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Forum Christian Church is a non-denominational church whose mission is to intentionally connect people to Jesus.
In week three of the series on sin, we walk through Romans 7 to show how sin twists even God’s good commands into opportunities for rebellion and death. Paul reminds us that the law is holy and good, but it cannot rescue us from the power of sin — it can only reveal our need. Sin acts like a parasite, attaching itself to our desires and draining life from us, but our hope is not in willpower. The answer to “Who will rescue me?” is found only in Jesus Christ our Lord.
Everyone wants to be the one calling the shots. It's practically the definition of a life well lived. But what if the seat of control is a trap, and the freest-feeling choice you make quietly puts you in chains? An ancient story about two brothers, an ignored warning, and a crime in a field suggests that something has been hunting human beings since the beginning, and it knows your name. Before you can fight it, you'll have to answer one question honestly: who have you been obeying?
There is one thing every human being who has ever lived has in common, and it is the thing we work hardest to keep hidden. We are quick to name it in other people and remarkably slow to name it in ourselves, and most of us are working from a definition we inherited rather than one we ever examined. It goes all the way back to a garden, to a conversation that sounded harmless right up until it wasn't, and to a question nobody wanted to answer. What if the thing you have been calling a mistake was never a mistake at all?
There’s a particular kind of exhaustion that comes from trying to fix yourself with the same tools that keep failing you. We get good at managing symptoms — the frustration, the pretending, the constant reaching for something to make us feel secure — while the thing underneath goes untouched. What if the real problem was never the thing you keep trying to fix, and what if the answer was never going to come from trying harder? An ancient story about a broken marriage asks whether a person can be changed by something other than their own willpower.
God's people were supposed to be distinct, but instead they had become spiritually mixed up—trusting foreign nations, chasing false gods, and forgetting the God who had faithfully rescued them from Egypt. God exposes Israel's compromise through vivid images: a half-baked cake, a discarded pot, a wandering donkey, and an abandoned altar overgrown with thorns. Yet beneath the warnings is the aching heart of a Father who refuses to give up on His children. Rather than placing our hope in political alliances, personal strategies, or counterfeit saviors, God invites us to remember His faithfulness, return to Him in repentance, and trust the One who ultimately delivers us through Jesus Christ. The God who brought Israel out of Egypt is the same God who has rescued us from sin, and His compassionate heart still calls His people home today.
You can do everything right and still be a stranger to the person you claim to love most. From the outside, a life can look successful — even admirable — while something underneath is quietly coming apart. And when we finally feel the wreckage, most of us run to the wrong rescue, chasing fixes that were never able to heal us. What if the thing you’ve spent years performing for was never the thing that was wanted from you at all?
On the surface, everything was working — money coming in, the right alliances, a life that photographed well. Underneath, something was quietly rotting, and almost no one could see it. Then a man was asked to do the one thing no one in his position should ever have to do: go and love the person who had already walked out on him. What he does next costs far more than anyone bargained for.
Why would a loving God allow pain, disappointment, and obstacles into our lives? In Hosea 2, God reveals that some of our greatest hardships may actually be merciful thorns—loving barriers designed to keep us from destruction and lead us back to Him. Discover how God’s relentless pursuit turns our wandering, our failures, and even our valleys of trouble into gateways of hope through His steadfast covenant love.
The book of Hosea confronts us with a difficult but beautiful truth: God refuses to settle for a casual or divided relationship with His people. Through the painful story of Hosea and Gomer, we discover both the ugliness of our spiritual idolatry and the breathtaking depth of God’s covenant love. While we often chase lesser gods that promise satisfaction, God continues pursuing us with relentless grace. Hosea is ultimately a story about a faithful Husband who refuses to abandon His unfaithful bride—a story that finds its fulfillment in Jesus Christ.
What are you known for? Our answer to that question probably highlights one of three categories: profession, relationship, or hobby. What about the ways that we live and love others? Can what we're known for be a witness to the Gospel? For the church in Thessalonica, their witness to all of Greece was found in the way that they remained faithful in the midst of severe suffering and the ways that they loved their brothers & sisters in Christ. Their witness wasn't just isolated to the individual, but was on display through the full body of believers. What is the body of believers at Forum known for?
There’s a difference between knowing what you’d say if someone asked, and being so familiar with what changed you that you can speak about it anywhere — at dinner, at work, in the middle of an argument. One man in the first century told the same story to a mob trying to kill him and to a king who could set him free. He told it differently each time, but it never stopped being true. How we shape the most important thing that ever happened to us turns out to matter more than we think.
Most of us carry a story they've never quite figured out how to tell — the encounters that changed everything, the moments when something inside them rearranged. Most of us assume the people who can tell those stories well are different from us: more articulate, more confident, more certain. What if that's not true? What if there's a simple pattern that could help anyone — even you — bring the most important story of your life into words?
There is a treasure most of us are carrying without realizing it. We spend so much energy hiding the cracks in our lives — convinced they disqualify us, embarrassed by what they reveal. But what if the cracks are not the problem? What if they’re actually how something far more valuable than we’ve imagined finally reaches the people around us?
Most of us have spent years trying harder — trying to be better, do more, feel different, get somewhere. We grit our teeth and stack habits and chase the next strategy, only to end up exhausted by the very life we thought would make us free. What if the answer was never about effort, and the thing we’ve been working for was actually a person we were meant to move toward? This week, we ask the question that changes everything you thought you understood about a life worth wanting.
Most of us know what it feels like to believe something deeply and never quite say it out loud. The reasons are familiar — fear of seeming pushy, the worry that we do not know enough, the quiet sense that speaking up is not really our role. But what if that silence has been hiding something we have gotten wrong about ourselves? An old story about a small group of ordinary people may turn out to have more to say about us than we expect.
We explored the climate of our fragmented culture where identity has become a competition and difference is seen as a threat. We examined how this "Us vs. Them" mentality creates division and silence—the same problems that plagued the early church in Rome. Yet the Good News is that God's unconditional love frees us from condemnation and calls us to be living witnesses who share our lives and faith with others.
Every single day, your life is telling a story — whether you realize it or not. The way you respond to hardship, the things you refuse to back down from, the moments that have changed you forever — all of it is speaking louder than you know. In this message, we look at one of the most remarkable characters in the Gospel of John, a man whose life was transformed in a single moment and who couldn't stop talking about it no matter the cost. If you've ever wondered whether your story matters, or whether you have anything worth saying — this one is for you.
We explore Luke’s unique perspective as both a historian and physician in presenting Jesus as the Great Physician who brings holistic healing (sozo) to all people. Luke, the only Gentile gospel writer, emphasizes how Jesus offers salvation to outsiders, the overlooked, and the outcast. We look at five “case studies” of spiritually sick patients and how Jesus brought “sozo” to them all. Finally, we examine the invitation to become “traveling nurses” for the kingdom of God, extending Christ’s compassionate healing to others.
Most of us carry something we don't talk about — a fear, a failure, a season that feels like it's never going to end. What if there was an event in history so well-documented that even skeptics can't dismiss it — and what if that event had something to say about what you're walking through right now?
What if the way you picture Jesus in your mind is incomplete? This week, we explore a portrait of Jesus that most people skip past — one that reveals something stunning about how God actually feels about you. Through three encounters with three very different people, we see a Christ whose response might challenge everything you thought you knew about his posture toward your mess, your questions, and the things you can’t let go of. This message might change the way you pray, the way you see yourself, and the way you walk into Resurrection Weekend.
Have you ever been so sure about something that you missed what was right in front of you? It happens more than we think — in relationships, at work, and especially in the places where we feel the most confident. Sometimes the people who see most clearly aren't the experts. They're the ones desperate enough to look.
You know exactly why a bank exists. You can explain the purpose of a restaurant without ever visiting their website. But what if the one place designed to change everything about how you live, work, and love has lost its ability to explain why it's here? This week, we discover what we were actually made for — and it's going to cost us more than we expected and give us more than we imagined.
Matthew 18 and 1 Corinthians 5 challenges American individualism that resists accountability, emphasizing that Scripture consistently advocates for believers holding one another accountable to God's standards. Jesus teaches a four-step process for addressing sin within the church: private confrontation, involving witnesses, bringing it before the church, and, if necessary, removal from fellowship. The ultimate goal is always restoration, not punishment. Using the example of sexual immorality in the Corinthian church, we see how tolerance of sin leads to normalization, justification, and eventually celebration of sin. However, forgiveness should be as swift as the discipline was severe, and that believers serve as Christ's ambassadors who represent His kingdom with both holiness and grace.
What does it mean to be a covenant people? Paul appeals to all believers to offer themselves as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God. Paul goes on to say that when we offer ourselves to Him, that the Holy Spirit empowers us with gifts, not for the benefit of the individual, but for the whole body, which is the church. How am I serving and ministering to the body?
Ever been surrounded by people and still feel completely alone? It’s easy to wonder if there's something deeper we're missing. The way we do life together was never meant to look like this. This week we're exploring four ancient practices that the earliest followers of Jesus committed themselves to, practices that produced the kind of community most of us are desperately searching for. If you've ever wanted your faith to feel less like a Sunday routine and more like a way of life, this one is for you.
Most of us carry something we've never told anyone— something that quietly shapes our decisions, our relationships, and our sense of peace. What if the thing you've been protecting is the very thing that's been holding you back? An ancient story about the most unlikely hero reveals a pattern that God has been using for thousands of years to set people free. This week, we're exploring what it looks like to stop managing what was never meant to stay.
Most of us are carrying a kind of exhaustion that success and self-care can’t touch. We’ve started treating life—and even our relationship with God—like we have to earn access, prove ourselves, and stay “good enough.” This Sunday, we’re going to tear down some of those assumptions and rediscover a remedy that’s been there all along: the access you’ve been striving for has already been given. And when that clicks, it reshapes how you carry your work, your family, and your future.
Explore the profound design behind our identity and purpose, and uncover how ancient covenants can transform modern connections. Discover a radical perspective on relationships that challenges the way we view love, forgiveness, and belonging in today’s world. What if the choices we make every day could lead us to a life of genuine fulfillment and grace? Join us as we delve into the timeless truths that promise to renew how we live, work, and interact with those around us.
In a world where identity and belonging often feel uncertain, we explore a compelling narrative that speaks to the heart of who we are meant to be. This message reveals ancient wisdom that challenges us to embrace deeper connections with one another. Discover how timeless truths can transform the way we engage with those around us, offering fresh perspectives on freedom, identity, and love. Join us on this journey to uncover the design for our lives that transcends mere survival and invites us into true community.
The conclusion of Jude focuses on the believer's responsibility to defend and contend for the authentic Christian faith against false teaching. False teaching slowly deforms believers until they become unrecognizable from their original faith. Christians are called to actively maintain their faith through prayer, building each other up, and showing mercy to those affected by false teaching—whether they are wavering, wandering, or wayward. Ultimately, believers are reminded that God is able to keep them from falling away and present them faultless before His glorious presence.
Jude examines the reality of false teaching within the church and how believers should contend for truth. Through Old Testament precedents including the unbelieving Israelites, rebellious angels, and the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, we see God's consistent judgment against unbelief, rebellion against authority, and sexual immorality. In the verses to follow we see that God's grace is not a license to sin but is transforming power, and that truth is objective, not subjective. The cure for false teaching is submission to Jesus Christ as the ultimate authority and faithful adherence to Scripture as the measuring stick for truth.
We start every new year thinking about what we want to grow into—but what if the more important question is what we need to guard against? There’s something quietly poisoning our faith, our peace, and our clarity—and most of us don’t even know it’s there. This week, we’re opening up one of the most overlooked books in the Bible that sounds an alarm we desperately need to hear. The question isn’t just what you’ll stand up for this year—it’s whether you’ll recognize the danger you’re already in.
We take a longer look at King Herod's response to Jesus's birth and contrasting it with the worship of the Magi and obedience of Jospeh. Through examining Herod's paranoid hatred and eventual death, we see how God's purposes cannot be thwarted by human evil. There is a fundamental difference between merely knowing about God and actively participating in His kingdom work. Lastly, we see the gospel truth that while evil may strike, God's plan prevails, culminating in Satan's defeat through Christ's death and resurrection.
The Christmas story is famous for what it gives us, but we often miss what it shows us. Beneath the familiar narrative of a baby in a manger is a pattern for navigating your most difficult relationships, your most embarrassing failures, and your most uncomfortable conversations. This Sunday, we're discovering how an ancient arrival becomes a modern manual for everyday life. You'll never see Christmas the same way again.
We often convince ourselves that God only shows up in the mountaintop moments, leaving us discouraged when we face dead ends or feel insignificant in our daily grind. But what if the very places you have written off—the small, the broken, and the quiet—are actually the specific targets of divine intervention? This message uncovers an ancient, surprising pattern of how true rescue arrives, challenging everything we assume about power and success. Listen in to discover why your current limitation might actually be the perfect setting for a new beginning.
Today we have a very special message from Steve Spear from World Vision, we not only get to hear the heart of Jesus for His people—we also get to step into His invitation in a really practical way.
Every day we walk past people without a second thought—in the grocery store, at the office, maybe even at our own Thanksgiving table. But according to Jesus, some of those unremarkable moments were actually encounters with Christ himself, and we had no idea. The question isn't whether we’ll meet Jesus this week; the question is whether we’ll recognize him when we do. This week we explore why the most eternally significant moments of our lives might be hiding in the interruptions we’re trying to avoid.
Continuing in our study of Matthew 25:31-40, we see Jesus draw attention to the people who are hungry, thirsty, strangers, sick, unclothed, and afraid. When we meet the needs of the least of these, we are literally serving Jesus. Who are the least of these in my life? Father, open our eyes to the needs of those around us. Help us step in to meet those needs out of the love of your Son.
We all know the feeling of dread that comes from putting something off—whether it's a project, a difficult conversation, or even a deep question. This message explores why we avoid these things, suggesting it’s not about laziness, but about managing the fear and insecurity they make us feel. This same pattern of avoidance doesn't just create clutter; it can keep us from the very healing, growth, and hope we're all looking for. What if the "beauty" of what's on the other side is actually far greater than the "fear" that's in the way?
Do you ever feel like you're just going through the motions, running on a treadmill of obligations that leaves you feeling drained? What if the "checklist" of a good life is actually causing you to miss out on the point of life itself? There is a deep, lasting nourishment that your career, achievements, and bank account can never provide. This message is an invitation to discover the one thing you were designed for—a life of true satisfaction and joy, not just duty.
We all experience the daily tension between showing compassion and standing up for what's right. Often, it feels like we have to choose one over the other, leaving us feeling fake or conflicted. But what if the way of Jesus isn't an "either/or" but a "both/and"? This message explores a powerful, 2,000-year-old conversation that offers a simple, practical way to live with both genuine compassion and strong conviction.
We all face big decisions about our future, our relationships, and our careers. Most of the time, we're just guessing, torn between what we think is smart and what feels right, and just hoping it all works out. But what if you could trade that constant anxiety for a deep and quiet confidence in your direction? We're exploring a simpler, more reliable way to find clarity and freedom right in the middle of life's most complicated questions.
In a world that feels like shifting sand, it’s easy to feel exhausted and overwhelmed by constantly changing expectations. But what if there was a way to align our lives with something solid, dependable, and true? This weekend, we explore a misunderstood invitation from Jesus that leads not to restriction, but to a life of unshakable love and overflowing joy. Discover the secret to trading stress for stability and find the abundant life you were made for.
We explore the critical importance of abiding in Jesus' teachings and God's Word for authentic Christian discipleship. Genuine faith in Jesus requires not just belief, but a continuous commitment to Jesus’ teachings. By remaining faithful to Scripture, believers can experience true freedom from sin and spiritual death. We must make room in our hearts for all of God's Word, even the difficult parts.
Many of us live with the constant pressure to perform, feeling that our spiritual lives are another to-do list we have to manage. But what if all our religious activity is missing the one thing that actually produces a life of deep peace and joy? Join us this Sunday as we explore a foundational shift that Jesus invites every one of his followers to make. It’s an invitation to trade the exhaustion of trying harder for the profound rest that comes from a genuine connection.
Is faith meant to be a private, internal feeling, or something more? What if Jesus came not just to share a message, but to put the very life of heaven on display for all to see? This weekend, we explore how our ordinary lives are meant to be the main showroom for the Kingdom on display. Discover how your daily actions can become a compelling preview of God's goodness and power for a watching world.
