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Jesus left us with a command: “…do not worry about your life.” The reality is that we’ve all gotten caught in the quicksand of “what-ifs” and doubt when it comes to finances. But our Savior tells us that when we learn to think about money His way and place our trust in Him, we can close the door on worry! So, in a world full of uncertainty and trouble, how can we genuinely believe and rest in Jesus’ promise to care for us and meet every single one of our needs? Tune in for another life-changing message in our Trust Fund series to learn more.
When Jesus talked about money, He introduced a wildly controversial idea of having an eternal view of wealth and that money has the potential to have lasting, heavenly impact. That’s still strange for many of us today because the world’s view is to build and accumulate money and things that show our success—things that seemingly bring us comfort, security and even power. But God warns us that money and possessions can deceive us into living for the temporal and cause us to lose sight of what it means to live for the eternal. How we use money affects the very core of who we are becoming! Tune into the full message to hear more on God’s heart for us when it comes to money.
Matthew 6:19-21 ESVDo not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will …
We all have a picture of what “the good life” looks like to us, an idea of the end goal we want to achieve. And even though each of us has many aspirations, we all have an ultimate treasure. It may be ...
Matthew 6:1,4 NLT
“Watch out! Don’t do your good deeds publicly, to be admired by others, for you will lose the reward from your Father in heaven. Give your gifts in private, and your Father, who sees everything, will reward you.”
The idea of someone loving you despite all your flaws can be hard to comprehend or fully embrace. And yet, every single day, God extends His love, mercy, and grace toward each of us—not because of anything we’ve done but simply because of who He is. Tune in as we dive deeper into this timely message by Pastor Meeks to learn more about the beauty of God’s love and find encouragement as we journey to love others like Jesus.
Jesus knew there would be storms. He knew we would suffer and be under the threat of daily temptation. But He also made a way for us to be armed to victoriously withstand the temptations and distractions of the enemy, through prayer. Tune in as we go deeper into the final teachings of Jesus in our series, When We Pray.
Matthew 6:9-13 NKJV
“Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.”
Prayer is a beautiful invitation to enter into conversation with God—the One who loves us and wants the best for us. He knows what you need before you even ask Him, so why did Jesus find it important to teach His disciples how to pray? Join us as we dive into the beauty, power, and purpose of prayer together in our new series, When You Pray.
All of us were born with a sinful, selfish nature. Apart from God, we are concerned and consumed by our personal plans and desires. There is a gap between what He wants to happen in the earth and what is currently taking place. But we are invited to help close the gap, to exalt a culture that’s greater than our own: God’s Kingdom culture. Tune in as we learn what it looks like to allow His ways, His will, and His power to permeate our lives!
Prayer is a gift that God gives to His children. We are invited to meet with the One who pours out His love, goodness, mercy, and much more. In His presence, we are blessed to be able to focus not on what is broken in our lives but on the One who is whole.
Prayer is a beautiful invitation from God for us to enter into conversation with Him. Many things can turn our attention and our hearts away from connecting with Him. But in this chaotic world, God’s invitation for us to come to Him isn’t just a privilege; it’s a necessity. Tune in to learn more about the beauty, power, and purpose of prayer in our series, When You Pray.
We’re on a mission—the Great Commission! Jesus has called us to make disciples wherever we go, and we have the honor and privilege of being chosen to carry out the beautiful plans He has for the world. At Victory, He has given us a unique vision to do just that. Tune in to learn more about the DNA of our church family and God’s ultimate vision for us as followers of Christ.
We live in an unpredictable world, where the wind and waves of life’s storms can leave us disheartened and drifting. At times, we may get weary, and it can feel like Jesus is silent. Where is He in the midst of our pain, and what can we do in the waiting? Let’s find strength for today in the promises of God and rest in Him as the anchor of our souls!
Biblical community is a beautiful part of God’s design for our lives. He never intended for us to do life alone. He made us to thrive in godly relationships! That’s where we find support, encouragement, and healthy accountability. We were made to do life together so that we can endure in every life season and remain anchored in our faith. Tune in to learn how you can engage in community!
Sometimes the opinions and beliefs of the world around us—culture, religion, and even our own experiences—may feel like truth. But when they don’t align with scripture, how can we find the will to release those beliefs and cling to the unchanging word of God? He welcomes our doubts and concerns, and we can find safety, clarity, and restoration in Him! Find out how to contend for the faith and stay anchored to God amid the storms of life.
In life, storms are going to come. God knew that we would need a hope to hold onto when they do. Jesus is that hope, the one sent to keep us from being carried away by the wind and the waves. And there is no better person, place, or thing to have as an anchor for our souls! Find out how to stand firm in Christ during difficult times in part one of our Anchored series.
Marriage is a beautiful gift from God! To build a strong foundation for marriage, we have to learn to communicate successfully. God wants your union to thrive in every way, and healthy communication is one of the most important aspects of a healthy marriage. Let’s learn how to communicate on purpose in this message from our friend Jimmy Evans!
Jesus lived a mission-centered life and left a lasting impact in all of His relationships. He wants us to follow His lead, especially when it comes to our families. Family is a beautiful gift from God, and He has a special plan for yours! Even if you didn’t inherit a good family story, it’s never too late to change the legacy. Let’s commit to doing family on purpose—all for God’s glory—starting today.
We all have the same purpose: glorify God and enjoy Him forever. To walk that out, each of us has been given a uniquely specific blend of gifts, talents and abilities to use wherever God leads us. While our purpose remains the same, our calling can change throughout the various seasons of our lives. God wants us to trust Him, allowing Him to lead us on the journey He mapped long ago. But how do we begin to run in God’s perfect plan for our lives? Learn more in part two of True North!
