Truth on the Trail with Dr. Pete Pawelek

What does it really mean to be ALL IN for Jesus Christ? As we conclude our journey through the book of Acts, we discover that the ordinary men and women God used to change the world all shared one defining characteristic: they were all in, all the way.In this powerful final message, Pastor Pete examines Paul's farewell to the Ephesian elders in Acts 20 and shares three characteristics of wholehearted discipleship: Follow the Spirit, Forsake Self, and Finish Strong.No matter where you are in your walk with Christ, this message will encourage you to stop living with one foot in and one foot out. Jesus was all in for us, going all the way to the cross. The only fitting response is for His followers to be all in for Him.

Is your home simply a place where you live, or could it become a place where God works? In this message from Acts 16, Pastor Pete looks at the remarkable story of Lydia, whose simple invitation, "Come and stay at my house," became the beginning of something far greater than she could have imagined. Discover how biblical hospitality is much more than entertaining guests. It is making room for people so God can make an eternal difference.In a culture that values privacy and busyness, the early church used ordinary homes to spread the extraordinary message of the Gospel. Prayer happened in homes. Discipleship happened in homes. Evangelism happened in homes. Churches were born in homes.Most importantly, you'll hear about the greatest act of hospitality in history, when Jesus Christ made a way for sinners to be welcomed into the family of God and invited to His eternal table.

What do you do when two godly people disagree? Many people believe that mature Christians never experience conflict. Acts 15 tells a different story. Paul and Barnabas, two of the greatest missionaries in history, had such a sharp disagreement that they parted ways.In this practical message from Acts 15, Pastor Pete explores what biblical maturity really looks like when conflict is unavoidable. You'll discover why disagreements don't have to destroy marriages, friendships, families, or churches, and how mature believers can honor Christ even when they see things differently.Whether you're struggling through conflict in your marriage, family, workplace, or church, this message offers biblical wisdom and practical encouragement to help you stay faithful, stay gracious, and most importantly... stay in the boat.

Have you ever wondered why God miraculously rescues one believer while another suffers or even dies? In Acts 12, James is executed, Peter is imprisoned, and an evil king seems to be winning. Yet by the end of the chapter, Peter is free, Herod is dead, and the Word of God is spreading faster than ever.What changed?In this powerful message from our The Ones series through the book of Acts, Pastor Pete explores the biblical truth that our safety is not determined by our circumstances but by our Savior.Whether you're facing uncertainty, grief, persecution, fear, or simply wondering where God is in the middle of your circumstances, Acts 12 offers hope and assurance that nothing can separate those who belong to Christ from His love.

Everybody loves the idea of compassion… until compassion becomes costly. In Part 8 of The Ones, Pastor Pete walks through Acts 11:27–30 and shows how the early church in Antioch responded to a coming famine with sacrificial generosity and gospel-centered compassion.This message explores: Compassion Sees, Compassion Shares, and Compassion Sends. Along the way, we examine the powerful true story of Father Damien and the leper colony on Molokaʻi, the generosity of the first Gentile church, and ultimately the greatest example of costly compassion ever shown… Jesus Christ Himself.Compassion is more than emotion. Compassion moves. Compassion sacrifices. Compassion acts.

What if one encouraging person could change the course of someone’s entire life?In Acts 11 we meet Barnabas, the “Son of Encouragement,” a man who saw the grace of God when others only saw flaws, failure, and fear. While many believers rejected Saul because of his past, Barnabas encouraged him, invested in him, and helped shape the man who would become the Apostle Paul.Humanly speaking… without Barnabas, there may never have been a Paul.This message will challenge you to see the grace of God in people, speak encouragement into weary hearts, and help shape others into who God has called them to be.You never know how one conversation, one invitation, or one word of encouragement might change someone’s future forever.