Throughout Jesus’s ministry, we see Him call people out of the crowd around Him to a life of apprenticeship. The cost of following Jesus is high, but what we gain is far greater than what we lose. What in my life needs to die, so that I can truly live?
We’ve all heard warning sirens in our lives—from our phones, our cars, or even the weather. But what do we do when a siren goes off in our culture? Join us as we explore how a small group of fishermen, tax collectors, and outcasts from 2,000 years ago can teach us the most powerful and effective response to the storms of our world today. It’s a response that can't be bought, voted for, or Googled, but can absolutely change everything.
Old photos often remind us not just of where we've been, but of how much we've changed. While it's easy to see the external shifts, it's much harder to make sense of our internal journey, especially when we feel defined by our stumbles. This message explores how our moments of greatest failure can become the surprising location of our deepest healing. Discover a practical path forward where your past doesn't get the final say over your future.
As we contemplate Peter's bold step onto the waves and his subsequent sinking, we're challenged to examine our own faith. What boat is Jesus asking us to step out of? What fears are holding us back? We are encouraged to embrace the unpredictable nature of discipleship, knowing that even in our moments of doubt, Jesus is always ready to reach out His hand and lift us up.
We all come to moments when the next step in front of us doesn’t make sense. It’s in those very places of exhaustion, uncertainty, or even reluctance that God often speaks the loudest. What if the breakthrough you’ve been longing for is on the other side of a simple “yes”? Join us this week as we discover how God meets us in the ordinary and invites us into something extraordinary.
Join us as we explore a profound moment in Jesus' final days, filled with complex dynamics and powerful insights. Discover how a pivotal encounter at the table reveals a deeper understanding of relationships and priorities. This message will challenge and inspire you to rethink your daily interactions and ambitions. Come and learn how an ancient conversation speaks directly into the heart of modern life.
Ever felt like your purpose in life is a question you can’t quite answer—no matter how much you achieve, earn, or try to “find yourself”? Our culture shouts hundreds of answers at us every day, yet few seem to satisfy that deep need for meaning. In this message, we explore God’s clear and compelling vision for your purpose—rooted in His design, shaped by His love, and lived out for the good of others. If you’ve been searching, it’s time to stop chasing and start embracing the purpose you were created for.
Are we seeking after the approval of others or of God? Paul was accused of living for pleasing others in his presentation of the Gospel message, but in reality he was doing the exact opposite. Paul preached the truth of the Gospel and lived as a servant of Christ. How are we relying on what Jesus has done for us?
In a world full of noise, push notifications, headlines, updates, and constant information it can be difficult to determine what is true and where truth comes from. John’s Gospel invites us to know the one who is full of truth, the one who is the truth, and where to find truth. Jesus is the truth we’re searching for.
As we explore Luke 18, we delve into two of Jesus' parables that challenge us to examine our prayer life and our humility before God.
In this exploration of Jesus' teachings, we delve into the parable of the fig tree from Luke 13. This story challenges us to examine our spiritual fruitfulness, our need for repentance, and God's patient love.
The central parable of the two sons in Matthew 21 serves as a mirror, revealing our own spiritual dishonesty. Are we like the religious leaders, saying 'yes' to God but not following through in our actions? Or are we willing to change our minds and obey, like the first son? This parable reminds us that it's not our words, but our actions that truly reflect our faith. The shocking revelation that tax collectors and prostitutes - the outcasts of society - may enter the Kingdom before the self-righteous should prompt us to reconsider our own prejudices and judgments.
How does hope grow in a world that often seems broken? Jesus shares a series of parables to show us that His Kingdom is working quietly and unstoppable, even amid chaos. We'll examine the powerful idea that this hidden, developing reality is the greatest treasure we could ever discover. Recognizing this truth could give us the patience to remain faithful and the confidence to trust God with what lies ahead.
In this exploration of Jesus' parables, we're invited to view these teachings as more than just stories - they're houses we can inhabit, gardens we can explore. The focus is on Mark 4, where Jesus uses everyday images like lamps, seeds, and mustard plants to reveal profound truths about God's kingdom. We're challenged to become active students of Jesus, not just passive believers.
Rediscover the power and purpose of Scripture through the lens of Jesus’ Parable of the Sower. God’s Word is essential for spiritual growth, salvation, and equipping believers to live out their faith. Amid a culture that often resists absolute truth, this message challenges followers of Christ to cultivate hearts that are open, responsive, and rooted in God’s truth.
Where might we need to take that first small step towards God? The final message in our series “1 Degree,” urges us to be intentional about the direction of our spiritual life, reminding us that even small steps towards or away from God can compound over time, leading to spiritual flourishing or judgment.
In what ways can unmet expectations serve as obstacles to experiencing God's transformative power in our lives, as they initially did for Naaman? As we explore 2 Kings 5:13-19, we uncover important insights to consider as we pursue our own transformation.
The simple instruction to wash in the Jordan River becomes a test of Naaman's willingness to trust and obey. This narrative invites us to consider: Where in our lives are we resisting God's simple instructions?
A nameless slave girl invites us to embrace childlike faith and to be aware of suffering around us while taking action. We consider how can we make small, yet significant, course corrections in our own lives that might lead to profound spiritual transformation.
Are we merely wearing the label of 'Christian,' or are we truly connected to Christ? How can we know for certain that we're in a right relationship with God? The answer lies not in our accomplishments or titles, but in our genuine connection to Jesus, our obedience to His commands, and the fruit that this relationship produces in our lives.
In exploring the gap between wearing the label of Christianity and truly following Christ, we can use the geographical context of Jesus' conversation with His disciples at Caesarea Philippi (Matthew 16:13-18; Mark 8:31-38). This also highlights how Jesus calls us to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him - beyond comfortable Christianity to truly engage with God's kingdom work.
Are we truly living out our faith, or merely wearing the label of 'Christian'? Drawing from Matthew 7:13-27, we're reminded that the path to God's kingdom is narrow, and not everyone who claims to know Christ will enter. The key? Doing the will of the Father.
We explore the life and impact of Barnabas, known as the "son of encouragement," while focusing on his vital role in welcoming and supporting key figures in early Christianity. We look at the importance of encouragement, inclusivity, and the transformative power of the Gospel in changing lives and building the church.
The story of Ananias and Saul teaches us that even brief encounters can have profound impacts when we're obedient to God's call. In this message, we will be challenged to consider: Are we living our faith visibly to those around us? Are we ready to be God's instruments, even when it seems daunting or illogical? This message encourages us to be bold in our witness, reminding us that God work through anyone - even those we might consider unlikely.
In the book of Esther, we discover a powerful narrative about God's providence working through seemingly ordinary people in extraordinary ways. Whether you're wrestling with a personal struggle or looking to make a positive impact, there are timeless lessons that might be helpful as you navigate your life and faith.
This week, we uncover the hidden power of overlooked roles and how they shape the extraordinary stories around us. Simple acts of support can profoundly impact and ignite change in our relationships. Discover how God’s purpose transforms everyday roles into life-changing realities.
Our sermon explored the conclusion of our series on John the Baptist, focusing on the contrast between the Kingdom of Culture and the Kingdom of Heaven. We are challenged to examine where we stand and how we can move from a self-centered worldview to one that aligns with God's kingdom.
The transforming power of repentance is not repentance isn't just about confession or feeling remorseful but about actively changing direction. The key to this transformation is what we explore in today’s message.
In this message, we explore one thing that can change our life’s trajectory. It is one of the most ignored commands in the Scriptures and is the centerpiece of John’s preaching, the teaching and preaching of Jesus, and stands as a central tenet of both Old and New Testament.
As we begin a new collection of teachings, we explore the significance of the last prophet - John. We delve into his life, message, and ministry and see how his message is as relevant today as ever before.
The story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, righteous yet childless, teaches us that God's silence doesn't mean He's absent. After 400 years without prophetic words, God breaks His silence in an unexpected way, choosing an elderly couple to bring forth John the Baptist, the forerunner of Christ. This narrative challenges us to remain faithful in our spiritual journey, even when our prayers seem unanswered.
This week, we finish our series and unpack John 1:14-18. Join us to discover how Jesus' abundant grace can transform your life this Christmas season.
This week we unpack John 1:10-13 and ask, “Why did the world, both in Jesus’ time and now, often fail to recognize and receive the Messiah despite His profound impact? Are our misconceptions about God and disruptions to our personal agendas preventing us from truly embracing His presence in our lives?”
Join us as we delve into John chapter 1 this Christmas season, exploring profound truths that can transform how we live and connect with others. We also explore helpful practices that can deepen our faith and illuminate our daily lives with purpose and intention. Be part of a journey that invites you to carry the light into the world and find renewed awe and wonder in the story of Jesus.
The feeling awe can fill us with excitement, wonder, and joy. But it can also bring with it a humbling sense that there are things far beyond our own understanding of the world. John’s gospel invites us to experience the awe of Jesus’s existence from the beginning, before time itself. It invites us to marvel at Jesus’s divine hand in creation, and the life that is found only in Him.
Can we live each day out of the overflow of our gratitude to God, independent of our circumstances? As we conclude our journey through Psalm 103, we are invited to reflect on how God’s unchanging character can become the foundation for our ongoing spiritual transformation.
Join us as we embark on a transformative journey through Psalm 103 in our new series, "Thanking Through It," where gratitude becomes the guiding star in navigating life's challenges. Discover how embracing thankfulness can reshape your heart and renew your spirit, even during the hustle of the holiday season.
We'll invite you to dive deeper into God's Word, explore practical gratitude practices, and experience the profound impact they can have on your life and community.
Join us as we embark on a transformative journey through Psalm 103 in our new series, "Thanking Through It," where gratitude becomes the guiding star in navigating life's challenges. Discover how embracing thankfulness can reshape your heart and renew your spirit, even during the hustle of the holiday season.
We'll invite you to dive deeper into God's Word, explore practical gratitude practices, and experience the profound impact they can have on your life and community.
We’re invited to witness the transformative journey of faith that Job undergoes while being confronted with four qualities of God that shine through even the darkest moments of suffering: His ability, His personal nature, His grace, and His faithfulness. We are reminded that even in our deepest trials, God is working to conform us to the image of His Son, inviting us to find contentment in Him alone, regardless of our circumstances.
We’re invited to witness the transformative journey of faith that Job undergoes while being confronted with four qualities of God that shine through even the darkest moments of suffering: His ability, His personal nature, His grace, and His faithfulness. We are reminded that even in our deepest trials, God is working to conform us to the image of His Son, inviting us to find contentment in Him alone, regardless of our circumstances.
We explore God’s intimate involvement in creation and His supreme control over chaos and evil. Doing this helps us begin to see God's vast perspective compared to human limitations, using the examples of Behemoth and Leviathan to illustrate God's power and wisdom.
We explore God’s intimate involvement in creation and His supreme control over chaos and evil. Doing this helps us begin to see God's vast perspective compared to human limitations, using the examples of Behemoth and Leviathan to illustrate God's power and wisdom.
God's response to Job helps us remember in the midst of suffering; God is the source of wisdom, God is present, and God is gracious.
God's response to Job helps us remember in the midst of suffering; God is the source of wisdom, God is present, and God is gracious.
We assess Job's final speech before God intervenes, focusing on his longing for the past, his present suffering, and his desire for vindication. Job's righteousness is contrasted with the ultimate innocence of Christ, emphasizing the importance of integrity, confession, and finding comfort in God's compassion through Jesus' sacrifice rather than self-justification.
We assess Job's final speech before God intervenes, focusing on his longing for the past, his present suffering, and his desire for vindication. Job's righteousness is contrasted with the ultimate innocence of Christ, emphasizing the importance of integrity, confession, and finding comfort in God's compassion through Jesus' sacrifice rather than self-justification.
In times of suffering, we don't need defenders of God or empty platitudes. We need friends who will sit with us in the pain and gently remind us of God's presence and love. True wisdom isn't about explaining away suffering or trying to control God through our obedience. It's about seeking the Giver, not the gifts. It's trusting that even if everything was taken away, we could still say with Job, 'The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away. Blessed be the name of the Lord.'
In times of suffering, we don't need defenders of God or empty platitudes. We need friends who will sit with us in the pain and gently remind us of God's presence and love. True wisdom isn't about explaining away suffering or trying to control God through our obedience. It's about seeking the Giver, not the gifts. It's trusting that even if everything was taken away, we could still say with Job, 'The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away. Blessed be the name of the Lord.'
Job's story teaches us the importance of creating safe spaces for lament, both for ourselves and others. As we witness Job's friends stumble in their attempts to comfort him, we learn valuable lessons about avoiding criticism and baseless accusations during times of pain.
Job's story teaches us the importance of creating safe spaces for lament, both for ourselves and others. As we witness Job's friends stumble in their attempts to comfort him, we learn valuable lessons about avoiding criticism and baseless accusations during times of pain.
In this powerful exploration of the Book of Job, we delve into the depths of human suffering and the practice of biblical lament. Job's raw, honest cry to God in chapter 3 serves as a profound example of how even the most righteous can experience moments of despair. We're invited to consider how our own experiences, emotions, and theology intersect during times of trial.
In this powerful exploration of the Book of Job, we delve into the depths of human suffering and the practice of biblical lament. Job's raw, honest cry to God in chapter 3 serves as a profound example of how even the most righteous can experience moments of despair. We're invited to consider how our own experiences, emotions, and theology intersect during times of trial.
It is easy to be misunderstood while suffering. We assess Job’s wife and his friends as they navigate this hard reality.
It is easy to be misunderstood while suffering. We assess Job’s wife and his friends as they navigate this hard reality.
We saw last week that Job maintained his integrity and faith when losing everything. The question now stands, how will Job respond when physical suffering happens.
We saw last week that Job maintained his integrity and faith when losing everything. The question now stands, how will Job respond when physical suffering happens.
We begin a deep dive into the book of Job to find that there is much more to God's wisdom than we ever imagined.
We begin a deep dive into the book of Job to find that there is much more to God's wisdom than we ever imagined.
In this message, we explore Jesus' extraordinary act of going out of His way to restore His relationship with Peter after Peter's betrayal. This message challenges us to reflect on our own experiences of betrayal – both as the betrayed and the betrayer – and consider how we might go out of our way to restore broken relationships, just as Jesus did.
In this message, we explore Jesus' extraordinary act of going out of His way to restore His relationship with Peter after Peter's betrayal. This message challenges us to reflect on our own experiences of betrayal – both as the betrayed and the betrayer – and consider how we might go out of our way to restore broken relationships, just as Jesus did.
What if the greatest investment you could make for the Kingdom was in the life of a child? Join us this Sunday for 'Embracing the Marginalized,' where we explore how Jesus' radical love for the youth can transform our community and our faith. See how small acts of care today can ripple into a century of impact.
What if the greatest investment you could make for the Kingdom was in the life of a child? Join us this Sunday for 'Embracing the Marginalized,' where we explore how Jesus' radical love for the youth can transform our community and our faith. See how small acts of care today can ripple into a century of impact.
As Jesus was getting into the boat, the man who had been demon possessed begged to go with him. But Jesus said, “No, go home to your family, and tell them everything the Lord has done for you and how merciful he has been.” So the man started off to visit the Ten Towns of that region and began to proclaim the great things Jesus had done for him; and everyone was amazed at what he told them.
As Jesus was getting into the boat, the man who had been demon possessed begged to go with him. But Jesus said, “No, go home to your family, and tell them everything the Lord has done for you and how merciful he has been.” So the man started off to visit the Ten Towns of that region and began to proclaim the great things Jesus had done for him; and everyone was amazed at what he told them.
In today’s message, we explore the deep significance of 1 Corinthians 13, also known as the "great love chapter," and its potential to profoundly impact our lives.
In today’s message, we explore the deep significance of 1 Corinthians 13, also known as the "great love chapter," and its potential to profoundly impact our lives.
Jesus’ command to love our enemies was never intended to remain something we know, but was intended to be lived in the way we love. This week's message challenges us to move beyond simply hearing Jesus' teachings on love to actively living it out, even in the face of opposition or mistreatment.
Jesus’ command to love our enemies was never intended to remain something we know, but was intended to be lived in the way we love. This week's message challenges us to move beyond simply hearing Jesus' teachings on love to actively living it out, even in the face of opposition or mistreatment.
This week we delve into the radical and transformative teachings of Jesus on loving our enemies, exploring how sacrificial love can triumph over hostility and injustice.
