Sermon Podcast

2405, 2020

Then We Can Pray

Then We Can Pray

Dane Lewis2020-05-29T20:43:49-04:00May 24th, 2020|Categories: If God Is with Us, Sermon|Tags: God with Us, Luke 11:1-13, Prayer|

This sermon is based on Luke 11:1-13. You can also view each week’s sermon/worship service on our YouTube Channel during the weeks we cannot meet due to Covid-19 restrictions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ncsq_QNvCv61bIwKUpP5A

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Let me just

1705, 2020

Then We Don’t Need to Fear

Then We Don’t Need to Fear

Dane Lewis2020-05-22T10:19:52-04:00May 17th, 2020|Categories: If God Is with Us, Sermon|Tags: Do Not Be Afraid, God with Us, Handling Fear, Isaiah 43:1-7|

This sermon is based on Isaiah 43:1-7. You can also view each week’s sermon/worship service on our YouTube Channel during the weeks we cannot meet due to Covid-19 restrictions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ncsq_QNvCv61bIwKUpP5A

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Let me just

1005, 2020

Then How Should We Parent?

Then How Should We Parent?

Dane Lewis2020-05-13T21:21:42-04:00May 10th, 2020|Categories: If God Is with Us, Sermon|Tags: Christian Parenting, God with Us, Mothers Day, Romans 15:13, The Gospel and God's love|

This sermon is based on Romans 15:13. You can also view each week’s sermon/worship service on our YouTube Channel during the weeks we cannot meet due to Covid-19 restrictions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ncsq_QNvCv61bIwKUpP5A

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Let me just

305, 2020

Then What Is God’s Story?

Then What Is God’s Story?

Dane Lewis2020-05-07T21:16:55-04:00May 3rd, 2020|Categories: If God Is with Us, Sermon|Tags: 1 John 4:7-12, God with Us, The Gospel and God's love|

This sermon is based on 1 John 4:7-12. You can also view each week’s sermon/worship service on our YouTube Channel during the weeks we cannot meet due to Covid-19 restrictions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ncsq_QNvCv61bIwKUpP5A

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Let me

2604, 2020

Who Is This God That Is with Us?

Who Is This God That Is with Us?

Dane Lewis2020-05-02T10:09:57-04:00April 26th, 2020|Categories: If God Is with Us, Sermon|Tags: Colossians 1:15-20, God with Us, Immanuel, Is God with Us?|

This sermon is based on Colossians 1:15-20. You can also view each week’s sermon/worship service on our YouTube Channel during the weeks we cannot meet due to Covid-19 restrictions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ncsq_QNvCv61bIwKUpP5A

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Let me just say

1904, 2020

Is God with Us?

Is God with Us?

Dane Lewis2020-04-23T15:08:52-04:00April 19th, 2020|Categories: If God Is with Us, Sermon|Tags: God with Us, Immanuel, Is God with Us?, Revelation 21:1-4|

This sermon introduces our new series and is based on Revelation 21:1-4. You can also view each week’s sermon/worship service on our YouTube Channel during the weeks we cannot meet due to Covid-19 restrictions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ncsq_QNvCv61bIwKUpP5A

SERIES

1204, 2020

Rooted in Resurrection

Rooted in Resurrection

Dane Lewis2020-04-23T15:03:23-04:00April 12th, 2020|Categories: Sermon, Stories with Roots|Tags: Acts 9:1-9 and 17-22, Resurrection Appearances of Jesus, Resurrection of Jesus, Rooted in Christ, Saul on the Damascus Road|

As we rejoice in the power of the Empty Tomb on Resurrection Sunday, this sermon is based on Acts 9:1-9, 17-22. You can also view each week’s sermon/worship service on our YouTube Channel during the

504, 2020

Rooted in Betrayal

Rooted in Betrayal

Dane Lewis2020-04-07T22:22:39-04:00April 5th, 2020|Categories: Sermon, Stories with Roots|Tags: Betrayal of Jesus, God's grace, John 12:1-15, Judas Iscariot, Rooted in Christ, Stories of the Bible|

This sermon is based on John 12:1-15. You can also view each week’s sermon/worship service on our YouTube Channel during the weeks we cannot meet due to Covid-19 restrictions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ncsq_QNvCv61bIwKUpP5A

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Elie Wiesel once remarked,

2903, 2020

Rooted in Love

Rooted in Love

Dane Lewis2020-04-04T10:58:09-04:00March 29th, 2020|Categories: Sermon, Stories with Roots|Tags: God's grace, Rooted in Christ, Ruth 1, Ruth and Boaz, Ruth and Naomi, Stories of the Bible|

This sermon is based on Ruth 1. You can also view each week’s sermon/worship service on our YouTube Channel during the weeks we cannot meet due to Covid-19 restrictions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ncsq_QNvCv61bIwKUpP5A

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Elie Wiesel once remarked,

2203, 2020

Rooted in Sin (and Grace), Part 2

Rooted in Sin (and Grace), Part 2

Dane Lewis2020-03-24T21:00:23-04:00March 22nd, 2020|Categories: Sermon, Stories with Roots|Tags: Building the Tabernacle, Ex. 32:1-4 and 7-8 and 15-24, God's grace, Golden Calf, Rooted in Christ, Stories of the Bible|

This sermon is Part 2 carried over from last week and, like last week, also based on Exodus 32:1-4, 7-8, 15-24. You can also view each week’s sermon/worship service on our YouTube Channel during the

1503, 2020

Rooted in Sin (and Grace)

Rooted in Sin (and Grace)

Dane Lewis2020-03-19T22:59:54-04:00March 15th, 2020|Categories: Sermon, Stories with Roots|Tags: Building the Tabernacle, Ex. 32:1-4 and 7-8 and 15-24, Golden Calf, Rooted in Christ, Stories of the Bible|

This sermon is based on Exodus 32:1-4, 7-8, 15-24.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Elie Wiesel once remarked, “God made man because He loves stories.” When you think of all the stories in the Bible, you may be convinced

803, 2020

Rooted in Struggle

Rooted in Struggle

Dane Lewis2020-03-15T01:11:33-04:00March 8th, 2020|Categories: Sermon, Stories with Roots|Tags: Genesis 32:22-30, Jacob Wrestling with God, Rooted in Christ, Stories of the Bible|

This sermon is based on Genesis 32:22-30.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Elie Wiesel once remarked, “God made man because He loves stories.” When you think of all the stories in the Bible, you may be convinced that Wiesel

103, 2020

Rooted in Love

Rooted in Love

Dane Lewis2020-03-15T01:12:01-04:00March 1st, 2020|Categories: Sermon, Stories with Roots|Tags: Creation Accounts, Enuma Elish, Genesis 1:26-28 and 31 and 2:1-3, Rooted in Christ, Stories of the Bible|

This sermon serves as the introduction to our new series and is based on Genesis 1:26-28, 31; 2:1-3.

NOTE: Due to technical difficulties, the beginning of this sermon has not been captured; in addition, the audio

2302, 2020

Following Jesus in the Way of Hope

Following Jesus in the Way of Hope

Dane Lewis2020-02-26T22:16:03-05:00February 23rd, 2020|Categories: Kingdom Essentials, Sermon|Tags: Following Jesus, hope, Kingdom Essentials, kingdom of God, Matthew 13:31-33|

This sermon is based on Matthew 13:31-33.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

There are certain things you just don’t do. For instance, you should never insult an alligator until after you have crossed the river. That’s really good advice.

1602, 2020

Following Jesus in the Way of the Cross

Following Jesus in the Way of the Cross

Dane Lewis2020-02-19T10:38:46-05:00February 16th, 2020|Categories: Kingdom Essentials, Sermon|Tags: Following Jesus, Gospel of Peace, Kingdom Essentials, kingdom of God, Luke 9:22-26, Take up your cross|

This sermon is based on Luke 9:22-26.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

There are certain things you just don’t do. For instance, you should never insult an alligator until after you have crossed the river. That’s really good advice.

902, 2020

Following Jesus into the World

Following Jesus into the World

Dane Lewis2020-02-12T19:20:44-05:00February 9th, 2020|Categories: Kingdom Essentials, Sermon|Tags: Following Jesus, Gospel of Peace, Kingdom Essentials, kingdom of God, Matthew 13:44-46|

This sermon is based on Matthew 13:44-46.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

There are certain things you just don’t do. For instance, you should never insult an alligator until after you have crossed the river. That’s really good advice.

202, 2020

Following Jesus into the Church

Following Jesus into the Church

Dane Lewis2020-02-05T16:29:48-05:00February 2nd, 2020|Categories: Kingdom Essentials, Sermon|Tags: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, Acts 2:42-47, Following Jesus, Gospel of Peace, Jesus and the Church, Kingdom Essentials, kingdom of God|

This sermon is based on Acts 2:42-47.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

There are certain things you just don’t do. For instance, you should never insult an alligator until after you have crossed the river. That’s really good advice.

2601, 2020

Following Jesus into Peace

Following Jesus into Peace

Dane Lewis2020-02-01T10:25:55-05:00January 26th, 2020|Categories: Kingdom Essentials, Sermon|Tags: Following Jesus, Gospel of Peace, John 14:18-27, Kingdom Essentials, kingdom of God|

This sermon is based on John 14:18-27.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

There are certain things you just don’t do. For instance, you should never insult an alligator until after you have crossed the river. That’s really good advice.

1901, 2020

Following Jesus into the Kingdom

Following Jesus into the Kingdom

Dane Lewis2020-02-01T10:23:18-05:00January 19th, 2020|Categories: Kingdom Essentials, Sermon|Tags: Following Jesus, Kingdom Essentials, kingdom of God, Matthew 4:17-22|

This sermon is based on Matthew 4:17-22.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

There are certain things you just don’t do. For instance, you should never insult an alligator until after you have crossed the river. That’s really good advice.

