Today we celebrate graduate recognition and new members joining our church. Today's message reflects on the Great Commission!

Discussion Guide

Today is Pentecost Sunday! Thank you for joining us to celebrate the birth of the church. Based on Acts 2: 1-8

As a Boy Scout, I learned a motto that has stuck with me through the years, “be prepared.” In life, it is important to prayerfully prepare for the variety of circumstances we may face. Peter knew the importance of spiritual preparation, especially in light of the hardships he knew he would encounter because of his faith in Jesus. Rather than react to hardships when they arrived, Peter prepared himself to see each challenge as an opportunity to share his faith. In this message, we examine ways that we can spiritually prepare to our personal trials into our testimonies. Based on 1 Peter 3:13-22Against the Grain, Week 5: Discussion Guide

The message for DSM Sunday will focus on God’s ultimate purpose for us who are followers in Christ – to be living stones, part of the spiritual house God is building as a testimony to Christ. As students are in the midst of discovering their personal identity and direction in life, they will reflect on what this passage says about our ultimate purpose. Based on 1 Peter 2:1-10

Against the Grain, Week 4: Discussion Guide

Too often, we see our sufferings as a sign that God is not on our side. Nothing could be further from the truth. God’s Word is clear that when we follow Jesus there will be times when we suffer, just as Christ suffered. While we do not wish for suffering, Peter teaches us to interpret our suffering as an opportunity to deepen our truth in Christ. In this message, we look at the suffering Jesus endured as a model for how we can weather the storms of this life. Based on 1 Peter 2:19-25

Against the Grain, Week 3: Discussion Guide

When life presents us with challenges, it is important to remember that the world as we know it is not our permanent home. As followers of Jesus, we are awaiting the day of his return when he will establish the fullness of his Kingdom. We are citizens of heaven and not of this earth. Peter reminds us of these truths, call us to shine as though redeemed by Christ in a world that can sometimes pull us in the opposite direction than Christ would have us go. Based on 1 Peter 1:17-23

Against the Grain, Week 2: Discussion Guide

Following Jesus is not a ticket to an easy life. Every Christian will face trials and struggles. 1 Peter is written to Christians experiencing hardships that are testing their faith. In the opening of the letter, Peter reminds them of the hope that is theirs in Jesus Christ. It is this hope that can energize them to move forward and press on amid trials and uncertainties. In this message, we are invited to lift our eyes beyond our present struggles to look out on the horizon and see the hope that is ours in Christ. Based on 1 Peter 1:3-9

Against the Grain, Week 1: Discussion Guide

This year’s Easter Sunday services will focus on the resurrection account in Matthew’s gospel. From the earthquake, to the fear of the disciples, to the angel’s assuring words, we will focus on the good news that Jesus is alive. Based on Matthew 28:1-10

Easter 2026: Discussion Guide