Advent is a time for reflection and anticipation. We reflect on the first coming of Jesus that brought about a relief of sin and we anticipate the final coming that will bring about a relief from suffering.

Every person has felt the desire for contentment but it seems like a secret that we can't figure out. As Paul closes out his letter to the Philippian church he reminds them that contentment will come from their weakness and not their strength. It...

Many people struggle to develop their prayer life. It could be due to life situations and circumstances, poor teaching, over complication, etc. What if prayer had a simpler purpose? In Philippians 4 Paul teaches the Philippian church that prayer is...

Citizenship effects how we live. Knowing where our real home is will have a profound effect on the decisions we make and the direction our lives head. This is why the Apostle Paul makes it very clear to the Philippian church that followers of Jesus...

Guest preacher Mark Bourne preaches from Daniel 2, emphasizing the importance of Christians maintaining a Kingdom mindset.

What does it look like to have a vibrant and fulfilling relationship with Christ? Paul uses strong language to communicate to the Philippian church how important it is for Jesus to outshine every other part of our lives. To desire knowing Him above...

Whenever we are supposed to learn and grow it helps to have an example to look to for help and inspiration. Paul continues his letter to the Philippians reminding them that they have a responsibility to live their lives as a "picture of the...

As we mature and work out our salvation God will continue to work in our lives and mature us into who He is calling us to be. But that doesn't mean it is easy. Maturity takes intentionality and commitment.

Something changes in each person when they respond to the message of the cross. We are new creations in Christ...but what does that really mean? What difference does the Gospel make in our everyday lives? Philippians 2:5-11 is a call to adopt the...

Others first. It's a value we try to teach to our children and one we wish everyone around us lived by. The difficulty with the value is applying it to our own lives. As Paul continues his letter to the Philippian church he shifts his focus to...