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Leviticus: Purity - Ch. 8-15

Heath Haney — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0500

What happens when unholy people try to enter the presence of a perfectly holy God? That question sits at the heart of Leviticus, and it turns out the answer is more relevant to our daily lives than we might expect. Drawing from Leviticus 8 through 15, we explore the story of Aaron's sons Nadab and Abihu, two newly ordained priests who offered unauthorized fire before the Lord and were consumed as a result. The striking lesson here is that their sin was not merely a procedural mistake. It was a heart problem. They did not treat God as holy. How we worship reveals what we actually believe about God. If our view of God is small or casual, our worship will reflect that. But when we grasp the weight of His holiness, everything changes, from the way we pray to the way we live. This message challenges us to examine our worship honestly and ask what it says about who we believe God to be.

Leviticus: Access - Ch. 1-7

Heath Haney — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0500

What if one of the most overlooked books in the Bible holds the key to understanding why Jesus had to die? That is exactly what we explore as we open up the book of Leviticus, a book that most of us have quietly abandoned somewhere between good intentions and the third chapter. Far from being an ancient employee handbook for priests, Leviticus is actually answering one of the most urgent questions in all of Scripture: how can an unholy people live in the presence of a holy God? We trace the story from the end of Exodus, where even Moses himself is barred from entering the tent of meeting because God's glory fills it completely, and we feel the weight of that locked door. Then Leviticus swings it open, not all the way, but enough to show us the path. The five offerings described in the opening chapters are not arbitrary rituals. They are a visceral, blood-soaked reminder of how serious sin really is and how far God's holiness stands from our own. When we picture what it meant to lay our hands on an animal, watch it die in our place, and then carry out the entire sacrificial process, we begin to feel the gravity of what we so casually call our mistakes. The word atonement, meaning to wipe off or cover, captures what these sacrifices accomplished: not a permanent removal of sin, but a temporary covering that allowed a holy God to look upon His people with grace for a season. Leviticus does not leave us in the slaughterhouse, though. It points forward, straining toward something better, something permanent, something that would not need to be repeated year after year. That something, of course, is Jesus.

Wait for it...Together - Stay Ready

Heath Haney — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0500

What if the return of Christ is less like a distant theological concept and more like a surprise knock at the door when the house is a mess? That tension between wanting to be ready and putting off the hard work of preparation sits at the heart of this powerful exploration of 1 Thessalonians 5. We dig into Paul's letter to the Thessalonian church and discover that the question everyone wanted answered then is the same one we wrestle with now: when is Christ coming back? The answer, as Paul lays it out, is both humbling and clarifying. Even Jesus himself, in his humanity, did not know the hour. What we are left with is not a date on a calendar but a call to a way of living. The passage draws on the ancient Old Testament concept of the day of the Lord, a theme woven through the writings of prophets like Amos, Joel, Isaiah, and Malachi, each painting vivid and sobering pictures of what that day holds. For those outside of faith, it arrives like a thief, sudden and destructive, catching them mid-sentence as they speak of peace and security. But for those who are in Christ, the imagery shifts entirely. Paul points us toward something warmer and more hopeful, a day anticipated, prepared for, and ultimately life-giving. The remedy, as it turns out, is almost annoyingly simple: stay ready. And that readiness is not about fear but about the kind of joyful, expectant preparation that changes how we live every single day.

Wait for it...Together - Stay Hopeful

Heath Haney — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This powerful exploration of 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 invites us to reconsider how we think about Christ's return and the hope it offers. Rather than getting lost in complex theological debates about end times, we're reminded that these verses were written primarily to bring comfort and encouragement. The early church lived with an urgent expectation, greeting one another with 'Maranatha'—come, Lord Jesus—because they genuinely longed for His return. Somewhere along the way, we've lost that anticipation, often viewing Christ's return with anxiety rather than joy. The passage addresses our deepest grief by assuring us that those who have died in Christ haven't missed out on anything. Using the beautiful imagery of believers who have 'fallen asleep,' we learn that death is temporary for those in Christ. When Jesus returns, those who have passed will actually have the best seat in the house, receiving glorified bodies and witnessing the most spectacular event in human history. The central message isn't about understanding every detail of how the rapture works, but grasping the profound truth at the end of verse 17: 'we will always be with the Lord.' Our hope isn't found in streets of gold or reunions with loved ones, as wonderful as those may be—it's found in the eternal presence of Jesus Himself. This passage calls us to encourage one another with these words, making Christ's return part of our everyday conversation and anticipation.

Wait for it...Together - Stay Clean

Heath Haney — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0500

We often approach our spiritual lives like failed diets—starting with enthusiasm, stumbling at the first temptation, then spiraling into guilt and defeat. But what if holiness isn't primarily about our white-knuckled effort? This exploration of 1 Thessalonians 3-4 reveals a transformative truth: God Himself is shouldering the weight of our sanctification. Paul doesn't pray for the Thessalonians to try harder; he prays for God to cause them to increase in love and make their hearts blameless. This shifts everything. We're called to cooperate with God's work, not carry it alone. The message clarifies what we've been asking wrong all along—we obsess over whether God wants us to take this job or marry that person, but God's primary will is crystal clear: our sanctification, our becoming like Jesus. The practical applications are surprisingly specific: self-control over our bodies and desires, genuine respect for others as image-bearers of God, authentic love within the church community that requires actually knowing people, and avoiding drama by leading quiet lives. The stakes are high—the watching world learns about Jesus by observing us. This isn't about perfection but about aligning our prayers and actions with what God is already doing in us, transforming our desires until what He wants becomes what we want.

Wait for it...Together - Stay After It

Heath Haney — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This powerful message from 1 Thessalonians 3 confronts us with an uncomfortable truth: affliction is not an exception in the Christian life, it's an appointment. We often believe that following Jesus should somehow shield us from suffering, but Scripture tells us the opposite. Jesus himself promised, 'You will have suffering in this world.' The real battle isn't whether affliction will come, but how we respond when it does. The tempter doesn't need to destroy us if he can simply discourage us. When hardship hits, Satan whispers lies about God's character, suggesting that God has abandoned us or doesn't care. The message uses a brilliant umbrella metaphor to illustrate faith: just as an umbrella doesn't stop the rain but protects us from getting soaked, our faith doesn't prevent affliction but shields us from being destroyed by it. We strengthen this umbrella through two essential practices: seeking encouragement from others who have walked through darkness while maintaining faith, and praying persistently for God to strengthen our faith. The most beautiful aspect is that as our faith grows, our umbrella becomes large enough to shelter others who are struggling. We're called to share our stories of God's faithfulness, even the messy ones where we questioned and struggled, because these testimonies encourage others facing similar storms. The question we must ask ourselves is: how big is our umbrella of faith, and are we intentionally growing it before the next storm arrives?

Wait for it...Together - Stay Real #2

Heath Haney — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:00:02 -0500

This powerful exploration of 1 Thessalonians 2 challenges us to move beyond spiritual performance into authentic Christian living. We're confronted with a crucial question: are we genuine followers of Christ, or are we simply going through the motions? The passage reveals four pillars of real faith—ministry that serves others sacrificially, leadership that both nurtures and challenges like good parents, a message rooted in God's Word rather than human opinion, and intentional discipleship that invests in others' spiritual growth. What makes this message particularly convicting is its emphasis on the Word of God as truly effective and transformative. We're reminded that Scripture isn't merely a manual for our own lives—it's meant to flow through us to others. The call to discipleship stands out as especially urgent: we cannot be 'end users' of God's truth. When we intentionally pour into someone else's spiritual journey, we experience a joy and honor unlike anything else. The image of disciples as 'crowns of boasting'—like teachers watching students they invested in walk across a graduation stage—captures the profound satisfaction of seeing someone grow in Christ. This isn't about religious duty; it's about experiencing the deepest purpose of our existence and leaving a legacy that truly matters.

Wait for it...Together - Stay Real

Heath Haney — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This powerful message from 1 Thessalonians chapter 2 challenges us to examine whether we're truly living out our faith or simply faking it. In our instant-gratification culture where everything comes quickly and easily, we've developed an unfortunate tendency to fake the Christian life rather than invest the time and effort it takes to genuinely live it. Paul's defense of his ministry reveals four critical areas where authenticity matters most. The first two—real ministry and real leadership—expose how easily we can appear bold at church while remaining cowards in our everyday lives, or how we might fake leadership by simply being bossy rather than genuinely nurturing and preparing those we lead. Paul uses beautiful imagery of both motherhood and fatherhood to illustrate authentic leadership: like a nursing mother who provides and prepares, and like a father who both pulls children in with encouragement and pushes them toward growth. The heart of this message reminds us that God has already approved us, entrusted us with the gospel, and examines our hearts—not to condemn us, but to love us unconditionally. This divine love should be the foundation that gives us confidence to stop faking and start living the authentic Christian life we're called to embrace.

Wait for it...Together - Stay Different

Heath Haney — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This powerful exploration of 1 Thessalonians chapter 1 challenges us to examine what it truly means to live a transformed life while we wait for Christ's return. The central question posed is profound: What are we supposed to do while we wait for Jesus to come back? Are we just killing time, or is there a particular life God has called us to live? The message walks us through three transformative changes the gospel brings. First, it changes our identity through God's calling, His power working in us, the assurance of our salvation, and ultimately our behavior. We're reminded that faith, hope, and love aren't just words we throw around—they should produce visible work, labor, and endurance in our lives. Second, the gospel changes our perspective, helping us find joy even in persecution and suffering because we understand the eternal picture. Finally, it changes our influence, making us examples to others not for our own glory, but so the world can hear about who God is. The Thessalonian believers didn't just claim to follow Jesus—their transformed lives were so evident that their reputation spread throughout the region. This isn't about perfect people, but about people who truly encountered the power of God and were never the same. The challenge for us is clear: Are we living defeated lives, forgetting the power that resides in us, or are we tapping into the strength of the God who raised Jesus from the dead?

Luke 15 - Mike Green

Heath Haney — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This powerful message takes us deep into Luke 15, where we encounter three unforgettable parables about lostness and being found. At the heart of these stories—the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the lost son—lies a stunning truth: God pursues us relentlessly. The text reveals a beautiful tension between the religious crowd who complained about Jesus welcoming sinners and the broken people who drew near to Him. We're challenged to examine our own hearts: Do we truly understand the value of people? The shepherd doesn't celebrate having 99 sheep safely in the fold; he leaves them to pursue the one that's lost. This isn't about numbers for their own sake, but about the infinite worth of each individual soul. The message confronts us with uncomfortable questions about what kills churches—criticism, infrequent attendance, refusing to volunteer, neglecting the next generation, and valuing personal preference over souls. Yet it also offers tremendous hope: when we understand that eternity is at stake, everything changes. We're reminded that over 80 percent of people come to church because a friend invites them, not through programs or advertising. The call is clear and urgent: Who is your one? Who has God placed in your life that needs to hear about His transforming love? The beauty of the gospel is that God doesn't just find us—He places us on His shoulders with compassion and carries us home.

