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Message-Based Study Guides

Grow deeper in applying God's Word and living out Sunday's message

December 1, 2024

Angels

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

Among the many fascinating elements of the Nativity story, the presence of angels may just top the list. Scattered throughout the Christmas narrative, these strange but divine beings show up demonstrating a practical truth— that God is near, at work, and something big is happening.

November 24, 2024

Relationship Matters

Rev. Scott Allen

Main Idea:

Gratitude has the power to change lives. It’s a game changer that can help interrupt addiction and can help us develop all the fruits of the Spirit. Gratitude naturally overflows when we are in a God-centered life.

November 17, 2024

Relationship Matters

Rev. Scott Allen

Main Idea:

Conflict is the reality of life. How we deal with it determines the quality of our life.

November 10, 2024

Relationship Matters

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

We are all in relationships. We build relationships daily with each other, with family, spouses, friends, and with God. These relationships provide support in tough times, allow us to love one another deeply, walk in fellowship, and encourage each other to grow.
 
When we talk about “Theology of Relationships” we are asking, “God, what do you think about this subject?” The topic of relationships is interwoven throughout Scripture.

October 27, 2024

Re-Thread: Weaving Life & Good News

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

You are of immense value to God, and He wants you to return to Him. If you
never encountered Him before, He wants you to turn to Him in faith.

October 20, 2024

Re-Thread: Weaving Life & Good News

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

You are of immense value to God, and He wants you to return to him. If
you never encountered Him before, He wants you to turn to Him in faith.

October 13, 2024

Re-Thread: Weaving Life & Good News

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

"Return" means to turn back again. There is something in all of our lives that we need to return to God on.

October 6, 2024

Re-Thread: Weaving Life & Good News

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

Redeem means literally to buy something back. Christ’s sacrifice has saved us, bought us back from our own sin and is the ultimate example of redemption.

September 29, 2024

Re-Thread: Weaving Life & Good News

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

There is a common thread of “Re” in the Bible. There is a common thread of “Re” woven into each of our lives as well. God weaves it into our lives by revealing Himself to us, giving us second chances, forgiving our wrongs, and bringing healing into our pain. That thread is the Good News.

September 22, 2024

Re-Thread: Weaving Life & Good News

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

There is a common thread of “Re” in the Bible, and there is a common thread of “Re” woven into each of our lives as well. God weaves it into our lives by revealing Himself to us, giving us second chances, forgiving our wrongs, and bringing healing into our pain. That thread is the Good News.

September 15, 2024

Heart to Heart: A tale of two sabbaticals

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

God is always present, even when times are tough. There has probably been a time you wondered, “Why is this happening to me?” Last week, Billy described the lessons learned from his recent much-needed sabbatical. This week he recalls the lessons learned in the adversity of an earlier forced “sabbatical” due to a severe illness. In our darkest hours, God has much to teach us about Himself and our need for Him.

September 8, 2024

Heart to Heart: A tale of two sabbaticals

Main Idea:

In this week’s message, Billy talks heart to heart about some experiences from his summer sabbatical and shares his testimony and Scripture that really was meaningful to his experiences.

September 1, 2024

Family Sunday

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

We have to accept the seed of Christ before we are able to go share the gospel with others.

August 25, 2024

Renew Together - 40th Anniversary Celebration

Rev. Dr. Billy Burch

Main Idea:

When we read the Word, we need to pay attention and
listen closely, and we will see our heart and soul enriched.

August 18, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Adam Udinski

Main Idea:

Peter tells us that he has now written two letters meant to stir us up by refreshing our memories. Peter could remember that he literally stood firm on the waves of the sea by keeping his eyes on his Savior. We need to pay attention to his repeated message to humbly stand firm in Jesus.

August 11, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Matt Schroeder

Main Idea:

Peter wrote 2 Peter to tell his brothers and sisters in Christ that they need to confront false teaching and deal with it head on. We as the body of Christ must be bold in our faith and confident that Christ is with us.

August 4, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Matt Schroeder

Main Idea:

Peter wrote 1 and 2 Peter knowing that his time on earth would be coming to an end as his execution under Emperor Nero was nearly at hand. Yet Peter wrote these letters reaffirming fellow believers to Stand Firm in their faith and to trust in their Lord.

July 28, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Adam Udinski

Main Idea:

The disciples that Jesus called, were ordinary, regular men. By living with and having faith in Jesus, they had their lives changed and Peter is one of the most well- documented examples in scripture.

July 21, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Marv Nelson

Main Idea:

When we press into Christ during our suffering we will receive a reward.

July 14, 2024

Stand Firm: 1 & 2 Peter

Rev. Scott Allen

Main Idea:

When we press into Christ during our suffering we will receive a reward.

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