Hope Fellowship Church | Weekly Sermons

This week at HFC, Campbell Terry continued our series The Gospel According to John with a message titled True Colors from John 8:12–20. In this passage, Jesus boldly declares, “I am the light of the world,” revealing His true identity in contrast to the spiritual blindness of the Pharisees. The sermon highlights how the light of Christ doesn’t just illuminate truth—it exposes what’s hidden and calls us to step out of darkness. We’re reminded that following Jesus means walking in His light daily, allowing Him to reveal our true condition while leading us into life, clarity, and freedom.

This week at HFC, Campbell Terry continued our series in the Gospel According to John with a message titled The Messiah Trap from John 7:53–8:11. In this powerful passage, we see religious leaders attempt to trap Jesus using the woman caught in adultery—forcing a tension between justice and mercy. Instead of falling into their scheme, Jesus exposes their hypocrisy and extends both truth and grace. This sermon reminds us how easy it is to weaponize righteousness while missing the heart of God, and how Jesus meets us not with condemnation, but with a call to transformation: “Go, and sin no more.”

This week at HFC, Pastor JC Morrison preaches “From There?” from John 7:25-52.As the crowds debated Jesus’ identity and origin, He issued a life-changing invitation: “If anyone is thirsty, come to me and drink.” Discover how Jesus cuts through confusion and offers the Holy Spirit as rivers of living water.A timely and powerful word from Hope Fellowship Church in Kansas City.

This week at HFC, Brad Seifert continued our The Gospel According to John series with a message titled “Being Right in a World Gone Wrong” from John 7:1–24. As tensions rise around Jesus and opinions clash, we’re challenged to consider what it truly means to be “right.” Jesus confronts surface-level judgment and calls people to look deeper—beyond appearances and assumptions—to the truth of who He is. In a world quick to judge, this message invites us to pursue discernment, humility, and a right understanding rooted in Christ.

In A Necessary Savior, Campbell Terry walks through Luke 24, revealing that Jesus is not just important—He is essential. From the empty tomb to the road to Emmaus, we see how all of Scripture points to Christ and His saving work. This message challenges us to recognize that without Jesus, there is no true hope—but in Him, everything is fulfilled.

This week’s message continues the Promised Delivered series by focusing on Palm Sunday and Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. The crowd welcomed Him as the promised King, but many still misunderstood what He came to do. This sermon highlights how God faithfully delivers on His promises—just not always in the way we expect—and challenges us to respond to Jesus with true trust rather than temporary excitement.

In this message, JC Morrison explores Jesus’ words to His disciples shortly before the crucifixion, when He gives them a “new command” — to love one another just as He has loved them. This kind of love is meant to be the defining mark of Jesus’ followers, visible to the world around them. Looking also at Jesus’ prayer in Gethsemane, the sermon highlights the depth of Christ’s sacrificial love and His surrender to the Father’s will. Believers are called to follow His example through prayerful dependence on God and a self-giving love that reflects the heart of Christ.

Today at Hope Fellowship Church, Brad Seifert preached from John 6:60–71, where many disciples turned away from Jesus after hearing His difficult teaching. As Jesus asked the Twelve if they would leave as well, Peter responded with a profound declaration: “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.” This message reminds believers that following Christ is not always easy, but He alone offers true life and truth. Even when faith is challenging or confusing, disciples remain because there is nowhere else to go for eternal life.

This week at Hope Fellowship Church, Campbell Terry continued through John 6 by exploring the crowd’s resistance to Jesus’ claim to be the Bread of Life. While the people believed they already understood Jesus, their familiarity kept them from truly hearing Him. Campbell highlighted how humanity often repeats the same pattern—questioning, doubting, and resisting God’s truth when it challenges personal expectations. Jesus calls His followers beyond surface belief into a deeper, sustaining faith found only in Him, the true bread that gives eternal life.

This week at Hope Fellowship Church, JC Morrison walks through Jesus’ powerful declaration that He is the Bread of Life. After the miracle of feeding the five thousand, the crowd continues to seek Jesus—but for temporary satisfaction rather than eternal truth. Jesus redirects their focus from physical provision to spiritual nourishment, teaching that true life is found only through believing in Him. This message challenges us to examine what we are truly pursuing and reminds us that lasting fulfillment, salvation, and security are found in Christ alone—the bread that never leaves us hungry.

