Big Idea:
God's Word gives families the wisdom we need to walk in love, listen well, and live for Him.

For Kids: Listening Is a Superpower
Proverbs 1:8–9
God says that listening to your parents is like wearing a crown or a gold necklace—it’s beautiful to Him. Listening means trusting and doing what’s right, even when it’s hard.

Talk about it together:

• What is one way you can listen and obey quickly this week?

• Why do you think God says listening to parents is wise and beautiful?

• Can you think of a time when listening to your parents really helped you?

Try repeating this simple truth as a family:
"When I listen to my parents, it pleases God."

For Parents: Don’t Give Up
Proverbs 3:11–12; 22:6
Parenting can feel exhausting, but your words and example are shaping more than behavior—you’re shaping souls. God sees your faithfulness. You’re not alone.

Talk about it together:

• Parents, where do you need God’s strength most right now?

• Kids, what’s one way you can show kindness or gratitude to your parents this week?

• As a family, how can you grow in grace and patience with one another?

Remember: You don’t have to be perfect—just present.

For the Whole Family: God’s Word Lights the Way
Proverbs 6:20–23
Life without wisdom is like walking through the house in the dark—you’re bound to trip over something. But God’s Word lights the path and shows us the way forward.

Try this as a family:
Turn off the lights and walk through a room with a flashlight. Then read Proverbs 6:23 and talk about how God’s wisdom helps us see clearly in life.

Family Prayer:
Jesus, thank You for our family. Help us love each other well, listen with joy, and walk in Your wisdom. Make our home full of Your light, truth, and grace. Amen.

Proverbs 9

In this sermon, we explore what it means to walk in wisdom with our finances. More than a budgeting lesson, this sermon challenges us to see money not as something to spend, but as something to steward for God’s glory and the good of others. We dive into the truths of Proverbs and the New Testament to understand how wise people give generously, save faithfully, work diligently, and live with eternity in mind. Discover how financial faithfulness can become an act of worship—and how Jesus, who gave everything for us, transforms how we give in return.

🚨 DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, ONLY A PORTION OF THIS SERMON IS AVAILABLE. 🚨

Today, we were grateful to have Chase Johnson preach from Proverbs 3:1–12, walking us through a powerful word on what it means to live in true peace—not through self-improvement, but by trusting in our Heavenly Father, who delights in us as His beloved children.
Message Title: The Fruit of Faithfulness

Main Point: True shalom (wholeness, health, and harmony) comes not through self-help but by trusting the God who calls us sons and daughters.
The Father’s Commands
We’re called to love God and neighbor—not as a way to earn favor, but because we’ve already been loved with hesed (steadfast, covenant love). The fruit? Peace, favor, and formation in love.
The Father’s Paths
Instead of leaning on our own understanding, we’re invited to trust God with our whole heart—mind, will, and emotions. Trusting Him leads to healing and refreshment, even when life throws curveballs.
The Father’s Provision
We don’t give because we have a lot; we give because we trust the One who provides. God’s wisdom teaches us to honor Him with our firstfruits—not out of guilt, but out of gratitude.
The Father’s Discipline
God’s correction isn’t punishment—it’s proof of His delight in us. He disciplines us because He loves us, like any good father would.
Chase reminded us:
“Your Father really loves you. His face is filled with joy and delight. Each morning and night, before and after your sin, He sees you with delight.”
Response Challenge:
This week, identify one small way you’ve experienced God’s love each day. Declare His steadfast love in the morning and His faithfulness at night (Psalm 92:1–2). Let that delight shape the way you live, love, and trust.
As we live out this wisdom together, may we bear the fruit of faithfulness—not by trying harder, but by resting deeper in our Father’s love.

Today, Curtis kicked off our new series in Proverbs with a message titled “The Beginning of Wisdom.” We explored Proverbs 1 and 9, where Scripture teaches that “the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.”

We learned that wisdom is more than knowledge or understanding—it’s the ability to discern the best course of action in the complexities of life. We clarified the difference between:

• Knowledge (facts),
• Understanding (insight into those facts), and
• Wisdom (applying understanding in real life with discernment).
  

