Sermons by Rev. Tyler Dirks

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Senior Pastor

The Great Physician

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Sermon Text: Mark 2 Reflection Questions: What “really bothers” you? Why is it so problematic?  How does this “problem” threaten or assault your sense of control, or your “sacred” expectations? Who do you see as the really bad people in our culture? Do you think God would be friends with those people? …why or why […]

The Man of Weakness

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Sermon Text: Mark 1 Reflection Questions: How has God graciously imposed the model of weakness on your life?  Where (how) have you experienced the loving limitations of the Lord? What are some specific ways you attempt to dodge the reality of your weakness, and deceive yourself into thinking that you are strong? How has the […]

By This We Know

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Sermon Text: 1 John 3:11-4:21 Reflection Questions: If you are being honest, how are you currently seeking security and satisfaction?  How are you presently trying to cultivate confidence in your life? What, or who, do you picture when you hear the expression “really spiritual” or “full of the spirit”?  How is the Holy Spirit presently […]

Abiding in God

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Sermon Text: 1 John 2:7-3:10 Reflection Questions: Where do you root your identity?  Where do you find your sense of worth?  What long-term benefits come with your abiding place? What specific worldly cravings, lusts, and/or prides entice and allure you? Where and why is the person and work of Jesus Christ fuzzy, downplayed, and/or nebulous […]