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In this message from 1 Corinthians 11, we explore the true meaning of communion and what it means to gather as the Body of Christ. Paul challenges the church to move beyond division, remember the incredible sacrifice of Jesus, and approach the Lord's Table with hearts marked by humility, unity, and self-examination.Communion is more than a tradition—it is a reminder of Christ's finished work, a declaration of our hope, and an invitation to make room for others at His table.

Have you stopped dreaming about what God can do in your life?In “Let’s Start Dreaming,” we explore the life of Joseph and discover how a God-given dream can restore your joy, renew your energy, and give you the courage to move beyond simply coasting, managing, or surviving.God created you with a specific purpose, and your current circumstances do not determine the limits of your future. Learn how to pray for the dream, write it down, share it with the right people, take action, and refuse to give up even when progress takes longer than expected.It is never too late to discover God’s purpose and start building the future He has placed in your heart.

In this message from 1 Corinthians 10, we are reminded that no believer is immune to complacency, compromise, or temptation. Looking at Israel's failures in the wilderness, Paul calls us to remain spiritually hungry, flee from idolatry, embrace God's grace in moments of temptation, and live in the unity made possible through Christ's sacrifice.No matter what you're facing, God is faithful. He always provides the strength and the way forward for those who trust Him and continue to pursue Him wholeheartedly.

What should you do when you have prayed, waited, and still haven’t seen an answer? Don’t stop praying.In this message from the Acts: The Movement series, discover why persistence is essential to building a powerful prayer life. Through Acts 12, the parable of the persistent widow in Luke 18, Jesus’ teaching to keep asking, seeking, and knocking, and His example in the Garden of Gethsemane, we learn that persistent prayer is an expression of genuine faith.Persistence is not about overcoming God’s reluctance. It is about remaining confident in God’s goodness while trusting His timing.You’ll learn how consistent prayer:• Makes prayer your first response• Produces peace in situations beyond your control• Helps uproot deeply established habits and thought patterns• Strengthens your relationship with the Holy Spirit• Develops greater faith, courage, confidence, and spiritual enduranceWhether you are waiting for a breakthrough, battling discouragement, or simply trying to become more consistent, this sermon will encourage you to pray again, keep believing, and never give up.Commit or recommit today to building a great prayer life.

What happens when God's Word becomes more than something you read—it becomes the foundation you live by. In this message from our Bread Winners series, we explore the story of Elijah and the widow of Zarephath to discover how God works through ordinary obedience, intentional faith, and a willingness to trust Him with what we already have. Learn how becoming leadable, embracing uncomfortable moments, and standing on the truth of Scripture can position you to experience God's provision and power in every season.

The enemy attacks what God intends to bless, but you don’t have to surrender your territory.In Confronting the Enemy in Personal Prayer, Part 2, discover how to pray with biblical authority over your health, family, finances, assignment, influence, and future.Drawing from Acts 12:5 and the Book of Acts, this sermon explains why spiritual warfare involves both how we pray and how we live. Learn how integrity, discipline, wisdom, courage, and persistent prayer become powerful weapons against fear, deception, distraction, discouragement, and the plans of the enemy.God has entrusted you with territory, and He intends for it to grow, thrive, and bring Him glory. It’s time to stand firm, cover everything God has placed in your care, and fight back through prayer.📖 Key Scripture: Acts 12:5🔥 Series: Acts: The Movement🎙️ Message: Confronting the Enemy in Personal Prayer, Part 2Subscribe and share this message with someone who needs encouragement to fight for their family, purpose, and future through prayer.

How do you pray the Scriptures, and why does it matter? In this sermon, A Praying Church: Lessons in Praying with the Scriptures, discover how God’s Word can bring accuracy, confidence, direction, and fresh passion to your prayer life.Through practical examples from Psalm 139, Psalm 16, Ephesians 1 and 3, and the Lord’s Prayer, you will learn how to turn biblical passages into personal, powerful prayers. This message explores prayer as communion with God, spiritual alignment, dependence on the Holy Spirit, and active engagement in spiritual warfare.Whether you are struggling to stay focused, unsure what to pray, or simply longing to grow closer to God, these biblical prayer plans will help you develop a more consistent and Scripture-centered prayer life.Watch, take notes, and begin praying God’s Word with greater confidence and purpose.

