http://www.verticalchapel.com/ Vertical Chapel arts@verticalchapel.com Vertical Chapel We exist to help you and your family deeply know and fully follow Jesus. We exist to help you and your family deeply know and fully follow Jesus. en © 2026 Vertical Chapel no Pastor Devin Webb <p>This powerful teaching challenges us to reconsider our relationship with everything we possess by asking a fundamental question: are we owners or stewards? Drawing from Mark 12 where Jesus declares the greatest commandment is to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, we're confronted with the reality that an 'all-in' faith requires all of our affections, attention, and abilities.</p> <p>This powerful teaching challenges us to reconsider our relationship with everything we possess by asking a fundamental question: are we owners or stewards? Drawing from Mark 12 where Jesus declares the greatest commandment is to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, we're confronted with the reality that an 'all-in' faith requires all of our affections, attention, and abilities.</p> This powerful teaching challenges us to reconsider our relationship with everything we possess by asking a fundamental question: are we owners or stewards? Drawing from Mark 12 where Jesus declares the greatest commandment is to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, we're confronted with the reality that an 'all-in' faith requires all of our affections, attention, and abilities.

]]> Sun, 31 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2767 1 e96bb4852d14d81ca307692ab8147002 no Pastor Abarum <p>This powerful message challenges us to move beyond comfortable Christianity and embrace the urgent call to evangelism. Drawing from the parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10, we're confronted with a sobering reality: we encounter spiritually dead people every day, yet often pass by on the other side like the priest and Levite did. The message reminds us that we possess the answer to life itself—Jesus Christ—yet frequently remain silent about this life-saving truth.</p> <p>This powerful message challenges us to move beyond comfortable Christianity and embrace the urgent call to evangelism. Drawing from the parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10, we're confronted with a sobering reality: we encounter spiritually dead people every day, yet often pass by on the other side like the priest and Levite did. The message reminds us that we possess the answer to life itself—Jesus Christ—yet frequently remain silent about this life-saving truth.</p> This powerful message challenges us to move beyond comfortable Christianity and embrace the urgent call to evangelism. Drawing from the parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10, we're confronted with a sobering reality: we encounter spiritually dead people every day, yet often pass by on the other side like the priest and Levite did. The message reminds us that we possess the answer to life itself—Jesus Christ—yet frequently remain silent about this life-saving truth.

]]> Sun, 24 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2593 2 5172c214e8effb0c12cde3e3aa5fce5d no Pastor Doug <p>This powerful message confronts one of the most pervasive obstacles in our spiritual lives: selfishness. We're challenged to examine whether our default setting is asking 'What about me?' or 'How can I serve?' The teaching draws from Jesus washing His disciples' feet in John 13, revealing a stunning truth: in God's kingdom, the path to greatness goes down, not up.</p> <p>This powerful message confronts one of the most pervasive obstacles in our spiritual lives: selfishness. We're challenged to examine whether our default setting is asking 'What about me?' or 'How can I serve?' The teaching draws from Jesus washing His disciples' feet in John 13, revealing a stunning truth: in God's kingdom, the path to greatness goes down, not up.</p> This powerful message confronts one of the most pervasive obstacles in our spiritual lives: selfishness. We're challenged to examine whether our default setting is asking 'What about me?' or 'How can I serve?' The teaching draws from Jesus washing His disciples' feet in John 13, revealing a stunning truth: in God's kingdom, the path to greatness goes down, not up.

]]> Sun, 17 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2518 3 3e325a9d726b551a6868558c9dc2cc11 no Courageous Faith: Honoring Mothers and Building a Legacy Pastor Jody <p>This powerful message centers on the biblical command to honor our mothers, revealing how this simple act carries profound promises for our lives. Drawing from Exodus 20:12, we discover that honoring our parents isn't merely a suggestion but a divine commandment attached to blessings—long life, prosperity, and God's lavish, unfailing love for a thousand generations. </p> <p>This powerful message centers on the biblical command to honor our mothers, revealing how this simple act carries profound promises for our lives. Drawing from Exodus 20:12, we discover that honoring our parents isn't merely a suggestion but a divine commandment attached to blessings—long life, prosperity, and God's lavish, unfailing love for a thousand generations. </p> This powerful message centers on the biblical command to honor our mothers, revealing how this simple act carries profound promises for our lives. Drawing from Exodus 20:12, we discover that honoring our parents isn't merely a suggestion but a divine commandment attached to blessings—long life, prosperity, and God's lavish, unfailing love for a thousand generations. 

]]> Sun, 10 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3015 4 65ef4633dad495998ada02b5ed55072b no Pastor Dan Stauffer <p>This powerful message challenges us to examine the foundation upon which we're building our lives. Drawing from Matthew 16, we encounter Jesus asking His disciples the most critical question: 'Who do you say that I am?' Peter's revelation that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God, wasn't mere intellectual knowledge—it was divine revelation that came directly from the Father. </p> <p>This powerful message challenges us to examine the foundation upon which we're building our lives. Drawing from Matthew 16, we encounter Jesus asking His disciples the most critical question: 'Who do you say that I am?' Peter's revelation that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God, wasn't mere intellectual knowledge—it was divine revelation that came directly from the Father. </p> This powerful message challenges us to examine the foundation upon which we're building our lives. Drawing from Matthew 16, we encounter Jesus asking His disciples the most critical question: 'Who do you say that I am?' Peter's revelation that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God, wasn't mere intellectual knowledge—it was divine revelation that came directly from the Father.

]]> Sun, 03 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2253 5 59414c665745bcd8564cd73b781724b7 no Pastor Matt Erikson <p>In our distracted world, we often mistake doubt for what is actually distraction. The message reveals a profound truth: we are not people lacking faith, but people pulled in a thousand directions by the demands, notifications, and pressures of modern life. Prayer emerges not as a religious duty but as the antidote to our scattered existence. </p> <p>In our distracted world, we often mistake doubt for what is actually distraction. The message reveals a profound truth: we are not people lacking faith, but people pulled in a thousand directions by the demands, notifications, and pressures of modern life. Prayer emerges not as a religious duty but as the antidote to our scattered existence. </p> In our distracted world, we often mistake doubt for what is actually distraction. The message reveals a profound truth: we are not people lacking faith, but people pulled in a thousand directions by the demands, notifications, and pressures of modern life. Prayer emerges not as a religious duty but as the antidote to our scattered existence.

]]> Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2860 6 9629e847d91c9ad1d8509526c26eb05e no Pastor Greg <p>This powerful message challenges us to move beyond casual church attendance and become fully committed members of God's family. Drawing from Psalm 92, we're reminded that those who are planted in the house of the Lord don't just survive—they flourish, bearing fruit even in old age.</p> <p>This powerful message challenges us to move beyond casual church attendance and become fully committed members of God's family. Drawing from Psalm 92, we're reminded that those who are planted in the house of the Lord don't just survive—they flourish, bearing fruit even in old age.</p> This powerful message challenges us to move beyond casual church attendance and become fully committed members of God's family. Drawing from Psalm 92, we're reminded that those who are planted in the house of the Lord don't just survive—they flourish, bearing fruit even in old age.

]]> Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2727 7 4695c83459cd543f18d55383aba0a2fa no Pastor Shawn <p>This powerful message challenges us to examine what it truly means to go all in with our faith. At its core, the teaching revolves around Matthew 6:33, which calls us to seek God's kingdom first, with the promise that everything else will be added to us.</p> <p>This powerful message challenges us to examine what it truly means to go all in with our faith. At its core, the teaching revolves around Matthew 6:33, which calls us to seek God's kingdom first, with the promise that everything else will be added to us.</p> This powerful message challenges us to examine what it truly means to go all in with our faith. At its core, the teaching revolves around Matthew 6:33, which calls us to seek God's kingdom first, with the promise that everything else will be added to us.

]]> Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3034 8 c256258d24dd63fc1d9909f477feaab5 no Easter Sunday Pastor Shawn <p>This powerful Resurrection Sunday message centers on the profound encounter between Jesus and a paralyzed man in John chapter 5, revealing three transformative truths about our relationship with God. First, we discover that Jesus sees our need—no matter how lost we feel in the crowd, God knows exactly where we are and what we're facing.</p> <p>This powerful Resurrection Sunday message centers on the profound encounter between Jesus and a paralyzed man in John chapter 5, revealing three transformative truths about our relationship with God. First, we discover that Jesus sees our need—no matter how lost we feel in the crowd, God knows exactly where we are and what we're facing.</p> This powerful Resurrection Sunday message centers on the profound encounter between Jesus and a paralyzed man in John chapter 5, revealing three transformative truths about our relationship with God. First, we discover that Jesus sees our need—no matter how lost we feel in the crowd, God knows exactly where we are and what we're facing.

