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What does it really mean to be sanctified? In this episode, Pastor Josiah Elias unpacks the biblical meaning of sanctification and explores the powerful name of God, Jehovah M'Kaddesh—"The Lord Who Sanctifies." Discover how God sets His people apart, transforms them into His likeness, and calls them to live lives of holiness. Whether you're new to the faith or looking to deepen your walk with God, this episode offers practical, biblical insight into what it means to be made holy by the One who sanctifies.

In this powerful and convicting message from Matthew 23, Pastor Josiah Elias exposes the danger of hypocrisy and reveals what authentic Christlike leadership truly looks like. As Jesus confronts the Pharisees, we're reminded that God is not impressed by outward appearances, religious titles, or public recognition—He is looking for hearts marked by humility, integrity, and obedience. This sermon challenges every believer to reject performance-based religion and instead become people whose private lives match their public confession.Discover why healthy spiritual leaders are called to point people to Jesus rather than themselves, walk alongside others instead of carrying them, and reflect the character of Christ in every area of life. Through the example of Jesus—the greatest servant of all—we learn that true greatness is found not in being exalted by people, but in humbling ourselves before God. If you've ever struggled with disappointment in leadership, wrestled with religious performance, or desire to grow in genuine discipleship, this message will encourage you to pursue the humility that attracts the presence of God and transforms lives from the inside out.

Sermon Description:What does it truly mean to be holy? In this powerful message on Jehovah M'Kaddesh—"The Lord Who Sanctifies," we discover that sanctification is not something we accomplish through our own effort, but a transforming work of God's grace in the life of every believer. From the moment we surrender to Christ, God begins setting us apart for His purposes, shaping us into His image, and calling us to live differently in a world that constantly pulls us toward compromise. This sermon explores the beauty of a life consecrated to the Lord, revealing that holiness is not about religious performance but about intimate relationship, daily surrender, and the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit. As the Lord sanctifies our hearts, minds, and lives, He removes what doesn't belong, refines our character, and prepares us to reflect the holiness of Christ. Be encouraged that the God who called you is also faithful to complete the work He began in you. Jehovah M'Kaddesh is still setting His people apart, purifying His Church, and preparing a spotless Bride for the return of Jesus Christ.

There's No Such Thing as a Junior Holy Spirit is a powerful conversation with some of the younger members of our church as they share their personal encounters with the Holy Spirit. Through their stories, they remind us that God speaks, moves, and transforms lives regardless of age. This episode is a faith-building reminder that the Holy Spirit isn't limited by years. He desires a real relationship with everyone, young and old alike.

Pastor Greg Hendricks delivers a powerful message entitled, "Yes, Lord", calling believers to respond to Jesus with unwavering faith, complete surrender, and radical obedience. Through the story of Lazarus in John 11, we discover that faith is established long before trials attempt to shake us, and that God's greatest miracles often begin when we simply say, "Yes, Lord." Even when circumstances seem hopeless, Jesus is still the Resurrection and the Life, inviting us to roll away the stone, believe His Word, and witness the glory of God.This sermon challenges us to move beyond merely hearing the voice of Christ and begin walking in obedience. Just as Lazarus had to leave behind his grave clothes after being raised to life, every believer is called to lay aside the old nature and embrace the new life found in Jesus. Pastor Greg reminds us that while Lazarus walking out of the grave transformed his earthly life, Jesus walking out of the grave forever changed eternity for everyone who believes. If you're battling doubt, facing impossible circumstances, or longing for renewed faith, this message will encourage you to trust God's promises, live by faith instead of sight, and boldly declare, "Yes, Lord."

In this faith-building message on El Gibbor—The Mighty God, we discover the incomparable power, strength, and majesty of the God who fights for His people and empowers the weak. From Isaiah's prophetic declaration that the coming Messiah would be called "Mighty God" to the psalmist's praise of His unsearchable greatness, this sermon reveals a God whose might has no equal and whose power never fails. Scripture reminds us that El Gibbor is not only mighty in battle, but mighty in mercy, covenant, and compassion—calling His people to love Him wholeheartedly, walk in His ways, and trust Him above every circumstance. Just as God called Gideon a "mighty man of valor" before he ever saw himself that way, He still speaks identity and courage over those who feel weak, overlooked, or inadequate. Isaiah 40 declares that while human strength fades and even the strongest grow weary, El Gibbor never grows tired, and He freely gives His strength to those who wait on Him. Whether you're facing impossible odds, battling fear, or longing for renewed hope, this message will inspire you to lift your eyes to the Mighty God who reigns over heaven and earth, renews the strength of His people, and is more than able to accomplish the impossible through those who trust in Him.

In this special Fourth of July episode, Pastor Josiah Elias sits down with Chaplain Tim Brock "Chaps" from Camp Pendleton to discuss faith, freedom, and the role of religion in the military. Together, they explore how service members navigate their beliefs while serving their country, the unique challenges of ministry in the armed forces, and the importance of spiritual resilience. Whether you're connected to the military or simply curious about the intersection of faith and service, this conversation offers meaningful insight and encouragement.

