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An average shepherd feeds the sheep, but only a true good shepherd risks/ gives his life for the sheep. This is what makes Jesus so good in comparison with other teachers and religions.

An average shepherd feeds the sheep, but only a true good shepherd risks/gives his life for the sheep. This is what makes Jesus so good in comparison with other teachers and religions. Only he lays down his life for the sake of sinners who have wandered from the ways of God. This is why we know, love, and trust his voice.

Although a sheep pen might have a circumference of dozens, if not hundreds, of feet, the door into it is small and exclusive. Jesus’ image reminds us that he is the exclusive way to find life to the full, and all other options will steal, kill, and destroy us spiritually.

The difference between darkness and light is the difference between danger and safety, clarity and confusion, death and life. Jesus’ claim to be “the light” for the entire world was a bold, daring statement of the safety, clarity, and life that can only be found in following him.

The difference between darkness and light is the difference between danger and safety, clarity and confusion, death and life. Jesus’ claim to be “the light” for the entire world was a bold, daring statement of the safety, clarity, and life that can only be found in following him

Jesus’ bold claim that he is as necessary for our souls as bread is for our bodies shocked, confused, and offended most in the massive crowd, but those who “feed on” him, who totally depend on him for life, will be satisfied, now and into eternity. Pastor Mike Novotny brings this message to you.

Jesus’ bold claim that he is as necessary for our souls as bread is for our bodies shocked, confused, and offended most in the massive crowd, but those who “feed on” him, who totally depend on him for life, will be satisfied, now and into eternity. Pastor Tim Glende brings this message to you.

Too many of us ask too few questions about the Bible. Sadly, however, it is impossible for us to enjoy and to apply what we don’t understand. In this message, Pastor Mike Novotny shows why asking for understanding is essential to our spiritual growth.

Too many of us ask too few questions about the Bible. Sadly, however, it is impossible for us to enjoy and to apply what we don’t understand. In this message, Pastor TIm Glende shows why asking for understanding is essential to our spiritual growth.

When we see someone doing something wrong, we are so terrified of saying something, that we will do almost anything apart from confronting it. But God calls us to be courageous. Pastor Mike Novotny's message is that the goal is peace, both the peace of addressing issues and the peace of mind knowing that you did something to address the sin in your midst.

When we see someone doing something wrong, we are so terrified of saying something, that we will do almost anything apart from confronting it. But God calls us to be courageous. Pastor Tim Glende's message is that the goal is peace, both the peace of addressing issues and the peace of mind knowing that you did something to address the sin in your midst.

Most of us have a sin (or two) that we never confess, at least not to our fellow believers. It is way too awkward to talk about that struggle, so we keep it between us and God, hoping that somehow, in some way, things will change. Sadly, they don’t (and instead get worse). But what if we said it? What if we confessed our sins to one another? Would our worst fears come true? Or would we find freedom in allowing our Christian friends to pray, encourage, and forgive us in Jesus’ name?

Most of us have a sin (or two) that we never confess, at least not to our fellow believers. It is way too awkward to talk about that struggle, so we keep it between us and God, hoping that somehow, in some way, things will change. Sadly, they don’t (and instead get worse). But what if we said it? What if we confessed our sins to one another? Would our worst fears come true? Or would we find freedom in allowing our Christian friends to pray, encourage, and forgive us in Jesus’ name?

Unlike God, you are unable to have countless meaningful relationships. Strong families and quality friendships require quantity time, a resource that is limited every day, every week, and every year. Those who successfully battle burnout believe in these limits and make meaningful connections with some (not all) life-giving people.

Unlike God, you are unable to have countless meaningful relationships. Strong families and quality friendships require quantity time, a resource that is limited every day, every week, and every year. Those who successfully battle burnout believe in these limits and make meaningful connections with some (not all) life-giving people.

Your thoughts can be exhausting. Even a vacation can be highjacked by a busy, anxious, racing mind, which gets in the way of our ability to recharge. Being aware of what we think and feel, taking those emotions captive, and making them obedient to the truth of Jesus is essential to guarding our heart and experiencing the peace that goes beyond understanding.

Your thoughts can be exhausting. Even a vacation can be highjacked by a busy, anxious, racing mind, which gets in the way of our ability to recharge. Being aware of what we think and feel, taking those emotions captive, and making them obedient to the truth of Jesus is essential to guarding our heart and experiencing the peace that goes beyond understanding.

