Crosswater Community Church - Sultan, WA

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 12/22/24 This Christmas season we look at 1 John as we reflect on the coming of Jesus, the Light of the World, who transforms every aspect of our lives. We begin by recognizing that God is light, calling us to walk in His truth. As we abide in Him, we live as children of God, experiencing His perfect love and overcoming the darkness of the world through faith in Christ. In turn, we are called to share His light, love, and victory with others, spreading the hope and joy of His coming. 1 John 4: Higher Love. Discover how Gods love for us impacts how we deal with truth, assurance, fears, and our love for others.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 12/15/24 This Christmas season we look at 1 John as we reflect on the coming of Jesus, the Light of the World, who transforms every aspect of our lives. We begin by recognizing that God is light, calling us to walk in His truth. As we abide in Him, we live as children of God, experiencing His perfect love and overcoming the darkness of the world through faith in Christ. In turn, we are called to share His light, love, and victory with others, spreading the hope and joy of His coming. JESUS was born and came into the world as the SAVIOR. As we believe in HIM we are reborn and adopted into HIS family to live as Children of GOD to show HIM love and show love for others. "Whoever keeps HIS commandments abides in GOD, and GOD in him. And by this we know that HE abides in us, by the SPIRIT whom HE has given us." 1 John 3:24

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 12/8/24 This Christmas season we look at 1 John as we reflect on the coming of Jesus, the Light of the World, who transforms every aspect of our lives. We begin by recognizing that God is light, calling us to walk in His truth. As we abide in Him, we live as children of God, experiencing His perfect love and overcoming the darkness of the world through faith in Christ. In turn, we are called to share His light, love, and victory with others, spreading the hope and joy of His coming. It always is and always will be about JESUS! HE came that we may have life and have it more abundantly! We are called to Abide in HIM that means walking as HE walked, in humility, obedience and love.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 12/1/24 This Christmas season we look at 1 John as we reflect on the coming of Jesus, the Light of the World, who transforms every aspect of our lives. We begin by recognizing that God is light, calling us to walk in His truth. As we abide in Him, we live as children of God, experiencing His perfect love and overcoming the darkness of the world through faith in Christ. In turn, we are called to share His light, love, and victory with others, spreading the hope and joy of His coming. "GOD is light and in HIM is no darkness at all" - 1 John 1:5 JESUS came into this world to bring this light and life to those trapped in darkness and death. HIS people are saved by HIM and are called to live by HIS light and make HIM known to the world.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 11/24/24 Gods grace not only saves us but also shapes us into His holy people, impacting every area of our lives. In Colossians, we see how being united with Christ means letting His holiness guide our everyday lives (Be holy as I am holy), reflecting His character, and allowing His transformative grace to change our relationships, values, and actions. By embracing our identity in Christ, we become wholly holy, embodying His grace in a world that desperately needs to see it. The Transformative Grace of Jesus Christ, which takes us from one kingdom, a kingdom of darkness because of sin, and places us into another kingdom, a kingdom of righteousness, because of His sacrifice. This Transformation enables and empowers us to Love and Serve others because of Him.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 11/17/24 Gods grace not only saves us but also shapes us into His holy people, impacting every area of our lives. In Colossians, we see how being united with Christ means letting His holiness guide our everyday lives (Be holy as I am holy), reflecting His character, and allowing His transformative grace to change our relationships, values, and actions. By embracing our identity in Christ, we become wholly holy, embodying His grace in a world that desperately needs to see it. Being Transformed by Grace means that JESUS followers live for JESUS in all of our relationships. Loving GOD and loving others.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 11/10/24 Gods grace not only saves us but also shapes us into His holy people, impacting every area of our lives. In Colossians, we see how being united with Christ means letting His holiness guide our everyday lives (Be holy as I am holy), reflecting His character, and allowing His transformative grace to change our relationships, values, and actions. By embracing our identity in Christ, we become wholly holy, embodying His grace in a world that desperately needs to see it. Focus. Focus. Focus. Colossians 3 reminds us to focus on "things above". We are in CHRIST and thus have the power to live like HIM as we are Transformed by Grace. Our focus on JESUS and HIS kingdom allows us to do "everything in the name of the LORD JESUS".

