Sermons from May 2017

The Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:1-23)

May 28, 2017Passage:  Matthew 13:1-23Speaker:  Rodney DeJagerMain Point:  Your reception of God’s word is determined by the condition of your heart. I. The path.  (v 19)         A. The path represents a hard heart.         B. This heart is filled with confusion.  (Ephesians 5:15-17) II. The rocky soil. (v 20-21)         A. The rocky soil represents a shallow…

Living For God Is Worth It (Psalm 73)

May 21, 2017Passage:  Psalm 73Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  Live now in light of eternity. I. Evil triumphs too often.  (v 1-12)            A. Asaph reveals his struggle.            B. Wicked people seem to do very well. II. The triumph of evil leads to despair. (v 13-15)            A. We question trying to live righteously.            B. We suffer in…

The Mother’s Day Gospel (Galatians 2:20)

May 14, 2017Passage:  Galatians 2:20Speaker:  Pastor Josh HollandMain Point:  You discover new identity and value when you trust in Jesus. I. My story began with Jesus.            A. Jesus died my death.            B. By taking Jesus as my Savior, His death becomes mine.                        1.  The work is finished – the price paid in full.                        2.  Sin’s…

Disappointment (Psalm 6)

May 7, 2017Passage:  Psalm 6Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  No matter how desperate, don’t let go of God. I. Troubles can come suddenly.  (v 1-3)            A. David was struggling.            B. Things can change quickly. II. Turn to the Lord right away. (v 4-7)            A. David depends on God’s faithful love.            B. The Lord loves His own…