Saul of Tarsus was the last person anyone expected God to save. He hunted Christians, ravaged the church, and marched against Jesus Christ. Yet on the road to Damascus, everything changed.This is not just Saul’s story. It is a story about the power of the gospel and the greatness of God’s grace. The man who once tried to destroy the church would eventually: preach Christ across the known world, plant churches, disciple believers, strengthen pastors, write much of the New Testament, and become one of the greatest missionaries in history.If Jesus can save Saul, He can save anyone.

What do you do when life falls apart? In Acts 8, the early church faces intense persecution, loss, fear, and uncertainty. Stephen has been killed, Saul is ravaging the church, and believers are scattered everywhere. From the outside, it looks like defeat.But God was not destroying His church, He was deploying it.Through the story of the early church and the incredible true story of Henrietta King of the King Ranch, this sermon explores how God can bring purpose out of pain, fruit out of suffering, and mission out of moments that feel like chaos.If you are walking through grief, uncertainty, disappointment, loss, or a season where life feels scattered, this message is for you.

What gives ordinary people the courage to stand boldly for Jesus in a world that pushes back against truth?In Acts 4, Peter and John face pressure, threats, and opposition for proclaiming the resurrection of Jesus Christ — yet they refuse to stay silent.Boldness is born from being with Jesus.The early church had no political power, no cultural influence, and no worldly security, but they were filled with the Holy Spirit and convinced that Jesus was alive.The same Spirit that empowered the believers in Acts still empowers followers of Christ today to stand firm, speak truth, and faithfully proclaim the gospel.Have people recognized that you have been with Jesus?

In Acts 2:41–47, the early church is filled with awe as they witness God moving among them through salvation, transformation, and deep fellowship. Spirit filled people are awestruck people.The early believers were not captivated by personalities, performances, or programs. They were captivated by God Himself. His presence. His power. His people.The same Jesus who transformed hearts in Acts 2 is still saving, changing, and calling people today.Have you lost your awe of God?

What if the life God called you to live is one you were never meant to live on your own? In Acts 2:1–4, the disciples are filled with the Holy Spirit and move from confusion to calling.Eternal life is an enabled life.You can’t live the life God calls you to without the Spirit He provides. The gospel is clear: Jesus lived, died, and rose again so you can be forgiven and filled with His Spirit.Have you received Him?

Here's a truth for you...God isn’t impressed by the amount you give. He’s moved by the heart you give it with.Through the striking contrast between John D. Rockefeller, the wealthiest man of his era, and a nameless widow with two tiny coins, this sermon explores what true worship looks like in the area of generosity. You’ll discover that biblical giving isn’t about wealth; it’s about worship, faith, and wholehearted devotion to God.Drawing from Mark 12:41–44, this message clarifies the often‑confusing difference between tithes and freewill offerings, shows why Jesus noticed a poor widow in a crowd of wealthy donors, and explains how faith, not finances, determines the value of a gift in the eyes of God.If you’ve ever wondered what the Bible actually says about giving, this message will challenge and encourage your heart.

Here's a truth for you...God isn’t impressed by the amount you give. He’s moved by the heart you give it with.Through the striking contrast between John D. Rockefeller, the wealthiest man of his era, and a nameless widow with two tiny coins, this sermon explores what true worship looks like in the area of generosity. You’ll discover that biblical giving isn’t about wealth; it’s about worship, faith, and wholehearted devotion to God.Drawing from Mark 12:41–44, this message clarifies the often‑confusing difference between tithes and freewill offerings, shows why Jesus noticed a poor widow in a crowd of wealthy donors, and explains how faith, not finances, determines the value of a gift in the eyes of God.If you’ve ever wondered what the Bible actually says about giving, this message will challenge and encourage your heart.

Pastor Pete explores one of the most foundational truths in all of Scripture: you were created in the image of God. Long before you took your first breath, God designed you with purpose, identity, and value so that your life would display Him to the world.Using the simple idea of a “selfie” as a modern illustration, this sermon walks through Genesis 1:26–28 and unpacks what it really means to be an image‑bearer of God. Whether you struggle with identity, purpose, or clarity about who God made you to be, this message points you toward the One who restores your true reflection...Jesus, the perfect image of the invisible God.If you’ve ever wondered Who am I? Why am I here? What does God see in me?, this sermon will encourage your heart, strengthen your faith, and call you to live as the image‑bearer you were created to be.