Do You Want To Be Healed? - Kenny Blythe

Heath Haney — Mon, 25 May 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This powerful message confronts us with a question that's far more challenging than it first appears: Do we actually want to be healed? Drawing from John chapter 5 and the story of the paralyzed man at the Pool of Bethesda, we're invited to examine the broken places in our lives—the anger, bitterness, insecurity, and patterns we keep running back to. The man at the pool had been paralyzed for 38 years, and when Jesus asks if he wants to be healed, it seems like an obvious answer. Yet many of us have grown so accustomed to our brokenness that we've made it part of our identity. We rationalize our dysfunction, saying 'that's just who I am.' The truth is, genuine healing requires change, effort, and the willingness to let Jesus uproot everything about our brokenness. It means surrounding ourselves with honest community and acknowledging that Jesus uses His people to heal His people. The beautiful promise is that Jesus is in the business of moving us up the scale of life—from barely surviving to truly living with peace, joy, and purpose. Healing may not be instant, but moving from a three to a three-and-a-half is still progress. The question remains: Will we let Him work in our lives, even if it takes time and effort? Because every person dies, but not every person truly lives.

Forgiveness Part 2: The Weight When We Don't

Heath Haney — Mon, 18 May 2026 06:15:39 -0500

This powerful message confronts one of the most challenging aspects of Christian living: extending forgiveness to those who have wronged us, even when they don't seem sorry. Drawing from Luke 17:3-4 and the crucifixion account in Luke 23, we're invited to examine a radical truth—that withholding forgiveness actually damages us more than the person who hurt us. The teaching walks us through four difficult stages of forgiveness: when someone apologizes only after we confront them, when they repeatedly hurt us, when they never apologize at all, and when they've committed the worst offenses against us. Jesus' words from the cross, 'Father, forgive them, they don't know what they're doing,' become our template for impossible forgiveness. The message reveals that our unforgiveness doesn't just isolate one relationship—it bleeds into our worship, makes us vulnerable to spiritual attack, and disrupts our communion with God. Perhaps most striking is the reframing of forgiveness not as weakness but as privilege—a chance to magnify the gospel's power and declare that something greater than our hurt exists in this world. We're challenged to become what God intends: forgiven people who are being transformed into forgiving people.

Forgiveness Part 1: The Weight When We Don't

Heath Haney — Mon, 11 May 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This powerful exploration of forgiveness takes us deep into Ephesians 4:31-32, revealing that our struggles with forgiveness often stem from upstream issues in our hearts. Just as a car won't run properly with a faulty alternator, we cannot truly forgive without first addressing what's missing or what shouldn't be there. The message reveals three critical dimensions: what forgiveness requires (kindness and compassion must be present), what forgiveness rejects (bitterness, anger, wrath, shouting, slander, and malice must be removed), and what forgiveness remembers (that we have been forgiven an astronomical debt by God). The parable of the unforgiving servant in Matthew 18 confronts us with an uncomfortable truth: we are that servant who has been forgiven billions yet refuses to forgive pennies. When we withhold forgiveness from others while expecting God's forgiveness for ourselves, we reveal a dangerous disconnect. The teaching challenges us to recognize that any sin committed against us, no matter how painful, pales in comparison to our sin against a holy God. Until we grasp the magnitude of our own forgiveness, we will struggle to extend it to others.

Raised Up Brand New - The Paralyzed, Walking (lowered through the roof)

Heath Haney — Mon, 04 May 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This powerful exploration of Mark chapter 2 confronts us with a profound truth: the things we think we need most desperately are often not our deepest problems. When a paralyzed man's friends literally tear through a roof to bring him to Jesus, they're seeking physical healing. What they receive is something far more transformative. Jesus sees past the obvious disability to the spiritual paralysis underneath, declaring 'your sins are forgiven' before addressing the physical need. This challenges us to examine our own lives honestly. How often do we approach God asking Him to fix our circumstances, our relationships, our finances, when what we truly need is spiritual transformation? The paralytic's story becomes a mirror for our own salvation journey. Before Christ, we are all spiritually paralyzed, helpless and stuck, unable to reach God on our own merit no matter how 'good' our lives appear. The most successful person with the perfect family is just as spiritually disabled as anyone else without Christ. But here's the beautiful truth: Jesus doesn't just forgive us and leave us where He found us. He tells us to get up and walk into a completely new life. The question that should shake us awake is this: are we actually living that new life, or are we constantly digging up our old grave clothes and wearing our past like it still defines us? True transformation means leaving the old path completely buried and taking real steps forward on the new path Christ has set before us.

Raised Up Brand New - The Religious, Redeemed (Paul)

Heath Haney — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This powerful message confronts us with a sobering truth: we can do all the right religious things and still miss the heart of what God desires. Through the Apostle Paul's testimony in Philippians 3, we discover how even the most impressive spiritual resume means nothing without a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ. Paul had it all - the right heritage, flawless religious practices, extensive biblical knowledge, passionate zeal, and impeccable morality. Yet he calls all of these things worthless compared to knowing Christ. The sermon challenges us to examine what we're truly placing our confidence in. Are we leaning on church attendance, family legacy, biblical knowledge, or moral behavior to secure God's favor? These things, while potentially good, become dangerous when they replace authentic faith in Jesus. Paul's dramatic encounter on the Damascus road teaches us that salvation requires recognizing our sin, acknowledging our complete helplessness apart from God, and surrendering our entire lives to Christ's lordship. This is not a duct-tape fix for our current problems but a total life transformation. The message reminds us that we cannot earn righteousness through our actions - it comes freely through faith in Jesus Christ. When we truly grasp this grace, our obedience flows not from obligation or fear, but from overwhelming gratitude for a Savior who redeemed us when we were still helpless and lost.

Raised Up Brand New - The Hated, Welcomed (Zacchaeus)

Heath Haney — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0500

The story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19 reveals a powerful truth about transformation that challenges our assumptions about who can experience God's grace. This wealthy, despised chief tax collector had everything the world values—money and power—yet something was missing. His willingness to run through crowds and climb a tree as a grown man demonstrates a humility born from desperation for something more. What makes this encounter remarkable is that Jesus doesn't wait for Zacchaeus to clean up his life first. Instead, Jesus calls him by name, invites himself to his home, and offers relationship before reformation. The result is stunning: immediate, radical life change. Zacchaeus volunteers to give away half his possessions and repay those he cheated fourfold. This wasn't Jesus demanding moral improvement; this was a heart transformed by grace responding with generosity. The contrast with the rich young ruler who walked away sad reminds us that the difference isn't in our circumstances but in our willingness to surrender our idols. Whatever we've made ultimate in our lives—whether comfort, control, approval, or wealth—can be dismembered when we encounter Jesus. No one is too far gone, too rich, too powerful, or too broken to be saved. Jesus came to seek and save the lost, and that includes us, right where we are.

Raised Up Brand New - The Outcast, an Evangelist (Woman at the Well)

Heath Haney — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful exploration of John 4, we encounter one of the most revolutionary conversations in Scripture: Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. This passage dismantles four critical misconceptions we often hold about the gospel. First, we see that the good news is truly for all people—Jesus deliberately travels through Samaria, a region most Jews avoided, to reach someone society had written off. Second, we discover that Jesus offers grace regardless of our sin. He doesn't lead with condemnation but with an invitation to living water, spending nine verses in conversation before even mentioning her past. Third, we learn that Christianity is fundamentally about relationship, not religion. When the woman gets caught up in debates about which mountain to worship on, Jesus redirects her to what truly matters: worshiping in spirit and truth through a personal connection with Him. Finally, we witness the transformative power of encountering Christ—this woman goes from hiding in shame at noon to boldly evangelizing her entire village. Her simple testimony, 'Come see a man who told me everything I ever did,' resulted in many believing. We don't need theological degrees or perfect lives to share our faith; we simply need to invite others to encounter the Jesus who has changed us. The question for us today is: who in our village needs to hear our story?

Easter 2026 - The Broken, Bold

Heath Haney — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:03:44 -0500

This powerful Easter message takes us on a transformative journey through the life of Peter, revealing how the resurrection doesn't just change history—it changes us. We discover Peter at three critical stages: first as brash and self-assured, confidently declaring he would never abandon Jesus while throwing his fellow disciples under the bus. Then we see him broken, weeping bitterly after denying Christ three times, overwhelmed by shame and guilt to the point of hiding away. Finally, we witness his boldness in Acts 2, preaching with such conviction that 3,000 people interrupt to ask what they must do to be saved. The stunning truth? Only one thing transformed Peter from broken to bold—an encounter with the resurrected Jesus. This isn't just Peter's story; it's ours. We all have default modes of sin we fall into, patterns shaped by our DNA, upbringing, and choices. We've all experienced that crushing weight of shame that makes us want to run from God rather than toward Him. But the resurrection offers us what it offered Peter: not just a historical event to believe in, but a transformative power to experience. Our past doesn't disqualify us or diminish what God can do in us. The same Jesus who looked at Peter with love after his denial is looking at us today, inviting us not just to believe in resurrection, but to be resurrected ourselves.

Exodus 19-40: God's Presence

Heath Haney — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500

What if everything we've been chasing in life pales in comparison to the one thing that truly matters? This powerful exploration of Exodus 25-40 reveals a stunning truth: God doesn't just want to bless us or guide us from a distance—He desperately wants to be WITH us. The tabernacle wasn't just an ancient tent; it was God's audacious plan to move back into the neighborhood with humanity, recreating what was lost in the Garden of Eden. We see Moses making an incredible choice when God offers the Promised Land without His presence—Moses refuses to go. Think about that. He was willing to forfeit the dream, the destination, everything they'd been working toward, just to remain in God's presence. This challenges us profoundly: Are we pursuing God's blessings more than God Himself? When God feels distant, we tend to doubt—just like the Israelites at the foot of Mount Sinai who could literally see the cloud and hear the thunder but still felt abandoned. The message cuts deep: our feelings aren't always facts. We need friends who will point us back to truth when our emotions lie to us. Most beautifully, we discover that time in God's presence changes us so dramatically that others notice—Moses literally glowed after being with God. While we may not shine physically, people should be able to tell we've been with Jesus. The story culminates in the profound reality that Jesus became God's tabernacle among us, and now through the Holy Spirit, God's presence lives within us. The question isn't whether God wants to be close—it's whether we're making His presence our highest priority.

