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This is where you will find all of our Sunday morning messages. We hope that you find them encouraging and that they challenge you to draw closer to God.
This week, we look deeper into the story of Jesus and the woman at the well. Join us as we see how telling our stories can change the hearts of an entire community. Are you ready to tell your story?
This week, we take a look at Luke 8 and see how the author organizes the chapter to drive home the importance of believers telling their stories. Join us this week as we seek to become better story tellers.
A hungry heart changes everything. Are you hungry for a change? Are you ready to surrender to Jesus and live for Him? Join us this week as we take a look at a man that went all in on Jesus.
This week, we continue looking at some foundational principles that define the Christian life. In his letter to the church, Peter reminds us all of how important grace is in the life of the believer, but what's more is that the Christian life should be defined by development and growth. We call that "spiritual maturity." Join us as we take a look at what it means to grow in grace and knowledge.
Happy Mother's Day! In this week's sermon, we continue our "Remember" series by taking a look at Naomi from the book of Ruth. May we, too, have the faith of Naomi and the fortitude of Ruth.
As Christians there are certain foundations that should guide and shape us, as well as ground us to the truth. In this series, we will take a look at a few of these foundational truths. This week, Pastor Robert looks at are broken pasts and the hope that Jesus brings for our futures.
The world will try and tell you who you are and what to believe. It will try and manipulate you and mold you into its image. As Christians, we have an identity and we are image bearers of our King. In this sermon our friend Pastor Bernie reminds us who we are in Christ.
In the final message of our "Threads" series, we read of a story where Jesus sets the stage for how His followers are to treat and love others. This week we dive into John 13 and unpack Jesus' "new" commandment for us all.
This week, we continue our series "Threads" and discuss how we are "set apart" and different from the world. This can be our greatest asset to evangelism. Join us as we look at the book of Titus.
This week, we kick off our new series entitled "Threads." In this series we will explore how to make evangelism a natural aspect of our daily lives. No matter who you are and no matter where you live, you have been called to be an evangelist. Join us as we thread the gospel into every aspect of our lives.
He is risen! Jesus Christ is mercy. He is redemption. He is salvation. He is our living hope.
As we enter Holy Week, we focus on the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. We see that the same crowd shouting "Hosanna" on Sunday, is the same crowd shouting "Crucify Him!" on Friday. The lesson? Although people may turn their back on Christ, He won't turn His back on them.
As we wrap up our Lent series, it is only fitting that we discuss one of the greatest gifts given to mankind...redemption. Join us this week as we take a deeper look at redemption, its biblical language origins, and how it effects all of mankind from Genesis to today.
Join us as we continue our Lent series and discover how trials not only have a purpose but develop character and spiritual maturity in our lives.
This week, we continue our series for the Lent season by looking at the importance of the spiritual disciplines of prayer and fasting. The truth is, some strongholds in our lives can ONLY be overcome with these. Join us this week as we explore these disciplines further.
This week we continue our Lent series with the testing of Jesus in the wilderness. His weapon? The word of God. His reward? Overcoming temptation and angelic ministry. Join us this week and see how you, too, can overcome through the power of Christ and the word of God.
In our opener for this Lent season series, we take a look at the real heart behind the season. Lent is designed to help us recognize our need for Jesus and prepare our hearts for His continued work in our lives. This week we look at both Ps 23 and Matt 6 for the truth. Settle in and join us!
In our new miniseries, we take a deeper look at what it means to live out the changed life Christ promises us. Romans 12 gives us a glimpse on how to do that. This week we start our series The Changed Life.
In the finale of our New Year's series, we open up John 11 and learn from tragedy. Nothing is impossible with God. Are you seeking a change? Looking for a miracle? Join us this week and feed your faith.
There are certain seasons of life that beg the question, "Is is time for a change?" For true change to occur, your hope must outweigh your fear. Are you ready for a spiritual change? Are you looking for a revolution in your life? Join us this week as we take a look into the lives of two strangers forever bound by unfortunate circumstances and the miraculous power of Christ (Mark 5).
Struggling? Hungry both physically and spiritually? Are you suffering? God is good, God is sovereign, and He is poising you for a great comeback. It's time for a spiritual revolution.
It's the start of a new year. With that brings resolutions, promises, and desires for change. This year we don't want to start with a resolution, we want to start with a revolution. If you're in need of a spiritual revolution, you are welcome to join us for this new series. This week we rest in the knowledge of knowing that God is not done with His work in our lives.
Are you tired? Are you weary? When was the last time you rested? Is observing the sabbath part of your practiced spiritual disciplines? This week we take a look at the different between spiritual rest and physical rest and how both are important. Join us to learn how to surrender to the discipline of rest.
In our final sermon in this Advent series, we focus on the biblical concept of love. From His birth to His ascension and everything in between, Jesus showed us the meaning of love. Love is sacrificial and love expresses itself. Join us this Christmas to see the birth of Christ in a new way. Merry Christmas!
In this message from our Advent series, we take a look at the peace that Christ gives. From the beginning, Jesus has brought peace. From His birth, to His ministry, and in His promise for our future, Christ as delivered peace. Join us this week for this concept of shalom and what it means for us today.
This week, we continue our Advent series discussing the concept of joy. Join us this week as we dive into the tumultuous world Jesus was born in to and the world that He's still saving today.
As we enter into the Advent season, we remind ourselves of the hope that we find in the birth of Christ. This Christmas season, join us as we explore the hope that only comes with knowing Christ.
In the conclusion of our series on prayer, we see five things we can learn from the Lord's Prayer that we, too, can implement in our daily prayer life. Join us this week and learn how to make prayer a priority in your life.
This week, we discuss the "why" of our prayer life. Prayer is not a place we go to get our way. Prayer is our opportunity to communicate with our Father in Heaven and align our heart with His. It is a place to say "thy will be be done." Join us, for a moment, to grow your prayer life.
Prayer is uncomplicated. It is a calling out to the Father, a cry of our heart, a hope whispered. This week, we take heart in knowing that our Father loves us, cares for us, and can be trusted to keep His word.
In our new series on prayer, we start from Jesus' model for us. Known as the Lord's prayer, this portion of scripture has become famous in its own right. Join us this week as we dive deep into these words and begin to apply it to our everyday lives.
In a world of relative truth, the bible stands firm as absolute truth. In a world of moral relativism, the bible stands firm as the moral authority. This week, we wrap up our series discussing the everlasting truth that is the Word of God. Join us as we take a final look at Psalm 119.
In this week's message, we look closer at Jesus' parable regarding the two home builders. One builds on bedrock, the other on sand. Jesus likens this to our lives. Join us as we discuss wisdom from foolishness, God's word from mankind's word. As Christians our foundation for life can only be the bible. Anything else will crumble.
Are you having trouble reading your Bible? Does it seem like more of a chore than an opportunity? This week, we continue our series on the importance of the Word of God in our lives. Our perspective will inevitably influence our hearts and minds. Join us as we take a deeper look at how the Word of God is our treasure.
The Word of God will impact your life if you allow it. This week, we continue our series on the importance of reading the Bible by looking at how it brings peace to our lives, brings clarity to our minds, and brings hope to our souls. Join us as we discuss the importance of reading our bibles.
This week, we begin our new series entitled "The Word of God." In it, we explore the importance of reading the Bible. This week, we take a look at what the Word of God is in the lives of believers and what it gives us as gifts from the LORD. Grab your Bible and join us for part 1 of this new 4 part series.
In the last episode of our series "Life on Mission" based on Hope Church's core values, mission, and culture, we take a deeper look at the final two values that mold and shape our ministry. Based on the life and ministry of Jesus we discuss the important concepts of being biblically centered and relationally driven in all we do. Join us this week and get your life "on mission" with Hope.
This week we continue our series on the core values of Hope Church by discussing the "how" in our accomplishment of our mission. Join us as we look at the life and miracles of Jesus and discuss intentionality and excellence and how those things should permeate our lives for Christ and His Kingdom.
In this series, we are taking a look at the core values of Hope Church and the biblical principles that authored them. Join us this week as we discuss the importance of equipping God's people for a Kingdom work and not just for a worldly one.
