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Downtown Hope
Downtown Hope is an Annapolis, MD based church with a mission to see Gospel Transformation take effect in our city and the world.
Baked into our 21st-century American imaginary is a desire for the “new”- whether activities, objects, or ideologies. We are tempted to divert our time scrolling the latest conspiracy theory over being nurtured by the simple truths of God’s Word. In uncertain times and information saturation gnostic ideologies grow like weeds. Join us this Sunday as Joey walks us through 1 Timothy 4, where the apostle Paul challenges Timothy to encourage the believers to be aware of pseudo-christian sound bites and to focus on being formed in godliness through simple truths of good teaching!
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Join us this Sunday as we hear Paul remind us that the church isn’t a building we go to but a family we belong to. We’ll explore the “family song” of the early church and how Jesus’ story gives us a place at God’s table. Come ready to be reminded that because of Jesus, you belong.
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“I'll pray for you” is a promise that many people make.
But how many of us really pray? When we do pray, what percentage of our prayers are for our own concerns? This sermon looks at the issue of praying for people and examines some reasons why we need to do so.
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We’re launching a new series called The Potter’s Clay, where we’ll discover how God shapes our lives and our church through the Gospel. This Sunday, we begin with Paul’s story, where he calls himself “the worst of sinners,” yet he becomes living proof of God’s overflowing mercy. If God’s grace was big enough for Paul, it’s big enough for us. Join us as we explore how the Potter takes our broken clay and reshapes it into something beautiful.
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Join us this Sunday as we close out our journey through Nehemiah. We’ve seen exiles return home, walls rebuilt, worship restored, and promises renewed. But the final chapter ends not with triumph, but with a surprising prayer: “Remember me, O my God, for good.” What do we do with a story that closes like this? And how does that prayer point us to the One who remembers us, not for our failures, but for His finished work?
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Join us this Sunday as we continue our series in the book of Nehemiah. We’ll look at Israel’s stunning confession in chapter 9: “Here we are today, in bondage in the land you gave our ancestors to enjoy.” How could God’s people be home, but still not free? Together we’ll explore what it means to find true rest in Christ, even in seasons of distress.
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Are you parched from the intensity of life? We often feel exhausted- even the small things feel overwhelming- our capacity to handle 21st-century life, work, and pressures is limited. Generations before faced depression, famine, world wars, disease, extreme racism, and life without many of the modern amenities we enjoy today. And yet, at times, we feel completely overwhelmed by the smallest task.
In Nehemiah 8, God’s people had returned to Jerusalem, yet they were exhausted, parched from living in exile and rebuilding the temple and city's wall. Join us this Sunday as Joey walks us through this passage to discover the resource that offers us vitality to face whatever comes our way.
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"And they said, 'Let us rise up and build.' So they strengthened their hands for the good work."
Nehemiah 2:10
The walls of Jerusalem were destroyed and its gates burned when the Babylonians under King Nebuchadnezzar ransacked the city in 586BC. Besides a brief attempt by Ezra, nothing had been done to fix this problem for 140 years. Why would Nehemiah, a Jew held in captivity hundreds of miles away in the capital city of Persia, want or even think he could do something about it?
Join us as we learn the building blocks (pun intended) used by Nehemiah to accomplish this “good work” for the Lord in a remarkably short period of time.
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Join us this Sunday as we explore what God can teach us through Nehemiah about how RE-Sourcing was provided by continued prayer, recognizing God at work the moment, and understanding what needs to be requested.
Join us this Sunday as we step into the story of Nehemiah, a man whose heart broke before any walls were built. Before there was a plan, there was a burden. As Nehemiah weeps, prays, and remembers God's promises, we’re invited to realign our own hearts with His. Whether you're feeling powerless, weary, or unsure of where to begin, this is a story that reminds us: restoration always starts with prayer.
The things that our hearts are most fully set upon are the things that shape the form of our lives the most: the olympian athlete, the entrepreneur, and the political candidate alike are shaped by some goal they have set their heart upon. Join us this Sunday as Joey continues our series “RE:” through Ezra 7.1-10 to discover the good and beautiful form that begins to emerge when a human heart is set upon the study of the living Word of God.
The foundation is laid. The altar is rebuilt. Worship is restored. But it’s not all celebration. Some are shouting for joy, others are weeping. Join us this Sunday, as we step into a moment of tension in the story of Ezra, where rebuilding worship is both beautiful and bittersweet. We’ll discover what it means to worship God in the middle of our mess and what it looks like to be a people who worship faithfully, even when the story isn’t finished.
This Sunday, we launch our summer series, ReNew, a journey through the books of Ezra and Nehemiah. After decades in exile, Israel returns not just to their land, but to the wreckage of what once was: a ruined temple, broken walls, and a fractured identity. But God is not finished. This is a story of return, restoration, and renewal, and it all begins with a stirring. God stirs the hearts of both a pagan king and a faithful remnant to begin rebuilding. Renewal always starts with God moving beneath the surface, disrupting our comfort, and inviting us into His redemptive work.
Our Western culture is more isolated than at any other time in history- the relational fabric has been torn. Even the Church suffers from this epidemic, but what mending resource is available? Join us this Sunday as Joey guides us through John’s final letter to discover a quiet yet potent practice —an act of love that has an adhesive power to bind people, even strangers, together.
Today, it often feels like you have to make a choice. Be loving, or be truthful. Stand for something, or keep the peace. But what if that choice is a false one? This Sunday, we’re examining the short yet powerful letter of 2 John, where the apostle challenges us to walk in both truth and love, fully, faithfully, and without compromise.
1 John 5 will challenge your view of the “good life.” In a world chasing after fleeting “Daisies”—money, relationships, success—we’ll discover that eternal life isn’t a far-off reward, but a present reality found in the person of Jesus. Come hear how this deep, vibrant, covenant life can be yours—even when you don’t feel it. Join us as we unpack the love that grounds our assurance and reorients our hearts.