Exodus 19-40: God's Mercy

Heath Haney — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This powerful exploration of Exodus 24-32 confronts us with a sobering reality: the gap between what we promise God and what we actually deliver. We witness Israel standing at the foot of Mount Sinai, making blood-sealed commitments to obey everything God commanded, only to break those promises almost immediately by creating a golden idol. The message challenges us to examine our own thoughtless commitments—those moments when crisis, loss, or conviction leads us to promise God everything, only to drift back to old patterns weeks or months later. What makes this story particularly striking is the role of leadership: Aaron, who should have stood firm, compromised instead, showing us how bad leadership tolerates rebellion while good leadership lovingly calls out sin. Yet the most beautiful part emerges through Moses, who pleads with God on behalf of the people, reminding God of His own faithfulness and past promises. This foreshadows our ultimate need for a mediator—Jesus Christ—who doesn't just speak on our behalf but takes our punishment Himself. The central question becomes: Are we fighting spiritual forgetfulness by intentionally remembering God's faithfulness, or are we trading the reminders of His provision for modern-day golden calves?

Exodus 19-40: God's Justice

Heath Haney — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500

What if the ancient laws we often dismiss as archaic actually reveal the compassionate heart of God? In Exodus 21-23, we discover something revolutionary: these aren't just random rules for an ancient culture, but a divine blueprint showing us who God protects and what He values. These laws built upon the foundation of the Ten Commandments, addressing real-life situations where humanity's sinful nature would naturally exploit, neglect, or abuse the vulnerable. God steps into each scenario and redirects His people toward justice and compassion. We see protection for workers who could be exploited, young women who could be taken advantage of, poor people who could be charged unfair interest, and foreigners who could face prejudice. God even addresses those easily neglected—widows, orphans, and yes, even the complications of polygamous marriages. The wrongly accused receive cities of refuge, and remarkably, the unborn are given legal protection unheard of in ancient cultures. This isn't just about understanding Israelite society; it's about understanding God's heart. When we grasp that every person is made in God's image, our entire perspective shifts. We begin to notice people we've been overlooking, care for those we've been neglecting, and protect those who have no voice. The beauty culminates in the gospel: Jesus, the innocent one, took our guilt so that we who were guilty could receive God's protection instead of His punishment.

Exodus 19-40: God's Community

Heath Haney — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500

This powerful exploration of Exodus 20:12-17 takes us beyond a simple checklist of dos and don'ts into the heart of what God truly desires for our relationships with one another. We discover that the final six commandments—honoring parents, prohibitions against murder, adultery, stealing, deception, and coveting—aren't arbitrary rules but protective guardrails designed to preserve community and reflect God's deep principles woven throughout Scripture. The teaching challenges us to see that honoring parents extends far beyond childhood obedience into lifelong respect and care, that murder is forbidden because humans bear God's image, and that adultery violates the sacred one-flesh unity established in creation. What's particularly convicting is how Jesus reframes these commands in the Sermon on the Mount, revealing that God cares not just about our actions but about the condition of our hearts. Anger becomes equivalent to murder, lust to adultery. This isn't meant to discourage us but to show us our desperate need for transformation from the inside out. The promise of Jeremiah 31 becomes our hope—that God desires to write His law on our hearts, giving us new desires that align with His will. For those of us who follow Christ, we already possess this new heart; what we need is to cultivate it through abiding in Him, allowing the Holy Spirit to transform our deepest affections and motivations.

Exodus 19-40: God's Worship

Heath Haney — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0600

This powerful exploration of the Ten Commandments challenges us to move beyond surface-level obedience into a deeper understanding of worship and relationship with God. Drawing from Exodus 20, we're invited to see these ancient words not as burdensome rules, but as gracious instructions given after God's redemption of His people from slavery. The first four commandments reveal something profound about our hearts: they expose the subtle idols we create when we prioritize our own happiness, fulfillment, or comfort over devotion to God. We're confronted with an uncomfortable truth—we may not bow to golden calves, but we often craft our own version of God that aligns with our preferences while ignoring His harder truths. The command against misusing God's name goes far beyond avoiding certain words; it calls us to live as though God truly matters, honoring Him in our choices even when temptation beckons. Perhaps most challenging is the Sabbath principle, which isn't about rigid rule-keeping but about rest and trust—acknowledging that our independence, so celebrated in modern culture, actually conflicts with biblical dependence on God. These commandments ultimately point us toward a transformed heart that desires to honor God, not out of obligation, but out of gratitude for the redemption we've already received through Christ.

Exodus 19-40: God's Holiness

Heath Haney — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0600

What does it mean to be called by God? This powerful message takes us to Mount Sinai, where Israel stood at a pivotal crossroads in their spiritual journey. After witnessing God's miraculous deliverance from Egypt—the plagues, the parting of the Red Sea, the provision in the wilderness—they now faced an invitation that would define their identity forever. God called them to be exclusive in their worship, to represent Him as priests to the nations, and to live set apart as a holy people. This wasn't just religious language; it was a radical call to be different in a world of competing loyalties and false gods. The beauty of this passage is that Peter later applies these same words to followers of Jesus, making this ancient calling our calling too. We're invited to ask ourselves: Who gets our best energy? When people observe our lives, who do they think we represent most? Are we known more for our hobbies, our work, or our devotion to God? The challenge isn't simply to try harder, but to remember who is doing the calling—a God of thunder and fire, wrapped in smoke and glory, yet tender enough to carry us on eagles' wings. When we truly grasp His holiness and power, obedience becomes less about obligation and more about responding to the One who delivered us from darkness into marvelous light.

I AM: The True Vine

Heath Haney — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0600

In John 15, we encounter one of the most profound images Jesus uses to describe our relationship with Him: the vine and the branches. This isn't just poetic language—it's a complete reorientation of how we understand Christian living. For centuries, Israel had been called God's vine in the Old Testament, yet every reference pointed to their failure and unfaithfulness. Then Jesus arrives and declares, 'I am the true vine,' fundamentally shifting the paradigm. We were never meant to be the vine; we were designed to be branches drawing all life, purpose, and energy from Christ Himself. This teaching challenges our deepest assumptions about self-sufficiency and independence. How often do we try to navigate life disconnected from our true source? We look to our careers, our relationships, our children, even our ministry activities to give us meaning and purpose. But these make terrible vines. They were never designed to sustain us. What's revolutionary here is understanding what 'fruit' actually means. We've spent our Christian lives aiming at the wrong target, thinking fruit is about what we do—serving on teams, inviting people to church, reading our Bibles daily. But Galatians 5 reveals the truth: the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. These aren't verbs; they're nouns. Jesus isn't primarily after changing our actions—He's after transforming our character. The pathway to this transformation? Simply remaining in Him. Spending time with Jesus. It's beautifully simple yet profoundly challenging in our distracted age.

I AM: The Way, the Truth, and the Life

Heath Haney — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0600

This powerful message invites us into one of Jesus' most profound declarations: 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.' Found in John 14:6, these words cut through religious pluralism and cultural compromise with startling clarity. The context is intimate and vulnerable—Jesus sharing a final meal with His disciples, washing their feet, predicting His death, and warning Peter of his coming denial. The disciples are confused, their hearts stirred up like troubled waters. Into this chaos, Jesus speaks peace and makes an exclusive claim that still challenges us today. He's not offering a system of rules or good manners, but a transformed heart and a prepared place in the Father's house. The beauty here is that Jesus isn't just pointing to a destination—He is the path itself. For those of us wrestling with anxiety, scrolling through endless bad news, or trying to earn our way to God through good deeds, this passage offers a radical alternative. We can stop striving and start trusting. The life God offers isn't just a future promise; it's available right now through the indwelling Holy Spirit. This is an invitation to examine whether our lives truly reflect that Jesus is the way, or whether we're still trying to blaze our own trail.

I AM: Resurrection and the Life (Part 2)

Heath Haney — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0600

When Jesus declared 'I am the resurrection and the life' at the tomb of Lazarus, He wasn't just making a theological statement—He was waging war against three powerful forces that still affect us today. This powerful account from John 11 reveals Jesus battling death itself, religious tradition, and human sadness in ways that transform how we understand both His power and His compassion. The story challenges us to see death not as we've sanitized it in our culture, but as the enemy it truly is—the result of sin that entered the world through Adam and Eve. Yet Jesus completely flipped death upside down by raising Lazarus after four days in the tomb, a deliberate timeline that shattered Jewish rabbinical teaching about when the soul departed the body. Beyond demonstrating His authority over physical death, Jesus was dismantling man-made religious traditions that had obscured God's truth, reminding us to examine whether our own church preferences and opinions are biblical or merely cultural. Most profoundly, we see Jesus weeping—not because He lacked knowledge or power, but because He was moved by the grief of those He loved. This reveals a Savior who isn't coldly using our pain for His glory, but who genuinely hurts when we hurt, modeling the compassion we're called to show one another as we weep with those who weep.

I AM: Resurrection and the Life (Part 1)

Heath Haney — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0600

What happens when God's timing doesn't match our desperate prayers? This powerful exploration of John 11 takes us into one of the most emotionally complex moments in Scripture—the death of Lazarus. When Jesus receives word that his close friend is deathly ill, he does something that seems incomprehensible: he waits two more days before going to help. This deliberate delay forces us to confront a profound spiritual truth that challenges our understanding of prayer and divine intervention. God's timing operates on a completely different wavelength than ours. When we cry out for immediate healing, restoration, or rescue, we assume urgency. Yet this passage reveals that God's primary concern is his glory first, then our good. This isn't a cold or uncaring priority—it's actually the framework through which our deepest needs are ultimately met. The declaration 'I am the resurrection and the life' becomes Jesus's answer to our most painful questions. He's telling us that what appears dead and hopeless can be infused with supernatural life and purpose. What feels random and cruel can be shaped into something meaningful. The very situations that leave us confused and afraid can become the canvas on which God paints his greatest glory. This message invites us into a radical trust—surrendering not just our joys but our pain, not just our victories but our suffering, believing that Christ is actively working in ways we cannot yet see.

I AM: Gate and Shepherd

Heath Haney — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0600

In John 10, we encounter one of Jesus' most intimate and comforting self-descriptions: 'I am the gate' and 'I am the good shepherd.' This teaching reveals something profound about our relationship with God. Jesus isn't describing a distant deity who drives us from behind with threats and fear, but a shepherd who leads from the front, whose voice we learn to recognize through time spent together. The sheep pen represents life with God—not a restrictive enclosure, but a place of safety, provision, and true freedom. What's striking is that Jesus is both the gate and the shepherd, meaning He is both the only entrance into this abundant life and the one who guides us through it. For those of us who feel like we're just outside the pen—attending church, singing the songs, reading the Word, but never truly entering—this passage issues a clear invitation. Repentance and belief in Jesus are the threshold we must cross. Once inside, we discover that all the things we feared giving up pale in comparison to what we gain. The abundant life Jesus promises isn't about material wealth or earthly success, but about being known intimately by the Creator, protected in His care, and led by His voice through every season. The question we must honestly ask ourselves: Are we truly in the pen, or are we just walking alongside the fence?

