What does it mean to be new in Christ? How do we set our minds on things above? What are the things that so often get our reaction that aren't point? This week Pastor Derrick unpacks this powerful scripture and shares a real story of one man's journey to focusing on the things above. You don't want to miss this message!

Through this study on Colossians, we're digging deeper into a verse by verse look at what Paul was trying to communicate to his original audience and to us today. This week we dive into Colossians 2:16-23 and learn the difference between legalism and mysticism and their shortcomings. We'll also come face to face with what it means to be complete in Christ.

As Paul continues his letter to this young church, he steps away from the problem and focuses on the solution. He brings them face to face with the very answer to the dilemmas they face in life. The only name that can really change anything in life is the name of Jesus. Listen as Pastor Derrick unpacks the power of this message and read along in your own bible in Colossians 2!

This week Pastor Derrick walks us through Colossians 1 in an effort to help us better understand who Jesus is and why he came. The theme this morning is to keep the main thing the main thing. Who, or what, is your main thing? Open your bible to Colossians 1:15 and follow along as we unpack some key nuggets of teaching found in Paul's letter. We'll address topics like who is Jesus. This is what we call "Christology." We'll look at the basics of "theology" or the study of God. We'll look at bible verses from Old and New Testaments to show us that Jesus is not just a man but also the true, Son of God.

This week son of the congregation, Ben Prohl, who's at seminary studying to be a pastor led worship. He did a fantastic job unpacking the Lord's Prayer. If you've ever said the words but were unsure of their meaning or just want to hear another take on this powerful prayer of Jesus - give this message a listen!

Through our summer months we'll be journeying through the book of Colossians. This week we dove into chapter one and saw the intent behind the letter. Listen as Pastor Derrick shares some key insights and truths found in this powerful book!

When we look at the life of a follower of Christ, we are forced to look at the way we show our faith. Which fruits of the spirit are the hardest for you? Which are the easiest? This week we dove into Galatians and learned that when we show the fruits of the spirit we're really living the life that Jesus lived.

This week Pastor Derrick was on vacation so one of our elders took on the task of preaching. Mark did an excellent job showing us how in Christ we are renewed to lead a different kind of life. Listen and see how God seeks to renew you!

When life throws us all kinds of hurdles, we must remember that it's not our strength or might or power that conquers. It's our God who overcomes. Our God overcomes our fears, our failures, our shortcomings, our anxiety. He simply overcomes. But not only these, he also overcame the greatest giant we ever will face - sin. Listen as Pastor Derrick shares a special VBS wrap up message.

In a world where spirits are spooky and ghosts are for Halloween, sometimes it's good to see a positive use of things spiritual. This week Pastor Derrick shares the power of the spirit but reminds not to seek the power when we have access to the person of the Holy Spirit!