What is your worldview — and where did it actually come from? Everyone lives by a story, but most people can’t explain what it is or where it leads. In this first message of our new 40-part series, “The Greatest Story Ever Told,” we open Genesis 1:1 and ask the most foundational question in the Bible: In the beginning, who is God, and who are we?

Life is hard either way — the question is which kind of hard you choose. In this message from Luke 9:23-25, Pastor Mike Woodruff unpacks what it really means to be a disciple of Jesus, why spiritual growth is a slow, farmer’s-patience process rather than a quick fix, and why the choices you make today determine the path you’re on a year from now. Drawing from Moses, Joshua, David, and Jesus’s own words, this sermon is a practical, honest challenge to stop drifting and choose the harder, better road — starting now.

When your week falls apart, where do you turn? In this message from our “Shaped” series, we explore Psalm 16 — a psalm of David that reveals how to find refuge, security, and lasting joy in God, even when circumstances feel completely out of control. Through personal stories of storms, stress, and uncertainty, this sermon shows how meditating on Scripture reshapes our hearts and instincts over time, not just in a single moment.

What do you do when you realize you can’t fix yourself? In this powerful message from Christ Church, worship leader Drew Gadsden shares his personal testimony of transformation and walks through Romans 1-5 to show how every person — religious or not — stands guilty before a holy God, and how two words change everything: “But God.” If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re too far gone for God’s grace, this sermon on Romans 5:8 is for you.

Why does a loving, all-powerful God allow suffering, pain, and evil in the world? This sermon explores the problem of evil through the story of Ananias in Acts 9 — a man asked by God to walk straight into danger — and shows how Paul, Jesus, and the Psalms all point to a deeper truth about suffering, trust, and God’s goodness. Includes a powerful personal testimony of loss and cancer diagnosis that shows what trusting God actually looks like in real life.

What if none of your regrets, mistakes, or hard seasons were wasted? In this message from our Shaped series, Pastor Luke unpacks 1 Corinthians 15:58 and explains why the resurrection of Jesus Christ is the hinge point of the Christian faith. Through personal stories about family, marriage, and mission work in Mexico, he shows what it looks like to stand firm in your beliefs and give your life fully to serving God — with the confidence that your labor in the Lord is never in vain.

What’s really keeping you from rest? In this message from our “Shaped” summer series, Pastor Josiah unpacks Matthew 11:25-30 and shows how pride keeps us striving for a peace we can never quite reach. Through honest stories — including a harrowing family emergency that changed how he sees this passage — he shows what it looks like to trade self-reliance for the rest only Jesus offers.

We often talk about forgiving others — but what about forgiving ourselves? In this final message of our six-week series on forgiveness, Pastor Mike Woodruff confronts the shame, regret, and guilt that keep so many people stuck. Drawing from Romans 7–8, John 21, and the contrasting stories of Peter and Judas, Mike reframes self-forgiveness not as a therapeutic exercise, but as a call to truly believe the Gospel — that in Christ, there is no condemnation. This isn’t just a sermon to listen to. It’s an invitation to make a decision and mark the moment.

Family relationships can be some of the greatest blessings in life—and some of the deepest sources of pain. In this Father’s Day message, Pastor Mike Woodruff explores the biblical call to forgive our parents, especially our fathers, even when the wounds run deep.

Forgiveness is one of the most misunderstood concepts in the Christian life — and one of the most demanding. In this message, we unpack what forgiveness actually is (and isn’t), why it’s a uniquely Christian calling rooted in the grace we’ve already received, and how to walk through it even when the hurt runs deep. Using the remarkable story of Holocaust survivor Corrie ten Boom, we explore what it looks like to forgive the unforgivable — not through willpower alone, but through the power of Christ working in us.

