On action steps in sermons

At the end of this past week’s sermon, I made a point that perhaps could use a bit more explanation. I said: “You may notice that I’m not leaving you with any specific actions steps, and I often don’t leave you with action steps. This isn’t because there are no action...

2026 State of the Church Address

The turn of the calendar presents a natural time for reflecting on the past, and considering the future. Over the past almost nine years Roots Church has existed, I have taken this opportunity to reflect and consider the state of our church. Here is some of what’s on...

The right fear of the Lord

In the sermon text yesterday (Genesis 28:10-22), God appears to Jacob in a dream. When Jacob wakes up, he realizes that this was no ordinary dream, and responds with, “Surely, the LORD is in this place, and I did not know it.” And then we are told, “And he was afraid...

To those suffering

In my conversations and meetings with people recently, I have been struck by how prevalent suffering is among our body. Many have gone through, or are currently going through, deep and painful suffering, either as the result of their own sin, others sin against them,...
Ministry Spotlight: Kurt & Kim Johnson

Ministry Spotlight: Kurt & Kim Johnson

This week in our Ministry Spotlight, we are getting to know Kurt and Kim Johnson. Keep reading to hear about this sweet couple, their story, the work of God’s grace in their lives and how they are serving the mission of the church to spread the gospel and see...