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The Goddard Church
The Goddard Church
300 N Cedar
Goddard, KS 67052
Thegoddardchurch.org
(316)794-2207
A Global Methodist Congregation
Deep Dive


The Transformation of Grace-Filled Giving | Deep Dive Week 4
Discover the beautiful shift from obligation to overflow in your financial stewardship. Under the Law, tithing was mandatory—a measured ten percent with no exceptions. But grace transforms everything. Grace-filled giving isn't about lowering standards; it's about elevating hearts. Learn why the tithe becomes a joyful minimum rather than a burden, and how the early church modeled radical generosity that met every need. Join us this Sunday at 10 AM as we explore what it means t
Corbin Riley
Nov 20, 20253 min read


Worship Before Law: The Ancient Pattern of Giving | Deep Dive Week 1
Long before Moses received the Law, Abraham encountered Melchizedek and gave a tenth of everything—not from obligation, but from worship. This ancient pattern reveals that generosity flows from a grateful heart that's encountered God's goodness. When we bring our tithe to the storehouse, we're not fulfilling duty; we're expressing devotion. Join us this Sunday at 10 AM as we explore how worship before law transforms our approach to giving, trust, and intimacy with God.
Corbin Riley
Oct 28, 20254 min read


Transformation Through Contemplation: The Secret of Real Change
What if spiritual transformation isn't about trying harder but looking longer? In 2 Corinthians 3:18, Paul reveals a revolutionary truth: we're changed by contemplating God's glory, not by striving through effort. Like branches that don't strain to produce fruit but simply stay connected to the vine, transformation happens through consistent exposure to God's presence. The change you're longing for might be waiting in the one place you've overlooked: simply being with God.
Corbin Riley
Oct 7, 20255 min read


Standing Firm in Faith: When Pressure Meets Purpose | Deep Dive Week 2
The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego isn't just an ancient tale of miraculous rescue—it's a blueprint for when conviction collides with cultural pressure. Their "but if not" faith reveals something profound: trusting God doesn't mean demanding our preferred outcome. It means following Him regardless of the result. The pressure to conform increases when faithfulness becomes visible, but here's the truth: you may not control whether you end up in the fire, but you're ne
Corbin Riley
Sep 30, 20254 min read
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