Matthew Messner's Blog
March 3, 2025
We Worship Jesus
This is Home: We worship Jesus Pastor Matt Messner March 2, 2025 Introduction If there is one area of ministry that I feel the least comfortable leading, it is what most people would call worship. I can make a “joyful noise” but I don’t think anyone wants me to do so into a microphone. And [...]
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February 21, 2025
How to Be Better Together
We know that we are better together, yet being in relationships also brings conflict. Because of sin, we hurt each other. Jesus calls us to be proactive peacemakers. Scripture tells us, “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with all people.” (Romans 12:18). We are to love our [...]
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February 3, 2025
A Renewed Mind
"Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ..." Philippians 2:5 Thus begins the powerful passage describing Jesus as the suffering servant. It is one of the most insightful descriptions of the incarnation as Jesus "emptied himself" and became obedient to the Father, even unto death on the cross. To have a [...]
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January 27, 2025
Be Strong and Courageous!
This past Sunday Heidi and I shared our vision for 2025. We are excited, hopeful, and prayerful as we look ahead. Our mission is to Make Jesus Known! We also wrapped up 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting, and 24 Hours of continuous prayer and worship. The culminating hour of worship was powerful. It is [...]
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January 20, 2025
I am a work in progress
Yesterday I gave a sermon titled, "Work in Progress". The manuscript and video are found here. The manuscript includes discussion questions. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1q.... This theme is one the Lord has been putting on my heart lately. I am slowly reading through Dallas Willard's "Renovation of the Heart" and it really brings to focus the importance and [...]
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October 15, 2024
Plank Eye
Plank Eye An important sermon for today!
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July 29, 2024
True Self
There is One who is pleased with you, not because of what you have done, but because of what Jesus has done. He found you at your worst, and brought you home. Truly, you are not what you think about yourself. You are not what you do. You are not your accomplishments. You are not [...]
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June 12, 2024
Hot Topic: Women in Ministry
Christians continue to debate the ministry roles of women in the Church. This continues to show up in the news in articles such as this one in today's USA Today: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/n... Galatians 3:28 says "There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in [...]
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April 3, 2024
Understanding Revelation: A Guide for Overcomers
By Matt Messner Revelation is a difficult yet fascinating part of our Bible. It’s a book full of mystery, angels, beasts, bottomless pits, and judgments. Many modern readers (and pastors) pass it over because it is challenging to confidently interpret and understand this book. Here are some keys to help you understand this book: 1. [...]
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November 18, 2023
Choosing Sides
The focus of our thoughts shapes our emotions. Where is the focus of your thoughts today? I can be frustrated with people, or I can love people. I can judge others, or I can compassionately pray for others. I can be self-consumed, or I can be consumed by a love for others. I can choose [...]
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