In this message, JC Morrison walks us into the middle of the stormy Sea of Galilee, where the disciples are terrified, exhausted, and unable to move forward—until Jesus steps toward them on the water. When Jesus declares, “It is I,” He uses the sacred name of God — I AM — revealing that the One who rules the waves is the same eternal God who spoke to Moses from the burning bush. This sermon reminds us that Jesus does not wait for the storm to end before He comes to us; He enters our fear, our chaos, and our uncertainty with divine authority and compassion. When we recognize who He truly is, our fear gives way to faith, and we discover that His presence is enough to carry us safely to the other side.

This week at Hope Fellowship Church, Campbell Terry preached a message titled “Promised Bread” from John 6:1–15, where Jesus feeds the five thousand. In this passage, we see Jesus not only provide miraculously for a hungry crowd, but also reveal Himself as the true source of life and satisfaction. As the small offering of a boy becomes more than enough in Christ’s hands, we are reminded that God often works through what seems insignificant when it is surrendered to Him. This message encourages us to trust Jesus with what we have and to look beyond temporary needs to the eternal provision He offers through the Bread of Life.

This week at HFC, JC Morrison continues our journey through the Gospel of John with a message titled “Testified,”based on John 5:31–47. In this passage, Jesus calls forward powerful witnesses—John the Baptist, His miraculous works, the Father, and the Scriptures themselves—to testify to who He truly is. JC challenges us to examine not only the evidence God has already given, but also the condition of our hearts in receiving it. This message invites us to move beyond religious familiarity into a living, believing relationship with Christ.

This week at Hope Fellowship Church, Campbell Terry continued our journey through the Gospel of John with a message titled “Like Father, Like Son” from John 5:19–30. In this sermon, Campbell unpacked Jesus’ powerful claim that everything He does flows directly from the Father — revealing not only His divine authority, but His perfect unity with God. As Jesus speaks about giving life, executing judgment, and deserving the same honor as the Father, we are invited to see Him not just as a messenger from God, but as God Himself in action. This passage challenges us to listen to Jesus, trust His words, and respond in faith to the One who holds both life and eternity in His hands.

This week at HFC, Brad Seifert brings a message titled “Doing the Unthinkable” from John 5:1–16. Through the healing at the Pool of Bethesda, we see Jesus confront long-held assumptions, challenge religious comfort, and invite a response of faith and obedience. This sermon calls us to consider how Jesus still meets us in our brokenness—and asks whether we’re willing to trust Him when His way disrupts what feels familiar.

This week at HFC, Collin Coffee continues our journey through the Gospel of John with a sermon titled “The Redeemer’s Word.” Teaching from John 4:43–54, Collin explores the healing of the official’s son and highlights the power of trusting Jesus’ word even before we see the outcome. This passage invites us to grow from sign-seeking faith into a deeper, obedient faith that rests fully in the authority and faithfulness of Christ.

This Week at HFC, Luke Yocklin shared a message titled “A Life Directed by the Shepherd,” from Psalm 23.Drawing from David’s well-known psalm, Luke reminded us that following the Good Shepherd shapes every part of our lives. God faithfully provides, restores, and leads His people, even through seasons of uncertainty and darkness. When we trust His direction, we can walk with confidence, knowing His presence brings peace, protection, and the promise that His goodness and mercy will follow us all our days.

This week at HFC, we reflected on God’s promise of love revealed through the suffering servant in Isaiah 53. Joshua walked us through how Jesus willingly bore our pain, sin, and brokenness—not out of obligation, but out of deep, sacrificial love. Advent reminds us that God keeps His promises, and the promise of love is fulfilled in Christ, who took our place so we could experience forgiveness, healing, and restored relationship with God.

This week at HFC, Brad Seifert continued our Promise Keeper series with a message titled “Promise Keeper: Joy.”Drawing from Zechariah 9:9–10, Brad highlighted the surprising way God fulfills His promises through a humble and peaceful King. Rather than bringing joy through power or domination, God offers lasting joy through trust in His faithfulness and the peace that comes from surrendering to Jesus, the promised King who reigns over all nations.

Campbell Terry explores Micah’s prophecy of a humble ruler born in Bethlehem—One whose reign would bring true and lasting peace. In a world marked by turmoil and uncertainty, this passage points to God’s promise to provide a shepherd-king who leads with strength, tenderness, and faithfulness. Campbell highlights how the peace God offers isn’t merely the absence of conflict but the presence of a Savior who secures and sustains His people. Through Jesus, the long-awaited Prince of Peace, God proves Himself once again to be the Promise Keeper.

In this opening message of the Promise Keeper Advent series, JC Morrison walks through the creation and fall narratives to show how the very first promise of hope emerges in humanity’s darkest moment. Even as sin enters the world and fractures God’s perfect design, God responds not with abandonment but with a declaration that a Redeemer will one day crush the enemy. The story of Genesis 2–3 becomes a reminder that God’s faithfulness is older than our failures, and His promise of hope has been woven into the human story from the beginning.

