Weekend Messages

MODERN DAY LESSONS FROM AN OLD-SCHOOL PROPHET
We all draw inspiration from the heroes of the Bible – people like Abraham, Noah, and David. But it’s easy to forget that our heroes were humans, just like us. The Bible says that Elijah, one of the Old Testament’s greatest prophets, was no different than you and me. He faced real struggles and doubts, and yet God used him in powerful ways. Join us for this summer series as we dive into the life of Elijah and discover valuable lessons for our lives today.

June 8
A Lesson on Conviction
Jon Rychener
Elijah lived during a time when many people had turned from God and chased after lesser pursuits. Yet instead of going with the flow, he chose to swim upstream. His life demonstrates how we, too, can live with godly conviction in a world that pulls us in the opposite direction.

June 15 | Father’s Day
A Lesson on Dependence
Jon Rychener
One of the hallmarks of Elijah’s life was his deep dependence on God. Whether he was being fed by ravens or being cared for by a poor widow, Elijah trusted God at every turn. As we explore his story, let’s discover how we can also deepen our dependence on God.

June 29
A Lesson on Courage
Jon Rychener
One of Elijah’s greatest moments involved calling down fire from heaven. It was awe-inspiring, but the real miracle in that moment was his courage to stand for God amid a wicked king and hundreds of false prophets. Let’s learn how we, too, can develop the courage to stand in the face of opposition. 

July 6 | Communion | Independence Day
A Lesson on Prayer
Jon Rychener
Elijah witnessed extraordinary answers to prayer in his day. In response to his prayers, Elijah saw God send fire from heaven and raise a boy from the dead. From the story of Elijah, we can recognize the building blocks of an effective prayer life and learn how to apply them in our own lives.

July 13
A Lesson on Comebacks
Jon Rychener
Have you ever felt defeated and depleted with nothing left to give? Even Elijah sank into despair after calling down fire from heaven. Yet in the midst of his lowest moment, God taught him a heavenly prescription for experiencing a comeback—one that still works today. Join us as we learn how we can all experience comebacks in our lives.

July 20
A Lesson on Mentoring
Jon Rychener
The handoff from Elijah to Elisha demonstrates the importance of investing in those who will follow us. Just as Elijah prepared Elisha to carry on God’s Work, we’re called to do the same with others. Let's explore how we can follow Elijah’s example and raise up those who will continue to carry out God’s mission.