Sermons
Genuine Peace
For this second week of our Advent Series, “Preparing for Christmas,” we welcome back Dr. Bill and Ann Clemmer, International Ministries Global Servants to the Democratic Republic of Congo. They will be sharing with us updates about their work and ministries since their last visit, and what it means to them to have the “Genuine…
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Essential Hope
In Essential Hope, Pastor Doug Scalise opens Advent with Isaiah 2:1–5, reminding us that Christian hope is not sentimental or decorative—it is necessary for facing a fearful and anxious world. This sermon highlights Isaiah’s bold vision of nations streaming toward God, weapons transformed into tools for life, and people walking in the light of the…
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God’s Purpose
In God’s Purpose, Pastor Doug Scalise explores Malachi 3:16–4:6 and reminds us that God sees, remembers, and distinguishes those who take Him seriously. Even in ordinary moments of faithfulness, God “takes note,” writing the names of those who revere Him in His book of remembrance. Malachi reveals both a sober warning and a hope-filled promise:…
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God’s Mercy: Return Unto Me
As we continue our series this week, we’ll be looking at one of my favorite and most memorable verses from scripture. This verse inspires how we share our time, talents, and treasures with love for God and others. In the New Testament, Jesus sees and praises a poor widow for her generosity of heart in…
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Be Careful What You Wish For… God’s Justice – Delayed, Purifying and Perfect
In God’s Justice, part of the series Six Things About God That Don’t Change, we are reminded to “Be Careful What You Wish For…” In Malachi 2:17–3:5, God’s people cry out, “Where is the God of justice?”—not realizing that divine justice begins with purification before judgment. Like a refiner’s fire and fuller’s soap, God’s justice…
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God’s Faithfulness
In God’s Faithfulness, part of the series Six Things About God That Don’t Change, Pastor Doug Scalise explores how God remains steadfast even when people are not. In Malachi 2:10-16, the prophet confronts Israel’s unfaithfulness in relationships and worship, revealing how betrayal breaks covenant and wounds community. Yet through this message, we see that God’s…
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The World’s Freest Slave
This month marks the 30th Anniversary of Pastor Doug and Jill Scalise following God’s call to ministry to Brewster Baptist Church. To celebrate, we are having ONE combined service at 10:00 a.m. We welcome Rev. Greg Scalise to preach about the life Jesus gives that frees us to serve and live a life of meaning. …
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God’s Glory
In God’s Glory, part of the series Six Things About God That Don’t Change, we are reminded that God alone is worthy of our highest honor and wholehearted worship. In Malachi 1:6 – 2:2, God challenges His priests—and us—to stop offering half-hearted devotion and instead give Him our very best. When we treat God as…
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God’s Love
In God’s Love, part of the series Six Things About God That Don’t Change, we are reminded that God’s love is steadfast and unchanging—even when we doubt, struggle, or turn away. Through Malachi 1:1–5, we see that God’s love is based on His promise, not our performance, and it continues to reach beyond borders and…
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