Thinking Out Loud

 In the book of Genesis, we read a story of an amazing young man.  Joseph traveled some very difficult days. Days filled with unexpected twists, turns, and people.  Through his story we learn how to step into the unknown with the confidence that comes only with a close relationship with our God.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.Watch here:

 In the book  of Genesis,  we read a  story of an amazing young man.  Joseph traveled some very difficult days.  Days filled with unexpected twists, turns, and people.  Through his story we learn how to step into the unknowns with the confidence that comes only with a close relationship with our God.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying  outline here.Watch here: 

It's no secret our world has become increasingly more negative.  As followers of Jesus, we must be diligent to not be sucked into it.  If we are not, it will get all over us and we will begin to look more and more like the world, and less and less like Jesus. Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here. Watch Here:

We have been invited into life's greatest relationship.  We are invited to be with and like our Heavenly Father.  As we discover the meaning of this amazing relationship, we will discover we are an unstoppable force for the Kingdom.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.Watch here:

We live in a non-stop world.  We are bombarded by deadlines, responsibilities, and distractions.  Finding time to stop and rest is not easy, but it is necessary.  If we want to follow Jesus fully and make a Kingdom difference with our lives, then we must slow down, and remember to rest.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.Watch Here:

 God is at work, even when we don’t see it.  It is His heart to deliver us, restore us, and use us.  This all happens when His people pray.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.Watch Here:

We don't always see those in our world that work the night shift.  That doesn't mean they aren't there and working.  Likewise, we don't always see God working in the dark times of our life.  But He is there and He is working.Hear the message here.  Download the accompanying outline here. Watch Here:

The last 12 months have been anything but normal.  We have experienced a pandemic, political unrest, fires, ice, and more.  Through a year of much change, God has been our one constant; constantly in control, constantly good, and desiring to be enough in our lives.Hear the message here. Following along and take notes with accompanying outline here.Watch Here:

We are living in a world that is growing increasingly hostile to the Gospel.  How we live now is more important than ever before. As we learn how to best take a stand for Jesus, His presence and power will be undeniable experienced, both by us and the world.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.Watch Here:

2020 has been a difficult year for everyone!  In this message I had the privilege of preaching with my good friend Sam Stuckey.  Through all the turmoil of this year, we are still expected to be thankful.  Here is how!Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

God is speaking and wants you to hear His voice. It may not happen the way you expect or even when you expect it, but one thing is for sure; we must be ready to listen. Hear the message here.  Download the accompanying outline here.

We live in a very divided world.  In almost every arena of life there exists a spirit of "us vs them".  As the Church we much stand firm against this.  There is too much at stake not to.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

While following Jesus is all about Him we also know that it is about us.  There is an expectation placed upon us, His followers, to take steps of obedience.  The choice is ours.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.Following Jesus -  It's About You from Foothills Community Church on Vimeo.p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica}

We are called to remain positive in a very negative world.  If this is to happen we must allow God to change and train our thinking.  This requires some effort on our part but the reward far out weights the effort.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

We live in an ungrateful world. As followers of Jesus we are called to live lives of gratitude. The secret lies in recognizing Him in all circumstances of life.  Psalm 107 walks us through Israel's journey of recognizing Him through the ups and downs of their experience.  This chapter answers the question of how to be grateful in an ungrateful world.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

God's promise to lead us can be trusted in both the mountain top times of life as well as in the dark valleys of life.This message is part two in a four part series on the Promises of God.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

When we respond to God's promise to empower us we become an unstoppable force for the Kingdom.This message is part four in a four part series on the promises of God.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

No one likes to fail yet it happens to us all.  When we experience spiritual failure we are faced with a choice. We can either let it stop and define us, or allow God’s grace to change and equip us.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

God has give us a tremendous gift.  It is a life-changing gift that when accepted and fully embraced will make us an unstoppable force for His glory.  It is a gift that supplies us with everything we need to please Him.  It is the gift of grace.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

All of us mess up at times, sometimes really big.  The beautiful thing is God delights in taking broken lives and restoring them to their original purpose.  2 Chronicles 33:1-17 tells the amazing story of King Manasseh.  Manasseh made a major mess of his life, yet through God's grace he experienced restoration and freedom.  My friend Sam Stuckey and I had the privilege of sharing this amazing story and how it relates to our lives.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

There is a spiritual battle being waged for our souls and the souls of those around us.  God has given us the tools we need to experience victory.  He has given us two weapons that if used properly will do more to advance the Kingdom than anything else.Hear the message here. Download the accompanying outline here.

