Dependable

February 26 | Sam Cassese

John 15:1-11

Have you ever depended on someone who didn't come through for you? The world teaches us that depending on others is dangerous and that the only person worth depending on is ourselves. But what does the Bible say about dependency? This week, as we wrap up our Grow series, we take a look at John 15 where Jesus shares some of His last words with His disciples. Along with some great gardening tips, we get a better understanding about dependency. Contrary to what the world says, there is one who is Dependable.

The Collection For The Saints

February 19 | Sam Cassese

2 Corinthians 8:1-9

There’s a famine in the land! A severe food shortage has hit Jerusalem and the followers of Jesus are in serious need. This week we learn that they received relief from an unlikely source. As we learn the story, we receive not only hope for our needs, but also a timeless example for followers of Jesus everywhere. This week we find another “mark of maturity" as we tune into The Collection for the Saints.

All Hands On Deck

February 12 | Sam Cassese

1 Peter 4:10-11

All Hands on Deck! This is what the captain of a ship would cry when everyone, and both of their hands, was needed up top. The moment required that everyone take their skills and expertise and get busy for the good of the ship. No one could afford to stay sleeping below. If they were going to make it, they needed everyone.

This week in 1 Peter, the Lord is addressing a group of beleaguered believers. As they are figuring out how to stay standing and keep growing in the midst of harsh opposition, the Lord gives them a clue as He shouts, All Hands on Deck!

Man On A Mission

February 5 | Sam Cassese

Matthew 28:16-20

What were Jesus’ last words before leaving earth? As the gospel of Matthew comes to a close, He leaves His disciples with some final instructions. As we mull over those final words ringing in our ears, they will shape our understanding of the Church and show us that to be a mature follower of Jesus is to carry on His mission.

Don’t Drop The Baton

January 29 | Sam Cassese

Deuteronomy 6:1-12

Israel is on the doorstep of the Promised Land. As they prepare to enter it, God’s instructions to them reveal to us another important mark of maturity. This week we see that God calls the community of faith to...

Don’t Hate, Cultivate

January 22 | Sam Cassese

Acts 2:42-47

Followers of Jesus GROW! This week we look for the second “mark of maturity” and we find it at Ground Zero of the Church. As we go back and follow the lives of Jesus’ first followers, we find that this growing movement of people was marked by a very particular mentality – and the world took notice. Join us this week as we ask the Lord to help us understand this trait and to empower us to cultivate it on our own lives. Don’t miss it as we continue with Don’t Hate, Cultivate

Take A Walk

January 15 | Sam Cassese

Psalm 1

God is at work to make us GROW! He is actively at work in us to move us toward maturity. This week you’ll need your sneakers, because God is inviting you… on a walk! Our Creator will take us on a stroll, and along the way He will point out some sights as He reveals to us the first picture of a mature and godly follower of Jesus.

God’s Plan

January 8 | Sam Cassese

Colossians 1:21-22, 28-29

Happy New Year! As most people are thinking about the resolutions and intentions they want to fulfill this year, we’re going to begin the new year by asking an even bigger question: What is God’s plan for my life? Join us as we look at God’s Plan and determine how we’ll respond to this plan in 2023 as a community of faith.