Throughout The Christmas Tree series, we will explore four surprising stories in Jesus' family tree found in Matthew 1:1-6. David Marvin starts with Rehab and her transformation from a labeled prostitute to a key figure in the royal lineage of God. Rahab's story from Joshua 2 illustrates God's pursuit, rescue, and transformative grace.
Read MoreDaniel and his friends, captured and taken to Babylon, faced a pivotal choice: to assimilate into the culture or stand firm in their faith. Despite potential consequences, Daniel resolved not to defile himself with the king's offerings, showing how small decisions impact greater victories.
This message from Marvin Walker explores how decisions determine our destiny, and the importance of standing through preparation, application, and dedication. The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace shows that standing for faith may not always lead to immediate victory, but God can show up in unexpected ways. The ultimate message is a call to stand firm, stand out, and stand up for one's faith, as decisions will ultimately shape destiny.
Read MoreIn this sermon, JP shows us the three obstacles, anxiety, temptation, and suffering, addressed in 1 Peter 5:6-10 and how we are to combat them with a Kingdom-first mindset.
Read MoreWelcome to our Generous series! As we kick off, David Marvin walked through how Jesus taught about money, specifically how our lives are opportunities that can be filled with meaningful investments or spent acquiring material possessions. Jesus encourages us to prioritize investing in eternity and serving God rather than pursuing wealth for its own sake. Money, according to Jesus, reveals our perspective on eternity, our heart's condition, and who we ultimately serve.
Read MoreWelcome to our Generous series! As we kick off, David Marvin walked through how Jesus taught about money, specifically how our lives are opportunities that can be filled with meaningful investments or spent acquiring material possessions. Jesus encourages us to prioritize investing in eternity and serving God rather than pursuing wealth for its own sake. Money, according to Jesus, reveals our perspective on eternity, our heart's condition, and who we ultimately serve.
Read MoreIn our last week of studying the book of Jonah, we see God's pursuit of the unlovable. David Leventhal highlights how Jonah's anger at God's mercy toward the Ninevites reflects our own struggles with forgiveness and judgment. The message also underscores the importance of seeing people as God sees them and challenges the audience to repent of any attitudes that hinder them from extending grace and mercy to others. Overall, we have room to grow in self-reflection, humility, and a deeper understanding of God's love and compassion.
Read MoreWelcome to week 3 of our Jonah series! This week we're in Jonah 3, and we will see that confronting the reality of our own mortality can be a powerful force in life. In this message, we explore the book of Jonah and discover three key lessons about God and his message: God uses broken people, God uses people who share His message, and God’s heart is for all people.
Read MoreWe're in week two of our Jonah series, and we explore the theme of repentance and restoration using the story of Jonah from Jonah 2. We discuss how God hears and saves desperate people who call on Him, emphasizing the importance of turning away from sin through repentance. We also highlight the idea that our God is a God of second chances. Join us as we dive into the deep waters of Jonah's journey and learn about God's character and faithfulness.
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In our first week in our Jonah series, we explore Jonah 1 and the lessons it teaches us about running from God. We realize disobedience is the first step in running from God, leading to discipline and consequences. However, we also learn that God's love for runaways knows no bounds as He pursues us relentlessly. Ultimately, this message highlights the incredible love of God demonstrated through Jesus, who died for us while we were still sinners.
Read MoreAs we wrap up our On Brand series, we delve into the value of engaging with those who are far from God. The problem is the disconnect between Jesus' perspective on the lost and our own, which results in various societal issues such as anxiety, depression, addiction, marriage concerns, identity issues, and prodigal children.
Our passion for those who are far from God needs reigniting, and as followers of Christ, we possess the answer to their struggles. Here you'll find practical steps to develop a heart for the lost, engage with them, and ultimately celebrate when they are found.
Read MoreAs we continue week five of our On Brand series, we see the importance of discipleship and how we can finish the faith race well and leave a meaningful legacy. Drawing from key scriptures like Matthew 28:18-20 and Mark 12:30-31, discover what it means to be a disciple, and see how disciples are made through the "caught and taught" process as we pass the baton of faith to future generations. The life you have always wanted is found when you give yours away. 🙌
Read MoreWelcome to week 3 of our 'On Brand' series, where we explore the timeless characteristics that define the church. ⛪
The key message here is that success as a Christ Follower is closely tied to being part of a spiritual training team – what we call community groups.