]]> Sun, 05 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1820 9 6a048a707c6a5ad6af98eb4e8dfe0756 no Pastor Shawn <p>This powerful exploration of Good Friday challenges us to move beyond knowing what we believe to understanding why we believe it. At the heart of this message lies a fundamental truth: Jesus had to die because we needed His ransom. We were prisoners of sin, unable to pay our own debt, and no human effort could ever satisfy the demands of holiness.</p> <p>This powerful exploration of Good Friday challenges us to move beyond knowing what we believe to understanding why we believe it. At the heart of this message lies a fundamental truth: Jesus had to die because we needed His ransom. We were prisoners of sin, unable to pay our own debt, and no human effort could ever satisfy the demands of holiness.</p> This powerful exploration of Good Friday challenges us to move beyond knowing what we believe to understanding why we believe it. At the heart of this message lies a fundamental truth: Jesus had to die because we needed His ransom. We were prisoners of sin, unable to pay our own debt, and no human effort could ever satisfy the demands of holiness.

]]> Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2066 10 e40a23b8e7c3b3345d4f1a2c516ef349 no Pastor Shawn <p>This powerful message takes us deep into the heart of Maundy Thursday, revealing three transformative stages of our Christian walk: justification, sanctification, and glorification. Through the Passover meal and the foot washing, we're given a vivid picture of what true love looks like in action.</p> <p>This powerful message takes us deep into the heart of Maundy Thursday, revealing three transformative stages of our Christian walk: justification, sanctification, and glorification. Through the Passover meal and the foot washing, we're given a vivid picture of what true love looks like in action.</p> This powerful message takes us deep into the heart of Maundy Thursday, revealing three transformative stages of our Christian walk: justification, sanctification, and glorification. Through the Passover meal and the foot washing, we're given a vivid picture of what true love looks like in action.

]]> Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2553 11 47ef3a6776a5e7c833b0e0dcd6c3ff39 no Pastor Ron <p>This powerful exploration of Judas Iscariot's betrayal challenges us to look beyond the villain narrative and examine our own hearts. The message walks us through Matthew 26, revealing three critical truths: knowledge doesn't produce devotion, exposure doesn't create faith, and proximity doesn't equal intimacy.</p> <p>This powerful exploration of Judas Iscariot's betrayal challenges us to look beyond the villain narrative and examine our own hearts. The message walks us through Matthew 26, revealing three critical truths: knowledge doesn't produce devotion, exposure doesn't create faith, and proximity doesn't equal intimacy.</p> This powerful exploration of Judas Iscariot's betrayal challenges us to look beyond the villain narrative and examine our own hearts. The message walks us through Matthew 26, revealing three critical truths: knowledge doesn't produce devotion, exposure doesn't create faith, and proximity doesn't equal intimacy.

]]> Sun, 15 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3126 12 6e51f1d6a0d2fea47e72f5a232fabb03 no Pastor Elisa <p>This powerful exploration of Luke 22 takes us into the Garden of Gethsemane, where we witness Jesus in his most vulnerable human moment before the crucifixion. The message beautifully unpacks four profound details: the garden representing God's presence, the cup symbolizing God's promise, the angel embodying God's peace, and the sweat like blood revealing God's power.</p> <p>This powerful exploration of Luke 22 takes us into the Garden of Gethsemane, where we witness Jesus in his most vulnerable human moment before the crucifixion. The message beautifully unpacks four profound details: the garden representing God's presence, the cup symbolizing God's promise, the angel embodying God's peace, and the sweat like blood revealing God's power.</p> This powerful exploration of Luke 22 takes us into the Garden of Gethsemane, where we witness Jesus in his most vulnerable human moment before the crucifixion. The message beautifully unpacks four profound details: the garden representing God's presence, the cup symbolizing God's promise, the angel embodying God's peace, and the sweat like blood revealing God's power.

]]> Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2180 13 31b06f31cc11ef67f7af69b6214983d8 no Pastor Doug <p>Holy Week Monday brings us face-to-face with one of the most provocative moments in Jesus' ministry: the cleansing of the temple. This wasn't a spontaneous outburst but a deliberate act of restoration. Jesus entered the temple, observed the corruption quietly, and returned the next day with righteous fury to overturn tables and drive out those who had turned God's house of prayer into a marketplace of spiritual exploitation. </p> <p>Holy Week Monday brings us face-to-face with one of the most provocative moments in Jesus' ministry: the cleansing of the temple. This wasn't a spontaneous outburst but a deliberate act of restoration. Jesus entered the temple, observed the corruption quietly, and returned the next day with righteous fury to overturn tables and drive out those who had turned God's house of prayer into a marketplace of spiritual exploitation. </p> Holy Week Monday brings us face-to-face with one of the most provocative moments in Jesus' ministry: the cleansing of the temple. This wasn't a spontaneous outburst but a deliberate act of restoration. Jesus entered the temple, observed the corruption quietly, and returned the next day with righteous fury to overturn tables and drive out those who had turned God's house of prayer into a marketplace of spiritual exploitation. 

]]> Sun, 01 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2613 14 ad5d14c2c35d5341d562c6e50a3972c2 no Pastor Shawn <p>This powerful message calls us to examine the depth of our commitment to Christ through the lens of Palm Sunday. We're challenged to move beyond surface-level Christianity and embrace our identity as spiritual leaders and warriors in God's kingdom.</p> <p>This powerful message calls us to examine the depth of our commitment to Christ through the lens of Palm Sunday. We're challenged to move beyond surface-level Christianity and embrace our identity as spiritual leaders and warriors in God's kingdom.</p> This powerful message calls us to examine the depth of our commitment to Christ through the lens of Palm Sunday. We're challenged to move beyond surface-level Christianity and embrace our identity as spiritual leaders and warriors in God's kingdom.

]]> Sun, 22 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2838 15 66e9fcfb34284ed6defcb83d34a7deba no Pastor Shawn <p>This powerful exploration into the nature of worship challenges us to reconsider what it truly means to live as worshipers. Drawing from Isaiah 14 and Ezekiel 28, we discover that Lucifer was originally created as God's first worship leader, fashioned with the very elements of music in his being. His fall came not from a lack of ability, but from misdirected worship—choosing to elevate himself rather than glorify his Creator. This ancient rebellion reveals a pattern we still face today: the constant temptation to make ourselves the center of attention rather than pointing others to God.</p> <p>This powerful exploration into the nature of worship challenges us to reconsider what it truly means to live as worshipers. Drawing from Isaiah 14 and Ezekiel 28, we discover that Lucifer was originally created as God's first worship leader, fashioned with the very elements of music in his being. His fall came not from a lack of ability, but from misdirected worship—choosing to elevate himself rather than glorify his Creator. This ancient rebellion reveals a pattern we still face today: the constant temptation to make ourselves the center of attention rather than pointing others to God.</p> This powerful exploration into the nature of worship challenges us to reconsider what it truly means to live as worshipers. Drawing from Isaiah 14 and Ezekiel 28, we discover that Lucifer was originally created as God's first worship leader, fashioned with the very elements of music in his being. His fall came not from a lack of ability, but from misdirected worship—choosing to elevate himself rather than glorify his Creator. This ancient rebellion reveals a pattern we still face today: the constant temptation to make ourselves the center of attention rather than pointing others to God.

]]> Sun, 15 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2522 16 e6ad3677f296db9014d19e44a4b583cf no Pastor Shawn <p>This powerful exploration of worship challenges us to move beyond our comfort zones and understand that God has a specific love language—praise. Drawing from seven Hebrew words for praise, we discover that worship isn't about our preferences, traditions, or feelings, but about giving God what He deserves in the way He desires to receive it.</p> <p>This powerful exploration of worship challenges us to move beyond our comfort zones and understand that God has a specific love language—praise. Drawing from seven Hebrew words for praise, we discover that worship isn't about our preferences, traditions, or feelings, but about giving God what He deserves in the way He desires to receive it.</p> This powerful exploration of worship challenges us to move beyond our comfort zones and understand that God has a specific love language—praise. Drawing from seven Hebrew words for praise, we discover that worship isn't about our preferences, traditions, or feelings, but about giving God what He deserves in the way He desires to receive it.

]]> Sun, 08 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2414 17 ddf0475084b47ec6f3252bbd43a68b28 no Pastor Shawn <p>What if the worship we're offering isn't actually worship at all? This powerful exploration of John 4:23 challenges us to examine the authenticity of our devotion to God. We discover that Jesus distinguishes between worship that looks genuine on the surface and true worship that flows from the Spirit and truth.</p> <p>What if the worship we're offering isn't actually worship at all? This powerful exploration of John 4:23 challenges us to examine the authenticity of our devotion to God. We discover that Jesus distinguishes between worship that looks genuine on the surface and true worship that flows from the Spirit and truth.</p> What if the worship we're offering isn't actually worship at all? This powerful exploration of John 4:23 challenges us to examine the authenticity of our devotion to God. We discover that Jesus distinguishes between worship that looks genuine on the surface and true worship that flows from the Spirit and truth.