Is God calling you toward someone or something you’d rather avoid? In this message, speaker Jeff explores the story of Jonah — not as a simple “obey God” lesson, but as a profound journey into the tension between our sense of justice and God’s relentless, merciful character. Through the stories of a Romanian church planter reaching the Roma people, a Ghanaian pastor dismantling a centuries-old slave trade, and an Egyptian pastor who returned to danger after witnessing his father’s murder, we see what it looks like when ordinary people say yes to an uncomfortable call.

Are you carrying a grudge that’s weighing you down more than the offense deserves? In this message, Pastor Mike Woodruff explores what it looks like to become the kind of person who isn’t easily derailed by life’s everyday slights and wounds. Drawing from Proverbs 19, Proverbs 17, and James 1, he challenges us to move beyond simply choosing to forgive — and toward actually becoming people who are hard to offend. The path there runs straight through the gospel.

In this opening message of a six-week series on forgiveness, Pastor Mike Woodruff explores Luke 7:36-50—the story of a sinful woman who anoints Jesus’ feet at the home of Simon the Pharisee. Everyone in the room has been hurt, everyone has hurt others, and the Christian faith pivots on forgiveness. The central truth we start with is simple but life-changing: forgiven people forgive people. The question this passage puts to each of us is, “Which character are you—the woman who knows she’s been forgiven much, or the religious leader blind to his own need for grace?”

In a world where nearly 1 in 5 Americans experiences an anxiety disorder each year, why does anxiety keep rising even as our society grows more prosperous and safe? In this sermon from Philippians 4:4-9, we explore Paul’s counterintuitive answer: we were never designed to find lasting peace in our circumstances. Written from a prison cell, Paul gives us four commands—rejoice, be gentle, don’t be anxious, and think on what is true—that point us not to a method, but to a Person. Discover how reorienting your life around Christ can lead to the peace of God that transcends all understanding.

What does it look like to have a relationship with God so strong that it shapes every decision you make? In this Mother’s Day message from our Lake Forest campus, Pastor Paul Fowler walks through Judges 4 and the remarkable story of Deborah — a prophet, judge, and “mother in Israel” whose certainty in God stood in sharp contrast to the hesitation of those around her. Discover how Deborah’s example challenges us to examine whether our lives are being shaped more by our relationship with God or by the pull of the world.

In 1971, John Lennon invited the world to “imagine there’s no heaven.” More than fifty years later, that thought experiment has been run at continental scale — and the results are in. When the transcendent is removed, what fills the vacancy is not peace. In this final message of our journey through Revelation, Pastor Mike makes the case that we don’t need to imagine there’s no heaven — we need to live our lives shaped by the reality that there is.

In the second-to-last message of our journey through Revelation, we arrive at the climax that the entire Bible has been building toward — not just the seals and trumpets and bowls, but everything from Genesis 3 onward. What awaits those who are in Christ Jesus is better than we can imagine.

In Revelation 20:11-15, the apostle John describes the great white throne judgment—where the dead, great and small, stand before God and are judged according to what they have done. While this passage can feel sobering, the pastor explains that it is actually a gift. For those in Christ, judgment is not something to fear because their Savior sits on the throne. Knowing we will give an account motivates us to live faithfully, not out of anxiety but out of freedom.

In Revelation 20:1-10, Pastor Mike explores the highly debated topic of the millennium—the thousand-year binding of Satan. He walks through the three main Christian views (Premillennialism, Postmillennialism, and Amillennialism), urging humility and unity around what truly matters: evil is real but limited, Christ is already reigning, and God’s victory is certain. Christians are called not to fight evil with evil, but to follow the slain Lamb who absorbed evil without surrendering to it.

This Easter, Pastor Mike addresses a shifting cultural moment—moving from skepticism to a customized, privatized faith. While many now say “I believe,” few are fully surrendering to Jesus as Lord. Drawing from John 20, he shows that the resurrection isn’t just a miracle to admire but a mission to accept. The risen Jesus doesn’t merely comfort us—He claims us and sends us.