Ecclesiastes 4:1-12 - David Bempong
Life is not meant to be lived alone. In a world that pushes us to compete and compare, Ecclesiastes 4.4-12 calls us back to the strength and beauty of community. Join us this Sunday as we discover how true fulfillment is found when we move from striving alone to thriving together.
Ecclesiastes 3:1-15 - Joey Tomassoni
We can listen to Ecclesiastes 3 as a popular 1960’s tune that tickles the ear in theory. The difficulty comes in the rest of the chapter when appointed times arrive and disrupt our carefully curated and (seemingly) controlled lives. Longing for things to go the way they ought to is part of our image bearing nature (eternity in our hearts)- there should be peace, but then we read “there is a time for war” or we should never stop trying, but then we read “there is a time to give up.”
Join us this Sunday as Joey walks us through Ecclesiastes 3 to discover the challenges of thinking we are the keepers of time and the incredible freedom that comes from seeing through the situations to a God who has appointed everything in every season for His purposes.
Ecclesiastes 1.1-11 - David Bempong
We look into the opening chapters of Ecclesiastes, where the Preacher reflects on the fleeting nature of life, comparing it to a vapor: momentary and elusive. We’ll explore how this passage fits into the larger biblical narrative and why our pursuit of lasting meaning often leaves us empty. Ultimately, we’ll see how Jesus offers the fulfillment our hearts crave, pointing us beyond the temporary to the eternal.
Romans 12:3-8 - Anush John
The church is a complex organism made up of many parts. These parts include humans in various stages of life and in various points in their spiritual journey. What is the role of a person in a church? This sermon examines a personal evaluation and the way each person fit into the purpose of a church.
Acts 2.42-47 - David Bempong
Join us this Sunday as we look at Acts 2:42-47 and explore the powerful picture of the early church: a community marked by radical love, generosity, and devotion. We'll discover how the gospel fuels this kind of life together.
1 Corinthians 12:12-27 - Joey Tomassoni
We spend over 800 billion dollars per year ensuring our bodies are healthy and integrally whole- from our eyes, to our hands to our feet, we pay attention to every detail of every part. That is a lot of resource to ensure our bodily health is intact. In 1 Corinthians 12.12-27 Paul borrows this imagery and offers it as a metaphor for how important the wholeness and integration of Christ's body, His Church is. Join us this Sunday as Joey walks us through this vital passage to explore the importance of being "One Body" and why it matters for our church family in this season.
Matthew 28.16-20 - David Bempong
The Great Commission, found in Matthew 28:16-20, highlights how Jesus calls His followers to a life of purpose and mission. Just as the disciples stood on that mountain in Galilee, receiving a world-changing mandate, we too are invited into this divine mission: to make disciples, baptize, and teach others to follow Jesus. This isn’t just a task for the spiritually elite—it’s a call for all believers to bring the light of Christ into their everyday lives. Through His authority and power, Jesus equips ordinary people like us to be His agents of change, transforming our communities and beyond. So, through small acts of service or bold steps of faith, we are called to actively participate in God’s mission to reclaim and restore the world.
Psalm 139 - David Bempong
As we wrap up our summer series "Rise and Fall" through 1 and 2 Samuel, we shift from David's dramatic highs and lows to the deeply personal reflections found in the Psalms. In Psalm 139, one of David’s most profound writings, we discover the powerful truth that God knows us completely. This reality can be both comforting and unsettling, but we’ll explore how the Gospel changes our understanding of God's intimate knowledge, assuring us that in Christ, we are fully known and fully loved.
We are familiar with a definition of sin that is "missing the mark" but what about when we hit a mark with precision, but out of an alternate motivation? Join us this Sunday as Joey walks us through 2 Samuel 24 to discover an account from David’s life where we discover the consequences of doing good things from ill motives, how His heart is struck and how God, in His mercy, meets us.
How did the faith-filled, teenaged shepherd who took on the Philistine giant Goliath solely for the Glory of God become a diabolical schemer who turns to murder to cover up his adultery!!! Join us this Sunday as we see how sin, when given just a small foothold, can wreak havoc on an individual, leading to destructive and life-altering consequences. But we’ll also see grace and mercy on display, given by a Holy God, who is more than ready, willing, and able to forgive when true repentance is offered.
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David finally finds himself at a place of rest after a long season of turmoil and strife. He plans to honor God by building a house, only to have God redirect his plans. This passage reveals the human struggle to find lasting peace and security and how God's promises offer a deeper, more significant rest. Join us this Sunday as we uncover how God's covenant with David points us to Jesus Christ, who offers true rest for our souls.
Grace + peace,
David
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Join us this Sunday as we explore the haunting story of Saul's desperate search for direction, uncovering the devastating effects of hypocrisy and disobedience. We’ll reflect on the profound joy that is found in trusting when God seems silent and the danger of compromising our faith in desperate times.
Grace + peace,
David
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When we suffer a wrong from another person, a small tear opens in the tapestry of the cosmos. The lacerate cries out for justice. An eye for an eye feels right but only opens more tears. How can fissures of injustice be mended?
Every religion or ideology has some answer to this question, but unique to the Christian faith is a resource that has the power to mend moral injustices while averting further acts of violence. Join us this Sunday as Joey walks us through 1 Samuel 25 to discover this resource and what it means for our lives.
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For centuries the wisest thinkers, people like Plato, Aristotle, and Christian theologians, have known that envy is one of the seven deadly sins which are the root of all human misery. They viewed envy as a kind of unassuming enemy that should be taken seriously because unchecked it can bloom into a destructive force in our lives. In 1 Samuel 18, we find an account of what it looks like when envy runs its course, and a picture of what it looks like when the gospel frees us from its power. Join us this Sunday as we explore the nature of envy, how to spot it in ourselves, and the pathway to freedom from it.
