In this, the era of COVID, masking, and social distancing, the practice of “doing” church is rapidly changing. Join Living Hope VA every Monday afternoon as Pastor Bill shares his unique biblical knowledge and how it applies to everyday living. Each episode contains valuable information on the Gospel of Jesus, the love of God, and how it empowers us to live in this rapidly changing, unpredictable world.
Welcome back to Living Hope Church! This week Pastor Bill shares how real family, both in the home and the church isn’t built on transactions but on covenant love. Drawing from Hezekiah’s story, we’re challenged to move from comfort to commitment and from consumer faith to Agape love that transforms lives.
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In this message, Pastor Bill Francavilla reminds us that God’s family was never meant to look the same. Each of us has unique gifts, callings, and personalities — but all serve one purpose: to glorify God.
From Paul’s bold ministry to Ananias’ quiet obedience, we see that greatness in the Kingdom isn’t measured by fame but by faithfulness. Whether you’re a Paul preaching to the nations or an Ananias reaching one person at a time, your obedience matters.
Let’s stop comparing and start obeying — because one act of obedience can change a life.
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God is love. God is good. His ways are higher.
In this message from The Rock series, Pastor Bill shares three powerful truths that build our faith and trust in God—even through life’s storms. When we build our lives on Jesus, the solid rock, we can stand firm no matter what comes our way.
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The Rock: When the Flood Belongs to God | Pastor Bill Francavilla
Feeling overwhelmed by the noise and chaos of life? You’re not alone. In this powerful message, Pastor Bill shares how Isaiah 59:19 reveals the truth — the flood doesn’t belong to the enemy… it belongs to the Lord.
When the storms rise and the pressure hits, your strength won’t save you — your foundation will. Build your life on Jesus, the Rock, who doesn’t just calm the flood — He is the flood.
📖 Matthew 7:24–27 | Isaiah 59:19 | Luke 8:22–25 | Romans 8:31–39
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“Are you building your life on the Rock—or on shifting sand? Discover how true freedom in Christ sets you free and equips you to set others free.”
The Rock: Free People, Free People
This week’s message from The Rock series dives into Isaiah 61 and Matthew 7, calling us to live truly anchored on Jesus Christ—the Rock of our salvation. Freedom in Christ is not just about heaven someday; it’s about walking unbound today.
Pastor challenges us to examine our foundations—are we building on the Rock or on shifting sand like money, politics, relationships, or fear? True freedom comes only through Jesus, and free people are called to set others free.
This message reminds us that the Church cannot remain apathetic in these last days. We are called to disciple, to shine as light in the darkness, and to be the hands and feet of Jesus. The question is: Are you living free? And if so, who are you helping to find that freedom?
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“Are you building your life on the Rock—or on shifting sand? Discover how true freedom in Christ sets you free and equips you to set others free.”
The Rock: Free People, Free People
This week’s message from The Rock series dives into Isaiah 61 and Matthew 7, calling us to live truly anchored on Jesus Christ—the Rock of our salvation. Freedom in Christ is not just about heaven someday; it’s about walking unbound today.
Pastor challenges us to examine our foundations—are we building on the Rock or on shifting sand like money, politics, relationships, or fear? True freedom comes only through Jesus, and free people are called to set others free.
This message reminds us that the Church cannot remain apathetic in these last days. We are called to disciple, to shine as light in the darkness, and to be the hands and feet of Jesus. The question is: Are you living free? And if so, who are you helping to find that freedom?
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In this sermon from our series The Rock, we explore what it means that Jesus is our solid foundation and our faithful provider. Drawing from Matthew 7:25, Exodus 20:17, and Genesis 22, we look at the danger of covetousness and the hope we find in God’s provision.
Abraham’s test with Isaac shows us a powerful truth: the Lord will provide. Just as God supplied a ram in place of Isaac, He has provided Jesus as the ultimate substitute for our sins. Where we broke God’s law, Jesus paid the price. He is our Rock, our Provider, and our Savior.
If you’ve ever struggled with envy, discontentment, or the temptation to trust in prosperity rather than God, this message will encourage you to rest in Christ alone. On Christ the solid Rock we stand—all other ground is sinking sand.
Topics Covered:
God as our Rock and foundation (Matthew 7:25)
The sin of covetousness (Exodus 20:17)
False prosperity gospel vs. true provision
Abraham and Isaac: “The Lord will Provide” (Genesis 22)
Jesus as our substitute and Savior
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We live in a world full of stress—finances, jobs, family, health, politics, and even the little things like unread notifications or Netflix choices. But while stress is unavoidable, where we take it makes all the difference.
In this message, we explore what Scripture says about dealing with stress and worry. From Moses calling God “The Rock” in Deuteronomy, to David finding refuge in the Psalms, and ultimately to Jesus’ words in the Sermon on the Mount, we’re reminded that God alone is our firm foundation.
True peace doesn’t come from ignoring problems or temporary fixes—it comes from anchoring our lives in Jesus Christ, our Rock and our Salvation.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, this message will point you back to the One who never moves.
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Welcome back to Living Hope Church! Join us as Pastor Matt Brummett brings this week’s message, which picks up where we left off from last week. God has breathed His Spirit into us and raised us as His army. But before we can rush into battle, we have to train. Too many times the people of God end up as dry bones again because they weren’t ready, they weren’t equipped.
That’s why Paul in Ephesians 6 tells us to be strong in the Lord before putting on the armor. Just like a soldier doesn’t grab his sword without first learning how to fight, we can’t just wear armor without training in God’s Word, prayer, and faith.
So this week is about lacing up your boots. Always being ready. Practicing the Word. Walking in the Spirit daily. Because when the enemy comes and he will, you don’t want to just look like a soldier, you want to fight like one.
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Dead bones or a living spirit?
From Ezekiel 37, Pastor Matt unpacks three stages of spiritual life—dead, looking alive, and truly alive in Christ. Learn the signs, the dangers, and how God’s breath can revive your spirit.
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Part 12 of Don't Miss Out Series!
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Hello again and welcome back to Living Hope church! We kick this weeks service off with testimonies from campers, and powerful truths. This special Sunday at Living Hope Church highlights the power and purpose behind investing in the next generation. After returning from a life-changing week at Camp Michindoh, Pastor Bill Francavilla shares reflections from the journey, stories from camp, and a fresh look at Psalm 119—specifically the stanza beginning with the Hebrew letter Bet, meaning "house" or "dwelling."
Through the stories of Moses and Joshua, Psalm 119, and the call of Deuteronomy 6, we’re reminded that we are called to build more than programs—we're building spiritual homes for God’s presence to dwell from generation to generation. Whether you're a parent, leader, or someone wondering if you have something to give—this message is a call to legacy, purpose, and passing the baton of faith well.
Hang in there for the end for Pastor Matt Brummett to share his personal experience of camp and the reason as to why we should FULLY obey what God tells us.
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In a world that equates rest with escapism, God offers something deeper—true restoration. This week’s message in our Don’t Miss Out series invites us to stop settling for the world’s version of rest and start embracing the supernatural restoration only found in Christ.
Are you tired, overstimulated, or spiritually dry? This sermon explores the biblical rhythm of rest, the danger of disconnection, and God’s design for healing through His presence and His people. From Genesis to Hebrews, we discover that rest isn’t inactivity—it’s intentional reconnection. And it’s not just personal; restoration happens in community.
Don’t miss this powerful call back to soul-level rest, rooted in Jesus and lived out in the body of Christ. If you've been feeling worn out, burned out, or simply running on empty—this message is for you.
📖 Key Scriptures: Matthew 11:28–30, Genesis 2:2–3, Hebrews 4, Galatians 6, Psalm 23
🎯 Main Theme: The world offers escape. God offers restoration.
💬 “You weren’t made to be constantly ‘on.’ You were made to rest. You were made to be restored.”
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In this week’s message from our Don't Miss Out series, Pastor Bill Francavilla shares a timely and challenging word on one of the most overlooked spiritual virtues in today’s fast-paced world: patience.
As we continue exploring our updated core values Love, Discipleship, and Family. We’re reminded that impatience robs us of deep relationships, spiritual growth, and moments of healing. From ancient wisdom in Proverbs and Paul’s exhortation in Ephesians to the parable found only in the Gospel of Mark, we see how God does some of His greatest work in the waiting.
Through Scripture, real-life frustrations and the story of Simeon waiting to see the Messiah, this sermon invites us to trust God’s timing, even when it doesn’t make sense. Because spiritual maturity doesn’t come through shortcuts, and kingdom growth doesn’t happen overnight.
Don’t miss what God is doing in the delay.
Don’t miss out on the formation that comes through faithful waiting.