]]> Sun, 01 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3577 18 bc3750b3dbd7ef6c23a207d123403701 no Pastor Matt Erikson Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 1910 19 aa0ef329b0510cb1c3c94ef6dce39f68 no Pastor Greg <p>This powerful message takes us into the heart of Acts 26, where we witness the Apostle Paul's transformative encounter with Jesus Christ on the road to Damascus. What makes this passage so compelling is that it reveals three essential dimensions of Christian life that we're all called to embrace: becoming people of His presence, people of His purpose, and people of His power.</p> <p>This powerful message takes us into the heart of Acts 26, where we witness the Apostle Paul's transformative encounter with Jesus Christ on the road to Damascus. What makes this passage so compelling is that it reveals three essential dimensions of Christian life that we're all called to embrace: becoming people of His presence, people of His purpose, and people of His power.</p> This powerful message takes us into the heart of Acts 26, where we witness the Apostle Paul's transformative encounter with Jesus Christ on the road to Damascus. What makes this passage so compelling is that it reveals three essential dimensions of Christian life that we're all called to embrace: becoming people of His presence, people of His purpose, and people of His power.

]]> Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3195 20 3c0b0d4ccdbedb46c28928971f62a689 no Pastor Andrew <p>What happens when everything around us looks dead, dry, and beyond hope? This powerful message takes us into Ezekiel's valley of dry bones—not just as an ancient story, but as a mirror of our own lives. We discover that God doesn't ask us if we can fix what's broken; He asks if we believe life is still possible. The journey through this passage reveals that dust isn't a sign of defeat—it's actually God's preferred raw material. </p> <p>What happens when everything around us looks dead, dry, and beyond hope? This powerful message takes us into Ezekiel's valley of dry bones—not just as an ancient story, but as a mirror of our own lives. We discover that God doesn't ask us if we can fix what's broken; He asks if we believe life is still possible. The journey through this passage reveals that dust isn't a sign of defeat—it's actually God's preferred raw material. </p> What happens when everything around us looks dead, dry, and beyond hope? This powerful message takes us into Ezekiel's valley of dry bones—not just as an ancient story, but as a mirror of our own lives. We discover that God doesn't ask us if we can fix what's broken; He asks if we believe life is still possible. The journey through this passage reveals that dust isn't a sign of defeat—it's actually God's preferred raw material. 

]]> Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2675 21 136ec8c8ae064b19a0e49a22ab730b30 no Pastor Shawn Sun, 18 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2650 22 da756cb76bd2369b9759dbced7321469 no Pastor Devin Webb Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 3393 23 1ef63d7e24ce4bcb260390ff5dbe5035 no Pastor Shawn <p>This message invites us into a profound exploration of what it means to 'boldly take ground' in our spiritual lives as we step into a new year. Drawing from Joshua chapters 1 and 3, we discover four essential principles for spiritual advancement. This message challenges us to identify what's hindering our progress, to consecrate ourselves through practices like fasting, and to stop allowing our flesh to keep us at a distance from the glory that crushes everything not of Christ.</p> <p>This message invites us into a profound exploration of what it means to 'boldly take ground' in our spiritual lives as we step into a new year. Drawing from Joshua chapters 1 and 3, we discover four essential principles for spiritual advancement. This message challenges us to identify what's hindering our progress, to consecrate ourselves through practices like fasting, and to stop allowing our flesh to keep us at a distance from the glory that crushes everything not of Christ.</p> This message invites us into a profound exploration of what it means to 'boldly take ground' in our spiritual lives as we step into a new year. Drawing from Joshua chapters 1 and 3, we discover four essential principles for spiritual advancement. This message challenges us to identify what's hindering our progress, to consecrate ourselves through practices like fasting, and to stop allowing our flesh to keep us at a distance from the glory that crushes everything not of Christ.

]]> Sun, 11 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 2835 24 7d68fceb35458618a2bb61fac5ed7b9b no Pastor Elisa <p>This powerful message reminds us that joy isn't just something we stumble upon—it's a deliberate choice we make every single day. Drawing from the familiar yet transformative story of the shepherds in Luke 2:8-20, we're invited to see how these ordinary workers responded to extraordinary news. When angels appeared announcing the birth of Jesus, the shepherds didn't just receive information; they made a decision to move toward the source of joy itself. They left their flocks, sought out the manger, and encountered the Messiah.</p> <p>This powerful message reminds us that joy isn't just something we stumble upon—it's a deliberate choice we make every single day. Drawing from the familiar yet transformative story of the shepherds in Luke 2:8-20, we're invited to see how these ordinary workers responded to extraordinary news. When angels appeared announcing the birth of Jesus, the shepherds didn't just receive information; they made a decision to move toward the source of joy itself. They left their flocks, sought out the manger, and encountered the Messiah.</p> This powerful message reminds us that joy isn't just something we stumble upon—it's a deliberate choice we make every single day. Drawing from the familiar yet transformative story of the shepherds in Luke 2:8-20, we're invited to see how these ordinary workers responded to extraordinary news. When angels appeared announcing the birth of Jesus, the shepherds didn't just receive information; they made a decision to move toward the source of joy itself. They left their flocks, sought out the manger, and encountered the Messiah.

]]> Sun, 21 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2618 25 806cb2be92b2d09ddc1ec9628a57bff9 no Pastor Shawn <p>This powerful message confronts us with a vital truth: we cannot afford to live defeated lives when Christ has already won the victory. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 10 and Psalm 51:12, we're challenged to examine whether we're truly walking in the authority Jesus has given us, or if we've allowed discouragement, complaining, and grumbling to dry out our souls.</p> <p>This powerful message confronts us with a vital truth: we cannot afford to live defeated lives when Christ has already won the victory. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 10 and Psalm 51:12, we're challenged to examine whether we're truly walking in the authority Jesus has given us, or if we've allowed discouragement, complaining, and grumbling to dry out our souls.</p> This powerful message confronts us with a vital truth: we cannot afford to live defeated lives when Christ has already won the victory. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 10 and Psalm 51:12, we're challenged to examine whether we're truly walking in the authority Jesus has given us, or if we've allowed discouragement, complaining, and grumbling to dry out our souls.

]]> Sun, 14 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2877 26 ac377e87206089888cf3e0267bf18f23 no Pastor Shawn <p>This powerful message confronts three major joy killers that silently sabotage our spiritual vitality: regret, discontentment, and distraction. Drawing from Philippians 3, we're reminded that the Apostle Paul—despite his dark past of persecuting Christians—learned the secret of forgetting what lies behind and pressing forward toward the prize. This isn't about denying our history, but refusing to let shame bind us to a past we cannot change. </p> <p>This powerful message confronts three major joy killers that silently sabotage our spiritual vitality: regret, discontentment, and distraction. Drawing from Philippians 3, we're reminded that the Apostle Paul—despite his dark past of persecuting Christians—learned the secret of forgetting what lies behind and pressing forward toward the prize. This isn't about denying our history, but refusing to let shame bind us to a past we cannot change. </p> This powerful message confronts three major joy killers that silently sabotage our spiritual vitality: regret, discontentment, and distraction. Drawing from Philippians 3, we're reminded that the Apostle Paul—despite his dark past of persecuting Christians—learned the secret of forgetting what lies behind and pressing forward toward the prize. This isn't about denying our history, but refusing to let shame bind us to a past we cannot change. 

]]> Sun, 07 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2318 27 13f4c14af8f0814766db328cddddb2b2 no Pastor Abarum <p>This powerful gathering reveals something extraordinary happening right now in our generation—a spiritual awakening that refuses to settle for surface-level faith. We hear authentic testimonies from young believers who've walked through depression, anxiety, addiction, and identity struggles, only to discover that Jesus offers something far deeper than temporary relief. The recurring theme of surrender emerges as the gateway to transformation: when we finally stop trying to control our lives and hand everything over to God, we experience peace that surpasses all understanding.</p> <p>This powerful gathering reveals something extraordinary happening right now in our generation—a spiritual awakening that refuses to settle for surface-level faith. We hear authentic testimonies from young believers who've walked through depression, anxiety, addiction, and identity struggles, only to discover that Jesus offers something far deeper than temporary relief. The recurring theme of surrender emerges as the gateway to transformation: when we finally stop trying to control our lives and hand everything over to God, we experience peace that surpasses all understanding.</p> This powerful gathering reveals something extraordinary happening right now in our generation—a spiritual awakening that refuses to settle for surface-level faith. We hear authentic testimonies from young believers who've walked through depression, anxiety, addiction, and identity struggles, only to discover that Jesus offers something far deeper than temporary relief. The recurring theme of surrender emerges as the gateway to transformation: when we finally stop trying to control our lives and hand everything over to God, we experience peace that surpasses all understanding.