Pastor Pete explores one of the most foundational truths in all of Scripture: you were created in the image of God. Long before you took your first breath, God designed you with purpose, identity, and value so that your life would display Him to the world.Using the simple idea of a “selfie” as a modern illustration, this sermon walks through Genesis 1:26–28 and unpacks what it really means to be an image‑bearer of God. Whether you struggle with identity, purpose, or clarity about who God made you to be, this message points you toward the One who restores your true reflection...Jesus, the perfect image of the invisible God.If you’ve ever wondered Who am I? Why am I here? What does God see in me?, this sermon will encourage your heart, strengthen your faith, and call you to live as the image‑bearer you were created to be.

Pastor Pete explores one of the most foundational truths in all of Scripture: you were created in the image of God. Long before you took your first breath, God designed you with purpose, identity, and value so that your life would display Him to the world.Using the simple idea of a “selfie” as a modern illustration, this sermon walks through Genesis 1:26–28 and unpacks what it really means to be an image‑bearer of God. Whether you struggle with identity, purpose, or clarity about who God made you to be, this message points you toward the One who restores your true reflection...Jesus, the perfect image of the invisible God.If you’ve ever wondered Who am I? Why am I here? What does God see in me?, this sermon will encourage your heart, strengthen your faith, and call you to live as the image‑bearer you were created to be.

What do you do when life doesn’t make sense? In the opening chapter of Acts, the disciples find themselves in a moment of uncertainty. Jesus has ascended. The mission is clear, but the map is missing. They are waiting, wondering, and navigating a season of confusion.Sound familiar?In this message, we walk through Acts 1:12–26 and discover how the earliest believers handled confusion and how we can do the same today. When life feels unclear, God has not left you without direction. You may not have the full map, but you can still take the next step in faith.

In this message, Pastor Pete launches the Magnify series by exploring the power of partnership in the mission of God. Using the legendary “20‑Mule Team” as a vivid illustration, he shows how extraordinary things happen when ordinary people are harnessed together for a common purpose.Drawing from Nehemiah 4:15–23, this sermon unpacks three essential partnership principles that apply to every area of life such as your marriage, friendships, workplace, and especially your church: Shared Responsibility, Shared Readiness, and Shared Resolve.You’ll be encouraged to see how God’s people rebuilt Jerusalem’s walls in just 52 days, not through individual effort, but through unified purpose. When we link arms for the mission of God, His greatness becomes clearer and more visible to the world.If you’re ready to grow, serve, give, and move forward with God’s people, this message will challenge and inspire you.

In this message, Pastor Pete launches the Magnify series by exploring the power of partnership in the mission of God. Using the legendary “20‑Mule Team” as a vivid illustration, he shows how extraordinary things happen when ordinary people are harnessed together for a common purpose.Drawing from Nehemiah 4:15–23, this sermon unpacks three essential partnership principles that apply to every area of life such as your marriage, friendships, workplace, and especially your church: Shared Responsibility, Shared Readiness, and Shared Resolve.You’ll be encouraged to see how God’s people rebuilt Jerusalem’s walls in just 52 days, not through individual effort, but through unified purpose. When we link arms for the mission of God, His greatness becomes clearer and more visible to the world.If you’re ready to grow, serve, give, and move forward with God’s people, this message will challenge and inspire you.