1201, 2020

Following Jesus into Justice

Following Jesus into Justice

Dane Lewis2020-01-18T21:49:30-05:00January 12th, 2020|Categories: Kingdom Essentials, Sermon|Tags: Following Jesus, Justice and the Gospel, Kingdom Essentials, kingdom of God, Mark 10:35-37 and 41-45|

This sermon is based on Mark 10:35-37, 41-45.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

There are certain things you just don’t do. For instance, you should never insult an alligator until after you have crossed the river. That’s really good

501, 2020

Getting a Handle on the Law

Getting a Handle on the Law

Dane Lewis2020-01-09T10:46:26-05:00January 5th, 2020|Categories: Getting a Handle on the Messiah, Sermon|Tags: Jesus and the Law, Jesus Messiah, Matthew 5:17-20|

This sermon concludes our series, “Getting a Handle on the Messiah,” and is based on Matthew 5:17-20.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

When I was a kid, I wanted to be a lawyer, not because I was consumed with justice

2912, 2019

Getting a Handle on the Spirit

Getting a Handle on the Spirit

Dane Lewis2020-01-04T21:08:33-05:00December 29th, 2019|Categories: Getting a Handle on the Messiah, Sermon|Tags: Jesus and the Spirit of God, Jesus Messiah, Luke 4:14-21|

This sermon is based on Luke 4:14-21.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

When I was a kid, I wanted to be a lawyer, not because I was consumed with justice or anything like that, I just liked saying, “I object.”

2212, 2019

Getting a Handle on the Word of God

Getting a Handle on the Word of God

Dane Lewis2020-01-04T21:06:13-05:00December 22nd, 2019|Categories: Getting a Handle on the Messiah, Sermon|Tags: Jesus as the Word of God, Jesus Messiah, John 1:1-5|

This sermon is based on John 1:1-5.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

When I was a kid, I wanted to be a lawyer, not because I was consumed with justice or anything like that, I just liked saying, “I object.”

1512, 2019

Getting a Handle on Wisdom

Getting a Handle on Wisdom

Dane Lewis2019-12-22T00:28:00-05:00December 15th, 2019|Categories: Getting a Handle on the Messiah, Sermon|Tags: Jesus and Wisdom, Jesus Messiah, Luke 2:42-52|

This sermon is based on Luke 2:42-52.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

When I was a kid, I wanted to be a lawyer, not because I was consumed with justice or anything like that, I just liked saying, “I object.”

812, 2019

Getting a Handle on the Temple

Getting a Handle on the Temple

Dane Lewis2019-12-22T00:25:58-05:00December 8th, 2019|Categories: Getting a Handle on the Messiah, Sermon|Tags: Jesus and the Temple, Jesus Messiah, John 1:14|

This sermon is based on John 1:14.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

When I was a kid, I wanted to be a lawyer, not because I was consumed with justice or anything like that, I just liked saying, “I object.”

112, 2019

A Community of World Subversion

A Community of World Subversion

Dane Lewis2019-12-22T00:21:51-05:00December 1st, 2019|Categories: A Community of the Cross, Sermon|Tags: church as community, Cross of Jesus, family of God, mission of the church, Philippians 2:5-11, purpose of the church|

This sermon is based on Philippians 2:5-11.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

There’s a lot of talk out there about what the purpose of the church truly is. Some say mission. Some say worship. Some say justice. Some say teaching. Some

2411, 2019

A Community of Gratitude

A Community of Gratitude

Dane Lewis2019-12-22T00:19:26-05:00November 24th, 2019|Categories: A Community of the Cross, Sermon|Tags: church as community, Colossians 3:12-17, Cross of Jesus, family of God, Giving thanks, gratitude, mission of the church, purpose of the church|

This sermon is based on Colossians 3:12-17.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

There’s a lot of talk out there about what the purpose of the church truly is. Some say mission. Some say worship. Some say justice. Some say teaching. Some

1711, 2019

A Community of Wisdom

A Community of Wisdom

Dane Lewis2019-11-20T17:16:09-05:00November 17th, 2019|Categories: A Community of the Cross, Sermon|Tags: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, church as community, Cross of Jesus, family of God, generosity, Godly wisdom, mission of the church, purpose of the church|

This sermon is based on 1 Corinthians 1:18-25.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

There’s a lot of talk out there about what the purpose of the church truly is. Some say mission. Some say worship. Some say justice. Some say teaching.

1011, 2019

Annual State of the Ministry Message

Annual State of the Ministry Message

Dane Lewis2019-11-13T16:38:24-05:00November 10th, 2019|Categories: Sermon|Tags: church as community, Galatians 6:9-10, mission of the church, purpose of the church|

This sermon is based on Galations 6:9-10.

311, 2019

A Community of Mission

A Community of Mission

Dane Lewis2019-11-06T20:20:13-05:00November 3rd, 2019|Categories: A Community of the Cross, Sermon|Tags: 2 Corinthians 5:18-21, church as community, Cross of Jesus, family of God, generosity, mission of the church, purpose of the church|

This sermon is based on 2 Corinthians 5:18-21.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

There’s a lot of talk out there about what the purpose of the church truly is. Some say mission. Some say worship. Some say justice. Some say teaching.

2710, 2019

A Community of Generosity

A Community of Generosity

Dane Lewis2019-10-30T15:59:12-04:00October 27th, 2019|Categories: A Community of the Cross, Sermon|Tags: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9, church as community, Cross of Jesus, family of God, generosity, mission of the church, purpose of the church|

This sermon is based on 2 Corinthians 8:1-9.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

There’s a lot of talk out there about what the purpose of the church truly is. Some say mission. Some say worship. Some say justice. Some say teaching.

2010, 2019

A Community of Family

A Community of Family

Dane Lewis2019-10-23T14:52:20-04:00October 20th, 2019|Categories: A Community of the Cross, Sermon|Tags: 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12, church as community, Cross of Jesus, family of God, mission of the church, purpose of the church|

This sermon is based on 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

There’s a lot of talk out there about what the purpose of the church truly is. Some say mission. Some say worship. Some say justice. Some say teaching.

1310, 2019

A Community of the Cross

A Community of the Cross

Dane Lewis2019-10-16T20:03:11-04:00October 13th, 2019|Categories: A Community of the Cross, Sermon|Tags: church as community, Cross of Jesus, mission of the church, Philippians 2:5-11, purpose of the church|

This sermon is based on Philippians 2:5-11 and introduces this series.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

There’s a lot of talk out there about what the purpose of the church truly is. Some say mission. Some say worship. Some say justice.

610, 2019

Love for the Soul

Love for the Soul

Dane Lewis2019-10-09T19:10:29-04:00October 6th, 2019|Categories: Sermon, Soul Food|Tags: Beauty and Worship, diversity in God's kingdom, glorifying God through beauty, God and Beauty, Revelation 21:1-4|

This sermon is based on Revelation 21:1-4 and concludes this series.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Goethe said it better than any of the other poets: “Everyone should hear a little music, read a little poetry, and see a fine

2909, 2019

Art for the Soul

Art for the Soul

Dane Lewis2019-10-02T16:26:27-04:00September 29th, 2019|Categories: Sermon, Soul Food|Tags: Beauty and Worship, glorifying God through beauty, God and Beauty, God's workmanship|

This sermon is based on Ephesians 2:8-10.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Goethe said it better than any of the other poets: “Everyone should hear a little music, read a little poetry, and see a fine picture every day of

2209, 2019

God Spoke His Word Because He Wanted to be Known

God Spoke His Word Because He Wanted to be Known

Jo Lewis2019-10-02T16:23:23-04:00September 22nd, 2019|Categories: Before the Beginning, Sermon|Tags: God's creation, Knowing God through His Word, Psalm 19, Special Revelation|

We welcome Rev. Dave Shive as our guest speaker to share this two-part series. This sermon is based on Psalm 19:7-14.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Ever wonder why God chose to create the universe? The answer wasn’t because of

1509, 2019

God Created the Universe Because He Wanted to be Known

God Created the Universe Because He Wanted to be Known

Guest Speaker2019-10-02T16:23:50-04:00September 15th, 2019|Categories: Before the Beginning, Sermon|Tags: General Revelation, God's creation, Psalm 19|

We welcome Rev. Dave Shive as our guest speaker to share this two-part series. This sermon is based on Psalm 19:1-6.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Ever wonder why God chose to create the universe? The answer wasn’t because of

809, 2019

Glory for the Soul

Glory for the Soul

Dane Lewis2019-09-12T07:18:56-04:00September 8th, 2019|Categories: Sermon, Soul Food|Tags: Beauty and Worship, glorifying God through beauty, God and Beauty, Psalm 19|

This sermon is based on Psalm 19:1-4, 7-8, 10, 14.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Goethe said it better than any of the other poets: “Everyone should hear a little music, read a little poetry, and see a fine picture

109, 2019

Beauty for the Soul

Beauty for the Soul

Dane Lewis2019-09-07T22:02:02-04:00September 1st, 2019|Categories: Sermon, Soul Food|Tags: Beauty and Worship, Exodus 35:30-35, God and Beauty|

This sermon is based on Exodus 35:30-35.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Goethe said it better than any of the other poets: “Everyone should hear a little music, read a little poetry, and see a fine picture every day of

1108, 2019

Reading Backwards

Reading Backwards

Dane Lewis2019-08-13T08:10:57-04:00August 11th, 2019|Categories: Moses and the Ex, Sermon|Tags: Exodus and the Kingdom of God, Moses, Revelation 22:1-3, The Exodus|

This sermon is based on Revelation 22:1-3 and concludes this series on Moses and the Ex.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

The Exodus contains the stuff Hollywood moguls can only dream of (see DeMille’s The Ten Commandments; no, literally, see

408, 2019

Moses and the Sea

Moses and the Sea

Dane Lewis2019-08-09T10:57:36-04:00August 4th, 2019|Categories: Moses and the Ex, Sermon|Tags: Egyptian Empire, Exodus 14:10-18, Israel in Egypt, Moses, Pharaoh, The Exodus|

This sermon is based on Exodus 14:10-18.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

The Exodus contains the stuff Hollywood moguls can only dream of (see DeMille’s The Ten Commandments; no, literally, see DeMille’s The Ten Commandments). You have a strong leading

2807, 2019

Moses and the Pharaoh, Part 2

Moses and the Pharaoh, Part 2

Dane Lewis2019-08-03T22:51:36-04:00July 28th, 2019|Categories: Moses and the Ex, Sermon|Tags: 10 plagues, Egyptian Empire, Exodus 12:31-36, Israel in Egypt, Moses, Pharaoh, The Exodus|

