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In this sermon, Pastor Ky explores the passage from Matthew 5:13-16, which speaks of Christians as the "salt of the earth" and the "light of the world." He explains that these metaphors highlight the importance of Christians living meaningful lives that reflect their faith and shine brightly for others to see.
Pastor Ky kicks off a new series, "Next Door," with a fresh look at the familiar parable of the Good Samaritan. He challenges viewers to see this story with new eyes, inviting them to consider how God might be calling them to extraordinary acts of compassion in their everyday lives. This message is a powerful reminder of the transformative power of love and the importance of living out our faith in tangible ways.
oking at one of the most twisted bible verses, today we discover how to approach God's Word in a way that helps us better understand the text's true meaning and how to apply its truth to everyday life.
Discover a surprising twist in a classic parable. Hear from Pastor Ky as he explores the deeper meaning behind the prodigal son's journey and the contrasting attitudes of his brothers. We hope this inspires you and pushes you to be a Christian devoted to God and not a system of Christianity. 10.13.24
Do you seek forgiveness? Have you been running far from God? Join Pastor Ky as he takes the prodigal son passage and gives us three action items to grow us closer to God.
Discover the powerful story of Barnabas, a man of encouragement and generosity. Learn how his unwavering support for others was vital in the early church. Witness the transformative power of unity, sacrificial giving, and unwavering faith as Barnabas and his fellow believers experienced a profound move of God. This inspiring message will challenge you to be a source of encouragement and generosity in your community.
In this week's sermon, Pastor Ky concludes the parenting series as he delves into the practical principles of parenting from Ephesians 6. Discover how to raise children who honor their parents, enjoy a fulfilling life, and grow to be godly adults. Learn about the importance of a healthy marriage, effective parenting styles, and the lifelong impact of parental love and guidance. Watch now to gain valuable insights for raising your children in the Lord!
Raise Them Up: God's Prescription for Parenting
Join us for Week 2 of our series, "Raise Them Up," where we dive into God's blueprint for parenting. Discover practical steps to raise godly children, from birth to adulthood. Learn about our exciting new Parent Pathway program, designed to support you every step of the way. Don't miss this powerful message that will equip and inspire you as a parent.
Why is the passing of the gospel baton to the next generation so crucial? Can we learn from the Israelites' tragic mistake? Listen in as Pastor Ky emphasizes the urgency of intentional discipleship and the responsibility of every church member, not just parents. Join us for a powerful message that will inspire you to make a difference in the lives of future generations.
Is heaven real? What will it be like? Imagine a place where God wipes away every tear, and perfect peace reigns forever. The Bible promises this is not just a distant dream—it's a reality for every believer. In this message, we explore the hope of heaven, a hope that transforms how we live today and gives us strength for tomorrow.’
Join us as Pastor Ky dives into Acts 2:42, the early church, and discusses the difference between connection and belonging.
Tired of feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Join Pastor Ky as we explore the power of gratitude and its impact on mental health. Discover how focusing on the positive can transform your mindset and bring lasting peace. Let's dive into the Bible and learn how God's love and guidance can lead you to a more fulfilling life.
I’m A New Creation - As followers of Jesus, there’s a lot that’s right with our lives. Today, we kick off this teaching series focusing on the profound, life-changing truth that when we surrender to Jesus, we become a new creation in Christ. And we have every opportunity to live from this reality.
In a special visit from Ky Faciane, you'll hear how the trait of the persistent widow should be in all of us to pray to God and that we should be bringing our deepest desires to him.
Following Jesus is beautiful until we become religious through performance. Yet, we all face the temptation of spiritual arrogance and comparison. The big question is how we allow God's grace to keep us in our place. This parable vividly illustrates the difference between pride and humility and how to take the better path.
Learn from this week's parable about how to become more dependent on God and not on ourselves and the things of this world.
We don't have to be Christian to care for the hurting. But can we be Christians and not care for the hurting? In today's message, we dive into Jesus' teaching in Matthew 25, 'The Sheep and the Goats.'
Kingdom stewardship is about investment, not savings. Before Jesus returns, we are responsible for using well what God has given us. Discover God's invitation to partner with Him as we unpack the Parable of the Talents.
If God is so big, why does his work sometimes seem so small? In today’s message we discover that, in the Kingdom of God, the small things are just as important as the big.
