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Stories: Zacchaeus

First Church Williamsport

July 12, 2026

When the scandalous grace of Jesus impacts us in our soul, it gets exemplified outwardly in our generosity in all ways towards others and with God. Luke 19:1-10 Reverend Dr. Matt Lake July 12, 2026

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Overcoming the idol of comfort in our lives is not a matter of trying harder or being driven by shame, but rather by knowing and embracing the surpassing love of Jesus in our lives. Luke 9:23-24 and Philippians 3:7-14 Reverend Dr. Matt Lake August 2, 2026

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Idolatry: Technology

First Church Williamsport

Aug. 9, 2026

If we are not careful, we will be formed by the idol of technology that is ever more present in our lives as a first priority, rather than formation in the embodied practices of Christ. Exodus 32:1-8 and Colossians 3:1-4 (NIV) Rev. Dr. Matt Lake August 9, 2026

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Idolatry: The Idol of Self

First Church Williamsport

Aug. 16, 2026

When we experience the love of the Risen Christ who gave His life for us in a real and intentional way, the idol of the self loses its grip on our lives and Jesus becomes our first priority. Genesis 3:4-5 (NIV) and Galatians 2:11-13, 19-21 (MSG) Rev. Dr. Matt Lake August 16, 2026

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Self Portrait of a Serial Killer Audiobook by Dr. H.H. Holmes

Audiobooks Make Multitasking More Enjoyable Through Captivating Storytelling and Emotional Literary Adventures

Nov. 7, 2019

Listen to full audiobook for free : https://litupbook.com/free Title: Self Portrait of a Serial KillerSubtitle: H.H. Holmes in His Own WordsCategories: Biography, Murder, Serial Killer, True CrimeAuthor: Dr. H.H. HolmesNarrator: Derek Vaughan Brown, Lauren Anderson, Rex AndersonPublisher: Media Got…

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Episode 13: When It’s Time to Let Go and Move Forward

Going Deeper: Questions, Scripture, and the Life Worth Pursuing

Aug. 27, 2026

How do you know when a season of life is over—and how do you move into the next one without carrying the past with you? Jody Ray and Matt Lake talk about change, regret, surrender, and learning to recognize the seasons God leads us through. They share personal experiences of holding on too long, c…

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Entering the Kingdom, Journey Through Exodus: Known and Remembered

First Church Williamsport

Sept. 13, 2026

The balcony story of Exodus reminds us that God both knows us and remembers us in our sin slavery, and ultimately delivers us from that slavery. Exodus 1:6-14; 2:23-25 Rev. Dr. Matt Lake September 13, 2026 (Fall Kickoff Sunday)

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Entering the Kingdom, Journey Through Exodus: The Name

First Church Williamsport

Sept. 20, 2026

Moses was called forth to live his life in light of the ultimate reality of God’s holy name, “I AM.” We are called to do the same today. Exodus 3:1-14 Rev. Dr. Matt Lake September 20, 2026

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