Sermon Series

Our 2023 Theme:

“Living Upstream in a Downstream World!”

 To watch any of the sermons below on our YouTube channel, click here.

 

What Makes a Great Church?

• February 12 – “What Did Jesus Pray for His Church?” (John 17)
• February 19 – “What Does Jesus Expect of His Church” (1 Corinthians 13:13)

Living Upstream

• January 8 – “2023 Theme: Living Upstream in a Downstream World” (John 15:19)
• January 15 – “Upstream Attitudes” (John 17:16)
• January 22- “Upstream Actions” (Ephesians 4:22-24)
• January 20 – “Upstream Resolutions” (Matthew 6:25-27)

• January 1 – “A Hope Filled 2023” (Mark 4: 35-41)
• December 24/ 25 – “The Names of Jesus” (Isaiah 9:6)

Masterclass in Christ Following

• September 11 – “Knowing I’m Saved” (1 John 5:10-13)
• September 18 – “Talking to God” (Luke 11:1-13)
• September 25 – “Handling Temptation” (1 Corinthians 10:1-13)
• October 2 – “Understanding the Bible” (2 Timothy 3:14-17)
• October 9 – “Being Led By God” (Matthew 6:19-24)
• October 16 – “Sharing my Faith” (Acts 6, 8)
• October 23 – “Being Forgiven, Living in the Light of Forgiveness” (1 John 9)
• October 30 – “Enjoying My New Family” (Hebrews 10: 19-25)
• November 6 – “Being Filled with the Holy Spirit” (Acts 1:1-8)
• November 13 – ” The Qualities of a Friend” (Acts 4:36-37)
• November 20 – “Making Right Decisions” (Romans 12:1-2)
• November 27 – “Knowing Who I Really Am” (2 Corinthians 5: 17-20)
• December 4 – ” Handling Pain” (Romans 8:28)
• December 11 – “Relating to Others” (John 13:21-28)
• December 18 – “Finders Seekers, Losers Weepers” (Matthew 2:1011)

Summer Stories: Live in the Story God Has for You

• August 7   – “The Story about the Mustard Seed”  (Matthew 13:31-35)
• August 14 – “The Story about the Loving Father and Lost Sons”  (Luke 15: 11-32)
• August 21 – “The Story about the Rich Man and Lazarus”  (Luke 16:19-31)
• August 28 – “The Story about the Hidden Treasure”  (Matthew 13: 44-46)

• July 31 – “Passion” (1st Corinthian 15:57-58) – Pastor Cheyenne Geense
• July 24 – “Who You Really Are” (Psalm 139) – Pastor Jim Tice

The Questions Jesus Answered

• July  3  – “Love God. Love Others”  (Matthew 22:36-40)
• July 10 – “The Necessity of Forgiveness”  (Matthew 18:21-35)
• July 17 – “Pray First”  (Luke 11:1-13)

The Deeply Formed Life

• June  5  – “The Rhythm of Faith” (Luke 6:46-49)
• June 12 – “The Power of Obedience” (Luke 5:1-11)
• June 19 – “The Joy of Serving” (1 Peter 4:1-11)
• June 26 – “The Value of Connection” (3 John 1-8)

• May 29 – “Missions in Thailand” Brian & Rachel Glunt

Rediscovering the Blessings of God’s Nature

• March 13 – “What Happens When We See God?”  (Isaiah 6:1-13)
• March 20 – “Our Equipping God: From Excuses to Excellence” (Exodus 3-14)
• March 27 – “Our Encouraging God: Good Words Precede Good Works” (Josh. 1:1-9)
• April  3   – “Our Merciful God” (Judges 17:6)
• April 10 – “Our Giving God: Possessing An Attitude of Gratitude” (Num. 11:1-35)
• April 24 – “Our Powerful God: Sensing God’s Strength in a Strange Land” (Dan.1)
• May  1  – “Our Revealing God: Reacting to His Revelations” (Jonah 1:1-17)
• May  8  – “Our Wise God: God is Father and Judge” (Nahum 1:1-8)
• May 15 – “Our Helping God: Living Beyond Your Means” (Zech. 4:1-10)
• May 22 – “Our Comforting God: in Uncomfortable Times”  (Hab. 3:17-19)

April 15 – “Jesus: Life Laid Down” (Romans 11 & 12)  Good Friday
April 17 – “Because Jesus is Alive Today…!”  (Matthew 28:1-10)  Easter

Revisiting Our Core Values

• Jan. 16 – “Parkwood Gardens’ Values + “Why Am I Here?”  (Matthew 28:16-20)
• Jan. 23 – “Personal Integrity” (Matthew 5:13-16)
• Jan. 30 – “Biblical Authority” (Living by Scripture’s Authority)  (2 Timothy 3:14-17)
• Feb.  6 – “A Heart for the Lost” (Reaching the Lost World) (Luke 15:1-32)
• Feb. 13 – “A Love for People” (John 13:34-35)
• Feb. 20 – “Intimacy With God” (John 15:12-16)
• Feb. 27 – “Servanthood” (Using Our Gifts in Ministry) (John 1:40-44)
• Mar.  6  – “Spiritual Reproduction”  (John 7:17, Mt. 28:20, 2 Tim. 2:2)

Jan. 9 – 2022 Theme & State of the Church – “Foundational Renewal”

 

Jan. 2 – “Overflowing With Hope!”

