Surprised by Christ’s Love
October 2, 2022
Pastor Aaron Meservey
Mark 10:17-27
As the rich, young ruler encounters Jesus, we see the surprising manifestation of Christ’s love in calling him to the deepest sacrifice.
An Outsider’s Surprise
September 25, 2022
Dr. Dave Dunbar
John 4:1-30
When Jesus encounters a Samaritan woman, with a sordid past, we’re surprised by Christ inclusion of her to find life in him
An Insider’s Surprise
September 18, 2022
Dr. Dave Dunbar
John 3:1-15
When Jesus meets with a religious leader, Nicodemus, we’re surprised by Christ’s message on how to be apart of God’s kingdom.
Surprised by My Need
September 11, 2022
Pastor Aaron Meservey
Mark 2:1-12
As Jesus encounters a paralytic who along with his friends is desperate for healing, we’re surprised by his true need that defies what either the crowds or his friends assume.
Sermon Series: Surprised by Jesus: How Our Encounters with Christ Break Our Expectations
Have you ever wondered how it would go if you met Jesus? A consistent thing happened when people met Jesus—he almost inevitably defied their expectations. Some left disappointed, angry, or sad while others left astounded and rejoicing. What we should know is that if we met Jesus, we too would probably be surprised.
Jesus continues to encounter us today. As we examine these real accounts in the gospels, we hear the voice of Jesus speaking to us as well and inviting us to be surprised along with them by what he has to say.
Getting Through the Wilderness
September 4, 2022
Pastor Aaron Meservey
1 Corinthians 10:1-13
The limitations of the sacraments to save apart from faith and obedience.
Baptism: Through the Chaotic Waters
August 28, 2022
Pastor Aaron Meservey
1 Peter 3:18-22
In Baptism, I receive the security of Christ
Communion
August 21, 2022
Pastor Aaron Meservey
1 Corinthians 10:14-22; 11:17-34
In Communion I receive participation with Christ.
Baptism: United to Christ
August 14, 2022
Pastor Aaron Meservey
Colossians 2:9-15
In Baptism, I receive union with Christ.
Unapproachable
July 24, 2022
Pastor Aaron Meservey
1 Samuel 6
God’s design was to dwell with his people, but very often that can do more harm than good. God’s people should have great concern to respond rightly when the Holy God enters our midst.
Unconquerable
July 17, 2022
Pastor Aaron Meservey
1 Samuel 5
By Himself, the Lord defeats the enemy. His apparent defeat and shame of chapter 4 was not due to his inability to win as he wins by himself and for himself. The Lord wins in a way that reveals his ultimate power to save.