In this new series, we take a closer look at the core values here at Hope Church and dive deeper into them and the scriptures that help develop them. This week we look at the truth found in Scripture that people matter to God. This series will not only help you grow, but help you understand who we are at Hope Church. Join us, we'd love to have you!
In the last episode of our book of Judges series, we take a deeper look at the character of God found in this book. God is our deliverer and it is easy to see then, and easy to see now. Join us this week as we look at our Deliverer and the gift of the Holy Spirit that He graciously gives us.
As we continue our series in the book of Judges we slow down to gauge the spiritual climate of the people of Israel and the magnificent grace of God displayed throughout the book. Sin's result is pain and suffering. Grace's response is rescue and life. Join us this week to see why crying out to go is crucial to your spiritual growth.
In the fire, in the storm, in the flood, God is with you. In your heartbreak, in your sorrow, in your joy, God is with you. This week, Pastor Tammy unpacks this important and life giving promise of God. Join us this week to be encouraged with the truth that God is with you.
This week, we begin our new series through the book of Judges entitled "Without a King." Contextually, the Israelites in the book of Judges found themselves without and earthly king and rejected God as their Heavenly One. The result was a people broken and spiritually wandering. The same is true for us today. Without submitting to our Heavenly King, we will find ourselves spiritually wandering and broken.
This week, we conclude our series in the book of Joshua entitled "Entering the Promised Land." Join us as we dive deep into the promises of God both for the Israelites in the book of Joshua and for us today in the modern church. Although our promises today are not the same as those made to Israel, we can be confident that God can be trusted to keep His word and follow through on His promises.
This week, in honor of Pastor Robert and Tammy's 40 years of ministry, we paused to reflect. Join us this week as we take a look at these important words of Jesus.
This week, we continued our series in the book of Joshua and looked at two radical events of God's power and protection. Within these stories, we see a pattern develop that can be directly applied to our own lives. It is in our acts of obedience and worship in which God wants to work and it is in our radical prayers in which God wants to do the seemingly "impossible." Join us as we explore Joshua and look at chapters 6 and 10.
In our new series "Entering the Promised Land," we take a look at the book of Joshua and see the similarities between today's modern church and the Israelites. This week, we focus on character. Join us to be both encouraged and challenged in your faith journey.
God is never done with you. He's dedicated Himself to you to continue His good work in your life until Jesus comes back. From start to finish, God is at work in your life.
In this, the final week of our Exodus series, we take a look at the people of Israel and their wayward hearts as a metaphor for our own. God's love and grace is evident time and again, and yet our hearts have such a problem surrendering completely to Him. This week we take a look at Israel, the law of God, the law of Moses, Sinai. and the golden calf. Join us as we discover how much God loves us and wants the totality of our hearts.
This week, we continue our series in the book of Exodus and take a look at the parting of the Red Sea. Like Israel, we can find ourselves surrounded on all sides and in need of a miracle. Join us this week as we take a look at how Moses and the people of Israel can teach us a lesson on how to stop, listen, pray, and obey.
This week, we continue our Exodus series with a discussion about the plagues, God's sovereignty, and lengths God will go to honor His promises to His people. Join us as we dive deeper into the Old Testament book of Exodus and see its metaphor in our lives today.
In this series, based on the book of Exodus, we take a look at the ancient Israelites and view their lives as a metaphor to our's. What can we learn from them and their experiences and how can we view their journey to freedom as our own? Join us this week as we take a look at Moses' beginning and the oppressors in our lives.
In the last episode of our series Unmovable Faith about the life of Joseph, we look deeper at pain, suffering, and the human response. In the life of Joseph, we discover that making memorials and recognizing God's work in our life leads us to spiritual maturity and one step closer to unmovable faith.
In this series, we take a look at the life of Joseph and learn how to build an unmovable faith. In the midst of slavery, lies, deceit, and imprisonment, Joseph developed a patience and trust that surpasses human understanding. Join us this week as dive into the biblical truth that God is with you.
Happy Mother's day to all of you biological and spiritual mamas out there. We thank God for you and all you do for us (the seen and unseen). This week we take a look at a few Old Testament moms that can help us better follow and serve Jesus. Join us as we look at portions of the lives of Naomi and Hannah.
In the last installment of this series, we take a look at what has come to be known as the "Great Commission." The disciples (and us) are commanded to go, baptize, and teach but just what does that mean and how does that look today? Join us this week as we dive deep into some of Jesus' most well known words.
Do you feel hopeless? Are you tired? Worn out? At your wits' end? Jesus is with you. This week, we take a look at Jesus' first encounter with the disciples after His resurrection. He confronted their fear and doubt and wants to confront your's too. This week, we take a look at the hope of eternity that we have in Jesus.
As we process Easter Sunday and the message of the cross, many wonder...what now? This series takes a look at some of the most influential conversations that Jesus had post-resurrection. Join us this week as we begin our series AFTERWARDS.
As we celebrate the risen King we are reminded of our own disbelief and how God loves us through it. Even in our most darkest of hours, God loved us so much that He refused to let us stay there without help. Join us this week for Easter as we attempt to simplify our lives and come home to Jesus.
Christ's love for us has nothing to do with what we deserve and everything to do with His vast amount of grace. As we prepare our hearts and minds for Easter and His resurrection, this week we discuss the heart of Christ seen in the story of His triumphant entry into Jerusalem.
This week we wrap up our Lent series with the idea of restoration. God is in the business of restoration and has been since the onset of sin. Are there areas of your life that need to be restored? Are you estranged from a family member? Have you wasted your life on sin? Are you praying for healing? Join us this week as we look at Jesus' power to restore.
As we continue our series "Preparing to Grow," we dive deeper into the concept of spiritual maturity. If faith is the spark, then repentance is the re-ignition. This week we look at Matthew's conversion, his subsequent party to celebrate, and one of Christ's purposes for coming to earth.
Spiritual maturity happens in a number of different ways. One of those ways is through the lessons learned through triumph within temptation. This week, we discuss ways to be victorious over temptation and learn from the example Jesus set in the wilderness as He was tempted. Join us for the next installment of our series "Preparing to Grow."
Have you ever wondered how to spiritually grow? We try and we try but it never seems to pan out. Jesus gives us a clue in one of His parables. This week, we take a look at that parable found in Mark 4 and discuss how Christians can grow their faith. We invite you to join us on this journey of spiritual growth as we start with a growing faith.
We've all been there, poor choices based on exhaustion or lack of information. Why do we continue to do it? What's more, we see it in others far more easily than we do in ourselves. This week we journey through the lives of Jacob and Esau and quickly realize that, at times, both tried to rush the hand of God and both battled with spiritual exhaustion. If you, too, are spiritually exhausted join us this week for a word of encouragement and truth.
This week, we jump back into our series on Genesis entitled "Generation to Generation." In today's message Pastor Robert takes a deeper look into the like of Abram and Sarai and the promise of a child. Join us as we discuss pain turned into triumph and sorrow turned into joy.
This week, Pastor Bernie Federmann joins us to continue our conversation about getting love right. As seen through the story of Zacchaeus, Jesus' love for mankind surpasses position, social status, and shortcomings. Jesus just loves you. Join us this week as Pastor Bernie discusses why it is important for us to push through and seek Jesus.
This week is the part 1 of two part series we're calling Getting Love Right. In a world full of false perceptions, the human concept of love has fallen far short from God's original design. Join us this week as we discuss love from God's perspective and how much He actually loves you.
In this week's lesson, we take a look at Genesis 15 and God's covenant with Abram. In the conversation, God reveals Himself to not only be the God that is true to His word, but that He is also a shield and a reward to those who place their faith in Him. Faith, we see, is what justifies both Abram and today's Christian. Join us this week as we take a look at God's covenant and humankind's faith.
From the fall of man in Genesis 3, humanity has been in a downward spiral in which the ramifications can be felt throughout all of creation. This week, we see the broken of heart of God and the disaster that changed human history. Join us this week as we talk about Cain, Abel, Noah, and the flood.
