Southstone Church

In the in-between moments of life, when Jesus has ascended but the power has not yet arrived, what do you do? In this final message of the Transitions series, we look at the ten days between Jesus ascending to heaven and the day of Pentecost, and what the disciples teach us about holding on to God's promises through patience and prayer. Walking with Christ was never meant to be a walk of just trying harder, it is a walk of power beyond ourselves, and that power is available to anyone who simply asks. Jesus promised the Holy Spirit to those who ask, so just ask.

Life has a way of throwing transitions at us that we never saw coming, and in those moments the question is not whether the storm is real but where we anchor ourselves when it hits. In this message, Pastor Marco walks through the story of Job and what it looks like to find stability not through optimism but through certain hope rooted in God's word. We unpack four reasons to hold onto hope when life feels hopeless: God will never abandon you, His power is greater than any problem, and He is working everything into His plan even when it does not look like it. No matter what you have lost or what you are walking through, if it is not good then God is not done.

This Mother's Day, we celebrate the women whose faith holds families together even when the promise seems impossible and the wait feels too long. In this message, we look at Sarah, the woman Scripture calls the Mother of Faith, and what her journey through barrenness, doubt, and breakthrough has to teach us about trusting God in the hardest seasons. Through her story we learn three powerful lessons: God's timing is perfect, your plan does not compare to His promise, and nothing is impossible for God. Wherever you are today, if God made you a promise, He will fulfill it.

Life's biggest transitions, whether a graduation, a new season, a loss, or an unexpected change, can leave us feeling unsettled, but just because life is uncertain does not mean we have to be. In this message, we open a brand new series by looking at Abraham's story and what God does in the 100 years of transition between who Abram was and who God called him to be. Through his journey, we discover that God uses the in-between to define our identity, develop our character, reorder our priorities, and deepen our dependence on Him. You are not lost in your transition. God is doing His deepest work right there.

One of the most important shifts in parenting is realizing you are not just raising kids, you are raising adults. In this message, we walk through five practical principles for raising godly children, from being the example they need to see, to prioritizing the house of God, to spending intentional time that gives you the loudest voice in their lives. No perfect parenting formula exists, but when you lead with faith, stay consistent, and speak into their potential, you are giving your kids the greatest gift they will ever receive.

Marriage was never designed to run on feelings alone, and if you want to spend a lifetime with the one you love, it takes more than just falling in love. In this message, Pastor Jacob walks through four practical pillars of a lasting marriage rooted in God's original design from Genesis. Play together, stay connected, pray together, and never stop choosing each other because duration brings appreciation and quitting is never the answer. The only difference between a marriage that survives and one that thrives is keeping Jesus at the center.

Every family has a little crazy in it, but what holds a family together through the hard seasons is not just love or effort, it is faith. In this message, we open a new series on family by exploring what it actually looks like to build your home on a foundation of faith in God. From Joshua's declaration to Deuteronomy's call to pass faith down to the next generation, we unpack four anchors every family needs: a decision to serve the Lord, a faith that is caught before it is taught, a legacy that outlasts you, and a God who holds it all together. Your family does not need to be perfect, it just needs a direction.

On the cross, Jesus spoke seven times, and each word revealed the full depth of God's heart for humanity. In this Good Friday message, Pastor Jason walks through those final statements, from a prayer of forgiveness for the very people crucifying Him, to a promise of paradise for a dying thief, to a tender provision for His grieving mother. Each word is a window into who Jesus truly is: full of grace, rich in mercy, and present in every detail of your life. This service closes with the powerful declaration "It is finished," a time of communion, and an invitation to place your trust in the One who went to the cross for you.

From the very beginning, humanity has been separated from God by sin, and all of history has been pointing to one moment that would change everything. Jesus stepped into our story, lived a perfect life, was betrayed, crucified, and buried, paying a price none of us could ever pay for ourselves. But death did not have the final word. He rose again to prove He is who He said He is, to conquer death once and for all, and to bring dead things back to life. He is not a relic of the past. He is our living hope, and today you can experience that for yourself.

Most of us have no problem inviting people to things we love, but when it comes to inviting someone to church or to faith in Jesus, we freeze. In this message, we explore what Philip's simple two-word invitation to Nathanael in John 1 reveals about how God designed us to reach the people already around us. Invitation is not about having the perfect words or all the answers, it is an act of obedience, it happens through real relationships, and it is far simpler than we make it. Your only job is to say "come and see," and trust Jesus to handle the rest.

