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Finding True North | Navigating the CourseHow can we know if we’re truly following God’s direction? In Luke 8:22–39, Jesus demonstrates that divine discernment reveals divine direction. Pastor Craig shares how to recognize God’s leading, avoid spiritual assumptions, welcome godly accountability, and grow in our ability to follow Jesus with confidence.📖 Luke 8:22–39 | Hebrews 5:14#FindingTrueNorth #DivineDirection #Discernment #FollowingJesus #FreedomChurch #ChristianSermon

The little things matter to God.In this sermon, we look at the life of Solomon and discover how small compromises can lead to significant consequences. When we compromise God’s standards, we can forfeit the future He has for us.We’ll explore three practical ways to remain faithful:Stand firm in your convictions without becoming stuck in your ways.Stay committed to godly values instead of being consumed by false promises.Rule over your cravings before they begin to rule your character.Don’t overlook the little things—because they shape the person we become and the future we build.📖 Scripture: 1 Kings 10–11, Deuteronomy 17:14–20, Ephesians 6:13, 2 Corinthians 6:14–16, Matthew 7:17

Truth is universally available, but exclusively accessible. In this message, we look at Jesus’ words in John 10 and what it means to hear Christ’s voice above the noise of culture, trends, and our own feelings. Jesus says, “I am the door.” He is the access point to salvation, freedom, provision, and ultimately, truth.In Pilferproof, we explore three realities about truth:• Truth cannot coexist with moral relativism.• Truth does not shift with cultural trends.• Truth is not based on the subjectivity of our feelings.The voice of Jesus calls us to something greater than simply doing what seems right, following what is popular, or trusting how we feel. His voice leads us toward self-forgetfulness, sacrificial love, and abundant life.📖 Scripture: John 10:7–18📖 1 Corinthians 1:18📖 Proverbs 14:12📖 Luke 9:24📖 1 John 3:16Absolute truth is sacrificial love—and we see that love most clearly in Jesus Christ.If this message encourages you, share it with someone who needs to hear it.

In Revelation 3:14–22, Jesus challenges the church in Laodicea—and us—to examine whether our faith is simply something we claim or something we actively live.Join us as we look at what Jesus requires of His followers: investing in spiritual things, choosing His righteousness over our own rightness, and seeing clearly the vision He has for our lives.“He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.” — Revelation 3:22

The Fear of the Lord: Where True Wisdom BeginsWhat does it mean to fear the Lord? In this message, we explore Proverbs 1:7 and discover that reverence for God is the foundation of true knowledge and wisdom. We'll see how rejecting God's truth leads to deception and wayward thinking, while honoring Him leads to life, joy, and understanding. Through the sobering account of Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5, we're reminded that God takes holiness seriously and that a healthy fear of the Lord produces a deeper love, obedience, and lasting joy. Little reverence leads to greater judgment; deep reverence leads to greater joy.

When life leaves you exhausted, where do you turn?In this powerful message, we're reminded to consider Jesus—the One who endured suffering, temptation, and hostility so that we would never have to face our struggles alone. Because Christ stood for us, He now stands with us.Discover why your victory isn't found in trying harder, but in holding tighter to the finished work of Jesus. Learn how His perfect sinlessness doesn't make Him distant from your pain—it makes Him the perfect Savior who understands your weaknesses and invites you to confidently approach God's throne of grace.Key Scriptures:📖 Hebrews 12:3📖 Hebrews 4:14-16📖 Psalm 46:1📖 Romans 10:9-10, 13Key Takeaways:• Christ first withstood for you, so now He stands with you.• Victory comes by trusting Christ's victory, not your own strength.• Jesus understands every struggle and offers grace in your time of need.• God's grace is the source of your confidence.• There is no circumstance beyond heaven's help.If this message encouraged you, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who needs to be reminded that God's grace is greater than their greatest struggle.