This week, we continue looking at the book of Genesis as we talk about the fall of man. Join us this week as Pastor Robert discusses the sin of mankind and God's redemptive plan.
In our new series Generation to Generation, we take a look at the timeless message found in the Bible. In this series, we'll concentrate on the book of Genesis and the stories found within its pages. Join us this week as we take a look at creation.
In the final installment of our Advent series "Tis the Season," we discuss the topic of joy. Joy is oftentimes miscommunicated as happiness. Scripture is very clear about where our joy comes from, it comes from the Lord. Happiness is fleeting and contingent upon the things of this world (sight, smell, touch, etc.) Joy, however, is a gift of God and a fruit of His Spirit. Join us this week as we talk about joy and contrast it with the concept of happiness.
As we continue our Advent series, we take a look at the kind of peace that only Jesus can bring. Is your life in chaos? Are you needing rest? Does it always seem that you keep slipping back with every effort to press forward? Join us this week to catch a glimpse into real peace.
As we continue our Advent series we look at the second major theme of the season...love. This week we discuss Christ's birth in Luke 2 and its ramification found in John 3. Join us, this week, to not only experience God's love but to learn how to distribute it as well.
In our new Advent series "Tis the Season," we discuss the topics that define this tradition. The first week of Advent traditionally looks at the concept of hope. Hope that only Jesus can bring. Join us this week as we take a look at the biblical notion of hope and its stark contrast to worldly hope.
In the conclusion of our series "Grateful," we take a look at what may be the hardest aspect of gratefulness...our attitudes. In this week's sermon, we look at the story of Jesus healing the 10 lepers found in Luke 17, the faith that healed them, and the attitude that separated the one that went back to thank Him from the other nine. Join us this week as we discuss the difference in believing Jesus as our Savior and believing that Jesus is our Savior AND Lord.
As we continue or series "Grateful," we discuss the issue of our hearts. God hasn't called us to perfect lives, but life in process. Faith turns out to be so much stronger when we can be thankful and grateful. We are called to be thankful IN all circumstances, not FOR all circumstances. Join us this week as learn the art of being grateful in all circumstances.
This week, we kick off our new series entitled "Grateful." In it, we discuss the heart of a grateful person. How much have you been forgiven? This is the them for today's message. Those of us forgiven of much, tend to display greater levels of gratefulness. Do you find this to be true in your own life? Join us this week and allow the message to both encourage and convict you.
Romans 12:12-13 marks the focus for this week's message. In it, Paul uncovers the cycle of Christian discipline...joyful hope, patience within trials, and faithful prayer. This cycle is what changes a Christian from simply a believer, to a mature follower of Christ. What does this have to do with loving others? Everything. Join us this week as we take a look at spiritual maturity, these three disciplines and the art of hospitality.
Serving others is an essential part of the Christian life. However, many of us spend so much time serving others, that we fail to serve those closest to us well. This week, we take a closer look at the servant's heart and apply it to those we call family.
This week, we continue our study through Romans 12 as we take a look at verse 10. Genuine love honors others with its words, thoughts, and actions. Have you been loving your family like this? Join us as we encourage you through this difficult holiday season.
In our new series "Team Family," we take a look at what it means to be part of a family. With the holidays coming up, it is easy to be overwhelmed and fall into old patterns. This year, let's try something different. Let's truly love our family and others and not just pretend. This week, join us as we look at Romans 12:9 and discuss the importance of not pretending to love but actually loving people exactly where they are at.
In our series finale we discuss the art of rest. For most of us, spiritual rest does not come easy. It is a foreign concept. Jesus, however, shares the secrets to spiritual rest in His teachings in the book of Matthew. Join us this week as we learn how to truly rest.
With all the distractions of life, it can be easy to find yourself overworked and exhausted. Spiritual rest is foreign to us and yet is just as important as physical rest. Jesus promises rest if we only surrender to Him. Join us this week as we continue our series "Rhythm" and take a look at real rest.
This week, we continue or series "Rhythm" by taking a closer look at Matthew 11:28. Jesus tells us to "come" and find rest. Rest from what? Religion. Are you burned out and burdened from jumping through all sorts of hoops? Join us this week and see what Jesus has for you.
Are you tired, weary, burned out? Apart from the weight of life, it could be because you are out of rhythm with the Lord. Just as out body must stay in rhythm to function properly, our spiritual life must stay in rhythm with the Kingdom of God to experience peace. Join us this week as we start out new series Rhythm and take a look at Matthew 11:28-30.
In the finale of our Summer series, we take a look at Hebrews 12:1-2 and what it takes to run the race of life with endurance, patience, and spiritual maturity. Join us this week as we look to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith.
A quick look at some of the faithful found in Hebrews 11 can cause one to wonder how they can be considered "heroes" of the faith. The truth is, God sees past our mistakes, pours out grace on us, and calls us to a better way of living. Join us this week as take a look at the grace of God and how He uses people despite all of their failures.
Have you ever thought that you were too broken, too far gone, too messy to be used by God for something great? Rahab is a great example about someone with a broken past that God redeemed and used for greatness. Join us this week as we continue studying through Hebrews 11 and our series "Forward Motion."
Our series "Forward Motion" is based on Hebrews 11 and has everything to do with faith and spiritual maturity. To move forward, though, we need to not only have strong faith, we need to make godly choices. In this week's sermon we take a look at Moses, his faith, and some of the spiritual things he chose over the world.
In our latest installment from our series "Forward Motion," we take a look at faith, trust, and hope while examining the life of Abraham and Isaac. God's grace is sufficient. Even in our shortcomings, God sees us through and strengthens us to live out the life He has called us to live.
Idol worship can come in many forms, even as a fulfilled promise of God. In Genesis 22, Abraham was put to the test. His faith showed what true obedience to God looks like. In Hebrews 11, the author recounts Abraham's story and praises his radical faith. Abraham believed the seemingly impossible, that God had the ability to raise anything from the dead...even His promises. Join us as we continue our series Forward Motion and see what it takes to lay down the Isaacs in our lives.
Faith takes a lot more than simple belief. It takes heart, motivation, and pressing on even when the world around you is saying you're crazy. This week, we look at those heroes of the faith that did not grab hold of their promise on this side of things. Only in eternity did they see the fulfillment of God's promise and yet they pressed on, realizing that God is true to His word. Do you have that kind of faith? Join us as we journey through living life with vision.
Sometimes, the Lord moves upon a service and redirects the message. Today was one of those days. In an impromptu sermon, Pastor Robert shares a story about redemption, grace, and the love of God. This is Terry's story.
In the latest sermon in our Forward Motion series, we discuss how faith and trust go hand in hand as displayed in the lives of Sarah and Abraham. Join us as we continue to dive deeper into Hebrews 11.
This week, we continue our series on Hebrews 11 and take a look at the life and faith of Abraham. It was Abraham's faith in the midst of the unknown that gives us our example today. Join us as we unpack the beginning of Abraham's journey with God and see the beginning of how we became the "father" of many.
This week, we continue our series in Hebrews entitled Forward Motion with a look at Noah and his life of obedience. His perseverance through hardship and his dedication towards God is a lesson we can all learn from and the reason he is named in the "Hall of Fame of the Faith" found in Hebrews 11. Join us as we seek complete obedience to the Lord.
This week, we take a look at Enoch and his faithfulness to the Lord despite his upbringing. At times, we blame our circumstances and our family history on our inability to be faithful to the Lord. May the life of Enoch give us all hope and encourage us to seek after the Lord and gain some forward motion.
In our series "Forward Motion," we take a look at Hebrews 11 and look at those referred to as the "Hall of Fame" of the faith. These heroes in the faith prove themselves to be a great example to us in how to run this race of Christianity with endurance. This week we take a look at Abel, his attitude towards God, and his willingness to give God his best.
In response to the tragedy in Uvalde, TX., Pastor Robert calls the church and our nation to repentance, seeking God through prayer and His word. Join us this week as we dive into how we got here and what the church's response should be.
The fear of "what next" often freezes many of us into inaction. The foundation of that fear is our feelings of loneliness and isolation. The truth, however, is that we are never alone. Jesus promised His disciples (and us) that He would give us helper, an Advocate that would dwell in us. Join us this week as we take a look at the Holy Spirit.