The enemy is fighting for influence over your thoughts, emotions, weaknesses, and circumstances, but you do not have to live defeated.In “Confronting the Enemy in Personal Prayer,” part of the Acts: The Movement series, discover how prayer equips believers to recognize spiritual attacks, tear down strongholds, resist the devil, and stand confidently in the authority of Jesus Christ.This message explores the primary battlefield of the mind, how the enemy uses lies and deception, and practical ways to confront spiritual opposition through repentance, discernment, Scripture, and praying out loud. We are not praying for victory, we are praying from the victory Jesus has already won.Key Scriptures include Acts 12:5, Ephesians 6:11–12, 2 Corinthians 10:3–5, James 4:7, Psalm 139:23–24, and Luke 10:19Commit today to building a strong, consistent, and victorious prayer life.

In this message titled, “Because I Said So…,” we look at what it means to become lead-able, intentional, and spiritually sharp when God gives an instruction that does not make sense at first.Through Ephesians 6:17-18 and 1 Kings 17:8-24, we see how Elijah, the widow of Zarephath, and her son experienced God’s provision, power, and resurrection life through obedience, prayer, and faith.You cannot be Spirit-led if you are not Biblically sharp. This sermon will challenge you to trust God’s Word, obey His instruction, and believe that what He asks for first is often connected to what He wants to multiply next.Watch now and be encouraged to follow God with faith, intentionality, and persistence in prayer.

Are your prayers being hindered? In this powerful message, “Unhindered Prayers,” we look at what Scripture teaches about prayer that is powerful and effective.James 5:16 reminds us that “the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” But the Bible also shows us that certain things can block, weaken, or hinder our prayers. From unbelief and unforgiveness to unconfessed sin, wrong motives, and spiritual unawareness, God’s Word gives us clear direction on how to pray with a clean heart and a surrendered life.Prayer is not about speaking well; it is about hearing well. It is an ongoing conversation with God. In this sermon, discover 8 hindrances to effective prayer and how to remove what may be standing between you and a deeper prayer life.If you desire a stronger connection with God, a more effective prayer life, and a heart aligned with His Word, this message is for you.

Prayer is more than asking God for help, prayer is communion with God. In this message from Acts: The Movement, we explore what it means to become a praying church and how prayer helps us become relationally connected, spiritually aligned, and functionally sourced by God.Using Acts 12:1-5 and the powerful moment when “the church prayed very earnestly,” this sermon unpacks how prayer activates our connection with God, draws us into the life of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and strengthens us to live with faith, purpose, courage, and spiritual power.Whether you are building a prayer life for the first time or recommitting to a deeper walk with God, this message will encourage you to stop treating prayer like a ritual and start experiencing it as relationship.

Have you ever felt like God was speaking… but you weren’t sure what He was saying?In Huh…Come Again, we walk through 1 Samuel 3:1-10 and the story of young Samuel learning to recognize the voice of God. This message challenges us to stay faithful in difficult seasons, live with expectancy, move forward even when we feel inadequate, and remain willing to return to God again and again when He calls.God is still speaking. The question is: Are we listening?Hold the line. Expect with eagerness. Act in faith. Return when He calls.

Do you struggle to feel confident when you pray? In this powerful Father’s Day message from our ACTS: The Movement series, we continue exploring what it means to become a praying church and a praying people. Looking at Acts 12:1–5, we see the early church praying very earnestly while Peter was in prison. This sermon builds confidence in prayer by reminding us that God’s presence is with us, we are invited to His throne, and our Father hears every word we pray. You don’t have to pray from fear, insecurity, or uncertainty. Because of Jesus, you can approach God boldly, knowing that you are welcomed, loved, and heard.Commit or recommit today to building a strong prayer life with confidence that God is with you in it.

Are you living your faith casually, or are you running to win?In this message from 1 Corinthians 9, we dive into Paul’s challenge for believers to live with discipline, purpose, and eternal perspective. Just like an athlete trains with intention for a prize, followers of Jesus are called to pursue spiritual growth, practice self-control, and stay focused on what truly matters.Don’t spend your life chasing temporary rewards. Run your race with purpose, build faithfully in private, and keep your eyes fixed on the eternal prize God has prepared for you.Run with purpose. Train with discipline. Live for what lasts forever.