This week we delve into the radical and transformative teachings of Jesus on loving our enemies, exploring how sacrificial love can triumph over hostility and injustice.
Loving our neighbor as our self might be one of the most proactive teachings of Jesus. In this week’s message we explore why.
Loving our neighbor as our self might be one of the most proactive teachings of Jesus. In this week’s message we explore why.
We begin a new teaching series and start to unpack one of the most critical aspects of our faith. It's one of the most attacked, misunderstood, and poorly taught truths ever revealed, and it's an area many of us struggle to understand, express, and explain.
We begin a new teaching series and start to unpack one of the most critical aspects of our faith. It's one of the most attacked, misunderstood, and poorly taught truths ever revealed, and it's an area many of us struggle to understand, express, and explain.
God is calling us into a relationship with him to experience freedom and an opportunity to live differently. He is speaking through creation and through Scripture. The question is, are we listening? And how are we to respond to this connection to Him?
We dive into the middle of Psalm 19 to realize that God’s Word has been, and will always be, foundational for followers of Jesus.
As we kickoff our three part series in psalm 19 we uncover some of the ways the universe is actively declaring the glory of God.
As we conclude our teaching on spiritual formation, we explore what it means to live and love like Jesus. The biblical narrative gives us some helpful insights into how we can imitate the love of Jesus in what we share, how we give, and who we love.
Can we truly abide in Jesus without being his apprentice? In today's message, we are challenged to move beyond simply believing in Jesus to intentionally learning from him and practicing his way of life.
In this sermon, we explore the concept of abiding in Jesus as a key aspect of spiritual formation.
Have you ever stopped to consider what is shaping you? What narratives do you believe, what communities are you a part of, and what practices do you embody each day? We are all being formed by something. Formation is inevitable and inescapable. The only question is whether we are being formed into wholeness and Christlikeness or deformed into destructive patterns.
Have you ever stopped to consider what is shaping you? What narratives do you believe, what communities are you a part of, and what practices do you embody each day? We are all being formed by something. Formation is inevitable and inescapable. The only question is whether we are being formed into wholeness and Christlikeness or deformed into destructive patterns.
As we begin a new series exploring spiritual formation, we define what formation is according to the scriptures and examine how to conduct a simple spiritual inventory.
As we begin a new series exploring spiritual formation, we define what formation is according to the scriptures and examine how to conduct a simple spiritual inventory.
With every aspect of our lives under the sway of Jesus' resurrection, we explore what it means to truly live in light of His transformative power, especially in the mundane and challenging moments of daily life.
With every aspect of our lives under the sway of Jesus' resurrection, we explore what it means to truly live in light of His transformative power, especially in the mundane and challenging moments of daily life.
In this week’s teaching, we explore a thread of spiritual formation throughout Paul’s letter to the Philippians. We unpack the relationship between all that God has done for us and is doing in us and what our role is in the midst of it.
In this week’s teaching, we explore a thread of spiritual formation throughout Paul’s letter to the Philippians. We unpack the relationship between all that God has done for us and is doing in us and what our role is in the midst of it.
As we attempt to live in such a way that displays the reality of the resurrection to the onlooking world, we examine these famous words of Jesus, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life." Could the order of these ancient truths be pointing us to something significant when it comes to the invitation of Jesus in our life?
As we attempt to live in such a way that displays the reality of the resurrection to the onlooking world, we examine these famous words of Jesus, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life." Could the order of these ancient truths be pointing us to something significant when it comes to the invitation of Jesus in our life?
Does the great commission and the call to be a disciple change the way I live? The invitation of Jesus is to: acknowledge his authority, step out in obedience to be a disciple of Jesus, and to invite others to follow you as you follow after Jesus.
This Easter we explore the varied reactions of people to the resurrection of Jesus. How Jesus consistently meets people where they are becomes an important pattern for us to consider this resurrection Sunday.
This Easter we explore the varied reactions of people to the resurrection of Jesus. How Jesus consistently meets people where they are becomes an important pattern for us to consider this resurrection Sunday.
In this year's Good Friday service, we reflect and remember the sacrifice Jesus made for us on the cross. In our desire to give honor and glory to God, we have placed our celebration of the Lord's Supper as the central emphasis of our gathering. Let's spend time together preparing and examining our hearts in light of our upcoming Easter celebration.
There where many unexpected encounters that Jesus had with others on the day of His earthly death. We will take a closer look at these and how they inform our walk with Jesus.
There where many unexpected encounters that Jesus had with others on the day of His earthly death. We will take a closer look at these and how they inform our walk with Jesus.
This message shows us how Jesus amazed people by what He did and said, and invites us to consider strengthening our faith in God to expect the unexpected in our lives today.
This message shows us how Jesus amazed people by what He did and said, and invites us to consider strengthening our faith in God to expect the unexpected in our lives today.
Today’s message is call to recognize the often-unexpected ways God moves in our lives and an Easter Challenge to devote some time to reading God’s word and exploring it with others community.
Today’s message is call to recognize the often-unexpected ways God moves in our lives and an Easter Challenge to devote some time to reading God’s word and exploring it with others community.
As teaching through Habakkuk comes to a close, we consider what it would look like to cultivate a heart of worship, anticipating how devotion will lead to a flourishing faith and spiritual revival.
As teaching through Habakkuk comes to a close, we consider what it would look like to cultivate a heart of worship, anticipating how devotion will lead to a flourishing faith and spiritual revival.
In part two of our Habakkuk series, we see adversity’s intricate role in shaping our spiritual growth. We also hear the challenge to join a watchtower of vigilance, ready to confront oppression and reflect the heart of God in a pursuit of justice.
In part two of our Habakkuk series, we see adversity’s intricate role in shaping our spiritual growth. We also hear the challenge to join a watchtower of vigilance, ready to confront oppression and reflect the heart of God in a pursuit of justice.
The prophet Habakkuk will challenge us to confront the ever-changing nature of our spiritual lives, considering the questions that challenge and deepen our faith. This ancient dialogue between Habakkuk and God reflects our own struggles, societal conformity, and spiritual transformation. It's a conversation that reveals how life's unexpected turns are often the very catalysts that cultivate our faith.
The prophet Habakkuk will challenge us to confront the ever-changing nature of our spiritual lives, considering the questions that challenge and deepen our faith. This ancient dialogue between Habakkuk and God reflects our own struggles, societal conformity, and spiritual transformation. It's a conversation that reveals how life's unexpected turns are often the very catalysts that cultivate our faith.
Why do you serve or give? What’s your motivation and intention? Jesus calls us to clarify our motivation for why we love and serve others. Is it for what we receive? Or is it for the sake others? Jesus meets us in our motivations to transform us and align us with his love and mission.
Why do you serve or give? What’s your motivation and intention? Jesus calls us to clarify our motivation for why we love and serve others. Is it for what we receive? Or is it for the sake others? Jesus meets us in our motivations to transform us and align us with his love and mission.
Is it possible to obey Jesus and not love like Him? We answer that question and explore the practice of following Jesus.
Is it possible to obey Jesus and not love like Him? We answer that question and explore the practice of following Jesus.
Obedience has become optional in our modern Christian communities and In this message we challenge that notion and consider the transformational power of obedience to Jesus.
Obedience has become optional in our modern Christian communities and In this message we challenge that notion and consider the transformational power of obedience to Jesus.
One of the most significant side effects of saying ‘yes’ to Jesus is to be welcomed into God’s divine family. In today’s message, we push into the key characteristics of what it means to be a part of that family.
One of the most significant side effects of saying ‘yes’ to Jesus is to be welcomed into God’s divine family. In today’s message, we push into the key characteristics of what it means to be a part of that family.
What would you say if you had to define what eternal life is? While eternal life might be familiar language to many of us, what it is and how it might shape our life in the present is more elusive. In today's message, we define eternal life according to Jesus and the writers of the New Testament and consider how it could impact our daily lives.
What would you say if you had to define what eternal life is? While eternal life might be familiar language to many of us, what it is and how it might shape our life in the present is more elusive. In today's message, we define eternal life according to Jesus and the writers of the New Testament and consider how it could impact our daily lives.
Following Jesus results, not only in forgiveness of our sins, but also in a call to forgive those who have sinned against us.
Following Jesus results, not only in forgiveness of our sins, but also in a call to forgive those who have sinned against us.
A new year brings with it times of reflection and change. We often make resolutions out of places we felt we were lacking in the previous year. What if instead of focusing on what didn’t happen, what if we focused on what did happen - specifically what God did in 2023? How can we remember all God has done and pass these truths on to future generations?
A new year brings with it times of reflection and change. We often make resolutions out of places we felt we were lacking in the previous year. What if instead of focusing on what didn’t happen, what if we focused on what did happen - specifically what God did in 2023? How can we remember all God has done and pass these truths on to future generations?
One of the most profound realities of the Christmas story is the hopeful anticipation surrounding Jesus's birth. From the garden of Eden, the language of the prophets, to the birth of Christ, hope emerging on the horizon not only helps us celebrate the advent of Jesus at Christmas but also helps us wake up to the wonder of His return.
In the final message of our Christmas series we uncover how our ordinary faithfulness can open us to the wonder of the extraordinary work of the Spirit.
In the final message of our Christmas series we uncover how our ordinary faithfulness can open us to the wonder of the extraordinary work of the Spirit.
Of all the things we can learn from the birth story of Jesus, one of the most compelling is how God is often working beneath the surface of our everyday circumstances. As we walk through the close of chapter one, we see how there is always more to the story.
Of all the things we can learn from the birth story of Jesus, one of the most compelling is how God is often working beneath the surface of our everyday circumstances. As we walk through the close of chapter one, we see how there is always more to the story.
As we continue to explore the Spirit of God's role in the birth narrative of Jesus, we see how the forgotten family at Christmas invites us to ask, " What opportunities has God laid out before us, and are we saying yes to them?
As we continue to explore the Spirit of God's role in the birth narrative of Jesus, we see how the forgotten family at Christmas invites us to ask, " What opportunities has God laid out before us, and are we saying yes to them?
In the first week of our Christmas series we begin to explore the Father's story of the birth of His son, and highlight the presence of an often overlooked character at work in the birth narrative story of our Savior.
In the first week of our Christmas series we begin to explore the Father's story of the birth of His son, and highlight the presence of an often overlooked character at work in the birth narrative story of our Savior.
While many of us might agree with the statement that we suffer from a contentment crisis, we aren’t as confident in what the remedy might be. In a special Thanksgiving message, we look at a broad overview of the biblical narrative and define Thanksgiving from a scriptural standpoint, uncovering a helpful practice to incorporate this holiday season.
While many of us might agree with the statement that we suffer from a contentment crisis, we aren’t as confident in what the remedy might be. In a special Thanksgiving message, we look at a broad overview of the biblical narrative and define Thanksgiving from a scriptural standpoint, uncovering a helpful practice to incorporate this holiday season.
Embracing humility and service within our community can transform both our lives and the lives of others in our community. As we close out our teaching series of 1 Peter, we focus on the last ten verses and leave with some provocative questions to help us implement the truth shared by Peter.
Is it possible that we live out of a superficial discipleship to Jesus? How would we be able to recognize it – what would the symptoms be? In today’s message, we explore the antidote to superficial discipleship and explore three aspects of committed discipleship.
Is it possible that we live out of a superficial discipleship to Jesus? How would we be able to recognize it – what would the symptoms be? In today’s message, we explore the antidote to superficial discipleship and explore three aspects of committed discipleship.
As we venture through the remainder of 1 Peter 4, we will learn to view our current circumstances through an eternal lens, with a firm reminder that hope is never lost, and joy is always within reach.
As we venture through the remainder of 1 Peter 4, we will learn to view our current circumstances through an eternal lens, with a firm reminder that hope is never lost, and joy is always within reach.
God invites us to look at the core of who we are and why we do what we do. Do we find our purpose and delight in chasing our own desires? Or is it in God’s will? Today we see how we can align more with God’s will and find our delight in Him.
God invites us to look at the core of who we are and why we do what we do. Do we find our purpose and delight in chasing our own desires? Or is it in God’s will? Today we see how we can align more with God’s will and find our delight in Him.
"It’s always right to do the right thing" is a great phrase to say, but a little bit more difficult to practice. As we close out 1 Peter 3, we approach some practical truths in a very unconventional passage with some unexpected outcomes.
"It’s always right to do the right thing" is a great phrase to say, but a little bit more difficult to practice. As we close out 1 Peter 3, we approach some practical truths in a very unconventional passage with some unexpected outcomes.
1 Peter 3:1-12 is one of the most difficult passages to interpret and apply. As we go through the historical context, its modern-day relevance will allow us to appreciate the timeless lessons tucked within.
1 Peter 3:1-12 is one of the most difficult passages to interpret and apply. As we go through the historical context, its modern-day relevance will allow us to appreciate the timeless lessons tucked within.
What if our perception of slavery, submission, and authority could be radically transformed through the lens of early Christian teachings? In this message we examine the complex texts of 1 Peter 2:11-25, where we draw a roadmap to guide us through the intricate meanings buried within.
What if our perception of slavery, submission, and authority could be radically transformed through the lens of early Christian teachings? In this message we examine the complex texts of 1 Peter 2:11-25, where we draw a roadmap to guide us through the intricate meanings buried within.
We start with an in-depth exploration of 1 Peter, chapter 2, and discuss how it serves as our spiritual Rosetta Stone. Much like the historical Rosetta Stone unlocked ancient Egyptian languages, this chapter holds the keys to understanding complex spiritual truths.
We start with an in-depth exploration of 1 Peter, chapter 2, and discuss how it serves as our spiritual Rosetta Stone. Much like the historical Rosetta Stone unlocked ancient Egyptian languages, this chapter holds the keys to understanding complex spiritual truths.
Peter addresses his audience with what their mindset, as spiritual exiles, should look like and why it’s worth embracing a life of holiness.
Peter addresses his audience with what their mindset, as spiritual exiles, should look like and why it’s worth embracing a life of holiness.
In our fall kick-off message, we begin our exploration of 1 Peter. This week’s teaching sets the foundation for the entire series and unpacks the opening verses of Peter’s encouragement and instruction.
In our fall kick-off message, we begin our exploration of 1 Peter. This week’s teaching sets the foundation for the entire series and unpacks the opening verses of Peter’s encouragement and instruction.
God’s blessings surround us in ways often difficult to perceive, understand, or recognize. If that statement is true, wouldn’t we see the evidence for it? In our series conclusion we find out where the evidence might be in our lives today.
God’s blessings surround us in ways often difficult to perceive, understand, or recognize. If that statement is true, wouldn’t we see the evidence for it? In our series conclusion we find out where the evidence might be in our lives today.
God’s blessings surround us in ways we often only recognize in hindsight, and they are hard to perceive, understand and appreciate. In today’s message we explore how we can recognize, experience, and trust the realities of God’s blessings.
God’s blessings surround us in ways we often only recognize in hindsight, and they are hard to perceive, understand and appreciate. In today’s message we explore how we can recognize, experience, and trust the realities of God’s blessings.
As we kick off a brand new series we survey the entire narrative of scripture to look at the theme of living in the blessing.
As we kick off a brand new series we survey the entire narrative of scripture to look at the theme of living in the blessing.
As we navigate real, dark valleys throughout life, the Psalmist reminds us of God’s comfort, protection, and preparation as He prepares an eternal feast for us.
As we navigate real, dark valleys throughout life, the Psalmist reminds us of God’s comfort, protection, and preparation as He prepares an eternal feast for us.
Haggai paints a graphic analogy of how the people’s sin is contagious while, at the same time, delivering a message of hope that is centered on God’s character.
We take a unique turn in the book of Haggai and explore the first nine verses of chapter two where we see how God’s promise of a brighter future stands amid the contrast of a broken past.
We take a unique turn in the book of Haggai and explore the first nine verses of chapter two where we see how God’s promise of a brighter future stands amid the contrast of a broken past.
Today we explore the second half of Haggai chapter one and explore how the treatment plan for Israel’s rebellion would require a new priority in their lives and community, and we explore how the same might be true for us today.
While the prophets spoke to specific historical contexts, many of the issues they addressed—such as idolatry, social injustice, and the call to repentance—are still relevant in today's world. We begin a new teaching series through the book of Haggai and discover how the words from the ancient prophet are as relevant today as ever before.
While the prophets spoke to specific historical contexts, many of the issues they addressed—such as idolatry, social injustice, and the call to repentance—are still relevant in today's world. We begin a new teaching series through the book of Haggai and discover how the words from the ancient prophet are as relevant today as ever before.
