Sermon Series

Momentum

Momentum

In an article entitled “The Secret to Generating Momentum in Your Church,“ Carl Kuhn describes what it takes for us to gain momentum as a church.
Using the formula for momentum (momentum = mass x velocity), he articulates it this way: “If every person in our church (MASS) takes one step per week (SPEED) toward Jesus (DIRECTION), we have unbelievable momentum.”
In the midst of all the other distractions in life we want to spend this spring focusing our hearts and minds on Jesus and taking one step closer to Him every week. This sermon series will center on stories about Jesus from the Gospel of Matthew. My prayer is that in this series we would be drawn to the beauty and power of the Savior and hear His invitation to a deeper walk with Him

Our Light Has Come

Our Light Has Come

As trees go up and wreaths are hung, nativities make their way onto mantels and shelves around the world. These figures we carefully place all tell the story of God breaking into our world! Join us this Advent as we examine the story of Christmas through the eyes of those who were there. We will look at the setting, Mary and Joseph, the shepherds, the magi, and Jesus!

What We Love The Most

What We Love The Most

This November we will be looking at the topic of what we love the most, using Deuteronomy 6:4-7 as our key passage.
It famously challenges us to love God with all our heart, soul, and strength, but with so many things vying for our attention and passion, how do we do that well? Where do we start? What does it look like for us to nurture in us and in our families a love for God with our whole being?
Join us as we reflect on this central passage in the Old Testament and grow deeper in our love for our Heavenly Father.

Why I Love The Church

Why I Love The Church

A sermon series on the book of Philippians. Though it is only four chapters, Paul’s letter to Philippi is packed with profound and powerful passages. The title of the series is “Why I Love The Church”. I hope it will be a great opportunity for us to study God’s Word together and for you to get to know me as a pastor.
Philippians provides a wonderful snapshot of different reasons for why I personally love the Church. In his letter, he is giving advice to this gathering of believers on how to walk in step with Jesus as one body and commending them for how they are embodying the Gospel. It is the old apostle joyfully encouraging them to stay rooted in Christ and connected to one another.

Influence

Influence

None of us live in isolation, and we all have influence on the world around us. In this series we will look at people in the Bible who used their influence to bring Kingdom change, and we will explore what it means for us to be influencers for Jesus today.

One

One

Sometimes ONE is all that’s needed. One person who believes in us, one chance to show you are up for the task, one opening in the doctors’ schedule, one smile when you need it most.

In the Bible, there are 4 New Testament books that only have ONE chapter. In this series we will look at these books and explore the truths of God found in these short but significant scriptures. ONE chapter wonders that communicate what is needed.

Bread of Life

Bread of Life

Jesus said, “I am the Bread of Life.” From manna that kept the Israelites trusting God for provision, to stories of the early church gathering together to share meals, bread has been both a staple and symbol throughout scripture. We find physical nourishment in flour, water, yeast and salt, and we find the spiritual nourishment we need in the Son of God.
In this series, we will be looking at passages of scripture that center around bread. Each week we hope you will be able to see God at work and that you will be drawn into deeper discipleship with Him.

Hospitality

Hospitality

Hospitality is more than a handshake. During the month of May, 2022, we will be looking at Biblical hospitality and what it means to welcome others into our lives.

Comeback Characters

Comeback Characters

In this series for Spring 2022, we take a look at the Top ten defining comeback characters from the Bible. Each week, we look at a particular individual who made a difference.

Here We Grow Again

Here We Grow Again

New series for 2022. 'Here We Grow Again'

When Jesus Came to Church

Christmas Stories 2021

Christmas Stories 2021

Christmas is a high point in our culture. It can be easy to confuse the culture with the Scripture. We want to appreciate Christmas from the Bible!

Snapshots of the Church

Snapshots of the Church

Spiritual Health Habits

Spiritual Health Habits

This series looks at five Spiritual Health Habits - Worship, Bible, Fellowship, Service and Prayer.

Then What Happened?

Then What Happened?

In this series, we're going to take a look at the Book of Acts and see what happened after the Resurrection. We'll visit the early church, learn about sacrificial giving, the values of the church both then and now, and see who God used to change the world.

Songs at the Birth

Songs at the Birth

The Christmas story in the Gospel of Luke reads like a Musical. Every few paragraphs, someone is filled with such joy that they burst into song! Join us this advent season, as we study the songs of Zechariah, Mary, the Angels, and Simeon and the joy they felt at the coming of the Lord.

Wise Up

Wise Up

The book of Proverbs is full of practical Godly wisdom for everyday life. Join us as we delve into themes such as pride, justice, friendship, anger, family, and the fear of God.

Resilient Joy

Resilient Joy

The book of Philippians was written from a jail cell, yet it is filled with joy! What was the apostle Paul’s secret to finding joy even in the most difficult circumstances? Join us as we study this amazing letter from prison and search for the secret to having resilient joy in our lives.

Psalms for Now

Psalms for Now

Psalms are gritty, honest cries from the heart, prayerful songs that we can relate to in this time of the Covid-19 pandemic.

A Tale Of Two Kingdoms

A Tale Of Two Kingdoms

Jesus spoke about the Kingdom of God more than any other topic. It was the centerpiece of his teaching.

New Year 2020

New Year 2020

New Year - 2020

Christmas Stories 2019

Christmas Stories 2019

Advent is the season of the church year that marks a time of waiting and anticipation.

Follow Me

Follow Me

From Christmas until Easter, the MPC family will study the book of Mark, tracing the life and ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ. What did he teach? What did he do? Why did he do
it? What does it all mean? In particular, we will study what Jesus invites us to do: “follow him.” What does that mean exactly? What does it look like in today’s world?

All In

All In

Life is a bit like a poker game. We are constantly forced to make choices to either risk or hold back.

What I Love About Jesus

What I Love About Jesus

We will be looking at some of our favorite gospel stories…ones that cause our hearts to swell with love for Christ.

Leap Over A Wall

Leap Over A Wall

David attracts attention by his vigor, his energy, his wholeheartedness, his God-heartedness.

Let Hope Ring Out

Let Hope Ring Out

In such a time as this we need to rediscover hope...a hope that we can proclaim because of Easter

Jesus According To Twitter

Jesus According To Twitter

As we move through the season of "lent" and prepare for Easter...I’ve been wondering....if people could have tweeted about Jesus back then, what would they say?

Forgiveness

Forgiveness

Some of the best things that Jesus ever said were about forgiveness......"your sins are forgiven!"

Sent

Sent

This is the time of year when we reflect on God sending Jesus into our world.

Something Beautiful

Something Beautiful

I believe that God has created us with a longing for beauty. A longing to see and experience the beauty that God has given.

Time Matters

Time Matters

The older I get the more aware I am that there is nothing more valuable than the gift that God has given to us

Wisdom From A Parallel Universe

Wisdom From A Parallel Universe

Early in Jesus' ministry he was doing miraculous stuff. All kinds of people were being healed from various diseases.

Help, I'm Drowning

Help, I'm Drowning

We all can feel like we are ‘drowning’ with too much to do, too much pressure, too much ‘stuff.’

Those Who Were There

Those Who Were There

'Those Who Were There'

Just Imagine

Just Imagine

Friends, Shakespeare wrote "There are more things in heaven and earth, Horatio, than are dreamt of in your philosophy."