Hagar’s situation was desperate; pregnant and alone, she felt invisible, powerless and hopeless. This Sunday, we learn from from Genesis 16, and we will see how Hagar’s story reminds us that God sees us in our desperate situations as well.

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This week we look at Joseph, whose life was turbulent, but who also saw God work through his difficulty. This continues our series, Story: God’s Character Revealed.

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Does your Christian journey with God have seasons of uncertainty? Not only is that normal, but it is also spiritually healthy. That is where our trust in God is matured.

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Jesus is the perfect embodiment of the graciousness of God, and the perfect example of how to navigate the tension and between grace and truth.

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Backed up against the Red Sea with no escape, God delivered the Israelites from their enemies, showcasing God’s power. Pastor Heidi teaches from Exodus 14 and 15 where we see how their story reminds us that God wants to be our deliverer today.

This message is part 2 of our series Story: God’s Character Revealed

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On the banks of the Jordan, God proved his faithfulness to Joshua. Pastor Chad Billington & Kristy Short show this story gives us hope for today and reason to share our own stories. This begins our our new series, “Story: God’s Character Revealed.”

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While it is important to wonder, marvel, and be awestruck by God’s greatness and all He does, is it possible to wander from His main assignment for us in the world in doing so? What is God’s main mission for us? How can we keep the main mission the main mission?

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Have you wondered why the Magi brought three gifts? Pastor Chad explores the symbolism of these three gifts and how they invite us to respond to three facets of Jesus’ identity.

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What if the Christmas story was bigger than… Christmas? Nativities, Songs, Mangers – all of these are good. What if the messages of the angels point us to a bigger story that’s still being written? Continuing our Christmas series, let’s explore Wonder: the Unfolding Story

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Then the angels announced Jesus’ arrival to the shepherds, it was good news for all. The sign they gave them to look for was something no one was expecting. This Sunday Pastor Chad invites us to see lessons in God’s surprises, continuing our Christmas series, Wonder: Hear the Message of the Angels.

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