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In an age marked by confusion, compromise, and counterfeit Christianity, God calls His people to live with confidence and clarity. In the book of 1 John, the Apostle John provides timeless tests of authentic faith—right doctrine, righteous living, and radical love—so that believers may KNOW.John’s purpose is clear: “that we may know.” Through this powerful letter, God strengthens our joy, guards us from sin and deception, and anchors us in the certainty of our salvation in Christ.Join us this Sunday as we walk verse by verse through 1 John 3:4-10 and learn the mark that makes it clear that we are God’s children.

In a world overshadowed by war, disease, death, danger, and persecution, fear constantly threatens to overwhelm the hearts of God’s people. Psalm 91 speaks directly into the anxieties of a fallen and fragile world, reminding us that true security is not found in human strength, earthly stability, or favorable circumstances, but in the sovereign care of God Almighty. This sermon explores how believers can live with confident faith amid life’s greatest dangers by resting under the shelter of the Most High. Through every trial and uncertainty, Psalm 91 calls us to fix our trust not in this world, but in the faithful God who is our refuge, protector, and everlasting hope.

Through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, God gives us new life and adopts us as his children. Once dead in sin, we are made alive through Christ’s life, death, and resurrection, and by the Spirit we now grow to reflect the character of our Father through righteousness, obedience, and holiness.As believers, we live with confident hope in Christ’s return, trusting that God will complete the work he began in us. Sustained by God’s undeserved love, we pursue holiness and set our hope fully on Christ as we await the day we will dwell with him forever.

In an age marked by confusion, compromise, and counterfeit Christianity, God calls His people to live with confidence and clarity. In the book of 1 John, the Apostle John provides timeless tests of authentic faith—right doctrine, righteous living, and radical love—so that believers may KNOW.John’s purpose is clear: “that we may know.” Through this powerful letter, God strengthens our joy, guards us from sin and deception, and anchors us in the certainty of our salvation in Christ.Join us this Sunday as we walk verse by verse through 1 John 2:18-27 and learn about attributes of true ambassadors of Christ.

In an age marked by confusion, compromise, and counterfeit Christianity, God calls His people to live with confidence and clarity. In the book of 1 John, the Apostle John provides timeless tests of authentic faith—right doctrine, righteous living, and radical love—so that believers may KNOW.John’s purpose is clear: “that we may know.” Through this powerful letter, God strengthens our joy, guards us from sin and deception, and anchors us in the certainty of our salvation in Christ.Join us this Sunday as we walk verse by verse through 1 John 2:15-17 and learn about a love that will not last.

In an age marked by confusion, compromise, and counterfeit Christianity, God calls His people to live with confidence and clarity. In the book of 1 John, the Apostle John provides timeless tests of authentic faith—right doctrine, righteous living, and radical love—so that believers may KNOW.John’s purpose is clear: “that we may know.” Through this powerful letter, God strengthens our joy, guards us from sin and deception, and anchors us in the certainty of our salvation in Christ.Join us this Sunday as we walk verse by verse through 1 John 2:12-14 and discover Assurance For The Saved.

In an age marked by confusion, compromise, and counterfeit Christianity, God calls His people to live with confidence and clarity. In the book of 1 John, the Apostle John provides timeless tests of authentic faith—right doctrine, righteous living, and radical love—so that believers may KNOW.John’s purpose is clear: “that we may know.” Through this powerful letter, God strengthens our joy, guards us from sin and deception, and anchors us in the certainty of our salvation in Christ.Join us each Sunday as we walk verse by verse through 1 John and discover the confidence God desires for His children.

In an age marked by confusion, compromise, and counterfeit Christianity, God calls His people to live with confidence and clarity. In the book of 1 John, the Apostle John provides timeless tests of authentic faith—right doctrine, righteous living, and radical love—so that believers may KNOW.John’s purpose is clear: “that we may know.” Through this powerful letter, God strengthens our joy, guards us from sin and deception, and anchors us in the certainty of our salvation in Christ.Join us each Sunday as we walk verse by verse through 1 John and discover the confidence God desires for His children.

