We seek transformation in Christ. We hope, plan, and pray for the transformation of as many lives as possible by the love of Jesus Christ through the people of First Church. "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." (Romans 12:2)
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When we experience the love of the Risen Christ who gave His life for us in a real and intentional way, the idol of the self loses its grip on our lives and Jesus becomes our first priority. Genesis 3:4-5 (NIV) and Galatians 2:11-13, 19-21 (MSG) Rev. Dr. Matt Lake August 16, 2026
If we are not careful, we will be formed by the idol of technology that is ever more present in our lives as a first priority, rather than formation in the embodied practices of Christ. Exodus 32:1-8 and Colossians 3:1-4 (NIV) Rev. Dr. Matt Lake August 9, 2026
Overcoming the idol of comfort in our lives is not a matter of trying harder or being driven by shame, but rather by knowing and embracing the surpassing love of Jesus in our lives. Luke 9:23-24 and Philippians 3:7-14 Reverend Dr. Matt Lake August 2, 2026
The idol of control trusts the self rather than God. We can turn away from the idol of control by embracing godly agency. Exodus 20:1-6 Rev. Janet Durrwachter July 26, 2026
Sharing in the deeper version of the Jesus story means we grow in depth from accepting Jesus as our personal Lord and Savior to joining Jesus as Lord and Savior. 1 Corinthians 15:12-28 Rev. Dr. Matt Lake July 19, 2026
When the scandalous grace of Jesus impacts us in our soul, it gets exemplified outwardly in our generosity in all ways towards others and with God. Luke 19:1-10 Reverend Dr. Matt Lake July 12, 2026
Daniel models for us what it means to faithfully live in this world without being a part of this world. Daniel 6:10-12, 16-22 Rev. Dr. Matthew Lake July 5, 2026
When we refuse to let the world define who we are and trust who God is forming us to be, we will find the courage to step in front of giants, and follow God wherever he is calling us. 1 Samuel 17:38-40 Mitch Marcello June 28, 2026 (VBS Sunday)
When we live into the strength of the Lord rather than our own strength, we live up to our full potential as Jesus followers. Judges 16:4-22 Rev. Dr. Matt Lake June 21, 2026 (Father's Day)
God loves all people and calls us to love all people, even our enemies. Jonah 1:1-17 Rev. Dr. Matthew Lake June 14, 2026
