Learn more about what it means to truly follow Christ, and how we can support you in your walk with God. Foundations Explore the fundamental teachings and principles that form the bedrock of Christianity in this self-led course, where faith meets understanding and transformation begins. Salvation Salvation does not hinge on a set of prescribed steps. Rather, they revolve around accepting Christ as our Savior and acknowledging His completed work on our behalf. The singular requirement from God is to take the step of receiving Jesus Christ as the Savior from sin, placing complete trust in Him as the sole path to salvation. This is one thing that distinguishes the Christian faith from other religions, which have lists of steps that must be followed in order to achieve their versions of salvation. The Christian faith recognizes that God has already fulfilled the necessary steps and invites the repentant to receive Him in faith, leading to a transformed life and renewed beliefs (Rom. 12:1-2) as one continues to walk with the Lord. What is the Gospel? What About My Past? The Gospel is good news. Yet even after receiving the truth of the Gospel, many people struggle with a persistent sense of condemnation of their past, fearing that God has not fully forgiven their sins and that He may eventually run out of patience with them. Despite experiencing glimpses of joy in salvation, feelings of unworthiness and doubts about God’s love and forgiveness linger. Common thoughts include fears of exhausting God’s grace through repeated failures, doubting His limitless forgiveness, and feeling that forgiveness applies to everyone but themself. The reason for this internal struggle lies in a failure to fully believe what God has promised about dealing with their sin. Instead of being consumed by our failures, we should meditate gratefully on what God has done with our sins. 01 He laid your sin upon His Son The primary act of God’s grace toward humanity was laying our sins upon Jesus Christ, who willingly became our substitute, bearing the punishment we deserved despite His innocence. Through this act, divine justice was fully met without compromising God’s love; Jesus took on our guilt, and in exchange, we receive His righteousness by faith. This foundational act of substitution is the basis of our forgiveness and righteousness. Isaiah 53:6; 2 Corinthians 5:19-21 Note: Adapted from Sam Storms', A Dozen Things God Did with Your Sin (and Three Things He'll Never Do) Core Beliefs Christianity is a historic faith with a long lineage of saints led by God who gave their lives to advance and defend it. There are certain truths (non-negotiable doctrines) one must hold in order to be a true follower of Christ Jesus according to Scripture. We understand it will take time to fully understand these doctrines, so we encourage you to engage with our discipleship opportunities by connecting with one of our leaders and signing up for a Bible class . 01 One God There is one triune God — the Creator of all things — existing eternally as Father, Son, and Holy Spir it. Luke 1:35; Matt. 3:16-17; Acts 7:55-56; 2 Co r. 13:14 The Journey The Christian journey encompasses significant stages, paralleling physical birth, education, and employment. In a spiritual context, individuals experience a new birth in Christ, progress in holiness through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, and ultimately, attain eternal communion with God. These moments are termed justification, sanctification, and glorification, describing the Christian path from spiritual rebirth to resurrection. 01 Justification An act of God whereby He pronounces a sinner to be righteous because of that sinner’s faith in Christ. We are justified (declared righteous) at the moment of our salvation, that is, when we confess and believe the Gospel. It is in that moment that we are brought into Christ and the Holy Spirit is brought into us. Rom. 10:9; Rom. 1:16- 17; 1 Cor. 1:30; 2 Cor. 5:17; 2 Cor. 5:21; Matt. 6:33 ; Acts 2:38 Fellowship with God Being a follower of Jesus is more than a one-time experience, adopting a set of beliefs and "going to church" every Sunday. It's about having an on-going relationship with the true and living God — the Creator and Lover of your soul. As you seek Him in prayer, the reading of His word and other forms of worship, you will continue to deepen this relationship. It's important that we understand why we do things like sing, pray, read the Bible, give, serve, etc. and the role they play in our relationship with the Lord. These are all fundamental to understanding the purpose of humanity — to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. 01 Why read the Bible? Discovering who God is (theology) occurs through reading the Bible. We are called to worship Him in spirit and in truth — truth being an engaging of the mind. Submitting our minds to God and His word is a rich and satisfying form of worship. The public reading of these sacred texts have been central to gatherings throughout church history. The Bible provides guidance on establishing a personal relationship with God, and holds His messages about life and accounts of Him engaging with people, illustrating His care for humanity. Psalm 33:4; Psalm 119:11; Ps alm 119:105; Heb. 4:12; Rom. 15:4; James 1:21; Eph. 6:17 ; John 8:31-32 ; 2 Tim. 3:16-17 Study Plan The Bible is a big book. It's actually a library of books. Reading it isn't a task to check off our list, but rather, a journey to embark on. While we would typically start reading any other book from the beginning, the Bible isn't just any other book. So where do we start? We start with the Gospels. Why? Because the Bible is one unified story that leads us to Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. The concept of starting with the Gospels is so that we can know who Jesus is, what He did and why He did it first, that way we have a framework for what the rest of the Bible is all about. Watching + Reading Watch the playlist below . There are 23 short videos total. Read the following books once you've watched the corresponding videos in the playlist — i.e. read the Gospel of John once you've watched the two summary videos about it. Read the Gospel of John to know who Jesus is. Read the Book of Acts to know the history of the early church and how it began. Read the Book of Romans to gain a better understanding of what it means to follow Christ. Watch the remaining videos in the playlist to help you understand some of the key concepts you read in John, Acts and Romans. After watching the playlist and reading these books you will have a strong foundation to build upon as you continue to explore the wondrous depths of Scripture. And of course, we have Bible classes, Life Groups , quarterly courses and more you can sign up to join , as well as leaders here to disciple you and answer questions you have along the way. Reading Plan Playlist Open Playlist in Youtube New to the faith? Sign Up for Baptism

< Back Letters from Paul: God’s Field, God’s Building Pastor Nate Brosher Mar 11, 2026 1Corinthians 3:5-9 NLT - 5 After all, who is Apollos? Who is Paul? We are only God's servants through whom you believed the Good News. Each of us did the work the Lord gave us. 6 I planted the seed in your hearts, and Apollos watered it, but it was God who made it grow. 7 It's not important who does the planting, or who does the watering. What's important is that God makes the seed grow. 8 The one who plants and the one who waters work together with the same purpose. And both will be rewarded for their own hard work. 9 For we are both God's workers. And you are God's field. You are God's building. 1. Ministry is Participation, NOT Ownership Ministers are instruments, not sources. Carey Nieuwhof - “Gen Z is looking for hope over hype, for real over rehearsed, and for authenticity over performance.” Faithfulness is the assignment; Growth is God’s department. 1Corinthians 3:9 NLT - 9 For we are both God's workers. And you are God's field. You are God's building. 2. Building Poorly 1Corinthians 3:11-15 NLT - 11 For no one can lay any foundation other than the one we already have--Jesus Christ. 12 Anyone who builds on that foundation may use a variety of materials--gold, silver, jewels, wood, hay, or straw. 13 But on the judgment day, fire will reveal what kind of work each builder has done. The fire will show if a person's work has any value. 14 If the work survives, that builder will receive a reward. 15 But if the work is burned up, the builder will suffer great loss. The builder will be saved, but like someone barely escaping through a wall of flames. The Foundation is Christ 3. This is God’s Temple 1Corinthians 3:16-23 NLT - 16 Don't you realize that all of you together are the temple of God and that the Spirit of God lives in you? 17 God will destroy anyone who destroys this temple. For God's temple is holy, and you are that temple. 18 Stop deceiving yourselves. If you think you are wise by this world's standards, you need to become a fool to be truly wise. 19 For the wisdom of this world is foolishness to God. As the Scriptures say, "He traps the wise in the snare of their own cleverness." 20 And again, "The LORD knows the thoughts of the wise; he knows they are worthless." 21 So don't boast about following a particular human leader. For everything belongs to you -- 22 whether Paul or Apollos or Peter, or the world, or life and death, or the present and the future. Everything belongs to you, 23 and you belong to Christ, and Christ belongs to God. Destroy - phtheirō - Corrupt, Damage or ruin. Psalm 94:11 NLT - 11 The LORD knows people's thoughts; he knows they are worthless! Futile - mataios - empty, pointless, producing nothing of eternal value. Isaiah 55:8-9 ESV - 8 For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the LORD. 9 For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts. Romans 1:21-22 ESV - 21 For although they knew God, they did not honor him as God or give thanks to him, but they became futile in their thinking, and their foolish hearts were darkened. 22 Claiming to be wise, they became fools. 1Corinthians 1:25 ESV - 25 For the foolishness of God is wiser than men, and the weakness of God is stronger than men. James 3:13-16 NLT - 13 If you are wise and understand God's ways, prove it by living an honorable life, doing good works with the humility that comes from wisdom. 14 But if you are bitterly jealous and there is selfish ambition in your heart, don't cover up the truth with boasting and lying. 15 For jealousy and selfishness are not God's kind of wisdom. Such things are earthly, unspiritual, and demonic. 16 For wherever there’s jealousy and selfish ambition, there you will find disorder and evil of every kind. “Worldly wisdom produces competition; Godly wisdom produces Humility” 2Corinthians 10:2-5 NIV - 2 I beg you that when I come I may not have to be as bold as I expect to be toward some people who think that we live by the standards of this world. 3 For though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. 4 The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. 5 We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. Previous Next