This Easter, discover a hope that goes beyond the empty tomb—a promise of a new beginning for all who believe.In Revelation 21, we are given a breathtaking vision: a new heaven and a new earth, where God dwells with His people, wipes away every tear, and makes all things new. No more death. No more sorrow. No more pain—only life, joy, and eternal peace in His presence.Because Jesus rose, this future is not just a dream—it’s our living hope.Join us this Easter as we celebrate the resurrection and the promise of heaven that changes everything—today and forever.

In an age marked by confusion, compromise, and counterfeit Christianity, God calls His people to live with confidence and clarity. In the book of 1 John, the Apostle John provides timeless tests of authentic faith—right doctrine, righteous living, and radical love—so that believers may KNOW.John’s purpose is clear: “that we may know.” Through this powerful letter, God strengthens our joy, guards us from sin and deception, and anchors us in the certainty of our salvation in Christ.Join us each Sunday as we walk verse by verse through 1 John and discover the confidence God desires for His children.

In an age marked by confusion, compromise, and counterfeit Christianity, God calls His people to live with confidence and clarity. In the book of 1 John, the Apostle John provides timeless tests of authentic faith—right doctrine, righteous living, and radical love—so that believers may KNOW.John’s purpose is clear: “that we may know.” Through this powerful letter, God strengthens our joy, guards us from sin and deception, and anchors us in the certainty of our salvation in Christ.Join us each Sunday as we walk verse by verse through 1 John and discover the confidence God desires for His children.

In an age marked by confusion, compromise, and counterfeit Christianity, God calls His people to live with confidence and clarity. In the book of 1 John, the Apostle John provides timeless tests of authentic faith—right doctrine, righteous living, and radical love—so that believers may KNOW.John’s purpose is clear: “that we may know.” Through this powerful letter, God strengthens our joy, guards us from sin and deception, and anchors us in the certainty of our salvation in Christ.Join us each Sunday as we walk verse by verse through 1 John and discover the confidence God desires for His children.

In an age marked by confusion, compromise, and counterfeit Christianity, God calls His people to live with confidence and clarity. In the book of 1 John, the Apostle John provides timeless tests of authentic faith—right doctrine, righteous living, and radical love—so that believers may KNOW.John’s purpose is clear: “that we may know.” Through this powerful letter, God strengthens our joy, guards us from sin and deception, and anchors us in the certainty of our salvation in Christ.Join us each Sunday as we walk verse by verse through 1 John and discover the confidence God desires for His children.

In an age marked by confusion, compromise, and counterfeit Christianity, God calls His people to live with confidence and clarity. In the book of 1 John, the Apostle John provides timeless tests of authentic faith—right doctrine, righteous living, and radical love—so that believers may have true assurance.John’s purpose is clear: “that we may know.” Through this powerful letter, God strengthens our joy, guards us from sin and deception, and anchors us in the certainty of our salvation in Christ.Join us each Sunday as we walk verse by verse through 1 John and discover the confidence God desires for His children.

In today’s world, distractions are everywhere—phones, social media, sports, events, entertainment, and constant busyness. Yet, God calls us to live lives of devotion, even amidst the noise.Join us this Sunday as we continue our sermon series, "Devoted in a Distracted World." Through the book of Acts, we are exploring spiritual habits that put us in a position for spiritual growth by God. This Sunday we are taking a final look at the spiritual habit of prayer and learning how to pray effective prayers from Jesus. Come be encouraged, equipped, and edified as we learn how to pray. We can’t wait to see you there!

In today’s world, distractions are everywhere—phones, social media, sports, events, entertainment, and constant busyness. Yet, God calls us to live lives of devotion, even amidst the noise.Join us this Sunday as we continue our sermon series, "Devoted in a Distracted World." Through the book of Acts, we are exploring spiritual habits that put us in a position for spiritual growth by God. This Sunday we are continuing to look at the spiritual habit of prayer and learning about praying effective prayers.Come be encouraged, equipped, and edified as we learn about the power of prayer. We can’t wait to see you there!

