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Join us each week as we unpack God's Word and the wisdom it shares for our everyday lives, so that we may live more like Jesus. LOVE BIG!

  1. Aug 10

    What God Says About Your Money (Part 2) - JT Riley - 8/9

    Scripture References: Psalm 24:1, Deuteronomy 8:18, 1 Samuel 2:7, Luke 16:1–13 Who actually owns the money in your bank account? In week two of our series, What God Says About Your Money, Pastor JT tackles the fundamental difference between living like an owner and living like a steward. The breakthrough comes when we realize a simple, revolutionary truth: God owns it all. He is the ultimate owner, but He calls you and me to manage His resources—and He expects us to manage them well. It All Belongs to God: Scripture leaves no room for debate—the earth and everything in it belong to the Lord (Psalm 24:1). Your money is His: From Haggai 2:8 to Psalm 50, God reminds us that the gold, the silver, and the cattle on a thousand hills are already His. Your ability to make money is from Him: Deuteronomy 8:18 reminds us that it is God who gives us the power and strength to gain wealth in the first place. The amount you have comes from Him: As 1 Samuel 2:7 says, the Lord makes poor and makes rich; He brings low and He exalts. We Are Called to Be Good Stewards (Luke 16:1–13): Looking at the Parable of the Shrewd Manager, we learn three key lessons about stewardship: Benefit Others: We are called to use our resources to serve others and build relationships that outlast this earthly life. Keep an Eternal Perspective: Earthly wealth is temporary. Wise managers use temporary wealth to invest in eternal returns. Be Faithful: True spiritual trust is built on daily financial faithfulness. You cannot serve both God and money. Pastor JT challenged us to process two reflective questions this week depending on where we are on our spiritual journey: For the Believer: How have you truly been viewing the finances you’ve been entrusted with? Does your spending, saving, and giving reflect that your money belongs to you, or to Him? For the Seeker: How does it make you feel knowing that God cares deeply about your heart in every detail of life—including your money? Why do you think a loving Father cares so much about what has hold of your heart? Connect with Us: Shifting from "owner" to "steward" changes everything about how we view our resources and align our hearts with God. Listen to the full message on our app or website, and join a LifeGroup to keep processing these truths in community!

  2. Aug 10

    What God Says About Your Money (Part 1) - JT Riley - 8/2

    Scripture References: Luke 16:10–11, Luke 19:8–9, Matthew 19:16–25, Luke 3:7–14, Mark 12:41–44 Money is one of the most talked-about topics in Scripture, yet it's often the area of our lives we guard the most. This week, we launch our new series, What God Says About Your Money, by returning to the core foundation of biblical stewardship. Starting right with your money isn't about downloading a better budgeting app or chasing financial trends; it's about shifting your mindset. When you start with the mind of God, you can begin living financially aligned with the heart of God. Little Things, Big Trust (Luke 16:10–11): God tests our character in the small things before entrusting us with true spiritual wealth. How you manage a dollar reflects how you handle your life. Be Like Zacchaeus (Luke 19:8–9 & Matthew 19:16–25): Real encounters with Jesus lead to immediate financial transformation. Unlike the rich young ruler who held tightly to his wealth, Zacchaeus experienced a change of heart that instantly unlocked radical generosity and restitution. Follow Your Money, Reveal Your Heart (Luke 3:7–14): Your bank statement is a spiritual dipstick. Where your money flows reveals what your heart truly values, relies on, and worships. God Cares About Your Heart (Mark 12:41–44): Looking at the widow’s offering, Jesus wasn't impressed by the size of the gift, but by the size of the sacrifice. God measures generosity not by what we give, but by what we keep for ourselves. JT left us with a practical and probing exercise for the week ahead: Sit down this week and ask God—and yourself—this question: "Where is my heart not aligned with God in my finances?" Take an honest look at your financial life and evaluate: Is debt holding you back? Are you living above your means? Are you prioritizing saving and tithing, or giving God your leftovers? Are you genuinely generous, or do you find yourself constantly longing for more stuff? Connect with Us: We are so excited for this new series! Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss a single week, and visit our church website or app to find resources and LifeGroups diving deeper into biblical stewardship together.

