Why do we "go to church"?  Is it to enjoy good music?  Is it to feel socially engaged?  Is it to receive inspiration?  Is it to be a part of a "cause"?  While all these things may be involved in what we do, is there a clear, biblical definition of why we gather together as a group of "Christians"?  Start off the New Year with a miniseries which will build a foundation for why we "go to church". 

Taken from: 1 Corinthians 15:1-3

 What is the primary purpose of God's people when we gather together?  While we learned that we can't enter into God's purpose without going through the door of the Gospel, once we're in, what next?  Tune in to hear what matters most when we meet as a congregation. 

Taken from: Psalm 57:5-11

Did you know that angels are very interested in what happens to mankind?  They have seen a lot since their creation.  Why is there so much excitement when they announce the birth of the Savior?  Tune in to hear, not only the message of the angels, but the reason for their praise. 

Taken from: Luke 2:8-14

 We all have memories of joyful Christmas experiences.  Most of these are rooted in family, friends, festivities, and fun.  However, what happens when our circumstances are anything but pleasant?  Can we still find joy this Christmas season?  Tune in to experience the shepherds' not-rooted-in-external-circumstances joy! 

Taken from: Luke 2:8-12

 Can we trust God's Word?  How do we know that God will fulfill the things that He says are yet to come?  In this message you'll discover how the birth of Jesus Christ shows us the supernatural nature of God's Word and how we can trust Him for our future. 

Taken from: Isaiah 9:1-7

 Did you know that there is a good faith and a bad faith?  It's possible to have all the right beliefs, yet be an enemy of God.  In this encouraging message of hope for the wanderers of this world, you'll see the contrast of faith between the Magi, aka the wise men, and King Herod, aka the wise guy. 
Taken from:  Matthew 2:1-12

 Elder Bill Neal shares with us how we are called to be salt and light in the world.
TAKEN FROM: Matthew 5:13-16

Imagine your life was being recorded for others to witness.  How would you live?  Paul reminds the Corinthians that the people of Israel were recorded in history for the church to learn.  When they were faced with temptation, how did they handle it?  How can we learn from them about what to do, and what NOT to do when we are taken by temptation?
TAKEN FROM: https://www.dodgevilleffc.com/sermons/taken-by-temptation/

 Running is one of the oldest sports known to man.  Today there are Olympic runners.  In Paul's day, Corinth hosted the Isthmian games, which included running.  Paul compares the Christian life to running a race.  What does that mean?  What does that not mean?  How are we running? 
TAKEN FROM: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

 Paul's experience on Damascus road radically changed his life.  He became a new man with a new purpose.  He was so centered on his God-given purpose, that he was willing to deny certain rights he had in order to further the Gospel.  In this message, you'll be challenged to ask yourself, "Am I living a life of nicety, or necessity?" 
TAKEN FROM: 1 Corinthians 9:1-18