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Ridiculous Joy #2 - In Priorities
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the 'Ridiculous Joy' series looking at Philippians 1:9-11 and shares how to prioritize God's joy above our own plans for ourselves.
What is Original Sin?
We have all felt it. A pull towards disobedience, a desire to live our lives "on our own terms." Though we may know God's plans for our lives, or at least the commands that He gives us, we find it impossible to follow through. Why can’t we escape these sinful impulses? To find the answer, we must start at the very beginning.
Ridiculous Joy #1 - In Community
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund kicks off the new series in the book of Philippians called Ridiculous Joy. Teaching out of Philippians 1:1-8, Kurt describes how to find joy through participating in the community of a local church.
Declare All the Wonders of God (Psalm 26 Devotional)
Words do have power. The Bible says that life and death are in the power of the tongue. We as believers are called not just to believe certain things or think certain things or notice certain things; we are called to speak - to declare.
Memorial Day 2021 - Why Should We Remember?
Orchard Hill Church Butler's Director of Women’s Ministry and Ministry Development, Kay Warheit, shares a message showing appreciation for those who have given their lives in service to our country and to their communities.
How Cultural and Political Crises can Point us to Jesus
Leaders at the top of their field are easy targets for criticism, just ask President Trump or Biden. That is not to say that the criticism is invalid or unwarranted, but it is all too easy to blame the leaders for all that ails the country.
Turning Houses Into Homes - Part 4
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the series Turning Houses Into Homes teaching parents how to bring up children without embitterment and exasperation.
Tips for Engaging Students with the Gospel
To some students, the Gospel could hold a multitude of perspectives in their minds. Here are some helpful tips if you find yourself engaging students with the gospel. Whether the student is your child, a friend, or yourself, may these words help you in one way or another.
Turning Houses Into Homes - Part 3
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the series Turning Houses Into Homes teaching parents how to bring up children without embitterment and exasperation.
What Does Sanctification Mean?
Each month we will look at a word or phrase related to Christian theology, define it, give background about the theology behind the word, and what it means for us today. This month’s word is Sanctification and how we as Christians become more like Christ through this process.
Turning Houses Into Homes - Part 2
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund and Director of Kids' Ministries Emily Roberts continue the teaching series Turning House Into Homes each speaking about principles for a Biblically centered family.
God Will Instruct the Sinner’s Way (Psalm 25 Devotional)
Cicero once said that thankfulness was the mother of all virtues. As important as thankfulness is though, I believe that it is actually humility that lies at the core of all virtues. Our realization that there is a God is the beginning of humility.
Turning Houses Into Homes - Part 1
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund opens the new series Turning House Into Homes speaking about principles for a deeply-rooted Biblically centered family.
Youth Anxiety, Depression, and Suicide from Isolation: A Christian Response
Man cannot thrive in lonely isolation. Made in the image of God, man was created for community. Social distancing in our day has led to widening socials gaps and one of those glaring gaps has been among the youth. As believers, how are we to respond?
Fear of Missing Out - Part 4
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund concludes the FOMO message series teaching from the New Testament book of Romans shedding light on believer's misrepresentation of the church and the gospel when we encounter others whose decisions may not exactly match our own.
Fear of Missing Out - Part 3
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the FOMO message series teaching from the New Testament book of Matthew discussing our tendencies to try to elevate our own well-being by chasing less-than-ideal rewards under our own power, instead of trusting that God's love is sufficient.
What Does Atonement Mean?
Each month we will look at a word or phrase related to Christian theology, define it, give background about the theology behind the word, and what it means for us today. This month’s word is Atonement and the idea of Justification before God.
Fear of Missing Out - Part 2
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the FOMO message series teaching from the New Testament book of Matthew discussing fears we experience when we decide to trust God instead of trusting ourselves.
Books for Every Christian’s Home Library
Asking someone who loves to read and owns a wall of books in her home library to compose a blog that contains the essential books for every Christian’s library is like requesting a favorite recipe from a chef. But here are a handful of specific titles that I think every Christian ought to have in their home library.
Fear of Missing Out - Part 1 (Easter 2021)
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund kicks off the message series FOMO - Fear of Missing Out - on Easter Sunday.