There are certain characters in the Bible with bigger than life stories. People like Moses who led the Israelites out of Egypt, or David who became king, or Elijah who was a wild and honestly very strange prophet. These stories are captivating and inspiring, but they are also marked by seasons of mundanity, isolation, & wilderness and it’s in these…

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The church was purchased by the blood of Christ and it is most precious in His sight. As such, we are called to treat the Church properly and with true deference, rather than exploiting it for our own desires. With that in mind, we need to see how God has put into place certain guardians for the Church. Two key ones are, godly leaders and godly chu…

In In Unseen Spaces – Ezekiel, we explore Ezekiel’s story as a prophet in exile, encountering God’s presence in a profoundly unexpected way. Ezekiel’s vision by the Kebar River, amidst personal and national dislocation, challenges his understanding of where and how God operates. This experience redefines his faith, shifting from temple-bound ritual…

The church was purchased by the blood of Christ and it is most precious in His sight. As such, we are called to treat the Church properly and with true deference, rather than exploiting it for our own desires. With that in mind, we need to see how God has put into place certain guardians for the Church. Two key ones are, godly leaders and godly chu…

The idea of being missional, or on mission for God, can sound very good. But often, while accepting the concept, Christians fail in the application of being sent into this world as Christ was sent. What does it look like? How does the gospel help move us to relate to our fellow man? One aspect that is often overlooked is the simple practice of open…

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In our series "In Unseen Spaces" series, we are exploring how God meets people in unseen, quiet places to do deep, formative work. Following Jesus’ wilderness experience and Moses’ time in the desert, we now look at the prophet Elijah, whose story unfolds in a tense period of Israel’s history. Facing the corrupt rule of Ahab and Jezebel, Elijah tir…

In this final sermon regarding a missional life, Pastor Henry seeks to show believers exactly what it means to seek first God’s kingdom. Jesus makes it clear that we are not to be fearing the things that unbelievers fear. Rather, implied in this is that we ought to be fearing God. But the hard reality is that possessions, the pleasure that they bri…

In this teaching, we explore the often-overlooked years Moses spent in the wilderness, away from his dramatic encounters with Pharaoh and the Exodus. These forty years, filled with the quiet work of shepherding, were crucial as God transformed Moses, helping him shed Egypt’s influence and learn patience. In these unseen spaces, Moses found that tru…

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Money and possessions are the great idols of America. But it is obvious from the words of Jesus that they are the idols of mankind as well. How do we view money? What are the purposes of possessions? When is enough, enough? So how do we answer these and other questions? Pastor Henry shows that the answer starts and ends with worship—you cannot serv…

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In our new series "In Unseen Spaces," we explore moments where life unexpectedly slows down, leading us into hidden, quieter places—just as it did for biblical figures like Moses, Elijah, and Jesus. Beginning with Jesus' time in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-11), we delve into the tests of identity, anxiety, and control he faced, revealing a deeper p…

Guest Speaker Christie Penner Worden shares on hope, faith, and wonder from her new book The Me I was Made to Be.Από τον Missio Dei Community - SLC

In this second part on unity Pastor Henry reminds his congregation what their responsibility before man and God is to be. Every Christian possesses the unity of the Spirt, but the unity of the faith is something that no church will ever fully attain this side of eternity. Nonetheless, it is something that our Lord expects us to strive after with ev…

Pastor Justin teaches on God's plan for lineage and legacy and faith. Notes link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PbPPk3QZSJN8W5zcOqYljWfsmYOGyRktwqj5BojoQAg/edit?tab=t.0Από τον Justin Gruber

The unity of the Spirit is something that every church and every Christian must hold to jealously. Unity is a natural outcome of the gospel. Once disunity is tolerated, sin and shame is sure to follow. But what is it? And how do we go about maintaining it? These are explored in this message.Από τον Matthew Henry

Humans are created in the imago dei, which is not simply a state of being, but a vocation. Being an image-bearer is a calling to create and cultivate in ways that resemble God and benefit others. We participate in making real Jesus’s kingdom when our everyday actions are inspired by a kingdom's imagination. When we create families, art, ministries,…

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Pastor Henry shows how the gospel must be central in all that we do. From the foundation of the church to its building up, the gospel has to flow in and out of it. And to the degree the church stays faithful to that gospel, it will be healthy, holy, and missional. Paul gives us a clear pathway to follow in this manner; one that he walked, and one t…

In our current series, we’ve been talking about our practices as a church: gathering, welcoming, and inviting. Today, we focus on the practice of exploring – paying attention to where God is already at work around us, remaining curious and open to surprise. Paul’s journey teaches us that when we slow down, embrace uncertainty, and stay curious, God…

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How does a Christian grow? While this may seem obvious too often the answer is anything but the gospel. But that is deadly to the life of each Christian and must be remedied. Pastor Henry seeks to help his congregation to see that the gospel is not something believed and then forgotten; rather it is to define and instruct in all our walk. And only …

Pastor Justin teaches on Abraham and Sarah's faith as described in the Fall of Faith. (Hebrews 11:11-19) Link for the notes https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D4G7W3v5waOnrWUoOSQPdh2qap_ZkSGFkH5jEfmyYqY/editΑπό τον Justin Gruber