The conclusion of our series helps us build a simple framework for how we make disciples. We make disciples by inviting others to the table of Jesus, investing in them with the commands of Jesus, and entrusting them with the mission of Jesus
The conclusion of our series helps us build a simple framework for how we make disciples. We make disciples by inviting others to the table of Jesus, investing in them with the commands of Jesus, and entrusting them with the mission of Jesus
What does it mean to become or be a disciple of Jesus. This week’s message answers that question from three different perspectives.
What does it mean to become or be a disciple of Jesus. This week’s message answers that question from three different perspectives.
As we push into the final leg of our series, we see how our communion with God, immersed by love from God and for God, is what propels us into the mission of God. In this message we answer the question, “What is discipleship according to the pattern of Jesus?”
Jesus unmistakably ties love for Him to obedience to His commandments. This appears to be discouraging as we have all failed to keep His commandments perfectly. However, Jesus promises that the Holy Spirit will come to dwell in us and empower us to love Jesus through obedience to Him. In today’s message, we reflect on how Jesus loved the Father through His obedience to die on the cross.
Jesus unmistakably ties love for Him to obedience to His commandments. This appears to be discouraging as we have all failed to keep His commandments perfectly. However, Jesus promises that the Holy Spirit will come to dwell in us and empower us to love Jesus through obedience to Him. In today’s message, we reflect on how Jesus loved the Father through His obedience to die on the cross.
Jesus gave His followers a central command to help shape and guide their life and faith. More than a set of rules to follow, it invited them to a life to be lived. With such a vital truth, Jesus left them (and us) with plenty of examples and teachings to help us along the way. In today’s message, we discover three crucial ways Jesus showed us His love and the pattern for us to follow.
Jesus gave His followers a central command to help shape and guide their life and faith. More than a set of rules to follow, it invited them to a life to be lived. With such a vital truth, Jesus left them (and us) with plenty of examples and teachings to help us along the way. In today’s message, we discover three crucial ways Jesus showed us His love and the pattern for us to follow.
What questions do you bring to Jesus? The Jewish leaders of Jesus' day had many questions for Jesus - even though they had the wrong motives in their questioning, Jesus still had something to teach them.
What questions do you bring to Jesus? The Jewish leaders of Jesus' day had many questions for Jesus - even though they had the wrong motives in their questioning, Jesus still had something to teach them.
In today’s message we explore the remaining passages in the New Testament that speak about the Lord's Supper. By looking at how the early church practiced and the warnings they received, we are invited to gain a deeper understanding and better prepare ourselves for our time around the table.
What happens now after the height of the Easter celebration? We begin a new collection of teachings that center around three of the major things Jesus asked us to embrace and practice until his ultimate return. We explore the first of these – the communion table and its origins in the Passover.
What happens now after the height of the Easter celebration? We begin a new collection of teachings that center around three of the major things Jesus asked us to embrace and practice until his ultimate return. We explore the first of these – the communion table and its origins in the Passover.
This year’s Easter message from Bradley answers some unique questions: Is there evidence for the resurrection? If there wasn’t would that make a difference in what you believed? If there was evidence for the resurrection, what would it be and how would you know it was real?
This year’s Easter message from Bradley answers some unique questions: Is there evidence for the resurrection? If there wasn’t would that make a difference in what you believed? If there was evidence for the resurrection, what would it be and how would you know it was real?
In this Good Friday guided reflection, we explore the mockery of the cross, and the response of Jesus to the undeserving onlookers.
In this Good Friday guided reflection, we explore the mockery of the cross, and the response of Jesus to the undeserving onlookers.
Jesus reminds us that the only citizens of the Kingdom of God are not just those who are interested in it but also invested in it with Kingdom work.
Jesus reminds us that the only citizens of the Kingdom of God are not just those who are interested in it but also invested in it with Kingdom work.
Jesus reminds us that the only citizens of the Kingdom of God are not just those who are interested in it but also invested in it with Kingdom work.
Inching ever closer to Jerusalem during the last months of Jesus’ earthly ministry, we look at an overarching narrative spanning 37 verses and four key moments. The stories of two rich young rulers serve as bookends to this in-depth look at Jesus approaching Jericho.
Inching ever closer to Jerusalem during the last months of Jesus’ earthly ministry, we look at an overarching narrative spanning 37 verses and four key moments. The stories of two rich young rulers serve as bookends to this in-depth look at Jesus approaching Jericho.
In a seemingly in between moment, Jesus rebukes His disciples for preventing people to coming to Him. In this week’s message we explore the situation, backdrop, and teaching of Jesus in this tension filled moment that might be a catalyst for us to make room for people we might otherwise be shutting out.
In a seemingly in between moment, Jesus rebukes His disciples for preventing people to coming to Him. In this week’s message we explore the situation, backdrop, and teaching of Jesus in this tension filled moment that might be a catalyst for us to make room for people we might otherwise be shutting out.
In a unique follow up to Jesus’ teaching on His future return, He launches into two stories about prayer. As we explore Luke 18:1-14, we will learn from Jesus the various layers to our prayer life and hear His invitation to a different kind of prayer.
In a unique follow up to Jesus’ teaching on His future return, He launches into two stories about prayer. As we explore Luke 18:1-14, we will learn from Jesus the various layers to our prayer life and hear His invitation to a different kind of prayer.
Jesus teaches us that his Kingdom is different; his kingship is different; and his people are different. His people are like him who let go of the things of this life. What do you need to let go?
Toward the end of Jesus’ earthly ministry, He left the region of Galilee and headed south to Jerusalem. What happened along the way was a mixture of teachings, miracles, and relentless determination to accomplish His mission. In this series, we will walk along with Jesus, not just to learn more about Him, but to learn from Him.
Toward the end of Jesus’ earthly ministry, He left the region of Galilee and headed south to Jerusalem. What happened along the way was a mixture of teachings, miracles, and relentless determination to accomplish His mission. In this series, we will walk along with Jesus, not just to learn more about Him, but to learn from Him.
For nearly two thousand years Christians have been gathering on Sunday mornings. While it is a long standing tradition practiced by many – in this weeks message we consider why this practice matters so much to God and why it should matter to us.
For nearly two thousand years Christians have been gathering on Sunday mornings. While it is a long standing tradition practiced by many – in this weeks message we consider why this practice matters so much to God and why it should matter to us.
The topic of church membership is not one we often hear too much about. What does being a local church member mean, and why should it even matter in our modern culture? We tackle these questions and more in a message about an explosive and exciting topic.
The topic of church membership is not one we often hear too much about. What does being a local church member mean, and why should it even matter in our modern culture? We tackle these questions and more in a message about an explosive and exciting topic.
We are all witnesses of something or someone. This week’s message explores the ‘next step’ of sharing our faith and three key passages with three different applications.
Often viewed as an optional next step of faith – the topic of giving comes with many negative connotations. In this week’s teaching, we explore a fundamental question – where does this idea of giving come from, and why does it matter? We will cover various passages to get a panorama of God’s word to help shape and steer us to a more Jesus-centered view of generosity.
In this message we explore the transformation process that happens when we take on the attitude and action of using our God given gifts and talents to serve others the way Jesus does.
In this message we explore the transformation process that happens when we take on the attitude and action of using our God given gifts and talents to serve others the way Jesus does.
As Philip preached the Good News of Jesus Christ, and people believed, it led to the inevitable first next step of Christian baptism.
We kick off our brand new series "Next Steps" by building a framework for understanding the invitation of Jesus to be formed into His likeness.
In this unique Christmas Sunday message, we explore the birth narrative in Luke 2 and consider how remarkably ordinary it was.
In a special candlelight Christmas Eve service, we turn our attention to the opening chapter of Luke's gospel and consider the invitation of God to join Him in the work He is already doing.
In this final message of our Christmas series, we look over the life and ministry of Jesus and answer the question – what was Jesus intentional about?
If God is our ultimate example of what being intentional means – then we can learn a lot from how He entered into the world. This week’s message explores the connection between the prophecy of Isaiah and the virgin birth and its relevance for how we be more intentional this Christmas.
If God is our ultimate example of what being intentional means – then we can learn a lot from how He entered into the world. This week’s message explores the connection between the prophecy of Isaiah and the virgin birth and its relevance for how we be more intentional this Christmas.
As we prepare for Christmas, it is imperative to reflect on the reason of why we needed God to come to earth, in the person of Jesus.
As we prepare for Christmas, it is imperative to reflect on the reason of why we needed God to come to earth, in the person of Jesus.
As an ongoing spiritual war takes place, the Apostle Paul exhorts the Ephesians to pray for a bold proclamation of the gospel message while relaying final greetings.
As an ongoing spiritual war takes place, the Apostle Paul exhorts the Ephesians to pray for a bold proclamation of the gospel message while relaying final greetings.
In a difficult and often over-exaggerated section of Ephesians, the Apostle Paul gives the early Christians a final word to stand strong against the attacks of the enemy. In this message, we will examine just eight verses, and consider the war we are in and what our proper response can be.
While submission may not be the most welcome idea in our current culture, it provides a window into the life of a follower of Jesus. In this message, we continue to walk through Ephesians and the call to live a life in the Spirit demonstrated by mutual submission.
While submission may not be the most welcome idea in our current culture, it provides a window into the life of a follower of Jesus. In this message, we continue to walk through Ephesians and the call to live a life in the Spirit demonstrated by mutual submission.
We tread lightly as we close out Ephesians 5 and explore one of the more difficult sections of the letter thus far.
We tread lightly as we close out Ephesians 5 and explore one of the more difficult sections of the letter thus far.
The language of the two paths becomes a dominant feature of Ephesians and this week we explore what Jesus meant by the two paths, selfless vs. selfish love, and the contrast of light vs. dark.
The language of the two paths becomes a dominant feature of Ephesians and this week we explore what Jesus meant by the two paths, selfless vs. selfish love, and the contrast of light vs. dark.
In this seventh message of our series, we explore the closing verses of Ephesians 4 and hear an ancient theme echoed in a modern challenge.
In this seventh message of our series, we explore the closing verses of Ephesians 4 and hear an ancient theme echoed in a modern challenge.
In part 6 of our series Paul charges his audience (and us today) to live into our identities as the loved, chosen, and known ones. Join as we discover a biblical framework for maturity and the path towards a life of maturity in Christ.
In part 6 of our series Paul charges his audience (and us today) to live into our identities as the loved, chosen, and known ones. Join as we discover a biblical framework for maturity and the path towards a life of maturity in Christ.
We've reached the halfway point in our study of the letter of Ephesians. Halfway through this letter Paul stops to pray out of a response of all that God has done. Paul's desire was for the church in Ephesus to know & experience the love and power that comes from God. God's desire is for you to be rooted in Him and for Christ to make his home in our hearts. Will you surrender and know him in prayer?
In a unique and personal section of Ephesians 3, the apostle Paul helps his early audience understand how to think through complex issues. While this passage doesn’t have any direct commands to obey it presents an incredible example to follow.
In a unique and personal section of Ephesians 3, the apostle Paul helps his early audience understand how to think through complex issues. While this passage doesn’t have any direct commands to obey it presents an incredible example to follow.
What if the cross did more than just provide a way for us to be made right with God again? What if it also provided a way for us to be made right with the people in our lives? In this message, we close out Ephesians chapter two as we read, reflect, and respond to the word of God.
In this message we see how God's solution to a universal problem transforms our old condition into a brand new position.
In this message we see how God's solution to a universal problem transforms our old condition into a brand new position.
Our fall kickoff begins with a dive into the first chapter of Ephesians. We unpack God’s ultimate design, our ultimate treasure, and a challenge to consider what we have yet to surrender to the lordship of King Jesus.
As we conclude our series, The Harvest, we look closely at Matthew 9:37-38 and explore the areas of our faith where we might find our unbelief.
We slow down in this message and unpack a single verse. Going slow through the word of God allows us to consider how the density of a passage can lead us to a greater understanding of God’s heart towards humanity while, at the same time, challenging us to re-examine how we are leading others.
The language of 'the harvest' is used throughout the Scriptures and is regularly used by Jesus. In this new series, we are challenged to consider the example Jesus sets for us and find a simple practice with a significant impact.
The language of 'the harvest' is used throughout the Scriptures and is regularly used by Jesus. In this new series, we are challenged to consider the example Jesus sets for us and find a simple practice with a significant impact.
Today, we have a special guest, Brice Wurdeman. Brice serves as the Intercultural Studies Director at Ozark Christian College, and in this message, he walks us through what it means to trust God with your story.
Today, we have a special guest, Brice Wurdeman. Brice serves as the Intercultural Studies Director at Ozark Christian College, and in this message, he walks us through what it means to trust God with your story.
As we conclude our series, we explore a controversial passage and wrestle through the danger of what we are neglecting.
Here are a few of the questions we answer in this week's message - what are we focused on right now? What are we stirring up? How can we encourage others to love and live like Jesus?
Amid life's most difficult circumstances, we can fall victim to a loss of hope. There are many challenging obstacles to a life of faith and often very few answers to help us make sense of it all. As we explore Hebrews 10:23, we glimpse how God may be calling us to a renewed sense of hope.
Amid life's most difficult circumstances, we can fall victim to a loss of hope. There are many challenging obstacles to a life of faith and often very few answers to help us make sense of it all. As we explore Hebrews 10:23, we glimpse how God may be calling us to a renewed sense of hope.
Have you ever thought about what it means to be in a "relationship" with God? What does it look like, should I care? Join us as we talk about what God has done so we can be in a relationship with Him, and about what he invites us to do in this relationship.
Have you ever thought about what it means to be in a "relationship" with God? What does it look like, should I care? Join us as we talk about what God has done so we can be in a relationship with Him, and about what he invites us to do in this relationship.
The author of Hebrews makes the case throughout this letter that Jesus is greater than all that has come before him. If he really is greater than the old covenant, animal sacrifices, the prophets, etc - then what does that mean for me today? Because of Jesus's blood, we can enter into God's presence.
The author of Hebrews makes the case throughout this letter that Jesus is greater than all that has come before him. If he really is greater than the old covenant, animal sacrifices, the prophets, etc - then what does that mean for me today? Because of Jesus's blood, we can enter into God's presence.
Have you ever questioned whether or not you have a place in God's story? Join us in the final part of our series Meaningful Mistakes as we explore the story of Rahab, who looks for answers to one of humanities most common questions.
Have you ever questioned whether or not you have a place in God's story? Join us in the final part of our series Meaningful Mistakes as we explore the story of Rahab, who looks for answers to one of humanities most common questions.
In part 6 of our series, we walk through Hebrews 11:29-30 and visit portions of Israel's exodus from Egypt and entrance into Canaan. The nation of Israel was remembered for its great faith, but we explore what great mistakes they made along the way and uncover why the application of these passages is so urgent for us today.
In part 6 of our series, we walk through Hebrews 11:29-30 and visit portions of Israel's exodus from Egypt and entrance into Canaan. The nation of Israel was remembered for its great faith, but we explore what great mistakes they made along the way and uncover why the application of these passages is so urgent for us today.
Moses gets the most 'by faith' treatment in Hebrews 11. This week we unpack why that is and how it relates to our daily life.
Moses gets the most 'by faith' treatment in Hebrews 11. This week we unpack why that is and how it relates to our daily life.
Have you ever considered what later generations might say about the life you have lived? In this week’s message, we explore not only what the text says but how it says it. The design patterns found in Hebrews 11 give us an important insight into some practical ways we can be more intentional in our faith.
Have you ever considered what later generations might say about the life you have lived? In this week’s message, we explore not only what the text says but how it says it. The design patterns found in Hebrews 11 give us an important insight into some practical ways we can be more intentional in our faith.
Have you ever struggled with the negative voices surrounding your mistakes or failed to see how God can use your failures to bless others? In this week's message, we explore the mistakes of one of the heroes of the faith - Isaac.
Have you ever struggled with the negative voices surrounding your mistakes or failed to see how God can use your failures to bless others? In this week's message, we explore the mistakes of one of the heroes of the faith - Isaac.
What are the key moments in your life? Abraham went by faith when God called him to go, he trusted God would provide a son through Sarah, and he surrendered his son, Isaac, to God. Even though he made mistakes along the way, God was still faithful, even though Abraham wasn’t. His mistakes don’t define his story, they’re just a part of God’s redemptive work in his life.
