Posts with the tag “sin”
The Unexpected Ways of God: Mistakes
by Pastor Nate on January 6th, 2026
We can get so focused on the current chapter of our story but we must always remember that God has a Long-Term Plan. Read More
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The Bible's Major Themes - Idolatry Day 3
by Pastor Nate on November 21st, 2025
Above all, know that God hears your confession and forgives you. Read More
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The Bible's Major Themes - Idolatry Day 2
by Pastor Nate on November 19th, 2025
Just like the people at Babel, we can sometimes begin to think ourselves equal with God and our actions often reflect this mindset Read More
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The Bible's Major Themes - Idolatry Day 1
by Pastor Nate on November 17th, 2025
In short, idolatry is that moment when we try to earn or achieve God’s blessings. Read More
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The Book of Jude - Warnings against Cheap Grace
by Pastor Nate on November 15th, 2025
Jude does warn against the false teachers who twist grace into an excuse for sin Read More
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This We Believe - The Fall Part 3
by Pastor Nate on July 9th, 2025
Rather than being pulled into feelings of shame and guilt, taking the time to humbly admit our sinfulness has the power to pull us deeper into an understanding of God’s great love for us. Read More
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This We Believe - The Fall Part 2
by Pastor Nate on July 8th, 2025
While sinfulness is an ongoing part of every person’s life, we are given simple instructions for moving past our mistakes. Our only role is to confess our sins. Read More
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This We Believe - The Fall Part 1
by Pastor Nate on July 7th, 2025
This is still the story for humans today. Most of the time, we know what God desires for us, and yet we still choose to do the opposite. Read More
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The Book of 2nd Chronicles - Consequences of Unfaithfulness
by Pastor Nate on May 31st, 2025
When we serve other gods we are pulled off course and will find ourselves in exile, be that a metaphorical or actual exile. Read More
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The Book of 2nd Kings - Hope in Exile
by Pastor Nate on May 3rd, 2025
As they asked questions about their current, dire situation, these stories of Israel’s history were compiled as a way of explaining how the unfaithfulness of Israel and their unwillingness to listen to God led to their current plight. Read More
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The Book of Romans - The Saving Work of God
by Pastor Nate on April 26th, 2025
Paul focuses on helping the Romans really understand the radical work God has accomplished through Jesus and the implications for Jewish people and the Christian church alike. Read More
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The Book of 1st Kings - Wisdom and Division
by Pastor Nate on April 19th, 2025
King Solomon's unfaithfulness and subsequent punishment is a reminder that when we turn our hearts away from God we will always end up walking paths that do not lead to life. Read More
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The Book of 2nd Samuel - God's Redemptive Power
by Pastor Nate on April 6th, 2025
The arc of David’s story reminds us today that no person is beyond the struggle of sin, and more importantly, no sin is beyond the redemptive power of God. Read More
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2026
January
365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - St. Ignatius ExamenHymn Reflection - God of Love, O King of PeaceThe Book of Deuteronomy - Establishing CommunityThe Epiphany of Our LordRated PG: Thoughts on Isaiah 58The Unexpected Ways of God: Mistakes Epiphany Rising Stars - Guidance365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - Lectio DivinaEpiphany Rising Stars - InspirationThe Book of Joshua - God Keeps the PromiseThe Baptism of Our LordRated PG: Thoughts on Jeremiah 29:7The Unexpected Ways of God: Prayer365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - Centering PrayerThe Book of Judges - Abundant MercyRated PG: Thoughts on Matthew 5New BeginningsEpiphany Rising Stars - SeasonsEpiphany Rising Stars - Knowledge of Love365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - Prayer JournalingEpiphany Rising Stars - ChangesEpiphany Rising Stars - AweThe Book of Ruth - Challenging our AssumptionsStewardship SermonUnconditional LoveThe Unexpected Ways of God: FeastEpiphany Rising Stars - God Hold's the Future365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - The Jesus PrayerEpiphany Rising Stars - Beautiful SaviorThe Book of Ecclesiastes – Finding Meaning in God
February
Fourth Sunday after EpiphanyEpiphanies For Epiphany - GraceThe Unexpected Ways of God: SuprisesEpiphanies For Epiphany - Sanctification365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - GratitudeEpiphanies For Epiphany - Law & GospelThe Book of Philippians - Hope in Times of TroubleThe Fifth Sunday after Epiphany Epiphanies For Epiphany - CreationThe Unexpected Ways of God: Sports MoviesEpiphanies For Epiphany - Trinity365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - Seasons, Rituals, and TraditionsEpiphanies For Epiphany - FaithThe Book of Song of Solomon – Love as a Reflection of God’s FaithfulnessThe Sixth Sunday after EpiphanyEpiphanies For Epiphany - SilenceThe Unexpected Ways of God: Niagara FallsThe Season of Lent365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - Daily Life CuesUnlearning for Lent - I am what I accomplishThe Book of Isaiah - Hope in the Midst of JudgementThe First Sunday in LentHymn Devo - Lord of All HopefulnessYou Are SpecialUnlearning for Lent - I am what I accomplish CopyRated PG: Thoughts on Luke 4Unlearning for Lent - Performative Faith
March
The Second Sunday in Lent Unlearning for Lent - Scarcity MindsetLet Go and Let God Unlearning for Lent - DespairHidden but Still ThereUnlearning for Lent - Silence as Absence The Book of Lamentations - Hope in the Midst of SufferingThe Third Sunday in LentUnlearning for Lent - The Need to Fix EveryoneHymn Devo - What a Fellowship, What a Joy DivineUnlearning for Lent - The Idol of Comfort365: Spiritual Practices You Can Do - Breath Prayer
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January
February
Zombie ChurchFundamentalsFeasts & BanquetsAcademics & FaithShattering Our ExpectationsJesus didn't really mean that, right? Sacred Discomfort: How God Speaks in Uncomfortable MomentsThe Spirit IntercedesHappy Birthday JesusChristmas in JulyJoy in ListeningHope in the Midst of DoubtThe Gift of PresenceI'm too...Daily Bread and MindfulnessA Thousand Years is like a DaySacred Interruptions: How God Speaks Through Life's Detours
March
The Life was The Light of All PeopleWaiting PatientlyUnseenCreator God, I pray for the earth...God, I want to be better at...Holy Spirit, Help me UnderstandGod, Grant Me Patience WithThe Gospel of John - Guidance for LifeJesus Christ, Forgive Me ForThe Book of 1st Samuel - Trust During the BattlesGod of the Oppressed, protect those who are vulnerableEnduring Lord, I hope forPrince of Peace, Calm my Mind When...