In the final message of our “Unwavering” series, Pastor Pete explores Job 42:12 and the surprising truth revealed at the end of Job’s story: God is far more committed to shaping a holy life than simply giving us a happy one.After a season of unimaginable suffering, Job’s life is restored, not because God owed him something, but because holiness had been formed in him. Job discovers that true blessing isn’t about comfort, possessions, or circumstances; it’s about becoming the kind of person who trusts God no matter what. And when holiness becomes our pursuit, happiness follows in ways only God can orchestrate.This message invites us to evaluate what we’re truly chasing. Are we seeking a life of ease, or a life anchored in obedience, character, and unwavering faith? Job’s restoration reminds us that God’s path to blessing often runs through refining, and the life shaped by holiness is the one God ultimately fills with His favor.If you’re longing for a deeper, stronger, more grounded faith, this message will help you see what God is building in you and for you.

In the final message of our “Unwavering” series, Pastor Pete explores Job 42:12 and the surprising truth revealed at the end of Job’s story: God is far more committed to shaping a holy life than simply giving us a happy one.After a season of unimaginable suffering, Job’s life is restored, not because God owed him something, but because holiness had been formed in him. Job discovers that true blessing isn’t about comfort, possessions, or circumstances; it’s about becoming the kind of person who trusts God no matter what. And when holiness becomes our pursuit, happiness follows in ways only God can orchestrate.This message invites us to evaluate what we’re truly chasing. Are we seeking a life of ease, or a life anchored in obedience, character, and unwavering faith? Job’s restoration reminds us that God’s path to blessing often runs through refining, and the life shaped by holiness is the one God ultimately fills with His favor.If you’re longing for a deeper, stronger, more grounded faith, this message will help you see what God is building in you and for you.

In this powerful passage from Job, we see a man who has walked through unimaginable suffering finally encounter God in a way that changes everything. In Job 42:1–6, Job responds to God not with more questions, but with humility, awe, and surrender.After demanding answers, Job realizes that God’s wisdom is beyond human understanding. He confesses that he spoke of things too wonderful for him to know and declares, “My ears had heard of You, but now my eyes have seen You.” This moment marks a turning point: Job moves from information about God to revelation from God, and it transforms his heart.This passage reminds us that God doesn’t always explain Himself, but He always reveals Himself. When life doesn’t make sense, His presence becomes the answer we need most. Job’s story teaches us that encountering God brings clarity, repentance, and renewed trust.

In this powerful passage from Job, we see a man who has walked through unimaginable suffering finally encounter God in a way that changes everything. In Job 42:1–6, Job responds to God not with more questions, but with humility, awe, and surrender.After demanding answers, Job realizes that God’s wisdom is beyond human understanding. He confesses that he spoke of things too wonderful for him to know and declares, “My ears had heard of You, but now my eyes have seen You.” This moment marks a turning point: Job moves from information about God to revelation from God, and it transforms his heart.This passage reminds us that God doesn’t always explain Himself, but He always reveals Himself. When life doesn’t make sense, His presence becomes the answer we need most. Job’s story teaches us that encountering God brings clarity, repentance, and renewed trust.

In this message, we look at Job 23:1–5 and the raw honesty of a man desperate for answers from God. Job cries out from a place of deep pain, longing for the chance to bring his case before the Lord. He isn’t running from God—he’s running to Him, even when God feels distant.This passage reminds us that faith doesn’t mean pretending everything is fine. It means being real with God, seeking Him when life is confusing, and trusting that He hears every cry. Job teaches us that God invites our questions, our frustrations, and even our complaints because He cares more about our hearts than our polished words.If you’ve ever felt unheard, unseen, or unsure of what God is doing, this message will encourage you to keep seeking Him. Even when you can’t trace His hand, you can trust His heart.

In this message, we look at Job 23:1–5 and the raw honesty of a man desperate for answers from God. Job cries out from a place of deep pain, longing for the chance to bring his case before the Lord. He isn’t running from God—he’s running to Him, even when God feels distant.This passage reminds us that faith doesn’t mean pretending everything is fine. It means being real with God, seeking Him when life is confusing, and trusting that He hears every cry. Job teaches us that God invites our questions, our frustrations, and even our complaints because He cares more about our hearts than our polished words.If you’ve ever felt unheard, unseen, or unsure of what God is doing, this message will encourage you to keep seeking Him. Even when you can’t trace His hand, you can trust His heart.