This week, Pastor Robert calls the church to a new beginning. Join us this week as we dig in, experience God's grace, and rise up to the spiritual maturity God wants for us all.
This week we celebrate mothers. Thank you for all you do! Join us as we take a look at the book of Romans and the hope of a mother.
After Jesus' resurrection, the disciples inevitably asked the question, "what's next?" This week we take a look at Jesus' response to them and how His words effect us today. Join us as we take a look at the portion of scripture better known as the Great Commission and apply it to our lives today.
God never gives up on us, the cross proves that. In our new series AFTERWARDS, we take a look at the events that happened just after Jesus crucifixion and resurrection. Join us this week as look at Jesus' conversation with Peter and how it can apply to us today. Are you ready to feed Jesus' sheep?
As we enter into Easter weekend, we stop to reflect on the last seven words of Jesus on the cross. In particular, we look at Jesus' words of forgiveness and act of finishing it all on the cross.
The same crowd that greeted Jesus with "Hosanna" was the same crowd that shouted "crucify him!" Why? It might be because Jesus was not fulfilling all of the crowds expectations. He was not on earth for a political revolution but a spiritual one. Join us this week as we look at Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem as we prepare our hearts and minds for holy week.
In the final message of our lent series, we take a look at John 12 and the anointing of Jesus' feet by Mary. This act of worship reminds us all about how the Kingdom of God truly transforms us from the inside out. Join us this week as we discuss the importance of not just trying to do something, but that we are called to be something.
In the next installment of our LENT series "Preparing Our Hearts," we discuss the early church, the culture that influenced it, and the unrelenting love of God to "un-ruin" the brokenness of our hearts and souls. Join us this week as we take a look at 1 Corinthians 6.
This week, we continue in Mathew 13 with Jesus' parable of the sower and the seed and highlight Matthew 13:7. What thorns are present in your heart? How can you cultivate a better soul to experience and accept the truth of the Gospel. Join us this week as we take a look at cleaning house.
As we move deeper into the Lent season, we should take a step back from our everyday lives and consider the things that may have distanced us from our hardened our hearts toward God. This month's series, "Preparing Our Hearts" is designed to do just that. Join us this week as we take a look at love the Father has for us and our act our of obedience towards Him.
In the finale of our series "Love Like This..." we take a look at 1 Corinthians 13:13 and the idea of faith, hope, and love as eternal. Join us as we look at these three concepts and what makes them last forever.
This week, we take a look at young love and look back on everything that entails. What if we loved God like that? Without reservations and without fears of what others would think. What if we loved others like that? Even the ones that look, act, think, and believe completely different from us. This is what it truly means to love thy neighbor. Join us this week as we continue in 1 Corinthians 13 and look at verses 11-12.
This week, we continue our series on love in the book of 1 Corinthians and talk about true kindness and patience. Join us as we explore what it really means to love those around us and use our lives as a witness for Christ.
This week, in our new series, we uncover the meaning of love and the difference between being "nice" and being "kind." Join us in the month of February as we take a look at godly love and what it looks like to be authentic with those around you.
As we wrap up our series "All Things New," we take a look at the closing section of Jesus' words in John 15 about the vine and the branches. His final words encourage us to love others and to remember that Jesus, Himself, calls us friends. This should change everything for us. Join us this week for a great reminder of who you are in Christ and what He has called you to do.
To conclude our series, today we take a look at joy. What causes it, what takes it away, and why does it always seem to elude us. Dive into John 15 with us and see what Jesus says about true joy and why you and I need a new kind of it.
This week, we continue our series All Things New and discuss our necessity to be in a close relationship with Christ. Join us as we take a look at three things that help us remain or "abide" in Christ.
As we embark on a new year, it is important to remember the promises of God. In our series All Things New, we will be doing just that. This week, we take a look at the gospel of John and Jesus' promise to mold, shape, and prune us into something more closely resembling Him.
This week, guest speaker Pastor Richard Day discusses our need for more of God this year. Join us for an encouraging word on how to live everyday life loving Jesus and ministering to those around you.
We end our Advent series on the most fitting subject, love. God's love is so vast, so beautiful, so kind, and so patient. Our prayer is that you take a moment to realize and know that you are truly loved by God.
As we inch closer to Christmas day, we continue our Advent series with the concept of peace. Isaiah 9:6 reveals the role that Jesus plays in the life of the believer. Prince of Peace is a name that resonates with us all. Join us as we take a look at peace, what it takes to see it in our lives, and how we can steward well.
This week, we continue our Advent series with the concept of joy. How one finds it, keeps it, and distributes it to others. Join us as we take a look at the joy that Jesus' birth brings to humanity.
The Christmas season brings with it a lot of stress, fear, and busyness. This year, join us as we take a step back and remind ourselves about the truth behind this time of year. Over the next few weeks, we will be taking a look at some essential aspects of Christian life and reviving their places in our lives. This week we start with hope. If you want stronger faith, deeper trust, and unrelenting hope in your life, then you are going to want to listen.
Living life ordinarily is the enemy of exceptional living. This week we conclude our series "Thankful People" with a look at Luke 17 and the grateful leper. In this story, we see a man that recognized the extraordinary gift he had been given and responded accordingly. Have you responded appropriately to God's extraordinary gift of grace in your life? Join us this week as we look at the grateful leper and what he can teach us today.
Join us as we continue or series on thankfulness. This week, we are looking at the "wow factor" and how our thankfulness for the little things will overflow into all areas of our lives. Sometimes, we just need to stop, look around us, and simple say, "wow!"
As we continue our series "Thankful People" we look at the book of James and the idea that trials and suffering bring about grace and joy beyond circumstances. Join us this week as we take a look at James 1:2-4 and its significance in our lives today.
This week we kick off our new series THANKFUL PEOPLE with a look at the apostle Paul. Join us as we discuss the importance of being thankful and how it isn't so much an action as it is a response to who you are.
An individual that has been forgiven of much tends to worship differently. Why? Because they are overjoyed that God redeemed them from the disgusting place they trapped themselves in. This week, we look at a woman who's worship overflowed into her daily life. Join us as we discuss the story of a woman that anointed Jesus feet in a beautiful act of worship.
In a world full of competition, the church should stand up for something else. Christians are not called to win but to serve. This week, we take a look at the servant heart of Jesus and discuss ways in which today's church can have that same heart.
Has fear ever gripped you? Has the world overwhelmed you to the point of your complete shut down? Have you hidden yourself away in hopes that everything would go away? This week, take a look at a man in that very situation. Gideon went from complete nobody to an Israelite judge due to obedience. Join us in looking at Gideon, his identity crisis in the face of the Lord, and his ability to overcome his fears and doubts and change the world around him.
As we continue our series "Nobodies," we take a look at a small boy that chose to share all he had. In Christ, it doesn't matter how big or popular or talented you think you are. It simply comes down to obedience. Join us as look at John 6 and see what Jesus can do with a young boy, a few fish, and a few loaves of bread.
God has a unique way of turning "nobodies" into "somebodies" when they surrender to His will. Join us as we take a look at people in the bible that seemed like nobodies before giving their lives over to God. This week we take a closer look at Mark and Zacchaeus.
There is a time for everything. In today's current social climate, it seems like anger, frustration, and arguing are on full display. This week, we take a look at God's word and see how crucial joy and laughter are to the human heart. It would appear that God designed us to take a step back at times and simply laugh.
This week, we shift our mindset about our purpose and how to fulfill it. Join us as we take a look at the book of Romans and how God reveals His purpose for our lives in our service to Him and others, and in our complete trust in Him.
Sometimes, we get sidetracked and bogged down by the what the world tells us is important. However, God seems to have another way. This week we look at the book of Isaiah as he discusses who is really on the throne and how, as Christians, we should put our trust completely in Him.
As we begin our new series SHIFT, we start with the basics... you are saved by grace but Christianity is more than just salvation. It is about living the life that God designed for you in all its glory and goodness. This week, we take a look at surrendering completely and that starts with a new heart.
