Today, we are finishing our study on 2 Peter, Chapter 2. We have spent many Sundays delving into God’s judgment of false teachers and false prophets because God has much to say about them. Let me summarize God’s feelings about those who teach falsehoods that would lead people away from Him and His TRUTH: He hates them. Why would I say that? Because…

Sunday, September 15, 2024, we will continue our study of 2 Peter. The title of today’s message is "Overcoming the Doctrine of Balaam." Peter, Jude, and John all identify Balaam as a false prophet whose teachings are relevant and dangerous, especially in the end times. The main idea behind this false teaching is the belief that one can engage with …

Sunday, September 8, 2024 – Today, we continued our study in 2 Peter 2, focusing on how "God’s Jealousy Protects Against False Teachers." Jealousy is typically seen as a negative characteristic, but when it comes to God, His jealousy is about wanting a relationship with us, which was broken by the curse of sin. The entire 2nd chapter of 2 Peter spe…

Sunday, September 1, 2024—We hosted the Western Michigan Adult & Teen Challenge, as we do every Labor Day. We were honored to have Pastor Del and seven men who are participating in the year-long program. Their testimonies are encouraging to hear, especially for those of us who have similar struggles or know of others who do. It's incredible to witn…

Sunday, August 25, 2024 – We continue our study of 2 Peter, focusing today on the theme of "God’s Righteous Judgment & Mercy.” Peter is careful to reveal God’s stance on sin, particularly the sin of being a false teacher or prophet, which has far-reaching consequences. God does not show favoritism toward any wrongdoer, be they angelic or human. We …

Sunday, August 18, 2024—Today, we start the second chapter of 2 Peter, titled “Warnings of False Teachers.” Peter warns that there were false prophets and teachers in his time and that there will also be in our time. People need to know this because false teachings often start with an element of truth but then twist it into something false. This ca…

Sunday, August 11, 2024 – The title of the message is “The Authority of God’s Word.” This means that the Bible is true, unchanging, and is the very Word of the Creator God. It represents God's character, message, and instructions for mankind to live by, regardless of time or place. Peter provides a strong argument for trusting the Word of God as th…

Sunday, August 4, 2024, Pastor Ryp Hankins delivered a message entitled "The Impact and Power of God's Word." In his sermon, he emphasized the importance of getting into the Word of God and allowing the Holy Spirit to bring it to life within oneself. Just as all living things move and have a purpose, the "Living Word of God" is meant to bring life …

Sunday, July 28, 2024 - Today marks the end of a busy and beautiful summer Venetian festival week here in Charlevoix. We are excited to have a special guest joining us. Ken Shelton, a singer/songwriter, author, and pastor from Brighton, Michigan, will be performing and speaking from his latest album, "Legacy - Songs for My Family." Ken was my famil…

Sunday, July 21, 2024—We are continuing our study of 2 Peter. Today’s message is titled “Making our Calling and Election Sure.” Peter continues to discuss the importance of every person “making every effort” to grow in the 7 major characteristics of God in order to protect us from becoming unproductive and ineffective in the Kingdom, and most impor…

Sunday, July 7, 2024, Pastor Leland Hart, a retired AG pastor from Dallas, Texas, will deliver a sermon titled "Who Can Be Saved." Pastor Leland and his wife Kathy spend their summers in God's Northern Country, and we are fortunate to have them as part of Center Point Assembly. Pastor Leland challenges us in his message to consider who Jesus came t…

Sunday, June 30, 2024, we continued our study on 2 Peter, focusing on the theme "Everything We Need for Life and Godliness." Our main emphasis is on the significance of establishing a strong foundation rooted in a deep understanding of God that leads to a relationship with God rooted in love. During Peter's time, there was a rise in false teachings…

Sunday, June 23, 2024 – We are beginning a new study on the 2nd letter of Peter, addressing the believers scattered around Asia Minor and to us today. The message's title is "Growing in Grace and Peace." The focus on the first two verses of this first chapter is on the importance of developing a solid foundation on the "Rock" of our salvation to wi…

Sunday, June 16, 2024 - Happy Father's Day! The message for today is titled "What’s Your Legacy?" Have you ever thought about the legacy you leave for your children and grandchildren? It’s important for fathers to consider the impact they have on future generations. Society often focuses on a legacy from a temporary perspective, but from a spiritua…

Sunday, June 9, 2024 – Today marks the beginning of a new study on the book of 2nd Peter. This introduction today will set the stage for the many truths that Peter learned from Jesus as he walked and talked with Him over the 3 years they spent together prior to Jesus’ crucifixion, as well as what the Holy Spirit revealed to Peter after the Day of P…

Sunday, June 2, 2024 – Today's message is titled "Settling our Account in Heaven." This concludes our study on the letter of Philippians that Paul wrote to the church in Philippi. Throughout this 18-sermon series, we have explored the major theme of JOY and discovered that JOY is a result of a committed and faithful relationship with Jesus. No othe…