1. Read a chapter of Proverbs each day. Match the chapter to the day of the month, and ask God for one piece of wisdom to apply in your life.
   
2. Learn from someone older in the faith. Ask them, “What have you learned about God through the challenges you’ve faced?” Let their insights help shape your journey of wisdom.
   

At the heart of wisdom is a healthy, reverent fear of God—a fear not rooted in terror, but in awe. It’s the fear of missing out on the life God invites us into. This kind of fear draws us near to Him, humbles us, and renews in us the posture of a learner.
We also looked at the life of King Solomon, who began his reign by asking God for wisdom. Though he started well, his story reminds us that wisdom must be continually pursued. When we drift from reverence for God, we also drift from the wisdom only He can give.
Jesus offers an invitation to walk with Him and learn “the unforced rhythms of grace” (Matthew 11:28–30). And James reminds us that if we lack wisdom, we simply need to ask—God gives it generously (James 1:5).
Two ways to respond this week:

Imagine the life you could experience if it were marked by God’s wisdom—freedom, joy, and confidence, even in the face of hard decisions and difficult people.
Let’s keep walking in wisdom together.

Big Idea:
You were created for more than singleness or marriage. You were created for union with God in Christ. That’s the core of your identity—not your relationship status.
Key Scriptures:

Genesis 1:26–28, 2:18

 1 Corinthians 7:17, 23, 25–31

 Matthew 22:30

 Revelation 19:6–7
Main Themes:
We’re Designed for Communion with God and Each Other
God created us for relationship: vertically with Him, and horizontally with others. Whether through marriage, friendship, or the church, we were never meant to walk alone.
Our Culture Tells a Small Story, God Tells a Bigger One
The world says romance completes us, but it’s a lie. No human relationship can fulfill our deepest longings. That ache we feel is for God Himself.
Marriage and Singleness Are Sacred Callings
Paul teaches in 1 Corinthians 7 that both marriage and singleness are holy opportunities for undivided devotion to Jesus. Neither is superior—both can be beautiful when lived for Christ.
Your Current Season Is Not a Waiting Room
Whether you’re married or single, your life is not on pause. Singleness is not “less than,” and marriage isn’t ultimate. Christ is. And He meets you right where you are.

Live Today in Light of THAT Day
Scripture begins with a wedding in a garden and ends with a wedding by a glassy sea (Rev. 19). That eternal union with Christ reframes how we live right now. Today is for devotion. That Day is our destination.
Reflection Questions:
What expectations am I placing on marriage or singleness that only union with Christ can fulfill?

• If I believed this season of life was a sacred calling, how would that change my priorities?
• How might living in light of That Day reshape the way I live today?

Let’s continue walking together with hope, joy, and purpose—lifting our eyes beyond the temporary and fixing our hearts on Jesus, the true Bridegroom.

Big Idea:

Jesus invites every mother, no matter her season or story, into His rest, His grace, and His heart.
From Matthew 11:28–30, we saw three things clearly:

Weary Mom, Jesus Sees You – Just like He met Hagar in the wilderness, Jesus meets you in your exhaustion and whispers, “I see you.”

Weary Mom, Jesus Isn’t Asking You to Carry It All – His yoke is light because He carries it with you. You were never meant to carry motherhood alone.

Weary Mom, Let Jesus Redefine “Rest” – Rest isn’t found in an empty schedule but in the presence of a Savior who replaces guilt with grace.

Weary Mom with Grown Children — Your season may have changed, but your role still matters. Your prayers, presence, and love still carry eternal weight.

Husbands and Fathers — You have the honor of encouraging, honoring, and pointing the mother of your children to Jesus daily. Your words and actions matter more than you know.

Summary:

This special Mother’s Day sermon isn’t about perfection or pressure—it’s about grace. Whether you’re in the chaos of raising young kids, walking through infertility or loss, parenting grown children, or carrying the invisible weight of guilt and exhaustion, this message is for you.

