The words Paul wrote to Timothy became a well-loved hymn years later. There are many things Christians don’t know or can’t adequately explain, but if we know Jesus, then we have faith to accept God’s will. – Pastor
Final Requests
Paul ended his final letter to Timothy with some personal requests. There were some things Paul needed Timothy to do for him before he died. What do you think your final requests might be? That’s an interesting thought. – Pastor
"The Lord Stood With Me"
Have you ever felt all alone? I was changing flights in a busy airport one time and it hit me, “I am miles from home and I don’t know anyone.” It was a scary moment. Paul felt that way at his trial. But then he felt God’s presence. And God’s presence changed everything! – Pastor
Some Hurt, Other's Help
As Paul finished this letter, he mentioned a bunch of people we know very little about. But each person had an impact on Paul’s ministry for Jesus Christ. Some hurt that ministry. Others helped in ministry. What are we doing to help the ministry of Christ today? – Pastor
Paul’s Eulogy
Living in prison and facing execution, Paul wrote his own eulogy to Timothy. His life was over. And it was Timothy’s turn to make an impact on the world for Jesus. But now it is our turn. As Christians living today, it is our turn to share Jesus and engage in ministry for Christ. – Pastor
VBS Sunday
This is Vacation Bible School Sunday! Our VBS workers and children will be leading the congregation in worship and Bible lesson. This will be an energetic service filled with fun and Gospel truth. “All aboard!” for Rocky Railway. – Pastor Betts
Technical note: Due to the use of copyrighted materials from the VBS curriculum that cannot be distributed or streamed, this week’s live stream will have frequent audio and/or video interruptions when. The recording posted after the service will also be shortened and will not contain this content. To get the full VBS Sunday experience, please attend in-person.
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Tickle My Ears
Do your ears sometimes itch? Paul warned Timothy that some in his church had “itching ears.” These people wanted to hear teachers give “fables” instead of “sound doctrine.” But Timothy was to “preach the word,” and “fulfill (his) ministry.” So we are all accountable to God to share truth instead of just tickling ears. – Pastor
Accountable to Jesus
A tragedy hits a community. Some make it political. Others hold prayer vigils. Most shake their heads, not knowing what to do. I wonder, did anyone share Jesus to these people before they died? Did the gunman ever hear about Jesus? – Pastor
The Impact of Scripture
I read this week that man is still hiding from the presence of God like Adam in the Garden of Eden. How? By neglecting to read the Bible. Scripture brings up the matter of our relationship with God, and many people prefer to ignore that issue. This is so sad. Especially when we know that Scripture has the answer to life’s questions about God and our eternal destiny. – Pastor