Sermon Archive

Exodus 20:7

As we continue through the Ten Commandments, we explore the weight and wonder of the third: “You shall not misuse the name of the LORD your God.” This message challenges us to consider how we speak—and live—in light of God’s name. His name isn’t just a label; it represents His character, His blessing, His authority, and His salvation. Misusing it—through cursing, casualness, or contradiction—diminishes something deeply sacred. But when we treat God’s name with reverence, it shapes our hearts and honors the One who gave everything for us. Let us learn how to speak His name with honor, live with integrity, and reflect Christ in all we do.

Exodus 20:4-6

In week two of our Etched in Stone series, Mark unpacks the Second Commandment—“No Idols”—by reminding us that the Ten Commandments aren’t a way to earn God’s favor, but a path to walk in relationship with Him. Just like a train needs tracks to move forward, our lives were designed to flourish when aligned with God's ways. Idolatry isn’t just an ancient problem—it’s a human one. Whether it’s our preferences, feelings, or a distorted view of God, anything that replaces or reshapes Him in our hearts becomes an idol. But God hasn’t left us guessing about who He is—He’s revealed Himself in creation, His Word, and ultimately in Jesus. When we truly see Him, we can worship Him rightly and live with purpose.

Exodus 20:1-3

Ross kicks off our new series Etched in Stone by reframing the Ten Commandments not as restrictive rules but as gracious words from a personal, redeeming, and ruling God who desires relationship with His people. In this week’s message from Exodus 20:1–3, we explore the foundational first commandment: “You shall have no other gods before me.” Ross shows how God gives His law after rescuing His people—not to earn freedom, but to teach them how to live as His own. The commandments reveal who God is, who we are, and how we are to relate to Him—with undivided worship. Ultimately, they point us to our deep need for Jesus, the one who fulfilled the law perfectly and enables us, by grace, to live for God’s glory.

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In this message from our One Another series, Pastor Ross unpacks what it means to handle one another’s maturity in Christ—not as a solo journey but a shared one. Drawing from Romans, Colossians, and Galatians, he shows how spiritual growth happens in community when we are devoted to one another like family, teaching one another the Word of Christ, and serving one another humbly in love. These aren't just spiritual tasks to check off, but the relational soil where discipleship takes root. When we live this way, we reflect the very heart of Jesus—who was perfectly devoted, the ultimate teacher, and a servant to all.

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Marty walks us through four often-overlooked “one another” commands in Scripture that are essential for how we handle sin—in ourselves and each other—as a church. In a culture that resists accountability and avoids the topic of sin, we’re called to something deeper: to submit to one another, admonish one another, spur one another on, and forgive one another. These practices are uncomfortable, but they’re necessary for us to grow in holiness, protect each other from sin’s destruction, and reflect the grace and power of the Gospel together.

Colossians 3:12-14

Mark challenges us to “handle one another’s differences” by living out the “one another” commands of Scripture—not just tolerating each other’s quirks, but actively choosing humility, love, and honor in the midst of our differences. Using the metaphor of cartilage in a knee, he explains that these biblical instructions—like patience, gentleness, and forgiveness—keep our relationships from becoming painfully abrasive. While it’s natural to get annoyed with others, especially in close community, we’re called to bear with one another in love, not isolate or grumble. This isn’t extra-credit Christianity—it’s the outflow of God’s work in us. As we clothe ourselves with compassion and put on sincere love, we reflect God’s grace and put the gospel on display in a broken world.