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“Follow your heart.” “Blaze your own trail.” We are often encouraged to believe that we are most free and most satisfied when life is lived on our own terms, but is it true, or is there a richer, wiser path we could tread? In this message, join us for the conclusion of our series, “Lies We Live And Die By." 

In an age of abundance where modern amenities are easily mistaken as necessities, it can become too easy to believe we need more--more wealth, more possessions, more leisure, etc. This all creates fertile soil in which blossoms this weed called discontent. The idea that "I don't have enough," can distract us from how full life really is. Join us in this message as we explore the "I don't have enough," lie, taking a look at both its origin, as well as Jesus' solution.

In this session, we take a look at the literary context of Genesis 1 by establishing its genre. In doing this, we explore an overview of other Ancient Near Eastern literature, noting the similarities and differences between these ancient stories and that of Genesis 1.

Ever feel like something's missing? You're not alone. From the Garden of Eden to today, we've believed the lie that our lives lack something—the right relationship, career, possessions, or experiences. But what if we're chasing the wrong thing? Join us for part 2 of our sermon series, “Lies We Live and Die By.”

In this session, we explore the importance of establishing context in studying scripture, and lay out the historical context of Genesis chapter 1, including its authorship, audience, and the situation in which it came into being.

"I know what's best for me." We've all believed this lie at some point. From the Garden of Eden to our lives today, we convince ourselves that we can determine what's truly good for us—often ignoring God's wisdom in the process. Often the result is broken relationships, poor decisions, and the pain that follows. But there's hope. Join us as we kick off a new sermon series, “Lies We Live And Die By.”

When we hit rock bottom, we face a choice: fixate on our problems or focus on God's presence. Like Elijah in the valley, we can become blind to God's work when consumed by despair. The antidote? Serve others. Shift your gaze from self to Christ, and find hope in the whispers. Join us for the conclusion of our series, “Burn the Boats.”

In a world where loyalties shift like sand, God calls us to make a radical choice: Commit to something. Through both the Old Testament and the New, he calls us to stop limping between the world and the Lord, and pick a side. Join us for part 3 of our series, “Burn the Boats,” as we tackle this issue of loyalty.

Are you trying 10,000 ways to navigate life while ignoring the ONE way that actually works? We often compartmentalize our lives—giving God some boxes while keeping others locked away. Our work life, our personal habits, our pain, our relationships. We say "You can have this, Lord, but not that." But here's the truth: God doesn't fit in a box. Join us as we continue our series, “Burn the Boats,” looking at moving beyond God-in-a-box, toward the God who owns all the boxes and more.

Trusting God means purging the idols. In our new sermon series, "Burn the Boats," we are kicking off the new year with the reminder that the "if only" idol can't save us from our uncomfortable circumstances, but God can use them if we trust. Join us at 9am or 10:30am as we begin this new journey and a new year together.

When we think about what's most important, family almost always makes the list. Yet our family relationships can be complicated, especially during the holidays when we're supposed to gather together. Past hurts, disappointments, and years of small offenses can pile up like rust on a bolt—locking our hearts in place until we can't budge them ourselves. So what do we do? Join us as we discuss practical ways to pursue reconciliation with family this holiday season.

Hurt people hurt people, but forgiven people forgive people. Family dysfunction often stems from spiritual wounds, but Christ offers a way forward. When we realize the immense mercy we've received, we can extend that same grace to others—even difficult family members. Join us this Sunday at 9am and 10:30am as we explore the deeper reality behind dysfunction, and the powerful potential of mercy to overcome it.  

This Christmas season, let's get honest about family. We all feel the pressure for that perfect Hallmark moment, but here's the truth: Jesus didn't come from a perfect family either. His family tree included heroes and villains, betrayal and redemption, dysfunction and grace. Stand to learn a lot about navigating our own family tensions by reflecting on his. Join us this Sunday as we begin a new sermon series, “Home for Christmas.” Bless yourself and your family by tuning in.

In a world flooded with AI-generated content, deepfakes, and endless social media voices, how do we know what's real? More importantly, how do we recognize truth when it comes to our faith? Join us at 9am or 10:30am for our final entry in our series, "Can I Ask That?"