  3. Aug 10

    Stand Firm, Act Like Men (Part 6) - JT Riley - 7/26

    Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 16:13–14, Romans 8:14–15, John 12:49–50, 1 Corinthians 11:23–26 This week Pastor JT brings an essential bonus capstone episode to the table. After building the foundation of courage, strength, armor, and love over the last five weeks, we zero in on the ultimate expression of a man’s legacy: fatherhood. Whether you are a father raising young children, a grandfather, or a spiritual father mentoring the next generation, this episode delivers the blueprint for walking out a Godly patriarch's calling in the home. The Imprint of the Father is on You: Every dad leaves a spiritual imprint on his children. The way you lead, love, and respond directly shapes how your kids will view their Heavenly Father. You Must Know God as “Abba” (Romans 8:14–15): You cannot reflect the heart of the Father until you have experienced it yourself. Before you are a provider or a leader to your kids, you are a son who is deeply loved and adopted by God, freed from the spirit of fear and slavery. The Blueprint of the Perfect Son (John 12:49–50): Look to Jesus as the ultimate Son. He spoke only what the Father gave Him to speak and did only what the Father directed Him to do. As earthly fathers, our goal is to align our authority completely under God’s authority. Living Out Your Calling as a Father: Being a Godly dad isn't a passive status—it is an active calling. It requires intentionality, spiritual leadership, and humble service at the head of your home. Pastor JT gave every man an unforgettably powerful action item to lead his home spiritually this week: Host Communion with your family. Grab some simple bread and juice or wine. Start by washing their feet—modeled after Jesus—showing your family that your leadership in the home is rooted in humble service. Read 1 Corinthians 11:23–26 together. Lead your family in prayer, thanking Jesus for His body broken and His blood shed on the cross for your household. Connect with Us: And that officially wraps our Stand Firm, Act Like Men series! Thank you for walking this transformative journey with us. Go back and listen to all six episodes on our church app or website, and keep standing firm, brothers!

  4. Aug 10

    Stand Firm, Act Like Men (Part 5) - JT Riley - 7/19

    Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 16:13–14, 1 Corinthians 13:1–13 The final directive in 1 Corinthians 16:14 brings the entire series home with a vital modifier: "Do everything in love."Without love, courage turns into cruelty, strength becomes tyrannical, and vigilance devolves into paranoia. In the final chapter of our men's series, Stand Firm, Act Like Men, Pastor JT turns to the famous "Love Chapter"—1 Corinthians 13—to show that biblical love is not a passive sentiment or a weak emotion. For a man of God, love is the ultimate expression of strength, action, and durability. Love Is of Utmost Importance (vv. 1–3): You can have dynamic gifts, sharp theological knowledge, and impressive accomplishments, but if you do not have love, Paul says you are completely empty. True masculinity is measured not by what you achieve, but by how well you love. Love Is Something That Is Applied (vv. 4–7): Biblical love is a verb. It is patient, kind, slow to anger, and quick to protect. It isn't just felt in your heart; it is actively demonstrated in how you speak to your family, how you handle frustration, and how you honor others above yourself. Love Is Permanent (vv. 8–13): Earthly accolades, status, and physical strength will all eventually fade away, but love endures forever. When everything else is stripped away, faith, hope, and love remain—and the greatest of these is love. Pastor JT left every man with a direct, practical challenge to process and execute this week: How can you lay down your life for those you love? How can you serve them and make their needs more important than your own—not just today, but tomorrow, the next day, and every day after that? Whatever specific act of service, conversation, or sacrifice popped into your head when reading that question: Go and do that thing. Connect with Us: Thank you for joining us throughout this entire Stand Firm, Act Like Men series! We hope these five weeks have challenged and encouraged you. Listen back to the whole series on our church app or website, and join a life group and check out our Men's Ministry and Women's Ministry groups to keep walking out these truths together.