In this final message of our “Holy Habits” series, Pastor Mike Woodruff explores the two sacraments instituted by Christ—baptism and communion. Unlike the spiritual disciplines we’ve discussed throughout the series, the sacraments are not things we do for God but gifts He gives us to refocus us on the gospel. Walking through the “crimson thread” that runs from Genesis to the Last Supper, Pastor Mike shows how God has consistently pointed to the truth that sin is a capital offense, but an innocent substitute can die in the place of the guilty.

In this message from our “Holy Habits” series, Pastor Paul Fowler walks through Matthew 6, where Jesus delivers teaching on three core spiritual practices: giving to the needy, prayer, and fasting. Pastor Paul challenges us to examine what our habits reveal about what we truly love and value. Jesus warns against practicing righteousness for the approval of others, calling us instead to seek first the kingdom of God. When we shift our focus from earthly rewards to eternal treasure, we find freedom from anxiety and a deeper relationship with our heavenly Father.

In this message from our “Holy Habits” series, Pastor Mike Woodruff explores the spiritual discipline of silence and solitude. As citizens of two cities—the city of man and the city of God—we must be intentional about being shaped more by our heavenly citizenship than by the noise and distraction of our culture. In an attention economy where our minds are constantly captured by doom-scrolling, news, and entertainment, Pastor Mike points us to Jesus’ example of withdrawing to solitary places to pray. This is not a “day spa for the soul” but a intentional practice of quieting our hearts so we can hear the still, small voice of God.

In this message from our “Holy Habits” series, Pastor Mike Woodruff explores the foundational practices of reading, meditating on, and memorizing Scripture. In a world full of noise, rage-bait, and distraction, Pastor Mike makes the case that flooding our minds with God’s Word is the path to becoming more like Christ and experiencing the fruit of the Spirit that we all truly want: love, joy, peace, patience, and self-control.

In this message from our “Holy Habits” series, Lake Forest Campus Pastor Paul Fowler explores the spiritual discipline of confession. Drawing from Psalm 32, he reveals how confession—though often difficult—is a pathway to experiencing God’s radical love and moving forward in our faith. Pastor Paul contrasts the peace that comes from open confession with the weight of unconfessed sin, reminding us that we are not the heroes of our salvation story, but the villains who have been rescued by the true Hero, Jesus Christ.

As we begin the season of Lent—a time of reflection on our brokenness that led Christ to the cross—we launch a new six-week series called “Holy Habits.” This series is for anyone who has ever looked in the mirror and thought, “I thought I’d be better by now.” Using the powerful opening of Victor Hugo’s Les Misérables as a backdrop, we explore the difference between trying harder and truly growing. 

After the fall of Babylon and the laments of the world, the scene shifts to heaven, where a great multitude erupts in shouts of “Hallelujah!” This is not the sound of a war drum, but the chorus of a wedding. In this message, we explore the return of Christ, the meaning of the “wedding supper of the Lamb,” and why the long-awaited final battle is, in fact, no battle at all. Discover how the rich biblical imagery of engagement, preparation, and marriage reveals God’s deep love for His people and calls us to live with joyful anticipation, ready for the day the Groom returns.

In this message, we explore Revelation 18—a chapter of stark contrasts, sudden judgment, and ultimate hope. Moving beyond the “tale of two cities” between Paris and London, Scripture presents us with the ultimate choice between Babylon, the symbol of worldly power in rebellion against God, and the New Jerusalem, the bride of Christ. This passage reveals the true nature of evil: seductive, destructive, and ultimately self-consuming. Discover why evil’s collapse is always sudden, why many are misled by its allure, and how our hope is anchored not in an explanation for evil, but in God’s incarnate victory over it through Jesus Christ.

In this week’s sermon, Associate Campus Pastor Dustin Hacker continues our deep dive into the Book of Revelation, tackling one of its most complex and symbolic chapters: Revelation 17. We encounter the startling vision of “the great prostitute” riding a beast—a passage filled with ancient political critique and profound spiritual insight. Far from being just a historical puzzle, this chapter acts as a mirror for our world today, revealing how all earthly power in rebellion against God seduces and ultimately destroys. We explore what “Babylon” represents, how evil works deceptively through systems, and where we might be tempted by its allure. 

