An important question we need to ask frequently in life is, “What’s the real root of the matter here?” Whether it be in navigating relationships, making business decisions, or making plans for the future. As we consider what it means for Jesus to be the True Vine, John wants us to understand the real root of the matter when it comes to life and faith… God causes growth in us when we make our home with Jesus. - Pastor Arek O'Connell

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We live in a world where we have, it seems, way too many choices. Do we choose this career or that career?  Do we live here or do we live there? At times it can feel overwhelming and we may feel lost in a sea of choices. In the midst of all these options, Jesus calls us to follow Him because He knows and is The Way to the Father. - Pastor Ron Kool

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We don’t like it when people ask for too much.  It just doesn’t seem right. They should be happy with what they have. But this morning we’re going to look at a story in which Jesus says that the problem with us sometimes is not that we ask for too much but that we don’t ask for enough.  We settle for too little and miss the important thing--Him. - Pastor Ron Kool

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Kirk Kingsley leads this week's class on the Spiritual Discipline of Silence and Solitude.

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Of all the animals we might want to be compared to, a sheep is probably the worst.  If you call me a tiger or a lion or a bear, I’m happy.  They’re strong, fast, tough.  Sheep, on the other hand, are weak and defenseless and not terribly bright.  Yet the Bible tells us over and over again that we are like sheep.  This morning we’ll think about what sheep might need in a good shepherd. - Pastor Ron Kool

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A belief that is very popular in our world is that there are multiple ways to find and connect with God. However, John is going to make it clear that there is really only one way in and one way out, through the door… and that door is Jesus. - Pastor Arek O'Connell

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Kristin Hileman leads the second part of "Evangelism and Sharing Your Story." In this Intro to Spiritual Disciplines class, you'll hear testimonies from 3 different women and how an act of sharing the gospel has had a generational impact.

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In a recent survey, over 50% of the adults responding admitted that they were afraid of the dark.  And they had good reasons—some said they were afraid of what can be hiding in the dark. Others pointed out that statistically more crimes happen in the dark.  The fact is, when it gets really dark, I think we all get afraid.  And that’s when we need to hear Jesus say, “I am the light of the world.” - Pastor Ron Kool

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When we think of Jesus, we tend to think of Him in one of two ways.  On the one hand, we see Him as the gentle shepherd, kind and compassionate.  On the other hand, we also see Him as God Almighty, controller of all creation. This morning we’ll look at a story that reminds us that Jesus is both of these things—all the time. - Pastor Ron Kool

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Pastor Arek O'Connell discusses Evangelism and the importance of Sharing Your Story at Hillside's Intro to Spiritual Disciplines class.

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