In this message, Pastor Danny takes a look at one of the biggest stress points at Christmas - our money.  What would our holidays look like if they were marked more by giving than receiving? Listen in to find out!

Proverbs 27:20b (NKJV) – The eyes of man are never satisfied.

Mark 6:37 (NKJV) – But He answered and said to them, “You give them something to eat.” And they said to Him, “Shall we go and buy two hundred denarii worth of bread and give them something to eat?”

Matthew 6:21 (NKJV) – For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

Luke 21:1-4 (NLT) – 1 While Jesus was in the Temple, he watched the rich people dropping their gifts in the collection box. 2 Then a poor widow came by and dropped in two small coins. 3 “I tell you the truth,” Jesus said, “this poor widow has given more than all the rest of them. 4 For they have given a tiny part of their surplus, but she, poor as she is, has given everything she has.”

Acts 20:35b (NLT) – “It is more blessed to give than to receive.”

2 Corinthians 9:6-11 (NLT) – 6 Remember this—a farmer who plants only a few seeds will get a small crop. But the one who plants generously will get a generous crop. 7 You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. “For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.” 8 And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others. 9 As the Scriptures say, “They share freely and give generously to the poor. Their good deeds will be remembered forever.” 10 For God is the one who provides seed for the farmer and then bread to eat. In the same way, he will provide and increase your resources and then produce a great harvest of generosity in you. 11 Yes, you will be enriched in every way so that you can always be generous. And when we take your gifts to those who need them, they will thank God.

Pastor Danny kicks off our Simple Christmas series with a message on how to simplify your holiday routine in order to cut down on stress and focus more on what really matters.  This message dives into the purpose of Christmas and lays a great foundation for the weeks to come.

Proverbs 17:24 (GNT) – An intelligent person aims at wise action, but a fool starts off in many directions.

Luke 21:34 (NLT) – “Watch out! Don’t let your hearts be dulled by carousing and drunkenness, and by the worries of this life. Don’t let that day catch you unaware,”

Job 9:25 (NCV) – “My days go by faster than a runner; they fly away without my seeing any joy.”

Proverbs 21:5 (MSG) – Careful planning puts you ahead in the long run; hurry and scurry puts you further behind.

Proverbs 19:2b (GW) – A person in a hurry makes mistakes.

Psalm 39:6a (NLT) – We are merely moving shadows, and all our busy rushing ends in nothing.

Psalm 46:10a (NLT) – “Be still, and know that I am God!”

Ecclesiastes 4:6a (GNT) – It is better to have only a little, with peace of mind, than be busy all the time…

Luke 2:10-11 (NLT) – 10 but the angel reassured them. “Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people. 11 The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord—has been born today in Bethlehem, the city of David!”

Luke 2:14 (NLT) – “Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased.”

Luke 2:14b (NKJV) – “And on earth peace, goodwill toward men!”

Hebrews 12:14a (NKJV) – Pursue peace with all people,

Romans 12:18 (NKJV) – If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men.

In Part 3 of our Come Together Series, Pastor Danny talks about serving one another and how we can really transform our homes, workplaces, churches and cities if we take up Jesus’ posture as a servant.  If you want to be great in the kingdom, listen in!

1 John 4:7-12 (VOICE) – 7 My loved ones, let us devote ourselves to loving one another. Love comes straight from God, and everyone who loves is born of God and truly knows God. 8 Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love. 9 Because of this, the love of God is a reality among us: God sent His only Son into the world so that we could find true life through Him. 10 This is the embodiment of true love: not that we have loved God first, but that He loved us and sent His unique Son on a special mission to become an atoning sacrifice for our sins. 11 So, my loved ones, if God loved us so sacrificially, surely we should love one another. 12 No one has ever seen God with human eyes; but if we love one another, God truly lives in us. Consequently God’s love has accomplished its mission among us.

Mark 10:42-45 (NLT) – 42 So Jesus called them together and said, “You know that the rulers in this world lord it over their people, and officials flaunt their authority over those under them. 43 But among you it will be different. Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant, 44 and whoever wants to be first among you must be the slave of everyone else. 45 For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

Matthew 20:26b (NIV) – But whoever would be great among you must be your servant,

1 Peter 4:10 (NLT) – God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.

Philippians 2:3-4 (NLT) – 3 Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. 4 Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too.

