Vista Community Church Messages: Recent Episodes
Mike Smith
September 29, 2024 - Eric BiddleBased on a chapter of “On the Table” (a study by Rooted)
September 22, 2024 - Pastor Mike SmithBased on a chapter of "On the Table" (a study by Rooted)
A morning to celebrate! Hear about some of our partners at the Northwest HUB Launch Sunday, as well as the introduction to the new series, "On the Table".September 15, 2024 - Adam Heath & Mike SmithFeaturing TaKasha Smith, Pastor Norman Brown (J. Jireh), & Dr. Tim Stauffer (Beacon Counseling)
The Kenya24 team members share about their recent trip and give insight into how they saw characteristics of God displayed during their travels and interactions with our friends on the other side of the world.
Pastor Mike and Dr. Tammy Smith - August 18, 2024A 3-week series about finding spiritual flourishing in the midst of floundering relationships___________________There is a tendency these days to think that giving up on relationships when they become difficult is the height of wisdom. While one can certainly see how a relationship that is physically, emotionally, and spiritually dangerous ought to be ended, it seems to grate against Christian hope to abandon relationships at the onset of difficulty. Yes, many dangers, toils, and snares are likely to come along and trip up even healthy relationships. In a world where relationship is at the core of the created order, and sin is tearing at the very fabric of creation, we need to prayerfully consider what to do next when a relationship suffers a set back. What do the Scriptures say? What did Jesus demonstrate during His life for what to do in order to bring about spiritual flourishing in the midst of floundering relationships. When we have been tripped up, what will it look like to get back on our feet again?
Pastor Mike and Dr. Tammy Smith - August 11, 2024A 3-week series about finding spiritual flourishing in the midst of floundering relationships___________________There is a tendency these days to think that giving up on relationships when they become difficult is the height of wisdom. While one can certainly see how a relationship that is physically, emotionally, and spiritually dangerous ought to be ended, it seems to grate against Christian hope to abandon relationships at the onset of difficulty. Yes, many dangers, toils, and snares are likely to come along and trip up even healthy relationships. In a world where relationship is at the core of the created order, and sin is tearing at the very fabric of creation, we need to prayerfully consider what to do next when a relationship suffers a set back. What do the Scriptures say? What did Jesus demonstrate during His life for what to do in order to bring about spiritual flourishing in the midst of floundering relationships. When we have been tripped up, what will it look like to get back on our feet again?
The Cambodia24 team members share about their recent trip and give insight into how they saw characteristics of the names of God displayed during their travels and interactions with our friends on the other side of the world.
Dr. Tammy Smith | September 10, 2023 Soul Healing is an invitation to experience thriving in God’s good plans, wisely navigating the effects of brokenness, and living daily in the unconditional love and freedom of Christ. In this series, we will journey together to see what has kept us from living the abundant life Jesus […]
Dr. Tammy Smith | September 3, 2023Soul Healing is an invitation to experience thriving in God’s good plans, wisely navigating the effects of brokenness, and living daily in the unconditional love and freedom of Christ. In this series, we will journey together to see what has kept us from living the abundant life Jesus promises in John 10:10 as well as avenues for God’s peace and joy to be greater realities in our everyday lives. Packed full of Scripture and practical application, come expectant and see how God will meet you.
Dr. Tammy Smith | August 27, 2023 Soul Healing is an invitation to experience thriving in God’s good plans, wisely navigating the effects of brokenness, and living daily in the unconditional love and freedom of Christ. In this series, we will journey together to see what has kept us from living the abundant life Jesus […]
Dr. Tammy Smith | August 20, 2023 Soul Healing is an invitation to experience thriving in God’s good plans, wisely navigating the effects of brokenness, and living daily in the unconditional love and freedom of Christ. In this series, we will journey together to see what has kept us from living the abundant life Jesus […]
Dr. Tammy Smith | August 13, 2023 Soul Healing is an invitation to experience thriving in God’s good plans, wisely navigating the effects of brokenness, and living daily in the unconditional love and freedom of Christ. In this series, we will journey together to see what has kept us from living the abundant life […]
Dr. Tammy Smith | August 6, 2023 Soul Healing is an invitation to experience thriving in God’s good plans, wisely navigating the effects of brokenness, and living daily in the unconditional love and freedom of Christ. In this series, we will journey together to see what has kept us from living the abundant life Jesus […]
Eric Biddle | July 2, 2023 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The Wisdom Literature of the Hebrew Bible is a gift to us. These inspired authors look at the world around them, and at their own hearts, and set about giving us insight on how to live and what the good life looks like. As is true with much […]
Vista staff members along with TaKasha Smith, Sharon Kozar, Eric Biddle, and Debbie Salazar | February 19, 2023
Mike Smith and a panel representing relationships from different walks of life | September 25, 2022
For through the law I died to the law so that I might live for God. I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me…
And hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured out into our hearts, through the holy spirit…
When we come together in unity, God will pour anointing on the Church that blesses us, the land, the nation, and our neighbors.