This sermon is based on Exodus 12:31-36.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

The Exodus contains the stuff Hollywood moguls can only dream of (see DeMille’s The Ten Commandments; no, literally, see DeMille’s The Ten Commandments). You have a strong leading

2107, 2019

Moses and the Pharaoh

Moses and the Pharaoh

Dane Lewis2019-07-24T16:43:24-04:00July 21st, 2019|Categories: Moses and the Ex, Sermon|Tags: 10 plagues, Egyptian Empire, Exodus 7:8-13, Israel in Egypt, Moses, Pharaoh, The Exodus|

This sermon is based on Exodus 7:8-13.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

The Exodus contains the stuff Hollywood moguls can only dream of (see DeMille’s The Ten Commandments; no, literally, see DeMille’s The Ten Commandments). You have a strong leading

1407, 2019

Moses and God

Moses and God

Dane Lewis2019-07-24T16:40:48-04:00July 14th, 2019|Categories: Moses and the Ex, Sermon|Tags: Egyptian Empire, Exodus 3:11-20, Israel in Egypt, Moses, The Exodus|

This sermon is based on Exodus 3:11-20.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

The Exodus contains the stuff Hollywood moguls can only dream of (see DeMille’s The Ten Commandments; no, literally, see DeMille’s The Ten Commandments). You have a strong leading

707, 2019

Moses and the Empire

Moses and the Empire

Dane Lewis2019-07-10T16:52:23-04:00July 7th, 2019|Categories: Moses and the Ex, Sermon|Tags: Egyptian Empire, Exodus 2:11-22, Israel in Egypt, Moses, Romans 12, The Exodus|

This sermon is based on Exodus 2:11-22.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

The Exodus contains the stuff Hollywood moguls can only dream of (see DeMille’s The Ten Commandments; no, literally, see DeMille’s The Ten Commandments). You have a strong leading

3006, 2019

Moses

Moses

Dane Lewis2019-07-03T23:10:56-04:00June 30th, 2019|Categories: Moses and the Ex, Sermon|Tags: Exodus 2:5-10 and 23-25, Israel in Egypt, Moses, The Exodus|

This sermon is based on Exodus 2:5-10, 23-25.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

The Exodus contains the stuff Hollywood moguls can only dream of (see DeMille’s The Ten Commandments; no, literally, see DeMille’s The Ten Commandments). You have a strong

2306, 2019

Love from Beginning to End

Love from Beginning to End

Dane Lewis2019-06-26T15:47:17-04:00June 23rd, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Everyone Everywhere and All the Time Mandate|Tags: Book of Jonah, God's love for Nineveh, Jonah 3:6-4:3, Love God and Love Others|

This sermon is based on Jonah 3:6 – 4:3.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Yogi Berra once famously said: “In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.” I think we would agree. We all

1606, 2019

Love Your Dad

Love Your Dad

Dane Lewis2019-06-18T11:14:46-04:00June 16th, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Everyone Everywhere and All the Time Mandate|Tags: Father's Day, Father's Role in Parenting, Love Fathers, Love God and Love Others, Proverbs 4:1-9|

This sermon is based on Proverbs 4:1-9.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Yogi Berra once famously said: “In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.” I think we would agree. We all love the

906, 2019

Love Your Enemies

Love Your Enemies

Dane Lewis2019-06-13T22:21:01-04:00June 9th, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Everyone Everywhere and All the Time Mandate|Tags: Love God and Love Others, Love Your Enemies, Romans 12:17-21|

This sermon is based on Romans 12:17-21.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Yogi Berra once famously said: “In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.” I think we would agree. We all love the

206, 2019

Love One Another

Love One Another

Dane Lewis2019-06-05T18:50:10-04:00June 2nd, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Everyone Everywhere and All the Time Mandate|Tags: 1 John 4:7-12, Love God and Love Others, love one another|

This sermon is based on 1 John 4:7-12.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Yogi Berra once famously said: “In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.” I think we would agree. We all love

2605, 2019

Love the Stranger

Love the Stranger

Dane Lewis2019-05-29T18:40:00-04:00May 26th, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Everyone Everywhere and All the Time Mandate|Tags: Love God and Love Others, love the stranger, Zechariah 7:8-11|

This sermon is based on Zechariah 7:8-11

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Yogi Berra once famously said: “In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.” I think we would agree. We all love the

1905, 2019

Love Your Children

Love Your Children

Dane Lewis2019-05-22T19:05:37-04:00May 19th, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Everyone Everywhere and All the Time Mandate|Tags: Colossians 3:12-14, Love God and Love Others, love your children, understanding youth, Youth Culture|

This sermon is based on Colossians 3:12-14.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Yogi Berra once famously said: “In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.” I think we would agree. We all love the

1205, 2019

Love Your Mom

Love Your Mom

Dane Lewis2019-05-15T17:29:16-04:00May 12th, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Everyone Everywhere and All the Time Mandate|Tags: Love for Mothers, Love God and Love Others, Love Your Neighbor, Luke 10:38-42|

This sermon is based on Luke 10:38-42.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Yogi Berra once famously said: “In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.” I think we would agree. We all love the

505, 2019

Love Your Neighbor, Part 2

Love Your Neighbor, Part 2

Dane Lewis2019-05-10T19:42:26-04:00May 5th, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Everyone Everywhere and All the Time Mandate|Tags: Greatest Commandment, Love God and Love Others, Love Your Neighbor, Luke 10:25-37|

This sermon is based on Luke 10:25-37.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Yogi Berra once famously said: “In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.” I think we would agree. We all love the

2804, 2019

Love Your Neighbor

Love Your Neighbor

Dane Lewis2019-05-04T20:46:13-04:00April 28th, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Everyone Everywhere and All the Time Mandate|Tags: Greatest Commandment, Love God and Love Others, Love Your Neighbor, Luke 10:25-37|

This sermon is based on Luke 10:25-37.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Yogi Berra once famously said: “In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.” I think we would agree. We all love the

2104, 2019

“The Story of Jesus (It’s a Story No One Was Expecting)”

“The Story of Jesus (It’s a Story No One Was Expecting)”

Dane Lewis2019-04-24T18:45:44-04:00April 21st, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Story of Jesus|Tags: Easter, Life of Christ, Mark 16:1-8, Resurrection of Jesus, Story of Jesus|

This sermon is based on Mark 16:1-8.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

She wasn’t the brightest bulb on the tree, but she was trying to understand. She was trying to figure out who Jesus was. She knew he was born

1404, 2019

“The Story of Jesus (It’s a Story No One Was Expecting)”

“The Story of Jesus (It’s a Story No One Was Expecting)”

Dane Lewis2019-04-17T11:35:21-04:00April 14th, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Story of Jesus|Tags: Israel and the Church, Life of Christ, Matthew 21:6-13, Story of Jesus|

This sermon is based on Matthew 21:6-13.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

She wasn’t the brightest bulb on the tree, but she was trying to understand. She was trying to figure out who Jesus was. She knew he was born

704, 2019

“The Story of Jesus (It’s the Story of Us)”

“The Story of Jesus (It’s the Story of Us)”

Dane Lewis2019-04-10T18:50:53-04:00April 7th, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Story of Jesus|Tags: Compassion, Israel and the Church, Life of Christ, Luke 22:14-20, Story of Jesus|

This sermon is based on Luke 22:14-20.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

She wasn’t the brightest bulb on the tree, but she was trying to understand. She was trying to figure out who Jesus was. She knew he was born

3103, 2019

“The Story of Jesus (It Is a Story of Compassion)”

“The Story of Jesus (It Is a Story of Compassion)”

Dane Lewis2019-04-06T21:00:30-04:00March 31st, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Story of Jesus|Tags: Compassion, Jesus and Israel, Life of Christ, Matthew 25:31-40, Story of Jesus|

This sermon is based on Matthew 25:31-40.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

She wasn’t the brightest bulb on the tree, but she was trying to understand. She was trying to figure out who Jesus was. She knew he was born

2403, 2019

“The Story of Jesus (It Is the Story of Israel, Part Two)”

“The Story of Jesus (It Is the Story of Israel, Part Two)”

Dane Lewis2019-03-27T15:41:22-04:00March 24th, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Story of Jesus|Tags: Jesus and Israel, Life of Christ, Matthew 4:1-11, Story of Jesus|

This sermon is based on Matthew 4:1-11.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

She wasn’t the brightest bulb on the tree, but she was trying to understand. She was trying to figure out who Jesus was. She knew he was born

1703, 2019

“The Story of Jesus (It Is Not What Anyone Thought)”

“The Story of Jesus (It Is Not What Anyone Thought)”

Dane Lewis2019-03-27T15:42:44-04:00March 17th, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Story of Jesus|Tags: Life of Christ, Mark 8:27-31, Story of Jesus, Suffering of the Messiah|

This sermon is based on Mark 8:27-31.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

She wasn’t the brightest bulb on the tree, but she was trying to understand. She was trying to figure out who Jesus was. She knew he was born

1003, 2019

“The Story of Jesus (It May Be Longer than You Think)”

“The Story of Jesus (It May Be Longer than You Think)”

Dane Lewis2019-03-13T19:06:18-04:00March 10th, 2019|Categories: Sermon, The Story of Jesus|Tags: Jesus as King, Life of Christ, Mark 8:27-31, Story of Jesus|

This sermon is based on Mark 8:27-31.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

She wasn’t the brightest bulb on the tree, but she was trying to understand. She was trying to figure out who Jesus was. She knew he was born

303, 2019

The Cry of Despair

The Cry of Despair

Dane Lewis2019-03-09T11:05:44-05:00March 3rd, 2019|Categories: Follow Your Heart, Sermon|Tags: Despair and Hope, Emotions and worship, Heart for God, Psalm 88:1-4 and 14-18, Worshipping God|

This sermon is based on Psalm 88:1-8, 14-18.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Wisdom teaches us that we are composed of three parts: intellect, emotion and will. But we are not so happy about that. We like to think that

