Episodes
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The Fire of Persecution
This week our Missions Coordinator, Kenzie MacKillop, shared a message from a familiar passage found in Daniel 6, Daniel and the lion's den. Daniel was not shaken by the threat of the lion's den because his faith had been built over a lifetime of watching God prove Himself faithful. When an edict...
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The Fire of Judgement
Pastor Dell walked through Daniel Chapter 5 as he continued our series, In The Fire this morning. God's patience is real, but it is not the same as His permission. In Daniel 5, King Belshazzar throws a lavish feast and uses sacred vessels from God's temple to toast false gods, openly defying what...
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The Fire That Humbles
Pastor Dell walked through chapter 4 of Daniel as he continued our series, "In The Fire". Pride is one of the most dangerous forces in a person's life, and Daniel chapter 4 shows us exactly what God does when He decides to deal with it directly. Through the story of King Nebuchadnezzar, we see...
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In The Fire
Our Elder, Adam West, continued our series on Daniel by looking at a familiar account found in chapter 3. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused to bow to a ninety-foot golden statue, even when it meant being thrown into a blazing furnace. Their response to the king was not a negotiation but a...
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The Fire of Uncertainty
Pastor Dell walked through Chapter 2 of Daniel as he continued our series, In The Fire. Uncertainty has a way of paralyzing us, but Daniel chapter 2 shows us how to respond when life feels out of control. King Nebuchadnezzar, the most powerful ruler on earth, was haunted by a dream no human…
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The Fire of Assimilation
Pastor Dell kicked off our new series on the book of Daniel titled "In The Fire". We live in a world that constantly pressures us to conform, and the first chapter of Daniel shows us what it looks like to hold our ground without losing who we are in God. Daniel and his friends were taken into...
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Choose This Day
Pastor Rob shared a message encouraging our families to choose to live out Joshua 24:15, "As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord." Faith is not something that gets passed down through family traditions or church attendance. It has to be personally chosen. In Joshua 24, Joshua gathers all…
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Encounter God Through The Word
Guest Speaker, Scott Nary, joined us for worship this week, speaking on Encountering God through the Word as part of our Encounter Weekend. Where you place your attention shapes your desires, and your desires shape your life. Hebrews 12:1-2 calls us to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the pioneer…
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Resurrection of the Body, and the Life Everlasting
Pastor Dell wrapped up our series, "I Believe" looking at the last line of the Apostles Creed, "Resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting". Death is one of the most uncomfortable topics we face, but Scripture gives us clear and confident answers that change everything about how we live....
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Nothing Left To Hide
Pastor Rob looked at the phrase "the forgiveness of sins" from the Apostles' Creed as part of our series, "I Believe". Forgiveness is one of the most talked about concepts in Christianity, yet one of the hardest to truly receive. God is described as light, meaning there is no shadow, no hidden...
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The Holy Catholic Church, the Communion of Saints
Pastor Dell continued our series through the Apostles' Creed, looking at the phrase, "The Holy Catholic Church, The Communion of Saints" and walking through Acts 2:41-47. Becoming a Christian means being welcomed into a global family, not just making a personal decision. The phrase 'holy catholic...
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I Believe In The Holy Spirit
Our Elder, Adam West, continued our series on the Apostles’ Creed looking at the phrase “I Believe In The Holy Spirit”. The Holy Spirit is often the least understood person of the Trinity, yet He has been present since the very beginning of creation. As a believer, He lives inside you, serving as...
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The Judge Who Died For You
Pastor Rob looked at the statement, “He is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come again to judge the living and the dead.” as he continued our series through the Apostles' Creed. A day of judgment is coming, and the Judge is not a distant, impartial stranger. He is Jesus Christ,...
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The King Who Conquered Death and the Grave
Pastor Dell continued our series, I Believe, spending time looking at the phrase "He descended to hell." Most Christians know the story of the cross and the resurrection, but what happened in between? The Apostles' Creed includes the phrase 'He descended to hell,' and understanding it reveals the...
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“…suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried…”
Pastor Dell walked through Mark 15, as he continued our series on the Apostles' Creed. The cross is the center of everything Christians believe, and it deserves to be taken seriously rather than softened. Jesus did not endure a symbolic or theatrical suffering. He was beaten, mocked, crucified…
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I believe in Jesus Christ, God's only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary.
Pastor Dell continued our series on the Apostles' Creed by walking through the second line of the creed, "I believe in Jesus Christ, God's only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary." The identity of Jesus Christ is the most important question any person can...
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I Believe in God the Father Almighty, Creator of Heaven and Earth
This morning Pastor Dell started our new series, "I Believe" by looking at the first line of the Apostles' Creed, 'I believe in God the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth,'. This line is far more than a religious formality. It is a personal declaration that shapes how we see God,...