In Part 8 of our “Unwavering” series, Pastor Pete unpacks what it truly means to live a life that is centered not on ourselves, our emotions, or our convenience, but on the unshakable truth of God’s Word and the Gospel. Drawing from Job 13:2–5, this message reminds us that having the correct answer is far more important than simply having an answer. We explore what it looks like to be:Biblically Centered—allowing Scripture to shape, correct, and guide usGod, Jesus & Holy Spirit Centered—anchoring our lives in who God is rather than who we areGospel Centered—living sent, empowered, and unashamedHope Centered—setting our eyes on the promises that carry us through trialsFaith Centered—trusting God beyond what we seeThis message will challenge you to evaluate the center of your life and draw you back to the One who holds all things together.

In Part 8 of our “Unwavering” series, Pastor Pete unpacks what it truly means to live a life that is centered not on ourselves, our emotions, or our convenience, but on the unshakable truth of God’s Word and the Gospel. Drawing from Job 13:2–5, this message reminds us that having the correct answer is far more important than simply having an answer. We explore what it looks like to be:Biblically Centered—allowing Scripture to shape, correct, and guide usGod, Jesus & Holy Spirit Centered—anchoring our lives in who God is rather than who we areGospel Centered—living sent, empowered, and unashamedHope Centered—setting our eyes on the promises that carry us through trialsFaith Centered—trusting God beyond what we seeThis message will challenge you to evaluate the center of your life and draw you back to the One who holds all things together.

Have you ever felt like God was distant, silent, or absent? In this powerful message from Luke 24:13–35, Pastor Pete leads as we walk with two disciples on the road to Emmaus, men who were talking about Jesus and walking with Jesus, and yet they still didn’t recognize Him.Sound familiar? Just like them, we can know about Jesus, follow Jesus, talk about Jesus, and still misunderstand Him or miss what He is doing right in front of us.No matter what you’re walking through right now—confusion, disappointment, doubt, or pain—Jesus is not distant. He is near. He is present. He is walking with you, even if you don’t recognize Him yet.

Looking at Job 4 and the surrounding passages, Pastor Pete preaches on how easy it is to form conclusions about pain that sound spiritual but are completely wrong. He discusses Job’s friends and their flawed theology, learning the dangers of having:• A narrow understanding of God’s ways• Naive assumptions about suffering• A life that neglects prayerThis sermon contrasts faulty opinions and false conclusions with the faithful perspective Scripture calls us to embrace...one rooted in the mercy of God, the mystery of His work, and the example of Christ Himself.If you’ve ever asked “Why me?”, “Why now?”, or “Why would God allow this?”, this message will help you seek not just an answer, but the correct one that leads to truth, trust, and hope.

Looking at Job 4 and the surrounding passages, Pastor Pete preaches on how easy it is to form conclusions about pain that sound spiritual but are completely wrong. He discusses Job’s friends and their flawed theology, learning the dangers of having:• A narrow understanding of God’s ways• Naive assumptions about suffering• A life that neglects prayerThis sermon contrasts faulty opinions and false conclusions with the faithful perspective Scripture calls us to embrace...one rooted in the mercy of God, the mystery of His work, and the example of Christ Himself.If you’ve ever asked “Why me?”, “Why now?”, or “Why would God allow this?”, this message will help you seek not just an answer, but the correct one that leads to truth, trust, and hope.

In this message from our “Unwavering” series, Pastor Pete explores the surprising truth that while you may feel broken, you are never beaten. Through the story of Job and the promises of Scripture, we discover how God meets us in our suffering and brings purpose from our deepest pain.This sermon walks through the realities of brokenness...how it is common, how it confronts our limits, how it contributes to our testimony, how it clarifies our priorities, and ultimately how it connects us to Christ. From Job’s cries to Paul’s declarations, we see that God does some of His greatest work in the very places we feel the weakest.If you're walking through hardship or feeling crushed by life, this message will remind you of the hope, strength, and victory that can only be found in Jesus. You might be broken, but you cannot be beaten.