]]> Sun, 30 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3047 28 569518674d6fdf8972fc6b5d5287b517 no Pastor Shawn <p>Today's message invites us to rethink joy not as a fleeting emotion, but as a spiritual fruit that grows within us as we deepen our connection to Christ. Drawing from John 15 and Jesus' farewell discourse, we're reminded that joy is proof of our belonging to Jesus, our growth in Him, and our thankfulness for His presence.</p> <p>Today's message invites us to rethink joy not as a fleeting emotion, but as a spiritual fruit that grows within us as we deepen our connection to Christ. Drawing from John 15 and Jesus' farewell discourse, we're reminded that joy is proof of our belonging to Jesus, our growth in Him, and our thankfulness for His presence.</p> Today's message invites us to rethink joy not as a fleeting emotion, but as a spiritual fruit that grows within us as we deepen our connection to Christ. Drawing from John 15 and Jesus' farewell discourse, we're reminded that joy is proof of our belonging to Jesus, our growth in Him, and our thankfulness for His presence.

]]> Sun, 23 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2630 29 d22fd142c764b59ed5dc67f2dbcffd0e no Pastor Shawn <p>This powerful message challenges us to examine what we're truly doing with the resources God has placed in our hands. Drawing from the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25 and the wisdom of Proverbs 6 about the ant, we're confronted with an uncomfortable truth: God expects an eternal return on His investment in us. The servant who buried his talent wasn't punished for losing money—he was called wicked and slothful for doing nothing with what was entrusted to him. His fear and distorted view of his master paralyzed him into inaction. How often do we do the same?</p> <p>This powerful message challenges us to examine what we're truly doing with the resources God has placed in our hands. Drawing from the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25 and the wisdom of Proverbs 6 about the ant, we're confronted with an uncomfortable truth: God expects an eternal return on His investment in us. The servant who buried his talent wasn't punished for losing money—he was called wicked and slothful for doing nothing with what was entrusted to him. His fear and distorted view of his master paralyzed him into inaction. How often do we do the same?</p> This powerful message challenges us to examine what we're truly doing with the resources God has placed in our hands. Drawing from the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25 and the wisdom of Proverbs 6 about the ant, we're confronted with an uncomfortable truth: God expects an eternal return on His investment in us. The servant who buried his talent wasn't punished for losing money—he was called wicked and slothful for doing nothing with what was entrusted to him. His fear and distorted view of his master paralyzed him into inaction. How often do we do the same?

]]> Sun, 16 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3035 30 3aee54bbde77460442c9227c3bc2819d no Pastor Shawn <p>This powerful message takes us into the heart of what truly matters in God's economy by examining one of the most profound moments in Scripture—the story of the poor widow from Mark 12. We're challenged to look beyond surface-level obedience and examine the motivation behind our giving. Jesus wasn't impressed by the wealthy who threw in large amounts carelessly; He was moved by a destitute widow who gave everything she had. This teaches us that God isn't after our wallets—He already owns everything. What He desires is our hearts. </p> <p>This powerful message takes us into the heart of what truly matters in God's economy by examining one of the most profound moments in Scripture—the story of the poor widow from Mark 12. We're challenged to look beyond surface-level obedience and examine the motivation behind our giving. Jesus wasn't impressed by the wealthy who threw in large amounts carelessly; He was moved by a destitute widow who gave everything she had. This teaches us that God isn't after our wallets—He already owns everything. What He desires is our hearts. </p> This powerful message takes us into the heart of what truly matters in God's economy by examining one of the most profound moments in Scripture—the story of the poor widow from Mark 12. We're challenged to look beyond surface-level obedience and examine the motivation behind our giving. Jesus wasn't impressed by the wealthy who threw in large amounts carelessly; He was moved by a destitute widow who gave everything she had. This teaches us that God isn't after our wallets—He already owns everything. What He desires is our hearts. 

]]> Sun, 09 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2760 31 b9e99d466e47ec5dbaa4fc417f60ced6 no Pastor Doug <p>Today's message takes us deep into Genesis 22, one of the most challenging yet transformative stories in Scripture—Abraham's near-sacrifice of Isaac. At its core, this isn't just an ancient account; it's an invitation for us to examine what we're truly holding onto with closed fists. The central theme echoes throughout: healthy finances come from healthy choices, but more profoundly, breakthrough comes not from merely hearing God's word but from acting on it.</p> <p>Today's message takes us deep into Genesis 22, one of the most challenging yet transformative stories in Scripture—Abraham's near-sacrifice of Isaac. At its core, this isn't just an ancient account; it's an invitation for us to examine what we're truly holding onto with closed fists. The central theme echoes throughout: healthy finances come from healthy choices, but more profoundly, breakthrough comes not from merely hearing God's word but from acting on it.</p> Today's message takes us deep into Genesis 22, one of the most challenging yet transformative stories in Scripture—Abraham's near-sacrifice of Isaac. At its core, this isn't just an ancient account; it's an invitation for us to examine what we're truly holding onto with closed fists. The central theme echoes throughout: healthy finances come from healthy choices, but more profoundly, breakthrough comes not from merely hearing God's word but from acting on it.

]]> Sun, 02 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2634 32 6d730882c004eb90219341e547a0bd2d no Pastor Shawn <p>This powerful message confronts us with a truth that many of us struggle to accept: our relationship with money reveals the true condition of our hearts. Drawing from Malachi 3:10, we're challenged to understand that tithing isn't about religious obligation or financial transaction—it's about order, blessing, and trust.</p> <p>This powerful message confronts us with a truth that many of us struggle to accept: our relationship with money reveals the true condition of our hearts. Drawing from Malachi 3:10, we're challenged to understand that tithing isn't about religious obligation or financial transaction—it's about order, blessing, and trust.</p> This powerful message confronts us with a truth that many of us struggle to accept: our relationship with money reveals the true condition of our hearts. Drawing from Malachi 3:10, we're challenged to understand that tithing isn't about religious obligation or financial transaction—it's about order, blessing, and trust.

]]> Sun, 26 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2556 33 d91e023d560febb4621f07b8625c68ea no Pastor Shawn <p>As we embark on a new year, we're called to 'boldly take ground' in our spiritual lives. This powerful message draws inspiration from Habakkuk 2, reminding us that God wants to give us vision for our lives. We're encouraged to write down the visions God gives us, to make them plain, and to run with them. Just as Habakkuk wrestled with God during difficult times, we too can seek God's vision even in our struggles.</p> <p>As we embark on a new year, we're called to 'boldly take ground' in our spiritual lives. This powerful message draws inspiration from Habakkuk 2, reminding us that God wants to give us vision for our lives. We're encouraged to write down the visions God gives us, to make them plain, and to run with them. Just as Habakkuk wrestled with God during difficult times, we too can seek God's vision even in our struggles.</p> As we embark on a new year, we're called to 'boldly take ground' in our spiritual lives. This powerful message draws inspiration from Habakkuk 2, reminding us that God wants to give us vision for our lives. We're encouraged to write down the visions God gives us, to make them plain, and to run with them. Just as Habakkuk wrestled with God during difficult times, we too can seek God's vision even in our struggles.

]]> Sun, 19 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2812 34 62fbf8b982a98b706065c361e5fc6af2 no Pastor Ron <p>In our journey of faith, we often find ourselves in need of hope. This message reminds us that true hope is found not in our circumstances, but in Jesus Christ. The story of Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles serves as a powerful illustration of how we can face seemingly insurmountable challenges. When we humble ourselves, pray, seek God's face, and turn from our wicked ways, God promises to hear us and heal our land.</p> <p>In our journey of faith, we often find ourselves in need of hope. This message reminds us that true hope is found not in our circumstances, but in Jesus Christ. The story of Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles serves as a powerful illustration of how we can face seemingly insurmountable challenges. When we humble ourselves, pray, seek God's face, and turn from our wicked ways, God promises to hear us and heal our land.</p> In our journey of faith, we often find ourselves in need of hope. This message reminds us that true hope is found not in our circumstances, but in Jesus Christ. The story of Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles serves as a powerful illustration of how we can face seemingly insurmountable challenges. When we humble ourselves, pray, seek God's face, and turn from our wicked ways, God promises to hear us and heal our land.

]]> Sun, 12 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2130 35 f3da740ed98fc15aa5bda836039b235e no Pastor Elisa, Pastor Shawn <p>Today, we're reminded that God is in the business of restoration and transformation. The central theme revolves around Psalm 107:2, urging 'the redeemed of the Lord to tell their story.' We witness how a couple's journey from brokenness to healing becomes a testament to God's faithfulness. Their story emphasizes that when we put God first in our marriages, families, and finances, He can work miracles. </p> <p>Today, we're reminded that God is in the business of restoration and transformation. The central theme revolves around Psalm 107:2, urging 'the redeemed of the Lord to tell their story.' We witness how a couple's journey from brokenness to healing becomes a testament to God's faithfulness. Their story emphasizes that when we put God first in our marriages, families, and finances, He can work miracles. </p> Today, we're reminded that God is in the business of restoration and transformation. The central theme revolves around Psalm 107:2, urging 'the redeemed of the Lord to tell their story.' We witness how a couple's journey from brokenness to healing becomes a testament to God's faithfulness. Their story emphasizes that when we put God first in our marriages, families, and finances, He can work miracles. 