What does it mean to be a praying church? In this message from our ACTS: The Movement series, we look at Acts 12, where Peter is imprisoned, James has been killed, and the church prayed very earnestly.This sermon challenges us to move beyond casual prayer and build a real, consistent, personal prayer life. Prayer is communion with God and confrontation against the enemy. It is not performance, it is presence. If we improve our prayer life, our life will improve.Join us as we learn how to pray with focus, discipline, consistency, and faith.

What do you do when God's promises seem delayed?In Part 3 of our Waiting on the Lord series, we discover that biblical waiting is not passive—it's active trust, spiritual resistance, and faithful obedience under pressure. Through the stories of Saul, David, Abraham, Joseph, Israel in the wilderness, and others, we learn how waiting reveals our hearts, exposes our idols, strengthens our faith, and prepares us for God's purpose.If you're weary, tempted to take matters into your own hands, or struggling to trust God's timing, this message is a reminder to resist fear, reject comparison, and take heart. The God who made the promise is faithful to fulfill it.

What does it mean to be the spiritual gardener of your family?In this special Plant the Flag Night message, Pastor Jeremy challenges men to cultivate the hearts of their wives and children with intentionality, wisdom, and spiritual leadership. Using the imagery of gardening, this teaching explores how to prepare the soil, plant the right seeds, pull weeds, guard against pests, and faithfully water what God has entrusted to us.Strong families don't happen by accident—they are cultivated with purpose. Whether you're a husband, father, or future leader, this message will equip and inspire you to take responsibility for the spiritual health of your home.

What do you do when God speaks, but criticism, fear, insecurity, or the enemy starts objecting? In this message from our ACTS: The Movement series, we look at Peter’s encounter with the Jerusalem believers in Acts 11 and how they moved from criticism to praise when they saw what God was doing.God had spoken to Peter. God had used Peter. But Peter still had to face scrutiny. This sermon will help you recognize the voices that try to object to God’s purpose in your life, the voice of others, your own voice, and the voice of the enemy, and learn how to stand firm in God’s calling.You are called to Jesus. You are called to His mission. And you have a unique assignment. Stop objecting and start obeying.

In this message from 1 Corinthians 8, we explore the tension between Christian freedom, personal conviction, and love for others. Paul challenges believers to move beyond spiritual pride and ask a deeper question: Just because I can, should I?Discover how idols still compete for our attention today, why love must be greater than knowledge, and how our choices can impact the faith of those around us. True spiritual maturity isn't found in exercising our rights—it's found in laying them down for the sake of others.

Does God still speak today? In this message from our Acts series, ACTS: The Movement, we look at Acts 10 and the powerful moment when God spoke to Cornelius and Peter, opening the door for the Gospel to reach the Gentiles. This sermon explores how God speaks, the different ways He leads His people, and how believers can grow in discerning His voice with humility, Scripture, prayer, and community.Whether you are learning to recognize God’s voice, waiting for direction, or wondering how the Holy Spirit leads today, this message will encourage you to raise your spiritual antenna and trust that God sees what you cannot.

What do you do when you’ve obeyed God… but still feel like you lost ground?In this powerful message, Keep the Receipts, we walk through 2 Kings 8:1–6 and the story of a faithful woman who survived famine, loss, displacement, and uncertainty — only to discover that God was preparing restoration the entire time.This sermon is a reminder that your testimony is not just proof of what God did — it’s preparation for what’s ahead. When fear attacks your memory, faith remembers the receipts: every prayer answered, every miracle witnessed, every battle survived, and every season God carried you through.If God can resurrect dead things, He can restore what was lost.You’re not too late. God still restores.

In this Pentecost Sunday message from the ACTS: The Movement series, we return to Acts 1 and 2 to see how the early church waited, prayed, worshiped, and received the power of the Holy Spirit. This sermon calls believers to spiritual hunger, a deeper desire for God, and a renewed pursuit of His presence.Discover why “suddenlies follow everydays,” how Pentecost points to harvest, holiness, and God’s presence, and why Jesus told His disciples to wait until they were clothed with power from heaven.

In this Pentecost Sunday message from the ACTS: The Movement series, we return to Acts 1 and 2 to see how the early church waited, prayed, worshiped, and received the power of the Holy Spirit. This sermon calls believers to spiritual hunger, a deeper desire for God, and a renewed pursuit of His presence.Discover why “suddenlies follow everydays,” how Pentecost points to harvest, holiness, and God’s presence, and why Jesus told His disciples to wait until they were clothed with power from heaven.

