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Created on Purpose

We relate to the Psalms because David gives voice to the emotions we all experience – sadness, grief, anxiety, joy, wonder, and praise. Our souls sing out, too. Deep within us is a longing for our Creator, and when we worship, our souls respond with praise. In Psalm 8, David turns his attention to creation. Look around you. Look at the beauty and majesty of the world God has made. Sit quietly beneath the stars and consider the vastness of the heavens. In the wonder of creation, we are reminded that there is a God – and then comes the astonishing question: “What is mankind that you are mindful of them?” We seem so small beneath an infinity sky, yet God sees us. More than that, He created humanity in His own image. Creation was not random or accidental. It was intentional, purposeful, and filled with meaning. Humanity was given a unique place within it, invited to partner with God in His kingdom and to care for what He has entrusted to us. That stewardship reaches far beyond the world around us. We are called to be faithful with our resources, our finances, our relationships, and one another. As Jesus reminds us in the story of the Good Samaritan, caring for God’s creation also means caring for God’s people. Psalm 8 reminds us of something our souls need to remember: you were created on purpose, and you were created for a purpose. “O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have set your glory in the heavens.” ~~ Psalm 8:1

Cameron Dague August 9, 2026

The Soul Sings

What is your soul singing today? Whether life is filled with joy or weighed down by grief, success or struggle, our souls were created to respond to God. In this new series through the Psalms, The Soul Sings, we’ll discover that worship is more than music – it’s the deepest expression of the life God breathed into us. From the very beginning, God formed humanity in His image and breathed His own breath into us, giving us a living soul. We were created for relationship with Him, and when that relationship is neglected, our souls grow weary. Yet in every season – on the mountaintop or in the valley, in celebration or in sorrow – God invites us to draw near. He is not afraid of our questions, our pain, or our tears. The Psalms remind us that every emotion can become an act of worship. Join us as we explore how our souls were designed to sing the praises of the One who gives us life, restores what is broken, and faithfully walks with us through every season. “O Lord open my lips, and my mouth will declare your praise.” ~~ Psalm 51:15

Riley Pate August 2, 2026

Elijah’s Dark Moment

After the dramatic victory on Mount Carmel, Elijah expected hearts to turn back to God. Instead, Queen Jezebel vowed to kill him, and the prophet fled in fear. Exhausted, discouraged, and believing he had failed, Elijah reached the depths of despair. Yet this passage reminds us that even the strongest servants of God are only human. Mountaintop experiences are fleeting, but most of life is lived in the valleys. The same God who reveals His power on the mountain is the same God who faithfully meets us in our darkest moments. Rather than rebuking Elijah, the Lord gently ministered to him through rest, provision, and His compassionate presence. When we feel alone, burned out, or unable to see what God is doing, we can trust that He has not abandoned us. He is still in control, still caring for His people, and still leading them forward. “Not that I speak from want; for I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am.I know how to get along with humble means, and I also know how to live in prosperity; in any and every circumstance I have learned the secret of being filled and going hungry, both of having abundance and suffering need.I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.” ~~ Philippians 4:11-13

Riley Pate July 12, 2026

Fight For It – Ephesians 3:14-21

In a world filled with distraction, complacency, and confusion, we are reminded that the gospel was never meant for just one generation – it is for all generations. The same Spirit that raised Christ from the grave now dwells in every believer, empowering us to stand firm and fight for what matters most. As we explore the surpassing love of Christ, we are challenged to build homes rooted in Him, raise children who know not only about Jesus but how to truly dwell with Him, and become a church family marked by authenticity, mentorship, and faithfulness. Our young people are not looking for fluff – they are longing for something real. This message is a call for believers to invest in the next generation, strengthen families, and pursue lives that are fully surrendered to Christ. What does your family need? What does the church need? What does our community need? The answer is the same: the power and presence of the Holy Spirit. I am the vine, you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. ~~ John 15:5

Cameron Dague May 24, 2026

Walking Worthy – Ephesians 5:1-21

Ephesians 5:1-21 reminds us that the Christian life is not behavior modification – it is gospel transformation Once dead in sin, believers have been made alive in Christ, and that new life changes the way we walk. Paul calls us to imitate Christ by walking in love, holiness, light, and wisdom. Because we have been adopted into God’s family, our identity now shapes the way we live. Biblical love is sacrificial, not sentimental, and the cross reshapes how we love Others in every area of life. As children of light, we no longer hide in darkness but live with grace, confession, thankfulness, and wisdom in a world constantly trying to disciple us. The Spirit-filled life is marked by worship, joy, and a daily surrender to God’s direction. The heart of this passage – and the gospel itself – is this: we were dead, but God made us alive. For ye were sometimes darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord: walk as children of light: ~~ Ephesians 5:8

