Converse With God

Nov 6, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander 1 John 3:1-3 In this message for All Saints Sunday, we see how the Lord designed us to be His “holy ones,” reflecting His image and His glory. Although the disobedience of our sin causes us to fall short, the obedience of Christ makes us God’s own children who bear His likeness. Living in the “now but not yet” tension of waiting for our future life in heaven while still living in a sinful world, we are completely reliant upon Jesus. When He makes us pure, we learn to “see God” wherever His forgiveness is offered. And that, dear friends, is what makes us all His saints! Visit us at moconnect.org!

Oct 30, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander Romans 3:19-28 It was 499 years ago when Martin Luther, a pastor and professor of theology, posted his 95 Theses against abuses in the church of his day. People were being misled to believe they could somehow contribute, even purchase, their salvation. Luther’s actions ignited the Reformation, which we celebrate today. Today’s message emphasizes why the Reformation still matters: because it reminds us who we are and, most importantly, who God is. Visit us at moconnect.org!

Oct 23, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander 2 Timothy 4:6-8;16-18 Today’s message focuses on some of the final, final words of Paul. His time is short. His departure is near. And yet death is not the end; it's the beginning of a journey into the eternal life God has promised to all who trust in Christ. As you watch or listen to the final installment of this seven-part series, you will be assured that the Lord, who will one day award you His crown of victory, right now is standing by your side and giving you all you need for the journey before you. Visit us at moconnect.org!

Oct. 16, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander 2 Timothy 3:14-17 You are a missionary. Yes, you! You are a missionary. If God’s Word has touched your heart and brought you to faith in Christ Jesus, you are now commissioned to bring God’s Word to others, so that they too may believe! The key to effective mission work is building relationships of trust with other people. As Pastor Jeff points out in today’s message from 2 Timothy 3:14-17, “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.” May we care enough about others to share God’s Word with our family and friends, that Jesus may breathe new life into them as His new creations! Visit us at moconnect.org

Oct 9, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander 2 Timothy 2:1-13 Many people in our country have been ravaged by storms this past week. When the storm hits, only what's essential matters. Today's message helps us to consider the essentials for getting through the storms of our lives. “Remember Jesus Christ,” says Paul. Jesus alone is essential. And His faithfulness is the “fuel” we all need for life and for ministry in His name. Visit us at moconnect.org!

Oct 2, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander 2 Timothy 1:1-14 Paul is about to die. Imprisoned in Rome as an enemy of the state, the Apostle knows that his time on earth is short. He longs to see Timothy again and arranges for him to join him in Rome. Yet Paul does not despair. His focus is on the “promise of life in Christ Jesus”. He will use many of his “last words,” recorded for us in 2 Timothy, to encourage Timothy and speak grace into his life. Today’s message invites us to do the same: to be the means through which God’s Word overflows from us and pours into others. Visit us at moconnect.org!

Sept 18, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander 1 Timothy 6:9-19 The mentor gives his understudy a formula for experiencing the life that is truly life: Godliness + Contentment = Great Gain. While the world runs after wealth and wanders away from the faith, God’s Word calls us to pursue the things that are of God, keeping in step with the Holy Spirit. Today’s message helps us to see how wealth can be a blessing in our lives as we receive whatever the Lord gives with thanksgiving. Visit us at moconnect.org

September 11, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander 1 Timothy 1:12-17 As Paul begins his words to Timothy, he shares his own testimony of Jesus saving him and appointing him to ministry. Paul's life becomes an example to others, saying to them, “If Jesus can save me, I know He can save you, too!” We may be the “worst of sinners,” but we have the best of Saviors, and He will speak into your life today through Paul’s opening words to Timothy. Visit us at moconnect.org

September 4, 2016 By Pastor Jeff Alexander Philemon 1-25 Today’s message looks at an entire book of the Bible: Paul’s Letter to Philemon. In this 25-verse letter, we learn of a runaway slave named Onesimus, who came to faith in Christ after meeting Paul in Rome. Paul stands in the gap for the runaway, appealing to his master, Philemon, for his safe return. As you will see in this message, Christ has done the same for runaways like us! Let's see how the Lord Himself can use our lives to testify to His saving grace! Visit us at moconnect.org

