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The Birth of Faith: Hope

Date: November 28, 2021

Bible Text: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13, Luke 21:25-36 | Rev. David A. Douthett

Series: The Birth of Faith - Advent 2021

As we begin the season of Advent in preparation for the feast of Christmas, we will reflect on how Christ's birth in history, his coming into our lives, and his coming in power at the

By David Douthett|2021-11-28T15:44:19-05:00November 28th, 2021|

When the Answer is “No”

Date: August 15, 2021

Bible Text: Psalm 13, Mark 14:29-40 | Rev. David A. Douthett

Life is hard! Very often, from the time we are very young until the day we die, life tells us "No!" This happens in many and various ways. Today we will look at a few

By David Douthett|2021-08-15T13:43:02-04:00August 15th, 2021|

An Interview with Mobile Hope

Date: June 20, 2021

Bible Text: 2 Corinthians 6:1-13, Mark 4:35-41 | Rev. David A. Douthett

Today we will hear an interview between Pastor David and Donna Fortier, the founder and CEO of Mobile Hope, which is an organization serving the needs of homeless and home-insecure youth and young adults. Mobile

By David Douthett|2021-06-25T14:23:49-04:00June 25th, 2021|

The Risen Christ and the Despairing Disciple

Date: April 11, 2021

Bible Text: 1 John 1:1-2:2, John 20:1-18 | Rev. David A. Douthett

Series: Eastertide 2021 - The Risen Christ and the Disciples

The weeks after Easter are known as Eastertide, and this year we will focus on interactions between the Risen Christ and the disciples to whom he revealed himself. In every instance, his presence brought restoration.

By David Douthett|2021-04-11T13:22:24-04:00April 11th, 2021|

Approaching the Cross 5: The Beginning

Date: March 21, 2021

Bible Text: Psalm 16:1-11, Mark 8:30-32, John 15:9-17 | Rev. David A. Douthett

Series: Approaching the Cross - Lent 2021

Jesus predicted his passion -- betrayal, suffering, death -- and his resurrection. He was aware that it was coming, so it was no surprise. Today we will look at why this expectation of the end

By David Douthett|2021-03-31T12:46:37-04:00March 30th, 2021|

Blue Christmas – A Service for Weary Souls

Date: December 20, 2020

Bible Text: | Rev. David A. Douthett, Rev. Molly W. Douthett

NOTE: The service starts at 5:05. Either skip ahead there or use the first five minutes for quiet meditation.

By David Douthett|2021-01-12T15:21:13-05:00January 12th, 2021|

The Messianic Age – A Conversation

Date: May 24, 2020

Bible Text: John 17:1-11, Acts 1:6-11 | Rev. David A. Douthett

Series: Easter and the Messianic Age

We wrap up our sermon series on Easter and the Messianic Age with a conversation between Pastor David and several of our members. They discuss what God's new age looks like in our times and

By David Douthett|2020-06-16T10:57:19-04:00May 24th, 2020|

Withstanding Loss

Date: March 29, 2020

Bible Text: Ezekiel 37:1-14, John 11:1-45 | Rev. David A. Douthett

Series: Lent 2020 - Withstanding

The passages for this week seem very appropriate. We will focus on John 11:1-45, which is the story of the raising of Lazarus. It's a very familiar story that carries a lot of comfort and

By David Douthett|2020-03-31T11:40:12-04:00March 31st, 2020|

By Your Endurance

Date: November 17, 2019

Bible Text: Malachi 4:1-2, Luke 21:5-19 | Rev. David A. Douthett

Have you ever been up against it so hard that you just wanted to quit? Almost certainly! Well, you aren't alone (which is why I can say "almost certainly!"). Sometimes when things get really rough

By David Douthett|2019-11-20T16:52:43-05:00November 19th, 2019|

To Be Well

Date: May 26, 2019

Bible Text: Revelation 21:10, 22-27, 22:1-5, John 5:1-9 | Rev. David A. Douthett

As we make our way between Easter and Pentecost, we continue exploring the real implications of Jesus' resurrection. One is the extension of Jesus' power to heal. In the service today we hear the story

By David Douthett|2019-05-29T18:59:15-04:00May 26th, 2019|