Hillside Community Church

Hillside Community Church
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To see God's hope transform out cities one story at a time.. that is why we exist. Whether you are brand new to Church or you’ve been around for a while; we want to say welcome! Our goal is to create moments and opportunities for you to encounter God in the midst of your life. We want you to join us just as you are and experience the hope we have in Christ.

  1. 6d ago

    The Church Isn't a Place — It's a People - Aaron McRae

    Most of us have some version of church we've settled for. Show up. Sit down. Go home. But what if that's nowhere near what the church was actually designed to be? In Acts 2, the earliest followers of Jesus didn't just attend something — they were devoted to something. Devoted to each other. Devoted to prayer, Scripture, meals, and radical generosity. And the result? People noticed. Lives changed. The community grew — not because of a marketing strategy, but because they were genuinely becoming something different together. In this message, we explore what it looks like for a church to live into its full potential — and what's at stake when we settle for less. You'll walk away thinking about: Commitment — Some commitments require a "yes" even when you don't feel like it. What does it look like to be truly devoted to a community, not just a Sunday service? Maturity — Spiritual growth isn't a solo project. You don't become more like Jesus in isolation. Your development is connected to the people around you — and the community you're willing to stay committed to. Calling — Every person in the church is a minister. Every home is a center of ministry. The question isn't whether you have a role to play — it's whether you're playing it. This isn't a guilt trip about church attendance. It's an invitation to something far more meaningful than a weekly hour on Sunday. 📖 Scripture References: Acts 2:42–47 · Romans 12:10–13 · Ephesians 4:11–16 · 1 Peter 2:4–5, 9–10 · 1 Corinthians 12:4–7 · John 17:20–21 📚 Resources Mentioned: Acts — Darrell Bock (Baker Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament)Gaining by Losing — J.D. GreearTimothy Keller — "The church is like a football stadium..." (commonly attributed quote)J.V. Fesko — writing on the Priesthood of All BelieversFor the full gathering of this message which includes worship, visit our Youtube channel.   Stay Connected With Hillside Community Church. Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/c/HillsideCommunityChurch Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/hillsidechurches/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/hillsidechurches Website | https://hillsidechurches.com

    39 min

  2. May 25

    The Holy Spirit & the Birth of the Church-Aaron McRae

    On Pentecost Sunday — the 50th day after Passover — something extraordinary happened that changed everything. God wasn't just receiving offerings that day. He was giving the ultimate gift: His Holy Spirit. In this message, we explore Acts 2 and unpack how the Holy Spirit doesn't just help the church — He is the very engine that starts and sustains it. Without Him, we simply cannot do what God has called us to do. Whether you're brand new to faith or have been following Jesus for decades, this message will challenge you to stop trying to do life and ministry in your own strength — and invite the Spirit to fill, lead, and empower you. For the full gathering of this message which includes worship, visit our Youtube channel.   Stay Connected With Hillside Community Church. Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/c/HillsideCommunityChurch Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/hillsidechurches/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/hillsidechurches Website | https://hillsidechurches.com

    43 min

  3. May 18

    Rest Greater Than Hustle - D.A. Horton

    What if the exhaustion you feel isn’t just physical? In this message, Pastor D.A. Horton walks through Matthew 11:25–30 and Jesus’ invitation to weary people carrying heavy burdens: “Come to me… and I will give you rest.” In a culture obsessed with hustle, productivity, and self-reliance, Jesus offers something radically different — rest for the soul. This sermon explores how true peace is not found through control, achievement, or escape, but through humility, surrender, and relationship with Christ. Through three key movements — Receive, Rest, and Remain — Pastor Horton unpacks: -Why spiritual understanding begins with humility, not pride -How Jesus invites us to bring Him our anxiety, pressure, stress, and striving -What it means to exchange self-reliance for the lighter yoke of Christ -Why the world’s versions of “rest” never fully satisfy -How God’s presence sustains us step by step through life’s heaviness This message is for anyone feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, spiritually tired, or stuck carrying more than they were meant to hold. For the full gathering of this message which includes worship, visit our Youtube channel.   Stay Connected With Hillside Community Church. Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/c/HillsideCommunityChurch Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/hillsidechurches/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/hillsidechurches Website | https://hillsidechurches.com

