Setting boundaries is important. But, how do you do it without fear of how people will react, or keeping yourself from feeling guilty. Pastor Jim explores why setting boundaries might…
What's your backstory? For many of us, there are some things we’d just rather leave in the past. Yet, when we come to understand the power of our backstory, we…
If you had one last lesson to teach, one gem of wisdom to share, what would it be? That was the challenge for Pastor Winter, and you might be surprised…
Janis Joplin once said, ‘I can talk about music because I’m inside of it.’ Find the special thing you’re inside of, that God gave you to share. Lose yourself in…
Perhaps the standard of what 'success' looks like in the world is not what it looks like to God. Maybe the way we’ve done things before, is not the way…
The church should embody a heart of peace, even for those viewed as oppressors. How is this even possible? Sr. Pastor Greg Weeks explores some thoughts.
Who really is in charge? We strive to master our lives and our world, but there are some things only God can make happen. Here are some inspiring thoughts.
Christ has broken down ALL human distinctions. Will you embody this by caring for others who are unlike you in age, race, sexuality, gender, wealth, education, etc.? Find out how.
Jesus’ simple 'love your neighbor as yourself' is a clear way of determining right from wrong. Your neighbor, by definition, may have differing experiences, background, views, but they are still…
On Pentecost, the Holy Spirit descended and the Church of Jesus Christ was born. Since then, Christians have been the craziest, most counter cultural people in the world. But, are…
In Romans 8:22-27 we read '...the Spirit helps us in our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but that very Spirit intercedes with sighs…
"Love is patient, love is kind." Imagine if everyone would naturally extend grace to the generation that came before, as well as the generation that follows.” Don't miss this Mother's…
Have you ever found yourself frustrated because your mobile phone battery is almost drained? Here's how we can “Plug into Jesus” so that our spiritual battery stayes charged.
Think of someone you love deeply. Your relationship with God is every bit as real. Through the love-language of prayer, perspective shifts, and it’s a new day.
Jesus is our link to God. Through Him, we experience God’s presence and desire for our lives. It’s NOT rational, but spiritual, which is what makes Jesus so amazing.
“The Lord is my shepherd…” In the midst of darkness and pain there is still the excruciating beauty of living in the moment. Think you know Psalm 23? Look Again…
God is infinitely above us in every aspect. To think you understand one part of God, you are confronted by the total opposite: infinitely wise yet amazingly simple.
Rev. Steve Harbaugh is a gifted speaker and teacher. His message, 'We Are Family,' was delivered at Manchester United Methodist Church's historic chapel.
You are not who you think you are. We are limited people, controlled by forces beyond our understanding, and seeing things from skewed perspectives. So, to be able to say…
Easter is preceded by a jumble of emotions, but the appearance of Christ brings PEACE. Find out what peace really means in the Easter sermon by Sr. Pastor Greg Weeks.
The jolts in our lives often make us look at things from a broader perspective. We can understand them better by seeking God’s direction and celebrating what we discover.
“…fear out of proportion, fear that plays upon insecurities and builds artificial barriers between us, is fear that cheats us of all that God intends us to be.” (William H.…
The thing about being a Christian, is that it’s kind of difficult. Often, the way of the world is easier than the way of Christ. But, the way of Christ,…
This sermon is part of a series on 'Navigating Life's Changes.' To live is to change, and growing up means going through transitions, both easy and difficult. But, our faith…
Lent is the perfect time to reflect on the life we live and the life that Jesus lived, but also to remember that death will find us—as death found Christ.…
Clinging to God in the midst of suffering purifies us, especially purifying our ability to love. What needs to be burned away in your life: jealousy, anger impatience?
All our training in Boot Camp Discipleship hasn't been so we can stay inside the church, it's to go beyond the church walls. What's your mission for Christ?
The Gospel makes us more than we could ever be alone. It has the power of healing our sickness and removing our demons. Discover how God in our lives both…