]]> Sun, 05 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2896 36 fe5c56f52964d689ef2361b58cd3db13 no Pastor Abarum <p>Our spiritual journey often mirrors the transformation of a Rubik's Cube - seemingly chaotic at first, but gradually coming together under God's guiding hand. This powerful metaphor reminds us that even when our lives feel jumbled and confused, we're a masterpiece in the making. </p> <p>Our spiritual journey often mirrors the transformation of a Rubik's Cube - seemingly chaotic at first, but gradually coming together under God's guiding hand. This powerful metaphor reminds us that even when our lives feel jumbled and confused, we're a masterpiece in the making. </p> Our spiritual journey often mirrors the transformation of a Rubik's Cube - seemingly chaotic at first, but gradually coming together under God's guiding hand. This powerful metaphor reminds us that even when our lives feel jumbled and confused, we're a masterpiece in the making. 

]]> Sun, 28 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2826 37 341687eab0900085d9bf27071f2670c9 no Pastor Jody <p>Our life stories are powerful testaments to God's transformative work. This message invites us to examine our personal narratives, understanding how past experiences shape who we are today. The central theme revolves around 2 Corinthians 4:5, reminding us that our stories matter because they're connected to God's greater story. </p> <p>Our life stories are powerful testaments to God's transformative work. This message invites us to examine our personal narratives, understanding how past experiences shape who we are today. The central theme revolves around 2 Corinthians 4:5, reminding us that our stories matter because they're connected to God's greater story. </p> Our life stories are powerful testaments to God's transformative work. This message invites us to examine our personal narratives, understanding how past experiences shape who we are today. The central theme revolves around 2 Corinthians 4:5, reminding us that our stories matter because they're connected to God's greater story. 

]]> Sun, 21 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2959 38 e1d86655e32d7048bf86c390f3157945 no Pastor Shawn <p>In the opening to this new series, we are reminded that our messy chapters don't need editing - they're actually where God's grace shines brightest. We're encouraged to embrace even the painful parts of our past, understanding that God can turn our mess into our ministry. This perspective shift allows us to see our scars not as shameful marks, but as powerful testimonies of God's transformative love. As we internalize this truth, we're challenged to share our stories boldly, recognizing the urgency of spreading the Gospel in a world that desperately needs hope.</p> <p>In the opening to this new series, we are reminded that our messy chapters don't need editing - they're actually where God's grace shines brightest. We're encouraged to embrace even the painful parts of our past, understanding that God can turn our mess into our ministry. This perspective shift allows us to see our scars not as shameful marks, but as powerful testimonies of God's transformative love. As we internalize this truth, we're challenged to share our stories boldly, recognizing the urgency of spreading the Gospel in a world that desperately needs hope.</p> In the opening to this new series, we are reminded that our messy chapters don't need editing - they're actually where God's grace shines brightest. We're encouraged to embrace even the painful parts of our past, understanding that God can turn our mess into our ministry. This perspective shift allows us to see our scars not as shameful marks, but as powerful testimonies of God's transformative love. As we internalize this truth, we're challenged to share our stories boldly, recognizing the urgency of spreading the Gospel in a world that desperately needs hope.

]]> Sun, 07 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2700 39 3b2afa721b1e9f45a1e18b8312fa378f no Pastor Doug <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine our prayer life and the posture of our hearts before God. The book of James teaches us that effective, fervent prayer can move mountains. We're reminded that prayer shouldn't be our last resort, but our first response in every situation.</p> <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine our prayer life and the posture of our hearts before God. The book of James teaches us that effective, fervent prayer can move mountains. We're reminded that prayer shouldn't be our last resort, but our first response in every situation.</p> In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine our prayer life and the posture of our hearts before God. The book of James teaches us that effective, fervent prayer can move mountains. We're reminded that prayer shouldn't be our last resort, but our first response in every situation.

]]> Sun, 31 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2886 40 89d10ad1506d66ead3a6e1ddac208d74 no Pastor Abarum <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to shift our focus from the temporary to the eternal. The central theme revolves around James 5:1-12, urging us to store up eternal riches rather than earthly treasures. We're reminded that our life is but a vapor, yet we often live as if this short span is all there is.</p> <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to shift our focus from the temporary to the eternal. The central theme revolves around James 5:1-12, urging us to store up eternal riches rather than earthly treasures. We're reminded that our life is but a vapor, yet we often live as if this short span is all there is.</p> In this powerful message, we're challenged to shift our focus from the temporary to the eternal. The central theme revolves around James 5:1-12, urging us to store up eternal riches rather than earthly treasures. We're reminded that our life is but a vapor, yet we often live as if this short span is all there is.

]]> Sun, 24 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2508 41 c8244cc9ef77a861eea44af4e815b385 no Pastor Elisa <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine our faith and how it matures through seizing the moments God gives us. The central theme revolves around James 4:13-17, where we're reminded that our lives are but a mist, here for a short time. This scripture prompts us to consider: Are we truly valuing God's voice in our daily decisions? Are we trusting His timing, even when it doesn't align with our plans? The message beautifully parallels our spiritual growth with the development of a city's master plan, emphasizing that God has a comprehensive strategy for our growth and development.</p> <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine our faith and how it matures through seizing the moments God gives us. The central theme revolves around James 4:13-17, where we're reminded that our lives are but a mist, here for a short time. This scripture prompts us to consider: Are we truly valuing God's voice in our daily decisions? Are we trusting His timing, even when it doesn't align with our plans? The message beautifully parallels our spiritual growth with the development of a city's master plan, emphasizing that God has a comprehensive strategy for our growth and development.</p> In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine our faith and how it matures through seizing the moments God gives us. The central theme revolves around James 4:13-17, where we're reminded that our lives are but a mist, here for a short time. This scripture prompts us to consider: Are we truly valuing God's voice in our daily decisions? Are we trusting His timing, even when it doesn't align with our plans? The message beautifully parallels our spiritual growth with the development of a city's master plan, emphasizing that God has a comprehensive strategy for our growth and development.

]]> Sun, 17 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2789 42 a501073f2d763058e9cd333cfed336b9 no Pastor Shawn <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to confront the internal war raging within us as believers. Drawing from James 3 and 4, we're reminded that true wisdom comes from heaven and is pure, peace-loving, and full of good fruit. The key spiritual lesson is that our faith matures through total surrender to God. We're urged to submit first to God, resist the devil, and then draw near to Him.</p> <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to confront the internal war raging within us as believers. Drawing from James 3 and 4, we're reminded that true wisdom comes from heaven and is pure, peace-loving, and full of good fruit. The key spiritual lesson is that our faith matures through total surrender to God. We're urged to submit first to God, resist the devil, and then draw near to Him.</p> In this powerful message, we're challenged to confront the internal war raging within us as believers. Drawing from James 3 and 4, we're reminded that true wisdom comes from heaven and is pure, peace-loving, and full of good fruit. The key spiritual lesson is that our faith matures through total surrender to God. We're urged to submit first to God, resist the devil, and then draw near to Him.

]]> Sun, 10 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2461 43 f271c1497ef80faed22775323c082a9c no Pastor Shawn <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine the immense power of our words and their impact on our spiritual growth. The book of James serves as our guide, reminding us that our tongues, though small, can steer the course of our lives much like a rudder steers a ship. We're confronted with the sobering truth that our words can either breathe life or death into situations and relationships.</p> <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine the immense power of our words and their impact on our spiritual growth. The book of James serves as our guide, reminding us that our tongues, though small, can steer the course of our lives much like a rudder steers a ship. We're confronted with the sobering truth that our words can either breathe life or death into situations and relationships.</p> In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine the immense power of our words and their impact on our spiritual growth. The book of James serves as our guide, reminding us that our tongues, though small, can steer the course of our lives much like a rudder steers a ship. We're confronted with the sobering truth that our words can either breathe life or death into situations and relationships.

]]> Sun, 03 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2877 44 b486bbf87a6d858d6ddc1bad84a9af21 no Pastor Ron <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine the true nature of our faith. Are we living out our beliefs, or merely professing them? The book of James reminds us that 'faith without works is dead.' This isn't about earning salvation, but about demonstrating the transformative power of Christ in our lives. We're called to be more than Sunday morning Christians - our faith should be visible every day of the week.</p> <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine the true nature of our faith. Are we living out our beliefs, or merely professing them? The book of James reminds us that 'faith without works is dead.' This isn't about earning salvation, but about demonstrating the transformative power of Christ in our lives. We're called to be more than Sunday morning Christians - our faith should be visible every day of the week.</p> In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine the true nature of our faith. Are we living out our beliefs, or merely professing them? The book of James reminds us that 'faith without works is dead.' This isn't about earning salvation, but about demonstrating the transformative power of Christ in our lives. We're called to be more than Sunday morning Christians - our faith should be visible every day of the week.