This week at HFC, JC Morrison taught from John 4:27–42, showing how Jesus turns an ordinary moment into a Kingdom harvest. As the disciples return, Jesus reveals that the fields are already ripe—that God is always at work, often beyond what we can see. The Samaritan woman becomes an unexpected evangelist, and her testimony leads many to believe. JC challenged us to open our eyes to the spiritual opportunities around us, rejoice in the work God is doing, and faithfully join Him in gathering the harvest He has prepared.

This week at HFC, Lane Harrison walks us through Jesus’ encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well—a simple, everyday moment that becomes a powerful, life-changing exchange. Lane highlights how Jesus meets people right where they are, offering living water that satisfies far deeper than anything the world provides. Through this conversation, we see the heart of Christ to reveal truth, heal brokenness, and invite all people into genuine worship and new life.

This week at HFC, Brad Seifert continues our journey through the Gospel of John with a message titled “INCREASE: More Jesus.” John the Baptist reminds his followers that his joy is made complete when Jesus becomes greater and he becomes less. Through this passage, we’re challenged to consider what it means to truly elevate Christ above ourselves — in our priorities, our pride, and our purpose.

This week, Campbell Terry shares a message on the unmistakable gift of God’s love revealed through Jesus Christ. Drawing from one of the most well-known passages in Scripture, we’re reminded that God’s love is not hidden or distant—it’s evident and freely offered to all who believe.

This week at HFC, JC Morrison brings us a message titled “Can These Bones Live?” from John 3:1–15. In this passage, we meet Nicodemus — a respected religious leader searching for truth — as he comes to Jesus under the cover of night. Through their conversation, we’re reminded that spiritual life isn’t something we can earn or understand on our own; it’s a gift that comes only through being born again by the Spirit of God.

This week at HFC, guest speaker Collin Coffee shares a challenging message from John 2:13–25 titled “A Failure to Appreciate.” In this passage, we see Jesus clearing the temple—an act that reminds us how easy it is to lose sight of God’s holiness and treat sacred things casually. Collin calls us to examine our own hearts and rediscover a deep reverence for God’s presence, refusing to let comfort or routine dull our awe for Him.

This week at HFC, Pastor JC Morrison continues our series in the Gospel of John with a message from John 2:1–12 titled “So That You May Believe.”In this passage, Jesus performs His first recorded miracle—turning water into wine at a wedding in Cana. What seems like a simple act of compassion reveals His glory and points to a deeper truth: that Jesus brings new life, joy, and abundance where emptiness once existed.Pastor JC invites us to see this miracle not just as a story of transformation, but as a sign meant to stir our faith—so that we, too, may believe.

This week at HFC, Campbell Terry shares a message from John 1:35–51 titled “Message Received.” In this passage John the Baptist points his disciples toward Jesus, and they begin to follow Him. One by one, the message spreads as Andrew, Simon Peter, Philip, and Nathanael encounter Jesus personally. Each invitation—“Come and see”—becomes a moment of transformation. Campbell reminds us that the call of Jesus is personal and powerful, and when His message is received, it changes everything.

This week at HFC, Pastor JC Morrison brings a message from John 1:19–34 titled “The One Among You.” In this passage, John the Baptist points away from himself and declares that he is not the Christ, but rather the voice preparing the way for the Lord. His testimony directs us to Jesus—the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.Pastor JC unpacks what it means to recognize Jesus as the One who is already among us, inviting us to look beyond ourselves and place our faith in Him.

This week at HFC, Pastor Brad Seifert continues our series The Gospel According to John with Part 3 of Jesus Is. From John 1:14–18, Pastor Brad unpacks the truth that Jesus camps with us—that the Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. It’s a reminder of God’s nearness, grace, and truth revealed in Christ.

This week at HFC, JC Morrison brings us “Jesus Is: Part 2” from John 1:6–13.We’re reminded that John the Baptist came as a witness to the Light, pointing us to Jesus. Even though many did not recognize or receive Him, the good news is that those who believe are given the right to become children of God—not by our own effort, but by His grace.

This week on the HFC podcast, Campbell Terry begins our new series The Gospel According to John with a message titled Jesus Is. In John 1:1-5, we’re introduced to the Word who was with God in the beginning and who is God Himself—the source of life and the light that shines in the darkness.Campbell unpacks how these opening verses reveal the eternal nature of Jesus, His divine authority, and His power to bring true life to all who believe. It’s a reminder that the Gospel begins not with us, but with Him—the eternal Word who stepped into our world.Join us as we start this journey through John and discover more of who Jesus Is and what it means for us today.

