Pursuing the Heart of God

Pursuing the Heart of God | Let God Handle It

This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our sermon series, Pursuing the Heart of God. In 1 Samuel 25:1-44, we observe David making the right choice in allowing God to fight on his behalf instead of allowing a bad situation to escalate to worse. In moments of conflict, we must choose to trust God’s wisdom and timing over our desire for immediate vindication.

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Pursuing the Heart of God

Pursuing the Heart of God | The True Cost of Submission

This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our sermon series, Pursuing the Heart of God. In 1 Samuel 24:1-22, we learn that Christians need to understand the importance of honoring others, even those who oppose us, as a reflection of our ultimate submission to God. This message encourages believers to respond to animosity with grace and respect, trusting in God’s sovereignty.

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Pursuing the Heart of God

Pursuing the Heart of God | An Easy Life is Not Guaranteed

This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our sermon series, Pursuing the Heart of God. In 1 Samuel 21:10-15, 23:1‑14, & 23:19‑29, we learn that we must remain faithful to God, understanding that faithfulness may require enduring challenges, relational difficulties, and personal sacrifice.

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Pursuing the Heart of God

Pursuing the Heart of God | Selflessness In Action

This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our sermon series, Pursuing the Heart of God. In 1 Samuel 20:1-42, we learn that understanding the depth of Jonathan and David’s friendship can inspire us to cultivate relationships marked by selflessness, where we look out for one another’s interests above our own, reminding us that true love often involves sacrifice and vulnerability.

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Pursuing the Heart of God

Pursuing the Heart of God | The Spiral and the Shield: God’s Intervention in Human Collapse

This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our sermon series, Pursuing the Heart of God. In 1 Samuel 19:1-24, we see that self‑focus can lead to destructive behaviors, as evidenced by Saul's attempts to eliminate David, ultimately resulting in suffering and alienation.

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Pursuing the Heart of God

Pursuing the Heart of God | Check That Your Focus Is on God

This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our sermon series, Pursuing the Heart of God. In 1 Samuel 18:1-30, we see that self‑focus leads to destructive emotions like jealousy and fear, while a focus on God invites peace, assurance, and strong relationships. By examining Saul and David’s contrasting responses to God’s work in David’s life, we highlight the importance of humility and trust in God’s greater plan. 

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Pursuing the Heart of God

Pursuing the Heart of God | There Are No Coincidences

This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield begins a new sermon series, Pursuing the Heart of God. Through 1 Samuel 16:14-23, we see how Christians can recognize that their current circumstances are not by chance but by God’s design. They are encouraged to trust in God’s preparation for future roles despite any present difficulties or transitions they may be facing.

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Missions, Sermon

Share God's Work

This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield and Pastoral Resident Harrison Kerns preach through passages in Acts 14 and 15, where we see that we need to recognize our part in the larger mission of the church — both as senders and goers. We must actively engage in mission work, support those who are sent, and appreciate the importance of sharing what God is doing in the world.

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Sermon

Invest Where It Counts

This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield preaches through passages in 2 Timothy, where we see that discipleship is an essential part of the Christian life, not just a suggestion. Believers should actively engage in discipling others, recognizing that their influence on children and younger generations can bear lasting fruit for God’s Kingdom.

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Easter

Easter at Southview | Dispel Doubt

This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield concludes our Easter sermon series. In John 20:24-29, we see that Christians should recognize that doubt is a natural part of faith. By addressing their uncertainties openly, they can experience a personal encounter with Christ that transforms their doubts into declarations of faith, thus encouraging a deeper relationship with Him.

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Easter

Easter at Southview | Dispel Anxiety

This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our Easter sermon series. In John 20:19-23, we see that, despite life’s trials, the Gospel provides the peace and empowerment needed to face any situation. It emphasizes that God’s grace can transform feelings of fear and inadequacy into boldness and confidence through the Holy Spirit.

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Easter

Easter at Southview | Dispel Death

This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our Easter sermon series. In John 20:1-10, we see that Christians must move beyond their fears and doubts to act on the truth of Christ’s resurrection. By embracing the victory over death, believers are motivated to share the good news and engage actively in their faith community.

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