When things aren't right at home, things just aren't right, and God has a blueprint for that. In this final message of the Unshakable series, we dig into Ephesians 5 and 6 to explore what it looks like when the Kingdom of God shapes the culture of your family from the inside out. It starts with everyone submitting to Jesus first, and from there, everything else has a foundation it can actually stand on. Whether you're a spouse, a parent, or a kid still figuring it out, this one is for you.

We live in dark times, but as believers, we have a choice: yell at the darkness or turn on the light. In this message, we dig into Ephesians 5 and what Paul taught the church in Ephesus, one of the darkest cities of its day, about how to respond to the world around them. Because we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, we are called to know what darkness looks like, expose it, and hold up the light. Join us as we explore what it means to walk as children of light and build our lives on what is truly unshakable.

What if the tension you're feeling isn't a problem to fix, but something God is using to grow you? In this message, Pastor Jason explores the "Already/Not Yet Kingdom" and what it means to live between what God has already done and what He has yet to fulfill. Through Scripture, he unpacks three things we learn in the tension: trusting God's timing, holding onto hope, and keeping an eternal perspective. If you're in a season of waiting or stretching, this message is for you.

We chase the idea that "when I have this, I'll finally get that" but we never arrive because once we get there, it's never enough. Rooted in Luke 12, this message challenges us to stop setting our hearts on stuff and start setting our hearts on the Kingdom. Stuff is for our enjoyment, not our fulfillment. God takes pleasure in giving us what He knows we need, and when we seek His Kingdom first, everything else falls into place.

Forgiveness opens up the Kingdom of God in our lives, while unforgiveness hinders it. Rooted in Colossians 1 and 3, and the parable in Matthew 18, this message challenges us to give the forgiveness we've received. Forgiveness isn't approval of wrongdoing or pretending hurt didn't happen, it's a choice to release others and trust God to make things right, starting in our own hearts.

Living in God's Kingdom produces better character in us, not just better results. Rooted in Romans 14, this message explores how the Kingdom transforms us from the inside out, producing righteousness, peace, joy, and power. The goal was never behavior modification, it's a changed heart that changes everything.

God Is Still on the Throne reminds us that even when life feels chaotic, heaven is not. Rooted in Psalm 103, Hebrews 4, and Revelation 19, this message declares that God has not stepped down, lost authority, or been shaken by what shakes us. While anxiety and uncertainty surround us, fed by fear, worry, and an overwhelming world, we can live with peace because God is actively reigning from His throne and fully aware of our lives. When we remember the throne is not empty and God still has the final word, our hearts can rest in trust and confidence.

In a world where everything can be shaken, God's Kingdom stands unshakable, but what do you do if you can't see it? Through Nicodemus's encounter with Jesus, we discover that seeing God's Kingdom requires being born again and surrendering completely to Him. Learn the three keys to living an unshakable life: experiencing spiritual rebirth, receiving God's power, and living by Kingdom truth in every area of your life. If you've ever felt disconnected between your faith and everything else, this message reveals how encountering Jesus transforms everything.

Unshakable: What Is the Kingdom? launches our journey into building a life that cannot be shaken, no matter what comes our way. Rooted in Hebrews 12, this message reminds us that while everything in this world can be shaken, God’s Kingdom stands forever. Jesus did not come merely with information, but as a King establishing a Kingdom with real authority and power. As we begin this series, we’re invited to shift from a worldly view of life to a Kingdom view, learning to live with peace, confidence, and purpose by submitting to the rule and reign of Christ.

This message celebrates 10 years of God’s faithfulness while sharing timeless principles that have guided the journey. Through Scripture and personal reflection, we’re reminded to honor God, love people, and always do the right thing. It challenges us to listen to the right voices, guard our hearts, and choose peace and integrity in every season. Above all, it points to one defining truth: you will never regret giving God your yes.

“Is it in You?” challenges us to look beyond outward success and focus on the growth God is doing inside of us. Drawing from James 1, this message reminds us that real faith, perseverance, and character are revealed through pressure, words, and blessings. God is more concerned with who we are becoming than what we are achieving, because gifting may open doors, but character keeps us there. As we step into a season of prayer, fasting, and spiritual emphasis, the question is simple and personal: Is what God wants to grow truly in you?