Grace+peace,
Aaron
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The epic battle between David and Goliath is known throughout the world, even outside both the Jewish and Christian faiths. If you had to summarize the key lessons found in this story, what would they be? Join us this Sunday as Chris Adomanis helps us to see how this very familiar passage not only shows us how the newly anointed King David is an archetype of the person and work of King Jesus but is also an excellent example for those who follow Christ and want to be an influential member of His army!!!
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Join us this Sunday as we explore the account of David's anointing and discover how God looks beyond outward appearances to see the true worth of our hearts. We'll challenge the superficial standards of success and significance that may be imposed on us, uncovering the profound truth that our real value lies in what God is doing in our hearts.
Grace+peace,
David
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What is a good way to assess one’s devotion to God? Is it difficult to make an unbiased, accurate assessment of our relationship with God? Join us this Sunday as Anush John, a member of our Teaching team, helps us examine the rise and fall of one person’s relationship with God and its effects.
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Disappointment starts to grow in our lives when what we thought was going to happen doesn’t. Every day we are struck with disappointments that leave us thinking, “This is not what I thought it would be.” Disappointment comes in all shapes and sizes and impacts everyone. If we're not careful, disappointment can grow into a disorienting, debilitating force in our lives. Join us this Sunday as Aaron walks us through 1 Samuel 8-10 and we explore what it looks like when our lives are disoriented by disappointment and how to break free from it.
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Join us this Sunday as we journey through 1 Samuel 4-7, where we'll witness the unexpected rise of God's power in the midst of defeat and despair. We'll discover how God's presence remains constant, even when human efforts seem to fail. Amidst the triumphs and failures we often face, we'll be reminded that God's power stands above it all, offering hope in every situation.
Grace+ peace,
David
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Why do we so enjoy a serene landscape? As creatures with peace woven into our created fabric, we love things to be smooth and avoid conflict at all costs. The only problem is that the effects of sin are such that conflict infuses every human experience- it is completely unavoidable. Further, the consequences of avoiding pain only lead to more pain. Join us this Sunday as Joey walks us through 1 Samuel 3.1-19 to discover what happens when we find ourselves sleeping in the avoidance of our sin- unwilling to confront the injustices in our lives and our city and God’s grace for us despite our passivity.
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Join us this Sunday as we begin our new sermon series: Rise and Fall! The books of 1 and 2 Samuel narrate pivotal transitions in the life of God’s people, encapsulating the journey from scattered tribes to a unified kingdom. This narrative unfolds through three key movements: the rise and fall of Saul, Israel's first king; the transition from Saul to David, God’s chosen ruler; and the establishment of the monarchy. Within these movements, the lives of Samuel, Saul, and David are intricately woven, revealing the peaks and valleys that resonate with the human experience.
Samuel emerges as a steadfast prophet, guiding Israel through the shift from tribal leadership to monarchy, embodying the rise of divine guidance. Conversely, Saul's ascent to power serves as a cautionary tale, illustrating the dangers of unchecked ambition and disobedience, culminating in his downfall. David, on the other hand, embodies the complexities of leadership and the human condition, his journey from shepherd to king showcasing both potential for greatness and the sobering reality of moral failings. Through these narratives, we are led to contemplate the peaks and valleys of our own lives, ultimately finding hope and redemption in the ultimate King, Jesus Christ.
Grace + peace,
David
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A big part of our vision as a church is that our lives would be so shaped by Jesus that the places we live, work, and play would be impacted by the Gospel. Jesus had a way of breaking through the cultural, economic, and religious walls that tend to cause division and polarization. Jesus was not trying to collect a bunch of followers who would buy into an ideology or build a life that would insulate them from the world. He launched a movement with a vision to impact people in communities everywhere. The movement continued through people who patterned their lives after the way of Jesus and were empowered by the Holy Spirit to impact communities beyond the walls of Jerusalem, where it started. Join us this Sunday as we conclude our two-part series entitled Impact, where we are discovering how we can have a Gospel impact beyond our church walls.
Grace + peace,
David
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A big part of our vision as a church is that our lives would be so shaped by Jesus that the places we live work and play would be impacted... Jesus had a way of breaking through the cultural, economic, and religious walls that tend to cause division and polarization. Jesus was not trying to collect a bunch of followers who would buy into an ideology or build a life that would insulate them from the world. He launched a movement with a vision to impact people in communities everywhere. The movement continued through people who patterned their lives after the way of Jesus and were empowered by the Holy Spirit to impact communities beyond the walls of Jerusalem where it started. And it wasn’t because of the brilliance of a few key leaders or the efforts of a few pastors, ministers or evangelists. Impact happened beyond the walls of Jerusalem as the Gospel caused ordinary Christians–moms, dads, children, farmers, lawyers, doctors, entrepreneurs to bring the message of the Gospel to life in word and deed in the places they lived, worked, and played. And here’s what happened – people responded because someone they knew, worked with, or shared daily life with, took the time to share Jesus with them through words and through the way they cared for people. This is how the early church had gospel impact beyond cultural walls.
This Sunday we are going to look at a passage from Jeremiah 29 that will help us develop a foundation for Gospel impact beyond our church walls. See you Sunday.
Grace + peace,
Aaron
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Join us this Sunday as we wrap up our sermon series on James. In his final message to the church, James emphasizes one key point: Patience. But this isn't just any patience; it's deeply rooted in something profound beyond our wildest imagination.
Grace + peace,
David
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James starts the next section in our series "Mirror" with a question: Why do we fight? (4.1). His answer is both surprising and unsettling. Join us this Sunday as Joey walks us through James 4.1-10 to discover the source of our strife and the grace God gives to become a people who live at peace with one another.
