2,000 years ago, many believed that Jesus came to rule over a human Roman empire, thinking that a better government was the ultimate solution. While working for a better government is important for faithful Christians, it’s crucial to remember that the saving power and reign of Jesus extend far beyond what most people imagine. In …
There’s a hard-to-explain fact that can give you a bigger sense of security and a profound feeling of belonging. Today we’re going to look at how God loves and chooses his people in a way that empowers us to live confidently for Him. watch on Youtube
You’ve probably noticed that the idea of being part of a church is changing these days. It’s almost like church is going through its own ‘Blockbuster’ moment. But God’s Word has some exciting insights to share. In this week’s message, we’re diving deep into what church really means (and trust us, it might surprise you!). …
Coasting is easy, living a life of making a difference comes with push-back. And when you’re willing to face seen opposition out of hope in an often-unseen God, JESUS calls you BLESSED. Today we’ll discover what Jesus says about persecution (and why it might be good) and how push back can make you more resilient …
Blessed Are the Baptized Bullied- Matthew 5: 9-12 Read More »
What does Jesus say God’s kids look like? – You might guess, “holy”, or “loving”, or “righteous”… but Jesus goes in a different direction. Children of God are people who learn to, and work at making peace. Join Pastor Sam Sutter as we discover what Jesus says about peacemakers and how they’re happy, blessed and …
Deep down we all long to see God. Even people who don’t believe in God have some hard things to tell him. This week we look at what Jesus says about how to get on a pathway to seeing God. It might surprise you, and the path to change might be challenging, but Jesus makes …
Merciful people are happy people. It’s when you see people through eyes of grace, and treat them with more kindness that you deserve that you start to have better relationships, mental health, and somehow the Blessing of God. Join Pastor Sam Sutter at Goshen Church to learn how mercy is a powerful diagnostic tool leading …
We all have a built-in hunger. The feeling that something is missing and we can be filled… but what we try and fill out emptiness with can hurt us more than help us. Hungering for the wrong things is the sin of covetousness, but JESUS gives us a better way to be filled, happy and …
Happy are the hungry (for the right things) – Sam Sutter Read More »
Pastor Dave opening up Joshua and teaches us about how to be good followers of King Jesus. (Part 1) watch on Youtube
Despite the brokenness found in Christian community, Jesus’ church gives people connection to other people locally and globally. We’re going to look at some of what the Bible claims about how your private faith gives you connections and how being a part of a bigger community gives you stability and family in chaos and isolation. …
