Pastor Galen, March 17th, 2019 John 15:1-8 Would you rather spend a quiet Friday evening at home, or have a weekend of action-packed adventure? Which do you like more: a new technological gadget, or a faithful old tool? How many of you would rather try an exotic new food that you’ve never tried before, orContinue reading "Abide"

Pastor Galen, March 10th, 2019 Deut. 26:1-11; Romans 10:8b-13 Spring Cleaning This year I’ve noticed people getting an early start on Spring Cleaning. I used to think that Spring Cleaning was a thing of the past, but this year I’ve seen a lot of people tidying up their houses, sorting through their things and gettingContinue reading "Spark Joy"

Pastor Galen, March 3rd, 2019 Ex. 34:29-35; 2 Cor. 3:12-4:2 Beaming Have you ever seen someone who was so happy that it seemed like their face was glowing? Maybe they won an award or received a promotion at work. Maybe their significant other told them they love them for the first time. Or maybe theyContinue reading "Radiate"

February 24th, 2019, Pastor Galen Genesis 45:3-11, 15; Luke 6:27-38 Archnemesis How many of you have ever had an enemy? A rival? An archnemesis? Someone who seemed to be out for your destruction, or who tried to block you at every turn? Perhaps it was a co-worker or a colleague, a classmate, or a completeContinue reading "How to Destroy Your Enemies"

February 17th, 2019, Pastor Galen Luke 6:17-26 A Recipe for Happiness or a No Good, Very Bad Day? What is something that makes you happy? Perhaps it’s being around friends and family, or when your favorite team wins the Super Bowl. Maybe it’s getting a raise, promotion, positive performance review, or good grade at school,Continue reading "Happy"