In today’s world, distractions are everywhere—phones, social media, sports, events, entertainment, and constant busyness. Yet, God calls us to live lives of devotion, even amidst the noise.Join us this Sunday as we continue our sermon series, "Devoted in a Distracted World." Through the book of Acts, we are exploring spiritual habits that put us in a position for spiritual growth by God. This Sunday we are continuing to look at the spiritual habit of prayer and learning about praying effective prayers.Come be encouraged, equipped, and edified as we learn about the power of prayer. We can’t wait to see you there!

In today’s world, distractions are everywhere—phones, social media, sports, events, entertainment, and constant busyness. Yet, God calls us to live lives of devotion, even amidst the noise.Join us this Sunday as we continue our sermon series, "Devoted in a Distracted World." Through the book of Acts, we are exploring spiritual habits that put us in a position for spiritual growth by God. This Sunday we are continuing to look at the spiritual habit of prayer and learning about its effectiveness through the OT book of Isaiah. Come be encouraged, equipped, and edified as we learn about the power of prayer. We can’t wait to see you there!

In today’s world, distractions are everywhere—phones, social media, sports, events, entertainment, and constant busyness. Yet, God calls us to live lives of devotion, even amidst the noise.Join us this Sunday as we continue our sermon series, "Devoted in a Distracted World." Through the book of Acts, we are exploring spiritual habits that put us in a position for spiritual growth by God. This Sunday we are looking at the spiritual habit of prayer.Come be encouraged, equipped, and edified as we learn how to thrive spiritually in a distracted world. We can’t wait to see you there!

Today we will see from God’s word the early churchs devotion to witnessing, and how we as a church should be devoted to to witnessing about Christ.

In today’s world, distractions are everywhere—phones, social media, sports, events, entertainment, and constant busyness. Yet, God calls us to live lives of devotion, even amidst the noise.Join us this Sunday as we continue our new sermon series, "Devoted in a Distracted World." Through the book of Acts, we are exploring spiritual habits that put us in a position for spiritual growth by God. This Sunday we are looking at the spiritual habit: Devotion to the Breaking of Bread.Come be encouraged, equipped, and edified as we learn how to thrive spiritually in a distracted world. We can’t wait to see you there!

In today’s world, distractions are everywhere—phones, social media, sports, events, entertainment, and constant busyness. Yet, God calls us to live lives of devotion, even amidst the noise.Join us this Sunday as we continue our new sermon series, "Devoted in a Distracted World." Through the book of Acts, we are exploring spiritual habits that put us in a position for spiritual growth by God. This Sunday we are looking at the spiritual habit: Devotion to the Fellowship. Come be encouraged, equipped, and edified as we learn how to thrive spiritually in a distracted world. We can’t wait to see you there!

In today’s world, distractions are everywhere—phones, social media, sports, events, entertainment, and constant busyness. Yet, God calls us to live lives of devotion, even amidst the noise.Join us this Sunday as we kick off our new sermon series, "Devoted in a Distracted World." Through the book of Acts, we’ll explore spiritual habits that put us in a position for spiritual growth by God.Come be encouraged, equipped, and edified as we learn how to thrive spiritually in a distracted world. We can’t wait to see you there!

In a season when uncertainty feels louder than ever, God invites us to stand firm on what is unshakably true. As we enter this Christmas season, we turn our hearts to the Gospel of Luke—a book written so that we might “know the certainty of the things we have been taught.”Join us this Sunday as we continue our new Christmas sermon series: Certainty in Uncertain Times. Together, we’ll rediscover the hope, clarity, and confidence found in the story of Jesus—truths that anchor us no matter what the world around us looks like.Come expecting encouragement, timeless truth, and a renewed sense of God’s presence as we walk through the seasons of life with the One who never changes. We’d love for you, your family, and your friends to be part of this meaningful journey.