Galatians 5:13 (ESV) – For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.

Hebrews 10:24 (NLT) – Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works.

1 Corinthians 9:19 (ESV) – For though I am free from all, I have made myself a servant to all, that I might win more of them.

Romans 12:1 (ESV) – I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.

Colossians 3:23-24 (NLT) – 23 Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. 24 Remember that the Lord will give you an inheritance as your reward, and that the Master you are serving is Christ.

2 Corinthians 4:5b (NLT) – We preach that Jesus Christ is Lord, and we ourselves are your servants for Jesus’ sake.

God designed us to enjoy relationships. While that seems like a great idea, it can be harder to accomplish than we like. In this message, Pastor Jamie talks about 5 keys that will help you to enjoy the relationships in your life more.

1 John 4:7-12 (VOICE) – 7 My loved ones, let us devote ourselves to loving one another. Love comes straight from God, and everyone who loves is born of God and truly knows God. 8 Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love. 9 Because of this, the love of God is a reality among us: God sent His only Son into the world so that we could find true life through Him. 10 This is the embodiment of true love: not that we have loved God first, but that He loved us and sent His unique Son on a special mission to become an atoning sacrifice for our sins. 11 So, my loved ones, if God loved us so sacrificially, surely we should love one another. 12 No one has ever seen God with human eyes; but if we love one another, God truly lives in us. Consequently God’s love has accomplished its mission among us.

Zephaniah 3:17 (AMP) – The Lord your God is in your midst, A Warrior who saves. He will rejoice over you with joy; He will be quiet in His love [making no mention of your past sins], He will rejoice over you with shouts of joy.

Hebrews 12:2a (NASB) – …fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross,…

1 John 4:11-12a (VOICE) – 11 So, my loved ones, if God loved us so sacrificially, surely we should love one another. 12 No one has ever seen God with human eyes; but if we love one another, God truly lives in us.

Romans 8:28 (NASB) – And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.

John 14:26 (NASB) – “But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said to you.”

Galatians 6:7 (NASB) – Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, this he will also reap.

Proverbs 14:1 (NASB) – The wise woman builds her house, But the foolish tears it down with her own hands.

Matthew 18:21-22 (NASB) – 21 Then Peter came and said to Him, “Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me and I forgive him? Up to seven times? 22 Jesus said to him, “I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven.

Proverbs 29:23 (NASB) – A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor.

2 Corinthians 12:9 (NASB) – And He has said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness.” Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me.

In the first message of our Come Together Series, Pastor Danny challenges us to bring back a culture of honor to our homes, our churches, our workplaces and our cities.  This message will help you understand how to honor those God has brought into your life in order to receive increased life and blessing.  Thanks for listening!

1 John 4:7-12 (VOICE) – 7 My loved ones, let us devote ourselves to loving one another. Love comes straight from God, and everyone who loves is born of God and truly knows God. 8 Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love. 9 Because of this, the love of God is a reality among us: God sent His only Son into the world so that we could find true life through Him. 10 This is the embodiment of true love: not that we have loved God first, but that He loved us and sent His unique Son on a special mission to become an atoning sacrifice for our sins. 11 So, my loved ones, if God loved us so sacrificially, surely we should love one another. 12 No one has ever seen God with human eyes; but if we love one another, God truly lives in us. Consequently God’s love has accomplished its mission among us.

Exodus 20:12 (NLT) – “Honor your father and mother. Then you will live a long, full life in the land the Lord your God is giving you.

1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 (NLT) – 12 Dear brothers and sisters, honor those who are your leaders in the Lord’s work. They work hard among you and give you spiritual guidance. 13 Show them great respect and wholehearted love because of their work. And live peacefully with each other.

1 Samuel 2:8a (NLT) – He lifts the poor from the dust and the needy from the garbage dump. He sets them among princes, placing them in seats of honor…

1 Peter 2:17a (NKJV) – Honor all people…

Matthew 5:46a (NLT) – If you love only those who love you, what reward is there for that?

Philippians 2:2 (NLT) – Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind and purpose.

Romans 12:10 (ESV) – Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.