Life is full of transitions — graduation, marriage, career changes, loss, new seasons. But what happens when the weight of transition feels too heavy to carry?In Weight in Transition, we walk through Joshua 1:1–5 and discover how God speaks in the middle of a life change. When Moses dies and leadership shifts, God reminds Joshua of His promises: “I will be with you. I will not fail you or abandon you.”This message explores how to handle the weight of transition without abandoning God’s will — by remembering with gratitude, forgiving what’s behind you, refusing comfort over calling, carrying the right weight, and waiting on the presence of God.The real Promised Land isn’t a place — it’s His presence.If you’re in a season of change, uncertainty, or pressure, this word is for you.

In 1 Corinthians 6, Paul confronts a shocking issue in the church — believers suing other believers in secular courts. But this isn’t just about lawsuits. It’s about pride, humility, authority, and how Christians handle conflict.What does it mean that believers will one day judge the world and angels? Why would Paul say it’s better to “take the loss” than to fight for your rights? And how should the cross reshape the way we respond to injustice?This message challenges us to rethink conflict, surrender our pride, and trust God enough to choose unity over personal victory.Sometimes honoring Jesus means taking an “L.”

In Acts 9, Saul’s dramatic conversion didn’t end on the Damascus road — it continued through the people God placed around him. Ananias helped him see. Other believers helped him escape danger. Barnabas saw his potential and believed in him when no one else would.We all have blind spots. We all face trouble. We all need encouragement.The Holy Spirit works through people — and spiritual growth often happens in relationships. Everybody needs somebody… and we’re all called to be somebody for someone else.If you’ve ever needed help seeing clearly, getting out of trouble, or stepping into your purpose — this message is for you.

As we step into 1 Corinthians 5, Paul confronts something the Corinthian church had begun to tolerate: sexual immorality that blurred the lines between the church and the culture around it.In a city so morally corrupt that “to act like a Corinthian” meant sexual debauchery, the unthinkable was happening — and the church had grown prideful instead of grieved.In this message, we wrestle with hard but necessary truths:• When culture blurs the lines, the church must be resolute.• Pride creates blind spots that keep us from promise.• Sin spreads like yeast — what we let sit will eventually fester.• Correction is never about control — it’s about restoration under the authority of Jesus.Paul reminds us: we are called to be different.Not harsh. Not self-righteous. But holy.Because discipline, repentance, and difficult conversations aren’t about exclusion — they’re about salvation.If there’s something festering, it’s better to address it now than deal with the fallout later.

In Acts 9, Saul was violent, prideful, and determined to destroy the church... yet Jesus met him on the road to Damascus and changed everything. This sermon reminds us that no one is beyond the reach of God’s grace, and that we should keep praying, believing, and hoping for those who seem far from Jesus.

What does a healthy relationship between spiritual leadership and a congregation actually look like?In 1 Corinthians 4:14–21, Paul speaks not as a celebrity leader, but as a spiritual father. He confronts arrogance, challenges consumer Christianity, and calls the church to maturity rooted in honor, imitation, and transformation.In a culture shaped by honor/shame—and in our modern age shaped by consumerism and social media—this message wrestles with critical questions:What is the difference between shame and loving admonition?Why does consumer Christianity produce spiritual shallowness?What does it mean to have “10,000 instructors” but one spiritual father?Why is imitation—not just information—the model for discipleship?How do humility and submission protect both leaders and congregants?What does it look like to honor spiritual authority without enabling abuse?Paul reminds us:The Kingdom of God is not a lot of talk — it is power.Spiritual depth is not about what we know — it’s about who we are becoming.And healthy church relationships require mutual commitment, integrity, honor, and accountability.Contentious or loving.A rod or a gentle spirit.The choice isn’t just Paul’s — it’s ours.

In this message from ACTS: The Movement, we look at Simon the Sorcerer in Acts 8 and the powerful call to be saved, sanctified, and delivered. This sermon unpacks salvation, spiritual growth, old patterns, repentance, correction, and the freedom God brings through the Holy Spirit.