2402, 2019

The Cry of Anger

The Cry of Anger

Dane Lewis2019-02-27T14:37:11-05:00February 24th, 2019|Categories: Follow Your Heart, Sermon|Tags: Emotions and worship, Handling Anger Biblically, Heart for God, Psalm 37:7-13, Worshipping God|

This sermon is based on Psalm 37:7-13.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Wisdom teaches us that we are composed of three parts: intellect, emotion and will. But we are not so happy about that. We like to think that thinking

1702, 2019

The Cry of Love

The Cry of Love

Dane Lewis2019-02-20T20:07:14-05:00February 17th, 2019|Categories: Follow Your Heart, Sermon|Tags: Emotions and worship, Heart for God, Loving God and others, Psalm 85:1-4 and 6-13, Worshipping God|

This sermon is based on Psalm 85:1-4, 6-13.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Wisdom teaches us that we are composed of three parts: intellect, emotion and will. But we are not so happy about that. We like to think that

1002, 2019

The Cry of Joy

The Cry of Joy

Dane Lewis2019-02-12T14:13:39-05:00February 10th, 2019|Categories: Follow Your Heart, Sermon|Tags: Emotions and worship, Heart for God, Joy in the real world, Psalm 126, Worshipping God|

This sermon is based on Psalm 126.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Wisdom teaches us that we are composed of three parts: intellect, emotion and will. But we are not so happy about that. We like to think that thinking

302, 2019

The Cry of Guilt

The Cry of Guilt

Dane Lewis2019-02-04T10:41:59-05:00February 3rd, 2019|Categories: Follow Your Heart, Sermon|Tags: Emotions and worship, handling guilt, Heart for God, Psalm 38, Worshipping God|

This sermon is based on Psalm 38:1-6, 18, 21-22.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Wisdom teaches us that we are composed of three parts: intellect, emotion and will. But we are not so happy about that. We like to think

2701, 2019

The Cry of Fear

The Cry of Fear

Dane Lewis2019-02-04T10:38:52-05:00January 27th, 2019|Categories: Follow Your Heart, Sermon|Tags: Emotions and worship, Heart for God, overcoming fear, Psalm 55, Worshipping God|

This sermon is based on Psalm 55:1-5, 12-15, 16-17, 22-23.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Wisdom teaches us that we are composed of three parts: intellect, emotion and will. But we are not so happy about that. We like to

2001, 2019

The Cry of Longing

The Cry of Longing

Dane Lewis2019-01-23T19:17:22-05:00January 20th, 2019|Categories: Follow Your Heart, Sermon|Tags: Emotions and worship, Heart for God, longing for God, Psalm 84, Worshipping God|

This sermon is based on Psalm 84:1-4, 10-12.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Wisdom teaches us that we are composed of three parts: intellect, emotion and will. But we are not so happy about that. We like to think that

601, 2019

Cry of the Heart

Cry of the Heart

Dane Lewis2019-01-14T17:22:54-05:00January 6th, 2019|Categories: Follow Your Heart, Sermon|Tags: Emotions and worship, Heart for God, lament psalms, Psalm 42:1-5, Worshipping God|

This sermon is based on Psalm 42:1-5.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Wisdom teaches us that we are composed of three parts: intellect, emotion and will. But we are not so happy about that. We like to think that thinking

3012, 2018

Waiting for the Kingdom

Waiting for the Kingdom

Dane Lewis2019-01-05T20:49:52-05:00December 30th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, Waiting for Christmas|Tags: advent, Hope in God, Isaiah 65:17-19, James 5:7-8, Jesus' birth, kingdom of God, waiting|

This sermon is based on Isaiah 65:17-19 and James 5:7-8.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Christmas is a time of waiting. It’s a time of anticipation and hopes and dreams. Everyone loves waiting for Christmas. Life is also a time of waiting. But this

2312, 2018

Waiting for the Messiah

Waiting for the Messiah

Dane Lewis2018-12-27T10:35:19-05:00December 23rd, 2018|Categories: Sermon, Waiting for Christmas|Tags: advent, Hope in God, Jesus' birth, Luke 2:25-32, waiting|

This sermon is based on Luke 2:25-32.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Christmas is a time of waiting. It’s a time of anticipation and hopes and dreams. Everyone loves waiting for Christmas. Life is also a time of waiting. But this waiting is a

1612, 2018

Waiting for Hope

Waiting for Hope

Dane Lewis2018-12-22T21:01:10-05:00December 16th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, Waiting for Christmas|Tags: advent, Hope in God, Jesus' birth, Matthew 2:13-18, waiting|

This sermon is based on Matthew 2:13-18.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Christmas is a time of waiting. It’s a time of anticipation and hopes and dreams. Everyone loves waiting for Christmas. Life is also a time of waiting. But this waiting is a

912, 2018

Waiting for Justice

Waiting for Justice

Dane Lewis2018-12-15T23:26:46-05:00December 9th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, Waiting for Christmas|Tags: advent, God and justice, Jesus' birth, Luke 1:46-55, waiting|

This sermon is based on Luke 1:46-55.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Christmas is a time of waiting. It’s a time of anticipation and hopes and dreams. Everyone loves waiting for Christmas. Life is also a time of waiting. But this waiting is a

212, 2018

The Anguish and Joy of Waiting

The Anguish and Joy of Waiting

Dane Lewis2018-12-08T22:49:14-05:00December 2nd, 2018|Categories: Sermon, Waiting for Christmas|Tags: advent, Jesus' birth, Luke 1:5-18, waiting|

This sermon is based on Luke 1:5-18.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Christmas is a time of waiting. It’s a time of anticipation and hopes and dreams. Everyone loves waiting for Christmas. Life is also a time of waiting. But this waiting is a

2511, 2018

The Thanksgiving Perspective

The Thanksgiving Perspective

Dane Lewis2018-11-28T17:19:48-05:00November 25th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The Thanksgiving Perspective|Tags: freely give, Giving thanks, Matthew 10:5-8, thanksgiving|

This sermon is based on Matthew 10:5-8.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

I think we would all agree that Thanksgiving is a great once-a-year holiday. I think we would also all agree that it would be a terrible thing if

1811, 2018

The Thanksgiving Circumstance

The Thanksgiving Circumstance

Dane Lewis2018-11-24T15:02:49-05:00November 18th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The Thanksgiving Perspective|Tags: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Giving thanks, thanksgiving|

This sermon is based on 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

I think we would all agree that Thanksgiving is a great once-a-year holiday. I think we would also all agree that it would be a terrible thing if

1111, 2018

REthinking Church

REthinking Church

Dane Lewis2018-11-14T19:00:05-05:00November 11th, 2018|Categories: REthinking Church, Sermon|Tags: Being clothed with Christ, Colossians 3:12-14, vision and rallying cry|

This sermon concludes our series, REthinking Church, and is based on Colossians 3:12-14.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Once upon a time there was a church that changed the world, but that was a long time ago. It was a church

411, 2018

2018 Annual State of the Ministry Message

2018 Annual State of the Ministry Message

Dane Lewis2018-11-06T14:36:38-05:00November 4th, 2018|Categories: REthinking Church, Sermon|Tags: Micah 6:8, spiritual formation, vision and rallying cry|

On the occasion of the 16th anniversary of River’s Edge, it’s our privilege to have our annual “State of the Ministry” message where we reflect on the previous year and consider God’s challenge for the

2810, 2018

Called to Grow

Called to Grow

Dane Lewis2018-10-31T18:51:43-04:00October 28th, 2018|Categories: REthinking Church, Sermon|Tags: Christian Community, I Corinthians 9:24-27, spiritual formation, spiritual growth|

This sermon is based on 1 Corinthians 9:24-27.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Once upon a time there was a church that changed the world, but that was a long time ago. It was a church characterized by love, by unity, by compassion,

2110, 2018

The Ministry of Serving

The Ministry of Serving

Dane Lewis2018-10-25T07:08:22-04:00October 21st, 2018|Categories: REthinking Church, Sermon|Tags: Christian Community, encouragement, I Peter 2:9-12, serve one another, serving others|

This sermon is based on 1 Peter 2:9-12.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Once upon a time there was a church that changed the world, but that was a long time ago. It was a church characterized by love, by unity, by compassion,

1410, 2018

The Ministry of Prayer

The Ministry of Prayer

Dane Lewis2018-10-17T19:01:10-04:00October 14th, 2018|Categories: REthinking Church, Sermon|Tags: Christian Community, encouragement, James 5:13-16, prayer as ministry|

This sermon is based on James 5:13-16.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Once upon a time there was a church that changed the world, but that was a long time ago. It was a church characterized by love, by unity, by compassion,

710, 2018

The Ministry of Encouragement

The Ministry of Encouragement

Dane Lewis2018-10-10T17:55:44-04:00October 7th, 2018|Categories: REthinking Church, Sermon|Tags: Christian Community, encouragement, Hebrews 10:24-25|

This sermon is based on Hebrews 10:24-25.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Once upon a time there was a church that changed the world, but that was a long time ago. It was a church characterized by love, by unity, by compassion,

3009, 2018

Encouraging Conversations

Encouraging Conversations

Dane Lewis2018-10-03T15:04:43-04:00September 30th, 2018|Categories: REthinking Church, Sermon|Tags: 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17, Christian Community, encouragement|

This sermon is based on 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Once upon a time there was a church that changed the world, but that was a long time ago. It was a church characterized by love, by unity, by

2309, 2018

Meaningful Conversations

Meaningful Conversations

Dane Lewis2018-09-26T13:45:20-04:00September 23rd, 2018|Categories: REthinking Church, Sermon|Tags: Christian Community, defining unwholesome talk, Ephesians 4:29, meaningful conversations that build up|

This sermon is based on Ephesians 4:29.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Once upon a time there was a church that changed the world, but that was a long time ago. It was a church characterized by love, by unity, by compassion,

1609, 2018

Called into Community

Called into Community

Dane Lewis2018-09-19T18:55:53-04:00September 16th, 2018|Categories: REthinking Church, Sermon|Tags: 1 Thessalonians 5:14-15, Called to be the Church, Christian Community, Role of the Church|

This sermon is based on 1 Thessalonians 5:14-15.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Once upon a time there was a church that changed the world, but that was a long time ago. It was a church characterized by love, by unity, by

909, 2018

Called To Be the Church

Called To Be the Church

Dane Lewis2019-03-09T11:11:24-05:00September 9th, 2018|Categories: REthinking Church, Sermon|Tags: Called to be the Church, Role of the Church, Romans 12:9-16|

This sermon begins our series, REthinking Church, and is based on Romans 12:9-16.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Once upon a time there was a church that changed the world, but that was a long time ago. It was a church characterized by

209, 2018

The Hope of the Covenant

The Hope of the Covenant

Dane Lewis2018-09-08T22:50:20-04:00September 2nd, 2018|Categories: Sermon, Water Water Everywhere|Tags: Genesis 9:8-13, Genesis and grace, God's covenant of promise|

This sermon concludes the series and is based on Genesis 9:8-13.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Water, water everywhere,

God destroys the world he loves in a blink!