Just like our bodies need food and rest to avoid crashing and burning, our souls need the rest of Jesus and the food of his Word. By fixing our eyes on the invisible gospel and the glory that is ours through Jesus, we are inwardly renewed day by day, the spiritual fuel that we need to thrive in the year to come.

Just like our bodies need food and rest to avoid crashing and burning, our souls need the rest of Jesus and the food of his Word. By fixing our eyes on the invisible gospel and the glory that is ours through Jesus, we are inwardly renewed day by day, the spiritual fuel that we need to thrive in the year to come.

You are not an angel. You are not a spiritual being who has no need to eat, move, or sleep. We humans are human, body-and-soul beings that God created to function in specific ways. Fighting burnout often begins with recognizing this reality and organizing our lives according to it, which might require the painful work of doing less so that our bodies have energy for what matters most.

You are not an angel. You are not a spiritual being who has no need to eat, move, or sleep. We humans are human, body-and-soul beings that God created to function in specific ways. Fighting burnout often begins with recognizing this reality and organizing our lives according to it, which might require the painful work of doing less so that our bodies have energy for what matters most.

Do you have questions about God? Or about faith? Or about different religions, different churches, and different ideas? We all do, but often we are scared to ask them. That is why The CORE’s Q&A Sunday started. In place of a regular message, we will take time to anonymously ask questions and find the passages with Jesus’ answers. We hope you can join us for Q&A Sunday. Worship director Jonathan Favorite will be bringing up questions from the congregation to discuss a wide range of topics.

Do you have questions about God? Or about faith? Or about different religions, different churches, and different ideas? We all do, but often we are scared to ask them. That is why The CORE’s Q&A Sunday started. In place of a regular message, we will take time to anonymously ask questions and find the passages with Jesus’ answers. We hope you can join us for Q&A Sunday. Worship director Jonathan Favorite will be bringing up questions from the congregation to discuss a wide range of topics.

There are no sermon notes for today. But this sermon is part of a celebration of the New Year 2023. No matter what the year, there will be challenges and successes. In today's message to start off 2023, Pastor Jim Fleming talks about how God is at our side in good times and bad.

It is a struggle to find joy when you look at this cursed world— hurricanes, floods, inflation, and wars fill our headlines. But the “great joy” of the angel’s message applies even to today. The Lord Jesus has come to us and still rules over this cursed Earth. He blesses us despite the thorns of this life and daily proves the wonders of his love with his forgiveness and grace.

In this message, Pastor Bill Monday discusses our Savior's birth.

It is a struggle to find joy when you look at this cursed world— hurricanes, floods, inflation, and wars fill our headlines. But the “great joy” of the angel’s message applies even to today. The Lord Jesus has come to us and still rules over this cursed Earth. He blesses us despite the thorns of this life and daily proves the wonders of his love with his forgiveness and grace.

Thoughtful Christians serious question some of the lyrics of this classic carol. Was that night really silent? Was it all that calm giving birth in a barn? But while we might question those assumptions, we have zero doubts about the miracle of that night—a virgin mother holding a holy infant. Only a God of power and love could accomplish the miracle of that (perhaps) silent night.

Thoughtful Christians serious question some of the lyrics of this classic carol. Was that night really silent? Was it all that calm giving birth in a barn? But while we might question those assumptions, we have zero doubts about the miracle of that night—a virgin mother holding a holy infant. Only a God of power and love could accomplish the miracle of that (perhaps) silent night.

The angels showed up on Christmas night with the answers to two of history’s biggest questions: 1. Who is Jesus? 2. What does Jesus do? This classic carol answers both questions definitely, praising the new-born King who reconciles us with God.

The angels showed up on Christmas night with the answers to two of history’s biggest questions: 1. Who is Jesus? 2. What does Jesus do? This classic carol answers both questions definitely, praising the new-born King who reconciles us with God.

The Messiah in a manger? The Son of God in a feeding trough? The tender melody and gentle lyrics of this classic song might cause you to overlook its true message, that the God who reigned in heaven took the humblest place on earth, in a hay filled, cattle-surrounded manger. Jesus in a manger is a glimpse of his humiliating future where he would die so that the final stanzas of this song—Immanuel—could be true for you.

The Messiah in a manger? The Son of God in a feeding trough? The tender melody and gentle lyrics of this classic song might cause you to overlook its true message, that the God who reigned in heaven took the humblest place on earth, in a hay filled, cattle-surrounded manger. Jesus in a manger is a glimpse of his humiliating future where he would die so that the final stanzas of this song—Immanuel—could be true foryou.

