More Than a Pew--Why Fellowship Fuels Your Faith
by Matthew Allen on June 27th, 2025
We must not downplay the importance of the shared lives of believers. Scripture paints a far richer picture of Christian life than just what happens during a worship assembly. The early church embodied a whole-life response to Jesus:
“Now all the believers were together and held all things in common.” — Acts 2:44 Read More
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We Belong to an Unshakable Kingdom
by Matthew Allen on June 20th, 2025
We are entering the presence of the King, not a distant ruler hidden behind clouds and smoke, but a gracious Redeemer who welcomes us with open arms. Read More
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The King Who Walks Among Us
by Matthew Allen on June 13th, 2025
Now, at the name of Jesus, every knee will bow—in heaven, on earth, and under the earth. Every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord. This is not just a future promise—it is a present reality. Jesus reigns today. His Kingdom is unshakable. And we are called to live each day in light of His exalted presence.
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Crowned with Glory: The Reign of Our King
by Matthew Allen on May 30th, 2025
Long before the world began, Jesus was foreordained to reign (1 Peter 1:20). His resurrection and ascension were not only a triumph over death — they were His royal enthronement. Read More
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Be Like Your Father: A Preview of This Sunday’s Lesson from Ephesians 5:1-2
by Matthew Allen on May 23rd, 2025
“Be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” Read More
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Speaking Life: The Power of Our Words
by Matthew Allen on May 2nd, 2025
Proverbs 16:27 adds that malicious words are like “a scorching fire,” burning those around us. Someone rightly said, “Mean hearts produce mean speech.” Ephesians 4:30-31 calls us to remove bitterness, anger, and slander from our lives, replacing them with kindness and compassion (Ephesians 4:32). Read More
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Be the Salt and Light: Living Authentically as a Disciple of Jesus
by Matthew Allen on April 25th, 2025
Living as salt and light isn’t always easy. In Matthew 10:24-25, Jesus reminds us:
“A disciple is not above his teacher, or a slave above his master. It is enough for a disciple to become like his teacher and a slave like his master. If they called the head of the house ‘Beelzebul,’ how much more the members of his household!” Read More
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The Living Christ: How the Resurrection Reveals God’s Heart
by Matthew Allen on April 18th, 2025
Whether you’re grieving a loss, facing uncertainty, or feeling alone, the risen Christ sees you. He fulfills His promise: “Your sorrow will turn to joy” (John 16:20). Read More
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How Well Do You Listen to God?
by Matthew Allen on April 11th, 2025
The Bible calls us to receive His word “not as a human message, but as it truly is, the word of God, which also works effectively in you who believe” (1 Thessalonians 2:13). But listening isn’t enough—our hearts must be pliable, ready to obey no matter the cost. As King David told his son Solomon, “Serve [God] wholeheartedly and with a willing mind, for the Lord searches every heart and understands the intention of every thought” (1 Chronicles 28:9). A pliable heart doesn’t say, “I don’t agree” or “That’s outdated.” It says, “God, show me Your way.” Read More
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Known and Shown: Reflecting God's Love
by Matthew Allen on April 4th, 2025
In Psalm 103:8, he writes, “The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in faithful love.” Does that sound familiar? It echoes Exodus 34:6, but David isn't just quoting—he’s singing from the scars of his own life. Read More
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Abide and Thrive: Join Us This Sunday
by Matthew Allen on March 28th, 2025
Picture a vineyard in Galilee—branches heavy with grapes, thriving not by hustle but by staying connected to the vine. That’s the image Jesus gives us in John 15:4-5: “Remain in me… I am the vine; you are the branches. Read More
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Treasures of the Heart: Living for What Lasts
by Matthew Allen on March 21st, 2025
Matthew 5:14–16 says, “You are the light of the world… let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.” Read More
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More Than a Pew--Why Fellowship Fuels Your Faith
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We Belong to an Unshakable Kingdom
June 20th, 2025
The King Who Walks Among Us
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Crowned with Glory: The Reign of Our King
May 30th, 2025
Be Like Your Father: A Preview of This Sunday’s Lesson from Ephesians 5:1-2
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