August 28, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander Luke 14:1-14 When invitations come in the mail, you’re asked to “R.S.V.P.” It’s French for, “Please respond!” Only a “Yes” or a “No” will do. In today’s message from Luke 14:1-14, we take a brief look at RSVP’s. How does Jesus respond when He’s invited to a feast? He mercifully heals and saves. How are we to respond to Jesus’ invitation to us? We humble ourselves so that He may lift us up. How are do we extend the invitation to others? We invite others to come to Jesus because it’s through other people that we see and serve Christ Himself. Be sure to RSVP today: Respond to the Savior’s Very Presence! Visit us at moconnect.org

August 21, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander Luke 13:23-30 Jesus, on His way toward His goal, spends time teaching about the Kingdom of God. People, listening to what He says, begin asking questions about being saved, about entering this Kingdom. Jesus’ response is not what you'd expect. He speaks of the “narrow door” through which we must enter. Many choose to only know of Jesus from a distance without truly knowing Him. Those who enter through the “narrow door” of repentance and faith are the ones who truly know Jesus and are welcomed into His unending Kingdom. Visit us at moconnect.org

August 14, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander Hebrews 12:1-3 The Olympic Games make us think about competitive races, imagining what it would feel like to stand on the platform during the playing of the National Anthem and receive the gold medal. The Bible uses the language of a “race” to describe the life of faith--training for the race, running it (we could also say swimming it) and then celebrating at the finish line. Today’s message from Hebrews 12:1-3 helps us to understand our roles in the race and to realize that a great crowd of witnesses is cheering us on to victory in Jesus. Visit our website at moconnect.org

August 7, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander Romans 5:1-5 Hebrews chapter 11 is the great “Hall of Faith”. This chapter cites many examples of people living by faith in the Lord and encourages us to imitate their pattern of life. Today’s message helps us to better understand God’s gift of faith and how living “by faith” prepares us for living “by sight” in the eternal life God has in store for those who trust in Jesus. moconnect.org

July 31, 2017 by Pastor Jeff Alexander Colossians 3:1-4 Who? What? When? Where? Why? How? Those six questions are key to telling a story. Yet the most important questions come from the first question: Who am I? To whom do I belong? Identity is where your story begins. With our identity in Christ, we learn to see that our future glory is with Him. And when we focus our hearts and minds on Christ in the here and now, our future changes our present lives as well. Join us today as we dig into Colossians 3:1-4. moconnect.org

July 24, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander Luke 11:9-10, Hebrews 4:14-16, 1 John 5:14-15 When many people pray, it's pretty much a cry of desperation. However, when Jesus teaches His disciples to pray, He invites them into a conversation. Today we look at what the Bible says about the gift of prayer, communicating not with a far away force or a distant deity, but talking with our loving Father in heaven. (Luke 11:9-10, Hebrews 4:14-16, 1 John 5:14-15) moconnect.org

July 17, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander Luke 10:38-42 When we sit at Jesus’ feet and listen to His Word, as Mary did in Luke 10:38-42, we learn what true REST is. It's not the absence of stress or work, but the entrusting of your life to Christ and receiving what is His to give. Join Pastor Jeff for this week’s message as he guides us through the Word and shares personal experiences of learning to truly REST at Jesus’ feet. moconnect.org

July 10, 2016 by Pastor Art Wehrmeister Luke 10:25-26 Join guest Preacher Art Wehrmeister as we examine 'three good questions.' What must I do to inherit eternal life? And who is my neighbor? Which of these three do you think was a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of robbers? ​ "Which of these three do you think was a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of the robbers?" The expert in the law replied, "The one who had mercy on him." Jesus told him, "Go and do likewise." Luke 10:36-27 moconnect.org

July 3, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander 1 Timothy 2:1-7 As we celebrate the 240th birthday of our nation, we're reminded that freedom isn't free. That's especially the case when it comes to the blood-bought freedom we have in Christ. Today’s message shows us eight different ways we can pray for our country, asking the Father to use us as His spokespeople to share the Word which can set people free.

June 26, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander Galatians 5:22-25 Galatians 5:22-25 can rightly be called “The Produce Section” of the Bible. In these verses, the Apostle Paul teaches us how the Holy Spirit produces a singular, nine-fold “fruit” in the life of a follower of Jesus. When we keep in step with the Spirit through the Word and prayer, God will work in us what pleases Him and what best serves our neighbor. moconnect.org

June 19, 2016 by Pastor Jeff Alexander Galatians 3:23-4:7 Amazing things happen when people get to know their Father and their Father’s forgiveness! Today's message examines what it means to be called “the children of God” as those who've been “adopted to sonship” through faith in Christ. Your life will change when you know and believe that you belong to God! moconnect.org