Arborway Community Church

Have you ever wondered if you really belong? In Acts 10, Peter meets a sincere, generous, deeply religious man named Cornelius. Cornelius discovers that being a good person isn't enough. In one of the biggest turning points in the Bible, God tears down the walls separating insiders from outsiders and reveals that salvation isn't based on race, religion, morality, or background. It's found in Jesus alone. Join Pastor Ivey as we explore how God doesn't play favorites, why everyone needs the gospel, and what it means to become part of God's family.

No one likes to be wrong, but what if admitting you're wrong is the first step toward finding life? In this message from Acts 9, Pastor Ivey explores Saul's dramatic encounter with Jesus and shows why Christianity begins with humility, grows through repentance, and calls us to doubt our doubts as much as our beliefs. Whether you're skeptical, searching, or have followed Jesus for years, this sermon will challenge you to trust the One who is always right.

What do you do when life falls apart? In this powerful message from Acts 8 and Lamentations 3, Kim Findlay shares her deeply personal story of loss and the incredible faithfulness of God through unimaginable grief. Discover how God meets us in our hardest moments, why suffering doesn't have the final word, and how He can use even our deepest pain to reveal His goodness and draw others to Jesus. If you're struggling to trust God or simply need hope today, this message will remind you that His mercies are new every morning and His goodness can still be seen—even in the land of the living.

What gave Stephen the courage to stand before an angry crowd and forgive the people who were killing him? It wasn't extraordinary talent or fearlessness. It was a clear vision of Jesus. In Acts 6-7, we discover that ordinary Christians become extraordinary when they keep their eyes fixed on Christ. If you've ever felt distracted, discouraged, or afraid to live out your faith, Stephen's story will show you where true courage comes from and why a clear vision of Jesus changes everything.

The early church was thriving. Then, suddenly, everything came to a screeching halt with the story of Ananias and Sapphira. Why would God strike down two church members in the middle of a revival? Acts 5 reveals that God takes hypocrisy far more seriously than we do. Ananias and Sapphira cared more about looking holy than actually being holy. In this message, Pastor Ivey will explore why authenticity worship matters to God. The church becomes unstoppable when we stop performing and start walking honestly before God.

Why did Christianity spread so powerfully in a hostile world? In Acts 3–4, we see how a fearful Peter now boldly preaches Christ. What changed? This week Pastor Ivey explores how the Holy Spirit transforms ordinary, fearful people into courageous witnesses for Jesus. We’ll see that biblical boldness is not personality, arrogance, or having all the answers. It’s confidence rooted in the resurrection of Jesus and empowered by the Spirit of God. If you’ve ever struggled to live openly for Christ in a skeptical culture, this message is for you.

The early church had no political power, no wealth, no military, and no cultural influence. Yet within a few centuries, Christianity reshaped the Roman world. Historians admit something extraordinary must have happened. Acts 2 tells us what it was. This sermon explores Pentecost, the coming of the Holy Spirit, Peter’s proclamation of the resurrection, and the explosive birth of the church.

What happened when Jesus left? It may have seemed like the mission was ending, but it wasn't. It was just getting started! This week we will see how the risen Jesus continues His work through the church empowered by the Spirit. The early church didn’t spread through force, politics, or cultural dominance, but through faithful witnesses centered on Christ. Watch this week as Pastor Ivey helps us understand our place in the continuing mission of Jesus.

This week we’re finishing our resurrection series by looking at Daniel 12:1-4, one of the clearest and most powerful passages about the resurrection of the dead. In a world that feels chaotic, unresolved, and broken, Daniel reminds us this isn’t the end of the story, it’s only the middle. One day the dead will rise, everything will finally be settled, and God will make all things right. Watch this week as Pastor Ivey shows us how our future resurrection changes how Christians live today.

In this world it often feels like we don't have enough, so we keep chasing more. More success, more security, more control, more proof that we matter. But what if that’s not the problem? In Colossians 2–3, Paul makes a bold claim: Jesus is enough. This week Pastor Ivey shows us what the Scriptures say it means to believe that Jesus is truly enough.

