Tightening The Knot: Tighter Mission
by Pastor Chad Perceful on May 13th, 2025
Tightening the Knot: Building Stronger Relationships Through Shared PurposeIn a world filled with distractions, it's easy to lose sight of what truly matters in our relationships. We live in an era where a small rectangular device weighing less than half a pound can consume our attention and drain our cognitive resources, even when it's turned off or in another room. This constant pull away from t... Read More
Tightening The Knot: Tighter Communication
by Pastor Chad Perceful on May 6th, 2025
Love: The Foundation of All RelationshipsIn a world where relationships often seem fragile and fleeting, we're reminded of a timeless truth: love is the cornerstone of all meaningful connections. But what exactly is love, and how can we cultivate it in our lives?True love isn't just a feeling—it's a choice, an action, and a commitment. It's not the fleeting emotions portrayed in pop songs or roman... Read More
Tightening The Knot: Tighter Unity
by Pastor Chad Perceful on April 29th, 2025
Tightening the Knot: Reframing Our View of MarriageIn a world where divorce rates are high and commitment seems fleeting, it's time to take a fresh look at how we approach marriage. The statistics paint a sobering picture: 41% of first marriages end in divorce, with the numbers climbing even higher for subsequent marriages. But amidst these grim figures, there's hope. Stories of couples celebratin... Read More
Walking With Jesus: To Emmaus
by Pastor Chad Perceful on April 24th, 2025
The Road to Recognition: Finding Jesus in Our Everyday JourneyAs we celebrate Easter, we're reminded of the incredible truth that Jesus is alive. But how often do we truly recognize His presence in our daily lives? The story of the disciples on the road to Emmaus offers profound insights into this question and challenges us to look deeper.Picture two men, walking away from Jerusalem on that first ... Read More
Walking with Jesus: To Jerusalem
by Pastor Chad Perceful on April 16th, 2025
The Transformative Power of Truly Knowing JesusAs Palm Sunday approaches, we're reminded of a pivotal moment in history when Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a humble donkey. The streets were lined with cheering crowds, waving palm branches and shouting "Hosanna!" But beneath this jubilant scene lies a profound question that echoes through the ages: Do we truly know Jesus?This question isn't just a ma... Read More
Walking With Jesus: To Caesarea Philippi
by Pastor Chad Perceful on April 9th, 2025
Who Do You Say Jesus Is?Reflections on Faith and IdentityIn the bustling world we live in, filled with countless voices and conflicting truths, one question rises above the rest, demanding our attention and response: "Who do you say Jesus is?" This query, posed by Jesus himself to his disciples millennia ago, continues to challenge and inspire us today.Picture yourself standing in Caesarea Philipp... Read More
Walking with Jesus: To the Sea of Galilee
by Pastor Chad Perceful on March 26th, 2025
The Call to Sow: Spreading Seeds of FaithIn our journey of faith, we often encounter a simple yet profound calling: to go and tell others about the transformative power of Jesus Christ. This calling isn't reserved for a select few; it's extended to every follower of Christ, regardless of their background or perceived qualifications.The Great Commission, found in Matthew 28:18-20, serves as a corne... Read More
Walking with Jesus: To Capernaum
by Pastor Chad Perceful on March 12th, 2025
Walking with Jesus: Embracing the Extraordinary in the OrdinaryHave you ever felt inadequate in the face of God's call? Have you questioned whether you're "special" enough for God to use you? If so, you're not alone. Many of us struggle with these doubts, especially when we compare ourselves to biblical figures or modern-day spiritual leaders. But what if I told you that God specializes in using o... Read More
The Cost of Living
by Pastor Aimee Hall on March 4th, 2025
The Cost of Following Jesus: More Than Just a Free TrialIn a world where everything seems to come with a price tag, we often find ourselves longing for something that doesn't drain our wallets. From the rising cost of eggs to the sky-high housing prices, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the constant financial demands of modern life. But what about the cost of following Jesus? Is it just another ex... Read More
Pressing On
by Pastor Chad Perceful on February 26th, 2025
Pressing On: Finding Strength in Life's ChallengesLife has a way of throwing curveballs when we least expect them. We've all had those weeks where everything seems to go wrong, where we're barely keeping our heads above water. In these moments, it's easy to feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and ready to throw in the towel. But what if there was a way to press on, to persevere even when the road ahead l... Read More
Trust and Obey
by Pastor Chad Perceful on February 19th, 2025
Trust and Obey: Living a Life of Faithful StewardshipIn a world filled with reality TV shows and competitions, it's easy to get caught up in the drama of who's faithful and who's not. But what does it truly mean to be faithful in our everyday lives, especially in our relationship with God?The Parable of the Bags of Gold in Matthew 25 offers profound insights into this question. In this story, a ma... Read More
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