]]> Sun, 27 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3080 45 76190ecbbf4de19f582a4ee5cd41d84c no Pastor Jody <p>Are we the real deal when it comes to our faith? This powerful message challenges us to examine the authenticity of our Christianity. Drawing from the book of James, we're reminded that true faith produces action - it's not just about attending church or claiming a religious identity.</p> <p>Are we the real deal when it comes to our faith? This powerful message challenges us to examine the authenticity of our Christianity. Drawing from the book of James, we're reminded that true faith produces action - it's not just about attending church or claiming a religious identity.</p> Are we the real deal when it comes to our faith? This powerful message challenges us to examine the authenticity of our Christianity. Drawing from the book of James, we're reminded that true faith produces action - it's not just about attending church or claiming a religious identity.

]]> Sun, 13 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2813 46 2b2b3773efdc86782f78b9d0d535c01a no Pastor Shawn <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to move beyond simply hearing God's Word to actively living it out. The Book of James serves as our guide, reminding us that true spiritual maturity comes through obedience. We're called to be 'doers of the word, and not hearers only,' a profound truth that cuts to the heart of our faith journey.</p> <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to move beyond simply hearing God's Word to actively living it out. The Book of James serves as our guide, reminding us that true spiritual maturity comes through obedience. We're called to be 'doers of the word, and not hearers only,' a profound truth that cuts to the heart of our faith journey.</p> In this powerful message, we're challenged to move beyond simply hearing God's Word to actively living it out. The Book of James serves as our guide, reminding us that true spiritual maturity comes through obedience. We're called to be 'doers of the word, and not hearers only,' a profound truth that cuts to the heart of our faith journey.

]]> Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3533 47 5fc7b982e99632e60d3b7511e8a3eec4 no Pastor Shawn <p>In our exploration of faith and temptation, we've uncovered profound truths from the book of James. We're reminded that temptation is a universal human experience, even Jesus faced it. But here's the key: temptation itself isn't sin. It's a crossroads where we choose God's way or our own.</p> <p>In our exploration of faith and temptation, we've uncovered profound truths from the book of James. We're reminded that temptation is a universal human experience, even Jesus faced it. But here's the key: temptation itself isn't sin. It's a crossroads where we choose God's way or our own.</p> In our exploration of faith and temptation, we've uncovered profound truths from the book of James. We're reminded that temptation is a universal human experience, even Jesus faced it. But here's the key: temptation itself isn't sin. It's a crossroads where we choose God's way or our own.

]]> Sun, 29 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3101 48 3571ed90a6f978b4cacc9e9f9ad79fa1 no Pastor Shawn Sun, 22 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3025 49 a3a71b4e1cba82cb35a67ac26591541e no Pastor Jody <p>On this Father's Day, we're reminded that our Heavenly Father delights in us, even in our imperfections. The message centers on Psalm 103:13-14, highlighting God's tender compassion towards His children. We explore the concept of the 'shadow of shame' that many of us carry, often stemming from our earthly father experiences. </p> <p>On this Father's Day, we're reminded that our Heavenly Father delights in us, even in our imperfections. The message centers on Psalm 103:13-14, highlighting God's tender compassion towards His children. We explore the concept of the 'shadow of shame' that many of us carry, often stemming from our earthly father experiences. </p> On this Father's Day, we're reminded that our Heavenly Father delights in us, even in our imperfections. The message centers on Psalm 103:13-14, highlighting God's tender compassion towards His children. We explore the concept of the 'shadow of shame' that many of us carry, often stemming from our earthly father experiences. 

]]> Sun, 15 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2799 50 b177e811adb3c788328d964dd10308fd no Pastor Shawn <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to view our trials through a lens of faith and spiritual growth. The central theme revolves around James 1:2-4, encouraging us to 'consider it pure joy' when facing various trials. This counterintuitive approach isn't about finding pleasure in hardship, but recognizing the valuable spiritual fruit that can emerge from our struggles. </p> <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to view our trials through a lens of faith and spiritual growth. The central theme revolves around James 1:2-4, encouraging us to 'consider it pure joy' when facing various trials. This counterintuitive approach isn't about finding pleasure in hardship, but recognizing the valuable spiritual fruit that can emerge from our struggles. </p> In this powerful message, we're challenged to view our trials through a lens of faith and spiritual growth. The central theme revolves around James 1:2-4, encouraging us to 'consider it pure joy' when facing various trials. This counterintuitive approach isn't about finding pleasure in hardship, but recognizing the valuable spiritual fruit that can emerge from our struggles. 

]]> Sun, 08 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2207 51 af3af301fc6ca23b4a7d24a361d9bb7f no Pastor Shawn <p>In this exploration of spiritual maturity, we're challenged to examine the depth of our faith. The book of James serves as our guide, urging us to move beyond mere religious observance to a living, active faith. We're reminded that true spiritual growth requires more than just age or knowledge—it demands transformation. The message emphasizes the critical difference between simply knowing truth and actually living it out.</p> <p>In this exploration of spiritual maturity, we're challenged to examine the depth of our faith. The book of James serves as our guide, urging us to move beyond mere religious observance to a living, active faith. We're reminded that true spiritual growth requires more than just age or knowledge—it demands transformation. The message emphasizes the critical difference between simply knowing truth and actually living it out.</p> In this exploration of spiritual maturity, we're challenged to examine the depth of our faith. The book of James serves as our guide, urging us to move beyond mere religious observance to a living, active faith. We're reminded that true spiritual growth requires more than just age or knowledge—it demands transformation. The message emphasizes the critical difference between simply knowing truth and actually living it out.

]]> Sun, 01 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2453 52 e137ec4d67aaeaebf3d1b43a32955ab6 no Pastor Ron <p>In this message, we're reminded that putting God first in our finances isn't just about budgets and bills—it's about trust and faith. The central theme revolves around Matthew 6:31-33, where Jesus teaches us to seek first the Kingdom of God. We're challenged to trust God with the outcome of our lives, recognizing that obedience is our responsibility, while the results are God's.</p> <p>In this message, we're reminded that putting God first in our finances isn't just about budgets and bills—it's about trust and faith. The central theme revolves around Matthew 6:31-33, where Jesus teaches us to seek first the Kingdom of God. We're challenged to trust God with the outcome of our lives, recognizing that obedience is our responsibility, while the results are God's.</p> In this message, we're reminded that putting God first in our finances isn't just about budgets and bills—it's about trust and faith. The central theme revolves around Matthew 6:31-33, where Jesus teaches us to seek first the Kingdom of God. We're challenged to trust God with the outcome of our lives, recognizing that obedience is our responsibility, while the results are God's.

]]> Sun, 25 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2484 53 bbfe8410d88b3c085aa0c00f29e84611 no Pastor Shawn <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to embrace our God-given roles and gifts within the body of Christ. Drawing from Ephesians 2:10 and Psalm 139, we're reminded that we are God's masterpiece, created with purpose and equipped with unique abilities. </p> <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to embrace our God-given roles and gifts within the body of Christ. Drawing from Ephesians 2:10 and Psalm 139, we're reminded that we are God's masterpiece, created with purpose and equipped with unique abilities. </p> In this powerful message, we're challenged to embrace our God-given roles and gifts within the body of Christ. Drawing from Ephesians 2:10 and Psalm 139, we're reminded that we are God's masterpiece, created with purpose and equipped with unique abilities. 

]]> Sun, 18 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2397 54 49c9ead916c18e756915da56b63a78a6 no Pastor Elisa <p>In this Mother's Day message, we explore the concept of finding a fresh start in our faith through the story of Hannah in 1 Samuel 1. Hannah's struggle with barrenness and her rival's taunts mirror our own moments of waiting and disappointment. But her response teaches us a crucial lesson: instead of remaining in despair, we can choose to seek God's presence.</p> <p>In this Mother's Day message, we explore the concept of finding a fresh start in our faith through the story of Hannah in 1 Samuel 1. Hannah's struggle with barrenness and her rival's taunts mirror our own moments of waiting and disappointment. But her response teaches us a crucial lesson: instead of remaining in despair, we can choose to seek God's presence.</p> In this Mother's Day message, we explore the concept of finding a fresh start in our faith through the story of Hannah in 1 Samuel 1. Hannah's struggle with barrenness and her rival's taunts mirror our own moments of waiting and disappointment. But her response teaches us a crucial lesson: instead of remaining in despair, we can choose to seek God's presence.

