Mar 17, 2024
Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part XVII – Chew on the Meat, Spit Out the Bones
Join Pastor Thomas as he discusses Proverbs 15, leaning into the importance of having a desire to learn, being open to correction, and not easily getting offended. He emphasizes the need for patience and gentleness when delivering correction or confronting others. He also mentions the value of seeking correction from people we have a good relationship with and being willing to accept feedback. His sermon highlights the idea of maturity and the ability to take correction as we go through life. Additionally, Pastor Thomas mentions "chewing on the meat and spitting out the bones," which means considering the value of someone's words even if we don't like how they were delivered. Overall, this sermon emphasizes the importance of a teachable attitude and the willingness to learn and grow.
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  • Mar 17, 2024Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part XVII – Chew on the Meat, Spit Out the Bones
    Mar 17, 2024
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part XVII – Chew on the Meat, Spit Out the Bones
    Join Pastor Thomas as he discusses Proverbs 15, leaning into the importance of having a desire to learn, being open to correction, and not easily getting offended. He emphasizes the need for patience and gentleness when delivering correction or confronting others. He also mentions the value of seeking correction from people we have a good relationship with and being willing to accept feedback. His sermon highlights the idea of maturity and the ability to take correction as we go through life. Additionally, Pastor Thomas mentions "chewing on the meat and spitting out the bones," which means considering the value of someone's words even if we don't like how they were delivered. Overall, this sermon emphasizes the importance of a teachable attitude and the willingness to learn and grow.
  • Mar 10, 2024Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part XVI – The Importance of Relationships and Community
    Mar 10, 2024
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part XVI – The Importance of Relationships and Community
    Join Pastor Thomas as he looks at Proverbs 14 and Titus 3, discussing the importance of building relationships and community within the church. He also emphasizes the importance of being peaceable, considerate, and gentle towards everyone. He encourages listeners to put others ahead of themselves and work together to build strong relationships within the church.
  • Mar 3, 2024Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part XV – Practical Advice for Daily Life with Communion
    Mar 3, 2024
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part XV – Practical Advice for Daily Life with Communion
    Join Pastor Thomas as he looks at Proverbs chapter 13.  He discusses discusses various themes fund in the chapter, including the dangers of being gripped by worldly things, the importance of surrendering to God, the power of words, and the benefits of diligence. He also leads the congregation in communion.
  • Feb 25, 2024Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part XIV – Taking Control of Our Thoughts and Words
    Feb 25, 2024
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part XIV – Taking Control of Our Thoughts and Words
    Join Pastor Thomas as he looks at Proverbs 12 with a focus on the power of words and how they can impact our lives and the lives of those around us.
  • Feb 18, 2024Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part XIII – We Reap What We Sow
    Feb 18, 2024
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part XIII – We Reap What We Sow
    Join Pastor Thomas as he looks at Proverbs 11.
  • Feb 11, 2024Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part XII
    Feb 11, 2024
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part XII
    Join Pastor Thomas as he discusses Proverbs 10, focusing on verse 12: "Hatred stirs up conflict, but love covers over all wrongs."
  • Feb 4, 2024Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part XI
    Feb 4, 2024
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part XI
    Join Pastor Thomas as he discusses Proverbs 9.
  • Jan 28, 2024Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part X – How Can I Get God’s Favour?
    Jan 28, 2024
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part X – How Can I Get God’s Favour?
    Join Pastor Thomas as he discusses the importance of wisdom, humility, and fearing the Lord. He emphasizes the need to desire wisdom and avoid arrogance, as well as the benefits of gaining favour and purpose through faith.
  • Jan 21, 2024Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part IX
    Jan 21, 2024
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part IX
    In this sermon, Pastor Thomas shares his three points for a successful marriage: commit, communicate, and celebrate. He emphasizes the importance of having Christ in your life to guide you in these areas and to overcome any failures or breakdowns in the relationship. The sermon also touches on the wisdom of God in staying committed and loyal to your partner. Overall, the message encourages listeners to strive for strong and healthy marriages that serve as examples to those around them.  To be clear, Pastor Thomas's intent is to speak to couples with normal struggles, not relationships that are toxic with abuse, abandonment or infidelity.  If that is your situation, please seek help.  If you are in immediate danger, call 911.  Here are some resources, you may find useful:
    https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/health-promotion/stop-family-violence/services.html
     
  • Jan 14, 2024Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part VIII
    Jan 14, 2024
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part VIII
    Pastor Thomas's sermon on Proverbs chapter 6 is a powerful reminder of the importance of aligning ourselves with Jesus and not putting our faith in man. He emphasizes the need for wisdom and discernment in working with people and guarding our own hearts. The sermon also touches on the importance of showing mercy and grace to others, even in the face of broken promises and conflict. Overall, this sermon offers valuable insights for anyone seeking to live and love like Jesus.