 

---

Our 2019 Theme:

“Faithful Christ Followers!”

 To watch any of the sermons below on our YouTube channel, click here.

 

December 29, 2019

 

Jesus, The Son – Christmas 2019

• Dec.  1  – “Jesus, Son of Joseph”  (Matthew 1:18-25)
• Dec.  8  – “Jesus, Son of Mary”  (Luke 1:1-45)
• Dec. 15 – “Jesus, Son of Man”  (John 12:20-34)
• Dec. 22 – “Jesus, Son of God”  (John 3:16)

 

November 24, 2019

 

The Beatitudes – Living the Blessed Life

• Sept. 15 – “The Riches of Being Poor”  (Matthew 5:1-3)
• Sept. 22 – “The Comfort of Caring”  (Matthew 5:4)
• Sept. 29 – “The Power of Being A Controlled Person” (Matthew 5:5)
• Oct.  6  – “The Fullness of Being Hungry” (Matthew 5:6)
• Oct. 13 – “The Blessing of Being Merciful” (Matthew 5:7)
• Oct. 20 – “Blessed Are the Pure in Heart” (Matthew 5:8)
• Nov. 10 – “The Blessing of Being Peacemakers” (Matthew 5:9)
• Nov. 17 – “The Privilege of Persecution” (Matthew 5:10-12)

 

November 3, 2019 – Friend Day

 

October 27, 2019

 

September 8, 2019

 

September 1, 2019

 

Fantastic Faith (Summer Series from Hebrews 11)

• June 9   – “Foundational Faith”  (Hebrews 11:1-6)
• June 16 – “Characteristics of Faith”  (Hebrews 11:1-6)
• July  7  – “Noah’s Faith & Ours”   (Hebrews 11:4-7)
• July 14 – “The Faith of Abraham”  (Hebrews 11:8-16)
• Aug. 4  – “Faith: Tested & Triumphant”  (Hebrews 11:17-19)
• Aug. 18 – “Moses: Decision-Making By Faith”  (Hebrews 11:23-29)
• Aug. 25 – “Faith is Faithfulness”  (Hebrews 11:30-40)

 

August 11, 2019

 

July 28, 2019

 

July 21, 2019

 

Faith Works! (Summer Series from James)

• June 23   – “Doers of the Word”  (James 1:16-27)
• June 30   – “Powerful & Effective Prayer”  (James 5:13-20)

 

The Christian’s Family

• Apr. 28 – “The Christian’s Marriage”  (Matthew 22:1-14)
• May  5  – “Making a Christian Marriage”  (Ephesians 5:21-33)
• May 12 – “Mothers Build Homes”   (1 Samuel 1:1-20)  – Mother’s Day
• May 19 – “Everlasting Love”  (1 Corinthians 13:4-7)
• May 26 – “Everlasting Love , Pt. 2”  (1 Corinthians 13:5-7)
• June  2 – “Honouring Our Seniors”  (Leviticus 19:32)

 

Easter Sunday, April 21, 2019

 

Jesus’ Words From the Cross

• Mar. 10 – “Father, Forgive Them”  (Luke 23:33-38)
• Mar. 17 –  “Woman, Behold Your Son”  (John 19:23-29)
• Mar. 24 –  “Today You’ll Be With Me In Paradise”  (Luke 23:35-43)
• Mar. 31 –  “Why Have You Forsaken Me?” (Matthew 27:45-46)
• April  7  – “I Am Thirsty” (John 19:28-30)
• April 19 – “It is Finished” (John 19:30). Good Friday

 

 

March 3, 2019

 

February 24, 2019

 

God’s Laws for Life

• Jan. 20 – “God’s Timing and My Time” (Ecclesiastes 3:1-11)
• Jan. 27 – “Laws That Affect Your Life” (Luke 6:38)
• Feb.  3 –  “What is a Faithful Christian?” (Matthew 25:14-30)
• Feb. 10 – “Five Follies of a Foolish Farmer” (Luke 12:16-21)
• Feb. 17  – “Receivers and Contributors” (Acts 3:1-10)

 

January 13, 2019

 

January 6, 2019 – 2019 Theme Revealing

 

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –

 

 

Our 2018 Theme:

“Revival, Rejoicing & Reaching Out!”

 To watch any of the sermons below on our YouTube channel, click here.

 

December 30, 2018

 

Worshipping Christ at Christmas!

• Dec. 16 – “Walking to Christ at Christmas” (Matthew 2:1-12)
• Dec. 23 – “Waiting On Christ at Christmas” (Luke 2:22-38)

 

I Need It.  God Supplies It!

