Matthew 16:21-28. Jesus instructs his disciples to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow him. By Noel Piepgrass

Matthew 16:21-28. Jesus instructs his disciples to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow him. By Noel Piepgrass
In Matthew 14:1-12, we find out that Herod has been hearing about the deeds of Jesus. In fact, Matthew tells us Herod actually suspects that John the Baptist has risen from the dead and is the one performing these deeds. In this passage, we learn that John was killed because he took a stand against Herod’s illegitimate marriage and sensual lifestyle. Noel Piepgrass shares how we ought to be willing to take a similar stand against our culture’s wayward views on gender, marriage, and sexuality.
In part two of this sermon on why we give, Michael Seaward shows us why giving is good for the giver.
On our first Sunday in a new building, Noel shares some stories about how participation has fueled the mission of the church since day one.
A word of encouragement for Mom’s. Noel Piepgrass
Pastor Noel shares the vision God has put on his heart for 2023. In this message, he describes what it would look like for us to grow as devoted disciples, wonder-filled worshipers, and must-do missionaries. Acts 2:42-47
In this message, Noel shows us how Judas’s shame brought about his self-destruction. We too battle shame, but we have hope in Jesus who sets us free!