📖 Main Texts: Proverbs 14:29, Ephesians 4:31–32, Mark 4:26–29, Luke 2:25–35
📌 Core Value Highlight: Patience as an expression of Love, Discipleship, and Family
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Hello, and welcome back to Living Hope Church! We are so glad you have decided to join us today. We hope you enjoy this Independence Day message that challenges us to reflect on the true source of freedom. Not government, power, or prosperity, but Jesus Christ. Drawing from Daniel 3 and stories of American faith and sacrifice, Pastor Bill Francavilla explores how real freedom means standing firm even when the world demands we bow. Are we living free in Christ, or settling for a counterfeit? “If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” (John 8:36)
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In this eye-opening message from our “Don’t Miss Out” series, Pastor Bill Francavilla takes a bold step into the future examining how technology, the internet, and AI (including tools like ChatGPT) are shaping our lives, relationships, and even our faith.
Drawing from scripture and personal stories, we explore:
How innovations like air conditioning and Amazon can be blessings
The hidden dangers of digital convenience, distraction, and dependence
Why every advancement must be mastered or it will master us
What the Bible teaches about wisdom, rest, and resisting spiritual brain fatigue
And how we as the people of God can embrace technology without losing intimacy with Him
📖 From Deuteronomy and Proverbs to the story of the rich young ruler in Mark 10, this message challenges us to fix our eyes forward, guard our hearts, and not trade eternal treasure for temporary convenience.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by screens, social media, or artificial intelligence—or wondered how faith fits into a tech-driven world this sermon is for you.
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This special Father’s Day message honors the role of fatherhood by looking at three powerful but often overlooked dads in Scripture Job, Manoah, and Zebedee.
📖 Job was a father who prayed, interceding daily for his children even when nothing seemed wrong.
📖 Manoah was a father who sought God’s guidance, humbly asking the Lord to teach him how to raise the child he was given.
📖 Zebedee was a father who let go, releasing his sons to follow Jesus, trusting God's calling above his own plans.
Through their examples, we’re challenged to step up in prayer, seek wisdom, and surrender control whether we’re parents, spouses, or children ourselves.
💬 Whether your earthly father was a hero or a heartache, today’s message is a call to look to our Heavenly Father the One who never fails and become people who shape the next generation not just with our words, but with our walk.
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Part 5 of our Don't Miss out Series!
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What’s the difference between judgment and correction—and why does it matter in our walk with Christ?
In this message, Pastor Matt Brummett @TheMarinatedLife explores how Scripture defines and differentiates judgment and correction. Using the stories of the Good Samaritan, Nathan and David, and Jesus’ restoration of Peter, we contrast prideful condemnation with loving, biblical guidance.
✅ Judgment tears down.
✅ Correction builds up.
✅ Judgment points a finger.
✅ Correction offers a hand.
We’ll discuss how to reflect God’s heart by correcting with grace not harshness and how to receive correction as a blessing, not a burden. This message calls believers to live with humility, love, and truth in every relationship.
🛠 Be challenged.
❤️ Be encouraged.
📖 Be transformed.
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In this powerful message, we continue our series on Living Hope Church's core values: Love, Discipleship, and Family. We explore what it truly means to not miss out on the spiritual blessings God offers through authentic relationships.
Through the testimony of Jason Freeman grandson of Charles Manson, we witness how one man broke the chain of generational trauma through faith, love, and intentional discipleship. We also dive deep into the biblical story of Jacob, Joseph, and their family legacy, unpacking how dysfunction can be redeemed when one generation decides to follow God wholeheartedly.
This message reminds us that curses can be broken, relationships can be restored, and no past is too dark for the light of Christ.
📖 Key Scriptures: Genesis 27 & 48, Exodus 20, 2 Corinthians 5:18, John 8:36, Romans 12
💬 Core Message: God's love is bigger than our past. Don’t miss out on the healing power of His family.
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In this message, we explore what it truly means to receive comfort from the Holy Spirit, our promised Advocate and Helper. At Living Hope, our mission is to love authentically, disciple deeply, and live as a true church family. But have we been missing God’s comfort in the process?
Discover how:
We often seek comfort in things that don’t satisfy; phones, food, work, or distraction.
The Holy Spirit is the only source of true comfort, promised by Jesus in John 14.
God’s nurturing heart is shown through powerful, maternal images in Scripture.
Biblical figures like Hagar and Elijah were met by God in their wilderness moments with tender care and healing.
The Holy Spirit not only comforts us individually but works through the church to bring healing and hope.
We also take time for inner healing, reflecting on wounds related to motherhood and learning practical ways to daily invite the Comforter into our lives.
📖 Key Scriptures: John 14:16-17, Isaiah 66:13, Genesis 16, 1 Kings 19, Romans 5:5, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
✨ Be reminded: Don’t miss out on the Comforter. His love is fierce, His presence is healing, and His Church is a place of real comfort.
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At Living Hope, we believe in love, family, and discipleship — and in this message, Pastor Bill Francavilla reminds us why we can’t walk the journey of faith alone. Don’t Miss Out sermon series calls us to let others carry us when we’re weary, to embrace the strength of spiritual family, and to grow together as disciples of Jesus. Subscribe now and join us each week as we pursue God’s best in community!
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Hello again, adn welcome back to Living Hope Church! We are so glad you have decided to join us! If you missed Sunday’s service, we encourage you to take the time to watch it online. Pastor Bill Francavilla shares an important message about his heart for our church and what he believes God is speaking to us in this faith stretching season as a church family. We hope it will inform, encourage, and challenge you to trust God for big things — even crazy things — because He is able!
During this message we celebrate all that God has done at Living Hope over the past seven years, and we also talked honestly about some challenges we are facing together. Through it all, God has been and will continue to be faithful.
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Welcome back to Living Hope Church, we are so glad you have chosen to join us! In this powerful Resurrection Sunday message, Pastor Bill Francavilla walks us through the incredible truth of the Gospel. Jesus Christ, the Messiah, who came in humility, lived in power, died willingly, and rose victoriously.
This sermon wraps up our twelve-week series, “Whose Kingdom Is This?”, where we’ve explored the life of King David in parallel with the life of Jesus. Through Scripture, storytelling, and deep reflection, Pastor Bill reveals how Jesus, King of Kings, Lord of Lords, is the only one truly worthy of reigning over our lives.
From the Garden of Gethsemane to the cross, and ultimately to the empty tomb, this message reminds us that salvation isn't about what we can do for God, but who He is shaping us to become through His grace.
Whether you're new to faith or need a reminder of the power of the resurrection, this message will stir your heart and point your eyes to the only Kingdom that truly lasts, His.
📖 Key Texts: John 18, Ephesians 1, Psalm 22
🙌 "It's not what we can do for God, it's what He wants us to become."
👑 The Kingdom always was, always is, and always will belong to Jesus.
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Welcome back again to Living Hope Church. We are located in the historical city of Williamsburg, VA. Whether this is your first time, or 1000th time, you are family!
In one of the most heartfelt messages of our longest-running series, Pastor Bill Francavilla guides us in the exploration of the powerful parallels between King David and Jesus as we reflect on Palm Sunday. From David’s legacy of preparation for Solomon to Jesus preparing His disciples for His death, we’re reminded of the importance of readiness, both practical and spiritual.
This message draws from Psalm 39, 1 Chronicles 22, and John 12 & 14 to show how both David and Jesus made intentional efforts to equip those they loved. As David gathered materials and gave wisdom for the building of the temple, Jesus gave us the Holy Spirit, the Counselor and the Peace that surpasses understanding.
We’re called to live prepared not in fear, but in wisdom and faith. Join us as we celebrate Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem and reflect on what it means to be prepared for what’s next.
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Welcome back to Living Hope! We are so glad you are here! This week, Pastor Jessica Francavilla brings a message that challenges us to reflect on whether we’re building God’s Kingdom or our own. Through powerful examples from Scripture, we see how God uses relationships to guide, grow, and heal us. Whether it's through the wisdom of Abigail, the community Jesus built with His disciples, or the man healed at Bethesda, we’re reminded that the Christian life was never meant to be lived alone.
Come discover how to overcome barriers, pursue godly counsel, and step into deeper community.
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Welcome back to Living Hop Church! We are located in historical Williamsburg, VA. Listen in as Pastor Bill Francavilla brings this powerful message. This week we dive deep into the life of David and the tragic consequences of his sins. From his failure as a father to the heartbreaking rebellion of his son Absalom, David’s story reminds us that while God forgives, natural consequences remain. Exploring 2 Samuel and Psalm 3, we see David's desperate cry to God as he faces the fallout of his past choices. This sermon challenges us to reflect on our own actions, trust in God’s redemption, and understand the difference between forgiveness and consequences.
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The Power of the Question…Who Do You Say that I Am?