What do you do when your faith starts to slip? Doubt is something every thinking Christian faces, but it doesn’t have to lead to losing your faith. In this sermon, Pastor Ivey brings us to story of Doubting Thomas. We see the gracious way Jesus responds to honest doubt. We find the key isn’t having perfect faith, but having your faith anchored in the right place.

Most of us think our lives just need a little improvement, but what if the problem goes deeper than that? In this message from 1 Corinthians 15, Pastor Ivey looks at why the resurrection of Jesus doesn’t offer a tune-up, it offers something far better: a whole new life. Watch and see how life isn’t about becoming a better version of yourself. It’s about being completely changed.

No one wants to believe a lie, but to some extent, we all do. In this Easter message from Luke 24:36-49, Pastor Ivey explores three destructive lies that can negatively shape our lives if we let them. We’re going to see how Jesus's resurrection confronts each one and offers us hope. The question is: are we really living like the resurrection true?

Was Palm Sunday another moment in history, or was it all meticulously planned? This week Pastor Ivey explores how Jesus Christ entered Jerusalem not by accident, but with purpose. He was fulfilling centuries of prophecy and revealing that he rules the universe. Now, if Jesus truly is the King, what does that mean for our lives, our trust, and our need to surrender?

We're always promised change by our political leaders. Yet the same problems keep coming back. Why? Because the issue isn’t just out there, it’s the human heart. In this message from Luke 10, Pastor Ivey will look at why politics and good intentions aren’t enough, and how Jesus offers a better solution that actually gets to the root of what’s broken.

Most people want a life that matters, but end up stuck in routine, comfort, and quiet frustration. In this message, Pastor Ivey will bring us to the story of Elisha. We'll discover that following Jesus is anything but boring. If you’ve been feeling stuck, purposeless, or like there has to be more, this message will challenge and encourage you to step into the life you were created for.

When Mary pours out expensive perfume on Jesus, the disciples are shocked. To them it looks reckless and irresponsible. But Jesus says her act is beautiful. In this message Pastor Ivey helps us explore the tension between a life spent chasing comfort and a life poured out in devotion to Christ.

In Acts 17, Paul tells a city drowning in idols that the God they’re searching for isn’t far away. Though Athens was deeply spiritual, it was still restless. So much so that they built an altar “To an Unknown God.” Paul reveals that this unknown God is the Creator who gives life, sustains all things, and has come near through Jesus. Pastor Ivey shows us how Boston is searching for meaning in success, identity, and achievement, but those idols never deliver. The good news is this: the God you’re looking for has already come close.

Hell is one of the most misunderstood and avoided teachings in Christianity. For many, it feels cruel, outdated, or impossible to reconcile with a loving God. So how can Christians believe in it? In this message, Pastor Ivey helps us wrestle honestly with what the Bible says about hell. Most importantly, we explore how the cross of Jesus changes the conversation, revealing that this isn’t about fear or manipulation, but about right, wrong, justice, and rescue.

Many of us know the story of the prodigal. While Jesus tells a parable of a son who is prodigal with his inheritance, the real focus of the story is a father who is prodigal with his love. In this story we get a perspective on the God's character that we often overlook. We see how deeply God loves us, and it's even deeper than we can imagine. This week, Pastor Ivey helps us explore the true heart of God and what happens when we come home.

In John 6, Jesus makes one of the most shocking statements in the Bible: “Eat my flesh and drink my blood.” It wasn’t a glitch; it was the point. Jesus refuses to be sampled, used, or treated as a means to a better life. He demands an all-in response. When the crowd walks away, Peter stays and asks the only question that matters: “Where else would we go?” This week Pastor Ivey helps us explore why Jesus isn’t useful, he is life itself.