Can someone truly lose their salvation? Or does Scripture teach that those who genuinely belong to Christ are secure in Him forever?In this thought-provoking message, George Elias explores the biblical foundation for the security of the believer, examining what the Bible says about God's preserving grace, the assurance of salvation, and the evidence of genuine faith. Rather than encouraging complacency, this message calls believers to rest confidently in Christ while living lives that reflect authentic faith and obedience.Discover what it means to be kept by the power of God, why our hope is anchored in Christ's finished work rather than our own performance, and how God's faithfulness gives believers confidence to persevere until the end.Whether you're wrestling with doubts about salvation, seeking a deeper understanding of God's grace, or wanting to study the Scriptures on this important doctrine, this message will encourage you to place your confidence in the One who is able to keep His people.Key Scriptures:• John 10:27–30• Romans 8:31–39• Philippians 1:6• Ephesians 1:13–14• 1 Peter 1:3–5• Jude 24–25

Jacob's journey to Bethel began in one of the darkest seasons of his life. Running from his past, uncertain of his future, and alone in the wilderness, he encountered the presence of God in a place he least expected. There, God revealed His covenant, promised His faithfulness, and Jacob declared, "Surely the LORD is in this place."But God's desire was never for Jacob to merely remember a sacred place—it was to know the God who met him there.Years later, God called Jacob back to Bethel. Before returning, Jacob instructed his household to put away their idols, purify themselves, and prepare their hearts for worship. This time, Jacob didn't simply revisit the place of his encounter; he built an altar and called it El Bethel—"The God of Bethel." His relationship had matured from revering a location to worshiping the God who had faithfully been with him every step of the journey.In this message, discover how God often meets us in unexpected places, calls us to leave behind the idols that compete for our hearts, and invites us into a deeper relationship with Him. Our faith cannot be built on yesterday's experiences or sacred moments alone—it must be rooted in the living God who remains faithful through every season.If you've ever found yourself longing to return to the place where you first encountered God, this message is an invitation to move beyond the memory of an experience and into a lifelong relationship with the God of every encounter.Key Scriptures:• Genesis 28:10–19• Genesis 31:13• Genesis 35:1–7Join us as we pursue the presence of Jesus, grow in His Word, and cultivate a culture like Christ at Faith Chapel San Diego.

CAN GOD CHANGE MY SEXUALITY? In this episode, Franny, Nick, and Steph join the conversation to share their personal stories of struggle, identity, and encountering Jesus in the middle of complex and deeply personal seasons of life. Together, they open up about what it looked like for them to wrestle with questions of sexuality, faith, and transformation, and how their relationship with Christ reshaped the way they understand who they are. This conversation explores healing, grace, conviction, and what it means to follow Jesus fully, even when the journey is difficult and deeply personal. Tune in for an honest and heartfelt discussion about identity, redemption, and the power of God to meet us where we are, but not leave us there!

In this powerful Father's Day message, Pastor Josiah Elias reveals the danger of deception and the victory believers have through Jesus Christ, the Last Adam.From the Garden of Eden to the Cross of Calvary, Scripture reveals two covenant heads: Adam, whose disobedience brought sin and death into the world, and Jesus Christ, whose obedience secured righteousness, grace, and eternal life for all who believe. While deception entered through the fall, God has made a way for His people to walk in truth, discernment, and freedom.As believers, we are no longer defined by our old nature. Through Christ, we have become a new creation. Yet even today, the enemy seeks to corrupt pure devotion to Jesus through subtle compromise, distraction, and deception. This message challenges fathers, families, and every believer to remain vigilant, guard their hearts, and stay anchored in the truth of God's Word.Discover the eternal consequences of rejecting deception, the authority believers have in Christ, and the beautiful picture of redemption revealed from Adam's side in Genesis to Christ's pierced side on the Cross.This Father's Day message is a call for men to lead with discernment, for families to stand firm in truth, and for the Church to remain devoted to Jesus above all else.Key Scriptures:1 Corinthians 15:45-472 Corinthians 5:171 Timothy 2:142 Corinthians 11:2-3Romans 5:12-21Genesis 2:21John 19:34If this message encouraged you, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear the truth that sets people free.

In a world filled with anxiety, uncertainty, fear, and endless striving, God reveals Himself as Jehovah Shalom—The Lord Our Peace.In this powerful message, Pastor Josiah Elias explores the peace that Jesus offers—not a temporary feeling or the absence of problems, but the very presence of God Himself. When the disciples were hiding behind locked doors, gripped by fear and uncertainty, the risen Christ stepped into the room and declared, “Peace be with you.” In that moment, their circumstances had not changed, but His presence changed everything.Through the story of Gideon and the post-resurrection encounters of Jesus, we discover that true peace is not found in control, comfort, or perfect conditions. Peace is found in a Person. Jesus doesn't merely give peace; He is our peace. He enters our fear, meets us in our weakness, and fills us with His Spirit so that we can live with courage, confidence, and rest.This message will encourage you to stop carrying burdens you were never meant to bear, embrace your dependence on God, and cultivate the fruit of the Holy Spirit that produces lasting peace. No matter what storms surround you, Jehovah Shalom is inviting you to rest in His finished work and trust in His unshakable presence.If you've been battling fear, anxiety, exhaustion, or uncertainty, this message is a reminder that God's peace is available to you today.Key Scriptures:John 20:19-232 Timothy 1:7Judges 6:22-24John 16:33Luke 24:41-43Matthew 11:28-302 Corinthians 4:7Galatians 5:22-23Discover how the peace of God can guard your heart, strengthen your faith, and anchor your soul in every season.

