Every Sunday morning at 9:00 am

Every Sunday morning our Sunday School classes provide biblical instruction for all ages.  From infant to adult, the Bible comes alive through stories, activities and in-depth Bible study.

For the kids we have:

• Nursery,

• Combined Pre-K/1st Grade class,

• Combined 2nd-5th Grade class, and

• Combined Middle School/High School class.

There are also two adult Sunday School classes offered.

All Sunday School classes begin at 9:00 am and we'd love for you to join us on Sunday mornings.

Use Your Talents

Read Matthew 25:14-26 (Parable of the Talents)

Jesus told a parable about a very rich man. He went on a long journey and divided his property among three servants for safekeeping. Jesus said he gave one five talents, one three talents, and another a single talent. Have you ever wondered just how much a talent was worth?

To earn a single talent a man would have to work 6,000 days, or about 18 years. Wow! Anyone who had just one talent was considered rich. The riches these servants were entrusted to hold were beyond imagination. People in Bible times would understand this and you should too.

Today when we use the word talent, it does not mean money or property. The modern definition of talent is ability or strength. When you read this parable, do not think of your money, think of your abilities. God gives us all abilities. These abilities are similar to Biblical talents. They are gifts we all receive from God without working for them. Each person gets different abilities and gets them in different amounts. Everyone gets at least one. Finally, each person can choose how to use them.

Have you ever thought about your abilities (talents)? What do you do well? What do you enjoy doing? What do you do easily? God has given His children so many different abilities (talents). Singing, talking with others, strength, speed, kindness, helpfulness, and wisdom are just some of the gifts God gives us. Like a Biblical talent, your gift is worth much more than you realize.

 What are you doing with your gifts? Your gifts may lead to your job. Your gifts might determine your friends or hobbies. Do you share your gifts with others in your family, school, or community? But most importantly, are you using your gifts to please God? God wants you to use them wisely, not just hide them in the ground. Think of ways to use your gifts to bring others into God’s family. Think of work you can do for Him. God has given you gifts of great value. Are you ready to put your talents to work?

Think about this verse – I Peter 4:10

"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms." (NIV)

Close in prayer

Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for the talents You have given me. Help me explore these talents as I grow. Show me ways to use them that will help Your kingdom grow. Amen.

The Winds Obey

Read Luke 8:22-25

Next time there is a storm, you may jump when you hear the thunder crash and see lightning flash across the sky but never panic. The sounds of a coming storm always surprise you. They are unexpected and you do not control them. But do not be confused, being surprised is not the same as being scared.

Matthew, Mark, and Luke write about a time when Jesus and His disciples were in a boat on a lake. Suddenly a violent storm came upon their little boat. The wind howled and the waves crashed over the sides of the boat. A small boat on a large lake is not the place to be during a storm. The disciples became worried and feared they would drown. They were scared! Do you remember what Jesus was doing? He was in the boat, sleeping next to them though all this noise and commotion.

The disciples wondered how He could sleep as the boat tossed in the waves. They wondered if Jesus felt or heard the storm. They wondered if He cared about them or was going to let them drown in the waves.

Jesus got up and scolded the wind and raging waters. He stopped the storm and the lake became calm again. Then He turned to His disciples and scolded them too. He told them to have more faith in His love. They had forgotten His promise to be with them always. They should not fear the storm because He was with them and God was in control.

Next time a storm surprises you (remember you are not scared, just surprised), think about Jesus, His disciples, and the storm. Do remember some safety rules to follow when you see lightning and hear thunder. It is always wise to move away from the water if you are near a lake or pool. Do not run under a tall tree. Seek shelter inside a sturdy building. But always remember God loves you and He controls the storm! God knows what you need to be safe, and He will watch over you until the storm passes.

Think about this verse – Psalm 5:11

"But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you." (NIV)

Close in prayer

Dear Heavenly Father, many times I feel afraid of things I cannot control, like storms and animals and dark places. I know You are with me when scary things are around me. Thank you for watching over me and keeping me safe. Amen.

Trust and Obey

Read Genesis 22:2-13

Were you horrified when you read that Abraham was willing to kill his own son? Every parent has wondered if they would be willing to obey God if He asked them to do such a thing. And have you ever wondered what Isaac was thinking as his father tied him up and laid him on the pile of wood? When he saw that his father was serious, he must have been brokenhearted and scared. Yet Abraham obeyed God and trusted His plan.