  5. Jul 15

    Stand Firm, Act Like Men (Part 4) - JT Riley - 7/12

    Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 16:13–14, Matthew 20:17–28, John 13:13–17, Proverbs 24:16 Our culture has a lot of definitions for what makes a man "strong," but most of them focus entirely on the external—brawn, bank accounts, or bossing people around. In week four of our series, Stand Firm, Act Like Men, Pastor JT takes us to Matthew 20 to look at how Jesus completely flips the worldly script on power and masculinity. If we want to be strong men, we have to look to the strongest Man who ever lived. Through Jesus' life and teaching, we discover that biblical strength looks vastly different than the world’s imitation. A Strong Man is a Sabbathed Man (vv. 20–21): Real strength isn’t found in endless grinding; it is found in resting in God. A strong man knows how to stop, unplug, and prioritize proximity to Jesus. Our power to lead comes from our connection to the Source, not our own empty tanks. A Strong Man is a Persevering Man (vv. 22–23): Strength isn't about never falling; it's about what you do when you hit the dirt. As Proverbs 24:16 says, "For though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again." Biblical masculinity means getting back up, dust of failure and all, and continuing the march. A Strong Man is a Humble Man (v. 23): A weak man demands respect and clambers for position. A strong man is secure enough in his identity in Christ that he doesn't need to force his way to the head of the table. A Strong Man is a Serving Man (vv. 24–28): Jesus modeled the ultimate picture of leadership when He picked up a towel and washed His disciples' dirty feet (John 13). True greatness in the Kingdom of God is not measured by how many people serve you, but by how many people you serve. It is time to put these principles into action. Men, the call to biblical strength is a direct call to serve. Your Challenge This Week: Identify one concrete way you can actively serve the people in your circles. How can you serve your wife? Your kids? Your coworkers or employees? Your church? Step up, grab the towel, and lead by serving. Connect with Us: Men, let's continue to walk this out together. Listen to the full message on our app or website, and make sure to share it with a brother who needs the encouragement to step up and serve this week!

  6. Jul 6

    Stand Firm, Act Like Men (Part 3) - JT Riley - 7/5

    Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 16:13–14, Ephesians 6:10–18 True biblical manhood isn’t passive; it is courageous and combative against the things that matter most. In week three of our men's series, Stand Firm, Act Like Men, Pastor JT moves us from the defensive posture of remaining on guard to the active posture of spiritual warfare. We aren't fighting against flesh and blood, but against spiritual forces that want to destroy our lives, our marriages, and our children. Drawing from Ephesians 6, we unpack the heavy weaponry God has provided for every man to gear up, stand his ground, and fight the good fight of faith. The Armor of God  The Belt of Truth: The foundation of everything. It holds your armor together and protects you from the lies and deception of the enemy.  The Shoes of Peace: A man of God must be anchored. These shoes provide the traction and stability needed to stand firm when the cultural terrain gets slippery.  The Shield of Faith: Your active defense. When the enemy hurls flaming arrows of doubt, insecurity, and temptation, a man lifts his shield, trusting in the promises of God.  The Helmet of Salvation: Protecting your mind. This is the ultimate security that your identity and eternal destiny are completely secure in Jesus Christ.  The Sword of the Lord: Our offensive weapon—the living, breathing Word of God. We don't just take the hits; we strike back with Biblical truth.  Prayer: The engine of the armor. Weaponry is useless without the power source. Consistent, fervent prayer keeps a man locked into the strategy of his Commander. Call to Action Last week, you were challenged to lock arms with four brothers you can trust in the trenches. This week, we are putting that brotherhood into action. Your Challenge: Get together with your four guys this week and pray Ephesians 6 out loud over one another. Do not leave your brothers uncovered on the battlefield. Connect with Us: Men, the battle is real, but the victory is already won. Grab your squad, listen to this message, and gear up for the week ahead. For more resources or to find a men's huddle near you, visit our church app or website.