This week, we continue our series RESILIENT and discuss the topic of being focused. Paul writes to the Philippians that believers troubles will come, but that should not be our focus. Join us this week as we look at Philippians 4 and take a look at the things Paul suggests we focus on as Christians.
In this week's sermon, we look at Romans 12:12 and discuss the importance of trusting the word of God, being confident in who the Lord is and His character, and being patient in our waiting. Join us this week as we continue our series entitled "Resilient."
This week, we take a look at Paul's epistle to the Colossians. In it, he discusses the need for strength, endurance, and patience in order for a Christian to have resilience. Join us this week as Pastor Robert discusses these three very important characteristics of being resilient.
In our new series RESILIENT we look at what it takes to keep going. This week we take a look at spiritual endurance as seen in James chapter 1. Join us as we break down this chapter and take a closer look at James 1:2-3.
This week we wrap up our series with a look at the grace of God and what we can do to truly live free lives. Join us as we take a look at Galatians 5 and dive deeper into the realities of our freedom in Christ.
This week, we continue our series FREE taking a look at what freedom costs. Jesus' sacrifice on the cross shows us the true cost of our spiritual freedom, but what is the cost for us? Jesus lays that out in Matthew 16. Join us this week as we discuss freedom and what are response to it should be.
Freedom is an interesting concept. As Christians, we spend so much time discussing the concept of "being set free" that we ignore the reality that we are called to remain free and live free. Sin has a way of creeping in and destroying freedom. Join us this week as we begin our new series FREE and discuss the truth about being set free.
This week, we take a look at one of the most critical aspects of Christian growth. Join us as we begin to unpack what discipleship is by looking at John 15:4.
This week, we take a closer look at baptism. What is it, what does it mean, and how important is it? Check out this week's sermon to find out.
We have family traditions and the church is no different. In this series, we explore the traditions in the church that draws us closer together and makes a more than a religious movement but a family. This week, we dive into the rich and beautiful tradition of communion. Join us as look deeper into Jesus sacrifice and how the church celebrates and remembers it.
In this week's sermon, we take a look at what the Bible says about friendship. Are you a real friend? Are you looking for a real friend? Join us as we look through the book of Proverbs together and seek out the truth about friendship.
As we continue our series, we take a look at the life and character of Ruth. This week, we discuss how God can take a mess and turn it into a miracle. If you are feeling overwhelmed, this message is for you.
This week, we continue our series on some of the great women in the bible. Join us as we take a look at perseverance as seen in the like of Esther.
This week, we continue our series on great women in the bible and the the godly characteristics that they display. Join us as we take a look at humility through the life of Mary the mother of Jesus.
In our new series, we are honoring some of the most influential women of the bible. This week we are looking at Mary Magdalene and her faithfulness to the Lord.
Although many times Jeremiah 29:11 is taken out of context, it does not diminish the truth in the words of this prophesy. Yes, this was for the people of Israel, but the promises and the truths found in this verse are for you too. Join us this week as we explore deeper this verse and the scriptural evidence that supports its promises for you.
There are really 2 levels to hope. Level 1 is the hope we find in Jesus, a hope that is for us. Level 2 is the hope we get from Jesus that we are to, in turn, give away, a hope that is for others. Join us this week as we take a look at the scriptural basis for both of these and look to Jesus for the answers and strength on how to live them out.
In this new series, we begin after the resurrection. "What now?" seems to be the question most asked. These next few weeks are our attempt to answer that question. This week we take a look at the new life in Christ, what that means, and how we can "put it on." Join us as we start our series "It All Comes Down to This."
This week we look at Jesus' entry into Jerusalem on the week before His crucifixion. Join us as we discuss God's immense grace and kindness towards mankind, and discover the peace and joy He is wanting to give us all.
In a world of self-interest, Jesus gives us a new way of thinking. We continue our series "Reset" with a look at the servant heart of Jesus found in Mark 10. Join us as we discover how His actions reflect His heart, and how we, too, can love and serve how He does.
This week, we take a look at the subject of suffering, why it was crucial for Christ, and how we, too, can grow closer to God through it. Join us this week as we look closer at Lent and continue our series "Reset."
This week, we continue our Lent series RESET with a look at the mercy of God. Join us as we take a look at the parable of the "lost sheep" and dive into the amazing love that God has for us.
This week, we begin our new LENT series entitled RESET. Join us over these next weeks as we discuss the importance of authenticity and relationship over religiosity and surrender to God over false senses of control. This week, we look at the parable of the Sower and Seed in the book of Matthew.
As conclude our series on love, we take a final look at 1 Corinthians 13 and the vast and immense love that God has for mankind. Join us this week as we bask in the goodness and grace of God.
This week, we continue we continue our series in 1 Corinthians 13 with verse 7. Many of us find ourselves hopeless, lost, and confused. This week, we take a look at the extravagant love of God and how we should bestow that kind of love on others.
As we enter the month known for love, we begin our series on true love entitled "Love this Way." The world has many ideas as to what love is, but the Bible speaks the true love that we are to emulate. Join us this week as we take a look at 1 Corinthians 13, the "love" chapter.
As we conclude our series on prayer, we take a look at the Prayer of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. Join us this week as we learn from the intimate words of Jesus between He and His Father in what could be argued as some of the most important words Jesus ever uttered.
In the midst of troubles, sin, and bad decisions, David cries out to God in one of the most honest and vulnerable prayers in all of Scripture. The "man after God's own heart" seeks newness, forgiveness, and healing. Join us this week as we take a look at Psalm 51 and the the prayer of David.
Have you ever been spiritually lost? Join us this week as we take a look at a man that was struggling to make sense of his reality. His prayer is a great reminder of God's faithfulness amidst our unfaithfulness.
This week we look at a prayer about perspective. At first glance, Jabez's prayer seems to be only inwardly focused, but as you dive in, you can see that it is so much more. Join us this week as we take a look at the Prayer of Jabez and how it can change your life.
There are many moments we can look back upon as ones that changed the course of human history. In this new series we will take a look at some biblical prayers that did just that. Join us this week as start out with the most famous prayer of all time, The Lord's Prayer.
For many, this past year has been difficult on so many levels. For those, the thought of a new year is refreshing and can't come soon enough. But does a new year really change anything? If not, how does change occur? Maybe, just maybe it is time for a reboot. Sometimes that is exactly what we need. Join us this week as we take a look at our hearts, minds, and souls and look at some ways to reset or reboot our bad habits and thoughts into good ones.
This week, we conclude our series "The Promise" with the greatest crescendo in the history of mankind, the birth of Christ. Not only has He brought us light and freedom, but He has found us and rescued us from our dire situations. He is Emmanuel, God with us. Join us this week as take a closer look at the birth of Christ and examine the amazing events that surrounded it.
Pastor Mike opens up our new series "The Promise" as we talk about the Light shining in the darkness this Christmas season.
Join us this week as we continue our series "The Promise." This week we look at the promise of freedom.
Join us this week as we conclude our series on Hope Church's vision and values. This "Family is Essential" series ends with part 2 of our lesson "Our Essential Growth." If you are breathing, God isn't done with you!
The growing process is crucial to every living thing. Without it, life remains stunted and forever short of its full potential. This week we take a look at Christian growth and maturity and how essential it is to not only our spiritual health but our spiritual whereabouts as well. Join us this week as we take and overlook at the book of Romans and discuss our "essential growth."
If you have ever felt lost or without purpose, then we'd love for you to join us this week as we take a look at the mission of the Church. The Bible calls us to a better way of life, and once we grab hold of that and live in that, we will find the value, purpose, and life we have been searching for all along. If you're tired of seeking and not finding, or finding things that are constantly letting you down, then join us as we take a look at our "Essential Mission."
Who are you? Who are we? How do we find this out, and when we do what do we do with that information? Join us this week as we continue our series Family is Essential and look at the topic of "Our Essential Identity" and how God defines this for us and teaches us how to live it out.
In our series "Family is Essential" we will be looking at who we are as a community at Hope Church. Over the next few weeks we will be talking about our mission as a church, what the vision for this ministry is, and what exactly shapes our ministry. Just like everything at Hope Church, Scripture defines these things for us. This week, we will be looking at our Essential Beliefs.
