CityChurch FTL https://citychurchftl.com/ Brad Schmidt & Brad Jones podcast@citychurchftl.com Brad Schmidt & Brad Jones CityChurch is a historically rooted and spiritually diverse Christian community that enriches lives and inspires hope. We seek to make the Christian faith plausible, relevant, and increasingly valuable in people's lives. CityChurch is a historically rooted and spiritually diverse Christian community that enriches lives and inspires hope. We seek to make the Christian faith plausible, relevant, and increasingly valuable in people's lives. en © 2026 CityChurch no The Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:5-15) Brad Schmidt <p>Prayer is not about proving our devotion, but returning our hearts to the Father who already sees and loves us. In Matthew 6:5-15, Jesus gives us a prayer that quiets our restless striving and teaches us to live as beloved children of God.</p> <p>Prayer is not about proving our devotion, but returning our hearts to the Father who already sees and loves us. In Matthew 6:5-15, Jesus gives us a prayer that quiets our restless striving and teaches us to live as beloved children of God.</p> Prayer is not about proving our devotion, but returning our hearts to the Father who already sees and loves us. In Matthew 6:5-15, Jesus gives us a prayer that quiets our restless striving and teaches us to live as beloved children of God.

]]> Sun, 24 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2049 1 0771eb69cf8daa75fb1103f73fbb62f0 no A Prayer for Renewal (Isaiah 64:1-8) Brad Jones <p>Isaiah 64 is a heartfelt prayer for renewal, revival, and the presence of God. As Isaiah asks God to “come down,” we’re invited to bring our need honestly before the Father who meets broken people with grace, mercy, and restoring love. </p> <p>Isaiah 64 is a heartfelt prayer for renewal, revival, and the presence of God. As Isaiah asks God to “come down,” we’re invited to bring our need honestly before the Father who meets broken people with grace, mercy, and restoring love. </p> Isaiah 64 is a heartfelt prayer for renewal, revival, and the presence of God. As Isaiah asks God to “come down,” we’re invited to bring our need honestly before the Father who meets broken people with grace, mercy, and restoring love. 

]]> Sun, 17 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2038 2 39c65544f2068df0985478a257b630a2 no Pleading for Restoration (Psalm 51) Brad Schmidt <p>In Psalm 51, David stops hiding and honestly confronts the depth of his sin, bringing his guilt and shame before God in repentance. This psalm shows that real change begins not through self-improvement, but through the mercy of a God who cleanses, restores, and holds the door open for broken people through steadfast love.</p> <p>In Psalm 51, David stops hiding and honestly confronts the depth of his sin, bringing his guilt and shame before God in repentance. This psalm shows that real change begins not through self-improvement, but through the mercy of a God who cleanses, restores, and holds the door open for broken people through steadfast love.</p> In Psalm 51, David stops hiding and honestly confronts the depth of his sin, bringing his guilt and shame before God in repentance. This psalm shows that real change begins not through self-improvement, but through the mercy of a God who cleanses, restores, and holds the door open for broken people through steadfast love.

]]> Sun, 10 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1952 3 62958f37913ee9d1c7a9942d7a326bc1 no A Prayer of Lament (Psalm 88) Brad Schmidt <p>What do you do when the darkness doesn’t lift and God feels silent? Psalm 88 invites us to bring our deepest pain honestly to God, reminding us that even when we feel abandoned, we are not alone because Jesus has entered the darkness for us.</p> <p>What do you do when the darkness doesn’t lift and God feels silent? Psalm 88 invites us to bring our deepest pain honestly to God, reminding us that even when we feel abandoned, we are not alone because Jesus has entered the darkness for us.</p> What do you do when the darkness doesn’t lift and God feels silent? Psalm 88 invites us to bring our deepest pain honestly to God, reminding us that even when we feel abandoned, we are not alone because Jesus has entered the darkness for us.

]]> Sun, 03 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1752 4 a340f7d57937845c6ef8732cdd211daa no A Prayer of Trust (1 Samuel 2:1-10) Brad Jones <p>What if unanswered prayers are not signs of God’s absence, but invitations to know Him more deeply? Hannah’s story shows us a God who meets us in our pain, reshapes our desires, and proves that His grace is enough—even before circumstances change.</p> <p>What if unanswered prayers are not signs of God’s absence, but invitations to know Him more deeply? Hannah’s story shows us a God who meets us in our pain, reshapes our desires, and proves that His grace is enough—even before circumstances change.</p> What if unanswered prayers are not signs of God’s absence, but invitations to know Him more deeply? Hannah’s story shows us a God who meets us in our pain, reshapes our desires, and proves that His grace is enough—even before circumstances change.

]]> Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1923 5 efa998d35f49a88c0bd7da37e66a0dc6 no Prayer of Presence (Exodus 33 & 34) Brad Schmidt <p>What are you really asking for when you pray—God’s help, or God Himself? In Exodus 33–34, Moses shows us that true prayer longs for God’s presence above all, pointing us to the ultimate revelation of His glory in Jesus.</p> <p>What are you really asking for when you pray—God’s help, or God Himself? In Exodus 33–34, Moses shows us that true prayer longs for God’s presence above all, pointing us to the ultimate revelation of His glory in Jesus.</p> What are you really asking for when you pray—God’s help, or God Himself? In Exodus 33–34, Moses shows us that true prayer longs for God’s presence above all, pointing us to the ultimate revelation of His glory in Jesus.

]]> Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1952 6 a44d525241e7948308d94f8cae0a1cc2 no Wrestling With God (Gen. 32:24-30) Brad Jones <p>What if the struggle you’re trying to escape is actually where you meet God? In Genesis 32, Jacob wrestles through fear and failure to discover that true blessing comes not from striving, but from holding on to the God who refuses to let go.</p> <p>What if the struggle you’re trying to escape is actually where you meet God? In Genesis 32, Jacob wrestles through fear and failure to discover that true blessing comes not from striving, but from holding on to the God who refuses to let go.</p> What if the struggle you’re trying to escape is actually where you meet God? In Genesis 32, Jacob wrestles through fear and failure to discover that true blessing comes not from striving, but from holding on to the God who refuses to let go.

]]> Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1982 7 90304584b3cb4af980a588138f112c89 no What If? (Luke 24:1-12) Brad Schmidt <p>What if Easter means your worst moment is not your final one? In Luke 24:1–12, the empty tomb invites us to question, to run, and to discover that because Jesus is alive, grace has the last word.</p> <p>What if Easter means your worst moment is not your final one? In Luke 24:1–12, the empty tomb invites us to question, to run, and to discover that because Jesus is alive, grace has the last word.</p> What if Easter means your worst moment is not your final one? In Luke 24:1–12, the empty tomb invites us to question, to run, and to discover that because Jesus is alive, grace has the last word.

]]> Sun, 05 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1775 8 ea983f396c359713580b39a0c7277910 no Palm Sunday: The King Who Gets Low (Phil. 2:1-11) Brad Schmidt <p>What if the greatest problem in our lives isn’t out there—but within us? In Philippians 2, we meet a King who humbles Himself to the point of the cross, showing us that true glory is found not in self-exaltation but in sacrificial love.</p> <p>What if the greatest problem in our lives isn’t out there—but within us? In Philippians 2, we meet a King who humbles Himself to the point of the cross, showing us that true glory is found not in self-exaltation but in sacrificial love.</p> What if the greatest problem in our lives isn’t out there—but within us? In Philippians 2, we meet a King who humbles Himself to the point of the cross, showing us that true glory is found not in self-exaltation but in sacrificial love.

]]> Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1636 9 c6ade4585442361a7a8f46bc0d616bb7 no Kingdom Priorities (Mark 5:22-43) Brad Jones <p>What if the delays in your life are not obstacles—but invitations to trust Jesus more deeply? In Mark 5:22–43, we see a Savior who meets us in desperation, reverses expectations, and proves that even in the waiting, He is working toward healing, hope, and resurrection.</p> <p>What if the delays in your life are not obstacles—but invitations to trust Jesus more deeply? In Mark 5:22–43, we see a Savior who meets us in desperation, reverses expectations, and proves that even in the waiting, He is working toward healing, hope, and resurrection.</p> What if the delays in your life are not obstacles—but invitations to trust Jesus more deeply? In Mark 5:22–43, we see a Savior who meets us in desperation, reverses expectations, and proves that even in the waiting, He is working toward healing, hope, and resurrection.

]]> Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2187 10 bc3956479b800083a9904cbab674e74f no Steadfast in Prayer (Colossians 4:2-6) Brad Schmidt <p>In Colossians 4:2–6, Paul encourages believers to live with an outward focus—devoting themselves to prayer, walking wisely among outsiders, and speaking about Christ with grace. Christian witness is not about winning arguments or forcing belief, but about sharing the good news with humility, kindness, and trust that God alone opens hearts to the gospel.</p> <p>In Colossians 4:2–6, Paul encourages believers to live with an outward focus—devoting themselves to prayer, walking wisely among outsiders, and speaking about Christ with grace. Christian witness is not about winning arguments or forcing belief, but about sharing the good news with humility, kindness, and trust that God alone opens hearts to the gospel.</p> In Colossians 4:2–6, Paul encourages believers to live with an outward focus—devoting themselves to prayer, walking wisely among outsiders, and speaking about Christ with grace. Christian witness is not about winning arguments or forcing belief, but about sharing the good news with humility, kindness, and trust that God alone opens hearts to the gospel.

]]> Sun, 15 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1385 11 3e4946d0463568e6acae0535c5ed9287 no The Gospel’s Effect (Col. 3:17- 4:1) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage, Paul shows how the gospel reshapes everyday relationships—marriage, parenting, and work—by redefining power itself. Instead of using authority for control or privilege, the gospel turns leadership into sacrificial service, modeled after Jesus, the true Master who used His power to serve and give His life for others.</p> <p>In this passage, Paul shows how the gospel reshapes everyday relationships—marriage, parenting, and work—by redefining power itself. Instead of using authority for control or privilege, the gospel turns leadership into sacrificial service, modeled after Jesus, the true Master who used His power to serve and give His life for others.</p> In this passage, Paul shows how the gospel reshapes everyday relationships—marriage, parenting, and work—by redefining power itself. Instead of using authority for control or privilege, the gospel turns leadership into sacrificial service, modeled after Jesus, the true Master who used His power to serve and give His life for others.

]]> Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1827 12 a1dba7c1ad91a0e3da310ab02b2c7c7a no Put on a New Self (Col. 3:5-17) Brad Jones <p>Why do our deepest struggles keep resurfacing, no matter how hard we try? Colossians 3:5–17 shows that lasting change comes not from self-improvement but from a new identity in Christ—an identity that replaces false saviors with grace and reshapes how we love, forgive, and live together.</p> <p>Why do our deepest struggles keep resurfacing, no matter how hard we try? Colossians 3:5–17 shows that lasting change comes not from self-improvement but from a new identity in Christ—an identity that replaces false saviors with grace and reshapes how we love, forgive, and live together.</p> Why do our deepest struggles keep resurfacing, no matter how hard we try? Colossians 3:5–17 shows that lasting change comes not from self-improvement but from a new identity in Christ—an identity that replaces false saviors with grace and reshapes how we love, forgive, and live together.

]]> Sun, 01 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1984 13 57229b293f4201d95a929d075447171a no Hidden With Christ (Colossians. 3:1-4) Brad Schmidt <p>Are you living like everything still depends on you? Colossians 3:1–4 invites us to lift our eyes to where Christ reigns, reminding us that our identity is secure, our future is settled, and the story already ends in glory</p> <p>Are you living like everything still depends on you? Colossians 3:1–4 invites us to lift our eyes to where Christ reigns, reminding us that our identity is secure, our future is settled, and the story already ends in glory</p> Are you living like everything still depends on you? Colossians 3:1–4 invites us to lift our eyes to where Christ reigns, reminding us that our identity is secure, our future is settled, and the story already ends in glory

]]> Sun, 15 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1768 14 56f12fe5fb94070f91c658d3c11a4b26 no Lack of Judgement (Col. 2:16-23) Brad Schmidt <p>When does devotion turn into exhaustion? In Colossians 2:16–23, Paul exposes how rule-keeping and comparison drain the soul and calls us back to Christ alone—the source of true freedom and life.</p> <p>When does devotion turn into exhaustion? In Colossians 2:16–23, Paul exposes how rule-keeping and comparison drain the soul and calls us back to Christ alone—the source of true freedom and life.</p> When does devotion turn into exhaustion? In Colossians 2:16–23, Paul exposes how rule-keeping and comparison drain the soul and calls us back to Christ alone—the source of true freedom and life.

]]> Sun, 08 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1934 15 bdee9e9ebdbbf674500420ee2c28b9a6 no Living by Grace (Colossians 2:6-15) Brad Jones <p>How do we keep walking by grace when fear, guilt, and pressure creep back in? Colossians 2:6–15 reminds us that the cross has already settled the verdict—our debt is canceled, the accuser is disarmed, and Christ’s victory is now our freedom.</p> <p>How do we keep walking by grace when fear, guilt, and pressure creep back in? Colossians 2:6–15 reminds us that the cross has already settled the verdict—our debt is canceled, the accuser is disarmed, and Christ’s victory is now our freedom.</p> How do we keep walking by grace when fear, guilt, and pressure creep back in? Colossians 2:6–15 reminds us that the cross has already settled the verdict—our debt is canceled, the accuser is disarmed, and Christ’s victory is now our freedom.

]]> Sun, 01 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1524 16 022d22a918085c2b2000f55de9498954 no Suffering, Struggling, and Serving (Colossians 1:24-2:5) Brad Jones <p>Paul reframes suffering as neither meaningless nor wasted, but as something God redeems for the good of others and the advance of the gospel. Rooted in the hope of Christ in you, this passage shows that Christian suffering is never isolated—it becomes a visible witness of God’s love, power, and reconciling grace at work in the world.</p> <p>Paul reframes suffering as neither meaningless nor wasted, but as something God redeems for the good of others and the advance of the gospel. Rooted in the hope of Christ in you, this passage shows that Christian suffering is never isolated—it becomes a visible witness of God’s love, power, and reconciling grace at work in the world.</p> Paul reframes suffering as neither meaningless nor wasted, but as something God redeems for the good of others and the advance of the gospel. Rooted in the hope of Christ in you, this passage shows that Christian suffering is never isolated—it becomes a visible witness of God’s love, power, and reconciling grace at work in the world.

