Whom Shall I Fear? - An in-depth look at passages in the Bible that speak to our fears and help us overcome them.
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Sermons from the Mound - An in-depth look at Jesus' famous "Sermon on the Mount" with a little baseball twist.
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Steadfast Love - a journey through Lent
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Bad Dudes of the Bible. Let's learn from others' mistakes, shall we?
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Parables to Ponder. Stories Jesus told illuminate how we can live for God.
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Prepare the Way. Advent and Christmas 2024.
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Threefold Grace. A look at the Wesleyan doctrine of grace.
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Good Grace, Good God. Stewardship and giving are our grateful response to the grace of God in our lives.
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Discipleship. Some of things we do as followers of Jesus.
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Security, Peace and Fear. The world can seem like a scary place. What are we to do with our fear? Several stories in the Bible give us an answer.
| 6_the_only_thing_we_have_to_fear_9-8-2024.pdf |
| 5_if_it_s_really_you_jesus_9-1-2024.pdf |
| 4_jailhouse_rocked_8-18-2024.pdf |
| 3_the_flight_of_elijah_8-11-2024.pdf |
| 2_the_fight_of_elijah_8-4-2024.pdf |
| 1_the_plight_of_elijah_7-28-2024.docx.pdf |
In the Face of Opposition. The Bible has many stories to encourage us when times are tough. In this series, we examine just a few of them.
| god_is_green_7-21-2024.docx.pdf |
| 4_hurray_for_the_little_guys_7-14-2024.pdf |
| 3_tough_love_7-7-2024.pdf |
| 2_but_i_am_innocent_6-16-2024.pdf |
| 1_no_compromise_6-9-2024.pdf |
| the_woman_at_the_well_6-2-2024.pdf |
Tough Questions. Jesus didn't shy away from asking tough questions, and neither do we. The answers might not be what you think, and we will be stronger for the asking.
| 4_is_jesus_the_only_way_to_heaven_5-26-2024.pdf |
| 3_what_are_heaven_and_hell_5-19-2024.pdf |
| 2_why_does_god_get_angry_5-12-2024.pdf |
| 1_why_does_god_allow_suffering_5-5-2024.pdf |
How Shall We Live? Our response to the Resurrection and the story of Easter matters in our daily lives. Worship series courtesy of umcdiscipleship.org
| 3_we_abide_in_christ_04-21-2024.pdf |
| 2_we_purify_in_hope_4-14-2024.pdf |
| 1_we_walk_in_the_light_04-07-2024.pdf |
Lent 2024 - The Depths of Love - Lent is not only about self-inspection and penance, it is about finding and responding to God's great love. Worship series courtesy of umcdiscipleship.org
| 7_you_are_looking_for_jesus_3-31-2024_easter.pdf |
| 6_blessed_is_the_one_3-24-2024.pdf |
| 5_whoever_serves_3-17-2024.pdf |
| 4_loving_the_light_3-10-2024.pdf |
| 3_i_will_raise_it_up_3-3-2024.pdf |
| 2_for_the_sake_of_the_gospel_2-25-2024.pdf |
| 1_the_kingdom_has_come_near_2-18-2024.pdf |
Real Relationships - We can learn a lot from the Bible regarding healthy relationships, including with our friends, our siblings, our parents, our children, our spouses, and most importantly, with God.
| 5-grieving_the_loss_of_a_friend_2-11-2024.pdf |
| 3-o_brothers_1-28-2024.pdf |
| 2-meet_at_his_feet_1-21-2024.pdf |
| 1-closer_than_a_brother_1-14-2024.pdf |
| wesley_covenant_service_1-7-2024.pdf |
Advent 2023 - Advent is the traditional season of preparing both for Christmas and for the second coming of Christ.
| 6-run_joseph_run_12-31-2023.pdf |
| 5-what_incarnation_12-24-2023_christmas_eve_7pm.pdf |
| 4-may_it_be_as_you_say_12-24-2023.pdf |
| 3-our_role_in_jesus_return_12-17-2023.pdf |
| 2-paving_the_way_12-10-2023.pdf |
| 1_trim_the_tree_12-3-2023.pdf |
| quiet_christmas_2023_worship_order.pdf |
Fall 2023 - Sermons by Mary Erva and Pastor Eric.