Dr. Tammy Smith + Pastor Lisa Travis join Pastors Mike Smith and Chris Kelley to discuss mental health.
Have you burned the boats of life that promise security, provision and peace…leaving yourself no option but to receive such things from God?
Corinne Evans joins the team to discuss diversity in our circles, Easter, and the Church.
What would you do if you got a call that Jesus was coming over for dinner in a few weeks?
Celebrating and reflecting on how Rooted has changed us and how the church will look different going forward.
Mary Clark joins the conversation about God in the midst of suffering, hardship, and grief.
God is heard when you’re rooted at the humble, prayerful, faithful and perpetual intersection of the Spirit, scriptures, and saints.
Pastor Mike and the teaching team are joined by Pastor Chris Kelley to reflect on 2020.
Pastor Mike and the teaching team are joined by Pastor Chris Kelley to reflect on 2020.
Stop trusting other kings and giving your heart to other causes. The King and Kingdom are available to you.
Pastor Mike, Adam Heath and Pastor Justin discuss last week's message, The Result of Repentance.
When we fail to repent when God calls us to repent, we end up at a place where we can no longer repent.
There’s more that God wants to do through you, for you, and to you so that the rule and reign of God can be birthed in this place of worship.
How you love others has less to do with what you do but everything to do with knowing, embracing and living out of who YOU are…
Worshipping God is getting to know Him…but worship isn’t complete unless the one you’re worshipping knows you.
God doesn’t care about your dreams…What God cares about is you getting in alignment with His dream.
If our foundation is having God’s perspective of relationships, then the first floor is selflessness and the practice of forgiveness, communication, and encouragement.
Perhaps it's time we outgrow the notion that the purpose of our relationships is to provide a steady drip of feel-good fuel for our delicate self-esteem. —Erin Davis
The Spirit of God is moving, drawing, and bringing about a new humanity…calling humanity to faith in the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
We’re invited to believe in a historical, rejected, fully man and God, Jesus and the completion of His promise. Is this the Jesus you believe in?
It's not hard to take a step of faith in God. What's hard is staying there when it gets crazy.
The reason the church can aspire to unity is because its origin was and is still rooted in oneness.
Adam Heath speaks to us about living in the moment while still keeping our eyes set on the horizon.
Adam Heath teaches how our partnerships across the globe are changing the ways we do church.
Right now, the only thing truly unprecedented is you and the choices you will make in the midst of uncertainty.
Adam Heath teaches that when God gives us grace, truth and love, we are not to hold tightly to it, but rather to give it away to others.
Adam Heath reminds us that we must be honest and aware about how we fit into God’s story.
Exploring the story of Lazarus to explain the significance of placing our aim on the greatness of God.
Adam Heath teaches that we cannot survive by only removing harmful things from our lives. We must allow ourselves to be filled up by the goodness of the Lord.
Mary is an exemplary mother to all of us as one whose identity was rooted in being chosen by God.
Adam Heath explains how being lost enough to let ourselves be found can teach us to follow the voice of the Spirit.
During difficult times, we may sometimes feel like our hearts no longer have a song to sing. However, we will always have God’s everlasting song of hope and joy within us.
Adam Heath reminds us to live in light of Jesus' resurrection. Reflect on these words and rest in the Lord today.
We are experiencing a rare all-world crisis that is going to change everything, including you.
If the Holy Spirit is alive in you, will he be evident and working in the lives of others?
Dr. Tammy Smith discuss how we’re doomed to crash in our present if we keep our gaze focused in the past.