Sunday, May 26, 2024 – The message's title is “Rejoice for the God of Peace is Near.” We are nearing the close of our study of the book of Philippians, specifically chapter 4. The letter written by Paul focuses on the theme of “JOY” despite his own challenging circumstances while under house arrest in Rome, awaiting trial. Paul sets an example of f…

Center Point AssemblyBy Pastor Mike Way

Sunday, May 12, 2024, we are celebrating Mother's Day with a special speaker who will be honoring our mothers. Jackie Boog, a worship leader, author, and someone who is very dear to our community, will share some of her life's stories about the love, strength, and grace of being a mom. I promise that you will be blessed as you worship with us on th…

Sunday, May 5, 2024 - Today marks the end of our study on "Identity" as described in Romans 8. Over the past 5 weeks, we have explored this topic in depth, and it is fitting to conclude with a message titled "The Identity of a Victor." To truly live out our identity, it is important first to accept the loving forgiveness of Jesus and then make dail…

On Sunday, April 28, 2024, we discussed a message titled "Love's Identity Determines Destination." The message is based on Romans 8:28-30, where Paul provides valuable insights. The verse reads, "And we know that in all things God works for the good." However, we often stop reading there. Does this mean that God works everything out for everyone, r…

This Sunday message on April 21, 2024, titled “The Holy Spirit Identity that Groans Within,” focuses on Romans 8 and Paul's third groan in this chapter, which describes the personal one-on-one, private conversation that our spirit has with God, our Heavenly Father. Private means that Satan, our enemy, is not included; he does not understand what is…

Sunday, April 14, 2024 - We are currently discussing our Identity in Christ and how it affects our lives both temporarily and eternally. Our text is Romans 8:18-25. The title of today's message is "Identity that Shares in Suffering, Shares in Glory." Although nobody likes to talk about suffering, the Bible is clear that those who identify with Chri…

Today's message on Sunday, April 7, 2024, continues last week's theme of the power of knowing and living in one's Identity in Christ. Our message is titled "Living in Our New Identity." We will explore the text of Romans 8:1-17, which serves as a "road map" for understanding our new Identity. When we accept Jesus as our savior, we are freed from th…

Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024 – Welcome to our Easter service titled “The Identity Easter Brings.” Our world is undergoing an Identity Crisis. It’s obvious when we look around and see how mixed up and upside down our society is. Right is wrong, and wrong is right. Yet, we see Jesus being confident and unwavering in His Identity. He never questioned…

Palm Sunday, March 24, 2024, Pastor Ryp will deliver a message titled "The Eternal Perspective." The message will focus on Jesus's eternal perspective during His ministry on earth. It will remind us that every action we take has an eternal element, whether we are aware of it or not. Peter, James, and John experienced God's radiance through Jesus on…

Sunday, March 17, 2024 – Today's message continues our study in Philippians 3 titled, "Enemy or Friend of the Cross." Paul speaks with authority and great compassion, bringing him to tears. He addresses the church in Philippi in the area that defines them as either an "Enemy of the Cross" of Jesus Christ or a "Friend of the Cross." So, to begin thi…

Sunday, March 10, 2024 – Today’s message titled, “Maturing to God’s Standards,” continues in the study of Philippians 3. Pastor Mike discusses the difference between growing old and growing in maturity. They are not the same thing. One can grow old and not be mature, both physically and spiritually. God is not impressed with how old one is the day …

Sunday, March 3, 2024—We are continuing our study of Philippians 3, and the title of the message is “Hold On & Press Ahead.” Pastor Mike emphasizes Paul’s urging the church in Philippi to understand the importance of “holding on” to what Christ has taken us hold of: forgiveness of our sins, transformation into a new creation, and adoption into His …

Sunday, February 18, 2024 – Today’s message is continuing in our study of Philippians. It’s titled “Confidence in Relationship – Not Flesh.” Paul is making it very clear to his readers in Philippi and to us that it’s not what we do in our fleshly efforts that gives us confidence in Christ; it’s in our relationship with Christ that comes through the…

Sunday, February 11, 2024 - "It's not how one starts; it's how one finishes that counts." - have you ever heard that? Well, that's precisely the point of what we're talking about today. The title of the message is "Different Beginnings – Same Ending." We look at the lives of two men, Timothy and Epaphroditus. Their upbringings couldn't have been mo…

Sunday, February 4, 2024 – We're continuing our study in Philippians, and the message title is "Grumbling Prevents Joy." Remember, the overall theme of Paul's letter to this church is one of Joy as we learn to live a Godly life. Our text today says we are "To do everything, without grumbling and arguing, so that we can become blameless and pure. As…

Sunday, January 28, 2024 – Today is about the joy of working out our salvation with fear and trembling. Yes, that's right – we are to work out our salvation. Maybe you're saying this isn't true because we're saved by Grace through faith – so what is there to work out? I'm glad you're asking that because this is what this message is about. We need t…

Sunday, January 21, 2024 – Pastor Ryp gives the message he titles “Life’s Injustices.” This is a must listen, because we all have said at one time or another, life’s not fair, right? And you’re right, life’s not fair. When that injustice occurred, the question is: What did you do about it? How did you handle it? Did you take it into your own hands …