| my_hero_-_all_saints_11-5-2023.pdf |
| the_power_of_god_s_word-10-29-2023.pdf |
The Biggest Losers in the Bible - Jesus said, “Whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it.” (Matthew 16:25) Jesus also asked, “What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet lose their soul?” (Mark 8:36) Are we the biggest ‘losers’, biblically speaking, when it comes to giving?
| 4_digging_deeper_10-22-2023.pdf |
| 3_a_little_widow_gift_10-15-2023.pdf |
| 2_fields_of_grace_10-8-2023.pdf |
| 1_god_s_grace_is_enough_10-1-2023.pdf |
The Five Practices of Fruitful Congregations - Based on the book by Robert Schnase.
| 5_extravagant_generosity_9-24-2023.pdf |
| 4_risk-taking_mission_and_service_9-17-2023.pdf |
| 3_intentional_discipleship_9-10-2023.pdf |
| 2_passionate_worship_9-3-2023.pdf |
| 1_radical_hospitality_8-27-2023.pdf |
Romans Wasn't Read in One Day - A series of messages on the powerful letter from Paul to the Christians in Rome.
| 10_accept_or_except_8-20-2023.pdf |
| 9_owe_me_love_8-13-2023.pdf |
| 8_everyone_yes_everyone_7-30-2023.pdf |
| 7_reading_gods_will_7-23-2023.pdf |
| 6_do-be-do-be-do_7-16-2023.pdf |
| 5_the_day_i_died_7-9-2023.pdf |
| Where You Go I'll Go_6-25-2023.pdf |
| 4_chain_reaction_6-18-2023.pdf |
| 3_paid_in_full_6-11-2023.pdf |
| 2_overcome_5-28-2023.pdf |
| 1_not_ashamed_5-21-2023.pdf |
Not a Fan - Are you a true follower of Jesus, or just a part-time fan? The choice is yours. Based on the book by Kyle Idleman (Zondervan, 2012).
| 4_rules_or_relationship_5-14-2023.pdf |
| 3_a_costly_command_5-7-2023.pdf |
| 2_follower_or_fan_4-23-2023.pdf |
| 1_nic_at_night_4-16-2023.pdf |
Lent 2023 - A Series of Psalms - Psalms are the hymnbook of the Bible. Jesus read and sang many of these words with his disciples. As we look through Lent towards Easter, we discover how these songs connect to the life, death, and resurrection of Christ.
| 7_a_song_of_salvation_easter_sunday_4-9-2023.pdf |
| 6_thank_you_t_y_t_y_palm_sunday_4-2-2023.pdf |
| 5_a_cry_from_the_cross_passion_sunday_3-26-2023.pdf |
| 4_absolutely_not_abandoned_3-19-2023.pdf |
| 3_crushing_kings_3-12-2023.pdf |
| 2_last_supper_songs_3-5-2023.pdf |
| 1_im_sorry_are_the_hardest_words_2-22-23_ash_wednesday.pdf |
Tell Me the Stories - A look at a few of Jesus' famous parables and how we fit into God's story.
| 3_merciful_me_2-19-2023.pdf |
| 2_it_s_a_party_2-12-2023.pdf |
| 1_seed_to_sow_2-5-2023.pdf |
The Way of Jesus - Breaking down the meaning of following Jesus in today's world.
| 4_a_quiet_place_1-22-2023.pdf |
| 3_he_calls_my_name_1-15-2023.pdf |
| 2_the_right_thing_to_do_1-8-2023.pdf |
| 1_new_creation_1-1-2023.pdf |
Advent 2022: "The Hope of the Prophets". Isaiah's prophecies still give us hope today. (with resources from umcdisciple.org)
| 5_forever_christmas_12-24-2022.pdf |
| 4_give_you_a_sign_12-18-2022.pdf |
| 3_the_lords_highway_12-11-2022.pdf |
| 2_stand_as_a_signal_12-4-2022.pdf |
| 1_up_to_restoration_11-27-2022.pdf |
Confidence and the Bible
| dig_into_the_word_11-13-2022.pdf |
| no_horsing_around_11-6-2022.pdf |
"The Soul Shift" - How do you make the lasting changes God intends for your life? Based on the book of the same title by David Drury and Steve DeNeff.
