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What do you do when God gives you a promise but then makes you wait?This week we look at the tension between anointing and process. David was chosen by God, filled with the Spirit, and destined for greatness, yet he found himself back in the fields serving sheep. In this message, we talk about waiting seasons, hidden preparation, spiritual formation, and why God often develops leaders in lonely places before promoting them publicly.If you’re frustrated, overlooked, stuck in the process, or wondering why God hasn’t moved yet, this message is for you.

Many people disqualify themselves because of their past or their imperfections.But when God chose David, He wasn’t looking for perfection, He was looking at the heart.In this message, Pastor Stephen explores what it means to have a heart after God: a heart that seeks Him, serves faithfully, and finds its satisfaction in Him alone.

Pastor Allen Barrera preaches on the topic of finding your purpose. 

There’s a growing curiosity about Jesus. In this Easter message, Pastor Stephen explores the historical reality of the resurrection and asks the question Jesus still asks today: Who do you say He is? Because if the tomb is empty, it changes everything.

On Palm Sunday, Jesus didn’t choose a war horse, He chose a donkey. In this message, we discover how God uses the unlikely, why He wants you free, and what it means to carry Christ into a broken world. 

Following Jesus was never meant to stay private. You don’t need to have all the answers to make a difference. This message will help you see how your story, your life, and your everyday moments can lead others to Jesus.

What does it look like to be light in darkness? "You can't be light in light". Adam Suter gives us a history lesson on St. Patricks Day and helps us to know how we can practically be light in the darkness. 

The next generation won’t follow Jesus by accident, it starts at home.Pastor Stephen talks about how faith is formed through intentional parenting, modeled faith, and a strong community. Listen to discover how we can raise a generation that loves God, loves the Church, and lives out their purpose.Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Pastor Allen Barrera continues our relationship series while reflecting on the marital vows and giving practical advice on how to strengthen your marriage. 

What does the Bible say about divorce? Jesus doesn’t cancel broken stories — He redeems them.Matthew 19; Deuteronomy 24

Every relationship faces conflict. The question isn’t if you fight, it’s how you fight.This week, Pastor Stephen talks about building marriages that last by seeking God first, fighting fair, choosing forgiveness, protecting purity, and refusing to give up.Healthy marriages don’t happen by accident. They’re built on purpose.

What is marriage for? This message looks at God’s original design for marriage and how it shapes us in the way of Jesus, whether married or single.Genesis 2

Many people know church as a service or a sermon—but the Bible describes it as a family. This message explores God’s vision for life together: honoring leadership, supporting the struggling, staying when it’s hard, and choosing community over isolation. If you’ve ever wondered how church is supposed to work, this message is for you.1 Thessalonians 5:12-15

Why memorize Scripture when you have a Bible app?This teaching looks at Jesus’ relationship with Scripture and how storing God’s Word in our hearts transforms the way we think, resist temptation, and walk with God.Romans 12:1-2

How do you study the Bible without feeling overwhelmed or confused?In this message, we break down how to study the Bible, why Scripture matters for spiritual growth, and how Jesus Himself used God’s Word to resist temptation and shape His life. You’ll learn how to read the Bible with context, intention, and community. If you want to grow in your relationship with Jesus and build your life on a strong biblical foundation, this message is for you.

Did you know that there is a specific way we are supposed to read the Bible? In this message, Pastor Stephen shows why the Bible wasn’t designed to be skimmed for quotes, but meditated on for transformation. Listen as we learn about the practice of Lectio Divina. Joshua 1:7-8; Palm 1

Start 2026 with Home Church! Storms don’t test your faith—they reveal your foundation. In this message, Pastor Stephen talks about why God’s Word is the only foundation strong enough to sustain your life when pressure comes. 

Do you want 2026 to be better than 2025? If so, this message is for you. You don’t drift into order. You prepare for it. In our final message of 2025, Pastor Stephen explores prayer, fasting, and spiritual alignment to show why God moves where space has been intentionally made.

Feeling distant from God? You’re not abandoned - you’re being invited to see differently. In this message, Pastor Stephen explores the promise of Immanuel, challenges feeling-based faith, and shows how to recognize and live aware of God’s presence even when you don’t feel it. This message is for anyone wrestling with loneliness, doubt, or the silence of God.Isaiah 7:14

Fresh from Brazil, Pastor Stephen reflects on witnessing God move in power and asks why so many believers in the West live without it. This message unpacks a biblical framework for accessing God’s power in everyday life and invites you to step into the victorious, Spirit-filled life you were created for.1 Corinthians 4:20; 1 Corinthians 2:3-5; 1 Thessalonians 1:4-5

Pastor Allen reminds us to find hope in Christ, have hope in the cross and Keep hope on the throne. 

