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This sermon explores the concept of authority from a Christian perspective, delving into its true nature as a God-given moral right to make choices rather than mere power. It examines the purpose of authority as a means to participate in God's creative ordering process, encouraging listeners to use their authority wisely to foster growth and flourishing in their spheres of influence. The sermon al...

Join us for the final episode of our "Hold the Line" series as we unpack Jude’s powerful benediction in verses 24-25.

Join us for this week’s installment of "Hold the Line," where we dive into Jude 17-23, exploring how believers can steadfastly defend their faith, counter false teachings, and extend mercy to those in doubt, all while staying true to God's unwavering truth.

Will you hold the line? Join us as we continue in our series walking through the book of Jude and explore the urgency of defending the faith.

Will you hold the line? Join us as we launch our new series walking through the book of Jude and explore the urgency of defending the faith.

Three powerful metaphors the Bible uses to describe the Church: The People of God, The Body of Christ and The Temple of the Holy Spirit.

Join Servant Leader Nick Rozema as he unpacks Matthew 5:43-48, and closes this sermon series covering the Sermon on the Mount, delving into its radical call to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us.

Continue with us in our series on the Gospel according to Matthew, as Pastor Jon delves into how Jesus challenges us to walk a revolutionary path during times of conflict.

Explore truthful communication with Servant Leader Nick Rozema, where we delve into Matthew 5:32-37 and the importance of integrity and honesty in our words.

Listen to the next sermon in our series on the Sermon on the Mount.

This sermon explores Matthew 5:27-30, where Jesus teaches that true adherence to the law against adultery involves not just actions but the purity of our thoughts and desires. We'll discuss Jesus' call for drastic measures to combat internal sins, emphasizing respect and self-giving love in relationships, aligning us closer to God’s vision for humanity.

A series that looks at the 6 explanations of Jesus' statement, "I have not come to abolish the law and the prophets, but to fulfill them."

What was the purpose of the resurrection? How about the proof? The power? Listen now to our Easter Sunday sermon by Pastor Jon.

Walk through the story of the prodigal son and see the glory of the Gospel illustrated in this heart-moving parable.

The temptation of Jesus in the wilderness connects his life and work to deep themes of the Old Testament. Join Pastor Jon as we explore Luke 4:1-13.

Pastor Jon preaches a message on salvation, continuing in our series, Ashes: The Glory of the Gospel.

In this sermon we delve into the meaning of justice. Listen as we explore how to embody true justice and compassion in our everyday actions, aligning more closely with God's character & His desires for humanity.

One of our Village worship leaders, Ben Weaver, brings today's message from Psalm 8, titled, "Ashes: The Image of God".

Join us for this week's sermon of "Ashes - The Glory of the Gospel" where we embark on a Lenten journey through death's shadow to uncover the hope of resurrection as promised in 1 Corinthians 15:50-57. Today's podcast is brought to you by Village in Sacramento, CA. If you've enjoyed listening, and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry to "Bring the Gospel to Life" , you can do...

Hear this special message, preached at our Ash Wednesday service, to kick off the season of Lent. Today's podcast is brought to you by Village in Sacramento, CA. If you've enjoyed listening, and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry to "Bring the Gospel to Life" , you can do so by visiting https://www.sacvillage.org/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

Pastor Jon's message, based on 2 Corinthians 9:6-11, highlights the importance of giving generously and joyfully, in line with God's overflowing grace. We are reminded to trust in God's endless provision and to mirror Jesus' selfless generosity, emphasizing that true giving springs from a cheerful heart. Today's podcast is brought to you by Village in Sacramento, CA. If you've enjoyed listening, a...

In this sermon titled "Who Serves?!," Pastor Jon dives into Ephesians 4:7-16, exploring the theme of spiritual gifts and the significance of serving within the body of Christ. Just as every muscle group requires attention for a body to grow and strengthen, every Christian is called to serve using their God-enabled gifting to foster unity, maturity, and love among the new people of God. Serving is...

In this episode, we explore "Who Cares?" - a sermon based on Ephesians 4:1-6, which challenges the traditional view of pastoral care. Emphasizing a communal approach, it urges every church member to actively participate in caring for one another. The sermon highlights virtues like humility, gentleness, patience, and love, essential for a thriving Christian community. This message reframes care in...

Listen as Pastor Jon talks about the gift & Giver of life. Today's podcast is brought to you by Village in Sacramento, CA. If you've enjoyed listening, and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry to "Bring the Gospel to Life" , you can do so by visiting https://www.sacvillage.org/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

Unity and equality are found in Christ, challenging societal norms and calling believers to embody the Gospel of shared sonship in the household of God. Today's podcast is brought to you by Village in Sacramento, CA. If you've enjoyed listening, and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry to "Bring the Gospel to Life" , you can do so by visiting https://www.sacvillage.org/give a...