Water, water everywhere

2608, 2018

The Call to Greatness

The Call to Greatness

Chris Zang2018-09-26T13:55:14-04:00August 26th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, Water Water Everywhere|Tags: Matthew 18:1-6|

This sermon is shared by our director of international ministries, Chris Zang, while Dane Lewis is away and is based on Matthew 18:1-6.

1908, 2018

The Promise

The Promise

Dane Lewis2018-08-22T11:09:22-04:00August 19th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, Water Water Everywhere|Tags: Genesis 12:1-3, Genesis and grace, God's covenant of promise|

This sermon is based on Genesis 12:1-3. While this sermon does not deal directly with the flood, it provides a needed context for the next sermon in this series, as well as a valuable

1208, 2018

The Bible and the Flood

The Bible and the Flood

Dane Lewis2018-08-15T16:27:05-04:00August 12th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, Water Water Everywhere|Tags: Genesis 6:9-20, Genesis and grace, Genesis and the Bible genre, Noah and the flood|

This sermon is based on Genesis 6:9-20.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Water, water everywhere,

God destroys the world he loves in a blink!

Water, water everywhere

Explain all of this and tell me what to think!

Let’s face

508, 2018

A Flood of Salvation

A Flood of Salvation

Dane Lewis2018-08-07T14:25:22-04:00August 5th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, Water Water Everywhere|Tags: Genesis 6:5-8, Genesis and grace, Noah and the flood|

This sermon is based on Genesis 6:5-8.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Water, water everywhere,

God destroys the world he loves in a blink!

Water, water everywhere

Explain all of this and tell me what to think!

Let’s face

2907, 2018

Why, not When or Where or How

Why, not When or Where or How

Dane Lewis2018-07-31T15:29:52-04:00July 29th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, Water Water Everywhere|Tags: Genesis 6:1-8, Gilgamesh Epic, Nephilim, Noah and the flood|

This sermon serves as an introduction to this new series and is based on Genesis 6:1-8.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Water, water everywhere,

God destroys the world he loves in a blink!

Water, water everywhere

2207, 2018

Truly Great Parents

Truly Great Parents

Dane Lewis2018-07-27T20:54:04-04:00July 22nd, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The Errant Parent|Tags: Godly Parenting, Mary and Joseph, Parenting with Grace|

This sermon is based on Luke 1:46-55.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Parenting is impossible, and nothing is more impossible. And, at the same time, nothing is more important or more wonderful. And kids are great (unless they are being impossible,

1507, 2018

Truly Errant Parents

Truly Errant Parents

Dane Lewis2018-07-27T20:54:21-04:00July 15th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The Errant Parent|Tags: 1 Samuel 2:22-25, Eli and his sons, Godly Parenting, Parenting with Grace|

This sermon is based on 1 Samuel 2:22-25.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Parenting is impossible, and nothing is more impossible. And, at the same time, nothing is more important or more wonderful. And kids are great (unless they are being

1706, 2018

The Power of the Father

The Power of the Father

Dane Lewis2018-06-21T19:51:07-04:00June 17th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The Errant Parent|Tags: Father's Role in Parenting, Godly Parenting, Parenting with Grace, Proverbs 23:24|

This sermon is based on Proverbs 23:24 on Father’s Day when we celebrate and pray for men and their fathers.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Parenting is impossible, and nothing is more impossible. And, at the same time, nothing is

1006, 2018

Parenting and Discipline

Parenting and Discipline

Dane Lewis2018-06-21T19:45:33-04:00June 10th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The Errant Parent|Tags: Godly Parenting, Parenting and Discipline, Parenting with Grace, Proverbs 29:17|

This sermon is based on Proverbs 29:17.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Parenting is impossible, and nothing is more impossible. And, at the same time, nothing is more important or more wonderful. And kids are great (unless they are being impossible,

306, 2018

Parenting and Gracious Words

Parenting and Gracious Words

Dane Lewis2018-06-08T21:04:26-04:00June 3rd, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The Errant Parent|Tags: Godly Parenting, Parenting with Grace, Proverbs 16:24, The Power of the Tongue|

This sermon is based on Proverbs 16:24.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Parenting is impossible, and nothing is more impossible. And, at the same time, nothing is more important or more wonderful. And kids are great (unless they are being impossible,

2705, 2018

The Impossible, Wonderful Calling

The Impossible, Wonderful Calling

Dane Lewis2018-06-02T21:06:25-04:00May 27th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The Errant Parent|Tags: Godly Parenting, Parenting with Grace, Proverbs 22:6|

This sermon is based on Proverbs 22:6.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Parenting is impossible, and nothing is more impossible. And, at the same time, nothing is more important or more wonderful. And kids are great (unless they are being impossible,

2005, 2018

Jesus: The Justice of God

Jesus: The Justice of God

Dane Lewis2018-06-02T21:01:34-04:00May 20th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The "Who" Question|Tags: Jesus and Justice, Justice and Christianity, Luke 4:16-20, Person of Christ, Who is Jesus?|

This sermon is based on Luke 4:16-20.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Years ago, “The Who” asked, “Who are you?” (and if you are not right now chanting, “Who, who, who, who?” in response, you are

1305, 2018

The Woman Wisdom

The Woman Wisdom

Dane Lewis2018-06-02T20:56:34-04:00May 13th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The "Who" Question|Tags: Person of Christ, Proverbs 8:12-21, Who is Jesus?, Woman Wisdom|

This sermon for Mother’s Day is based on Proverbs 8:12-21.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Years ago, “The Who” asked, “Who are you?” (and if you are not right now chanting, “Who, who, who, who?” in response,

605, 2018

The Temple

The Temple

Dane Lewis2018-05-12T23:34:58-04:00May 6th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The "Who" Question|Tags: Jesus and Israel, Jesus and the Temple, John 2:13-22, Person of Christ, Who is Jesus?|

This sermon is based on John 2:13-22.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Years ago, “The Who” asked, “Who are you?” (and if you are not right now chanting, “Who, who, who, who?” in response, you are either

2904, 2018

Israel Revisited

Israel Revisited

Dane Lewis2018-05-02T11:33:57-04:00April 29th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The "Who" Question|Tags: Jesus and Israel, Matthew 4:1-11, Person of Christ, Who is Jesus?|

This sermon is based on Matthew 4:1-11.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Years ago, “The Who” asked, “Who are you?” (and if you are not right now chanting, “Who, who, who, who?” in response, you are either

2204, 2018

A Friend, a Judge, and a Savior

A Friend, a Judge, and a Savior

Dane Lewis2018-04-28T21:03:59-04:00April 22nd, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The "Who" Question|Tags: Matthew 11:16-22, Person of Christ, Who is Jesus?|

This sermon is based on Matthew 11:16-22.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Years ago, “The Who” asked, “Who are you?” (and if you are not right now chanting, “Who, who, who, who?” in response, you are either

1504, 2018

Christ Jesus

Christ Jesus

Dane Lewis2018-04-28T21:00:26-04:00April 15th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The "Who" Question|Tags: Matthew 16:13-20, Person of Christ, Who is Jesus?|

This sermon is based on Matthew 16:13-20.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Years ago, “The Who” asked, “Who are you?” (and if you are not right now chanting, “Who, who, who, who?” in response, you are either

804, 2018

The Kingdom of the Son

The Kingdom of the Son

Dane Lewis2018-04-14T20:27:12-04:00April 8th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The Path Jesus Chose|Tags: apocalyptic literature, Daniel 7:9-14, kingdom of God|

This sermon is based on Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 and concludes our Easter series on “The Path Jesus Chose.”

104, 2018

The End of the Path

The End of the Path

Dane Lewis2018-04-07T10:25:13-04:00April 1st, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The Path Jesus Chose|Tags: Easter, Jesus and the Cross, Passion of Christ, Philippians 2:6-11, Resurrection|

RESURRECTION SUNDAY: This sermon is based on Philippians 2:6-11.

Series Overview:

Choice: it is what makes life rich and interesting. YOU get to choose things that will determine your tomorrows. But it is even more than that:

2503, 2018

The Path into Jerusalem

The Path into Jerusalem

Dane Lewis2018-03-31T21:26:37-04:00March 25th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The Path Jesus Chose|Tags: Easter, Jesus and the Cross, Luke 19:37-44, Passion of Christ, Resurrection, Triumphal Entry|

This sermon is based on Luke 19:37-44.

Series Overview:

Choice: it is what makes life rich and interesting. YOU get to choose things that will determine your tomorrows. But it is even more than that: “We are our

1803, 2018

The Path Jesus Chose

The Path Jesus Chose

Dane Lewis2018-03-24T23:30:44-04:00March 18th, 2018|Categories: Sermon, The Path Jesus Chose|Tags: Easter, Jesus and the Cross, Mark 6:47-52, Passion of Christ, Resurrection|

This sermon is based on Mark 6:47-52.

Series Overview:

Choice: it is what makes life rich and interesting. YOU get to choose things that will determine your tomorrows. But it is even more than that: “We are our

1103, 2018

A Way of Weakness, Part 3

A Way of Weakness, Part 3

Dane Lewis2018-03-17T23:18:50-04:00March 11th, 2018|Categories: A Weak Faith, Sermon|Tags: 2 Corinthians 13:5-6, A "Weak" Faith, Strength through Weakness|

This sermon is based on 2 Corinthians 13:5-6.