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A Church Worth Becoming
Pastor Dell concluded our series, "A Church Worth Becoming" as he walked through 1 Corinthians 16:19-24, speaking on grace. Grace is not just how we enter a relationship with God. It is the foundation of how we live together as the church. The church in Corinth struggled with division, sexual…
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Standing Firm in Deep Love
Pastor Dell continued our series "A Church Worth Becoming" as he picked up where we left off in 1 Corinthians 16. Paul's final commands to the Corinthian church provide a blueprint for building spiritually mature faith communities. Churches must stay vigilant against false teaching and spiritual...
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Steward & Support With Your Eyes On Eternity
Our Elder, Adam West, continued our series "A Church Worth Becoming" as he started to walk us through 1 Corinthians 16. Paul's final chapter in First Corinthians provides timeless wisdom about Christian stewardship and church unity. He establishes principles for biblical giving, emphasizing that…
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Together On Misson
Pastor Santiago shared his final message as a pastor at LGCC, walking through Acts 13:1-4 as we remember Pentecost Sunday. The church at Antioch demonstrates what happens when believers unite around God's mission. This diverse group of leaders - including Jewish, African, Greek, and upper-class...
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Resurrection Makes Us Relentless
Pastor George Moore from Legacy Reentry Foundation joined us this Sunday as he shared from 1 Corinthians 15:35-58 as part of our series, A Church Worth Becoming. The resurrection of Jesus Christ should make believers relentless in their faith and service to others. Paul's instructions in 1...
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The Resurrection Changes How We Live Now
Pastor Dell walked through 1 Corinthians 15:12-34 as he looked at how the resurrection is the foundation of Christianity and not just a holiday to be celebrated once a year. Without it, our faith would be completely worthless and we would still be trapped in our sins. Paul's argument in 1...
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It's About The Resurrection!
Pastor Santiago continued our series "A Church Worth Becoming" sharing a message from 1 Corinthians 15:1-11. The resurrection of Jesus Christ stands as the cornerstone of Christian faith, not just another doctrine but the foundation upon which everything else rests. Paul addressed the Corinthian...
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Ordered Worship Over Worship Order
Pastor Dell finished up 1 Corinthians 14 this week. God desires order in worship because He is a God of peace, not confusion. The Corinthian church was passionate but chaotic, teaching us that even good gifts can become harmful without proper structure. Every expression in worship should build up...
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The Key To Body Building (Part 2)
Pastor Dell continued his sermon, "The Key To Body Building" from last week where he was walking us through 1 Corinthians 14:1-25. Worship is designed to strengthen the entire church community, not just provide a personal experience with God. Paul teaches that our communication in worship should...
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The Key To Body Building (Part 1)
Pastor Dell got us back into our series, "A Church Worth Becoming" this morning, sharing from 1 Corinthians 14. We are all spiritual bodybuilders, called to strengthen the body of Christ through proper use of our gifts. True worship extends beyond singing to encompass how we use our time…
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The Cross We Resist, The Savior We Need
Pastor Dell shared a special message this Easter as we celebrate Christ's resurrection. Easter reveals the greatest paradox in history: God's ultimate victory came through apparent defeat at the cross. When Jesus told His disciples about His coming suffering and death, Peter resisted with good...
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When the King We Desire Differs From the King We Need
Pastor Dell shared from Luke 19:28–44 this Palm Sunday. Palm Sunday reveals a profound tension between the Savior we want and the Savior we need. The crowds enthusiastically praised Jesus, shouting Hosanna and laying down their cloaks, but they wanted a political deliverer who would overthrow…
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What's Love Got To Do With It? (Part 2)
Pastor Dell continued through 1 Corinthians 13 as he shared about the 15 facets of 'Agape' love found in verses 4-7. Agape love is more than emotion - it's the essence of who God is. The early Christians discovered this revolutionary, unconditional love through Jesus Christ that reaches the...
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What's Love Got To Do With It? (Part 1)
Pastor Dell led us through a familiar passage as we continued our series on 1st Corinthians. Paul's message in First Corinthians 13 reveals a startling truth: without agape love, even our greatest spiritual gifts and sacrifices are worthless. Agape is God's sacrificial, unconditional love -...
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One Body, Many Gifts
Pastor Dell walked through 1 Corinthians 12 as he continued our series, "A Church Worth Becoming". Every believer has been given a spiritual gift by the Holy Spirit for the common good of the church. Using the metaphor of the human body, Paul teaches that each member is essential and...
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Becoming The Church
Pastor Santiago shared from 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 as he continued our series "A Church Worth Becoming". The Lord's Supper is a profound act of worship that reveals the heart of Christian community. Paul's correction to the Corinthian church addresses how divisions and selfishness were corrupting...