Your life changes when your mind changes.Join us as we begin a new series exploring the Mind of Christ through Philippians 2:1–5. Together, we'll discover what it means to embrace Christ's attitude of unity, humility, and selfless service—and how a transformed mind leads to a transformed life.When we imitate Jesus, we begin to think differently, love differently, and live differently. Come be challenged to lay down selfish ambition, pursue genuine humility, and reflect the heart of Christ in your everyday relationships.If this message encourages you, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs hope today.

Welcome to this week's message! Today we're joined by our guest speakers from For the Fatherless as they share a powerful message on Gospel Perseverance. No matter where you are in your faith journey, this sermon will encourage you to stay rooted in Christ, remain faithful through every season, and keep pressing forward with unwavering hope. We pray this message strengthens your faith and reminds you that the gospel is always worth persevering for.

Small compromises rarely stay small. In this message, "The Little Foxes," we explore how seemingly insignificant sins, distractions, and compromises can quietly damage our walk with Christ, our relationships, and our witness.Drawing from Song of Solomon 2:15, we'll discover how "the little foxes" can consume our affections, deceive our hearts, and create far greater problems than we ever expected. Through God's Word, we'll be challenged to examine our lives, remove what hinders our relationship with Him, and pursue wholehearted devotion to Christ.Join us as we seek God's truth, celebrate communion, and allow the Holy Spirit to reveal the "little foxes" that may be spoiling the vineyard of our hearts.

Where do you find your strength? In 2 Corinthians 11:21–12:10, Paul exposes the counterfeit sources of strength we often trust—success, accomplishments, approval, knowledge, opportunities, and self-confidence. True strength isn't found in proving ourselves but in depending on Christ. When God says "no," His grace is still sufficient. When we embrace our weaknesses, we make room for His power. And when adversity drives us to greater dependence on Jesus, we discover that His strength is made perfect in our weakness. "For when I am weak, then I am strong." — 2 Corinthians 12:10 Join us as we learn how to exchange counterfeit strength for the sufficiency of Christ.

Virtue is not bought—it's grown.In this message from The Pursuit of Virtues, we explore how Christlike character is developed through a life surrendered to the Holy Spirit. As we walk in step with the Spirit, God transforms us into the image of Christ, producing the fruit of the Spirit in our lives.

Listen to this sermon as we conclude our series on the Fruit of the Spirit by examining self-control—the Spirit-empowered discipline of choosing what is best over what is most desirable. In a culture driven by impulse, comfort, and instant gratification, God calls us to live with purpose, restraint, and obedience.Through the temptation of Jesus in Matthew 4 and the teaching of Scripture, we'll discover how self-control protects us from pursuing what God has not provided, trusting voices He has not authorized, and chasing outcomes He has not ordained. True freedom is not found in giving in to every desire, but in surrendering every desire to Christ."Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self-control." — Proverbs 25:28

As we continue our series on the Fruit of the Spirit this sermon explores the strength of gentleness. In a world driven by pride, anger, and self-preservation, Jesus calls us to walk in humility, peace, and surrender to the Spirit. True gentleness is not weakness—it is power under restraint, shaped by the character of Christ.Through Galatians 5, Matthew 11, Ephesians 4, and the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 19, we’ll discover how God transforms striving hearts into steady, Spirit-led lives marked by grace, humility, and contentment in Christ.“Come to Me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28

Join us live as we dive into the power of faithfulness—God’s unwavering character and His call for us to remain steadfast through every season. Through Exodus 32, Galatians 5, and the words of Jesus, we’ll explore how faithfulness is established in God, strengthened through endurance, and evidenced in a fruitful life. No matter the pressure, hardship, or distraction, God is faithfully forming His nature within you.“Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful.” — Hebrews 10:23

Listen to this powerful message from Pastor Chris Ball as we continue our series on the Fruit of the Spirit: Goodness. Discover how God’s goodness is not just something He does—it is who He is. Through Scripture and the story of Joseph, we’ll learn how God works all things for good and shapes His goodness within us. As you listen remember to “taste and see that the Lord is good.”

