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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
Part 7 of this series reviews "why" Jesus had the "right" and "authority" to say what He says in His Sermon on the Mount. These are the non-negotiable that Christians should believe relating to Christ.
Living In The Kingdom 7 Scripture: John 3:13; 14:6; First Peter 2:4; Hebrews 4:15 Last week I shared with you what Jesus said about Himself fulfilling the Law and the Prophets. I told you in that message that this morning I would explain to you why Jesus was able to make the statements that He ...read more
Scripture: John 3:13, 1 Peter 2:4, Hebrews 4:15
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
This message is about how we sometimes find ourselves desiring something that belongs to someone else and in the process becoming resentful of the one who has what we desire.
Envy – A Perverted Love Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8; Proverbs 14:30; Mark 7:20-23; Luke 6:45 The title of my message this morning is “Envy – A Perverted Love.” Let me tell you a story. There was a man who had a brother whom you would assume that he loved. One day both brothers brought an offering ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8, Mark 7:20-23, Luke 6:45
This message is about two tools that our enemy uses against us to keep our focus off things we need to be doing for the Lord. Those tools are diversions and distractions.
The Power of Diversions and Distractions Scripture: Second Corinthians 2:10-11; Joshua 9:3-14; Deuteronomy 20:10-11 Good morning Strangers Rest. This morning I am going to ask you to give me your undivided attention. Yeah, I know I should not have to ask, but as you listen to this message, it ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:10-11, Joshua 9:3-14
In Part two of this series we examine what Jesus said about the meek and those hungering and thirsting for righteousness.
Living In The Kingdom Part 2 Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12; Galatians 5:23; Numbers 12:1-2 This is part two of my current series “Living in the Kingdom”, which comes from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. This week we will continue with the beatitudes looking at verses five and six of Matthew chapter ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12, Galatians 5:23, Numbers 12:1-2
The saints' exemplary lives encourage us always to be close to Jesus and make it our life’s plan.
As the whole church celebrates the Feast of St Francis today (4 October), I want to take the opportunity to share with you why the church honours and celebrates saints. I want to reflect with you what the saints have to teach us about our calling to be Jesus' followers, our faith in God, and ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30, Galatians 6:14-18, Revelation 14:12, Daniel 7:18, Psalm 30:4 (view more) (view less)
Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican
To move forward in our faith, we must go back to the beginning.
Last spring, while we were crossing the new I-74 bridge, Beth made an astute observation about the old bridge. While our community was excited about the opening of the new bridge (and rightly so), the old one was being dismantled piece by piece, without anyone really paying attention. She said ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Genesis 50:20
Denomination: Baptist
The pursuit of holy living is the pathway to a happy life.
Only Two Ways to Live Psalm 1:1-6 Rev. Brian Bill December 28-29, 2024 I want to begin with a question to see how well you know your Bible. Q: What did Adam say to his wife on December 31st? A: It’s New Year’s, Eve. How many of you plan to make a New Year’s Resolution for 2025? I talked to ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6
The widow's offering. 4 verses, we often breeze through them and pull out a few tried and true statements about giving. But a deeper look gives many more principles to apply.
Here's what I want us to see: this is part of a bigger story. This isn't just a talk about giving, but it's a continuation of what's been happening with the scribes and Pharisees. To fully understand this set of verses, we actually have to back up to the last couple of verses of ...read more
Scripture: Luke 21:1-4
This message is about the power of prayer and the criteria we should use when considering who we should have praying for us in our times of need and if we meet that same criteria when praying for others in their times of need.
Who Do You Want Praying For You? Scripture: Mark 11:22-24; James 5:13-16; Proverbs 18:21 The title of my message this morning is “Who Do You Want Praying For You?” Now before I give you any context whatsoever, I want to ask you a question: “If you were in need of prayer, who would you go to ...read more
Scripture: Mark 11:22-24, James 5:13-16, Proverbs 18:21
True spiritual fruitfulness comes from abiding in Jesus, trusting God’s pruning, and allowing His life to flow through us for lasting transformation and joy.
Friends, welcome. If you close your eyes, you can almost see it: a sunlit hillside, a trellis swaying with a thousand green hands, clusters of grapes hanging like promises. A vineyard hums with quiet life. No rushing. No straining. The story of the vine is simple and strong—life flows, branches ...read more
Scripture: John 15:1-8
Topics: Connection, God
This sermon urges us to quiet life’s noise, discern truth from deception, and pursue purity and integrity in our homes and hearts through God’s guidance.
If you’ve ever stood in a room where a dozen radios are on at once, you know the feeling of fatigue that follows. Voices everywhere. Opinions everywhere. Promises that sound pleasant but leave you empty. Maybe your week has felt that way. Maybe your home has heard more noise than nourishment, more ...read more
Scripture: Titus 1:10-16
Topics: Good Life, Virtue
God calls us to turn from empty pursuits and return to Him, the true source of joy, healing, and restoration through honest prayer and repentance.
Friends, would you take a deep breath and settle your heart for a moment? Picture a field at sunset. The stalks are golden, the air is warm, and the farmer stands at the edge of the rows with calloused hands and a quiet hope. He longs for a good harvest, a full barn, a happy table. We understand ...read more
Scripture: Hosea 9:1-17
Topics: Lost Joy, Spiritual Drought
God’s grace awakens us from spiritual slumber, inviting us to embrace Christ’s love, leave behind darkness, and live each day clothed in His light.
Some mornings feel like mercy. The light slips under the blinds, the scent of coffee drifts through the house, and you think, “I can do today.” Other mornings feel heavy. The alarm sounds like a siren, the covers cling like chains, and your mind measures all the miles ahead. We’ve all known both ...read more
Scripture: Romans 13:11-14
Topics: Awake, Spiritual Alertness
Trust God alone for guidance and power; avoid seeking answers from occult or counterfeit sources, and rely on prayer to overcome deception and fear.
Friends, pull up a chair. Some weeks feel like the weather—gusts of news, gusts of need, gusts of noise—and our souls long for a quiet corner and a steady word. As October rolls across our calendars, costumes cover store shelves, cobwebs (the plastic kind) creep across porches, and talk turns to ...read more
Scripture: Acts 16:16-18
Topics: Halloween, Danger, Spirituality
This sermon urges believers to move beyond empty words to genuine, costly obedience, allowing God to rekindle authentic faith and wholehearted devotion in their lives.
Welcome, dear friends. I’m so glad you’re here. Some of us walked in this morning with hearts blazing hot; others with barely a flicker. If faith were a fireplace, some of us are warming our hands, and others are cupping the last little coal, begging it to glow again. Life can be like that. A long ...read more
Scripture: Titus 1:16
Topics: False Appearance, Hypocrisy
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