Join us as we continue our series, "The Parables of Jesus." This week, Pastor Christian dives into the Parable of the Weeds. Thee difference between the wheat and the weeds is in our response to Jesus. Recorded 6.9.2024
Jesus uses parables to relate Biblical truths to people. The story of the Sower uses four types of soil to describe the condition of the heart. Watch to find out more and to uncover a truth to how your heart is. Aired on 6.2.24
Jesus is Lord- Life presents us with many choices. Some are quick decisions, but others require much more thought resulting in a greater impact on our lives. Join us this week as Pastor Brad Kilgore reminds us that any life choice should begin with Jesus as Lord.
Jesus Is My Safe Place - Storms happen. How we prepare for them is essential. In today’s message, Seth Reed shares some great ways we can prepare for what life sends our way. Through it all, Jesus is our safe place.
‘Who or what defines you? What difference does it make being a child of God? In today’s message we delve into some essential truths about our identity in Christ.’
Why is it hard to set and maintain healthy boundaries? And how do I set healthy boundaries with others? Hear from the Bible with Christian as God set the first boundary with man and how we should be setting our relationships up in a Godly manner.
Are you overwhelmed and feeling the pressure of life's demands? Struggles turn into stress, and stress, left unchecked, creates even more problems. For the Christian, is there a simple everyday way to beat stress and find rest? Yes! Today's message digs into some practical answers.
God's mission is our redemption, and Jesus' resurrection accomplished God's mission. In Acts 17, Paul encounters a city filled with idols. The people are hungry for God, but they're looking in the wrong places. Paul encourages them to look in the direction of the Resurrection.
Have you ever been accused of being a Christian? What should others around you notice about you as a follower of Jesus? In today's message, we discover that what we're known for is one of God's greatest tools to shape us more into the image of Christ.
Saul's conversion to Paul was miraculous indeed. Hear the parallels from Donnie and his redemption story as God has a way of changing people's courses for his glory. Recorded on 3.17.24.
There is power in your yes. Do you have a heart that beats for Jesus? Is He your priority? Are His ways drawing you? Is His will your desire? Are you going to live with your yes on the table? Join us as Pastor Matt visits with a powerful message on the power of your yes.
What do we do with those sensational signs and wonders in The Book of Acts? As the power of God moves through his people to advance his mission, what role do signs, wonders, and miracles play in our lives today? Join us for this message by Pastor Scott Rodgers.
What do missions mean for us as a church? With so much need worldwide, how can we expand our reach and increase our impact? God is always at work rescuing humanity from our sins and relieving some of the suffering in our broken world, and we're all in for doing our part. Today's message also introduces some of our local and international partners.
Peter and John were two uneducated men, according to the priests, but they were astonished because they could tell they spent time with Jesus. Are others able to see that you're spending time with Jesus?
Who is The Holy Spirit? What does he do in the life of a follower of Jesus? Join in today as Brad Kilgore shares about the power of The Holy Spirit in week three of ACTIVATE.
Why did the first followers of Jesus have so much missionary zeal? In today's introduction to the Book of Acts, we discover what was true for them back then can be true for us today.
God has a church for his mission. Today we look at the power of having a clear mission as individuals, and as a church as we begin the series ACTIVATE.
Jesus is for all people. He's the true light that gives light to everyone. But even with God's grace extended toward us, it's possible to live in hiding, to remain in the dark. Yet, stepping into the light, into the life that Jesus invites us into, is only a decision away. Join us for this special message from Christmas Eve at The MET.
We talk a lot about love. Our definition of love comes from many places, even our own experience. But what does God’s Word say about love? Let’s go to the source and discover how to love well in every situation.
Generosity - It’s about more than money. According to Jesus, giving is more blessed than getting. Being generous is something we can apply to all of life.
What makes a difference in every area of life? Wisdom. Where can we find it? How do we use it? Today, Bryan Kelley shares how to apply wisdom to all of life.
God instructs us to apply thanksgiving in every circumstance in life. That’s because gratitude is the gateway to intimacy with God and with others. Today, Matt Roberson challenges us to forget the grumbling, and embrace a life of thankfulness and gratitude.
Have you ever asked, ‘What do I do next?’ The greater question is, ‘What do I do first?’ In life, we’re called to seek first the kingdom of God. In all things, we can know our first step - to seek the kingdom and live for God's glory. That’s not easy. But it’s always worth it.’
A disciple of Jesus follows Jesus, is being changed by Jesus, and is committed to the mission of Jesus. In this message, Brad Kilgore concludes the series BE1 MAKE1 as we focus on a life of mission for Christ.
God calls his people to stand in the gap to intercede for our neighbors, communities, and cities. Today, we discuss the why and how to lift our city in prayer.
It takes work to be a blessing to those around us. Making a difference is hard work, but it's work that God calls us to engage in. Great things happen when God does his part, and we do ours. Today, Matt Roberson and Bryan Kelley share stories of what God does through the church when we seek to lift the city.
