Understand the Infallible Basis of Your FaithSermon Series: Victorious LivingIntroduction:   Through the centuries the Christian faith has been mocked, criticized and the Bible relegated to the ash heap of civilization. The Bible has been banned, black listed, burned, banished, blasphemed, berated and blasted by a pathetic parade of political tyrants, atheistic dictators, humanistic philosophers, cultural icons and self-congratulating academics for centuries. But what if the Bible was not just a human book of clever stories concocted by Jesus’ followers? What if the critics are wrong? On what basis does the Bible claim to be the Word of God. Peter gives us some powerful insights to quiet the critics and assure the saints.

Be Sure of Your SalvationSermon Series: Victorious LivingIntroduction:  When Peter wrote his last letter, 2 Peter, he saw some ominous signs on the horizon. He wanted believers to be grounded in the truth and live fruitful lives while they await the return of Christ. In our post-modern, post-Christian America, we all need God’s absolute truth because everywhere else you turn is mush.

Be the person God meant you to beSermon Series: Victorious LivingIntroduction: : If you want to grow as a Christian, you need to know and believe that God has already given you all that you need to become all that He wants you to be... and all that you could ever hope to be. Last week we learned that accessing our new life in Christ and avoiding the corrupting impact of sin is dependent on claiming God’s promises. Today we will see what that new life looks like? What are the qualities that will increase in me as I live by God’s promises?

Unleash the Power of God’s PromisesSermon Series: Victorious LivingIntroduction: Today we begin the study of 2 Peter—a journey into a biblical warning zone. This will be a “buckle your seat belt” kind of series designed to keep you on the right road making progress toward your ultimate destination. But like any journey, there are amazing opportunities to claim and dangerous pitfalls to avoid.

Jesus Ask, “Do You Love Me?”Sermon Series: Believe

Introduction:  In todays passage we find Peter in a question and answer session with the Christ. There are many way that Jesus could have approached Peter at this famous breakfast encounter. But what Jesus actually did is a powerful lesson about His heart for proven failures and over confident disciples.

The Big CatchSermon Series: Believe

Introduction:  As we open John 21 we find the eleven disciples in Galilee pondering the posttraumatic grief of Jesus’ crucifixion and the post resurrection ecstasy of Jesus’ glorious resurrection. Their minds are reeling. Have you ever been confused about which way to go or felt unsure about your future and you said, “Now what? Now what?”

The Purpose of Jesus’ Life, Death and ResurrectionSermon Series: Believe

Introduction: The most unusual and captivating story ever told is the story of Jesus’ life, death and resurrection. Nothing comes even remotely close to the wonder, the grandeur or the epic proportion of the story of Jesus. Today we are going to look back on our study of the gospel of John and try to recapture some of the unique splendor and magnificence of the life of Christ as told by John.

The Transformation of ThomasSermon Series: Believe

Introduction: We live in a time of growing skepticism and our crumbling culture is making a fateful decision to intentionally blind itself to the truth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. Wel ive in the country of the spiritually blind! Does God leave room for skeptics and doubters to see the truth about His Son Jesus Christ? The answer is a resounding “Yes”. God is patient with spiritually blind and skeptical people. Today’s message about the disciple Thomas is a prime example.

Jesus: The Evidence of ResurrectionSermon Series: Believe

Introduction: In his gospel, John has been building up to the most climactic moment of Jesus’ earthly ministry. Today we are going to delve into the glorious resurrection of Christ. The biblical accounts of Christ’s death and resurrection stand as the most significant of all events in history...Lets find out why.

Jesus Finishes His WorkSermon Series: Believe

Introduction: The world is a troubled place filled with troubled people who constantly stir up more trouble. Sometimes we feel that evil is winning...But then along comes the message of the death and resurrection of Jesus to remind us that nothing could keep Him from conquering death itself. Lets take a deeper look today into John’s eyewitness account of the events that followed Jesus’ cruel death by crucifixion.