Grace + peace
Downtown Hope
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There’s something every war, conflict, argument, fight, breakup, and downfall of entire nations has in common. They all started with something someone said, posted or commented. We’re living in an age of clickbait, comment wars, and increasing outrage; all driven by a war of words. Words are at the center of every relationship and everything we do. They have the power to make or break us and the people around us. According to one of the earliest church fathers, James, the brother of Jesus, the words we use don’t just reveal our opinions, they reveal something deeper about us. The things we say are like a mirror into our souls. This Sunday, we are going to talk about the weight our words carry and how to heal from the damage our words have done.
Join us at 9 or 10:45 am. There’s still time to invite a friend, neighbor, or coworker. Can’t wait to see you this Sunday.
Grace + peace,
Aaron
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In Chapter 2 of James, Jesus' half-brother pens one of the most evocative statements in the New Testament- that faith without works has no life in it- is effectively dead. Join us this Sunday as Joey walks us through one of the most contested passages in the New Testament to discover the significant relationship between our faith and our actions.
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James 1:1-18 explores the universal struggle of questioning God's goodness in adversity and learning to embrace trials as opportunities for growth and maturity. We’ll discover the importance of seeking wisdom from God and taking responsibility for our responses to temptation. Rejoice in the unchanging nature of God's goodness, providing a steadfast foundation amidst life's uncertainties.
Grace + peace,
David
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Join us this Sunday as we conclude our Easter Sermon Series. We'll meet two disciples on the Road to Emmaus where we will discover the transformative power of encountering the risen Christ in our daily journey. As the two disciples walked discouraged, Jesus joined them, opening their eyes to the scriptures and revealing Himself in the breaking of bread, illustrating that Christ walks with us even when we fail to recognize Him.
Grace + peace,
David
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Fractures in relationships, unresolved conflict, polarizing politics, tragedies, terminal illnesses, wars, injustice, economic crises are making it harder and harder to see any glimmer of hope. Not only are we anxious about the future, we’re growing more acutely aware of the darkness that hovers over all of creation. This growing sense of the darkness around us has a deep impact inside us. Is there any way to break the darkness and be set free from the grip of uncertainty? Good Friday is a time when the light of the world grew dim, but hidden in the darkness a new light emerged that broke the darkness. Join us on March 29 at 6:30pm for our Good Friday gathering.
Grace + peace,
Aaron
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“You first, but after me” is the prevailing relational ordering in the human condition- a Darwinian vision of the world at play in the milk aisle when there is one gallon left. The week before the trial leading to his death, Jesus entered the city of Jerusalem, offering an astonishing and counterintuitive vision of relational ordering. Join us this Palm Sunday as Joey walks us through Luke’s account of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem (19.28-40) to discover why it matters so much in our cultural moment and how we might be formed to be a people marked by humility.
grace + peace,
Joey
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Relationships are vital to our well-being–they have the power to make or break us. If we’re going to make it through the complexities, challenges, and conflicts we experience in our relationships, it’s critical that we understand why they tend to fracture and how to repair them. Galatians 5:25-26 and 6:1,14 offer us a guide for understanding the source of conflict in our relationships and how the gospel can unburden us from them. Join us this Sunday at 9 and 10:45 am for the last message in our series through Galatians titled Unburdened From Conflict in Relationships.
Grace + peace,
Aaron
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Join us this Sunday as we explore the profound wisdom of Galatians 6:2, where we're reminded to "Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ." We’ll uncover how we can lighten our burdens and find comfort in community. Come prepared to confront your burdens and discover the strength in vulnerability.
Grace + peace,
David
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There are character and behavior patterns in all of us, that those closest to us suffer through, that we have not been willing to acknowledge or address. Maybe we don't even know what they are. These patterns, whether direct or indirect, overt or hidden, can inhibit intimacy in our relationships, kill productivity at work, hinder thriving in our homes, and for some of us, have been a significant source of pain in our lives, and for those we love the most. These patterns over time can be the occasion for business partnerships dissolving, marriages unraveling, and families becoming divided for decades. Everyone around you has tried to bring it up, they wish you would listen, but you have been unwilling to hear. Why? Maybe you long to change, but you have been stuck, for years, maybe decades, and you have given up hope, as has everyone around you, that your life can be different.
What hope do we have for real, lasting change?
Join us at our Gatherings this Sunday as Joey walks us through Galatians 5.16-26 to discover why we get stuck in these patterns of our flesh and the most incredible news that real change is available and possible through the gospel of Jesus Christ in the work of his Holy Spirit.
Grace + peace,
Joey
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This week we turn our attention to a fascinating passage of scripture with deep Old Testament roots, Galatians 4:21-31. In this passage, Paul argues that Christians are like Abraham’s son, Isaac, born into freedom and not slavery. Join us as we clarify Paul’s argument and wrestle through what the nature of this freedom is.
Grace + peace,
John
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Join us this Sunday as we explore the profound promise God extends to His children, freeing us from the burden of restlessness. This passage reaffirms our identity in Christ, emphasizing that we are God's children and heirs to His promises. Let's celebrate the richness of this truth and embrace the freedom it brings.
Grace + peace,
David
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In the last few weeks, we have been walking through the first two chapters of Galatians, where Paul is insistent that the good news of Jesus is that there are no good works or religious activities that can render us righteous before God. Join us this Sunday as Joey walks us through Galatians 3.26-29 to explore one of the most astonishing implications of the truth of the gospel for how we interact with people whom we might consider "other."