]]> Sun, 11 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2070 55 a51cb2d58d12060f0c89c1eca0ecdca2 no Pastor Shawn <p>In our spiritual journey, we're called to run a race with perseverance, fixing our eyes on Jesus. This powerful message from Hebrews 12 challenges us to examine our relationships and their impact on our faith. Are we surrounded by faith killers or difference makers? We're reminded that bad company can corrupt good character, but the right relationships can spur us on towards love and good deeds.</p> <p>In our spiritual journey, we're called to run a race with perseverance, fixing our eyes on Jesus. This powerful message from Hebrews 12 challenges us to examine our relationships and their impact on our faith. Are we surrounded by faith killers or difference makers? We're reminded that bad company can corrupt good character, but the right relationships can spur us on towards love and good deeds.</p> In our spiritual journey, we're called to run a race with perseverance, fixing our eyes on Jesus. This powerful message from Hebrews 12 challenges us to examine our relationships and their impact on our faith. Are we surrounded by faith killers or difference makers? We're reminded that bad company can corrupt good character, but the right relationships can spur us on towards love and good deeds.

]]> Sun, 04 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2329 56 1dabc946429b487a245463d909e181a0 no Pastor Shawn <p>In this message, we're challenged to examine the order of our lives and how it impacts our spiritual growth. The central theme revolves around Matthew 6:33, 'Seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness.' We're reminded that the key to lasting change is putting God first in all aspects of our lives. This isn't just about knowing the truth, but living it out daily. </p> <p>In this message, we're challenged to examine the order of our lives and how it impacts our spiritual growth. The central theme revolves around Matthew 6:33, 'Seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness.' We're reminded that the key to lasting change is putting God first in all aspects of our lives. This isn't just about knowing the truth, but living it out daily. </p> In this message, we're challenged to examine the order of our lives and how it impacts our spiritual growth. The central theme revolves around Matthew 6:33, 'Seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness.' We're reminded that the key to lasting change is putting God first in all aspects of our lives. This isn't just about knowing the truth, but living it out daily. 

]]> Sun, 27 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2279 57 8d56acfe6ecc36dd1a417407e57fb70b no Pastor Shawn <p>This powerful message reminds us that the gospel is not about turning bad people into good ones, but about bringing dead souls to life through Christ. We're challenged to confront our sin, recognizing it as a problem we can't solve on our own. The good news is that Jesus offers us grace - a resource we desperately need but can't supply ourselves.</p> <p>This powerful message reminds us that the gospel is not about turning bad people into good ones, but about bringing dead souls to life through Christ. We're challenged to confront our sin, recognizing it as a problem we can't solve on our own. The good news is that Jesus offers us grace - a resource we desperately need but can't supply ourselves.</p> This powerful message reminds us that the gospel is not about turning bad people into good ones, but about bringing dead souls to life through Christ. We're challenged to confront our sin, recognizing it as a problem we can't solve on our own. The good news is that Jesus offers us grace - a resource we desperately need but can't supply ourselves.

]]> Sun, 20 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1628 58 17c42799a10f762bf222d69cf4475888 no Pastor Shawn <p>As we approach Easter, we're called to prepare our hearts for a spiritual battle. This message, rooted in Joshua 3, challenges us to consecrate ourselves, just as the Israelites did before entering the Promised Land. We're reminded that God is about to do amazing things - transforming lives, restoring marriages, and breaking addictions. But to witness these miracles, we must get our hearts right through fasting and prayer. </p> <p>As we approach Easter, we're called to prepare our hearts for a spiritual battle. This message, rooted in Joshua 3, challenges us to consecrate ourselves, just as the Israelites did before entering the Promised Land. We're reminded that God is about to do amazing things - transforming lives, restoring marriages, and breaking addictions. But to witness these miracles, we must get our hearts right through fasting and prayer. </p> As we approach Easter, we're called to prepare our hearts for a spiritual battle. This message, rooted in Joshua 3, challenges us to consecrate ourselves, just as the Israelites did before entering the Promised Land. We're reminded that God is about to do amazing things - transforming lives, restoring marriages, and breaking addictions. But to witness these miracles, we must get our hearts right through fasting and prayer. 

]]> Sun, 13 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2118 59 631058189b01d8c88cfa80c9e46626d2 no Pastor Doug <p>Are we living our faith as active participants or mere spectators? This powerful message challenges us to shift from a 'cruise ship' mentality to that of a 'fishing boat.' Drawing from 1 Corinthians 12, we're reminded that every believer is a vital part of the body of Christ. Just as each body part has a unique function, we all have a special role to play in God's kingdom.</p> <p>Are we living our faith as active participants or mere spectators? This powerful message challenges us to shift from a 'cruise ship' mentality to that of a 'fishing boat.' Drawing from 1 Corinthians 12, we're reminded that every believer is a vital part of the body of Christ. Just as each body part has a unique function, we all have a special role to play in God's kingdom.</p> Are we living our faith as active participants or mere spectators? This powerful message challenges us to shift from a 'cruise ship' mentality to that of a 'fishing boat.' Drawing from 1 Corinthians 12, we're reminded that every believer is a vital part of the body of Christ. Just as each body part has a unique function, we all have a special role to play in God's kingdom.

]]> Sun, 06 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2173 60 12fb09a104beef6fca4b7f7502e3544b no Pastor Shawn <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to embrace the true essence of the gospel and our role as followers of Christ. The central theme revolves around Jesus' mission to 'seek and save the lost' (Luke 19:10) and how we're called to participate in this mission. We're reminded that our salvation isn't about us finding God but about God finding us in our lostness. </p> <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to embrace the true essence of the gospel and our role as followers of Christ. The central theme revolves around Jesus' mission to 'seek and save the lost' (Luke 19:10) and how we're called to participate in this mission. We're reminded that our salvation isn't about us finding God but about God finding us in our lostness. </p> In this powerful message, we're challenged to embrace the true essence of the gospel and our role as followers of Christ. The central theme revolves around Jesus' mission to 'seek and save the lost' (Luke 19:10) and how we're called to participate in this mission. We're reminded that our salvation isn't about us finding God but about God finding us in our lostness. 

]]> Sun, 30 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2187 61 36bc7fdeae5d113158a8d740b748be90 no Pastor Shawn <p>In our journey of faith, we often struggle with priorities and order in our lives. This message challenges us to examine who or what sits on the throne of our hearts. Are we truly putting God first, or have we allowed other things - even good things like family or church - to take His place?</p> <p>In our journey of faith, we often struggle with priorities and order in our lives. This message challenges us to examine who or what sits on the throne of our hearts. Are we truly putting God first, or have we allowed other things - even good things like family or church - to take His place?</p> In our journey of faith, we often struggle with priorities and order in our lives. This message challenges us to examine who or what sits on the throne of our hearts. Are we truly putting God first, or have we allowed other things - even good things like family or church - to take His place?

]]> Sun, 23 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2090 62 80d44d8e8f3fedbfc1164c60282ee500 no Pastor Doug <p>This sermon challenges believers to consider how they are living their lives, focusing on the concept of the "dash" between one's birth and death dates. It emphasizes the importance of living purposefully, using God-given talents and opportunities to fulfill one's calling. </p> <p>This sermon challenges believers to consider how they are living their lives, focusing on the concept of the "dash" between one's birth and death dates. It emphasizes the importance of living purposefully, using God-given talents and opportunities to fulfill one's calling. </p> This sermon challenges believers to consider how they are living their lives, focusing on the concept of the "dash" between one's birth and death dates. It emphasizes the importance of living purposefully, using God-given talents and opportunities to fulfill one's calling. 

]]> Sun, 16 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2603 63 5fa38db9c627daca05292d704848e243 no Pastor Shawn <p>In this encouraging message, we're challenged to truly understand what it means to 'play for Team Jesus.' Drawing from Matthew 4:19-20, we see Jesus calling His first disciples with the simple yet profound invitation: 'Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.' This call isn't just about belief, but about a complete transformation of our lives.</p> <p>In this encouraging message, we're challenged to truly understand what it means to 'play for Team Jesus.' Drawing from Matthew 4:19-20, we see Jesus calling His first disciples with the simple yet profound invitation: 'Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.' This call isn't just about belief, but about a complete transformation of our lives.</p> In this encouraging message, we're challenged to truly understand what it means to 'play for Team Jesus.' Drawing from Matthew 4:19-20, we see Jesus calling His first disciples with the simple yet profound invitation: 'Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.' This call isn't just about belief, but about a complete transformation of our lives.