In this teaching of The Missio Dei series, we explore the ancient and essential practices of welcoming and inviting, rooted in biblical hospitality. Jesus modeled a radical hospitality that crossed boundaries, inviting the unexpected into His presence. Drawing from stories in Luke 4 and Matthew 25, we see that in welcoming others, we are not just o…

In the prior sermon we learned that the Church, starting with the Apostles, were sent out into the world as the Father sent Christ. However, though this is true and important to embrace, how this actually works itself out in our lives and in history is different for each person. We are uniquely saved and called into the ministry of the gospel. And …

Pastor Justin teaches on Abraham and his place in the "Hall of Faith" Verses: Hebrews 11:8-10 Notes Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BDe1p-dxLI5Kf-fUCwCekwA-5Y4fD-yreiIGLKc3EhU/editΑπό τον Justin Gruber

In this teaching of the Missio Dei series, we explore the practice of gathering as a central act of faith. Building on last week’s message from Jordan Moss, we dive into how gathering tells a story of who we are, where we come from, and what God is doing in our midst. Whether around a table or in worship, gathering allows us to celebrate, remember,…

In this series, we revisit our community’s vision and identity, exploring how the presence of God shapes who we are and how we live. Drawing from the Gospel of John, Jordan discusses how our life with God begins in belovedness and intimacy, and how that foundation calls us to embody Jesus’ presence in the world. As loneliness and disconnection grow…

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In our final teaching in our "Make Good Choices" series, we dive into Paul's teachings from 1 Corinthians 6:12-20, where he addresses the Corinthian church's misunderstandings about sexual ethics and freedom. We explore how Paul's ancient wisdom on the value of the body and the importance of love and responsibility in our choices can guide us in de…

In part 3 of our series, Make Good Choices, Heather explores how a Christ-centered community can navigate differences through love, as highlighted in 1 Corinthians. Drawing on Paul's teachings, we discuss the challenges faced by the Corinthians, who, despite their spiritual knowledge, struggled with division and discord. The apostle Paul emphasizes…

Pastor Sherman gives a review of Hebrews so far and how our faith should be impacting our lives. Link to notes https://docs.google.com/document/d/1J56CpbopAUkF61FokaelwkiZlnRruLGLoEQ4aNFWnfA/editΑπό τον Justin Gruber

Pastor Justin Brings the word from Hebrews chapter 10:32-29Από τον Justin Gruber

In "Make Good Choices Pt. 2 - See You in Court," we explore how the Corinthian church's approach to conflict—taking disputes to corrupt Roman courts—contradicts the gospel's call for restoration and unity. Throughout this letter, Paul challenges us to handle disagreements within the church by embodying the future kingdom of God now, choosing love a…

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In this teaching from Make Good Choices, Jonny explores the divisions that plagued the early church in Corinth and how they still resonate with us today. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 1:1, 10-18, we’ll discuss how Christians often align themselves with different leaders, ideologies, or interpretations, and the impact this has on our unity. Jonny unpac…

The Bible is a wonderful, beautiful, and (if we're being honest) confusing book. It contains some of the greatest stories, moral advice, and life giving wisdom while at the very same time it can be complicated, startling, and hard to understand. What do we do with this wonderfully strange book? How do we read it? How do we engage with it in ways th…

The Bible is a wonderful, beautiful, and (if we're being honest) confusing book. It contains some of the greatest stories, moral advice, and life giving wisdom while at the very same time it can be complicated, startling, and hard to understand. What do we do with this wonderfully strange book? How do we read it? How do we engage with it in ways th…

Pastor Justin teaches on Hebrews 10:19-25 Notes link https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XahRbn1uzV9lpGpOm_IPHVJ9q73V-2sgSzRo-WrSDk4/editΑπό τον Justin Gruber

Από τον Justin Gruber

The Bible is a wonderful, beautiful, and (if we're being honest) confusing book. It contains some of the greatest stories, moral advice, and life giving wisdom while at the very same time it can be complicated, startling, and hard to understand. What do we do with this wonderfully strange book? How do we read it? How do we engage with it in ways th…

Peter is now ready to address the house of Cornelius, filled with friends and family of this Centurion. But what is his message? It begins and ends with the person and work of Jesus. In this short series we walk through his words to see the many qualities that belong to Jesus and see the utter centrality of Him in all things. In this message we see…

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The Bible is a wonderful, beautiful, and (if we're being honest) confusing book. It contains some of the greatest stories, moral advice, and life giving wisdom while at the very same time it can be complicated, startling, and hard to understand. What do we do with this wonderfully strange book? How do we read it? How do we engage with it in ways th…

Peter is now ready to address the house of Cornelius, filled with friends and family of this Centurion. But what is his message? It begins and ends with the person and work of Jesus. In this short series we walk through his words to see the many qualities that belong to Jesus and see the utter centrality of Him in all things. In this message we wil…

What does peace have to do with the gospel? Peace is central to the mission and work of Jesus. He really is The Prince of Peace and we really believe swords will be turned into plow shares, lions will lie down with lambs, and that our God died for enemies. So what is peace? What does it mean for us? And how do we become “peacemakers?”…