Faith and Victory Church Auburn Sermons

What happens between the promise God gives and the moment it comes to pass? In this powerful message, Crystal Krachunis teaches that God's promises are not only meant to bless us—they are designed to refine us. Looking at Abraham and Sarah in Genesis 18, we discover that the waiting season is often God's crucible, where faith is tested, character is shaped, and our trust in the Promise-Giver grows...

Podcast Summary In “Faith That Endures,” Pastor Matt Krachunis teaches from Hebrews 11, showing that true faith believes God’s promises before they become visible. Faith begins when God speaks, but it does not stop at belief. Real faith obeys before it sees, endures through suffering, and holds on to God’s promise even when the waiting season is long. Pastor Matt walks through the heroes of faith...

In “Feelings, Thoughts, and Actions,” Pastor Jay Alexander teaches from Genesis 17:15–27, where God tells Abraham that Sarah will bear a son named Isaac. Abraham is 99, Sarah is 90, and the promise seems impossible from a human perspective. Yet this passage shows how Abraham responded to God through his feelings, thoughts, and actions. Pastor Jay begins with Abraham’s feelings. Abraham laughed whe...

In “A Common Thing,” Pastor Matt Krachunis teaches from Hebrews 10:26–39, giving a sober warning about drifting from Christ and treating the covenant as common. Hebrews has already shown that Jesus is better than the old covenant system, the priesthood, and every sacrifice that came before Him. Because of that, believers must not go back, draw back, or look for another way to be made right with Go...

In “Some Things Must Be Cut Off,” Pastor Kevin Mugi teaches from Genesis 17:9–14, where God gives Abraham the sign of circumcision as part of His covenant. Up to this point, God has been declaring what He will do: He will establish the covenant, make Abraham fruitful, give descendants, give land, and be their God. But in verse 9, God says, “As for you,” showing that covenant relationship also requ...

In “The Work is Great,” Pastor Matt Krachunis teaches from 1 Chronicles 29:1–16 during Faith and Victory Church’s anniversary celebration. Looking at David’s charge to Israel before the building of the temple, Pastor Matt reminds the church that the work is great because it belongs to God, not man. This sermon reflects on the faith it took for Faith and Victory Church to continue for 23 years. Pas...

In “I Will Give You a New Name,” Pastor Crystal Krachunis teaches from Genesis 17:1–8, where God changes Abram’s name to Abraham and reveals the covenant promise that would shape generations. This sermon reminds believers that when God gives someone a new name, He is declaring a new identity, a new purpose, and a new future. Pastor Crystal walks through biblical examples of name changes, including...

How do we raise a generation that loves Jesus and walks in truth? In this message, Pastor Matt Krachunis teaches that raising godly children is not just the responsibility of parents—it is the assignment of the entire church. Drawing from Psalm 78:4–7, this sermon explores the biblical value of children, the importance of godly example, creating a Christ-centered home, loving discipline, consisten...

Pastor Lashund Lambert preaches from 1 Samuel 21:10-15, examining David’s fear before Achish, king of Gath. David was already anointed and known by his enemies, yet fear caused him to forget who God had called him to be. In this message, Pastor Lambert teaches that fear pushes believers toward compromise, while praise redirects the heart toward God’s power and deliverance. Freedom requires repenta...

In this sermon, “You’ve Got It So Good!”, we look at Hebrews 10:1–18 and the incredible access believers now have to God through Jesus Christ. Under the old covenant, sacrifices had to be offered again and again, but they could never fully cleanse people from sin. The old system was fragile, incomplete, and dependent on human effort. But Jesus came as the perfect sacrifice, offered once for all ti...

Pastor Erik Naylor shares how God sustained his family and church through the Lahaina fire before teaching from Acts 4:23–31. When Peter and John were threatened, the early church gathered to pray, worshiping God as sovereign and asking not for ease, but for boldness to keep proclaiming Christ. This message challenges believers to pray together, pray from Scripture, seek God’s face above His gifts...

