Join John Spaulding as he explains our role in helping those around us grow spiritually.By HOP Blairsville

In a world that tells us that we set our own course and no one can tell us what to do, the power and authority of Jesus Christ must be properly acknowledged. In Mark 1, we see Jesus' power and authority on display. He heals the sick, casts out demons, and raises the dead. These actions demonstrate that Jesus is the Son of God, who has come to redee…

The Gospel of Mark begins with the baptism of Jesus. Today we will discuss baptism and the main reasons for believer's baptism by immersion.Main Scripture Passage: Mark 1:1-11By HOP Blairsville

Consider your posture when you go before the Lord. Are you prideful or humble in your walk with Him? Are you willing to adjust your life, embrace weakness, and have grace revealed to you?Main Scripture Passage: 1 Peter 5:5-7By HOP Blairsville

The importance of Mothers cannot be overstated. In this message, we see that a godly mother is biblically ethical, an example, and an encouragement. Be sure to love the mothers in your life and be an encouragement to them today.By HOP Blairsville

Follow Jesus outside the camp. Leave behind the pleasures, possessions and plans that are a distraction, in order to fully follow Jesus.Main Scripture passage: Hebrews 13:11-25By HOP Blairsville

Practical ways of exemplifying a changed life in ChristBy HOP Blairsville

We are reminded one last time of the superiority of Christ in Hebrews 12. The comparison is between Mount Sinai where the Law was given and Mount Zion where Jerusalem was built. Do we come to God through our own goodness and ability to live up to His standard or through Jesus?Main Scripture passage: Hebrews 12:18-29…

Understanding the discipline of God is of utmost important. It's often misunderstood. God disciples not for punishment but for training and correction, to make us more like his Son.Main Scripture passage: Hebrews 12:3-17By HOP Blairsville

Sometimes we need to stop, evaluate, and make adjustments in life. That's the call in the opening verses of Hebrews chapter 12. The quick conclusion is that we need to fix our eyes on Jesus. Our faith doesn't just begin and end with him, he sets the example for us in life.Main Scripture passage: Hebrews 12:1-4…

Easter changes everything! Christ's death and resurrection is a game changer for those who believe. Let's look together at what Christ has done for us.Main Scripture passage: Matthew 28:1-10, 2 Peter 1:3-9By HOP Blairsville

Who is Jesus to you? It's a question that we need to consider. There are many ways this question can be answered. The Bible reveals that he is the awaited Messiah who came to offer redemption to a world that desperately needed and still needs a Savior.By HOP Blairsville

The call to have faith in the Scriptures is specific. We are to have faith in God. Faith that He is who He says He is and that He does what He says He will do. It applies to all areas of life. This is the final of three messages on faith from Hebrews 11.Main Scripture Passage: Hebrews 11:23-40By HOP Blairsville

We are called to live by faith. The patriarchs are commended for their faith, even if not all of their lives are commendable. We have lots to learn from them!By HOP Blairsville

We live by faith every day in all aspects of life. The call for a follower of Christ is to live by faith in God. Hebrews 11 encourages us to live by faith and gives examples of those who have gone before, living by faith.Main Scripture passage: Hebrews 11:1-16By HOP Blairsville

This passage has a very strong warning against knowing the truth and rejecting it. The call is to persevere in difficulty and walk in faith.Main Scripture Passage: Hebrews 10:26-39By HOP Blairsville

The Christian life is a life of dependence. We need both God and other believers in our lives to thrive as followers of Christ as we seek to make a difference in our world. Jesus has opened the way for us to approach God. We need to come to God in faith and encourage each other to do the same.Main Scripture passage: Hebrews 10:19-25…

The 3 Hows of Remembering GodBy HOP Blairsville

For many, the 10 Commandments are a list of rules to be followed. Join Pastor Jeff as he discovers the purpose of the Commandments and how we learn to love God and love others through them.Main Scripture passage: Exodus 19-20By HOP Blairsville

The Passover is an important event in the history of the nation of Israel. It is also a significant picture of what Christ, our Passover lamb, did for us.Main Scripture passage: Exodus 11-12By HOP Blairsville

Most of us are familiar with the 10 plagues administered by God before Pharaoh let the people of Israel go. Join Pastor Jeff as he looks at the why behind the plagues as we discover that God wants us to learn the same truths today.By HOP Blairsville

Genesis records the very first sin of mankind. The repercussions of this first sin still echo in our world today. How can we avoid the temptation that Adam and Eve succumbed to?What can we learn from their mistakes? Join Pastor Jeff as he begins a study on Genesis 3.Main Scripture passage: Genesis 3By HOP Blairsville

Not only did God create the world, but he had a design for how the world would operate. The family unit is a major part of God's plan for the world, and the family unit is incomplete without Dads! Join Pastor Jeff as he honors Fathers!Main Scripture passage: Genesis 1:24-31By HOP Blairsville

The Christian life is a matter of faith and our understanding comes down to faith. Do we believe what God says or do we believe what man says? Join Pastor Jeff as he looks at what God tells us about the creation of the world.Main Scripture passage: Genesis 1By HOP Blairsville