In this message from our “Unwavering” series, Pastor Pete explores the surprising truth that while you may feel broken, you are never beaten. Through the story of Job and the promises of Scripture, we discover how God meets us in our suffering and brings purpose from our deepest pain.This sermon walks through the realities of brokenness...how it is common, how it confronts our limits, how it contributes to our testimony, how it clarifies our priorities, and ultimately how it connects us to Christ. From Job’s cries to Paul’s declarations, we see that God does some of His greatest work in the very places we feel the weakest.If you're walking through hardship or feeling crushed by life, this message will remind you of the hope, strength, and victory that can only be found in Jesus. You might be broken, but you cannot be beaten.

Job 2:11–13 introduces us to Job’s three friends, who, before giving any bad advice later, actually get a few things right. When they hear about Job’s suffering, they travel from their homes, weep with him, and sit beside him in silence for seven days because “they saw that his suffering was very intense.”This message reminds us that while everyone suffers, no one should suffer alone. Faithful friendship looks like:Seeking and seeing those who are hurting, sharing in their struggle, and sitting in silence when words would only wound.Just as Job’s friends sat with him, Jesus seeks us, sympathizes with us, and never leaves us to suffer by ourselves.

In this message from John 20:1–18, Pastor Pete proclaims the heart of Easter: Jesus is alive, and His resurrection changes everything. John's passage starts with Mary Magdalene’s grief-filled journey to the tomb, reflecting how many people approach life weighed down by loss, fear, or disappointment. However, Easter morning redefines despair because what appeared to be the end was actually the beginning of God’s greatest victory.Pastor Pete highlights how the empty tomb confronted assumptions and invited faith. While Peter and John ran to investigate the evidence, Mary lingered, weeping, and it was there that she encountered the risen Christ. The turning point came when Jesus called her by name, revealing that resurrection is not only a historical event but a personal invitation. Jesus meets us in our sorrow, calls us personally, and transforms our despair into joyful purpose.Because Jesus lives, forgiveness is real, hope is secure, and believers are sent to share the good news: death has been defeated, and new life is available to all who trust in Him.

In Part 5 of the “Alive” series, Pastor Pete explores the powerful emotions surrounding the very first Easter morning and how those same emotions still shape our lives and faith today.Easter is ultimately about saying goodbye to death, but the journey to resurrection joy is filled with real, raw human emotion. In John 20, the disciples and followers of Jesus are grieving, confused, and searching for answers after the crucifixion. This emotional journey from grief → seeking → surrender is the path that leads us to resurrection life. Easter teaches us that in Christ, no goodbye is final. For those who belong to Him, death isn’t the end; it’s the doorway to eternal life.If you’re walking through sorrow, searching for hope, or ready to surrender your life to Jesus, this message will encourage and uplift your heart.

In Part 4 of the “Alive” series, Pastor Pete turns our eyes to the Easter story and shows us how God transformed what looked like empty promises into promises full of life, hope, and eternity.We’ve all experienced the sting of empty promises such as when someone says they’ll do something but never follows through. The disciples felt the same kind of heartbreak as they watched Jesus die, wondering if everything they believed had come crashing down. But the resurrection flipped the script. What seemed empty was actually overflowing with divine truth.This message reminds us that what looks empty to the world is overflowing with God’s power. The empty cross, the empty grave clothes, and the empty tomb all testify that Jesus brings life—and life abundantly. If you’re searching for hope, assurance, or a renewed understanding of the resurrection, this message will bless and strengthen your faith.

In Part 4 of the “Alive” series, Pastor Pete turns our eyes to the Easter story and shows us how God transformed what looked like empty promises into promises full of life, hope, and eternity.We’ve all experienced the sting of empty promises such as when someone says they’ll do something but never follows through. The disciples felt the same kind of heartbreak as they watched Jesus die, wondering if everything they believed had come crashing down. But the resurrection flipped the script. What seemed empty was actually overflowing with divine truth.This message reminds us that what looks empty to the world is overflowing with God’s power. The empty cross, the empty grave clothes, and the empty tomb all testify that Jesus brings life—and life abundantly. If you’re searching for hope, assurance, or a renewed understanding of the resurrection, this message will bless and strengthen your faith.

