This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues the Letters to the Church series with Romans 5:12-21. Understanding that Christ’s sacrifice not only forgives our sins but empowers us to live righteously can help Christians overcome feelings of unworthiness and guilt. It assures believers that they are not merely forgiven but are called to live in a new identity and purpose, equipped by grace.
This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues the Letters to the Church series with Romans 5:1-11. We have a position of peace with God and should embrace suffering as a means to grow in Christlikeness. Understanding that trials are part of the Christian journey can empower believers to face life's challenges with a hopeful perspective, knowing they are being shaped into the image of Christ.
This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues the Letters to the Church series with Romans 4:13-25. The passage encourages believers to reflect on their own faith. In times of struggle and uncertainty, understanding that faith, like Abraham’s, counts for righteousness and can bring hope and assurance. Our standing before God is based on belief and trust in Him, rather than our performance.
This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues the Letters to the Church series with Romans 4:1-12. This passage asserts that faith is the vital link between us and God’s grace. It reassures believers that their faith, not their performance, secures their relationship with God, thus alleviating guilt and fostering a deeper trust in His promises.
This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues the Letters to the Church series with Romans 3:21-31. This passage teaches believers that their standing before God is not based on their own works or adherence to the law, but solely on their faith in Christ. It encourages Christians to rest in Christ’s righteousness, alleviating the burden of guilt and performance while inviting those outside the faith to embrace the grace that is offered freely.
This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues the Letters to the Church series with Romans 3:1-20. This passage serves as a sobering reminder for Christians and others that they cannot rely on their own efforts to earn God's favor. It encourages believers to embrace the Gospel as the only means of justification, freeing them from the burden of perfectionism and leading them to a deeper reliance on Christ's righteousness.
This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues the Letters to the Church series with Romans 2:25-29. This passage encourages Christians to examine their own hearts, rather than just their external religious practices. It reminds us that God desires genuine faith and obedience that flows from an inner transformation. In a world where it’s easy to focus on appearances, this message challenges believers to seek authenticity in their relationship with God.
This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues the Letters to the Church series with Romans 2:17-29. This passage encourages Christians today to reflect on their own faith and relationship with God, reminding them that a true follower of Christ goes beyond just knowing the Scriptures. It urges believers to seek genuine heart transformation over mere outward demonstrations of faith, serving as a guide in spiritual growth and authenticity.
This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues the Letters to the Church series with Romans 2:1-16. This passage shows us that Christians must understand the seriousness of their actions and the necessity of repentance and faith. While we face judgment for our sins, there is grace available through Christ, encouraging us to live righteously and share this message of hope with others.
This week, Pastoral Resident Harrison Kerns resumes our Letters to the Church series, preaching from Romans 1:18-32, which shows us that scripture gives us warnings of what wickedness brings, and that a good God condemns sin.
This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues the Letters to the Church series with Romans 1:18‑23. This passage shows us that true worship is a choice that honors God, recognizing Him as the ultimate source of value and truth, rather than turning to false idols that lead us astray.
This week, Pastor Nathan Wakefield resumes the Letters to the Church series with Romans 1:8‑17. This passage serves as a reminder that our faith in Christ is not just a personal matter but is also a powerful tool for revealing God's righteousness to the world. As believers, we are called to share the gospel boldly and to live out our faith in a way that reflects God's righteousness to those around us.
Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our Letters to the Church sermon series. This week, we conclude 1 Corinthians in chapter 16, where we learn that, as a church, we are called to many things, but some things are vitally important: our call to give, disciple, serve, and love.
Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our Letters to the Church sermon series. This week, in 1 Corinthians 15:35-58, we learn that we should live in anticipation of the resurrection. Even though we cannot fully comprehend resurrection, we have confidence because our Savior has gone before us and has promised that we will be transformed and resurrection is just the beginning.
Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our Letters to the Church sermon series. This week, in 1 Corinthians 15:12-34, we learn that we need to make sure that our lives here and now reflect the reality of our future resurrection.
Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our Letters to the Church sermon series. This week, in 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, we learn that we need to make sure that the thing we rally around, emphasize, and teach is the Gospel.
Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our Letters to the Church sermon series. This week, in 1 Corinthians 14:26-40, we learn that we need to be orderly in our worship in order that the church might be edified through worship.
Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our Letters to the Church sermon series. This week, in 1 Corinthians 14:1-25, we learn that because edification, unity, and the Gospel matter, we must strive for clarity in all we do.
Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our Letters to the Church sermon series. This week, in 1 Corinthians 13, we learn that since love is the visible sign that legitimizes our covenant community, the Christ follower must ensure that love is central in all their actions.
Pastor Nathan Wakefield continues our Letters to the Church sermon series. This week, in 1 Corinthians 12:12‑31, you will learn that you must determine to serve as God has gifted you while also honoring the gifting of others.