Series Overview:

If I was asked for a list of ten things we don’t have enough of, my top three answers would be faith, hope and love, followed

403, 2018

A Way of Weakness, Part 2

A Way of Weakness, Part 2

Dane Lewis2018-03-10T22:26:16-05:00March 4th, 2018|Categories: A Weak Faith, Sermon|Tags: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, A "Weak" Faith, Strength through Weakness|

This sermon is based on 2 Corinthians 12:9-10.

Series Overview:

If I was asked for a list of ten things we don’t have enough of, my top three answers would be faith, hope and love, followed

2502, 2018

A Way of Weakness, Part 1

A Way of Weakness, Part 1

Dane Lewis2018-02-27T23:19:35-05:00February 25th, 2018|Categories: A Weak Faith, Sermon|Tags: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, A "Weak" Faith, Strength through Weakness|

This sermon is based on 2 Corinthians 12:1-10.

Series Overview:

If I was asked for a list of ten things we don’t have enough of, my top three answers would be faith, hope and love, followed

1802, 2018

A Cross-Shaped Faith

A Cross-Shaped Faith

Dane Lewis2018-02-25T00:17:34-05:00February 18th, 2018|Categories: A Weak Faith, Sermon|Tags: 2 Corinthians 11:21-33, A "Weak" Faith, Strength through Weakness|

This sermon is based on 2 Corinthians 11:21-33.

Series Overview:

If I was asked for a list of ten things we don’t have enough of, my top three answers would be faith, hope and love, followed

1102, 2018

A Culture-Shaped Faith, Part 2

A Culture-Shaped Faith, Part 2

Dane Lewis2018-02-24T15:16:55-05:00February 11th, 2018|Categories: A Weak Faith, Sermon|Tags: 2 Corinthians 11:5-15, A "Weak" Faith, Strength through Weakness|

This sermon is based on 2 Corinthians 11:5-15.

Series Overview:

If I was asked for a list of ten things we don’t have enough of, my top three answers would be faith, hope and love, followed

402, 2018

A Culture-Shaped Faith, Part 1

A Culture-Shaped Faith, Part 1

Dane Lewis2018-02-24T15:18:33-05:00February 4th, 2018|Categories: A Weak Faith, Sermon|Tags: 2 Corinthians 11:1-4, A "Weak" Faith, Strength through Weakness|

This sermon is based on 2 Corinthians 11:1-4.

Series Overview:

If I was asked for a list of ten things we don’t have enough of, my top three answers would be faith, hope and love, followed

2801, 2018

Proper Boasting

Proper Boasting

Dane Lewis2018-02-03T11:11:36-05:00January 28th, 2018|Categories: A Weak Faith, Sermon|Tags: 2 Corinthians 10:12-18, A "Weak" Faith, Strength through Weakness|

This sermon is based on 2 Corinthians 10:12-18.

Series Overview:

If I was asked for a list of ten things we don’t have enough of, my top three answers would be faith, hope and love, followed

2101, 2018

A New Community

Guest Speaker2018-01-27T22:19:57-05:00January 21st, 2018|Categories: Sermon|Tags: Community of Believers, Ephesians 2:11-22|

We are grateful to the Lord that Dan Passerelli, pastor to young adults/young families at Chapelgate Presbyterian Church, shared God’s Word with us today while Dane Lewis is home recovering from his wrist surgery.

This

1401, 2018

Intruder Alert

Intruder Alert

Dane Lewis2018-01-17T19:10:05-05:00January 14th, 2018|Categories: A Weak Faith, Sermon|Tags: 2 Corinthians 10-13, A "Weak" Faith, Strength through Weakness|

This sermon is based on 2 Corinthians 10:1-13.

Series Overview:

If I was asked for a list of ten things we don’t have enough of, my top three answers would be faith, hope and love, followed

701, 2018

Getting the New Year Right

Getting the New Year Right

Dane Lewis2018-01-17T16:24:11-05:00January 7th, 2018|Categories: Getting the New Year Right, Sermon|Tags: 1 Timothy 6:17-19, New Year message|

This sermon is based on 1 Timothy 6:17-19.

3112, 2017

The Hope of Dwelling

The Hope of Dwelling

Dane Lewis2018-01-17T16:20:48-05:00December 31st, 2017|Categories: ChristmasY, Sermon|Tags: advent, birth of Jesus, John 1:14-18, Meaning of Christmas|

This sermon is based on John 1:14-18.

Series Overview:

Christmasy — it’s a word. It means “typical of Christmas” or “a special Christmas mood.” Christmas is a word, but it seems to have lost its meaning

2412, 2017

The Hope of Christmas

The Hope of Christmas

Dane Lewis2018-01-17T16:18:40-05:00December 24th, 2017|Categories: ChristmasY, Sermon|Tags: advent, birth of Jesus, Isaiah 9:2-7, Meaning of Christmas|

This sermon is based on Isaiah 9:2-7.

Series Overview:

Christmasy — it’s a word. It means “typical of Christmas” or “a special Christmas mood.” Christmas is a word, but it seems to have lost its meaning

1712, 2017

That Mourns in Lonely Exile Here

That Mourns in Lonely Exile Here

Dane Lewis2018-01-17T16:14:22-05:00December 17th, 2017|Categories: ChristmasY, Sermon|Tags: advent, birth of Jesus, Matthew 2:16-18, Meaning of Christmas|

This sermon is based on Matthew 2:16-18.

Series Overview:

Christmasy — it’s a word. It means “typical of Christmas” or “a special Christmas mood.” Christmas is a word, but it seems to have lost its meaning

1012, 2017

The Sin That Longed for Christmas

The Sin That Longed for Christmas

Dane Lewis2018-01-17T16:15:45-05:00December 10th, 2017|Categories: ChristmasY, Sermon|Tags: advent, birth of Jesus, Matthew 1:18-21, Meaning of Christmas|

This sermon is based on Matthew 1:18-21.

Series Overview:

Christmasy — it’s a word. It means “typical of Christmas” or “a special Christmas mood.” Christmas is a word, but it seems to have lost its meaning

312, 2017

The Love of Christmas

The Love of Christmas

Dane Lewis2018-01-17T16:08:00-05:00December 3rd, 2017|Categories: ChristmasY, Sermon|Tags: 1 John 4:9-10, advent, birth of Jesus, Meaning of Christmas|

This sermon is based on 1 John 4:9-10.

Series Overview:

Christmasy — it’s a word. It means “typical of Christmas” or “a special Christmas mood.” Christmas is a word, but it seems to have lost its

2611, 2017

The Peace of Gratitude

The Peace of Gratitude

Dane Lewis2017-12-02T15:01:50-05:00November 26th, 2017|Categories: A Peace of Gratitude, Sermon|Tags: Colossians 3:15-17, Giving thanks, gratitude, peace of God, peace with others, peace with the world, peace within|

This sermon is based on Colossians 3:15-17.

Series Overview:

Stanley Beamish didn’t have anything going for him. He was weak, afraid and rather pathetic. But all that changed when he took the “power pill” and he

1911, 2017

The Gratitude Initiative

The Gratitude Initiative

Dane Lewis2017-11-26T00:38:59-05:00November 19th, 2017|Categories: A Peace of Gratitude, Sermon|Tags: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Giving thanks, gratitude|

This sermon is based on 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18.

Series Overview:

Stanley Beamish didn’t have anything going for him. He was weak, afraid and rather pathetic. But all that changed when he took the “power pill” and

1211, 2017

State of the Ministry Message 2017

State of the Ministry Message 2017

Dane Lewis2017-11-15T23:09:01-05:00November 12th, 2017|Categories: A Peace of Gratitude, Sermon|Tags: 1 Corinthians 15:58, Giving thanks, gratitude, State of the Ministry|

As we celebrate our church’s 15th anniversary, it is a good time to reflect on all that God has done in our midst as well as consider the challenge from God’s Word for the

511, 2017

Gratitude and Peace Together

Gratitude and Peace Together

Dane Lewis2017-11-15T22:58:39-05:00November 5th, 2017|Categories: A Peace of Gratitude, Sermon|Tags: Giving thanks, gratitude, peace of God, Philippians 4:6-7|

This introductory sermon sets the stage for seeing the connection between gratitude and peace based on Philippians 4:6-7.

Series Overview:

Stanley Beamish didn’t have anything going for him. He was weak, afraid and rather pathetic. But all

2910, 2017

Always Reforming–The Church

Always Reforming–The Church

Dane Lewis2017-11-04T11:33:22-04:00October 29th, 2017|Categories: Always Reforming, Sermon|Tags: Always Reforming, culture and Christianity, Hebrews 10:19-25, Reformation|

May we commit ourselves to growth and health as a church as we consider together Hebrews 10:19-25.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Jodocus van Lodenstein is not a name you hear bantered around at parties a lot, partly because he

1510, 2017

Always Reforming–Culture

Always Reforming–Culture

Dane Lewis2017-10-18T10:38:26-04:00October 15th, 2017|Categories: Always Reforming, Sermon|Tags: 1 Peter 2:11-17, Always Reforming, culture and Christianity, Reformation|

This sermon helps us understand a godly perspective on what Jesus meant about being “in the world, but not of it” so that we are engaged in transforming culture for His glory. It is based

810, 2017

Always Reforming–Ourselves, Part 2

Always Reforming–Ourselves, Part 2

Dane Lewis2017-10-18T10:39:40-04:00October 8th, 2017|Categories: Always Reforming, Sermon|Tags: Always Reforming, Luke 9, Reformation|

This sermon is based on Luke 9:23-24, 57-62.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Jodocus van Lodenstein is not a name you hear bantered around at parties a lot, partly because he died in the 1600’s and partly because Jodocus sounds

110, 2017

Always Reforming–Ourselves

Always Reforming–Ourselves

Dane Lewis2017-10-18T10:31:13-04:00October 1st, 2017|Categories: Always Reforming, Sermon|Tags: Always Reforming, Philippians 3:12-14, Reformation|

This first sermon in our series reminds us how important it is to be “always reforming” ourselves into the image of Christ and is based on Philippians 3:12-14.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Jodocus van Lodenstein is not a name

2409, 2017

A Door of Unbelievable Developments Has Opened

A Door of Unbelievable Developments Has Opened

Dane Lewis2017-10-18T10:24:02-04:00September 24th, 2017|Categories: Everyday Missions, Sermon|Tags: 1 Corinthians 16:5-9, Missions, Stephen and Susan Beck|

We were privileged to have Stephen and Susan Beck, our missionaries in Germany, in our worship service. Stephen opened God’s Word to us from 1 Corinthians 16:5-9, and they both shared powerfully about the amazing things God is

1709, 2017

The LEAPS

The LEAPS

Dane Lewis2017-10-18T10:15:33-04:00September 17th, 2017|Categories: Everyday Missions, Sermon|Tags: Missions, Psalm 108:1-5|

This second sermon in the series introduces the acrostic “LEAPS” as a way to understand our “everyday mission” and is based on Psalm 108:1-5.