Why do we gather on a cold, snowy morning? Out of habit, for community, or in desperation? Perhaps we come to worship—but often, we envision a God without sharp edges. In this week’s challenging yet crucial message, we confront a difficult biblical reality: the wrath and judgment of God. Continuing our study in Revelation, we reach chapters 15-16—the pouring out of the seven bowls of God’s final wrath. This isn’t a picture of a capricious, angry deity, but of a holy and loving God whose settled opposition to evil is an extension of His justice. We explore why judgment is not only justified but necessary, and how it points us directly to the mercy found at the cross of Christ.

In this week’s sermon, we continue our journey through the Book of Revelation, arriving at the pivotal chapter 14. After the dark imagery of the Dragon and the Beasts, the scene shifts to heaven to offer a stunning contrast and a clear, urgent choice. In a world overflowing with endless options and confusion, this passage cuts through the noise: there are only two teams—Team Lamb and Team Dragon. We explore the “eternal gospel” proclaimed by angels, the fall of Babylon, the final harvest, and the sobering reality of God’s judgment.

In this week’s sermon, we continue our deep dive into the Book of Revelation, arriving at the challenging and often misunderstood chapter 13. Here, the veil is pulled back to reveal the spiritual forces at work in our world. We explore the “unholy trinity”—the Dragon, the Beast from the sea, and the Beast from the earth—and what they reveal about the nature of evil, power, and deception.

Happy New Year! As we step into a fresh year with new energy and hopes to grow, Pastor dives into the story of Philip and Nathanael in John 1 to show us that spiritual growth isn’t accidental—it’s intentional. Whether you’re searching for God or ready to help someone else find Him, this sermon outlines the clear next step Jesus has for you.

In this special Advent message, we step away from our Revelation series to dive deep into one of the most famous pieces of music in history: the Hallelujah Chorus from Handel’s Messiah. But is it just a Christmas song? Discover the surprising story, profound theology, and “defiant hope” embedded in this masterpiece.

In the middle of Revelation’s epic visions, we find a shocking and dramatic Christmas story. Far from a cozy manger scene, Revelation Chapter 12 pulls back the curtain to reveal a cosmic war erupting at the birth of Christ. Who is the mysterious woman? Who is the terrifying dragon? And what does this celestial battle mean for us today?

In this special Advent installment of our series “The King is Coming,” Pastor Paul Fowler guides us through Revelation 10-11. Amidst the complex imagery of scrolls, witnesses, and trumpets, we discover a powerful, dual-natured message for today: the sweet hope of God’s coming Kingdom and the sour reality of impending judgment. This passage challenges us to examine our expectations of God and calls us to live in urgent, faithful preparation for the return of the King.

This week, we continued our series in the Book of Revelation, diving into chapters 8 and 9. In a passage that depicts intense imagery of divine warning and judgment, Pastor Mike reminds us that the ultimate purpose of Revelation is not to give us a secret code about the future, but to pull back the curtain on spiritual reality. It’s a call to live with hope and faithfulness today, in light of God’s certain victory tomorrow.

In a world filled with personal, global, and spiritual disappointments, it’s easy to feel stuck, discouraged, or even trapped—like John the Baptist in his prison cell. When our circumstances don’t match our expectations of God, we are faced with a critical choice: will we interpret Jesus through our circumstances, or will we interpret our circumstances through the lens of who Jesus is?

In this powerful and challenging message from our “The Throne & The Storm” series on Revelation, we dive into the often-misunderstood and dark imagery of Revelation Chapter 6. As the Lamb breaks the seals on God’s scroll, we are confronted with the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and the reality of God’s unfolding judgment. In a world that often feels like it’s spinning into chaos, this passage reveals a profound truth: God is still on the throne, and Jesus is the only one worthy to execute His ultimate plan.