Grace + peace,
Joey
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Join us this Sunday as we delve into a critical question sparked by Paul's examination of the Galatians' faith journey. Together, we'll reflect on our own experiences and celebrate God’s gracious invitation to us.
grace + peace,
David
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One of our deepest desires of the human heart is to live a justified life. Deep down we want to live a righteous life; a life that matters. In part, this desire is motivated by the nagging suspicion that no matter how hard we try or how hard we work, we never quite measure up. If we’re not careful, we end up going through life burdened by the pressure to perform and bought into the belief that in order for our lives to really matter we have to get good grades, land the right job, create the right future, marry the right person, or adhere to a certain set of religious beliefs. We’re pushed to perform because of the pressures of our culture, our childhood home, the people we look to for validation, or the pressures we put on ourselves. How can we break free from the performance trap? Join us this Sunday as Aaron walks us through Galatians 2:11-21 and shows us how the gospel is the power to break free from the pressure to perform.
grace + peace,
Aaron
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As physical beings, our tendency is to believe that the things we can physically measure or control, like the following of rules, are the things that have the power to justify our existence in the world. For a group in Galatia that depended on following rules for their justification, the message of the gospel that Paul proclaimed was unnerving. This group distorted Paul's message and was troubling (1.7) the church of Galatia by demanding they follow Jewish religious customs. Join us this Sunday as Joey walks us through the end of Galatians chapters 1 and 2, where Paul contends for the gospel he proclaimed and why it was so critical to be preserved for the church of Galatia and us.
grace + peace,
Joey
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Amidst the complexities of a changing world and the search for identity, the book of Galatians stands as a beacon, its core message revolving around the profound concept of justification by faith. Paul writes this letter to the churches in Galatia, tackling a specific concern of its time – the danger of adopting a legalistic approach to faith. The historical context of the first-century Roman Empire provides a backdrop where cultural and religious influences burdened the people, creating a tension between adherence to the Mosaic Law and embracing the freedom found in the Gospel.
We also carry burdens, whether they stem from living up to expectations imposed on us or the ones we impose on ourselves. Galatians illuminates the only thing that can free us from the weight we carry in this life. Justification by faith, the divine act achieved through the cross of declaring a person righteous, not by their own merit, but through faith in Jesus. This is the antidote to the burdens of striving to earn approval and self-worth. In a world grappling with the complexities of self-identity and societal expectations, such as the pressure of people pleasing and the pressure to perform, Galatians points to the liberty offered in Jesus, inviting us to find our true identity in the unchanging grace of God. It is the key that breaks the chains of expectations, allowing us to walk freely in God’s grace.
We desire that this Winter, as we study Galatians verse by verse through The Daily, discuss it together in our Groups, and are taught at our Gatherings, we will emerge with a newfound freedom in Christ.
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In Isaiah 40:27-31, the prophet reminds us that in weariness and doubt, God's understanding is beyond measure, and His strength knows no bounds. This truth lies in the word "wait,” unveiling the profound invitation for us to renew our trust in the Lord, knowing that those who wait upon Him will find renewed strength.
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In this sermon, we approach the topic of joy from a slightly different angle. Christian joy is powerful, not based on circumstances but on a relationship with God; but what does it mean to live in a relationship with a joyful God?
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Joy. On some level, everyone wants it. Everyone is looking for it. And our world is filled with voices that promise it. We have all experienced moments of joy–where everything seemed to be in perfect harmony. Even in times like this, we have an acute sense that the season will not last forever; it is only a matter of time before something sabotages our joy. Is there anyone who can deliver joy in a way that is everlasting? More than 2,700 years ago, the prophet Isaiah spoke of a king through whom an everlasting joy would come.
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In a season where we tend to feel pressure to be happy, many of us are working and walking through the traumas of life- the effects of sin in the world. Here our prevailing culture doesn't have a resource to negotiate the space between "putting on a happy face" and "acknowledging the ache of the world". Yet in Isaiah 9.1-7 we find people accessing a resource that has the power to scale the ladder of sorrow: joy. The question is where does it come from or what sources joy?
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As we enter the Advent season, we embark on a journey of anticipation and reflection. In the midst of the hustle and bustle, the message of Christmas stands as a beacon of joy for all. This Advent, we invite you to join us in exploring the profound words spoken by the angel in Luke 2:10, unlocking the transformative power of the good news that brings joy for all. This is a journey that leads us to the heart of Christmas, where the good news of great joy becomes transformative in our lives.
We desire that during this Advent season, the joy that surpasses all understanding will fill our hearts, homes, and communities, making this season truly special for all.
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In this sermon, Joey wraps up our journey through the book of Ephesians by exploring the mystery of the cosmic battle.
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How we spend our time ends up becoming how we spend our lives. Over a lifetime, the average person will spend nearly one-third of their time in a work environment. More than ever, workplaces are filled with people who are increasingly discontent, stressed, actively looking for a new job, or quiet quitting. Is there any way out of the epidemic of our discontentment with work and the people we work with? Ephesians 6 offers a way forward.
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In this sermon, we discover the profound wisdom found in Ephesians 6:1-4. This passage emphasizes the significance of children honoring their parents and the duty of parents to nurture and guide their children lovingly. Together, we will unpack these enduring principles, strengthening our families and celebrating the precious gift of children, culminating in child dedication.
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In considering how we relate to one another Ephesians 5.21-33 highlights a particular posture that might be confusing to our 21st-century imaginations: submission. Throughout the centuries this word has, without doubt, been wrongly applied to justify abuse in relationships and marriages. Yet this passage describes submission as one of the basic ways we are to live in relationship to one another.
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In this message, we explore the profound mystery of transformation described in Ephesians 4:17-24.
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Nations at war, political polarization, divisions in the church, conflicts within our own relationships, and the pressures of life reveal deep tears and the relational fabric of humanity. There’s an intensity to the disunity we experience that makes the notion of unity seem irrational. Despite this, Ephesians 4 proposes that unity across the most diverse lines of humanity is a reality we can experience. Join us this Sunday as Aaron helps us explore Ephesians 4:1-16 and how the gospel has the power to dismantle division and bring unity amongst diversity.
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In this week's sermon, we dive into Ephesians 3.1-13 to further contemplate the mystery of the gospel as the only resource charged with the possibility of bringing enemies, even Jewish and non-Jewish neighboring cultures, and our own relational fractures, together into a peaceful new humanity.