We all face the struggles of life, and it’s natural and good to ask God to deliver us from them. But what happens when He doesn’t? It can be tempting to think He’s forgotten us or doesn’t care. But what if the opposite is true? In this message, Pastor Ivey walks through Romans 8 to show how God is at work even in our hardships.

Being religious can look really impressive, but it religion and transformation are not the same thing. In Luke 18, Jesus tells a story about two prayers and two very different hearts. This message explores why self-justification falls short, how repentance leads to freedom, and why honest dependence on God matters more than religious performance.

It’s easy to look at our lives and wish we were further along than we are. Many of us carry quiet disappointment about our jobs, relationships, or families. This week, Pastor Ivey takes us to the story of Elijah to explore what it looks like to accept where God has placed us, recognize our limits, and find rest after pushing ourselves too hard for too long.

Life rarely slows down. With so much competing for our attention, it’s easy to lose sight of what matters most. This week, Pastor Ivey takes us to Luke 10 to uncover the one thing Jesus says is truly necessary, and the four simple actions that help us stay focused in a distracted world.

We often look for dramatic spiritual breakthroughs, but real change usually comes through quiet faithfulness. This week, Pastor Ivey teaches on a foundational spiritual discipline that brings us closer to God and shapes every part of our lives.

Love is essential to joy, but not all love is the same. We use the word for tacos and family, movies and marriages. So what does real love actually mean? This week, we turn to Scripture to discover the depth and beauty of the love that gives us true joy.

Some people love Christmas. Others feel indifferent. And for many, it’s a painful season to get through. But what if real joy isn’t tied to circumstances at all? This week, Pastor Ivey explores why Christmas can be a season of deep, lasting joy. Not because of gifts, lights, or traditions, but because of Jesus.

The world is noisy, our hearts are anxious, and the peace we crave always seems a step out of reach. Yet, what if the peace you’re missing is actually the peace that gives every other kind of peace its power? Join Pastor Ivey this week as he shows us where true peace begins and how it can change your life.

When life feels dark and heavy, joy can seem impossible to find. But Advent begins with a promise: light breaks in. This week we’re kicking off our new series on Joy by looking at how the hope we have in Christ can produce real joy, even on the days when joy feels out of reach.

This week we wrap up the Apostles’ Creed by looking at the future God has promised. Many think Christianity is just about avoiding hell, but Scripture paints a far bigger, better story. Pastor Ivey walks us through our real destiny: resurrection, renewal, and the new heavens and new earth. If you’ve ever wondered how the story ends, this one’s for you.

Is the church essential or just a nice add-on to the Christian life? If you’ve ever wondered whether gathering with God’s people still matters, this message is for you. Pastor Ivey unpacks Ephesians 4 to show why the church is God’s plan to heal, transform, and reach the world.

Some theologians have called the Holy Spirit “Forgotten God.” And for many believers, that’s true. We talk about the Father and the Son, but rarely about the Spirit. Yet without the Holy Spirit, there’s no power, no transformation, and no real Christian life at all. This week, Pastor Ivey unpacks who the Holy Spirit is, what He does, and why your faith depends on Him. Don’t miss this chance to rediscover the One who makes the Christian life possible.

Judgment sounds scary… until you see it through the eyes of grace. In this message, Pastor Ivey reveals how Christ’s return and judgment are not something to fear, but something that fills believers with unshakable hope.

We all know about the cross and the resurrection. But what about what came next? After Jesus rose from the dead, He didn’t just disappear; He ascended, He reigns, and He’s still at work today. Pastor Ivey unpacks why the ascension and enthronement of Jesus are essential to your faith and your life right now.

Death comes for everyone... even Jesus. But what looked like the darkest moment in history became the greatest victory of all time. In this message, Pastor Ivey unpacks how the death of Christ turns our deepest fears into a living hope. The cross meant to kill was His victory, and it can be yours too.

What if God actually stepped into our world, into the dirt, the struggle, and the mess of human life? This week, Pastor Ivey unpacks one of the greatest mysteries in the Bible: the Incarnation. More than a deep theological idea, this truth changes everything about how we see God, ourselves, and the world around us. Discover why the Incarnation isn’t just something to believe in, it’s something to live by.