  7. Jul 6

    Stand Firm, Act Like Men (Part 2) - JT Riley - 6/28

    Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 16:13–14, 1 Peter 5:6–11 The call to "be on your guard" sounds great in theory, but what does it look like in the trenches of everyday life? In the second installment of our men's series, Stand Firm, Act Like Men, Pastor JT breaks down how a man of God stays vigilant against the forces trying to dismantle his faith, character, and family. Pulling back the curtain on spiritual warfare, we look at 1 Peter 5 to expose five specific tactics the enemy uses to ambush men when their guard is down. Exposing the Tactics of the Enemy  Tactic 1: Pride (v. 6) — The enemy loves to convince us that we don't need help, accountability, or God. True biblical masculinity requires the strength to humble yourself under God’s mighty hand.  Tactic 2: Worry (v. 7) — Anxiety paralyzes leadership. When we carry the crushing weight of pressure alone instead of casting our cares on Him, we become vulnerable to poor decisions.  Tactic 3: Lack of Sobriety (v. 8) — To be sober-minded means to see things clearly as they truly are. The enemy thrives in our mental fog, distractions, and emotional numbing.  Tactic 4: Isolation (v. 9) — A lone wolf is an easy target. The enemy wants to convince you that you are the only one struggling so that you will step away from the brotherhood and community of the church.  Tactic 5: Lust — A weapon specifically designed to corrupt a man's vision, distort his desires, and break his covenants. Standing firm means guarding your eyes and your heart with uncompromising boundaries. The Battle Plan To stand firm, you have to know what you are up against. The enemy prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour—but he looks for the careless, the isolated, and the proud. This week, take inventory of your life. Which of these five areas has your guard been slipping in? Connect with Us: Men, don't fight these battles alone. Grab a brother, listen to this episode together, and talk about it. Visit our church website or app to find a local men's group and get plugged into the brotherhood this week.

  8. Jun 24

    Stand Firm, Act Like Men (Part 1) - JT Riley - 6/21

    Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 16:13–14, Genesis 1:26–28, Genesis 2:5–18 What does it actually mean to be a man of God in today's world? This week, Pastor JT kicks off our highly anticipated men's series, Stand Firm, Act Like Men, anchored in the challenge of 1 Corinthians 16:13–14. To understand true Biblical masculinity, we have to go back to the very beginning—before the world's expectations and cultural distortions took hold. In this message, we unpack God's original blueprint for men by looking at the three foundational gifts and responsibilities given in the Garden of Eden. Key Takeaways  God Gives Man Work to Enjoy (Genesis 2:15): Long before the fall, God created man to work, cultivate, and care for creation. Work was never intended to be a curse or endless drudgery; it was designed to be an extension of our calling. When you operate within your God-given purpose, work becomes one of the greatest joys of your life.  God Gives Man a Will to Obey (Genesis 2:16–17): True strength is found in submission to authority. God gave man a free will alongside clear boundaries. We must remember: God is not a God of arbitrary rules; He is a God of relationship, and our obedience is a reflection of our trust in Him.  God Gives Man a Woman to Love (Genesis 2:18): God declared that it was not good for man to be alone, creating partnership and community. For men, this is a call to relational responsibility—to love, honor, and protect the relationships God places in our care. The Starting Line "To stand up and act like men, you must first bow down and surrender to Jesus. This is where it all starts." You cannot successfully build the life God has called you to lead without first surrendering your life to the One who created you. True biblical manhood doesn't begin with self-reliance; it begins on our knees. Connect with Us: Men, this series is for you, but it's also a great listen for anyone wanting to understand God's design for leadership and responsibility. Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss Part 2, and visit our website to find a men's small group meeting near you this week!

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