< Back Letters From Paul: My Life is Not My Own Pastor Nate Brosher Sep 24, 2025 2Thessalonians 2:1-4 NLT - 1 Now, dear brothers and sisters, let us clarify some things about the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and how we will be gathered to meet him. 2 Don't be so easily shaken or alarmed by those who say that the day of the Lord has already begun. Don't believe them, even if they claim to have had a spiritual vision, a revelation, or a letter supposedly from us. 3 Don't be fooled by what they say. For that day will not come until there is a great rebellion against God and the man of lawlessness is revealed--the one who brings destruction. 4 He will exalt himself and defy everything that people call god and every object of worship. He will even sit in the temple of God, claiming that he himself is God. 1. False Prophets Matthew 24:4-14, 23-26 NLT - 4 Jesus told them, "Don't let anyone mislead you, 5 for many will come in my name, claiming, 'I am the Messiah.' They will deceive many. 6 And you will hear of wars and threats of wars, but don't panic. Yes, these things must take place, but the end won't follow immediately. 7 Nation will go to war against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in many parts of the world. 8 But all this is only the first of the birth pains, with more to come. 9 "Then you will be arrested, persecuted, and killed. You will be hated all over the world because you are my followers. 10 And many will turn away from me and betray and hate each other. 11 And many false prophets will appear and will deceive many people. 12 Sin will be rampant everywhere, and the love of many will grow cold. 13 But the one who endures to the end will be saved. 14 And the Good News about the Kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, so that all nations will hear it; and then the end will come. ... 23 "Then if anyone tells you, 'Look, here is the Messiah,' or 'There he is,' don't believe it. 24 For false messiahs and false prophets will rise up and perform great signs and wonders so as to deceive, if possible, even God's chosen ones. 25 See, I have warned you about this ahead of time. 26 "So if someone tells you, 'Look, the Messiah is out in the desert,' don't bother to go and look. Or, 'Look, he is hiding here,' don't believe it! Matthew 24:36 NLT - 36 "However, no one knows the day or hour when these things will happen, not even the angels in heaven or the Son himself. Only the Father knows. 2Timothy 4:3-4 NLT - 3 For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear. 4 They will reject the truth and chase after myths. What are we chasing? Matthew 6:31-34 ESV - 31 Therefore do not be anxious, saying, 'What shall we eat?' or 'What shall we drink?' or 'What shall we wear?' 32 For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. 33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. 34 "Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble. 2. Our lives are not ours anymore! Romans 12:1-2 NKJV - 1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, [which is] your reasonable service. 2 And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what [is] that good and acceptable and perfect will of God. We are to live for Christ. Galatians 2:20 ESV - 20 I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. Keeping the main thing the main thing. Paul said, “We are to PRESENT our bodies as a living sacrifice!” 2Thessalonians 3:11 ESV - 11 For we hear that some among you walk in idleness, not busy at work, but busybodies. 2Timothy 3:1-5 NLT - 1 You should know this, Timothy, that in the last days there will be very difficult times. 2 For people will love only themselves and their money. They will be boastful and proud, scoffing at God, disobedient to their parents, and ungrateful. They will consider nothing sacred. 3 They will be unloving and unforgiving; they will slander others and have no self-control. They will be cruel and hate what is good. 4 They will betray their friends, be reckless, be puffed up with pride, and love pleasure rather than God. 5 They will act religious, but they will reject the power that could make them godly. Stay away from people like that! Previous Next

< Back Heroes of the Faith Pt. 10: Long Live the King Pastor Nate Brosher Oct 12, 2025 Daniel 6:6-16 NLT - 6 So the administrators and high officers went to the king and said, "Long live King Darius! 7 We are all in agreement--we administrators, officials, high officers, advisers, and governors--that the king should make a law that will be strictly enforced. Give orders that for the next thirty days any person who prays to anyone, divine or human--except to you, Your Majesty--will be thrown into the den of lions. 8 And now, Your Majesty, issue and sign this law so it cannot be changed, an official law of the Medes and Persians that cannot be revoked." 9 So King Darius signed the law. 10 But when Daniel learned that the law had been signed, he went home and knelt down as usual in his upstairs room, with its windows open toward Jerusalem. He prayed three times a day, just as he had always done, giving thanks to his God. 11 Then the officials went together to Daniel's house and found him praying and asking for God's help. 12 So they went straight to the king and reminded him about his law. "Did you not sign a law that for the next thirty days any person who prays to anyone, divine or human--except to you, Your Majesty--will be thrown into the den of lions?" "Yes," the king replied, "that decision stands; it is an official law of the Medes and Persians that cannot be revoked." 13 Then they told the king, "That man Daniel, one of the captives from Judah, is ignoring you and your law. He still prays to his God three times a day." 14 Hearing this, the king was deeply troubled, and he tried to think of a way to save Daniel. He spent the rest of the day looking for a way to get Daniel out of this predicament. 