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Nathan Uttangi speaks on Philippians 4:8-9 in his sermon "What Has Your Attention?" as part of our sermon series “Joy in Christ.” Here is the YouTube link for the song at the end. https://youtu.be/YweXwYyk3SQ?list=RDYweXwYyk3SQ

Ken Shigematsu speaks on Philippians 4:8-9 in his sermon "A Mind at Peace," as part of our sermon series “Joy in Christ.”

Luke 6:20-26 Through a series of four blessings and corresponding woes, Jesus calls His followers to embrace kingdom values that turn the world’s value system upside down, where apparent earthly losses can become eternal gains.

Luke 6:20-26 The keys to a full, satisfied, happy, joyful life are not what we often think they are. What Jesus says are the keys to happiness are, in fact, just the opposite of what the world tells us. His’ is an upside-down kingdom that, when pursued, offers the most satisfactory life possible!

Luke 6:20-26 God does not see things the way we do, because He does not look at what the world values. What we often prize, He does not. While the world focuses on outward appearance, God looks at the heart. In Jesus, we see a complete inversion of the world’s perspective, because the values of heaven are fundamentally different from the values of this world.

Mike Bennett becomes ordained and speaks on Philippians 4:4-7 in his sermon "Joy that Beats Anxiety," as part of our sermon series “Joy in Christ."

Andrew Bennett speaks on Philippians 4:4-7 in his sermon "Embodied Peace," as part of our sermon series “Joy in Christ.”

Ken Shigematsu speaks on Philippians 4:4-7 in his sermon "Practicing the Peace of Christ," as part of our sermon series “Joy in Christ.”

Luke 6:12-19 Have you ever felt totally inadequate for a task God was calling you to? In Luke 6:12-19, Jesus calls twelve of his disciples to be his apostles. These weren’t the most educated, sophisticated men, and yet God built his church initially through this group. This text encourages us to answer Jesus’ call to live as people sent on mission, depending at every moment on Christ’s great power.

Luke 6:12-19 Apart from His decision to go to the cross, Jesus’ choice of who would be His apostles is perhaps the most consequential decision of His earthly ministry. These twelve men would go on to establish the church as we know it and plant the seeds that would carry Jesus’ mission forward.

Luke 6:12-19 SynopsisThe event surrounding Jesus selecting 12 Apostles reveals an invitation to deeper discipleship. Jesus embraces us where we’re at but calls us to deeper intimacy, faith, and effectiveness.

Dan Whitehead speaks on Philippians 4:2-3 in his sermon "The Same Mind in the Lord," as part of our sermon series “Joy in Christ.”

Luke 5:33-6:11 When legalism replaces the way of Jesus, a lack of love and concern for others results, and people’s needs for forgiveness, for daily provision, and for healing, are overlooked.

Luke 5:33 – 6:11 Why were the Pharisees so upset that Jesus and His disciples were feasting instead of fasting? In this passage, Jesus reveals that something entirely new has arrived. He is the Bridegroom, the Lord of the Sabbath, and the Savior who came to bring joy, freedom, and life to His people. As the religious leaders cling to their traditions and self-righteousness, Jesus invites us to see what God is doing right in front of us. Today we’ll explore how Christ calls us into a new way of living, frees us from empty religion, and demonstrates His commitment to save us at any cost.

Luke 5:33 - 6:11 In this sermon, we explore Jesus’ confrontation with the Pharisees in Luke 5:33–6:11 and reveals how easily religious traditions can become barriers to experiencing the transforming work of God. Through stories about fasting, wineskins, the Sabbath, and the healing of a man with a withered hand, Jesus challenges a system that prioritized outward performance over inward transformation.

Jeff Hawker speaks on Philippians 3:10-14 in his sermon "Keep on Going, Never Give Up," as part of our sermon series “Joy in Christ.”

Mike Bennett speaks on Philippians 3:10-21 in his sermon "A Heavenward Life," as part of our sermon series “Joy in Christ.”

Ken Shigematsu speaks on Philippians 3:10-14 in his sermon "Pressing on to Know Christ," as part of our sermon series “Joy in Christ.”

Luke 5:27-32 Jesus lived with a deliberate mission in mind: to seek and save sinners. He saw the outcasts, misfits and social pariahs, went to them and called them to follow him. He was not afraid of being judged by self-righteous religious figures, but rather called all people, regardless of their position or power, to repent of their sin and follow him.

Luke 5:27-32 Jesus lived His life keenly observing people. He saw their need and then, motivated by mercy, called them to leave their way of living and follow Him. He still does this, now through His disciples.