What are the key moments in your life? Abraham went by faith when God called him to go, he trusted God would provide a son through Sarah, and he surrendered his son, Isaac, to God. Even though he made mistakes along the way, God was still faithful, even though Abraham wasn’t. His mistakes don’t define his story, they’re just a part of God’s redemptive work in his life.
Life is often a mixture of joys and sorrows, love and heartache, important decisions, and embarrassing mistakes. The strange beauty of those realities lies not in our mistakes but in the God who redeems them and will ultimately use them for His purpose. The big question we answer in this 7 part series is how we let those mistakes become meaningful.
Life is often a mixture of joys and sorrows, love and heartache, important decisions, and embarrassing mistakes. The strange beauty of those realities lies not in our mistakes but in the God who redeems them and will ultimately use them for His purpose. The big question we answer in this 7 part series is how we let those mistakes become meaningful.
What do you do with the tension of living in between the life Jesus is inviting you into and the reality of the worries life throws at you? Join us as we listen to Jesus address this tension many of us find ourselves in.
What do you do with the tension of living in between the life Jesus is inviting you into and the reality of the worries life throws at you? Join us as we listen to Jesus address this tension many of us find ourselves in.
Some of the most radical and influential teachings of Jesus often go overlooked and underemphasized. In this message, we examine how Jesus confronted the human desire for power, stature, and prominence.
Some of the most radical and influential teachings of Jesus often go overlooked and underemphasized. In this message, we examine how Jesus confronted the human desire for power, stature, and prominence.
In a special message from Randy Gariss, we are challenged to consider some of the most shocking teaching of Jesus.
In a special message from Randy Gariss, we are challenged to consider some of the most shocking teaching of Jesus.
What impact did the death and resurrection of Jesus have on the spiritual realm? In this week’s message, we explore Colossians 2 and discover how the power of the cross extends beyond the earthly realm.
What impact did the death and resurrection of Jesus have on the spiritual realm? In this week’s message, we explore Colossians 2 and discover how the power of the cross extends beyond the earthly realm.
On this Resurrection Sunday we explore the mystery of how doubt surrounded Jesus’ resurrection and discover what we believe is grounded in why we believe.
On this Resurrection Sunday we explore the mystery of how doubt surrounded Jesus’ resurrection and discover what we believe is grounded in why we believe.
In this special candlelight Good Friday service we center our hearts and thoughts on the paradox of the cross.
In this special candlelight Good Friday service we center our hearts and thoughts on the paradox of the cross.
Jesus endured a total of six trials. In each of them, there is something to be learned and applied. In this second part of our series, 'Accused,' we examine how Jesus responded to a wrongful arrest, condemning accusations, physical brutality, and shameful mockery.
Jesus endured a total of six trials. In each of them, there is something to be learned and applied. In this second part of our series, 'Accused,' we examine how Jesus responded to a wrongful arrest, condemning accusations, physical brutality, and shameful mockery.
As we officially begin our preparation for Resurrection Sunday, we kick off a new series and explore the accusations and trials of Jesus.
As we officially begin our preparation for Resurrection Sunday, we kick off a new series and explore the accusations and trials of Jesus.
In our series conclusion, we explore how the earliest followers of Jesus understood and applied the holiness of God to their current circumstances and lives.
In our series conclusion, we explore how the earliest followers of Jesus understood and applied the holiness of God to their current circumstances and lives.
In part three of our series ‘Speechless’, we unpack how the language of holiness was used in connection to Jesus and find some practical ways to apply some important truths.
In part three of our series ‘Speechless’, we unpack how the language of holiness was used in connection to Jesus and find some practical ways to apply some important truths.
In our new series, ‘Speechless’, we explore the idea of holiness. Today we’re exploring the pinnacle of holiness in the Bible, and it reveals God’s character and call for our worship and lives.
In our new series, ‘Speechless’, we explore the idea of holiness. Today we’re exploring the pinnacle of holiness in the Bible, and it reveals God’s character and call for our worship and lives.
In our new series, ‘Speechless’, we explore the idea of holiness. This first message shows where it is first used in the Bible and what it is combined with, which creates a quite unusual but helpful application.
In our new series, ‘Speechless’, we explore the idea of holiness. This first message shows where it is first used in the Bible and what it is combined with, which creates a quite unusual but helpful application.
There is a lot to learn and apply in the conclusion of our series "Unexpected Invitations." We listen to the unique invitation of Jesus to one of His most ardent opponents and learn how our life's story can become our platform for pointing others to Jesus.
There is a lot to learn and apply in the conclusion of our series "Unexpected Invitations." We listen to the unique invitation of Jesus to one of His most ardent opponents and learn how our life's story can become our platform for pointing others to Jesus.
Some of the most important invitations are the unexpected ones. As we begin a new series, we discover some unique applications from the invitations Jesus gave to those who would become His earliest followers.
Some of the most important invitations are the unexpected ones. As we begin a new series, we discover some unique applications from the invitations Jesus gave to those who would become His earliest followers.
Some of the most important invitations are the unexpected ones. As we begin a new series, we discover some unique applications from the invitations Jesus gave to those who would become His earliest followers.
Some of the most important invitations are the unexpected ones. As we begin a new series, we discover some unique applications from the invitations Jesus gave to those who would become His earliest followers.
Everyone has some form of a definition of what it means to follow Jesus. This week's message focuses on redefining what it means to follow Jesus according to His earliest followers, and how the simplicity of becoming childlike in our response to Him can transform our lives today.
Everyone has some form of a definition of what it means to follow Jesus. This week's message focuses on redefining what it means to follow Jesus according to His earliest followers, and how the simplicity of becoming childlike in our response to Him can transform our lives today.
With such diversity in thought, belief, and response to Jesus, it's no wonder there is such confusion about what it means to be one of His followers. This week's message centers on how Jesus would define what it meant to be His follower and what it means for us today.
With such diversity in thought, belief, and response to Jesus, it's no wonder there is such confusion about what it means to be one of His followers. This week's message centers on how Jesus would define what it meant to be His follower and what it means for us today.
If we have redefined sin according to a biblical worldview – then what happens next? For all the talk about sin in the bible, there are some shocking connections made by Jesus and some of his earliest followers. In part two of this series, we will discover what we can expect to find when we confront the sin in our own lives.
If we have redefined sin according to a biblical worldview – then what happens next? For all the talk about sin in the bible, there are some shocking connections made by Jesus and some of his earliest followers. In part two of this series, we will discover what we can expect to find when we confront the sin in our own lives.
We live in one of the most significant moments in modern history. Our daily lives are bombarded with constant disruptions which have led to seismic shifts in our world, culture, and lives. The good news is these disruptions and shifts have revealed some of our most important underlying issues. In this first message of our new series “Redefined,” we unpack what lies at the core of these underlying issues.
We live in one of the most significant moments in modern history. Our daily lives are bombarded with constant disruptions which have led to seismic shifts in our world, culture, and lives. The good news is these disruptions and shifts have revealed some of our most important underlying issues. In this first message of our new series “Redefined,” we unpack what lies at the core of these underlying issues.
God doesn’t want to just give us a better life to start the New Year, he wants to give us a new life. This week we’ll explore Jesus’ teachings on where this new life comes from and what we’re called to do.
God doesn’t want to just give us a better life to start the New Year, he wants to give us a new life. This week we’ll explore Jesus’ teachings on where this new life comes from and what we’re called to do.
The first New Year celebration was established by God for his people to remember and celebrate his salvation from captivity and his supremacy over all creation. But somewhere down the line, we made it more about the behavior of celebrating than the Person we’re worshiping. Through Jesus’ New Year celebrations we learn that God is more concerned about who we believe him to be than he is about what we do for him.
Following the example of Christ’s humility isn’t always easy, but it is certainly worth it. Join us in the final week of our series as we explore the many reasons pursuing a life of humility can transform your faith (and others’).
Following the example of Christ’s humility isn’t always easy, but it is certainly worth it. Join us in the final week of our series as we explore the many reasons pursuing a life of humility can transform your faith (and others’).
In a special Christmas Eve message we explore why we don’t give gifts to Jesus on His birthday.
This week we get a glimpse into the design pattern of Philippians 2 and discover how our humility is in direct proportion to the supremacy of Jesus in our daily life.
This week we get a glimpse into the design pattern of Philippians 2 and discover how our humility is in direct proportion to the supremacy of Jesus in our daily life.
At the heart of the Christmas story is an overlooked example of how we can live out our faith in relation to others. In part two of our current series, Bradley helps us to learn from the example of Jesus and pushes us towards day-to-day application.
At the heart of the Christmas story is an overlooked example of how we can live out our faith in relation to others. In part two of our current series, Bradley helps us to learn from the example of Jesus and pushes us towards day-to-day application.
The central theme of the Christmas story is the profound reality that God chose to enter into humanity. The often-overlooked truth to this reality is that He calls us to do the same for the lives of those around us. The question we answer in the first part of our new Christmas series is how do we enter in?
The central theme of the Christmas story is the profound reality that God chose to enter into humanity. The often-overlooked truth to this reality is that He calls us to do the same for the lives of those around us. The question we answer in the first part of our new Christmas series is how do we enter in?
In the last message of this short two-part series, we unpack the last two temptations that Jesus faced and find practical application for how we can utilize God’s word in our everyday life.
In this first message of our new series, we focus on spiritual habits and explore how we can utilize and apply the Word of God to everyday life.
In this first message of our new series, we focus on spiritual habits and explore how we can utilize and apply the Word of God to everyday life.
As we conclude our series "Beyond our Walls," Matt Proctor, President of Ozark Christian College, caps off our Missions Homecoming weekend with a significant challenge and an important message about the difference just one life can make.
As we conclude our series "Beyond our Walls," Matt Proctor, President of Ozark Christian College, caps off our Missions Homecoming weekend with a significant challenge and an important message about the difference just one life can make.
In this special message, Lance Tamerius, director of the Christian Campus House, helps us see the motivations of the Apostle Paul can help us see a new perspective on what could motivate us.
In this special message, Lance Tamerius, director of the Christian Campus House, helps us see the motivations of the Apostle Paul can help us see a new perspective on what could motivate us.
We have established what our mission is - we are sent to make disciples empowered by the Holy Spirit. Now the question is, how do we go about doing that?
We have established what our mission is - we are sent to make disciples empowered by the Holy Spirit. Now the question is, how do we go about doing that?
Moments before Jesus ascended back to heaven, He invited His followers to a new mission. Our new series pushes us into what that mission is, how we are to carry it out, and its impact when we do.
Moments before Jesus ascended back to heaven, He invited His followers to a new mission. Our new series pushes us into what that mission is, how we are to carry it out, and its impact when we do.
The New Testament teaching about baptism helps us to see God’s heart for unity with His people and for His people. In this closing message we examine the majority of New Testament passages that mention baptism and we explore some important warnings that are often overlooked.
The New Testament teaching about baptism helps us to see God’s heart for unity with His people and for His people. In this closing message we examine the majority of New Testament passages that mention baptism and we explore some important warnings that are often overlooked.
What takes place in the waters of baptism? Is it just a response or is something happened beyond the water? In our baptism, we’re united with Christ in death and life, which sets us free from our sin.
What takes place in the waters of baptism? Is it just a response or is something happened beyond the water? In our baptism, we’re united with Christ in death and life, which sets us free from our sin.
Why does the word baptism cause so much confusion and division? What was created by God to bring unity has been the source of division for thousands of years, but are we any closer to answering the question of why? Our new series pushes us into the New Testament teaching about baptism and provides a way forward to bring unity back to the discussion.
Why does the word baptism cause so much confusion and division? What was created by God to bring unity has been the source of division for thousands of years, but are we any closer to answering the question of why? Our new series pushes us into the New Testament teaching about baptism and provides a way forward to bring unity back to the discussion.
As we conclude our series a challenge emerges – with all the definitions of the church in the New Testament how do we move from going to “church” to being the “church?”
As we conclude our series a challenge emerges – with all the definitions of the church in the New Testament how do we move from going to “church” to being the “church?”
This week we explore how both the Old and New Testaments use the language of God’s people being a bride.
This week we explore how both the Old and New Testaments use the language of God’s people being a bride.
Why did the New Testament authors use different definitions of the “Church?” In this week’s message, we see how our definitions define our roles.
Why did the New Testament authors use different definitions of the “Church?” In this week’s message, we see how our definitions define our roles.
What did the New Testament authors mean when they wrote about the church being the temple of God? Join us as we discover a major theme of God's heart and design for His people.
What did the New Testament authors mean when they wrote about the church being the temple of God? Join us as we discover a major theme of God's heart and design for His people.
Join us in part one of our new teaching series "Beyond 52" as we search the scriptures for God's design and desire for His church.
Join us in part one of our new teaching series "Beyond 52" as we search the scriptures for God's design and desire for His church.
At the conclusion of our series, we explore one of the most challenging aspects of our identity - our past. We all have things in our past we are not proud of. Things we wish had never happened to us and things we wish we had never done. The good news is our past doesn't have to define our future. In this final message, we see how Jesus makes it possible to find freedom from the past.
At the conclusion of our series, we explore one of the most challenging aspects of our identity - our past. We all have things in our past we are not proud of. Things we wish had never happened to us and things we wish we had never done. The good news is our past doesn't have to define our future. In this final message, we see how Jesus makes it possible to find freedom from the past.
Have you ever asked or wondered, "If God loves us not because of things we do, and He has promised to forgive us of all our sins, can't we just do whatever we want and then just ask for His forgiveness?" That is an excellent question with a surprising answer that we explore in this week's message.
Have you ever asked or wondered, "If God loves us not because of things we do, and He has promised to forgive us of all our sins, can't we just do whatever we want and then just ask for His forgiveness?" That is an excellent question with a surprising answer that we explore in this week's message.
There is no lack of things to learn and no shortage of information to consume. But does information always transfer into application? In this message, we are challenged by Romans 6:12-14 with some practical application about dealing with the sin in our life.
There is no lack of things to learn and no shortage of information to consume. But does information always transfer into application? In this message, we are challenged by Romans 6:12-14 with some practical application about dealing with the sin in our life.
With the nearly 7,000 words we speak a day, how many of them positively impact those around you? Of all the words spoken to you (or about you) how many have shaped how you see yourself? How many of those words have in some way shaped our identity. As we begin a new series, we study Romans 6 and open ourselves to who God considers us to be.
With the nearly 7,000 words we speak a day, how many of them positively impact those around you? Of all the words spoken to you (or about you) how many have shaped how you see yourself? How many of those words have in some way shaped our identity. As we begin a new series, we study Romans 6 and open ourselves to who God considers us to be.
How we spend our time is an important topic for Jesus. When he was asked about the time and signs of his return, he redirected everyone's attention to how we wait, not the date. As we conclude our series 'Waiting Well', we discover some practical applications for waiting well.
How we spend our time is an important topic for Jesus. When he was asked about the time and signs of his return, he redirected everyone's attention to how we wait, not the date. As we conclude our series 'Waiting Well', we discover some practical applications for waiting well.
What does it look like for your faith to stand on its own? Join us as we discover another way that we can wait well in anticipation of Jesus' return.
Jesus tells a parable about two servants: one faithful, one evil. When he returns, we will be found as one or the other and rewarded accordingly. Listen in to discover which servant you have more in common with and why it might not be the one you thought. Are you being faithful?
Jesus tells a parable about two servants: one faithful, one evil. When he returns, we will be found as one or the other and rewarded accordingly. Listen in to discover which servant you have more in common with and why it might not be the one you thought. Are you being faithful?
We believe that Jesus is coming back. The times and dates may be unknown, but what we do know is that we are told to be ready for His return. Are you ready? What in your life is distracting you from remaining in Him?
We believe that Jesus is coming back. The times and dates may be unknown, but what we do know is that we are told to be ready for His return. Are you ready? What in your life is distracting you from remaining in Him?
When we hear the word investment, we can quickly think of finance, the stock market, and retirement funds. But, have you ever considered what investments you are making into your relationship with God are? As we finish our new series, we consider what can we do today that will result in others getting help and God getting glory?
When we hear the word investment, we can quickly think of finance, the stock market, and retirement funds. But, have you ever considered what investments you are making into your relationship with God are? As we finish our new series, we consider what can we do today that will result in others getting help and God getting glory?
When we hear the word investment, we can quickly think of finance, the stock market, and retirement funds. But, have you ever considered what investments you are making into your relationship with God are? As we begin our new series, we will spend two weeks exploring the importance of reconsidering our investment strategy.