We all have questions. Questions shape our understanding, reveal our hearts, and unlock revelation. Today, we'll explore the power of questions, particularly the questions Jesus asked, and the pivotal question He poses to each of us: "Who do you say that I am?" Because how we perceive the Kingdom of God directly impacts how we experience it.
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Welcome back to Living Hope Church! Listen in as Pastor Bill Francavilla explores the theme of authority and accountability in the life of King David. After reaching the height of his power, David fell into sin—taking another man's wife and orchestrating a murder to cover it up. But God, in His mercy, sent the prophet Nathan to confront David, leading to his repentance.
We also discuss the importance of spiritual authority in our lives today. Many claim to answer only to God, but biblical examples—like Nathan with David and Isaiah with King Manasseh—show that God often speaks through others to keep us accountable.
Are we willing to listen when God uses people to correct us? Do we have wise counsel in our lives, or do we only seek voices that tell us what we want to hear?
Join us as we unpack 2 Samuel 12 and Proverbs 27:17, learning how iron sharpens iron in our faith walk.
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Hello again, and welcome back to Living Hope Church. We are so blessed to have you with us today! Join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla brings another powerful message. We continue our journey through the life of King David, exploring his deep relationship with God as seen in Psalm 139—a stunning declaration of God’s omniscience, presence, and love. But just as David reaches the height of his spiritual intimacy, temptation enters the picture.
Looking at 2 Samuel 11, we examine how even the strongest can fall when they let their guard down. David’s sin with Bathsheba serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers of unchecked pride, isolation, and temptation. Yet, through his downfall, we also see the power of repentance and God’s redemptive grace.
This sermon is a call to accountability, self-awareness, and a pursuit of holiness. Don’t miss this crucial message on how to stay vigilant in your faith!
📖 Scripture: Psalm 139, 2 Samuel 11
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Join us as we continue our sermon series, Whose Kingdom is This?, with one of the most powerful stories of grace in the Old Testament—the story of David and Mephibosheth. Despite every reason to do otherwise, King David extended unthinkable mercy and kindness to the son of Jonathan, reflecting the heart of God’s grace toward us.
Have you ever received mercy when you least deserved it? Have you struggled with bitterness or felt unworthy? David’s story challenges us to walk in humble authority, honor others, and embrace the grace freely given to us.
Don’t forget to join us for our Marriage & Family seminar this Wednesday—it’s a time to strengthen both our homes and church family!
📖 Scripture References: 2 Samuel 1, 2 Samuel 9, Colossians 3:12-15
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Join us for an incredible message as we continue our sermon series on one of the most fascinating figures in the Bible—King David. Known as the original giant slayer and Israel’s second greatest king, David was a man after God’s own heart. In this message, we explore a pivotal moment in his journey: a divine test of patience, trust, and honor.
As David finds himself face-to-face with his greatest enemy, King Saul, he has the perfect opportunity to take the throne by force. But instead of seizing the moment for personal gain, David chooses faith over fear, trusting in God's perfect timing. This powerful story challenges us to consider how we respond to our own moments of testing—do we take matters into our own hands, or do we trust that God’s plan is greater than our own?
Don’t miss this deep dive into 1 Samuel 24 and the lessons we can learn from David’s unwavering faith. Be encouraged, be challenged, and most importantly, be reminded that God’s favor surrounds those who walk in obedience.
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Join us as Pastor Bill Francavilla continues our series on the life of David, one of the greatest kings in history and a man after God's own heart. In this sermon, we explore the parallels between David and Jesus, focusing on David’s rise to prominence, the jealousy he faced from Saul, and how he turned to God in his darkest moments. Through David’s Psalms, we see an honest, raw relationship with God—one that teaches us how to bring our own struggles, fears, and emotions before Him.
We also reflect on Jesus' grief over the loss of John the Baptist and how even in sorrow, He remained steadfast in His mission. If you've ever wrestled with feeling unheard, alone, or overwhelmed, this message will encourage you to turn to God, who listens, cares, and never dismisses your prayers.
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Hello and welcome back to Living Hope Church!! We are so glad you are watching with us today! Join us as Pastor Bill Francavilla continues his message on "Who's Kingdom is this". In this message, we continue our journey through the life of David and how it parallels the life of Jesus. We explore David’s rise in favor with God and man—just as Jesus did (Luke 2:52)—and what it means for us today.
David's transition from shepherd to warrior wasn’t instant; it was a process of obedience, faithfulness, and God’s unmerited favor. We’ll see how Jonathan recognized David as God’s anointed, how Saul responded with jealousy, and how David’s success only grew despite opposition.
Just like David, God calls us to be faithful in the small things before leading us into greater things. And just like Jesus' disciples, we must recognize who He truly is to walk in our destiny. Are we willing to trust God in the process?
Join us as we seek God’s favor and step boldly into the calling He has for our lives!
📖 Key Scriptures:
Luke 2:52
1 Samuel 18
Psalm 23
Mark 8:22-30
🙏 If you’re feeling held back from stepping into God’s favor, we’re praying for you today.
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Welcome back to Living Hope Church. Join us this week as Pastor George Williams from Open Bible East walks us through what it is to Live our lives on the Mission. We hope you enjoy this powerful word!
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In this week's sermon, Pastor Bill Francavilla dives into the profound lessons of childlike faith and its importance in our walk with God. Reflecting on Matthew 18 and the timeless story of David and Goliath, we explore how innocence, humility, and unwavering trust in God can triumph over fear and adversity. Through personal stories and scriptural truths, we’re reminded that every generation brings unique gifts to the body of Christ, and faith is often best understood through the eyes of a child. No matter how daunting the challenges may seem, God’s strength is revealed when we rely on Him completely.
Join us as we rediscover the beauty and power of faith that moves mountains.
Key Themes:
Embracing generational differences in the church.
Lessons on humility and dependence on God from Matthew 18.
David’s fearless faith in the face of Goliath.
Practical ways to nurture faith in children and lead by example.
Scripture References:
Matthew 18:1-6
Luke 2:41-52
1 Samuel 17
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We’re so glad you’re here. On this channel, we share messages of hope, faith, and practical ways to live out God’s truth every day. Whether you're seeking encouragement, spiritual growth, or a deeper understanding of Christ's love, you’re in the right place. Don’t forget to subscribe and join us as we journey together in faith. Let’s grow and share the hope of Christ in every aspect of our lives!
Start the year with purpose and passion! In this inspiring sermon, we dive into God’s calling for 2025 and beyond. Pastor Bill Francavilla challenges us to embrace our destiny as believers: living in victory, sharing the Gospel boldly, and stepping into the roles God has designed for us.
Through a powerful exploration of the first kings in Scripture, including the mysterious and righteous Melchizedek, we learn what it truly means to reign in alignment with God’s will. This message encourages us to read the Bible, pray daily, and share the transformative message of Jesus with the world around us.
Be inspired to live out the Kingdom of God in a culture that desperately needs the hope and light of Christ. Don’t miss this powerful call to action!
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Welcome to Living Hope Church!
We’re so glad you’re here. On this channel, we share messages of hope, faith, and practical ways to live out God’s truth every day. Whether you're seeking encouragement, spiritual growth, or a deeper understanding of Christ's love, you’re in the right place. Don’t forget to subscribe and join us as we journey together in faith. Let’s grow and share the hope of Christ in every aspect of our lives!
This sermon explores the profound difference between worldly hope and the hope found in Christ. Drawing from Colossians 1:27, “Christ in you, the hope of glory,” it challenges us to evaluate where we place our hope as we enter 2025. Are we hoping for personal accomplishments, life changes, or something deeper?
Key Themes:
The Mystery Revealed
God’s plan of salvation, once a mystery, is now revealed: Christ dwells within believers. This truth transforms us and assures us of sharing in His glory (Romans 8:17).
Living in the Glory Today
The presence of Christ within us changes how we live daily. It empowers us to overcome disappointment, rely on His strength, and reflect His glory in our choices and relationships (Galatians 2:20).
The Hope of Future Glory
Our ultimate hope lies in Christ’s return and the glorious future He promises. This hope sustains us through trials, reminding us that our current sufferings are incomparable to the glory to come (Romans 8:18).
Through personal reflection, Scripture, and practical challenges, the sermon encourages us to live in the hope of Christ’s presence and share it with others. As we step into a new year, may this eternal hope shape how we think, act, and trust in God’s promises.
Takeaway: “Christ in you” is the greatest hope we have for 2025. Let this hope guide you, transform you, and be shared with those around you.
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Join us this Christmas as we reflect on the humble beginnings of Jesus Christ and the profound impact of His birth. In this sermon, we explore how God consistently uses small and unexpected things to accomplish His great plans—from the creation of humanity to the arrival of His Son in a manger.