• Nov.  4 – “What I Really Need is Friendship” (Friend Day)
• Nov. 11 – “What I Really Need is Appreciation” (Psalm 8)
• Nov. 18 – “What I Really Need is Understanding” (James 1:9)
• Nov. 26 – “What I Really Need is a Purpose” (Matthew 28)
• Dec.  2  – “What I Really Need is Security” (Matthew 6:25-34)
• Dec.  9  – “What I Really Need is Spiritual Growth” (Hebrews 5:14-6:1)

 

40 Days in the Word

• Sept. 16 – “Building My Life on the Bible” (40 Days Introduction)
• Sept. 23 – “Why I Can Trust the Bible” (Inspiration)
• Sept. 30 – “How the Bible Changes Us” (Foundation)
• Oct.   7 – “Seeing What God Wants Me to See” (Illumination)
• Oct. 14 – “How to Study a Bible Passage” (Interpretation)
• Oct. 21 – “Understanding the Meaning of a Text” (Integration)
• Oct. 28 – “Integrating God’s Word into My Life” (Application)

 

September 9, 2018

 

The Questions God Asks

• August 26 – “What are you doing here?” (1 Kings 19:1-18)
• September 2 – “What is that in your hand?” (Exodus 4:1-17)

 

Learning From the Life of David!

• July  8  – “Learning What’s Important to God” (1 Samuel 16:1-13)
• July 15 – “Learning To Deal with Giants”  (1 Samuel 17:1-49)
• July 22 – “Learning To Love Difficult People”  (1 Samuel 24:1-22)
• Aug. 12 – “Learning The True Source of Contentment”  (Psalm 23)
• Aug. 19 – “Learning The Deceitfulness of Sin”  (2 Samuel 11,12)
• Nov.  4 – “Learning to Be a True Friend”  Friend Day! (1 Samuel 18)

 

Beyond Healing

 

Love Your Neighbour!

 

BOLD!

• June 24 – “Bold Faith” (Acts 4)
• July  1   – “Bold Obedience” (Acts 5)
  

 

Focus on the Family

• May 6   – “What Parents Owe Their Children” (Psalm 128:1-4)
• May 13  – “What Children Owe Their Parents” (Psalm 127:3)
• May 20 – “Things to Consider Before Saying ‘I Do'” (Proverbs 24:3-6)
• May 27 – “Things to Consider Before Saying ‘I Quit’ pt 1” (Ecclesiastes 5:4)
• June 3  – “Things to Consider Before Saying ‘I Quit’ pt 2” (Matthew 19:9)
• June 10 – “The Marriage That Goes the Distance” (Ephesians 5:25; Philippians 2:1-5)
• June 17 – “Secrets of a Winning Dad” (1 Thessalonians 2:10-12)

 

Prayer Warriors

• April 8   – “Advancing On Our Knees” (Matthew 6:16-18)
• April 15  – “Conditions Needed for Answered Prayer” (1 Peter 3)
• April 22 – “The Pattern for Prayer” (Luke 11:1-13)
• April 29 – “Steps to Answered Prayer “ (Jeremiah 32,33)
  

 

Easter Sunday 2018

 

Moving Forward!

• March 4   – “Follow Me” (Luke 9:57-62)
• March 11  – “Discovering My Spiritual Gifts” (1 Timothy 4:11-16)
• March 18 – “Sharing My Faith” (Acts 6 & 8)
• March 25 – “Ministry in Motown”

 

Revival @ Parkwood Gardens

• Jan.  7   – “Revival and Deliverance” (Joel 2:12-32)
• Jan. 14  – “Revival and Obedience” (John 2:1-11)
• Jan. 21  – “Results of Revival” (Matthew 5)
• Jan. 28 – “Revival & Relationships” (2 Samuel 12:1-7,13; Luke 6:38)
• Feb.  4   – “Revival & Humility” (2 Chronicles 34:1-33)
• Feb. 11  – “Revival & Consecration” (1 Samuel 7:3-13)
• Feb. 18  – “Revival & Rejoicing” (Nehemiah 8:1-18)
• Feb. 25  – “Vision, Vessels & Victory” (2 Kings 4:1-7)

 

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –

Our 2017 Theme:

“Building On God’s Foundation!”

Appreciating Our Jewish Roots

 To watch any of the sermons below on our YouTube channel, click here.

 

 The Tent of Meeting

• Oct.  8  – “An Introduction to the Tabernacle” (Exodus 29)
• Oct. 15 – “The Structure of the Tabernacle” (Exodus 25-27)
• Oct. 22 – “The Bronze Altar” (Exodus 27:1-8)
• Oct. 29 – “The Bronze Basin/Laver” (Exodus 30:18, 38:8)
• Nov.  5 – “The Golden Lampstand” (Exodus 30:18, 38:8)
• Nov. 12 – “The Table of Presence Bread” (Exodus 30:18, 38:8)
• Nov. 19 – “The Altar of Incense” (Exodus 30:18, 38:8)
• Nov. 26 – “The Ark of the Covenant” (Exodus 25:10-22)
• Dec.  3  –  “The Mercy Seat of God” (Exodus 25:10-22)
• Dec. 10  – “The High Priest” (Exodus 28:1-5)

