Pastor Sean Doughtie | April 6, 2025

Paul’s letter to Philemon is personal appeal for forgiveness and reconciliation between Philemon, a Christian slaveholder, and Onesimus, his runaway slave who’s now a fellow believer. Rather than leaning on authority, Paul speaks as a friend — calling on Philemon to receive Onesimus, not as a slave, but as a brother. This short letter is an example of gospel transformation — showing how love, grace, and shared identity in Christ can break down social barriers. It challenges all believers to embody the gospel through forgiveness, reconciliation and radical unity. 

Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 30, 2025

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Titus 3. This chapter emphasizes that Christians should live lives marked by visible kindness, good works, and respectful behavior in the public square, not to earn salvation, but as a response to God's grace. Believers are reminded to be gentle, obedient, and ready to serve others, because they too were once lost and only saved through God’s mercy, not their own merit. Ultimately, our conduct—how we speak, act, and serve—should testify that God is good and his word is true, making even simple greetings an opportunity to reflect Christ.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 23, 2025

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Titus 2. This chapter emphasizes that a strong church requires healthy households where all members—older men, older women, young women, and young men—live in alignment with sound doctrine through their actions. Paul contrasts the behavior of unfit teachers in the Cretan church with the example Titus should set, teaching that faith and works go hand in hand, and genuine faith produces a distinct, godly life. The Christian life should be a testimony to the truth of the gospel, with one's actions matching their beliefs to give credibility to their words and strengthen the church's witness to the world.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 16, 2025

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Titus 1. This chapter stresses that church leaders must be morally upright, self-disciplined, and well-versed in scripture, contrasting good leaders with bad ones who promote myths or cultural deception. Ultimately, Paul urges Titus and the church to uphold purity in leadership and teaching, highlighting that the integrity of church leaders shapes the spiritual health of the community.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 9, 2025

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Timothy 4. This chapter urges Timothy to preach the Word with urgency, as Jesus will return to judge the living and the dead. The chapter also highlights the personal aspects of discipleship, showing that failures can be redeemed and that Christ remains faithful through it all. Paul concludes with a message of forgiveness, confidence in Christ, and the reminder that God's grace and presence are with us, giving us strength in our daily lives.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | March 2, 2025

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Timothy 3. This chapter warns that in the "last days," sin and deception will increase, particularly within the church, leading to a "falling away" as people become lovers of themselves, money, and pleasure. He contrasts those enslaved to the enemy with those faithful to Christ, encouraging believers to embrace godly examples, continue learning, and grow in Scripture. Paul emphasizes the importance of God's Word for teaching, correcting, and training, as it equips believers for maturity in Christ. The man of God is complete and equipped for every good work as he commits to regular Bible reading, prayer, and application.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 23, 2025

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Timothy 2. This chapter uses metaphors to emphasize the importance of faithfulness, strength, and suffering in Christian living. Paul encourages Timothy to be strengthened by God's grace, participate in teaching, and share in suffering, offering metaphors like soldier, athlete, and farmer to highlight dedication, faithfulness, and longevity. Paul also emphasizes the metaphors of workmen, vessels, and servants to give believers a picture of what it looks like to follow Jesus.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 16, 2025

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 2 Timothy 1. This chapter emphasizes the importance of remembering one's calling and the gift of the Holy Spirit to persevere in ministry, even through suffering. Paul encourages Timothy to fan into flame the Spirit within him, reminding him that the strength of love, power, and self-control will fuel faithful service. The letter calls believers, both older and younger, to gratitude, reflection, and encouraging one another in the walk of faith.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 9, 2025

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Timothy 6. This chapter addresses how Christians, particularly bondservants, should live with faithfulness in their roles, maintaining the reputation of God and promoting the gospel, despite their circumstances. He warns against the dangers of leaders who self-promote, sow discord, and exploit others for financial gain, advocating for contentment and godliness instead. Paul concludes by urging Timothy to guard the truth and avoid the pitfalls of false knowledge.

Pastor Marshall Ochs | February 2, 2025

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from 1 Timothy 5. This chapter focuses on healthy, respectful relationships within the church family, emphasizing honor, purity, and mutual encouragement. He outlines how widows should be cared for, distinguishing between true widows who are dedicated to God and younger women who may still desire to remarry, while also offering guidance on how to care for church leaders, urging fairness and patience in leadership decisions. Ultimately, Paul is advocating for a church that is a beautiful, attractive reflection of God’s household, one that stands apart from the world through its care for widows, integrity in leadership, and purity in relationships.