In Part 3 of the “Alive” series, Pastor Pete turns to Ephesians 2:4–10 to reveal one of the most powerful truths in all of Scripture: what God has done for us is something no one else could do—and something no one else would do.We live in a world where nearly everything can be replaced. Someone else can do your job, someone else can learn your skill, and someone else can step into almost any role. But when it comes to salvation, there is only One who can do it. Only God has the power to resurrect the dead heart. Only God has the love, mercy, and grace to pay the price that saves us. Only God could do it… and only God would do it. This message is a reminder that salvation is not a human achievement but rather it is a divine miracle. If you are alive in Christ, God did it. If you long to be made alive, only God can do it… and He stands ready to save.If you’re ready to understand the power, mercy, and exclusivity of God’s saving work, this message will encourage and strengthen your faith.

In Part 3 of the “Alive” series, Pastor Pete turns to Ephesians 2:4–10 to reveal one of the most powerful truths in all of Scripture: what God has done for us is something no one else could do—and something no one else would do.We live in a world where nearly everything can be replaced. Someone else can do your job, someone else can learn your skill, and someone else can step into almost any role. But when it comes to salvation, there is only One who can do it. Only God has the power to resurrect the dead heart. Only God has the love, mercy, and grace to pay the price that saves us. Only God could do it… and only God would do it. This message is a reminder that salvation is not a human achievement but rather it is a divine miracle. If you are alive in Christ, God did it. If you long to be made alive, only God can do it… and He stands ready to save.If you’re ready to understand the power, mercy, and exclusivity of God’s saving work, this message will encourage and strengthen your faith.

We learn that following Jesus means leaving behind our old patterns, including our comfortable habits, familiar routines, and the “old way” we naturally cling to. Walking in Christ is a new way of living, and Scripture is honest about it:This message is a call to step boldly into the life Jesus offers, which is to walk the hard road, embrace the best way, and follow the only path that leads to true life. If you’re ready to leave the old life behind and walk in the new way Jesus has for you, this message will encourage, challenge, and strengthen your faith.

In Part 2 of the “Alive” series, Pastor Pete dives into Romans 6 to show us what it truly means to walk in a new way of life through Christ. This message builds on last week’s focus on sin and death and shifts our attention to salvation, transformation, and the life Jesus calls us into.We learn that following Jesus means leaving behind our old patterns, including our comfortable habits, familiar routines, and the “old way” we naturally cling to. Walking in Christ is a new way of living, and Scripture is honest about it:This message is a call to step boldly into the life Jesus offers, which is to walk the hard road, embrace the best way, and follow the only path that leads to true life. If you’re ready to leave the old life behind and walk in the new way Jesus has for you, this message will encourage, challenge, and strengthen your faith.

In this powerful kickoff to the “Alive” series, Pastor Pete teaches from Romans 6 and explores one of the clearest contrasts in all of Scripture: the difference between being dead in sin and being alive in Christ. Using everyday examples of things we instantly know how to tell apart, Pastor Pete shows that the difference between spiritual death and spiritual life is just as obvious when we truly understand it. Sin isn’t something small, harmless, or forgettable. It’s deadly, destructive, and always leads to death, but through Jesus, we’re offered something radically different: new life, new identity, and a new way of walking every single day.If you’re ready to step out of the old life and truly be alive in Christ, this message is for you.

