A messages from the series “Parables of Jesus.” Forgiveness is an act of faith that God is a better justice-maker than we are. In this sermon, guest speaker Chaplain Josiah Hoagland, uses this story from Jesus to show that we can never pay back the debt of our sin. Our only hope is in Jesus’ free gift of forgiveness. We, in turn, forgive others because we have been forgiven.

A messages from the series “Parables of Jesus.” No one wants to hear, “It’s too late”, especially when it comes to our eternal destination! In this pointed parable, Jesus highlights those who lack compassion and the eternal consequences that brings about.

A messages from the series “Parables of Jesus.” Many know the story of the Prodigal Son but there are two sons who are lost. And in each instance they encounter the deep love of their Father.

A messages from the series “Parables of Jesus.” When you find something that has great value to you, what lengths would you go to possess it? In this short but powerful parable, Jesus tells us that everything we possess is worth giving if we get the Kingdom in return.

A messages from the series “Parables of Jesus.” How do you hold the things you have? Listen and see how we can be content in what we have and a steward of what you have been given.

A messages from the series “Parables of Jesus.” Even non-Christians use the term “The Good Samaritan.” This parable of Jesus gets at the heart of who God calls us to love and care for – everyone, including our enemies. And we are called to go beyond being nice, and instead treat them as we would treat those we deeply love.

A messages from the series “Stand Alone Messages.” No matter what kind of father we had growing up, we can always count on God the Father as the perfect father. We know this from what Jesus has to say about Him! Join us as we learn about God the Father and how he pursues us, is open hearted and affectionate, and how he is righteous and good.

A messages from the series “Parables of Jesus.” Jesus used parables as stories of earth that reflect a heavenly truth. In The Sower, Jesus shows the disciples that people are like certain kinds of soil and most of those who hear God’s word will not fully receive it in a way that will blossom to full life and abundant fruit.

A messages from the series “Infinite Value.” What causes a church to be alive with life and thrive? The Church in Thessalonica had it figured out. Listen in as we go through Part 2 of Seven Sure Signs of a Sweet Church.

A messages from the series “Infinite Value.” The church at Thessalonica may have been the healthiest church recorded in the New Testament. There is much that churches of today can learn from them as we read this  introductory passage. This is the first part of a 2-part message.