I AM: Light of the World

Heath Haney — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 17:10:44 -0600

This powerful message confronts us with one of Jesus's most audacious claims: 'I am the light of the world.' Drawing from John chapter 8, we're challenged to understand what it truly means when Christ declares Himself to be not just a light, but the constant, unwavering source that holds existence together. The context is striking—Jesus makes this declaration right after the Feast of Tabernacles, when massive candelabras illuminated Jerusalem for six nights, reminding Israel of God's glory that once led them through the wilderness. On the seventh night, when the lights went dark and the people were left with the sobering reality that God's visible presence hadn't been among them for centuries, Jesus boldly proclaims: 'I am the light you've been waiting for.' This isn't the claim of a good teacher or moral philosopher—this is God Almighty saying, 'I was here before Abraham, and I am eternal.' The message forces us to examine our own lives: Who is Jesus to us, really? Not just in our words, but in our actions, our spending, our relationships, and our priorities. Would our coworkers, our families, our servers at restaurants say that Jesus is the guiding light of our lives? Or would our actions reveal something else entirely? This isn't about condemnation—it's about honesty. Because when we truly grasp that Jesus is the constant, the light that exposes everything yet heals and cleanses rather than shames, it changes absolutely everything about how we live.

I AM: The Bread of Life

Heath Haney — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0600

What if everything we think we need from God is actually keeping us from truly knowing Him? This exploration of Jesus' declaration 'I am the bread of life' confronts us with an uncomfortable truth: we're often more interested in what Jesus can do for us than in who He actually is. When Jesus fed 5,000 people with five loaves and two fish, the crowd's response wasn't worship—it was 'what's for breakfast tomorrow?' They wanted a king to overthrow Rome, more miraculous meals, and an endless parade of signs. Sound familiar? We do the same thing. Our prayer lists overflow with physical needs—jobs, healing, relationships—while spiritual concerns barely register. Jesus cuts through our consumer mentality with shocking language: eat my flesh, drink my blood. Many walked away that day, confused and disappointed. The question echoes across two millennia to us: would we have walked away too? Is our faith rooted in the next miracle, or in the greatest miracle that's already happened—salvation through Christ alone? This message challenges us to examine whether we're following Jesus for the benefits package or for Jesus Himself. It's a reorientation from physical blessings to spiritual reality, from temporary satisfaction to eternal sustenance. The bread of life isn't another answered prayer; it's the person of Christ meeting our deepest hunger.

Family Tree: Immanuel - God With Us!

Heath Haney — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0600

At the heart of this message lies a profound truth that changes everything: Emmanuel—God with us. We journey through Matthew 1:18-23, where an angel announces not just the birth of a child, but the fulfillment of humanity's deepest longing. The name Jesus means 'God saves,' pointing to His mission to rescue us from sin. But Emmanuel reveals something even more intimate—God choosing to dwell among us. From the Garden of Eden where God walked with Adam and Eve in the cool of the day, through centuries of glimpses and shadows in the tabernacle and temple, humanity has ached for God's presence. What makes Jesus revolutionary is that He wasn't just God speaking from a distance or appearing momentarily—He was physically present, fully accessible, and His presence was lasting. He ate meals, had conversations around campfires, and walked dusty roads with ordinary people. This wasn't just a nice religious idea; it transformed everything. And here's the stunning reality for us today: through faith in Jesus, we receive the Holy Spirit, making us walking Emmanuels. God is no longer just with us—He's in us. The question becomes: are we living like people who carry the presence of God within us? Our world is watching, and they need to see something different, something that can only be explained by Emmanuel living through us.

Family Tree: Love After Failure - Bathsheba

Heath Haney — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0600

This powerful exploration of 2 Samuel 11 confronts us with one of Scripture's most sobering narratives: King David's catastrophic fall into sin with Bathsheba. We're reminded that even God's chosen ones are vulnerable to temptation when they place themselves in compromising situations. The message draws a striking parallel between children who ignore expensive gifts to play with cardboard boxes and how we often abandon God's incredible blessings to chase worthless, sinful desires. David had everything—a kingdom, God's favor, victory after victory—yet he pursued his flesh, beginning with the seemingly small decision to stay home from battle. This teaches us that sin rarely announces itself as a dramatic choice; it starts with neglecting our duties, entertaining lustful thoughts, and making compromises. What follows is a devastating spiral: adultery, deception, and ultimately murder. The story forces us to confront an uncomfortable truth: we cannot hide our sin from an all-knowing God, no matter how cleverly we think we've covered our tracks. Yet the most beautiful part emerges when Nathan the prophet confronts David, and immediately upon confession, God forgives. This isn't a story about getting away with sin—David faced severe consequences—but about a God who relentlessly pursues relationship with us even in our worst moments. The redemptive twist that Bathsheba, a woman wronged and manipulated, becomes part of the lineage of Jesus Christ himself shows us that God specializes in redeeming our messiest, most broken situations for His glory.

Family Tree: Joy In Our Pain - Ruth

Heath Haney — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0600

The Book of Ruth offers us one of Scripture's most profound narratives about how God transforms our deepest pain into unexpected joy. Set during the chaotic period when everyone did what was right in their own eyes, this four-chapter masterpiece introduces us to Naomi, whose very name means 'pleasant' but who becomes so embittered by loss that she renames herself Mara—'bitter.' We witness a widow's journey from absolute rock bottom—losing her husband and both sons in a foreign land—to discovering that God's redemptive plan was unfolding even in her darkest moments. The story challenges us to examine our own lives: Are we someone's Boaz, stepping in as a redeemer when others are drowning in despair? Are we someone's Ruth, demonstrating unwavering loyalty when it would be easier to walk away? The beautiful truth emerges that God specializes in working through our worst circumstances to bless not just us, but generations to come. Ruth, a Gentile outsider, becomes the great-grandmother of King David and an ancestor of Jesus Christ himself. This reminds us that weeping may stay for the night, but joy truly comes in the morning—not because pain isn't real, but because our God is in the business of redemption.

Family Tree: Peace With Our Past - Rahab

Heath Haney — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0600

This message takes us deep into the story of Rahab from Joshua chapter 2, challenging us to reconsider how God views our past and who He chooses to use for His purposes. We encounter a woman labeled 'Rahab the prostitute'—not exactly the resume we'd expect in Jesus' family tree. Yet here's the powerful truth: her past didn't disqualify her from God's plan. Instead, it highlights that God specializes in using unlikely people to accomplish extraordinary things. The scarlet cord she hung in her window becomes a beautiful symbol of redemption—a public declaration of faith that saved not just her life but her entire family. This challenges us to examine what names we've given ourselves based on our past: the addict, the failure, the doubter. But God sees us differently. When we trust in Jesus, we're no longer defined by who we've been but by who we're becoming in Christ. Rahab's simple faith—recognizing God's power, acknowledging her need, and trusting His mercy—mirrors the thief on the cross and reminds us that salvation isn't about theological degrees or lifetime achievements. It's about surrendering to Jesus right now. The question becomes: what will we do with this grace? Will we keep it to ourselves, or like Rahab, will we gather everyone important to us under that scarlet covering—the blood of Jesus—and let our lives testify to His transforming power?

Family Tree: Hope in the Mess - Tamar

Heath Haney — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0600

Genesis 38 presents us with one of Scripture's most uncomfortable yet profoundly hopeful stories through the life of Tamar. This Canaanite woman endured unimaginable pain at the hands of three men: an evil husband named Er, a greedy brother-in-law Onan who used her, and a fearful father-in-law Judah who abandoned her. Yet remarkably, her story doesn't end in tragedy but in the genealogy of Jesus Christ himself. We discover that God specializes in redeeming our messiest moments, transforming situations that seem beyond repair into testimonies of His faithfulness. Tamar's experience teaches us about the pain of neglect, the cost of desperation, and ultimately the promise of redemption. Her story reminds us that even when we cannot see God working, even when we feel abandoned by those who should protect us, God is orchestrating something far greater than we can imagine. The fact that Matthew includes Tamar in Jesus' lineage shows us that no mess is too complicated for God to redeem. For those of us walking through difficult seasons caused by others' poor choices, this narrative offers profound hope: our pain is not wasted, our struggles are not meaningless, and God is actively working all things together for our good when we love Him and are called according to His purpose.

Handle With Care: Hurdles to Care

Heath Haney — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0600

This powerful message challenges us to move beyond mere conviction to true repentance—a complete turning from sin and stepping forward in a new direction. At its heart lies the parable of the Good Samaritan from Luke 10, but not in the way we typically hear it. The expert in the law knew the answer: love God and love people. These two commands encompass all 615 laws in the Torah. Yet knowing isn't enough. The religious expert tried to narrow his responsibility, asking 'Who is my neighbor?' hoping to find loopholes and exclusions. Jesus flipped the question entirely: instead of asking who deserves our love, we must ask what it means to be neighborly. The priest and Levite saw the wounded man and passed by—their religious activity didn't translate to compassion. But the despised Samaritan, the outsider, the one considered unworthy, demonstrated extravagant care. He didn't just feel bad; he acted sacrificially, staying overnight, paying generously, and promising more. Here's the twist we often miss: we aren't the Samaritan in this story. We are the broken man in the street, helpless and dying, and Christ is the one who came to us with compassion, carried us, healed us, and paid the price for our restoration. Now, transformed by His love, we're called to 'go and do likewise'—to love without boundaries, to see needs and respond with action, and to stop making excuses that prevent us from truly caring for one another.

Handle With Care: How We Care

Heath Haney — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0600

This message challenges us to reconsider what it truly means to care for one another within the church family. Drawing from Romans 12:9-18, we're confronted with the reality that we all enter church life with different expectations—invisible 'folders' of assumptions about what care should look like based on our past experiences. The tension arises when someone misses church and we're unsure whether to reach out or give space, when acts of service feel more like obligation than love, or when conflict emerges because our caring gestures are misunderstood. The passage calls us beyond surface-level coexistence to a deeper, more authentic love—what Paul describes as 'philostorgos,' a compound word combining friendship love with family love. We're challenged to love the church family we've chosen as if we had no choice, with the unconditional commitment we show blood relatives. This means leading out in love rather than always responding, getting emotionally invested in others' joys and sorrows, and pursuing hospitality not from cultural obligation but from genuine affection. The message reminds us that true care requires humility, careful consideration of how our actions affect others, and a relentless pursuit of unity even when it's difficult. Most importantly, we're reminded that every person—regardless of how they've treated us—bears God's image and was worth Christ's blood, making them worthy of our respect, kindness, and love.

Handle With Care: Why We Care

Heath Haney — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0600

The birth of the church in Acts 2 reveals something profound about how we're meant to grow in faith—not as isolated individuals racing toward spiritual maturity, but as a community committed to running together. When 3,000 people were added to the church in a single day, they didn't just receive information about Jesus and scatter back to their homes. They stayed. They devoted themselves to learning together, helping one another, and spending time in each other's lives. This wasn't just nice fellowship—it was survival. Many had left everything behind to follow Christ, and suddenly this group of believers became their family, their security, their everything. What challenges us today is recognizing that the more self-sufficient we become—financially stable, emotionally healthy, socially connected—the easier it becomes to think we don't really need the church. But there are spiritual realities that can only be experienced in community: growing in God's Word together, serving through the local body that Christ died for, and building relationships that reflect the early church's joyful devotion. The call isn't to create problems in our lives so we'll need each other, but to acknowledge that regardless of how well things are going, we were designed for interdependence. When we commit to growing together, helping one another, and spending intentional time with fellow believers, we position ourselves to experience the same thing those first Christians did—daily transformation and lives that draw others to Christ.