Fresh off the miracle of the Red Sea, Israel finds itself in a wilderness… without water. And when they finally do find it, it’s bitter.In Exodus 15:22–27, we discover a powerful truth: sometimes God leads us from victory into testing — not to harm us, but to reveal what’s in us.At Marah, the people complained.Moses cried out.And God revealed a tree that turned bitterness into sweetness.In this message, we unpack four life-shaping truths:1️⃣ Led into the Wilderness – Not every dry season means you missed God. Sometimes He leads you there.2️⃣ Isolate Negativity – Bitterness spreads if it’s not dealt with (Hebrews 12:15).3️⃣ Find the Tree – The same God who allows the test provides the remedy.4️⃣ Enjoy Abundance – Marah wasn’t the destination. Elim was waiting.If you’re walking through a bitter season, this message is a reminder: God is not just your Deliverer — He is “the Lord who heals you.”What feels bitter today may be the setup for abundance tomorrow.

Why did the Ethiopian eunuch ask, “Why can’t I be baptized?” In this powerful message from Acts 8, we look at Philip’s Spirit-led encounter, the urgency of salvation, and the deeper meaning of baptism. This sermon explores how God leads believers, how we guide others to Jesus, and why baptism is more than just a symbol, it is an act of obedience, surrender, and identification with Christ. If you’ve ever wondered whether baptism matters, what it means, or why someone should respond right away, this message will challenge and encourage you.

As we continue our journey through 1 Corinthians, we step into chapter 4 where Paul confronts a culture obsessed with status, celebrity, and success.The Corinthian church had created a “pecking order” — boasting in leaders and elevating personalities. But Paul flips the script.He calls himself an under-rower — a servant beneath the deck.He reminds us that we are not owners, but stewards of the mysteries of God.And he makes it clear: what God requires is not success… but faithfulness.In this message, we unpack:Why humility destroys a celebrity mindsetWhat true stewardship requires (intentionality, trustworthiness, faith, and sacrifice)Why faithfulness matters more than achievementHow to handle opinions without being ruled by themAnd why we must continually pray, “Search me, O God.”At the end of the day, it’s not the crowd’s evaluation that matters.It’s not even our own.It is the Lord who examines the heart.If we’re going to build correctly, lead correctly, and live correctly — our motives must stay on the altar.

What if miracles are not something we chase, but something we become positioned for? In this message from Acts 8, we look at Philip in Samaria and how obedience, character, and the power of the Holy Spirit opened the door for the miraculous. This sermon explores divine healing, spiritual warfare, the activity of the Holy Spirit, and why obedience is a magnet for the miraculous. If you’ve ever wondered how God works through ordinary people, small beginnings, and surrendered lives, this message will encourage your faith and challenge you to walk closely with the Miracle Worker. Based on Acts 8, this teaching reminds us that God still moves in power today.

Waiting is uncomfortable. It feels inefficient. It confronts our need for control. And yet… waiting is God’s preferred method of spiritual formation.In Part 2 of Waiting on the Lord, we revisit five things to REMEMBER in seasons of delay and four things to DO while you WAIT — Write, Act, Imitate, Trust.But this message goes deeper.We explore the hard truth that:Delay is not denial.Waiting is not punishment — it’s preparation.God’s priority is our holiness, not our hurry.What if waiting isn’t the pause… but the process?What if God is more concerned with who you’re becoming than what you’re receiving?From Romans 8:28 to Psalm 27:14, we’re reminded that hope isn’t optimism — it’s disciplined waiting. That lament is biblical. That gratitude before the answer is faith. And that we aren’t just waiting on God… we’re waiting with Him.If you’re in a season of unanswered prayer, delay, or silent suffering, this message will anchor your heart in truth:Waiting is inevitable.But it doesn’t have to be wasted.

In 1 Samuel 17:38–51, we revisit the familiar story of David and Goliath—but through the lens of the anointing. When David stepped onto the battlefield, he didn’t just carry a sling—he carried oil that had already been poured over his life.As Pastor Heath Adamson says, “The anointing is when heaven's resource and human authenticity collide.”In this message, we see that:• Anointed men are resolute.• Anointed men are focused.• Anointed men prepare for promises they didn’t even know existed.And in 2 Samuel 21:15–19, we discover that the oil on David didn’t just defeat one giant—it sustained a legacy.The oil still works. The anointing still empowers. And what God has placed on your life still matters.