Abraham did not hesitate to obey God. He gathered supplies and set out the very next morning. As they were walking through the hill country on the way to Moriah, Abraham had time to reconsider his decision. The journey took three days. It was a hard and lonely trip. There was plenty of time to think about what God had asked him to do. He loved God. He loved Isaac. He had to make a choice.

Abraham chose to trust God. He knew that God had a perfect plan for all things. Abraham never asked God to explain His reasons. He did not ask why. Abraham just trusted that God had a purpose for this test. Abraham believed God and trusted in His plan. He did not need to know the details.

As Abraham trusted and obeyed, it pleased God. God showed Abraham a ram in the bushes to use as the sacrifice. Isaac was freed. The ram was killed and sacrificed in the place of the boy.

Has God ever asked you trust Him? Have you ever had to obey God even though it was unpopular? Have you ever questioned God about something terrible that has happened? Have you ever asked God “Why?” Such are the times you need to trust. God had a perfect plan for Abraham and Isaac. God has a perfect plan for you. You might not understand the path, but He knows where you are going. When you trust and obey, God will show you the way!

Think about these verses – Proverbs 3:5-6

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight." (NIV)

Close in prayer

Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for the plan You have for me and my life. Help me trust You. Help me obey when You ask me to do difficult things. Amen.

The Centurion

Read Matthew 8:5-10

There are many centurions mentioned in the Bible. Here are some facts about centurions. In the Bible times, a centurion was an officer in the Roman army. He was a professional soldier who was responsible for the training and discipline of 80 to 100 soldiers called legionnaires. To become a centurion a soldier had to be at least 30 years old with military training. He must be able to read and write. In addition, he had to be strong, decisive, and courageous so he could lead those under his command. Centurions would earn higher wages and could never be punished by death. A centurion had a comfortable life with some luxuries at home.

Centurions and Jews did not get along. So, when a centurion went to Jesus in Capernaum it probably surprised His followers. The centurion asked Jesus to heal his servant. Yet when Jesus offered to go, the centurion stopped Him. He told Jesus that he knew Jesus would only need to “say the word” and the servant would be healed. This is the way things happened in the army. When the commander “said the word” others obeyed, and things happened.

This centurion’s faith showed that he believed Jesus was the Supreme Commander. He knew that Jesus had the power to do whatever He said. He had faith in Jesus and His power. The faith of this centurion amazed Jesus.

As you read the Bible, watch for the ways God shows His power. God wants you to believe in His power. He wants you to believe in Jesus as your Savior. He wants you to believe that the Holy Spirit has the power to guide you. He wants you to have strong faith. Are you a modern-day centurion?

Think about this verse – Matthew 22:29

"Jesus replied, 'You are in error because you do not know the Scriptures or the power of God.'” (NIV)

Close in prayer

Dear Heavenly Father, I know You are powerful. Thank you for using Your power to protect and guide me. Amen.

Tied Tight

Read Hebrews 2:1

Many years ago, I went fishing with my brother. He caught a WHOPPER! It probably was the biggest fish I had ever seen him catch. We were so excited and hurried back to the dock to show off this giant. We jumped out of the boat and ran toward home. Only one problem! In our excitement we forgot to tie up the boat and it drifted away from the dock! The fish was quickly forgotten as we watched the boat float further and further from shore.

Paul warned in his letter to the Hebrews that we must pay attention to what we do with our lives. You must be careful not to drift away from God. How can this happen?

Your life is busy! School lessons and homework. Sports. Church activities. Music lessons. Scouts. Friends. Can you think of other things that make your life so busy and fill your time?

You must be careful that you do not get so busy that you forget about saving time to spend with God. You need to pray and talk to Him about things that are on your mind. You need to read the Bible and think about what God is telling you. Even a few minutes every day will keep you tied strongly to God.

Find a time when you can be with God. Some people like a quiet time in the morning. You might like to rest with God before going to bed. Take a break from the hot afternoon and sit on a shady porch and talk to God. It does not matter when or where you find quiet time to be with God, it just matters that you do. This will help you stay tied tightly to Him.

Think about this verse – Hebrews 2:1

"We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away." (NIIV)

Close in prayer

Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for listening when I talk to You. Guide me in everything I do and help me stay close to You. Amen.