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  1. Mar 31

    Who Do You Say Jesus Is? | The Great Commission

    On Palm Sunday, the crowds shouted “Hosanna!” but just days later, many of those same voices cried, “Crucify Him.” What changed? In this powerful message, we walk through Matthew 16 and Matthew 21 to explore one of the most important questions ever asked: “Who do you say that I am?” From Peter's bold confession to the crowd's misunderstanding, we see how easy it is to miss who Jesus truly is, even when He shows us clearly. This sermon unpacks: • How God reveals Himself through His Word • The difference between who people say Jesus is vs. who He actually is • Why Jesus came as a King—but not the kind people expected • The danger of shaping Jesus around our own agenda • The personal question every one of us must answer Jesus isn't just a prophet, a teacher, or a good man. He is the Messiah, the Son of the living God. The question is: will we recognize Him for who He truly is? As we reflect on Palm Sunday and look toward Easter, this message challenges us to move beyond surface-level belief and into a real, personal understanding of Jesus.

  2. Mar 24

    An Invitation, Not a Burden | The Great Commission

    What if sharing your faith wasn't a heavy obligation, but an incredible invitation? In this message from Matthew 28, we unpack the true heart behind the Great Commission. God's mission isn't dependent on us, but He lovingly invites us to be part of what He's already doing in the world. From powerful stories of missionaries to the reality of billions who have never heard the name of Jesus, this sermon challenges us to see the mission clearly—and respond. We explore: • The goal of the mission: God's glory • The scope of the mission: reaching the nations • The steps we take: pray, grow, go, and give No matter where you are in your faith, this message calls you to one simple starting point: say yes to Jesus. Because the question isn't if God's work will be done… It's whether you want to be part of it.

  3. Mar 17

    Staying Focused on God’s Mission | The Great Commission

    In this message from Acts 8, we are reminded that following Jesus often requires stepping outside our comfort zone and into God's mission. The early church experienced incredible growth, but it also faced conflict, persecution, and scattering. Yet instead of stopping the spread of the gospel, those hardships actually propelled it forward. Through the story of the early believers, we learn three powerful truths: sometimes things get worse before they get better, God uses where we are scattered to spread His message, and we are often called to go where it feels uncomfortable. Just like the believers in Acts, we are not victims of our circumstances; we are seeds planted by God to bring the hope of Jesus wherever we go. This sermon challenges us to shift our mindset from comfort to mission. The church was never meant to be a place where we simply consume; it's a place where we are equipped to serve, reach others, and boldly share the gospel. If you've ever felt hesitant to step out in faith or share the hope of Jesus with others, this message will encourage and challenge you to trust God with the uncomfortable places He may be calling you to go. Scripture: Acts 8:1–5

  4. Mar 12

    The Great Commission

    In this message, The Great Commission, we explore Jesus' final command to His followers in Matthew 28:19–20 to go and make disciples of all nations. This sermon challenges believers to see the Great Commission not as a distant mission reserved for pastors or missionaries, but as a calling for every follower of Christ. Sharing the gospel begins with love, flows through our everyday lives, and starts with the people closest to us. Through Scripture and practical application, this message reminds us that our homes, workplaces, friendships, and communities are all mission fields. Disciple-making isn't meant to be an occasional event; it's a lifestyle lived “as we are going” through our daily routines. When we pray for others, share our testimony, speak the truth of the gospel, and invite people into Christian community, we participate in God's mission to reach the world. Ultimately, The Great Commission calls us to respond like Isaiah: “Here I am, Lord, send me.” Each believer has influence in places others may never reach, and God invites us to faithfully use that influence to bring the hope of Christ to those around us.

  5. 12/09/2025

    Refocus Your Heart: Why Worship Changes Everything

    We all worship something. The question is what, or who. Discover how worship reorients your life, reveals God's truth, reshapes your identity, and empowers you to love others. This message is especially for anyone feeling overwhelmed, distracted, or searching for clarity.

  6. 12/03/2025

    When the Bell Rings: Trusting God Through Change

    This sermon uses the fable “Belling the Cat” as an entry point into a larger conversation about transition, uncertainty, and courage. With honesty, warmth, and biblical depth, the message reminds the church that our confidence isn't in any one pastor, but in Christ alone. Drawing from passages in 1 Corinthians, Matthew 16, and John 14–15, the sermon emphasizes three truths: our hope is not in a man, God is still working, and the church will continue to thrive. As the congregation navigates the departure of their pastor, the message encourages abiding in Christ, maintaining unity, praying for all involved, and stepping boldly forward with trust that Jesus is building His church, an unstoppable force even in seasons of change.

  7. 11/25/2025

    Rooted in Christ: Gratitude, Growth, and God’s Unchanging Faithfulness

    This sermon invites us to reflect on the many ways God shapes our lives as individuals and as a church. Emphasizing Paul's teachings on contentment, unity, and spiritual resilience, it highlights how Jesus strengthens us in our past, anchors us in the present, and gives us hope for the future. Through stories of flexibility, generosity, open-armed hospitality, and shared mission, we're reminded that our foundation has always been—and must remain- Jesus alone. Even in seasons of transition, we can walk forward with confidence, letting our roots grow deeper in Him and allowing gratitude to transform our perspective and purpose.

  8. 11/18/2025

    Why I’m Grateful for Jesus

    This message invites us into the heart of November, a season marked by gratitude, with a reminder of the One we should be most thankful for: Jesus. Drawing from passages across Scripture, this sermon explores three powerful reasons for this gratitude. First, we see that Jesus is the fulfillment of prophecy, the One foretold from Genesis to Isaiah to Daniel, proof that God always keeps His promises. Second, Jesus stands as the ultimate demonstration of God's love, the One who died for us “while we were still sinners,” revealing a love not earned but freely given. Finally, Jesus offers the guarantee of eternal life, a gift He secures, sustains, and protects, promising that no one can snatch us from His hand. Through humor, practical examples, and rich biblical teaching, this sermon reminds us that if Jesus is what we cling to, pursue, and love above all, we will discover a life more abundant than we ever imagined.

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  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
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