I write today's Pastor's Update with a heavy heart. Twenty-four years ago, terrorists flew planes into the Twin Towers and the Pentagon, and thousands of people lost their lives. It changed our country forever. Yesterday, political pundit Charlie Kirk was assassinated for his political views
Life is but a vapor, and James reminds us of this important truth in his practical teaching. When we focus too much on temporary things, we miss what truly matters in eternity. The things we put so much importance on simply don't last, which is why we shouldn't waste our energy on boasting
It looks like we endured our annual week of summer, and now Fall is quickly descending upon us. For most families, that means soccer games and back-to-school activities that will fill up the calendar. Before you launch off on your Pumpkin Spice fueled adventure,
In James Chapter 4, we find a powerful warning about worldliness that remains just as relevant today as it was when first written. James addresses his church, which was struggling not because of external persecution but because of internal worldliness. This worldliness was causing both internal angst and external conflict among believers.
In a world filled with competing voices and opinions, how do we discern true wisdom from false? James chapter 3 provides a powerful contrast between worldly wisdom and godly wisdom that can transform how we navigate life's challenges.
https://youtube.com/live/2oOUkZm_SwQ?feature=share Our words have incredible power. With our tongues, we can praise God, preach His Word, and lead others to Christ. Yet with that same tongue, we can tell lies,…
This Sunday, we celebrate Caleb's last Sunday with us. He and Aaron started leading worship for us two and a half years ago, and they have done a phenomenal job.…
https://www.youtube.com/live/xcQ6eQfaEOk?si=-kFUSMvS4YgyDZMc James chapter 2 delivers a powerful message about the relationship between faith and works. While many Christians debate whether salvation comes through faith alone or requires works, James makes…
https://youtube.com/live/SmuJUUJbKbs?feature=share The book of James offers some of the most practical guidance for Christians who want to move beyond simply hearing God's Word to actually living it out. James, as…
The Book of James offers practical wisdom for daily Christian living. Written by Jesus's half-brother who became the pastor of the Jerusalem church after Christ's resurrection, James provides straightforward guidance…