Join us for this insightful message on deepening friendships in surprising ways.  Antioch Project student Micah Englehart delves into the biblical foundations of true friendship, offering practical wisdom for cultivating deep, lasting connections. Key topics include: • The importance of scriptural correction in friendships • Overcoming barriers to giving and receiving correction • Biblical examples of correction from King Saul and King David • How to give correction lovingly and effectively • Receiving correction graciously and attentively • The ultimate correction: responding to the Gosp ..read more

Here's a YouTube description for the content: Friendship 101: Living an Open and Honest Life In this powerful message, Jacob Johnson shares his personal journey of how friendship saved his marriage and life. He explores the importance of trust in relationships and provides practical tips on how to put off falsehood and speak truthfully to others. Key points: - The decline of friendships in modern society - Why honesty matters in a Christian community  - How to confess sin and avoid falsehood - Balancing openness with discretion in relationships - Developing accountability with trusted fri ..read more

Are you tired of surface-level connections and yearning for deeper, more meaningful friendships? You're not alone. In a world where loneliness has reached epidemic levels, many of us are searching for the secret to forming lasting bonds. Today, we're delving into an intriguing approach to friendship that originates from the Bible. But don't worry if you're not religious or familiar with biblical texts. We're translating these timeless principles into practical, relatable insights that are applicable to our modern lives. At the core of this approach is a concept called 'serving love.' It's a ra ..read more

In this thought-provoking message, we delve into the often-overlooked but profoundly important concept of lament in the Bible, particularly focusing on the Book of Psalms. Lead Pastor Matt Sturdevant guides us through a comprehensive exploration of what lament is, why it matters, and how it can be a powerful tool for processing pain and drawing closer to God in our modern lives. Key Points Discussed: 1. Understanding Lament    - Definition: Expressing deep distress, sorrow, grief, or regret    - Lament as the historic prayer language of God's people    - Over one ..read more

This video features a sermon by Associate Pastor Brian Cropp on hymns and their significance in Christian worship. He begins by addressing common misconceptions about hymns, clarifying that they are not just old-fashioned songs but rather songs of praise to God that can be written in contemporary language and musical styles. Pastor Brian explores Psalm 98 as an example of a hymn, discussing its structure and themes of God's salvation and judgment. He breaks down the psalm into three sections: 1. The Lord as Judge (verses 7-9) 2. The Lord as Savior (verses 1-3) 3. How we should respond to God ..read more

In this thought-provoking podcast episode, Pastor Jeremy takes us on a fascinating journey through Psalm 23, exploring how we can bridge the gap between the ancient wisdom of the Bible and our modern lives. With humor and relatable examples, Jeremy begins by reminiscing about his childhood in the 1980s, highlighting the stark differences between the culture he grew up in and the world we live in today. As he delves into the heart of his message, Jeremy introduces us to the concept of the interpretive journey, a five-step process that helps us understand and apply the timeless truths of Scriptu ..read more

In this message, Pastor Matt kicks off a new summer sermon series on the Book of Psalms. He shares how the Psalms came alive for him during the difficulties of 2020 and have become a regular part of his devotional life. The Book of Psalms is a unique collection of 150 ancient Hebrew poems, songs, and prayers that span 1000 years of Israel's history. The Psalms express the full range of human emotion and experience, capturing life's highs and lows. Pastor Matt introduces the literary structure and devices used in the Book of Psalms: The Hebrew word for Psalms means "instrumental music" and "po ..read more

In this powerful message, Pastors Matt and Luke and a panel of church leaders explore practical ways to gain traction in your spiritual life. Drawing from the Bible's timeless wisdom, they introduce us to the "Seven Heart Attitudes" - a set of principles that, when applied to our everyday lives, can help us break free from feeling stuck and start moving forward in our walk with God. Whether you're new to faith or a lifelong believer, this discussion offers valuable insights and relatable stories that will inspire you to take your next steps. You'll learn how putting others first, living authen ..read more

Ever felt stuck in a cycle of bitterness or resentment? Struggling to move on from past hurts? In this powerful message, Pastor Matt dives deep into the topic of forgiveness and shares profound insights that could change your life. You'll discover: What forgiveness is...and what it's NOT The difference between forgiveness, reconciliation, and trust (so eye-opening!)  Why forgiveness is essential for YOUR healing and peace  How to genuinely forgive even when it feels impossible  The incredible ripple effect of forgiveness on relationships As Pastor Matt explains, forgiveness is ..read more

Parenting is quite the adventure, isn't it? It's the most important and rewarding job, but it sure keeps you on your toes! In this message, we examine what God says about family and parenting. God created the family from the very beginning! He intended marriage to be the foundation, with a husband and wife teaming up to do God's will and raise godly kids. The Bible gives us the big picture of what parenting is really about - it's not just keeping those kiddos alive (though that's a good start!), but raising them to know, love, and follow God. We're in the business of launching the next generat ..read more