Origins – Societal Sex

November 17, 2024
Ancient Greeks and Romans had a drastically different view of what was allowed sexually. The good news is the Gospel has redefined sex for the entire world and in its sunrise has protected the most vulnerable in a society.
In Psalm 119, the Psalmist uses 176 verses on a single subject: the beauty and benefits of God’s word. The Psalmist’s goal is the same as our goal for Edgewater; to be a Church who approaches scripture seeking its greatest benefit.

Biblical Grit

August 25, 2024
Biblical Grit, which is defined in scripture as Christian steadfastness and endurance. This type of Christian grit is full of hope because it has at its core a faith that rests in God's promises, and is empowered by grace.
What is the Old Testament about? The repetition of sin and failure can get monotonous and confusing. What is the goal? What is the solution? How can a people be changed? Zephaniah gives us the heart of the message of the Old Testament.
Everyone knows the story of Jonah and the whale. However, most of our mental pictures are from Veggie Tales and distort the incredible message of this prophet. Jonah isn’t about Nineveh, whales or dying plants; it is a mirror for the reader's heart.

Heart Trouble

November 10, 2019
Bible Text: James 3:1-12; Romans 10:9; Matthew 12:36-37, 18:15-20; Proverbs 18:21; Jeremiah 9:23-24; 15:19; | Preacher: Matt Heverly | Series: James

Pleasure

January 13, 2019
Bible Text: Ecclesiastes 1:12-16, 2:1-10, 15,17,18, 20, 7:28, 3:11; Genesis 2:7; Romans 6; Psalm 16:11; 1 Timothy 6:17; Psalm 27:4 | Preacher: Matt Heverly | Series: Ecclesiastes