L – Live as light

E – Engage in

1009, 2017

Everyday Missions

Everyday Missions

Dane Lewis2017-10-18T10:08:45-04:00September 10th, 2017|Categories: Everyday Missions, Sermon|Tags: Matthew 5:13-16, Missions|

From day one we’ve said that missions are at the heart of our church. And you can see all sorts of ways this idea has shaped our church (the budget, missionary updates, missions conferences,

907, 2017

Going Off on Nineveh, Part 2

Going Off on Nineveh, Part 2

Dane Lewis2017-09-30T22:17:33-04:00July 9th, 2017|Categories: A Whale of a Prophet, Sermon|Tags: 4:1, Jonah 3:10, Nineveh, prophet Jonah, racism in the church, Tarshish|

This sermon continues to explore Jonah’s hatred for Nineveh and how it was steeped in nationalism and racism, much in the same way we are guilty of these same sins in our own lives and

207, 2017

Going Off on Nineveh

Going Off on Nineveh

Dane Lewis2017-07-12T09:20:03-04:00July 2nd, 2017|Categories: A Whale of a Prophet, Sermon|Tags: Jonah 1:1-3, Nineveh, prophet Jonah|

This sermon discusses Jonah’s hatred of Nineveh, based on Jonah 1:1-3.

I can remember the first time I heard the story of Jonah. After I heard the story, I didn’t go swimming for weeks.

2506, 2017

Fresh Off the Boat

Fresh Off the Boat

Dane Lewis2017-07-12T09:20:45-04:00June 25th, 2017|Categories: A Whale of a Prophet, Sermon|Tags: Jonah 2:1-10, Nineveh, prophet Jonah, Tarshish|

This sermon discusses Jonah’s prayer from inside the big fish, based on Jonah 1:1-10.

I can remember the first time I heard the story of Jonah. After I heard the story, I didn’t go

1806, 2017

Running Off

Running Off

Dane Lewis2017-07-12T09:21:50-04:00June 18th, 2017|Categories: A Whale of a Prophet, Sermon|Tags: Jonah 1:8-17, Nineveh, prophet Jonah, Tarshish|

This sermon discusses Jonah’s request that the sailors throw him overboard in order to calm the storm, as well as the remarkable indication of the sailors’ faith, based on Jonah 1:8-17.

I can remember

1106, 2017

Off to a Bad Start

Off to a Bad Start

Dane Lewis2017-07-12T09:22:41-04:00June 11th, 2017|Categories: A Whale of a Prophet, Sermon|Tags: Jonah 1:1-10, Nineveh, prophet Jonah, Tarshish|

This sermon discusses Jonah’s decision to go to Tarshish instead of Nineveh as God had commanded him to do, based on Jonah 1:1-10.

I can remember the first time I heard the story of

406, 2017

Off on the Wrong Foot

Off on the Wrong Foot

Dane Lewis2018-02-24T15:19:12-05:00June 4th, 2017|Categories: A Whale of a Prophet, Sermon|Tags: Jonah 1:1-3, prophet Jonah|

This first sermon of this series gives the background and context for how to examine the book of Jonah, based on Jonah 1:1-3.

I can remember the first time I heard the story of

2805, 2017

The Blessings and Dangers of Doubt, Part 2

The Blessings and Dangers of Doubt, Part 2

Dane Lewis2017-06-17T23:05:18-04:00May 28th, 2017|Categories: Doubting Thomas' Faith, Sermon|Tags: blessings of doubt, dangers of doubt, Faith and doubt, Jude 20-25|

This sermon explores the blessings and dangers of doubt (Part 2) and is based on Jude 20-25.

Let’s take a quiz. Pick one. Doubt is (a) the worst sin imaginable, (b) a terrible weakness

2105, 2017

The Blessings and Dangers of Doubt

The Blessings and Dangers of Doubt

Dane Lewis2017-06-17T22:59:00-04:00May 21st, 2017|Categories: Doubting Thomas' Faith, Sermon|Tags: blessings of doubt, dangers of doubt, Faith and doubt, Jude 17-23|

This sermon explores the blessings and dangers of doubt and is based on Jude 17-23.

Let’s take a quiz. Pick one. Doubt is (a) the worst sin imaginable, (b) a terrible weakness that derails

1405, 2017

Faith and Doubt

Faith and Doubt

Dane Lewis2017-05-20T23:11:23-04:00May 14th, 2017|Categories: Doubting Thomas' Faith, Sermon|Tags: Faith and doubt, Matthew 13:53-58, the faith of Jesus' mother Mary|

On this Mother’s Day, our sermon examines the relationship between faith and doubt based on Matthew 13:53-58, using the faith of Jesus’ mother, Mary, as our example.

Let’s take a quiz. Pick one.

3004, 2017

The Other Doubter

The Other Doubter

Dane Lewis2017-05-20T23:03:00-04:00April 30th, 2017|Categories: Doubting Thomas' Faith, Sermon|Tags: Faith and doubt, Jesus reinstates Peter, John 21:15-19|

After the resurrection when Jesus reinstates Peter, we encounter the way in which Peter doubts (John 21:15-19), which is different from that of Thomas. Peter doubts that he is worthy of being forgiven because

2304, 2017

The Unlikely Doubter

The Unlikely Doubter

Dane Lewis2017-04-29T13:34:20-04:00April 23rd, 2017|Categories: Doubting Thomas' Faith, Sermon|Tags: Doubt and Faith, Doubting Thomas, John 20:24-29|

Let’s take a quiz. Pick one. Doubt is (a) the worst sin imaginable, (b) a terrible weakness that derails people’s faith, (c) a great benefit and encouragement to our faith, or (d) an

1604, 2017

Resurrection Sunday: Christ Alone

Resurrection Sunday: Christ Alone

Dane Lewis2017-04-17T14:55:07-04:00April 16th, 2017|Categories: Sermon|Tags: Jesus is King, Luke 24:1-8, Resurrection Sunday|

What makes the resurrection such a good day? In addition to all the blessings we enjoy in Christ, more importantly, the resurrection fulfills the story of the Bible. Rejoice and

904, 2017

For the Glory of God Alone

For the Glory of God Alone

Dane Lewis2017-04-17T14:39:17-04:00April 9th, 2017|Categories: 5 Solas, Sermon|Tags: for the glory of God alone, John 17:1-5, Palm Sunday, sola Deo gloria|

On this Palm Sunday, our sermon examines the fifth of the Five Solas: For the Glory of God Alone (based on John 17:1-5). In Jesus’ prayer, He asks that God’s glory be revealed in His death

204, 2017

Christ Alone

Christ Alone

Dane Lewis2017-04-08T11:59:21-04:00April 2nd, 2017|Categories: 5 Solas, Sermon|Tags: Acts 4:8-12, Christ alone, sola Christus|

This sermon examines the fourth of the Five Solas: Christ Alone (based on Acts 4:8-12). Here, we rejoice that “salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to

2603, 2017

Scripture Alone

Scripture Alone

Dane Lewis2017-04-08T11:58:38-04:00March 26th, 2017|Categories: 5 Solas, Sermon|Tags: 2 Timothy 3:14-17, Scripture alone, Scripture is God-breathed, sola Scriptura|

This sermon examines the third of the Five Solas: Scripture Alone (based on 2 Timothy 3:14-17). Knowing what Paul meant when he states that all Scripture is “God-breathed” gives us confidence that God’s Word is

1903, 2017

By Faith Alone

By Faith Alone

Dane Lewis2017-04-08T11:58:24-04:00March 19th, 2017|Categories: 5 Solas, Sermon|Tags: by faith alone, James 2:14-19, Romans 1:17, sola fide|

By the time the Reformation was in full swing, everyone knew the gospel could be reduced to the “Five Solas” (think of them as the Reformation’s “five spiritual laws,” but in Latin). Now

1203, 2017

By Grace Alone

By Grace Alone

Dane Lewis2017-03-15T16:09:23-04:00March 12th, 2017|Categories: 5 Solas, Sermon|Tags: Ephesians 2:1-10, God's grace, salvation by grace alone, sola gratia|

By the time the Reformation was in full swing, everyone knew the gospel could be reduced to the “Five Solas” (think of them as the Reformation’s “five spiritual laws,” but in Latin). Now

503, 2017

Love and the Gift of Forgiveness

Love and the Gift of Forgiveness

Dane Lewis2017-03-15T16:10:11-04:00March 5th, 2017|Categories: Sermon, The Other Approach|Tags: Colossians 3:12-14, forgiveness, forgiving one another, other-centered living|

Based on Colossians 3:12-14, consider how we can build up stronger relationships by forgiving one another as a conclusion to our series, The Other Approach.

2602, 2017

Love and the Removal of Fear

Love and the Removal of Fear

Dane Lewis2017-03-15T15:57:01-04:00February 26th, 2017|Categories: Sermon, The Other Approach|Tags: 1 John 4:15-18, other-centered living, perfect love drives out fear, removing fear|

Since God teaches that “perfect love drives out fear,” it stands to reason that we are also called to serve others by helping to “remove or minimize” the fears they carry in their hearts. Based

1902, 2017

Meeting the Needs of the Other

Meeting the Needs of the Other

Dane Lewis2017-02-25T09:49:36-05:00February 19th, 2017|Categories: Sermon, The Other Approach|Tags: Galatians 5:13-15, other-centered living, serve one another|

God calls us to “serve one another”; therefore, this sermon takes a closer look at what it means to Meet the Needs of the Other based on Galatians 5:13-15 in order to embrace The Other

1902, 2017

Out on a Limn, February 19, 2017

Out on a Limn, February 19, 2017

Dane Lewis2017-02-25T10:04:34-05:00February 19th, 2017|Categories: Limn, Sermon|Tags: Galatians 5:13-15, other-centered living, serve one another|

This portion of our worship service called “Out on a Limn*” is designed to give a “visual or practical application” of our main theme for a particular worship service.