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In this sermon, we explore Ephesians 2:11-22, where we see God's plan to unite all things in Christ, dismantling the dividing lines of hostility we often experience. This passage will help us discover the mystery of the new humanity that God is at work forming and how we can embody God-honoring unity.
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As we continue our series through the book of Ephesians, we focus on verses 1:14-23 to discover how we can pray for one another.
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There is something more to this life, a mystery that, when discovered, has implications for how we live and view reality. Paul’s letter to the Ephesians is an invitation to rediscover and reawaken our sense of awe at the spiritual realities and hidden truths that shape our lives.
We will explore the revelation of truths that challenge our understanding of the world around us. We will navigate through various themes such as unity, identity, relationships, and the cosmic battle between spiritual forces. This book will highlight the profound implications of being part of a larger narrative, inspiring us to live out our faith with renewed purpose and dedication.
We desire that this fall, as we study Ephesians verse by verse through The Daily, discuss it together in our Groups, and are taught at our Gatherings, we will emerge with a deeper grasp of the mysteries of God and a clearer vision of the reality that transcends the mundane, leading us to live in alignment with His divine plan.
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We are physically, emotionally, and spiritually hardwired for deep community with others. Even though we have a deep need for community, it's also the source of some of our deepest pain and frustration. All of us are part of some kind of community and we've learned that it's only a matter of time before someone is hurt, offended, or upset about something. There seems to be "something in the water" that makes community so difficult.
What if there was a way to live in deep community with others that leads to deeper joy, health, and well-being? In this message, we explore Luke 6:12-36 and Jesus' promise of a new way of community, the components of it, and the power we need to experience it.
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Humans beget humans and so from our conception, we are bound together. From this anthropological reality arises a deep and mysterious desire (literally) innate to all people: to be in a relationship with other people. In an individualistic culture, we especially feel this need to be connected but it is also something we must resist.
Why?
Because it inconveniences us, it costs us something, it steals and disrupts the precious control we like to exercise over our lives. If you find yourself disconnected from people and stuck in how to find meaningful community join us this Sunday as Joey walks us through Genesis 2.18 to discover a biblical vision for “why community?”
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In chapter 4, Boaz demonstrates what it means to be a kinsman redeemer through his actions. As we wrap up our series in Ruth, we will look at the way one's actions help to define who the person is.
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Ruth chapter 3 opens with the suggestion of scandal. Through it, we'll discover that the way Ruth and Boaz relate to each other carries the potential to reshape culture.
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Ruth 2 introduces us to a man named Boaz, who is described as a worthy man. We will examine his kind actions toward Ruth and by extension, toward his kin Naomi. Were these acts done just out of obligation to the Law of God? Did he do them for selfish reasons, expecting something in return for his good deeds? Is generosity a spiritual gift one is born with or is it a trait or behavior one should strive to attain? Join us this Sunday as we discuss the example found in the life of Boaz and ponder the concept of living a generous life in today’s world.
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Continuing the narrative that began in the book of Judges, The Book account of Ruth tells the captivating story of a woman named Ruth who remains faithful to God and her family amidst difficult circumstances. This book takes place during the chaotic time of Israel being led by judges and yet it serves as a powerful reminder of how God uses our devotion as a means of grace in causing us to flourish even in the midst of turmoil.Through Ruth's loyalty and noble character, the book showcases the transformative power of God’s faithfulness.
This book provides a stark contrast to the prevailing themes of chaos and moral decline found in the Book of Judges when everyone did what was right in their own eyes. While the book of Judges demonstrates what happens when a community walks away from God’s sacred order, Ruth stands out as a beacon of hope and righteousness to those who remain faithful. The book demonstrates that even in a world filled with chaos, a community can remain faithful to God and experience His steadfast love, guidance, and ultimate flourishing.
Our desire is that over the next four weeks, as we study Ruth verse by verse through The Daily, discuss it together in our Groups, and are taught at our Gatherings, we will take heed to the message of Ruth, encouraging us, and fueled by the grace of the gospel, we would receive grace to remain faithful to God.
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One of the greatest tragedies of the notion of human autonomy is that it is a complete falsity. Physiologically there is no such thing as an autonomous human being. Our condition is utterly dependent on resources, including people, outside of ourselves. So when we read in the last verse in the Book of Judges (21.25) "that Israel had no king" it begs an important question for Israel and for us, worth considering: was there no king in Israel or in Israel was there some alternative king?
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That last portion of the book of Judges highlights the true tragedy of autonomy in great detail. This section of scripture unveils how far God's people have deviated from His way and the tragic consequences of their decisions. Through it all we see a man named Micah and his longing for God's goodness amid the chaos.
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As we continue our journey in the book of Judges, we read of Samson, a leader dedicated to God from birth and set apart by his supernatural gifts. One of the questions that surface in Samsons’ life is how he could be blessed with such supernatural gifts and behave ungodly? It’s a riddle that will be uncovered throughout this narrative. More surprising is God’s actions in the life of Samson.
In this episode, we unpack Judges 13-16 and learn more about our God who remains faithful to forgive, redeem, and restore, even after we’ve made choices that aren’t in our best interest.
The book of Judges shows a recurring pattern of Israel's disobedience and subsequent oppression. However, amidst this cycle, God's grace shines through. Join us this Sunday as we explore Judges 10 and see God's grace extended to His people, despite their repeated transgressions, reminding us that even in our darkest moments, His grace is available for all who call on Him.
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As Gideon’s life comes to a close and Abimelech rises to power, we discover Israel’s greatest enemy, and it’s not another nation. The greatest threat to Israel is the pride that has infiltrated their leaders and is beginning to infect the entire nation. Pride is a potent force that hides in the deep recesses of the human heart and the story of Abimelech shows us what can happen when we lose control of it in our lives.
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In our journey through the book of Judges, we encounter the next Judge: Gideon. This passage teaches us an important lesson about what happens when we don't fully appreciate God's power and presence in our lives. It shows us the consequences of underestimating God's greatness.
