Sermons

2018 Theme – A Space for Grace

Jun 17, 2018

Fatherhood

1 Corinthians 4:8-16

Fatherhood is a complicated thing. It begins for most of us as terror. Then it moves to love, protection, devotion, and (hopefully) leading our children, but along with that comes anxiety, depression, and even rejection. This morning we will look at several of the ways Paul's relationship with Corinth parallels our own experience as fathers

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Jun 17, 2018Fatherhood

Jun 17, 2018
Fatherhood

By: Ben Cook
Series: A Space for Grace
1 Corinthians 4:8-16
Fatherhood is a complicated thing. It begins for most of us as terror. Then it moves to love, protection, devotion, and (hopefully) leading our children, but along with that comes anxiety, depression, and even rejection. This morning we will look at several of the ways Paul's relationship with Corinth parallels our own experience as fathers
Jun 10, 2018Know Thyself

Jun 10, 2018
Know Thyself

By: Ben Cook
Series: A Space for Grace
1 Corinthians 2:10-13
Ancient Greek philosophers spent a tremendous amount of self reflection. The axiom know thyself is ancient, and yet it still sways over philosophers as both a warning and a mission. Paul says that the reason Christians are a mystery to others is that they can never truly understand what motivates us - our life, our code of ethics, and even our reward. This is because we are not only moved by our own spirit, but by the spirit of God.
Jun 3, 2018Foolish God; Powerful Cross

Jun 3, 2018
Foolish God; Powerful Cross

By: Ben Cook
Series: A Space for Grace
1 Corinthians 1:18-25
The church at Corinth gives me hope, because it reminds me that the church has always been struggling to live up to the extraordinary truth of the gospel. Paul begins his book by reminding them that there is no wisdom greater than the foolishness of the cross. And only in the cross of Christ will we find our true value and purpose.
May 27, 2018All I Ever Wanted

May 27, 2018
All I Ever Wanted

By: Dennis Baker
Series: A Space for Grace
Psalm 126
When getting married, or if you ever want to be, what do you hope for? I think we have an idea of happiness or a sense of deep contentment or joy. This feeling is often marred by reality and we might think that experiencing joy is a bridge too far. Can we get to that place? If we have wandered, can we find it again?
May 20, 2018Eclipse

May 20, 2018
Eclipse

By: Dennis Baker
Series: A Space for Grace
Luke 9:18-27
May 20, 2018Reviving Dry Bones

May 20, 2018
Reviving Dry Bones

By: Chaplain Craig Poole
Series: A Space for Grace
Ezekiel 37:1-10
May 13, 2018Stay Tuned

May 13, 2018
Stay Tuned

By: Dennis Baker
Series: A Space for Grace
Hebrews 3:7-14
Scripture teaches that the marriage relationship is of great significance. The ethics that direct husbands and wives reflect a high standard, as the Church submits to Christ…as Christ loves the Church. These statements must guide our relationships; sometimes new habits must be established.
May 6, 2018Marriage in the Key of We

May 6, 2018
Marriage in the Key of We

By: Dennis Baker
Series: A Space for Grace
Ephesians 5:21-33
Over the next several weeks, the Sunday morning lessons will present a melody of marriage that is different from what society plays. Every time you follow a biblical pattern for your life, it works. When you don’t, things become chaotic. That is because most marriages are in the Key of Me. The Bible pattern shows something different. It shows a melody in the Key of We. Today’s lesson: “I am Third.”
Apr 29, 2018A Father of Discipline

Apr 29, 2018
A Father of Discipline

By: Ben Cook
Series: A Space for Grace
Hebrews 12:5-11
If you've been at home on Wednesdays, you've missed some great classes! Our parenting class has spent a good amount of time discussing how discipline is a much broader idea than just bad consequences. This morning we will explore this idea - that God uses adversity, to create in us, children of greater discipline and character. We’ll even have some suggestions about how to develop discipline inside your own children and your own life.
Apr 22, 2018Q&A: Why do the Baptists teach that you do not have to be baptized in order to be saved?

Apr 22, 2018
Q&A: Why do the Baptists teach that you do not have to be baptized in order to be saved?

By: Ben Cook
Series: A Space for Grace
Acts 22:16
Tonight we will take a look at some of the reasons why Baptists have historically taught this. Notice this is a moving target. While some churches of Christ are softening on their position on baptism, several community churches and Baptist churches are now teaching the essential role for baptism in salvation. Tonight we will hit on the major reasons why churches have objected, and contrast that with several key texts on baptism.

2017 Theme – Our Identity in Christ

Dec 31, 2017

On the Verge of Bigger

By: Dennis Baker

Series: Our Identity in Christ

2 Timothy 1:6-12

Many churches, like many people, never experience their full potential. Full potential is defined as, more than we can ask or imagine. This is a vision of success that God puts before us. It’s a vision that is not achievable by human means alone. It’s something that God hopes for and directs the course of those who want it for themselves. If your vision for the future is achievable through your skill and ability, it is not big enough.

