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Metro Life Church
Belonging Before Becoming opens our series through the book of James by showing that living faith begins with belonging to Jesus Christ
Joshua calls Israel to remember God’s grace, put away every rival, and choose whom they will serve. Jesus, the greater Joshua, gives His people the grace to remain faithful.
Joshua’s final words call us to remember God’s faithfulness, cling to Christ, and trust Him with every room of our lives. Discover how the greater Joshua fulfilled God’s promises and gives us confidence to follow Him with wholehearted devotion.
Joshua 22 recounts how a misunderstood altar nearly divided God’s people and shows how faithfulness, honest conversation, and a willingness to pursue peace can preserve unity. Because Jesus crossed the distance to reconcile us to God, His people can approach conflict with humility, truth, and grace.
Joshua 21 shows that God keeps every promise He makes, even across long seasons of waiting. Because every promise finds its fulfillment in Jesus Christ and our inheritance is guaranteed by the Holy Spirit, we can rest our lives on the faithfulness of God.
Joshua 20 shows us the mercy of God through the cities of refuge, where the endangered could run, tell the truth, receive protection, and wait for release. This sermon points us to Jesus, our greater refuge and Great High Priest, who shelters sinners and brings them home.
Joshua 18 asks a question that still reaches us today: “How long will you put off” what God has called you to receive by faith? In this sermon, Pastor Chris Jessee calls us to seek God’s presence, respond to His grace, and trust the Lord with the outcome.
In Joshua 14:6-15:19, Caleb steps forward as an old man still trusting an old promise. This sermon points us to wholehearted faith, the Lord’s keeping power, and the greater inheritance secured for us in Jesus Christ.
In Joshua 13:1-14:5, God reminds Joshua that there is still more land to receive. This sermon points us to God’s faithfulness, our need to trust His promises, and the better inheritance secured for us in Jesus Christ.
A sermon from Joshua 12 on remembering God’s faithfulness, trusting His promises, and living from the victory of Jesus Christ.
In Joshua 11, God speaks courage, calls His people to obey, and points us to Jesus, the greater Joshua, who wins the rest our souls need.
Pastor Mike Nash preaches from Joshua 10:16–43, showing that the Lord fights for His people, judges sin with holiness, and points us to Jesus, the greater Joshua and victorious Savior.
Pastor Mike Gilland teaches from Joshua 10:1–15, showing how God meets panic with His promise, fights for His people, and invites us to pray with bold faith.
Pastor Shane Kohout preaches Joshua 9 and shows how the story of the Gibeonites exposes the danger of living by sight instead of by faith. This sermon calls us to repentance, deeper trust in God, and confidence in His mercy.
Pastor Shane Kohout teaches Joshua 8:30–35, showing how Israel’s covenant renewal points to Jesus, who became a curse for us so that by faith we might receive the blessing of life with God.
An Easter sermon from Matthew 28:1-10 on the resurrection of Jesus, the empty tomb, and the living hope believers have because Christ is alive. Pastor Chris Jessee calls us to trust, worship, and live with resurrection hope in everyday life.
Pastor Chris Jessee preaches Joshua 8:1–29, showing how God meets his people after failure, leads them in obedience, and gives victory through Jesus Christ. This Palm Sunday message points to the true King who bore the curse so sinners could be forgiven and move forward in grace.
A sobering and hope-filled message from Joshua 7 on hidden sin, God’s holiness, righteous wrath, and the cross of Christ. Pastor Chris Jessee shows how this passage leads us from exposure and judgment to repentance, mercy, and hope in Jesus.
A gospel-centered message from Joshua 6 on trusting God, obeying faithfully, and resting in the victory Christ gives.
Pastor Chris Jessee walks through Joshua 5 and shows how God prepares His people by grace. Before victory comes, God restores, sustains, and leads His people back to Himself. This sermon points us to the sufficiency of God and the saving grace of Christ.
We need to be shaped by God’s grace before we step into God’s promises, because He prepares His people at Gilgal and secures our new identity at Golgotha.
In Genesis 39, Juan Hernandez shows how God’s presence shaped Joseph’s life in prosperity, temptation, and trials. Because Jesus was forsaken in our place, believers can walk forward with steady confidence that God is with them.
