There's something profound happening in Genesis 45 that speaks directly to one of the most challenging callings in the Christian life. After years of separation, deception, and pain, Joseph finally reveals himself to his brothers—the very ones who sold him into slavery decades earlier. This moment isn't just ancient history; it's a blueprint for understanding how God works reconciliation in our li...  Read More

WORSHIP SERVICE  //  10:00amGenesis 47:13-31 - "The Big Picture" - Lead Pastor Craig BabcockYOUTH GROUP  //  10:30amOur Jr. and Sr. High youth participate in corporate worship with the congregation. We then invite them to join upstairs for a time of teaching and prayer. TRAINING GROUND SERVICE: 6:30pmLuke 19:28-40 - "The Triumphal Entry" - Jacob AinsworthYOUTH GROUP HANGOUT: 6:45pmOur Jr. and Sr. ...  Read More

Worship Service: 10:00amGenesis 47:1-12 - "Blessing Pharoah" - Lead Pastor Craig BabcockYouth Group: 10:00am - Upstairs after worship Potluck: 6:00pm - bring a dish to share and enjoy eating together before service beginsTraining Ground Service: 6:45pmLuke 19:11-27 - "Investing in God's Kingdom" - Youth Pastor Jordan DuranYouth Group: 10:00am - Upstairs after worship Women's Bible Study: 9:30amVil...  Read More

There's a powerful verse tucked into the story of Joseph that reveals something profound about how God works in our lives: "As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good to bring it about that many people should be kept alive" (Genesis 50:20).This isn't just ancient history. It's a pattern that God continues to weave through human lives—taking our worst moments, our deepest sins...  Read More

Every August brings a change of season. School begins again, the weather starts to hint at cooler days, and life settles into a familiar rhythm that feels a bit more normal. This time of year often carries a sense of hope as we look forward to fall and even long for the season to come. Yet it can also bring a sense of sadness as summer gives way to longer, colder nights. In times of change, there ...  Read More

Driving across the eastern Colorado plains during a dry season reveals an interesting phenomenon. In the midst of brown, parched grass, you can trace the path of a creek by following the line of green trees and bushes meandering across the landscape. These trees thrive while everything around them withers, their roots reaching deep into the life-giving water below.The prophet Jeremiah captured thi...  Read More

The pages of Genesis are filled with raw, messy family drama that mirrors our own lives more than we might want to admit. In the story of Joseph and his brothers, we encounter one of the most challenging questions believers face: How do we handle difficult situations when duty collides with personal pain? We live in a world that celebrates independence, yet God designed us for something different—...  Read More

There's a peculiar truth about following God that most of us discover the hard way: faithfulness doesn't lead to less responsibility—it leads to more.This reality unfolds dramatically in the life of Joseph as he transitions from prisoner to prime minister in a single day. One moment he's languishing in an Egyptian dungeon, forgotten and seemingly forsaken. The next, he's standing before Pharaoh, i...  Read More

Life has a peculiar way of placing us in situations we never anticipated. One moment we're in the depths of despair, and the next, we're thrust into positions of responsibility that seem far beyond our capabilities. The story of Joseph in Genesis 41 offers us a masterclass in navigating these unexpected transitions with wisdom, faithfulness, and trust in God. After two long years in prison, Joseph...  Read More

March 1, 1950, started like any other Wednesday evening at Westside Baptist Church in Beatrice, Nebraska. The choir was scheduled to meet at 7:25 p.m. sharp—the director was known for her punctuality. But that night, something strange happened. Every single member of the fifteen-person choir was running late.The pastor had to iron his daughter's dress after a dinner mishap. Two sisters had car tro...  Read More

“Do all things without grumbling or disputing,” -Philippians 2:14 (ESV)Lord open our minds and soften our hearts as we discuss this topic of marriage. Help us to set aside any & all hurts, disputes and complaints and come and sit in Your presence as we learn what Your word has to say. In Jesus name, Amen.“So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He c...  Read More

There's something profoundly challenging about following God's calling when the path leads somewhere completely unexpected. We envision our faithful service resulting in blessing, favor, and smooth sailing. But what happens when obedience lands us in slavery? When doing the right thing puts us in prison? When we serve with excellence only to face false accusations?The story of Joseph reveals a unc...  Read More