The Bible's message of salvation is clear…until it isn't. There exist plenty of complex and nuanced situations that lead us wonder if salvation applies to X,Y, or Z. Join us this Sunday at 9am and 10:30am as we kick off our new sermon series, “Can I ask THAT?!” by exploring your questions surrounding the subject of salvation.

The Church isn't just a building you visit or an activity you do on Sunday morning. The Church is US—a community of people chosen by God, set apart for an incredible purpose.

Invitation is integral to the Christian experience. Our lives and eternities have been completely transformed because God invited us—once outsiders and strangers—to become part of His family through Christ, and today, we have the opportunity to continue his hospitality when we invite others.

Our relationship with wealth reveals our relationship with God. Both abundance and scarcity can tempt us toward misplaced trust, but generosity helps fend off temptation and guide us toward a healthy, God-centered relationship with wealth. 

Ready to discover what life's really all about? Join us for this message as we continue our 'Rooted' series and explore how serving others can fill our lives with lasting purpose and joy!

Where is God in suffering? We often ask this question when life gets hard. We are reminded through the stories of scripture, however, that perhaps He never left our side. Suffering doesn't mean God is absent, but it does demand we choose a perspective. Join us in this message for part 4 of our series “Rooted” in which we will wrestle with this important experience we all share. 

When we survey the world around us, we quickly observe the out workings of evil. The Bible reminds us that these effects are not the result only chance, but have spiritual roots. Join us this Sunday for part 3 of our series, "Rooted."

Everyone faces situations in life where they long to hear God speak. It could be an important decision, difficult trial, or a myriad of other circumstances. How does God speak to us today? 

This message marks the beginning of a church-wide journey of spiritual growth called, “Rooted.” This week we begin with the important question, “Who is God, really?” Join us as we embark together down this pathway of knowing him deeper, and finding ourselves more fully in Christ.  

The book of James reminds us that we can't have it both ways. Friendship with the world means hostility with God. Our attempts to play both sides often lead to envy, quarrels, and a powerless faith. The solution? Humble ourselves completely before the Lord. Join us for the conclusion of our sermon series, “Straight to the Point,” as we wrestle with one of the most persistent challenges of the Christian life.

Words have the power to direct our ways and shape our lives. By disciplining our words, we harness their power to set our whole being on a God-honoring path. Join us for part 3 of our sermon series, “Straight to the Point,” where we will be looking at the subject of speech in the book of James.

Faith is equal parts belief and action, transforming not just what we say, but how we live as well. Join us this week for part 2 of our series, “Straight To The Point,” as we tackle the nature of faith, deeds, and the need for both.

What is the relationship between the faith we profess and the trials we experience? Should faith make life easier? Should it provide helpful tips and tricks for avoiding difficulty? The book of James gets straight to the point. No pain, no gain. Trials have an important purpose. Join us as we begin a new sermon series, “Straight To The Point.” Don't miss out!

Never underestimate how God can use one committed person to transform the world around them. We don't need to be famous or powerful - simply choosing to live with love and integrity can advance God's purposes in remarkable ways, even in a crazy, messy world. J

Life is messy, and sometimes we believe it to be impossible to turn things around. We are reminded in scripture, however, that it is never too little, too late, or too far gone to repent and begin anew. Join us for part 4 of our sermon series, “Crazy, Messy People.”

Often we mistakenly assume that there is a mythical group of people out in the world that has “figured it out” and “has it all together.” These people don't really exist, but the myth nonetheless works against us, convincing us that our personal craziness and messiness is more unique than it truly is. We learn in the book of Judges, however, that not only is everyone messy, God almost exclusively works through people with crazy, messy lives. Join us this Sunday for part 2 of our sermon series, “Crazy, Messy People,” where we cover this and more.

In this message, we kick off a new sermon series entitled, “Crazy, Messy People.” This week, we are diving into the book of Judges to discover how God works through the chaos. Just like He used even the messiest situations in Israel's history, God is still sovereign over every crazy mess in our lives today.

In this message, we will continue our 'Things Dad Taught Me' sermon series. We will be diving into timeless wisdom for everyday life regarding speech, because in a world full of noise, learning to use our words well can change everything.

Check out this special Father's Day message from Colin's own dad, Brian McCracken.

Family can be one of the greatest joys in life, and simultaneously, one of the greatest sources of heartache. How could something hold so much potential for both good and ill? More importantly, how can we make sure we are building a family that experiences more of the blessings than the burdens? 