“Who is Jesus?” That’s the most important question you’ll ever answer. In Matthew 16, Peter declares, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” This week, Pastor Ivey unpacks why that confession still changes everything—and how the Apostles’ Creed helps us see who Christ really is.

This Sunday, we’re kicking off a new series on the Apostles’ Creed. Pastor Ivey will show why these ancient words aren’t just history but a foundation for modern life. Your beliefs shape who you are and how you face life... don’t you want to make sure they’re rooted in the right place? Watch and discover the core beliefs every Christian needs.

We all want to be remembered. We all want to make a positive impact on the world. Through the Lord, each one of us can make our mark on the world, not just for this world, but for eternity. This week Pastor ivey shows that our ministry matter's in God's plan. Watch and learn 10 essential reasons our service to God is the #1 one thing we will be remembered for.

Some things in life aren’t meant to be done alone: concerts, movies, bowling nights… and church! God designed you for community, not isolation. Church isn’t just a sermon to watch or music to enjoy, it’s a family to belong to. This week, Pastor Ivey reveals how the early church used four simple patterns that made them extraordinary. Watch and see church in a whole new way.

We all know physical and emotional growth matter. But there’s one kind of growth Christians often forget (And it’s the most important of all). In Colossians 3, Pastor Ivey reveals why real spiritual growth requires two things: feeding your soul and putting your old life to death. Join us this week as we see how God is doing both in your life.

We've all had experiences that ruin every other experience in that category. For instance, maybe you've watched a movie that made every other movie seem lesser. Or you've eaten a sandwich that defined what sandwiches should taste like. In a sense, those experiences wreck us. That's what Jesus does to our lives. Watch this week as Pastor Ivey shows us how Jesus wrecks our lives, but in the most beautiful way.

This week one of Arborway's elders brings a powerful message about the Parable of the Sower. Is your heart prepared for God's word? Watch this week and Wale Ilori brings God's Word from Mark chapter 4.

In Colossians, the Apostle Paul unveils the greatest mystery in the Bible. Believe it or not, it’s not the location of the Ark of the Covenant, the identity of the anti-Christ, or even the timing of Jesus’ return. Those might spark curiosity, but they pale in comparison to the ultimate mystery: Jesus Christ Himself. This week, Pastor Ivey unpacks how Christ is the revealed answer to our deepest and most important questions.

This week Pastor Olu Fakaye guest preaches and gives a powerful message from Luke 15. Olu is the pastor of New Inspiration Church in Boston's Hyde Park neighborhood.

Who really runs the world? Politicians think they do. Influencers act like they do. But the truth? None of them actually do. This week, Pastor Ivey takes us to Colossians 1:15-23 and unpacks a beautifully rich passage that reveals the real ruler of everything: Jesus. Don’t miss this message as we unpack three powerful ways Jesus rules the world.

This week we start a new series in the book of Colossians. Our new series will explore Christ, the one who is greater. But in this first message Pastor Ivey starts us off by showing us what the Bible says a great church is. What makes up a great church isn't what we most people expect, but the good news: Any church can be great. Watch this week's message so you can identify what makes a great church according to God.

We live in a world that celebrates heroes — and deep down, we all want to be one. As kids, we dream of being firefighters, astronauts, and superheroes. But as we grow older, reality sets in: we can’t save ourselves. We need a hero. This week, Pastor Ivey wraps up our study in Galatians by showing us who the true hero of the story really is: Jesus.

Life is hard, and trying to do it alone is even harder. In Galatians 6, the Apostle Paul gives us a kind of Christian survival kit. It's not filled with tools or gadgets, but with people. Real survival, Paul says, is found in relationships, community, and love. This week, Pastor Ivey unpacks the essentials we need to make it through life’s challenges, and how the church is meant to be part of God’s plan for your survival.