]]> Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1985 17 76ccd41de67d8138d4aa7f8e70b92d09 no Christ Above All (Colossians 1:15-23) Brad Schmidt <p>In Colossians 1:15–23, Paul lifts our eyes to see Jesus as He truly is—not merely helpful or inspiring, but supreme over all creation, the source, sustainer, and goal of everything that exists. This exalted Christ is also the reconciling Savior, who entered our rebellion, laid down His life, and now presents us holy, forgiven, and free from accusation—reordering every part of our lives around His gracious rule.</p> <p>In Colossians 1:15–23, Paul lifts our eyes to see Jesus as He truly is—not merely helpful or inspiring, but supreme over all creation, the source, sustainer, and goal of everything that exists. This exalted Christ is also the reconciling Savior, who entered our rebellion, laid down His life, and now presents us holy, forgiven, and free from accusation—reordering every part of our lives around His gracious rule.</p> In Colossians 1:15–23, Paul lifts our eyes to see Jesus as He truly is—not merely helpful or inspiring, but supreme over all creation, the source, sustainer, and goal of everything that exists. This exalted Christ is also the reconciling Savior, who entered our rebellion, laid down His life, and now presents us holy, forgiven, and free from accusation—reordering every part of our lives around His gracious rule.

]]> Sun, 18 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2041 18 3da5d63b96ea0fc64ad759f746427113 no Growing in Grace (Colossians 1:1-14) Brad Schmidt <p>Is the gospel shaping your life—or just being heard? In Colossians 1:1–14, Paul reminds us that the good news of Jesus doesn’t merely inform us; it transforms us, producing deep-rooted joy and growth that flows from grace, not effort.</p> <p>Is the gospel shaping your life—or just being heard? In Colossians 1:1–14, Paul reminds us that the good news of Jesus doesn’t merely inform us; it transforms us, producing deep-rooted joy and growth that flows from grace, not effort.</p> Is the gospel shaping your life—or just being heard? In Colossians 1:1–14, Paul reminds us that the good news of Jesus doesn’t merely inform us; it transforms us, producing deep-rooted joy and growth that flows from grace, not effort.

]]> Sun, 11 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2110 19 d79511276c134eabc64d60007b039e5d no 20th Anniversary Service Brad Jones, Brad Schmidt, Phil Letizia <p>In Colossians 4:7–18, Paul closes his letter not with theology alone, but with names—reminding us that the gospel moves forward through ordinary people who faithfully carry grace together. As CityChurch celebrates 20 years, Pastors Brad Schmidt, Brad Jones, and former CityChurch Wilton Manors pastor Phil Letizia reflect on the unseen labor, shared suffering, and sustaining grace that have shaped this community—testifying that there are no heroes here but Jesus, and that grace has always had the final word.</p> <p>In Colossians 4:7–18, Paul closes his letter not with theology alone, but with names—reminding us that the gospel moves forward through ordinary people who faithfully carry grace together. As CityChurch celebrates 20 years, Pastors Brad Schmidt, Brad Jones, and former CityChurch Wilton Manors pastor Phil Letizia reflect on the unseen labor, shared suffering, and sustaining grace that have shaped this community—testifying that there are no heroes here but Jesus, and that grace has always had the final word.</p> In Colossians 4:7–18, Paul closes his letter not with theology alone, but with names—reminding us that the gospel moves forward through ordinary people who faithfully carry grace together. As CityChurch celebrates 20 years, Pastors Brad Schmidt, Brad Jones, and former CityChurch Wilton Manors pastor Phil Letizia reflect on the unseen labor, shared suffering, and sustaining grace that have shaped this community—testifying that there are no heroes here but Jesus, and that grace has always had the final word.

]]> Sun, 22 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1695 20 9f60371cf80f869edc78fdecc4b5bf42 no To Stand Firm (Phil. 3:12-4:1) Brad Schmidt <p>What does it look like to stay faithful when following Jesus feels costly or exhausting? In Philippians 3, Paul reminds us that endurance flows not from grit, but from grace—pressing on because Christ has already claimed us as His own.</p> <p>What does it look like to stay faithful when following Jesus feels costly or exhausting? In Philippians 3, Paul reminds us that endurance flows not from grit, but from grace—pressing on because Christ has already claimed us as His own.</p> What does it look like to stay faithful when following Jesus feels costly or exhausting? In Philippians 3, Paul reminds us that endurance flows not from grit, but from grace—pressing on because Christ has already claimed us as His own.

]]> Sun, 04 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1796 21 c93664b8350f1f16324517a581c983da no The Nightmare After Christmas (Matthew 2:13-18) Gianluca Cueva <p>What happens when grief and loss interrupt the joy of Christmas? In Matthew 2:13–18, we confront sorrow, violence, and lament—yet discover a subversive hope in Christ, who meets us in our pain and promises that darkness will not have the final word.</p> <p>What happens when grief and loss interrupt the joy of Christmas? In Matthew 2:13–18, we confront sorrow, violence, and lament—yet discover a subversive hope in Christ, who meets us in our pain and promises that darkness will not have the final word.</p> What happens when grief and loss interrupt the joy of Christmas? In Matthew 2:13–18, we confront sorrow, violence, and lament—yet discover a subversive hope in Christ, who meets us in our pain and promises that darkness will not have the final word.

]]> Sun, 28 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2117 22 481953a5d8538e5fd17ca6f013967c74 no Behold, The Lamb of God (John 1-5, 9-14, 29) Brad Jones <p>What if salvation begins not with effort, but with where we fix our eyes? In John 1, we are invited to behold Jesus—the Lamb of God—whose life, death, and presence fulfill every promise and give us grace upon grace.</p> <p>What if salvation begins not with effort, but with where we fix our eyes? In John 1, we are invited to behold Jesus—the Lamb of God—whose life, death, and presence fulfill every promise and give us grace upon grace.</p> What if salvation begins not with effort, but with where we fix our eyes? In John 1, we are invited to behold Jesus—the Lamb of God—whose life, death, and presence fulfill every promise and give us grace upon grace.

]]> Sun, 21 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1894 23 0f632804d392a6de464c6fecca52bdc8 no All We Like Sheep (Isaiah 53) Brad Schmidt <p>Isaiah 53 exposes the heart of our condition—“all we like sheep have gone astray”—revealing that the essence of sin is my way. Yet in stunning grace, God answers with His way: the suffering servant who was pierced for our transgressions and crushed for our iniquities, taking our guilt and giving us His righteousness.</p> <p>Isaiah 53 exposes the heart of our condition—“all we like sheep have gone astray”—revealing that the essence of sin is my way. Yet in stunning grace, God answers with His way: the suffering servant who was pierced for our transgressions and crushed for our iniquities, taking our guilt and giving us His righteousness.</p> Isaiah 53 exposes the heart of our condition—“all we like sheep have gone astray”—revealing that the essence of sin is my way. Yet in stunning grace, God answers with His way: the suffering servant who was pierced for our transgressions and crushed for our iniquities, taking our guilt and giving us His righteousness.

]]> Sun, 14 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1819 24 ebc1e91172c5974d21cbff03a6de5493 no The Passover Lamb (Exodus 12:1-13) Brad Schmidt <p>In Exodus 12, the night of the Passover reveals both the seriousness of sin and the depth of God’s mercy. Every home faced judgment—but in mercy, God provided a substitute: the blood of a spotless lamb, pointing to Jesus, the true Lamb whose sacrifice brings freedom and forgiveness.</p> <p>In Exodus 12, the night of the Passover reveals both the seriousness of sin and the depth of God’s mercy. Every home faced judgment—but in mercy, God provided a substitute: the blood of a spotless lamb, pointing to Jesus, the true Lamb whose sacrifice brings freedom and forgiveness.</p> In Exodus 12, the night of the Passover reveals both the seriousness of sin and the depth of God’s mercy. Every home faced judgment—but in mercy, God provided a substitute: the blood of a spotless lamb, pointing to Jesus, the true Lamb whose sacrifice brings freedom and forgiveness.

]]> Sun, 30 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1975 25 3c558e504f0830b2ca632543fccc4157 no God Will Provide (Genesis 22:1-14) Brad Jones <p>When God asks Abraham to sacrifice Isaac, it feels like the unthinkable—a test that pierces the heart of faith itself. Yet on that mountain, God reveals His own heart: providing the substitute that points to Jesus, the true Son who gave Himself so we could finally rest in His perfect love and provision.</p> <p>When God asks Abraham to sacrifice Isaac, it feels like the unthinkable—a test that pierces the heart of faith itself. Yet on that mountain, God reveals His own heart: providing the substitute that points to Jesus, the true Son who gave Himself so we could finally rest in His perfect love and provision.</p> When God asks Abraham to sacrifice Isaac, it feels like the unthinkable—a test that pierces the heart of faith itself. Yet on that mountain, God reveals His own heart: providing the substitute that points to Jesus, the true Son who gave Himself so we could finally rest in His perfect love and provision.

]]> Sun, 23 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2163 26 74e2063c73dfebc59e4e33c886cc08f2 no Joy and Laughter (Genesis 18 & 21) Brad Jones <p>In Genesis 16 & 21, Sarah’s long disappointment hardens into cynicism, but God meets her with a promise too wonderful to imagine. See how His grace turns bitter laughter into joy and shows that nothing—not age, doubt, or failure—is too hard for Him.</p> <p>In Genesis 16 & 21, Sarah’s long disappointment hardens into cynicism, but God meets her with a promise too wonderful to imagine. See how His grace turns bitter laughter into joy and shows that nothing—not age, doubt, or failure—is too hard for Him.</p> In Genesis 16 & 21, Sarah’s long disappointment hardens into cynicism, but God meets her with a promise too wonderful to imagine. See how His grace turns bitter laughter into joy and shows that nothing—not age, doubt, or failure—is too hard for Him.

]]> Sun, 16 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1866 27 96607211293ce7f4b9ded81caa23e5cd no The God Who Hears (Genesis 16 and 21) Brad Schmidt <p>When life feels unseen or unfair, God’s eyes never turn away. His grace reaches the overlooked and restores the worth only His love can give. In Genesis 16 and 21, Sarah, Abraham, and Hagar are trapped in jealousy, shame, and cultural pressure—each trying to find worth through control, status, or success. But in the wilderness, God meets Hagar—the outsider and runaway—and reveals Himself as the God who sees, showing that His grace reaches those the world overlooks and that true freedom comes from being fully known and loved by Him. </p> <p>When life feels unseen or unfair, God’s eyes never turn away. His grace reaches the overlooked and restores the worth only His love can give. In Genesis 16 and 21, Sarah, Abraham, and Hagar are trapped in jealousy, shame, and cultural pressure—each trying to find worth through control, status, or success. But in the wilderness, God meets Hagar—the outsider and runaway—and reveals Himself as the God who sees, showing that His grace reaches those the world overlooks and that true freedom comes from being fully known and loved by Him. </p> When life feels unseen or unfair, God’s eyes never turn away. His grace reaches the overlooked and restores the worth only His love can give. In Genesis 16 and 21, Sarah, Abraham, and Hagar are trapped in jealousy, shame, and cultural pressure—each trying to find worth through control, status, or success. But in the wilderness, God meets Hagar—the outsider and runaway—and reveals Himself as the God who sees, showing that His grace reaches those the world overlooks and that true freedom comes from being fully known and loved by Him.

]]> Sun, 09 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1781 28 93da21aeb73ab5e12180eecfe9dbd393 no The Covenant (Genesis 15:1-21) Brad Jones <p>When doubt and fear cloud our faith, God meets us not with anger but assurance. Discover how His covenant love, sealed in Christ, anchors our confidence and ends our striving.</p> <p>When doubt and fear cloud our faith, God meets us not with anger but assurance. Discover how His covenant love, sealed in Christ, anchors our confidence and ends our striving.</p> When doubt and fear cloud our faith, God meets us not with anger but assurance. Discover how His covenant love, sealed in Christ, anchors our confidence and ends our striving.

]]> Sun, 02 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2102 29 2b1551fa79db34d747a61780ed7e4faf no Riches and Ambition (Genesis 13) Brad Schmidt <p>When ambition drives us to chase fulfillment apart from God, our hearts grow restless and fragile. Discover how Abraham’s faith shows a better foundation—one built on grace, not grasping.</p> <p>When ambition drives us to chase fulfillment apart from God, our hearts grow restless and fragile. Discover how Abraham’s faith shows a better foundation—one built on grace, not grasping.</p> When ambition drives us to chase fulfillment apart from God, our hearts grow restless and fragile. Discover how Abraham’s faith shows a better foundation—one built on grace, not grasping.

]]> Sun, 26 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1594 30 32ba8e390e290daeddd8f3e462577130 no The Call (Gen. 11:27–12:9) Brad Schmidt <p>Abraham’s story begins where hope ends. A barren woman. A broken family. A dark world. And then—God speaks. The story of Abraham isn’t just ancient history; it’s the story of every person who’s ever heard God’s call to leave comfort and follow in faith.</p> <p>Abraham’s story begins where hope ends. A barren woman. A broken family. A dark world. And then—God speaks. The story of Abraham isn’t just ancient history; it’s the story of every person who’s ever heard God’s call to leave comfort and follow in faith.</p> Abraham’s story begins where hope ends. A barren woman. A broken family. A dark world. And then—God speaks. The story of Abraham isn’t just ancient history; it’s the story of every person who’s ever heard God’s call to leave comfort and follow in faith.

]]> Sun, 19 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1869 31 35d279ca4bc643ac573f22dd88f00056 no Questioning Your Ambition (Gen. 11:1-9) Brad Schmidt <p>At Babel, humanity united to build a tower to make a name for themselves—seeking identity apart from God. But in Jesus, God comes down again—not to confuse our names, but to give us His, restoring the belonging and purpose we long for in the city.</p> <p>At Babel, humanity united to build a tower to make a name for themselves—seeking identity apart from God. But in Jesus, God comes down again—not to confuse our names, but to give us His, restoring the belonging and purpose we long for in the city.</p> At Babel, humanity united to build a tower to make a name for themselves—seeking identity apart from God. But in Jesus, God comes down again—not to confuse our names, but to give us His, restoring the belonging and purpose we long for in the city.

