the Vine with Chris Green C. Christopher Green

In this powerful message, we are reminded of the profound unity we share as believers in Christ. Despite our differences, we are bound together by the seven 'ones': one body, one Spirit, one hope, one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and one God and Father of all. Just as marriage takes effort, so does maintaining the unity of the church. We must lean on these unifying truths, especially when the effort feels overwhelming. The message also highlights how God's grace enhances our unique identities and gifts. We are called to use these gifts, such as those of apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers, to equip and build up the church in love. As we grow together in Christ, we experience the fullness of life and love that can only be found in Him.

Will you have Him - all of Him?

In this powerful sermon, Chris reminds us that when we invite Jesus into our hearts, He doesn't come in pieces. We can't take only the parts of Him we like and ignore the rest. 

No, when Christ enters our lives, He comes to take up residence on the throne at the very center. He brings ALL of His power and ALL of His love. Power to heal and transform beyond what we can imagine. Love that surpasses knowledge - a relentless, undeserved, unconditional love. 

But we often resist surrendering full control, letting fear or unbelief hold us back from experiencing the incredible fullness of life with Him.

Listen in as we take a momentary pause from our journey through Ephesians to shine a light on the cornerstone of wisdom found in the sayings of Proverbs 31, honoring the essence of womanhood and motherhood. In the heartwarming spirit of Forrest Gump's mom, we explore the sage advice given to King Lemuel, celebrating the noble character that defines a virtuous woman. From her industrious nature to her generosity and wisdom, we unravel the attributes that make her more precious than jewels, discussing the profound impact such a woman has on her family and community.

As we unpack the unique beauty and role of femininity in society, we confront and dispel the restrictive stereotypes that often confine women, emphasizing that the traits of a Proverbs 31 woman stem from a life saturated in divine love.

Ever misinterpreted a text message because you can’t hear the person’s tone? Today we take a closer look at the Apostle Paul and ask the question, have we been reading him wrong this whole time? Join us in a thought-provoking discussion that challenges traditional interpretations and secular critiques, shedding new light on the divine inspiration of the Bible. Tune in to rediscover the transformative power of Scripture through timeless wisdom that is both written by man and yet fully “God-breathed”.

Discover just how the cross of Christ shapes the community of faith - the "once far off but now brought near" people of Christ. The cross bridges the gap between individual faith and the fellowship of other believers. This sermon promises to reshape your understanding of what it means to be part of God's family, to navigate diversity, and to live as a testament to Christ's unifying peace. Together, let's explore the tapestry of our Christian identity, woven through grace and welcome, and envision ourselves as living stones in the divine house God is building.

Step out of the shadows and into the light as we journey further together through the transformative message of Ephesians. Imagine being awakened from a deep slumber to a vibrant life that's brimming with hope and purpose—that's the essence of the resurrection life that Apostle Paul vividly paints for us in chapter two. We've been profoundly moved by the shift from spiritual death to an existence pulsating with resurrection life, and it's a path littered with 'but God' moments that turn our despair into joy. This isn't about climbing a moral ladder but rather being raised from the grave of our old selves into a new creation.

Hold tight to your seats as we reflect on the radical concept of grace—a theme that inherently defies the notion of self-made salvation. It's not the fruit of our labor but a heavenly gift that we embrace through simple faith. Together, we marvel at the beautiful paradox of grace: though it requires nothing of us, it empowers us to do everything. This sermon is an invitation to experience the profound impact of living under the umbrella of God's unyielding grace, as we pray to root ourselves firmly in the epic adventure He's charted out for us. Join us, and let your heart be transformed.