As a child, a family vacation did not go as planned and I was traumatized by the let down. With the excitement and anticipation of a trip to Sea World, we turned around from the gate and headed back to the hotel once dad realized how expensive it was. Needless to say, I didn’t let […]

December 27, 2020Pastor Ricky Smith Sermon Notes Matthew 2:1-12Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and […]

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year While that is the title for a song, it is also the sentiment of many at Christmas. Perhaps that is due to the parties and presents, but it also is because we make much of Jesus at Christmas time. Certainly, we should make much of him all […]

A few weeks ago I felt a rapid onset of discomfort, chills, and illness. Long story short, this began a 16 day battle with COVID-19. As it swept through my house, we navigated the uncertainty and fear that has been fed through this pandemic. I will confess, it was an experience I don’t ever want […]

November 22, 2020Pastor Ricky Smith Sermon Notes I. Share Christ’s Suffering 1 Peter 4:12-1312 Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 13 But rejoice insofar as you share Christ’s sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be […]

I am a creature of habit. Most every morning is the same. Wake up. Work out. Bible study. Go to work. Drink coffee. In fact, if I showed you my daily calendar you would probably laugh at how routine it is every week. Trust me this is how I have to live in order to […]