Sermons

Sun, Jul 31, 2022

Duration: 38 mins 43 secs

Testimony is what we say when we see God working. The Spirit does it. Jesus's first followers did it. We do it too. Part of the beauty of testimony is that it requires no special training, degree, or certification. You see; you speak. Of course, to talk about what you see God doing, first you have to pay attention. So, are you watching?

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Overflow

Sun, Jul 24, 2022

by Tim Sprankle

Passage: 1 Corinthians 15:58 & 1 Corinthians 15:1-57

Series: Know by Heart

Duration: 39 mins 38 secs

Work can be grueling, laborious, and vain. We feed the machine. We follow routine. Day after day, we complete our tasks, only to do them again the next day. Work, though, is not worthless. God gives it to us for sustenance and significance. We work for him. Day after day, we undertake our tasks with the hope of the resurrection undergirding us.

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John 3:16

Sun, Jul 17, 2022

by Tim Sprankle

Passage: John 3:16 & John 1:12

Series: Know by Heart

Duration: 36 mins 20 secs

This verse does not need a title. It shows up on banners, billboards, and signs at sporting events. It speaks of God's love, his gracious invitation to everlasting life, secured through the gift of his Son. It hinges on trust in him. He loves; we trust: this leads to flourishing.

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Come Rest

Sun, Jul 10, 2022

by Tim Sprankle

Passage: Matthew 11:28-30

Series: Know by Heart

Duration: 41 mins 7 secs

Our days can feel long; our struggles, crushing. The speed of change, noise of media, pull of technology, and political angst wears us out. We need rest, and Jesus extends it to us. However, we must not confuse Christ's invitation with a nap, good night of sleep, or two week vacation. Jesus offers more than a break; he calls us to walk with him, rely on him, and learn from him. His rest truly rejuvenates.

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Love God

Sun, Jul 03, 2022

by Tim Sprankle

Passage: Deuteronomy 6:4-5 & Matthew 22:36-40

Series: Know by Heart

Duration: 46 mins 5 secs

When asked about the greatest command, Jesus didn't hesitate: "Love God with everything." The source of this teaching was the famous catechesis of ancient Israel, often called the Shema (Deuteronomy 6:4-5). The Shema joins a theological statement with a command. It confesses the uniqueness of God and calls for loving him. God is the single greatest reality. Love is our single greatest responsibility. Such faith is formed best in community.

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Plans

Sun, Jun 26, 2022

by Tim Sprankle

Passage: Jeremiah 29:10-14

Series: Know by Heart

Duration: 39 mins 28 secs

We have all made plans: vacation plans, meal plans, social plans, home improvement plans. And we have all seen our plans dissolve. Our plans are always contingent, subject to forces beyond our control. God plans, too. His plans are big, good, long-term, and impossible to thwart. This sermon kicks off a formative series where we will memorize a well-known passage of Scripture together. Today's is Jeremiah 29:11-13.

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Run or Ruin?

Sun, Jun 19, 2022

by John Rife

Duration: 30 mins 59 secs

John talks about running to God and letting him run our lives. The alternative, when the "I" takes over, is to ruin our lives.

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Fish and Loaves

Sun, Jun 12, 2022

by Ryan Burgher

Passage: John 6:1-15

Duration: 26 mins 6 secs

Ryan Burgher talks about God's call to start Agaitas sports ministries. The story of the boy with a little bread and little fish compelled him to offer what he had in Christian service.

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Guard Your Heart

Sun, Jun 05, 2022

by Larry McCall

Duration: 50 mins 5 secs

Pastor Larry McCall speaks about guarding your heart.

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Light of the World

Sun, May 29, 2022

by John S.

Passage: Matthew 5:13-16 & Philippians 2:14-17

Duration: 33 mins 58 secs