In a season when uncertainty feels louder than ever, God invites us to stand firm on what is unshakably true. As we enter this Christmas season, we turn our hearts to the Gospel of Luke—a book written so that we might “know the certainty of the things we have been taught.”Join us this Sunday as we continue our new Christmas sermon series: Certainty in Uncertain Times. Together, we’ll rediscover the hope, clarity, and confidence found in the story of Jesus—truths that anchor us no matter what the world around us looks like.Come expecting encouragement, timeless truth, and a renewed sense of God’s presence as we walk through the seasons of life with the One who never changes. We’d love for you, your family, and your friends to be part of this meaningful journey.

In this passage, we learn from Jesus and the story of sisters Mary & Martha. What is better, to serve or lay at Jesus feet? We can learn about what it means to be devoted to Jesus in a distracted world.

In Luke 9:57–62, Jesus confronts would-be disciples with a piercing question: What does it really mean to follow Him? If salvation is by grace, is there still a cost? Jesus makes it unmistakably clear—following Him demands a willingness to lay down our comforts, reorder our priorities, and hold even our closest relationships with open hands. True discipleship is not casual; it calls for a total commitment to Christ above all else. Yet the hope of the gospel is this: we count the cost only because He counted and paid the ultimate cost first, giving His life to make us His own. In this sermon, we are invited to examine our hearts and embrace the costly, joyful, grace-driven call to follow Jesus wherever He leads.

God has given us a divine wartime walkie-talkie—prayer—to stay connected with our Commander in the midst of spiritual battle. Join us this Sunday as we explore Ephesians 6 and discover five essential characteristics of a powerful prayer life.Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your connection with God and learn how prayer equips every believer to stand firm in spiritual warfare.Come ready to be strengthened by the Lord for battle!

We’re in the midst of powerful new series on “The Armor of God” from Ephesians 6:10–23. Together, through God’s Word we are uncovering the reality of spiritual warfare and learning how to stand firm in God’s strength by putting on God’s divine armor. Come discover how to put on the full armor of God and rely on His power to live in victory every day.Don’t miss this opportunity to be encouraged, equipped, and strengthened in your faith!

We’re beginning a powerful new series on “The Armor of God” from Ephesians 6:10–23. Together, we’ll uncover the reality of spiritual warfare and learn what it means to stand firm in God’s strength. Come discover how to put on the full armor of God and rely on His power to live in victory every day.Don’t miss this opportunity to be encouraged, equipped, and strengthened in your faith!

Join us this Sunday as we explore what it means to be a Spirit-filled workforce in today’s world. In Ephesians 6:5–9, Paul calls both workers and leaders to serve with sincerity of heart, as unto Christ—not just to please people, but to honor God in all that we do.This message will challenge us to see our workplaces not just as jobs, but as mission fields—places where the Spirit of God empowers us to work as if we are working for the Lord. Whether you’re an employee, employer, student, or volunteer, this passage reminds us that our true Master is in heaven, and every task we do can bring Him glory.Come ready to be encouraged, equipped, and filled afresh with the Spirit to make your work a testimony of God’s grace!

Parents, you have been entrusted with a sacred calling — one that reaches far beyond providing for your children’s physical needs. Join us this Sunday as we dive into Ephesians 6:4, where the apostle Paul reminds us: “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.”In a world full of conflicting voices and values, our children desperately need guidance rooted in God’s truth. This message is not just for fathers, but for every parent and caregiver who longs to raise children who know and love the Lord.Come and be encouraged, equipped, and reminded of the powerful role you play in shaping the next generation for Christ. Let’s walk together in obedience to God’s design for the family — building homes that honor Him and raise up disciples.Don’t miss it — your children’s future, and God’s glory, are worth it.

