Join Sam and Greg as they discuss Sam's sermon from memorial day weekend, May 25, 2025.

Join Greg and Sam as they discussed Greg's sermon from Sunday May 18th, 2025.

Join Sam and Greg as the unpack Gregs sermon from Matthew chapter 19 this past weekend.

Join Greg and Sam as they recap Greg's sermon from Matthew 19on Sunday April 27th, 2025.

Join Taylor and Greg as they discuss the Easter Sunday message based on John 20, focusing on the resurrection of Jesus and the theme of "hiding in plain sight." They explore how Mary Magdalene initially failed to recognize the risen Jesus, highlighting the human tendency to miss the divine presence due to preconceived notions and logical limitations. They emphasize the transformative power of the resurrection, evidenced by changed lives and the willingness of the disciples to die for their faith. It also addresses the idea that Jesus offers complete forgiveness and redemption, regardless of one's past, and encourages believers to look beyond symptoms of sin to the root issues, finding true life and freedom in Christ. They conclude with a call to actively seek and recognize Jesus in everyday life, as He desires to be found and to bring new life to all.

Join Taylor and Gavin as they unpack the afterthoughts from Gavins sermon on April 13th, 2025.

This week, Greg and Sam discussed the practical teachings from Matthew 18:15-20 on handling conflict, emphasizing its universal relevance. Greg shared personal experiences, highlighting his growth in conflict resolution, particularly in his marriage, where he learned to prioritize reconciliation over being right. They explained the biblical process of addressing offenses, stressing the importance of direct, face-to-face communication rather than relying on electronic means. Greg warned against consensus-building, which can lead to further division, and underscored the necessity of forgiveness as a non-negotiable aspect of Christian life. They also touched on the importance of understanding the other person's perspective and moving towards resolution with a spirit of curiosity and humility.

Join Josh and Sam as they explore the parable from Matthew 18:10-14, where Jesus describes God as the good shepherd who leaves the 99 sheep to find the one that has gone astray. The focus is on the responsibility of the 99, the believers, to welcome back those who have wandered. Josh emphasizes the importance of aligning our hearts with God's passion for the lost and the wandering, urging us to actively engage and pray for those who are not yet part of the flock. He highlights the joy and privilege of participating in God's mission of reconciliation, drawing parallels to the parable of the prodigal son and encouraging the listeners to be ministers of reconciliation, celebrating when the lost are found.

In this weeks afterthought, Greg and Sam discuss Matthew 18:1-9, where Jesus used a child as an example to teach the disciples about true greatness in the kingdom of heaven. Jesus emphasized humility and warned against causing others to stumble, using strong language about the consequences of sin. Greg contrasts worldly success, characterized by achievement and self-promotion, with the kingdom's values of humility and service. He shares personal reflections on the challenges of maintaining humility as a pastor and the importance of focusing on Jesus rather than worldly metrics. The conversation also touches on the seriousness of sin and the reality of hell, encouraging believers to pursue a deeper relationship with Jesus and to live out their faith authentically.