Read MoreThis week is all about the Bible! We look at 2 Timothy 3:14-4:4 and delve into the transformative potential of God's word. The scripture reminds us to cling to the truth found in the Holy Scriptures, emphasizing their role in making us wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.
Ultimately, as Jesus prayed for His disciples in John 17, He also prayed for all who would believe through their message. We are called to unity in truth, embracing the transformative power of God's Word, and sharing it with the world.
Join us in exploring the profound impact of God's Word on our lives and our role in spreading its message of hope and truth!
All of us need encouragement to step into the light and embrace authenticity, and there is support for those struggling with secrets and sins. Come and find fellowship to overcome darkness and experience God's healing and mercy!
Read MoreWelcome to On Brand! Terry Kasselman, our re:generation Director, begins our deep dive into our five core values, beginning with "Authenticity." He explains the difficulty of living authentically and its benefits (healing, mercy, prevention of heart hardening). Terry will also share a personal story of how authenticity transformed his life after years of hiding his sins.
All of us need encouragement to step into the light and embrace authenticity, and there is support for those struggling with secrets and sins. Come and find fellowship to overcome darkness and experience God's healing and mercy!
Read MoreWelcome to On Brand! We're kicking off the series by delving into the notion of embodying the "On Brand" identity as followers of Christ, in line with the church's vision and values. The aim of the series is to explore the application of these principles and objectives in believers' everyday lives. The term "On Brand" emphasizes five core values: authenticity, Bible-based, community, discipleship, and engagement.
Read MoreGod's love is often an idea we know but a truth we don't experience. In this powerful talk, we explore key biblical passages from 1 John 4 and Jude and unveil the impact of embracing God's love in our lives. Learn how to shift your perspective from a negative self-view to the truth that God cherishes you. We can truly remain in His love through fearless living, freedom to love others, and faithfulness to God's commands. Dive deep into this life-changing revelation and let it shape your journey today!
Read MoreThis is the last week in our Sex By Design series! This week we're discussing God's design for marriage and how marriage is the foundational relationship, a commitment, and unity in a lifelong covenant between one man and one woman. The roles of husbands and wives are explored, and we see the importance of sacrificial love and submission between men and women. You will see how marriage reflects Christ's relationship with the church and offers hope for rewriting stories through Christ's love and grace.
This series, Sex By Design, will discuss how we have departed from the perfect God-given design for gender and sexuality. Parents of kids in Middle School and younger, we recommend that you use caution in letting your kids stream this series.
Read MoreIn this message, David Marvin explores the purpose and design of sex according to God's plan. Sex is meant to be an exclusive and protected gift to be enjoyed between one man and one woman in the context of marriage.
However, our culture has devalued sex, leading to pain and regret. We learn how sex has permanence and bonding power and how serving and sacrificing for our spouse leads to a deeper and more meaningful connection. Despite past mistakes, God's love and forgiveness offer hope and healing.
This series, Sex By Design, will discuss how we have departed from the perfect God-given design for gender and sexuality. Parents of kids in Middle School and younger, we recommend that you use caution in letting your kids stream this series.
Read MoreIt's week 3 of our Sex By Design series, and today we're diving into God's design of women. We're going to see the Scriptures elevate four qualities in women: they are reflectors of God's image, strong helpers, unique and distinct in their creation, and life-givers both biologically and spiritually.
The Scriptures encourage women to embrace their God-given value and purpose, even when societal norms may undervalue or misrepresent them. We're also going to see the importance of mothers in bringing forth life and nurturing the next generation, both physically and spiritually, echoing the sacrificial love of Christ.
This series, Sex By Design, will discuss how we have departed from the perfect God-given design for gender and sexuality. Parents of kids in Middle School and younger, we recommend that you use caution in letting your kids stream this series.
Read MoreThis week we are discussing the importance of biblical masculinity and God's design for men. We're in the middle of an epidemic of fatherlessness, and it's all the more important to have a biblical vision for what God's man is supposed to be. David Marvin explores four truths from the creation account in Genesis, focusing on the need for men to courageously follow God's word. Jesus is presented as the ultimate model of biblical masculinity, and we also see the role of men in leading, loving, and protecting women. Lastly, God emphasizes men's responsibility to better God's world through raising godly children, excelling at work, and living for something beyond this world. We're calling men to be courageous, godly, and impactful in their lives and communities.
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