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June 18, 2023
Joey walks us through Judges 4-5 to discover a moment where the nation of Israel abandoned its autonomy and found strength through the most unexpected of resources.
Our prayer is that the account of Israel's courage in Deborah, Barak, and Jael will cause our church family to abandon ourselves to Jesus with utmost dependency! He is our true source of strength and courage in hardship!
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June 11, 2023
During Othniel's leadership, Israel enjoyed forty years of peace. However, this peace ended abruptly when they once again chose autonomy. In this sermon, David walks us through some unexpected events that unfold as we meet the next Judge. We will encounter a surprising deliverer who brings about salvation in the most unexpected way.
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June 4, 2023
Nothing puts our beliefs to the test like insurmountable circumstances. That is exactly where the Israelites find themselves in chapter 3 of Judges. They are surrounded by enemy nations and they have a choice to make. They can trust God or do things their way and choose autonomy. The choice they make can help us answer the question: is autonomy from God what we really want?
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May 28, 2023
In this message, David goes over the book of Judges and what we’ll be focusing on in this sermon series. Drawing a connection to our own lives, we see that the period of the Judges in which ‘everyone did what was right in his own eyes’ is being lived out today. Join us over the next 10 weeks as we dive deeper and explore what comes with the desire for autonomy.
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Series Synopsis:
Our moments of victory afford us our greatest temptations to fall. Israel entered the promised land and experienced the fulfillment of a long-awaited promise. It should have been the best of times but spiraled into the worst.
Judges is a tragedy. The downward spiral of the nation of Israel assimilating the prevailing culture into moral, spiritual and national demise. The book begins with Israel disobeying God in the wake of the victory He provided in bringing them into the promised land and ends in civil unrest. Throughout the many sub-tragedies of the account, the reader is reminded of Israel’s autonomy “everyone did what was right in their own eyes”. The book offers the accounts of various “Judges” or leaders who ruled over Israel between Joshua’s death and Samuel. Judges leaves the reader with the question- who can lead Israel out of its depravity and back into being the people of promise God called them to be?
This book has a powerful message because the period of the judges in which ‘everyone did what was right in his own eyes’ is being lived out today. Judges makes the case that living in this way is tragic. God doesn’t allow the people then, or us today to continue on this self-destructive path. He is always at work redeeming. This book constantly reminds its readers that there was no king in those days, revealing our innate desire to be led. Where Israel’s leaders fail, Jesus succeeds. He is the King we all need.
We desire that over the next few months, as we study verse by verse through The Daily, discuss together in our Communities, and are taught at our Gatherings, we will take heed the message of Judges- that fueled by the grace of the gospel we would live obediently to Jesus Christ and resist adopting the idols of our prevailing culture that we might be a people who act upon what is righteous in the Lord’s eyes.
Today Anush John is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 24:13-35
Today Anush John is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 24:13-35
Today Joey Tomassoni is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 21: 5-38
Today Chris Adomanis is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke20:19-26
Today David Bempong is Continuing our series titled Estuary as we look at Romans 12:1-3
Today Joey Tomassoni is Continuing our series titled Estuary as we look at Matthew 28:18-20
Today Jacob Springer is Continuing our series titled Estuary as we look at Acts 2:41-47
Today Joey Tomassoni is starting our series titled Estuary as we look at 1 Corinthians 15:1-4
Today David Bempong is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 19:1-10
Today David Bempong is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 18:18-30
Today Mark McGeever is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 18:9-14.
Today Chris Adomanis is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 17:1-10.
Today Chris Adomanis is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 17:1-10.
Today David Bempong is resuming our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 17:1-4.
Today Joey Tomassoni is continuing our series through the book of Deuteronomy titled The Precipice of Promise as we look at Deuteronomy 32.
Today Anush John is continuing our series through the book of Deuteronomy titled The Precipice of Promise as we look at Deuteronomy 30:1-20
Today David Bempong is continuing our series through the book of Deuteronomy titled The Precipice of Promise as we look at Deuteronomy 17-26
Today David Bempong is continuing our series through the book of Deuteronomy titled The Precipice of Promise as we look at Deuteronomy 12-16.
Today Joey Tomassoni is continuing our series through the book of Deuteronomy titled The Precipice of Promise as we look at Deuteronomy 6.1-9.
Today Isaac Vineyard is continuing our series through the book of Deuteronomy titled The Precipice of Promise as we look at Deuteronomy 2-3.
Today Joey Tomassoni is starting our series through the book of Deuteronomy titled The Precipice of Promise as we look at Deuteronomy 1.1-9.
Today Josh Young is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 15:11-32.
Today David Bempong is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 15:1-10.
Today Todd Smith is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 14:1-6.
Today David Bempong is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 13:22-30.
Today Isaac Vineyard is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 13:10-17.
Today David Bempong is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 12:22-34.
Today David Bempong is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 12:13-21.
Today Collin Savidge is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 10:38-42.
Today Luke Harbaugh is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 10:25-37.
Today David Bempong is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 10:3-9.
Today Joey Tomassoni is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 10:1-12.
Today, for our Easter service, David Bempong is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 24:1-12.
Today, Joey Tomassoni is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 24:1-12.
Today, Joey Tomassoni is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 19:45-48.
Today, David Bemong is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 9:49-50.
Today, Joey Tomassoni is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 9:23-37.
Today, Andy Lomax is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 8:40-56.
Today, David Bempong is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 8:19-21.
Today, Issac Vineyard is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 7:36-50.
Today, David Bempong is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 6:37-38.
Today, Joey Tomassoni is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 6:27-36.
Today, Colin Savidge is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 5:17-26.
Today, Joey Tomassoni is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 4:14-30.
Today, Joey Tomassoni is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 4:1-13.
This is the second and final mesage of our two-part #Realtalk series, "Gospel Transformation" with a sermon by David focusing on Ephesians 6:18-20.