Pastor Jeff begins his study entitled Origins! The opening chapters of God's Word introduce us to so many ideas and themes that are continued throughout Scripture. We will look at the Origins of God, Creation, Man, Sin and Redemption.By HOP Blairsville

Join Pastor Jeff as he takes a one-week stop in the book of Romans. He will be doing an overview of the first three chapters of Romans to see that every human is a sinner, and God offers salvation to all who believe.By HOP Blairsville

Mothering is a tough job! Certainly not for the weak of heart. Hannah was a mother with many struggles who turned to the Lord in her time of need. Join Pastor Jeff as he teaches about her example.By HOP Blairsville

Have you ever wondered what God has for your life? If He may have something new for you to do? In this message, Pastor Jeff looks at a foundational truth to hold onto as you look to the future.By HOP Blairsville

We all need hope. Hope for the situations we are facing today and hope for what will come in the future. Join Pastor Jeff as he uncovers the hope we have in Jesus because of the resurrection.Main Scripture passage: Matthew 28:1-10By HOP Blairsville

Justice is important to all of us, however, we don't always agree on what is just. In this message, Pastor Jeff looks at how God's justice was satisfied on the cross, because of His love for us.Main Scripture passage: Matthew 27:46By HOP Blairsville

Why was Jesus on trial? What lead to Jesus being crucified? Who was responsible for this event? Get ready to look at a lot of Scripture as we seek to answer these questions together.By HOP Blairsville

2022 Follow Me Conference - Friday Evening: Fred Freeman by HOP BlairsvilleBy HOP Blairsville

This message begins an Easter series entitled, "Jesus the Christ." We will discover together who Jesus is, why He was placed on trial, how he died, rose again, and what it all means for us today.By HOP Blairsville

We are all called to serve. How are we to be engaged in serving the Lord? What is more important: what we do or why we do it? Join Pastor Jeff as we discover what the Lord has for each of us through service.By HOP Blairsville

Every moment is an opportunity to worship God. Is it possible to live a life of worship to God in our fast-paced, full of distractions life? Absolutely! Join us as we look to see what God's Word has to say about worship.By HOP Blairsville

Daniel 9:3-11Daniel 9:16-19Nehemiah 1:1-11By HOP Blairsville

Jesus gave some specific instructions to His disciples before he returned to the Father in heaven. He wanted the disciples to be engaged on a mission to tell the world about Jesus. The call for the church today remains the same. On mission, telling the world about Jesus.Main Scripture passage: Acts1:1-11…

Every believer has a role to play in the growth of the church.In this message, we will be looking again at Ephesians 4 where the basis for that statement is found. Main Scripture passage: Ephesians 4:11-16By HOP Blairsville

Within the unity of the body of Christ, there is great diversity. One of the ways we are each unique is in the way that we have been gifted by God to do the work of the ministry. In this message, we will look at the variety of ways that God gifts his people to do the things that he has for them to do. Get ready to discover the ways God is working i…

Enjoy a Snow Day devotion!By HOP Blairsville

Part of the human experience is growth. We are amazed as a child grows in its mother's womb. We celebrate milestones as our children grow up. As adults, we seek to grow in our knowledge, abilities, and character. We want to see everyone growing in their relationship with the Lord, and being equipped and engaged are big parts of that. In this messag…

As we conclude our look at the book of Titus, we are reminded of our need for salvation, the doctrine of salvation, and the result of our salvation. What a great way to start off the New Year!Main Scripture passage: Titus 3By HOP Blairsville

We all have faith in something. The Christmas story is a story of faith. The faith of Mary and Joseph to believe what was promised to them is amazing. Today we need that same type of faith for the challenges that we face.Main Scripture passage:Matthew 1, Luke 1By HOP Blairsville

Everyone is looking for something to believe in. Everyone hopes for a better future. The wonderful truth of the Gospel is that we have hope for a future through our relationship with Christ. The hope that we have is not wishful thinking, it is a confident expectation that the promises of God will once again be true because God is truth.…

Titus 2 gives us instructions for healthy living. What exactly does that look like? Paul has instructions for women in this passage that we will look at today. Next week we will look at the instructions to the men.Main Scripture passage:Titus 2:1-10By HOP Blairsville

One of the best ways to stay close and clean is to memorize and meditate on the Word of GodMain Scripture passage:Joshua 1:8By HOP Blairsville

Church leaders are key to the overall health and well being of any church. The letter to Titus gives us clear qualifications for the office of Elder. Lets look together at behavior worth imitating.Main Scripture passage:Titus 1:5-9By HOP Blairsville

In the Old Testament, a person could flee to a city of refuge if wrongly accused of murder. Today Jesus is our refuge and the only place to find freedom from our sin.Main Scripture passage:Joshua 20By HOP Blairsville

Joshua called the people together to renew the covenant the people made with Moses and God years earlier. We would do well to remind ourselves what God has done for us through Jesus Christ.Main Scripture passage:Joshua 8:30-35By HOP Blairsville