  • Jan 7, 2024The Beauty of Fragility: Lessons from Jars of Clay
    Jan 7, 2024
    The Beauty of Fragility: Lessons from Jars of Clay
    Join Rev. Juliet Schimpf as she discusses suffering and weakness based on 2 Corinthians 4:5-18. She draws on personal experiences and stories of others to illustrate the idea that God uses our weaknesses and sufferings to bring glory to Himself and to grow our spirits. The sermon emphasizes the importance of fixing our eyes on heaven and finding comfort in God during times of struggle. Rev. Juliet also discusses the idea of being like "jars of clay," fragile vessels that God uses to show His power and purpose. The sermon offers a unique perspective on the meaning of suffering and its role in our spiritual growth.
  • Dec 31, 2023Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part VII
    Dec 31, 2023
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part VII
    Join Pastor Thomas as he continues his sermon series in the book of Proverbs.  This sermon looks at chapter 5.
  • Dec 24, 2023Bethlehem Behind the Scenes – Part IV
    Dec 24, 2023
    Bethlehem Behind the Scenes – Part IV
    Series: Advent 2023
    Join Pastor Thomas for the final installment of the Bethlehem Behind the Scenes sermon series were he encourages listeners to seek, find and worship Jesus.
  • Dec 19, 2023Bethlehem Behind the Scenes – Part III
    Dec 19, 2023
    Bethlehem Behind the Scenes – Part III
    Series: Advent 2023
    Join Pastor Thomas as he continues his sermon series, looking at the Angels as found in Luke 1:26-38 and Luke 2 8-20.
  • Dec 10, 2023Bethlehem Behind the Scenes – Part II
    Dec 10, 2023
    Bethlehem Behind the Scenes – Part II
    Series: Advent 2023
    Join Pastor Thomas as he continues his sermon series looking at the Shepherds as found in Luke 2:8-20.
  • Dec 3, 2023Bethlehem Behind the Scenes – Part I
    Dec 3, 2023
    Bethlehem Behind the Scenes – Part I
    Series: Advent 2023
    Join Pastor Thomas as he looks at some of the lesser-known characters in the Christmas story. This week, John the Baptist.
  • Nov 26, 2023Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part VI
    Nov 26, 2023
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part VI
    Join Pastor Thomas as he examines Proverbs 4.
  • Nov 19, 2023Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part V
    Nov 19, 2023
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part V
    Join Pastor Thomas as he continues his look into the Book of Proverbs. This sermon focuses on Chapter 3.
  • Nov 12, 2023A look at the book of Ruth
    Nov 12, 2023
    A look at the book of Ruth
    Join Pastor Liz Mayer for a deep dive into chapters 1 & 2 of the Book of Ruth.
  • Nov 5, 2023Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part IV – Remembrance Day & Communion
    Nov 5, 2023
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part IV – Remembrance Day & Communion
    Join Pastor Thomas as he looks at Proverbs chapter 2 in light of Remembrance Day. Communion is also celebrated at the end of the message.
  • Oct 29, 2023Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part III
    Oct 29, 2023
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part III
    Join Pastor Thomas as he completes his look at Proverbs chapter 1.
  • Oct 22, 2023Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part II
    Oct 22, 2023
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part II
    Join Pastor Thomas as he discusses the second half of Proverbs 1.
  • Oct 15, 2023Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part I
    Oct 15, 2023
    Proverbs – Words to Live By – Part I
    Join Pastor Thomas as he starts a new sermon series, looking at the book of Proverbs.
  • Oct 8, 2023Acts – Part XXXIX – Thanksgiving
    Oct 8, 2023
    Acts – Part XXXIX – Thanksgiving
    Join Pastor Thomas as he preaches a message of Thanksgiving based on Acts chapter 28.
  • Oct 1, 2023Acts – Part XXXVIII
    Oct 1, 2023
    Acts – Part XXXVIII
    Join Pastor Thomas as he continues his sermon series in the book of Acts.