The stakes are high. Eternity is real. That should create an urgency to our everyday lives. Every follower of Jesus is called to be intentional and leverage their influence for things that will matter forever. Today’s message focuses on practical ways to make the most of every opportunity.
The reality of heaven brings hope. In today's message, guest speaker Paul Taylor shares a story of unfathomable loss, pain, grief, and, ultimately, hope.
According to Scripture, hell is a real place. Because of that, we need to talk about it. What is it? Where is it? Who will experience it? How can we make sure we don't? In this message, Daren Neely brings a sober discussion in our series Heaven & Hell.
Eternity is a theme throughout Scripture. Everyone spends forever somewhere. In this message, Matt Roberson kicks off week one of this teaching series 'Heaven & Hell.'
We are no longer condemned but adopted as children of God! That's the beautiful, life-changing truth we can walk in as followers of Jesus. Pastor Rick Theriot wraps up our walk through Romans 1 thru 8 by unpacking how to live by the Spirit.
Our sinful nature is something we're born into. But there's also a spiritual nature, a life empowered by the Spirit, which God offers us. Pastor Matt's message in Romans 7 focuses on how sin's power can be overcome through our relationship with Jesus Christ.
Sin can have a hold on our lives, and being a Christian doesn't mean everything automatically gets easier. In this message, Pastor Matt Roberson breaks down the struggle and offers biblical solutions to not being held captive to sin's power.
Romans 5:11 says, 'So now we can rejoice in our wonderful new relationship with God because our Lord Jesus Christ has made us friends of God.' How can friendship with God affect every area of our lives? Is this just a nice platitude, or does being a friend of God affect our daily experience? In this conversation, Scott Rodgers shares how friendship with God means we have peace with Him, can find purpose in our trials, and have confidence in our ultimate future. These things should be at the very core of our Christian experience.
Continuing in our teaching series in the book of Romans, Scott Rodgers takes us on a journey of context as a way to better understand the text of Romans 4.
Being born under sin affects every area of our lives. Our words, relationships, thoughts, you name it. 'But now God...' shows us a new, better way. Through faith in Christ, we are made right with God and rescued by God from the power of sin in these areas of our lives. This week we continue our teaching series in Romans, focusing on chapter three.
The gospel is good news, especially when we consider the bad news of the penalty our sin deserves. Today’s message looks at the reality of God’s wrath which is satisfied in Christ on the cross.
In today's message, Matt Roberson starts the new teaching series focused on Romans chapters 1 thru 8. Chapter 1 begins by focusing on the gospel's good news- it is God's power at work, saving everyone who believes.
Can we move on from our past regrets? We've all made bad choices, done things we're not proud of, or even didn't do something we should have done. If you ever struggle to doubt that you can move forward from your mistakes, Daren Neely shares his journey to encourage you on how and why moving forward is possible.
It can be hard to believe in a good God when we're walking through difficulty, pain, or suffering. While we live in a broken world that brings about much of our pain and suffering, sometimes our circumstance doesn't make sense. In those seasons, God often doesn't tell us why, but he does show us how to walk through it and who to walk with.
There's a starting point to finding purpose. Knowing where to start removes the mystery and brings clarity. In today's message, Matt Roberson also shares a new perspective on how and why God's assignment for your life differs from your purpose. He also shares three things that can rob you of your purpose.
Today's message begins the series Benefit of the Doubt. Can faith and doubt coexist? Did doubting Thomas doubt everything he'd come to believe about Jesus, or was it just hard to believe the news that Jesus had risen and appeared to some? Jesus doesn't shame Thomas for doubting; he responds with grace. If you doubt that dead things come back to life, welcome to Easter, where God shows us that dead things do indeed come back to life!
In our final week of God Stories, we share some of what God is doing as we seek to lift our city and love people, no strings attached.
'I wasn't bad, trying to get good. I was sick, trying to get healed.' Today's God Story focuses on how three ladies, each looking for help and hungry for God, crossed paths. What Jesus has done and continues to do in and through them is truly inspiring. Their story gives us hope! If he can do it for them, he can do it for you.
God stories often involve the roles of God's part, their part, and your part. When sharing faith, knowing that God's already at work is essential. Just do your part. Trust God with the results. Today's story shows how God works in people's hearts and minds as he actively does his part.
Jesus says that his disciples will know the truth, and the truth will set them free. Today's story will inspire you that, with Christ, all things are possible for you too.