 

The Fall Feast Days

• Sept. 10 – “The Fall Feast Days” (Leviticus 23:23-44)
• Sept. 17 – “The Feast of Trumpets” (Leviticus 23:23-25)
• Sept. 24 – “The Day of Atonement” (Leviticus 23:26-32)
• Oct.   1   – “The Feast of Tabernacles” (Leviticus 23:33-44)

 

Deep & Wide – Growing in Christ Daily

 

Freedom in Christ!  A Study in Galatians

• July 9 – “Freedom! Galatians Intro” (Galatians 2:11-14)
• July 23 – “Freedom! The Purpose of the Law” (Galatians 3:19-25)
• Aug. 13 – “A Response to Freedom” (Galatians 2:20-21)
• Aug. 20 – “The Power For Freedom” (Galatians 3:1-14)
• Aug. 27 – “The Proof of Freedom – Serving!” (Galatians 5:1-14)

 

When My Heart is Overwhelmed

• June 25 – “Trusting God’s Word” (Psalm 61)
• July  2   –  “Trusting God’s Way” (Psalm 62)

 

Jesus is Greater… (Hebrews)

• April 23 – “Than Angels” (Hebrews 1)
• April 30 – “Than Mankind” (Hebrews 2)
• May  7   – “Than Moses” (Hebrews 3)
• May 14 – “Than the Sabbath” (Hebrews 4)
• May 21 – “Than the High Priest” (Hebrews 5)
• May 28 – “Than Any Other Sacrifice” (Hebrews 10)
• June 11 – “Therefore, Let Us…” (Hebrews 6 – 13)

 

The Feast Days of the Lord

• March 26 – “God’s Calendar: The Feasts of the Lord” (Leviticus 23:1-48)
• April  2  – “The Feast of Passover” (Leviticus 23:4-8)
• April  9  – “The Feast of Unleavened Bread” (Leviticus 23:4-8)
• April 16 – “The Feast of First Fruits” – Easter (Leviticus 23:9-14)
• June  4  – “The Feast of Weeks” – Pentecost! (Leviticus 23:15-21, Acts 2)

 

 

Created to Be Connected

• March 5 –  “Life’s Too Short to Play It Safe” – Youth Worship Service
• March 12 – “Created to Be Connected…To God” (John 15:1-8)
• March 19 – “Created to Be Connected…To Each Other” (John 15:9-17)

 

 Prophecies of the Messiah

• February  5 –  “The Prophecies of His Lineage” (Isaiah 53:1-10)
• February 12 – “The Prophecies of His Life” (Luke 24:44-47)
• February 19 – “The Prophecies of His Suffering and Death” (Matthew 26:53)
• February 26 – “The Prophecies of His Return” (Matthew 24:15-35)  

 

Impressed Upon Your Hearts

All people, in all ways, always loving God!

• January 15 – “The Shema” (Deuteronomy 6:1-9)
• January 22 – “The Impression” (Deuteronomy 6:1-9,12)
• January 29 – “Remembering Our God” (Deuteronomy 6:1-9)

 

2017 Theme Introduction

• Jan.  8  – Theme Intro: “Our Jewish Roots” (Romans 11:13-24)

 

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –

 

 

Our 2016 Theme:

“Discover Jesus!”

A Journey Through the Gospel of Luke

 

Christmas 2016

Jesus came to show us God and save us.

• Dec. 11 – “The Angelic Announcements“ (Luke 1:5-80)
• Dec. 18 – “The Miraculous Birth“ (Luke 2:1-20)
• Dec. 24 – “Gloria: Hope is Born!” Christmas Eve Choir

Jesus: Our Atoning Saviour

Jesus came to pay the price for our sins.

• Oct. 30 – “We Affirm His Identity“ (Luke 20-1-26)
• Nov.  6  – “We Submit to His Authority” (Luke 20:1-47)
• Nov. 13 – “We Celebrate His Covenant” (Luke 22:1-13)
• Nov. 20 – “We Share His Resolve” (Luke 22:63-23:25)
• Nov. 27 – “We Trust His Sacrifice” (Luke 23:26-48)
• Dec.  4  – “Is the Resurrection Nonsense?” (Luke 24:1-12)

Jesus: The Great Transformer

Jesus wants us to be all that He intended for us to be

• Oct.  9 – “From Riches to Rags“ (Luke 18:19-27)
• Oct. 16 – “From Dark to Light” (Luke 18:35-43)
• Oct. 23 – “From Here to Eternity” (Luke 19:1-10)

Jesus: Ruler of My Personality

Jesus teaches us what His people should be

• Aug.  28 – “Be Selfless” (Luke 16:19-31)
• Sept.  4 – “Be Sensible” (Luke 17:1-19)
• Sept. 11 – “Be Hopeful” (Luke 17:20-37)
• Sept. 18 – “Be Persistent” (Luke 18:1-8)
• Sept. 25 – “Be Sincere” (Luke 18:9-14)
• Oct.   2  – “Be Innocent” (Luke 18:15-17)

