1 Samuel 7
At their core, the many problems we see in the world are spiritual in nature. Revival and renewal can begin when God’s people repent, turn, and allow themselves to be used for God’s purposes. Join Dr. Marty Baker in 1 Samuel 7 as we take a look at how God used Samuel to bring about […]
Esther Chapter 8
God is a God of righteous reversals and no matter the person or the circumstance, God can turn things around for His purposes and plans. Join Dr. Marty Baker in chapter 8 as we continue in the story of Esther. God is a God of righteous reversals followed by radical rewards. Don’t believe me? I […]
Esther Introduction
All of us face hard situations. Sometimes, the right decisions is not the easy decision. This week we begin our series in the book of Esther and start to unpack a story of God at work…through imperfect individuals…in unique circumstances…who are being used for greater purposes. When, not if, you (as a Christian) are placed […]
Bold Belief in Tough Times – Part 3
How does being a child of God transform our understanding of who we are and how we live? How do righteousness and sin fit into the picture? Join Dr. Marty Baker as we take a look at 1 John 3:4-9 and discover what Christ has done to set us free from sin. In 605 B.C., […]
The Humble Gospel
What is good enough for God? Impressive generosity? Deep knowledge and understanding? Amazing efforts to get it right? Pastor Alec Zacaroli takes us into the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector and challenges us on our humility towards God and others.
How Do You Develop An Energized, Intimate Relationship With Jesus?
After a brief hiatus in studying First John because of our series for the Easter season, today we dig back into this helpful and challenging book. You will recall that a ninety-something-year-old John wrote to churches he had probably founded in Asia Minor or was at least intimately associated with. His letter is as personal […]
Psalm 141
Talk about a saint who experienced his share of hostility. That was David. Even though God had dethroned the inept, egotistical, power-hungry Saul, and replaced him with the young, unproven, but humble shepherd from Bethlehem, Saul didn’t go quietly into the political night. No, he looked for every opportunity to either eliminate his political opposition, […]
Psalm 37 – Part 3
Jesus warned His followers what to expect prior to return His glorious return. Writing through and amanuensis named John Mark, Peter, recounts Christ’s teaching in chapter 13: 9 But watch out for yourselves, for they will deliver you up to councils, and you will be beaten in the synagogues. You will be brought before rulers […]
Psalm 37 – Part 2
Prior to his martyrdom at the hands of Caesar Nero, Paul wrote about what Christians should expect prior to the return of Christ at the Second Advent at the close of the seven-year tribulation: 1 Now, brethren, concerning the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and our gathering together to Him, we ask you, 2 […]
Grand Opening Weekend – HD Faith
What a great day this is. Not only is this our forty-fifth anniversary as a church, we have the unique privilege of formally dedicating this wonderful worship center, adult classrooms, amazing foyer, and staff office space to the Lord. It has been a long time coming, but we are finally here and it is a […]
Psalm 24
Several years ago Liz and I headed over to George Mason for a Chris Tomlin concert . . . slash . . . awesome worship service. Think we were excited? You bet. Spending some time with Chris and Lou behind the stage after the concert was a chance of a lifetime as well; however, nothing […]
Psalm 11
Despite the wonder of our freedom achieved by the many sacrifices during the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783), we are still fighting to keep the flame of freedom burning brightly because of persistent external and internal pressures based on radical egalitarianism, ill-founded, logically inconsistent , and/or godless worldviews and philosophical systems. We all sense and see […]