Parents, are you longing to see your children grow in their faith and godly character? Bring them to church this Sunday for a powerful and practical message straight from God’s Word specifically for them!📖 Ephesians 6:1-3 says:"Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. ‘Honor your father and mother’—which is the first commandment with a promise—‘so that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.’"In this special sermon, your children will hear how honoring and obeying their parents is not just good manners—it’s God's good design with a promise!

Marriage according to God’s design may not be widely embraced in today’s culture, but it remains the right and most fulfilling way to live in covenant with one another. God's blueprint for marriage is timeless, offering deep purpose, unity, and joy.Join us Sunday as we continue our study in Ephesians 5:21–33, where we’ll continue to explore the biblical roles and responsibilities of husbands and wives. This powerful passage offers insight into how marriage reflects Christ’s love for the Church and challenges us to live out that love with humility, sacrifice, and grace. You won’t want to miss it!

Marriage according to God’s design may not be widely embraced in today’s culture, but it remains the right and most fulfilling way to live in covenant with one another. God's blueprint for marriage is timeless, offering deep purpose, unity, and joy.Join us tomorrow as we continue our study in Ephesians 5:21–33, where we’ll begin to explore the biblical roles and responsibilities of husbands and wives. This powerful passage offers insight into how marriage reflects Christ’s love for the Church and challenges us to live out that love with humility, sacrifice, and grace. You won’t want to miss it!

Many believers are chasing the experience of a Spirit-filled worship service, yet often overlook a powerful truth — that Spirit filled worship is directly connected with our being filled with the Spirit.This Sunday, we’ll explore Ephesians 5:19–21, where the Apostle Paul teaches us that Spirit-filled worship is the result of a Spirit-filled life. Through his words, we’ll see how being filled with the Spirit of God has an effect on both our worship and our relationships within the Body of Christ.Come and discover how Spirit-filled living leads to Spirit-filled worship.

In a world filled with people walking in worldly wisdom, God calls His people to something deeper — to reflect His character by imitating Him. What does it really mean to imitate God?This Sunday, we’ll continue exploring how God’s “beloved children” are to live differently — not in our own strength, but by following the example of our Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ and walking in wisdom.Come be refreshed, challenged, and encouraged to Imitate God.

In a world filled with people walking in selfishness, darkness, and worldly wisdom, God calls His people to something deeper — to reflect His character by imitating Him. What does it really mean to imitate God?This Sunday, we’ll explore how God’s “beloved children” are to live differently — not in our own strength, but by following the example of our Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ and walking in lightCome be refreshed, challenged, and encouraged to walk as children of light.

In a world filled with people walking in selfishness, darkness, and worldly wisdom, God calls His people to something deeper — to reflect His character by imitating Him. What does it really mean to imitate God? This Sunday, we’ll explore how God’s “beloved children” are to living differently — not in our own strength, but by following the example of our Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ and walking in love.Come be refreshed, challenged, and encouraged to live a life that imitates God’s love.

Join us this Sunday in City Park as we open God’s Word and we continue to explore what it truly means to forgive as Christ forgave us. In a world filled with hurt and division, the call to forgiveness isn’t just a suggestion—it’s a command rooted in the grace we ourselves have received. Come and be encouraged, challenged, and equipped to forgive as God in Christ forgave us.

Join us this Sunday as we open God’s Word and explore what it truly means to forgive as Christ forgave us. In a world filled with hurt and division, the call to forgiveness isn’t just a suggestion—it’s a command rooted in the grace we ourselves have received. Come and be encouraged, challenged, and equipped to forgive as God in Christ forgave us.

Ephesians 4:25-32 calls us to a practical and profound transformation, shedding the “grave clothes” of our old life and putting on the “grace clothes” of our new identity in Christ. Paul gives five clear examples of this change: put off lies for truth, unrighteous anger for righteous anger, stealing for honest work, corrupt talk for gracious speech, and malice for kindness and forgiveness. These shifts are not just moral improvements but reflections of the character of Christ, grounded in the forgiveness we have received through Him. By the Spirit’s power, we daily put off the old and put on the new, living out the reality of our redeemed life.

