Political leaders, doctors, moms and dads are just a few of the people in whom we put our hope. Unfortunately, the greater the hope you put in someone the greater the disappointment if you find that your hope is misplaced. Jesus, the powerful Son of Man, has invited his disciples to put their hope in him, so imagine their disappointment when he predicts his death. As unbelievable as his death might seem to his disciples, it doesn’t compare to what he wants all followers—including you and me—to believe about his death and the encouragement it brings. Matthew 26:1-35

Josh Winn

Believing the Unbelieveable about Jesus’ Death

According to the Bible, all of us will stand trial before a perfect Judge who will pronounce whether we will receive eternal life or eternal punishment. We want to be prepared for the best evidence to present to this judge.  What is that key evidence? It is not singing, prayer, church attendance, or Bible study. Our surprising answer comes from Matthew 25:31-46.

Dr. Vic Anderson

The World on Trial

The Bible teaches that believers will give an account of their lives to the Lord when we see Him. At any moment, we may stand before Him, to have our service record carefully evaluated. What can we expect at that time? What will result if we have served him faithfully? What will happen if we have not? Jesus tells two parables that will answer those important questions. Matthew 25:1-30

Steve Bergstrom

Prepare for the Master

Anticipating the return of one dearly loved is exciting. The house gets cleaned. The best clothes are set aside. A feast is carefully prepared. Music and laughter abound. These things make sense for when a dad or mom, son or daughter comes home, but what about when Jesus returns? How should we prepare for such a sweet reunion? The answers are found in Matthew 24:36-51.

Making the Right Preparations

Josh Winn

Online Note:

The video played toward the beginning are of multiple children being surprised by their dad returning home from military service.

The song toward the end of the sermon is called, “We Are Waiting” by Geoff Moore & the Distance.

Few things are as unnerving as uncertainty about what lies ahead. We want to know – even if there is bad news about the future. Many today will contend that it is impossible to know the future. So we are condemned to uncertainty and fear. But Jesus taught that we are surely headed for a specific destiny – one that will vindicate the followers of Jesus. But how bumpy is the road to that destination! Matthew 24:1-35 tells us what to expect as we travel the road ahead.

Dr. Vic Anderson

Our Certain Destiny