Through powerful Scripture and heartfelt insights, we celebrate the light of Christ shining in a dark world, offering hope, salvation, and reconciliation to all who believe. Discover how even the smallest faith can lead to life-changing transformation and how the birth of Jesus invites us into the eternal glory of God.
Be inspired by the story of a Savior who came in humility and love to redeem the world. 🌟
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Welcome Back to Living Hope Church! As we step into Christmas week, this sermon invites us to reflect on the state of our hearts during this meaningful yet often overwhelming season. Pastor Jessica Francavilla shares a message of hope, focusing on how God prepares our hearts for His love, healing, and restoration. From Scripture's insights about the heart to Mary’s prophetic journey and the peace offered through Jesus, this message reminds us to guard our hearts, realign our desires with God’s will, and embrace the ultimate gift of Christ. Join us in this powerful reflection as we prepare our hearts to fully encounter the true joy of Christmas.
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Welcome again to Living Hope Church. We are located in Williamsburg, VA. Join us In this Christmas sermon, as Pastor Bill Francavilla takes us on a deep look into God's sovereignty over the entire spiritual realm as He prepared for the birth of His Son, Jesus. From the angels in Heaven rejoicing to the unexpected challenges faced by Mary and Joseph, we explore how God orchestrated every detail to fulfill His promises. Despite Satan’s attempts to thwart God's plan, including King Herod’s massacre and his efforts to disrupt Jesus' birth, God's purpose prevails. This sermon reminds us that no matter the obstacles, God’s plan for salvation through Jesus could not, and will not, be stopped. Join us as we celebrate the true meaning of Christmas: God's unstoppable love and ultimate victory through Jesus Christ.
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Hello, and welcome again to Living Hope Church! In this weeks sermon, Pastor Bill Francavilla reflects on God's purposeful design in history, from creation to the birth of Jesus, discussing how every event was part of His plan for His glory and our salvation. The story of the Karen people, who received the gospel through ancient prophecies, illustrates how God works through history to fulfill His divine purpose. Every person is created for God's glory, encouraging the us to embrace our role in His plan and to prepare for His coming. Ultimately, God's timing is perfect, and He uses both individuals and events to bring about His magnificent purposes.
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Hello, and welcome back to Living Hope Church!! Join us again this week as Pastor Jessica Francavilla helps us to reflect on who we are and who we’re becoming. She challenges us to shed the "masks" we wear and embrace our true identity in Christ. Through the process of sanctification, we are being transformed to reflect God's holiness and become more like Jesus. She continues by highlighting the three stages of salvation—justification, sanctification, and glorification—and encourages us to grow in grace, renewing our minds and aligning our actions with God’s will.
We are reminded that our real identity is not defined by our struggles or flaws but by who God says we are: loved, forgiven, chosen, and more than conquerors. This holiday season, let’s leave behind old mindsets and step into the fullness of who God created us to be.
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Welcome back to Living Hope Church in historical Williamsburg, VA. Join us again this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla takes us another deep dive into the powerful message of grace—the unearned gift that saves us and reconciles us with God. Drawing from biblical stories, including the transformation of Judah, we explore how grace changes lives, offering forgiveness and hope regardless of our past. Salvation is not about what we do, but what God has done for us through Jesus Christ. This is truly good news!
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Hello and welcome to Living Hope Church, Living Hope Church is located in historic Williamsburg, Virginia. Our desire is to be a church body guided by the Holy Spirit and grounded in the Word. We are located at 113 Palace Plaza in Williamsburg Virginia and invite you to visit us. You can learn more about us at livinghopeva.com/
Join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla in this uplifting sermon, explores the power of friendship and the profound relationship we have with God through Jesus Christ. While the world may seem full of challenges, the Gospel — the "Good News" — reminds us of the victory we have in Christ. Jesus not only saves us from sin and darkness, but calls us friends, a truth that sets our faith apart from any other.
If you're seeking encouragement, understanding, or simply want to be reminded of the incredible love and friendship we have in Christ, this sermon is for you!
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Hello and welcome to Living Hope Church located in historical Williamsburg, VA. Join us again this week as Pastor Bill reminds us of the importance of worshiping God amidst the stress and chaos of life, especially during political uncertainty. This week Pastor Bill highlights the parallels between our current culture and ancient Rome, warning against a decline into distraction and complacency. Through the stories of Jonah, Nahum, and King Josiah, we see the consequences of failing to pass on faith to future generations. Josiah's revival was short-lived because he didn't prepare his successors for God's work.
The message urges believers to take refuge in God, especially in times of distress, and to start revival within their own hearts, not just from political leaders. The speaker envisions a sweeping revival where God's love transforms society, calling us to pray, seek God’s will, and share the Good News with others.
Finally, he challenges us to take action in faith, and invites you to join in the upcoming series, "Some Good News," where we'll explore the power of the Gospel to change lives.
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Welcome to Living Hope Church! In today’s sermon, Pastor Bill Francavilla explores the perfection of God and the flawed nature of humanity. We continue to reflect on the ancient concept of "bread and circuses," highlighting how society often seeks distraction instead of addressing deeper issues. Through historical examples of failed utopian societies, we illustrate that true paradise cannot be achieved by human effort alone.
Scripture reveals that all have sinned, yet through faith in Jesus, we find redemption and the promise of a perfect future. The message reminds us that while our world is imperfect, our hope lies in God’s grace and His ultimate plan for a new Heaven and Earth. Join us as we seek to understand our role as believers in a broken culture and the importance of following God’s path to true fulfillment.
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Welcome back to Living Hope Church. Join us for an insightful sermon as Pastor Bill and Jessica both continue the "Bread and the Circus" series. They explore the societal decline depicted in ancient Rome and its parallels to our current culture, especially in light of the upcoming election. They address how a comfortable life can lead to complacency, urging a return to God through genuine repentance. Drawing from biblical examples in Joel and Ezra, they emphasize the importance of communal and personal repentance, challenging us to examine our lives and seek true transformation. Don’t miss this call to action as we reflect on how to cultivate a culture that values life and faith amidst societal pressures.
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Blessings and welcome back to Living Hope! We are so glad you decided to join us again. Join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla shares a powerful testimony about the recent transition of Rey de Gloria Church to a new building, which he inadvertently prayed over just a week before learning they had acquired it. This highlights God’s guidance and the importance of rejoicing in His plans. It really is an awesome testimony.
How can we take a proactive approach to fostering unity in faith? How do we encourage believers to support one another and engage in meaningful conversations to combat the division prevalent in society today?
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Hello and welcome back to Living Hope Church! We are located in historic Williamsburg, VA. This week Pastor Bill Francavilla begins a new sermon series entitled "Bread and the Circus." He shows a parallel of modern American culture and ancient Rome. Why does society have a tendency to prioritize comfort and entertainment over civic responsibility? He highlights how how apathy affects political engagement and moral values. Further, he emphasizes the importance of thoughtful voting and accountability for leaders, while referencing historical cycles of decline in civilizations. Ultimately, the speaker calls for a spiritual revival, urging the congregation to seek deeper meaning and purpose beyond superficial pleasures, and to actively share the message of Jesus with others.
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Welcome again to Living Hope Church. We are located in historic Williamsburg, VA. Join us as Pastor Bill Francavilla continues his dive deep into our sermon series, "Ask, Seek, Knock," exploring what it truly means to seek God.
As Pastor Bill Francavilla brings this series to a close, he discusses the three essential steps for approaching God: Ask, Seek, and Knock. Through biblical examples, including Hannah and David’s mighty warriors, the he emphasizes the importance of engaging in dialogue with God, pursuing a deeper relationship, and taking action in faith. He challenges you to reflect on our commitment to God and the church, encouraging active participation in our faith journey. Finally he concludes with a call to earnestly seek God and trust in His plan.
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Welcome again to Living Hope Church. We are located in historic Williamsburg, VA. Join us as Pastor Bill Francavilla continues his dive deep into our sermon series, "Ask, Seek, Knock," exploring what it truly means to seek God. In today's message, we reflect on the powerful stories of Hannah and Moses, emphasizing the importance of asking God for our needs and actively seeking a deeper relationship with Him. Discover practical ways to pursue God, including prayer, scripture reading, and fellowship, while avoiding common pitfalls like Gnosticism and misplaced priorities. Together, let’s learn how to truly seek the Lord and experience His presence in our lives. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more uplifting messages!
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Hello, and welcome again to Living Hope Church! We are so glad you joined us today. Listen in as this week, Pastor Bill Francavilla continues his sermon series, Ask, Seek, Knock. This week we will be focusing on the importance of asking God for what we need. We’ll explore why articulating our needs to God is crucial, and how sometimes our requests may not align with His will. We’ll also touch on how to ask God in a way that seeks His will and glorifies Him, using examples from scripture like Hannah’s heartfelt prayer and the story of the Israelites and the Ark of the Covenant.
