Grown Back from the Stump (November 30, 2025)

Christmas can arrive wrapped in lights and joy while grief, loss, and the sense that this world is deeply broken remain close at hand. The Gospel of Mark opens with “the beginning of the gospel about Jesus Christ,” echoing creation itself and pressing an Advent question beneath all the decorations: What kind of beginning can Jesus bring to lives that do not feel whole?

The Man Behind the Fish (November 20, 2023)

As we look at the conclusion of Psalm 6 tonight, we explore how David emerges from deep despair even though things aren’t yet fully “right.”

Security Theater or Security (December 12, 2022)

Are we seeking real security at Christmas or just security theater?

Selfless Witness (October 30, 2022)

We want to share the life God has for us, but we must be willing to reject our own comfort. It’s not easy, and it sure isn’t comfortable. How do we become bolder about sharing Jesus?

When Mourning Becomes a Blessing (May 8, 2022)

Mothers mourn over children falling away, over ones they’ve outlived, over the ache of children they never had. That grief feels heavy for Mother’s Day, yet Jesus declares in Matthew 5:4, “Blessed are those who mourn.” How is it blessed to mourn?

Songs for Our Temple (Week 9: Psalms 25-27)

Join Pastor Tim on this uncertain week in our world, we turn to the next three Psalms, which remind of us God’s faithfulness to His people.

Songs for Our Temple (Week 8: Psalms 22-24)

Jim Krenning shares from Psalms 22-24 — some of the most familiar words in the Psalms — this week as we continue our exploration of the Psalms this year.

52 Verses, 52 Books, 52 Weeks (Week 40: 2 Chronicles)

This week, Pastor Tim turns to 2 Chronicles to think about what we learn from Kings David and Solomon on where we should put our confidence.