Glory is a word that we use easily and a concept that is hard to define. In Ephesians 3, Paul prays for God's glory to shine in the church and in Christ Jesus. What does this mean, and what is an experience of this like? Tune in to this week's edition of the Cutting Room Floor as Pastor Dena and Pastor James discuss.

In this sermon, Pastor reflects on the conclusion of the Ephesians series, emphasizing the importance of motivation in our lives, particularly in relation to worship. He highlights that worship should be a natural response to knowing God and His glory, stirred by the profound doctrines previously discussed in Ephesians. Pastor encourages the congregation to be in awe of God, to seek His glory through prayer, and to worship passionately and authentically. Ultimately, he affirms God's ability to do immeasurably more than we can ask or imagine, inviting everyone to respond to this truth in all aspects of their lives. Sermon 3-2-25

How do we seek the fullness of God in our lives, and what happens when we start to make the pursuit of God the greatest value in our lives? Paul's prayer reveals his greatest good for the Ephesians; are we seeking that life? Pastor James and Pastor Dena discuss this and more in today's episode.

In this sermon, Pastor James emphasizes the importance of seeking God's fullness and understanding the depth of Christ's love and power. Using a parable about switched price tags in a jewelry store, he illustrates how we often misplace our values, focusing on circumstances rather than eternal truths. He highlights Paul's prayer for the Ephesians, which encourages believers to be rooted in love and empowered to grasp the vastness of God's love. Ultimately, Pastor James urges the congregation to prioritize a deep and abiding relationship with God over circumstantial concerns, fostering growth and maturity in their faith. Sermon 2-23-25

When Jesus says that he has come to bring life and bring it to the full, do we think of the life we have in the church? Why is it that the majority of non-Christians don't see life abounding in the church? Pastor James and Pastor Dena discuss the fullness of God in the church in today's episode.

Pastor James discusses the profound nature of God's grace and our calling to live freely in that grace. He emphasizes that believers have the privilege to approach God with confidence, not based on their righteousness but through the righteousness of Jesus Christ. The sermon encourages congregants to bring their whole selves to God, including their doubts and struggles, and to practice open communication in prayer. Ultimately, Pastor James calls for a deeper reliance on God's grace, fostering genuine relationships with Him and each other as the new family of God. Sermon 2/16/25

What should the church look like when it comes to interpersonal relationships? Paul claims we're part of a new family, but oftentimes we look, sound, or even smell like something else. Pastor Dena and Pastor James discussion this and more in this week's episode of the Cutting Room Floor.

Pastor James discusses the ways we resemble our families and how, as believers, we are called to look more like the family of God than our families of origin. He emphasizes that through Christ's sacrifice, barriers between groups have been broken down, creating a new community defined by unity rather than division. Drawing from Ephesians, he asserts that the church is not merely a building but a redeemed people where God dwells. Pastor James encourages the congregation to actively engage with one another and strengthen their relationships by inviting others to share meals, praying for each other, and participating in small groups. Sermon 2-9-25