If the Bible is correct, then you and I are far from accidental.
We have intrinsic value because we are made Imago Dei – in the Image of God.
And the truth is, you will never know who you are until you know who’s you are.
Your value, and the value of those around you, will never ultimately be found in the world’s eyes, but through God’s.
It’s our prayer that God will change how you see yourself, and change how you see everyone else around you.
He wants us to realize the priceless photos we come in contact with everyday, from the cradle to the grave and everywhere in between.
C.H. Spurgeon once said "A good character is the best tombstone. Those who loved you, and were helped by you, will remember you. So carve your name on hearts, and not on marble." How are you living your life? When it is all said and done...what will you have done with the talents and abilities God has given you? Key Passage: Matthew 25:14-30
In this message, Pastor Mike shares the secret to NOT having a boring Christian existence. Author Rick Warren has said "Jesus measured greatness in terms of service, not status. God determines your greatness by how many people you serve, not how many people serve you." Get inspired, as you learn what you were made for! Key Passage: Romans 12:11
Is the story of the virgin birth just that, a nice story we share at Christmas? Are there reasons to believe it actually happened? And does it really matter if it did or not? Join Pastor Mike as he presents a message entitled "The Birth That Changed Everything", looking at how the virgin birth is really a pivotal part of the salvation story. More than that, the baby in the manger came to change life as you know it. Message presented at Willow Park December 9, 2007.
When was the last time you took a risk for Jesus? I mean something that you could’ve totally failed at and made a fool out of yourself? To be honest, it’s probably been a long time when I did something that fit that category. So what is keeping us from taking more risks for Jesus? How can we address our fears and lack of faith in such a way that we become the kind of risk-taking, faith-stretching followers He’s looking for? Today, we will look at a woman in scripture who set aside her fears and embraced her faith in such a way that their lives were dramatically changed. And you will be challenged to step out of your comfort zone to experience what risky faith is all about!
Using Rembrandt's famous painting entitled "The Prodigal", Pastor Mark Burch unpacks what it means to find your way home to God. This is a powerful message for anyone who wonders whether they will be welcomed by God. Based on the Luke 15 story of the Prodigal Son
Sermon Notes
Is the story of the virgin birth just that, a nice story we share at Christmas? Are there reasons to believe it actually happened? And does it really matter if it did or not? Join Pastor Mike as he presents a message entitled "The Birth That Changed Everything", looking at how the virgin birth is really a pivotal part of the salvation story. More than that, the baby in the manger came to change life as you know it. Message presented at Willow Park December 9, 2007.
The Birth That Changed Everything - Message Notes
Risky Faith Message Notes