| 8_from_me_to_we_10-23-2022.pdf |
| 7_from_sheep_to_shepherd_10-16-2022.pdf |
| 6_from_ask_to_listen_10-9-2022.pdf |
| 5_from_consumer_to_steward_10-2-2022.pdf |
| 4_from_seen_to_unseen_9-25-2022.pdf |
| 3_from_slave_to_child_9-18-2022.pdf |
| 2_from_me_to_you_with_love_9-11-2022.pdf |
| 1_what_if_my_soul_shifted_9-4-2022.pdf |
"Family Matters" - Stories of encouragement from the Bible for moms, dads, sons, daughters, and anyone who believes that our families need love and support from all of us.
| 7_an_unwelcome_guest_at_the_table_8-28-2022.pdf |
| 6_lasting_impressions_8-21-2022.pdf |
| 5_our_heavenly_parent_8-7-2022.pdf |
| 4_me_and_my_house_7-31-2022.pdf |
| 3_help_me_in_my_unbelief_7-24-2022.pdf |
| 2_momma_loves_me_7-17-2022.pdf |
| 1_words_we_need_to_hear_7-10-2022.pdf |
"Jesus Said That?!" - A look at the surprising words of Jesus in the Gospels.
| 3_camels_are_better_off_than_you_6-19-2022.pdf |
| 2_be_homeless_and_forget_funerals_6-12-2022.pdf |
| 1_you_are_the_devil_5-29-2022.pdf |
"Wrapped in Love" by Katja Falker
| wrapped_in_love_-_ksf_5-22-2022.pdf |
"Dangerous Wonder" - Reclaiming our childlike awe of God.
Based on Dangerous Wonder by Mike Yaconelli (NavPress: Colorado Springs, 2003)
Based on Dangerous Wonder by Mike Yaconelli (NavPress: Colorado Springs, 2003)
| 3_ceaseless_praise_5-15-2022.pdf |
| 2_rescue_5-8-2022.pdf |
| 1_blinded_by_the_light_5-1-2022.pdf |
"Easter and Holy Week" - Celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus and discover hope for this life and the next.
| 4_how_mary_grew_in_the_garden_4-24-2022.pdf |
| 3_the_best_comeback_ever_4-17-2022.pdf |
| 2_through_the_curtain_4-15-2022.pdf |
| 1_a_new_command_4-14-2022.pdf |
"Gathered Up in Jesus"
Lent is a traditional time of self-examination and a chance to turn things around with the help of God. from www.umcdiscipleship.org/worship-planning/gathered-up-in-jesus.
| 4_lost_and_found_03-27-2022.pdf |
| 3_if_it_bears_fruit_03-20-2022.pdf |
| 2_under_the_wings_03-13-2022.pdf |
| 1_an_opportune_time_03-06-2022.pdf |
"The Joy of Jesus" - Jesus was a man of profound joy. By examining his life, we can know that joy, too.
| 4_straighten_up_2-27-2022.pdf |
| 3_great_expectations_2-20-2022.pdf |
| 2_bursting_with_joy_2-13-2022.pdf |
| 1_water_to_wine_2-6-2022.pdf |
"Becoming a Child of God" - Looking at famous stories of children in the Bible, we discover the value of a childlike faith.
| 4_fish_and_chips_01-23-2022.pdf |
| 3_trial_by_fire_01-16-2022.pdf |
| 2_overlooked_01-09-2022.pdf |
| 1_can_you_hear_me_01-02-2022.pdf |
"The Advent Conspiracy"
| 5-whose_birthday_is_it_anyway_12-24-21.pdf |
| 4-love_all_12-19-2021.pdf |
| 3-give_more_12-12-2021.pdf |
| 2-spend_less_12-05-2021.pdf |
| 1-worship_fully_11-28-2021.pdf |
"Grace, Grief, and Brokenness"
| if_it_aint_broke_11-14-2021.pdf |
| when_the_saints_go_11-07-2021.pdf |
| the_eleventh_hour_10-31-2021.pdf |
"Why Do We Do That?"
A look at common Christian worship practices that often go unexplained.
| baptism_10-24-2021.pdf |
| the_apostles_creed_10-17-2021.pdf |
| the_lords_prayer_10-10-2021.pdf |
| communion_10-3-2021.pdf |
"The Gratitude Campaign" - Cultivating generosity in our lives by learning to thank God.