In this powerful kickoff to the “Alive” series, Pastor Pete teaches from Romans 6 and explores one of the clearest contrasts in all of Scripture: the difference between being dead in sin and being alive in Christ. Using everyday examples of things we instantly know how to tell apart, Pastor Pete shows that the difference between spiritual death and spiritual life is just as obvious when we truly understand it. Sin isn’t something small, harmless, or forgettable. It’s deadly, destructive, and always leads to death, but through Jesus, we’re offered something radically different: new life, new identity, and a new way of walking every single day.If you’re ready to step out of the old life and truly be alive in Christ, this message is for you.

Job 2:11–13 introduces us to Job’s three friends, who, before giving any bad advice later, actually get a few things right. When they hear about Job’s suffering, they travel from their homes, weep with him, and sit beside him in silence for seven days because “they saw that his suffering was very intense.”This message reminds us that while everyone suffers, no one should suffer alone. Faithful friendship looks like:Seeking and seeing those who are hurting, sharing in their struggle, and sitting in silence when words would only wound.Just as Job’s friends sat with him, Jesus seeks us, sympathizes with us, and never leaves us to suffer by ourselves.

In Part 2 of our CrossRoads series, we step into the cold courtyard where Peter faced one of the greatest failures of his life. This message explores the moment Peter denied Jesus three times and asks a sobering question we all must answer: Will you stand with Him, or walk away from Him?Peter was bold, courageous, and deeply committed to Christ, yet when the pressure rose and following Jesus became costly, he collapsed. His story reminds us how quickly confidence can give way to compromise, and how distance from Christ can set the stage for denial.But this sermon is not only about failure. It is also about grace. After the resurrection, Jesus appeared to Peter personally. Peter had forsaken the Lord, but the Lord had not forsaken Peter. That is the hope of the gospel. Jesus does not move toward perfect people. He moves toward broken people, failures, and those who know they have messed it up.This message is for anyone who has been following Jesus at a distance, anyone who has compromised under pressure, and anyone who needs to know that failure does not have to be final.

In Job 2:6–10, Job’s suffering intensifies as he’s struck with painful boils (from head to toe) after already losing his wealth and his children. His faith comes under fire again when even his wife urges him to “curse God and die,” but Job refuses. Instead, he responds with remarkable trust.Just as Job trusted God under fire, we can too by affirming His promises, accepting His will, aligning with His purpose, and anticipating His provision.

In Job 2:6–10, Job’s suffering intensifies as he’s struck with painful boils (from head to toe) after already losing his wealth and his children. His faith comes under fire again when even his wife urges him to “curse God and die,” but Job refuses. Instead, he responds with remarkable trust.Just as Job trusted God under fire, we can too by affirming His promises, accepting His will, aligning with His purpose, and anticipating His provision.

In Job 1:13–22, Job loses almost everything in a single day...his wealth, his servants, and all ten of his children. Yet in the middle of unimaginable devastation, Job makes a choice: instead of panicking, despairing, wondering, sulking, or blaming God, he falls to the ground and worships.This message reminds us that when disaster, disappointment, or heartbreak strike, we also have choices. We can panic or pray, despair or depend on God, wonder “why?” or worship, sulk or seek God, or blame or bless the Lord,Even in the worst moments, you can choose faith, dependence, worship, and trust—just like Job.

In Job 1:13–22, Job loses almost everything in a single day...his wealth, his servants, and all ten of his children. Yet in the middle of unimaginable devastation, Job makes a choice: instead of panicking, despairing, wondering, sulking, or blaming God, he falls to the ground and worships.This message reminds us that when disaster, disappointment, or heartbreak strike, we also have choices. We can panic or pray, despair or depend on God, wonder “why?” or worship, sulk or seek God, or blame or bless the Lord,Even in the worst moments, you can choose faith, dependence, worship, and trust—just like Job.

In Job 1:1–5, we see not just Job’s integrity, but his deep faithfulness to his family. While his children lived differently (hosting frequent banquets and drifting spiritually), Job consistently led, loved, and interceded for them. He gathered them after each cycle of feasting and offered individual burnt offerings on their behalf.Job’s example reminds us to be intentional and unwavering with our families by worshiping together, praying together, serving together, sacrificing together, and playing together.