How should Christians respond to racism, and what role does the Church play in bringing healing and redemption? In this episode, Pastor Josiah Elias tackles a conversation that is both timely and deeply important, exploring the realities of racism through the lens of the Gospel. Together, they discuss unity, reconciliation, justice, and the redemptive power of Jesus to heal division and restore what has been broken. Whether you're wrestling with these topics personally or seeking a biblical perspective, this episode will challenge, encourage, and point you back to the heart of Christ. Tune in! You may see the Church’s role in redemption in a whole new way.

Can you be close to the Kingdom of God and still miss it?In this powerful message, Pastor Josiah Elias unpacks Mark 12 and the sobering reality that knowledge alone is not enough. The Sadducees knew religion but denied the power of God. The religious teacher understood the greatest commandment, yet Jesus told him, "You are not far from the Kingdom of God."Not far.Close enough to recognize truth.Close enough to understand Scripture.Close enough to admire Jesus.Yet still not fully surrendered.The Kingdom of God is not about having a form of godliness while denying its power. It is not about religious activity replacing genuine intimacy with Christ. The Scriptures and the power of God go hand in hand, and love remains the greatest commandment.This message is a call to move beyond information and into transformation, beyond religious performance and into relationship, beyond knowing about Jesus and truly knowing Him.A good understanding cannot replace a living relationship with Christ.If you've ever wondered whether you are merely near the things of God or fully surrendered to the King, this message is for you.Key Scriptures:• Mark 12:18-34• 2 Timothy 3:5• Matthew 7:22-23• 2 Peter 1:3-4At Faith Chapel, our vision is simple: Jesus. Our prayer is that this message would draw you into a deeper relationship with Him and awaken a fresh hunger for His presence, His Word, and His power.Culture Like Christ.Vision: Jesus.

EL OLAM | The Everlasting GodWho is God when generations come and go? Who remains when kingdoms rise and fall? Who was there before the beginning and will still reign after the end?In this powerful message, we explore the name El Olam—The Everlasting God. First revealed through Abraham in Genesis 21, El Olam reveals a God who is eternal in His nature, unchanging in His character, and faithful through every generation.While everything around us is temporary, God stands outside of time. He never grows weary, never loses understanding, and never fails to fulfill His promises. He is the Ancient of Days, seated upon His eternal throne, ruling with wisdom, power, and glory that knows no end.Through the finished work of Jesus Christ, the Everlasting God has established an everlasting covenant with His people. The same God who sustained Abraham, strengthened the prophets, and raised Jesus from the dead is still working today—equipping His people for every good work and leading them as the Great Shepherd of the sheep.This message will encourage you to anchor your faith in the One whose kingdom is everlasting, whose promises are eternal, and whose presence remains constant through every season of life.Key Scriptures:• Genesis 21:33• Hebrews 13:20-21• Isaiah 40:28• Daniel 7:9-10• Psalm 145:13No matter what changes around you, El Olam remains the same—yesterday, today, and forever.Culture Like Christ. Vision: Jesus.

Creatives Are Created by the Creator with Arkeli Johnson is an inspiring conversation about creativity, worship, and partnering with the Holy Spirit. Together, they explore the responsibility of creatives to steward their gifts with integrity, give God the glory, and resist the temptation to seek recognition for themselves. Whether you're a musician, artist, entrepreneur, or creator of any kind, this episode will encourage you to create from a place of surrender, purpose, and devotion to the One who created you.

What happens when the power of the Holy Spirit invades a room?At Faith Chapel, we witnessed an unforgettable move of God as David Diga Hernandez ministered under the anointing of the Holy Spirit and miracles broke out across the sanctuary. People testified of remarkable healings—those suffering with arthritis in their shoulders were instantly healed, cysts disappeared, and one individual who was born without a fully developed eardrum suddenly began to hear.As the presence of God filled the room, many were overwhelmed by the power of the Holy Spirit, encountering Jesus in a fresh and life-changing way. Hearts were touched, lives were transformed, and faith was ignited.David Diga Hernandez also delivered a powerful message on mental and spiritual strongholds, revealing a profound truth: behind every stronghold is a lie that a believer has unknowingly come into agreement with. When that lie is believed long enough, it gains influence over the mind. But when the truth of God's Word is received, every stronghold must bow. The enemy trembles at the truth because truth exposes deception, destroys bondage, and sets people free.This service was filled with the tangible presence of God, life-changing revelation, and undeniable miracles. Watch and be encouraged as you witness the power of Jesus Christ still healing, delivering, and transforming lives today.📖 "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." — John 8:32🙏 If this testimony strengthens your faith, be sure to like, subscribe, and share this message with someone who needs to experience the freedom and power of Jesus Christ.