15 In the evening the men went together to the king and said, "Your Majesty, you know that according to the law of the Medes and the Persians, no law that the king signs can be changed." 16 So at last the king gave orders for Daniel to be arrested and thrown into the den of lions. The king said to him, "May your God, whom you serve so faithfully, rescue you." 1. Sabotaged. Sabotaged - Deliberately destroy, damage, or obstruct (something). John 10:10 ESV - 10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. Matthew 10:22 NKJV - 22 "And you will be hated by all for My name's sake. But he who endures to the end will be saved. Romans 14:8-9 NLT - 8 If we live, it's to honor the Lord. And if we die, it's to honor the Lord. So whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. 9 Christ died and rose again for this very purpose--to be Lord both of the living and of the dead. Philippians 1:21 KJV - 21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. Luke 9:23 KJV - 23 And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me. Galatians 2:20 NLT - 20 My old self has been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. So I live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. Romans 6:10-11 NKJV - 10 For the death that He died, He died to sin once for all; but the life that He lives, He lives to God. 11 Likewise you also, reckon yourselves to be dead indeed to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Daniel 6:17-24 NLT - 17 A stone was brought and placed over the mouth of the den. The king sealed the stone with his own royal seal and the seals of his nobles, so that no one could rescue Daniel. 18 Then the king returned to his palace and spent the night fasting. He refused his usual entertainment and couldn't sleep at all that night. 19 Very early the next morning, the king got up and hurried out to the lions' den. 20 When he got there, he called out in anguish, "Daniel, servant of the living God! Was your God, whom you serve so faithfully, able to rescue you from the lions?" 21 Daniel answered, "Long live the king! 22 My God sent his angel to shut the lions' mouths so that they would not hurt me, for I have been found innocent in his sight. And I have not wronged you, Your Majesty." 23 The king was overjoyed and ordered that Daniel be lifted from the den. Not a scratch was found on him, for he had trusted in his God. 24 Then the king gave orders to arrest the men who had maliciously accused Daniel. He had them thrown into the lions' den, along with their wives and children. The lions leaped on them and tore them apart before they even hit the floor of the den. 2. He will fight your battle. John 14:9 NLT - 9 Jesus replied, "Have I been with you all this time, Philip, and yet you still don't know who I am? Anyone who has seen me has seen the Father! So why are you asking me to show him to you? John 10:27-30 NLT - 27 My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. 28 I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them away from me, 29 for my Father has given them to me, and he is more powerful than anyone else. No one can snatch them from the Father's hand. 30 The Father and I are one." - If we aren’t seeing God move in our life, then we must evaluate if we are truly surrendered to His will and not our own! Previous Next

< Back Pathways: The Gifts of the Spirit (Session 2) Pastor Nate Brosher and Chase Radford May 8, 2024 Link to study guide: https://estd.craft.me/gifts Previous Next

< Back Family Matters Pt. 4: Give Thanks Pastor Nate Brosher Nov 23, 2025 1Chronicles 16:7-13 NLT - 7 On that day David gave to Asaph and his fellow Levites this song of thanksgiving to the LORD: 8 Give thanks to the LORD and proclaim his greatness. Let the whole world know what he has done. 9 Sing to him; yes, sing his praises. Tell everyone about his wonderful deeds. 10 Exult in his holy name; rejoice, you who worship the LORD. 11 Search for the LORD and for his strength; continually seek him. 12 Remember the wonders he has performed, his miracles, and the rulings he has given, 13 you children of his servant Israel, you descendants of Jacob, his chosen ones. 1. Oh, Give Thanks! Psalms 105:1-6 ESV - 1 Oh give thanks to the LORD; call upon his name; make known his deeds among the peoples! 2 Sing to him, sing praises to him; tell of all his wondrous works! 3 Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice! 4 Seek the LORD and his strength; seek his presence continually! 5 Remember the wondrous works that he has done, his miracles, and the judgments he uttered, 6 O offspring of Abraham, his servant, children of Jacob, his chosen ones! • Why is it easier to groan then to give thanks? Psalms 34:1-3 ESV - 1 I will bless the LORD at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth. 2 My soul makes its boast in the LORD; let the humble hear and be glad. 3 Oh, magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together! • At ALL TIMES! Psalms 150:1-6 ESV - 1 Praise the LORD! Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens! 2 Praise him for his mighty deeds; praise him according to his excellent greatness! 3 Praise him with trumpet sound; praise him with lute and harp! 4 Praise him with tambourine and dance; praise him with strings and pipe! 5 Praise him with sounding cymbals; praise him with loud clashing cymbals! 6 Let everything that has breath praise the LORD! Praise the LORD! ■ Give thanks to Him anyhow! Hebrews 13:5-6 NLT - 5 Don't love money; be satisfied with what you have. For God has said, "I will never fail you. I will never abandon you." 6 So we can say with confidence, "The LORD is my helper, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me?" • Know that He is going to do it! • We must have it His way. Isaiah 40:31 NLT - 31 But those who trust/wait in the LORD will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint. Galatians 6:9 NLT - 9 So let's not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don't give up. Ecclesiastes 3:1 ESV - 1 For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: • Seasons will come and seasons will go. Ecclesiastes 3:11-12 ESV - 11 He has made everything beautiful in its time. Also, he has put eternity into man's heart, yet so that he cannot find out what God has done from the beginning to the end. 12 I perceived that there is nothing better for them than to be joyful and to do good as long as they live. Previous Next