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 11/3/24 Gods grace not only saves us but also shapes us into His holy people, impacting every area of our lives. In Colossians, we see how being united with Christ means letting His holiness guide our everyday lives (Be holy as I am holy), reflecting His character, and allowing His transformative grace to change our relationships, values, and actions. By embracing our identity in Christ, we become wholly holy, embodying His grace in a world that desperately needs to see it. JESUS alone is the ONE who is the head of all rule and authority by virtue of being GOD and thus triumphing on the cross! Let no one take you captive, pass judgment on you or disqualify you JESUS is the life walk in HIM as one Transformed by Grace!

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 10/27/24 Gods grace not only saves us but also shapes us into His holy people, impacting every area of our lives. In Colossians, we see how being united with Christ means letting His holiness guide our everyday lives (Be holy as I am holy), reflecting His character, and allowing His transformative grace to change our relationships, values, and actions. By embracing our identity in Christ, we become wholly holy, embodying His grace in a world that desperately needs to see it. JESUS died for the sin-debt of all man-kind. Following HIM can lead to suffering for HIS followers at times too. HE comforts and strengthens us in these times to be a comfort and strength for others too HE truly does Transform us by grace!

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 10/20/24 Gods grace not only saves us but also shapes us into His holy people, impacting every area of our lives. In Colossians, we see how being united with Christ means letting His holiness guide our everyday lives (Be holy as I am holy), reflecting His character, and allowing His transformative grace to change our relationships, values, and actions. By embracing our identity in Christ, we become wholly holy, embodying His grace in a world that desperately needs to see it. JESUS' supreme authority makes HIS sacrifice on the cross the ONLY grace that transforms people here and forever. Believing and receiving this grace allows us to live and display HIS grace in this world that so desperately needs it.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 10/13/24 In Paul's first letter to Timothy, he uncovers how the gospel not only changes our beliefs but also shapes our daily lives highlighting the practical, visible transformation that comes from living out the gospel, from how we conduct ourselves to how we lead and serve in the church. As we are Shaped by the Gospel, we are challenged to reflect the power of the gospel in every area of our lives, becoming living testimonies of its transforming grace. Here at the end of 1 Timothy, Paul encourages Timothy to help those around him to "take hold of that which is truly life". This is such great advice for us today with so many distractions and discouragements around us. Look to JESUS and follow HIM for the life that is truly life and may grace be with you!

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 10/6/24 In Paul's first letter to Timothy, he uncovers how the gospel not only changes our beliefs but also shapes our daily lives highlighting the practical, visible transformation that comes from living out the gospel, from how we conduct ourselves to how we lead and serve in the church. As we are Shaped by the Gospel, we are challenged to reflect the power of the gospel in every area of our lives, becoming living testimonies of its transforming grace. Real relationships are difficult and so valuable to GOD (see the greatest commandments). The church of GOD is like a family. Honoring JESUS and each other is critical to caring for one another and making much of GOD.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 9/29/24 In Paul's first letter to Timothy, he uncovers how the gospel not only changes our beliefs but also shapes our daily lives highlighting the practical, visible transformation that comes from living out the gospel, from how we conduct ourselves to how we lead and serve in the church. As we are Shaped by the Gospel, we are challenged to reflect the power of the gospel in every area of our lives, becoming living testimonies of its transforming grace. Believing the Gospel of JESUS sets us free to be an example of HIS grace, love and power in all that we do. HE shapes us and blesses us to be a blessing to those who know about HIM and even those who don't know HIM. What a blessing to Set An Example of faith in JESUS!

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 9/22/24 In Paul's first letter to Timothy, he uncovers how the gospel not only changes our beliefs but also shapes our daily lives highlighting the practical, visible transformation that comes from living out the gospel, from how we conduct ourselves to how we lead and serve in the church. As we are Shaped by the Gospel, we are challenged to reflect the power of the gospel in every area of our lives, becoming living testimonies of its transforming grace. JESUS is the perfect example of servant leadership. As a church family built on the foundation of JESUS we must serve HIM and others showing HIS Gospel everywhere!

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, Wa on 9/15/2024 In Paul's first letter to Timothy, he uncovers how the gospel not only changes our beliefs but also shapes our daily lives highlighting the practical, visible transformation that comes from living out the gospel, from how we conduct ourselves to how we lead and serve in the church. As we are Shaped by the Gospel, we are challenged to reflect the power of the gospel in every area of our lives, becoming living testimonies of its transforming grace. Being Shaped by the Gospel leads to living out the Gospel, even when it's tough to do and even understand. JESUS is our example of servant-hearted submission and our only Savior, HE gives us the example and strength to Live Out the Gospel.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, Wa on 9/8/2024 In Paul's first letter to Timothy, he uncovers how the gospel not only changes our beliefs but also shapes our daily lives highlighting the practical, visible transformation that comes from living out the gospel, from how we conduct ourselves to how we lead and serve in the church. As we are Shaped by the Gospel, we are challenged to reflect the power of the gospel in every area of our lives, becoming living testimonies of its transforming grace. GOD's mercy is not given in vain. As we receive HIS mercy, we get to display JESUS and HIS grace to help people believe in HIM for eternal life. That's being Shaped by the Gopsel!