This week on the HFC podcast, Campbell Terry shares a message from Matthew 16 titled All in the Same Sled. In this passage, Jesus calls His disciples to understand who He truly is and what it means to follow Him.Campbell unpacks how the Christian life is not a solo journey but one we share together—bearing the weight, sharing the mission, and moving forward in faith as one body. Just as a sled team moves in unison toward its goal, the Church is called to live in unity, sacrifice, and purpose as we follow Christ.Join us as we reflect on what it means to be all in the same sled—walking in step with Jesus and with one another for the sake of the Gospel.

This week on the HFC podcast, Brad Seifert brings a message from Psalm 6 titled Trouble in the Midst of God’s Presence. In this psalm, David cries out from a place of deep anguish, wrestling with grief, weakness, and fear—yet even in the midst of trouble, he anchors his hope in the nearness of God.Brad unpacks how God’s presence does not remove our struggles, but it transforms the way we endure them. Even in seasons of sorrow and trial, the Lord hears our cries and invites us to rest in His mercy and steadfast love.Join us as we discover what it means to experience God’s presence in the middle of life’s hardest moments and to find strength and hope in Him alone.

This week on the HFC podcast, Dan Heringer opens up 1 Thessalonians 1:1–10 with a message titled Mission in Action. In this passage, Paul commends the Thessalonian church for living out their faith in a way that impacted their community and beyond.Dan unpacks how the gospel not only transforms us personally but also propels us outward — shaping how we love, serve, and share Christ with others. It’s a challenge to live in such a way that our faith becomes visible evidence of God’s power at work.Join us as we explore what it means to put the mission of God into action in our daily lives.

This week on the HFC podcast, we’re excited to feature Luke Yocklin’s first sermon at HFC, as he shares a powerful message from Ephesians 2:1–10 titled Once Dead, Now Alive. In this foundational passage, Paul reminds us that though we were once dead in our sin, God — rich in mercy — has made us alive in Christ.Luke unpacks the depth of God’s grace, showing that salvation isn’t something we earn but a gift we receive. And with that new life comes a calling — to walk in the good works God has prepared for us.Join us as we celebrate not only the truth of the gospel but also Luke’s faithful step into preaching God’s Word.

This week on the HFC podcast, JC Morrison walks us through the heavy and honest words of Psalm 88 with a message titled Darkness, My Only Companion. Unlike most psalms, this one doesn’t wrap up with hope or resolution — it ends in the dark.JC unpacks how this psalm gives voice to deep suffering and reminds us that even when we can’t feel God’s presence, we can still cry out to Him. It’s an invitation to be real with our pain and to remember that God welcomes our rawest prayers.Join us as we consider how faith can survive in the dark — and why it matters that Psalm 88 is in the Bible at all.

This week on the HFC podcast, Campbell Terry returns to Psalm 4 with a message titled False Accusation Survival Guide. In this psalm, David responds to slander and pressure not with panic, but with prayer — showing us how to stay grounded when our reputation or character is under attack.Campbell unpacks how David models a heart that trusts God for justice, seeks peace instead of revenge, and finds rest even in the middle of conflict. It’s a timely and practical guide for navigating criticism and opposition with integrity and faith.Join us as we learn how to endure false accusations while staying anchored in truth and God's presence.Let me know when the next one’s ready — always glad to keep these rolling!

This week on the HFC podcast, Keegan Richardson shares a message from Psalm 3 titled Between a Father and His Son. In this deeply personal psalm, David cries out to God while fleeing from his own son Absalom, giving us a raw and honest picture of grief, fear, and unshaken trust.Keegan unpacks how this passage reminds us that no matter how heavy the circumstances, God is still our shield, our glory, and the lifter of our heads. It’s a call to bring our burdens honestly before the Lord and to trust Him as our defender and hope in the darkest moments.Join us as we find encouragement and strength in the story of a father, his son, and a faithful God.

This week on the HFC podcast, Campbell Terry opens up Psalm 2 with a message titled Fit for a King. In this powerful psalm, we’re reminded that while the nations rage and people scheme for control, God’s authority remains unshaken — and His anointed King reigns.Campbell unpacks how this psalm points us to both the sovereignty of God and the security we have when we take refuge in Him. It’s a call to recognize who truly rules, to humble ourselves before the King, and to live in joyful confidence under His care.Join us as we reflect on what it means to be Fit for a King, living with boldness and peace in a restless world.

