Explore the destructive power of envy in our lives and relationships in this eye-opening sermon from Good News Church. Drawing from the biblical story of Cain and Abel, discover how envy can creep into even the most sacred moments of our lives, damaging our connections with others and hindering our spiritual growth. Learn practical strategies to combat envy, embrace contentment, and cultivate a mindset of abundance rather than scarcity. This thought-provoking message offers insights on how to break free from the comparison trap, find satisfaction in God's provision, and foster genuine love for others. Whether you're spiritually curious or a long-time believer, this sermon provides valuable wisdom for anyone seeking to improve their relationships and find greater peace in their personal journey.

Explore the often-overlooked vice of vainglory in this thought-provoking sermon from Good News Church. Delving into the biblical story of the Tower of Babel, this message unpacks how our desperate need for approval and recognition can become a toxic force in our lives. Learn the subtle differences between pride and vainglory, and discover how this ancient concept is more relevant than ever in our social media-driven world. The sermon offers practical insights on how to find true self-worth beyond likes and follows, and how to live for God's approval rather than human praise. Whether you're struggling with the pressure to perform or simply seeking a more authentic life, this message provides valuable wisdom for navigating the challenges of seeking significance in today's world.

On October 30th Pastor Sam shared an update on the vision of  Good News Church, followed by a Q & A with the elder board. 

This week we are turning to the next core value: selfless learning. 

This week we will be engaging with the topic of Flexible Hospitality as one of our core values, and we will look at what it means to welcome people the way that Jesus has welcomed us.

This week as we work through our core values series, we are looking at what it means for us to be a generationally faithful church. This is a profoundly important but also incredibly tender message and I'd invite you to join me in praying for grace, honesty, and God's healing love.

This week we begin a new series exploring five core values that permeate the culture of Good News. Think about these as family traits passed down, which regularly appear regardless of the circumstances. The setting might be different, and the clothing might change, but the family resemblance shines through.

We will start this week by engaging with the value that shows up most clearly in our worship: what we are calling Approachable Transcendence.

This week we are going to engage with the idea that often, people tend to see the faults in others but are unwilling to see the faults in their own life.

"Why does God let people suffer? Why does it feel like God doesn't care about the deep pain I am experiencing? Where was God when I was going through ________"

If you haven't honestly asked any of these questions, my guess is that one day you will. I certainly have, and I imagine I will ask them in the future. These questions have rocked and even shattered the faiths of many, and they deserve to be answered with care. Come worship with us this Sunday where we will look at a story where God enters into tragedy with hope and redemption.

This week we will be engaging with the question: how should/would the church welcome transgender people? Many of you are probably just hoping for some biblical light to be shed on a suddenly front-page topic. But for some of you, this hits closer to home, as you or someone you love have struggled with questions of gender and sexuality. I hope it will be a time of careful and gracious engagement with Jesus for all of us.