This past Wednesday, Pastor Greg Hendricks delivered a timely and powerful word that served as fresh manna for the Faith Chapel family. Through Scripture, he revealed the importance of winning the battle of the mind and cultivating a life anchored in the peace of God.Drawing from Philippians 4, Isaiah 26, and other key passages, Pastor Greg taught that peace is not found in the absence of problems but in the presence of Christ. As believers fix their minds on things above, guard their hearts, reject anxiety, and meditate on God's truth, they position themselves to walk in the life and peace that only the Holy Spirit can provide.This message challenged the congregation to move beyond simply hearing God's Word and to become doers of it through prayer, obedience, and daily fellowship with Jesus. From learning to cast every burden upon the Lord to renewing the mind through truth, this sermon offered practical and biblical wisdom for anyone seeking freedom from worry, victory over mental strongholds, and a deeper walk with God.If you've been battling fear, anxiety, distraction, or discouragement, this message will encourage you to fix your eyes on Christ, trust His faithfulness, and experience the perfect peace promised to those whose minds are stayed on Him.

"Once Saved, Always Saved?" is a thoughtful conversation with Pastor Josiah Elias and George Elias exploring one of Christianity’s most debated questions: Can a believer lose their salvation, or is it secure forever? Together, they dive into what Scripture says about salvation, faith, free will, and walking away from God. Whether you've wrestled with this question yourself or want a deeper understanding of both perspectives, this episode offers a biblical and balanced discussion on a topic that has sparked debate for generations.

What happens when life goes wrong? In this powerful message, "You Are Chosen," Pastor Franklin Aytes reminds us that suffering can often cause us to lose our confidence, identity, purpose, and perspective. Yet in the middle of hardship, God's Word declares a greater truth: you are chosen. Through 1 Peter 2:9, discover what it means to be Called, Holy, Obedient, Sanctified, Empowered, and made New in Christ. No matter what you are facing, God has set you apart for His purposes and called you out of darkness into His marvelous light. This message will encourage you to embrace your identity and assignment by faith and walk confidently in who God created you to be.

Down to Ride with special guest Daniel Jordan is a conversation about loyalty, purpose, and staying grounded through life’s challenges. Daniel Jordan shares insights from his journey, highlighting resilience, faith, and what it means to remain committed in every season.Tune in for an honest and encouraging discussion on staying steady and true to what matters most.

On this powerful Pentecost Sunday, Pastor Josiah Elias brings a life-changing message titled “The Great Exchange.” At the cross, Jesus took our sin, shame, pain, and bondage so we could receive His righteousness, freedom, healing, and the power of the Holy Spirit. Pentecost was never meant to be just a historical moment — it was the beginning of a supernatural outpouring that is still transforming lives today. This message will challenge you to fully surrender, receive what Christ paid for, and walk in the new life God has prepared for you. If you’ve been carrying burdens, battling spiritually, or hungry for a fresh encounter with God, this sermon is for you. The same Spirit that fell in the Upper Room is still moving today with power, fire, deliverance, and salvation. Don’t just watch this message for yourself — share it with someone who needs hope, freedom, and a touch from God.

What does it actually sound like to hear from God? In this episode, guest speaker Jon Hall joins Pastor Josiah Elias for a powerful conversation on discerning God’s voice, growing in intimacy with Him, and learning to recognize when He’s speaking. Whether you’ve struggled to hear God or want to grow deeper in your relationship with Him, this episode will encourage, challenge, and equip you. Tune in — you may hear God differently after this conversation.

In this powerful and eye-opening message, “Guarding Against Deception,” Pastor Josiah Elias walks through the fall of humanity in Genesis 3 to expose how deception subtly pulls hearts away from pure devotion to God. From the very beginning, the serpent twisted God’s truth, causing Eve to question what the Lord had spoken even though she was already created in His image and likeness. This sermon reveals the dangerous progression of deception: God speaks truth, the enemy questions it, conversation with the lie begins, desire is awakened, and sin follows. Pastor Josiah powerfully challenges believers not to allow culture, emotions, personal desires, or the voice of the enemy to disciple them more than the Word of God. Through the words of Jesus in John 8, we are reminded that Satan is the father of lies, but those who belong to God hear and obey His voice. Even after the fall, God named Eve “the mother of all living,” proving that failure does not have to define identity or destiny. This message is a sobering call for the Church to stay rooted in truth, guard the heart against compromise, and recognize that deception is not simply believing wrong information—it is trusting any voice more than God’s.

