"God For Us"

Titus 3:4-7

Rev Charlie Phillips

Join us this Christmas Eve as we conclude our Advent series “God With Us”. In the morning we’ll be studying the ways in which God is “for” us. The Apostle Paul said, “If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son but gave him up for us all, how will he not also with him graciously give us all things?” In the evening, after hearing and singing of God’s incredible love we’ll contemplate God being “above” us via the ascension of Christ at the end of His glorious Incarnation season. See you soon!

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"God Among Us"

Colossians 1:18-20

Rev. Charlie Phillips

The first verse of “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” tells the story of the Incarnation so well - “O come O come, Emmanuel and ransom captive Israel, that mourns in lonely exile here, until the Son of God appear. Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel, shall come to thee, O Israel”. Can you feel the desperation? Namely, that the transcendent God of the universe MUST come near. All of life would feel like an extreme exile without His presence, and yet the fullness of God was pleased to dwell in the Son and the Son was was pleased to dwell among us for a season…a season of hope and redemption. Join us this Sunday as we gather to call on Him together.

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A Religiously Worldly Worldview

1 Samuel 14:24-46

Rev Charlie Phillips

Just when things seemed to be going so well for the Israelites with the Philistines being routed mightily Saul once again shows his colors. Once again the contrast between Saul and Jonathan couldn’t be any greater-their perspective of God leading to a prescription for living. Join us as we gather one last Sunday before Advent to learn about the effects our view of God has on the way we live.

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Daring Faith

1 Samuel 14:1-23

Rev. Charlie Phillips

Have you ever felt like you play it too safe in life; that there’s a part of you that wants to do big things in this world in light of the fact that you serve big God? If so, 1 Samuel 14 is for you! In this passage we’ll encounter the king’s son, Jonathan, as he displays a daring faith for the Lord. See you on Sunday!

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"The End of the Line"

1 Samuel 13:1-23

Rev. Charlie Phillips

At just the beginning of the monarchy in Israel things hit an impasse when Israel’s first king made a sacrifice-a burnt offering to seek the favor of the Lord. How could a sacrifice to God cause an impasse? Why was Saul punished for doing what most would deem a good thing? Find out why this coming Sunday as we observe the sunset of Saul’s line as king.

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"God Uses Donkeys"

1 Samuel 9: 1-27

Rev. Charlie Phillips

This Sunday we begin a new section in 1 Samuel as the sun rises on the monarchy. The scene unfolds with a search for donkeys and ends with the elevation of a nobody from the land of Benjamin named Saul. Come ready to observe the incredible ways God works in, through, and around His people to accomplish His purposes!

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"Like All the Nations"

1 Samuel 8:1-22

Rev. Charlie Phillips

This past Sunday pastor Mark Bates encouraged us to live on mission—that we as a people set apart by God have an important role in reaching the world. But what happens when God’s set apart people no longer act set apart from the world? What happens when they instead prefer to be set apart from God? Join us this week as we encounter the dawn of the monarchy in Israel.

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"Five Blind Mice and One Holy God"

1 Samuel 6:1-7:2

Rev. Charlie Phillips

RC Sproul taught that when we begin to understand the character of God we begin to understand His holiness. And when we begin to understand His holiness we begin to understand our sin and hopelessness. And when we begin to understand the depth of our sin we cling to God like no other! Unfortunately, the holiness of God has often taken a backseat in Christianity. Thankfully God has given us passages like 1 Samuel 6! Join us this week as the ark finally lands back in good hands!

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"Our God is Greater"

1 Samuel 5:1-12

Rev. Charlie Phillips

How do you process life when the chips are down—and not just personally, but culturally? Is God still out there? Is He mighty enough to defeat His and our enemies? Will they get away with their sin in the end? This Sunday we’ll be diving into chapter 5 and studying the arrogant Philistines as they attempt to put God in His place. See you soon!

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"The Lost Ark"

1 Samuel 4:1b-22

Rev. Charlie Phillips

Have you ever found yourself seeking the blessings of God without the presence of God? John Woodhouse said that religion for many people is not a seeking after God but a seeking after his power. Does that describe believers today or even you? Join us this Sunday as we study a power struggle between Israel and her enemies with a failed power grab by God’s people.

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"God Speaks"

1 Samuel 3:1-4a

Rev. Charlie Phillips

What would life be like if you didn’t have God’s Word? We sometimes take the Bible for granted because there are millions of copies in hundreds of different languages. Not only that but there are numerous apps, thousands of websites, and a plethora of churches in our country all espousing and promoting God’s Word. But what if all of this went away? What would our lives be like? That’s the context for Israel when Samuel was born. But because of God’s faithfulness and grace it wouldn’t continue that way. Join us this week as we encounter God reviving His Word by establishing Israel’s first prophet.