This Easter message, Victorious, is a powerful reminder that the resurrection of Jesus Christ is not just a symbol of hope, but a real and world-changing victory. In this sermon, we walk through John 19–20 and explore how the empty tomb proves that Jesus is victorious over death, sin, fear, shame, darkness, and every power of hell.From Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus stepping out of secrecy, to Mary Magdalene, John, and Peter running to the tomb, this message shows that the resurrection is for everyone: the broken, the burdened, the ashamed, and the faithful. If Jesus walked out of the grave, then hope is not dead, your story is not over, and victory is possible in Christ.This Easter sermon will encourage anyone who feels buried under grief, guilt, confusion, pain, or impossible circumstances. Jesus is alive, and because He is victorious, we can live in His victory too. Watch and be reminded: the empty tomb changes everything.

Why does the cross of Jesus still matter so deeply today? In this sermon, The Old Rugged Cross, we walk through the crucifixion of Christ chronologically and uncover powerful truths about forgiveness, suffering, paradise, victory, and the love of God. From Simon carrying the cross, to the two criminals, to Jesus crying “It is finished,” this message is a reminder that the cross is more than a symbol, it is the center of our faith. If you want to understand the meaning of the cross, the passion of Christ, and what Jesus accomplished through His death, this sermon will encourage and stir your heart.

Three to five years after planting the church in Corinth, Paul writes a hard but loving correction: You should be ready for more by now.In this message from 1 Corinthians 3, we confront spiritual immaturity, flesh-driven living, pride, and misplaced loyalty—and we’re challenged to move from milk to meat. God is calling His church to grow up, lay down jealousy and division, and build lives on the only foundation that lasts: Jesus Christ.We don’t need the credit. We need faithfulness.We don’t build overnight. We build intentionally.And we don’t do this alone—we are God’s temple together.It’s time to put the bottle down, step into maturity, and build something that will stand when the fire comes.

In this message from the PASSION series, we walk through the trial of Jesus and see how betrayal, false accusations, religious hypocrisy, political compromise, and mob pressure all surrounded Christ, yet He remained fully surrendered to the Father’s mission. We talk about how Jesus stayed in control even in suffering, why truth still matters, how trials reveal what we are truly passionate about, and what it means to keep our eyes on Jesus when life feels complicated.If you’ve ever wrestled with betrayal, confusion, injustice, regret, or a difficult season that doesn’t make sense, this message is a powerful reminder: God can bring the greatest good out of what looks most wrong. Jesus took the place of the guilty, just as He took our place on the cross.

What are the dead things in your life? In this powerful message from Luke 22, Pastor Curtis shares how Jesus is passionate about bringing dead things to life. From the Garden of Gethsemane to the cross, this sermon unpacks how Jesus meets us in suffering, calls us to obedience, and leads us beyond survival into fruitfulness.If you’ve been walking through pain, loss, spiritual dryness, broken relationships, or disappointment, this message is a reminder that God is not finished. What feels dead may not be over. Some things need resurrection, and some things simply need awakening. Through tears, surrender, and obedience, God can restore what feels broken and bring lasting fruit from places of pain.This sermon explores:Jesus in GethsemaneDead things vs. sleeping thingsThe power of tears in prayerObedience in sufferingGod’s desire not only to bring life, but fruitBe encouraged today: Jesus is still passionate about bringing dead th

As children of God, we have rights that cannot be revoked from us-one of those rights is healing. We examine an unconventional story in the gospel in which Jesus progressively heals a blind man by touching him twice, a narrative full of “immediately". Despite the process, healing is MINE-let’s put our name on it!

What really happened at the Last Supper? In this message from the new PASSION series, we explore the powerful moments leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus:  the betrayal of Judas, the breaking of the bread, and the washing of the disciples’ feet.Through John 13 and Mark 14, this sermon reveals how Jesus responded to betrayal, how communion points to His sacrifice, and how the humble act of foot washing demonstrates the heart of Christ. The Passion of Jesus was not just suffering, it was love, purpose, and redemption.Discover how the Passion of Christ should awaken passion in us, shaping how we live, serve, and follow Jesus today.

What does God actually want you to do with your money?In this final message of the INVESTED series, we talk about something deeper than budgeting or debt, we talk about vision, planning, and dreaming with God in your finances.In a world where 78% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck and financial stress impacts marriages and families, Scripture gives us a different path. From Malachi 3 to Matthew 6, from Joseph’s famine plan to Paul’s missionary strategy, the Bible shows us that planning is wisdom, vision requires faith, and generosity unlocks purpose.This message walks through three powerful layers:• PLAN – Create a practical, disciplined strategy for what’s in your hands• VISION – Ask God what He wants to do beyond what you currently have• DREAM – Carry a faith-filled generosity goal that would require supernatural interventionGod gives us the ability to produce wealth (Deuteronomy 8:17–18), not so we can serve money, but so we can partner with Him in advancing His Kingdom.This isn’t about giving to get.It’s about getting positioned so you can give.If you’ve ever wondered:Should Christians budget?What does the Bible say about financial planning?Is tithing still relevant?How do I dream with God financially?How do I break free from financial stress?This message is for you.