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Dec 31, 2017On the Verge of Bigger

Dec 31, 2017
On the Verge of Bigger

By: Dennis Baker
Series: Our Identity in Christ
2 Timothy 1:6-12

Many churches, like many people, never experience their full potential. Full potential is defined as, more than we can ask or imagine. This is a vision of success that God puts before us. It’s a vision that is not achievable by human means alone. It’s something that God hopes for and directs the course of those who want it for themselves. If your vision for the future is achievable through your skill and ability, it is not big enough.
Dec 24, 2017Key People in the Story

Dec 24, 2017
Key People in the Story

By: Dennis Baker
Series: Our Identity in Christ
Luke 1:26-38
When we think about the story of the Messiah, His life and His mission, we may identify better with one or more of the people involved. This is normal because the experiences we have may remind us of the people in the story. To which person in the story of Christ do you more closely connect?
Dec 17, 2017Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?

Dec 17, 2017
Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?

By: Ben Cook
Series: Our Identity in Christ
This year I've had 4 different people ask this question. As you can imagine, some believe with great conviction that the answer is no while others don't even know that there's a question to ask. There are good reasons why many believers abstain completely from this holiday, and likewise, many reasons why families participate with their neighborhoods. There are also good reasons why we, as a church, actually put on a Trunk or Treat. Tonight we will open our Bibles and take a good, Biblical, look at this together. Some of this may even spill over to how we think about Christmas and yoga.
Dec 17, 2017Careless Worship

Dec 17, 2017
Careless Worship

By: Ben Cook
Series: Our Identity in Christ
Malachi 1:6-8

Every relationship in your life requires an investment from you, including your relationship with God. It is important for us to develop habits of spiritual discipline - reading, fasting, praying, and assembling; habits. By themselves, these activities become hollow and meaningless. Malachi brings our attention directly to this problem in ancient Israel: people who worshiped God but didn't actually care about God. He surely has something to say to us today in the busy, frenetic pace of the Holiday season.
Dec 10, 2017The ABCs Of Maintaining Boundaries In Families

Dec 10, 2017
The ABCs Of Maintaining Boundaries In Families

By: Dennis Baker
Series: Our Identity in Christ
Dec 10, 2017The Shepherd Protects

Dec 10, 2017
The Shepherd Protects

By: Dennis Baker
Series: Our Identity in Christ
Ephesians 6:1-4

What happens when sheep don’t have a shepherd? Literally, they will die. They are not clever or bright, and when threatened, their only defense is to run; off a cliff, into a river, toward danger. All they can do instinctually is eat. If they are to remain useful for their wool, milk and as a food source, they must be guided and protected.
Dec 3, 2017He Saw the Wind

Dec 3, 2017
He Saw the Wind

By: Ben Cook
Series: Our Identity in Christ
Matthew 14:22-33
What shifted inside Peter? Only a few lines separate his request for Jesus to call him out of the boat, from his fixation on the wind. His swing from great faith to great doubt should break a record in anyone's book. Maybe it gives us comfort to know that this happens. Too often we believe that faith is a linear thing - it just builds and never looks back, but there are many things that can shake our faith. The truth is we often swing - wildly - from faith to doubt, and at every turn, Jesus is still there to lift us up. He is faithful even in your doubt.
Nov 26, 2017The Shepherd Leads

Nov 26, 2017
The Shepherd Leads

By: Dennis Baker
Series: Our Identity in Christ
Nov 19, 2017The Shepherd Knows

Nov 19, 2017
The Shepherd Knows

By: Dennis Baker
Series: Our Identity in Christ
John 1:1-14
To know just doesn’t mean acquiring knowledge. It includes how to conduct yourself according to that knowledge. Shepherd leaders get to know the flock, and they have a unique way of gathering information.
Nov 12, 2017Shepherding: A Model for the Home

Nov 12, 2017
Shepherding: A Model for the Home

By: Dennis Baker
Series: Our Identity in Christ
John 10:1-10
Shepherding is usually defined in terms of church leadership. The Shepherd (pastor/elder) is charged to lead the flock (church). A closer look reveals that effective leadership in the home is a pre-requisite for leadership in the Family of God (see 1 Timothy 3:4-5). Anyone who leads should consider the 4 principles of biblical shepherding: knowing, leading, protecting and providing.

2016 Theme – A Work in Progress

Sep 25, 2016

Where is God?

By: Dennis Baker

Series: A Work in Progress

John 16:31-33

“I have told you these things to keep you from stumbling.” (John 1:16) Challenges to faith come from everywhere. Many young people have gone to college as strong believers, only to be weakened or crushed by the climate of skepticism, anti-theism and pluralism. Tonight we will blitz the scriptures to give a realistic answer to the question, “Where Is God?"

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Sep 25, 2016Where is God?

Sep 25, 2016
Where is God?