We all need a good advice once in a while. Many of us have turned to parents in search of that wisdom. In our new series, “Things Dad Taught Me,” we will be looking at the book of Proverbs, a collection of wisdom saying handed down from a father to his Son, and learning how that ancient wisdom still holds up for our modern lives today.  

Sometimes life is hard. We go through painful seasons that seem like they will never end. Our weary spirits long for rest. Often times we find strength and encouragement when we look back on God's past actions and consistency. He has proved faithful before, so we can trust he will be faithful today.  

We are often encouraged to seek out more, achieve more, or to acquire more. Sometimes, though, the pursuit of more leaves us weary. All the while, God offers us something that is enough, and here we find rest.

The hustle and bustle of life often leaves us tired. We need rest. Beyond physical recuperation, though, we require rest for our spirit. Join us this Sunday as we begin a new sermon series called, “Rest/Refresh,” in which we will explore this deep, soulful rest, and how we find it.

Through the Psalms, we find rest and refreshment through worshiping God as these ancient words help align our hearts and minds with Him. Join us this Sunday as we kick off a new sermon series called, “Rest/Refresh” 

Sometimes we don't recognize the importance of a moment until it has passed us by. However, through the act of remembering and reflecting, hindsight can bless us with understanding of God's work throughout our story.

When life hurts most, the resurrection reminds us that the story doesn't have to b over. His victory over the grave reminds us that, even in hopeless moments, God can still reach into the story and work holy out of the hard.

Guest Speaker, Teresa Roberts, is a professor of children's ministry at Ozark Christian College. In this message, she shares the importance of discipling children in the church, and helps direct our mindset to see them not only as the future of the church, but the present of the church.

Life is filled with important things that we hold near and dear: a dream, a relationship, an identity, a vice, a plan. But what happens when clinging to these things drags us beneath the waves of life storms? While letting go can be painful, it can also be the very thing that saves us and sets us free for something God wants to work in us and through us. Join us for part two of our series, "Holy Moments".

Life is filled with important things that we hold near and dear; a dream, a relationship, an identity, a vice, a plan. But what happens when clinging to these things drags us beneath the waves of life's storms? While letting go can be painful, it can also be the very thing that saves us and sets us free for something God wants to work in us and through us.

Obeying God is good, but it is also hard. Sometimes we struggle to follow God's leading, but these challenging moments can also become powerful moments in our story if we have the faith to take the next step and obedience. Join us as we kick off a new sermon series called "Holy Moments".

Life is filled with crossroads where the path of obedience comes at a cost. Relationships might suffer. Opportunities might pass us by. Compromise can be very tempting whenever the path appears easy and beneficial, but these moments of testing can prove to be sacred season in our life. Jesus models this for us as he sets our resolutely for Jerusalem in Luke 9:51. The rest of Luke's Gospel details Jesus' persistent and obedient march to that city, knowing the cross awaited him. That difficult choice to obey resulted in the wonder of God working in and through him, and the same potential resides in our holy moments, when it is hard to obey. Themes: Obedience, Faith, Trust in God's purposes and intention to prosper us.

Our world is an incredibly divided place. As the Church, part of our calling is to resist participating in this division, and work towards unity through God's grace. Join us this Sunday at 9am and 10:30am for the conclusion of our sermon series, “Ephesians: Wonder and Mystery.” 

God has called his Church to a high and lofty mission. We are to represent His goodness and the truth of His gospel on earth. But how are imperfect people like us actually supposed to pull that off? Join us as we explore some practical ways to live out this worthy calling in our lives.

God has called his Church to a high and lofty mission. We are to represent his goodness and the truth of his Gospel on earth. But how are imperfect people like us actually supposed to pull that off? Join us this Sunday at 9am and 10:30am as we explore some practical ways to live out this worthy calling in our lives.

Why does the church matter? Some say it doesn't. Some say it carries social benefits and connections. But what does the Bible say? Join us as we explore the surprising answer in part three of our series, "Ephesians: Wonder & Mystery".

Why does the Church matter? Some say it doesn't. Some say it carries social benefits and connections. But what the Bible say? Join us this Sunday at 9am and 10:30am as we explore the surprising answer in part 3 of our series, “Ephesians: Wonder and Mystery.”