In Joshua 4, God calls His people to build a memorial so they will remember His rescue and tell the story to the next generation. This sermon connects the stones at Gilgal to the hope we proclaim in Christ and the remembrance we practice at Communion.
God goes before His people and calls them to trust Him. From Joshua 3, this message explores obedience, God’s presence, and how Jesus makes a way forward when the next step feels uncertain.
A message from Joshua 2 that reveals how God chooses the unexpected, shows mercy to those who trust Him, and invites people with real pasts into His redemptive plan.
In A Joshua Who Was More, Pastor Shane Kohout walks through Joshua 1:10–18 and invites us to consider how we respond to God’s promises. As Israel prepares to enter the Promised Land, the passage reveals both the danger of settling on the fringes and the hope found in unity and trust. The message points to Jesus as the greater Joshua who secures God’s promises and makes us new.
A gospel-centered message from Joshua 1:3–9 on how fear influences obedience and how God forms courage through His promises, His Word, and His presence.
When life marks an ending and the next step feels uncertain, this sermon from Joshua 1 calls us to trust God’s unchanging promises, rise in obedient faith, and follow Jesus who leads His people forward with clarity and hope.
Listen to Pastor Chris Jessee’s Christmas Eve message, The Main Character of Christmas, as he walks through Matthew 1 and reminds us that Christmas is about the arrival of a promised King who came to save sinners. This message invites listeners to see Jesus not as a supporting figure in the season, but as the true center of the story and the Savior who brings grace, forgiveness, and new life.
Listen to this sermon audio recorded live at Metro Life Church during our 10AM Sunday service. Hear Pastor Chris retell the story of the magi and call us to respond to the King with faithful worship.
A hope-filled Advent message inviting us to remove the veils of sin, distraction, and familiarity so we may see Jesus clearly, receive His saving peace, and respond with faith and praise.
Joseph’s quiet obedience in Matthew 1 reveals God’s faithfulness, highlights Jesus as the true Son of David, and invites us to trust the One who carries our shame and keeps every promise.
Mary’s Magnificat invites you to bring your need to God with honesty and hope. He still lifts the humble, still keeps His promises, and still saves through His Son. Followers of Jesus are called to respond as Mary did by trusting God’s Word, receiving His mercy, and offering their whole selves in worship.
Watch ADVANCE in Legacy from Metro Life Church in Casselberry, Florida, as Pastor Chris Jessee teaches how believers can build a lasting legacy of faith rooted in God’s glory, truth, and presence. Learn from Exodus 40, Psalm 78, and Philippians 4 how to live a gospel-shaped life that influences future generations, strengthens discipleship, and models biblical faithfulness in the power of the Holy Spirit.
every believer is called and equipped by the Holy Spirit to serve others with their God-given gifts
True generosity flows from hearts moved by God’s presence—not obligation—showing that giving is a grace-fueled act of worship that reflects Christ’s self-giving love, trusts God’s provision, and advances His kingdom locally and globally.
This message from Pastor Chris Jessee calls us to center our lives on God’s presence—the true mark of His people—reminding us that what He designs, He fills, and that through Christ, His glory now dwells within us.
When sorrow weighs heavy, God’s mercies are new every morning—find hope in His faithfulness. Watch Pastor Wayne Brooks’ message from Lamentations 3:19–24.
Discover the profound truth that God keeps His promises, uses difficulties to lead us to obedience, and how delighting in His instruction offers priceless value amidst life's struggles.
This message unpacks how affliction, while painful, can be a refining tool in God's hands, shaping us and drawing us closer to His Word.
This message on Psalm 119 from our Summer in the Psalms series reminds us that God's blessing and joy are promised to all who seek Him with their whole heart.
Whether you're facing hardship, doubt, or discouragement, this passage points to a better way—not by escaping, but by remembering the faithful character of God.
This sermon answers by showing how Psalm 119 encourages prayerful dependence on God’s Word, presence, and promises, even during hardship or spiritual fatigue.