As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. Here at the end of 25 weeks of Romans we finish with GOD being glorified and us called to obey HIM and glorify HIM! "To the only wise GOD be glory forevermore through JESUS CHRIST! Amen"

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 8/25/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. As people who are Set Apart for the Gospel of GOD we need to be reminded to share the Good News in all kinds of ways and to pray for those who are doing so all over the world. We are Set Apart with lots of other people, you are not alone.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 8/18/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. We live around other CHRIST followers that have different convictions and opinions than us on things that are not essential. How we love JESUS, others and then ourselves is the key to GOD honoring peace. HIS word has the answers on how to live it out and HIS SPIRIT is in us to do so!

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 6/2/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. Because of the AWESOMENESS of JESUS and HIS blessing of life to us we get to be people that look like HIM and live for HIS glory in this world. HE has gifted us and blessed us to be a blessing!

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 8/4/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. GOD's mercy alone saves us, motivates us and strengthens us to live as living sacrifices for HIM.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 7/28/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. Only GOD is awesome and worthy to be praised...always! With this in mind we get to honor HIM above anybody and everybody, anything and everything. Let the world know HE is awesome!!

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 7/21/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. God's sovereign plan in extending grace to Jews and Gentiles alike shows that He is faithful to keep His promises and should lead to humility and gratitude in His people.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 7/7/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. This week we look at the understanding of true righteousness, emphasizing that it comes through faith in Christ rather than through the law. It also provides a robust understanding of genuine faith, inspiring believers to actively practice and share their faith.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 6/30/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. Since GOD is GOD and we are not, it stands to reason that "HE will show mercy to whom HE will show mercy". If you are hearing HIS voice calling you do not harden your hearts. Come to JESUS and be Set Apart for HIS glory!

#SundaySermon #Church #JESUS #SetApart #WhollyHoly #Gospel #InChrist #Victory This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 6/23/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. The confidence of the almighty GOD being for us is to give us strength, hope and assurance in HIM to follow HIM. Nothing can or does defeat HIM nor can separate us from HIS love if we are in HIM. HE truly sets us apart! To see this week's bulletin, submit a prayer request or reach out with comments/questions, be sure to visit the Crosswater appSubscribe to our sermons playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4fGmqUBmz5h__UrxBfbfOn-UVekci0-KHelp us transform our community and the world with the love and life of Jesus Christ by giving to Crosswater:http://crosswaterchurch.org/giveStay ConnectedWebsite: http://crosswaterchurch.org/Crosswater Community Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrosswaterChurchCrosswater Community Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crosswatersultan/Crosswater Community Church Twitter: https://twitter.com/CrosswaterCC CCLI License: 20128712; 3134836

As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. Guilt and shame have led to condemnation in all of mankind. JESUS is our deliverer from condemnation death: There is therefore, now no condemnation for those who are in CHRIST JESUS. (Romans 8:1) In JESUS we truly are Set Apart!

As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. Keeping the requirements of the law is a battle we can't win, trusting that JESUS paid it all and gave us the victory (the gospel) is the battle we can't lose.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 6/2/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. Since we couldn't keep the law and be holy on our own, JESUS needed to do it for us and HE did! Now, by dying to the law we are raised to a new marriage, a new way and a new life in JESUS!

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 5/19/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. Knowing what Jesus has done for you allows you to consider/reckon yourself dead to sin. Allowing you to live in the newness of life He promised, serving Him as His obedient slave/disciple.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 5/19/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. Sin entered our story through one man; Adam. Sin was defeated by one man; JESUS! Life is found nowhere else but in and through JESUS! HALLELUJAH, what a SAVIOR!!!

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 5/12/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. JESUS died for our sins and in so doing opened the door for us, by faith in HIM, to have peace with GOD. HE wants us to know HIS peace, HIS grace, HIS hope, HIS glory and to suffer well as a result of HIS love for us for now and always! JESUS is awesome, let's rejoice in HIM!

