Grace Messages

This week, in a continuing effort to disillusion us from that thought that we might find anything in this life, apart from God, that may satisfy us and give us meaning, Solomon introduces his own personal investigations. Solomon describes his deep and thorough investigation of life and what it has to offer, and then will walk us through seven “dead-end streets” over the course of the next few weeks.

Preached: 10/6/2019

As we begin chapter 1 of Ecclesiastes this morning, Solomon begins to strategically disillusion each one of us from the things of this world. In today’s section, we will see the apparent transitory nature of our lives in comparison to the created world around us. Do our lives have lasting meaning and purpose OR are they just meaningless? In comparison to the steady and predictable patterns of nature, it is hard to tell from a simply human perspective. The answer of course is that our lives do have meaning, and can have lasting value (i.e., profit) but our lives must find their meaning and purpose in the ONE who establishes the orderly creation we can observe.

Preached: 9/29/2019

This morning we introduce the Book of Ecclesiastes. One commentator wrote that “there may be less agreement about the interpretation of Ecclesiastes than there is about any other biblical book, even the Revelation of John!” Written by a man who had everything, Ecclesiastes provides a raw and unfiltered view of life on earth. It recognizes the apparent futility in everything on earth, and yet the author finds a silver lining for our lives here. That silver lining is found in relationship with our Creator, enjoying Him over and above any specific outcome that we might seek. Joy, fulfillment, meaning, and purpose are NOT found in any type of success or human experience, but rather is found in fellowship with the Lord.

Preached: 9/22/2019

This morning, as we continue to look at the wives’ role in marriage, we will consider another key word in Peter’s writings - ADORN. The word “adorn” means “to order” or “to arrange.” It speaks of what wives focus on and how they arrange or order their lives. As with submission, the focus for wives is always on their internal spiritual lives and response to the Lord, rather than their reaction to their own husbands. Join us for the final message in this Biblical Marriage series.

Preached: 9/8/2019

This morning we look at one of the six letter curse words in the Bible – SUBMIT. At least, this is the way much of our culture, both Christian and non-Christian, view this word. It is unfortunate, because in context, this word describes a Spirit-filled woman. So, what does submission mean, and why is it so important to the success of a marriage relationship? Join us, as we consider this very important question the next two weeks.

Preached: 9/1/2019

This morning, as we continue to consider the role of the husband in marriage, it is vitally important for husbands to STOP trying (in their own strength) to be a good husband and START trusting (in the Lord) to be a biblical husband. Many well-meaning husbands try very hard to be a good husband, and yet this is NOT the biblical prescription. What is the biblical prescription? Let’s continue to consider the Scriptures…

Preached: 8/25/2019

When we consider the roles of husbands and wives, many times we ignore the very tools that God provides for our success. This morning, as we consider the role of the husband in marriage, it is vitally important for husbands to STOP trying (in their own strength) and START trusting (in the Lord). Many well-meaning husbands try very hard to be a good husband, and yet this is NOT the biblical prescription. What is the biblical prescription? Let’s consider the Scriptures… Preached: 8/18/2019

The decision to get married is one of the most important decisions that a person will make in his or her lifetime. Next to the decision to put your faith in Jesus Christ and His finished work for salvation is the decision of WHO you will marry. So, how do you look for a spouse and what are you looking for? This morning, we continue the conversation we began last week in hopes to be better prepared to make this HUGE life decision.

Preached: 8/11/2019

The decision to get married is one of the most important decisions that a person will make in his or her lifetime. Next to the decision to put your faith in Jesus Christ and His finished work for salvation is the decision of WHO you will marry. So, how do you look for a spouse and what are you looking for? This morning and next week we will consider these questions?