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Before Sunday’s Doors Open

January 6, 2026

Ministry does not begin when the service starts; it begins with the quiet choices made long before anyone arrives. If a leader prepares the content but neglects the soul, Sunday may be busy, but it will not be successful.…

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Story

January 1, 2026

The Bible is often read in pieces, but it was written as one story. Tracing the singular story of Scripture from creation to commission reveals how every page points to Jesus Christ.…

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Hermeneutics (Course Overview)

December 30, 2025

God did not give His Word so His people would remain confused or dependent on others to understand it. He gave Scripture to be read, understood, trusted, and obeyed. Hermeneutics provides a clear path forward, one that replaces fear with confidence and confusion with clarity.…

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Self-Control When No One’s Watching

December 30, 2025

We live in a world that says, “Do what feels right.” But the Holy Spirit gives us the strength to say “no” to what pulls us away from God and “yes” to what draws us closer.…

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Gentleness Is Not Weakness

December 23, 2025

The loudest voice isn’t always the strongest one. The Holy Spirit develops gentleness in us—not as weakness, but as strength that’s been surrendered to God.…

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2026 Sermons

December 18, 2025

In 2026, we will spend the year walking through the Gospel of Luke, tracing how Jesus seeks the lost and calls ordinary people into faithful, obedient lives. Along the way, we will pause in the Psalms during the summer as a timely stop to learn how to bring every season of life before God in honest, trusting worship.…

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Goodness That Refuses to Compromise

December 18, 2025

When everyone else bends the truth, goodness stands up straight. The Holy Spirit gives us the courage to do what’s right, even when it’s hard, inconvenient, or unpopular.…

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The Mess of Ministry Is Proof of Productivity

December 16, 2025

Ministry is rarely tidy, but it is often fruitful. The mess we carry is not a sign of failure, but evidence that God is at work.…

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Faithfulness That Stays When Others Walk Away

December 11, 2025

People are quick to make promises, but slow to keep them. Faithfulness is rare, but it’s exactly what the Holy Spirit builds in us when we stay rooted in God.…

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It’s the Most Wearisome Time of the Year

December 9, 2025

Christmas is called the most wonderful time of the year, yet many of us feel more worn out than lifted up. Here is how the Savior meets weary people with real rest.…

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Don’t Mail Ministry In

December 8, 2025

It is possible to serve God with your hands while your heart drifts into autopilot. Before you mail ministry in, take a moment to remember why faithfulness still matters.…

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Kindness in a Culture of Cruelty

December 4, 2025

Kindness isn’t just about being nice; it’s about being intentional. The Holy Spirit grows kindness in us so that our lives can reflect the compassion of Christ in practical ways.…

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