Main Idea: Humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God as you follow Christ in suffering. How can you humble yourself under the mighty hand of God?1 Peter 5:6–7 Why must you...

Rejoice in the confirmation (12–14) Recognize the real danger (15–18) Remain faith-full (19) ...

Three preparations for persecution that bring peace inwardly and proclaim hope outwardly. Be prepared to suffer for righteousness’ sake. Be prepared to defend your hope. Prepare your...

Big idea: Christlike submission to authority is honorable in the world, and will glorify Christ when he returns. Focus on the goal Think submission more than obedience. Thi...

Big idea: Three descriptions of a Christian with the right mindset about suffering Joy is focusedMatthew 5:10–12 Grief is focusedJohn...

"Everything is fine. I’ve got it all together. Can’t you see how great my life is? How happy and smart my kids are? Even my food is beautiful!" Or how about this one: "Everything is terrible. The worl...

Big Idea: Be ready for the second coming of Jesus Christ by being certain and being watchful. Be certain about the second coming of Jesus Christ. 1 Peter 4:10 Romans 8...

Big Idea: Take courage, at the second coming of Christ redemption possessed will be redemption fully realized. Context Where does this fit on the timeline of the end times/ How does th...

Main Idea: Endure the world for the sake of your Lord.Five refrains for the Lord to endure five pains from the world: False saviors… I will not be led astray (v. 8) Terrors of war… I wi...

The Entrance of Death Genesis 2:7 Romans 5:12 Mark 16:2–7 The Entrance of the Resurrection Romans 5:10–11 The Completion ...

Big idea: Jesus paints a contrast between false proud outward piety, and true humble inward piety. Avoid the influence and example of false proud outward piety (20:45–47). Si...

Big Idea: Christ has been, is, and will always be preeminent. Love it and flourish, or fight it and wither. How Christ has been preeminent How Christ will be preeminent  ...

Big Idea: Submit every part of your life to Christ as Son of God and Son of Man The Dilemma Raised The Doctrine Delivered The Old Testament clearly recognizes the suprem...

Here are our Covid-19 Gathering Guidelines! This document answers questions such as:  Can I just show up at church on Sunday morning?What happens when I go to church? What about communion and offering? ...

Big Idea: Seek and trust God the Father and Jesus his Son, and you will be sons of the resurrection. The Challenge to the Resurrection A sample of OT teaching on the resurre...

Discipling is a team sport. Being a Christian is not primarily an individualistic thing. Just as you would never try to win a soccer match or a football game by yourself, ultimately being built up into the likeness of Christ is not something you c...

Big idea: While living in two kingdoms, be sure to give God his due. The Refusal to Give God His Due Partnership with political and moral enemies Seeking to destroy Jesus Refusal t...

Big Idea: Either you will build your lives upon Jesus as your cornerstone, or you will be crushed by him. The Parable as a History of Israel Israel’s History with the ProphetsIsrael’s Rejection of...

Big Idea: Submit to Jesus’ authority as the King from heaven or be exposed as a false authority. The King’s Authority Questioned (1–2) The King’s Question of “A...

Big Idea: Absorb what drives Jesus’ grief and anger to experience true peace and pure worship Jesus’ Grief John 11:35 What made Jesus sob and wail? Jesus’...

On March 7, four Sundays from now, we are excited to return to having two 75-minute services at 8:30am and 10:30am! We will still require face coverings, and livestream the second service. Childcare will also expand through second grade....