< Back Are We Guarding Our Inner Circle? Devon Fouch Sep 17, 2025 2nd Chronicles 18:1-4 “Jehoshaphat enjoyed great riches and high esteem, and he made an alliance with Ahab of Israel by having his son marry Ahab’s daughter. A few years later, he went to Samaria to visit Ahab, who prepared a great banquet for him and his officials. They butchered great numbers of sheep, goats, and cattle for the feast. Then Ahab enticed Jehoshaphat to join forces with him to recover Ramoth-gilead. “Will you go with me to Ramoth-gilead?” King Ahab of Israel asked King Jehoshaphat of Judah. Jehoshaphat replied “Why of course! You and I are as one, and my troops are your troops. We will certainly join you in battle.” Then Jehoshaphat added “But first let’s find out what the Lord says.” Have We Gotten Comfortable? The Joshua Mindset Israel was divided into two kingdoms: 1.) The North, Israel, ruled by Ahab, and 2.) The South, Judah, ruled by Jehoshaphat. Israel’s wickedness was spreading into Judah. 2nd Chronicles 17:3-4 “The Lord was with Jehoshaphat because he followed the example of his father’s early years and did not worship the images of Baal. He sought his father’s God and obeyed his commands instead of following the evil practices of the kingdom of Israel.” Jehoshaphat adopted the “Joshua Mindset”. Obedience Brings Revival 2nd Chronicles 17:6-7, 9 “He was deeply committed to the ways of the Lord. He removed the pagan shrines and Asherah poles from Judah. In the third year of his reign, Jehoshaphat sent his officials to teach in all the towns of Judah.” & “They took copies of the Book of the Law of the Lord and traveled around through all the towns of Judah, teaching the people.” When you get rid of what doesn’t belong, you have to replace it with what does belong. Revival wasn’t brought to Judah until Jehoshaphat brought it to himself. How can we expect to experience the fullness of God if we won’t let God experience the fullness of our hearts? The Comfort of Success Your obedience to God will bring you the blessings of God. Obedience established Jehoshaphat and brought peace to Judah. Your obedience changes you and those around you. It’s easy to be taken from success to comfort and from comfort to compromise. Are We Guarding Our Inner Circle? Your Anointing Is Attractive In his comfort, Jehoshaphat compromises by aligning with Ahab. Ahab only wanted to use Jehoshaphat’s anointing for his benefit. The enemy wants to steal your anointing. When you lose your anointing, you lose your strength. The Importance of Guarding Your Inner Circle Luke 6:12-13 “One day soon afterward, Jesus went up on a mountain to pray, and he prayed to God all night. At daybreak he called together all of his disciples and chose twelve of them to be apostles…” If Jesus put this much time & consideration into who he let into his inner circle, why don’t we? Everyone does not have the right to intimacy with you. Guarding our inner circle extends beyond just people butapplies to the things we let in our life too. What you learn to tolerate, you will eventually learn to endorse. Which Voice Are You Listening To? Jehoshaphat knew Ahab’s prophets couldn’t be trusted, so he asked for a true prophet of the Lord. Despite Micaiah’s prophecy, Jehoshaphat went to battle anyway. Why do we ask God for advice when we’ve already made up our minds? When you seek the Lord about a decision you’ve already made, you don’t want direction. You’re seeking validation. Why Do We Fight What We’re Not Called To? The Danger of Attachment When you let something into your inner circle, you become attached to its baggage. Jehoshaphat tied himself to Ahab and was dragged into Ahab’s battle. 2nd Chronicles 18:28-29 “So King Ahab of Israel and King Jehoshaphat of Judah led their armies against Ramoth-gilead. The king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat, “As we go into battle, I will disguise myself so no one will recognize me, but you wear your royal robes.” So, the king of Israel disguised himself, and they went into battle.” It’s Time To Stop Fighting You’re fighting a battle you’re not called to if the thing that brought you to the battle abandons you in it. 2nd Chronicles 20:15 “Do not be afraid! Don’t be discouraged by this mighty army, for the battle is not yours, but God’s!” Hebrews 13:5 “I will never fail you, I will never abandon you.” If God brought you to it, He will either see you through it or He will fight it for you! Romans 10:13 “For everyone who calls upon the name of the Lord will be saved.” Previous Next

