Episodes
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The Bible: How Does It Work? | The Bible | Week 2
Sometimes we approach the Bible like a to-do list, a bank account, or a way to earn favor. But reading God's Word was never intended to be a burden to carry. It is an opportunity to know God better, and through that, to know ourselves better. Join us and learn how freedom is found in reading the...
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The Bible: What Is It? | The Bible | Week 1
We may believe the Bible is true, but many of us rarely open it. What if it isn’t a book to get through, but one worth loving? Join us as we start a new three-week series on the Bible and discover why Scripture is God-breathed, how to learn it, and how to live it out. Love it. Learn it. Live it.
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Content In All Things | Press On | Week 7
What would it take for you to say, “I have enough”? So much of our happiness depends on circumstances going our way, and when they don’t, we just chase the next thing. Join us for the conclusion of the "Press On" series as we look at Philippians 4. Discover a quiet rest in Jesus that holds steady...
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The Door To Peace | Press On | Week 6
Joy. Gentleness. Peace. We all want them, but they tend to disappear right when we need them most. In Philippians, Paul doesn’t tell us to try harder; he tells us to bring it to God. Join us as we continue to press on and discover how God equips us with exactly what we need.
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Keep Going | Press On | Week 5
Ever feel like giving up? Some days it may feel as though our past is pulling us back, the grind is wearing us down, and the spark we once had for Jesus is fading. In Philippians 3, Paul shows us how to keep going: let go of what's behind, keep reaching for Christ, and fix our eyes on the day…
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Five Marks Of A Growing Believer | Press On | Week 4
How do we know we're growing? In Philippians, Paul shares indicators of spiritual growth. Join us as we continue our "Press On" series and unpack the five marks of a growing believer.
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What's Different Now? | Press On | Week 3
What's actually different about you now that you follow Jesus? In Philippians, Paul points us toward a new unity, a new attitude, and a new posture — all rooted in the humility of Christ. Join us as we ask how following Jesus should actually change how we live, treat others, and serve. Let this…
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A Life Worthy Of The Gospel | Press On | Week 2
"Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit." Philippians 1:27 Join us as we look at what it means to live a life worthy of the Gospel.
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Don't Waste Your Suffering | Press On | Week 1
Nobody signs up for suffering. But what if the setback you're experiencing is exactly where God does his best work? Join us for the first message of the new fall series, "Press On," as we unpack Paul's story from prison to show how God takes our worst moments and flips the script, turning…
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Jesus Is Alive | Jesus Is | Week 4
We all doubt. The questions, the uncertainty, the moments you're not sure what you believe — none of that disqualifies you from following Jesus. Join us as we walk through Thomas's story: a disciple who doubted out loud and still took a step of faith toward Jesus. Wherever your doubts have you...
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Grace & Truth | Jesus Is | Week 4
Do we water down the truth to make room for grace? Or wield truth like a weapon and call it holiness? Jesus never chose one over the other; He held both, fully, all the time. This week we continue the "Jesus is ____" series and look at what it means to live with grace and truth.
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Provider | Jesus Is | Week 3
What do you do when what's in front of you doesn't seem like enough? Jesus takes what little we have, our time, our resources, our willingness, and multiplies it far beyond what we could produce on our own. Join us as we look at how Jesus is Provider, and what it looks like for us to put back in...
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The Answer | Jesus Is | Week 2
Is there more to life than this? Why do I feel stuck, no matter how hard I try? Jesus is the Answer to what we can't fix ourselves. Join us as we walk through Nicodemus' late-night conversation with Jesus in John 3, uncovering what every person needs, what we can't achieve on our own, and what...
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Forgiver Of Sins | Jesus Is | Week 1
Four friends tore through a roof to get their paralyzed friend to Jesus. In that moment, we can see ourselves: desperate for healing, religiously routine, skeptically holding back, or reclaimed by grace. Which one are you right now? No matter how you see yourself today, take heart in a truth that...
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Restart | July 26 Message
Restart the fall semester with a message from Craig Curtis
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God Is. We Are. | We Are: One Church | Week 3
"Who am I, really?" It's a question many of us ask, and the answer starts somewhere we may not expect. Psalm 24 shows us that we can't fully know ourselves until we know the God who made us. God created us on purpose, with a purpose. Come discover what that means for the life you're living right...
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Teach Us To Number Our Days | Father's Day (2026)
What would you do differently if you knew how many days you actually had to live? In Psalm 90, Moses prays a strange prayer: teach us to number our days. Not to count down what's left, but to intentionally live with urgency, choose wisdom, and use our influence while we still have it. You don't...