Dear Church, what is the ultimate reality behind our chaotic world? In this powerful message, we turn the corner in the Book of Revelation and are ushered into the throne room of heaven. Chapters 4 and 5 pull back the curtain to reveal the “war council” of the universe, where we see who is truly in control. We discover that the answer to the world’s crisis is not a ferocious lion, but a slaughtered Lamb—the only one worthy to execute God’s ultimate plan. 

Dear Church, what does it mean to be a “lukewarm” Christian, and why does it provoke such a strong reaction from Jesus? In this concluding message of our look at the seven letters in Revelation, we examine the sobering performance review Jesus gives to the wealthy, self-sufficient church in Laodicea. They believed they were rich, successful, and in need of nothing, but Jesus reveals the shocking truth: their comfortable, complacent faith made Him want to “spit them out of His mouth.” This powerful sermon challenges us to move beyond a faith of mere reputation and into a life of earnest, all-in commitment to Christ.

In a world full of instability, economic hardship, and persecution, where can we find the strength to remain faithful? In this message, we explore Jesus’s letter to the church in Philadelphia. Though they had “little strength,” they endured patiently and held fast to Christ’s name. Jesus meets them in their weakness with profound promises: He holds the keys, He opens doors no one can shut, and He will honor their perseverance for all eternity. 

Dear Church, what happens when a church has a reputation for being alive, but Jesus says it’s dead? In this powerful message from our “Dear Church” series, we explore Jesus’s startling letter to the church in Sardis. This was a church resting on its laurels, known for its vibrant faith but spiritually asleep at the wheel. With a history of being conquered due to a lack of watchfulness, Sardis serves as a urgent warning for us today. Jesus’s command is simple and direct: “Wake up!” This sermon is a call to examine our hearts, move beyond the appearance of faith, and run the race of faithfulness to the very end.

In this message from our “Dear Church” series, we dive into the longest of the seven letters: Jesus’s message to the church in Thyatira. This church was praised for its growing love, faith, and perseverance, yet was sternly warned for tolerating a “Jezebel”—a false teaching that led God’s people into idolatry and immorality. This challenging passage reveals a Jesus who sees all, disciplines those He loves, and offers a profound hope as the “Morning Star” to those who hold on in the darkness.

Dear Church, how can a church be willing to die for its faith but still need a serious warning from Jesus? In this message from our “Dear Church” series, we examine Jesus’s letter to the church in Pergamum—a church that held fast under the threat of martyrdom but tolerated false teaching and immorality within its own walls. They kept the world out but let a “Trojan Horse” of compromise inside. This sermon challenges us to look inward, repent of the sin we tolerate, and reclaim the call to be a faithful, hopeful people in a decaying culture.

Dear Church, what does it look like to be a faithful church in the midst of poverty, slander, and suffering? In this message, we explore Jesus’s letter to the church in Smyrna—one of only two churches that receives no rebuke. While they were afflicted, poor, and facing prison, Jesus calls them “rich.” Through the powerful historical example of Polycarp, we learn that courage is contagious and that our perspective in suffering changes everything when we know the final outcome. 

Dear Church, what happens when a church does all the right things but loses the main thing? In this powerful message from our “Dear Church” series, we dive into Jesus’s letter to the church in Ephesus in Revelation 2. This was a church known for its hard work, sound doctrine, and endurance—yet Jesus had one crucial thing against them: they had abandoned their first love. Join us as we explore this urgent warning and the path to rekindling a passionate love for God that defines everything we do.

In this powerful message, we continue our series in the Book of Revelation, discovering a vision of Jesus that is anything but small. This is not the humble Jesus of the Gospels, but the glorified, cosmic Christ—the King of Kings who holds the keys to death and hell. In the midst of chaos, this sermon offers a profound call to trust in His ultimate authority, to be the church in a hurting world, and to find our hope not in the events of the day, but in the One who has already won the victory.