Jesus: Head of the Church

Jesus teaches us what His church is to be

• July 17 – “A Place Where Needs Are Met” (Luke 13:10-17)
• July 24 – “A Place Where People Count” (Luke 13:18-30)
• July 31 – “A Place Where the Humble are Exalted” (Luke 14:1-14)
• Aug.  7 – “A Place Where The Empty are Filled” (Luke 14:15-24)
• Aug. 14 – “A Place Where Privilege Brings Responsibility” (Luke 14:25-35)
• Aug. 21 – “A Place Where Lost People Matter” (Luke 15:1-24)

Jesus: Lord of All

Jesus wants to be Lord of every area of our lives

• May 15 – “Lord of Life” (Luke 9:18-26)
• May 22 – “Lord of Attitudes”  (Luke 9:46-62)
• May 29 – “Lord of Relationships” (Luke 10:25-37)
• June 5  – “Lord of Relationships” (Luke 10:25-37)
• June 12 – “Lord of Priorities” (Luke 10:1-24 & 38-42)
• June 19 – “Lord of Our Prayers” (Luke 11:1-13)
• June 26 – “Lord of Our Motives” (Luke 11:14-54)
• July  3  – “Lord of Our Possessions” (Luke 12:13-21)
• July 10 – “Lord of Our Anxieties” (Luke 12:22-34)

“Jesus: Compassionate Friend!” 

Jesus is the Friend Each of Us Needs

• Mar. 13 – “Friend of the Faithful” (Luke 7:1-10)
• April  3 – “Friend of the Hurting” (Luke 7:11-17)
• April 10 – “Friend of the Doubting” (Luke 7:18-35)
• April 17 – “Friend of the Sinner” (Luke 7:36-50)
• April 24 – “Friend of the Lost” (Luke 8:1-15)
• May  1  – “Friend of the Addicted” (Luke 8:26-39)
• May  8  – “Friend of the Desperate” (Luke 8:40-56)

Passion Week 2016

• March 20 – “He is the King!” (Luke 19:11-44) – Palm Sunday
• March 25 – “The Sacrifice”  (Luke 23:26-56)  – Good Friday
• March 27 – “Empty Promises” (Luke 24:1-12) – Easter Sunday

“Jesus: The Dynamic Leader!” 

Jesus is the Leader the World Needs

• Jan. 31 – “His Flawless Character” (Luke 4:1-13)
• Feb.  7  – “His Striking Confidence” (Luke 4:14-32)
• Feb. 14 – “His Impressive Credentials” (Luke 4:33-5:11)
• Feb. 21 – “His Tender Compassion” (Luke 5:12-32)
• Feb. 28 – “His Inspiring Courage” (Luke 5:33-6:11)
• Mar.  6 – “His Clear Communication” (Luke 6:17-49)

“Jesus’ Preparation For Ministry!” 

The story of Jesus before His ministry begins

• Jan.  3  – “Jesus Preincarnate” (Luke 1:26-55)
• Jan. 10 – “An Overvew of the Gospel of Luke”
• Jan. 17 – “The Road to Maturity” (Luke 2:21-52)
• Jan. 24 – “The Preparation for Ministry” (Luke 3:1-23)

 

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –

Our 2015 Theme:  

“Sharing the Story!”

Fulfilling the Great Commandment & Great Commision

Sermons after November 15, 2015 are on YouTube here.

 

“Songs of Christmas!” 

Discovering right responses to the greatest gift ever given

• Nov. 29 – “A Song of Praise – Mary’s Song” (Luke 1:26-55)
• Dec.  6  – “A Song of Thanksgiving – Zechariah’s Song” (Luke 1:57-79)
• Dec. 13 – “A Song of Joy – Simeon’s Song”  (Luke 2:25-35)
• Dec. 20 – “A Song of Salvation – The Angel’s Song”  (Luke 2:8-14)

 

“This Is Love!”    – Pastor Mike Mackneer

Exploring the Love of God that We Can Know, Grow and Show

• Nov.  8  – “Knowing God’s Love”  (1 John 2:1-6; 4:7-12)
• Nov. 15 – “Growing God’s Love”  (1 John)
• Nov. 22 – “Showing God’s Love”  (1 John)

 

“God’s Doing It Again!” 

