STEWARDING YOUR RACE WELL
by Pastor Carrie on May 14th, 2025
God has blessed each person with unique gifts and talents meant to serve others and glorify Him. Biblical stewardship involves carefully managing these God-given resources, from time and abilities to relationships and material possessions. Being faithful in small responsibilities leads to greater opportunities, while poor stewardship can hinder kingdom growth and impact. The key to effective stewardship lies in identifying our gifts, checking our motivations, and actively seeking ways to serve others. Read More
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The Dash: Running For Eternity
by Pastor Matt Erikson on May 4th, 2025
Life is more than just existing between birth and death - it's about making an eternal impact. While we can't control our birth or death dates, we can control how we use our time in between. To make our lives count, we must avoid the traps of comparison and competition with others. The key is to strip away distractions, keep our focus on Jesus, and run alongside others rather than alone. By supporting each other and sharing the load, we can make a lasting impact that extends far beyond our years. Read More
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Long Lasting Impact
by Pastor Matt Erikson on April 27th, 2025
Legacy is about creating lasting impact that continues beyond our years, not just accumulating possessions. It centers on two key principles: recognizing that everyone matters to God and taking personal responsibility for needs we encounter. The needs we see around us are often our call to action, requiring us to slow down, engage with others, and stand up for those who cannot speak for themselves. Building a meaningful legacy happens through daily decisions to take responsibility and care for others, not through grand gestures. Read More
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Miracles: How Many Steps?
by Pastor Matt Erikson on April 20th, 2025
The journey of faith and spiritual transformation requires patience and persistence, especially when facing life's challenges. Through examining five common faith obstacles - death, disappointment, dysfunction, disbelief, and discouragement - we discover that God often works gradually in our lives. Using the biblical story of the Emmaus road, we learn that transformation typically requires many steps of faithful persistence. Rather than seeking immediate results, true spiritual growth comes through consistent steps of faith, even in moments of doubt and weakness. Read More
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Ride That Donkey
by Pastor Matt Erikson on April 13th, 2025
Palm Sunday marks Jesus's triumphant entry into Jerusalem, riding on a donkey in fulfillment of ancient prophecy. This humble entrance demonstrated both His identity as the Messiah and His servant leadership style. The people responded by laying down their garments and palm branches, showing their recognition of His kingship. This celebration reminds us to examine our own response to Jesus's lordship, challenging us to consider what we're willing to lay down in recognition of His authority. Read More
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I Must Grow
by Pastor Matt Erikson on April 6th, 2025
Growing in faith requires development in three key areas: wisdom, stature, and favor. True wisdom combines both natural knowledge and spiritual insight, while stature involves embracing new responsibilities and spiritual maturity. God's favor flows naturally as we align ourselves with His purposes through growth in wisdom and stature. This balanced approach to spiritual development mirrors Jesus's own growth pattern, creating lasting momentum in our faith journey. Read More
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