This week on the HFC podcast, Campbell Terry brings us a message from Philippians 4, verses 10 through 20, titled Our “Secret Stuff”. In these final verses of Paul’s letter, we find the source of his contentment — a strength that doesn’t depend on circumstances but on Christ alone.Campbell unpacks what it means to be content in every situation and how the “secret” Paul talks about is available to us, too. It’s not about self-sufficiency, but about relying fully on God’s provision and strength. Whether in plenty or in need, we’re invited to trust the One who supplies all we truly need.Join us as we discover the peace and confidence that comes from tapping into Our “Secret Stuff”.

This week on the HFC podcast, Campbell Terry continues with A Church That Contends: Part 2, walking us back through Philippians 4, verses 2 through 9. Building on last week’s message, Campbell challenges us to not just contend for unity and peace, but to practice the habits and mindset that sustain them.He unpacks Paul’s call to rejoice, pray without ceasing, and dwell on what is good, true, and praiseworthy. It’s a reminder that peace doesn’t come from our circumstances — it comes from fixing our hearts and minds on Christ.Join us as we continue to learn what it means to be A Church That Contends, together.

This week on the HFC podcast, Campbell Terry brings us a message from Philippians 4, verses 2 through 9, titled A Church That Contends: Part 1. In this passage, Paul calls the church to unity, peace, and steadfastness in the midst of pressure and conflict.Campbell unpacks how a church that contends well isn’t one without challenges — but one that chooses to stand firm, pursue reconciliation, and fix its focus on what is true, honorable, and praiseworthy. It’s a timely reminder that the strength of a church is found in its commitment to both truth and grace.Join us as we lean into what it means to be A Church That Contends in our own time and place.

This week on the HFC podcast, Ross Ferguson continues our Philippians series with a message from chapter 3, verse 12 through chapter 4, verse 1, titled The Path to Christ. In this passage, Paul reminds believers that while none of us have arrived, we’re called to press on toward the goal of knowing Christ fully.Ross unpacks what it means to live with purpose, to forget what’s behind, and to strain toward what lies ahead. It’s a call to stay focused, to hold firm to the truth, and to walk together as a church family, keeping our eyes on Jesus.Join us as we’re encouraged to stay steady on The Path to Christ, no matter what the road ahead holds.

This week on the HFC podcast, JC Morrison continues our walk through Philippians with a message from chapter 3, verses 1 through 11, titled Level Playing Field. In this passage, Paul reminds us that no amount of status, background, or good works can earn us right standing with God — it’s all about knowing Christ.JC unpacks how the gospel levels the playing field for everyone. What matters isn’t where we’ve been or what we’ve done, but the surpassing worth of a relationship with Jesus. It’s a call to trade our self-made resumes for the righteousness that comes through faith in Him.Join us as we’re encouraged to let go of empty confidence and lean fully into the grace that makes us new.

This week on the HFC podcast, Campbell Terry continues our series through Philippians with a message from chapter 2, verses 12 through 30, titled Pressing On and Looking Ahead. In these verses, Paul encourages the church to keep growing in faith and character, living out their salvation with both reverence and joy.Campbell reminds us that following Jesus is a daily, active pursuit — one that calls us to press on in obedience and to look ahead with hope. Through the examples of Timothy and Epaphroditus, we see what it looks like to live lives marked by faithfulness, sacrifice, and genuine care for others.Lean in with us as we’re challenged to stay faithful in the present and keep our eyes fixed on what’s ahead.

This week on the HFC podcast, Campbell Terry continues our series in Philippians with a message from chapter 2, verses 1 through 11, titled Humility for Unity. In this powerful passage, Paul calls the church to a deeper unity — and the path to get there is humility.Campbell unpacks how true unity in the body of Christ isn’t built on preference or personality, but on a shared mindset modeled by Jesus Himself. Through Christ’s example of selflessness, sacrifice, and obedience, we’re called to lay down pride and embrace a life that puts others first.It’s a timely reminder that the strength of a church is found in hearts humbled before God and one another. Join us as we lean into the call for Humility for Unity.

This week on the HFC podcast, Ross Ferguson continues our series through Philippians with a message from chapter 1, verses 21 through 30, titled The Life of a Christian. In one of the most well-known verses in the New Testament, Paul declares, “For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain,” setting the tone for what it means to truly follow Jesus.Ross unpacks how the Christian life isn’t defined by ease or comfort, but by purpose, perseverance, and unwavering hope. Whether in life or in death, our call is to live in a way that reflects Christ and advances the gospel. It’s a challenge to stand firm, to suffer well, and to find joy in every circumstance.Join us as we lean into what it means to live a life fully surrendered to Christ.