Welcome to our teaching series, "More Than Animals." This series explores the aspects of human life that set us apart from animals. Today's message is particularly sensitive and carries a PG-13 warning as we delve into the topic of Chastity. Celebrating Singleness and Chastity A Message for Singles Many single people in our church feel left out. Much of our teaching focuses on parenting and marriage, which might make singles feel like second-class citizens in Heaven. However, this couldn't be further from the truth. Many great fathers of our faith were never married. Consider Jesus and the apo ..read more

Awaken Sunday 2024 Caleb Smith shared this message titled "The Fourth Man in the Furnace," drawing from the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel 3:16-30. This story speaks powerfully to faith, courage, and God's presence in our most challenging times. Historical Context and The Challenge of Faith The narrative begins with the three young men, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who faced a life-or-death situation. King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon demanded they worship a golden statue he had erected. Defiance meant a horrifying death in a blazing furnace. Despite the dire consequences ..read more

Galatians: Rescued & Recruited - Week 6 Welcome to the final teaching of our church series, Galatians: Rescued and Recruited. Today's message, titled "Your Work", delves into our role as believers in the grand mission of God. Let's journey together through the insightful words shared in this message. Deadbeat or Disciple? God, in His infinite grace, has chosen us to be in a relationship with Him. But the question remains: What kind of partner will we be? Will we passively watch from the sidelines, hoping someone else will do the work, or will we actively engage as disciples in the game of ..read more

Galatians: Rescued & Recruited - Week 5 Pastor Wes in Week 5 of the Galatians: Rescued & Recruited series centers around the importance of facing reality, forming a plan, and taking action in our lives as individuals and as a church community. He begins by commending the congregation for their transformation and impact on others, encouraging them to continue multiplying in God's kingdom. The core of his message is illustrated through a story from Luke 16 about a dishonest manager who, despite his faults, faces reality, forms a plan, and takes immediate action to secure his future. Past ..read more

Galatians: Rescued & Recruited - Week 4 In the midst of our daily routines and distractions, it's easy to forget that we are engaged in a spiritual battle. Just as wars rage across the globe, a war wages within each of us—a battle between our spirit and our flesh. However, in today's passage from Galatians, Paul offers us a solution to this internal conflict: Letting the Holy Spirit Guide Our Lives Galatians 5:16 presents us with a powerful directive: "Let the Holy Spirit guide your lives." This simple yet profound idea lies at the core of my theological beliefs. I firmly believe that when ..read more

Galatians: Rescued & Recruited - Week 3 Living in Freedom: Finding Balance in Faith Are you the type of person who tends to lean towards extremes? Do you find yourself diving headfirst into whatever you believe in, whether it's assertiveness, exercise, or saving money? While passion and dedication are admirable qualities, when taken to the extreme, they can often lead to unhealthy outcomes. Avoiding Extremes in Theology The same principle applies to theology. Over the years, I've come to realize that extremes in theological beliefs are rarely beneficial. From the notion of total free will ..read more

Galatians: Rescued & Recruited - Week 2   New, Life, Gillette, Church, Bible, Mike, Wilson, Wyoming, Grace, Salvation, GalatiansDespite the trials and tribulations many of us face, it's crucial to remember that joy is a choice. While it's okay to grieve and struggle, we mustn't allow ourselves to remain stuck in negativity. Instead, we must actively choose joy, celebrating the good things that God is doing in our lives. The Gospel: Good News Indeed Galatians‬ ‭2‬:‭17-20‬ 17 But suppose we seek to be made right with God through faith in Christ and then we are found guilty because ..read more

Galatians - Rescued & Recruited - Week 1 Joining the Team: Discovering Your Purpose Welcome to the kickoff of our new teaching series, "Galatians: Rescued and Recruited." Today, we dive into the profound message of this ancient letter and explore what it means to be part of a team. But first, let's unpack the backstory. Meet the Author: The Apostle Paul The book of Galatians is a letter penned by none other than the Apostle Paul, a towering figure in the early Christian movement. Paul, formerly known as Saul, underwent a radical transformation from a persecutor of Christians to a passionat ..read more

Easter 2024 Discovering the Path to Eternal Life Easter is more than just a holiday; it's the story of Jesus bridging the gap between Earth and Heaven. He walked among us, performed miracles, taught profound truths, faced crucifixion, conquered death, and ascended to Heaven. Today, I aim to address the most crucial question anyone can ask: What is the Way to Heaven? In a world that often preaches self-belief, the path to Heaven isn't found in ourselves. Belief in God is the key. Despite our efforts, our sinful nature renders us incapable of meeting Heaven's standards. Even a lifetime of perfec ..read more

Shut Your Pie Hole - Week 5 Serve Faithfully We're reaching the final installment of our series, "Shut Your Pie Hole." Who's ready to move on from that phrase? Throughout this series, we've been examining a pie chart to help us navigate our journey with Jesus. Each week, we've explored different aspects of our faith, from community to generosity, faith growth, and worship. Today, we delve into a crucial component of our walk with Christ: serving faithfully. 1 Peter 4:7-11 7 The end of the world is coming soon. Therefore, be earnest and disciplined in your prayers. 8 Most import ..read more