In this message, Pastor Chris talks about the necessity of passing our faith on to the next generation. He explains that without personal experiences with God there will be nothing to pass on. David realized that the heart of God is to share with the next generation in an authentic, loving way. Psalm 145 tells us that sharing our God stories will help us to see God in a richer fuller way and will encourage God’s people. Finally, one generation experiences the goodness of the Lord, and the next generation responds to their testimony.
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 19: “Witches, Dying Well & Lament” (1 Samuel 28,31 & 2 Samuel 1)
May 16, 2021, Series: "Lessons from Three Kings," Week 19: “Witches, Dying Well & Lament” (1 Samuel 28,31 & 2 Samuel 1) In this message Pastor Andrew talks about where you go for guidance in crisis, the idea of a good death & the power of lament to help to deepen our hearts & character.
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 18: “Hannah - Faithfulness in Steadfast Prayer” (1 Samuel 1-2) - Alyssa Read
“Hannah - Faithfulness in Steadfast Prayer” (1 Samuel 1-2) - Alyssa Read
In this Mother’s Day message, Alyssa Read speaks on the faithfulness of Hannah and the ways our character can be shaped by prayer. Even through opposition, evil and turmoil, our call is the same: to remain faithful, steadfast, and trust a God who remembers His people. May we also grow to be sincere people of remembrance who walk alongside people well in painful seasons.
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 17: “David finding his way back to Strength, Compassion & Generosity” (1 Samuel 27 & 30)
May 2, 2021, Series: "Lessons from Three Kings," Week 17: “David finding his way back to Strength, Compassion & Generosity” (1 Samuel 27 & 30) In this message Pastor Andrew talks about compassion and generosity flow out of a heart that finds it’s strength in the Lord. It is critical for us when our external world is falling apart to retreat to our inner world with Jesus and be strengthened by Him. In that place of seeking Him, we will find our true identity and increased faith.
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 16: “Sparing Saul & Trusting God's Timing” (1 Samuel 24-26)
April 25, 2021, Series: "Lessons from Three Kings," Week 16: “Sparing Saul & Trusting God's Timing” (1 Samuel 24-26) In this message Pastor Andrew talks about the lessons that we learn through overcoming temptation. As David learns to trust God's timing, we are also learning to not try to "make God's plans happen," but wait for God's intervention.
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 15: “Running, delays, lying, then some dying.” (1 Samuel 21-22)
April 18, 2021, Series: "Lessons from Three Kings," Week 15: “Running, delays, lying, then some dying.” (1 Samuel 21-22) In this message Pastor Andrew takes us to five locations where David is on the run from Saul. There are three principles of how to live that we see from how David lived and led during that season.
"Lessons from Three Kings," “Psalm 1.”
Week 14: “Psalm 1.” In this message Phil & JJ share insights on the first chapter of the book of Psalms.
Easter Sunday 2021 “Thomas and a Healthy Doubt” (John 20)
“Thomas and a Healthy Doubt” (John 20). In this message Pastor Andrew talks about the importance of asking good honest questions about Jesus and Faith. As Thomas was known to be a "doubter," we also see that his doubt made his faith stronger and He did great & courageous things in sharing the gospel in the Far East.
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 14: “Loyal Love” (1 Sam. 19,20).
March 28, 2021, Series: "Lessons from Three Kings," Week 13: “Loyal Love” (1 Sam. 19,20).. In this message Pastor Andrew talks about four expressions of loyal love through Saul, Michal, Samuel & Jonathan. We also look at 5 ways we can be committed in our friendships.
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 12: “Saul and Jealousy” (1 Sam. 18).
In this message Pastor Andrew talks about the growing fear and jealousy of Saul which leads him to an insecure place of attempting to kill David. It is important to examine our own hearts to see if there is any toxic jealousy that needs to be flushed away by reinforcing our true identity and walking in honor.
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 11: “David & Slaying Giants” (1 Sam. 17).
In this message Pastor Andrew takes us through the familiar account of David & Goliath. As we see David’s faith we will be reminded that focusing on past victories will lead to faith today, while focus on past defeats leads to the trap of fear.
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 10: “David is Anointed & Activated ” (1 Sam. 16).
In this message Pastor Andrew talks the power of honor as we encounter others and have an opportunity to see a shift in someone's identity. We will see the intention of God in shaping a leader as David is placed in the palace and mention three things from Psalms that David did to cultivate his heart for the Lord.
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 9: “Saul’s Obedience Meltdown ” (1 Sam. 15).
In this message Pastor Andrew talks about 5 things that are uncovered in our lives when we fail to obey the Lord. We are asking God to examine our hearts and adjust where we have been “selectively obedient.”
A Sneak Peak of King David, Psalm 139 - Kathryn Redman
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 7: “Saul & hurtful Words ” (1 Sam. 14:25-46, Prov. 12:18).
In this message Pastor Andrew talks about pride as the source of reckless and hurtful words. Saul provides an example of the destruction that happens when you don’t guard your words.
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 6: “Jonathan and living vertically inclined ” (1 Sam. 14:1-24).
In this message Pastor Andrew talks about four ways to be vertically inclined and engage life ahead of us.
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 5: “King Saul & forfeiting victories in Fear ” (1 Sam. 13)
In this message Pastor Andrew talks about fighting fear as we look at how not to react when you are afraid from Saul. The lesson of waiting on the Lord for His provision is a powerful reminder for us. We talk about 7 ways to fight back in our battles against fear.
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 4: “Samuel & Intercessory Prayer” (1 Sam. 12, 1 Tim 2:1-8).
In this message Pastor Andrew looks at the transition of leadership from Samuel & Saul, and the call to pray for others.
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 3: “Saul & Spiritual Leadership” (1 Sam. 11)
In this message Pastor Andrew looks at the installation of Israel’s first King. King Saul models some good leadership that we can learn from.
"Lessons from Three Kings," Week 2: “God uses insecure people to do great things” (1 Sam. 10:22; Isaiah 26:3).
In this message Pastor Andrew looks at 1 Samuel 8-10. We see a “donkey wrangler” who is chosen as the first king of Israel. This is a word of encouragement that reminds us that when God calls us to something, he will do the internal work in us and provide supernatural power and gifting to accomplish it.