“3 Principles To Live By In 2026” sets the tone for 2026 by reminding us that if we don’t live by principle, we’ll live by pressure. This message challenges us to build our lives for God’s presence, not just progress, and to trust the process God uses to form us. Drawing from Scripture and real-life illustrations, we’re reminded that freedom may come quickly, but formation takes time. As the new year begins, the call is clear: 2026 doesn’t need a better version of you, it needs a surrendered one.

“2025 End of The Year Online Service” is a moment to pause and thank God for all He’s done among us this past year. We’ve seen growth in our faith, our relationships, our church family, and our impact, often in ways that reminded us we were living a dream. This message celebrates steady, lasting growth over quick wins and points us back to progress, not perfection. As we look ahead, we’re reminded that growth around us is exciting, but growth in us is what carries into every season.

“Christmas Eve 2025: Connected Christmas” reveals how every part of the Christmas story is intentionally woven together by God. From the manger to the gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, we see Jesus revealed as King, Priest, and Savior. What seems like small details point to a much bigger truth: God’s plan of redemption was unfolding from the very beginning. Christmas is ultimately about connection: Immanuel, God with us, reaching out to you.

Pastor Jason’s message, “From the Sheep to the Savior” looks at the Christmas story through the eyes of the shepherds in Luke 2:8–18. God chose ordinary, overlooked people to announce the greatest news the world has ever known. This message challenges us to move toward what God reveals and respond with faith, not hesitation. At Christmas, we’re reminded that His story is enough, and your story matters too.

“How to Have Peace When the Unexpected Happens” looks at how Mary found peace when her life was turned upside down by the unexpected. Through her story, we discover three anchors that held her steady: a word from God, a trusted friend, and a song of praise. This message reminds us that while we can’t control what surprises come our way, we can choose what we hold onto. If you’re facing uncertainty, this message offers practical hope for staying grounded and trusting God in the middle of it all.

“Cast of Christmas: The Space That Changes Everything” reminds us that some of the greatest miracles happen simply because someone made room for God. Through the Christmas story and overlooked moments in Scripture, we see how crowded lives can keep us from what God wants to do. From Bethlehem to the Shunammite woman, this message shows how intentional space creates places of promise and restoration. The challenge is simple and personal: make room in your life, because the space you give Jesus becomes the place He moves.

Stephanie Robinson shares how God cares about every detail of your life. Through personal stories of party planning and powerful biblical truths, learn to trust God's character when life feels overwhelming. Explore two transformative names of God: Jehovah Jireh (The Lord Will Provide) and Jehovah Shammah (The Lord Is There). Whether you're facing uncertainty, need healing, or seeking guidance, this message will remind you that you don't need to know every detail—you need to know the One who does.

Pastor Jason’s message teaches that small, faithful decisions made consistently over time produce significant spiritual results because God’s law of seedtime and harvest ensures that we always reap what we sow. He emphasizes that we do not reap from our intentions but from our actions, and therefore the quality of our future is shaped by the seeds—our words, attitudes, choices, and habits—we plant today. Ultimately, if we do not like the harvest we are experiencing, we can change it by changing what we sow, trusting that God provides both the seed that shapes tomorrow and the strength we need for today.

Pastor Jason’s message teaches that what we perceive as delay is often God’s divine design, using seasons of waiting to shape our character, deepen our dependence on Him, and clarify our calling—just as He did in David’s long journey. Through discovery, development, and defining moments, God prepares His people for the future He has promised. In embracing the delay with faith, obedience, and generosity, the church positions itself to walk confidently into God’s perfect timing.

Tithing functions as a spiritual discipline that shapes our priorities, reveals our trust in God, and sustains the local church that nourishes us. Pastor Jason emphasizes that giving our first and best is not a legal requirement but a grace-filled response to God’s goodness! By making God first in our finances, we invite order, transformation, and the overflowing blessing God promises in Malachi.

Pastor Jason’s message, “It’s Not About the Money: The Law of First!" teaches that God desires to be first in every area of our lives—our love, decisions, and resources. Through the story of Cain and Abel, he emphasizes that true worship is about giving God our best and our first, not what is left over, because putting God first brings order, blessing, and redemption to everything else.