Luke 5:27-32 Jesus dined with tax collectors and sinners and it transformed their lives. This sermon seeks to apply the way of Jesus to our interactions with unbelievers so we neither stand at a distance condemning culture, nor assimilate to the culture, but bring the distinctive, compelling beauty of Jesus effectively with us wherever we go.

Nathan Uttangi speaks on Philippians 3:1-11 in his sermon "The Joy That Remains," as part of our sermon series “Joy in Christ.”

Ken Shigematsu speaks on Philippians 3:1-11 in his sermon "A Joy That Can’t Be Taken from You," as part of our sermon series “Joy in Christ.”

Romans 8:1-11 In Acts 2, the Spirit fell on all believers present in Jerusalem, the church was birthed, and everything changed. Now, God himself takes up residence inside the lives of each individual believer by the presence and power of his Holy Spirit. On this Pentecost Sunday, we reflect on what the Holy Spirit accomplishes in the daily ongoing life of the Christian. From Romans 8:1-11 the message is clear: the Spirit of life has brought about a new freedom from sin and death. This means that all who have the Spirit of God experience a new position, a new pattern, and a new power. We cannot neglect our need for the Spirit’s work, indeed, our whole lives ought to be characterized by walking in the Spirit for apart from him we are weak and powerless. The good news is that because of what Christ accomplished on the cross, his Spirit has now come to grant us communion with God and victory over sin.

Romans 8:1-11 On Pentecost Sunday, we explore Romans 8:1–11 and the reality of life inthe Holy Spirit. In Christ, the verdict over believers has changed and there is now nocondemnation. Through the Spirit, God not only forgives us but transforms our minds,reshapes our desires, and fills us with resurrection hope. This morning we will unpackhow the Spirit frees us from shame and empowers us to fight sin. Paul reminds us thatthe same power that raised Jesus from the dead now dwells within His people.

Romans 8:1-11 Pentecost reminds us of a breathtaking reality: the Holy Spirit of God now dwells within every believer. In Romans 8, Paul contrasts the life of the flesh (marked by condemnation, slavery, and death) with the life of the Spirit, marked by freedom, peace, sonship, and transformation in Christ. Today we’ll consider what it truly means to set our minds on the Spirit, walk in His power, and live daily in the freedom of “no condemnation” for those who are in Christ Jesus.

Jade Holownia speaks on Philippians 2:19-30 in his sermon "Humility in the Trenches," as part of our sermon series “Joy in Christ.”

Romans 8:31-37 Jesus' ascension is one of the most underrated Christian doctrines, nevertheless, it has massive life changing implications for the follower of Christ. Because of Jesus’ ascension we can have confidence that God is for us, since nothing can separate us from the love of our enthroned King who is praying for us and is coming back for us.

Romans 8: 31-39 Forty days after Christ’s resurrection, Jesus rose, bodily, to heaven. This ascension completed the mission of Jesus on earth but was the beginning of God’s plan for the Christian church. The sacrifice of Christ on the cross, His victory over death and His ascension to heaven direct us to have confidence that there is nothing that is able to separate us from the love of Jesus.

Romans 8:31-39 Jesus died and rose again. Amazing as that is it’s not the end of the story. On Ascension Sunday we are focusing on the current role that Jesus plays as the reigning King of kings over all creation and active intercessor as our great High Priest in heaven — and why that makes all the difference in your life today.

Matthew Lynch speaks on Philippians 2:12-18 in his sermon "Transforming Christ," as part of our sermon series “Joy in Christ.”

Luke 5:17-26 Faith that is convinced that Jesus is able to both effect healing, but more amazingly forgive sin, is a faith that will stop at nothing to get people to encounter Jesus.

Luke 5:17-26 The healing of the paralytic not only authenticates the greater healing that only Jesus can perform – the forgiveness of sins, but it also points to human involvement in that healing.

Luke 5:17-26 God uses the faith and determination of Christians to lead people to Jesus, where salvation, forgiveness, and healing are found.The story of the men bringing a paralytic to Jesus reminds us that religious people often make it difficult for outsiders to get to Jesus, we should do whatever it takes, sometimes we need the borrowed faith of fellow believers to carry us, Jesus’ priority is to address our deepest need, Jesus alone has the power to forgive and heal, and a true encounter with Jesus brings awe, praise, and joy.

Cecelia Neudorf speaks on Philippians 2:1-11 in her sermon "The Culture of the Kingdom."

Ken Shigematsu speaks on Philippians 2:1-11 in his sermon "The Way Down Is the Way Up."

Luke 5:12-16 A man with an incurable, wasting disease was completely healed with only four words: “I will; be clean.” We too need to hear those same words – and be healed from the wasting disease called sin – a disease that can only be cured by Jesus.