]]> Sun, 12 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1945 32 ffee82871954eea7149edf0f6839c366 no Grace Through Judgment ( Genesis 6) Brad Jones <p>When human corruption filled the earth, God’s grief turned to judgment—but even the floodwaters became a vessel of grace. In Noah’s ark, we glimpse the greater rescue of Jesus, the true and better Ark, who bears judgment for us and carries us safely into new life</p> <p>When human corruption filled the earth, God’s grief turned to judgment—but even the floodwaters became a vessel of grace. In Noah’s ark, we glimpse the greater rescue of Jesus, the true and better Ark, who bears judgment for us and carries us safely into new life</p> When human corruption filled the earth, God’s grief turned to judgment—but even the floodwaters became a vessel of grace. In Noah’s ark, we glimpse the greater rescue of Jesus, the true and better Ark, who bears judgment for us and carries us safely into new life

]]> Sun, 05 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1921 33 d6b44ce3ce93d1577557dc1443fb51fd no The Brother's Keeper (Genesis 4:1-16) Brad Schmidt <p>When jealousy turns to violence, Cain’s story warns us of sin’s power—but also points us to Jesus, our true Elder Brother, whose blood brings mercy and grace, not condemnation</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> <p>When jealousy turns to violence, Cain’s story warns us of sin’s power—but also points us to Jesus, our true Elder Brother, whose blood brings mercy and grace, not condemnation</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> When jealousy turns to violence, Cain’s story warns us of sin’s power—but also points us to Jesus, our true Elder Brother, whose blood brings mercy and grace, not condemnation



]]> Sun, 28 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2009 34 ad17c99619d675b05b63980e207b6fe5 no The Fall (Genesis 3) Brad Jones <p>In the fall of humanity, shame and exile entered the world, but so did God’s promise of redemption. Discover how Jesus, the true Lamb, covers our guilt and restores our longing for home.</p> <p>In the fall of humanity, shame and exile entered the world, but so did God’s promise of redemption. Discover how Jesus, the true Lamb, covers our guilt and restores our longing for home.</p> In the fall of humanity, shame and exile entered the world, but so did God’s promise of redemption. Discover how Jesus, the true Lamb, covers our guilt and restores our longing for home.

]]> Sun, 21 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1894 35 79d27f08de95c50c055f21eef3309b15 no The Gardener (Genesis 2:4-17 Brad Schmidt <p>From the beginning, God called us to cultivate His world, making even ordinary work an act of worship. As Genesis 2 reveals, in Christ, our labor regains dignity and becomes part of His new creation.</p> <p>From the beginning, God called us to cultivate His world, making even ordinary work an act of worship. As Genesis 2 reveals, in Christ, our labor regains dignity and becomes part of His new creation.</p> From the beginning, God called us to cultivate His world, making even ordinary work an act of worship. As Genesis 2 reveals, in Christ, our labor regains dignity and becomes part of His new creation.

]]> Sun, 14 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1422 36 4dc267f62169a2778e7e39e2573700d1 no In the Beginning (Genesis 1:26-31) Brad Schmidt <p>In the creation account, God declares humanity His image-bearers, giving us inherent dignity and worth rooted in His love and joy. Discover how this identity reshapes our understanding of value, community, and God’s redeeming presence in our brokenness.</p> <p>In the creation account, God declares humanity His image-bearers, giving us inherent dignity and worth rooted in His love and joy. Discover how this identity reshapes our understanding of value, community, and God’s redeeming presence in our brokenness.</p> In the creation account, God declares humanity His image-bearers, giving us inherent dignity and worth rooted in His love and joy. Discover how this identity reshapes our understanding of value, community, and God’s redeeming presence in our brokenness.

]]> Sun, 07 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1893 37 c787b049696e080ec6015cdb30a92fe0 no For the City (Jeremiah 29:4-14) Brad Jones <p>Jeremiah 29 calls God’s people not to withdraw or blend in, but to seek the peace and prosperity of the city where He has placed them. This hope-filled message shows how Christ’s sacrifice frees us to live as a blessing for our neighbors today.</p> <p>Jeremiah 29 calls God’s people not to withdraw or blend in, but to seek the peace and prosperity of the city where He has placed them. This hope-filled message shows how Christ’s sacrifice frees us to live as a blessing for our neighbors today.</p> Jeremiah 29 calls God’s people not to withdraw or blend in, but to seek the peace and prosperity of the city where He has placed them. This hope-filled message shows how Christ’s sacrifice frees us to live as a blessing for our neighbors today.

]]> Sun, 31 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2138 38 d0c0362c366f4e89c06c26c41a9575d8 no Mercy and Justice (Micah 6:6-8) Brad Schmidt <p>What does the Lord require of us? This message from Micah 6:6–8 calls us to live with a faith that moves beyond ritual into a life of justice for the oppressed, mercy for the vulnerable, and humility before God who first showed us grace.</p> <p>What does the Lord require of us? This message from Micah 6:6–8 calls us to live with a faith that moves beyond ritual into a life of justice for the oppressed, mercy for the vulnerable, and humility before God who first showed us grace.</p> What does the Lord require of us? This message from Micah 6:6–8 calls us to live with a faith that moves beyond ritual into a life of justice for the oppressed, mercy for the vulnerable, and humility before God who first showed us grace.

]]> Sun, 24 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1695 39 aa0fb34d4d49777ba4f191e61e5b5629 no Welcoming One Another (Romans 15:1-7) Brad Jones <p>In Romans 15, Paul shows us that true community is built on Christ’s welcome—one that meets us in weakness and turns strangers into family. This message invites us to practice gospel hospitality, bearing with one another, and creating a culture of grace for the glory of God.</p> <p>In Romans 15, Paul shows us that true community is built on Christ’s welcome—one that meets us in weakness and turns strangers into family. This message invites us to practice gospel hospitality, bearing with one another, and creating a culture of grace for the glory of God.</p> In Romans 15, Paul shows us that true community is built on Christ’s welcome—one that meets us in weakness and turns strangers into family. This message invites us to practice gospel hospitality, bearing with one another, and creating a culture of grace for the glory of God.

]]> Sun, 17 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1740 40 400c51dd39d28c1f624e0a6ef83df511 no An Accessible Faith (Acts 16:5, 13-34) Brad Schmidt <p>In Acts 16, God transforms a wealthy merchant, an exploited slave girl, and a hardened jailer—showing there’s no single “Christian type.” Through reason, justice, and the witness of joy in suffering, we see a gospel that breaks barriers and welcomes everyone into God’s family.</p> <p>In Acts 16, God transforms a wealthy merchant, an exploited slave girl, and a hardened jailer—showing there’s no single “Christian type.” Through reason, justice, and the witness of joy in suffering, we see a gospel that breaks barriers and welcomes everyone into God’s family.</p> In Acts 16, God transforms a wealthy merchant, an exploited slave girl, and a hardened jailer—showing there’s no single “Christian type.” Through reason, justice, and the witness of joy in suffering, we see a gospel that breaks barriers and welcomes everyone into God’s family.

]]> Sun, 10 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1823 41 f0659cbbf5928f7ef7f3ec1c394e7fd8 no Renewed by Grace (Ephesians 2:1-10) Brad Jones <p>God’s grace doesn’t just forgive—it moves us from spiritual death to life.  In Ephesians 2, Paul reminds us that salvation is entirely God’s gift, freeing us from boasting and reshaping our lives for the good works He prepared for us.</p> <p>God’s grace doesn’t just forgive—it moves us from spiritual death to life.  In Ephesians 2, Paul reminds us that salvation is entirely God’s gift, freeing us from boasting and reshaping our lives for the good works He prepared for us.</p> God’s grace doesn’t just forgive—it moves us from spiritual death to life.  In Ephesians 2, Paul reminds us that salvation is entirely God’s gift, freeing us from boasting and reshaping our lives for the good works He prepared for us.

]]> Sun, 03 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2104 42 c47603b0abe86d7ac1e8b4c9b4030605 no Not My Will but Yours (Matt. 26:30-46) Brad Schmidt <p>Unpack the true meaning of God's love by exploring Jesus's agonizing prayer in Gethsemane, a stark contrast to human weakness and betrayal. In Matthew 26, Jesus reveals how divine sacrifice bridges the relational gap created by sin, offering profound grace.</p> <p>Unpack the true meaning of God's love by exploring Jesus's agonizing prayer in Gethsemane, a stark contrast to human weakness and betrayal. In Matthew 26, Jesus reveals how divine sacrifice bridges the relational gap created by sin, offering profound grace.</p> Unpack the true meaning of God's love by exploring Jesus's agonizing prayer in Gethsemane, a stark contrast to human weakness and betrayal. In Matthew 26, Jesus reveals how divine sacrifice bridges the relational gap created by sin, offering profound grace.

]]> Sun, 27 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1958 43 adbe0aff1f4b21df055a6e5b0848f680 no The Great Commandment (Matt. 22:34-40; Luke 10:25-37) Brad Jones <p>In Luke 10, we see how the grace of Jesus transforms our hearts, that we may love God completely and earnestly take care of neighbors we might otherwise sidestep or ignore. True compassion comes naturally when we see how much Christ has loved us.</p> <p>In Luke 10, we see how the grace of Jesus transforms our hearts, that we may love God completely and earnestly take care of neighbors we might otherwise sidestep or ignore. True compassion comes naturally when we see how much Christ has loved us.</p> In Luke 10, we see how the grace of Jesus transforms our hearts, that we may love God completely and earnestly take care of neighbors we might otherwise sidestep or ignore. True compassion comes naturally when we see how much Christ has loved us.

]]> Sun, 20 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1995 44 f6d9af57eca1bba3e22583e2b71f4d5a no Single, Married, Hopeful (Matt. 19:3-9; 1 Cor. 7:1-2, 8-9, 10-17) Brad Jones <p>Discover how God’s vision for relationships reshapes our understanding of marriage, singleness, and divorce. The message found in 1 Corinthians 7 points to the hope found in Christ’s grace, transforming our deepest joys and pains.</p> <p>Discover how God’s vision for relationships reshapes our understanding of marriage, singleness, and divorce. The message found in 1 Corinthians 7 points to the hope found in Christ’s grace, transforming our deepest joys and pains.</p> Discover how God’s vision for relationships reshapes our understanding of marriage, singleness, and divorce. The message found in 1 Corinthians 7 points to the hope found in Christ’s grace, transforming our deepest joys and pains.

]]> Sun, 13 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1897 45 e691a3cb167d9a62178381f7926c7959 no Forgiveness (Matt. 18:15-17, 21-35) Tom Carpenter <p>Why is forgiveness so challenging yet so necessary? This message from Matthew 18 reminds us that forgiven people must become forgiving people.</p> <p>Why is forgiveness so challenging yet so necessary? This message from Matthew 18 reminds us that forgiven people must become forgiving people.</p> Why is forgiveness so challenging yet so necessary? This message from Matthew 18 reminds us that forgiven people must become forgiving people.

]]> Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2038 46 e3c11ef6fbdb09b055464f7583ad18c5 no Oh, To Be a Child Again (Matt. 18:1-14) Gianluca Cueva <p>What does it mean to be great in God’s kingdom? In this message, Gianluca Cueva shares Jesus’ call to childlike humility and vulnerability, reminding us of our priceless worth and God’s unfailing love that seeks and saves the lost. </p> <p>What does it mean to be great in God’s kingdom? In this message, Gianluca Cueva shares Jesus’ call to childlike humility and vulnerability, reminding us of our priceless worth and God’s unfailing love that seeks and saves the lost. </p> What does it mean to be great in God’s kingdom? In this message, Gianluca Cueva shares Jesus’ call to childlike humility and vulnerability, reminding us of our priceless worth and God’s unfailing love that seeks and saves the lost.

]]> Sun, 29 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1988 47 1e75afa839f68a9351c622756e1c69f0 no How to Find Yourself (Matt. 16:21-27) Brad Schmidt <p>What if true life begins by giving yours away? In Martthew 16, Pastor Brad Schmidt explores the radical love and costly forgiveness of Jesus, revealing that real fulfillment comes from denying self and embracing God’s mission.</p> <p>What if true life begins by giving yours away? In Martthew 16, Pastor Brad Schmidt explores the radical love and costly forgiveness of Jesus, revealing that real fulfillment comes from denying self and embracing God’s mission.</p> What if true life begins by giving yours away? In Martthew 16, Pastor Brad Schmidt explores the radical love and costly forgiveness of Jesus, revealing that real fulfillment comes from denying self and embracing God’s mission.

]]> Sun, 22 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2120 48 039064681cf56d6ff5740079481bc450 no The Seed (Matthew 13:1-8, 18-23) Brad Schmidt <p>Discover how the simple seed of God’s Word can break through the hardest places of your heart, bringing lasting transformation. Are you truly listening?</p> <p>Discover how the simple seed of God’s Word can break through the hardest places of your heart, bringing lasting transformation. Are you truly listening?</p> Discover how the simple seed of God’s Word can break through the hardest places of your heart, bringing lasting transformation. Are you truly listening?

]]> Sun, 15 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2024 49 dd1331a54e8bda6708163cbda4aa810a no Sabbath Rest (Matthew 12:1-21) Brad Schmidt <p>What happens when our faith becomes more about being right than about being kind? In this sermon from Matthew 12, we see Jesus challenge rigid rule-keeping and invite us into something better—a life marked by humility, mercy, and rest. Instead of drawing hard lines between who’s in and who’s out, Jesus meets us in the "messy middle," offering grace to the weary and dignity to the broken. </p> <p>What happens when our faith becomes more about being right than about being kind? In this sermon from Matthew 12, we see Jesus challenge rigid rule-keeping and invite us into something better—a life marked by humility, mercy, and rest. Instead of drawing hard lines between who’s in and who’s out, Jesus meets us in the "messy middle," offering grace to the weary and dignity to the broken. </p> What happens when our faith becomes more about being right than about being kind? In this sermon from Matthew 12, we see Jesus challenge rigid rule-keeping and invite us into something better—a life marked by humility, mercy, and rest. Instead of drawing hard lines between who’s in and who’s out, Jesus meets us in the "messy middle," offering grace to the weary and dignity to the broken. 

]]> Sun, 08 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1606 50 2a9d33f65f4941efb47de47e81f25ee6 no The Heart of Christ (Matthew 11:25-30) Brad Jones <p>What if the deepest truth about Jesus isn’t judgment—but gentleness? In Matthew 11, Jesus reveals his heart as “gentle and lowly,” offering real rest to the weary. Pastor Brad Jones looks at why we often resist him—not because of doubt, but because we don’t want to let go of control. Hear how grace meets pride, and how surrender leads to the kind of rest your soul craves.</p> <p>What if the deepest truth about Jesus isn’t judgment—but gentleness? In Matthew 11, Jesus reveals his heart as “gentle and lowly,” offering real rest to the weary. Pastor Brad Jones looks at why we often resist him—not because of doubt, but because we don’t want to let go of control. Hear how grace meets pride, and how surrender leads to the kind of rest your soul craves.</p> What if the deepest truth about Jesus isn’t judgment—but gentleness? In Matthew 11, Jesus reveals his heart as “gentle and lowly,” offering real rest to the weary. Pastor Brad Jones looks at why we often resist him—not because of doubt, but because we don’t want to let go of control. Hear how grace meets pride, and how surrender leads to the kind of rest your soul craves.