When we hear the word investment, we can quickly think of finance, the stock market, and retirement funds. But, have you ever considered what investments you are making into your relationship with God are? As we begin our new series, we will spend two weeks exploring the importance of reconsidering our investment strategy.
What seems urgent in your life right no w? Is it a relationship, something at work, maybe a health crisis, or a financial hurdle? We all encounter life circumstances that give us a sense of urgency about something, but is there anything going on in your life that has created a spiritual sense of urgency? This week we explore how important a spiritual sense of urgency can be, not only in our own lives but in the lives of others.
What seems urgent in your life right now? Is it a relationship, something at work, maybe a health crisis, or a financial hurdle? We all encounter life circumstances that give us a sense of urgency about something, but is there anything going on in your life that has created a spiritual sense of urgency? This week we explore how important a spiritual sense of urgency can be, not only in our own lives but in the lives of others.
There is a lot of talk in our modern culture about alternative lifestyles. For followers of Jesus, we are called to live a different lifestyle. But what exactly does that mean, and how is that different from everyone else? Join us for part six in our current series as we answer these challenging questions.
There is a lot of talk in our modern culture about alternative lifestyles. For followers of Jesus, we are called to live a different lifestyle. But what exactly does that mean, and how is that different from everyone else? Join us for part six in our current series as we answer these challenging questions.
It is never a bad idea to look in the mirror and ask yourself, "What am I motivated by?" Join us as we discover the difference in motives between followers of Jesus and the rest of the world.
It is never a bad idea to look in the mirror and ask yourself, "What am I motivated by?" Join us as we discover the difference in motives between followers of Jesus and the rest of the world.
Some passages are harder than others to understand, while some are harder than others to apply. This Sunday, we will unpack a section of 2 Timothy and see why picking and choosing what parts of the Scripture to apply and not apply can be so deadly (I know that sounds dramatic, but nonetheless true).
Some passages are harder than others to understand, while some are harder than others to apply. This Sunday, we will unpack a section of 2 Timothy and see why picking and choosing what parts of the Scripture to apply and not apply can be so deadly (I know that sounds dramatic, but nonetheless true).
If you had to list your top three expectations of followers of Jesus were, what would you say? Is it about what you believe, what you do, some combination of both? In this message, we see some unique expectations emerge from our passage in 2 Timothy and see why rethinking our expectations matters.
Have you ever been asked, “What do you believe about what you believe? In this week’s message, we will look at the closing verses of the first chapter in 2 Timothy and be challenged to consider three things that are different about what we believe about what we believe.
Have you ever been asked, “What do you believe about what you believe? In this week’s message, we will look at the closing verses of the first chapter in 2 Timothy and be challenged to consider three things that are different about what we believe about what we believe.
As we begin a new series, we will be going verse-by-verse through 2 Timothy exploring how being a follower of Jesus looks different from everyone else. In this first message, we will see that the difference we want to see in our life starts with the difference God wants to see in our faith.
God desires for all of us to grow and produce fruit. But why? And how can we grow in our connection to Him? Join us as we explore the many steps we can take to live in connection to Him.
God desires for all of us to grow and produce fruit. But why? And how can we grow in our connection to Him? Join us as we explore the many steps we can take to live in connection to Him.
In our series finale, we see what the scriptures reveal about the tree of life and how its impact on our daily life may surprise you. This practical conclusion explores the importance of how we choose to live in between the trees.
In our series finale, we see what the scriptures reveal about the tree of life and how its impact on our daily life may surprise you. This practical conclusion explores the importance of how we choose to live in between the trees.
In this special Easter message Bradley challenges us to consider how the resurrection applies to our daily lives and explores where the evidence for the resurrection is today.
In this special Easter message Bradley challenges us to consider how the resurrection applies to our daily lives and explores where the evidence for the resurrection is today.
What if sin is more than a series of indiscretions deserving judgment? Our sin introduces us into a relationship with death where the effects are far more invasive than we think. Life in the shadow of the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil leads us only into darkness. But God refuses to leave us there. Join us as we study God’s response to our choice to unite with death instead of Life.
What if sin is more than a series of indiscretions deserving judgment? Our sin introduces us into a relationship with death where the effects are far more invasive than we think. Life in the shadow of the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil leads us only into darkness. But God refuses to leave us there. Join us as we study God’s response to our choice to unite with death instead of Life.
In Genesis, we see God creating everything we know into existence. He created Adam & Eve in His image and He gave them a choice. Choose life in the garden, or choose the forbidden fruit and be united with death. We too face this same choice everyday of our lives - united with God and what He provides or united to death in sin. Humanity’s relationship with sin started at a tree…but it’s not the only tree in our story.
In Genesis, we see God creating everything we know into existence. He created Adam & Eve in His image and He gave them a choice. Choose life in the garden, or choose the forbidden fruit and be united with death. We too face this same choice everyday of our lives - united with God and what He provides or united to death in sin. Humanity’s relationship with sin started at a tree…but it’s not the only tree in our story.
In the series finale of "When God Doesn't," we tackle one of the more difficult components of God's sovereignty - God's judgment.
In the series finale of "When God Doesn't," we tackle one of the more difficult components of God's sovereignty - God's judgment.
At some point in life, we will ask at least one of these two questions, "What did I do to deserve this?" or "What can I do to get out of this?" While these questions might come naturally for us in the middle of life's difficult circumstances, they might be preventing us from finding lasting value and meaning in our life. Join us this week as we continue to ask hard questions and explore a challenging passage.
At some point in life, we will ask at least one of these two questions, "What did I do to deserve this?" or "What can I do to get out of this?" While these questions might come naturally for us in the middle of life's difficult circumstances, they might be preventing us from finding lasting value and meaning in our life. Join us this week as we continue to ask hard questions and explore a challenging passage.
If God is in control, then why do things seem so out of control? That is an excellent question with an important answer, and it's the heart of this third message in our series "When God Doesn't."
If God is in control, then why do things seem so out of control? That is an excellent question with an important answer, and it's the heart of this third message in our series "When God Doesn't."
What do you do when God doesn't answer your prayers? What do you do when God doesn't intervene in the way you had expected? What do you do when God doesn't...? This week we explore a simple and easy way to examine the sovereignty of God and find its practical application to every day life.
What do you do when God doesn't answer your prayers? What do you do when God doesn't intervene in the way you had expected? What do you do when God doesn't...? This week we explore a simple and easy way to examine the sovereignty of God and find its practical application to every day life.
What do you do when God doesn't answer your prayers? What do you do when God doesn't intervene in the way you had expected? What do you do when God doesn't...? In our new series we explore these questions and more.
What do you do when God doesn't answer your prayers? What do you do when God doesn't intervene in the way you had expected? What do you do when God doesn't...? In our new series we explore these questions and more.
Recognizing the changes God desires for us is one thing, putting them into practice is another. Join us as we discover the environment God has created to help us continually grow in our obedience to Him.
Recognizing the changes God desires for us is one thing, putting them into practice is another. Join us as we discover the environment God has created to help us continually grow in our obedience to Him.
A change we see all followers of Jesus make throughout Scripture has become the point of many divisions in the Church today. But we don't believe it needs to be. Join us this Sunday as we dig into what Scripture describes as a beautiful mystery of participating in Christ's death, burial and resurrection.
A change we see all followers of Jesus make throughout Scripture has become the point of many divisions in the Church today. But we don't believe it needs to be. Join us this Sunday as we dig into what Scripture describes as a beautiful mystery of participating in Christ's death, burial and resurrection.
Some changes in our life are completely optional and some are necessary. Knowing which is which is often the challenge. In today's message we explore some helpful passages and learn the meaning of a word rarely used and practiced. It might be the necessary change God is wanting to make in your life today.
Some changes in our life are completely optional and some are necessary. Knowing which is which is often the challenge. In today's message we explore some helpful passages and learn the meaning of a word rarely used and practiced. It might be the necessary change God is wanting to make in your life today.
How would you describe faith? Is it something we believe in, something we have, or something we do? How does faith find its way into our daily lives? These questions and more we answer in today's message.
How would you describe faith? Is it something we believe in, something we have, or something we do? How does faith find its way into our daily lives? These questions and more we answer in today's message.
Have you ever wondered why so many people use the word "faith" to describe what they believe? If you had to explain your understanding of faith, what words would you use? In today's message, Bradley explores the New Testament's primary usage of the word "faith" and draws application in three main areas.
Have you ever wondered why so many people use the word "faith" to describe what they believe? If you had to explain your understanding of faith, what words would you use? In today's message, Bradley explores the New Testament's primary usage of the word "faith" and draws application in three main areas.
How do you respond when confronted with change? Are you nervous? Anxious? Excited? Whether you’ve been going to church your entire life or have never been to church before, we believe that God has something in your life that he wants to transform in 2021. What necessary change is God wanting to make in my life in 2021?
How do you respond when confronted with change? Are you nervous? Anxious? Excited? Whether you’ve been going to church your entire life or have never been to church before, we believe that God has something in your life that he wants to transform in 2021. What necessary change is God wanting to make in my life in 2021?
In a year where few things were our choice, God gives us a choice every day. We’ll talk about what that choice is and how this choice impacts the lives of those around us. Join us as we walk through the end of Romans to see how this choice could be further reaching than we ever thought possible.
In a year where few things were our choice, God gives us a choice every day. We’ll talk about what that choice is and how this choice impacts the lives of those around us. Join us as we walk through the end of Romans to see how this choice could be further reaching than we ever thought possible.
Christmas season. This week we explore the connection of Leviticus to the manger, and its impact on our daily life might surprise you.
Christmas season. This week we explore the connection of Leviticus to the manger, and its impact on our daily life might surprise you.
How do God's choices impact your life? That might sound like a strange question, but it's one that might have a more significant influence on your day-to-day life than you think. Join us this week as we unpack the early chapters of Genesis and explore some of God's first choices.
We begin our new Christmas series focused on how God's choices impact humanity and can reorient our choices for the better. In our first message, we ask the question - "What were the biblical authors communicating when they choose to introduce Jesus in such a unique way?"
We begin our new Christmas series focused on how God's choices impact humanity and can reorient our choices for the better. In our first message, we ask the question - "What were the biblical authors communicating when they choose to introduce Jesus in such a unique way?"
We all have spiritual habits; they might not necessarily be good ones, though. In conclusion to our series, we consider what the next steps might be possible if the prayer Jesus gave his disciples became a regular part of our daily lives.
We all have spiritual habits; they might not necessarily be good ones, though. In conclusion to our series, we consider what the next steps might be possible if the prayer Jesus gave his disciples became a regular part of our daily lives.
In what is known as the most challenging section of the Lord's Prayer, in this message, we will explore the language used and its connection to the whole of Scripture.
In what is known as the most challenging section of the Lord's Prayer, in this message, we will explore the language used and its connection to the whole of Scripture.
What does humility practically look like in our prayers? Join us this week as we seek to find that very answer.
As we kick off a brand new series we discover the importance of establishing spiritual habits and the foundation with which we should pray.
As we kick off a brand new series we discover the importance of establishing spiritual habits and the foundation with which we should pray.
How do citizens of heaven live as citizens of America? As we conclude our series we will learn from the life and teaching of Jesus, ask the big question, and walk away with some practical application.
How do citizens of heaven live as citizens of America? This week we continue to explore three controversial passages and unpack their practical application, which may be something we don't necessarily agree with or want to apply.
How do citizens of heaven live as citizens of America? This week we continue to explore three controversial passages and unpack their practical application, which may be something we don't necessarily agree with or want to apply.
How do citizens of heaven live as citizens of America? This week we explore three controversial passages with one universal theme and command.
How do citizens of heaven live as citizens of America? This week we explore three controversial passages with one universal theme and command.
Before we can talk about what it means to be a follower of Jesus and a citizen of the USA, we’re going to talk about what it means that we have a heavenly citizenship.
Before we can talk about what it means to be a follower of Jesus and a citizen of the USA, we’re going to talk about what it means that we have a heavenly citizenship.
As we close out the series we tackle a controversial topic for many - what is the right definition and practice of worship?
As we close out the series we tackle a controversial topic for many - what is the right definition and practice of worship?
We are all generous towards someone, usually it's just towards ourselves. This week we look at the tragic flaw in WWJD (What Would Jesus Do) and discover how we can all become rich.
We are all generous towards someone, usually it's just towards ourselves. This week we look at the tragic flaw in WWJD (What Would Jesus Do) and discover how we can all become rich.
One of the most undetected and spiritually dangerous symptoms in Christianity is spiritual apathy. In this message, we explore the signs of spiritual apathy and the practical solutions to move from spiritual apathy to spiritual abundance.
One of the most undetected and spiritually dangerous symptoms in Christianity is spiritual apathy. In this message, we explore the signs of spiritual apathy and the practical solutions to move from spiritual apathy to spiritual abundance.
Discover what God has been undoing in all our lives for the past 6 months and why we need to let Him. It’s the key to having hope in the midst of uncertainty.
Discover what God has been undoing in all our lives for the past 6 months and why we need to let Him. It’s the key to having hope in the midst of uncertainty.
Hypocrisy is one of the greatest barriers to others coming to know Jesus and it is present in just about all of us. Join us as we ask the question, “is there an alternative to hypocrisy?
Hypocrisy is one of the greatest barriers to others coming to know Jesus and it is present in just about all of us. Join us as we ask the question, “is there an alternative to hypocrisy?
As we conclude our series ‘Family Matters,’ we are confronted with one of the most difficult teachings of Jesus. Its application into our lives has the potential to change every relationship we are in and in today’s message we will be challenged to do more than just listen.
As we conclude our series ‘Family Matters,’ we are confronted with one of the most difficult teachings of Jesus. Its application into our lives has the potential to change every relationship we are in and in today’s message we will be challenged to do more than just listen.
Today we explore an interesting question - who is our family according to Jesus? The answer will help us to see another important way we can lead out spiritually in our families.
Today we explore an interesting question - who is our family according to Jesus? The answer will help us to see another important way we can lead out spiritually in our families.
We all have reasons for not leading out spiritually in our lives and relationships. This week as we explore Ephesians 4:1-3 we will tackle the tough issue of what our role is in each of our various families.
We all have reasons for not leading out spiritually in our lives and relationships. This week as we explore Ephesians 4:1-3 we will tackle the tough issue of what our role is in each of our various families.
This series will address the reality that we are called to be spiritual leaders in our relationships, in our homes, in our marriages, with our kids, and in our communities. Each week in this four-part series we will explore four elements that matter in every family, relationship, and community. This week we see the first element that every family needs but rarely has.
This series will address the reality that we are called to be spiritual leaders in our relationships, in our homes, in our marriages, with our kids, and in our communities. Each week in this four-part series we will explore four elements that matter in every family, relationship, and community. This week we see the first element that every family needs but rarely has.
This week as we close out our series "The Motive," we will see what motivated Paul to endure such intense hardship, and you might be surprised to find out what it was.
This week as we close out our series "The Motive," we will see what motivated Paul to endure such intense hardship, and you might be surprised to find out what it was.
Christianity can easily become fixated on ‘what’ God has done. We can become consumed with discussions and debates centered on ‘how’ God has accomplished His work through Jesus. The question we don’t often ask, “What motivates God?” We explore this question and more as we explore Colossians 1:12-22.
Christianity can easily become fixated on ‘what’ God has done. We can become consumed with discussions and debates centered on ‘how’ God has accomplished His work through Jesus. The question we don’t often ask, “What motivates God?” We explore this question and more as we explore Colossians 1:12-22.
Much of what we focus on in life is “what” we are doing and “how” we are doing it. Or “what” is said and “how” it is said. As we start a new series, we will explore the importance of what motivates us and how the “why” behind our lives affects others.
Much of what we focus on in life is “what” we are doing and “how” we are doing it. Or “what” is said and “how” it is said. As we start a new series, we will explore the importance of what motivates us and how the “why” behind our lives affects others.
We’re all in a battle for glory—most of us for our own. In today’s message we’ll take a look at the reason to stop fighting for the credit, and give it the God.
We’re all in a battle for glory—most of us for our own. In today’s message we’ll take a look at the reason to stop fighting for the credit, and give it the God.
Often asking the right questions can help us discover the right answers. The problem for so many of us is that we struggle to ask the right questions.
Often asking the right questions can help us discover the right answers. The problem for so many of us is that we struggle to ask the right questions.