This week, we end our series "The God Perspective" with some ideas about what it takes to have a godly perspective. Colossians 4:2 tells us to be devoted, to be alert, and to be thankful. These aren't the only ways to retrain our minds to see from God's perspective, but they are great places to start. Join us this week as we conclude our series with a word of hope and encouragement.
Do you ever wonder what it would be like to live how you were meant to? To be the complete man or woman that God called you to be? Have you ever wondered what that would look like? Join us this week as we take a look at Colossians 3:10 and discuss the new nature God has given you and how to "put it on."
Make no mistake about it, our deeps are growing deep, but are they growing in the right place? We are called to grow our roots deep in Him (Christ) and not the things of this world (Colossians 2:7). Join us this week as we discuss our roots and the importance of a godly perspective and Christian reasoning.
Our new series is a look at going beyond what we can see and to live by faith. It is a call to stop pursuing the earthly things and to pursue the Heavenly. It is a desire to live a life that seeks the Lord and not one's self. Join us this week as we begin our series The God Perspective and look at how God rescued us out of darkness.
This week, we conclude our series Heroes in the Faith by looking at the life of Moses. A man who shows us that personal problems, family issues, and age are only excuses, and that God can and will use anyone who turns their life over to Him. Join us and be encouraged.
As we continue our series "Heroes in the Faith" we see the value of a faith that looks beyond the here and now. This week we take a look at the life of Joseph and how he had a faith that conquered the fear of death and grabbed hold of the promise of God.
This week, we continue our series based on Hebrews 11 entitled "Heroes in the Faith." Today we are looking at Jacob, a man that started out as a deceiver and became the conduit of the promise of God. Imagine, if God could use Jacob in such a way, what can He do with you?
Join us as we continue our series called "Heroes in the Faith" based on Hebrews 11. This week we look at the life and faith of Isaac.
Abraham was a man of tremendous faith, but also immense flaws. Join us this week as we look at the humanity of Abraham and how God not only used him and loved him despite his flaws, but how God blessed him as well.
As we continue our series through Hebrews chapter 11, today we look at Noah. We see him described as "righteous" and one who "walked with God." Join us as we look at the life of Noah and ask God to increase our faith beyond simply believing and into a life of action for the Kingdom.
In week 2 of our Series Heroes in the Faith, we take a look at Enoch at what it means to walk with God. Join us for an encouraging, but challenging word from the Lord.
In our NEW series, we will explore Hebrews 11 and the "heroes" that the author describes. This week we are taking a look at Abel and his selflessness in his giving to God.
"I have always loved you," says the Lord. What a powerful truth! Join us this week as we dive into the book of Malachi and unpack these amazing words from the Lord to us.
Are you burdened and under stress? Are you hungry for something that satisfies the soul, or thirsty for something that will soothe your very being? Then join us this week as we continue our series "Unbelievable" in the book of Zechariah. Only in Christ can we can run to the fountain and be truly cleansed.
Distracted? Tired? Overwhelmed? Priorities misaligned? Join us this week as we talk about getting back to work for God out of the book of Haggai.
"The day of the Lord" holds so much meaning for people, but in order to understand it fully we must understand its context. Join us this week as we take a look at the book of Zephaniah and in light of the creation story, recognize some important realities about the "the day of the Lord."
Fear can grab ahold of us and cause uncertainty, even panic. However, when we view life and the world around us in light of the Word of God, we will always find that God is in control. Drop your fear and anxiety about the future and join us this week as we continue our series "Unbelievable" in the book of Habakkuk.
God is good all the time! Join us this week as we take a look at the book of Nahum and discuss the goodness of God.
What does God want from me? This is a question for the ages and the answer can be found all over scripture. Join us this week as we take a closer look at this question and explore part of the answer in the book of Micah.
In light of everything that is happening and has happened over the last few weeks, we felt the Spirit leading us into a morning of prayer. Prayer for equality. Prayer for justice. Prayer for our nation and prayer for the church.
Our culture demands that we put ourselves first. God commands us to put Him first. In a world of selfies and self promotion, God tells us to give Him all the glory. Join us as we reflect on the ways and the words of God and the concept of self denial.
It may be one of the most famous Messianic prophecies. Many of us know its words and are unaware where they are found in Scripture. This week we look at Isaiah 53 and try and understand the heart of God a little better.
This week's message moves us deeper into the Scriptures and places us in the book of Isaiah. Here, we find a call to repentance, a call to holiness. Without God, we are nothing, and with Him we can be made clean. Join us this week for the continuation of our series "Unbelievable" and dive into God's call of repentance to us and all humanity.
We all long to be known and loved. We seek after true love in nearly every aspect of our lives. The truth, however, is that true love can only be found in Christ. All other love is a mere shadow of that one. Join us this week and hear about how you are loved by the one true God.
As we continue through the Old Testament, join us as we look at the book of Ecclesiastes. We pray that this message will encourage you to pick up your Bible and read the book of Ecclesiastes and to live your life for Christ and not the things of the world.
This world will pass away, and it is our hope in the future that gives us strength. Join us this week as week look at the book of Psalms and discuss our future in the presence of God, how one day in His court is better than a thousand anywhere else.
"Like the deer longs for streams of water, so I long for You, O God." Psalm 42:1 Our prayer is that we would all long for the living God in this way. Join us this week as we unpack this verse and what this longing looks like in our daily life.
The book of Psalms is filled with wonderful songs and poems about the goodness of God, the graciousness of God, and the beauty of God. It is also filled with genuine heartbreak, questions, and examples of deep faith. As we take a look at this rich book over the next few weeks, join us as we look at its opening Psalm. Happiness is not some elusive thing, it is your's in Christ!
Mankind does not have all the answers, but God does. Mankind doesn't always see the whole picture, but God does. Life doesn't always turn out how we want it to, but God can redeem anything. Join us this week as we take a look at the hardships of one man and how his faith persevered.
As the new year begins, we continue our series through the Bible. This week join us as we look at the book of Ruth.
Peace. The world has all sorts of remedies for the chaos in our lives, but the only true remedy, the only true solution is Jesus. The Prince of Peace came to earth to save us from our sins and gives us new life. Are you willing to accept it? Join us this week as we look at true peace and how to obtain it.
We all feel it. We all know it to be true. There is a stirring inside of us for more. More of God. More of a closeness with our Creator. More Life and less sin. More Light and less darkness. Join us this week as we look at the nation of Israel and their revival story. As you listen, we pray that it stirs in you the start of your own revival.
Have you ever been lost? The kind of lost that has you worried? This week we look into the book of Judges and see a people that are lost. They are so far from the "right path" that it should terrify them. But it doesn't. Maybe you're lost. Maybe you are terrified and your trying to find your way back home. This message is for you. Maybe you're lost and you don't even know it. This message is for you. Join us this week as talk about finding your way back.
This week, we continue our series "Unbelievable" in the book of Ruth. Multiple times in the text we read, "it just so happened..." Have you ever thought about your "just so happened" moments? Maybe, things don't just happen. Maybe they are God ordained. Join us this week for an encouraging word from the book of the Ruth.
Our series through the Bible continues with the book of Joshua. Here, we discover a crucial and fundamental characteristic of God. He is faithful. There aren't too many things we can have confidence in, but God is one of them! Join us this week as we find out that we can be confident that God is for us, He is not against us.
As we continue our series "Unbelievable" we look at the book of Leviticus. In it we encounter the very important idea that God is calling us. God is calling you. We are set apart. You are set apart. Join us this week to be encouraged to be all God has called you to be.
This week, we continue our series "Unbelievable" with an event from Exodus... Moses at the burning bush. Join us as we look at the I AM statement from the bush and how it relates to Jesus' I AM statements in the Gospels.
In our NEW series "Unbelievable" we will be looking at some important and famous stories from the Old Testament. Some of them can seem to be "unbelievable," but God is the God of the "impossible." Join us for this series as we look at the Old Testament and bridge the gap to the New Testament. This week we take a look at the beginning...creation.
