In Sermons:

A Dish Served Cold: When Revenge Is Within Reach Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 15, 2026

Being wronged can make retaliation feel reasonable, and even righteous. David’s refusal to kill Saul shows that not every open door is God’s permission and not every opportunity should be taken. Faith leaves vengeance in God’s hands and chooses mercy over revenge.

Imagine who is here today, and all they can think about is what happened at work recently. Someone took credit for their idea, received praise from their superiors, and even made them look careless in front of others. Imagine a husband or wife is sitting near you, and they have found out how their ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Throne That Will Never Fall Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 15, 2026

Your failures, your family’s mess, and your unfinished plans cannot overthrow the faithfulness of God. God kept His promise to David by sending Jesus, the eternal King who died for sinners and rose again. You are held not by your performance, but by His unbreakable promise.

Do you have some memorable lines stuck in your memory? JFK famously said, “Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country.” And Martin Luther King, Jr said, “I have a dream.” But none of those compares to when God says, “David, I want to build you a house.” We are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian Citizen

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 7, 2026

Free people in Christ should live under authority with humility. Titus 3 reminds us that God saved us by mercy, not by our works. Because we have been rescued, we devote ourselves to good works.

Our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary this weekend. Years ago, Traci and I took our 3 little ones to Philadelphia. We saw the Liberty Bell, Benjamin Franklin’s grave, and the grand finale – Independence Hall. Independence Hall is where both the Declaration of Independence and the ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

David's Family Failures Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 2, 2026

David’s story is a warning that private sin can become public sorrow. What began in one bedroom eventually spilled into the streets of Jerusalem. Yet Christ offers a redemptive path for broken families.

A lot of you know a 1970’s tune entitled, “Cat’s in the Cradle.” This folk rock song has been influential in making parents more connected with their children over the years. The song was a hit in Canada and even Australia. The song begins this way: My child arrived just the other day He came to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

David And Bathsheba Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 2, 2026

David defeated giants, but he fell to the desires of his own heart. This message is a warning about lust, cover-up, and consequence. It is also an invitation to mercy.

On this Father’s Day, I want to tell you the story of one of the best men to walk the face of the earth, and his failures as a father and husband. We continue with our summer series on David. A week ago, we saw David at his best. Now, we will witness him at his worst. Find 2 Samuel 11, if you ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

You've Got A Friend In Me Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 10, 2026

Everybody wants a friend like that. Today, I want you to see the friendship of David and Jonathan. A true friend strengthens your hand in God by sacrificing self-interest and reminding you of God’s promises.

One of the most famous men in the Bible is King David. David lived three thousand years ago. David is a big deal. Sixty-six chapters in the Bible are dedicated to David. The New Testament talks about David more than any other Old Testament character. David is unique. He played the lyre for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:17, 1 Samuel 20:42, 1 Samuel 17:50-58, 1 Samuel 18:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

King David And The Ark Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2026

On top of the Ark was a mercy seat that looks forward to the cross. Again, the mercy seat was the place where blood sacrifice was required for people to cross the chasm between God and man. The cross is the perfect picture of the mercy seat.

Michael Shapiro wrote an entertaining book some years ago entitled The Jewish 100. He seeks to rank the 100 most influential Jewish people of all time. It’s a fascinating study that includes the likes of Henry Kissinger, Steven Spielberg, Sigmund Freud, and the Apostle Paul. Just outside the top ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Man After God's Heart Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 7, 2026

Misdirection is to be fooled. It’s to have your pocket picked. God is saying to Samuel, “Not only you but the whole human race, not just you but man, the whole human race, humankind are obsessed with things that are not real. They’re not spiritual reality.”

Happy Mother’s Day! Few people impact our faith like our mothers. Long before many of us understood Scripture, prayer, grace, or sacrifice, there was often a mother faithfully modeling the love of Christ through her words, prayers, and example. Today, we honor mothers who pray faithfully, love ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

After You Say "i Do" Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 23, 2026

Forgiveness requires someone to take on the hurt and the pain. The hurt and the pain don’t just go away. Back to Jesus’ parable: the master decides to suffer instead of the servant. The King takes on the pain of the debt and the risk to His kingdom to cover the debts of the servant.

In the moments to come, I want to speak to you about, “After I Say, ‘I Do.’” Marriage is a defining reality in our lives, even if we are lifelong singles. Let’s look at the State of Marriage in America today. Marriage is under pressure in America. For Generation Z, your grandparents’ generation ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Failure Isn't Final Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 14, 2026

There’s really just two people I want you to see in these two miracle stories – just two. I want you to keep your eye on Peter and Jesus. I want you to see how different Peter acts after the resurrection from before the resurrection.

In the moments to come, I want to show you that your Failures are not final by looking at the story of Peter, the well-known disciple of Jesus. I want to show you something that will blow your mind first. Find the last verse in the Gospel of John with me. But before I go there, we have this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Scars That Prove It (Easter 2026) Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 5, 2026

She should have at least conceived of Jesus’ resurrection. Remember, Mary had been with Jesus for a long time. Had He ever broken a promise before? She had seen Jesus raise people from the dead. She was likely there when he fed the multitudes with only a sack lunch.

Happy Resurrection Day! Allow me to say at the outset: if you are here and you are not a Christian, we want you to know you are welcome here. Whether you are agnostic, Muslim, or simply someone who hasn’t been inside a church in a while, you are welcome. If you’re here for your one time to come ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Pierced For Us Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Mar 29, 2026

Jesus came at Passover… and He died at Passover. Why? Because He is the better Passover Lamb. Just like the lamb, He was innocent. Just like the lamb, He was sacrificed. And just like the lamb, His blood covers those who trust Him.

I hope you will join us for one of two identical services this Find the Gospel of John, chapter 19, with me. We continue to trace the story of Jesus’ final steps to the cross. While Christians everywhere celebrate Palm Sunday, the day Jesus entered Jerusalem on a Sunday, we fast forward 5 days to ...read more

Scripture: John 19:31-42

Denomination: Baptist

A Throne Of Thorns Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Mar 23, 2026

Almost everyone who came in contact with Jesus in His last days spoke of His innocence.

In the weeks leading up to Easter, Christians the world over spend time reflecting on the meaning of Jesus Christ’s death. We are spending several weeks looking at what the gospel writer John says about the last hours of Jesus’ life. Jesus has been up all through Thursday night, and now Friday ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Prays At The Gethsemane

Contributed by Scott Maze on Mar 18, 2026

Jesus did what any real human being would do. He said, “I don’t want this. Let me out. I don’t want to die. Let this cup pass from me.” In effect, Jesus banged on the door to heaven, and it didn’t open. He says to the Father, “Father, I don’t think I can handle it. Let this cup pass from me.”

It’s late on Thursday, and we find Jesus just hours away from His arrest. Again, it is Thursday night, and we are approaching midnight. Jesus and the Disciples have just finished the Last Supper. It is a week that has been full of last things: Jesus’ last visit to the temple, His last sermon, His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus On Trial Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Mar 16, 2026

Americans have a separation of powers in our republic, but this was not the case with Roman law. Caesar placed his all-powerful rule in the hands of the governor, who had Rome’s full authority to execute someone.

In the weeks leading up to Easter, Christians the world over spend time thinking about the meaning of the death of Jesus Christ. We are going to be spending our weeks looking at what the gospel writer John says about the last hours of Jesus’ life. This is the worst night in Jesus’ life. Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: John 18:19-40

Denomination: Baptist