Maker of Heaven and Earth | Les Newsom

Scripture Reference: John 1:1-3

Of all the ways in which Christian distinguish themselves from the pagan religions around us, the doctrine of creation stands near the top. What is a human being’s relationship to the world around them? How do we properly understand our place in God’s creation, as it’s Lord and Maker?

Sermon Points:

  • Creation and God
  • Creation and the World
  • Creation and Us

I Believe | Les Newsom

Scripture Reference: Mark 9:14-29

Throughout Christian history, believers have found it helpful to distill essential doctrine into creeds. The Apostles Creed has stood the test of time as a faithful expression of belief. But what does it mean when we say we “believe” in these things? How does “belief” work?

Sermon Points:

  • The Centrality of Believing
  • The Dynamics of Believing
  • The Act of Believing

The Soul of the King | Les Newsom

Scripture Reference: Psalm 63

David has something on the inside of him that gives him remarkable calm and poise in the midst of life crushing circumstances. We need to learn about how our soul works AND how our souls can only be satisfied in God’s love.

Sermon Points:

  • Understanding the Soul
  • Satisfying the Soul

The Chastened King | Les Newsom

Scripture Reference: 2 Samuel 24:1-4, 10, 18-25

The last chapters of 2 Samuel attempt to summarize the life of King David with a series of stories ending with a strange census and confusing question of how God was working. What do we see in David’s life reflected in this final story?

Sermon Points:

  • Sovereignty
  • Sin and Judgement
  • Atonement