Kindness that transforms—this is the work of the Spirit.Join us as we continue our Fruit of the Spirit series, focusing on kindness through Galatians 5:16–18, 22–23. This message unpacks what it means to be led by the Spirit and how true kindness is not just behavior—but evidence of God’s work within you.Through the story in 2 Samuel 9, we explore the depth of God’s kindness—how it looks beyond condition, leads to repentance, and restores dignity. Discover how this kind of Spirit-produced kindness shapes a life marked by compassion, forgiveness, and love.Stay connected, lean into the Word, and let the Spirit form something real in you.

Experience the peace your soul has been searching for.This message walks through Galatians 5:16–26 and reveals how true peace isn’t something we control—it’s something we surrender to. Discover how the Spirit produces a unity within us, reshapes our values, and fills us with a peace that goes beyond understanding.From reconciliation with God to the promise of resurrection, this service will challenge and encourage you to stop striving for peace—and start walking in it.“The goal is not just getting to heaven… but getting heaven in you.”

Joy isn’t something you chase—it’s something the Spirit produces within you.In The Pursuit of Virtues, we explore how true joy isn’t based on circumstances, but rooted in obedience, perspective, and a life led by the Spirit. Discover how to redirect your focus, rejoice in every season, and live with a joy that outlasts hardship.📖 Galatians 5:16–24 | “The fruit of the Spirit is… joy.”

Join us live as we dive into Galatians 5:16–24 and discover how real transformation doesn’t come from willpower—but from walking in step with the Holy Spirit. In a world full of internal struggle, God invites us into a different way of living—one marked by His presence and producing lasting fruit.At the center of it all is one foundational virtue: love.The evidence of the Spirit is the struggle within youThe source of spiritual fruit is the Holy Spirit—not youThe focus of spiritual fruit is Jesus—not resultsLove is not a feeling—it’s a decision and an actionLove is a self-giving, enduring commitment to others“Abide in Me, and I in you…” — John 15:4Because you are loved by God, you are now able to love like God.Join us as we pursue a life shaped not by the flesh, but by the Spirit—and discover what it truly means to live for the love of God.

Celebrate Easter with us as we reflect on Luke 24 and the empty tomb—where everything changed.• It challenges our doubts.The stone was rolled away, the tomb was empty, and eyewitnesses couldn’t stay silent.• It inspires our hope.Because Jesus lives, the promise of eternal life is secure (1 John 2:25; 1 Peter 1:3–4).• It transforms our lives.Death is defeated (Acts 2:24), and in Christ, we are made new (2 Corinthians 5:17).👉 The resurrection isn’t just history—it’s proof that Jesus is alive, and changed lives are the evidence.

Does God really care about me?In this powerful Palm Sunday message, we walk through Isaiah 52:13–53:12 and discover the heart of Jesus—the Suffering Servant who sees us, grieves with us, and gave Himself for us. What looked like defeat was actually the greatest act of love the world has ever known.Jesus redefined success as servanthood (Matthew 20:28), and through His suffering, He brought healing, forgiveness, and hope to all who believe.🟢 He sees you in your condition🟢 He grieves over your shame🟢 He took your punishment🟢 He stands for you, not against you🟢 He gave everything to bring you life“But God shows His love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” — Romans 5:8No matter where you are or what you’ve walked through, this message reminds us: with God, what looks like defeat is often victory in disguise.If this message encouraged you, be sure to like, share, and subscribe to stay connected.

In this message from Luke 15:1–7, Jesus tells the parable of the lost sheep, revealing God’s heart for those who are far from Him. While the religious leaders criticize, heaven celebrates when even one sinner repents.This sermon explores the danger of self-righteousness and the compassion of the Good Shepherd who seeks the lost.Key Truth:You don’t make it to heaven by being good—you make it by being forgiven.If today’s message encourages you, share it with someone who needs to hear about God’s grace.

In this message from Matthew 25:31–46, Jesus reveals the difference between true faith and self-deception. The sheep and the goats are separated not by what they say, but by how they love, obey, and care for others.With insight from James 2 and Romans 10, this sermon reminds us: if eternity is real, obedience matters, people matter, and relationship with Christ matters most.Are you living out a faith that’s truly alive?

