Rev. Jimmy Criddle
Generational Faith

Generational Faith

October 19, 2025 – In 1 Samuel 3:1-10, the Lord calls to the young boy Samuel while he is ministering under the priest Eli, who has grown old and whose sons are wicked. Samuel, initially believing Eli is calling him, runs to the priest three times. Eli eventually realizes the Lord is speaking to Samuel and instructs him on how to respond: to say, “Speak, Lord, for your servant hears”. When the Lord calls Samuel’s name a fourth time…

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Adventure Awaits

Adventure Awaits

October 05, 2025 – Adventure Awaits
Hebrews 11, known as the “Hall of Faith,” defines faith as the assurance of things hoped for and conviction of things not seen, highlighting how numerous Old Testament figures—including Abel, Abraham, Moses, and Rahab—lived by faith in God and His promises. The chapter details their faithful actions, emphasizing that their faith was expressed through obedience…

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Unbent

Unbent

September 14, 2025 – Unbent – In Luke 13:10-17, Jesus heals a woman who had been crippled by a spirit for 18 years while teaching in a synagogue on the Sabbath, causing the synagogue leader to condemn his actions as a violation of the Sabbath law. Jesus counters by arguing for compassion, pointing out the hypocrisy of the leader and followers who would care for their animals on the Sabbath but not…

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The Day Courage Spoke Up – Ester

The Day Courage Spoke Up – Ester

September 7, 2025 – Esther 4:1–17; 5:1–8 Esther didn’t plan to be a hero — she just said “yes” when it mattered most. What will you do when it’s your turn to speak up? In Esther 4, Mordecai learns of Haman’s plot to exterminate the Jews and urges Esther, the queen, to intervene with the king. Esther initially hesitates, citing the law forbidding uninvited access to the king…

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The Day a Quitter Got Back in the Game – John Mark

The Day a Quitter Got Back in the Game – John Mark

August 31, 2025 – Acts 13:13, 15:36-41, and 2 Timothy 4:11 all involve John Mark and his relationship with Paul and Barnabas. In Acts 13:13, John Mark leaves Paul and Barnabas during their first missionary journey. In Acts 15:36-41, Paul and Barnabas have a sharp disagreement over whether to take John Mark on a second missionary journey, leading to their separation….

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The Day Integrity Was Tested – Daniel

The Day Integrity Was Tested – Daniel

August 24, 2025 – Daniel 6:1–28 tells the story of Daniel, a high-ranking official in the kingdom of King Darius, who faces persecution due to his unwavering faith. Jealous officials plot to trap Daniel by tricking Darius into creating a law forbidding prayer to any god but the king. Despite the decree, Daniel continues to pray to God….

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The Day That Wouldn’t Slow Down – Mary/Martha

The Day That Wouldn’t Slow Down – Mary/Martha

August 17, 2025 – Ever have a day so full you miss the most important thing? Martha did — and Jesus shows her (and us) how to choose what matters most.
Luke 10:38-42 describes Jesus visiting the home of Mary and Martha. Martha is busy with household tasks while Mary sits at Jesus’ feet, listening to his teachings. When Martha complains…

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Rooted In His Presence

Rooted In His Presence

August 10, 2025 – Rooted in His Presence
Colossians 4:2-6 emphasizes prayer, wisdom in conduct, and gracious speech towards outsiders. Specifically, believers are encouraged to be devoted to prayer, being watchful and thankful, and to pray for opportunities to share the mystery of Christ. They should also conduct themselves wisely

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Wearing What Matters

Wearing What Matters

August 3, 2025 – Colossians 3:12-17 instructs believers to clothe themselves with virtues like compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, and to forgive one another as Christ forgave them. Love is emphasized as the ultimate unifying force, and believers are urged to let the peace of Christ rule in their hearts and to be thankful.

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Worship Without Borders

Worship Without Borders

July 20, 2025 – Psalm 96
This week we reflects on a recent mission trip to Nicaragua, highlighting the passion and presence of God in the lives of the people they encountered. Jimmy emphasizes the importance of declaring God’s glory and wondrous works among all nations, drawing inspiration from Psalm 96.

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Love Without Borders

Love Without Borders

June 29, 2025 – Love Without Borders
1 John 4:4-9 and 20-21, emphasizes that God is love and that true love is demonstrated by loving others, especially fellow believers. Those who claim to love God but hate others are liars, and love is perfected in believers as they reflect Jesus’s love in this world.

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This Is How We Know

This Is How We Know

June 22, 2025 – This Is How We Know
1 John 3:11-24 emphasizes the importance of loving one another as a defining characteristic of being a child of God. It contrasts loving actions with hatred, highlighting that true love is not just words but also deeds, mirroring the sacrificial love of Jesus.

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Wake Up to the Father’s Love

Wake Up to the Father’s Love

June 15, 2025 – Wake Up to the Father’s Love
John 3:1-10 (NRSV) emphasizes the love of the Father, God’s children, and the contrast between those who are born of God and those who are not. It highlights the importance of righteousness and love as characteristics of God’s children.

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The Jesus Way

The Jesus Way

June 8, 2025 – The Jesus Way
1 John 2:3-11 emphasizes the importance of love and obedience as indicators of a genuine faith in Christ. It highlights that those who claim to know God but don’t obey His commandments are in darkness and deception. Conversely, those who love their fellow believers and live in obedience

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The Lie We Tell Ourselves

The Lie We Tell Ourselves

1 John 1:1-10 emphasizes the importance of walking in the light and confessing our sins to maintain fellowship with God.It highlights that God is light, and if we deny our sin or claim to be sinless, we are lying and deceiving ourselves. The key message is to recognize our sinfulness, confess it to God…

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