Certain moments in life cause us to pause, take a look around, and try to decide the next step to take. In today’s message we look at one of the most overlooked and important next steps that we can take.
Do the ups and downs of life ever make you question the direction you are headed? If so, join us as we start a brand new series seeking wisdom from the book of Judges.
In our last part of our “Big Church” series, our guest speaker Brice Wurdeman walks us through Acts 2:42-47, where we see the early church being devoted to growth, and how that growth still impacts us today, and calls us to action.
At the climax of the first sermon preached by a follower of Jesus a startling truth was revealed - Jesus was both Lord and Messiah. That truth provoked an interesting response. In today’s message we will unpack that response and see the relevance for our lives today.
In today's message, we see one of the most significant changes that needed to occur in the lives of the people listening to Peter's first sermon. It will also challenge us to consider some spiritual changes that need to happen in our life as well.
In part three of our current series, we explore Peter’s first Gospel sermon and discover the big change that needed to happen to him is a big that might need to happen to us.
Just over 2,000 years ago the disciples along with the rest of Jerusalem were together celebrating the Day of Pentecost. That day, God gave the disciples a big power in the Holy Spirit that did extraordinary things through them. That same power lives in every follower of Jesus today - how does God want to work through your weaknesses to do something extraordinary?
To become a big church there would need to be some big changes and in this 6 part series, we will explore what big things it took to become the Big Church and see how God is still calling us to be His primary agents of big things in the world.
In a special Easter message, we wrestle with the question “Why did God choose an empty tomb to announce the resurrection?”
As we close out our series "The Final Hours," we explore one of the most profound and provocative teachings of Jesus. John 15 is often thought of as the heart of the final teachings of Jesus and in this message we will be challenged to consider some important truths.
As Jesus prepares His disciples for the coming days when He will no longer be in their physical presence, He lays out His plan to remain present with them forever. A plan that is still in motion today.
Once Jesus announced he would soon be leaving, the disciples were left with anxiety and worry about what the future held. In one of His final teachings, Jesus gave to his closest friends a promise they would never forget, and it’s a promise we desperately need today.
In the depth of intimacy, there is always the risk of betrayal. In the final hours of Jesus' life, we see Him extend an undeserved grace to two unlikely characters - the betrayer and the denier.
If you knew you only had 24 hours left to live - how would you spend it? As we begin a new series this week, we unpack how Jesus chose to spend His last hours and what He taught and demonstrated becomes our example to follow.
What version of Christianity do you believe? In the conclusion of our series, "What We Do Know" we tackle that difficult question and discover an answer that might surprise you.
What do you do when the unexpected happens? Do you ask Google? Do you turn to family or friends? Do you ask God? God's will for our lives is to always be joyful, to never stop praying, and to be thankful in all circumstances. But is it really that simple?
In the midst of opposition to our faith it can be so easy to become overwhelmed by questions and uncertainty of how to respond. But what do we know? What can we do when people in our lives are opposed to the faith we proclaim?
When it comes to God, the Bible, Jesus, the church, and faith - we often have more questions than answers. While there is a lot we don't know, in this series we will explore what we do know and explore how it applies to everyday life.
What do you do when the transformation God is doing in you is rejected by the people in your life? We conclude our series by answering that question.
There are many circumstances in life that don't have clear cut answers and being faithful becomes complicated and unclear. How do you know what to do when you don't know what to do? This week we answer that question.
Everyone experiences change but not everyone is transformed by it. This week we explore Acts 9 and discover some practical ways to not only handle change better, but be transformed by it.
If change seems to be one of the only things that never changes why aren't we better at handling it? Today we will explore a few key questions to consider.
It is our natural tendency to resist change. But what if God is using those very changes to not only transform us, but transform the world around us.
Often, during this transitional season from the holidays and old year to the new year, we find ourselves reminiscing about stories of past travel plans gone awry. Take a look as friend and guest speaker Kevin Dooley speaks about a truly crazy travel plan gone awry for Mary and Joseph during Jesus young life.
In the last message of our Christmas series we explore the birth narrative of Jesus from an unusual perspective.
In part two of our Christmas series, we continue to explore the present of God’s presence. This week we look at the importance of examining what our life revolves around.
As we began to move closer and closer to the celebration of Jesus' entrance into this earth, we stop today to explore the powerful reality that Gods presence has been on display since the beginning of creation.
Why is it so important to pursue contentment? Does it really impact anyone other than ourselves? Join us as we search for the answers in Acts 16.
Is it possible to learn contentment? Where are you looking for contentment? This time of year is filled with shopping and deals and presents, maybe instead of trying to find contentment in all our stuff, we can understand that true contentment is found when we live simply and when we give sacrificially. If we can do that, then we are truly able to thrive spiritually.
In a special 'Celebration Sunday' message we explore, not only the source of contentment, but the impact it can have on the world around us.
Contentment is a word we can easily define, but it's not so easy to find. In our new series 'The Content Life' we will see how contentment is not only possible but something that can be contagious.
In our final message of this series, we will see how Jesus never said following Him would be easy. But what did He say we could expect? We will explore that and more in today's message out of John 15.
Today we unpack a provocative teaching of Jesus that challenges us to re-examine what it means to follow him.
Have you ever prioritized introducing others to a set of beliefs over introducing them to a person? Let's explore what Jesus would have for us to do.
There are many wrong ideas and assumptions out there about what Jesus said and did. This brand new series tackles some of those ideas. Today we focus on what Jesus taught about forgiveness and challenges us to rethink some of our assumptions.
As we conclude our 'Arrows' series we will discover our biggest impact can happen in the most unlikely ways.
Many of us are doing things today that are preventing us from becoming who God wants us to be. As we continue to explore Colossians chapter 3 we will see some new targets emerge for our lives.
As imperfect people living towards a new target in life, it's easy to get discouraged. Thankfully, the mistakes we make don't have to define us. In today's message we explore a new way to handle some tough cultural issues.
It's easy to point our finger and blame many of our problems on what others are doing. There are a lot of cultural pressures that make it easy to blame others for the problems we face. In the passage today, we explore another approach to handling the topic and problem of sin.
We all have targets in life. Things we want to accomplish and pursue. There are also three things we have all been given: time, energy, and resources - our arrows in life. In this new series we will explore what targets we are aiming for and what we are firing our arrows at.
What is the greatest barrier to you stepping into the new season of faith God is calling you into? Could it be a lack of reverence and awe for the creator of the universe?
We may all be at different places on our spiritual journey, but how do we take a next step towards the kind of faith God is inviting us in to? This week we explore some practical next steps towards a new season of faith.
This is the time of year when we get excited for the new season approaching. Whether that is the new school season or the change from Summer to Fall - this time of year marks a change for many of us. What about in regards to our faith? What season of faith are you in? Maybe more importantly, what season of faith is God inviting you into? Today we begin a new series that explores those questions and more.
In the last message of our ‘Prove It’ series we will explore one of the most important ways we can see our faith in action and a powerful proof for faith in following Jesus.
Who are you following? John Gives us a warning in chapters 2 and 4 of false teachers that are leading others from truth. They claimed the proof was found somewhere other than in Jesus but we see that through Scripture the proof is found in Christ. He is all we need. You can tell a lot about a person by who they follow.
How often do we overlook the value of being in process and focus instead on how we are failing to be perfect? This week as we explore 1 John 3, we will be challenged again by what evidence there is in the process of following Jesus.
As we continue in our summer study of 1 John, we focus on 3 tough verses that will challenge us to examine some uncomfortable areas of our daily lives.
As we unpack chapter two of 1 John, we will see John's second 'Prove It' statement and hear an old challenge to move beyond our claims of belief and into the evidence we can see in daily life.
There is a connection between what we say we believe and how we live. For many of us, instead of seeing a connection between our faith and our life, there is a disconnection. Our new series will focus on what has us disconnected and how we can create new ways to live out our faith.
Today we explore Mark 4 and the lost discipline of waiting. Today's message comes from a long time member and supported missionary of Forum, Brice Wurdeman.
In the closing message of our Divine Direction series we see what we can do when we are faced with a tough situation or hard decision.
What is greatest barrier that is preventing us from being who God has called us to be? Today we will explore an unlikely character in the book Daniel, who will exemplify to us how a simple shift of focus can change everything.
Have you ever prayed to God for some kind of direction or for an answer to a big question you are wrestling with? How do you know what direction God wants you to go? In this first message of our new series we begin answering that question and others as we consider how we can know God’s divine direction.
In the final message of the "What's Next?" series, we examine the closing verses of Acts chapter 4 and ask the question, What's next for us?
The early church had started in an incredible way, but quickly faced adversity. This sermon deals with overcoming adversity and how to come back from being sidelined.
It is Gods design to use a gospel-centered, Spirit-empowered body of believers to change the world. This message encourages us to center upon the things God desires for us both individually and collectively.
The disciples were waiting for what’s next. At Pentecost, the Holy Spirit empowered the disciples to preach the Gospel in front of thousands of people - that same Spirit is dwelling in us today. The Holy Spirit equips each of us to carry out the Gospel and will lead us to the ends of the earth. What’s next for you with the Holy Spirit? Will you follow the Spirit’s leading in your life?
After Jesus rose from the dead the question begs to be asked - what’s next? In the first message of our new series we explore the one mission He gave to ignite a global movement.
In today’s special Easter message we uncover the ‘why’ behind ‘what’ we believe and see how the resurrection has always been God’s primary display of love to the world.
As we enter what is commonly known as Holy Week - we pause to consider the importance of a unique moment in the life of Jesus called the triumphal entry. This week we will explore the relevance of this ancient event and see how its invitation still impacts many today.
In this message, we see the grandeur of a mighty God who came down to be close and personal. As we look at the name for God first revealed by a 12-year-old Jesus we will be challenged to consider the impact of our position before God.
How does our view of God shape and transform the joys and sorrows of life? This week as we explore another name used for God we will discover how to have a bigger view of God.
Psalm 23 has been a passage of great power and hope for generations. In this sermon we dive deep to unpack all the uncovered truths about the character of our good God.
If you had to describe God to someone who had no religious background - how would you do it? In this weeks message we see God revealing His proper name and we uncover the transformation available to us all.
Our God provides. It’s one of His names: Jehovah Jireh means “The Lord provides.” We see Him providing daily for us in the air we breathe. We see Him providing for us in Jesus Christ everything we ever needed regarding salvation. In this teaching, Scott opens up Genesis 22 and gives us biblical insight and application as to what we should do connected to the truth that God provides.
Have you ever tried to take God’s plan into your own hands? Abram and Sarai tried to take God’s plan into their own hands, but despite their past mistakes, God still wanted to use them. God is bigger than Abram’s mistakes, and he’s bigger than our mistakes as well. Are you willing to surrender your plans over to God?
In the opening message of our new series we explore the character of God as "creator" and discover ways to participate in his ongoing creative power.
In the final message of our ‘I Say’ series we encounter the most provocative and controversial saying of Jesus. Its application into our lives is often difficult, but it can be the redemptive force inviting us to consider who God wants us to become.
Some of the most provocative teachings of Jesus are used by many of us unsuspectingly. In today's message, we will explore how radical a life Jesus is calling us to live.
We live in a day when people don’t live up to the word they give you. In this section of “I Say” Scott talks about the importance of keeping your word and being a person of integrity. This message will help you grow in truth telling and promise keeping.This message confronts your day to day following Christ as to keeping your word.
In one of the most controversial teachings of Jesus, we will see an extraordinary quality of God emerge in the midst of numerous practical applications.
In part two of our new series, we explore a countercultural teaching of Jesus that will challenge and encourage us to take a different approach to an important area of our lives.
As we begin a new year and we launch a new series, we will explore some of the more radical and revolutionary teachings of Jesus. This week we will see how who we listen to shapes what we believe and how what we believe shapes how we live.
Do you remember the feeling you experienced when you gave your life to the Lord? What would it look like for you to reclaim the wonder in your relationship with Jesus? Jesus was about His Father’s business, and we are called to live that same way; focused on serving our Heavenly Father in everything we do.
As we continue to explore the birth narrative of Jesus, this week we will see one of the areas where we have lost our sense of wonder, and also one of the ways we can reclaim that sense of wonder.
In the midst of a busy holiday season we can easily miss the simple and beautiful reality that God became one of us. This week we explore just one of the ways we can reclaim the wonder this Christmas season.
As we begin our Christmas series we explore the weight of the angelic declaration and begin to see ways we can begin to reclaim the wonder
In the last message of the series we unpack how our hope in a future eternal reality with God can impact our lives today.
Unfortunately, hope for tomorrow doesn’t always guarantee hope for today, but thankfully Jesus gives us a promise that can bring hope into every situation. This week is part four of our series HOPE as we explore John 14.
How do you have hope in the midst of life's circumstances? In your everyday life, what does it look like to have a confident expectation that God will fulfill His promises? We explore these questions and more in part three of our current series entitled, "Hope."
This sermon deals with the overwhelming forgiveness of God. A younger son stubbornly leaves home, hits rock bottom, then returns home. How will the Father respond? Will he embrace him or will he shun him? Check out this message to experience the hope of God told in this story.
One of the most important yet unnoticed themes in the New Testament is hope. Though the word is often used daily by most of us, it’s true meaning has been overshadowed by contemporary use. In this message we explore God’s perspective on hope and how applicable it can be to our lives.
Do you realize in order to thrive you have to know what you are doing? There’s a law of the harvest that you can’t get around: you reap what you sow. God would have you to sow seeds of righteousness to increase HIs kingdom. Listen to this message and grow in sowing seeds of righteousness.
To thrive in God’s kingdom means that you are following the Spirit of God. In this teaching, Scott lays out what it’s like to follow the Spirit of God rather than the spirit of the flesh. Straight out of Galatians 5 God’s word gives us insight as to the fruit we bear.
In this message, we explore how true freedom can only be found in our relationship with Christ and because of the cross, we are free to run after Jesus with all that we have. If we focus our eyes on Jesus - then we can truly begin to thrive.
How do you recognize the activity of God in your life? What is the appropriate response to what He has done and what He is doing? Part five of our "Thrive" series explores these questions and more as we study through Galatians chapter 4.
How does the Old Testament fit with the New Testament? How should we balance God's grace with God's law? We explore these questions and more as we study through the end of chapter 3 in the letter to the Galatians.
We all have a desire to thrive in various areas of our life, but are we willing to make the necessary changes to go from just surviving to thriving? This week we unpack Galatians chapter three and see just how different the way of faith can be.
As we continue in our "Thrive" series, we will examine parts of Galatians chapter 2 and discover one of the biggest threats to thriving in our faith and what we can do about it.
The church in Galatia had gotten off track. They weren’t thriving in their relationship with God. They had lost focus and had forgotten that the Gospel is about grace, not what we bring to the table. Just like the church in Galatia, we need to get back on track.
In the final message of our Guardrails series, we explore one of the dominating themes in the book of Proverbs and discover some practical application for how we view, make, spend, and give money.
One of the most important areas of our life is often the area left without any guardrails - our relationships. This week we explore what might possibly be the most important proverb of all.
God gives guardrails for your protection. He gives out rules for righteous living that are both positive and negative. This sermon deals with the positive and negative aspects of human sexuality. It gives tips on how to best manage your sexuality in terms of following Christ.
Guardrails are a common sight on most roads and highways. They are designed to keep what matters most safe from what could hurt the worst. They are common in regards to how we drive, but not in regards to how we live.
We’ve looked at Pausing for various elements in the Christian life - pausing to be in the word, pausing for prayer, pausing for worship, pausing for confession, and pausing for renewal. This week we look at pausing for cleansing, the need to confess and have God wipe the slate clean. God gives us a new start through the power of Christ. It’s an exciting axiom and truth that God forgives completely.
We live busy lives. Some of us would probably say that it feels like our schedule has more control of our lives than we do. This week we explore some practical ideas to make a priority of renewal.
In the busyness of life, it can be easy to lose perspective on what really matters most in life. This week we look at Psalm 32 and discover the power of taking an honest look at the life we are actually living.
In the rush of everyday life and hustle to and from, it becomes easy to think the in-between moments don't hold much significance. This week we explore portions from the Psalms that will invite us to see the seemingly random moments as potentially life-changing.
What if the smallest change in our posture of prayer could change the trajectory of our lives? This week we explore the how a God-initiated conversation has the potential to help us experience Him in a new way.
In a culture of 'busy' sometimes making time for what matters most can be a challenge. In this new series, we will be exploring what life would look like if we pressed pause on certain areas of our lives and took a little time for what matters most.
