Last week we heard how belief can make you whole. Belief can also make you bold! And beyond bold, belief can make you have beautiful feet. Now few people think of feet as a beautiful thing, but there is a saying in the Bible all about our feet, and how they can be absolutely beautiful. (click for Sermon Notes)
How do we deal with the struggle between belief and unbelief? (Sermon Notes)
How can you believe in a heartless God who doesn't care? This is a common question, and the question of suffering and pain has been a barrier of belief throughout history. So where is God in the pain, and why does God allow such suffering? (click here for Sermon Notes)
What does it mean to "feel God" in your life? If you don't feel it, can you believe it? This message explores the connections between feeling and faith. (Sermon Notes)
We all like a good party, but some people think that God is the ulitimate killjoy. Well, that is simply not true. God is the source of joy, not the end of it. Something which really can be a killjoy is religion. So how do we find what God wants for our lives? It starts with belief - in the right things! (Sermon Notes)
Do you ever feel that God isn't keeping up his end of the bargain? It can be hard to maintain your faith when God doesn't give us what we are expecting. Sometime this just might mean we are expecting the wrong things... Listen to this message from Pastor Dave Ewert and be encouraged in your faith. (Sermon Notes)
Stop and Listen - this is the call of God when we are at a crossroads. As you enter a new year, allow Pastor Dave Ewert to guide you into the words of the prophet Jeremiah, and onto the ancient paths. (Sermon Notes)
Why don't people have the hope, peace, and joy that we talk about at Christmas? Why don't I feel it all the time? The reality is that our faith is a constant process, and we must realize that it is active not passive. This Christmas, know that God actively loves you. Because Love is an Action - We have Christmas. (Sermon Notes)
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How does what you think impact the joy in your life? God has a great plan and wants you to understand and be part of it. When our thinking is right, joy increases. (Sermon Notes)
If our hope can be built upon the knowledge that we are known and loved by God personally and unconditionally, where do we find peace? We need to do some soul work to have the peace that Christ promises. What truths dispell the lies which keep us on edge in our lives? (Sermon Notes)
We can believe lies that keep us in darkness. There are simple truths which can crush the lies, and let in the light. Maybe you have heard it a thousand times, but does God really love you? Why do people say that God loves you? And how can this simple fact change you life? This Advent Season, let's let in God's light. (Sermon Notes)
What can we do to have the best holidays possible? What does God say about Happy Holidays? Actually there is some great advice, if we are open to listen to it. (Click for Sermon Notes)
This week's topic is Making Big Decisions. Every decision shapes who we are, but some define who we are. How do we make them well and in line with God's will? (Sermon Notes)
The Bible brings up parenting a lot! But have you noticed people tend to go one way or the other. Either they give too much (unwanted) advice, or they are afraid to say much of anything. Family is personal, and it is easy to get defensive, but we might as well admit it, God gives good advice. In this message we will be looking for universal truths and helpful wisdom for all parents. Let's listen to some helpful wisdom. (Click for Sermon Notes)
How can you best share your faith? If I'm asked that question, my mind first goes to what words to use. The best way to explain what I believe and why. But that is not where Jesus starts. When Jesus starts teaching, as recorded by Matthew, he challenges us to who we can be, and then compares those who follow him to shining lights. How can we "let our light shine before others that they might glorify our Father in heaven"?
Be encouraged to SHINE! (click here to download the Sermon Notes)
On Oct 29 - Reformation Sunday we had the priviledge to hear from Pastor David Jones from Greenbush Reformed Church. He shared a great message from a pivotal moment in the life of one of Jesus' disciplles. Sometimes spiritual growth causes growing pains, but maybe it is true - no pain, no gain... (Sermon Notes)
Money is personal, and marriage is personal and emotional. So this week we go deeper.
The Bible is far from silent about marriage. While there is some great advice given by God on making marriage work, from commuication to forgiveness, from sex to honestly - to really understand the model of marriage God has for couples we must get to a fundimental message of Jesus. And this isn't something for only picture book perfect marriages, but it is tranformational in unions that are far from ideal. God has a plan, and it can change your life! (Sermon Notes)
What is one piece of advice to anchor your financial life into God's ways and God's blessings? Well, the ancient prophet Malachi shares and important word from God, and it will impact your life as a Christian unlike almost any other advice. (Click to open the Sermon Notes)
A new sermon series at Emmanuel. We might as well admit it - God gives good advice.
Implied in the word coexist is the idea of peace. We are called to live at peace, but at the same time, strive for the things of God's Kingdom. This will mean change in our lives, and being agents of change in the world. Some might say that coexisting in peace with other relgions and cultures means that sharing about your faith is out of bounds. That simply isn't true. This message will bring together peace within us, peace with others, and peace with God. (Sermon Notes - HERE)