In this message. we examine how rationalizing sin begins when our mind makes excuses for what our spirit already knows is wrong. Jonah didn’t rebel loudly, he simply went down: down to Joppa, down into the ship, down into sleep, and eventually down into the sea. Sin often feels reasonable and even restful, but every justification leads us further from obedience. This sermon calls us to confront quiet compromise and remember that even at rock bottom, God’s mercy still reaches.

Thank you for joining us! In this message from Gospel of John 14:1–7, we’re reminded that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life—and that His return is the defining moment of our story. Because He first loved us, we can live ready and full of hope as we anticipate the next chapter with Him.

In today’s message, we’re reminded that God’s course of action is always more accurate than our interpretation. Through Scripture, we’re encouraged to choose preparation over prediction, to live as children of the light, guard our hearts and minds with godly truth, work the works of God, and place our hope in Christ’s appearing. As we wait with faith, love, and endurance, we’re called to encourage one another, hold fast to our confession, and build confidence in each other’s faith as we see the Day drawing near.

Why do we feel dissatisfied even when we’re trying to follow God? In this message, Dealing With Your Dissatisfaction, we explore how dissatisfaction often reveals a heart that struggles to fully trust the Lord. Using Proverbs 3:5–6 and Jesus’ parable of the sower in Mark 4, we examine how the condition of our hearts impacts our faith, endurance, and fruitfulness. Join us live as we discover how trusting God leads to straight paths, lasting fruit, and true satisfaction in Him.

In this message from our Straight Paths series, “Looking Carefully for Clarity,” we explore how true clarity begins with trusting God, not leaning on our own understanding (Proverbs 3:5–6). Through the story of Esther, we see how fear and desire can cloud our judgment—and how prayer and fasting realign our hearts with God’s will.

As you listen, Pastor Craig and Jennie take time to answer a few common questions about fasting. Whether this is your first experience with a church-wide fast or a season you’ve walked through before, this is a meaningful opportunity to prepare your heart. We are expectant and excited as we approach this time of prayer, fasting, worship, and consecration. Our church family is coming together with faith and anticipation for what God will do. We invite you to join us as we begin this powerful journey together starting this Sunday.Music from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/greenhouse/the-hollowLicense code: NK4ABLU0YGFDQ540 Music from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/ra/cupcakeLicense code: HIVKOAOCHCOUGOLV

In this message, Elder Jim Hood launches our Christmas series, A Saga of Grace, by asking a powerful question: Who Are You Looking For?From the wise men to the disciples, Scripture shows us people searching for Jesus to meet their needs, fulfill their expectations, or give them status. But Jesus didn’t come just to save us — He came to lead us, shape us, and call us into His Kingdom.This message challenges us to look beyond what is temporary and to make Jesus not only our Savior, but the Lord of our lives.If you’re ready for a deeper walk with Christ this Christmas season, this message is for you.

As we conclude the Lose Your Mind series, Pastor Craig Campbell brings a powerful final message. If you’ve struggled with intrusive thoughts, worry, or the negative self-talk that seems to drown out truth, you’ll find hope, clarity, and direction here.

Feeling worn down by anxious thoughts? Enough is enough. This sermon shows how Scripture equips us to break destructive patterns and reclaim the peace of mind God intended.

Your mind is the battlefield where God's truth fights for your freedom, and where the enemy's lies seek to hold you captive. Join us today as Pastor Craig teaches about the power of our thoughts, how the enemy attacks our minds, and how renewing our thinking leads us to real Freedom.

When we think about mental health, a lot of words come to mind- stress, peace, anxiety, hope.But what does the Word of God have to say about it?Join Jennie Campbell and a thoughtful panel as they open up an honest conversation about mental health and faith.We pray this discussion encourages you and reminds you that you’re not alone.