Exodus 1-18: The Wilderness Provision

Heath Haney — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0600

This powerful exploration of Exodus chapters 15-17 takes us on a journey through the wilderness where we discover two unchanging realities: people will complain, and God will remain faithful. After witnessing the miraculous parting of the Red Sea, the Israelites burst into song, celebrating their deliverance with poetic imagery that reveals God as their warrior who fights battles they could never win themselves. Yet within days of this incredible rescue, they're grumbling about food and water, seemingly forgetting every miracle they've witnessed. This pattern feels uncomfortably familiar, doesn't it? We face a challenge today and suddenly all of God's past faithfulness evaporates from our memory. The message challenges us to read Scripture literately, not just literally, understanding the difference between historical narrative and poetic expression, between factual reporting and emotional response. Most profoundly, we're reminded that God heard their groaning, remembered His covenant, saw their suffering, and knew His plans for them. That same God hears us, remembers us, sees us, and knows what He's doing in our lives even when we can't see the path forward. The call is clear: get up and do what wisdom demands, but trust God with the results.

Exodus 1-18: The Path Out

Heath Haney — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0500

This powerful exploration of Exodus 11-14 takes us through one of Scripture's most dramatic moments: the final plague and the parting of the Red Sea. At its heart, we discover God's intricate design of the Passover—a lamb's blood marking doorways, protecting firstborn children from death. This isn't just ancient history; it's a vivid preview of the gospel itself. Just as every Egyptian home faced judgment but Israelite homes were 'passed over' through the blood of a lamb, we too face judgment for our sins, yet Christ—the Lamb of God—offers us salvation through His sacrifice. The message challenges us to see God's grace even in the darkest moments of Scripture, reminding us that when the Israelites stood trapped between Pharaoh's army and the sea, God was orchestrating their greatest deliverance. We're invited to apply Moses' advice to our own impossible situations: voice our fears to God, then trust Him to fight for us. The Passover meal Jesus transformed into communion becomes deeply meaningful when we understand its roots—every time we take the bread and cup, we're remembering not just Christ's death, but God's pattern of redemption woven throughout history. This isn't about looking away from difficult passages; it's about opening our eyes to see God's relentless grace pursuing us even through judgment.

Exodus 1-18: The Pharaoh

Heath Haney — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:17:02 -0500

In this powerful exploration of Exodus 1-18, we delve into the profound story of the Ten Plagues of Egypt. These plagues weren't just random acts of destruction, but a carefully orchestrated dismantling of the created order, serving as both judgment on evil and a revelation of God's power. As we examine Pharaoh's hardening heart, we're challenged to reflect on our own stubbornness and resistance to God's will. The plagues remind us that every molecule in the universe is driving towards one purpose: that we would know God. This message urges us to open our hearts, be coachable, and recognize God's attempts to get our attention in our daily lives. It's a call to deepen our relationship with the Creator, understanding that His actions, even when seemingly harsh, are rooted in His desire for us to know Him intimately.

Exodus 1-18: The Name

Heath Haney — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful exploration of Exodus 3, we dive deep into the transformative encounter between God and Moses at the burning bush. This pivotal moment teaches us about God's desire to use ordinary people for extraordinary purposes. We see how God reveals Himself as 'I AM,' emphasizing His eternal nature and sovereignty. The story challenges us to confront our own excuses and hesitations when God calls us to action. Just as Moses struggled with feelings of inadequacy, we too often doubt our abilities. However, God's response reminds us that He equips those He calls. This message encourages us to step out in faith, knowing that God's presence and power are with us. It urges us to be attentive to the 'burning bushes' in our own lives – those moments when God is calling us to turn aside from our routines and listen to His voice.

Exodus 1-18: The Family

Heath Haney — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful exploration of Exodus chapters 1 and 2, we delve into the remarkable story of Moses' birth and early life. We witness how God's protection becomes potential, even in the face of severe oppression. The Israelites' provision in Egypt turns to persecution, yet God hears their groans, remembers His covenant, sees their suffering, and knows His plan for their deliverance. This narrative reminds us that our greatest fears and seemingly terrible decisions can be used for God's glory. Just as Moses' mother's desperate act of placing him in a basket on the Nile became a pivotal moment in salvation history, our own struggles and mistakes can become stepping stones in God's redemptive plan. We're encouraged to trust in God's sovereign timing and purposes, even when our circumstances seem dire.

Heaven and Hell: Q&A

Heath Haney — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:53:02 -0500

As we delve into the mysteries of life after death, we're reminded of the profound impact our earthly choices have on our eternal destiny. The parable of Lazarus and the rich man serves as a poignant illustration of how our actions and attitudes in this life shape our spiritual future. This story challenges us to consider: Are we living with eternity in mind? Are we showing compassion to those around us, or are we consumed by our own desires? The rich man's continued selfishness even in torment highlights the transformative power of faith and the dangers of a heart hardened against God's love. As we reflect on this, let's examine our own lives and ask ourselves: Are we cultivating a heart that yearns for God's presence, or are we inadvertently choosing a path that leads us away from Him?

Heaven and Hell: The Reality of Hell

Heath Haney — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful exploration of the reality of hell, we're challenged to confront some uncomfortable truths about eternity. The message centers on Mark 9:43-48, where Jesus uses stark imagery to emphasize the seriousness of avoiding hell at all costs. We learn that hell is described as a place of unquenchable fire, eternal torment, and separation from God. The Valley of Gehenna serves as a vivid metaphor, helping us grasp the gravity of this spiritual reality. Perhaps most importantly, we're reminded that hell wasn't originally intended for humans, but for Satan and fallen angels. This revelation should inspire us to embrace the grace and mercy offered through faith in Christ. As we reflect on this sobering message, we're called to examine our own relationship with Jesus and consider the eternal destiny of those around us who may not yet know Him.

Heaven and Hell: The Beauty of Heaven

Heath Haney — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful message, we're challenged to reconsider our understanding of heaven and our earthly existence. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5, we're reminded that our bodies are temporary 'tents,' while heaven is our true home. The Holy Spirit serves as a 'down payment' of the glory to come, giving us a taste of God's presence now. We're encouraged to long for our heavenly dwelling, not out of morbidity, but because it represents an escape from death, pain, and evil. Intriguingly, we learn that heaven isn't our final destination - rather, it's a temporary abode until God creates a new heaven and earth, perfectly overlapping as He originally intended. This vision should inspire us to live in the 'in-between,' expanding God's kingdom on earth through our faith and actions.

Heaven and Hell: The Certainty of Death

Heath Haney — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:11:14 -0500

In this profound exploration of death's origin and finality, we're challenged to confront our mortality through the lens of Scripture. The story begins in Genesis, where we witness the tragic fall of humanity and the introduction of death as a consequence of sin. This narrative isn't just ancient history; it's a mirror reflecting our own struggles with disobedience and its far-reaching effects. As we grapple with the reality that 'all have sinned,' we're led to a crucial question: How can we face death with hope? The answer lies in Christ's redemptive work. Through His sacrifice, Jesus bore our sins and offers us salvation, transforming death from a terrifying end to a gateway to eternal life. This message invites us to deeply consider our faith in Christ and the profound impact it has on our view of life, death, and eternity.

Moving Forward: Serve in the Church

Heath Haney — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful exploration of 1 Corinthians 12, we're reminded that the church is a diverse body requiring unity. Just as our physical bodies have many parts working together, we as believers are called to function as one, despite our differences. This unity is rooted in the Holy Spirit and our shared purpose. God has uniquely arranged each of us within the body of Christ, gifting us with talents, passions, and spiritual abilities. The question is: are we fully committed to using these gifts for His glory? As we reflect on this, let's consider how we can step out in faith, serve one another, and contribute our unique strengths to build up the church. By doing so, we not only strengthen the body but also experience profound personal growth in our faith journey.

Moving Forward: Joining the Mission

Heath Haney — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful message, we're challenged to see the world through God's eyes and join Him in His mission. The story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well (John 4) serves as a backdrop for understanding how we often miss opportunities for spiritual harvest. Just as the disciples saw only physical hunger while Jesus saw spiritual fulfillment, we too can be blind to the spiritual needs around us. The lesson encourages us to look beyond our immediate circumstances and see the 'fields white for harvest' - people ready to hear about Jesus. This shift in perspective can transform how we interact with others, reminding us that everyone we meet is somewhere on their spiritual journey. We're called to be active participants in God's mission, whether we're planting seeds of faith or reaping the harvest of someone else's labor. This message inspires us to step out of our comfort zones and share our faith stories, no matter how simple they may seem.

Moving Forward: Communicate With The Lord

Heath Haney — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Are we truly longing for God in our worship? This powerful message challenges us to examine the depth of our spiritual hunger, drawing inspiration from Psalm 42. Just as a deer pants for water, we're called to thirst for the living God with genuine passion. But how often do we come to church distracted, unprepared to engage with our Creator? The sermon urges us to 'prime' our hearts before worship, to let our spiritual mouths water in anticipation of encountering God. It's not about the songs, the preacher, or the atmosphere - it's about our hearts being ready to receive. This message reminds us that when we come expectant and prepared, God can speak to us even in the most unexpected moments, transforming our worship experience and potentially impacting those around us who are seeking something real.

Moving Forward: Care For One Another

Heath Haney — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful message, we're challenged to embrace the heart of Christ through genuine care for one another. The story of Jesus washing His disciples' feet in John 13 serves as a profound example of servant leadership and selfless love. This act wasn't just about cleanliness - it was Jesus meeting a basic need that no one else was willing to fulfill. As we reflect on this, we're called to examine our own lives: Are we stepping up to meet the needs around us, or are we waiting for someone else to do it? The message urges us to replace 'someone else will' with 'no one else will,' taking ownership of the needs we see in our church community. It's a call to move beyond our comfort zones, to serve even when it's not our strength or preference. By doing so, we not only follow Christ's example but also build a stronger, more caring church family.

Shining for Christ in a Dark World - Taylor Calder

Taylor Calder — Mon, 04 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful message, we're challenged to shine Christ's light in a dark world. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 4:1-6, we're reminded that while this journey can be heartbreaking, we must persevere through God's mercy. The text beautifully contrasts God's grace - giving us what we don't deserve - with His mercy - not giving us what we do deserve. This understanding should fuel our commitment to share His light, even when it's difficult. We're warned about the enemy's attempts to blind unbelievers to the gospel, emphasizing our crucial role in illuminating Christ's truth. Ultimately, we're called to remember that our light-bearing is about glorifying Jesus, not ourselves. This message encourages us to lift high the name of Christ, drawing all people to Him, making our sometimes challenging journey always worthwhile.