Looking At God’s Blessings in the Past and Ahead in the Future

• Sep. 20 – “God’s Doing It Again…And He Gets All the Praise”  (Luke 17:11-19)
• Oct.  4 –  “God’s Doing It Again…My Family Sees It” (Deuteronomy 6:1-9)
• Oct. 11 – “God’s Doing It Again…Thousands Will Know It” (The Book of Acts)
• Oct. 18 – “God’s Doing It Again…The Devil Can’t Stop It” (Matt. 16:13-18)
• Oct. 25 – “God’s Doing It Again…I Get to Have a Part” (Matt. 6:30-44)

 

“You Asked For It! 2015” 

Answering Your Questions About Theology and the Christian Life

• May 31 – “Can I Be Continually Forgiven for the Same Sin?”  (Romans 6:1-23)
• June  7 – “What Is The Trinity?”  (Matthew 3:13-17, Luke 10:27, Matt. 5:38-48)
• June 14 – “How Should a Christian Handle Conflict?”  (Revelation 2:2-5)
• June 21 – “Why Do Kids Raised in a Christian Home Stray Away?”
• June 28 – “How Can I Get More Faith?” (Hebrews 11, Matthew 14)
• July  5  – “Why Are My Prayers Unanswered?”  (Psalm 66:18)
• July 12 – “How Can I Glorify God in My Job?”  (1 Corinthians 10:31)
• July 19 – “How Can I Live a Life Worthy of the Gospel?”  (Philippians 1:27-30)
• July 26 – “How Can I Quench My Spiritual Thirst?”  (Isaiah 55)
• Aug.  2 – “Justice & the Rich, Young Ruler”  (Mark 10:17-27)
• Aug.  9 – “Why Does God Allow Suffering?” (I Peter 4:12)
• Aug. 16 – “Who Are ‘The Least of These’?”  (Matthew 18:10-14)
• Aug. 23 – “Is Hell A Place of Torture?” (Matthew 13:47-51)
• Aug. 30 – “How Can I Have a Life WITH God?”  (Genesis 2-3, Luke 15:11-32)
  
• Sept.  6 – “What Does The Bible Teach about Pornography?”
• Sept. 13 – “Is God Really in Control?”  (Matthew 6:10)

 

“The Story!” 

The Bible in One Continuing Story of God and His People

• Jan. 11 – “The King Who Had It All”  (1 Kings 1-8, 10-11, 2 Chronicles 5-7, Proverbs 1-3, 6, 20-21)
• Jan. 18 – “A Kingdom Torn in Two” (My Way or the High Way)  (1 Kings 12-16)
• Jan. 25 – “God’s Messengers”  (1 Kings 17-19, 2 Kings 2, 4, 6, Hosea 4-5, 8-9, 14, Amos 1, 3-5, 9)
• Feb.  1 – “The Beginning of the End”  (2 Kings 17-19, Isaiah 3, 6, 13-14, 49, 53)
• Feb.  8 – “The Kingdom’s Fall”  (2 Kgs 21,23-25, 2 Chron. 33,36, Jer. 1-2,4-5,13,21, Lam. 1-3,5, Ezek. 1-2,6-7,36-37)
• Feb. 15 – “Daniel in Exile”  (Daniel 1-4, 6, Jeremiah 29-31)
• Feb. 22 – “The Return Home”  (Ezra 1-6, Haggai 1-2, Zechariah 1, 8)
• Mar.  1 – “The Queen of Beauty and Courage”  (Esther 1-9)
• Mar.  8 – “Rebuilding the Walls”  (Ezra 7, Nehemiah 1-2, 4, 6-8, Malachi 1-4)
• Mar. 15 – “The Birth of the King”  (Matthew 1-2; Luke 1-2; John 1)
• Mar. 22 – “Jesus’ Ministry Begins“  (Matthew 3-4; 11; Mark 1-3; Luke 8; John 1-4)
• Mar. 29 – “No Ordinary Man”  (Matthew 5-7; 9; 14; Mark 4-6; Luke 10; 15; John 6)
• April  5 –  EASTER SUNDAY  (Matthew 27-28; Mark 16; Luke 24; John 19-21;  1 Cor. 15)
• April 12 – “Jesus the Son of God”  (Matthew 17; 21; Mark 8-12; 14; Luke 9;22; John 7-8; 11-12)
• April 19 – “The Hour of Darkness”  (Matthew 26-27; Mark 14-15; Luke 22-23; John 13-14; 16-19)
• April 26 – “The Resurrection”  (Matthew 27-28; Mark 16; Luke 24; John 19-21)
• May  3  – “New Beginnings”  (Acts 1-10; 12)
• May 10 – “Paul’s Mission”  (Acts 13-14;16-20; Rom. 1;3-6;8;12;15; 1 Cor. 1;3;5-6; 10; 12-13;15;16; Gal. 1;3;5-6; 1 Thess. 1-5)
• May 17 – “Paul’s Final Days”  (Acts 20-23; 27-28; Ephesians 1-6; 2 Timothy 1-4)
• May 24 – “The End of Time”  (Revelation 1-5; 19-22)

 

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –

Our 2014 Theme: 

“Sharing the Story!”

Fulfilling the Great Commandment & Great Commission

 

“Christmas 2014” 

God’s Story Comes and Joins Our Story 

• Dec.  7 – “Jesus’ Story and Us”  (Acts 1:8; Luke 2:20)
• Dec. 14 – “The Gift God Offers”  (Colossians 1:19-29)
• Dec. 21 – “A Gift for All People” (Luke 2:8-20)                 – Christmas Sunday
• Dec. 28 – “Our Stories and Jesus”  (Luke 10:29-37, Acts 1:8)

 

“The Story!” 

