First Presbyterian Pine City

Have you ever thought, “By now, I thought I’d be further along”? - Further in faith. Further from old habits. Better at loving people. Better at following Jesus.

Spiritual growth can be frustrating. It doesn’t always happen on our schedule - or the way we expect.

But what if the hard, ordinary moments of life are exactly where God is at work?

In this message, we explore why growth matters, why we don’t grow alone, and why following Jesus is worth everything.

Growth happens. Don’t give up.

Where do you need healing - and how long have you been waiting? What do you do when you’ve tried everything and nothing seems to change? And what if the part of your story you’re most afraid to share is the very place Jesus wants to meet you? Listen in as we continue with part two of our series, "Stuff Happens."

We live with an illusion that we're in control, but then stuff happens and we wonder, "Where is God in all of this?" This message is the first in our Stuff Happens series where we explore the familiar promise from Romans 8:28 and discover why it offers something better than the assurance that everything will work out.

Our character defines our greatness. Sure, we may know people who are “great at” something. But when we think of truly great people, it is their character… their willingness to love unconditionally or give generously… their willingness to do the right thing at all costs… that makes them great. Yet, there is a very real tension, a conflict of interest, in making decisions that may sacrifice who we want to be in order to get where we want to go. Those tests are not easy to pass. But when you hear those stories of people that choose character over accomplishments, you automatically recognize greatness.

Some people are great at doing something or making something. And then there are others who are simply… great. But is greatness something that you’re born with or is it possible to acquire greatness? Can you choose to be great? In this message, we learn from the parable of the good Samaritan that true greatness is a choice to step up and actually do something to help someone else.

We all know about Jesus as Savior, but there's a title he claimed for himself that goes far beyond that, and it's a title that calls us to more than just asking Jesus to forgive us. In this message we look at the significance of Jesus as God's final king.

One of the most unexpected ways God has revealed himself to humanity is as a sacrifice. We trace the image of a scarlet thread through the Bible that begins in the Garden of Eden and ends at the cross as we ask: "Who will deal with your sin?"

What do we do when life feels out of control? Genesis 1 introduces us to the Creator who brings order out of chaos, calls his world good, and invites us to rest under his reign. Discover why these ancient words still bring hope to our chaotic world—and to our hearts.

Every day you make about 35,000 decisions. Most are small — what to eat, what to wear. But some aren't. Should I take this job? End this relationship? Say yes to this proposal?

Left on our own, none of us really has what it takes to navigate those calls. But here's the good news: our God is a guide.

In this message, we dig into what it actually means to be led by God — including the myths that trip people up along the way.

We all have a passion for justice and a desire to see injustice punished. How does this relate to the fact that God is a judge? Is that good news for us? And what does that mean for our everyday life? Find out as we continue our series, Only a God Like You.