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Consequences of Indifference

Have you ever seen someone being attacked, their home being broken into...and done nothing? Could you imagine doing nothing if it was your relative's home? The Book of Obadiah laws down the consequences for Edom (descendents of Esau's) indifference when Jacob (Israel) was in need. It serves as a warning for us today.

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Relatable, Confusing, & True – Easter 2026

The story of the Resurrection of Jesus, that which we especially commemorate during the season known as Easter, can make us feel a great many things. We may be reminded of the sorrow and loss of a loved one, much like Jesus' friends and family felt at his crucifixion and burial. We may be confused by this story, because grief for the loss of Jesus is short lived: He didn't stay dead. Either way we are confronted with the reality that the resurrection is true, with many evidences pointing to the affirmative. The question we need to ask ourselves is, "What am I going to do in light of the Resurrection?"

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The Road to Salvation

Who is God and how can I know him? https://open.spotify.com/episode/0dpVDiqmOHJlT6rUB6Wh3B?si=rZmKDqNIRTy3itHlwbzJ4g This is not my typical message. Many, if not all of those in our church are long standing Christians. We might take this for granted as we talk about things in small group, give sermons from the pulpit, or sing the songs we sing in … Continue reading The Road to Salvation

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Heading Down the Highway…

To listen the Audio Recording of this message, listen on our Podcast Player or Follow us on Spotify. This message was from July 20, 2025. Recap God is in the Restoration Business. Much like a classic-car restorer works diligently, with care and detail, God desires for us to be fully restored in relationship with him. … Continue reading Heading Down the Highway…

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Restoration Business: The Antidote to Bitterness

Luke 15:25-32 To listen to the audio recording of this message, click on our podcast page or follow us on Spotify. The past several weeks we’ve been working through the Parable of the Prodigal son, or sometimes called the Lost Son. It’s part of a series of parables in Luke 15 that Jesus uses intentionally … Continue reading Restoration Business: The Antidote to Bitterness

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Restoration Business: The Bottom Line

Luke 15:18-24 Listen to the audio record on our Podcast Player or follow us on Spotify. Intro/Recap We’re in the middle of a series I’m calling “Restoration Business.” Simply put, God is in the Restoration business. He desires for us to have a restored relationship with Him. He also wants this for all of creation, … Continue reading Restoration Business: The Bottom Line

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Christian. Holiness. Missional.

Understanding the Core Values of the Church of the Nazarene, their biblical roots and their practical application. You can listen to the audio record on the Podcast Page or follow us on Spotify. Slogan, Mission Statements and Tribes. Back when I was starting out in ministry, one of the key things everybody said you needed … Continue reading Christian. Holiness. Missional.