    35 min

  4. May 12

    When Jesus Sees the Real You - Aaron McRae

    This Mother’s Day message takes us into one of the most personal and powerful encounters in the Bible—Jesus and the woman at the well in John 4. A woman hiding from people. A life marked by shame, brokenness, and disappointment. A conversation that changes everything. In this teaching, we explore how Jesus breaks through cultural barriers, personal pain, religious confusion, and spiritual emptiness to offer something deeper than temporary satisfaction: living water. This message is for anyone who has:  Felt unseen, stuck, or spiritually thirsty  Tried to satisfy deeper longings with temporary things  Wondered if their past disqualifies them from God’s love  Needed hope that Jesus still changes lives today You’ll discover:  Why Jesus intentionally went through Samaria  What “living water” really means  How Jesus confronts sin with grace and truth  Why worship is about more than religion  How one encounter with Jesus transformed an entire community The woman came to the well expecting water. She left with a new identity, new purpose, and a story that pointed others to Jesus. Because a real encounter with Jesus never leaves us the same. For the full gathering of this message which includes worship, visit our Youtube channel.   Stay Connected With Hillside Community Church. Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/c/HillsideCommunityChurch Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/hillsidechurches/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/hillsidechurches Website | https://hillsidechurches.com

    46 min

  5. May 3

    Rediscovering God’s Purpose for the Church - Aaron McRae

    Why do we go to church—and what is it actually for? In this message, Pastor Aaron McRae challenges a common, modern assumption: that church exists to meet our personal needs, preferences, and expectations. Instead, through Ephesians 3, we’re invited into something far bigger—God’s eternal, global purpose for His Church. This teaching reframes church from a place we attend to a mission we join. You’ll explore:  Why the Church is central to God’s plan in the world  What the “mystery” of the gospel reveals about unity and diversity  How the Church displays God’s wisdom—not just to people, but to spiritual realities  Why a consumer mindset toward church ultimately leaves us empty  How discovering your role in the Church leads to deeper purpose and meaning If you’ve ever felt disconnected, disappointed, or unsure about your place in church, this message will challenge and reorient your perspective. Because the Church isn’t built around us—  we’re invited into what God is already doing. Key Scriptures Covered:  Ephesians 3:8–11  Ephesians 4:11–13  1 Corinthians 12  Romans 12  Colossians 1:19–20  Colossians 2:15  Ephesians 1:19–21  Ephesians 6:12  1 Peter 1:10  Romans 8:28  2 Timothy 1:9–10Resources & References:  The Bible (NIV translation referenced throughout)  R. Kent Hughes — Ephesians John Stott — Teachings on the Church’s role in history and the gospelFor the full gathering of this message which includes worship, visit our Youtube channel.   Stay Connected With Hillside Community Church. Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/c/HillsideCommunityChurch Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/hillsidechurches/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/hillsidechurches Website | https://hillsidechurches.com

    38 min

  6. Apr 27

    New Heaven. New Earth. Real Hope. - Aaron McRae

    What if everything you’ve believed about heaven is incomplete? In this message we explore a powerful biblical truth: eternity isn’t about escaping earth—it’s about God restoring everything. Walking through Revelation 21 and the broader story of Scripture, Pastor Aaron McRae's teaching reframes how we think about heaven, the future, and our purpose right now. The Bible doesn’t end with destruction—it ends with renewal, restoration, and God dwelling with His people. If you’ve ever wondered what happens after we die—or how eternity connects to your life today—this teaching brings clarity, hope, and a bigger vision of God’s plan. God isn’t abandoning creation—He’s making everything new. Primary Scriptures: Revelation 21:1–5 Revelation 21:23 Revelation 22:3 Isaiah 11:6–9 Theological & Teaching References: Eugene Peterson — Reversed Thunder Darrell W. Johnson — Discipleship on the Edge Dallas Willard — teaching on eternity and human imagination John Burke — Imagine Heaven (near-death experience discussions) For the full gathering of this message which includes worship, visit our Youtube channel.   Stay Connected With Hillside Community Church. Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/c/HillsideCommunityChurch Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/hillsidechurches/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/hillsidechurches Website | https://hillsidechurches.com

