From October 4, 2026 Sermon - James 1:12-181) Why is it so important to recognize God's motives in our trials? What happens when we misunderstand or misrepresent his motives?2) What are some ways that celebrating God's love can become more a part of your normal...
From September 27, 2026 Sermon - James 1:9-111) Pick a recent trial for reflection and describe it. What are the circumstances? How did you experience the "squeeze" or weight of it?2) What feels under attack in this particular trial? What kind of loss is at...
From September 20, 2026 Sermon - James 1:5-81) What are some differences you see between the wisdom of God and the wisdom of the world? Consider how either one answers questions like: "Who am I?", "Where am I?", "What is the problem (if there actually...
From September 13, 2026 Sermon - James 1:1-4 NRS "1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes in the Dispersion: Greetings. 2 My brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of any kind, consider...
From September 6, 2026 Sermon - Psalm 981) The sermon pointed out that some of our joylessness is the result of seeking lesser "salvations" that can only fail us. How have you seen this pattern in your life?2) What makes Jesus the kind of king...
Worship Greetings, church family!Every Sunday at First Pres, two of our middle schoolers put on white robes, process to light the candles, help with the offering, and then carry the light back out at the end of the service. We call them acolytes, which means an...
The Dogwood Literacy Council has seen a lot of change this past year, and as one of their long-time ministry partners, FPC has been glad to walk alongside them. Leah Ellcey has recently taken on the role of Executive Director and Brandy Cowell that of...
From August 30, 2026 Sermon - Psalm 291) The sermon mentions both activism (being sure to be involved in the right causes) and moralism (being sure to look like the right kind of person) as ways we might try to hide from God. How do...
From August 23, 2026 Sermon - Psalm 241) Where are you resistant to Jesus telling you what to do? Consider categories like your emotions, or your schedule, or your resources. Where does Jesus showing up make you feel uncomfortable?2) The sermon mentioned the benefit of...
From August 16, 2026 Sermon - Psalm 231) Consider a time when you felt satisfied. What was satisfying about that time? What was going on in and around you that felt so satisfying?2) Do you feel confident that the Lord is near to you in...
