“Be Careful What You Wish For”
“Be Careful What You Wish For” 2 Kings 2:1-12, Mark 9:2-9 — Elisha wanted a double portion of Elijah’s share of God’s spirit. Peter, James, and John wanted to be Jesus’s top three disciples. Both of these requests were confirmed by a vision of God. God provides, this is true, but God is not…
The Rolling Stone
“The Rolling Stone” Mark 1:29-39 — A rolling stone gathers no moss. God’s mission often requires movement. Movement is hard to do when you are settled in and comfortable. But God’s plan is more important. We must do what we were meant to do. I am sorry to say that this sermon is…
“What’s in a Name?” Malachi 3:1,16-18; Luke 1:57-64
“What’s in a Name?” Malachi 3:1,16-18; Luke 1:57-64 — Names are important in the Hebrew world. God used names to assign his destiny to people. God remembered. God is my oath. God has been gracious. These are names that God uses to bring about our destiny – Our hope is that God loves us enough to give…
“Stay in the Light”
“Stay in the Light” 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 —We might be tempted to build a selfish empire in this dark world, but trust in God’s salvation can keep us in the light. The devil wants us to hide in the dark, but we don’t need to choose darkness. God is on our side! In his book,…
“You Know What Time It Is”
“You Know What Time It Is” Romans 13:8-14 – What difference does it make that Jesus may return tomorrow? Does it impact our motivation to live for Jesus? How many of you have ever seen a picture of a man standing on the sidewalk with a sandwich board that says, “The End is Near?”…
Visioning: Grow
“Visioning: Grow” – Colossians 3:12-17, John 15:1-9 – God has a special vision and a purpose for Hillcrest. The vision begins when we connect with God and connect with one another. The next step is to grow to full maturity in faith. This happens when we join a community to which we are accountable so…
Visioning: Connect
“Visioning: Connect” – Jeremiah 29:10-14, John 15:1-9 – God has a special vision and a purpose for Hillcrest. The vision begins when we connect with God and connect with one another. This is the fellowship that anchors us into the true vine, Christ, so we can all be of one plant together. For true relationships…
The Shortest Distance Between Two Points
“The Shortest Distance Between Two Points” – Acts 27:1, 13-15, 39-41, 28:1-10 – Paul knew he had to go to Rome, but his path to get there was anything but straight. Everything went wrong… even a shipwreck, and yet, God used the opportunity to cause many to believe in Jesus. Our path will be similar….
“RADICALLY INCLUSIVE” Acts 10:19-47
“RADICALLY INCLUSIVE” Acts 10:19-47 – The message of Jesus is meant for all people. God calls us in love to intentionally reach out to those who are different from us, even when it is uncomfortable. It is not easy to surrender all to God. It is not easy to follow the call of God to…