In this powerful podcast message on Jehovah Kanna—“The Lord Who is Jealous”—we uncover the fiery passion of God for the hearts of His people. Through Exodus 34, Scripture reveals that God’s jealousy is not rooted in insecurity, but in covenant love; He refuses to share the worship, affection, and devotion that belong to Him alone. Just as Elijah confronted Israel on Mount Carmel asking, “How much longer will you waver between two opinions?”, this message challenges believers to examine the altars, idols, and divided loyalties that can slowly pull our hearts away from wholehearted surrender to God. From the consuming fire of Deuteronomy to Paul’s burden in Romans and Corinthians, we see a God who longs to draw His people back into intimacy, stirring holy jealousy so hearts would return to Him in repentance and truth. Even in our wandering, Hosea reveals the tenderness of God, who lovingly calls His people back into the wilderness to speak to them again. This sermon is a passionate call to destroy compromise, rekindle zeal for the house of God, and respond to the One whose love burns fiercely for His people—a God who is not content with partial devotion, but desires all of us.

In this convicting and powerful message entitled “Withering Religion,” Pastor Josiah Elias unpacks Jesus’ encounter with the barren fig tree in Matthew 21, revealing a sobering warning against outward religion that looks alive but bears no real fruit. Just as the fig tree was full of leaves yet empty within, Jesus confronted a religious culture that honored God with words while their hearts remained distant from Him. Through the connection between the fig tree and the inner life, this sermon challenges believers to examine the authenticity of their devotion—because how deep is our relationship with Christ if we cannot truly recognize His voice, His presence, or His heart? Pastor Josiah calls the Church beyond appearances, reminding us that true discipleship is proven through love, integrity, faith, and intimacy with Jesus rather than empty performance. While dead religion withers, genuine faith moves mountains, releases the impossible through Christ, and produces lasting fruit in the lives of those planted deeply in God’s presence. This message is a wake-up call for religion to die so people can truly encounter Christ, becoming like trees planted by living water whose leaves never wither and whose lives continually bear fruit for the glory of God.

In this powerful Midweek Encounter message on Jehovah Ra’ah—“The Lord My Shepherd”—we uncover the heart of God as the Shepherd who faithfully leads, protects, restores, and calls His people by name. From Jacob blessing Joseph and declaring that God had shepherded him all his life, to Jesus revealing Himself in John 10 as the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for the sheep, this sermon paints a beautiful picture of Christ’s personal care and guidance over every season of our lives. In a world full of noise, strangers, and confusion, the voice of the Shepherd still calls His flock to follow Him with trust and intimacy. Psalm 23 reminds us that under His leadership there is peace, provision, restoration, comfort, and fearless hope even in the valley of the shadow of death. Jesus looked upon the weary and scattered multitudes with compassion, recognizing sheep without a shepherd, and continues today to raise up pastors, leaders, and laborers to equip the Church and gather the harvest. This message will encourage you to draw near to the Shepherd who never abandons His sheep, whose goodness and mercy pursue you all the days of your life, and whose presence carries you safely home.

Even in the face of undeniable miracles, many who encountered Jesus still chose not to believe—revealing a sobering truth that encountering God’s power does not automatically produce faith. This message unpacks the tension between revelation and resistance, showing how the condition of the heart determines whether truth is received or rejected. While God’s desire is that none would perish, Scripture makes it clear that people can harden their hearts, just like Pharaoh, resisting the very grace meant to lead them to repentance. Yet the invitation remains urgent and open: today is the day of salvation. Jesus stands as the full expression of the Father, the light sent into darkness so that all who trust in Him would step into life. This sermon calls us to examine what we truly value—human approval or the praise of God—and challenges us to choose life by fully surrendering in faith and obedience. In the end, God has entrusted us with the power to choose, and knowing Him is eternal life—so the question remains: will you respond to His voice, or resist the truth that leads to freedom?

This episode is a wake-up call to a generation that can no longer afford spiritual slumber—the hour has come to rise, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. As the world trembles and uncertainty increases, we are reminded to stay alert, to watch, and to live with urgency, knowing the Lord’s return will come unexpectedly, like a thief in the night. Yet this is not a message of fear, but of purpose: God’s heart is patient, desiring that none would perish, and the fields around us are ripe for harvest. The call is clear—lift your eyes, step into the mission, and answer the invitation to go and make disciples. In a time where the harvest is plentiful but the laborers are few, will you be the one who responds, “Here am I, send me,” living ready for the soon return of Christ and faithful to carry His message to the ends of the earth?

In this powerful Midweek Encounter, we dive into the story of Hagar in Genesis 16—a story of pain, impatience, and broken human decisions, yet met by the overwhelming mercy of God. When Sarai and Abram took matters into their own hands, striving to fulfill God’s promise their own way, it led to division, rejection, and deep suffering for Hagar, who fled into the wilderness feeling unseen and abandoned. But it was there, in her lowest moment, that the angel of the Lord met her and revealed a profound truth: God hears and God sees. Hagar encounters the living God and calls Him “the God who sees me,” reminding us that even when we feel overlooked, mistreated, or forgotten, the Lord is fully aware of our pain and intimately involved in our story. Tying into Matthew 6 and 10, we’re reminded that our Father knows our needs before we ask and values us far beyond what we can comprehend—even down to the smallest details of our lives. This message calls us to trust God’s timing, surrender control, and rest in the assurance that we are never unseen, unheard, or unloved.

