The Cross

The cross of Christ is the dividing point of human history. It is a stumbling block to some and to some it is the power of God. This series explores the cross and why it is much more than the gold jewelry we wear around our necks.

Why the Cross?

April 3, 2011 | 1 Corinthians 1:17-24 | easter

Pastor Gary Combs begins a new sermon series entitled “The Cross.” This series will answer three questions about the cross of Christ. This first sermon looks at the question of why Jesus had to die on the cross in order to save us.


Redemption: God's Redemption in the Book of Ruth

In this sermon series, we go through the book of Ruth to explore the theme of Redemption and what it means to us today.

Praising God for Our Redemption

March 27, 2011 | Ruth 4 | character study, exposition

Pastor Gary Combs concludes the sermon series through the book of Ruth entitled “Redemption.” This message teaches how we may fully praise God for the work of our Redeemer, Jesus Christ.

Resting in the Redeemer’s Work

March 20, 2011 | Ruth 3 | character study, exposition

Pastor Gary Combs continues his message series through the book of Ruth entitled “Redemption.” This message is taken from chapter 3 where Naomi talks to Ruth about finding rest in a kinsman-redeemer named Boaz.

Finding Favor

March 13, 2011 | Ruth 2 | character study, exposition

Pastor Gary Combs continues the REDEMPTION series as he teaches through the book of Ruth. This message is taken from Ruth chapter 2 where Ruth seeks favor and finds it in the heroic figure of a man named Boaz. This Boaz is a Christological type that points towards Jesus the Redeemer.

Out of Moab

March 6, 2011 | Ruth 1 | character study, exposition

Pastor Gary Combs begins a new sermon series entitled “REDEMPTION – God’s Redemption in the book of Ruth. This first message is taken from Ruth 1 and is entitled, “Out of Moab.” How do we respond to God’s loving call to leave the place outside His will and return home to Him?


Novus

Christ's resurrection makes everything new.

New Hope

March 1, 2011 | 1 Peter 1:3-5 | easter

Pastor Gary Combs continues the message series entitled “NOVUS,” which is Latin for “new.” This text from 1 Peter describes the new and living hope that we have in Christ.


Safe

Much of our lives are spent acquiring protections to keep us safe. But Jesus calls us to something bigger than safety.

Lose Your Life

February 27, 2011 | Luke 9 |

Pastor Gary Combs concludes the SAFE series with this final message from the book of Luke entitled “Lose Your Life.” Jesus told his disciples that if they strived to save their lives that they would lose them, but if they decided to lose their lives for his sake they would save them. It’s a paradox, but the call of Christ is the call to come and die… so that you might fully live!

Face Your Fear

February 20, 2011 | Luke 8 | fear

Pastor Gary Combs continues the message series “SAFE” with this 3rd sermon from the book of Luke. This message focuses on how Christ called his disciples to follow him to go over to the other side, surviving a storm and encountering a demoniac. Following Jesus isn’t a call to live a safe life. It’s a call to a life of significance.

Get Out of Your Comfort Zone

February 13, 2011 | Luke 12 | worry

Pastor Gary Combs continues the message series entitled “Safe” with this message from Luke 12 where Jesus warns against greed and worry and call us to a life of significance.

Risk Your Life

February 6, 2011 | Luke 19 | parable

Pastor Gary Combs begins a new sermon series entitled “Safe” with this message from Luke 19. In this passage, Jesus told his hearers a parable that illustrates the true nature of his kingdom. He calls us not to safety, but to significance.