Adam Suter looks at the interaction between Zacchaeus and Jesus to show us where Generosity starts. 

In this message, Pastor Stephen unpacks what Jesus teaches about stewardship and generosity - reminding us that when God owns it all, everything shifts. We learn how to trust Jesus with our resources, manage what’s in our hands wisely, and live with the kind of open-handed faith that impacts every part of life.Luke 12

Everyone’s chasing “the good life”—more money, more freedom, more stuff. But Jesus flipped that idea upside down when He said, “It’s more blessed to give than to receive.” In this message, Pastor Stephen unpacks what Jesus really taught about money, generosity, and the kind of life that actually leads to joy. You’ll see why true freedom isn’t found in getting more; it’s found in giving more.Matthew 6:19-24

Home Church just turned one! 🎉 In this anniversary message, Pastors Stephen and Laura remind us that the church isn’t a building—it’s people with big faith, big sacrifice, and big hearts. Year two is about stretching wider, trusting deeper, and believing that the best is still ahead. The word for this season: Think Big.

Ephesus was the New Orleans of the ancient world—diverse, coastal, creative, and powerful. The Gospel didn’t just survive there; it thrived and flipped the city upside down. In A Case Study: Ephesus, Pastor Stephen unpacks how a church that once sparked revival later drifted from its first love—and what Jesus’ words in Revelation still mean for us today. It’s a reminder that faith isn’t just about right beliefs or good habits; it’s about a heart that burns for God. Maybe it’s time to clear out the buildup, rediscover what stirred you at first, and fall in love with Jesus again.Acts 19; Revelation 2:1-5

In this message, Pastor Stephen closes out the book of Ephesians with Paul’s final instruction — to pray. Prayer isn’t just another discipline; it’s the lifeline of the believer and the greatest weapon we have against the enemy. It’s how we stand firm, stay grounded, and see the Kingdom advance. Discover why prayer isn’t just the way forward — it’s the destination.

Too many Christians live with “stinkin thinkin.” Our thought processes create our identity, which should be a reflection of our salvation and the security we have in Christ. But, oftentimes we continue to live with our earthly issues and failures, letting them lead our lives. The sword of the spirit is for when we, as believers, move from the defensive to the offensive. It’s the very word of God given to us to use as a weapon against the enemy. In this message, Pastor Stephen teaches us how to think differently about ourselves and our lives through our salvation in Jesus and you’ll discover what the sword of the spirit is and how we can utilize it!

What is your first line of protection against the attacks of the enemy? Faith. Faith is not a feeling. Faith is a choice. In this message, Pastor Stephen gives us 3 ways to develop and use our faith, so we can live in the fullness of everything God has for us. Ephesians 6:15

When our peace comes from our Savior, we can stand firm. But, when our peace is based on our situations, we stumble and fall. Peace should be the default of every believer. Pastor Stephen encourages individuals to receive peace from Jesus and to make peace wherever they go. If you’ve struggled with fear, anxiety, worry, or depression, this is a message for you. If you've been in conflict, had relationship struggles, or experienced social tension, this is a word for you. 

One of the greatest areas in our lives the enemy loves to attack is our righteousness. Righteousness guards the most vital parts of our lives, which makes it a prime target. In this message, Jessie teaches us what righteousness is and how we can daily live it out. Jessie Davis Pastors at One City Church in Denver, Colorado. Ephesians 6:14Luke 8:26-29

​​When you’re in the middle of spiritual warfare, the enemy always comes with deceit and lies. He is the master of deception. Truth is what stabilizes the believer, bringing peace, hope for the future, and rest in the promises of God. If you’ve been battling discouragement, anxiety, and fear, listen now. Ephesians 6:14

We all experience spiritual warfare. As followers of Jesus, we walk through life with a target on our backs. However, we don’t always recognize the attacks, and we don’t always walk in the victory that’s been given to us through Jesus. In this message Pastor Stephen teaches us how to identify spiritual warfare and how to use the weapons we’ve been given. Ephesians 6:10-13

God’s design for life isn’t solo - it’s shoulder-to-shoulder. In this message, Bri explores how Biblical community brings unlikely people together, opens doors for others to meet Jesus, and gives us a taste of Heaven on earth. Learn how to step into the life God intended, together.Bri Guillory serves as the Executive Director of Communication at Home Church and oversees our Home Groups.