Rooted in Jesus’ words from Matthew 11:28–30 and the powerful story of Hagar in Genesis 16, we’re reminded that God sees every mother in every season—and He doesn’t ask her to carry it all alone. Instead, Jesus invites you to come to Him, to rest in His presence, and to be yoked to His strength, not your own.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re not doing enough, not measuring up, or barely holding it together, tune in and hear the good news: You are not alone. You are not invisible. You are deeply loved. And in Jesus, there is rest for your soul.

Let this message lift the weight, quiet the lies, and remind you of the One who carries you.

Big Idea
Every act of obedience glorifies God and affects eternity.
Understanding God’s Sovereignty & Our Responsibility

Opportunity: God sovereignly appoints opportunities for His purposes to unfold in and through us.

Obedience: Our responsibility is to respond faithfully in obedience to God's Word.

Outcome: The outcome rests in God's hands, and He ensures His plans are fulfilled perfectly, according to His perfect timing.

Obedience in Temptation Matters
From Song of Solomon 2:15, we saw how the "little foxes" of temptation can spoil what God is growing in our lives. Saying no—even to "small" sins and compromises—builds faithfulness and intimacy with God. Jesus conquered temptation so we can, too.
Obedience Reflects Our Love for Christ
Luke 16:10 reminded us that small acts of faithfulness shape big faith. Whether it’s forgiving someone or choosing God’s way in everyday life, our obedience flows from love, not obligation.
Grace Empowers Our Obedience
2 Corinthians 9:8 shows that God gives grace for every good work. You’re not left to obey in your own strength—God supplies what He calls you to do.
Obedience Leads to Freedom and Joy
1 John 5:3 says God’s commands aren’t burdensome—they’re life-giving. Obedience isn’t about restriction; it’s the path to the full, free life Jesus offers.
Our Obedience Is Part of God’s Bigger Story
Ephesians 2:10 reminded us that every act of faithfulness fits into God’s eternal plan. Even the ordinary moments matter. You're part of something much bigger than yourself.
Bottom Line
Obedience is a joyful, grace-empowered response to God’s love. It shapes your heart, brings life, and echoes into eternity.
Reflection Questions

Where in your life are you resisting obedience because it feels small, inconvenient, or costly—and what might God be inviting you to trust Him with instead?
How would your daily choices change if you truly believed that obedience leads not to burden, but to joy and freedom in Christ?

This Easter, we celebrated the life-changing truth that Jesus didn’t come to shame you or shut you out—He came to rescue you, give you life, and make you His. In a world where brokenness feels normal and God can seem distant, Romans 8 reminds us that there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.

We walked through how we are more broken than we realize, but how Jesus didn’t come to condemn us—He came to be condemned for us. He rose again not just to forgive us, but to be Lord over our lives. Easter isn’t just good news for religious people—it’s good news for anyone willing to surrender and trust in Jesus.

The invitation is clear: Jesus is Lord and Savior. Will you trust Him today?

Big Idea: There’s a war raging within us between our desire to follow God and the sin that still dwells in us, but Jesus is our victory!

Have you ever felt like you’re stuck in a spiritual tug-of-war—pulled between the person you want to be and the person you keep slipping back into? That’s exactly what Paul describes in Romans 7: the inner battle between our desire to follow God and the sin that still lingers within us.

This week’s message walks through the tension we all feel: wanting to do right but falling short, loving God but still battling sin. From being freed from the law through Christ’s death, to understanding the purpose of the law, to naming the very real war waging within our hearts—Romans 7 doesn’t hold back. But the chapter doesn’t end in despair. It ends in hope.

There’s victory—not in our own strength, but in Jesus Christ. He’s the one who rescues us from our mess, delivers us from our sin, and gives us the power to keep walking by the Spirit even when the battle rages on.

Whether you’re feeling stuck, tired, or defeated in your walk with God, this message reminds us that we don’t have to fight sin alone. Jesus has already won.