| 4_shrewd_stewards_9-26-2021.pdf |
| 3_the_demand_of_our_barns_9-19-2021.pdf |
| 2_the_one_thing_you_lack_9-12-2021_katja_falker.pdf |
| 1_the_other_nine_9-5-2021.pdf |
Sabbath Rest
| take_a_break_-_sabbath_8-29-2021.pdf |
"What's the Point?" What is your purpose in life? Find out in this series. Based on Rick Warren's "The Purpose-Driven Life"
| 6_can_i_get_a_witness_8-22-2021.pdf |
| 5_it_s_your_serve_8-15-2021.pdf |
| 4_get_up_and_grow_8-8-2021.pdf |
| 3_hand_in_hand_7-25-2021.pdf |
| 2_whom_do_you_worship_7-18-2021.pdf |
| 1_love_first_7-11-2021.pdf |
"Christian Living"
Revival, renewal, and joy. How do you live a Christian life?
| what_makes_you_a_christian_06-20-2021.pdf |
| put_a_smile_on_6-13-2021.pdf |
| great_things_come_in_three_5-30-2921.pdf |
| this_place_is_on_fire_05-23-2021.pdf |
"Living the Resurrection"
Celebrating the resurrection of Jesus and learning what our response should be.
from www.umcdiscipleship.org/worship-planning/living-the-resurrection
from www.umcdiscipleship.org/worship-planning/living-the-resurrection
| 5-16-2021_we_are_yours.pdf |
| 5-9-2021_no_greater_love.pdf |
| 5-2-2021_the_truth_about_understanding_the_word_of_god_jeff_paulson.pdf |
| 4-25-2021_listen_to_my_voice.pdf |
| 4-18-2021_touch_and_see.pdf |
| 4-11-2021_unless_i_see.pdf |
| 4-4-2021_rolling_away_the_stone_-_easter.pdf |
"Rehab" - Lent 2021
40 days of spiritual preparation before Easter - our own spiritual fitness program.
from www.umcdiscipleship.org/worship-planning/lent-2018-worship-planning-series
from www.umcdiscipleship.org/worship-planning/lent-2018-worship-planning-series
| 3-28-2021_under_pressure_passion_sunday.pdf |
| 3-21-2021_palms_and_parades.pdf |
| 3-14-2021_recovery.pdf |
| 3-7-2021_get_with_the_program.pdf |
| 2-28-2021_intervention.pdf |
| 2-21-2021_wilderness.pdf |
"Living as Light in a Dark World"
Exploring the "I Am" statements of Jesus to determine who we are and should be.
| 2-14-2021_the_bread_of_life.pdf |
| 2-7-2021_the_vine_and_the_branches.pdf |
| 1-31-2021_the_resurrection_and_the_life.pdf |
| 1-24-2021_the_good_shepherd.pdf |
| 1-17-2021_the_way_the_truth_and_the_life.pdf |
| 1-10-2021_light_of_the_world.pdf |
Advent 2020: "What Are We Waiting For?"
Exploring the next coming of Christ, while looking at the Christmas story.
| 01-03-2021_a_king_for_all.pdf |
| 12-24-2020_the_last_the_least_the_lost.pdf |
| 12-20-2020_it_s_more_than_dna.pdf |
| 12-13-2020_ah_reunions.pdf |
| 12-06-2020_a_lifetime_of_waiting.pdf |
| 11-29-2020_ready_set_wait.pdf |
"Big Buts in the Bible"
Stories of people who made excuses to God.
| 11-15-2020_never_too_young.pdf |
| 11-1-2020_never_too_old.pdf |
| 10-25-2020_something_smells_fishy.pdf |
| 10-18-2020_great_things_in_small_packages.pdf |
| 10-11-20_mumblin_mo.pdf |
"Together We Do More"
About God, giving, and the church.
| 10-04-2020_giving_with_great_joy.pdf |
| 09-27-2020_freewill_giving.pdf |
| 09-20-2020_being_of_one_mind.pdf |
"This is Where the Healing Begins"
Restoring relationships, prayer and healing.
| 9-13-2020_how_can_i_forgive_myself.pdf |
| 9-6-2020_the_theory_of_relative_forgiveness.pdf |
| 8-30-2020_how_to_not_kill_anyone.pdf |
| 8-23-2020_well-oiled_prayers.pdf |
"Encountering Christ"
Who is Jesus? Stories of people who met him.
| 8-16-2020_a_heavenly_view.pdf |
| 8-9-2020_cross-eyed_centurion.pdf |
| 8-2-2020_distractions_and_desperation.pdf |
| 7-26-2020_detour_in_damascus.pdf |
| a_warm_well_come_7-19-2020.pdf |
| serious_heart_burn_7-5-2020.pdf |