]]> Sun, 01 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1741 51 7d273232de589bd5bfbedebc764a6871 no Responding to Jesus (Matt. 11:16-24) Brad Schmidt <p>What keeps us from believing—even when the evidence is clear? In Matthew 11, we see how the unbelieving mind and the stubborn heart resist Jesus, not for lack of proof, but from a refusal to surrender control.</p> <p>What keeps us from believing—even when the evidence is clear? In Matthew 11, we see how the unbelieving mind and the stubborn heart resist Jesus, not for lack of proof, but from a refusal to surrender control.</p> What keeps us from believing—even when the evidence is clear? In Matthew 11, we see how the unbelieving mind and the stubborn heart resist Jesus, not for lack of proof, but from a refusal to surrender control.

]]> Sun, 25 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1764 52 6cd54baff81cf9794d429cc3cb775342 no More Than We Hoped (Matt. 9:1-8, 18-26) Brad Jones <p>When we come to Jesus with desperation, he often gives us more than we asked for—just not in the way or timing we expect. In Matthew 9, we see that our greatest needs aren’t always the most obvious, and God’s delays are often expressions of his deeper love.</p> <p>When we come to Jesus with desperation, he often gives us more than we asked for—just not in the way or timing we expect. In Matthew 9, we see that our greatest needs aren’t always the most obvious, and God’s delays are often expressions of his deeper love.</p> When we come to Jesus with desperation, he often gives us more than we asked for—just not in the way or timing we expect. In Matthew 9, we see that our greatest needs aren’t always the most obvious, and God’s delays are often expressions of his deeper love.

]]> Sun, 18 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1857 53 e847a4fe78d6fc7f5f718ff27f45f3bb no A Meal with Matthew (Matt. 9:9-13) Brad Jones <p>What if grace can’t be added to our efforts—but replaces them entirely? In this message from Matthew 9, we see Jesus offer scandalous grace to outsiders, challenging the self-righteous and inviting all to a new way of belonging at God's table.</p> <p>What if grace can’t be added to our efforts—but replaces them entirely? In this message from Matthew 9, we see Jesus offer scandalous grace to outsiders, challenging the self-righteous and inviting all to a new way of belonging at God's table.</p> What if grace can’t be added to our efforts—but replaces them entirely? In this message from Matthew 9, we see Jesus offer scandalous grace to outsiders, challenging the self-righteous and inviting all to a new way of belonging at God's table.

]]> Sun, 11 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2058 54 35f9969f561d92091c580a7717e1734d no Calming the Storm (Matt. 8:18-27) Brad Schmidt <p>When life’s storms rise, where do we turn? Matthew 8:18-27 reminds us that even in chaos, Jesus holds power over the wind, the waves, and our fears.</p> <p>When life’s storms rise, where do we turn? Matthew 8:18-27 reminds us that even in chaos, Jesus holds power over the wind, the waves, and our fears.</p> When life’s storms rise, where do we turn? Matthew 8:18-27 reminds us that even in chaos, Jesus holds power over the wind, the waves, and our fears.

]]> Sun, 04 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1550 55 cc0fac1b3e2ac28e7cafaa340428d2da no Jesus Heals the Sick (Matthew 8:1-17) Brad Schmidt <p>When Jesus comes down from the mountain, his authority moves from words to action—bringing healing to outcasts, Gentiles, and the overlooked. This sermon invites us to see the beauty of a Savior who touches the unclean, heals through weakness, and restores what the world has broken.</p> <p>When Jesus comes down from the mountain, his authority moves from words to action—bringing healing to outcasts, Gentiles, and the overlooked. This sermon invites us to see the beauty of a Savior who touches the unclean, heals through weakness, and restores what the world has broken.</p> When Jesus comes down from the mountain, his authority moves from words to action—bringing healing to outcasts, Gentiles, and the overlooked. This sermon invites us to see the beauty of a Savior who touches the unclean, heals through weakness, and restores what the world has broken.

]]> Sun, 27 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1875 56 54bf545b5e4baed04b1041dd263048b2 no The Triumphal Entry (Matthew 21:1-11) Brad Schmidt <p>On Palm Sunday, Jesus enters Jerusalem not with fanfare and force, but with humility and confrontation—riding a donkey, claiming divine authority, and upending expectations. This passage from Matthew 21, invites us to consider the kind of King Jesus is: one who confronts, surprises, and ultimately comforts by offering union with God through the cross.</p> <p>On Palm Sunday, Jesus enters Jerusalem not with fanfare and force, but with humility and confrontation—riding a donkey, claiming divine authority, and upending expectations. This passage from Matthew 21, invites us to consider the kind of King Jesus is: one who confronts, surprises, and ultimately comforts by offering union with God through the cross.</p> On Palm Sunday, Jesus enters Jerusalem not with fanfare and force, but with humility and confrontation—riding a donkey, claiming divine authority, and upending expectations. This passage from Matthew 21, invites us to consider the kind of King Jesus is: one who confronts, surprises, and ultimately comforts by offering union with God through the cross.

]]> Sun, 13 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1683 57 29949bb8c782fd059a3fac9a40be13ba no Real Faith (Matthew 7:13-27) Brad Schmidt <p>Pastor Brad Schmidt unpacks Matthew 7:13-27, highlighting Jesus’ call to intentionally choose the narrow path and build our lives securely on His teachings. Discover genuine faith is revealed not merely in what we say, but powerfully in how we live and respond to His truth.</p> <p>Pastor Brad Schmidt unpacks Matthew 7:13-27, highlighting Jesus’ call to intentionally choose the narrow path and build our lives securely on His teachings. Discover genuine faith is revealed not merely in what we say, but powerfully in how we live and respond to His truth.</p> Pastor Brad Schmidt unpacks Matthew 7:13-27, highlighting Jesus’ call to intentionally choose the narrow path and build our lives securely on His teachings. Discover genuine faith is revealed not merely in what we say, but powerfully in how we live and respond to His truth.

]]> Sun, 06 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1887 58 d5ef9d2f2fb4512f496649fbb0e70f37 no Why Are You Worried? (Matt. 6:25-34) Brad Jones <p>Why does Jesus tell us not to worry—when worry feels unavoidable? Pastor Brad Jones examines how worry often flows from misplaced trust and invites us to trade control for confidence in the care of our heavenly Father.</p> <p>Why does Jesus tell us not to worry—when worry feels unavoidable? Pastor Brad Jones examines how worry often flows from misplaced trust and invites us to trade control for confidence in the care of our heavenly Father.</p> Why does Jesus tell us not to worry—when worry feels unavoidable? Pastor Brad Jones examines how worry often flows from misplaced trust and invites us to trade control for confidence in the care of our heavenly Father.

]]> Sun, 30 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1842 59 1e4af5342e1a48ec5a8384230f7959d6 no What You Treasure (Matt. 6:19-24) Brad Schmidt <p>Discover how the pursuit of worldly wealth often distracts us from the eternal treasures that truly nourish our souls. In Matthew 6, Jesus challenges us to realign our focus toward what genuinely enriches our heart and spirit.</p> <p>Discover how the pursuit of worldly wealth often distracts us from the eternal treasures that truly nourish our souls. In Matthew 6, Jesus challenges us to realign our focus toward what genuinely enriches our heart and spirit.</p> Discover how the pursuit of worldly wealth often distracts us from the eternal treasures that truly nourish our souls. In Matthew 6, Jesus challenges us to realign our focus toward what genuinely enriches our heart and spirit.

]]> Sun, 23 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1713 60 3add22aa49e271d43d293d8a48a1898d no Whenever You Pray (Matt. 6:5-15) Brad Jones <p>What if prayer isn’t about getting things from God but about knowing Him? Pastor Brad Jones explores the Lord’s Prayer, discovering how it frees us from spiritual performance and leads us into a deeper trust in God’s love and sovereignty.</p> <p>What if prayer isn’t about getting things from God but about knowing Him? Pastor Brad Jones explores the Lord’s Prayer, discovering how it frees us from spiritual performance and leads us into a deeper trust in God’s love and sovereignty.</p> What if prayer isn’t about getting things from God but about knowing Him? Pastor Brad Jones explores the Lord’s Prayer, discovering how it frees us from spiritual performance and leads us into a deeper trust in God’s love and sovereignty.

]]> Sun, 16 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1805 61 2459e6a866acd44e4f1f6b039f507933 no Public Morality (Matt. 6:1-4) Brad Schmidt <p>In this sermon, we explore how Jesus challenges us to cultivate humility and sincerity in our charitable actions. Reflecting on Matthew 6:1–4, we discover that truly impactful giving is done quietly, seeking only God’s acknowledgment rather than human praise.</p> <p>In this sermon, we explore how Jesus challenges us to cultivate humility and sincerity in our charitable actions. Reflecting on Matthew 6:1–4, we discover that truly impactful giving is done quietly, seeking only God’s acknowledgment rather than human praise.</p> In this sermon, we explore how Jesus challenges us to cultivate humility and sincerity in our charitable actions. Reflecting on Matthew 6:1–4, we discover that truly impactful giving is done quietly, seeking only God’s acknowledgment rather than human praise.

]]> Sun, 09 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1799 62 53be4102c45573b544a340e84862f910 no Anger and Retaliation (Matt. 5:21-26, 38-48) Brad Jones <p>Jesus calls us to something deeper than just avoiding murder—He challenges us to confront the anger and resentment in our hearts before they take root. In this sermon concluding Mattew 5, we look at His radical call to forgiveness and grace, rejecting retaliation and choosing a love that reflects God’s own mercy.</p> <p>Jesus calls us to something deeper than just avoiding murder—He challenges us to confront the anger and resentment in our hearts before they take root. In this sermon concluding Mattew 5, we look at His radical call to forgiveness and grace, rejecting retaliation and choosing a love that reflects God’s own mercy.</p> Jesus calls us to something deeper than just avoiding murder—He challenges us to confront the anger and resentment in our hearts before they take root. In this sermon concluding Mattew 5, we look at His radical call to forgiveness and grace, rejecting retaliation and choosing a love that reflects God’s own mercy.

]]> Sun, 23 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1654 63 8f9df0c09b2bc0dfe35476915d80ead9 no Christ and the Law (Matthew 5:17-20) Brad Schmidt <p>In Matthew 5 Jesus redefines the law, urging us to pursue a righteousness that goes beyond mere rule-keeping. Join us as we unpack how His fulfillment of the law calls us to a transformative, heart-led faith that challenges conventional religious norms.</p> <p>In Matthew 5 Jesus redefines the law, urging us to pursue a righteousness that goes beyond mere rule-keeping. Join us as we unpack how His fulfillment of the law calls us to a transformative, heart-led faith that challenges conventional religious norms.</p> In Matthew 5 Jesus redefines the law, urging us to pursue a righteousness that goes beyond mere rule-keeping. Join us as we unpack how His fulfillment of the law calls us to a transformative, heart-led faith that challenges conventional religious norms.

]]> Sun, 16 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1790 64 6cf71be1c8fea101b4605bf0fd758b7b no Salt and Light (Matthew 5:13-16) Brad Jones <p>Jesus calls us to be salt and light—countercultural forces for good in a world desperate for truth, justice, and grace. This message from Matthew 5, reveals what it means to shine in the darkness, live as a city on a hill, and embrace the radical call to be a gospel-shaped community that preserves, illuminates, and transforms the world around us.</p> <p>Jesus calls us to be salt and light—countercultural forces for good in a world desperate for truth, justice, and grace. This message from Matthew 5, reveals what it means to shine in the darkness, live as a city on a hill, and embrace the radical call to be a gospel-shaped community that preserves, illuminates, and transforms the world around us.</p> Jesus calls us to be salt and light—countercultural forces for good in a world desperate for truth, justice, and grace. This message from Matthew 5, reveals what it means to shine in the darkness, live as a city on a hill, and embrace the radical call to be a gospel-shaped community that preserves, illuminates, and transforms the world around us.

]]> Sun, 09 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1765 65 0cd551dcd77695588164b7e58f306fa1 no The Blessed Life (Matthew 5:1-12) Brad Schmidt <p>The Beatitudes inspire believers to live with humility, mercy, and a strong faith. Join us as we unpack what it means to embrace God's grace, live distinctly in the world, and follow Jesus in a way that both challenges and attracts others.</p> <p>The Beatitudes inspire believers to live with humility, mercy, and a strong faith. Join us as we unpack what it means to embrace God's grace, live distinctly in the world, and follow Jesus in a way that both challenges and attracts others.</p> The Beatitudes inspire believers to live with humility, mercy, and a strong faith. Join us as we unpack what it means to embrace God's grace, live distinctly in the world, and follow Jesus in a way that both challenges and attracts others.

]]> Sun, 02 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1958 66 c7f353c9c69219d00b65e1ee5f7462be no The Kingdom of God (Matthew 4:12-17, 23-25) Brad Jones <p>This message from Pastor Brad Jones shares the powerful truths of God’s Kingdom in Matthew 4, looking at Jesus’ mission to bring people back to God, the call to turn from sin and believe, and how God’s Kingdom changes lives and brings light to the world.</p> <p>This message from Pastor Brad Jones shares the powerful truths of God’s Kingdom in Matthew 4, looking at Jesus’ mission to bring people back to God, the call to turn from sin and believe, and how God’s Kingdom changes lives and brings light to the world.</p> This message from Pastor Brad Jones shares the powerful truths of God’s Kingdom in Matthew 4, looking at Jesus’ mission to bring people back to God, the call to turn from sin and believe, and how God’s Kingdom changes lives and brings light to the world.

]]> Sun, 26 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1902 67 6978b3344739a0906abd48b770c1f9bf no The Temptation (Matt. 4:1-11) Brad Schmidt <p>From Matthew 4, we examine Jesus’ triumph over temptation in the wilderness, revealing the power of surrender and dependence on God by letting go of self-reliance and trusting fully in His Word.</p> <p>From Matthew 4, we examine Jesus’ triumph over temptation in the wilderness, revealing the power of surrender and dependence on God by letting go of self-reliance and trusting fully in His Word.</p> From Matthew 4, we examine Jesus’ triumph over temptation in the wilderness, revealing the power of surrender and dependence on God by letting go of self-reliance and trusting fully in His Word.

]]> Sun, 19 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1697 68 745fe8cea322cf05649dcbf676cf0399 no Who Is My Neighbor? (Luke 10:25-37) Brad Schmidt <p>Join us for a special Vision Sunday sermon rooted in the story of the Good Samaritan. Together, we’ll explore what it means to truly "see" others the way God does—beyond our comfort zones and differences.</p><p><br></p><p>This message casts a vision for our church's mission, specifically how we’re living out Christ’s call to love our neighbors through volunteering at our local elementary school. Hear inspiring stories of impact and discover how you can be part of this transformative work.</p><p><br></p><p>Let’s step boldly into God’s vision for our community, where love and service become a way of life. </p> <p>Join us for a special Vision Sunday sermon rooted in the story of the Good Samaritan. Together, we’ll explore what it means to truly "see" others the way God does—beyond our comfort zones and differences.</p><p><br></p><p>This message casts a vision for our church's mission, specifically how we’re living out Christ’s call to love our neighbors through volunteering at our local elementary school. Hear inspiring stories of impact and discover how you can be part of this transformative work.</p><p><br></p><p>Let’s step boldly into God’s vision for our community, where love and service become a way of life. </p> Join us for a special Vision Sunday sermon rooted in the story of the Good Samaritan. Together, we’ll explore what it means to truly "see" others the way God does—beyond our comfort zones and differences.