]]> Sun, 09 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2515 64 fc59f0ed2709bfe1f967b9f78cd3c121 no Pastor Shawn <p>In this message, we're challenged to examine our stewardship of God's gifts - our time, talent, and treasure. The parable from Luke 16 reminds us that we're managers, not owners, of what God has entrusted to us. How are we using these resources for eternal impact? The world often manages its resources more shrewdly than believers do. It's time for a shift in perspective: we don't have to give, we get to give.</p> <p>In this message, we're challenged to examine our stewardship of God's gifts - our time, talent, and treasure. The parable from Luke 16 reminds us that we're managers, not owners, of what God has entrusted to us. How are we using these resources for eternal impact? The world often manages its resources more shrewdly than believers do. It's time for a shift in perspective: we don't have to give, we get to give.</p> In this message, we're challenged to examine our stewardship of God's gifts - our time, talent, and treasure. The parable from Luke 16 reminds us that we're managers, not owners, of what God has entrusted to us. How are we using these resources for eternal impact? The world often manages its resources more shrewdly than believers do. It's time for a shift in perspective: we don't have to give, we get to give.

]]> Sun, 02 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 3093 65 d54b2ba5429ac807f3796be5e6af5e6c no Pastor Shawn <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to become 'oaks of righteousness'—strong, stable believers deeply rooted in God's truth. The central image comes from Isaiah 61:3, comparing mature Christians to mighty oak trees. We're asked to consider whether we are truly planted in God's soil or merely potted plants, easily uprooted when challenges arise.</p> <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to become 'oaks of righteousness'—strong, stable believers deeply rooted in God's truth. The central image comes from Isaiah 61:3, comparing mature Christians to mighty oak trees. We're asked to consider whether we are truly planted in God's soil or merely potted plants, easily uprooted when challenges arise.</p> In this powerful message, we're challenged to become 'oaks of righteousness'—strong, stable believers deeply rooted in God's truth. The central image comes from Isaiah 61:3, comparing mature Christians to mighty oak trees. We're asked to consider whether we are truly planted in God's soil or merely potted plants, easily uprooted when challenges arise.

]]> Sun, 23 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2506 66 02bdbda63bd508738ed770895fedfbbc no Pastor Shawn <p>In this message, we're challenged to reconsider our understanding of worship and purpose. The central theme revolves around the idea that our ultimate purpose is to glorify God, not ourselves. Drawing from Revelation 4, we're reminded of the heavenly scene where elders cast their crowns before God's throne. This imagery serves as a powerful metaphor for how we should live our lives – constantly giving glory back to God.</p> <p>In this message, we're challenged to reconsider our understanding of worship and purpose. The central theme revolves around the idea that our ultimate purpose is to glorify God, not ourselves. Drawing from Revelation 4, we're reminded of the heavenly scene where elders cast their crowns before God's throne. This imagery serves as a powerful metaphor for how we should live our lives – constantly giving glory back to God.</p> In this message, we're challenged to reconsider our understanding of worship and purpose. The central theme revolves around the idea that our ultimate purpose is to glorify God, not ourselves. Drawing from Revelation 4, we're reminded of the heavenly scene where elders cast their crowns before God's throne. This imagery serves as a powerful metaphor for how we should live our lives – constantly giving glory back to God.

]]> Sun, 16 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2852 67 36fca02302b0396c921132ad8ea67356 no Pastor Shawn <p>This sermon explores the importance of diversity and unity within the church as core values. It emphasizes that God's church is meant to be both multicultural and multi-generational, reflecting the full image of God.</p> <p>This sermon explores the importance of diversity and unity within the church as core values. It emphasizes that God's church is meant to be both multicultural and multi-generational, reflecting the full image of God.</p> This sermon explores the importance of diversity and unity within the church as core values. It emphasizes that God's church is meant to be both multicultural and multi-generational, reflecting the full image of God.

]]> Sun, 09 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2703 68 d8e859c49dca1921c76132ab4cce3d08 no Revival Night 3 Pastor Matt Keller <p>In this powerful message, we're reminded of the story of Elijah on Mount Carmel from 1 Kings 18. Just as Elijah prayed persistently for rain after a long drought, we too are encouraged to believe for breakthrough in our lives. The central theme revolves around the idea that God is bringing a spiritual rain - a revival - to our church and our lives. We're challenged to 'believe big, look long, impact many, and trust greatly.' </p> <p>In this powerful message, we're reminded of the story of Elijah on Mount Carmel from 1 Kings 18. Just as Elijah prayed persistently for rain after a long drought, we too are encouraged to believe for breakthrough in our lives. The central theme revolves around the idea that God is bringing a spiritual rain - a revival - to our church and our lives. We're challenged to 'believe big, look long, impact many, and trust greatly.' </p> In this powerful message, we're reminded of the story of Elijah on Mount Carmel from 1 Kings 18. Just as Elijah prayed persistently for rain after a long drought, we too are encouraged to believe for breakthrough in our lives. The central theme revolves around the idea that God is bringing a spiritual rain - a revival - to our church and our lives. We're challenged to 'believe big, look long, impact many, and trust greatly.'

]]> Tue, 28 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2393 69 e7e0636caf49aa536251290881bee225 no Revival Night 2 Pastor Matt Erikson <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to embrace the concept of being 'touched' by God. The central theme revolves around Acts 4, where the early church faced opposition but responded with bold prayer. We're reminded that when God's hand is upon us, three things happen: we're shaken, filled, and emboldened.</p> <p>In this powerful message, we're challenged to embrace the concept of being 'touched' by God. The central theme revolves around Acts 4, where the early church faced opposition but responded with bold prayer. We're reminded that when God's hand is upon us, three things happen: we're shaken, filled, and emboldened.</p> In this powerful message, we're challenged to embrace the concept of being 'touched' by God. The central theme revolves around Acts 4, where the early church faced opposition but responded with bold prayer. We're reminded that when God's hand is upon us, three things happen: we're shaken, filled, and emboldened.

]]> Mon, 27 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2662 70 dad8a0cc5b1b7fd381f0e38deccc2035 no Pastor Shawn Sun, 19 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2481 71 4c3d474f223f2a6bbfcf59e7c4f6bbdf no Revival Night 1 Pastor Devin Webb <p>In this message, we're reminded of the transformative power of prayer in our spiritual lives. The central theme revolves around Jesus' declaration in Mark 11 that His house should be a 'house of prayer.' We're challenged to consider whether our lives truly reflect this calling. The message highlights three key aspects of prayer: it brings supernatural peace, provides supernatural protection, and releases God's supernatural power.</p> <p>In this message, we're reminded of the transformative power of prayer in our spiritual lives. The central theme revolves around Jesus' declaration in Mark 11 that His house should be a 'house of prayer.' We're challenged to consider whether our lives truly reflect this calling. The message highlights three key aspects of prayer: it brings supernatural peace, provides supernatural protection, and releases God's supernatural power.</p> In this message, we're reminded of the transformative power of prayer in our spiritual lives. The central theme revolves around Jesus' declaration in Mark 11 that His house should be a 'house of prayer.' We're challenged to consider whether our lives truly reflect this calling. The message highlights three key aspects of prayer: it brings supernatural peace, provides supernatural protection, and releases God's supernatural power.

]]> Tue, 14 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2580 72 687e0ccc9048ebd82b6dd1e12f5564ec no Pastor Shawn Sun, 17 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2787 73 ae327f183dc1d884e01d41f285ab00d9 no Pastor Shawn Sun, 10 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2293 74 7d773ea2ccc260574f781605d0c55e25 no Pastor Doug Sun, 03 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2182 75 09734a6b2491bd8367b26b12d6bdab06 no Pastor Matt Erikson Sun, 27 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2033 76 30b34c1c28d3620197f69b1ea71cbafc no Pastor Shawn Sun, 20 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2433 77 89767feeaf52d305edf8abbc95a19537 no Pastor Shawn Sun, 13 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2847 78 7a2da674d2fe489abf7dcefa78bc0f4f no Pastor Shawn Sun, 06 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3024 79 740ade6910bd6a3ed05a30f376e0bc1f no Pastor Shawn Sun, 29 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2640 80 d16804770cda2df2eb6d587dfe005797 no Pastor Shawn Sun, 22 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2524 81 04a1b6ffffba29a8fe67c14bf6469c35 no Pastor Shawn Sun, 15 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 3008 82 64ccd33299c67405eb935c1cc4da1910 no Pastor Shawn Sun, 08 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2919 83 f705967e3c625af2e3874b0a99c50f79 no Pastor Shawn Sun, 27 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3260 84 2200a146-2b39-48c3-afbc-2d9d0ace49a2 no Pastor Shawn Sun, 20 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000 3035 85 982052e6-d1ac-4790-8d42-4883d566029e no Pastor Doug Sun, 13 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2682 86 98dd7775-8b43-49b6-896c-0a6f772aac5d no Pastor Shawn Sun, 30 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2758 87 4f43f6ca-e3e0-4392-9ef9-6a8ef103ba7a no Pastor Shawn Sun, 23 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2855 88 0c0ca3b3-4ef4-4922-b0ec-a6894d1dbbeb no Pastor Shawn 2488 89 af666f10-1e56-4643-873a-8e46a2738cd5 no Pastor Shawn 2825 90 c27f07a0-9557-46e8-b2d6-c53d595d5ced no