Ephesians 4:17–24 contrasts the futility and darkness of life apart from Christ with the transformed life we have in Him. Before Christ, we were alienated from God and enslaved to sin, but in Him, we are made new, given a new identity, and called to live in righteousness and holiness. This transformation is not about self-improvement but about the Spirit renewing our minds and enabling us to walk in obedience. Sanctification is a daily battle in which we actively put off our “grave clothes” of old habits and put on “grace clothes” that reflect our new life in Christ. While we are not saved by works, our salvation will bear fruit, and God’s grace empowers us to live in freedom, aligning our practice with our position in Him.

In this message at City Park from Ephesians 4:13–16, we continued our journey through the book of Ephesians by focusing on God’s design for the growth and maturity of the church. We looked at how Christ calls us to grow together into maturity—not just for our own sake, but so that we can build one another up in love and multiply disciples who reflect Jesus. As a church, this passage reminds us why our purpose is to make mature, multiplying disciples of Christ.

In a world full of strategies, programs, and cultural trends aimed at growing the Church, it’s easy to ask: Are we doing it right?Is the growth of the Body of Christ really about following the latest "how-to" methods—or has Jesus already given us the blueprint?Join us this Sunday as we dive into Ephesians 4:11–12 and uncover the powerful, Christ-given design for His Church. Discover how the Church is meant to function, flourish, and grow—not by human invention, but by God’s intention.You won’t want to miss it.

Join us this Sunday as we dive into Ephesians 4:7–10, a powerful passage that reveals how every believer has been uniquely gifted by Christ. No matter your background, personality, or past, Christ has gifted you for His glory and for the good of His Church. In this week's message, we'll explore how Jesus, in His victory, gave gifts to His people—not just to a select few, but to each one of us. You are not overlooked. You are not insignificant. You are a vital part of God's plan and His church.Whether you’ve been serving for years or you're just beginning to explore your faith, this message will help you see your place in the mission of God. Come be encouraged and challenged as we unpack Ephesians 4:7-10

In Ephesians 4:1–6, the Apostle Paul urges believers to live in a manner worthy of the high calling they’ve received in Christ. This “worthy walk” is not measured by personal achievement but by our commitment to humility, gentleness, patience, and love—virtues that preserve the unity of the Spirit. Paul reminds us that this unity is not something we create, but something given by the Spirit that we are called to maintain. This message calls the Church to be eager, intentional, and faithful in living out the Gospel through our shared identity in Christ.

Join us this Sunday as we gather in worship, prayer, and the Word, seeking to better grasp the all-encompassing love of God by praying to better grasp, “how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ.”Together, we will ask God to strengthen us in our inner being, to open our hearts to a greater revelation of God's love — a love that surpasses knowledge, a love that changes everything.

Ephesians 3:1–13 reminds us that the mystery of Christ has been revealed—and that we, like Paul, are called to be stewards of this divine mystery. We have the incredible privilege of proclaiming the unsearchable riches of Christ to those who have not yet heard.As a church, we embrace this mission with purpose and passion. Join us this Sunday as we begin to share the heart behind our work in South Asia—why we go, why Asia matters, and how you can be part of making Christ known there.Come be inspired, encouraged, and reminded that each of us has a role in God's global mission to make the mystery of Christ known among the nations.

In a world where dividing walls of hostility are being built daily—walls of race, class, status, education, and politics—the Church must be different. These divisions are not just out there in the culture; if we’re not careful, they can find their way into the Body of Christ. But this is not who we are. In Ephesians 2:11–22, the Apostle Paul reminds us that we were once far off, separated and alienated—but now, through Christ, we have been brought near and made One.Join us this Sunday as we reflect on what Christ has done to break down the walls that divide us, and how we, as His Church, are called to live in unity by remembering who we were, who we are now in Christ, and commit to being a people marked not by division, but by unity in Christ.