This message casts a vision for our church's mission, specifically how we’re living out Christ’s call to love our neighbors through volunteering at our local elementary school. Hear inspiring stories of impact and discover how you can be part of this transformative work.


Let’s step boldly into God’s vision for our community, where love and service become a way of life.

]]> Sun, 12 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2334 69 1505ee5bdb90acc1123f532813cde998 no God With Us (Matt. 1:18-23) Brad Jones <p>On Christmas Eve, Pastor Brad Jones reflects on the miraculous birth of Jesus, the fulfillment of God’s promise, ‘Emmanuel – God with us,’ and the deeper meaning of faith, the true spirit of Christmas, and the hope found in the Savior’s coming.</p> <p>On Christmas Eve, Pastor Brad Jones reflects on the miraculous birth of Jesus, the fulfillment of God’s promise, ‘Emmanuel – God with us,’ and the deeper meaning of faith, the true spirit of Christmas, and the hope found in the Savior’s coming.</p> On Christmas Eve, Pastor Brad Jones reflects on the miraculous birth of Jesus, the fulfillment of God’s promise, ‘Emmanuel – God with us,’ and the deeper meaning of faith, the true spirit of Christmas, and the hope found in the Savior’s coming.

]]> Tue, 24 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1043 70 1f4279a46d522d49e2dd6da724c9df75 no Prtepare Him Room (Matt. 3:1-17) Brad Jones <p>As we begin our journey through the Advent season, we look at John the Baptist’s call to repentance and readiness for the coming of God’s kingdom, and how it challenges us to confront self-reliance, embrace humility, and prepare our hearts to receive Christ as the fulfillment of God’s promises.</p> <p>As we begin our journey through the Advent season, we look at John the Baptist’s call to repentance and readiness for the coming of God’s kingdom, and how it challenges us to confront self-reliance, embrace humility, and prepare our hearts to receive Christ as the fulfillment of God’s promises.</p> As we begin our journey through the Advent season, we look at John the Baptist’s call to repentance and readiness for the coming of God’s kingdom, and how it challenges us to confront self-reliance, embrace humility, and prepare our hearts to receive Christ as the fulfillment of God’s promises.

]]> Sun, 01 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1688 71 87d2c798fc5898ac6b53892b92da89d6 no The Honor of the Gospel (Eph. 6:1-9) Brad Jones <p>The gospel transforms work and family, revealing purpose in every task and eternal impact in parenting with grace. From Ephesians 6, discover how Christ’s lordship shapes every role and why all we do for Him matters forever.</p> <p>The gospel transforms work and family, revealing purpose in every task and eternal impact in parenting with grace. From Ephesians 6, discover how Christ’s lordship shapes every role and why all we do for Him matters forever.</p> The gospel transforms work and family, revealing purpose in every task and eternal impact in parenting with grace. From Ephesians 6, discover how Christ’s lordship shapes every role and why all we do for Him matters forever.

]]> Sun, 17 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1770 72 2f19f901c3543ae70b98c3aec4dd59dc no Walk in Love (Eph. 5:1-20) Brad Schmidt <p>In Ephesians 5, Apostle Paul encourages us to imitate Christ by living a life of love and wisdom. We’ll look at the significance of walking in the light, making wise choices, and avoiding pitfalls that can lead us astray. Join us as we explore practical ways to cultivate a spirit of gratitude and discernment in our daily lives.</p> <p>In Ephesians 5, Apostle Paul encourages us to imitate Christ by living a life of love and wisdom. We’ll look at the significance of walking in the light, making wise choices, and avoiding pitfalls that can lead us astray. Join us as we explore practical ways to cultivate a spirit of gratitude and discernment in our daily lives.</p> In Ephesians 5, Apostle Paul encourages us to imitate Christ by living a life of love and wisdom. We’ll look at the significance of walking in the light, making wise choices, and avoiding pitfalls that can lead us astray. Join us as we explore practical ways to cultivate a spirit of gratitude and discernment in our daily lives.

]]> Sun, 03 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2005 73 e1c199c78a3d0a41c185de6a4d642742 no The New Self (Eph. 4:17-32) Brad Jones <p>The last half of Ephesians 4, calls us to “put off the old self” and embrace a new life rooted in truth, integrity, and grace. We'll explore how to live out our gospel identity, speaking truth in love and reflecting the character of Christ in our relationships and actions.</p> <p>The last half of Ephesians 4, calls us to “put off the old self” and embrace a new life rooted in truth, integrity, and grace. We'll explore how to live out our gospel identity, speaking truth in love and reflecting the character of Christ in our relationships and actions.</p> The last half of Ephesians 4, calls us to “put off the old self” and embrace a new life rooted in truth, integrity, and grace. We'll explore how to live out our gospel identity, speaking truth in love and reflecting the character of Christ in our relationships and actions.

]]> Sun, 27 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1909 74 38ec57ea9a0e9a8182199309dbf6674a no Building Up the Body (Eph. 4:1-16) Brad Schmidt <p>In Ephesians 4, Paul urges believers to live a life worthy of their calling by cultivating unity through humility, gentleness, and patience. He emphasizes that as one body in Christ, we are bound together by one Spirit, one Lord, and one faith, reflecting the oneness of God.</p> <p>In Ephesians 4, Paul urges believers to live a life worthy of their calling by cultivating unity through humility, gentleness, and patience. He emphasizes that as one body in Christ, we are bound together by one Spirit, one Lord, and one faith, reflecting the oneness of God.</p> In Ephesians 4, Paul urges believers to live a life worthy of their calling by cultivating unity through humility, gentleness, and patience. He emphasizes that as one body in Christ, we are bound together by one Spirit, one Lord, and one faith, reflecting the oneness of God.

]]> Sun, 20 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1703 75 084a2ac4e9d63a196f9f694d2d63138e no To Grasp What is True (Eph. 3:14-21) Brad Jones <p>In Ephesians 3, Paul reminds us that true faith is not just intellectual but becomes real and life-changing when deeply experienced through the Holy Spirit, impacting how we live and love.</p> <p>In Ephesians 3, Paul reminds us that true faith is not just intellectual but becomes real and life-changing when deeply experienced through the Holy Spirit, impacting how we live and love.</p> In Ephesians 3, Paul reminds us that true faith is not just intellectual but becomes real and life-changing when deeply experienced through the Holy Spirit, impacting how we live and love.

]]> Sun, 13 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1725 76 85c4aa0a3de2ffbb44af73773b5b7bf3 no A Foretaste of the Future (Eph. 3:1-13) Brad Schmidt <p>In Ephesians 3, we explore Paul’s revelation of the mystery of Christ and how God’s plan of salvation unites us through the gospel. It reminds us of the gift of being part of God’s plan and encourages us to share Christ’s love with everyone.</p> <p>In Ephesians 3, we explore Paul’s revelation of the mystery of Christ and how God’s plan of salvation unites us through the gospel. It reminds us of the gift of being part of God’s plan and encourages us to share Christ’s love with everyone.</p> In Ephesians 3, we explore Paul’s revelation of the mystery of Christ and how God’s plan of salvation unites us through the gospel. It reminds us of the gift of being part of God’s plan and encourages us to share Christ’s love with everyone.

]]> Sun, 06 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1851 77 b4d377492b9a610c83b998c353a2484f no Reconciled in Christ (Ephesians 2:11-22
) Brad Jones <p>From Ephesians 2, join us as we unpack how the gospel calls us to confront our own biases and embrace a grace-driven heart of repentance and reconciliation.</p> <p>From Ephesians 2, join us as we unpack how the gospel calls us to confront our own biases and embrace a grace-driven heart of repentance and reconciliation.</p> From Ephesians 2, join us as we unpack how the gospel calls us to confront our own biases and embrace a grace-driven heart of repentance and reconciliation.

]]> Sun, 29 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1630 78 c29925e3814fb95927d87438ef142d0d no Saved by Grace (Ephesians 2:1-10) Brad Schmidt <p>From Ephesians 2, we look at how God’s grace brings us from spiritual death to life. Salvation is a gift given through faith, not something we earn. We’ll also explore what it means to be alive in Christ and made for good works in Him.</p> <p>From Ephesians 2, we look at how God’s grace brings us from spiritual death to life. Salvation is a gift given through faith, not something we earn. We’ll also explore what it means to be alive in Christ and made for good works in Him.</p> From Ephesians 2, we look at how God’s grace brings us from spiritual death to life. Salvation is a gift given through faith, not something we earn. We’ll also explore what it means to be alive in Christ and made for good works in Him.

]]> Sun, 22 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1853 79 78324f0d11ca4ae7dde46c9a6b651feb no Marked by Hope (Eph. 1:15-23) Brad Jones <p>In this sermon, we'll look at Paul's prayer for the church in Ephesians 1, focusing on the hope, inheritance, and grace that shape the Christian life. We'll see how our identity in Christ empowers us to endure challenges, embrace God's promises, and live transformed by His love.</p> <p>In this sermon, we'll look at Paul's prayer for the church in Ephesians 1, focusing on the hope, inheritance, and grace that shape the Christian life. We'll see how our identity in Christ empowers us to endure challenges, embrace God's promises, and live transformed by His love.</p> In this sermon, we'll look at Paul's prayer for the church in Ephesians 1, focusing on the hope, inheritance, and grace that shape the Christian life. We'll see how our identity in Christ empowers us to endure challenges, embrace God's promises, and live transformed by His love.

]]> Sun, 15 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1765 80 4662e7f43ae5b65ddb15bbdb3bb648c7 no Spiritual Blessings (Ephesians. 1:1-14) Brad Schmidt <p>From Ephesians 1, we explore the parallels between ancient Ephesus and today’s world, where Christianity is no longer the dominant cultural influence. Drawing from Paul's letter to the Ephesians, we look at how believers can stay anchored in their faith, embrace their true identity in Christ, and find hope through the blessings of redemption, forgiveness, and inheritance. </p> <p>From Ephesians 1, we explore the parallels between ancient Ephesus and today’s world, where Christianity is no longer the dominant cultural influence. Drawing from Paul's letter to the Ephesians, we look at how believers can stay anchored in their faith, embrace their true identity in Christ, and find hope through the blessings of redemption, forgiveness, and inheritance. </p> From Ephesians 1, we explore the parallels between ancient Ephesus and today’s world, where Christianity is no longer the dominant cultural influence. Drawing from Paul's letter to the Ephesians, we look at how believers can stay anchored in their faith, embrace their true identity in Christ, and find hope through the blessings of redemption, forgiveness, and inheritance. 

]]> Sun, 08 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1868 81 bc01645a590aa3b84222fecb94f97781 no The Dignity of Our Work (Gen. 2:7-15) Brad Schmidt <p>In this sermon, we explore the resources the Bible gives you for your work: purpose, rest, and hope. </p> <p>In this sermon, we explore the resources the Bible gives you for your work: purpose, rest, and hope. </p> In this sermon, we explore the resources the Bible gives you for your work: purpose, rest, and hope. 

]]> Sun, 01 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2125 82 1f36d88e077e3a12364029134185ec9a no Serve One Another (Eph. 4:7-16) Brad Schmidt <p>From Ephesians 4, we explore the richness of God's grace in gifting each believer uniquely to serve one another. Discover how embracing and utilizing these spiritual gifts builds up the body of Christ, fostering unity and growth within the church.</p> <p>From Ephesians 4, we explore the richness of God's grace in gifting each believer uniquely to serve one another. Discover how embracing and utilizing these spiritual gifts builds up the body of Christ, fostering unity and growth within the church.</p> From Ephesians 4, we explore the richness of God's grace in gifting each believer uniquely to serve one another. Discover how embracing and utilizing these spiritual gifts builds up the body of Christ, fostering unity and growth within the church.

]]> Sun, 25 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2024 83 b16e82424fba3526b521ed66016581cf no Members of One Another (1 Peter 2:4-12) Brad Jones <p>The focus of our "Be Near" series shifts from what the church does to what it is. We look at 1 Peter 2 and the church’s identity as a royal priesthood and spiritual house. Learn how Jesus fulfills the roles of prophet, priest, and king, and how every believer is called to proclaim, love, and lead others in the gospel and discover the power of living out our collective identity as God’s people in everyday life.</p> <p>The focus of our "Be Near" series shifts from what the church does to what it is. We look at 1 Peter 2 and the church’s identity as a royal priesthood and spiritual house. Learn how Jesus fulfills the roles of prophet, priest, and king, and how every believer is called to proclaim, love, and lead others in the gospel and discover the power of living out our collective identity as God’s people in everyday life.</p> The focus of our "Be Near" series shifts from what the church does to what it is. We look at 1 Peter 2 and the church’s identity as a royal priesthood and spiritual house. Learn how Jesus fulfills the roles of prophet, priest, and king, and how every believer is called to proclaim, love, and lead others in the gospel and discover the power of living out our collective identity as God’s people in everyday life.

]]> Sun, 18 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1720 84 5f50d89980b5d2f1e2a33a6c8c5d3352 no Humble Yourselves Towards One Another (1 Peter 5:5-7) Brad Schmidt <p>From 1 Peter 5, we'll examine the profound call to humility and trust in God's care. Discover how these verses guide us to cast our anxieties on Him, knowing that He cares deeply for each of us.</p> <p>From 1 Peter 5, we'll examine the profound call to humility and trust in God's care. Discover how these verses guide us to cast our anxieties on Him, knowing that He cares deeply for each of us.</p> From 1 Peter 5, we'll examine the profound call to humility and trust in God's care. Discover how these verses guide us to cast our anxieties on Him, knowing that He cares deeply for each of us.

]]> Sun, 11 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1532 85 175db296debb5e8231ee8bc9ecb30557 no Do Not Judge One Another (Matt. 7:1-6) Brad Schmidt <p>Join us as we look at one of the most misunderstood verses in the Bible: "Do not judge, or you too will be judged" (Matt. 7:1). Discover how these verses guide us to approach others with humility, compassion, and wisdom, avoiding hypocrisy and fostering genuine understanding, and learn practical steps to live out these principles in our daily lives.</p> <p>Join us as we look at one of the most misunderstood verses in the Bible: "Do not judge, or you too will be judged" (Matt. 7:1). Discover how these verses guide us to approach others with humility, compassion, and wisdom, avoiding hypocrisy and fostering genuine understanding, and learn practical steps to live out these principles in our daily lives.</p> Join us as we look at one of the most misunderstood verses in the Bible: "Do not judge, or you too will be judged" (Matt. 7:1). Discover how these verses guide us to approach others with humility, compassion, and wisdom, avoiding hypocrisy and fostering genuine understanding, and learn practical steps to live out these principles in our daily lives.