This “Limn” was part of our series, The

502, 2017

Listening to the Other

Listening to the Other

Dane Lewis2017-02-25T10:02:37-05:00February 5th, 2017|Categories: Sermon, The Other Approach|Tags: Ephesians 4:29, listening skills, other-centered living, unwholesome talk|

Ephesians 4:29 gives us great guidelines for when to speak and when to listen, as well as a solid treatment of the often-misunderstood concept of what is meant by “wholesome talk” as opposed to “unwholesome

502, 2017

Out on a Limn, February 5, 2017

Out on a Limn, February 5, 2017

Dane Lewis2017-02-25T10:04:05-05:00February 5th, 2017|Categories: Limn, Sermon|Tags: Ephesians 4:29, listening skills, other-centered living|

This portion of our worship service called “Out on a Limn*” is designed to give a “visual or practical application” of our main theme for a particular worship service.

This “Limn” was part of our series, The

2901, 2017

The Other Approach

The Other Approach

Dane Lewis2017-01-30T14:14:19-05:00January 29th, 2017|Categories: Sermon, The Other Approach|Tags: law of Christ, love one another, love your neighbor as yourself, Romans 13:8-10|

Based on Romans 13:8-10, this sermon begins to explore an other-centered approach to relationships in light of God’s command to “love one another” and to “love your neighbor as yourself.”

2201, 2017

The Selfish Approach, Part 2

The Selfish Approach, Part 2

Dane Lewis2017-01-30T14:11:10-05:00January 22nd, 2017|Categories: Sermon, The Other Approach|Tags: 1 Corinthians 13, love one another|

This sermon continues the study of how a selfish approach to relationships violates 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 and leads to difficult relationships that are not based on love.

1501, 2017

The Selfish Approach, Part 1

The Selfish Approach, Part 1

Dane Lewis2017-01-21T23:10:34-05:00January 15th, 2017|Categories: The Other Approach|Tags: 1 Corinthians 13, Apostle Paul's teaching on love, Other-centered Relationships|

When we look at our strained relationships, we ought to be able to identify where the train went off the tracks. And we can. It’s our approach. We love the self-centered approach, but

801, 2017

A House Filled with Glory

A House Filled with Glory

Zach Rallo2017-03-04T11:40:32-05:00January 8th, 2017|Categories: Sermon|Tags: God's glory, Haggai, Kingdom perspectives, New Year message|

The New Year is an opportunity. Our hearts and minds are pointed towards the future, and we have a chance to set goals that are good and wise. 2,500 years ago, the nation

1812, 2016

“The Coming of One a Little Lower than the Angels” based on Psalm 8

“The Coming of One a Little Lower than the Angels” based on Psalm 8

Dane Lewis2017-01-21T23:01:26-05:00December 18th, 2016|Categories: Sermon, The Psalms of Christmas|Tags: Christmas and Jesus' birth, prophecy of Jesus' birth, Psalm 8|

This sermon helps us understand the Psalms’ prophecy of Jesus’ birth more clearly.

1112, 2016

The Coming King

The Coming King

Dane Lewis2017-03-04T11:40:32-05:00December 11th, 2016|Categories: Blog, Sermon, The Psalms of Christmas|Tags: Christ Promised in the Psalms, Christmas, Psalm 2|

You can’t really understand Christmas without understanding the Old Testament. And that means you can’t truly sing about Christmas without first singing the songs of the Old Testament, the Psalms. And at Christmas time, you’ve

412, 2016

The Birth of the Messiah King

The Birth of the Messiah King

Dane Lewis2016-12-09T10:07:52-05:00December 4th, 2016|Categories: Major Hits of the Minor Prophets, Sermon|Tags: Messiah prophesied, Micah 5, minor prophets|

As we move fully into the Advent season, this is a fitting conclusion to our series on the Minor Prophets as we explore their understanding of the coming Messiah, based on Micah 5:1-9.

2011, 2016

A Prophet’s Thanksgiving

A Prophet’s Thanksgiving

Dane Lewis2016-11-23T10:12:05-05:00November 20th, 2016|Categories: Major Hits of the Minor Prophets, Sermon|Tags: God's remnant, Micah 7, people of God, thanksgiving|

“A Prophet’s Thanksgiving” based on Micah 7:14-20

1311, 2016

Out on a Limn 161113

Out on a Limn 161113

Dane Lewis2016-11-14T11:15:18-05:00November 13th, 2016|Categories: Limn, Sermon|Tags: minor prophets|

This portion of our worship service called “Out on a Limn*” is designed to give a “visual or practical application” of our main theme for a particular worship service.

This “Limn” was part of our series, Major

1311, 2016

Just Believing

Just Believing

Dane Lewis2016-11-14T11:33:26-05:00November 13th, 2016|Categories: Major Hits of the Minor Prophets, Sermon|Tags: book of Amos, God and justice, minor prophets, social justice|

Sermon that passionately reminds us that God is a God of justice and desires that His followers fight for social justice, too. Based on Amos 5:10-15, 21-24.

To hear the accompanying “Out on a Limn” and

611, 2016

State of the Ministry 2016

State of the Ministry 2016

Dane Lewis2016-11-11T09:36:22-05:00November 6th, 2016|Categories: Major Hits of the Minor Prophets, Sermon|Tags: core values, Galatians 6:9-10, mission of the church, spiritual growth|

As we celebrate the 14th anniversary of our church, it is a good time to reflect on God’s blessings of where we’ve been, where we are and also to consider the challenge from God’s Word

611, 2016

Out on a Limn

Out on a Limn

Dane Lewis2016-11-11T09:38:11-05:00November 6th, 2016|Categories: Limn, Sermon|Tags: River's Edge Community Church history, serving God by volunteering, volunteerism|

This portion of our worship service called “Out on a Limn*” is designed to give a “visual or practical application” of our main theme for a particular worship service.

In this “Limn,” Dane first rehearsed a little

3010, 2016

The Day of the Lord

The Day of the Lord

Dane Lewis2016-11-07T11:11:27-05:00October 30th, 2016|Categories: Major Hits of the Minor Prophets, Sermon|Tags: Apostle Peter's sermon in Acts 2, Day of Pentecost, Day of the Lord, Joel 2|

How we understand the “Day of the Lord” will be either as a day of judgment OR as a day of deliverance and rejoicing depending on whether we are willing to repent and return to

2310, 2016

Words of Repentance and Hope

Words of Repentance and Hope

Dane Lewis2016-11-07T11:12:41-05:00October 23rd, 2016|Categories: Major Hits of the Minor Prophets, Sermon|Tags: God's love and grace, Hosea 14:1-9, Hosea and Gomer, repentance|

While we often think of the minor prophets as only preaching judgment and doom, here we are reminded of the lengths to which God goes to show us his unrelenting love and grace as we

1610, 2016

The Awakening

The Awakening

Dane Lewis2016-11-07T11:13:17-05:00October 16th, 2016|Categories: Major Hits of the Minor Prophets, Sermon|Tags: Amos 4:4-12, book of Amos, minor prophets|

New teaching series on the “Major Hits” (key messages) of the Minor Prophets. This first sermon is based on Amos 4:4-12.

910, 2016

New Worship

New Worship

Chris Zang2016-11-07T11:14:02-05:00October 9th, 2016|Categories: New Through and Through Series, Sermon|Tags: Jesus and the Samaritan woman, John 4, worship in spirit and in truth|

Chris Zang, our Director of International Ministries, explores our New Worship priorities based on Jesus’ encounter with the Samaritan woman in John 4:4-18.

210, 2016

A New Allegiance

A New Allegiance

Dane Lewis2016-11-07T11:15:59-05:00October 2nd, 2016|Categories: New Through and Through Series, Sermon|Tags: kingdom of God, Mark 12, new allegiance|

Being made new in Christ gives us a new allegiance to God’s kingdom based on Mark 12:13-17.

2509, 2016

A New Status

A New Status

Dane Lewis2016-11-04T10:11:08-04:00September 25th, 2016|Categories: New Through and Through Series, Sermon|Tags: being like Jesus, humility, made new in Christ, Philippians 2|

Since all things are made new in Christ, we have a new status to be like Jesus in our humility (Philippians 2:3-4).

1809, 2016

A New Way of Serving

A New Way of Serving

Dane Lewis2016-11-04T10:11:23-04:00September 18th, 2016|Categories: New Through and Through Series, Sermon|Tags: new in Christ, Romans 7, serving others|

The Bible tells us we have been made new in Christ, and this means we now have a new way of serving others. This sermon is based on Romans 7:4-6.

1109, 2016

New Through and Through

New Through and Through

Dane Lewis2016-11-04T10:11:49-04:00September 11th, 2016|Categories: New Through and Through Series, Sermon|Tags: John 13:34-35, new commandment to love, New Creation|

When we become a “new creation” in Christ, we are given a new commandment based on John 13:34-35.

2808, 2016

The Story of Jesus

The Story of Jesus

Zach Rallo2016-11-07T11:16:49-05:00August 28th, 2016|Categories: Sermon, The Story Series|Tags: Hebrews 1, Jesus|

Zach Rallo, Director of Youth Ministries, shares God’s Word about the overarching story of Jesus in the Bible based on Hebrews 1:1-5, 8-13.

2108, 2016

The Story of Israel

The Story of Israel

Dane Lewis2016-11-07T11:17:30-05:00August 21st, 2016|Categories: Sermon, The Story Series|Tags: 1 Peter 2:9-10, Bible Overview, Dane Lewis, Israel|

In this series, we trace the big story of the Bible from cover to cover. This sermon examines the story of Israel using 1 Peter 2:9-10 as our launching pad.