Sunday, January 7, 2024 – The message is about Unity and Humility: "Unity is impossible without Humility." How does that make you feel? This may not be one of those titles that encourages you to listen to the message, but this is an important one to understand. If we can pursue Christ-like humility, we can then begin to achieve the unity that both …

Sunday, December 31, 2023 – New Year's Eve Sunday morning – the message title is "Reflecting and Proflecting." I know, I just made up a new word – Proflecting. What does it mean? When we 'reflect,' we look backward and think about the past, so it only makes sense then to 'proflect' would mean that we would look forward and think about the future. A…

Sunday, December 24, 2023 – Christmas Eve – Our annual “Candles & Carols” service. This is a service for enjoying and celebrating the Christmas season through a number of our favorite Christmas songs and a few specials. My wife Chris and I are so pleased to have our grandchildren, Joelle, Mykah, Caiden, and Ebbele Wells, share Christmas specials in…

Sunday, December 10, 2023 – We continue studying Paul's book to the Philippian church. The title is "Live as Citizens of Heaven." Citizenship in America has become a big topic in our political world today, as it should be; to be a citizen is an important identity. One becomes a citizen of a country in one of two ways: 1. Birth or 2. Naturalized thr…

Sunday, December 3, 2023 – Today’s message is the 5th in our study on Paul’s letter to the Philippians, titled “God’s Purposes Bigger than Circumstances.” Paul shows us how to live above the circumstances of life by knowing his purpose in them and recognizing that God will complete what He wants accomplished. As a result, Paul can make some bold st…

Sunday, November 26, 2023 – Today’s message is the 4th in our study in Philippians and is titled “God’s Plans Always Succeed.” We had the privilege of having Pastor Sasha and Olga Skrypak and their four children from Ukraine with us in our service on Sunday, and it was an honor to share God’s word of encouragement with them. Tuesday evening, Novemb…

Sunday, November 19, 2023 – We continue studying Philippians. Today's message is titled "From Idealistic to Realistic." Here's a question: When you listen to a pastor or bible teacher, are the messages so high, lofty, and "Idealistic" that they sound unachievable? If they are, do they become a rhetorical discussion without applicable application? I…

Sunday, November 12, 2023 – Today's message continues the study of Philippians titled "Abounding in God's Love." The book's theme is God's love, expressed in joy, peace, and hope. Based on God's character, Paul teaches that true love abounds in knowledge and depth of insight. True love is action-based, and as it grows, it produces fruit that is see…

Sunday, November 5, 2023 – Today, we are beginning a new study on the book of Philippians. You may wonder why we should study this book by Paul and what we will get out of it. That’s a good question, and I have a great answer – because this book is about Joy and peace, and having these God-given attributes results in having a Hope that lasts for et…

Sunday, October 29, 2023 – Pastor Ryp is bringing a message titled “Grace upon Grace.” Maybe you’re going through a hard time in life when everything seems to be against you; then this is a message you need to listen to. God’s amazing Grace is complete in every area of life if we stay under it, meaning that we continually trust God not only to save…

Sunday, October 22, 2023 – Fall is in full swing, and we are thankful for all those who choose to stay with us up here in “God’s country,” even when the leaves fall. Amen? Today, we are watching a special “Tipping Point” video by Jimmy Evans and Michelle Bachman, former Minnesota Congresswoman, discussing the truth about what’s happening with Hamas…

Sunday, October 15, 2023 – Today, we are watching a timely video from Dr. Mark Hitchcock that details the events happening in the War in Israel with Hamas and the regional players in the Middle East that have prophetic implications. We must understand the big picture of the ongoing conflict between the Jewish Nation of Israel and the Palestinian Na…

Sunday, October 8, 2023 – We have a missionary couple, Daniel and Khuyen Bryner from Cambodia with us today. They have a heart of love for the Vietnamese people in Cambodia, and they are sharing their passion and conviction to minister to this people group. Worship and study along with us.By Daniel & Khuyen Bryner

Sunday, October 1, 2023 – Pastor Leland Hart gives today’s message, and it’s titled, “Jesus Makes the Difference.” We spend a lot of our time trying to improve our situation in life, and that’s not bad as long as we don’t end up leaving Jesus out of the equation. Pastor Leland gives us three attributes of how Jesus makes the difference because, in …

Sunday, September 24, 2023 – Today’s message is “Three Godly Judgments.” I know judgment isn’t one of our favorite topics, but I assure you this is a message we all need to hear and pay attention to. These judgments are unavoidable and without negotiation. Every person who ever lived is going to face these judgments without exception. So, a wise pe…

Sunday, September 17, 2023 – Pastor Ryp Hankins is bringing a message titled "A Tale of Two Kings." This message describes what one does when things are bad and not looking to get better on their own. Do they look for ways to make life doable independently, or do they turn to God for encouragement and wisdom? Pastor Ryp tells us the tale of two kin…