Wise Christians go beyond the issue of right/wrong. They think deeply about what is beneficial for their souls and for the souls of those they love. This message attempts to do just that, suggesting wise boundaries to increase screens’ blessings and minimize screens’ curses as we seek the God who saved our souls

Wise Christians go beyond the issue of right/wrong. They think deeply about what is beneficial for their souls and for the souls of those they love. This message attempts to do just that, suggesting wise boundaries to increase screens’ blessings and minimize screens’ curses as we seek the God who saved our souls.

Every researcher knows that something has drastically changed in our digital age. Rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide have spiked like never before. What factors best explain the sad data? Internet usage and social media. Yet screens can do the same type of damage on our souls as they do our minds, robbing us of true fellowship and weakening our minds so they are unable to meditate on the deep truths of God’s Word. This message warns us to think critically about the devices we hold in our hands.

Every researcher knows that something has drastically changed in our digital age. Rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide have spiked like never before. What factors best explain the sad data? Internet usage and social media. Yet screens can do the same type of damage on our souls as they do our minds, robbing us of true fellowship and weakening our minds so they are unable to meditate on the deep truths of God’s Word. This message warns us to think critically about the devices we hold in our hands.

While it is easy to turn the latest technology into the latest villain, the Bible (and Christians who love the Bible) see the blessing in scientific progress. Think of what animal hides, parchment, and ink meant to the prophets and the apostles. Think of what the printing press meant to Martin Luther. Think of what the Bible App means to us today. Let us thank God for those who develop new ways for the Word to reach to theends of the earth and fulfill Jesus’ great mission for his Church!

While it is easy to turn the latest technology into the latest villain, the Bible (and Christians who love the Bible) see the blessing in scientific progress. Think of what animal hides, parchment, and ink meant to the prophets and the apostles. Think of what the printing press meant to Martin Luther. Think of what the Bible App means to us today. Let us thank God for those who develop new ways for the Word to reach to theends of the earth and fulfill Jesus’ great mission for his Church!

Most, if not all, of us will have dear friends who are unfaithful in their marriages. When that happens, what should we do? What should we say? What should we avoid? This message speaks to the entire church as they seek, together, to help some of our brothers and sisters in their greatest time of need.

Most, if not all, of us will have dear friends who are unfaithful in their marriages. When that happens, what should we do? What should we say? What should we avoid? This message speaks to the entire church as they seek, together, to help some of our brothers and sisters in their greatest time of need.

What do you do when it was three instead of two? When your spouse broke your vows and your heart? When you ignored God’s voice and betrayed? How do couples recover from the pain, the shame, and the regret? Is there any hope afteran affair?

What do you do when it was three instead of two? When your spouse broke your vows and your heart? When you ignored God’s voice and betrayed? How do couples recover from the pain, the shame, and the regret? Is there any hope after an affair?

Almost every couple, even Christian couples, lives together before marriage. The reasons are many (testing compatibility, fear of divorce, saving money, convenience, etc.), but one question lingers—What does God think? Is living together a sin? If so, where does the Bible say that? If not, why has it long been considered dangerous for Christian couples? This message takes a fresh look at a topic that affects every church and every family.

Almost every couple, even Christian couples, lives together before marriage. The reasons are many (testing compatibility, fear of divorce, saving money, convenience, etc.), but one question lingers—What does God think? Is living together a sin? If so, where does the Bible say that? If not, why has it long been considered dangerous for Christian couples? This message takes a fresh look at a topic that affects every church and every family.

While our homes are unique and people are complicated, there is a simple equation that calls us to holiness and produces great happiness—Me first makes a mess but you first makes us blessed. Such a mindset is an imitation of the Savior who put us first in order that we might have a forever home with God.

While our homes are unique and people are complicated, there is a simple equation that calls us to holiness and produces great happiness—Me first makes a mess but you first makes us blessed. Such a mindset is an imitation of the Savior who put us first in order that we might have a forever home with God.

Few things can be freakier than talking about faith with our friends. In a culture that disagrees on almost everything, considers politics and religion to be impolite in mixed company, and shudders at the idea of absolute truth, how can we find fire to share the good news about Jesus. Paul, who preached to diverse groups, reminds us of the goodness and power of the Word that we share.

Few things can be freakier than talking about faith with our friends. In a culture that disagrees on almost everything, considers politics and religion to be impolite in mixed company, and shudders at the idea of absolute truth, how can we find fire to share the good news about Jesus. Paul, who preached to diverse groups, reminds us of the goodness and power of the Word that we share.