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Welcome back to Living Hope! We are so glad you joined us! Listen in this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla highlights the significance of prayer and its role in our relationship with God. His message revolves around Jesus’ teaching on prayer, particularly from Luke 11. Pastor Bill emphasizes the power of asking, seeking, and knocking as described by Jesus. He explains that prayer should be a persistent and heartfelt dialogue with God, not a mere ritual. Through the story of the midnight visitor and the parable of the persistent friend, he encourages believers to approach God with boldness and trust in His timing. Finally, he underlines that God desires a genuine relationship with His children, marked by constant communication and surrender.
Welcome back to Living Hope Church, we are so glad you have decided to join us today! We are located in historic Williamsburg, VA. This week, Pastor Matt Brummett's message dives deep into the book of Jonah and its profound lessons on God's mercy, justice, and provision. We explore Jonah's journey from defiance to redemption and draw parallels with Revelation to highlight how God’s love and justice interweave. Discover how even in the midst of life's storms and our own disobedience, God's presence is unwavering. We’ll also discuss how Jesus’ message in Revelation calls us to be fervent in our faith, avoiding the pitfalls of lukewarm spirituality. Join us as we uncover these timeless truths and seek a more passionate relationship with God. Don’t miss this enlightening and uplifting message!
Welcome back to Living Hope Church. We are so glad you decided to join us today. We are located in historical Williamsburg, VA. This week, Pastor Bill Francavilla shares an uplifting and inspiring sermon as we conclude our series on the path to victory. In this message, Pastor Bill shares his reflections on returning to Virginia, his recent travels to Costa Rica, and the joy of experiencing God's blessings and healing.
Discover the importance of making a joyful noise in every season of life. Drawing from Psalm 100 and personal experiences, Pastor Bill emphasizes that praising God should be a constant part of our journey, not just a response to victories but also during challenges and trials.
Explore how to live a life of gratitude and worship, no matter the circumstances, and learn from biblical examples of enduring faith and praise. Whether you're celebrating or facing difficulties, this message will encourage you to embrace a lifestyle of praise and thankfulness.
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Hello and welcome again to Living Hope Church. We are located in Historical Williamsburg, VA. Join us this week as Guest Speaker, Dr. Navon Lindo invites everyone to embark on a journey of seeking God's presence and reflecting His glory in the world. Using Psalm 27 as a guide, he explores the transformative power of encountering God in the "secret place" and the profound impact it has on our lives and our ability to shine God's light in the world.
Hello and Welcome to Living Hope Church. We are located in historical town of Williamsburg, VA. Join us again this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla continues his sermon on our Path to Victory. We hope you enjoy the sermon.
Hello and welcome again to Living Hope Church, Williamsburg, VA. Join us again this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla begins a new series; Path to Victory. Bad things can happen to you and it is ok to feel hurt and need comfort in those things. But, will you allow your victim-hood become a volunteer life-style or will you allow God to handle your situation?
What is the cleansing Power of God and why is it so important? Join us this week as Guest Speaker Bill Caldwell shares with us Peter's experience of receiving a divine message through which God reveals that what He has made clean should not be considered impure. Meanwhile, Cornelius, a devout Roman centurion, also receives a vision, prompting Peter to visit him. This encounter leads to the revelation that God's salvation is for all, not just the Jews, marking a significant expansion of the early Christian message. The importance lies in the transformative power of God's grace, cleansing believers and enabling them to live in a way that reflects God's love and truth to others, ultimately bringing about spiritual change in the world.
Hello, and welcome to Living Hope Church Williamsburg, VA. We pray you are doing well this week. Join us as Pastor Bill Francavilla discusses a biblical perspective on Freedom. What is our duty as a church when it comes to our leadership? Even in the events that we do not agree with what they are doing or not doing. We are to pray for them. Join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla walks us through what scripture says about that.
How does our walk or relationship with God coincide with a seed sewn? How do we grow in our relationship with God? Welcome to Living Hope Church in historical Williamsburg, VA. Join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla discusses how we Grow in God and the relationship the Word of God has with the Farmer spreading the seed.
What does Church look like? Not just the building itself, but rather the community of people that make up the church. How do we Church? Welcome to Living Hope Williamsburg, VA. Join us again this week as Pastor Jessica Francavilla brings the message of "How to Church".
Listen in as she walks through Hebrews 10:24-25. The scripture encourages believers to prioritize gathering together as a community of faith. She emphasizes mutual consideration, provoking love and good works among believers, and not neglecting regular fellowship. She discusses how instruction is rooted in the historical practice of God's people gathering together for prayer, worship, and study, both in the Old Testament and in the early church. The local church, referred to as the "ecclesia" in the New Testament, is seen as vital for spiritual growth, mutual support, and the exercise of spiritual gifts. It's not just a physical gathering but a community where believers are nurtured, equipped, and held accountable under God-ordained leadership. Thus, the New Testament places a strong emphasis on the local church as a foundational aspect of Christian life and growth.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Historical Williamsburg, VA. Please join us this week as Pastor Jessica Francavilla reflects a deep exploration into the dynamics of our relationship with God, particularly in how we approach Him with our questions and concerns. She highlights common barriers such as forgetting to ask, feeling our questions are too trivial, discomfort with vulnerability, and avoidance due to fear or shame. Despite these barriers, she emphasizes God's nature as a loving Father who invites us to ask freely, assured that He already knows our hearts and desires intimacy with us.
She draws on various biblical references to underscore God's compassionate and merciful character, encouraging believers to approach Him boldly with their inquiries. She challenges the constraints of religious tradition that may hinder this openness, stressing the importance of genuine relationship over formalities.
She suggests some practical steps, such as reflecting on who God is and asking Him specific questions, guided by biblical examples and promises. She acknowledges the role of repentance and humility in maintaining a close connection with God, emphasizing the transformative power of seeking His guidance and forgiveness.
Overall, she urges believers to engage deeply with God, bringing every aspect of their lives before Him in prayer and finding assurance in His unconditional love and desire for relationship.
At the end of this sermon, Pastor Jessica invites those who need prayer to come to the altar. If you feel you need prayer as you listen to this, please don't hesitate to reach out to us via our website. We would love to pray with you.
Hello, and thank you for joining us again! This week Pastor Bill Francavilla continues his How to Fight sermon with an idea of When to Fight. Many people continue to wonder and to ask God, when He is coming back. Pastor Bill discusses this very topic. Further, he pulls from the sermon of the mount on how we as Christians should act towards one another and treat each other. How we should pray for each other and how we should together with each other. We hope you enjoy this sermon. Please, if you need prayer, don't hesitate to reach out to us via our website. We love you. Blessings.
What can we learn about Spiritual Warfare from some of the best war movies of today? How can we apply them to us spiritually in the fight against principalities and powers of the dark world? Join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla discusses How to Fight! We also ask you join us in a moment of silence for those lives lost in the endeavor to our freedoms that we so enjoy today. Blessings!
Hello and welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla delves into the significance of Pentecost and the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples. He emphasizes the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit and the misunderstanding many have about God and His actions. He expresses concern about a trend in the church and society regarding a lack of understanding of God's love and affirmation. Continuing, he stresses the importance of affirming one another and drawing from biblical passages to illustrate God's love and affirmation for humanity. He then shifts to discussing the obligation to love even those perceived as unlovable, referencing Matthew 5:43-48.
Matthew (also known as Levi) reflects on the societal perception of tax collectors during biblical times. Emphasizing the need to love and befriend those outside the faith, challenging us to extend the same love and affirmation we receive from God to others.
Join us this week as Pastor Jessica Francavilla reflects on the dichotomy of being God's children and spiritual leaders. She discusses the responsibility of guiding the next generation in a godless world and emphasizes the power individuals hold in shaping the future through their influence on others. She correlates this to the biblical story of Deborah, exploring her character and actions in leading Israel. Deborah's leadership, balance, and courage in rallying Barak to action are highlighted, along with the unexpected role played by Jael in securing victory. She encourages us to emulate Deborah and Jael's examples of courage, honesty, and mutual support within our community.
Welcome again to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us again this week as we continue in our 5 week series of How to... This week Pastor Bill Francavilla discusses How to Meditate. how to focus on Meditating on God's word, rather than the media and news outlets that tend to feed you ungodly desires, and bad advice that pulls you away from God.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. We are so glad you are listening to today's sermon. This part 3 of 4 in our 4 week series, Pastor Bill Francavilla explores the significance of prayer in the lives of believers, addressing common issues like the lack of, or the unhealthy nature of our prayer lives. Through stories like Dinah's ordeal in Genesis and Jehoshaphat's battle in 2 Chronicles, he illustrates what scripture says about the consequences of neglecting prayer versus its benefits when embraced. Hear his practical advice on prayer, emphasizing its importance, the need for alignment with God's will, and the power of corporate prayer. Overall, urging believers to prioritize prayer, recognizing its transformative impact and role in fostering unity and faith.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us again this week as we continue our "How to..." series. This week Pastor Bill Francavilla discusses discernment in the prophetic word. What is a prophetic word? How do you know if it's biblical and how should we handle it? What three things should you do to handle someone giving you a prophetic word, or if you hear someone say "I hear the Lord telling me..." Finally, he discusses what you should do if you have been deceived or hurt by a "prophetic word".