By: Dennis Baker
Series: A Work in Progress
John 16:31-33

“I have told you these things to keep you from stumbling.” (John 1:16) Challenges to faith come from everywhere. Many young people have gone to college as strong believers, only to be weakened or crushed by the climate of skepticism, anti-theism and pluralism. Tonight we will blitz the scriptures to give a realistic answer to the question, “Where Is God?"
Sep 25, 2016From Vow to Wow

Sep 25, 2016
From Vow to Wow

By: Dennis Baker
Series: A Work in Progress
Ephesians 5:22-33
The union of a man and a woman is the crown of Creation. It is no wonder that Satan’s first salvo in the attack on God’s realm was an attack on the man and the woman. Divide them and chaos will ensue. It is for this reason that the Church of Christ must be a place where the chaos of the fall is corrected by straight talk as a way to restore harmony.
Sep 18, 2016Q & A: Where is a woman’s place in the church?

Sep 18, 2016
Q & A: Where is a woman’s place in the church?

By: Ben Cook
Series: A Work in Progress
1 Timothy 2:11-12
This verse has come up in conversation with some friends. Where is a woman’s place in the church? What about women who are not naturally quiet? (one of whom I will gladly admit I am) Are we sinning?
Sep 18, 2016Enjoy the Futility of Life

Sep 18, 2016
Enjoy the Futility of Life

By: Ben Cook
Series: A Work in Progress
Ecclesiastes 1:1-9

If there were two books in the Bible that preachers would rather do without, it's Song of Solomon, and Ecclesiastes. Song of Solomon gets read privately, just not discussed. Ecclesiastes confuses and frustrates people, so they typically ignore it. This morning we will explore the message of Ecclesiastes. Be sure to do your light therapy and take vitamin D.
Sep 11, 2016Traditions and Taco Tuesday

Sep 11, 2016
Traditions and Taco Tuesday

By: Ben Cook
Series: A Work in Progress
Joshua 4:20-24
Most of us have traditions in our lives. It's just the ebb and flow of how we live. But those traditions say a lot about who we are - and, surprisingly, they become guardrails for who your kids become! Family legacies often rest in family traditions. What is yours? (this is a tough question for newlyweds!) Are you doing your family traditions on purpose? Let's explore this some more this morning.
Sep 4, 2016Q & A: Soul/Spirit

Sep 4, 2016
Q & A: Soul/Spirit

By: Ben Cook
Series: A Work in Progress
Two weeks ago, after discussing the resurrection, several approached me to ask the same follow-up question: "What happens to my soul/spirit between the time it leaves my body at death and the second coming of Christ? Thanks." I do have a few other questions, but tackling this one on the heels of last time is most appropriate.
Sep 4, 2016Strong People Don’t Put Others Down

Sep 4, 2016
Strong People Don’t Put Others Down

By: Dennis Baker
Series: A Work in Progress
Matthew 12:22-28
We have a world of people that seems to be at war with each other. There is division everywhere you go. Don’t think this isn’t a scheme of the enemy. Keeping us fighting each other will keep us from fighting him. What is worse, others who need to hear the gospel, may never get the chance.
Aug 28, 2016Guest Speaker: Don Huddleson

Aug 28, 2016
Guest Speaker: Don Huddleson

By: Don Huddleson
Series: A Work in Progress
Don is from Ponca City, Oklahoma
Aug 28, 2016A Line In the Sand

Aug 28, 2016
A Line In the Sand

By: Dennis Baker
Series: A Work in Progress
2 Corinthians 10:1-6

Living a life of godliness can rub people the wrong way. Paul had to deal with many people who wanted to be somebody in the church, but didn’t want to live lives of godliness. It is because they had a “form of godliness” but remained unchanged by the power of God. But Paul did not become discouraged. Instead, he taught us how to draw that proverbial line in the sand.
Aug 21, 2016Q & A: Asleep

Aug 21, 2016
Q & A: Asleep

By: Ben Cook
Series: A Work in Progress
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Tonight we will tackle one question: "Can I get some background on 1 Thess. 4:13-18? What does Paul mean by saying “asleep”? What does “The dead in Christ will rise first” mean?" This is one of the clearest teachings of the resurrection in Scripture. A doctrine that most Christians do not understand, believe, or teach. So we will unpack the idea of the resurrection together - both what it is, and what it is not.
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Sermons

2018 Theme – A Space for Grace

1 Corinthians 4:8-16

1 Corinthians 4:8-16

1 Corinthians 2:10-13

1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Psalm 126

Luke 9:18-27

Ezekiel 37:1-10

Hebrews 3:7-14

Ephesians 5:21-33

Hebrews 12:5-11

Acts 22:16

2017 Theme – Our Identity in Christ

2 Timothy 1:6-12

2 Timothy 1:6-12

Luke 1:26-38

Malachi 1:6-8

Ephesians 6:1-4

Matthew 14:22-33

John 1:1-14

John 10:1-10

2016 Theme – A Work in Progress

John 16:31-33

John 16:31-33

Ephesians 5:22-33

1 Timothy 2:11-12

Ecclesiastes 1:1-9

Joshua 4:20-24

Matthew 12:22-28

2 Corinthians 10:1-6

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18