Take some time to meditate on this verse, and on its context in 1 Peter 1.It's part of a larger section calling us to holiness.Holiness isn't a word we use much in our daily conversations. Unfortunately, it's become mostly a "church" word, and it's not used much in the church, either. The church and the world would certainly benefit from holiness! How? Through authentic (sincere) love.You see, the...  Read More

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 246:30 p.m. - Worship Team Rehearsal - Gym6:30 p.m. -Prayer Gathering meets - Room 113THURSDAY, JANUARY 255:30 p.m. - CELEBRATE RECOVERY meal, TESTIMONY, small groups, Solid Rock CafeSUNDAY, JANUARY 288:30 a.m. - Growth ClassesFoundations in Finance - Room 111Salt & Light: 2 Timothy - Rooms 114-1159:30 a.m. - Connecting Point10:00 a.m. - WORSHIP - NLC KIDS - NURSERYPastor Mark w...  Read More

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 176:30 p.m. - Worship Team Rehearsal - Gym6:30 p.m. -Prayer Gathering meets - Room 113THURSDAY, JANUARY 185:30 p.m. - CELEBRATE RECOVERY meal, LESSON 2 - POWERLESS, small groups, Solid Rock CafeSUNDAY, JANUARY 218:30 a.m. - Growth ClassesNew Foundations in Finance course BEGINS - Room 111Salt & Light has just started a new study of 2 Timothy - Rooms 114-1159:30 a.m. - Connecting...  Read More

United We StandIn a world that often promotes individual achievement, the Bible offers a refreshing perspective on the strength found in community. The essence of this truth is woven throughout Scripture, reminding us that we are designed to live, work, and share our lives with one another. The early church serves as a perfect example.A Common PurposeThe book of Acts presents the early disciples a...  Read More

As the Elders were selecting verses for 2024, two elders chose this one! So we made it the verse to start the year. It's a reminder of who we really are as a church. We aren't a social club, organized for our own benefit or the benefit of others. The Bible tells us that God chose us in our own time--this generation--to be priests. That means we are here, as Jesus' representatives--royal priests of...  Read More

Rebuilding with the Master CarpenterWe all, at some point, feel the brokenness of life – like a structure that has endured many storms and is in need of repair. But there is hope and strength to be found in the hands of Jesus.Nehemiah 2:17-18 (NIV)"Then I said to them, 'You see the trouble we are in: Jerusalem lies in ruins, and its gates have been burned with fire. Come, let us rebuild the wall o...  Read More