What a precious truth this catechism contains! Question 29: How can we be saved? Answer: Only by faith in Jesus Christ and in his substitutionary atoning death on the cross; so even though we are guilty of having disobeyed God and are still inclined to all evil,... Read more
Question 30 What is faith in Jesus Christ? Answer: Faith in Jesus Christ is acknowledging the truth of everything that God has revealed in his Word, trusting in him, and also receiving and resting on him alone for salvation as he is offered to us in the gospel.... Read more
Hi Friends, This past Sunday we had two individuals come forward and share prophetic words with the church. It led to a powerful time of ministry with dozens of people responding. However, I know this is a newer experience for some, so I thought an explanation of the... Read more
Hi Friends, I want to let you know that I’m feeling led by the Spirit to take a brief break from our series in Luke, so that we can do 4 week topical series called, “Embracing Weakness: Finding Strength in an Unlikely Source.” The reason I am... Read more
There are few truths in scripture that give me more motivation for mission and personal reason for praise, then Catechism Question 28. Please read this carefully, thoughtfully and prayerfully. Pastor Jeff Question 28: What happens after death to those not united to... Read more
Our catechism question was a little tricky yesterday. So make sure you read it again and feel free to reach out with any questions! Question 27 Are all people, just as they were lost through Adam, saved through Christ? answer: No, only those who are elected by God... Read more
Hi Friends, One of the most frequent comments I get from people who I sit down and talk with about life is this, “Finally, I can be honest.” Now I grew up in a healthy church and so being honest with pastors and friends is all I’ve ever known. Yet,... Read more
Hi Friends, Our church building is currently a mess as we continue in our renovations. But it is such an encouraging mess! The mess is being made, because we need to make space for God to move in more people’s lives . And so we don’t regret the mess,... Read more
Hi Friends, More and more as I talk with friends, neighbors and even members of the church, I find that there is so much confusion and hurt when it comes to gender identity. So on mother’s day we took some time to try to bring healing by show what God says... Read more
I was recently having a conversation with someone and they asked me “What’s the big deal about getting drunk?” I appreciated the honesty of the question. God’s word clearly says that drunkenness is wrong, but why does God care? If we aren’t hurting anyone, what’s... Read more
Hi Friends, Our renovation project has officially started. It’s amazing to see in a few short hours, how different the space looks already! We are really excited about this project and can’t wait to see how God will use it to help further the mission He... Read more
What a glorious truth this is! Question 25 Does Christ’s death mean all our sins can be forgiven? Answer: Yes, because Christ’s death on the cross fully paid the penalty for our sin, God graciously imputes Christ’s righteousness to us as if it were our own and will... Read more
Hi all, This Sunday you are going to have the awesome opportunity of hearing from Davis McCurley. Besides having over 39 years of pastoral experience in several different states, Davis greatest recommendation is that he is Caleb’s Dad. I’ve gotten to... Read more
We continue in exploring the fundamentals of our Christian Faith through question 24 from the New City Catechism: Question 24 Why was it necessary for Christ, the Redeemer, to die? Answer: Since death is the punishment for sin, Christ died willingly in our place to... Read more
Good morning Christ Church, and thank you for allowing me the privilege of standing here this day and sharing with you my testimony. 85% of my life has been spent in total darkness, before coming to know Christ. At the age of eight I was molested and drawn into... Read more