Seeking Divine Guidance and Strength: A Father’s Day Reflection on Psalm 119:17-24 As we gather this Father’s Day, considering our "Summer in the Psalms" series, we find ourselves reflecting on the rich tapestry of wisdom in Psalm 119:17-24. This passage offers us profound insight into seeking God’s guidance and strength. Imagine Psalm 119 as a roadmap, guiding us to a place where the heart aligns with divine instruction, much like a child looking up to a father for guidance. It's a fitting backdrop as we celebrate fathers today. Let us dive into these verses with open hearts. Point 1: Ask God for Help (Psalm 119:17-18) "Deal bountifully with your servant, that I may live and keep your word. Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of your law." Sub-point 1: God as Our Provider Verse 17 begins with a request to God: "Deal bountifully with your servant." This is a cry for help—an acknowledgment that all we have and need is rooted in God's gracious provision. As fathers and as children of God, we recognize our dependence. It's like a craftsman asking for the right tools; without them, his work cannot be fruitful. Fathers, remember that ultimate provision and help come from God. Sub-point 2: Illumination from God Verse 18’s plea, "Open my eyes," signifies our need for spiritual sight. In our roles as fathers, leaders, or guides, we must continually seek God’s wisdom. It’s as if walking into a darkened room, feeling our way along with hands before our eyes, we long for the light to understand our path. Practical Application: Each day, begin with a prayer seeking God’s provision and sight. Involve the family in this habit, showing them dependence on God’s wisdom is generational. Point 2: Ask God for Power (Psalm 119:19-20) "I am a sojourner on the earth; hide not your commandments from me! My soul is consumed with longing for your rules at all times." Sub-point 1: Earthly Transience and Heavenly Power Acknowledging our status as "sojourners" calls us to focus not on earthly power but on divine strength. Think of a tent versus a brick house; one is temporary, serving us only through God’s strength, like our time on earth compared to eternity. Sub-point 2: Consuming Passion for God’s Commands This passage describes a longing as consuming—like a parched throat thirsting for water. Fathers, cultivate such a longing in your households; instill a desire for God’s word stronger than any earthly passion. Practical Application: Model a lifestyle that prioritizes spiritual discipline. Lead times of study and reflection with your family, showing a genuine longing for God's power and guidance. Point 3: Ask God for Persistence in Opposition (Psalm 119:21-24) "You rebuke the insolent, accursed ones, who wander from your commandments. Take away from me scorn and contempt, for I have kept your testimonies. Even though princes sit plotting against me, your servant will meditate on your statutes. Your testimonies are my delight; they are my counselors." Sub-point 1: Trusting God Against Opposition Facing opposition is inevitable; it’s like a great oak facing storm winds, standing firm because it is deeply rooted. Fathers, your role includes standing against opposition to the truth with courage that only God provides. Sub-point 2: Joy in God’s Testimonies as Guidance The Psalmist finds delight and counsel in God’s word despite adversity, making it a sustaining joy like a balm to alleviate pain. Encourage your family to see God’s word as a reliable counselor amid life's trials. Practical Application: Create an environment where challenges are met with scripture-backed resoluteness. Share stories of historical or biblical figures who triumphed through steadfast faith. Conclusion and Christ Connection As we move towards communion, remember Christ’s promise in Matthew 7:7-11. Just as a loving father gives good gifts to his children, God desires to supply us with help, power, and persistence through Christ. In something as simple as asking, He provides abundantly. To those here who do not know Christ, I urge you to ask for the gift of salvation He freely gives. Open your heart to the Lord who offers help, power, and eternal perseverance. For believers, let this be a reminder that fatherhood, in all its forms, mirrors God's love. Seek His presence in all aspects of life, and let your home be a place where reliance on divine guidance shapes every action. As we partake in communion, may our hearts reflect gratitude for the gifts afforded by our loving Father.
The sermon focuses on the blessings of living according to God's instruction, seeking the Lord wholeheartedly, and diligently keeping His commands.
This message is a powerful reminder that our work is not merely for earthly gain, but an opportunity to glorify God in all we do, knowing that He is the ultimate Master and impartial judge.
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This message, part of the "Masterpiece In Progress" series on Ephesians, focuses on imitating God by "walking" in love, light, and wisdom.
This week, we dive into Ephesians Chapter 4, focusing on living out our faith in practical ways and experiencing true transformation
Paul exhorts the Ephesian church to maintain unity, to use the diversity of their gifts, and to grow in spiritual maturity.