Learn more about Bridgeway in Muncie, Indiana. Our Pastor Pastor Nate & Jessica Brosher We have a passion for the community of Delaware County. We've served here with Destiny Christian Center for 13 years under Dr. Keith O’Neal as Assistant Pastor before Destiny launched Bridgeway on the west side of Muncie in October of 2023. Our Vision + Values Our lead Pastor has a desire to see those who have been hurt and broken to find a bridge back to their destiny and purpose. “Building Bridges to Your Breakthrough” isn’t just a saying, it’s a passion that we will make known on a weekly basis. Building others that they may change their trajectory so that they can change the world through Jesus Christ. 01 Jesus is the Centerpiece The purpose of Bridgeway is to bring people closer to Jesus Christ. He is the same yesterday, today and forever. His message will never change. “I am the way, the truth and the life.” - John 14:6 Our Core Beliefs We nurture a rich and diverse theological ecosystem without compromising on the essentials of the faith. While we enjoy exploring the depths of God’s word and engaging various Biblical concepts and perspectives, we focus on the essentials that unify the Body of Christ. Christianity is a historic faith with a long lineage of saints led by God who gave their lives to advance and defend it. There are certain truths (non-negotiable doctrines) one must hold in order to be a Christian according to Scripture. 01 One God There is one triune God — the Creator of all things — existing eternally as Father, Son, and Holy Spir it. Luke 1:35; Matt. 3:16-17; Acts 7:55-56; 2 Co r. 13:14 Our Leaders Nathan Brosher Lead Pastor Jessica Brosher Women's Ministry Allie Brosher Bridge Kids Ministry Deb Spencer Overflow Ministry Stephanie Cottrell Praise Leader Devon Fouch Sealed Young Adult Ministry Jesús Osuna Addiction Recovery Ministry Jeri St. John Reynolds Hospitality Lee Crossland Men's Ministry Isaiah Brosher one.16 Teen Ministry Tammy Lampke Overflow Ministry Brad Cottrell Media Director

< Back Sacrificial Living Pt. 5: The Generosity of Giving Pastor Nate Brosher Feb 9, 2025 Acts 20:34-35 ESV - 34 You yourselves know that these hands ministered to my necessities and to those who were with me. 35 In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, 'It is more blessed to give than to receive.' 1. Is Generosity a part of our discipleship / apprenticeship? ■ Blessed – Makarios – Happy, fortunate, well off. Why aren’t we giving? Matthew 6:19-21 NLT - 19 "Don't store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. 21 Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be. “In Heaven” the Hebrew language means, “In God.” What are we investing into? Matthew 6:22-24 NLT - 22 "Your eye is a lamp that provides light for your body. When your eye is good, your whole body is filled with light. 23 But when your eye is bad, your whole body is filled with darkness. And if the light you think you have is actually darkness, how deep that darkness is! 24 "No one can serve two masters. For you will hate one and love the other; you will be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money. 2. Abundance or Scarcity Mindset Abundance Mindset – God as Father/Provider, Gratitude, Generosity. Genesis 1:29 NLT - 29 Then God said, "Look! I have given you every seed-bearing plant throughout the earth and all the fruit trees for your food. Jesus says, “When your eye is good, your whole body is filled with light.” ■ What are your eyes fixated on? Scarcity Mindset – Lacking, scarce resources, distorted, greed, living with fear. Jesus said, but when your eye is bad, your whole body is filled with darkness. And if the light you think you have is actually darkness, how deep that darkness is! 3. We can’t serve two masters. Jesus said, "No one can serve two masters. For you will hate one and love the other; you will be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money. KJV – mammon – mamonas – treasure, riches (where it is personified and opposed to God.) Are we allowing Greed to control us? 2Corinthians 8:1-2, 7-9 NLT - 1 Now I want you to know, dear brothers and sisters, what God in his kindness has done through the churches in Macedonia. 2 They are being tested by many troubles, and they are very poor. But they are also filled with abundant joy, which has overflowed in rich generosity. ... 7 Since you excel in so many ways--in your faith, your gifted speakers, your knowledge, your enthusiasm, and your love from us--I want you to excel also in this gracious act of giving. 8 I am not commanding you to do this. But I am testing how genuine your love is by comparing it with the eagerness of the other churches. 9 You know the generous grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, so that by his poverty he could make you rich. 2Corinthians 9:6-8 NLT - 6 Remember this--a farmer who plants only a few seeds will get a small crop. But the one who plants generously will get a generous crop. 7 You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don't give reluctantly or in response to pressure. "For God loves a person who gives cheerfully." 8 And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need, and plenty left over to share with others. Proverbs 22:8-9 NLT - 8 Those who plant injustice will harvest disaster, and their reign of terror will come to an end. 9 Blessed are those who are generous, because they feed the poor. God will generously provide all you need! ■ Gracious giving is an act of worship and a reflection of love for God and His people. ■ Christians should give sacrificially, generously, and cheerfully. ■ Christians should give proportionally, using their abundance to meet the needs of others. Proverbs 19:17 says, If you help the poor, you are lending to the LORD — and he will repay you! Previous Next