Welcome to our new series diving into the Book of Revelation! After 35 years, Pastor Mike is finally tackling this often-misunderstood book of the Bible. In this introductory message, he shares why he’s come to see Revelation not as a source of anxiety, but as a profound source of hope, resilience, and a powerful revelation of Jesus Christ. Join us as we begin to pull back the curtain on this incredible letter.

What if you were given two extra hours every day? How would you spend that time? In this final message of our Restart series, Pastor Paul Fowler challenges us to examine what we truly value by looking at Jesus’ powerful Parable of the Hidden Treasure and the Pearl of Great Price (Matthew 13:44-46). This parable isn’t a gentle story—it’s a spiritual grenade designed to shake our priorities and restart our minds around what is truly of eternal value.

What does it mean to be successful? In this powerful and challenging message, we dive into the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30). This isn’t a gentle story; it’s a spiritual bomb designed to shatter our assumptions about ownership, success, and our ultimate accountability to God. Jesus makes it clear that everything we have is on loan, and a perfect audit is coming. Are you investing what God has entrusted to you, or are you burying it in the ground?

In this heartfelt message, we explore Jesus’ Parable of the Lost Sheep (Luke 15:1-7). Just like a shepherd leaves the 99 to search for the one lost sheep, God relentlessly pursues you—no matter how far you’ve wandered. This parable shatters religious pride, exposes our deep need for grace, and reveals the overwhelming joy in heaven when even one person turns back to God.

In this powerful message, we dive into Jesus’ famous Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37). What starts as a simple question—“Who is my neighbor?”—turns into a radical call to love beyond boundaries, serve sacrificially, and recognize that everyone is our neighbor. Through this parable, Jesus not only exposes our biases and excuses but also reveals Himself as the ultimate Good Samaritan who rescues us when we were broken and left for dead.

In this powerful conclusion to our Walking in the Light series, Pastor Paul Fowler explores 1 John 5, revealing how we can live with eternal confidence in Christ. Discover how the Holy Spirit testifies to the truth, how we can know we have eternal life, and how this assurance shapes our daily vision and purpose.

Welcome to this week’s sermon at Christ Church! In this message, our Student Pastor Luke Babbe dives into 1 John 4, exploring what it means to live as children of God—marked by truth, confidence, and love. Drawing from personal stories and Scripture, we learn how to guard against deception, overcome fear, and walk in obedience through God’s love.

Welcome to today’s sermon from 1 John 2:18–3:10, where we explore what it means to truly live as children of God. In this message, we’ll unpack how abiding in Christ transforms us, helps us grow in righteousness, and empowers us to live for Him in a world full of distractions and false teachings.

Welcome to today’s sermon! In this message, we dive into 1 John 2, exploring the powerful connection between our love for God and how we live our lives. Pastor Syler Thomas unpacks key truths about obedience, temptation, and the transformative power of God’s love. If you’ve ever struggled with the gap between what you believe and how you act, this sermon is for you.

In this powerful message, Pastor Paul Fowler explores what it means to walk by faith and not by sight, especially when facing life’s uncertainties. Drawing from Scripture, he reminds us that God’s plans are greater than our fears and challenges us to trust Him fully—even when the path ahead isn’t clear.

In this final installment of our Rise: Psalms of Ascent series, Pastor Mike explores Psalm 134—a powerful call to worship that reveals how blessing God leads to our own flourishing.

In a world filled with chaos, stress, and unrest, how do we find true peace? In this heartfelt message, we explore Psalm 131—a short but profound psalm that teaches us how to quiet our anxious hearts and rest in God like a weaned child in its mother’s arms.

In this powerful message, we dive into Psalm 128 to explore what it truly means to live a blessed life. In a world filled with fear, uncertainty, and distractions, the Bible offers a countercultural answer: the fear of the Lord leads to true blessing, obedience, and lasting peace.