Hello and Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us this week as Pastor Matt Brummett kicks off a new four part series on "How to..." He discusses the importance of service and provides guidance on how to serve effectively. Emphasizing the need to serve with a genuine heart, drawing inspiration from biblical teachings such as Proverbs 31 and Ephesians 6:7. Serving involves more than just performing tasks; it requires compassion, humbleness, self-sacrifice, kindness, and unselfishness. Using examples like the Good Samaritan to illustrate the depth of service beyond mere actions. He also highlights the importance of serving within one's means and utilizing one's unique talents. Ultimately, it concludes that serving God and others with love enriches one's life and reflects Christlike qualities. The overarching message is to serve wholeheartedly, humbly, and for the glory of God.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. We are so glad you have decided to join us today. Praise-worthy. A word to meditate on as you listen this week. Do you know anyone who is truly worthy of praise? Did you know that Jesus actually stayed with his disciples for 40 days after his resurrection? Can you imagine what would have gone on in that first week between Him and His disciples? Listen as Pastor Bill Francavilla breaks down the answers to these questions and highlights the very person who is worthy of ALL our Praise!
Hello, and Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Hallelujah, He is Risen!! Join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla discusses what it means for us that our Savior is Risen!! What did God do to redeem us? Why do we need the Savior? Who is the Savior, and why did He care so much?
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla finishes up the series of Bring Others to the Table. What happens to us after we die? Should we be afraid of death? What must we do for us to be able to enter the Kingdom of Heaven?
Welcome agin to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us this week as Pastor Jessica Francavilla discusses and emphasizes the Great Commission's call to make disciples of all nations and the importance of sharing personal testimonies about God's active work in our lives. She highlights the idea of being engaged in a spiritual battle, with the ministry of reconciliation being the means by which believers can participate in setting captives free and proclaiming the gospel. Encouraging boldness and faith, empowered by the Holy Spirit, to embrace the mission of evangelism and discipleship. She provides practical suggestions for sharing one's faith and reaching out to others, citing the example of St. Patrick's missionary work in Ireland. Ultimately, challenging believers to respond to the call to be Christ's ambassadors and to pray for God's empowerment as they step out in obedience to His call.
Welcome top Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join Pastor Bill Francavilla on the topic of prosperity and generosity from a biblical perspective. Pastor Bill defines prosperity and cautions against equating it solely with financial abundance or worldly success. He emphasizes the importance of being rich towards God and using one's resources generously for God's purposes, drawing lessons from various Bible passages like the Parable of the Rich Fool and the story of the Poor Widow's offering. He highlights biblical examples of generosity, such as the Philippian church's support for the apostle Paul, and challenges the congregation to reevaluate their perspectives on prosperity and prioritize their future in eternity over earthly possessions
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us this week as Pastor Matt Brummett focuses on the topic of faith and hope. Drawing from various Biblical passages, particularly Hebrews 11 and 12, he discusses the definition of faith, provides examples of faith demonstrated by biblical figures like Noah and Abraham, and emphasizes the importance of taking action in accordance with one's faith. He challenges the congregation to actively invite others to the church and spread the Word of God, as faith comes from hearing the message. The sermon encourages the congregation to demonstrate their faith through practical actions and ends with an interactive exercise, where attendees are asked to text someone they know, expressing their thoughts and prayers.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us again for this week’s sermon as we focus on prayer and worship as ways to communicate with God. Pastor Bill Francavilla shares a personal story of how God spared his life after prompting him to pray, showing the power of prayer. He discusses how prayer is mentioned repeatedly in the Bible, using examples like David's prayers while fleeing King Saul. Pastor Bill discusses public, showy prayers of the religious hypocrites of Jesus' day that fail to connect in a sincere way with God. He discusses praying humbly, privately, and avoiding repetition can show a sincere heart towards God. Reasons why prayers may seem unanswered are offered, like incorrect motives or God working in mysterious ways. He stresses praying earnestly about needs and praising God for blessings.
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General synopsis of Pastor Jessica's statement at the beginning. The reason we march at the state level is because the battle for life is not yet over. While on the federal level, abortion protection shifted to the states. We are at a time now that abortion is becoming more and more prevalent because of the morning pill. You can purchase the morning pill at any CVS or Walgreens as well as many others without a prescription. This causes the mom to have an abortion earlier on in the pregnancy than ever before. We still need to fight for the lives of our children.
Join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla and his wife, Pastor Jessica emphasize the importance of spiritual family and church community. They discuss abortion as sin and how the church can support the unborn. We view the biological family as a God-given institution, but stress that the spiritual family of believers is even stronger. Drawing from examples in Acts, they call the church to devote themselves to fellowship, sharing possessions, caring for the needy, and living in unity like the early Christians did. Church members are all part of the body of Christ with different gifts that should be recognized and honored. The sermon stresses submitting to church leadership and resolving conflicts to maintain unity, as Christ is the true head that the church should conform to.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. We are so glad you are watching with us today. Join us as we continue our series Eat at the Table. This week we explore what it means to be a disciple or follower of Jesus Christ. Are you a fan or follower of Jesus? Do you just cheer for him when it's convenient, or are you a true disciple and commit to obediently learning from and imitating him no matter the cost? How does scripture illustrate traits like sacrifice, perseverance, and love to characterize genuine disciples, ultimately encouraging them to find others to disciple just as Jesus' original disciples discipled those after them to spread the faith?
Hello and welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. If this is your first time, we welcome you to the channel. This week, as we continue to walk through the Word of God, Pastor Bill Francavilla discusses Spiritual Hunger and God's Word. We hope you enjoy the service. God bless.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. We invite yolu to join us this week as we continue to journey through the Come to the Table series. This week, we hear from Pastor Jessica and Pastor Bill Francavilla about the Holy Spirit. Who He is, and what he does for us!
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Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla continues the series, Come to the Table. This week we discover what it means to repent and be baptized.
Welcome to Living Hope Church, Williamsburg, VA. Join us this week as Guest speaker, Pastor Josh Grimes shares a sermon on "God's Gift to the Church". You can follow along with the notes in the "Events" tab in the Youversion Bible App.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. We are beginning a new series where we walk through "The Purple Book - A Biblical Foundations for Building Strong Disciples" By Rice Brooks and Steve Murrell. This week, Pastor Bill Francavilla discusses Sin and Sanctification and also Lordship and Obedience.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla instructs us in the great commission and how we are to be established with the foundation of scripture.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us this week as we bring the Journey to Bethlehem series to a close and hear from Pastor Bill Francavilla about Joesph and Mary's Journey to Bethlehem.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. We invite you to join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla takes us through what Samuel must have felt like on his Journey to Bethlehem to anoint the King! Blessings - LHC
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla discusses what complications and issues Ruth dealt with on her way to Bethlehem.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us this Christmas Season as Pastor Bill Francavilla begins a sermon series on a "Journey to Bethlehem".
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us as Pastor Matt Brummett brings the perspective of making yourself Ready, Aiming at a Target and Firing when God says its time. And the faith it may take when God pauses you in the aiming process.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla discusses what it looks like to be a disciple.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. We welcome you as this week we hear from Guest Speaker Pastor Chip Buhler. Listen in as he continues his sermon on discipleship and what it should be and sound like.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. We welcome you as this week we hear from Guest Speaker Pastor Chip Buhler. Listen in as he continues his sermon on discipleship and what it should be and sound like.
Welcome to Living Hope Church, Williamsburg, VA. Please join us as Pastor Bill Francavilla dives in to the word and explains how we go from being Shepherds to Kings.
Hallelujah It's Monday!! Hello and welcome to Living Hope Church, Williamsburg, VA. Last week we finished up Biblical Rest and what it means to Rest in God. Join us this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla discusses what Biblical Work is and how we can rejoice in the fact that God has given us the ability to do it.
Welcome to Living Hope Church Williamsburg, VA. Join us this week as Pastor Bill and Pastor Jessica Francavilla discuss what Biblical Rest is.
Hello, and welcome to Living Hope Church Williamsburg, VA. We have heard what Biblical Rest is not and how we should have faith in the ways God tells us to Rest. Listen in this week as Pastor Bill Francavilla explains how we are supposed to Rest Biblically and how we can apply it to our lives.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join us this week as we continue to walk through Biblical Rest. Last week we heard what rest is not. This week Pastor Bill Francavilla walks us through what rest really is and how scripture defines rest.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Please join us as Pastor Bill Francavilla begins a new series about Biblical Rest. Listen in as we hear what Not Resting is.