Learn more about what it means to truly follow Christ, and how we can support you in your walk with God. Sharing the Gospel These resources provide you with simple and memorable ways to engage with those you encounter in life, empowering you to confidently introduce others to their loving Creator and Savior. Salvation Salvation and the forgiveness of sins do not hinge on a set of prescribed steps. Rather, they revolve around accepting Christ as our Savior and acknowledging His completed work on our behalf. The singular requirement from God is to take the step of receiving Jesus Christ as the Savior from sin, placing complete trust in Him as the sole path to salvation. This is one thing that distinguishes the Christian faith from other religions, which have lists of steps that must be followed in order to achieve their versions of salvation. The Christian faith recognizes that God has already fulfilled the necessary steps and invites the repentant to receive Him in faith, leading to a transformed life and renewed beliefs (Rom. 12:1-2) as one continues to walk with the Lord. The Journey The Christian journey encompasses significant stages, paralleling physical birth, education, and employment. In a spiritual context, individuals experience a new birth in Christ, progress in holiness through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, and ultimately, attain eternal communion with God. These moments are termed justification, sanctification, and glorification, describing the Christian path from spiritual rebirth to resurrection. 01 Justification An act of God whereby He pronounces a sinner to be righteous because of that sinner’s faith in Christ. We are justified (declared righteous) at the moment of our salvation, that is, when we confess and believe the Gospel. It is in that moment that we are brought into Christ and the Holy Spirit is brought into us. Rom. 10:9; Rom. 1:16- 17; 1 Cor. 1:30; 2 Cor. 5:17; 2 Cor. 5:21; Matt. 6:33 ; Acts 2:38 Core Beliefs Christianity is a historic faith with a long lineage of saints led by God who gave their lives to advance and defend it. There are certain truths (non-negotiable doctrines) one must hold in order to be a true follower of Christ Jesus according to Scripture. We understand it will take time to fully understand these doctrines, so we encourage you to engage with our discipleship opportunities by connecting with one of our leaders and signing up for a Bible class . 01 One God There is one triune God — the Creator of all things — existing eternally as Father, Son, and Holy Spir it. Luke 1:35; Matt. 3:16-17; Acts 7:55-56; 2 Co r. 13:14 Fellowship with God Being a follower of Jesus is more than a one-time experience, adopting a set of beliefs and "going to church" every Sunday. It's about having an on-going relationship with the true and living God — the Creator and Lover of your soul. As you seek Him in prayer, the reading of His word and other forms of worship, you will continue to deepen this relationship. It's important that we understand why we do things like sing, pray, read the Bible, give, serve, etc. and the role they play in our relationship with the Lord. These are all fundamental to understanding the purpose of humanity — to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. 01 Why read the Bible? Discovering who God is (theology) occurs through reading the Bible. We are called to worship Him in spirit and in truth — truth being an engaging of the mind. Submitting our minds to God and His word is a rich and satisfying form of worship. This sacred text holds His messages about life and accounts of God engaging with people, illustrating His care for humanity. Additionally, the Bible provides guidance on establishing a personal relationship with God. Psalm 33:4; Psalm 119:11; Ps alm 119:105; Heb. 4:12; Rom. 15:4; James 1:21; Eph. 6:17 ; John 8:31-32 ; 2 Tim. 3:16-17 Study Plan The Bible is a big book. It's actually a library of books. Reading it isn't a task to check off our list, but rather, a journey to embark on. While we would typically start reading any other book from the beginning, the Bible isn't just any other book. So where do we start? We start with the Gospels. Why? Because the Bible is one unified story that leads us to Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. The concept of starting with the Gospels is so that we can know who Jesus is, what He did and why He did it first, that way we have a framework for what the rest of the Bible is all about. Watching + Reading Watch the playlist below . There are 23 short videos total. Read the following books once you've watched the corresponding videos in the playlist — i.e. read the Gospel of John once you've watched the two summary videos about it. Read the Gospel of John to know who Jesus is. Read the Book of Acts to know the history of the early church and how it began. Read the Book of Romans to gain a better understanding of what it means to follow Christ. Watch the remaining videos in the playlist to help you understand some of the key concepts you read in John, Acts and Romans. After watching the playlist and reading these books you will have a strong foundation to build upon as you continue to explore the wondrous depths of Scripture. And of course, we have Bible classes, Life Groups , quarterly courses and more you can sign up to join , as well as leaders here to disciple you and answer questions you have along the way. Reading Plan Playlist Open Playlist in Youtube Know someone ready for the next step? Sign Up for Baptism