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What Do You Want? | We Are: One Church | Week 2
What do you want? That sounds like a simple question, but what if our "wanter" is broken? Our biggest regrets are almost always tied to something we chased in the moment. Psalm 37 exposes how disordered and distorted desires leave us empty and eventually wreck us. The good news? God doesn't just...
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The Blessed Life | We Are: One Church | Week 1
With 15,000 self-help books published every year and a $14 billion industry built around one question - "how can I make my life better?" - what if we've been looking in the wrong place? As we kick off our new series, We Are: One Church, we are looking to Psalm 1 to find a different kind of…
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The Church For The Unchurched | As You Go | Week 7
Have you ever felt like you didn't measure up? Cornelius was the wrong background, wrong religion, wrong everything by the early church's standards. But God saw something different. Acts 10 shows us that God has never shown favoritism when sharing the gospel, and neither should we. Join us as we...
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Gospel Conversion | As You Go | Week 6
Have you ever felt you or someone you know was too far gone for forgiveness? That's how most viewed Saul of Tarsus before Jesus stopped him on the road to Damascus. Walk with us through Acts 9 and the moment a murderer became a martyr, showing that no one is beyond the reach of God's grace.
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Going With The Spirit | As You Go | Week 5
Have you ever felt led to say something, pray for someone, or take a step of faith, but hesitated because it felt uncomfortable? What would your life look like if you moved at the pace of the Holy Spirit? Acts 8 shows how God uses ordinary, willing people like Philip to carry the Gospel into...
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All Who Are Weary | Mother's Day (2026)
What if the breakthrough your family needs isn't perfection, but rest? No matter how much we strive, no family is perfect, but Jesus invites the weary and burdened to find peace, grace, and hope in Him. This Mother’s Day, discover how coming to Jesus, being present, and living with gentleness can...
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Boldness | As You Go | Week 4
What if the boldest thing you could do isn’t speak louder, but live differently? Acts 4 shows how ordinary people can live with extraordinary courage when they’ve been with Jesus. True boldness isn’t harsh; it’s grounded in grace, conviction, and a deep relationship with Him. Join us and discover...
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Living Out Your Faith | As You Go | Week 3
What does it really look like to live out your faith beyond Sunday? Discover how the early Church lived with boldness, relied on the power of the Holy Spirit, and made a real impact by stepping outside their comfort zones. Join us as we’re challenged to unlearn old habits, pray boldly, and truly...
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A New People | As You Go | Week 2
What is your view of the church? In Acts 2, we see that the church was essential for those following Jesus. Marked by a new devotion, a new place, and a new impact, believers were fully committed to God’s Word, authentic fellowship, and a shared life together. They lived with generosity, and God...
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Empowering To Witness | As You Go | Week 1
A full tank of gas, reliable GPS directions, and a bag of your favorite snacks—every road trip requires the right tools to reach the destination. In the same way, Jesus has called and equipped us through the Holy Spirit with everything we need to share the Gospel. He has empowered us to be His...
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Easter At Venture | 2026
Many have seen Jesus as distant or confusing, just a man from a story long ago. What if the Jesus you expected isn’t the full picture? What if He’s closer than you ever imagined? In this Easter message, discover how the risen Jesus meets us personally, shows up in our confusion, and renews us day...
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Palm Sunday | 2026
It’s possible to be close to Jesus and still miss what He’s doing. Palm Sunday wasn’t just a celebration; it was a moment many misunderstood. The same crowd shouting “Hosanna, save us” still missed Jesus’ mission. Join us as we learn to prepare, posture, and pursue differently so we don’t miss…
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Comfort & Control | Jonah | Week 4
What if the problem isn’t your circumstances but your need for control? As we reach the conclusion of Jonah, we see a God who is beyond our control yet full of mercy. Join us as we wrap up Jonah: A Rescue Story and discover how, even in discomfort and difficulty, God is working for good and…
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Compassion & Character | Jonah | Week 3
God relentlessly pursues us, not to condemn us, but to transform us. Join us as we explore how God’s pursuit, compassion, and limitless rescue shape our character and call us to be doers of His Word.
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Capture & Confession | Jonah | Week 2
Have you ever said something you regret, avoided what you knew you should do, or made a decision you wish you could take back? Jonah’s story shows us what to do when we realize we’ve made a bad choice: take responsibility, turn back to God, and embrace His grace. If you need a fresh start, join…
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Calling & Compromise | Jonah | Week 1
Pressure. Pain. Purpose. What are you running from? Our March series, Jonah: A Rescue Story, begins with a bold look at why we avoid what we’re called to, how that avoidance creates storms in our lives, and what happens when we choose courage over compromise. Join us, and discover how to stop...