Justin Coleman May 10, 2026

A Unified Body – Ephesians 4:1-16

In Ephesians 4, the Apostle Paul reminds us that we don’t live for our salvation – we live because of it. Our walk with Christ is not about earning something personal, but about living out what has already been given to us through grace. And that grace was never meant to stop with the individual. We often think of salvation in deeply personal terms, but Christ came to save a people. Salvation is not just individual – it’s corporate. It brings us into something bigger than ourselves: a unified body marked by humility, patience, and love. Paul challenges us to lay aside the divisions we tend to cling to – differences in culture, appearance, opinions, or background – and to remember what truly unites us. In a world defined by division, the church is called to something radically different. Our unity is not built on shared preferences or circumstances, but on the unchanging person of Jesus Christ. We won’t always agree on everything, but we stand on common ground in Him. Spiritual maturity is seen in how we live out that unity – choosing grace over judgment, humility over pride, and love over division. If we are known more for what we oppose than for the hope we share, we’ve missed the heart of the gospel. True unity flows from Christ and is sustained by His grace. And it becomes visible when we refuse to tear each other down, but instead build one another up as one people, called from death to life, and from darkness into light. One Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all. ~~ Ephesians 4:5-6

Riley Pate April 26, 2026

The Measure of God’s Love – Ephesians 3

When disaster strikes, relief always follows – people rush in to restore what’s been broken. In Ephesians 3, we’re reminded that God is doing something even greater: He is building a people who move toward the broken, just as Christ has moved toward us. Where Israel once failed to reflect God to the world, the Church now stands as a living display of His wisdom and grace – bringing together all people, no longer outsiders, but family with full access to the Father. Even in struggle, we can trust that God is at work with purpose and precision. Paul doesn’t pray for easier circumstances, but for something deeper – that Christ would dwell fully in our hearts. Not just on Sundays, but in every part of our lives, rooted and grounded in love. This message calls us to a stronger inner life, anchored in Christ and filled with the fullness of God. His love is beyond measure – unchanging, unstoppable, and greater than anything we could ever comprehend. His love endures forever. Psalm 136

Justin Coleman April 19, 2026

But Now… Brought Near – Ephesians 2:11-22

What has God done for us – and what is He building through us? In Ephesians 2:11-22, we see one of the clearest pictures of life without God: distant, separated, and far from His family. From the moment humanity was driven out of the garden in Genesis 3, the story has been one of brokenness and separation. But God never stopped pursuing His people. Then everything changes. “But now, in Christ Jesus, you who once were far away have been brought near…” Not by our effort, but by His grace – through the blood of Christ. Jesus lived the life we could not live and died the death we deserved, making a way for us to be reconciled to God. This isn’t just about being fixed – it’s about being made new. God is creating a new humanity, a people in whom He now dwells. The temple is no longer a place, but a people. And if God’s Spirit lives in us, then we carry His presence – and His mission – into the world. Join us as we explore how, in Christ, the way to God is open to all – and how we are called to proclaim that good news. But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near by the blood of Christ. ~~ Ephesians 2:13

Justin Coleman April 12, 2026

But God – Ephesians 2:1-10

In Ephesians 2:1-10, we’re confronted with a question we all feel but often misunderstand: Why do we struggle? Why does sin feel so powerful? Why does the world feel so broken? The Apostle Paul walks us through four defining moments: we are dead… but God… He made us alive… and He gives us purpose. Paul doesn’t soften the diagnosis. He doesn’t say we’re sick or just struggling – he says we are dead in our trespasses and sins. Not drifting, not barely staying afloat – but lifeless. We don’t need a life preserver; we need resurrection. This isn’t a behavior problem – it’s a death problem. From the fall in Genesis to now, sin has shaped our nature and broken our world. But then come two of the most powerful words in all of Scripture: “but God.” Rich in mercy, He stepped in. He did what we could never do for ourselves. He made us alive in Christ and gave us a new purpose. This is the story of salvation – not what we achieve, but what God has done. But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions – it is by grace you have been saved. ~~ Ephesians 2:4-5

Justin Coleman April 5, 2026

Eyes Opened to the King – Ephesians 1:15-23

In this passage, the Apostle Paul isn’t praying surface-level prayers – he’s going deeper. He’s asking God to open our eyes to see what has been true all along. These are the “whys” behind how we pray. Paul gives us three powerful anchors for our prayer: that we would know God better, understand the hope of His calling, and experience the greatness of His power. This isn’t about asking God to fix our circumstances – it’s about asking Him to reveal Himself to us. Because prayer isn’t about changing God – it’s about changing us. It aligns us, shapes us, and draws us into real relationship with Him. Paul prays that the eyes of our hearts would be enlightened. The issue isn’t information – it’s vision. In Christ, we have a secure and guaranteed future, a hope that cannot be shaken. And the same resurrection power that raised Christ from the dead is at work in us. What could possibly be greater than that? God moves where His people pray. The question is – are we praying just to receive from Him, or to truly know Him? “I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death,” Philippians 3:10

Justin Coleman March 29, 2026

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