]]> Sun, 04 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1749 86 2aa0b56cc55284e20407d6590e1f6c34 no Exhort One Another (1 Cor. 8:7-13) Tom Carpenter <p>Pastor Tom Carpenter explores Apostle Paul's guidance on the sensitive issue of food sacrificed to idols and the impact of our actions on others' consciences. Join us as we examine the importance of love and consideration in our spiritual freedom, ensuring our knowledge builds up rather than tears down.</p> <p>Pastor Tom Carpenter explores Apostle Paul's guidance on the sensitive issue of food sacrificed to idols and the impact of our actions on others' consciences. Join us as we examine the importance of love and consideration in our spiritual freedom, ensuring our knowledge builds up rather than tears down.</p> Pastor Tom Carpenter explores Apostle Paul's guidance on the sensitive issue of food sacrificed to idols and the impact of our actions on others' consciences. Join us as we examine the importance of love and consideration in our spiritual freedom, ensuring our knowledge builds up rather than tears down.

]]> Sun, 28 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1786 87 fedbe835c6cdc91c1c15624231e1a35b no Confess Your Sins to One Another (Psalm 32) Brad Jones <p>In Psalm 32, we delve into the heart of confession, exploring its essential nature and significance. We'll also look at the biblical imperative from James 5:16 to "confess your sins to one another," and the importance of this practice in our spiritual lives.</p> <p>In Psalm 32, we delve into the heart of confession, exploring its essential nature and significance. We'll also look at the biblical imperative from James 5:16 to "confess your sins to one another," and the importance of this practice in our spiritual lives.</p> In Psalm 32, we delve into the heart of confession, exploring its essential nature and significance. We'll also look at the biblical imperative from James 5:16 to "confess your sins to one another," and the importance of this practice in our spiritual lives.

]]> Sun, 21 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2137 88 ef6489924c53ab58a3e3f70618cee237 no Bear with One Another (Col. 3:1-15) Brad Jones <p>In Colossians 3, Paul addresses a community striving for transformation. Today, we'll look at how true change isn't just about altering behaviors or circumstances, but about embracing a radical new identity in Christ. </p> <p>In Colossians 3, Paul addresses a community striving for transformation. Today, we'll look at how true change isn't just about altering behaviors or circumstances, but about embracing a radical new identity in Christ. </p> In Colossians 3, Paul addresses a community striving for transformation. Today, we'll look at how true change isn't just about altering behaviors or circumstances, but about embracing a radical new identity in Christ.

]]> Sun, 14 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2068 89 14d9c23957bfa67d3c29f46641601fb9 no Welcome One Another (Luke 14:7-15) Brad Jones <p>In Luke 14, we look at what it means to practice hospitality, and how can we embody a radical, grace-filled approach to it.</p> <p>In Luke 14, we look at what it means to practice hospitality, and how can we embody a radical, grace-filled approach to it.</p> In Luke 14, we look at what it means to practice hospitality, and how can we embody a radical, grace-filled approach to it.

]]> Sun, 07 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2151 90 2fcfbb85d281ff0ec0211da3b0798bf7 no Be at Peace with One Another (Romans 12:14-21) Tom Carpenter <p>From Romans 12, Pastor Tom Carpenter explores a passage that offers guidance on achieving reconciliation and peace in our relationships. Discover how God calls us to overcome conflict and actively pursue harmony and embrace forgiveness with others.</p> <p>From Romans 12, Pastor Tom Carpenter explores a passage that offers guidance on achieving reconciliation and peace in our relationships. Discover how God calls us to overcome conflict and actively pursue harmony and embrace forgiveness with others.</p> From Romans 12, Pastor Tom Carpenter explores a passage that offers guidance on achieving reconciliation and peace in our relationships. Discover how God calls us to overcome conflict and actively pursue harmony and embrace forgiveness with others.

]]> Sun, 30 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1622 91 e83cd342e6537ab32f2683bab7b69a20 no Encourage One Another (Hebrews 10:19-25) Brad Schmidt <p>From Hebrews 10, we look at the significance of community, faith, and the transformative power of Christ's sacrifice.</p> <p>From Hebrews 10, we look at the significance of community, faith, and the transformative power of Christ's sacrifice.</p> From Hebrews 10, we look at the significance of community, faith, and the transformative power of Christ's sacrifice.

]]> Sun, 23 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1761 92 8719b95face82c1841763e30eac2b9e0 no Forgive One Another (Ephesians 4:25-32) Brad Schmidt <p>In Ephesians 4, we look at forgiveness in our daily lives and how embracing truth and compassion can heal relationships and cultivate a spirit of grace within our communities.</p> <p>In Ephesians 4, we look at forgiveness in our daily lives and how embracing truth and compassion can heal relationships and cultivate a spirit of grace within our communities.</p> In Ephesians 4, we look at forgiveness in our daily lives and how embracing truth and compassion can heal relationships and cultivate a spirit of grace within our communities.

]]> Sun, 16 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1517 93 a031b3bacd3566a8ba1a1caa37fcc3bf no Bear One Another’s Burdens (Galatians 5:25-6:10) Brad Schmidt <p>From Galatians 5, we look at how to truly become "brothers and sisters" in Christ and how to embody the spirit of supporting, restoring, and carrying one another's burdens.</p> <p>From Galatians 5, we look at how to truly become "brothers and sisters" in Christ and how to embody the spirit of supporting, restoring, and carrying one another's burdens.</p> From Galatians 5, we look at how to truly become "brothers and sisters" in Christ and how to embody the spirit of supporting, restoring, and carrying one another's burdens.

]]> Sun, 09 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1713 94 f7af24991e465a80a2d2526de28e0260 no Love One Another (1 John 4:7-12) Brad Jones <p>In 1 John 4, we discover how God's love fuels our love for others. By reflecting God's love in our community, we build stronger relationships and a more vibrant faith together.</p> <p>In 1 John 4, we discover how God's love fuels our love for others. By reflecting God's love in our community, we build stronger relationships and a more vibrant faith together.</p> In 1 John 4, we discover how God's love fuels our love for others. By reflecting God's love in our community, we build stronger relationships and a more vibrant faith together.

]]> Sun, 02 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1667 95 aeae62857fdc35c5a95c2cbbb7129bbb no Spiritual Friendship (1 Sam. 18, 19 & 20) Brad Schmidt <p>As we begin our series "The Gospel and One Another," we'll explore the profound spiritual friendship between David and Jonathan as depicted in 1 Samuel 18, 19, and 20. Discover how their covenant relationship exemplifies the transformative power of God-centered friendship in our lives today.</p> <p>As we begin our series "The Gospel and One Another," we'll explore the profound spiritual friendship between David and Jonathan as depicted in 1 Samuel 18, 19, and 20. Discover how their covenant relationship exemplifies the transformative power of God-centered friendship in our lives today.</p> As we begin our series "The Gospel and One Another," we'll explore the profound spiritual friendship between David and Jonathan as depicted in 1 Samuel 18, 19, and 20. Discover how their covenant relationship exemplifies the transformative power of God-centered friendship in our lives today.

]]> Sun, 26 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2132 96 9dd979b5d214e10179b53ff3ad07bcad no Grace That Transforms (John 21:1-17) Brad Jones <p>From John 21, we look at the profound post-resurrection encounter between Jesus and His disciples on the shores of Galilee. Jesus extends grace to his betrayer, Peter, revealing the depth of his love and forgiveness. Explore this message of redemption and restoration as we reflect on how Jesus's grace transforms even the most broken among us.</p> <p>From John 21, we look at the profound post-resurrection encounter between Jesus and His disciples on the shores of Galilee. Jesus extends grace to his betrayer, Peter, revealing the depth of his love and forgiveness. Explore this message of redemption and restoration as we reflect on how Jesus's grace transforms even the most broken among us.</p> From John 21, we look at the profound post-resurrection encounter between Jesus and His disciples on the shores of Galilee. Jesus extends grace to his betrayer, Peter, revealing the depth of his love and forgiveness. Explore this message of redemption and restoration as we reflect on how Jesus's grace transforms even the most broken among us.

]]> Sun, 19 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2098 97 4a572207b68ea211c000476fc8294a57 no The Greater Need (Mark 2:1-12) Brad Schmidt <p>In Mark 2, we find a few who stop at nothing to get their friend to Jesus. And we see Jesus’ surprising response to their request.</p> <p>In Mark 2, we find a few who stop at nothing to get their friend to Jesus. And we see Jesus’ surprising response to their request.</p> In Mark 2, we find a few who stop at nothing to get their friend to Jesus. And we see Jesus’ surprising response to their request.

]]> Sun, 12 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1668 98 b7a2e62d4c705266e5ba4002feeda601 no Delayed Answers (Mark 5:21-42) Brad Jones <p>In Mark 5, Jesus demonstrates his miraculous power through the healing of a suffering woman and raising a dead leader's daughter. We'll examine faith's role in receiving God's grace and the hope Jesus offers in the face of life's challenges.</p> <p>In Mark 5, Jesus demonstrates his miraculous power through the healing of a suffering woman and raising a dead leader's daughter. We'll examine faith's role in receiving God's grace and the hope Jesus offers in the face of life's challenges.</p> In Mark 5, Jesus demonstrates his miraculous power through the healing of a suffering woman and raising a dead leader's daughter. We'll examine faith's role in receiving God's grace and the hope Jesus offers in the face of life's challenges.

]]> Sun, 05 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1878 99 3670ad594954939b55300ff08a8f9f77 no The Seeker (Luke 19:1-10) Brad Schmidt <p>From Luke 19, discover how Zacchaeus's encounter with Jesus illustrates the power of grace to transform lives, inspiring us to seek and respond to God's love with radical transformation and renewed purpose.</p> <p>From Luke 19, discover how Zacchaeus's encounter with Jesus illustrates the power of grace to transform lives, inspiring us to seek and respond to God's love with radical transformation and renewed purpose.</p> From Luke 19, discover how Zacchaeus's encounter with Jesus illustrates the power of grace to transform lives, inspiring us to seek and respond to God's love with radical transformation and renewed purpose.

]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1799 100 5cc6677bf9d285b6ded43b414c5d4552 no Hunger and True Bread (John 6;27-35) Brad Jones <p>James Beard, the prestigious chef, whose namesake award is given to the very best in culinary excellence once said, “Good bread is the most fundamentally satisfying of all foods; and good bread with fresh butter, the greatest of feasts.”</p><p><br></p><p>In the gospel of John, Jesus says, “I am the bread of life and whoever comes to me will not be hungry.” (John 6:35) When Jesus uses this metaphor, he is saying, “I am the true bread that you have been hungering for in everything else in your life.”</p><p><br></p> <p>James Beard, the prestigious chef, whose namesake award is given to the very best in culinary excellence once said, “Good bread is the most fundamentally satisfying of all foods; and good bread with fresh butter, the greatest of feasts.”</p><p><br></p><p>In the gospel of John, Jesus says, “I am the bread of life and whoever comes to me will not be hungry.” (John 6:35) When Jesus uses this metaphor, he is saying, “I am the true bread that you have been hungering for in everything else in your life.”</p><p><br></p> James Beard, the prestigious chef, whose namesake award is given to the very best in culinary excellence once said, “Good bread is the most fundamentally satisfying of all foods; and good bread with fresh butter, the greatest of feasts.”


In the gospel of John, Jesus says, “I am the bread of life and whoever comes to me will not be hungry.” (John 6:35) When Jesus uses this metaphor, he is saying, “I am the true bread that you have been hungering for in everything else in your life.”


]]> Sun, 21 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1790 101 34f43ed0d22359cb14fc07d884dcbb10 no Pigs, Possessions, and Praise (
Mark 5:1-20
) Brad Schmidt <p>In Mark 5, we look at a profound encounter Jesus had with the demon-possessed man and find the transformative power of God's love and mercy. </p> <p>In Mark 5, we look at a profound encounter Jesus had with the demon-possessed man and find the transformative power of God's love and mercy. </p> In Mark 5, we look at a profound encounter Jesus had with the demon-possessed man and find the transformative power of God's love and mercy.

]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1807 102 7925e2b2919ac4b63c0a9e4f10269917 no He Told Me Everything (John 4) Brad Jones <p>In John 4, we see a woman who has her darkest secret, the one that has brought her the most shame, exposed. </p><p>But instead of deeper shame and agony, she experienced freedom and joy.  We see that when shame meets the grace of Jesus, there is a wellspring of joy that flows out of our lives. </p> <p>In John 4, we see a woman who has her darkest secret, the one that has brought her the most shame, exposed. </p><p>But instead of deeper shame and agony, she experienced freedom and joy.  We see that when shame meets the grace of Jesus, there is a wellspring of joy that flows out of our lives. </p> In John 4, we see a woman who has her darkest secret, the one that has brought her the most shame, exposed. 

But instead of deeper shame and agony, she experienced freedom and joy.  We see that when shame meets the grace of Jesus, there is a wellspring of joy that flows out of our lives. 

]]> Sun, 07 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2071 103 78cbfb6d2a21c68f3a76d42507c7e90c no Easter Sunday: See How He Loves (John 11:27-46, 53) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage from John 11, Jesus comes to a funeral late and brings with him his truth, his tears, and his temper. </p> <p>In this passage from John 11, Jesus comes to a funeral late and brings with him his truth, his tears, and his temper. </p> In this passage from John 11, Jesus comes to a funeral late and brings with him his truth, his tears, and his temper. 

]]> Sun, 31 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2217 104 dbda81ba7765a474357869af3d3096c1 no Disturbing the Comforted (John 8:1-11) Brad Schmidt <p>In John 8, Jesus encounters a group of people holding stones and exposes thier bias blind spots. We also see how he unburdens an adulterous woman of her guilt and shame. </p> <p>In John 8, Jesus encounters a group of people holding stones and exposes thier bias blind spots. We also see how he unburdens an adulterous woman of her guilt and shame. </p> In John 8, Jesus encounters a group of people holding stones and exposes thier bias blind spots. We also see how he unburdens an adulterous woman of her guilt and shame.