We are engaged in epic battle and the stakes could not be higher! There is an enemy that is bent on our destruction. The good news is this; we have at our disposal everything we need to experience victory.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

Everyone likes to win.  There is something about winning that just feels good, even right.  When it comes to life, faith and following Jesus, everyone desires to be victorious.  Hebrews 12:1-2 gives us clear direction on how it is achieved.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here. The Winning Life from Foothills Community Church on Vimeo.

When we pray we don't always get the results we are hoping for.  Sometimes God's answer is, yes.  Other times it is, no, or not yet.  When we pray according to God's will, the answer is always, yes!Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

Some things belong together.  Others do not.  When it comes to the Church, people belong.  People belong because people matter to God.  People are loved by God and therefore belong.  The more we become a church of belonging the more we will fulfill our purpose.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

1 Thessalonians 5:18 teaches us to be  thankful in all circumstances.  Though this may seem impossible at times, it is a prescription for a better life.  When we learn to practice gratitude, we experience the life God desires for us.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

We live in a non-stop world.  We are bombarded by deadlines, responsibilities, and distractions.  Finding time to stop is not easy, but it is necessary.  If we want to follow Jesus fully and live with a guarded heart, then we must slow down and find rest.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

Ordinary people are far from perfect people.  We sin, and at times fail real hard.  Our enemy wants us to believe that it is over for us, but it is not.  Following Jesus involves growing through our failure so that we might live truly extraordinary lives.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

Life is not always an easy journey.  Often time's it does not go according to plan.  It is in those moments of pain, hurt, and disappointment that we must trust Jesus.  It is in those moments that our faith is refined, made stronger, and more real.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

We are designed for relationships. Relationships are one of God’s greatest gifts to us. They are also one of life’s greatest pressure points. It doesn’t have to be this way. As we learn to honor God’s great gift, we will experience far less stress.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

We live in a broken world and we are a broken people. As a result pain is inevitable. We hurt people and people hurt us. Thankfully God has chosen to forgive us. Because of this, we must choose to forgive others. When we do, we experience Him and His purpose for our lives to the fullest. It begins with a choice.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here. 

Life can be difficult and confusing. Sometimes the circumstances of life just don't make sense. Where is Jesus during these times? Is He speaking? He is. And He has a message for us, if we are willing to listen. Hear the message here. Download the accompanying outline here.

This message preached on July 17, 2016 at Foothills Community Church is part 4 of a series entitled "Myth Busting:  Exposing The Myths That Make Us Miserable." In this message we look at how some pleasures in life last, while others do not, along with what God's plan is for true and lasting pleasure.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

This message preached on May 29, 2016 at Foothills Community Church is part 8 in a series through the book of James entitled, "More Than A Belief ... Following Jesus In Real Life."In this message taken from James 4:13-17 we look at the importance of understanding God's will for our lives and being obedient in following it.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

This message preached on May 22, 2016 at Foothills Community church is part 7 in a series through the book of James entitled, "More Than A Belief ... Following Jesus In Real Life."God desires a close and intimate relationship with us.  He also desires that we experience close relationships with one another.  When our allegiances are more in line with the world than with God conflict arises in both, but there is a cure!Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

This message preached April 10, 2016 at Foothills Community Church is part 2 in a series through the book of James entitled, "More Than A Belief...Following Jesus In Real Life"In this message taken from James 1:19-27, we discover that the mark of a true follower of Jesus is actions of obedience.  God is more interested in us doing His Word than He is in us simply knowing His Word.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.

This message preached January 31, 2016 at Foothills Community Church is the conclusion to a series entitled, "Unlocking The Mystery Of God's Will."Taken from Romans 12:2, this message presents three areas of our thinking that when we allow God to transform, will help us in understanding God's will for our life.Hear the message here.Download the accompanying outline here.