Viewing God Stories on video is also available. This week's content can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/9ZmE9tO7_lw
In the final week of Love The Church, you'll hear the story of The MET, which is the story of God's blessing and faithfulness. Relevant to us all, we discover that God is always (at least) one step ahead. And our obedience is what he uses to position us to accomplish his purposes.
At The MET, we define a disciple's pathway as joining a small group, lifting the city, tending our soul, engaging in God's word, and loving the church. One way we love the church is through serving. Today's message focuses on how God calls and gifts us to make a difference by serving others inside and outside the local church.
We often say, 'I love my church.' Typically, that's based on what we receive or get from our church experience. But love goes both ways. Loving the church includes giving back and investing in the church's life and its God-given mission. In week one of 'Love The Church,' we look at what it means to love the church through our giving.
What is spiritual leadership, and how can you become a spiritual leader? It's not complicated, but it's intentional and includes a good dose of hard work. Today we look at a biblical picture of spiritual leadership.
God's promises are dependable. He wants to use you for his purpose and glory and to leave a legacy. Are you willing? Today, we conclude our series on the life of David.
David, the hero, clashes with David, the human. Amid acts of heroism and courage, his brokenness and mortality reveal a desperate need for grace. In looking at David, we see ourselves as he discovers that repentance is a gift that leads to a restored relationship and rebuilds trust with God and others.
The path from victim to victory most often isn't a direct route. In the story of David, the victim living on the run from King Saul, he discovers that time in the cave can be God's training ground. As he progresses from victim to vindication, God tests David's character. What he does in the test makes all the difference. And David's story is our story. When we're in 'the cave,' what will we do? Victory is ours if we do our part while trusting that God always does his part.
We all want it, but finding it can be hard - friendship, true friendship. And what's it look like to be a God-honoring, covenant-keeping friend to others? Listen in as Matt Roberson teaches some biblical principles from the friendship of David and Jonathan.
The classic story of David vs. Goliath equips us to face some of life’s greatest challenges. But what we find is different than what you may think.
Your past doesn't define you because God's at work in you. He equips those he's called, but are we willing to walk through the equipping? Much to our surprise, in the monotony, in the places and stages of life that no one sees, God often does his deepest work in us. Join us in week one of DAVID.
Discover how an obscure character in the Christmas Story inspires a life of faith-filled anticipation, longing, patient obedience, and staying the course God calls you to.
The seemingly quiet Christmas story of the Magi - the wise men from the east, and Herod - the ruthless ruler, each shows us how our response to Jesus changes everything.
Are you ready? 'Ready for what?' you ask. When God knocks on the door of your life, will you be ready to go and do what he's asking? Matt Roberson shares how we can have a posture of readiness as we look at the classic Christmas Story through the point of view of the innkeeper, based on Luke 2.
In the conclusion of our series in The Book of Esther, Matt Roberson examines lessons learned from the main characters of this fast-paced story of God's sovereignty.
Just like Esther, perhaps God has placed you where you are for 'such a time as this.' Will you be ready?
Good guys or bad guys, God's purpose will prevail. Scott Rodgers continues our series on The Book of Esther as we take a close look at the characters of Mordecai and Haman and continue learning ways to partner with God in His sovereign plan of redeeming the world back to Himself.
How do God's sovereignty and our responsibility work together to further His redemptive plans? Make no mistake; God is always at work. But how? And when? Scott Rodgers takes us on a journey in Esther chapter two as we learn from this courageous young woman how to walk in God's favor. The very thing He uses for His glory and His purposes.
God's work in us is evident in His work through us. Today's guests, Luke and Casey Yetter, share an impactful story of how inviting others into a meaningful relationship without judgment can truly transform one's heart and life.
Receiving eternal life requires faith. Living the life God calls us to requires faithfulness. In our pursuit of revival, Scott Rodgers shares what we should keep in mind about what's to come when choosing to follow Jesus more closely. In his words to the church in Smyrna, from Revelation chapter two, Jesus has some encouraging, hope-filled instruction for us all.
Are beliefs and behaviors enough? Or is Jesus looking for something more? This week, Matt Roberson shares from Revelation 2 what Jesus is really looking for.
It's one of those things that most of us wish was a bigger part of our lives. It's also something essential to experiencing revival personally and corporately. In this message from Pastor Rick Theriot, we're looking at what the Scriptures say about prayer - its importance and power.
There exists a big obstacle to personal revival. The good news is that overcoming this obstacle is also an essential step to experiencing a life-long, transformative walk with Jesus.
With God, all things are possible. Including revival in our lives, our church, and our city. Listen in and let your faith rise to the level of expectation that revival is possible in your life, no matter your situation.