In today's message Pastor Craig begins in Joshua 14:6-15. We must choose Faith. Caleb made a choice to wholly follow the Lord, choosing to see what the Lord said over what his own eyes witnessed. You can't see what the Lord sees without Faith. Faith necessitates that you BELIEVE GOD, not just believe in  …

Pastor Craig kicks off a powerful new series, “Lose Your Mind,” with the message “Mind Your Business.” In this teaching, we’re challenged to let go of our old ways of thinking and embrace the mind of Christ — to see life through an eternal lens rather than a carnal one. Discover what it really means to follow Jesus with a renewed mind and transformed heart. 📖 Scripture Reference: Ephesians 4:17–24, Colossians 3:2, Galatians 5:16, Romans 12:2

You can't go the EXTRA mile if you haven't gone the first. Jesus teaches in Matthew 5:38-48 we are not called to the minimum, the standard, the expected... we're called, by Christ, to go the extra mile, to forgive, to pray for our enemies, to give and, "...to be perfect, as our Heavenly Father is perfect." How, you may ask? Learning Audacious, Kingdom Nonconformity! We hope you enjoy this message from Pastor Craig Campbell.

Ever felt like your questions or struggles don’t make sense to anyone—maybe even to God? This week, Pastor Craig reminds us that no question is a dumb question. God sees, cares, and works through our suffering for His purpose. 🙌

John 6:22–42 | What drives your faith—true devotion or hidden motives? In this message, “Putting the Teacher to the Test,” we look at John 6:22–42 where the crowd follows Jesus, not for who He is, but for what He can give them. Their intentions are exposed, and we’re invited to examine our own hearts.Are we seeking the Bread of Life, or just the bread that fills us for a moment?Join us as we unpack what it means to pursue Jesus with pure motives and to trust Him as the only one who truly satisfies.

To inherit the kingdom of God, we must be born again with a heart that seeks understanding over opportunity. True humility means being willing to learn. Listen to this sermon to learn what it looks like to live with a pure heart. God desires to entrust Himself to us, the first step is surrender.

🙌 Doubt isn’t the end of faith—it can be the beginning. In this week’s message “From Doubter to Disciple” (John 1:43–51), discover how Jesus meets us in our questions and leads us into deeper belief. ✨🎥 Watch now from our series Rabbi…Learning From the Best!

Jude urges us to contend for the faith. To hold fast to the truth of the Gospel in a world filled with compromise. We are called to stand firm, not in our own strength, but in the power of the One who is able to keep us from falling. We hope you listen to this sermon and are stirred to fight the good fight of faith with courage, conviction, and hope in Christ alone. 

Listen to this sermon as our guest speaker Pastor Christ Ball shares how Jesus went further in commitment, compassion, and courage showing us that true surrender means trusting God’s will, loving others deeply, and stepping boldly into His purpose. How will you go further with Him this week?

Join us this week for the kickoff of our At The Bonfire series—an open and honest conversation with Pastor Craig Campbell and special guest missionary Justin Crawford.We're diving into what it really means to share the Good News.Because at the end of the day—we're called to share it, not sell it.The saving? That’s God’s job.

In this sermon we welcome our guest speaker, John Eastmond. Listen to this sermon as John shares the story of the man at the pool of Bethesda, waiting for healing, yet unable to reach it on his own. You’ll be reminded that God doesn’t just wait for us to come to Him; He meets us right where we are, offering the miracle we need.

We hope you'll enjoy our M6:8 Summer edition with Markus McFolling & Reach1

You can't avoid the storms of life, but they serve a greater purpose. They reveal that God is sovereign and that we are not invisible. Whether to fine-tune, correct, or protect you, storms are designed to make you, not break you.

Enjoy Week 3 of our At The Movie series as we learn about directing our passions for God's glory!

Week 2 of At The Movies! Listen as Pastor Craig Campbell shares the keys to unlocking the purpose and meaning of your life. 

Are you ready to uncover the secret to real spiritual growth? Dive into this powerful message on abiding in Christ—the true vine—where we expose the traps of false connections and reveal how letting God prune your life leads to lasting fruit, true purpose, and the hope of Christ living in you!