The Bible in One Continuing Story of God and His People

• Sep.  7  – “The Greatest Story Ever Told”  (Luke 24:13-31)
• Sep. 14 – “Creation: The Beginning of Life As We Know It”  (Genesis 1-4,6-9)
• Sep. 21 – “Abraham: God Builds a Nation”  (Genesis 12-36, Romans 4, Hebrews 8)
• Sep. 28 – “Joseph: From Slave to Deputy Pharaoh”  (Genesis 37-50)
• Oct.  5 – “Deliverance! Moses”  (Exodus 1-7, 10-17)
• Oct. 12 – “New Commands & a New Covenant”  (Exodus 19-20, 24-25, 32-34, 40)
• Oct. 19 – “Wandering”  (Numbers 10-27, Deuteronomy 1-9, 29-34)
• Oct. 26 – “The Battle Begins”  (Joshua 1-2, 6-11, 23-24)
• Nov.  2 – “A Few Good Men… and Women”  (Judges 2-4, 6-8, 13-16)
• Nov.  9 – “The Faith of a Foreign Woman”  (Ruth 1-4)
• Nov. 16 – “Standing Tall, Falling Hard”  (1 Samuel 1-4, 8-13, 15)
• Nov. 23 – “From Shepherd to King”  (1 Sam. 16-31, 2 Sam. 6,22, 1 Chron. 17, Psalm 59)
• Nov. 30 – “The Trials of a King”  (2 Sam. 11-12,18-18, 1 Chron. 22,29, Psalms 23,32,51)

 

“Go The Extra Mile – Incarnate!” 

Living the Life and Love of God in My Life

• June 29 – “Go The Extra Mile”  (Luke 10:27, Matt. 5:38-48)
• Aug.  3  – “THE Incarnation of Jesus” (Phil. 2:5-11, Col. 2:9)
• Aug. 17 –  “Incarnating at Work & Leisure” (Col. 3:15-25, Gal. 2:20)
• Aug. 24 –  “Incarnating with Them” (2 Cor. 5:14-18)
• Aug. 31 –  “Incarnate Here” (John 1:14)

 

“Dealing With Feelings!” 

Finding God’s help with life’s emotions

• June  1  – “When I’m Overwhelmed”  (Matthew 11:28, 6:25-27)
• June  8  – “When I’m Feeling Depressed”  (1 Kings 19:4, 2 Cor. 12:9)
• June 15 – “When I’m Resentful”  (Job 5:2, James 3:16)
• June 22 – “When I’m Worried”  (Phil. 4:6, Mt. 8:23,24)
• July  6  – “When I Feel Regret”  (Psalm 38:4-8, 32:5)
• July 13 – “When I Feel Disappointment”  (Exodus 15:22-27)
• July 20 – “When I Feel Guilt”  (Matthew 26:31-75)
• Aug. 10 – “When I Feel Discouraged”  (Nehemiah 4:1-14)

 

“Making a Difference With My Life!” 

Living out the qualities necessary to be a difference-maker

• May  4  – “It Begins With Commitment”  (2 Chron. 16:9, Psalm 37:5)
• May 11 – “Living With Integrity”  (Proverbs 3:22,  20:7)
• May 18 – “Developing a Passion for Life”  (Mark 12:30,31, Romans 12:11)
• May 25 – “Courage to Make a Difference”  (John 16:33, 1 Cor 15:16)

 

“Blessed to Be a Blessing!” 

Learning how to be blessed and to be a blessing

• March 30 – “Living a Blessed Life”  (Mark 10:13-16)
• April  6  – “How to Bless Others With Words”  (Proverbs 11:11, 18:21)
• April 13 – “How to Bless Others With Prayer”  (Acts 12:1-5, James 5:6)
• April 27 – “Blessing By Investing in People”  (Matthew 6:19,20, Luke 14:12-14)

 

“KidStuff and the Kingdom of God!” – Jim Tice

The simplicity of faith to live in God’s Kingdom 

• Jan.  12 – “Faith Like a Child”  (Mark 10:13-16)
• March 2 – “Childlike Trust” (Proverbs 3:5)
• March 9 – “Me Do It!” (1 Peter 4:10)
• March 16 – “Sticky Fingerprints” (Joel 1:3)
• March 23 – “Show and Tell” (1 Peter 2:9-10)

 

“Our Shared Core Values!” 

Sharing the Story of Our Core Values

• Jan. 19 – “Our Inspiring Heritage” (1 Corinthians 10:1-11)
• Jan. 26 – “Passion for God” (Deuteronomy 6:5, Psalm 42:1,2)
• Feb.  2 – “Love for Neighbours” (Isaiah 1:17, Micah 6:8)
• Feb.  9 – “Unity in Diversity” (1 Corinthians 12:11-13, John 17:22-24)
• Feb. 16 – “God’s Word for Direction” (Joshua 1:8, 2 Timothy 2:15)
• Feb. 23 – “Transformation for All” (Matthew 9:37, Matthew 28:18-20)

 

January 12, 2014

“Faith Like a Child” (Mark 10:13-16 and Romans 8:15)

 

January 5, 2014 

“State of the Church Address + 2014 Theme Introduction”

 

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –

Our 2013 Theme:  

“Unleashing The Church!”