On this Pentecost Sunday—the 2,000-year “birthday” of the Church—we reflect on Psalm 130, a powerful psalm for those feeling overwhelmed by guilt, shame, or life’s struggles. Whether you’re burdened by personal failures, anxiety about the future, or the chaos of the world, this psalm offers hope in God’s mercy and redemption.

In this powerful message, Pastor Paul Fowler explores Psalm 123 from our Psalms of Ascent series, guiding us to discover where our true identity and hope lie.

In this message, Pastor Cory dives deep into the transformative power of two simple yet profound words: “But God.” These words remind us that no matter our circumstances, God is greater, and His mercy changes everything.

In a world where trust is declining—in institutions, leaders, and even each other—where do we place our confidence? Psalm 120 gives us a raw and honest look at what it means to trust God when we’re under attack, lied about, or surrounded by conflict.

In this special message, we acknowledge the highs and lows that come with this day and dive into Psalm 127, a powerful Psalm of Ascent that speaks to the meaning of life, work, rest, and family. In a world of rapid change, uncertainty, and personal struggles, how do we anchor our lives in God’s truth? Join us as we explore timeless biblical wisdom for navigating life’s challenges with faith and trust in the Lord.

In this message from the Rise series, we explore Psalm 122, a song of pilgrimage celebrating the joy of gathering to worship God in Jerusalem. Just as ancient Israelites journeyed to the temple, we are reminded that the church is God’s dwelling place today—a community called to worship Him above all else.

In this opening message of the Rise series, Pastor Paul Fowler explores Psalm 121, a “Song of Ascent” traditionally sung by pilgrims journeying to Jerusalem. This psalm reminds us that life is an uphill climb, but we have a Helper who never sleeps—God Himself.

In this powerful message, Pastor Dustin explores how Jesus reveals humanity’s true deepest need through three key scenes in Mark chapter 3. While many today, like tech entrepreneur Brian Johnson, believe defeating death is humanity’s greatest need, Jesus shows us something far more fundamental.

Join us as Pastor Ben Dockery takes us on an unusual “reverse drive-thru” journey through five controversial encounters in Mark’s Gospel, each revealing a different aspect of Jesus’s divine authority. Using a creative analogy from a backwards ice cream run with his family, Pastor Ben unpacks how these controversies help answer the fundamental question: Who is Jesus?

Join us as Pastor Syler Thomas explores the profound questions of life and faith through the lens of Kacey Musgraves’ song “The Architect” and Mark chapter 1. This sermon kicks off our new series on the Gospel of Mark, examining Jesus’ first public message and what it means for us today.

In this powerful message, Pastor Drew Gadsden shares personal stories and biblical insights about what it truly means to love God with all your heart. Drawing from his own transformation journey, Pastor Drew challenges us to examine what’s really in our hearts as we enter 2025. Through candid examples from his social media history and personal experiences, he demonstrates how God can transform even the most distant heart into one that fully loves and trusts Him.

Join Pastor Ben Dockery as he explores the profound story of Simeon and Anna encountering baby Jesus at the temple, and what their experiences teach us about finding true satisfaction for our souls. Drawing from Luke 2, Pastor Ben examines how these two witnesses recognized the promised salvation and found deep contentment in God’s faithfulness.

In this sermon, Pastor Mike explores the Annunciation – the moment when the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary announcing she would give birth to Jesus. Through examining how the original readers would have understood Luke’s account, we discover profound insights about God’s nature and what true surrender looks like.

In this powerful Advent message, we explore the story of Joseph (of the Old Testament) and how his response to betrayal and suffering mirrors Christ’s ultimate example. During this season of waiting and anticipation, Joseph’s story teaches us valuable lessons about forgiveness, perspective, and trusting God’s bigger plan.

In a world of instant gratification and high-speed everything, Pastor Paul reminds us why we need Advent – a season of intentional waiting and patience. Drawing from Abraham’s story of waiting for God’s promises, this message explores how waiting shapes our faith and character.