God strengthens us through His Spirit in our inner being, allowing Christ to dwell in our hearts. By focusing on inner transformation and understanding God's love, we can experience His power at work within us, enabling us to live a life that glorifies Him.
What does it mean to be "alive in Christ" and how does it change my life? This sermon answers this question by explaining how God's grace transforms us from spiritual death to life in Christ, giving us a new identity and purpose for good works.
By looking at Paul's example, we learn to pray with thanksgiving, seeking a deeper knowledge of God, His riches, and His power.
we are chosen for adoption by God the Father, redeemed for unity in Christ, and sealed for an eternal inheritance through the Holy Spirit
We are called to participate in God’s redemptive plan through specific prayers for gospel advancement and strategic plans for personal engagement.
We reflect on the theme of peace, a central message of the Christmas season. We find profound truths about the peace that God provides amidst turmoil and chaos.
Discover how to find lasting spiritual satisfaction in a world of distractions through Pastor Shane Kohout’s exploration of Psalm 63, uncovering the deep fulfillment found only in God’s presence.
PATHWAY TO HOPE: God’s presence will sustain, save, and satisfy those who call out to him and wait on him.
We depend on God alone to empower us to live a set-apart life as we anticipate Christ’s return.
God’s message about future events must influence how we live in our present circumstances.
Paul's profound love for the Thessalonian church is evident in his desire for their growth in love for one another and maturity in their relationship with Christ.
The gospel message transforms our present perspective and future hopes, influencing every aspect of our lives.
Living for the Glory of God! This is not just a Sunday Morning, or community group calling
Solomon trains and equips us through an illustration. It is a warning against sexual sin lest we violate God’s good design.
True life does not flow into us from external circumstances; true life flows out of us from the internal fullness of the Holy Spirit given by our Savior, Jesus Christ.
Scripture instructs us to seek wisdom over the world's esteem or the fleeting worth so many pursue.
Through faith in Jesus, we access the blessings of the covenant. Through our relationship with Jesus, we experience the grace of our covenant-keeping God.
Throughout our Proverbs series this summer, we'll learn that the key to wisdom is a right relationship with Jesus.
God is the craftsman at work in us. He is the one in whom we place our trust and direct our prayers. We have hope, knowing that he is also the one who can complete his work and answer our prayers.
Let us marvel at our grace-filled comfort from Jesus. And give ourselves to the work we are commissioned to do.
The darkness of the bad news of our sin only reveals the brilliance of the good news that God is gracious.
Abigail’s story is captured in this one chapter of scripture. In the darkness we walk through in this life, it is a beacon of hope. Shining forth for those who face difficulties and oppression in relationships.
Following the events at Mount Carmel, Elijah gets extremely discouraged, but God graciously renews His servant.
It’s imperative for us to preach the good news of Jesus. Calling those running FROM God back to him for their salvation. It is also correct for us to examine our lives. Asking ourselves the question, “Am I running WITH God?”
od used only one perfect person to accomplish his redemptive purpose. As scripture attests, God uses imperfect people for the rest of his agenda.
Joseph's story reminds us that no matter how confusing life is, we will look back and see how God has used us one day
God’s not done with you. There are times he takes you back to take you forward, and others he delivers—we are not finished yet as his handiwork.
The gospel is not “do more and try harder”; rather the good news calls us to "SEE" & "SURRENDER." That is, see Jesus and surrender to the Spirit.
A basic, biblical approach to evangelism: GIVE PEOPLE JESUS. Don’t give them advice, what’s worked for you, what you heard that one time, that cool quote that’s been making the rounds online… Give. Them. Jesus.
The Spirit of God has been sent from the throne of God to empower the people of God to witness about the Son of God.
The fruit of the spirit is not a checklist to work through. It is the flourishing of a heart set free by the good news of grace.
In Christ, we receive the promise of answered prayers. God is a good Father who desires our persistence and expectation. His promises enable us to treat others as we would want to be treated.
Our prayers should be directed to God our Father, focused on his concerns, and filled with the needs only he can supply.
The gospel of Mark invites us to know true peace with God at Christmas and throughout the year.
