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Posted: 25 Oct, 2015 | Author: Steve Nelson

In this first message in our series “Disciple the Heart,” Steve talks about the importance of committing to follow Jesus—not sometimes, not halfway, but all in. “Then he said to them all: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.” —Luke 9:23 Handout Disciple the […]

Posted: 08 Mar, 2014 | Author: Steve Nelson

“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” -2 Corinthians 9:7   Download Handout

Posted: 02 Feb, 2020 | Author: Steve Nelson

In in times of struggle, it helps us to take heart when we remember the power, sovereignty, and compassion of God.

Posted: 16 Feb, 2020 | Author: Steve Nelson

There is a HUGE blessing in having the oracles of God on any topic, and the words of God address all of our greatest areas of need.

Posted: 03 May, 2020 | Author: Steve Nelson

Darkness will be vanquished by light, we will leave suffering behind as we begin a new life, and God will eternally embrace us in love.

Posted: 02 Aug, 2020 | Author: Steve Nelson

God forgave some of the nastiest people in the Bible. The compassion, mercy, and grace of God reach far even to the depths of our own sin.

Posted: 20 Jun, 2021 | Author: Steve Nelson

Love is a choice of affection, kindness, and mercy that flows from the heart of the lover and a deep relational connection with the beloved.

Posted: 10 Oct, 2021 | Author: Steve Nelson

We all care about what others think of us. When we obsess about what people think of us, we become directionless. When we fixate on the favor of God, we live a life full of purpose and significance.

Posted: 24 Oct, 2021 | Author: Steve Nelson

What can we learn from David's response to intense persecution, shameful humiliation, and immense guilt?

Posted: 17 Oct, 2021 | Author: Dove Cranson

Like David we can cultivate a dynamic relationship with God that becomes a life-giving source of strength and security.

Posted: 31 Oct, 2021 | Author: Dove Cranson

We are invited to learn how to wait in patient hope in a God who hears our cries. 

Posted: 07 Nov, 2021 | Author: Tom Schwieger

To have deep friendships like Jonathan and David had, we must be fighting the same battle and helping each other find strength in God.

Posted: 14 Nov, 2021 | Author: Dove Cranson

When we allow God, His comfort brings us peace and renews our strength to keep moving forward with joy

Posted: 21 Nov, 2021 | Author: Steve Nelson

God is a God of power and we can rest in his knowing that he is at work in us, and in believing that he is in control and will make all things right. 

Posted: 28 Nov, 2021 | Author: Dove Cranson

We draw strength from God by living in awe of Him. 

Posted: 05 Dec, 2021 | Author: Steve Nelson

In the story of David and Bathsheba we learn that when we sin, we can find life and restoration through heart-felt repentance. 

Posted: 12 Dec, 2021 | Author: Dove Cranson

God’s steadfast love is an unshakable foundation of strength in life. 

Posted: 30 Jan, 2022 | Author: Steve Nelson

God's incomparably great power is available for us, but we must come to the end of ourselves and trust in him.

Posted: 31 Jul, 2022 | Author: Dove Cranson

It might seem like the cause of anger is something outside of us, but really the cause of anger is inside of us. We need to address the inner root of anger with compassion and honesty.

Posted: 02 Apr, 2023 | Author: Steve Nelson

How can we align with God's heart to save all people?

Posted: 11 Feb, 2024 | Author: Dove Cranson

We should guard our hearts against getting hard, not guard our hearts by hardening them.

Posted: 14 Apr, 2024 | Author: Steve Nelson

Developing a habit of prayer is a meaningful and life-giving part of our relationship with God.

Posted: 10 Apr, 2022 | Author: Steve Nelson

The key to walking in relationship with broken, sinful, and dysfunctional people, is to respond to Christ instead of to them. 

Posted: 17 Feb, 2019 | Author: Steve Nelson

Romans 2:13b-15 It is obeying the law that makes us right in his sight. Even Gentiles, who do not have God’s written law, show that they know his law when they instinctively obey it, even without having heard it. They demonstrate that God’s law is written in their heart, for their own conscience and thoughts […]

Posted: 07 Oct, 2018 | Author: Steve Nelson

It is better to go to a house of mourning than to go to a house of feasting, for death is the destiny of everyone; the living should take this to heart. NIV11 You may have seen the famous poem “The Dash,” by Linda Ellis. It talks about how someday our tombstones will have two […]

Posted: 10 Jan, 2016 | Author: Dr. Michael Parsa

The Bible tells us that God calls his followers to obey himself and those in authority over us. But what is a Christian supposed to do when these two conflict with one another? What does true obedience to God look like anyway? What about the grey areas? In this message, Dr. Mike Parsa addresses these questions […]

Posted: 02 Nov, 2014 | Author: Steve Nelson

Jesus prayed for several things right before He was arrested. In this message we look to see what was on His heart, and how that relates to each of us as we strive to follow His will for our lives.   Download

Posted: 16 Dec, 2018 | Author: Dove Cranson

Life is hard.  It is not what it was intended to be.  Because of the brokenness in this world, we all experience pain, loss, and suffering.  Grief is a path we must all walk through in this broken life.  It is a product of the broken world we live in.  When we are aware of […]

Posted: 22 Nov, 2018 | Author: John Houser

Hebrews 11:6 And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. NIV Hebrews 11:6 offers a two-part solution to help us take steps toward faith and growth. Faith is rooted in our belief that God exists […]

Posted: 09 Sep, 2018 | Author: Steve Nelson

Romans 12:1-2 Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be […]