Following Jesus

What is the best way to find your way to a place you’re unfamiliar with? Someone’s directions might get lost in translation, maps can be difficult to find, and sometimes GPS can really get things confusing.

Often the most reliable way to find your way somewhere is to follow someone who already knows the way. The same can be true when we have trouble navigating our way through life.

As believers in Jesus, we are called to follow Him. But what does that really mean? The best answer is that we go where Jesus went, we do what Jesus did, and we obey what Jesus taught. It’s with this in mind we begin our new sermon series on the book of Matthew where we will examine those things that Jesus did, where he went and what he taught.

Was Jesus Serious When He Said That?

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We love our pets. We especially love the affection we might receive from them. Have you ever wondered how often that affection has more to do with what they want from you? I’ve noticed my daughter’s cat is especially friendly right around meal time. We can probably ask the same question about our own actions, … Read more

The Same Yet Different: The shocking blessings of Jesus

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The 2026 College Football National Championship game involves two teams who have not been in the national championship conversation for several years. One team, Indiana, holds the record for the most losses ever by a college football team. Many people find it refreshing that this year’s championship doesn’t involve the same few teams that have … Read more

Gone Fishing: Following Jesus When We Feel Unqualified

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I can remember a family vacation where there were many opportunities to go fishing. With anticipation, I bought all the gear and was excited about the possibilities. I didn’t catch a thing. Eventually I figured out that I enjoyed fishing, but the things I enjoyed about fishing had nothing to do with fishing itself. I … Read more

Following Jesus: Understanding His Priorities

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The Bible doesn’t tell us much about the early life of Jesus. What we do see is his first couple of years, and then an account of his family visiting the temple. That’s it. As we begin our series on following Jesus, we take a look at what’s next: when Jesus prepares to begin his … Read more