It's time for an awakening in our hearts, homes, church, and city. If you're hungry for revival in your life, this message can help you take the first step.
What begins as a conversation around compassion turns into a personal story of processing grief. We hope this discussion encourages you and someone you may know who could use some hope today.
What's the connection between discipleship and relationship? In this candid conversation with our guest Keith Strasburger, we debunk some myths about what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. We also explore the painful but fruitful reality that discipleship happens best in the context of relationships, not just with God but with others.
Today's episode welcomes our special guest, Daren Neely as we hear more about the challenge of sowing the right decisions in our lives. This episode also includes some behind-the-scenes events that led up to his (unexpected) teaching this past Sunday at TheMET.
Today's conversation zooms in on the origin and the vision of a season called 'All For The H' at TheMET Church.
Why does God want us to excel in the grace of giving? We hope you enjoy this conversation with Matt Roberson and Scott Rodgers.
In this episode, Matt Roberson, Steven Patterson, and Scott Rodgers sit down to discuss the impact our recent series Beatitudes had on them, including the challenges of teaching from some of Jesus' most famous words.
Depression, anxiety, and other common struggles have been regarded as off-limits conversations in some faith circles. Today's guests, Melissa Williams (@srslymelissa_) and Ashley Neely (@ashneely), share an encouraging discussion on why it's important to normalize our brokenness and look to the faith community as a source of strength and support.
Are you looking for rest in your life? In your soul? In this episode, we hear from Pastor Matt Roberson as he unpacks the process and journey of an extended sabbatical. When Matt says he had conversations with his ego, is he going crazy? Or, is he onto something which the rest of us could practice and experience great benefit? Listen in, and you'll find out.
We hope you'll enjoy this fun conversation about the power of meekness in our lives. If meekness is a gentle strength that comes from trusting that God's promises are true and his greater purpose will prevail, what does it look like in our everyday lives? Today's co-hosts are Taylor Dean and Kelli Ray.
Theirs is the Kingdom of heaven. Whose? Those who are poor in spirit. Today's conversation unpacks a little more about Jesus' encouraging words in his Sermon On The Mount. Today's co-hosts include Brad Kilgore and Rick Emerson.
How can parents help their kids own their faith? Where do mom or dad's faith end and our kid's faith begin? This conversation with Scott, Floyd, and Tim suggests that encouraging our kids to wrestle with their faith and the deeper questions of life is a way to help them foster a faith that's personal and impactful.
Parenting on purpose is as simple and challenging as being intentional with the time we spend with our kids. In this episode, Brad Kilgore is joined by his daughter, Madi, as they both have fun in this unscripted conversation.
Kids don't come with an instruction manual. These complex, beautiful, and wonder-filled little ones deserve our very best when it comes to parenting. Where do we start? Parenting well, for the long haul, begins with a healthy parent.
You can do it. You can't do it alone. In today's episode, we're talking about parenting, all the ups and downs, the work, and the rewards. Listen in as our guests, Hannah Bush and Floyd Stubblefield, share some personal thoughts on Sunday's message from TheMET.
Emotions are high. Frustration clouds your mind. In the middle of conflict, should we fight to be right or fight for the relationship? Today's conversation includes Steven and Rachel Patterson as they share what they're learning in marriage about how to respond more than react when tensions are high.
Hours of study, and sometimes a lifetime of learning, go into a single thirty-minute message on any given Sunday, often leaving great content unused, lying on the cutting room floor. Join us in this series of casual, vulnerable, and insightful conversations on what didn't make it into the sermon. And more importantly, how the Holy Spirit stirs, convicts, and challenges some of our communicators to practice what they preach.
Think you don't deserve a second chance from God? Remind yourself that you didn't deserve the first one either. In this episode, we discuss some takeaways and impactful moments from our teaching series Second Chances.
Mike and Lisa Landen's God Story is featured in week four of our teaching series Second Chances. Sharing some lessons learned through their struggles in marriage, Mike and Lisa will encourage you to trust God, be patient with one another, and believe that you can pull through even the toughest of times.
Zack Foreman's God Story is featured in week two of our teaching series Second Chances. Listen in as Zack shares more of his journey from addiction to sobriety, resulting from God's goodness and a strong support system.
Bryan Kelley's God Story is featured in week one of our teaching series Second Chances. In this conversation, Bryan goes into a more in-depth and detailed explanation of how God reached, shaped, and prepared him for what was next in his life, on the other side of being dealt a sentence of life in prison.
What's the best next step for someone who has just placed their faith in Christ? Join in this conversation as we discuss an important, very helpful step you or someone you know can take to start strong in their spiritual journey.