]]> Sun, 17 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1615 105 88abb0d030eb87b998c2d390d8ea3940 no Born Again (John 3:1-17) Brad Jones <p>What does it mean to be “born again?” For many and, it represents a particular sect of the Christian faith. In John 3, Jesus puts it at the very heart of the Christian faith. New Birth means to be made alive by the Holy Spirit through the power of Jesus’ death on the cross and resurrection.</p> <p>What does it mean to be “born again?” For many and, it represents a particular sect of the Christian faith. In John 3, Jesus puts it at the very heart of the Christian faith. New Birth means to be made alive by the Holy Spirit through the power of Jesus’ death on the cross and resurrection.</p> What does it mean to be “born again?” For many and, it represents a particular sect of the Christian faith. In John 3, Jesus puts it at the very heart of the Christian faith. New Birth means to be made alive by the Holy Spirit through the power of Jesus’ death on the cross and resurrection.

]]> Sun, 10 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2251 106 163c406e0a646a7bc9e427d7eca23bd6 no How Do We Understand the Bible? (Luke 24:13-32) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage we see how Jesus helps his followers understand the scriptures in a way that changes them forever.</p> <p>In this passage we see how Jesus helps his followers understand the scriptures in a way that changes them forever.</p> In this passage we see how Jesus helps his followers understand the scriptures in a way that changes them forever.

]]> Sun, 03 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1885 107 2b94579cef730cb0807521c15b99689e no How and Why Do I Pray? (Matt. 6:1-15) Brad Schmidt <p>In Matthew 6, we explore authentic generosity, prayer, and forgiveness.</p> <p>In Matthew 6, we explore authentic generosity, prayer, and forgiveness.</p> In Matthew 6, we explore authentic generosity, prayer, and forgiveness.

]]> Sun, 25 Feb 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1777 108 676dfe9b6df12dee38712c5d9a185990 no How Can I Have Faith? (Romans 3;21-31; 4:1-8) Brad Jones <p>There are all sorts of ways that we try to find meaning and justification in life. We have a need for a “validating performance record” for ourselves. The gospel says that in Jesus Christ, God has developed a perfect validating performance record, and he offers it to us, and by it we are accepted and validated. </p> <p>There are all sorts of ways that we try to find meaning and justification in life. We have a need for a “validating performance record” for ourselves. The gospel says that in Jesus Christ, God has developed a perfect validating performance record, and he offers it to us, and by it we are accepted and validated. </p> There are all sorts of ways that we try to find meaning and justification in life. We have a need for a “validating performance record” for ourselves. The gospel says that in Jesus Christ, God has developed a perfect validating performance record, and he offers it to us, and by it we are accepted and validated. 

]]> Sun, 18 Feb 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1677 109 ddf7340d1a2ed5baf7936015cb6eb752 no Why Did Jesus Die? (Hebrews 9 & 10) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage, we address why Jesus went to the cross and what it means for us.</p> <p>In this passage, we address why Jesus went to the cross and what it means for us.</p> In this passage, we address why Jesus went to the cross and what it means for us.

]]> Sun, 11 Feb 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1683 110 da2b89bfd6a4ec98b05db4f9ba9d28fe no Who is Jesus? (John 1:1-18) Brad Jones <p>John 1:1-18 is an epilogue to the rest of the gospel. In it, we find a description of Jesus, in a way that shows us the very heart of God. No matter what we think of who God is, or what he might be like, Jesus shows us what God says he is like. The question is, will we take him at his word?</p> <p>John 1:1-18 is an epilogue to the rest of the gospel. In it, we find a description of Jesus, in a way that shows us the very heart of God. No matter what we think of who God is, or what he might be like, Jesus shows us what God says he is like. The question is, will we take him at his word?</p> John 1:1-18 is an epilogue to the rest of the gospel. In it, we find a description of Jesus, in a way that shows us the very heart of God. No matter what we think of who God is, or what he might be like, Jesus shows us what God says he is like. The question is, will we take him at his word?

]]> Sun, 04 Feb 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1874 111 3de1ed628bedfd779aea68e62f116e4f no Is There More to Life Than This? (John 1:1-4, 43-51) Brad Schmidt <p>In John 1, we look at the process of someone who was slowly beginning to see who Jesus was and what he came to offer.</p> <p>In John 1, we look at the process of someone who was slowly beginning to see who Jesus was and what he came to offer.</p> In John 1, we look at the process of someone who was slowly beginning to see who Jesus was and what he came to offer.

]]> Sun, 28 Jan 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1716 112 70c0e5a94bbb10dfddd922cd9ba306df no Faith and Doubt (Psalm 73) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage, we explore faith and doubt, and how we can bring our whole selves to God.</p> <p>In this passage, we explore faith and doubt, and how we can bring our whole selves to God.</p> In this passage, we explore faith and doubt, and how we can bring our whole selves to God.

]]> Sun, 21 Jan 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1836 113 09e111a5a8942fcb7ebc9d6a8431ae27 no How to Start Anew {Mark 1:40-45) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage, we look at an encounter Jesus had with a leper whom he heals. Through this encounter, we'll explore how Jesus deals with those places in our lives that make us feel lonely, unwanted, or unloved. We'll see how someone who felt all those things moved toward Jesus and how Jesus moved toward him, and all of us.</p> <p>In this passage, we look at an encounter Jesus had with a leper whom he heals. Through this encounter, we'll explore how Jesus deals with those places in our lives that make us feel lonely, unwanted, or unloved. We'll see how someone who felt all those things moved toward Jesus and how Jesus moved toward him, and all of us.</p> In this passage, we look at an encounter Jesus had with a leper whom he heals. Through this encounter, we'll explore how Jesus deals with those places in our lives that make us feel lonely, unwanted, or unloved. We'll see how someone who felt all those things moved toward Jesus and how Jesus moved toward him, and all of us.

]]> Sun, 07 Jan 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1682 114 295c0cc3885a5ed104c94b354e9fcd7c no Do Not Grow Weary (Hebrews 12:1-15) Brad Jones <p>We have a culture that is increasingly lacking the resources to deal with the harsh realities of life. Hard things happen. Hard things will happen in 2024. What do we need to endure these things and not throw up our hands? </p><p>This week we look at a challenge in the book of Hebrews that calls to us to endure and show us the resources we have for endurance.</p> <p>We have a culture that is increasingly lacking the resources to deal with the harsh realities of life. Hard things happen. Hard things will happen in 2024. What do we need to endure these things and not throw up our hands? </p><p>This week we look at a challenge in the book of Hebrews that calls to us to endure and show us the resources we have for endurance.</p> We have a culture that is increasingly lacking the resources to deal with the harsh realities of life. Hard things happen. Hard things will happen in 2024. What do we need to endure these things and not throw up our hands? 

This week we look at a challenge in the book of Hebrews that calls to us to endure and show us the resources we have for endurance.

]]> Sun, 31 Dec 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1859 115 e2d8be809ceeff37121927b2672e7dde no Love (Matthew 2:1-12) Tom Carpenter <p>In this passage, Pastor Tom Carpenter explores the journey of the Wise Men as they seek after a new King and how this applies to our lives.</p> <p>In this passage, Pastor Tom Carpenter explores the journey of the Wise Men as they seek after a new King and how this applies to our lives.</p> In this passage, Pastor Tom Carpenter explores the journey of the Wise Men as they seek after a new King and how this applies to our lives.

]]> Sun, 24 Dec 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1502 116 f0b071b8436d49e1f3b456dabbc474ae no Joy (Isaiah 61:1-11) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage, we explore the source of joy in our daily lives and how it's vital to the mission of Jesus.</p> <p>In this passage, we explore the source of joy in our daily lives and how it's vital to the mission of Jesus.</p> In this passage, we explore the source of joy in our daily lives and how it's vital to the mission of Jesus.

]]> Sun, 17 Dec 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2013 117 2faa406be8e19499994a97f9bd3b20d1 no Peace (Luke 2:8-20) Brad Jones <p>In the account of Jesus’ birth in Luke 2, the angels sing a song comprised of two parts: Glory to God and Peace on earth. It is when we understand the glory of God that we will experience the kind of peace we have been looking for our whole life. </p> <p>In the account of Jesus’ birth in Luke 2, the angels sing a song comprised of two parts: Glory to God and Peace on earth. It is when we understand the glory of God that we will experience the kind of peace we have been looking for our whole life. </p> In the account of Jesus’ birth in Luke 2, the angels sing a song comprised of two parts: Glory to God and Peace on earth. It is when we understand the glory of God that we will experience the kind of peace we have been looking for our whole life. 

]]> Sun, 10 Dec 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1920 118 4591e4217345f4096167239f87320227 no Hope Brad Schmidt <p>As part of CityChurch's annual Lessons and Carols Service, Rev. Brad Schmidt explores the meaning of the Advent season.]</p> <p>As part of CityChurch's annual Lessons and Carols Service, Rev. Brad Schmidt explores the meaning of the Advent season.]</p> As part of CityChurch's annual Lessons and Carols Service, Rev. Brad Schmidt explores the meaning of the Advent season.]

]]> Sun, 03 Dec 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1028 119 506c046121fa3ac6db86e95e3988c4c6 no The Power of the Spirit (John 14:15-21) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage we look at the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives and how the Spirit helps us change.</p> <p>In this passage we look at the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives and how the Spirit helps us change.</p> In this passage we look at the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives and how the Spirit helps us change.

]]> Sun, 26 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1920 120 c4a268b3559ce3423b6c7540b0307c20 no Orphans or Sons (Galatians 1:3-5; 4:4-7) Brad Jones <p>The gospel of Jesus Christ changes our entire identity. It means that, as Christians, we have the status of forgiven, justified, and redeemed Children of God. Paul is writing the church to remind them to not fall back into thinking they are orphans, but to lean into the promise that God is a loving Father who has adopted us into his family.</p> <p>The gospel of Jesus Christ changes our entire identity. It means that, as Christians, we have the status of forgiven, justified, and redeemed Children of God. Paul is writing the church to remind them to not fall back into thinking they are orphans, but to lean into the promise that God is a loving Father who has adopted us into his family.</p> The gospel of Jesus Christ changes our entire identity. It means that, as Christians, we have the status of forgiven, justified, and redeemed Children of God. Paul is writing the church to remind them to not fall back into thinking they are orphans, but to lean into the promise that God is a loving Father who has adopted us into his family.

]]> Sun, 19 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1875 121 0c6bc9e470d7462228ab18c763f57e3a no Repentance (Psalm 32) Brad Schmidt <p>Brad Schmidt continues the “Gospel Fluency” sermon series with a talk on “Repentance” following Psalm 32.</p> <p>Brad Schmidt continues the “Gospel Fluency” sermon series with a talk on “Repentance” following Psalm 32.</p> Brad Schmidt continues the “Gospel Fluency” sermon series with a talk on “Repentance” following Psalm 32.

]]> Sun, 12 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1942 122 60c9a1cd0487002b9cfdef2e0887f1fd no Justified and Righteous (Romans 4 & 5) Brad Jones <p>All of us have something or someone to which we look for justification. We all want to know that we are all square in life, both with people, and with God. This week we look at how we are actually “justified” according to the gospel and what that means for how we live. </p> <p>All of us have something or someone to which we look for justification. We all want to know that we are all square in life, both with people, and with God. This week we look at how we are actually “justified” according to the gospel and what that means for how we live. </p> All of us have something or someone to which we look for justification. We all want to know that we are all square in life, both with people, and with God. This week we look at how we are actually “justified” according to the gospel and what that means for how we live. 

]]> Sun, 05 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1976 123 14a5bec5f3fa3958f1168b3719c15a56 no Compassion for the City Brad Schmidt <p>In chapter 4, Jonah is angered with God's grace and compassion for Nineveh after its people repented. Today, we'll look at what happens when we are wronged by others? Are we quick to forgive? If not, what are putting above God in our hearts and how do we live out the compassionate heart of Christ in our city? </p> <p>In chapter 4, Jonah is angered with God's grace and compassion for Nineveh after its people repented. Today, we'll look at what happens when we are wronged by others? Are we quick to forgive? If not, what are putting above God in our hearts and how do we live out the compassionate heart of Christ in our city? </p> In chapter 4, Jonah is angered with God's grace and compassion for Nineveh after its people repented. Today, we'll look at what happens when we are wronged by others? Are we quick to forgive? If not, what are putting above God in our hearts and how do we live out the compassionate heart of Christ in our city?

]]> Sun, 29 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1789 124 234f9dbadc92d0173eb847a3861960c5 no I Knew It! (Jonah 3:1-4:4) Brad Jones <p>We love second chance stories. In Jonah 3 we see Jonah begin his second chance. He does what he should have done in the first place and obeys God. Everything happens according to plan. And Jonah, instead of experiencing joy in obedience, is bitter and angry at God. He shows that though his behavior changes, his heart is still hard. </p> <p>We love second chance stories. In Jonah 3 we see Jonah begin his second chance. He does what he should have done in the first place and obeys God. Everything happens according to plan. And Jonah, instead of experiencing joy in obedience, is bitter and angry at God. He shows that though his behavior changes, his heart is still hard. </p> We love second chance stories. In Jonah 3 we see Jonah begin his second chance. He does what he should have done in the first place and obeys God. Everything happens according to plan. And Jonah, instead of experiencing joy in obedience, is bitter and angry at God. He shows that though his behavior changes, his heart is still hard. 

]]> Sun, 22 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1796 125 16e48cea0215274b3d41222fe7c9e506 no Those Who Cling (Jonah 2:1-10) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage we learn about how grace begins to transform our lives and turns us into people who treat others with love and kindness.</p> <p>In this passage we learn about how grace begins to transform our lives and turns us into people who treat others with love and kindness.</p> In this passage we learn about how grace begins to transform our lives and turns us into people who treat others with love and kindness.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1807 126 0d79223f288d9ddd8a9cb18381f93f28 no Sailors and Storms (Jonah 1:4-17) Brad Schmidt <p>As we continue in Jonah 1, we see that no matter how far we run God will find us. </p> <p>As we continue in Jonah 1, we see that no matter how far we run God will find us. </p> As we continue in Jonah 1, we see that no matter how far we run God will find us.

]]> Sun, 08 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2052 127 e684687ee02832806f6f45017fccff4a no Running From God Brad Jones <p>In Jonah 1, God’s Word came to Jonah to go to a city that he hated to tell them to repent. Jonah decided to go in the opposite direction and we see the lengths to which God goes to get him.</p> <p>In Jonah 1, God’s Word came to Jonah to go to a city that he hated to tell them to repent. Jonah decided to go in the opposite direction and we see the lengths to which God goes to get him.</p> In Jonah 1, God’s Word came to Jonah to go to a city that he hated to tell them to repent. Jonah decided to go in the opposite direction and we see the lengths to which God goes to get him.