Happiness is a funny thing? What is it really? We tend to think it's getting what we want, when we want it. God's idea for our happiness is much different though. Join us this week as we look at Jesus' parable of the vineyard workers and discuss the "unfair" nature of the grace of God.
Forgiveness tends to elude us. At least here on earth. Sometimes we forgive, sometimes we don't. Sometimes we are forgive, sometimes we are not. Jesus speaks of forgiveness. He tells us to forgive astronomically. He tells us to forgive in order to be forgiven. If this is true, then why do we have such a hard time with this? Join us this week as we take a look into the vast concept of forgiveness and unforgiveness.
In this week's message we look at the parable of two sons. One that helped his father and one that didn't. In it, we see the true nature of the heart. Join us this week as we look at our hearts and ask the question, "Have I given my all to Jesus?"
The Bible is true. It is full of truth about humanity and, of course, truth about God. Join us this week as we look at a true story about a man name Bartimaeus. How his interaction with Jesus changed everything for him and how it can change everything for you.
Join us as we wrap up our series "Big Rocks First." This week we end with Psalm 37:7 and the concept of waiting on and resting in God. We hope this message blesses and encourages you.
This week, join us as we celebrate Father's Day and take a closer look at Psalm 37:5. What was David saying when he told us to "commit" to the Lord and what does that look like for us?
In this series, we will take a look at Psalm 37 and draw out some encouragement from the Psalmist. This week we will be focusing on our trust in God.
As we wrap up this series, we will take a look at the fruits in our lives. Real encounters with Jesus cause real change and that change in us shows us how Jesus "rewires" us. Join us this week as we conclude our series "Rewired."
Join us this week as continue our series Rewired. May you be encouraged by the love of God and His desire for you and your restoration in Him.
Happy Mother's Day! Today, we celebrate all of you! Thank you for showing us the love of God! Join us this week as continue our Rewired series.
Rewired. That's exactly what God wants to do with us. Our human brains have been "wired" to this world, but Jesus has come to "wire" us to Heaven. Join us this week as we look at the words of Jesus and how they change everything.
Everyone needs to be encouraged. Join us for a little encouragement from the book of Ezra.
Life is hard enough, without the constant bombardment of discouragement. No matter what season of life you are in, God wants to encourage you to draw closer to Him. In this message we will be looking at an encouraging word from the Lord through the book of Ezra.
The tomb is empty! Death has been defeated! Sin has been overcome! The Savior of the world has risen from the grave!
Join us as begin our journey into Holy week. Palm Sunday is Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem. What does that mean for us?
As we wrap up our Lent series, we will take a look at the concept of paths. Who guides your path? Who leads you? This week, join us as we talk about the importance of submitting to God and His will for our lives.
Patience is act an act of faith in that it anticipates the future. It's an act of hope in that it shows our trust in God and His timing. Join us as we continue to discuss Lent and how it can help us in the ordinary places of our lives. This week we talk about the Rhythms of the Ordinary in terms of patience.
As we continue our series, we are going to take a look at worship. What does it mean and what does it look like in everyday life? Join us this week as we continue talking about the rhythms of the ordinary.
For many, Lent is a time of getting rid of things in our life (bad habits, foods, etc.) However, what if we took a different approach? What would happen if we continued to get rid of our bad habits, but also added some good ones? What if we added forgiving others, or a deep prayer life? What if we added repentance and confession to our daily conversations with God? Join us this week as we take a look at honesty. Honesty with God and honesty with ourselves.
As we approach Easter, the Lenten season helps prepare our hearts and minds fro the Savior's resurrection. However, what is Lent? For those not from a "traditional" or "liturgical" background, lent can seem religious or obsolete. This Lent, join us as we break down the practicalities of the heart behind Lent and how you can incorporate it into your daily life. This is Rhythms of the Ordinary.
As we conclude our "What if..." series, we take a look at the spiritual. Many times, life is not simply how it appears. We can be so caught up in the problems of our everyday life that we are blinded to the resources of God that are all around us. Join us this week as explore the question, "what if we could see?"
Content. That can be a loaded word. A better word may be satisfied. Are you satisfied with your life? Are you satisfied with your marriage? Are you satisfied with God? All of the answers to these questions don't come down to circumstances or desire, they really come down to faith. Do you believe that God satisfies wholly and completely? Is your faith strong enough to be content on God, despite your current situation? Join us this week as we explore the question, "What if you were content?"
We've all come to desire peace, but does our mind really understand what peace is? Are we searching after superficial happiness in hopes of peace? Join us this week as we look at what peace really is... Jesus. As Christians, peace already lives inside of us. Let's take a look on how to "tap into" the Spirit in our lives.
In our newest series, we tackle the "what if?" questions in our lives. This week, we are looking at a character trait that Jesus so perfectly exemplifies, and we ask ourselves...what if we were humble? Join us as we take a look at humility, the church, and what it looks like in today's world.
When we say, "vision" we aren't just talking about hopes and dreams. We aren't talking about "what ifs" or "if onlys." We are talking about God-breathed, God-inspired things for Hope Church and for the Central Coast of California. This week join us as we look at our past (which shaped who we are) and talk about our future (which will shape where we are going). This week, we look at the story of us.
From the beginning, we are told how life is supposed to look. Get an education, get a successful career, find a spouse, have kids, save money, and retire with a lot of money. What if the rat race of society is the wrong race to run? What if all those things we're seeking after are only "bonuses" to the real race we were called to run in the name of Christ? Join us this week as take a look at our true adventure. Join us as we talk about running a different kind of race.
We all find ourselves rooting for the underdog. Whether in sports or in life, EVERYONE loves a good comeback story. This week, we look at one of the most famous comeback stories of all time... Joseph. Join us as we look at the things that mark a great comeback, and what God wants to teach and do with you in your's.
In part 2 of our New Year's series, we will look at those of us who are on the sidelines. It's easy to get overwhelmed, tired, and frustrated. However, none of those things should take us out of the "race" permanently. Join us this week as we take a look at getting back in the race.
It's easy to start something with great intentions, but the key to success is finishing. With all the talk about, "A new year and a new you," we wanted to look at what God says about life. In this series, we will examine how to live out the Christian faith and "run the race with endurance." Join us this week as we look at "running the race."
If there is one thing we all need during this season, it's PEACE! We're not just talking about the lack of conflict or stress, we are talking about a peace that you feel in your soul. A peace that regulates and restores you. A peace that can be found no where else but in Jesus. Join us as we look at Jesus, the personification of peace and giver of the peace that you are looking for.
As we wrap up our Advent series there is no better place to end than at the love of God. It is a beautiful crescendo where we can be confident that God's love surpasses all things. There is no way you can earn it, and no way you can lose the love of God. That is the beauty of the Gospel and that is the beauty of Christmas.
Joy. A word that can seem loaded at times. What is joy? How do I find it? When I catch it, how do I hold onto it? Joy isn't just an emotion or mind set, the Bible tells us that it is a gift from God. That gift is two-fold. It is a gift God gives us in our life, and it is the gift of the life of Christ. Join us this week as we look at true joy which can only be found in God.
As part of the human predicament, humans are by and large hopeless. Nothing can truly satisfy this longing inside each and every one of us except one thing...or is it one person? Join us this month as we take a new perspective on the Advent season and discuss "the who" of our hope. Jesus the Christ was born to us to bring us just the thing we all need...HOPE.
Family. It's the biggest blessing in your life and yet can be the hardest thing to handle. It's a place of joy and a place of anxiety. a place where you can be yourself and a place where you put on masks. Sometimes, we come pre-loaded ready to strike, knowing the conversations that you are about to enter into. This year, why don't we drop our rocks and extend grace. Join us this week as we continue our series Family Dynamics.
We all have them. We all love them. However, family can be a tricky thing especially around the holidays. Join us over the next few weeks as we help you navigate the murky waters of family dynamics. This week we will be focusing on changing our perspectives.
Join us this week as we welcome Pastor Rick Danna from Cornerstone Church in Anaheim, CA. He will be discussing what it takes to have different faith.