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 5/5/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. This week we will continue with our Set Apart Series and explore Romans 4. We will learn more about what God meant when He says that Abraham believed God and it was counted to him as righteousness! What is the promise that Abraham believed and what are we to believe today?

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 4/28/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. It seems almost too easy to say "I believe in JESUS" and yet really impossible to follow all of the Bible's rules. As CHRIST followers our belief in JESUS is really bragging about how awesome of a Saviour HE is and thus leads us to live out our faith as fruit of that belief. What are you believing and what are you bragging about?

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 4/14/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. All people have sinned and have fallen short of GOD's glory (Rom.3:23) and all can be justified by GOD's grace as a gift through JESUS CHRIST by having faith in HIM and believing in HIM. It's all grace and in JESUS alone we are Set Apart.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 4/14/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. "None is righteous, no, not one" That is tough one to take. Apart from JESUS we have no hope at real or lasting life. But being Set Apart for JESUS we have life and can share life. Trust JESUS and believe that HE is your only hope and share that hope with any and all who will listen.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 4/7/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. Religious activity and moralistic behavior are not enough to avoid God's right judgment.

The good news (Gospel) of JESUS changed people right when JESUS first resurrected and it is still changing people today. JESUS defeated sin and death once and for all, for all who believe in HIM. Are you Changed By the Gospel?

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 3/24/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. "GOD is not without a witness." This statement rings loud and true throughout the Bible, especially so in Romans 1:18-32. HE has and does continue to reveal HIMSELF through creation, HIS SON, HIS SPIRIT and HIS WORD. By HIS grace we can respond in repentance and worship or face HIS wrath on our own.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 3/17/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. In our culture many CHRIST followers can be quiet, embarrassed or even ashamed of faith in JESUS for various reasons, none of which are more powerful than GOD and HIS Gospel. Paul reminds us that the Gospel is the "power of GOD for salvation". HE gives us faith to believe and proclaim HIS Gospel so we can live Set Apart..

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 3/10/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. As people "Set Apart" for the gospel of JESUS CHRIST, we are called to be thankful, prayerful and eager to preach the Gospel. As we are faithful to live this out, we are encouraged and so are those we share the Gospel with. Faithful obedience to spreading JESUS' Gospel is a blessing in which we've been blessed to be a blessing.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 3/3/24 As followers of Jesus, we are called to be 'Set Apart' from the ways of the world, pursuing holiness as we live by HIS grace, for HIS glory, and in HIS power to bring about HIS Kingdom in and through HIS people. We are Set Apart for a purpose, to intentionally live lives of obedient faith and holiness for the sake of HIS name among all the nations. CHRIST followers are "Set Apart" by GOD, for HIS glory and purposes. We are not "Set Apart" to just do our thing but to do HIS thing. Our identity, purpose and very lives are marked by HIS good news, the gospel! HE died for us, in our place and rose from the dead to set us free by HIS grace and we receive this freedom through faith in HIM to live our lives "Set Apart" for HIM.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 2/25/24 Jesus told His disciples it is to your advantage that I go away because doing so allowed for the coming of the Holy Spirit. We are not to merely exist as passive believers waiting for the return of Jesus. Instead, as Christ-followers we are Empowered by the Spirit, enabling us to live a life characterized by boldness, unity, and unwavering faith in order to bring the transformative love and life of Jesus Christ to the world around us. GOD is so awesome that HE is not limited by what limits us and yet HE lovingly includes us in building HIS kingdom. This includes the really bad, stinky things that happen. We get to and need to trust HIM, obey HIM and believe that HE can do "far more abundantly than all we ask or think " HE is our power!

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 2/18/24 Jesus told His disciples it is to your advantage that I go away because doing so allowed for the coming of the Holy Spirit. We are not to merely exist as passive believers waiting for the return of Jesus. Instead, as Christ-followers we are Empowered by the Spirit, enabling us to live a life characterized by boldness, unity, and unwavering faith in order to bring the transformative love and life of Jesus Christ to the world around us. GOD cannot be stopped, and yet even HIS followers struggle to trust HIM, believe HIM and obey HIM, especially when things are bad. HE is faithful to complete the work HE begins in us (Phil. 1:6) so as the old song says, "Trust and obey, for there's no other way to be happy in JESUS, but to trust and obey."