We can genuinely rejoice when we focus on Jesus and his good purposes. The world around us isn’t the object of thanks. The God who made it, the Son who laid down his life to redeem it, and the spirit that empowers to restore it are the object of our thanks.
No matter what we're going through, we should always live out our faith in Christ. The best way to do this is to show our hope in Him consistently.
The good news of the gospel is not about what WE DO first. Because of WHAT CHRIST DID FOR US, we willingly submit to HIS LORDSHIP. Our lives display this through obedience to his word alone.
Peter simplifies the pursuits of those who believe in Jesus for salvation. These were never intended to be new pathways to salvation. Jesus is the only way to salvation.
Before we crave or deeply desire spiritual milk, we must taste and see that the Lord is gracious. Tasting precedes craving.
Peter reminds us that personal holiness declares a public gospel and calls us to LIVE LIKE IT.
The gospel makes us glad through purification, our affections and privilages our faith provides.
In his last recorded hymn in the Psalter, David magnifies the greatness and goodness of God. This produces in us God-centered hope, peace, and awe.
God often humbles us with momentary grief so that he might exalt us with eternal gladness.
Paul urges Spirit-led believers to recognize and act on their practical responsibilities
We cannot earn God’s favor, the good news of the gospel is free. Releasing us into our new identity.
As the good news of a savior strikes our lives, We resonate with his love toward others.
Sound doctrine opens the way for our hearts to know the joy and freedom found in Christ Jesus
Repentance that lasts turns TO an ever-faithful, loving one, who will himself sustain us as we look to him.
God delights to bless his children, but he will withhold those blessings, including necessities, to call people out of sin
God has well-worn paths that he delights to walk down and meet his people. It’s on those paths that God pours out grace to his people.
Dear church, we "walk by faith, not by sight" when we believe God's permanent, death-defeating promise. HIs promises define us more than any, or the sum of, our momentary experiences.
God calls for the clarity of order in the church because it bears witness to His Glory.
Brothers, do not be children in your thinking. Be infants in evil, but in your thinking be mature.
Tongues allow us to off-load a weight that we were never meant to carry to the one who ministers perfectly.
The Corinthians misunderstood the power and wisdom of God, the work of the Holy Spirit and what it means to be spiritual. And we can easily misunderstand too.
God’s people pray with earnest humility, confident in the righteous and faithful plans of God.
God reveals his greatness and his coming kingdom so that all will praise and worship him.
Christians are called to imitate Christ's steadfastness as he faced persecution and death for our sakes. We do this by being true to God and his message even in times of difficulty and adversity.
Jesus is the deliverer from idols that cannot deliver. Giving us hope in the one who can see his work through.
Righteousness is by faith, not works. We are saved and credited as righteous by faith only in God’s covenant of grace. The greatest accomplishment in Abram’s life was trusting God!
Genesis 3 provides a dire picture of our reality, in this life and eternally without Christ.
We were created as God’s image-bearers, given both a unique purpose and relationship with the Creator.
Jesus; both transcendent in his Glory, yet immanent in his nearness to us - is our example through selflessly serving, laying down his life - to death - making things right in our relationship with God our Father. May we now, in receiving this free gift of grace in salvation, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, selflessly pursue -lovingly serving- one another today -and everyday- as we live by Christ’s example.
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We do not know what to pray for, We do know all things work together for good for those who love God
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The Gospel, as the revelation of righteousness through Christ, is the foundation for our souls, the springboard for our mission and the blueprint for our lives.
Few worthwhile things in life have waited for the perfect conditions; neither should we.
God established a rhythm of 7 days, where six are for work and one is set aside for rest.
Piety that does not produce a passion for God-exalting justice and mercy is worthless. God promises that we will break forth like the dawn if our piety produces a passion for justice and mercy.
Our mission to be a gospel-centered culture of Peacemaking, Reconciliation & Hospitality
Our community groups exist to help us understand God’s Word & pursue His gifts through His strength. This is not for our own benefit, but for His Glory alone. We seek to apply truth to our lives because He reigns over this world and He is coming again.
The gospel of Jesus Christ transforms our relationships with each other, making possible and requiring reconciliation with other Christians