Parker Ford Church's Podcast

Reflections on Spiritual Formation: Defender of the WeakTwo men went up to the temple to pray...Have you heard this one? One man sought to justify himself by comparing his actions to others. The other man beat his chest and cried out in vulnerable confession about his sinfulness and brokenness. Which man went home justified? Self-righteousness is the great enemy to Spiritual Formation. In today's mid-week teaching we examine the truth that God alone can be our true Defender. We hope you will join us for this timely message. 

From Genesis to Revelation the Scriptures reveal God's love for all people from all the nations of the earth. In today's service we're talking about God's heart for the nations. Join us as we explore the amazing picture of the nations gathered around the throne of Jesus found in Revelation 5. 

Reflections on Spiritual Formation: Can I Change?In today's mid-week teaching we ask the question, "Can I actually change?" So many of us experience the hopeless feeling of being stuck. Have you struggled with this? Why can't I seem to break bad habits, or stop eating junk food, or live a more loving life? If you are anything like me (or the 7.5 billion other people on earth), then yes, you too have felt this frustration. Today we examine and survey some of the key "change" words that the Scriptures utilize - words like transformation, repentance, and sanctification. Join us as we continue our series on Spiritual Formation. 

He is risen! Welcome to our Easter celebration. We are so glad to have you with us today. The bodily resurrection of Jesus is the cornerstone of the Christian faith. Join us as we explore one of the primary results of the resurrection of Jesus - reconciliation. Reconciliation between Jews and Gentiles was the original gospel issue that dominated the first generation of church history and it was possible because Jesus was raised from the dead. Resurrection and reconciliation are as closely tied today as they were 2,000 years ago. We hope you'll join us for this vital message. 

Message from Pastor Tim Doering.

Easter Sunday - Renee Kaplan- Resurrection Day: Luke 24:1-12; 35-53

Holy Week - Good Friday (evening): Nancy Elliot- Mark 15:16-47

Holy Week - Friday (mid-day): Tim Doering - Good Friday

Holy Week - Friday (morning): Betty and Byron Wenger - Mark 14:43-15:15

Holy Week - Thursday: Wes Ovens - John 13:1-30

Holy Week - Wednesday: Ryan and Kristin Moyer -John 12:37-50

Lent: WorshipEach Wednesday during Lent we're focusing on one Spiritual Discipline. This week our focus is worship.

Holy Week - Tuesday: Stacy Wampler - John 12:20-36

Holy Week - Monday: Dave and Liz Simon -John 12:1-11 

Hosanna! Today we celebrate the Triumphal Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. Within a few short days many of the same people who welcomed Jesus with the waving of palm branches and shouts of acclamation were shouting "Crucify him!" Why did things change so quickly? Today we examine the expectations we put on God and what happens when He doesn't do what we want or expect Him to do.

Palm Sunday: Jim Hollen - Matthew 21:1-17 

Lent: ConfessionEach Wednesday during Lent we're focusing on one Spiritual Discipline. This week our focus is confession.

Costly Faith: When It Costs Too Much (2)Jesus didn't pretend that following Him would be easier than it actually is. He wasn't going to falsely advertise a life of ease and comfort. Rather, Jesus warned anyone who expressed interest in following Him of the cost. It was a cost that He knew all too well. It was a cost that He was ready and willing to pay. Join us today as we meditate on the cost that Christ paid for us.

Lent: ServiceEach Wednesday during Lent we're focusing on one Spiritual Discipline. This week our focus is service.

Costly Faith - Faith When It Costs Too Much (Part 1)Did you know that a Gentile prostitute is listed in both the genealogy of Jesus and listed among the heroes of the faith in Hebrews 11? It may sound crazy, but it's true. In this weekend's service we continue our "Costly Faith" service and begin a two part teaching on faith and the cost of discipleship. Join us as we explore the story of this unlikely example of faith and  what it means to "count the cost."