Christmas Sunday Service Canceled

Our special communion service planned for Christmas morning is canceled due to the winter storm. Please join us next week, January 1st. for Sunday School at 9:30 AM. Worship Hour begins at 10:45 AM. Hope to see you there! 

Blizzard of 2022 Cancels Christmas Eve Service

Hi all,

Sorry to let everyone know that our traditional Christmas Eve Candle Light Service is canceled due to weather. 

Please check back here for information about the Christmas Day communion Service at 9:30 AM. 

Sermon, Third Sunday of Advent, December 11, 2022

 From Slaves Like Us ... To Sons Like Him!

The angles glorify God for the birth of his beloved Son and the peace he'll earn for sinners.

Sermon, Second Sunday of Advent, December 4, 2022

 'Prepare Ye the Way'

Zacharias 'blesses' God for raising up a king. True disciples flee from judgement by fleeing to Jesus in faith.

Advent One Sermon, Sunday, November 27, 2022

Hope for the Humble

Mary 'magnifies' God for keeping his promise to Abraham. True disciples sing for joy that God is gathering them home in Christ. 

Sermon, Sunday, November 20, 2022

'Passing the Plate'

Christian charity reflects Jesus' heart for the needy. True disciples know that godly worship overflows in brotherly love.

Sermon, Sunday, November 6, 2022

 The Life-Giving Spirit

Adam's ministry of death will finally be 'undone' by the Last Adam

Sermon, Sunday, October 30, 2022

Body Language

The creation offers numerous 'parables' of resurrection. But true disciples know that in the new creation, there will be continuity and discontinuity. 

Sermon, Sunday, October 23, 2022

Questions about Tomorrow

The resurrection is more than just a subject of idle curiosity. True disciples know it holds answers for today. 

Sermon, Sunday, October 16, 2022

 He Must Reign

Christ is subduing his enemies and growing his kingdom. The Last Adam is Lord of All.

Sermon, Sunday, October 9, 2022

The Last Adam (2)

The Rise and Triumph of God's Covenant Kingdom 

Sermon, Sunday, October 2, 2022

 The Last Adam

The Rise and Triumph of God's Covenant Kingdom

Sermon, Sunday, September 25, 2022

More Reasons for the Resurrection

The union we share with Christ guarantees our 'rising' like his. That's good news for the future -- but also for the present. 

Sermon, Sunday, August 21, 2022

Foundations of Christian Truth

Third-day patterns in the Old Testament & eyewitnesses in the New: 

True disciples know that these confirm Christ's resurrection.

Sermon, Sunday, July 14, 2022

 The Angels and God's Son

Sermon, Sunday, July 31, 2022

First Things First

Believers are called to take a stand for Jesus Christ. That's what true disciples do -- and they find the gospel solid underfoot. 

Sermon, Sunday, July 24, 2022

The Fruit of Saving Faith

Those who 'hold fast' to the gospel can be assured of salvation. But true disciples know it's Christ who does the holding. 

Sermon, Sunday, July 17, 2022

 Wives, Women, & Worship

Orderly worship isn't about restricting women. True disciples know it's about respecting biblical marriage.

Sermon, Sunday, July 10, 2022

God of Order, God of Peace

Orderly worship is more than a convenience. True disciples know that it reflects the character of God. 

Sermon, Sunday, July 3, 2022

Good News & Bad News about Speaking in Tongues

Understanding God's voice isn't about being smart enough. It's about listening.

Sermon, Sunday, June 12, 2022

 Everyday Love

Diverse churches need Jesus' kind of love to grow in unity. But it's not just for special occasions -- it's for everyday.

Sermon, Sunday, June 5, 2022

 The More Excellent Way

Spiritual Gifts are important to church life. But true disciples know that love is even more important.

Sermon, Sunday, May 29, 2022

Lefties, Leaders, & the Way of Love

Word-based gifts are central to church life. But true disciples know we're all called to build up the body in love. 

Sermon, Sunday, May 22, 2022

Designed for Diversity

The church body is made up of many members and spiritual gifts. But true disciples rejoice in their unity in Jesus Christ. 

Sermon, Sunday, May 15, 2022

 To Serve with Love

Questions remain about the gifts of the Spirit. But true disciples are sure about the focus--word, Christ and the church.

Sermon, Sunday, May 8, 2022

 Gifts of the Spirit

Pentecost marks a new age for God's people. True disciples know that the greatest gift of all is the ascended Christ!

Easter Sunday Sermon

"I shall Not Die, But Live---"

Pilgrims rejoice in hope beyond the fire and sword of judgement.  Christ's resurrection life belongs to us if we belong to him. 

Palm Sunday Sermon, April 10, 2022

 A Hallel for Holy Week

Jesus Christ is the true biblical pilgrim. Disciples know that 'victory' and being 'brought near' can only be accomplished through him.

Sermon, Sunday, April 3, 2022

 Table Manners

True disciples know that Christ has set them free. But when the church comes together, love prevails.

Sermon, Sunday, March 27, 2022

 Broken Bodies & Mended Fences

True disciples approach the Lord's Table by faith. They 'judge' rightly, lest they be rightly 'judged.'

Sermon, Sunday, March 20, 2022

A Meal of Mystery

When we approach the Lord's Table, we receive exactly what Jesus promised --himself. 

Sermon, Sunday, March 13, 2022

 "In Remembrance of Me"

The Lord's supper is a sacred meal. True disciples know it celebrates the 'already' and the 'not yet' of redemption in Christ.

Sermon, Sunday, February 27, 2022

 Getting Order Right in a Disordered World

Idolatry turns everything upside-down. True disciples know that the bible lies at the heart of ordered worship and marriage.

Sermon, Sunday, February 13, 2022 (Lance Ostman)

 The Gospel

Harriett Rupp Funeral, February 12, 2022

 Harriett Rupp Funeral, February 12, 2022

Sermon for Sunday, February 6, 2022

 "His Banner Over Me Is Love"

God spreads his glory like a canopy over his people.  True disciples know that his covering is a picture of his love.

Sermon for Sunday, January 30, 2022

Headship & Worship

Marriage may not always be heaven, ... but it's a picture of it. 

Sermon for Sunday, January 23, 2022

 Love, Liberty, & the Glory of God

Living in an idolatrous world can be complicated. But disciples know that God is glorified when we submit to others in love.

Sermon for Sunday, January 16, 2022

Stones & Sons

Idolatrous hearts want it both ways. But true disciples know that God demands single-hearted devotion from his children. 

Sermon for Sunday, January 9, 2022

The Appetites of Idolatry

Israel started out strong but never made it out of the wilderness. True disciples know that saving faith presses on to the end. 

Sermon for Sunday, January 2, 2022

 Sacramental Journey

The life of faith is challenging and filled with temptation, but God promises his sustaining presence every step of the way.