Pastor Jason’s sermon, “It’s Not About the Money!”, teaches that the true spiritual battle is not about acquiring wealth but about mastering our relationship with it. He emphasizes that money itself is not evil—it is a tool given by God to steward wisely, bless others, and advance His Kingdom. Ultimately, genuine faith is demonstrated not by hearing or learning more, but by obeying God’s Word—trusting Him with our resources and taking courageous steps of faith in generosity.

Christ’s prayer in John 17 shows His desire for His people to live in unity under His name, for one purpose, with one heart, and for every soul. When believers gather, live, serve, and celebrate as one, they reflect the heart of Jesus and make His name known in the world. 

In John 9, Jesus healing the man born blind reveals that God sees and values those the world often overlooks. Through pain, obedience, and faith, God brings purpose and transformation—even when others don't understand it. As recipients of His work, we are called to boldly testify to His power in our lives.

In John Chapter 5, Jesus' encounter with the lame man at the Pool of Bethesda reveals both a desperate situation and a profound divine confrontation. Despite the man's years of suffering, Jesus challenges him with a simple yet powerful question: "Do you want to get well?" This interaction highlights a central truth: healing and restoration require not only the power of Jesus but also a willingness to embrace His transformation, moving from excuses to obedience.

The Gospel of John reveals Jesus not just as the giver of life—but as LIFE itself. Through every chapter, we see that following Christ isn’t about rules or religion, but about experiencing ZOE—real, vibrant, joy-filled, hope-filled, light-filled life. At our church, we believe that when people encounter Jesus, they don’t just get religion—they get LIFE to the full.

While we may not know the exact timing of Christ’s return, Jesus has given us signs to watch for and a clear call to live with urgency, faithfulness, and hope. Believers are called to stay alert, spread the gospel, and remain rooted in love as the world moves closer to His return. This message encourages us to live every day like Jesus could come back at any moment—because one day, He will.

Pain, suffering, and loss are unavoidable parts of life, but Scripture gives us both an explanation for their origin and a path to find purpose through them. Pastor Jason reminds us, while God did not create pain, He allows it within the framework of free will—and uses it to draw us closer to Him, shape our character, and reveal our purpose. Even in our deepest pain, God is near, and through Christ, we find hope, healing, and eternal restoration.

You do not want to base your life on your feelings because you will be changing the way you live your life every other day. In this week's message of Make It Make Sense, Pastor Jason walks us through what feelings actually are and 4 ways we can deal with our feelings in a Biblical way.

Work is a part of our original call, not a result of the fall. In the latest week of our Make it Make Sense series, Pastor Jason speaks on 3 keys of Biblically accurate work and the differences between work and a job.

Great faith believes God can supernaturally change the outcome of every situation. Pastor Josh Cossey from Faith Church in Oklahoma City joins us for the latest installment of our Make it Make Sense series by showing the 3 different types of faith we need to walk with and 4 ways we can practically build our faith.

In the kingdom of God, you win if you do not give up! In the second week of our Make it Make Sense series, Pastor Jason walks through the topic of family and 5 ways that God has designed the family to endure everything life throws at it.

Life is at its fullest when it is fully God’s. In the first week of our new series Make it Make Sense, Pastor Jason shows us that God isn't just a chapter in our stories but that we are a part of His. 

Comfort is not having all my circumstances under control; comfort is resting in the fact God is in control. In week 2 of our Halftime series, Pastor Jason gives us the 4 steps to take whenever we want to go from where we are now to where God wants to take us. 

There is purpose in every season. In the first message of our Halftime series, Pastor Jason walks through 3 different seasons in our lives and what we can do in each of those to keep God at the center.

When Peter obeyed Jesus and let down his nets—despite exhaustion and doubt—he experienced a miracle that changed his life. True transformation begins when our attitude of obedience is “Because You say so.”

When we live life with God, there's purpose and meaning. Pastor Matt Andersen shows us 3 principles that we can trust when it comes to the Bible and gives us 2 ways on how we can approach it.

There is a time to move fast and a time to move slow. Pastor Marco Johnson spoke on the pace of wisdom in our lives and the different areas in our life where we need to move fast and move slow. 

God didn't look at your condition when you were invited to the table. Pastor Larry Smith spoke on Mephibosheth and the importance of staying at God's table.