Instructions Included: Building Up Children in the Lord

Text: Matthew 18:1-10

Many in our culture are focused on living their lives for themselves, according to their wants, desires, and pleasures. Sadly, even in the Church many live focused on their own personal “liberties” in Christ. However, God shows us in His Word that the purpose of this liberty in Christ is to free us so that we might live for the glory of God and the good of others. In this message, we learn the importance of living our life in such a way that it brings glory to God and good to others, especially those younger believers and even children in our lives who are following our footsteps. Our lives can provide stepping stones for their growth or stumbling blocks that hinder them. The choice is up to us. We pray that you will listen to this message and choose carefully the type of stone your life is becoming for others.

Instructions Included: Leading Children to the Lord

Text: Mark 10:13-16

Children are a great gift from God, but with these gifts come great responsibility. While we are all called to care for them and lead them, we often struggle with leading them in the things that matter most. We might focus on their physical growth and development, their academic success and growth in knowledge, their increased athletic ability, their vast creativity, and a host of other wonderful things. However, who is focused on their soul? Who is concerned about their relationship with Jesus? This message shows us a great failure of the disciples and the clear resolution of Christ. We invite you to listen today so that you can avoid this failure and can faithfully lead others, including children, to Jesus.

Instructions Included: Dedicating Children to the Lord

Text: 1 Samuel 1:1-2:2

In many cultures children may be looked down upon because of their lack of education or expertise. Some view them as a liability, a burden, and a nuisance. Sadly, because we live in a fallen world and evil is real, there are also some who exploit children and use them for their own purposes. However, it is amazing to discover how God views children. Throughout His Word He shows many truths about His perspective of children and gives clear instructions and examples of how we should care for them today. We invite you to listen today to discover God’s role in providing us with children, and our role in caring for them well.

Crossing The Red Sea

Text: Exodus 14:1-13 (KJV)

Have you ever come to a dead-end road in life where you didn't know where to turn? Have you ever wondered where God was and what He was doing while you seemed stuck? There are often times in life where we don't know where to go, where to turn, or what to do, but this message reminds us that the Lord is always with us and He always has a plan. We simply need to look to Him, wait on Him, and trust in Him. If you find yourself in a difficult place today, we pray that you will listen to this message so that the Lord might lead you forward in faith.