Joseph - Thank God in Suffering - Genesis 35-50

Heath Haney — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0500

The story of Joseph teaches us profound lessons about God's presence in our darkest moments. Despite betrayal, imprisonment, and seeming abandonment, Joseph's faith remained unshakeable. The recurring phrase 'the Lord was with Joseph' reminds us that God never forsakes us, even when we feel most alone. This narrative challenges us to recognize God's presence in our own trials and to trust in His larger plan. Joseph's ability to forgive his brothers and see God's hand in his suffering is a powerful example for us. It encourages us to look beyond our immediate circumstances and trust that God is working for our good and the good of others, even through our pain. This story invites us to reframe our struggles, seeing them not as pointless suffering, but as part of God's greater purpose for our lives and the lives of those around us.

Jacob - Pursue God in Contentment - Genesis 25-29

Heath Haney — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 14:30:01 -0500

In this powerful exploration of Jacob's life from the book of Genesis, we uncover a profound lesson about contentment and its impact on our relationships. Jacob's story serves as a cautionary tale, showing how unchecked ambition and discontentment can leave a trail of hurt in our wake. From wrestling his brother's birthright to deceiving his father for a blessing, Jacob's actions reveal the destructive nature of always grasping for more. We're challenged to examine our own lives - are we, like Jacob, so focused on what we want that we overlook the feelings and well-being of those around us? This message reminds us that true fulfillment comes not from constantly striving for more, but from finding contentment in God's provision and treating others with love and respect.

Isaac - Honor God Generationally - Genesis 23-26

Heath Haney — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful message, we delve into the story of Isaac, exploring how God's promises and plans unfold across generations. The central theme revolves around generational change and the challenges we face in breaking cycles of dysfunction. We see how Isaac, while striving to honor God more than his father Abraham, still stumbles into similar mistakes. This serves as a poignant reminder that our journey of faith is not without setbacks, but God's grace remains constant. The message encourages us to persevere in our efforts to live differently, emphasizing the importance of repentance as a daily practice rather than a one-time event. As we reflect on Isaac's story, we're challenged to consider how we can learn from past generations while setting a new standard for those who follow us.

Trust God Completely - Genesis 22

Heath Haney — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful exploration of faith, we delve into the profound story of Abraham and Isaac from Genesis 22. This narrative challenges us to examine the depths of our trust in God, even in the face of seemingly impossible circumstances. We're encouraged to reflect on how Abraham's unwavering faith was built over time through witnessing God's justice, faithfulness, and compassion. The message reminds us that true faith isn't blind or sudden, but rather a deep trust rooted in knowing God's character. As we consider our own faith journeys, we're prompted to seek a deeper understanding of who God is, recognizing His work in our lives and acknowledging His attributes in both triumphs and challenges. This story ultimately points us to Jesus, our perfect sacrificial lamb, emphasizing God's incredible love and the profound nature of our salvation.

Follow God Radically - Genesis 12

Heath Haney — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In our journey through Genesis chapter 12, we are introduced to the profound story of Abram, who demonstrates unparalleled faith by following God's call without knowing the destination. The central spiritual lesson here is about trust and obedience to God's voice, even when it demands stepping away from comfort and security. Abram's willingness to leave his land, family, and familiar surroundings challenges us to reflect on our own willingness to follow God's lead, irrespective of the cost. This journey of Genesis 12 is not just about geographical relocation but signifies a deeper spiritual transformation and faith journey that we are all invited to embark upon. By examining this narrative, we can draw parallels to our own lives, recognizing moments where we are called to surrender our comforts and step into the unknown, trusting that God's blessings will always overshadow any sacrifice we make.

Two Become One Spiritually

Heath Haney — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful exploration of Ephesians 5:22-33, we delve into the often misunderstood concepts of submission and headship in marriage. The message challenges us to look beyond surface-level interpretations and see these ideas through the lens of Christ's sacrificial love for the church. We're reminded that true submission isn't about control or domination, but about mutual respect and putting our spouse's needs before our own. The parallel drawn between Christ's relationship with the church and a husband's relationship with his wife offers a profound model of selfless love and service. This message encourages us to reflect on our own marriages and relationships, asking ourselves if we're truly embodying the kind of love and respect that God calls us to demonstrate. It's a call to action for both husbands and wives to step up, take responsibility, and nurture a relationship that reflects God's design for marriage.

Two Become One Physically

Heath Haney — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful message, we explore the profound concept of 'two becoming one' in marriage, as highlighted in Matthew 19:3-6. This scripture reveals God's beautiful design for marriage, where two individuals unite to form a single entity. We delve into the idea of 'folders' - the mental scripts and expectations we bring into our relationships based on our past experiences and observations. These folders, filled with both positive and negative examples, significantly influence our behavior in marriage. The message challenges us to examine our own 'folders,' identify unhealthy patterns, and actively work to fill them with better examples. It emphasizes the importance of open communication, compromise, and mutual submission in marriage, encouraging us to view our spouse's needs as equally important as our own. This perspective shift from 'me' to 'we' is crucial for building a strong, God-centered marriage.

Ephesians 6 - Working for Christ - Samuel Hardiman

Heath Haney — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0500

How often do we feel stuck in our jobs, wondering if we're truly making a difference? This powerful message challenges us to reframe our perspective on work, seeing it as a divine calling rather than just a means to an end. Drawing from Ephesians 6:5-8, we're reminded that our work is ultimately for Christ, not just our earthly bosses. This shift in mindset transforms even the most mundane tasks into acts of worship and service. The story of the boy with five loaves and two fish illustrates how God can multiply our seemingly insignificant offerings when we offer them wholeheartedly. As we approach our daily work with integrity, excellence, and a servant's heart, we become living testimonies of God's love in our workplaces. This message encourages us to see ourselves as ambassadors for Christ, carrying His light into every corner of our professional lives.

Ephesians 2 - Dead in Sin, Alive in Christ - Kenny Blythe

Kenny Blythe — Mon, 26 May 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful message, we're confronted with a profound truth from Ephesians 2: we were once dead in our trespasses and sins, but God, rich in mercy, made us alive in Christ. This stark contrast between spiritual death and life challenges us to examine our own condition. Are we truly alive in Christ, or are we still spiritually dead? The speaker uses vivid imagery, comparing our spiritual state to corpses in various stages of decay, reminding us that there are no 'grades' of death - we're either dead or alive. This sobering reality check isn't meant to discourage us, but to highlight the miraculous nature of God's grace. We're called to recognize our complete dependence on God's mercy and love, understanding that our salvation is entirely His gift, not our achievement. This message invites us to embrace both humility and confidence as we walk in our new life, encouraging us to share the transformative power of Christ with others who are still spiritually dead.

The Heaviness of Marriage

Heath Haney — Sun, 18 May 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful message, we're reminded of the profound significance of marriage as designed by God. The central theme revolves around Genesis 2:24, where two become one flesh. This isn't just about romantic union, but a spiritual calling with far-reaching implications. We're challenged to view our marriages as more than personal relationships; they're living testimonies of Christ's love for the church. The speaker draws an inspiring parallel between how we love our spouses and how Christ loves us, emphasizing that our marriages can be windows into God's kingdom. This perspective invites us to approach our relationships with renewed intentionality, not just for our own benefit, but for the spiritual growth of our partners and as a witness to the world. It's a call to create 'pockets of God's kingdom' in our homes and communities, reminding us that our love for each other can be a powerful tool for evangelism and spiritual transformation.

Parenting Goals

Heath Haney — Mon, 12 May 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful exploration of Deuteronomy 6:4-9, we're reminded of our sacred duty to pass on our faith to the next generation. The ancient Shema, a cornerstone of Jewish and Christian tradition, calls us to love God with all our heart, soul, and strength. But it doesn't stop there – we're challenged to weave this love into the fabric of our daily lives and share it with our children. This isn't just about occasional Bible stories; it's about living out our faith in every moment, whether we're sitting, walking, lying down, or getting up. As we reflect on this, we're compelled to ask: How are we demonstrating the importance of our faith to those around us, especially the younger generation? Are we binding God's words to our hands and foreheads, metaphorically speaking, making them visible in our actions and thoughts? This message urges us to be intentional about creating a legacy of faith, recognizing that our everyday choices speak volumes about what we truly value.

Why Singleness is a good thing

Heath Haney — Mon, 05 May 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful message, we explore the often-overlooked gift of singleness through the lens of 1 Corinthians 7. Paul's teachings challenge our cultural assumptions, reminding us that singleness can be a beautiful and purposeful calling. We're encouraged to see how Jesus and Paul, two of the most influential figures in Christianity, lived impactful single lives. The key takeaway is that contentment and desire can coexist - we can be content in our current circumstances while still having godly desires. This applies not just to singleness, but to all areas of our lives. We're challenged to examine our focus, flexibility, and freedom, regardless of our relationship status, and to consider how we can best serve God's kingdom. This message invites us to reflect on our own devotion to Christ and how we can live purposefully in whatever season we find ourselves.

Levels of Friendship

Heath Haney — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this powerful exploration of friendship, we're challenged to examine the depth and quality of our relationships through a biblical lens. The message takes us on a journey through five levels of friendship, from mere commonality to Christ-like sacrifice. At the heart of this teaching is John 15:12-15, where Jesus calls his disciples friends and sets the ultimate standard for love. We're reminded that true friendship isn't just about shared interests or comfort, but about encouraging, convicting, and even 'wounding' each other in love. The story of David and Jonathan serves as a poignant example of friendship that strengthens faith in difficult times. This message urges us to cultivate friendships that point us to Jesus and to become the kind of friends who speak truth, even when it's hard. It's a call to move beyond surface-level connections and into relationships that reflect the sacrificial love of Christ.

What is the Lord's Supper?

Heath Haney — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 10:50:44 -0500

Today, we delve into the profound symbolism of the Lord's Supper, uncovering its three-fold significance in our faith journey. First, it stands as a powerful symbol of unity, connecting us not just with fellow believers in our congregation, but with Christians across the globe and throughout history. As we partake in this sacred ritual, we're reminded that we're part of something far greater than ourselves. Secondly, the Lord's Supper represents Christ's ultimate sacrifice. The bread and wine serve as tangible reminders of Jesus' broken body and shed blood, given freely for our salvation. Finally, this meal symbolizes our own salvation story, echoing the Passover meal that marked God's deliverance of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. Just as God freed His people then, Christ has freed us from the bondage of sin. This multi-layered symbolism invites us to reflect deeply on our faith, encouraging us to live in unity, gratitude, and freedom as followers of Christ.

What is Baptism?