In “After This the Judgment,” Pastor Matt Krachunis teaches from Hebrews 9:16–28, reminding believers that life is fragile, death is certain, and every person will one day stand before Christ. This message explains that Jesus died once for all to secure forgiveness, salvation, and the promised inheritance of the new covenant. Pastor Matt calls listeners to live with eternity in view, repent while...

In “Love’s Greatest Enemy,” Chaplain Major (RET) Clifford Nueman teaches from 1 Corinthians 13:1–13, reminding believers that spiritual gifts, sacrifice, service, and religious activity mean nothing without the love of Christ. He identifies selfishness as one of love’s greatest enemies, challenging the church to love beyond wounds, anger, fear, preferences, and comfort. This message points to Jesu...

In “How Much More,” Pastor Matt Krachunis teaches from Hebrews 9:1–15, showing that the old covenant system could cleanse outwardly but could not fully cleanse the conscience. Christ entered the true heavenly Most Holy Place with His own blood, securing access to God, forgiveness from guilt and shame, and a clean conscience before the Lord. This message calls believers to stop relying on outward r...

In “This Is The Main Point,” Pastor Matt Krachunis teaches from Hebrews 8:1–13, showing that Jesus did not improve the old covenant, He replaced it with a better covenant built on better promises. Through Christ, believers now have direct access to God, complete forgiveness, a new heart, a new identity, and mercy that changes how they live. This message challenges us to stop living by empty religi...

Pastor Chris Knight preaches from 1 Peter 1:1-9 on being born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. This message reminds believers that worldly hopes can fail, but the inheritance kept by God is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading. Even through trials, genuine faith is refined, guarded by God’s power, and anchored in the salvation of our souls.

Jesus isn’t just a priest—He is the Perfect Priest. His sacrifice was once and for all, and He still intercedes for you today. The only right response is full surrender. What’s holding you back from complete devotion? 🌐 faithandvictory.com

In this sermon from Genesis 16, Pastor Kevin Mugi shares the story of Hagar and her encounter with “El Roi” — the God who sees. In the middle of rejection, pain, and isolation, Hagar discovers that God is not distant but deeply aware of her suffering. This message reminds us that even when life feels chaotic or unfair—whether from our own decisions or others’—God sees every detail and meets us in...

In this sermon on Hebrews 7:11–19, Pastor Matt Krachunis explains why Jesus is the “Better Priest.” The Old Testament priesthood and law could never bring true perfection or lasting access to God. But Jesus, as an eternal priest in the order of Melchizedek, introduces a better hope—direct access to God through His finished work. This message challenges us to stop relying on religious effort and in...

In “How Shall I Know,” Pastor Jay Alexander explores Genesis 15:7–21 and Abram’s honest question about God’s promises. Through the powerful imagery of God’s covenant, this sermon reveals that assurance comes not from our certainty, but from God’s faithfulness. Even in seasons of doubt, waiting, and darkness, God remains committed to His word. A timely message for anyone seeking confidence in God’s...

After the victory, doubt often follows. Abram faced fear, delay, and a “plan B” that challenged God’s promise. What’s louder—God’s Word or your expectations? One decision changed everything: he believed God. 🌐 faithandvictory.com

In this Easter message, we examine the resurrection of Jesus Christ against the backdrop of a world chasing knowledge, control, and artificial answers apart from God. This sermon contrasts the ancient temptation of the Garden with the modern temptation to trust technology as savior, and points us back to the only One who can truly forgive sin, conquer death, and give eternal life: the risen Christ...

In this powerful message from Genesis 14, we are reminded that God’s people are not called to live defeated, compromised, or passive lives. Abram’s rescue of Lot becomes a vivid picture of spiritual warfare, redemption, restoration, and the victory believers have through the power of God. What looked like a military rescue mission was really a prophetic picture of what Christ would ultimately do f...

In “Over Fear,” Pastor Brad Smith preaches from Matthew 6:25–34 and shows that worry is ultimately a trust issue. This message tackles fear over finances, family, health, politics, and the future, while pointing listeners back to the faithfulness of God. Jesus’ answer is clear: seek first the kingdom of God, replace panic with prayer, and replace fear with faith. The sermon also ends with a strong...