Adoration Church

Have you ever felt like God cut something off of you? Whether it is a job, an opportunity, a relationship, or even a hero, pruning is painful. In this message, Matt explores some of Jesus’ last words to his disciples on abiding in the vine, from John 15:1-11.

In an “earthquake moment,” when everything feels like it’s unraveling, Jesus speaks a steady word: let not your hearts be troubled. In John 14, we’re invited to move from anxiety and orphaned striving into the deep security of the Father’s house—where identity is secured, hearts are steadied, and we’re sent out to join Him in the renewal of all things.

Last, Matt taught from I Peter 2:13-25. This message is for anyone who has ever had been under a difficult authority figure whether it was a bad boss or a difficult parent.

Acts 2 & Exodus 35 | How then shall we live on the other side of the resurrection? In this sermon, Fr. Nick Audas traces a striking parallel between Israel's deliverance from Egypt and the early church's experience of the risen Christ — two communities discovering that everything they have is grace, and letting that revelation reshape how they hold their money, gifts, and lives. Moving through Exodus 34–36 and Acts 2, we press past the 10% tithe as religious checkbox toward the harder New Testament call to give willingly, cheerfully, sacrificially, and proportionally — with open hands and eternity's exchange rate in view.

In this sermon, Michael Schiller unpacks Thomas's internal battle after hearing that Jesus had risen.

In a world full of conflict, division, and fear, God invites us into a better way. In Acts 10, Fr. Nick explores how God saw Cornelius’s hunger and drew him near— and how the same invitation is extended to all. His Spirit is poured out on all who seek Him, bringing the ultimate reconciliation we all long for, available through Jesus Christ.

Jesus’ Triumphal Entry is all about anticipation. In the sermon Matt explores how Jesus’ leadership is different and far more powerful than we ever anticipated.

Rev. Paul Hassell preaches on John 11:1-44.

Fr. Nick preaches on Psalm 23, highlighting how the Lord is the ultimate Good Shepherd of his people.

In this message, Matt Makar walks through Jesus’ encounter with the woman at the well.

In Genesis 12, God calls Abram out of familiar security into a greater inheritance shaped by promise, showing that true blessing is not comfort or success but life with God that overflows to others. As we respond in faith to Jesus—the perfectly obedient Son—we discover that our greatest inheritance is not what God gives, but God Himself.

Have you fallen into the trap of cynicism? In this message, Matt Makar dives into Romans 5 to explore how Adam is a type of Christ. You will learn how the Bible is a story of fallen leaders which builds up your cynicism at first, ultimately to make you wonder at Christ’s faithfulness.

Rev. Nick Audas preaches on Transfiguration.

In this message from Psalm 67, Matt explores an overview of the Bible‘s overarching story focusing on Jesus as the King of all nations.

Matthew 5:1-12.

Matt walks through Romans 15:5-7 as an exploration of Christian fellowship.

Rev. Nick examines the call and core of discipleship in John 1:29-42.

In this sermon from Matthew 3, Fr. Nick incites us to see and respond to Jesus and the salvation he offers.

Advent 4. Fr Nick provokes personal reflection on the reasons we struggle to trust God in our pain and what we can do to grow in faith.

Fr. Cameron delivers his final message at Fr. Nick's institution service. May this "Screwtape letter" encourage you to draw near to the One who loves you!

Matthew 24:29-44

This Christ the King Sunday, Fr. Nick reminds of our awesome King Jesus.

Matt takes us into Malachi 3 to explore disappointment with God.

Fr. Cameron look at 2 Thessalonians 2:15-3:5 and draws out four pillars of confidence in turbulent times that St. Paul gives to the church.

Fr. Nick gives us 4 reasons we baptize the little ones: 1. Biblically faithful2. Historically grounded3. Sacramentally significant4. Gospel centered

In Luke 18, Jesus tells a parable about a Pharisee and a tax-collector. We learn that sometimes the most religious of us are farthest from God, that sinners who humble themselves are welcomed, and that ALL of us desperately need Jesus.

Genesis 32. Jacob wrestles and receives a new name and a new identity. And receive a reminder that God often wants to change us rather than our situation.

Fr. Nick preaches from the story of the ten lepers. What drives our relationship with God? Is it true and steady love for him?

Fr. Cameron takes us into Luke 17 and the disciples' request to increase their faith.

Fr. Cameron discusses the call to intercede in 1 Timothy 2. The Cross of our Lord was the greatest instance of intercession and we are called to pray in union with it.

Jesus' address to the guests of a banquet teaches us much about what true hospitality looks like in the Kingdom.

In this sermon, Fr. Nick looks at Hebrews 12 and reminds us how to rightly fear the Lord.

In this sermon, Fr. Cameron preaches from Hebrews 12, calling us to a life of Christ-like endurance as we race to the finish line.

In this sermon on Hebrews 11, Fr. Cameron looks at Abraham's example of faith(fulness) as he entrusted his future to God. We too can stake our lives on God's own faithfulness as we gaze upon our Lord Jesus' Cross.

Fr. Nick challenges us to lives of radical generosity as we look at Jesus' parable of the rich fool.

Michael Schiller, a campus missionary with Intervarsity Fellowship shares the word with us today.

In this episode, Pastor Nick unpacks surprising pieces of this timeless parable.

Fr. Cameron looks at Colossians 1:13-14 and some practical things we can do to enjoy our place in the Kingdom of Light and stay free from the influence of the "domain of darkness."

In this class, we look at the exponential growth of Christianity in the Roman Empire and the ensuing institutionalization of the faith. We also look at the prominent spiritual practices around the martyrs and saints.

Looking at Psalm 66, Fr. Nick calls our attention to the riches of praying the Psalms.

Fr. Cameron teaches on the origins of monastic Christianity in response to compromise in the 4th century church.

When we talk about conversion, we often refer to a moment of decision. Fr. Cameron challenges us to think about conversion as a life fully surrendered to Jesus in response to his call to forsake all. text: Luke 9:51-62

In this class, Fr. Cameron looks at the spirituality of the Eucharist in the early church, exploring 3 distinct elements of the church's understanding: Sacrifice, Eschatology, and Communion. Tune in!

In this sermon on Zechariah 12 & 13, Fr. Cameron points at God's agency and our need in the work of spiritual renewal.

In this second episode, Fr. Cameron answers the question "What's a church father, anyway?" and walks through 3 important elements of their spirituality: unity, martyrdom, and initiation rites.

This Trinity Sunday, Fr. Nick helps us understand the elusiveness and importance of the doctrine of the Trinity and what it means for our spiritual lives.

In this summer course, Fr. Cameron teaches on the spiritual beliefs and practices of the pre-Reformation church.

This Pentecost, Fr. Cameron reminds us of what it looks like to build up the work with the spiritual gifts God gives us--gifts that sometimes cause people to ask, "What does this mean??"

The Ascension is rarely discussed as a doctrine of its own. In this sermon, Fr. Cameron explores the theological meaning of Christ's ascension and then addresses what it means for us today.

As some members of Adoration prepare to move to the Middle East on mission, Fr. Cameron exhorts them (and the congregation) to live life on mission, exercising risky faith, keeping the vision of the Heavenly City in mind.Text: Acts 14:8-18