Fulfilling the Great Commandment & Great Commission

 

“Understanding God’s Healing!” 

Exploring the Bible’s Teaching on Healing 

• Nov. 17 – “God and My Healing” (Luke 4:16-21)
• Nov. 24 – “Jesus, the People Person” (Read Matthew 9)
• Dec.  1  – “Why Am I Sick, Lord?” (John 9:1-7)
• Dec.  8 – “God’s Strategy for Victory” (Deuteronomy 7:17-26)

 

“Community!” 

Fulfilling God’s Purposes for Us Through Community

• Sept.  8  – “Better Together” Preview (1 Corinthians 12:27)
• Sept. 15 – “Why We Need Each Other” (Romans 12:5)
• Sept. 22 – “Reaching Out Together” (Philippians 1:27, 1:5)
• Sept. 29 – “What Destroys and What Builds Relationships?” (Rom. 12:5, Phil. 2:4)
• Oct.  6   – “How We Help Each Other Grow” (Romans 8:29, 1 Thessalonians 5:11)
• Oct. 13  – “Serving Together” (Philippians 2:2, 1 Corinthians 3:9)
• Oct. 20  – “Living a Generous Life” (Acts 4:32, Luke 16:9)
• Oct. 27  – “What We Have Learned?” (Deuteronomy 11:2, Hebrews 10:25)

 

“Taking God Seriously!”– Pastor Jim Tice

Examining Biblical and Modern Day Examples of Dedicated Disciples

• June 30  – “No Compromise” (Matthew 3:1-10)
• August 11 – “Brothers & Sisters” (Matt. 22:39, John 15:15)
• August 18 – “Trust and Obey” (Acts 8:26-39, Mark 2:14)
• August 25 – “You Will Be My Witnesses” (Acts 1:8)
• Sept.  1  –  “Beloved Ragamuffins” (Romans 5:8, Ephesians 3:18-19)

 

“Total Commitment!”

Ensuring that our Commitment to God is Complete (A Study of Hosea)

• July  7  – “The Prophet and the Hooker” (Hosea Overview)
• July 14 – “God, the Jilted Lover” (Hosea 1)
• July 21 – “God’s Response to Our Adultery”  (Hosea 2)
• July 28 – “True Love!” (Hosea 3)

 

“Our Children!”

Raising and Relating to Our Children!

• June  9  – “Loving Our Children” (Romans 12:9-21)
• June 16 – “Disciplining Our Children” (Proverbs 3:1-12)
• June 23 – “Educating Our Children”  (Proverbs 22:6)

 

“It’s Not Just a Job!”

Finding Fulfillment and Purpose in my Workplace!

• May  5  – “Worship at My Work?” (Romans 12:1-11)
• May 12 – “My Mission at Work” (Acts 20:24)
• May 19 – “My Ministry at Work” (Colossians 3:23,24)
• May 26 – “Growing Spiritually at Work” (Romans 8:29)

 

“Unleashing God’s Promises”

Understanding and Activating God’s Promises in Our Lives!

• Feb. 10 – “Unleashing God’s Promises” (2 Peter 1:1-4)
• Feb. 17 – “A Promise for Overcoming Worry” (Psalm 37)
• Feb. 26 – “A Promise for Overcoming Temptation” (1 Corinthians 10:1-13)
• Mar.  3 – “A Promise for Financial Blessings” (Malachi 3:6-10)
• Mar. 10 – “A Promise for Protection” (Isaiah 43:1-7)
• Mar. 17 – “A Promise for Understanding” (Romans 8:28)
• Mar. 24 – “A Promise for Strength” (Galatians 6:1-10)
• Mar. 29 – “Lives Surrendered”        Good Friday
• Mar. 31 – “A Promised Resurrection” (Luke 24:1-12)    Easter
• April  7  – “A Promise for Salvation” (Revelation 3:20)
• April 14 – “A Promise for Christ’s Second Coming” (1 Thessalonians)
• Nov. 10 – “A Promise for Friendship” (John 15:12-17)  Friend Day

 

“Adventures in ChurchLand!” – Pastor Jim Tice

Overcoming the World’s misconceptions about God’s Church.

• Jan. 20 – “Churchland – Frightening or Wonderful?” (1 Peter 3:15,16)
• Jan. 27 – “Churchland – Judgmental & Negative or Positive Agent of Change?”
• Feb.  3  – “Churchland – Controlling Religion or Helping Servants?”
• April 21 – “Churchland – Protective Fortress or Grace Filled Mission?”
• April 28 – “Churchland – Church!  What is That?”

 

January 13, 2013

“Bearing Fruit – Fruit That Will Last!” (John 15:1-16)

 

January 6, 2013 – 10 am

“Five-Year Vision Presentation – “Unleashing the Church!”