< Back Family Matters Pt. 3: Unmasking the Roots Pastor Nate Brosher Nov 16, 2025 1Kings 21:1-15 NLT - 1 Now there was a man named Naboth, from Jezreel, who owned a vineyard in Jezreel beside the palace of King Ahab of Samaria. 2 One day Ahab said to Naboth, "Since your vineyard is so convenient to my palace, I would like to buy it to use as a vegetable garden. I will give you a better vineyard in exchange, or if you prefer, I will pay you for it." 3 But Naboth replied, "The LORD forbid that I should give you the inheritance that was passed down by my ancestors." 4 So Ahab went home angry and sullen because of Naboth's answer. The king went to bed with his face to the wall and refused to eat! 5 "What's the matter?" his wife Jezebel asked him. "What's made you so upset that you're not eating?" 6 "I asked Naboth to sell me his vineyard or trade it, but he refused!" Ahab told her. 7 "Are you the king of Israel or not?" Jezebel demanded. "Get up and eat something, and don't worry about it. I'll get you Naboth's vineyard!" 8 So she wrote letters in Ahab's name, sealed them with his seal, and sent them to the elders and other leaders of the town where Naboth lived. 9 In her letters she commanded: "Call the citizens together for fasting and prayer, and give Naboth a place of honor. 10 And then seat two scoundrels across from him who will accuse him of cursing God and the king. Then take him out and stone him to death." 11 So the elders and other town leaders followed the instructions Jezebel had written in the letters. 12 They called for a fast and put Naboth at a prominent place before the people. 13 Then the two scoundrels came and sat down across from him. And they accused Naboth before all the people, saying, "He cursed God and the king." So, he was dragged outside the town and stoned to death. 14 The town leaders then sent word to Jezebel, "Naboth has been stoned to death." 15 When Jezebel heard the news, she said to Ahab, "You know the vineyard Naboth wouldn't sell you? Well, you can have it now! He's dead!" 1. Root of Rebellion Hebrews 13:17 NLT - 17 Obey your spiritual leaders and do what they say. Their work is to watch over your souls, and they are accountable to God. Give them reason to do this with joy and not with sorrow. That would certainly not be for your benefit. 1Samuel 15:23 NKJV - 23 For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry. Because you have rejected the word of the LORD, He also has rejected you from being king." God equates rebellion with witchcraft. Do we impose our will/agenda on others? 2Kings 9:22 NLT - 22 King Joram demanded, "Do you come in peace, Jehu?" Jehu replied, "How can there be peace as long as the idolatry and witchcraft of your mother, Jezebel, are all around us?" 2. Root of Bitterness Hebrews 12:15 ESV - 15 See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no "root of bitterness" springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled. Bitterness will produce sour fruit! (Immorality, lifelong anger, resentment or a pattern of broken relationships.) 3. Root of Bondage Romans 8:15 NKJV - 15 For you did not receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption by whom we cry out, "Abba, Father." “A root of bondage leads to fear and produces spirits of legalism, depression, servitude, enslavement, and control.” John Paul Jackson 2Corinthians 3:17 ESV - 17 Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 4. Root of Fear Job 3:25 NKJV - 25 For the thing I greatly feared has come upon me, and what I dreaded has happened to me. A mindset of fear may begin in childhood. Weaknesses can also arise from spoken fears of our parents and others. Previous Next

< Back Advent Season: Maranatha Pastor Nate Brosher Dec 7, 2025 1Corinthians 16:21-24 KJV - 21 The salutation of me Paul with my own hand. 22 If any man loves not the Lord Jesus Christ, let him be Anathema Maranatha. 23 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. 24 My love be with you all in Christ Jesus. Amen. 1. The Dividing of Humanity Paul said, “If any man loves not the Lord Jesus Christ let him be Anathema.” “Anathema” - Accursed, excommunicated, devoted to the direst of woes. "Maranatha" - "Our Lord, come!" or "Our Lord has come!" Joshua 24:14-15 NLT - 14 "So fear the LORD and serve him wholeheartedly. Put away forever the idols your ancestors worshiped when they lived beyond the Euphrates River and in Egypt. Serve the LORD alone. 15 But if you refuse to serve the LORD, then choose today whom you will serve. Would you prefer the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates? Or will it be the gods of the Amorites in whose land you now live? But as for me and my family, we will serve the LORD." “Choose today whom you will serve?” 2. The Return of Christ Divides Humanity Those who love Jesus -> Maranatha (Joy, Hope, Reward) Those who reject Jesus -> Anathema (Judgement, cursed, cut-off) The Gospel always carries two realities: 1. Salvation for those who receive Christ Romans 10:11-13 NLT - 11 As the Scriptures tell us, "Anyone who trusts in him will never be disgraced." 12 Jew and Gentile are the same in this respect. They have the same Lord, who gives generously to all who call on him. 13 For "Everyone who calls on the name of the LORD will be saved." Acts 2:21 NLT - 21 But everyone who calls on the name of the LORD will be saved.' 2. Judgement for those who reject Christ. John 3:18-20 ESV - 18 Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe is condemned already, because he has not believed in the name of the only Son of God. 19 And this is the judgment: the light has come into the world, and people loved the darkness rather than the light because their works were evil. 20 For everyone who does wicked things hates the light and does not come to the light, lest his works should be exposed. 3. The Emotional Weight Sorrow for those who reject Christ - Anathema Eager expectation for Jesus’ return - Maranatha Isaiah 9:6 ESV - 6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Psalm 24:7-10 NLT - 7 Open up, ancient gates! Open up, ancient doors, and let the King of glory enter. 8 Who is the King of glory? The LORD, strong and mighty; the LORD, invincible/mighty in battle. 9 Open up, ancient gates! Open up, ancient doors, and let the King of glory enter. 10 Who is the King of glory? The LORD of Heaven's Armies--he is the King of glory. Previous Next