A riot began the church in Ephesus. A few years into their journey, Paul writes to help them mature into who they really are in Christ, but his closing commissioning to them may not be what you’d expect. In this message, Pastor Stephen unpacks what it means to recognize the real enemy, rely on God’s strength, and fight with the armor He provides.Ephesians 6:10-11

Your 9–5 might feel ordinary, but God calls it sacred. In this message, Pastor Stephen unpacks how the way you work—from your attitude to your excellence—is one of the greatest ways to display Jesus to the world. Whether you’re at a desk, in a classroom, or on a construction site, discover how to turn your everyday grind into worship that makes an eternal impact.Ephesians 6:5-9

Jesus didn’t call us to stay comfortable - He called us to cross over. In this message, Pastor Stephen reminds us that the mission is people, and the other side of obedience is often resistance. If you've ever wondered why following Jesus gets harder when you're doing it right, this message will awaken your heart, sharpen your vision, and call you into the waters where rescue happens. You were saved to save!Mark 4 & 5

Jesus didn’t come to start a religion—He came on a rescue mission. In a world full of confusion and pain, He sees the lost with compassion and calls us to do the same. This message will awaken your heart to the urgency of the Gospel, the power of the Kingdom, and your role in the greatest mission on earth.Mark Kresge serves as the Connection Pastor at Jesus Culture Sacramento. 

What if parenting isn’t about being perfect—but being present, obedient, and Spirit-led? This message from Pastor Allen Barrera flips the script on modern parenting pressure and dives into God’s blueprint for raising kids who thrive. Whether you’re raising toddlers or teens, this is for every parent who wants to lead with grace, discipline, and eternal purpose.Ephesians 6:1-4

Is marriage outdated—or just misunderstood? In a culture flooded with confusion about gender roles, love, and power, this message dives deep into God’s original design for marriage and why it still matters. Whether you’re single, dating, or a decade in, you’ll walk away with a fresh, empowering perspective that’s honest, biblical, and surprisingly relevant.Ephesians 5:22-33

What if freedom isn’t found in following your feelings—but in walking in the light? In this episode, we talk sex, identity, and the quiet idols that are discipling an entire generation. The chains are real—but so is the way out.

Broken relationships feel final—but what if they’re not? This week, we explore how the gospel invites us not just to forgive, but to pursue reconciliation, even when it’s messy or one-sided. Discover why healing relationships may be the most powerful way we reflect the heart of Jesus.

Forgiveness is integral in our discipleship with Jesus. We live in a world polluted by sin and shame, and relationships in this broken world are often marked by disappointment, loss, and pain. God is calling us to forgive because Jesus himself chose to forgive.Ephesians 4:40-32; Matthew 6:14-15; Matt 18:21-22 

Tired of going through the motions? This message breaks down how to ditch the old life and actually live out your faith in real, everyday ways. Ephesians 4 hits different when you realize it’s not just about belief—it’s about becoming.Ephesians 4:17-32

Pastor Allen continues our study of Ephesians as we jump into chapter 4. Ephesians 4:1-6

Following Jesus isn’t just a solo journey—it’s a family thing. Pastor Stephen dives into Ephesians 2 and talks about how the gospel doesn’t just save us personally—it brings us into a new community. No more “us vs. them.” God is building something bigger than our preferences, politics, and pasts—and you have a place in it. You’re not just invited in… you’re family now.Ephesians 2:11-22

Ephesians 2:1-10 is the simplest and most direct presentations of Jesus that we have. Pastor Stephen walks through these verses as we continue our study of Ephesians. Ephesians 2:1-10

Happy Mother's Day! We continue our study of Ephesians looking at Pauls prayer for the church in Ephesus. Ephesians 1:15-23

Ephesians, the Queen of the Epistles, is  the most concise complete presentation of what God is doing thru Jesus. Of the 41 command verbs in the book, 40 of them are in chapters 4-6. There is only 1 command in the first 3 chapters - ‘Remember’. Before you ever talk about what you are supposed to do - C at its base is about what God has done for us in Christ. Ephesians 1:3-14 

Home Church will be studying the book of Ephesians! If we are going to understand a book fully then we are going to have to understand as much as we can about the people who are receiving this letter. Pastor Stephen lays the foundation for the beginning of our study of the book of Ephesians. Acts 19; Ephesians 1:1-2