Why did the early followers of Jesus spend so much of their time in prayer? Why should we? As we finish out our series in Acts 2:42 we explore why prayer is central to living a life of dependence on God.
It’s easy to get caught up in the distractions of everyday life. Taking a step back and looking at the reasons that are motivating us can expose the actual value and meaning in life. This week we explore God’s design for us to remember.
What is God's design for a biblical community, and why do we need it? This week we explore why the world needs the church to be the church.
This message kicks off a brand new series that will explore the ‘why’ behind the things we do and we will discover the passion behind the mission of our church to Intentionally Connect People To Jesus.
What if I'm the elephant in the room? Paul writes in Philippians 1:18-21 that if we rejoice, rely, and represent Christ in our lives that he will use us to make him known to everyone around us. Why does God have you in Columbia, MO? Who does God have you "chained" to?
This week we explore one of the most difficult of all the elephants. It's the one we don't want to talk about, admit, or even acknowledge. It is also the underlying issue to many of our problems and relationships. Luke chapter 3 explores a tough topic with a hopeful ending.
Part four of "The Elephant In The Room" series explores the reality that God calls us to lead our families spiritually. We will dive into practical and biblical guidelines for helping our families and those around us connect with Jesus.
Knowing when to say something can be as difficult as how to say it. When it comes to addressing the elephant in the room, we can sometimes find ourselves fearful of what others might say or think - so we shy away from saying anything at all. This week explore the importance of knowing 'when' to say anything at all.
Addressing the elephant in the room is one of the most complex and difficult issues we face in relationships. In this message we will learn how God confronted an elephant in the room and we will discover some practical examples of how we can approach the hard to talk about issues.
It can be hard to say the important things. The first message of our new series explores what it means to be lukewarm and provides us with solutions for addressing "The Elephant in The Room."
Part ten of the "I Am" series dives into the implications of what it means when Jesus says, "I am the Alpha and the Omega." There was never a moment when Jesus was not, and there will never be a moment when He is not.
What happened after the resurrection of Jesus that transformed the faithless into the faithful? Why did the reaction of so many people seem hostile to a new message of love and hope? This week we explore what God's desire is when it comes to the message and mission of Jesus.
The resurrection narrative emerges in the midst of doubt, fear, and skepticism. Even the closest followers of Jesus needed evidence and proof before they believed and the same is true for many of us. This Easter we explore what role doubt plays in our lives and how to move beyond the fear and into faith.
The resurrection narrative emerges in the midst of doubt, fear, and skepticism. Even the closest followers of Jesus needed evidence and proof before they believed and the same is true for many of us. This Easter we explore what role doubt plays in our lives and how to move beyond the fear and into faith.
In His last 'I am' statement before his crucifixion, Jesus embodies the teaching He has labored to pass on to his early followers. This week we explore John 18 and the arrest of Jesus where we will be confronted with a challenging view of Jesus character on display.
Before His arrest, trial, crucifixion, and burial - Jesus gives His last 'I am' statement. In one of the most provocative and deeply personal teachings, Jesus not only reveals who He is but challenges his followers to become what He intended them to be.
In one of the most polarizing and challenging "I am" statements, we explore John 14 and the impact that the words of Jesus has on our lives today.
When we focus on who we think God should be we are in danger of missing who God actually is. In this weeks message, we explore how Jesus confronted the oppression of his people with explicit opposition and decisive action.
We all have various opinions about who Jesus is and what He is calling us to do, but when Jesus says, "I am the light of the world" what exactly does He mean? The answer may surprise you, and its implications for your daily life may challenge you to re-consider who Jesus is.
Jesus claims to be God, which has major implications on your life. The question is, do you believe Him?
God confronts us in hard and subtle ways. As God reveals Himself as the great “I AM," as the central entity in the universe, the subtle confrontation to you and me is “I am not.” I am not the king. I am not central. We don’t like to think of ourselves as “secondary." In this message, Christ’s teaching on “I am the bread of life” challenges you to understand your desperate need for Christ.
Every human being looks for purpose their life. It’s hard to know where to start if you don’t know where you are going but more importantly the “why” you are going? In this message, you’ll be challenged to examine your purposes in life.
Some of the most significant steps we take in life are not physical but matters of the mind and the heart. Sometimes moving the heart “one inch” in a new or different direction is harder than physically moving 3 tons of dirt. In this vital message, you’ll hear how to gain a new perspective and change your mind and your heart.
Many of us know that the smallest step in the right direction can make the biggest difference in our lives. Also, and as equally as true, a step in the wrong direction can result in some of the biggest mistakes in our life. Because we cannot see the impact of our steps today, we minimize their importance in shaping our lives. In this message, we explore a few practical steps to help us take a few more steps in the right direction.
Throughout history, God has made major moves for humans. From creation to redemption to heaven, God has made some huge moves for mankind. What does God expect from us? During this series, we’ll see small steps man has taken and the big moves God makes in response. This first message helps equip and train you to trust God’s word, even when (especially when) it goes against some things connected to this world you find most appealing.
God honors good planning. Laying out a strategy for your life, for your business, or even a church help you to succeed. God would have us all succeed - to use what He has given to us to the very best of our abilities. In this message, you’ll encounter some great strategies for life in this message.
Throughout the Bible, God used water over and over and over to demonstrate His glory and power. That’s part of what Forum is doing this Christmas season by helping provide clean water and sanitation to a village in Africa. But beyond physical thirst, there’s a spiritual thirst that can only be satisfied by God. This message looks at God’s desire for everyone to experience living water.
Why did Jesus gravitate towards those that were the outcasts and the brokenhearted? What was it about Jesus that made people feel so comfortable and loved? In this message, we look at how God's care for His people is always demonstrated in action and we are challenged to do something in response.
As you read through the birth accounts of Jesus, aren’t there things you’d like to change? You’d like to make room for them. You’d like there to be better surroundings. You’d like things to be different. While you can’t time travel back to change those circumstances, you can make a difference right now in the lives of people around you. “Imagine Christmas” calls on dreamers to dream into action change through helping others aligning with God’s word.
Looking for “peace”? What does “peace” mean in your mind? Is it simply the absence of war? Conflict? What does “peace” mean to God? Why does Paul end nearly all of his letters with both desires, hopes, and even commands connected to peace? This message helps to train you towards peace and even helping to make peace. This message was delivered during the holiday season and of all the times that families need to equip themselves towards peace, it’s during the holidays.
What does it mean to lead by example? How can we imitate Christ to those around us? Know the Word. Keep the Word. Teach the Word.
What counts in life? What counts to God? What counts to your family? What counts to your friends? In this message, you’ll be challenged towards the most important elements of life.
How do we live out a magnetic faith in the middle of all the challenges life can throw at us? In this message, Bradley explores a practical step we can take to thrive in the midst of life's challenges.
How do you define “success”? What do you consider some of your greatest achievements in life? What elements in life gives you a sense of accomplishment? This teaching will help you to evaluate, prioritize, and maybe even redefine some of your held beliefs and practices connected to these very things. It will focus you on things that God values.
God is spirit. He deposits the Holy Spirit into the life of a believer. God directs people to not squelch the Holy Spirit. What does that look like? How do we better listen to God’s Spirit in our lives? This teaching will help you to dial into God’s design and desire for your life.
Are you ready for Jesus’ return? It’s a very simple question. Too many want to focus on the details and events connected to His return rather than focusing on what Christ would have you doing and being when he returns. This vital message will help you to be ready and have a right focus.
Following Jesus doesn't mean we have to have everything figured out or that our life will be free from difficult circumstances. The passage we explore today will help us to see some practical steps we can take to not only survive but thrive in the midst of the challenges that life throws at us.
Sex is a gift from God and designed by God. So many times the Bible says we are to be “holy” and then immediately says, “Stay away from sexual sin.” In this provocative message, Scott Sutherland talks very practically about believers and God’s gift of sex in our lives.
In this message of “Magnetic”, you can grow in the power to overcome adversity. By doing this, you will inspire people around you. Inspired people inspire others.
In this second teaching from 1 Thessalonians 2 in Magnetic, you will be challenged to accept God's word in a way you've probably not ever thought of. This teaching can change your life in a profound way.
This series “Magnetic” focuses on being attractional for Jesus Christ. It’s a study of 1 and 2 Thessalonians. In this first teaching, you will see key attributes and attitudes that will help you to be a more magnetic person.
In this examination of Nehemiah 8 we explore the essential component to every comeback story - the surge. The strategies and practical application in this chapter will challenge and inspire us to move beyond the problem, through the surge, and experience the triumph.
So many times we don’t know where to start or what the next step is. In this message, you’ll get great insight that gives you a spiritual template of how to take next steps in your life. It will also give you great insight as to how to overcome the challenges you face when you launch out into something new.
God calls for transformative and radical life change in our lives. Too often we treat Jesus as an add on to our lives rather than the Lord of our lives. In this message, God’s word challenges you to repent and change.
In this message on re-sur-gence, Scott talks about an individual and a city that goes through great change. Change requires great energy, effort, and a different attitude. In this message, we see God taking extraordinary measures to help people change so they can be saved.
Before any action is taken and before any word is said - something takes place that has the single greatest potential to determine the direction of our lives. This week Bradley explores the 'biggest' little thing we do every day that can have the largest impact on our lives and the lives around us.
We all have storms in our lives. God is always there in the storm. If we have faith in God - even the smallest little bit of faith - when we act upon that, huge things happen. God applauds and honors faith. In this teaching, you can see the power of Jesus transforming an out of control storm and how that applies to your life.
Sometimes it's the little things in life that can matter most. This week we unpack one of the most famous miracles of Jesus recorded in all four gospel accounts and answer the question, "Why do we struggle to see God at work in the little things?"
God’s attention to the details of our lives in tremendous. He knows the numbers of hair on our heads. He loves us as a loving Father. In this message, Scott looks at one of “the little thing” that God loves and cares for and how this can change our lives.
As Christians we are often aware of what God has called us to do, but we often lack the courage to step out and trust Him. Paul urges us to be strengthened by God, strengthened by community, and to preserve through all of life's hardships for the advancement of the gospel.
We are going to leave a legacy of some kind. The question is what kind of legacy? In this sermon Bradley explores what one of the most important things we can leave behind is and how we can do it.
At times, you feel like you are in the fight of your life. You “win” that fight and then there’s another and another and another fight. And these struggles and challenges just keep coming. Spiritually, emotionally, fiscally, in your job, in your family these fights seem to just multiply. In this message, God’s word gives us insight, power, and hope to overcome.
What does it mean to be a “pacesetter”? What areas of life would God have His followers to set the pace? What are the benefits of setting the pace? This message explores the great opportunities we have when we choose to set pace in godly directions.
You can’t fake character. Yet we live in a world with a lot of “fakes.” Fake news, fake online personas, and spin doctors seem to have way too much influence on our society. So how does God define character? What attributes does God look for us to develop? This message cuts through the smoke and mirrors of the world’s system and talks about God’s design for life, character, and leadership.
Do you want to be the best “you” you can possible be? Relationships are vital for our lives. This message focuses on how to develop relationships that bring out the very best in all of us.
How does the story of Jesus change our story? What are some of the things in our life that prevent us from living out the grace, compassion, and forgiveness that Jesus modeled? This week we explore John 9 and discover one of the primary barriers to living like Jesus and hear a message of hope about what we can do to change it.
Do you want to understand God’s will for your life? Do you often find yourself groping and asking questions like, “What does God want me to do? What is God doing in my life right now?” This message will help you to fill in some of those blanks.
How has Jesus’s story changed your story? John refers to seven “moments” in his gospel when Jesus revealed His glory and people believed in Him. Jesus turned water into wine at the wedding in Cana and His disciples believed in Him. Jesus changed everything about the disciples’ lives, He takes a story that would be focused on earthly matters and points to a heavenly reality.
Do you know people who seemingly have everything? Money, education, a great job, a great family - yet there’s something missing? Maybe that’s you. Often we have a very serious lack and need we can’t pinpoint what it is. God loves for people to excel in every area of life. He wants us to have an abundant life. In this sermon we talk about high capacity people, their deepest need, how to talk to them about Jesus, and God’s design for them.
The word “Family” means so many things to people. For some it is a very loaded word. For others, it’s a great word. To others, the word brings up feelings of apathy. God designed family for our good. He also calls us to be good for our family. In this message Scott Sutherland explores our families and how we can help them to thrive.
So why should any of us care about the story of Jesus? Why should it make any difference in our lives? There are a lot of people who wonder what the big deal is about a Jewish Rabbi from 2000 years ago. This past Sunday we explored the reality of what Jesus actually wanted people to do in response to His message and why any of us should care.
The Resurrection of Jesus changes everything. Some would dismiss it. Others would diminish it. At Forum, we affirm it and preach about it - loudly. Bottom line, it doesn’t matter what anyone says about it if it is just some hollow platitude or add on in your life. What are you personally doing with Jesus? This message will challenge you to examine this truth.
So what’s the big deal with the cross of Christ? Why does it seem that “the church” obsesses with it? What difference does it make? This message unpacks the greatness, beauty, centrality, and grace of our King's Cross.
The drama accompanying the crucifixion of Jesus captivates our attention. While it was a one time event, it’s an event that continues to change the world. But how? Why does the death of an itinerant vagabond who near wrote a book, never patented an invention, or never made any huge medical advance continue to change lives and change the world?
What is it that makes the story of Jesus so fascinating? Why has Christianity survived for thousands of years? This week we explore John chapter 18 and uncover one of the most striking and remarkable qualities of Jesus that if we were to model in our own life could change things forever.
Do you have trouble praying? Do you find your prayer life limping along? Join in this message and look at the prayer life of Jesus
God created us for relationship with Him. So many people try to fill their lives with stuff that will never fill the void. God sent Jesus to die for us. God gave His Spirit to live in us. This teaching focuses on God’s abiding presence in the lives of believers.
In a world of competing ideas about who God is and what God potentially wants from us how are we to know the difference between what is real and what is human invention? Jesus had a lot to say about what His expectations are and how we should live them out in our daily lives. This week we explore John 15 and the big question Jesus answers: "What is the divine expectation?"
The world has a way of making us worry about anything and everything, but the Prince of Peace tells us that there is more to this life. How do we move from a place of worry to a place of complete peace like Jesus promises?
Jesus is Lord! That statement defines God’s mission to save this world. “Lord” has such a deep meaning of ultimate power, status, and sovereignty. So why does “The Lord” wash feet? Who is this Lord? What defines Him? In turn, how does He define His followers?
Temptations are all around us. This week we look at how to combat and overcome temptation.
When life is good and things are going as expected it can be a bit easier to navigate life - but how do we react when everything takes a turn for the worse? Do we often spend more time cleaning up the fallout of our reactions instead of implementing a positive and appropriate response? This week we explore the impact and importance of responding (instead of reacting) to the challenges of life.
God changes us for His glory! So what do we do with and about that? This message explores how the gospel transforms us and those around us.
In a world of so many messages about who we are and who we are not it is easy to get lost in the myriad of mixed messages. This sermon explores the greatest misconception that many of us face, its solution, and its practical application.
In this message, God’s word will help you to understand how God changes you for the better. You will come to understand what holiness is and isn’t and why it is in your best interest to pursue God.
In this message we see God’s unfailing promises. Ultimately, we see the promise of heaven and hold strong to this hope. (1 Peter 1: 3-12)
12.24.16 This Christmas Eve message explores the reality that Jesus brought a true and lasting light in to the world.
If God's greatest present is wrapped up in the presence of Jesus then why do so many people leave the gift unopened? This week we will explore why the gift goes unopened and what role (if any) do we play in whether people open the gift or not?
In this message we see God’s gift of love to the world. This gift is for everyone. This gift is for you.
In this series we explore what it will take to simplify the sometimes very complicated holiday season. This week Bradley takes some basic biblical principles and examines how to say yes to the right things and how to say no to the wrong things.
God opens doors of opportunity for you to walk through by faith. What are some indicators, traps, and challenges associated with these opportunities? This message delves into walking through new and open doors.
Race relations. The unity of humanity. Greater faith in action. This sermon hammers home some hard hitting needs within our world and God’s kingdom.
Looking for meaning in life? This sermon out of Ecclesiastes will help you to gain wisdom, meaning, and purpose in your life.
This week Bradley walks through 2 Corinthians chapter 3 and explores the potential road block to true and lasting change in our lives.