Articles

Redeemed Failures, Day 1: Peter — When Zeal Isn’t Enough

Peter’s bold self-confidence gave way to heartbreaking failure, and yet Jesus met him not just with forgiveness, but with restoration and a renewed call to ministry.

Articles

31 Days of Redeemed Failures: August Devotional Series

This 31-day devotional explores how some of Scripture’s most flawed characters found redemption not by perfection, but by turning back to a God who never gave up on them.

Preaching

Living Now for What's Coming Then (Philippians 3:10-21)

Philippians 3:10–21 calls us to press on toward Christ with hope, endurance, and eternal perspective, all anchored in the promise of resurrection glory. This sermon explores the pattern of suffering and joy, citizenship in heaven, and the power that keeps us running until He returns.

Articles

Can a Christian Be Demon-Possessed? No.

This article explores what the Bible teaches about spiritual warfare, the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, and the believer’s security in Christ.

Articles

When Blessing Doesn't Feel Like It

Many blessings don’t look like success or ease. Thankfully, God often meets us in hidden, difficult places. Let's explore some biblical examples offering fresh hope for those walking hard roads.

The Heidelberg Catechism

Heidelberg Catechism: Lord's Day 30

Explore Heidelberg Catechism Lord’s Day 30 and how it distinguishes the Lord’s Supper from the Roman Catholic Mass, clarifying the sufficiency of Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice.

Articles

How Do I Know God's Will for Me?

How can you know God’s will for your life? This guide explores biblical wisdom, the role of Scripture, and what to do when the path ahead feels unclear.

Articles

In Essentials, Unity: Why the EFCA Embraces Unity in Essentials and Liberty in Non-Essentials

Our denomination's guiding motto reflects biblical conviction, gospel-centered priorities, and a wise approach to doctrinal unity without compromise.

Teaching

Trustees: Faithful Stewards

Discover the vital role of church trustees—faithful stewards who oversee finances, facilities, and policies to support gospel ministry with wisdom and integrity. Learn how this behind-the-scenes leadership strengthens the whole body.

Articles

The Quiet Power of Preaching

A case for expository, law-gospel preaching, and how it forms churches through Christ-centered, Scripture-rooted, Spirit-dependent teaching.

Preaching

The One Thing Worth Everything (Philippians 3:4-9)

Philippians 3:4–9 reveals Paul’s total rejection of self-righteousness in light of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ. This passage calls us to lay down our spiritual résumés and trust in the righteousness that comes by faith.

The Heidelberg Catechism

Heidelberg Catechism: Lord’s Day 29

How should we understand Christ's words, “This is My body, which is for you. Do this in remembrance of Me.” (1 Corinthians 11:24)?

Articles

How to Pray for Your Leaders (Even the Ones You Don’t Like)

This biblical guide explores five powerful ways to pray for those in authority: for their regeneration, repentance, renewal, restraint, and even replacement. Rooted in Scripture and church history, it offers a Christ-centered, nonpartisan approach for believers in a polarized world.

Teaching

Deacons and Deaconesses: Lead Servants within the Church

A Quiet Office with a Remarkable Impact

Ministry

Our Welcome Team: New Rhythm, Same Mission

Join a Sunday rotation (First, Second, Third, or Fourth Sunday of the month) or step in as available—including special Fifth Sunday opportunities.

Articles

When Ministry Discourages You: Pressing On When You'd Rather Give In

Feeling discouraged in ministry? You're not alone - far from it. This gospel-centered article offers biblical comfort, real-life examples, and practical rhythms of grace for pastors, volunteers, and anyone serving in hard seasons.

Ministry

First Evangelical Free Church: From Sweden to the Mon Valley

Rooted in the gospel. United in Christ. Free to follow His Word.

Teaching

Heidelberg Catechism: Lord’s Day 28

There’s a sacred simplicity to bread and wine. But in the hands of Jesus, they do something astonishing: they become a sign and seal of the gospel.

Teaching

Heidelberg Catechism: Lord’s Day 27

The goal is never to elevate baptism above the gospel, but to show how baptism points us to the gospel.

Preaching

Working Out What God Works In (Philippians 2:12-18)

When life feels heavy and the world grows dark, even small faithfulness can shine. In Philippians 2:12–18, Paul offers a gospel-shaped vision for perseverance—not through striving, but through grace at work within us.

Teaching

Heidelberg Catechism: Lord’s Day 26

We’ve seen how God gives faith through His Word and confirms it through the sacraments. But what does that actually look like?

Teaching

Heidelberg Catechism: Lord’s Day 25

Faith saves. But where does that faith come from? And once it begins, how does it grow?

Teaching

Heidelberg Catechism: Lord’s Day 24

We’ve just heard the beautiful news that we are made right with God by faith alone in Christ alone. Not by merit. Not by effort. Not by our own righteousness, but entirely by the grace of God.

Teaching

Heidelberg Catechism: Lord’s Day 23

After walking through the Creed, the Catechism pauses to ask a deeply personal question: So what? What good does it do to believe all this? And its answer is clear: everything.

Preaching

“When You Feel Stuck” (Philippians 1:12-20)

The Apostle Paul invites us to discover how God can use our setbacks to advance His purposes and deepen our joy in Christ, even when life feels stuck.