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These sermons were preached in our Sunday morning worship service, but were not part of a sermon series. They are arranged in order by text.

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The God Who Speaks & Doesn’t Stutter
Text: Psalm 19:1-14 Date: 12/27/2009 Speaker: Gary Kirst
Description: As we look ahead to the new year, let’s remember how gracious God has been in revealing himself to us, both through the creation, and most perfectly, through his Word. Listen for a very specific (and practical) New Year’s challenge.

From Guilt to Gladness
Text: Psalm 32:1-11 Date: 02/21/2010 Speaker: Neal Patel
Description: We discover the happiness that is ours when we confess our sins and find the LORD’s forgiveness.

Getting Established
Text: Psalm 90 Date: 12/28/2008 Speaker: Neal Patel
Description: Exploring the New Year’s challenge God has for us

Politically Incorrect Religion
Text: Psalm 96:1-13 Date: 07/13/2008 Speaker: Neal Patel
Description: We will celebrate the glory of the LORD among the nations from Psalm 96.

Note to Self: Bless the Lord
Text: Psalm 103:1-22 Date: 11/22/2009 Speaker: Neal Patel
Description: Do you ever talk to yourself? King David did. In this Thanksgiving message we hear David urging himself and all of creation to bless the Lord.

What We Know and Believe vs. What We Do!
Text: Jonah 1-3 Date: 05/02/2010 Speaker: Sammy Murimi
Description: How much of what we believe do we put into practice? Jonah shows us what God being God can do through us when we choose to obey.

Honoring Mom
Text: Matthew 15:1-9 Date: 05/09/2010 Speaker: Gary Kirst
Description: Jesus’ affirmation that honoring parents reveals true godliness.

The Humble King & His Humble Kingdom
Text: Matthew 21:1-11 Date: 03/28/2010 Speaker: Neal Patel
Description: The very unusual “triumphal entry” of King Jesus.

Good News of Great Joy
Text: Luke 2:8-11 Date: 12/20/2009 Speaker: Neal Patel
Description: The arrival of King Jesus means good news for God’s people, and results in great joy!

Triumph Over Temptation
Text: Luke 4:1-13 Date: 08/09/2009 Speaker: Neal Patel
Description: Is the Old Testament relevant for us today? Yes, it is. It’s vital for the Christian life.

The Journey Home
Text: Luke 15:11-32 Date: 03/21/2010 Speaker: Gary Kirst
Description: The cherished “Prodigal Son” story, told by Jesus, really is the story of every sinner who returns to the Father. Where are you in your journey home?

Christ’s Kingdom and the Clash of Culture
Text: Acts 10:1-48 Date: 05/03/2009 Speaker: Craig Darling
Description: God is decisively stirring the hearts of his people to see the world as he perceives it and is sovereignly directing their steps by his Spirit. God uses individuals like us to communicate the gospel of grace as a means of salvation to all who believe.

Christ Among Other Gods
Text: Acts 17:16-34 Date: 04/04/2010 Speaker: Gary Kirst
Description: Just like the people of Athens, we live in a world with many, many gods. It is the resurrection that sets Jesus apart. The Athenians had a hard time with the thought of a man rising from the dead. Do you?

Truly Thankful
Text: Romans 5:1-5 Date: 11/23/2008 Speaker: Jared Hendricks
Description: As we head into the Thanksgiving holiday, how good it is to let God’s Word set the tone in our hearts.

Satan's Soon Destruction
Text: Romans 16:20 Date: 10/19/2008 Speaker: Neal Patel
Description: The good news of our final victory.
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Free from All, Servant of All
Text: 1 Corinthians 9:1-17 Date: 08/16/2009 Speaker: Tim Wagner
Description: The Gospel message is in jeopardy at the Corinthian church. They are ready to discard the Apostle Paul and his teaching. Why are the Corinthians up in arms against Paul? What is Paul’s defense?

A Word from God Before the Election
Text: 1 Timothy 2:1-8 Date: 11/02/2008 Speaker: Gary Kirst
Description: On the Sunday before the election we need God’s perspective on our political situation!

We Still Have a Race to Run
Text: Hebrews 12:1-17 Date: 09/20/2009 Speaker: Neal Patel
Description: Have we lost the fear of God? Here is what a healthy fear of God looks like.

Living Toward the Unshakeable Kingdom
Text: Hebrews 12:18-29 Date: 10/11/2009 Speaker: Neal Patel
Description: We need to offer God acceptable worship for he is a consuming fire.

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