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"Out of the Ashes"

1 Samuel 2:12-36

Rev. Charlie Phillips

In 1 Samuel chapter 1 we learned of the spiritual desolation of God’s people following the period of the Judges. As we move into chapter 2 we learn just how devastating the desolation was-resulting in a corrupt priesthood. But amidst the darkness and desolation we also see glimpses of light-embers in the ashes. Join us this Sunday as we study God’s steadfast love amidst the ruins.

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"Giving Until it Hurts"

Philippians 4:14-26

Rev. Charlie Phillips

St. Francis of Assisi said, “above all the grace and the gifts that Christ gives to his beloved is that of overcoming self”. There are few people more infamous in Christendom than St. Francis of Assisi in regard to self-sacrifice-giving up a life of inherited luxury to serve the poor and unprivileged. A life like his leaves behind a ripple. It makes us ponder the weight of sacrificing self. Join us this Sunday for our last sermon in the book of Philippians as we dive deep into the gift, joy, and power of self-sacrifice.

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"The Secret of Contentment"

Philippians 4:10-13

Rev. Charlie Phillips

This past week I googled “contentment in America” and up came study after study showing that Americans are less content and satisfied than they’ve been in 50 years. This is despite the fact that the average American home has grown from a modest 983 square feet to 2,436 square feet and is filled with with approximately 300,000 items! Given that we have so much, why are we so discontent? Join us this Sunday as Paul teaches us the secret to contentment.

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"Breaking the Anxiety Cycle"

Philippians4:6-7

Rev. Charlie Phillips

Charles Spurgeon rightly said that “anxiety doesn’t empty tomorrow of its sorrows, but only empties today of its strength.” It’s fair to say that since the pandemic, anxiety has become a staple of life in the postmodern world. Questions dominate our thinking such as: “Will another virus spring up this year? Who can we trust to tell us the truth? Will our investments ever fully recover from the downturn? Will America ever be the same?” This Sunday Paul gives us a lifeline—the solution to all the anxiety we’ll ever face. Join us as we learn to rest in Christ together.

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"Persevering Pilgrims"

Philippians 3:20-4:1

Rev. Charlie Phillips

There’s been a lot of debate the past few election cycles about what it means to be an American. How ought an American to think…act…treat others…raise children? We are told that to be American is to be distinct or even exceptional. There’s no question that we ought to pursue excellence as Americans, but how much more ought we to be distinct as Christians in this world. As Paul points out in this week’s passage, we are citizens, not of this world, but of heaven. How should our true citizenship affect the way we think or act or treat others? Join us this Sunday as we discuss God’s desire for our distinction.

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"Hold the Line"

Ephesians 6:10-13

Rev. Charlie Phillips

This week’s VBS theme, based on Ephesians 6:1-18, is “Standing Strong in Today’s Battle for Truth”. Our kids are learning all about the provision God has given us through his “armor”. Not only that, but they’re learning that their salvation was made secure by the ultimate warrior-king who died a sinner’s death. Join us this Sunday as we talk about the state of warfare we live in and the means by which God helps us fight the good fight of the faith.

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"Follow the Leader who Follows the Leader"

Philippians 3:17-19

Rev. Charlie Phillips

“We’re following the leader, the leader, the leader. We’re following the leader wherever he may go”. No doubt many of you know that to be the lyrics of a classic Disney song from “Peter Pan” in which the Lost Boys follow John mindlessly through the jungle. While we’re not called to be mindless in our following as believers, we are called to follow. According to Paul (and Jesus:), following is actually a staple of Christianity. Join us this Sunday as we contemplate the importance of following mature believers as they follow after Christ.

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"The Design of Joy"

Philippians 3:1-6

Rev. Charlie Phillips

This Sunday we begin chapter three of Paul’s letter to the church at Philippi, perhaps the most beloved chapter of them all (one of the most beloved in all of Paul’s writings). And it’s not hard to see why. In the first section alone Paul hits on some of the most important themes in the entire New Testament. Don’t miss this Sunday as we take in Paul’s twin commands to “rejoice” and “look out”.

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"Lights in the World"

Philippians 2:14-18

Rev. Charlie Phillips

All of Scripture is intentional. The Holy Spirit moved men to write the exact words we read together every Sunday morning. As such, every movement, paragraph, theological argument, and application are perfectly intended for God’s people—for our growth, conviction, love, and joy. Join us this Sunday as we observe Paul’s intentionality of crafting a people set apart for God.

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