Hello, and welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Join Pastor Bill Francavilla as he shares ways to handle the Storms we may face in our life.
Hello, and welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Please join us as our Guest Speaker brings the word. What does it look like to decrease, so that He may increase?
Welcome to Living Hope Church. Please join us as we come to a close with the series of Memorial Stones. Watch as Pastor Bill Francavilla wraps up remembering all of the wondrous things God has done in our lives, and how we learn to get to know Him.
Welcome to Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, VA. Please join with us as Pastor Bill Francavilla continues the series of Memorial Stones. This week, he teaches us that we shouldn't worry about what we think of ourselves, but rather what God thinks of us.
Welcome to Living Hope Church, Williamsburg, VA. Join us as Pastor Bill Francavilla continues the series on Memorial Stones. This week we walk through what it looks like, and how to show we are thankful for the things God does in our lives.
Does God still reveal new things to us today? Dive in the Word of God with Pastor Bill Francavilla from Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, Virginia.
From June 11, 2023 Join Navon Lindo as he shares this encouraging word about writing new stories with God. Since God has redeemed us to live out the realities of the New Covenant, we must make every effort to partner with God to discover, live out and write new stories as Christ’s Ambassadors in the World.
You have a Storied Identity
You have a Storied Purpose
You have a Storied Calling
You have a Storied Impact
While all the above are true; there is a phenomenon that seems to often work against us in writing new stories. The phenomenon is RESISTANCE. Join Dr. Navon Lindo at Living Hope VA in Williamsburg, Virginia as he shares what God is calling us to in this season.
Why would anyone give their life to Jesus? What does it mean to be in persecution? Often in our American minds, we can get frustrated or feel the end of the world is coming when gas and food prices rise but what does it mean? Join Pastor Bill Francavilla at Living Hope in Williamsburg, Virginia as we dive into this topic.
Do you know there is a heavenly invitation into grace? What does that mean and what does it look like to be invited into a lifestyle of grace with the Lord. Join Pastor Bill Francavilla at Living Hope in Williamsburg Virginia as we unpack what it means to be invited into a grace-filled life.
What does it mean to be invited into trusting God with your finances? Do you know how many times Jesus refers to money and finances? Why is money even talked about in the Word of God, why do the scriptures give such clear instruction about wealth, finances, being rich..join Pastor Bill Francacvilla from Living Hope Church in Williamsburg, Virginia as he dives into this often uncomfortable subject!
Where has Holy Spirit been all this time? Did He show up in the upper room and then disappear? Was He even in the Old Testament? Join Pastor Bill Francavilla and Pastor Phillip Botts as they discuss the role and significance of Holy Spirit throughout the scriptures and today. Powerful teaching on Pentecost.
It's easy to be conservative and want to hold everything to the biblical law or be more liberal and accept everyone and everything...the question is, what does Jesus tell us to do? He answers this in Matthew 22. Join Pastor Bill of Living Hope in Williamsburg Virginia as he discusses the extremes we can find ourselves in and how we can then miss the point of the gospel
We are called to nobility...so what does it mean to be noble? What does that look like Pastor Bill Francavilla takes us to some of the greatest kings in the Old Testament. Let's look at their behaviors, reactions, and their inactions. As we look at these kings let's remember that we are called to be kings, to rule and reign here on earth.
When asking the Lord for your calling, your purpose and His vision for you there are 4 things to keep in mind. Join Pastor Bill Francavilla of Living Hope VA as he dives into these things to know if your calling is of the Lord.
Do you have a purpose? Does God call us to do individual works for His kingdom? Can we say no to him? Join Pastor Bill Francavilla from Living Hope VA a local church in Williamsburg, Virginia as he dives into this important topic.
Pastors Bill and Jessica Francavilla dive into this message about what it means to thirst..and what was the significance of the hyssop branch in both Exodus and John? Let us be challenged as we discuss how to love our neighbor, how to extend living water to those who don't know Jesus, and how to ensure our thirst for the Living God doesn't go away.
When David wrote Psalm 3 he was in the pit of despair...his son has risen up against him, armies are all around him and he cries out to God and then he says "selah". It's a word in the scriptures that is never translated because it has such depth of meaning. Join Pastor Bill Francavilla at Living Hope in Williamsburg, Virginia as we dive into the Word of God and discover what He has to say.
Why were the psalms quoted so much in the new testament? What significance was there about Psalm 110 when Jesus spoke it to His disciples and what encouragement can we take from it today? It's time to sing a new song to the Lord, it's time to look at the grace He's given us and rejoice.
Join our Next Generation leader, Matthew Brummett as he shares a message about stopping the traditions. Are you living a life fully sold out to Jesus or are you stuck in your traditions and routines unable to see what God is doing?
Redemptive Realignment! When God's face is turned upon you what will you do? What will your response be? Join Pastor Chip Buhler from 20twentyvision, as he shares on what it means to have redemptive realignment in your life. This message was given at Living Hope VA in Williamsburg, Virginia. You can visit us and learn more about our ministry at livinghopeva.com
What are the things that keep us from hearing the voice of God? Join Pastors Bill and Jessica Francavilla from Living Hope in Williamsburg, Virginia. We discuss six things that can keep us from hearing the Lord's voice.
Do you know how often the scriptures talk about being enveloped by the Spirit of God? Join Pastor Bill Francavilla at Living Hope VA in Williamsburg, VA as we find out. From the Old Testament to the New Testament we discover the power, authority and boldness that comes when we are enveloped by God's Spirit.
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What does it mean when the scriptures say, my sheep will know my name? Why is that so important? Join Pastor Bill Francavilla as we dive into the important aspect of knowing how to hear his voice.
Do you know that we are spiritual beings? That means we have a hunger to see God move but often we move to the wrong things like psychics, palm readers, and more. The enemy loves to take advantage of us when we do this! How do we combat it? Find out more with this encouraging and enlightening podcast.
This message will spur listeners to share the Good News of Jesus' victory over death with our culture. Pastor Bill Francavilla shares inspiring achievements of several pastors in our own congregation to help honor Pastor Appreciation Day. He also encourages us with scripture that reminds us Who has overcome death and has the final victory. With the "Christ For All Nation's" event in Williamsburg within 1 week of this message, we are blessed to hear amazing testimonies of what God is doing in our community and will continue to do as we go forth and share His power and love.
Pastor Bill Francavilla interviews Dr. Navon Lindo of TheKingsCollective.org and we experience a powerful discussion of learning how to fulfill the destiny that God has for each one of us. This message will empower listeners to fulfill God's purpose and express the Kingdom of God in their personal 'marketplace' of life.
The culture is changing and many people are without hope; however, we know that Jesus Christ is our only Hope. How will the world know unless we tell them? In this podcast, Pastor Bill spurs us on to be a messenger of God in a dying world. He shares specific stories of ways to be a light to our community since now is the time to go forth and make disciples.
Join us to celebrate the ordination of Pastor Mark Stannard, our church's longest-serving elder. Pastor Mark shares an encouraging word of how important it is to sit at the feet of Jesus and listen to Him. In this way we can hear His voice and better understand the deep love He has for us. After a brief 5 minute recognition in the beginning of his message, Pastor Mark answers his calling to ministry by sharing a message that will inspire all listeners to deepen their relationship with God.
Just when we may feel we can't go any further, God gives us the last bit of power to persevere to the end. In this encouraging and inspiring message by Pastor Bill, we hear stories of how God has strengthened heroes to do an 'About Face' and fight for what is right. It is when we turn away from the things of this world and turn towards God that he arms us with unforeseen power and strength to accomplish His will.
A very special guest speaker, Matt Brummett, shares a powerful word from God. The war we fight is already over when we have God with us. Victory is within grasp when we use the weapons He has put in our hands to use for His glory. This inspiring message presents epic examples of how spiritual battles are won when God's servants choose to be used as a vessel for God, culminating with a reminder of the One who has already used His cross as the ultimate spiritual weapon.
Pastor Bill shares a powerful and encouraging word that shows how God has the unique ability to equip us with the tools necessary to overcome any obstacle that seems insurmountable. Like with Gideon, a torch and a ram's horn was what it took to overcome a seemingly impossible feat. This message gives the inspiration and insight to take hold of those tools which may seem a little unusual and use them to defeat any challenge.
This message is for those who want to want to go deeper with their relationship with God and those who want to walk closer with Jesus. Pastor Bill reveals how the extra guidance and protection of the Holy Spirit can take believers to the next level with Him.