As we conclude our series on "A Taste of Heaven" let us look at another aspect of who Jesus is. Join us as we dive into the story of the woman at the well in John 4 and find out what it means to worship God in spirit and truth.
It's hard to give everything. We tend to old back the things closest to us. God, however, calls us to lay everything down at His feet. He's ask us to love Him with all of our being. Join us this week as we look at giving God everything and nothing less. This week we discuss laying it all down.
In our new series A Taste of Heaven we are going to look at what happens to a life that encounters Jesus. Everything seems to change. Life as we know it becomes more joyful, more fulfilling and full of purpose. It all seems to start with humility. Join us this week as we look at being humble.
As we wrap up this series, we look at an obvious yet difficult concept...trusting in God. Join us this week as we look at trusting and waiting on God as seen through the eyes of Isaiah.
In part two of our series, we discuss the importance of perspective. Sometimes, we just need to stop what we are doing and do what doesn't come naturally. We just need to change perspective from our's to God's. Join us this week as we continue our discussion on what to do when like gets tough.
It's hard being a human. Life is hard, our jobs can be hard, our relationships can be hard, and things can feel overwhelming a lot of the time. In our new series When Life Gets Tough, we want to tackle some of the ways we can combat the feelings of regret, hopelessness, and fear. This week we want to start with the basics. In other we want to start with our words. So when life gets tough, what do you say?
As we conclude our series on the Sabbath, join us in our discussion about Jesus' words about rest in Him. To find rest is ultimately to help find our true being. This week, we talk about entering in.
Taking a Sabbath can be difficult and tricky. In our hyper-paced, over-worked society, we can can find it near impossible to actually rest. But what does it mean to rest with God? Join us this week as we look at the Sabbath and what it ACTUALLY is and find out how even you can have one!
In today's society, we tend to value "lone rangers." We've been brought up thinking that if you do it by yourself, then you are stronger for it. However, society's way is not always the best. In fact, God says that life was meant to be done with others. Join us this week as we look at the importance of friendship and how it now only makes you better, but i makes others better too.
In our final message in this series, we look one of the hardest aspects of human life...overcoming. Whether it is addiction, relationship problems, financial issues, or personal things, overcoming them can be one of the hardest thing you ever do. Join us this week as we discuss how Jesus can get you through.
In the latest message of our series "Pathway to Freedom," we look at the concept of serving others. Serving, isn't really the problem in today's culture. Today's society, maybe more than any other time in history, is willing to serve others selflessly but what is our motive. Have we replaced the Godly example of serving others with one of serving because it makes a "feel good?" Have we turned service into an idol? Have we lost sight of the eyes of Jesus? Just us this week as we discuss the freedom to serve.
Forgiveness is one of those hard things God calls us to do. It's not just for the health of others, it's for us too. It's healing for the soul. We all know it to be true, but we all still have so much trouble with it. Why? Maybe it's because we are bound by the chains of regret, fear and anger. Join us this week as we discuss the freedom to forgive.
Let's be honest, we are all bound to something. We're enslaved to lies, false feelings of being unworthy, and quite possibly substances and things of this world. What if we could have freedom from it all? In our new series "Pathway to Freedom" we will be looking at things to have freedom FROM which will lead us to have freedom TO do the things God wants us to do. Join us this week as look at how to have Freedom to Love.
The heart of God is for us to be close to Him. It is for us to realize our dependency on Him, and His unwavering ability and desire to provide for us. To sum it up, the heart of God is for us to seek after the heart of God. Join us this week as we look at the heart of God found in Psalm 23:5.
Fear can be crippling. It can take away your dreams and even prevent you pursuing your God-given purpose. Join us this week as we continue to look at Psalm 23 and talk about how to overcome your fears.
There are a lot of things vying for our attention. Things that tend to guide our thoughts, motives, and lives. Join us this week as we continue to break down the 23rd Psalm and look at what happens when God alone guides us.
In this week's sermon, we look at what David really meant when he said, "I have all I need." Join us as we talk about being content upon God.
Join us as we continue to look at the the concept of God as "Shepherd" in the 23rd Psalm.
It can be easy to mistake our existence as life. Rest assured, though, real life only comes with Jesus and in community with other believers.
Join us this week as we begin our new 4 week series on the most famous Psalm. Don't let it's familiarity glaze you over. Let the freshness of the Word revitalize your love for this ancient song.
Join us as we continue our series "Love Does" based on the book by Bob Goff. This week we look at the idea that "doing" is far more important than just "talking." Being a Christian causes something to happen inside of you, which causes something to happen because of you. Scripture seems to point at the fact that faith has a lot more to do with simply believing.
Based on the bestselling book "Love Does" by Bob Goff, our new series dives into the "tangibles" of Christianity and loving others. This week we look at how our actions speak much louder than our words. Simply put, love doesn't just speak, love does.
As we finish up the Lent season, this week we look at Jesus' entry in Jerusalem. It was a journey that would end at the empty tomb, but that started on this day with the words, "Hosanna."
This week, we look at the character of Jesus and His motive behind loving and caring for others. Join us as we talk about molding and shaping our character to look more like Jesus' and how loving how He loved can make us into the people that He has called us to be.
There is a moment in time when every Christian must take an examination of themselves. This week we look at Jesus' time in the wilderness and His self reflection. An important part of Lent is self reflection and prayer. Join us this week as we face ourselves.
This week, we will look at the baptism of Jesus, what it means for us and how we can continue His heart. How can we be more kind, have more integrity, and be content with what we have. Today for Lent, we look at the concept of a "fresh baptism."
Lent is the time of season where we can look back and reflect on where we are in life. A moment in time that we can look at the Lord and look at ourselves and see the "shortcomings" in our life. Lent gives us the help to have a rebirthing, a renewing, a "restart" if you will. This week is the start of our Lent series and it begins with Emptying Self.
How are you living? Do you live for the one true God? Are you living up to everything He has for you? Do you listen to the name He has given you? Sometimes its in the wrestling of life where we find a breakthrough. Join us as we welcome our friend Pastor Robby Booth the week.
Having a simplified life isn't all about doing less. It's about going what matters. So what really matters in this life? Join us this week as we look at just that.
We all have them, but many of us don't realize or care how much they affect our relationship with God and those around us. What's so distracting? For many of us, it comes down to either plans or people. Join us this week as we tackle distractions and how to eliminate them from our lives.
This week we continue our series, "Simplify" with a look at guilt. Guilt traps us and confuses us and even sometimes causes us to abandon what is right for what is wrong. Join us this week as we continue to look at the story of Mary and Martha as they host Jesus for a meal.
Based on the book by Bill Hybels, this series is going to ask some hard questions. Are you over extended? Are you tired? Are you feeling like you are at your wits end? Maybe its time to simplify. Join us this week as we talk about being overcommitted.
There are a lot of "benefits" to following Christ, however, many of us fail to live within those blessings. Joy, peace, and freedom are just a few of the things that we talk about this week. So, dive in and join us this week as we discuss how we can "unwrap" the gifts of Christ.
Counterfeits, they're everywhere. Unfortunately, we have grown used to them and even accept them as reality. At Jesus' birth we encounter a counterfeit by the name of Herod, but what other counterfeit "kings" and "messiahs" do we have lurking in our lives? Join us this week as we identify counterfeits and discuss how to avoid them.
The gift of Jesus to the world was more than just salvation after death. God had something bigger in mind for us on earth as well. Join us this week as we discuss the gift of peace and how it can your's here and now.
The birth of Jesus, wasn't God's "last ditch effort" for humanity. Jesus was the plan all along! Join us this week as we talk about the "the gift" of Jesus as the "promise" to humanity long ago.
Hope keeps us going. Its what drives us. It is what makes like worth living. Hope has a name, and that name is Jesus. With Jesus, it becomes easy to sing. Joy spills out from every part of you, and you can't help but sing. What song are you singing?
When Jesus reigns over our lives, hope is inevitable. When we are true light of the King, we shine brighter. Join us this week as we discuss what it means to be people of hope.
Something happens when hope turns the corner of our faith. Action begins to take place. True hope has nothing to do with this world and everything to do with God. Therefore, when you have hope...it changes everything.