This is the first of our two-part #Realtalk series, "Gospel Transformation” with a sermon by Joey focusing on 2 Corinthians 5:17.
Today, Collin Savidge is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 2:22-52.
Today, Joey Tomassoni is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 2:1-21.
Today, Joey Tomassoni is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 1:57-80.
Today, Joey Tomassoni is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 1:26-38.
Today, Joey Tomassoni is continuing our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 1:5-25.
Today, David Bempong is starting our series through the book of Luke titled Fulfilled as we look at Luke 1:1-24.
This weekend, Colin Savidge will be finishing our fall series through the book of Philippians titled “Press on” as we look at Philippians 4:10-23.
This weekend, a guest speaker, Isaac Vineyard will be continuing our fall series through the book of Philippians titled “Press on” as we look at Philippians 4:8-9.
This weekend, a guest speaker, Pat Linnel will be continuing our fall series through the book of Philippians titled “Press on” as we look at Philippians 4:1-7.
This weekend, David will be continuing our fall series through the book of Philippians titled “Press on” as we look at Philippians 3:17-4:1.
This weekend, Collin will be continuing our fall series through the book of Philippians titled “Press on” as we look at Philippians 3:12-16.
This weekend, David will be continuing our fall series through the book of Philippians titled “Press on” as we look at Philippians 3:1-11.
This weekend, Tom Hooe will be continuing our fall series through the book of Philippians titled “Press on” as we look at Philippians 2:12-30
This weekend, Isaac will be continuing our fall series through the book of Philippians titled “Press on” as we look at Philippians 2:1-11.
This weekend, Collin will be continuing our fall series through the book of Philippians titled “Press on” as we look at Philippians 1:18a-30.
Today, Joey Tomassoni continues our new series through the book of Philippians titled “Press On.” We continue in Phillippians 1:12-18a in a message entitled, “Fetch The Bolt Cutters”
Today, Joey Tomassoni kicks off our new series through the book of Philippians titled “Press On.” We begin with Philippians 1 in a message entitled, “Encouragement.”
Joey concludes our #Realtalk series by considering how new patterns, behaviors, and mindsets emerge in our lives. We also discover how deceptively simple, burdenless, and light the process actually is.
As David continues our series “Unveiled Faces” We will see how the truth of the gospel will invite us, with unveiled faces, to behold the glory of God.
Joey kicks off our new series “Unveiled Faces”. We all have veils – mechanisms we use to hide the things that we feel most ashamed or discouraged about – that we deeply want to change in us.
At Downtown Hope we talk a lot about "Gospel Transformation," but what does the process actually look like? In this series, our team will be sharing how we can practically step into a process of lasting transformation through discipleship with a few.
Today, David concludes our series Into the Wild through the book of Numbers. As we dive into Numbers 33, we will be encouraged to “Remember the Journey” as we recount the ways God provided for, protected, and cleansed the Israelite Nation.
In Numbers 22-24, the nation of Israel finds herself in the valley, deserving the consequences for her rebellion. Unbeknownst to her, something extraordinary is unfolding in the hills above. Even as we rebel and run from God, He is doing things we can’t see and using people we would never expect to accomplish his promise of blessing for our lives.
Listen this week as our Student Director, Collin Savidge, shares from Numbers 21:1-9 to discover how we can experience victory even in a wilderness of defeat – victory from your past, present, and future!
This week, listen as DH Elder, Chris Adomanis, shares from Numbers 20, helping us peer into God's perfect justice as we continue in our series through Numbers: Into the Wild. Speaker: David Bempong Series: Into The Wild Passage: Numbers 17:1-13
This week, listen to David Bempong as he shares from Numbers 17 as we discover God’s answer for our grumbling. Speaker: David Bempong Series: Into The Wild Passage: Numbers 17:1-13
Today, Joey Tomassoni teaches from Numbers 13 + 14 as part of our current series, Into The Wild through the book of Numbers.
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Today, Joshua Young teaches us how Israel begins to grumble against the Lord and we are challenged to repent from our own grumbling.
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Listen in to find out what's happening at Downtown Hope and hear an update on Student Ministry.
This is the second and final message of our two-part #Realtalk series, "Leaping the Stall” with a sermon by Joey focusing on Malachi 4:2.
The DH Download is our way of keeping you up to date. Listen in to hear our discussion about Racial Justice.
This is the first message of our #Realtalk series, "Leaping the Stall” with a sermon by Joey entitled "Healing Wings" focusing on Malachi 4:2.
The DH Download is our way of keeping you up to date. Listen in to hear about Healing, the Grease Team + June Sim
Today, Joey concludes our series "An Unexpected Resolution" in Matthew 28.16-20 where we learn about Christ’s call on our lives as His disciples.
The DH Download is our way of keeping you up to date. Listen in as Jen gives an update on our Women of Hope ministry.
Join us online for our Gathering as we continue our series, "An Unexpected Resolution."
Speaker: Todd Smith
Join us online for our Gathering as we continue our series, "An Unexpected Resolution."
Speaker: David Bempong
Matthew 21:33-42 - Jesus shares a parable to remind us that we are tenants and God is the owner. As such, we ought to bear fruit.
The DH Download is our way of keeping you up to date. This week, hear from Daniel Hollidge and Janice Keating as they give an update on Love Anne Arundel County, a coalition of churches and organizations collaborating together to help meet the most critical needs among our most vulnerable neighbors.
Join us online for our Gathering as we continue our series, "An Unexpected Resolution."
Speaker: Joey Tomassoni
Matthew 14.13-21 - We will look at a well-known miracle of Jesus and learn how He is able to handle any insurmountable problems that we will face.
Join us online for our Gathering as we continue our series, "An Unexpected Resolution."
Speaker: Anush John
Matthew 14.13-21 - We will look at a well-known miracle of Jesus and learn how He is able to handle any insurmountable problems that we will face.