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 2/11/23 Jesus told His disciples it is to your advantage that I go away because doing so allowed for the coming of the Holy Spirit. We are not to merely exist as passive believers waiting for the return of Jesus. Instead, as Christ-followers we are Empowered by the Spirit, enabling us to live a life characterized by boldness, unity, and unwavering faith in order to bring the transformative love and life of Jesus Christ to the world around us. Since we are not GOD it can be easy at times to wander from HIS wholly holy example. Yet HE lives inside us and HIS HOLY SPIRIT reminds us to honor HIM with our lives. With loving discipline, HE calls us back to holiness and away from our flesh, the world and the devil. Through the HOLY SPIRIT we are Empowered to live holy lives.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 2/4/23 Jesus told His disciples it is to your advantage that I go away because doing so allowed for the coming of the Holy Spirit. We are not to merely exist as passive believers waiting for the return of Jesus. Instead, as Christ-followers we are Empowered by the Spirit, enabling us to live a life characterized by boldness, unity, and unwavering faith in order to bring the transformative love and life of Jesus Christ to the world around us. The HOLY SPIRIT empowers us to give to people what we can't give on our own: JESUS! Everyone desperately needs HIM and some want HIM and some don't. By GOD's great power and great grace "Give 'um JESUS!"

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 1/28/23 Jesus told His disciples it is to your advantage that I go away because doing so allowed for the coming of the Holy Spirit. We are not to merely exist as passive believers waiting for the return of Jesus. Instead, as Christ-followers we are Empowered by the Spirit, enabling us to live a life characterized by boldness, unity, and unwavering faith in order to bring the transformative love and life of Jesus Christ to the world around us. Following JESUS really isn't overly complicated. HE is the LORD. Following HIM is a matter of HIS grace through HIS HOLY SPIRIT, obeying HIS teaching, fellowship and making much of HIM in all of this. We are Empowered to do so and in doing so HIS family grows!

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 1/21/23 Jesus told His disciples it is to your advantage that I go away because doing so allowed for the coming of the Holy Spirit. We are not to merely exist as passive believers waiting for the return of Jesus. Instead, as Christ-followers we are Empowered by the Spirit, enabling us to live a life characterized by boldness, unity, and unwavering faith in order to bring the transformative love and life of Jesus Christ to the world around us. JESUS told HIS disciples to wait for the promised HOLY SPIRIT "power from on high". As they prayed and waited GOD's SPIRIT came upon them and they proclaimed HIS good news in languages they didn't speak and then Peter preached a message of grace and truth with power. We are part of the fruit of this outpouring of power. Let's keep it going in JESUS name!

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 1/14/23 Jesus told His disciples it is to your advantage that I go away because doing so allowed for the coming of the Holy Spirit. We are not to merely exist as passive believers waiting for the return of Jesus. Instead, as Christ-followers we are Empowered by the Spirit, enabling us to live a life characterized by boldness, unity, and unwavering faith in order to bring the transformative love and life of Jesus Christ to the world around us. GOD's people are so very different from one another and yet we have the most important power and reason to be together...JESUS! Praying together, sharing HIS word together and obeying HIM together really does keep us together!

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 1/7/23 Jesus told His disciples it is to your advantage that I go away because doing so allowed for the coming of the Holy Spirit. We are not to merely exist as passive believers waiting for the return of Jesus. Instead, as Christ-followers we are Empowered by the Spirit, enabling us to live a life characterized by boldness, unity, and unwavering faith in order to bring the transformative love and life of Jesus Christ to the world around us. Waiting is hard to do. When we are Empowered by the HOLY SPIRIT we can wait well, as we obey HIS word, worship JESUS in joy, be thankful, and tell people about HIM. Wait, but don't just stand there.

This sermon was preached at Crosswater Community Church in Sultan, WA on 12/31/23 There is much discussion in our society about what Jesus said or didn't say as well as what He meant by what He said or didn't say. So how do we know who is right? We go straight to the source, HIS WORD! Journey with us in 2023 as we explore what Jesus said on a variety of topics and let's dig in together as we seek to understand, apply and live out all that "JESUS SAID" Just as the last words of a departing loved one are cherished and pondered, Jesus's parting teaching to His disciples carries significant weight, importance and direction. As He moves toward His death, resurrection and ascension, we hear His heart, inviting us to live with purpose and obey what Jesus Said. JESUS Said, "Go, make disciples of all nations, baptize them, teach them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold I am with you always" - It is now our honor to go in HIS name, by HIS SPIRIT and live it out!