Our Shield, Support, and Salvation | Psalm 3
Psalm 3 is a description of King David at the darkest point of his life - rejected and pursued by his son's army. However among all his failures leading up to this point the psalmist also demonstrates an uncanny ability to trust in God. Like David, we are surrounded, enclosed and encircled by hardships. So much so that it feels like there is no escape from harm. How do we endure this? We can endure hardships by trusting that no matter what comes; God is our shield, support and salvation. When we trust Him to be those things for us, we experience His honour, His strength at work and His justice.
In the Beginning - Part 1 | Examining Evolution and the Big Bang
As we begin a new series through the first four chapters of Genesis, we must start with examining the various views of how creation came to be. Are faith and science opposed to one another? Is the science really settled when it comes to answering the bigger questions of life such as how we can to be and what is our purpose today?
Pastor Ross starts with examining the theories of Evolution and the Big Bang from a scientific point of view and the conclusions that they both reach when fully applied.
Christ's Love in Action - An interview with Jenn Holbrook of The Pregnancy Centre
In a very political environment, the issue of abortion and what to do when you are facing an unexpected pregnancy has been used as a political litmus test. What role should the church play in these situations? Pastor Josh interviews Jenn Holbrook of The Pregnancy Centre (https://pregnancycentre.ca/) in Kitchener and shares how her team moves past the politics and loves the mothers and unborn children by inviting them into a community of grace and love.
Do Whatever He Tells You - John 2:1-11
Unfortunately, we weren't promised a good time for a short time. We were promised a short time of hard times. One thing we were promised was that we could know Him who our hearts desire and that would be enough. We have accepted the invitation to know Him in the past but will we accept the invitation again- especially in difficult times? John 2:1-11, shows us that Jesus in His timing, will make himself known in the impossible scenarios in our lives.
Understanding Law vs Grace
Since the birth of the Church 2,000 years ago, the Church has struggled to understand the role and function of the Law now that we are under the New Covenant. From the Scriptures, Pastor Ross explains three purposes that God intend with the Law and what role it has today and how we can know God's love for us today.
In Closing - Ephesians 6:23-24
It's a wrap. As we end our study through the book of Ephesians, we look at Paul's blessing to the church in his closing remarks. Pastor Ross explores how four words - peace, love, faith, and grace from God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ can bring healing to anyone that is hurting.
Testing for Healthy Community - Ephesians 6:21-22
There are two types of community - healthy and unhealthy. But what are the traits and characteristics of each? Pastor Ross explores this in his message in response the sacrificial love of the Apostle Paul in sending his friend and co-laborer, Tychicus to the Ephesians.
The Power of Prayer - Ephesians 6:18-20
Prayer that doesn't give up makes all the difference. It connects us to our source - Jesus, and discover a power that can be unleashed through us into a hurting world.
Satisfy my Soul - Psalm 81
More often than not we say ‘yes’ to sin because we do not trust God to provide for our needs. All human beings are created with deep-seated needs to be met by God and His wealth of resources. The problem arrives when we look to illegitimate ways to satisfy those needs in our souls. Psalm 81 is a picture of the Father's heart for humanity on this subject. Pastor Robin helps us see how much God wants to provide for us in everything.
The Helmet of Salvation and the Sword of the Spirit - Ephesians 6:17
As we conclude the Armor of God series, we come to the final two items that every Christian needs in battle – the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit. The helmet of salvation is more about the battle that we face in our minds. And the Sword of the Spirit is how Jesus overcomes those voices in our mind, that we might experience life, His life, today.