Heath Haney — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 14:35:48 -0500

In this exploration of the meaning baptism, we're reminded of its profound symbolism and spiritual significance. Diving deep into Romans 6, we discover that baptism represents our death to sin and resurrection to new life in Christ. It's not just a ritual, but a powerful symbol of our freedom from sin's slavery and death's dominion. As we witness others being baptized, we're called to remember our own commitment to Christ and renew our dedication to following Him. This message challenges us to view baptism not as a one-time event, but as a continual reminder of God's transformative work in our lives. It invites us to celebrate each baptism with the same enthusiasm we bring to other life events, recognizing the miraculous spiritual rebirth it represents.

Building Towers, Playing God - Genesis 10-11

Heath Haney — Mon, 31 Mar 2025 12:45:09 -0500

In this exploration of Genesis 10 and 11, we uncover profound truths about human nature and our relationship with God. The story of the Tower of Babel serves as a powerful metaphor for our own struggles with pride, disobedience, and misplaced priorities. We see how the people's desire to 'make a name for themselves' and avoid being scattered across the earth directly contradicted God's command to fill the earth. This rebellion against God's plan reminds us of our own tendencies to pursue our ambitions at the expense of God's will. The confusion of languages at Babel highlights the consequences of our arrogance and the futility of trying to reach God on our own terms.

As we reflect on this ancient story, we're challenged to examine our own lives. Are we, like the people of Babel, building towers of self-importance? Or are we humbly submitting to God's commission to make disciples and glorify His name? This message calls us to realign our priorities, to seek God's will above our own, and to recognize that true fulfillment comes not from making our own name great, but from exalting the name of Jesus.

Glimpses of Hope in the Midst of Evil - Genesis 4-9

Heath Haney — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0500

As we look at Genesis 4-9, we confront the devastating reality of sin and its rapid escalation in human history. From Cain's murder of Abel to the widespread wickedness that led to the flood, we see how quickly humanity fell from God's intended design. Yet, amidst this darkness, we find glimmers of hope. The story of Noah becomes a prototype of God's promise and salvation. We're reminded that sin lurks within our hearts, waiting to pounce, but we're called to rule over it.

This message challenges us to recognize the animalistic temptations in our own lives and to use Scripture and spiritual disciplines to tame them. As we reflect on Noah's story, we're invited to see ourselves in this narrative - both our potential for sin and our need for God's saving grace.

Temptation is Within Us - Genesis 2-3

Heath Haney — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this study of Genesis 1-3, we dive into the profound truth of humanity's creation in God's image. We're reminded that we were created to rule over creation, not with our own strength, but with God's authority. However, the story takes a dark turn as we confront the reality of temptation and sin. The serpent's deception in the Garden of Eden reveals a startling truth - our desires can lead us astray. We're challenged to recognize that the root of sin lies not in external temptations, but in our own hearts. This insight invites us to seek transformation from within, to pray like David for restored joy in God's salvation. As we grapple with our own struggles, we're encouraged to look beyond surface-level solutions and instead seek a change in our deepest desires. The message culminates in the hope of the 'snake crusher' - Jesus Christ - who offers us victory over sin and the opportunity for true heart change.

Order from Chaos - Genesis 1

Heath Haney — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0500

In this exploration of Genesis 1, we delve into the profound truths of creation and the nature of our God. The scripture reveals not just a chronological account of how the world came to be, but a powerful statement about who God is and how He operates. We see a God of order, purpose, and intentionality, bringing form to the formless and filling the void with life. This narrative challenges us to recognize how God continues to work in our lives today, stepping into our chaos to bring divine order. Just as He separated light from darkness and waters from waters, He can separate us from our struggles and bring clarity to our confusion. The creation story isn't just ancient history; it's a blueprint for how God transforms lives, relationships, and situations even now. As we reflect on this, we're invited to surrender our own chaos to the Creator, trusting in His power to bring beauty and purpose out of our messy realities.

The Importance of the First Five Books

Heath Haney — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0600

In this exploration of the Torah, we're challenged to reconsider our approach to the first five books of the Bible. Often overlooked or misunderstood, these ancient texts hold profound wisdom and relevance for our lives today. We're reminded that the Torah isn't just a collection of old stories and laws, but a foundation for understanding God's character and His plan for salvation through Jesus Christ. By examining key passages like Exodus 34:6-7 and Deuteronomy 6:4-9, we see how these scriptures shaped the faith of generations and continue to inform our relationship with God. As we delve into the Torah, we're encouraged to read it both through a Christ-centered lens and with careful modern application, unlocking deeper insights into our faith and spiritual growth.

June 11th 2023

Heath Haney — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 14:22:08 -0500

June 4th 2023

Heath Haney — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 09:44:59 -0500

What About The Bible? • Drifting (Pt. 3)

Heath Haney — Tue, 23 May 2023 10:46:07 -0500

What About Humanity? • Drifting (Pt. 2)

Heath Haney — Wed, 17 May 2023 09:27:13 -0500

What About Other Religions? • Drifting (Pt. 1)

Heath Haney — Mon, 08 May 2023 10:44:15 -0500

The Fulfillment of Sabbath • Sabbath (Pt. 3)

Heath Haney — Mon, 01 May 2023 09:01:18 -0500

The Rhythm of Sabbath • Sabbath (Pt. 2)

Heath Haney — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 10:47:00 -0500

The Creation of Sabbath • Sabbath (Pt. 1)

Heath Haney — Sun, 16 Apr 2023 14:52:36 -0500

Life • Who You Are In Christ (Pt. 5)

Heath Haney — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 12:37:08 -0500

Love • Who You Are In Christ (Pt. 4)

Heath Haney — Mon, 27 Mar 2023 10:26:32 -0500

Children of God • Who You Are In Christ (Pt. 3)

Heath Haney — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 10:20:24 -0500

Light • Who You Are In Christ (Pt. 2)

Heath Haney — Mon, 13 Mar 2023 10:30:47 -0500

Fellowship • Who You Are In Christ (Pt. 1)

Heath Haney — Wed, 08 Mar 2023 13:07:37 -0600

Habakkuk • Return: The Minor Prophets Vol 2 (Pt. 2)

Heath Haney — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 09:16:10 -0600

Nahum • Return: The Minor Prophets Vol 2 (Pt. 3)

Heath Haney — Mon, 20 Feb 2023 12:11:38 -0600

Micah • Return: The Minor Prophets Vol 2 (Pt. 2)

Heath Haney — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 15:15:31 -0600

Jonah • Return: The Minor Prophets Vol 2 (Pt. 1)

Heath Haney — Sun, 05 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0600

The Focus That Directs Us • 1st Things First (Pt. 4)

Heath Haney — Sun, 29 Jan 2023 17:00:00 -0600

The Pathway That Grows Us • 1st Things First (Pt. 3)

Heath Haney — Sun, 22 Jan 2023 17:00:00 -0600

The Strategy That Aligns Us • 1st Things First (Pt. 2)

Heath Haney — Mon, 16 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0600

The Mission That Fuels Us • 1st Things First (Pt. 1)

Heath Haney — Sun, 08 Jan 2023 18:06:25 -0600

A Right Perspective in 2023

Heath Haney — Sun, 01 Jan 2023 16:00:00 -0600

Love • Advent (Pt. 4)

Heath Haney — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 14:03:30 -0600

Joy • Advent (Pt. 3)

Heath Haney — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 11:18:03 -0600

Peace • Advent (Pt. 2)

Heath Haney — Sun, 04 Dec 2022 16:09:52 -0600

Hope • Advent (Pt. 1)

Heath Haney — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 15:42:08 -0600

Sunday November 20th 2022

Heath Haney — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:33:20 -0600

Drifting - Who Jesus Is

Heath Haney — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0600

Drifting - Staying The Course

Heath Haney — Mon, 07 Nov 2022 17:46:07 -0600

Everyday Mission Pt. 3

Heath Haney — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 16:03:37 -0500

Everyday Mission Pt. 2

Heath Haney — Mon, 24 Oct 2022 14:49:01 -0500

Everyday Mission Pt. 1

Heath Haney — Mon, 17 Oct 2022 16:00:00 -0500

The Local Church Pt. 2

Heath Haney — Mon, 10 Oct 2022 11:12:03 -0500

The Local Church Pt. 1

Heath Haney — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 16:32:40 -0500

A New Gameplan

Heath Haney — Sun, 25 Sep 2022 16:00:00 -0500

A New Outlook

Heath Haney — Mon, 19 Sep 2022 12:08:07 -0500

New Family

Heath Haney — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0500

New Birth

Heath Haney — Sun, 04 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Structure of Leadership

Heath Haney — Sun, 28 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Principles of Leadership

Heath Haney — Sun, 21 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0500

The Origin of Leadership

Heath Haney — Sun, 14 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Ministry To The Nations - Authority Confirmed

Heath Haney — Sun, 31 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0500

This week, in Part 5 of "Mark: Ministry to the Nations", we talk about how in Jesus’ death, even a Roman centurion recognizes he was the son of God. In his burial, a member of the Sanhedrin recognizes his authority and takes care of his body. And Mark’s version of the resurrection leaves the reader wondering whether the women believe he had really risen. But in his resurrection, Christ was confirming the authority that God had given him.

Ministry To The Nations - Authority Rejected

Heath Haney — Sun, 24 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0500

This week, in Part 4 of "Mark: Ministry to the Nations", we talk about how though Jesus has proven his authority to those around him, they still want him silenced. Judas gives them that opportunity. Judas chose money over Jesus, the Sanhedrin chose power over Jesus, Peter chose his own life over Jesus, and Pilate chose peace over Jesus. Each of them chooses their own path instead of submitting to Jesus’ authority.

Ministry To The Nations - Authority Acknowledged

Heath Haney — Sun, 17 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0500

This week, in Part 3 of "Mark: Ministry to the Nations", Jesus has three interactions with people who he actually brags about: a scribe, a widow, and a woman with expensive perfume. Each of these seems to grasp certain aspects of the kingdom of God.

Ministry To The Nations - Authority Questioned

Heath Haney — Sun, 10 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0500

This week, in Part 2 of "Mark: Ministry to the Nations", Jesus has at least three interactions in this section in which people are questioning his teaching and trying to trap him. In the midst of it is a condemning parable that would have hit hard on those who were coming after him.

Ministry To The Nations - Authority Claimed

Heath Haney — Sun, 03 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0500

This week, in Part 1 of "Mark: Ministry to the Nations", we will focus on Jesus’ donkey ride into Jerusalem and his cleansing of the temple. Both of them have heavy prophecy-fulfilling overtones! Jesus is claiming to be the King/Priest that Israel needs!