Before Jesus left the earth, He set an expectation for His followers to live according to His example. When we represent Christ well, we give others the opportunity to experience His true nature and draw closer to Him. Compassion is one of the characteristics that attracts people to God. It is looking beyond our own needs to see the needs of others, learning to value them above ourselves. Let’s begin to engage the world with hearts of compassion and demonstrate the love of the Father to everyone we encounter!
It’s not always easy to build relationships with people whose lifestyles aren’t like ours. How do we love our neighbors when all we see are differences? Jesus engaged the culture of His day with love, grace and the truth of the gospel. He invites us to do the same—to live in a way that glorifies God and open our lives to connect with others so we may inspire them to want to know Jesus for themselves. We’re breaking down what that looks like in part four of our Open Doors series!
Did you know God created you just so He could love you? You are fully accepted as you are! He is for you and is faithful to welcome you into ...
One of the many beautiful attributes of God is His ability to love unconditionally. There is no guilt-trip, no condemnation, no prerequisite to be accepted. And if you’re feeling lost ...
Jesus came not only to set us free but to help us actually walk in freedom! But stepping into the next level of life with God requires loosening your grip ...
The enemy’s oldest trick is to get us to believe lies about who God is, who we are, and more. But God has given us spiritual weapons to tear down ...
“… one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and reaching forward to what lies ahead…” (Philippians 3:13 NASB) Do you know what it cost our Savior not just to ...
We have a generous God! In giving us His son, Jesus, He gave us His BEST. When we come face-to-face with the selfless love of God and embrace it, we ...
There’s something about love that produces generosity. Think about it this way: God so loved the world that He GAVE… When we give, we are called to do so out ...
Are you praying for someone you love to receive Jesus as Savior? Many of us have felt burdened by the desire for friends and family to know Jesus as Lord. ...
Here’s the truth: We have to get our families in order. Why? Because the first ministry God has called us to starts at home. Every family has a story. Not ...
We come from all different types of parenting situations—married, single moms or dads, blended families, and more. Whatever your family dynamic, we can look to the Word of God for ...
From the beginning of time, human beings have had to deal with conflict. There is no one on earth who hasn’t experienced it. None of us are exempt. Conflict isn’t ...
We are daughters and sons of God, the creator of heaven and earth. He is the King of kings and Lord of lords, and as His children, He is always ...
Dear Church: Your Prayers Are Precious to GodPastor James MeeksJuly 11, 2021 Revelation 8:3 KJV And another angel came and stood at the altar, having a golden censer; and there ...
Our God is holy, special and unlike anyone or anything else we’ll ever encounter. In His love, He has called us to live life according to His standards rather than ...
We are in a war. Our identity is fully secure in Christ, but we’re in an ongoing battle for our hearts. We have an enemy who’s constantly seeking to get ...
Just in case no one’s told you lately: You are enough. At some point or another, we’ve all felt like we don’t measure up, like we need to do more ...
Who, or what, defines you? Many of us have allowed things like possessions, accomplishments, family, and sex to determine our value. But we were created to live from a place of identity ...
We live in a world that tells us we have to prove our worth, but if God’s greatness is going to be emancipated in us, we have to take hold ...
Can we be real with each other for a moment? Have you ever felt like you’ve disappointed God or somehow disqualified yourself from His purpose for your life? You’re not ...
Jesus died a brutal death on a cross, sacrificing His life once and for all so that we could have a relationship with God. We know the story doesn’t end ...
We have a God who loves to speak to His people both individually and corporately. He delights in gathering His people together to hear, discuss and live out His Word ...
We have a God who loves to speak to us, and we were made to hear Him. Communication with God is key, because much of what He says effects what ...
We have a God who wants to set us free so we can live the life Jesus purchased for us to the fullest! We also have an enemy who sets ...
We were created to use our passions, gifts and abilities for God’s glory in the world around us. To emancipate the greatness He put inside of us, we first have ...
We’re living in a time when many of us have been elevating ourselves and our points-of-view rather than valuing others. As followers of Jesus, we are to meant to be ...
God is leading us forward into the emancipation of the greatness He’s placed inside of each and every one us. It has always been His plan to rule the earth ...
In the beginning, God created. In His very own image, He created you. You were uniquely designed, unlike anything else in all creation. Everything about you is a gift from the ...
Matthew 5:15 tells us: “… a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone …” We live in a world that is getting darker, in a ...
Joy is not a feeling. It isn’t something that’s based on our finances, health, or any other present circumstances; it’s a fruit of the Holy Spirit. Because Christ came, even ...
Have you ever been in a season when life wasn’t turning out the way you thought and God seemed silent—like He was nowhere to be found? It’s easy to have ...
Many Christians set aside the four weeks leading up to Christmas to celebrate Advent. It’s a time of remembrance and expectant waiting for the coming of Jesus Christ. During this ...
When we say “yes” to Jesus, each of us becomes a different person. We are born again, belonging to a nation higher than the one where we physically reside. When ...
God created mankind in His very own image, and He sent Jesus to shed His blood on the cross for us all. As followers of Christ, we are ultimately here ...
Sex is a gift. While it has been defiled and broken, the truth is that God invented sex! It’s a part of His original design, and He tells us Himself ...
Jesus’ disciples gave up everything to follow Him, and He invites us to do the same. He calls out to each one of us to swim beyond the shore and ...
On Sunday, August 16, 2020, we celebrated the past, present, and future of Victory! Having served faithfully as the senior pastors for 30 years, we came together to honor the ...