In this bold and eye-opening message, Pastor Josiah Elias unpacks the moment Jesus cleansed the temple in Matthew 21, revealing that sometimes divine cleansing doesn’t look peaceful—it looks like disruption. What appeared to be chaos was actually Jesus restoring what was sacred, confronting a system that had turned God’s house into a place of profit instead of prayer. Drawing from Jeremiah 7 and Isaiah 56, this sermon exposes the danger of mixing worship with selfish gain and challenges believers to examine their own hearts: have we made room for God, or have we replaced intimacy with performance? As Jesus overturns tables, He also heals the broken and welcomes the overlooked, showing that true revival makes space for purity, prayer, and presence. With powerful insight, Pastor Josiah reminds us that what Jesus says must matter—and often, it’s the least expected voices, like children, who carry the clearest revelation of His kingdom.

Step into a powerful message from Pastor Josiah Elias on Jehovah Tsidkenu—“The Lord Our Righteousness”—where the promise of Jeremiah 23 meets the fulfillment in Jesus Christ. This sermon unpacks how Jesus, the righteous Branch, became the Lamb who takes away the sin of the world, inviting us not just to be forgiven, but transformed. Through the lens of John 15, Romans 6, and Galatians 2:20, you’ll discover what it truly means to be crucified with Christ, made new, and empowered by the Holy Spirit to walk in righteousness—not by striving, but by abiding. This message calls believers to leave behind the old life, resist sin’s grip, and fully embrace their identity as sons and daughters clothed in Christ, carrying His righteousness into the world as ambassadors of reconciliation.

In this powerful and eye-opening message, Pastor Greg Hendricks unpacks the journey of spiritual maturity and the ongoing sanctifying work of walking with God. Centered on the moment after the resurrection when Jesus appears to two disciples on the road—one named Cleopas and the other unnamed—this sermon reveals how easily pain, disappointment, and unmet expectations can blind us to the very presence of Christ walking beside us. Though Jesus had already secured the victory, they couldn’t see Him for who He was. Pastor Greg highlights how Jesus patiently revealed the Scriptures to them, showing that their confusion wasn’t just emotional—it was rooted in a lack of understanding and belief in what had already been spoken through the prophets. This message is a call to trust God’s timing, anchor yourself in His Word, and recognize that even in moments of doubt, Jesus is closer than you think, leading you deeper into maturity and truth.

Discover the powerful revelation of the Lord as Jehovah Tsidkenu—The Lord Our Righteousness in this convicting and hope-filled message. Through the prophetic words of Jeremiah, we see a world corrupted by false voices, compromised leaders, and hearts led astray—yet in the middle of darkness, God promises a coming King, the righteous Branch, who will reign in truth, justice, and holiness. This episode unpacks how that promise is fulfilled in Jesus—the true Vine—who not only calls us into righteousness but becomes our righteousness. From the fire of God’s Word that shatters deception to the invitation to abide in Him and bear lasting fruit, this message will challenge you to discern truth, reject compromise, and remain deeply rooted in Christ. You are not made righteous by your striving, but by abiding in the One who is righteous—Jehovah Tsidkenu.

Can I Get a Witness? — Pastor Josiah Elias delivers a powerful reminder that the resurrection of Jesus is the foundation of our faith and the source of life-changing transformation. He emphasizes that Christianity isn’t merely information but testimony: the risen Christ brings freedom from depression, addiction, adultery, and despair, proving His reality through transformed lives. Pastor Josiah underscores that Jesus’ death and resurrection were God’s redemptive plan—confirmed by Scripture, miracles, and eyewitness testimony—and that the joy of the cross was ultimately for our salvation and restoration.Filled with the Holy Spirit, believers are called to be bold witnesses of Jesus “in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Using the recent miraculous recovery of his cousin Danny—brought back to life after being shocked seventy times—as a living sign of revival, Pastor Josiah challenges the church to live aligned with Christ as salt and light. May an encounter with the living Jesus reshape our lives so we can testify to His power, mercy, and resurrection.

Step into a powerful Holy Week message with Britnee & Justin Lacuesta as they unpack what it truly means to die to self and live a life of sacrificial love. Through the example of Christ on the cross, we are reminded that even in His deepest suffering, He chose forgiveness, mercy, and service—showing us a higher way to live. This sermon invites you to lay down pride, pain, and past wounds, and discover the freedom that comes from surrendering fully to Jesus. As we align our hearts with His, we learn that healing begins where self ends—and that true freedom is found in forgiving others just as Christ forgave us, even while He was still on the cross.