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Worship That Mirrors Heaven
Pastor Dell continued our series, "A Church Worth Becoming" by looking at 1 Corinthians 11:2-16. Paul addresses the Corinthian church about proper worship practices, emphasizing that true worship should reflect God's divine order and authority structure. He establishes that Christ is the head of...
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Freedom For The Glory Of God
Pastor Rob explores Christian freedom through Paul's teaching in 1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1. Many Christians struggle with moral decisions in everyday life, wishing for simple rules about what's allowed. Paul's teaching on eating meat sacrificed to idols reveals a better approach than asking "What…
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Stay Alert, Stay Alive
Pastor Dell looked at 1 Corinthians 10:1-22 as he continued our series, “A Church Worth Becoming”. In our spiritual journey between salvation and heaven, we face a wilderness experience similar to Israel's time in the desert. Despite witnessing incredible miracles, most Israelites fell into...
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Building Bridges Not Barriers
Pastor Dell continued our series on 1st Corinthians, "A Church Worth Becoming" as looked at 1 Corinthians 9:1-27. Paul demonstrates a radical approach to Christian living by voluntarily surrendering his legitimate rights as an apostle for the sake of advancing the gospel. Though entitled to...
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Freedom Through The Lens of Love
Pastor Dell got back into our series "A Church Worth Becoming" by looking at 1 Corinthians 8:1-13. Christian freedom comes with great responsibility to consider how our choices affect others in the body of Christ. While believers have liberty in many areas, true spiritual maturity is demonstrated...
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Vision Sunday - Week 3
Pastor Dell concluded our 3-week Vision series, looking at the topics of giving, praying, and fasting found in Matthew 6:1-18. Jesus assumes that giving, prayer, and fasting are natural parts of following Christ, not optional activities. These three disciplines position us to receive God's…
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Vision Sunday - Week 2
Pastor Dell continued through John 4 as he continued our Vision Sunday series. Jesus transforms how we see people by moving us from knowing about Him to truly knowing Him personally. The story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman demonstrates this radical shift in perspective. When the disciples…
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Vision Sunday
Pastor Dell kicked off the new year looking at how we need to continue to be in a transforming relationship with Christ as we seek to impact and guide others. Many people know facts about Jesus but lack genuine intimacy with Him. The story of the woman at the well in John 4 reveals how Jesus…
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New Year, New You, Same God
Pastor Rob shared a message from Hebrews as we closed out 2025 with our PJ's and Pancakes Service. As we approach a new year, many of us feel the weight of stress, disappointments, and distractions that have accumulated over time. The book of Hebrews offers powerful guidance for finding a genuine...
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When the Carols Sound Too Easy
Pastor Dell shared a message from Luke 2 this Christmas Eve. Christmas carols often paint a sanitized picture of Jesus' birth, but the real story reveals costly obedience and faith amid hardship. Mary and Joseph faced social shame, dangerous travel, and life-threatening circumstances as they...
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When The Answer Arrives
Pastor Dell concluded our Advent series by taking a look at Mary and how she responded to God’s call in Luke 1:39-56. Mary’s response to God's call teaches us how to react when divine answers arrive in our lives. At just 15 or 16 years old, Mary demonstrated that God can use anyone at any age to...
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When God Interrupts
Pastor Dell walked through Matthew 1:18-25 as he looked at how God interrupts our plans and calls us to remain obedient to Him. Life rarely follows our carefully planned timeline, but what if these disruptions are actually divine appointments? Joseph's story reveals how God works through…
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Prepare The Way
Pastor Santiago looked at Mark 1:1-8 as he continued our Advent series. God's preparation for Christ's coming began in the Garden of Eden, not in Bethlehem. Through centuries of prophecy and promises, God orchestrated the perfect plan for salvation. John the Baptist served as the messenger who...
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Jesus: The End of Every Broken Story
Pastor Dell started our Advent series by looking at the genealogy of Jesus. The genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1 reveals that God works through ordinary, flawed people to accomplish His redemptive plan. From Abraham to David to Mary, the family tree includes farmers, immigrants, kings, adulterers,...
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Faithful in Every Season
Pastor Dell finished 1 Corinthians 7 as he continued our series "A Church Worth Becoming". Life brings different seasons - both joyful and challenging - but God has a purpose for where you are right now. Every believer has a unique calling, whether in parenthood, the workplace, or serving others....
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God's Vision For Marriage
Guest speaker, Adam West, looked at God's vision for marriage found in 1 Corinthians 7:1-16, as we continued our series, "A Church Worth Becoming". Paul addresses the Corinthians' confusion about marriage, intimacy, and relationships in a sexually immoral culture. Physical intimacy within…
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A Temple Worth Becoming
Pastor Rob took a look at a well-known passage, 1 Corinthians 6:12-20, as he continued our series "A Church Worth Becoming". True freedom in Christ isn't about doing whatever we want, but about being free to glorify God with our lives. The apostle Paul corrected the Corinthians who had twisted...
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