In this message from 1 Corinthians 1:18–2:16, we explore the Wisdom of God and the Maturity of the Saints. In a culture obsessed with status, intellect, and influence, Paul boldly declares that the message of the cross is still “foolish” to the world—but to those being saved, it is the power and wisdom of God.What does it mean to boast only in Christ? How do we grow from spiritual infancy into maturity? And how does humility position us to know the deep things of God?This sermon challenges us to resist cultural pride, embrace the “foolishness” of the cross, pursue real spiritual maturity, and move from simply being children of God to becoming friends of God.

Why does heaven throw a party over one sinner?In this powerful message from Luke 15, we explore the three parables of Jesus: The Lost Sheep, the Lost Coin, and the Prodigal Son, and uncover the scandalous, relentless mercy of God.This sermon challenges the Pharisee in all of us and reminds us:• Mercy triumphs over judgment• The Shepherd searches until He finds• The Father runs before shame can reach you• Heaven celebrates when the lost come homeWhether you feel like:– The sheep who wandered– The coin who didn’t even know you were lost– The son who willfully walked awayJesus is searching, sweeping, watching, and waiting.

Corinth was a wealthy, competitive city—home to the Isthmian Games—and that same competitive spirit had crept into the church. In 1 Corinthians, Paul the Apostle confronts one of their biggest issues: division.“I follow Paul.” “I follow Apollos.” “I follow Peter.”Paul responds with a powerful question: Has Christ been divided?In this message, we unpack:Why we advance at the speed of our unityWhat’s actually worth fighting overThe importance of uniting around purpose—not preferenceWhy the Gospel must remain centralWe’re not called to personality-driven faith or cultural Christianity—we’re called to be united around Christ and committed to preaching the Gospel in both word and power.If you need salvation, healing, or restoration, Jesus is still moving today.

In this message, we explore the life and faith of C. S. Lewis, author of Mere Christianity and The Chronicles of Narnia, and close friend of J. R. R. Tolkien (author of The Lord of the Rings). From trench warfare to wartime radio broadcasts, Lewis’s journey from atheism to faith shaped a powerful defense of Christianity.We dive into the Cardinal and Theological Virtues, with a focus on “Charity” as love rooted in the will—not just emotion. This teaching challenges men to live convinced, convicted, and confident lives, building character through daily obedience, discipline, and devotion to God.Be encouraged to love God and others through faithful action—one decision at a time.

Are you serving God… or serving money?In this powerful message from the INVESTED series, we unpack what Jesus meant when He said, “You cannot serve both God and mammon.” Is money evil? What does the Bible really say about wealth, tithing, generosity, and stewardship?This sermon dives deep into:• The true meaning of “mammon”• How money can enslave both the rich and the poor• What Jesus taught in Matthew 6 about worry and provision• 1 Timothy 6:10 and the love of money• Practical wisdom from Proverbs and Ecclesiastes• Keys to walking in financial freedom and peaceWhen we shift from ownership to stewardship and from fear to faith, we experience peace that mammon can never give.

What do you do when God says “wait”?In this powerful and honest message, Michelle shares about seasons of waiting—when prayers feel unanswered, doors seem delayed, and faith is tested. Drawing from Scripture, personal stories, and real-life ministry experiences, she reminds us that delay is not denial and that while we’re waiting, God is always working.You’ll discover:✨ Why waiting develops character✨ How God uses seasons of delay to prepare us✨ The difference between “No” and “Not Yet”✨ What it means to qavah—to be woven into God’s plan✨ Practical steps for waiting with faith, peace, and purposeIf you’ve been waiting on healing, direction, provision, breakthrough, or clarity—this message is for you. You’re not stuck. You’re being strengthened. You’re being prepared.📖 Key Scriptures: Psalm 27:14, Ecclesiastes 3, Daniel 10, Romans 4, Habakkuk 2:3, Isaiah 30:18