Okay, Google: Part 4

Heath Haney — Sun, 26 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Okay, Google: Part 3

Heath Haney — Sun, 19 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Okay, Google: Part 2

Heath Haney — Sun, 12 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0500

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Okay, Google: Part 1

Heath Haney — Sun, 05 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0500

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What Does God Think Of You? - Kenny Blythe

Heath Haney — Mon, 30 May 2022 18:29:53 -0500

MARK: MINISTRY TO THE DISCIPLES (Pt. 4) The Framework of a Follower

Heath Haney — Mon, 23 May 2022 07:09:16 -0500

MARK: MINISTRY TO THE DISCIPLES (Pt. 3) The Faith of a Follower

Heath Haney — Mon, 16 May 2022 09:59:24 -0500

MARK: MINISTRY TO THE DISCIPLES (Pt. 2) The Foundation of a Follower

Heath Haney — Sun, 08 May 2022 20:00:00 -0500

MARK: MINISTRY TO THE DISCIPLES (Pt. 1) - The Framework of a Follower

Heath Haney — Mon, 02 May 2022 09:59:28 -0500

Christ: Fulfillment (Pt. 4) - Ascension and Session

Heath Haney — Mon, 25 Apr 2022 10:26:27 -0500

Christ: Fulfillment (Pt.3) - Burial and Resurrection

Heath Haney — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 14:54:44 -0500

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Christ: Fulfillment (Pt.2) - He Is THE Christ

Heath Haney — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 10:40:08 -0500

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Christ: Fulfillment (Pt.1) - Life and Ministry

Heath Haney — Sun, 03 Apr 2022 10:40:10 -0500

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Hurdles

Heath Haney — Sun, 27 Mar 2022 10:40:08 -0500

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Hurdles

Heath Haney — Sun, 20 Mar 2022 10:40:09 -0500

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Hurdles

Heath Haney — Sun, 06 Mar 2022 10:42:55 -0600

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Return: The Minor Prophets - Obadiah

Heath Haney — Sun, 27 Feb 2022 10:40:37 -0600

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Return: The Minor Prophets - Amos

Heath Haney — Sun, 20 Feb 2022 10:40:25 -0600

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Return: The Minor Prophets - Joel

Heath Haney — Sun, 13 Feb 2022 10:40:15 -0600

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Return: The Minor Prophets - Hosea

Heath Haney — Sun, 06 Feb 2022 11:04:39 -0600

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Steps

Heath Haney — Sun, 30 Jan 2022 10:40:19 -0600

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Steps

Heath Haney — Sun, 23 Jan 2022 10:40:27 -0600

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Steps

Heath Haney — Sun, 16 Jan 2022 10:40:56 -0600

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Steps

Heath Haney — Sun, 09 Jan 2022 10:40:19 -0600

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Looking Back and Seeing God

Heath Haney — Sun, 02 Jan 2022 10:40:08 -0600

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Christmas Carols

Heath Haney — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 10:40:31 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Christmas Carols

Kenny Blythe — Sun, 12 Dec 2021 10:40:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Christmas Carols

Heath Haney — Sun, 05 Dec 2021 10:40:12 -0600

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The Gospel of Mark

Heath Haney — Sun, 28 Nov 2021 10:40:18 -0600

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The Gospel of Mark

Heath Haney — Sun, 21 Nov 2021 10:40:33 -0600

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The Gospel of Mark

Heath Haney — Sun, 14 Nov 2021 10:41:52 -0600

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The Gospel of Mark

Heath Haney — Sun, 07 Nov 2021 10:40:41 -0600

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God's Word is Final

Andy John King — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 10:40:13 -0500

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God's Word is Understandable

Andy John King — Sun, 24 Oct 2021 10:40:18 -0500

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God's Word is Enough

Heath Haney — Sun, 17 Oct 2021 10:40:17 -0500

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God's Word is Needed

Heath Haney — Sun, 10 Oct 2021 10:40:07 -0500

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God's Mission

Heath Haney — Sun, 03 Oct 2021 10:40:07 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

The Work of Worship

Heath Haney — Sun, 26 Sep 2021 10:40:02 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Routine Re-Alignment

Heath Haney — Sun, 19 Sep 2021 10:40:16 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Loving God's Law

Heath Haney — Sun, 12 Sep 2021 14:13:00 -0500

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The Grind

Heath Haney — Sun, 05 Sep 2021 13:19:00 -0500

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Bear Fruit

Heath Haney — Sun, 29 Aug 2021 10:47:00 -0500

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Love

Heath Haney — Sun, 22 Aug 2021 13:20:00 -0500

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Obedience

Heath Haney — Sun, 15 Aug 2021 09:46:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Sacrifice

Heath Haney — Sun, 08 Aug 2021 10:42:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Jealousy

Kenny Blythe — Sun, 01 Aug 2021 14:05:00 -0500

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The Fight

Heath Haney — Sun, 25 Jul 2021 14:02:00 -0500

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The Family

Heath Haney — Sun, 18 Jul 2021 09:30:00 -0500

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The Church

Heath Haney — Sun, 11 Jul 2021 10:51:00 -0500

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The Walk

Heath Haney — Sun, 04 Jul 2021 10:17:00 -0500

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Baptism

Heath Haney — Sun, 27 Jun 2021 09:26:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Salvation: What Does it Mean to be "Saved"?

Heath Haney — Sun, 20 Jun 2021 13:27:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Do Not Sin

Patrick Buckley — Sun, 13 Jun 2021 10:41:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Do We Believe in 1 God or 3?

Heath Haney — Sun, 06 Jun 2021 15:36:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Lead Me Not

Kenny Blythe — Sun, 30 May 2021 10:12:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Penance?

Heath Haney — Sun, 23 May 2021 10:02:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Our Daily Bread

Heath Haney — Sun, 16 May 2021 11:37:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

On Earth as it is in Heaven

Kenny Blythe — Sun, 09 May 2021 10:43:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Our Father, Who is in Heaven

Heath Haney — Sun, 02 May 2021 10:44:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Devoted to God's Holiness

Heath Haney — Sun, 25 Apr 2021 19:55:00 -0500

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Experiencing God's Holiness

Heath Haney — Sun, 18 Apr 2021 15:25:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

God's Holiness

Heath Haney — Sun, 11 Apr 2021 15:23:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

GREATER

Heath Haney — Sun, 04 Apr 2021 16:13:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Palm Sunday

Kenny Blythe — Sun, 28 Mar 2021 14:34:00 -0500

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Jesus' Company

Heath Haney — Sun, 21 Mar 2021 15:03:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Jesus' Actions

Heath Haney — Sun, 14 Mar 2021 09:59:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

The Perfection of the Promise

Heath Haney — Sun, 07 Mar 2021 17:00:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

The Preview of the Promise

Alan Ostrzycki — Sun, 28 Feb 2021 08:46:00 -0600

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The Point of the Promise

Heath Haney — Sun, 21 Feb 2021 09:49:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

The People of the Promise

Heath Haney — Sun, 14 Feb 2021 09:48:00 -0600

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The Preservation of the Promise

Heath Haney — Sun, 07 Feb 2021 15:44:00 -0600

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Outreach: International Missions

Heath Haney — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 18:07:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Outreach: Regional Missions

Heath Haney — Sun, 24 Jan 2021 21:18:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Outreach: Local Ministry

Heath Haney — Sun, 17 Jan 2021 10:14:00 -0600

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Inreach

Heath Haney — Sun, 10 Jan 2021 08:31:00 -0600

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Personal Growth

Heath Haney — Sun, 03 Jan 2021 08:28:00 -0600

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Gifts

Heath Haney — Sun, 27 Dec 2020 08:25:00 -0600

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Love

Heath Haney — Sun, 20 Dec 2020 08:14:00 -0600

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Joy

Heath Haney — Sun, 13 Dec 2020 16:08:00 -0600

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Peace

Heath Haney — Sun, 06 Dec 2020 16:07:00 -0600

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Hope

Heath Haney — Sun, 29 Nov 2020 15:01:00 -0600

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How to Know

Heath Haney — Sun, 22 Nov 2020 10:45:00 -0600

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Guest Speaker Greg Wise

Greg Wise — Sun, 15 Nov 2020 07:51:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

How to Trust

Heath Haney — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 08:46:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

How to Worship

Heath Haney — Sun, 01 Nov 2020 09:54:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

What is Love?

Heath Haney — Sun, 25 Oct 2020 17:30:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Finding the Loophole

Heath Haney — Sun, 18 Oct 2020 14:22:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

The Weight of Sin

Heath Haney — Sun, 11 Oct 2020 15:01:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

The Heart of Sin

Heath Haney — Sun, 04 Oct 2020 12:49:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Kingdom Righteousness

Heath Haney — Sun, 27 Sep 2020 15:51:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Kingdom Influence

Heath Haney — Sun, 20 Sep 2020 15:50:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Kingdom Principles

Heath Haney — Sun, 13 Sep 2020 14:58:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Introducing the Kingdom

Heath Haney — Sun, 06 Sep 2020 14:56:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

The Attitude

Heath Haney — Sun, 30 Aug 2020 09:28:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

The Opposition

Heath Haney — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 12:13:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

The Name

Heath Haney — Sun, 16 Aug 2020 07:42:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

The Reason

Heath Haney — Sun, 09 Aug 2020 14:39:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Always be Ready

Heath Haney — Sun, 02 Aug 2020 16:58:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Debunking Fear of Evangelism

Heath Haney — Sun, 26 Jul 2020 17:06:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Finding Christ in the Kingdom

Heath Haney — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 16:25:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Finding Christ in the Law

Heath Haney — Sun, 12 Jul 2020 10:11:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Guest Speaker Kenny Blythe

Kenny Blythe — Sun, 05 Jul 2020 16:53:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Finding Christ in the Covenant

Heath Haney — Sun, 28 Jun 2020 10:51:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Share in Suffering

Greg Wise — Sun, 21 Jun 2020 11:56:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Finding Christ in the Flood

Heath Haney — Sun, 14 Jun 2020 10:51:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Finding Christ in Creation

Heath Haney — Sun, 07 Jun 2020 10:48:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

The Persistence of God's Call

Heath Haney — Sun, 19 Apr 2020 15:47:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Easter Drive-In

Andy John King — Sun, 12 Apr 2020 15:45:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Even in Prison

Andy John King — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 10:21:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Commitment

Alan Ostrzycki — Sun, 29 Mar 2020 09:23:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Christ is Supreme

Heath Haney — Sun, 22 Mar 2020 09:49:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Why I love My Church

Dusty McLemore — Sun, 15 Mar 2020 19:23:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

When Farrago Divides

Heath Haney — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 15:13:00 -0500

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

When Frivolity Divides

Heath Haney — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 08:51:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

When Friction Divides

Heath Haney — Sun, 23 Feb 2020 15:36:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

When Family Issues Divide

Heath Haney — Sun, 16 Feb 2020 16:18:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

When Factions Divide

Heath Haney — Sun, 09 Feb 2020 09:53:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Introduction

Heath Haney — Sun, 02 Feb 2020 09:19:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

A Part of the Movement of God

Heath Haney — Sun, 26 Jan 2020 14:20:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

In a Group

Heath Haney — Sun, 19 Jan 2020 14:20:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

Greater

Andy John King — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 09:16:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church

At The Gathering

Heath Haney — Sun, 05 Jan 2020 16:34:00 -0600

Lindsay Lane Baptist Church