]]> Sun, 01 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1411 128 92a17bfe3618e0895cd770096eb0baa1 no The Elder Brother (Luke 15:25-32) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage, we explore the spiritual dynamics of a an older brother who gets frustrated by a Father who welcomes sinners home.</p> <p>In this passage, we explore the spiritual dynamics of a an older brother who gets frustrated by a Father who welcomes sinners home.</p> In this passage, we explore the spiritual dynamics of a an older brother who gets frustrated by a Father who welcomes sinners home.

]]> Sun, 24 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1927 129 c17147950f0bc7a5b25daf8c4d6073a6 no The Prodigal (Younger) Son (Luke 15:11-24) Brad Jones <p>Luke 15 starts with two groups of people: religious leaders and moral outcasts. The religious are grumbling that Jesus welcomes sinners, or the people who are spiritually lost. In the verses that follow, Jesus uses parables to show that everyone is lost in some way or another and the only way of being found is by sheer grace. </p> <p>Luke 15 starts with two groups of people: religious leaders and moral outcasts. The religious are grumbling that Jesus welcomes sinners, or the people who are spiritually lost. In the verses that follow, Jesus uses parables to show that everyone is lost in some way or another and the only way of being found is by sheer grace. </p> Luke 15 starts with two groups of people: religious leaders and moral outcasts. The religious are grumbling that Jesus welcomes sinners, or the people who are spiritually lost. In the verses that follow, Jesus uses parables to show that everyone is lost in some way or another and the only way of being found is by sheer grace. 

]]> Sun, 17 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1816 130 1380b514d4bf36c5c97fbe087e6af566 no He Welcomes Sinners (Luke 15:1-10) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage we explore the different ways we can run from God, and how his grace finds us.</p> <p>In this passage we explore the different ways we can run from God, and how his grace finds us.</p> In this passage we explore the different ways we can run from God, and how his grace finds us.

]]> Sun, 10 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1853 131 ac1d4789df5a1c010aa986bcbb80a11f no All Things New (Psalm 98) Brad Jones <p>In Psalm 98, we see a song of joy. Over and over in scripture, especially in the Hebrew songbook called the psalms, God’s people would rehearse the goodness of God by remembering what they had been through and what God brought them out of. But this Psalm has a forward pitch. It doesn’t spend much time reflecting backward, but it is calling us to see something ahead of us, where God has promised to make all things new. When we have a vision of what God will do, it gives us a confidence to live a life of joy in the here and now.</p> <p>In Psalm 98, we see a song of joy. Over and over in scripture, especially in the Hebrew songbook called the psalms, God’s people would rehearse the goodness of God by remembering what they had been through and what God brought them out of. But this Psalm has a forward pitch. It doesn’t spend much time reflecting backward, but it is calling us to see something ahead of us, where God has promised to make all things new. When we have a vision of what God will do, it gives us a confidence to live a life of joy in the here and now.</p> In Psalm 98, we see a song of joy. Over and over in scripture, especially in the Hebrew songbook called the psalms, God’s people would rehearse the goodness of God by remembering what they had been through and what God brought them out of. But this Psalm has a forward pitch. It doesn’t spend much time reflecting backward, but it is calling us to see something ahead of us, where God has promised to make all things new. When we have a vision of what God will do, it gives us a confidence to live a life of joy in the here and now.

]]> Sun, 03 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1447 132 bb7026b4a65fc7866719ca4d0c6c3045 no Pondering the Love of God (Psalm 107) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage we explore the depth and breadth of God’s love and the different opportunities we have to respond.</p> <p>In this passage we explore the depth and breadth of God’s love and the different opportunities we have to respond.</p> In this passage we explore the depth and breadth of God’s love and the different opportunities we have to respond.

]]> Sun, 27 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1777 133 f08d80d26cfe49f38be1d9dedadb3932 no God Unchanging (Psalm 102) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage, we explore our rapidly changing world and how we can discover the steady and consistent God our souls long for. </p> <p>In this passage, we explore our rapidly changing world and how we can discover the steady and consistent God our souls long for. </p> In this passage, we explore our rapidly changing world and how we can discover the steady and consistent God our souls long for. 

]]> Sun, 20 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1881 134 173ed997dd57ed9e1a1505dc827d62d9 no Praying with Trust (Psalm 23) Brad Jones <p>Psalm 23 is a psalm where David is talking to God with trust. David is using imagery that is very familiar to him. When we first encounter David in the Bible as a young man, in 1 Samuel 16, he is keeping the sheep. As a shepherd, David knows what it means to care for the sheep and he is able to draw from his experiences as a shepherd to understand the many ways that God is caring for him.</p> <p>Psalm 23 is a psalm where David is talking to God with trust. David is using imagery that is very familiar to him. When we first encounter David in the Bible as a young man, in 1 Samuel 16, he is keeping the sheep. As a shepherd, David knows what it means to care for the sheep and he is able to draw from his experiences as a shepherd to understand the many ways that God is caring for him.</p> Psalm 23 is a psalm where David is talking to God with trust. David is using imagery that is very familiar to him. When we first encounter David in the Bible as a young man, in 1 Samuel 16, he is keeping the sheep. As a shepherd, David knows what it means to care for the sheep and he is able to draw from his experiences as a shepherd to understand the many ways that God is caring for him.

]]> Sun, 13 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1685 135 56554f7be07a8b1c5cdafb8635c8112a no Where Help Comes From (Psalm 121) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage, we see the different ways we often react when life takes the unexpected turns. We also explore the God who guides are every step in life.</p> <p>In this passage, we see the different ways we often react when life takes the unexpected turns. We also explore the God who guides are every step in life.</p> In this passage, we see the different ways we often react when life takes the unexpected turns. We also explore the God who guides are every step in life.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1768 136 6d6e0236d5a6afd8a27413928b301c37 no A Prayer of Longing (Psalm 63) Brad Jones <p>Psalm 63 is about longing. Deep longing. This is a psalm of David, and like many of David’s psalms, it comes from a dark time in his life where he is expressing this longing to be satisfied.</p> <p>Psalm 63 is about longing. Deep longing. This is a psalm of David, and like many of David’s psalms, it comes from a dark time in his life where he is expressing this longing to be satisfied.</p> Psalm 63 is about longing. Deep longing. This is a psalm of David, and like many of David’s psalms, it comes from a dark time in his life where he is expressing this longing to be satisfied.

]]> Sun, 30 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1833 137 bce972b5f34c511dad23c5bfee967e03 no Praying Our Guilt (Psalm 130) Brad Jones <p>We all have guilt for things we have done, or things we have left undone. Sometimes that guilt is so overwhelming that it feels like we are drowning. This psalm of ascent points to how we can know real freedom from the guilt that overwhelms us.</p> <p>We all have guilt for things we have done, or things we have left undone. Sometimes that guilt is so overwhelming that it feels like we are drowning. This psalm of ascent points to how we can know real freedom from the guilt that overwhelms us.</p> We all have guilt for things we have done, or things we have left undone. Sometimes that guilt is so overwhelming that it feels like we are drowning. This psalm of ascent points to how we can know real freedom from the guilt that overwhelms us.

]]> Sun, 23 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1423 138 4c32a8647280d40fc9baa52105643e15 no Praying with Assurance (Psalm 27) Brad Jones <p>When we are overwhelmed with fear, we cling to things that will give us assurance. In Psalm 27, David shows that God’s presence is what he needs to confront his fears. </p> <p>When we are overwhelmed with fear, we cling to things that will give us assurance. In Psalm 27, David shows that God’s presence is what he needs to confront his fears. </p> When we are overwhelmed with fear, we cling to things that will give us assurance. In Psalm 27, David shows that God’s presence is what he needs to confront his fears.

]]> Sun, 16 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1856 139 fdee5c480ff83e3f9dd3ef03683d4315 no Praying for Joy (Psalm 90) Tom Carpenter <p>In this Psalm, pastor Tom Carpenter explores the source of our joy and how we ultimately find it. </p> <p>In this Psalm, pastor Tom Carpenter explores the source of our joy and how we ultimately find it. </p> In this Psalm, pastor Tom Carpenter explores the source of our joy and how we ultimately find it. 

]]> Sun, 02 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1750 140 1343c998c4bc811a1c7e13a2f3d2038e no Provoked by Creation (Psalm 8) Brad Schmidt <p>This passage explores the magnitude of creation, how it informs our deepest longings, and where we find ultimate meaning in this world.</p> <p>This passage explores the magnitude of creation, how it informs our deepest longings, and where we find ultimate meaning in this world.</p> This passage explores the magnitude of creation, how it informs our deepest longings, and where we find ultimate meaning in this world.

]]> Sun, 25 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1501 141 77edffa24d6badf741ad7ad794e9c78f no Follow the King (Psalm 2) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage, we examine the different ways people resent and embrace God as king over all of life.</p> <p>In this passage, we examine the different ways people resent and embrace God as king over all of life.</p> In this passage, we examine the different ways people resent and embrace God as king over all of life.

]]> Sun, 18 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1663 142 ea5f054279ffda787e20b8df6b1221c9 no Healing Within Community (James 5:13-20) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage we learn about the ministry of prayer and how God brings healing to our lives through others </p> <p>In this passage we learn about the ministry of prayer and how God brings healing to our lives through others </p> In this passage we learn about the ministry of prayer and how God brings healing to our lives through others 

]]> Sun, 11 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1923 143 0f77c31c7d42c84c49ab2a46f4e2bcc6 no A Warning and an Encouragement (James 5:7-12) Brad Jones <p>Suffering is something that we all experience. James gives us a vision of how to suffer well as we wait for God’s promises.</p> <p>Suffering is something that we all experience. James gives us a vision of how to suffer well as we wait for God’s promises.</p> Suffering is something that we all experience. James gives us a vision of how to suffer well as we wait for God’s promises.

]]> Sun, 04 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1563 144 26bcb6dd4baf30f461dbb331adfcd9ca no Boasting About Tomorrow (James 4:13-17) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage, we learn how easy it is to forget God in the everyday activities of life, to be consumed with worry, and how to bring God back to the center of everything.</p> <p>In this passage, we learn how easy it is to forget God in the everyday activities of life, to be consumed with worry, and how to bring God back to the center of everything.</p> In this passage, we learn how easy it is to forget God in the everyday activities of life, to be consumed with worry, and how to bring God back to the center of everything.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1527 145 0e0bc1e13015ed050136f0219c6053d9 no A Community of Peace and Humility (James 3:13-18; 4:1-12) Brad Jones <p>When we have disordered loves, we make even good things into ultimate things, which is idolatry. This produces selfish ambition and dissension. Rightly ordered love leads to peace in life. </p> <p>When we have disordered loves, we make even good things into ultimate things, which is idolatry. This produces selfish ambition and dissension. Rightly ordered love leads to peace in life. </p> When we have disordered loves, we make even good things into ultimate things, which is idolatry. This produces selfish ambition and dissension. Rightly ordered love leads to peace in life. 

]]> Sun, 21 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1606 146 6aedc511cfa05adbba77c4fc9f537f08 no Words We Speak (James 3:1-12) Brad Schmidt <p>In James 3 we learn about the power of our words and the kinds of words that can speak speak life and healing on others. </p> <p>In James 3 we learn about the power of our words and the kinds of words that can speak speak life and healing on others. </p> In James 3 we learn about the power of our words and the kinds of words that can speak speak life and healing on others. 

]]> Sun, 14 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1475 147 c5cb13ee820078b585aa8e0bebd206fc no Faith and Action (James 2:14-26) Brad Jones <p>In James 2, the author says that true faith produces the fruit of love in our lives toward God and people. Philipp Melanchthon, who was the protégé of Martin Luther, put it perfectly - “We’re saved by faith alone, but not by a faith that remains alone.”</p> <p>In James 2, the author says that true faith produces the fruit of love in our lives toward God and people. Philipp Melanchthon, who was the protégé of Martin Luther, put it perfectly - “We’re saved by faith alone, but not by a faith that remains alone.”</p> In James 2, the author says that true faith produces the fruit of love in our lives toward God and people. Philipp Melanchthon, who was the protégé of Martin Luther, put it perfectly - “We’re saved by faith alone, but not by a faith that remains alone.”

]]> Sun, 07 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1466 148 353c0f506c2e6e1188eaa8b4d7d260d4 no People of Honor (James 1:27-2:13) Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage, we see how the church forms as a community of justice and mercy.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> <p>In this passage, we see how the church forms as a community of justice and mercy.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> In this passage, we see how the church forms as a community of justice and mercy.



]]> Sun, 30 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1988 149 a40f3e1bacff5c8b7aaea62eb894de64 no A Community of the Word (James 1:19-27) Brad Jones Sun, 23 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2022 150 c4193753dacb4cae1c8016d512c9cc40 no Temptation and Trials (James 1:1-18) Brad Schmidt Sun, 16 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2411 151 56b5fcbd1ddc21989dd91dfedbcb90ac no All Sad Things Come Untrue Brad Jones Sun, 09 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2117 152 2f9ad61318770d2687fd36a1690a26f7 no Jesus of the Scars Tenebrae Homily Rick Hunter Fri, 07 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1119 153 1aafede8ab1351956399b2a1f2972a69 no Filled with the Spirit Brad Schmidt <p>In this passage, we see what it means to be filled with God’s spirit and why we need to pray for it.</p> <p>In this passage, we see what it means to be filled with God’s spirit and why we need to pray for it.</p> In this passage, we see what it means to be filled with God’s spirit and why we need to pray for it.

]]> Sun, 02 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2260 154 f091100eb2a87b8141aa2f2c5fefab83 no Who is the Holy Spirit? Brad Jones Sun, 26 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2290 155 a144c0cd7c489060176ab6ec8767eb6d no Self-Control Brad Schmidt Sun, 19 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2129 156 66af246ed5884259fc31184ca121d31e no Faithfulness Brad Jones Sun, 12 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1927 157 2c04c26f7289dd189a6f2b14aa26f2be no Gentleness Brad Schmidt Sun, 05 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2374 158 9d76fa22d75c6562a63050c064682076 no Goodness Brad Schmidt Sun, 26 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1911 159 dc704cb6c12272bad42130b0d6b1d5ff no Kindness Brad Jones Sun, 19 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1866 160 0708ba1b98acb42336c5e688ef2e6ae9 no Patience Brad Schmidt Sun, 12 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1871 161 3c19d47736f106753620c255c53a0eeb no Peace Brad Jones Sun, 05 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1856 162 f65057fb369fcfd2eece32417eeef4f9 no Joy Brad Schmidt Sun, 29 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2267 163 fe4da6cacb30dad7fbbe48cf730a9b0d no Love Brad Jones Sun, 22 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1649 164 e00c87e3168cb6355657a3171b7e0ea3 no How People Change Brad Schmidt <p><br></p> <p><br></p>

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