On Palm Sunday we explored how Jesus wins by humility, not force.Pastor Josiah unpacked Matthew 21, Luke 19 and Zechariah 9:9: the King rode a donkey to confront sin and death, not Rome. His humility models a different kind of victory—God’s conquering power comes through peace, not pride. Practical application: examine your conflicts (work, family, neighbors), your goals in them, and consider humility, reconciliation, and service instead of winning.Illustrations and encouragement: a personal reconciliation story, the LORD as Jehovah Shalom (our peace), Peter walking on the water when focused on Jesus, and Romans 16:20’s promise that God will ultimately crush evil. Final call: lay down status and pride, follow Christ’s humble example, and let your life praise Him.Scripture highlights: Matthew 21; Luke 19; Zechariah 9:9; John 12; Romans 16:20; James 4:6.Read more about the service here: https://www.faithchapelsd.com/post/red-letters-conquering-humility-3-29-26-pastor-josiah-elias

This episode explores the powerful name **Jehovah Sabaoth—“The Lord of Hosts,” the God of Heaven’s armies—**revealing Him as both a tender listener and a mighty warrior. Through Hannah’s anguish in 1 Samuel, we see that the Lord of Hosts is deeply personal, attentive to the cries of the broken, and faithful to remember and respond. Yet in David’s bold declaration and Jehoshaphat’s victory, we encounter the same God as the Commander of angel armies, fighting battles His people cannot win on their own. Jehovah Sabaoth is the One who invites us to surrender, worship, and trust, knowing the battle belongs to Him—His zeal secures victory, His presence brings peace, and His power establishes His purposes. If God is for us, no force can stand against us.

Experience a powerful NexGen service filled with passionate worship led by the next generation, as young voices boldly lift up the name of Yahweh and encounter His presence. In this message, “The Stories We Tell,” Pastor Michel unpacks Revelation 12:11, revealing the three defining stories every believer carries: the Gospel, our personal testimony, and a life fully surrendered to Christ. Through biblical truth, personal testimony, and dynamic storytelling, this sermon reminds us that the blood of Jesus, the power of our story, and unwavering faith in trials are what overcome the enemy. Be encouraged to declare the Gospel over your life, boldly share what God has done for you, and stand firm knowing that every storm is strengthening you for His glory.

In this episode, Pastor Tim Maxwell shares a heartfelt message about the name Immanuel — “God with us.” He opens up about his personal relationship with the Lord and how the reality of God’s presence has carried him through every season. Discover what it truly means to walk with Immanuel — the God who is near, present, and active in every moment of our lives.

In Joshua 4, the Israelites built a memorial to remember what God had done for them—and that same call to remembrance echoed through this powerful service. Josh Munoz reminded us to thank God wholeheartedly, and Pastor Josiah Elias announced Greg Hendricks’ transition from director to pastor, urging us to lead others to Jesus and to steward well what God has given. In John 12, Mary anointed Jesus’ feet with costly perfume, filling the house with the fragrance of pure worship—a beautiful act showing that true breakthrough and obedience move the needle not just for us, but for others too. Through stories of faith, healing, and surrender—from the official’s son to the woman who touched Jesus’ garment—we were reminded that God delights in His people (Isaiah 62:4; Zephaniah 3:17) and that our obedience can bring freedom and faith to entire households. May we continue to be salt and light, moving the needle for the glory of Christ.

This message reveals the power and majesty of El Elyon — God Most High, the One who rules above all powers, kingdoms, and names. From Melchizedek blessing Abram to the fiery furnace where Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego stood unshaken, we see that El Elyon is not just sovereign in title but supreme in authority and presence. He alone establishes boundaries for the seas, commands the angels, and reigns as refuge for those who dwell in His shadow. Jesus, our eternal High Priest in the order of Melchizedek, embodies this same Most High God — the One who delivers, protects, and reigns forever. This sermon calls us to recognize His unmatched supremacy, to place no other gods before Him, and to live anchored in the confidence that there is truly no other God who can rescue, reign, or redeem like El Elyon.

In this powerful message from Luke 19, we’re reminded that the arrival of God’s kingdom is not primarily about timing but about a Person—Jesus—who came “to seek and save the lost,” and whose presence brings the kingdom wherever He is. Using the parable of the nobleman and his servants, Pastor Josiah calls us to take seriously the assignments and opportunities we’ve been entrusted with now, because our faithfulness in the present realm prepares us for greater responsibility in the coming realm. The sermon warns against a fearful, passive faith that hides what’s been given and instead urges risk, investment, and bold obedience—because sitting on what God gives results in loss, while faithful use multiplies it. The bottom line: make Jesus and His word your priority, let them shape how you live, and then step out to blitz culture with the message and power of God—He’s already given you what you need to honor Him.

“What a God! What a God!” we sang as His presence filled the room. Pastor Josiah reminded us that Faith Chapel’s mission is to culture like Christ and our vision is Jesus. Continuing from past messages of “Championship Faith” and Bartimaeus’ healing, we encountered Zacchaeus—the rich tax collector who climbed a sycamore tree to see Jesus. Though Zacchaeus tried to hide, Jesus saw him, called him by name, and brought salvation to his house. Pastor Josiah emphasized that we can’t hide forever; God sees us even in our shame and calls us into His light. Just like Zacchaeus, one encounter with Jesus transforms everything—He seeks, He saves, and He restores what was broken.

