The priests were responsible for upholding God's law (Lev. 10:10-11), and the prophets were meant to convey His messages. However, by the time of Jeremiah, both roles had become corrupt (Jer. 6:13-14). These leaders assured the people that judgment would not come, directly contradicting God's warnings (Jer. 23:16 17). At their best, the Old Testame…

The third lament of Jeremiah is very personal as it focuses on the intensifying nature of suffering. Jeremiah expresses his feelings of despair, making his pivot to hope even more impactful for the reader. His raw honesty about pain in the light of his hope in God's mercy and faithfulness is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest times, God's…

Lamentations chapter 2 continues the writer’s reflection on God’s divine punishment of Jerusalem. The fall of Jerusalem was an act of divine justice, intended to repay a wayward people for their rebellion. It was also love, intended to chasten God’s people to turn them away from their sins. Through sufferings of defeat and exile, God’s people could…

This week, we have the privilege to hear from our keynote speaker and supported missionary Dave Spinale. We encourage you to pray for our missionaries and their families as they serve the Lord in their respective mission fields.Oleh Dave Spinale

The book of Lamentations is read as reflective mourning over the destruction of the temple and the devastation of Jerusalem. The temple, a symbol of God’s covenant, was destroyed. The people had abandoned their relationship with God, departed from His Word, and transferred their trust from God to political allies and the temple itself. When God’s p…

Mark 10:17-22 is filled with encouragements, and it’s also incredibly challenging. It reveals some huge realities of our walk with Jesus. Jesus is asking us to treasure Him above anything else. Is the Gospel your greatest joy? Is Jesus your treasure?Oleh Pastor Nate Burgoyne

Nehemiah 13 brings us to the end of Nehemiah's account, but the work of restoration and renewal is far from over. After leading the people in rebuilding the walls and renewing their commitment to God, Nehemiah returns from a trip to Persia to find the people falling back into old patterns of compromise. This final chapter highlights a sobering real…

Nehemiah 10-12 helps us see that our life's passion will determine the purpose of our life and the person we become. What specifically about your person, purpose, or passion do you need to rededicate to the Lord today?Oleh Pastor Kenny Fisher

Psalm 119:105 says “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." Nehemiah 9 echoes this showing that the Word of God leads to spiritual restoration, acknowledging God's greatness and faithfulness, confessing failure and rebellion, and renewing commitment.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

What comes to mind when you think of worship? In Nehemiah 7 and 8, we'll see that worship of God restores our spiritual vitality, raises leaders, reinforces identity, roots legacy, recalls truth, and revives community. Worship is the heartfelt expression of our remembrance of God's character and work.…

In Nehemiah 6, we see Nehemiah facing intense opposition as he works to rebuild Jerusalem’s walls. The enemy’s tactics shift from external force to subtle manipulation. The enemy’s goal is clear: to distract, discredit, and ultimately defeat Nehemiah. But Nehemiah’s responses offer a model for us in spiritual battles today. Spiritual battles can be…

We will have the privilege of hearing from our supported missionary from Senegal, Josh Bell, during our morning worship service. You won't want to miss hearing what God has laid on his heart to share with us!Oleh Josh Bell

William Gurnall wrote “We fear men so much because we fear God so little.” Do we fear God? Do we understand God's heart for justice? Do we trust in God's justice? Nehemiah chapter 5 shows us that God-fearing people accept the responsibility of confronting injustice and addressing sin, while doing so with courage and a commitment to righteousness.…

The books of Ezra and Nehemiah reminds us that spiritual opposition will reappear in different ways in each generation; we must expect it and by God’s grace overcome it.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

It is much easier to serve in the face of adversity when you are not alone. Nehemiah Chapter 3 offers us an exciting picture of what can happen when God's people come together. God's desire is for us to come together to accomplish our mission to Glorify God, Love People, and Make Disciples.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

As servants of God, each of us have opportunity to Rebuild and Renew our character. To serve God well we must develop our courage, character and competency. Nehemiah illustrates these qualities throughout chapter 2 in his boldness in facing challenges, his integrity in seeking God's guidance, and his competency in planning and executing the rebuild…

Because of God, you can experience a spiritual rebuilding and renewal. God offers bright hope, the hope of fresh starts and new beginnings. In Nehemiah, the people of Israel are given a fresh start. The challenge is following through on living in right relationship with God.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

Today we will hear about the recent CBC Mission trips and the joy in receiving and sharing the Gospel.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

As we conclude our time in the book of Esther, we reflect on the lessons we've learned. God uses broken and unlikely vessels. God is sovereign and knows what is best for us. Evil will become a victim of its own devices. We must learn to navigate living as followers of God and living as good citizens in a pagan society. What a gift God has given us …

In this passage, we'll look at three lessons of God’s Justice in the Story of Esther: we will reap what we sow, ultimate justice awaits, and when God is for us, none can stand against us. When we truly understand God's sovereignty, it should have an effect on our daily decisions.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

Chiastic structure is a literary device in which a sequence of ideas is presented and then presented in reverse order. For example, Ben Franklin said, "By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail." The result is a mirror effect. At the climax of the story's structure, we see the reversal of events that bring life instead of death. Esther and M…

Each of us has the opportunity to reflect on God’s person and work in history and our own lives. Chapter 4 powerfully displays the dichotomy of God’s sovereignty and man’s responsibility.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

