Tagged “history”

In this sermon from our series through the book of Nehemiah, Pastor Jeremy Treat looks at the long list of names in Nehemiah 7. Why is it included in Scripture, and how is it profitable? Because people matter. God knows each of our names, too.

In this sermon from our series through Nehemiah, Pastor Jeremy Treat examines Nehemiah’s first steps toward rebuilding Jerusalem: how he acted with long-term, rather than short-term, success in mind, how he shared his vision, and how he dealt with early opposition.

In this first message from our series through the book of Nehemiah, Pastor Jeremy Treat explores how only a full, holistic understanding of brokenness informs a full, holistic understanding of God’s restoration work.

In this sermon from our series through 1 John, Pastor Jeremy Treat looks at how the tension between the “now” of Jesus’ first coming and the “not yet” of his second empowers us to live daily in hopeful endurance.

What does the Bible say eternity is like, and what is the ending of the kingdom story? Pastor Jeremy Treat preaches from Revelation 21:1-5 on the end goal of history: a renewed creation, a redeemed people, and a reigning King.

Why is the world so messed up, and what’s at the root of humanity’s problems? Pastor Jeremy teaches from Genesis 3 on Adam and Eve, the nature of sin, the temptation to reject God’s word, and the promise of redemption in Jesus Christ.

On Easter, we celebrate the fact that Jesus is risen, saving us from sin, Satan, and death. On Easter Sunday, Pastor Jeremy Treat preaches from 1 Corinthians 15:1-8 on the historical reality of Christ’s resurrection and what that means for us today.

What is the Bible’s overarching story, and how do we fit into it? Pastor Jeremy Treat teaches from Ephesians 1:7-10 on God’s ultimate plan to redeem humanity from sin and restore all things through His Son Jesus Christ.

Where do we find the strength to press on through every season of life? Pastor Tim Chaddick preaches from 2 Timothy 1:3-7 on the importance of devoted, prayerful friendships, sincere faith in Christ, and dependence upon the Holy Spirit for power, love, and self-control.

Did Jesus really rise from the dead? Christianity stands or falls upon the answer to this question. The Bible clearly says that God raised Jesus from the dead, and history provides strong evidence supporting this life-changing truth. In this special Forum, Pastor Jeremy Treat discusses how to respond to genuine questions and common critiques regarding the resurrection of Christ.

Every story represents a view of the world. Pastor Tim Chaddick teaches from Matthew 1:1 and explains how Jesus is the ultimate fulfillment to this world’s story.

What is the point of everything we do in this world? Pastor Tim Chaddick teaches from Ecclesiastes 1:2-11, which identifies the vanity found in nature and human history.