In this powerful message, Pastors Tim and Greg Hendricks challenge us to stop negotiating with the enemy and fully surrender our lives to Jesus. True victory—winning God’s way—comes through faithfulness, holiness, and total devotion. Pastor Greg reminds us that the world may label us, but only Jesus gives us legitimacy and eternal life. Like the faithful sons of Zadok, access to God follows allegiance to Him. Holiness isn’t perfection but alignment—what we tolerate privately will eventually show publicly. When we stay faithful in the fire, live holy as a lifestyle, and remain committed to our inheritance in Christ, we experience the closeness, freedom, and divine connection that only full surrender brings.

In this message, we dive into the revelation of God’s name—Elohim, the Creator and Covenant-Keeper. From the opening pages of Genesis to the declarations of the prophets, Elohim reveals Himself as the One who formed us in His image, who keeps covenant and mercy to a thousand generations (Deut. 7:9), and who calls us to walk in unity and holiness before Him. When Moses asked, “What is His name?” (Ex. 3:13), God began to unfold a mystery that would echo through time: the same Elohim who said, “Let Us make man in Our image” (Gen. 1:26) is revealed in Jesus Christ, the visible image of the invisible God (Col. 1:15).Through the Word, the Spirit, and the Son, we discover that Elohim is One—yet moves in perfect harmony as Father, Son, and Spirit. He is the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace (Isa. 9:6), who calls His people to live as one, walk in His covenant, and reflect His image in the world. As we come to know His name, we also come to know who we are—His witnesses, His creation, and His covenant family, empowered by His Spirit to carry His glory from generation to generation.

In this powerful message, Pastor Josiah reminds us that our mission is to culture like Christ and our vision is Jesus. Looking at the story of Bartimaeus in Mark 10, we see how our true identity in Christ should shape our circumstances—not the other way around. Like Bartimaeus, we are called to throw off the old coat, cry out in faith, and pursue Jesus with everything in us. When we understand who we are in Him—chosen, redeemed, forgiven, and loved—our breakthroughs become moments that lead us into deeper devotion. May this message stir your heart to trust, surrender, and follow Jesus wherever He leads.

Experience a powerful move of God in this service filled with Spirit-led worship, baptisms, and communion as Faith Chapel closes the Daniel Fast and reflects on what it means to truly follow Jesus. Pastor Josiah Elias preaches “Built in the Shadows,” reminding us that in the Kingdom of God, success isn’t measured by what we have but by Who we follow. Through 1 Corinthians and Matthew 19, we learn that surrender, not possession, brings freedom—that it’s not about the what but the Who. Joined by Pastors Ashley and Greg Elias, this message calls us to release what holds us back, draw closer to Jesus, and live for His glory. Watch now and be encouraged to seek the Kingdom first and let Jesus be Lord over every part of your life.

Faith Chapel lifted their voices declaring, “You’ve never failed me yet,” a reminder that though people may fail us, the Lord never does. Joel Muñoz encouraged everyone to “give the Holy Spirit the right of way,” allowing Him to convict, guide, and transform every part of our lives. Pastor Josiah then highlighted the power of testimony, introducing David Moreno, who shared how God miraculously healed his rib—confirmed by doctors—after prayer with his family. Guest speaker David Diga Hernandez followed, teaching from 1 Corinthians 2:9-10 that the Holy Spirit reveals the deep things of God and invites us into continual fellowship with Him. Using an illustration of body, soul, and spirit, David explained that our true identity is found in the spirit, and we are called not to strive for growth but to align our whole being with who we already are in Christ. Instead of performing or exhausting ourselves in ministry, we are to surrender, trust, and obey—letting the Spirit’s living water flow through us so that we can truly be the salt and light of the world.

When God appeared to Abram at ninety-nine years old, He revealed Himself as El Shaddai — “God Almighty” (Genesis 17:1). This was more than a name; it was a revelation of His nature. El Shaddai means the All-Sufficient One — the God who is more than enough. To a man who was old and childless, God declared that His power was not limited by human weakness. He made a covenant with Abraham, promising descendants, nations, and kings to come from him. Every time “El Shaddai” appeared again in Scripture — with Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph — it reaffirmed God’s unshakable faithfulness to multiply, bless, and sustain His people beyond their ability.In the New Testament, that same power and sufficiency are revealed in Jesus Christ. As the True Vine (John 15:1), He prunes and grows His people to bear fruit. Through His authority (Matthew 28:18–20), the Church carries on the mission of El Shaddai — to multiply disciples across nations. Paul reminds us in Ephesians 4:11–13 that maturity in Christ comes when we are equipped and unified, fully dependent on His strength. Just as newborns crave pure spiritual milk (1 Peter 2:2–3), we must remain nourished by His Word to grow in the fullness of His covenant.Finally, in Revelation 1, John encounters the risen Christ — radiant, powerful, and alive forevermore. The same voice that spoke to Abraham now declares, “I am the First and the Last.” El Shaddai has not changed. He still keeps His promises, still multiplies His people, and still holds all authority in heaven and on earth. Our response, like Abraham’s, is to fall before Him in worship, walk blamelessly, and trust that the Almighty is more than enough for every generation.