Sermon for Sunday, September 7, 2025

Trust is a delicate gift. Every relationship must be built upon it. But there are those who are devious with this gift. This is why we are prone to hold back trust because of previous betrayals and disappointments. It is this gift that all of humanity sins. We have trust issues. We have trust issues with our neighbors, and we have trust issues with God. Throughout our lives we will wrestle with trust. Personally, as we grow older, even though we are wiser, aging populations are manipulated. From insurance companies to reverse mortgages, there is always someone who intends to take advantage of your trust.

Sermon Notes for Sunday, August 24, 2025

Fig(kle) Gathering Matthew 18:15–20 (ESV): 15 “If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault, between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained your brother. 16 But if he does not listen, take one or two others along with you, that every charge may be established by the evidence … [Read more…]

Sermon for Sunday, December 24, 2023

Romans 12:9–21 (NLT): 9 Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate* what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. 10 Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other. 11 Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically. 12 Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying. 13 When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality.

FOCS Trot on July 30, 2022

Calling all runners and walkers to our 5K/10K race to benefit our FOCS (Faith, Outreach, Charity, Service) ministry. The race will be on Justus Trail in Franklin. For more information on how to register click on the title of this post “FOCS Trot on July 30, 2022”.