Luke 5:12-16  Jesus encounters a man full of leprosy whose deepest need is not simply healing, but cleansing. This morning we examine how the leper’s condition points us to our own spiritual uncleanness and our inability to make ourselves clean before God. Through this powerful interaction, we see Christ’s willingness and authority to cleanse those who come to Him in humble faith. All who have been made clean, are called to go and show others the life-changing grace of Jesus.

Luke 5:12-16 Sometimes we become so consumed with the urgent and visible problems in our lives that we fail to see the deeper problem beneath them all. In this passage, we’ll learn to recognize our greatest need and the lasting solution Jesus offers to those willing to see their true condition.

Luke 5:1-11 This morning we look at Luke 5:1–11 and the calling of Peter, James, andJohn. In a moment of failure, and after fishing all night with empty nets, Jesus calls them to be His disciples. Not because of their effort, but because of His grace. He callsthem to trust His word, reveals their unworthiness, and then gives them a new purpose.This passage shows us that Jesus meets us in our emptiness and calls us to trust Him, while He transforms our lives for His mission.

Luke 5:1-11 Luke 5:1-11 tells us the dramatic story of Jesus calling his first disciples. From this passage we learn that following Jesus entails recognizing our sinfulness and unworthiness while simultaneously acknowledging the supreme worth of Christ. Following Jesus is not easy; he calls his followers to be willing to lay everything down for his sake. In the end though, he is more than worth it.

Luke 5:1-11 When Jesus calls you to be His disciple, it means doing what He says (even when it doesn’t make sense), God becoming big to you (which terrifies and attracts), joining Him on His mission (by filling your net with things of eternal value), and surrendering everything (and discovering the life you were made for there).

Luke 4:38-41 Do you feel that Jesus tires of hearing of your needs or requests? In this account Jesus demonstrates how his love responds to our requests and it heals our physical and spiritual hurts. His love carries authority and hope for us as evidenced in His sacrifice on the cross and rising from the grave.

Luke 4:38-44 In a world searching for meaning, Jesus shows us in Luke 4:38-44 what a truly purposeful life looks like. He compassionately heals, powerfully frees, and intentionally proclaims the good news, revealing both His mission and ours. As His followers, we are called to follow His example for our good and God’s glory.

Luke 4:38-44 And he (Jesus) arose and left the synagogue and entered Simon’s house. Now Simon’s mother-in-law was ill with a high fever, and they appealed to him on her behalf. 39 And he stood over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her, and immediately she rose and began to serve them. 40 Now when the sun was setting, all those who had any who were sick with various diseases brought them to him, and he laid his hands on every one of them and healed them. 41 And demons also came out of many, crying, “You are the Son of God!” But he rebuked them and would not allow them to speak, because they knew that he was the Christ. 42 And when it was day, he departed and went into a desolate place. And the people sought him and came to him, and would have kept him from leaving them, 43 but he said to them, “I must preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns as well; for I was sent for this purpose.” 44 And he was preaching in the synagogues of Judea.

Luke 4:31-37 Satanic and demonic encounters marked the beginning of Jesus’ earthly ministry and the inauguration of the kingdom of God. This factor revealed another – Jesus’ absolute power and authority. These factors authenticate who Jesus is, what He said, and what He came to do.

Luke 4:31-37 Words matter. But it’s the person speaking who adds power, authority, and impact to those words. Every single one of us has someone whose words have profoundly mattered to us; a person whose every word we’ve clung to. But what is it about that person that convinced you to give them such influence in your life? Their title? Their experience? Their character? Or, most importantly, what and whom their words point you to. Jesus’ words had that same impact on many who listened to Him. Words so powerful that even the demonic listened and trembled.

Luke 4:31-37 In our text this morning we see a shift from Jesus' prophetic declaration to Jesus' powerful demonstration.

John 11: 38-44 What Jesus did for Lazarus proves that He has the power to keep His promise: “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die.” (John 11:25-26). The message of Easter is that those who believe in Jesus will live eternally, even though they die physically, and that Jesus gives meaning and purpose to our suffering in a sinful, broken world. Those who hope in Jesus have a great hope indeed!

John 11:21-27 Easter is the joyous celebration that death is not the end of the story. In John 11, Jesus, the loving, Son of God, makes an astounding statement in the face of the death of his friend Lazarus: “I am the resurrection and the life.” Through the raising of Lazarus from the dead and through his own resurrection, Jesus demonstrates that he has the power over death, sin and Satan. Jesus alone can offer us eternal life. Do you believe this?