I have to believe that God looked high and low for a man with Joseph’s faith and willingness to serve in such a special capacity. He found Mary who basically said to God, “your will be done.” But could God find a man for her who could match that kind of faith? Could God find a man just as willing?
Let me ask every Bible believing follower of Jesus. How easy was it to believe when you first did? Things were revealed to you. The lights came on. Was it easy? Maybe it was. Could Jesus have made it easier?
There’s a distinct possibility that He could have.
Let’s face it, I can make a VERY compelling argument for a time when it is necessary and appropriate to praise our God. And it’s always time to praise our God! We always want to praise our God and glorify Him.
Except and listen to what I have to say.
Except when its not. Except when it’s time to be silent...Except when it’s appropriate to get one on one with our God and say, “It’s your turn to speak"
"I want to know God and serve God. I want fruit from my life, whatever prayer, whatever is happening in my life, whatever it takes, where you can get the most fruit, the most good. Lord, when I start kicking and screaming remember this prayer…and he does."
Gossip is a nasty thing, wouldn’t you say? I’m not going to ask who in here has ever partaken in gossip because last week we could laugh a little about lying but there is something a little darker about gossip.
"Here’s the thing – if you declare Jesus as your savior – good news, you are powerful. You have choices to make and you have the power of Holy Spirit to guide you. If you are telling lies, believing lies and living a lie – guess what you CAN overcome this with Holy Spirit help."
"Are we allowed to judge people? We are judgmental by nature. And on top of that, the world will all but tell us that are just forbidden to judge anyone no matter what decision they made. It’s not a very good distinction. But we are to discern what is right and wrong and we should make a point to."
"Don’t know who I’m speaking to—Life might be difficult—don’t complain, don’t speak negative words over the situation CHANGE YOUR PERSPECTIVE, CHANGE YOUR WORDS."
"And it’s funny to me that you and I know that the closer we get to God the more like Him we become. But for someone who doesn’t know our God there is the practical question: what is God like? You don’t need to look much further than the ten commandments. Because those are the things that God is."
"And Jesus responded accordingly. “Get behind me, Satan.” But Jesus didn’t say it to insult Peter...He needed Peter to understand the severity of the accusation...He needed Peter to know that if you want Jesus, you can’t just have parts of Him...you have to accept all of Him."
There is an enemy out there without apology, without remorse, without pity and who would like nothing more than to control you the way that Jezebel controlled Ahab.
Will you let him?
And ever since the creation of family by God, the devil has done everything he can to destroy it. Why? Because it presents one of the biggest threats to him and his evil plan for the world...
When done correctly family presents something better. It encourages selflessness. Love. There is something to answer to."
"Why on Earth would a prophet of God serve the most wicked King in the whole Bible? Honestly, I believe that it’s a simple answer, it’s because it’s where God wanted him. A difficult place and not many people would understand."
"It’s because after Elijah experienced one of the biggest external displays of who God is, it still wasn’t enough and God said, “You know what you need? You need something deeper. You need something more personal. You need an encounter.”
"And if all He ever wanted was for us to be happy, there would never be a storm in our lives. Let me ask everyone a simple question, has anyone here ever had a storm? Something that was a challenge. Something that was hard, and you didn’t know how you were going to get through it?"
God gives us precise instructions on how to treat people. When faced with confrontation, we must be kind and examine our motives not to appear hypocritical; however, we cannot be pushovers. So what do we do? Join Pastor Bill as he draws from the life of Elijah to illustrate just how to hand our troubles over to God.
"I hear him say let's go on a journey with him. Let's go deeper. I want to show you the secrets, change the way you think so you can have greater freedom, greater joy…This is the work of the Holy Spirit. The spirit of the LORD knows how to set you free." Please join Living Hope Church for a special three part mini-series on healing and deliverance. In this first part, speaker Sarah Williams of Open Bible East shares a message of hope and the freedom that can be found in releasing pain to Jesus.
As Christians, do the choices of non-Christians offend? Are we expecting them to follow the way Jesus does? Is part of the problem the fact we try to minister to non-believers from a book they do not believe in? Join Pastor Bill as shares what we as believers can do speak life while remaining unoffendable.
If you were an Old Testament prophet and you knew that the king's actions could have a profound effect on the kingdom, would you speak up? Join Pastor Bill as he explores this tough question and discusses the potential curses, as well as the blessings, of being bold.
In today's culture, we are terrifed when we see someone we love making a mistake, yet we remain silent. Why? What is it about the thought of confronting a friend that sends us into panic mode? Join Pastor Bill as he draws from the relationship of David and Nathan to illustrate the power that loving confrontation has to change hearts.
It is incredible when all you are equipped with is the Holy Spirit and love...who can you see come to Christ? Please join guest speakers, George and Sarah Williams, as they share a spirit-filled message on the "reckless love" of God.
"One of the them came back...he threw himself at Jesus' feet and thanked him..." Luke 17:15. It is easy to forget our history, to forget all that God has done and allow our faith to become ritual. Join Pastor Bill as he shares his heart, his passion for history, and the call God has placed on his heart to seek after God and remember...remember
How do you view the Father? Do you see him as distant, holding a grudge, or counting the score against you? Join guest speaker, Pastor Mark Stannard, as he shares his heart about what it means to serve a good, good, Father and the impact that fact has on our identity.
What feeds your soul? Is it the opinion of man? Or is it your dialogue with God? Do you have tough questions for God? Maybe a situation in your life? Join Pastor Bill, in this, the last of the series Welcome to the Kingdom, as he helps us find answers to these difficult questions from the life of Moses
Hope flows out of a love relationship with God, not through our efforts, not by keeping the rules, and not by asking God to move. Hope comes from a place of relationship. Join guest speaker, Pastor Doug Watson, as he shares his own personal struggles and how through relationship, God has brought joy in the midst of sorrow.
Does the choice to follow Jesus come with a guarantee of an easy life or a life of sorrow? Is there a middle ground? Join Pastor Bill as he shares the hope that no matter what life may throw at us we are never alone. In fact, we can walk in intimacy with a God who meets us in the midst of our trials.
As humans we crave order. There is comfort in knowing that things are well ordered and predictable. But what happens when chaos enters our world and turns everything upside down? Join Pastor Bill as he shares how to channel the power we have in Christ to resist the devil and enjoy the order we so desperately crave.
Paul writes in Romans 3:23 that all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. What does this mean for the believer since, even with the cleansing blood of Christ, we still manage to fall short. Join Pastor Bill as he shares what it means to walk through the process of sanctification and how we as the Church can help one another on the journey.
The Bible underscores the importance of unity and oneness. Unity is absolutely essential because the church is the "body of Christ." Imagine what the world would look like if the church would put away petty differences and stand together in unity. Join Pastor Bill as he challenges us to live by Philippians 2:3 and do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but consider others better than ourselves.
God calls his people to be fruitful, but what does fruitfulness truly entail? Being fruitful is much more than we think. It's abundance. It is the quality of being prolific. To be fruitful is to pass along something of value. Join Pastor Bill as he dives into Jesus' exhortation to his disciples to remain on the vine, to draw strength from him, so we too can pass on something of value.
Scripture tells us that there is a separation of kingdoms; the world is divided, leaving people who honor Jesus and those who do not. Join Pastor Bill as he shares the how to breach this divide and bring "pearls of great price" into the Kingdom of God.
Why do you look for the living among the dead...He is not here, HE HAS RISEN! Join Pastor Bill on this, Resurrection Sunday, as he shares the good news of the fact we do not find for Jesus among the dead, but the living.
Palm Sunday is the perfect time to reflect on the status of our hearts and ask God to reveal what it values. Do we strive for the kingdom of God or are we consumed with the world? In today's message, Pastor Mark challenges us to search the Scriptures and learn how to live in the Kingdom of God without being tempted by all the Kingdom of the World has to offer.
In the continuation of the series, The Body of Christ, considers the question of Jesus' hands. Join Pastor Bill as he ponders the way Jesus used his hands to contradict the assumptions built by man's law and the freedom to be enjoyed by understanding God's law. Jesus had strong hands, do you?
In this, the last installment in the series, The Body of Christ, Pastor Jessica focuses on the most misunderstood of all the body parts, the heart and gives voice to what it truly means to have the heart of Christ.
This week, in the third installment in the series, The Body of Christ, explores the mind of Christ. Join Pastor Bill as he shares from his heart the impact believers can have on the "least of these" when they use their minds to exercise the plan, purpose, and perspective of Christ.
What does it mean to for us to be the BODY of Christ? What exactly IS the body anyway? Join Pastor Bill as he explores what the Bible says about the Body of Christ and how that translates to each of us as believers.
What does it mean for us to be the BODY of Christ? What exactly IS the body anyway? In this second message in the series, The Body of Christ, join Pastor Bill as he challenges us to see others with the eyes of Christ.