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The story of the disciples on the road to Emmaus reveals profound truths about recognizing Jesus in our daily lives. Despite their initial blindness due to unmet expectations, Jesus patiently walked …

The resurrection of Jesus Christ stands as history's most transformative event, beginning with Mary Magdalene and another Mary discovering the empty tomb at dawn. Their encounter with an angel and th…

Palm Sunday represents Jesus's deliberate confrontation in Jerusalem, not merely a triumphal entry. As He approached the city, Jesus wept, foreseeing its future destruction. Despite knowing the fatal…

Spiritual transformation requires more than surface-level changes - it demands a complete renewal of mind and spirit. This process involves letting go of worldly patterns and embracing God's truth th…

Prayer extends beyond mere requests to God - it's about developing a deep, two-way relationship with our Creator. Jesus demonstrated the importance of prayer by regularly withdrawing to commune with …

Self-denial goes beyond simple sacrifices, representing a fundamental shift in how we live our Christian lives. It involves releasing control, surrendering our desires, and following Jesus' example o…

True repentance goes far beyond merely feeling guilty or apologizing - it represents a complete transformation of heart and mind. Originating from the Greek word 'metanoia,' it describes a military-s…

Throughout history, religion has been both a positive force and a tool for manipulation. Political leaders have often used religious institutions to maintain control, as seen with figures like King H…

Scripture misuse has been a persistent challenge since biblical times, with religious leaders often distorting God's word for personal agendas. Common misuses include cherry-picking verses, ignoring …

Building strong faith in today's distraction-filled world requires a marathon mindset rather than a sprinter's approach. Like marathon runners who train systematically, believers must develop consist…

In our hyper-connected world, digital distractions can prevent us from hearing God's voice and lead to spiritual exhaustion. Drawing parallels from Moses' experience with burnout, we learn the import…

This morning, we are talking about ways that we can pause and reboot our spiritual lives.

Join us in this sermon as we focus on the ways in which we can tend our faith as we fight the busyness of our …

In our fast-paced world of constant notifications and endless to-do lists, many struggle to maintain focus on their relationship with God. The story of Mary and Martha illustrates how busyness can pr…

A strong spiritual foundation built on Christ's teachings is essential for navigating life's challenges. This foundation rests on loving God completely and loving others authentically. Like a lightho…

God's intentional love is powerfully demonstrated through the Nativity story, where He chose to enter our world in the humblest circumstances. By being born to an unwed couple in a manger and first a…

This week, as we light the 3rd candle in our Advent wreath, we focus on Joy.

Joy is a word that often is tied to emotion, but as Christians, we should tie our joy to the word and work of Jesus Christ.…

This week we focus on the passion of God to prepare his people for the coming of Jesus.

God spent hundreds of years preparing his people for the coming redemption through Jesus by giving us the Law, t…

This sermon by Pastor Matt Morgan is meant to inspire hope and anticipation throughout the Advent season as we prepare to remember the arrival of the Christ Child, and we continue to look forward to …

Discover how to find hope in a noisy world with Pastor Matt Morgan's insightful message. Learn the importance of listening to Jesus' teachings, even when they challenge us to step out of our comfort …