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Hope For Hurting Relationships | Built To Last | Week 4
What if your story isn’t over—even in your most broken relationship? In Hope for Hurting Relationships, Legacy Pastor Jeff Clark shares how God’s relentless love pursues, restores, and rebuilds what feels lost. Discover how grace and godly boundaries can lead to healing and a brand-new beginning.
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Built Different | Built To Last | Week 3
What if the biggest tension in your relationships isn’t your schedule, personalities, or seasons of life, but your mission? Discover three powerful ways to seek God first and build a marriage shaped by eternity, not just the everyday. When you align with God’s Kingdom, everything changes.
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Made For Friendship | Built To Last | Week 2
You weren’t made to do life alone. From the Garden to the Gospel, God designed us for real, honest, life-giving friendship. Discover the path, practice, and power of friendships that actually last.
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Seek First | Built To Last | Week 1
We don’t get unlimited time, so what do we prioritize? Jesus invites us to seek God above everything else—and when we do, it changes how we think, live, and choose. Discover how putting God first brings clarity, realignment, and fruit that lasts. When we seek first what matters most, everything...
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Open-Handedness | Made for More | Week 4
Darkness can be overwhelming—until light appears. One small beam can change everything. As followers of Jesus, we’ve been given a light that has changed our lives, and we’re called to share it with the world around us. Join us as we learn how generosity is one of the most powerful ways to let our...
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Service | Made for More | Week 3
Always cracking jokes, always busy, always right, always late. If someone were to describe you with the word “always,” what would they say? Would they describe you as “always serving”? Christians should strive to live a life like Jesus, but what does that really mean? The life of Jesus was a life...
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Unity | Made for More | Week 2
Pressure can be very uncomfortable, but it doesn’t have to be a negative thing. Pressure can push us toward what God desires for us and from us. Join us as we see how positive pressure can move us toward the unity Jesus prays over His followers in John 17.
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Hospitality | Made for More | Week 1
Have you ever set a goal and actually stuck with it long enough to see the results you wanted? It feels great! That’s the motivation behind many well-intended New Year’s resolutions. Resolutions can be helpful as we pursue new habits and healthier rhythms, but have you ever wondered if there’s...
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Open The Book | Online Year-End Experience (2025)
Pause, reflect, and rest in all that God has done this year. Join us for this special Online Year-End Experience.
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Future Hope | Re-Gift | Week 2
Christmas is a special time of year when we celebrate the birth of our Savior. The gift of Jesus isn’t just one we look back at; it is something we look forward to with hope. Join us as we look to the source of hope in past promises, present help, and future peace.
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A Gift For All People | Re-Gift | Week 1
A new bike, a gift card to your favorite store, a Red Ryder BB gun. What’s the best gift you’ve ever received? God gave us the gift of His Son, Jesus! Is Jesus really the best gift ever? The gift of Jesus means we don’t have to live in fear of rejection, shame, denial, or discouragement. But who…
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Mindset Matters | Be Generous 2025 | Week 3
Is generosity a chore or a blessing? It’s all about the mindset, which begins in the heart. Join us as we learn how to plan, practice, and choose a lifestyle of giving generously.
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The Power of Giving | Be Generous 2025 | Week 2
Bills, groceries, Christmas gifts. Everyone has a plan for their paycheck, but what is God’s plan for your money? Join us as we unpack financial principles from God’s Word and discover the power of giving with Legacy Pastor Jeff Clark.
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Honoring God With Our Time | Be Generous 2025 | Week 1
The days are long but the years are short - which is even more reason to make the most of your time. What does it mean to manage your time well? Join us as we learn what it means to honor God with your time.
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Not of Fear | TPW Celebration Sunday
We’ve all received gifts that hold special meaning for us, but what do you do with the gift once the wrapping paper is tossed aside? Does it collect dust, or do you share it with others? The Holy Spirit has given us good gifts, like power, love, and self-discipline. The work of the Holy Spirit...
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Faith That Waits | James | Week 5
No matter the length of time — 20 minutes in traffic, 20 days for the test results, 20 years for a dream to be realized—waiting can be excruciating. And we rarely wait well. We tend to wait with our timeline in mind, and that’s when frustration, anxiety, and worry take hold. But our waiting isn’t...
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Words | James | Week 4
"Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger." James 1:19 Join us as we look to James 3 on this Local Sunday.
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