Teaching Archive

Luke: The Journey of Discipleship – Part 2

August 11th, 2013

[Luke 9:18-36] What essential information does Jesus want us to know about the journey of discipleship?

Walking in the Spirit

August 4th, 2013

[Galatians 5:16-26] Walking in the Spirit

Luke: The Real Jesus

July 28th, 2013

[Luke 9:18-36] In an ocean of confusion all around us, we’ve been given true testimony to anchor our conclusions about Jesus’ identity.

Luke: Power for Mission

July 21st, 2013

Luke 9:1-17 describes how Jesus, through his power and authority, supplies everything necessary for the mission he entrusts to his disciples.

Luke: Jesus Interrupted

July 14th, 2013

Luke 8:40-56 shows how Jesus is Lord over disease and even death.

How Capable is Jesus?

July 7th, 2013

[John 5:1-18] How Capable is Jesus?

Experiencing Saving Grace

June 30th, 2013

[John 4:46-54] Saving faith has happened when a person believes and acts in accord with God’s Word.

Luke: Fear vs. Faith

June 23rd, 2013

Luke 8:22-39 describes the divine power Jesus possesses over the powers of darkness in this world.

Luke: Take Care How You Listen

June 16th, 2013

Luke 8:1-20 presents several illustrations to explain how disciples of Jesus should respond to the word of God.

Luke: The Forgiven Much Love Much

June 9th, 2013

Luke 7:36-50 describes how Jesus has the power to forgive the sins of anyone who responds to him in faith.

The Purpose & The Privilege

June 2nd, 2013

Big Idea: The purpose of the church is to make disciples; the privilege is being involved.

Does Your Anchor Hold?

May 26th, 2013

[Hebrews 6:13-20] Big Question: life has storms; does your anchor hold?

Luke: Responding to Jesus

May 19th, 2013

[Luke 7:18-35] As he highlights John the Baptist’s important role in God’s purposes, Jesus urges people to respond properly to who he is as God’s Messiah.

Luke: Compassionate Authority

May 12th, 2013

Luke 7:11-17 describes Jesus raising a widow’s son from the dead and the response of those who witnessed this miracle.

Luke: Authority and Humble Faith

May 5th, 2013

Luke 7:1-10 describes Jesus’ authoritative power to heal, while also highlighting the humble faith of a Roman centurion.

Luke: Transforming Discipleship

April 28th, 2013

[Luke 6:43-49] What kind of disciples of Jesus will transform a church, a city, and a world?

Luke: Discipleship and Judging Others

April 21st, 2013

In Luke 6:37-42 Jesus gives instructions to his followers about judging others.

Luke: The Revolutionary Love of a Disciple

April 14th, 2013

[Luke 6:27-36] Jesus calls all disciples who follow after him to a revolutionary love for their enemies.

Luke: Jesus’ Perspective on Discipleship

April 7th, 2013

[Luke 6:12-26] Adopting Jesus’ perspective toward discipleship should cause us to rejoice in the realities associated with God’s kingdom.

Truly Alive

March 31st, 2013

[Colossians 2:6-15] Because we are united with Jesus in his death and resurrection, we who believe in him can live as people who are truly alive.

Luke: Jesus and the Sabbath

March 24th, 2013

Luke 6:1-11 describes the authority and power of Jesus as Lord over the Sabbath.

A New Way to be Human

March 17th, 2013

[Colossians 3:1-17] A New Way to be Human

Luke: Discipleship and Mission

March 10th, 2013

Luke 5:27-39 describes Jesus’ mission to call sinful people to follow him as disciples, even if that leads to criticism and controversy.

Luke: The Cleansing Power of Jesus

March 3rd, 2013

Luke 5:12-26 describes Jesus’ power to cleanse people physically and spiritually.

Luke: Following Jesus

February 24th, 2013

In Luke 5:1-11 Jesus calls his first disciples to a life of following him.

Luke: The Authority of Jesus

February 17th, 2013

In Luke 4:31-44 Jesus demonstrates his power and authority by setting people free from sickness and demon possession.

Luke: Home Sweet Home?

February 10th, 2013

In Luke 4:14-30 Jesus announces his mission as God’s promised Messiah and experiences hostile rejection in his hometown of Nazareth.

Creating a Disciple-Making Culture

February 3rd, 2013

[Ephesians 4:1-16] Dan Moose, Guest Speaker, Church Planting Director

Luke: The Temptation of Jesus

January 27th, 2013

Luke 4:1-13 describes Jesus as the victorious Son of God who overcame the temptations from the Devil.

Luke: Jesus’ Baptism and Genealogy

January 20th, 2013

In Luke 3:21-38 Jesus is declared to be the “Son of God” at his baptism and through his family tree.

Luke: John the Baptist Prepares the Way

January 13th, 2013

Luke 3:1-20 describes how John the Baptist prepared the way for the ministry of Jesus Christ.

Luke: Tween Jesus

January 6th, 2013

Living a life that is growing in maturity.

Luke: Witnesses to Salvation

December 30th, 2012

Luke 2:22-38 describes how two expectant Israelites, Simeon and Anna, testify to God’s gift of salvation in Jesus Christ.

Luke: The Unexpected Expected Savior

December 23rd, 2012

[Luke 2:1-20] Our greatest gift this Christmas is Jesus being sent as the Savior of the world.

Luke: Here Comes the Son

December 16th, 2012

Luke 1:57-80 reminds us that we can celebrate this Christmas because God’s promised salvation has come.

Luke: The One Worthy of a Song

December 9th, 2012

[Luke 1:26-56] The One Worthy of a Song

Luke: Prepare the Way for Salvation

December 2nd, 2012

[Luke 1:5-25] In Luke 1:5-25 God prepares the way for his salvation by announcing the future birth of John the Baptist.

Walking Through the Door

November 18th, 2012

Conversion growth happens in the church when we talk about Jesus. God opens the door for us to speak when we pray and live intentionally.

The Pursuit of Happiness

July 22nd, 2012

Why are there so many unhappy people?

Truly Following Jesus

June 24th, 2012

[Luke 5:27-39] Truly Following Jesus

Heart Check

June 17th, 2012

[Philippians 3:4-11] Heart check

Carrying and Being Carried

May 27th, 2012

[Galatians 6:1-5] Living the Gospel with purpose in community includes carrying others burdens and allowing others to carry ours.

Doubt and the Risen Jesus

April 8th, 2012

John 20:24-29 recounts the disciple Thomas’ journey from a skeptical doubt to a worshipful faith in the risen Jesus.

The Suitcase Dance of Joy

January 1st, 2012

[Mark 15:33] The Suitcase Dance of Joy

A Supreme Portrait of Jesus

December 25th, 2011

[Hebrews 1:1-4] In order for Jesus to reign supremely in our lives each day, we need a supreme portrait of God’s Son.

Doing the Father’s Will

September 4th, 2011

God Our Fortress

August 28th, 2011

[Psalm 46] God is our fortress through all of life’s many troubles

Apart From Me You Can Do Nothing

July 3rd, 2011

Who is Jesus?

June 26th, 2011

Nate Krampe, Elder, preaches on “Who is Jesus?”

Worship the Living Christ

April 24th, 2011

Pastor Andy O’Rourke preaches on the resurrection of Jesus as an opportunity for us to worship the living Christ.