In chapter 3 we read of the rise of the villain Haman and his plot to destroy the Jews. This story pictures Haman having all seven of the characteristics that Proverbs 6:16-19 says the Lord hates: a proud look, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked plans, feet that are swift in running to evil, a false witness …

God's plan includes using imperfect people. In Esther 2, we'll see God's silent work, even though Esther and Mordecai had no knowledge that God would use them to save the Jews.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

We need to understand that God is at work behind the scenes of history, our present, and our future. When we look at present times we may ask “where is God in our world? What is our responsibility in it all? Where is God when he doesn’t seem to be at work in my situation?” Esther offers us a great example of God’s quiet sovereignty and our responsi…

As we study the backdrop for the book of Esther, we get a big picture of the Sovereignty of God, and that He is always working His plan regardless of the geo-political chaos or the unfaithfulness of His people.Oleh Pastor John D Talley III

The Greek word mathētēs refers to a learner or student who is apprenticed to a teacher to learn from him. Simply put, the call to live as "Disciples" of Jesus is a life of learnership.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

Conducting our lives amid social, mental, and spiritual battles requires the spiritual strength to do ministry. This spiritual strength comes from the Gospel, and it gives us the tenacity needed to stay strong in the storms of life.Oleh Pastor John D Talley III

God designed us to walk together so we may stir up one another to love and good works. Today, Pastor Kenny teaches us from the story of Ruth and Naomi that having to walk with others can be messy, but God's work is always worth it.Oleh Pastor Kenny Fisher

The mission to Glorify God, Love People, and Make Disciples is worthy of our sacrifice, because the mission is worth it.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

Biblical principles empower our ability to reap what we sow. Today we'll look at four principles the Bible gives for generosity: giving systematically, proportionally, cheerfully, and generously.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni, Todd Durant

Our stewardship should be a reflection of Christ's Lordship in our lives. Once we establish that the Lord owns it all our role becomes clear: our stewardship was meant to be used to serve Christ, His body, and to show a lost world the joy and contentment we have in owning nothing this world has to offer.…

In our first sermon on what the Bible says about giving, we see that generosity is a gift from our generous God, and it's the outward expression of inward affections.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

As we close our series in Colossians, we see that those who follow Jesus are called to grow in our communication, fellowship, and ministry.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

Jesus' resurrection makes new life possible (get we can an amen on that?), and because of this new life, we're all on a journey together toward spiritual understanding and maturity as we follow Him. Everyone has a Next Step on their spiritual journey...what's yours?Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

We have Christ-Centered Responsibilities in our family and work life: in Christ we are responsible to have Harmonious Homes, and by offering ourselves to God through our work, we can reach others with the Gospel.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

In the bustling rhythm of our lives, it's easy to lose sight of the profound truth that Jesus not only offers us salvation but also invites us into a transformative journey. As we delve into Colossians 3:1-17, we uncover the profound reality that above all, Christ has the power to reshape our lives, infusing them with purpose and meaning.…

In this passage, the apostle Paul addresses the Colossian church, warning them against false teachings. These teachings emphasized external rules, rituals, and self-denial as a means to righteousness. However, Paul emphasizes that true transformation comes from a heart changed by the gospel of Jesus Christ, not mere adherence to regulations. To com…

Christ is all you need to be spiritually alive. Christ is our confirmation, our divine liberator, and our victory.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

Last week we were challenged to examine how we have organized our life in light of Jesus’ preeminence. This week, Paul moves into a personal testimony of how he has been changed by this revelation in his own life.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

Jesus is above all. Only Jesus can transform us from darkness to light, and apart from Him we are alienated enemies of God. As we study the preeminence of Jesus, we need to ask ourselves....does Jesus have first place in our lives?Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

As we begin our study in Colossians, we see three responses to Jesus being over all: celebrate, pray, and live as one who is redeemed.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

You are responsible to follow Jesus. But what is a disciple of Jesus, why does it matter, how does one live as a disciple, and what is Calvary's role in helping you?Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni

Judgment & Accountability and Forgiveness vs. Accountability can be hard tensions to balance. However, when we recognize our own sin and need for Jesus, judgment yields gracious accountability. When we focus on the forgiveness we've been given, accountability goes from wanting revenge to wanting good for the other person.…

The great spiritual battle comes down to two kingdoms in conflict: the Kingdom of God vs the Kingdom of Self. Only a clear view of God's unending grace can make you love God's Kingdom more than yourself.Oleh Pastor Kenny Fisher

Sometimes, things don't make sense to us, and we don't understand what God is doing. Today, we are reminded that God desires to shape us (not destroy us), God reserves the right to deal with us His way, and that God can and will deal with rebellion against His sovereignty.Oleh Pastor John D Talley III

Scripture frequently presents us with tensions. It offers truths that seem to push and pull on one another. Tension is often a negative word, but tension isn't always an indicator that something's wrong. The more God stretches us, the more he can use us, and the more we will delight in Him. Embracing these healthy tensions leads to spiritual wisdom…

Our plans might be motivated by good intentions and appear to be righteous, but they may still not line up with the Lord's will. Our best response to God's "no" is to say "yes" to what he has for us instead.Oleh Shane Silva

Christmas is about God fulfilling a promise woven into the Old Testament: He will be with us, and that's what we celebrate.Oleh Pastor Chris Casoni