    40 min

  7. Apr 20

    In the Light of Eternity - Woody Morwood

    What if your perspective on eternity could completely reshape how you handle disappointment, frustration, and conflict today? In this powerful message, Pastor Woody Morwood unpacks how a biblical understanding of eternity reframes our daily lives—moving us from despair to durable hope. Through key passages like Colossians 3, Romans 8, and 2 Corinthians 4, this teaching challenges us to lift our thinking beyond temporary struggles and anchor our lives in the eternal promises of God. You’ll discover:  Why hope declines when eternity is ignored How modern culture substitutes “manufactured hope” for real, lasting hope  What Scripture actually says about future glory and present suffering How to navigate frustration, disappointment, and relational conflict through an eternal lens  Why fixing your mind on what’s eternal changes everything about how you live right now This message is part of the What We Believe series and focuses on one central truth: When eternity shapes your perspective, hope becomes your foundation. If you’ve been feeling stuck, discouraged, or overwhelmed by life’s realities—this teaching will help you rediscover a hope that is firm, secure, and anchored in Jesus. Primary Scriptures:  Colossians 3:2  Ecclesiastes 3:11  1 Corinthians 2:6–10  Romans 8:18–25  2 Corinthians 4:16–18  Colossians 1:20–21  2 Corinthians 5:19  Hebrews 6:19–20  Ephesians 3:20–21 Quotes & Theological References:  C.S. Lewis — Mere Christianity Scot McKnight (theological commentary on heaven and eternity)For the full gathering of this message which includes worship, visit our Youtube channel.   Stay Connected With Hillside Community Church. Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/c/HillsideCommunityChurch Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/hillsidechurches/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/hillsidechurches Website | https://hillsidechurches.com

    38 min

  8. Apr 13

    What the Bible Actually Says About Eternity-Aaron McRae

    What do you actually believe about eternity? If honest, a lot of us have picked up ideas about heaven that aren’t really rooted in Scripture. Maybe it’s images of clouds and harps… or just the assumption that eternity is distant, unclear, or even uninteresting. But what if we’ve been missing something bigger? In this message, Pastor Aaron McRae wants to help us see that eternity isn’t just about what happens after we die—it’s about what God is doing through Jesus to restore all things. Looking at John 20 and the resurrection of Jesus, we begin to see a clearer picture: Eternity is not about escaping this world—it’s about the renewal of it. And at the center of it all is Jesus. As we walk through this, I want to challenge and encourage you to consider:  What does the Bible actually say about life after death?  Why does the resurrection matter for our future?  What does it mean that we will be with Jesus—and like Him?  How should our view of eternity shape how we live right now? Because when we see eternity clearly, it changes how we live today. Primary Passages:  John 20:24–29  1 Corinthians 15:20–23  Revelation 21:1–5  Revelation 22:3  Hebrews 9:27  Luke 23:43  2 Corinthians 5:8  Philippians 1:23  Romans 6:3–4 Additional Biblical References:  Genesis 1–2  Exodus 25–40  1 Kings 6–8  John 15:1–5  Romans 8:11  Matthew 6:10  Matthew 28:18For the full gathering of this message which includes worship, visit our Youtube channel.   Stay Connected With Hillside Community Church. Youtube | https://www.youtube.com/c/HillsideCommunityChurch Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/hillsidechurches/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/hillsidechurches Website | https://hillsidechurches.com

    38 min
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To see God's hope transform out cities one story at a time.. that is why we exist. Whether you are brand new to Church or you’ve been around for a while; we want to say welcome! Our goal is to create moments and opportunities for you to encounter God in the midst of your life. We want you to join us just as you are and experience the hope we have in Christ.

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    Hillside Community Church
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    2017 - 2026
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