Pathways Church | Messages

This week, as we celebrate America's 250th Birthday, we celebrate our freedom as Americans, but most importantly, our freedom in Christ.

The Bible contains many references to the Potter and clay, but beyond simply shaping us, we can trust Him, knowing He can even mend our broken pieces.

This week, our summer adventures take us close to the heart of Pigeon Forge, to step back into time to learn the art of BlackSmithing. Through this process, Pastor Brent and His son Mason experienced firsthand how a piece of metal can be transformed from one purpose to another, becoming something new through the guidance of a skilled blacksmith.

When you hear the word "bees," what comes to mind? For many of us, it's fear, danger, or the memory of a painful sting. But if we look a little closer, there's more to a bee than its stinger. These tiny insects achieve extraordinary things through hard work, unity, and unwavering purpose. In fact, if we learned to think more like a bee, we might find ourselves accomplishing things we once thought...

We all face times in life when we feel we are standing on the edge of a cliff, wondering whether the rope will keep us safe. No matter how many times you examine the rope and test the equipment, eventually you have to trust and take the first step.

Rhythm in life can lead to blessing or disaster, and where we end up is determined by the daily decisions we make on a consistent basis.

As we remember Memorial Day, we revisit a series called "Gone But Not Forgotten" and talk about Honor, a virtue that seems rare today, yet it is critical to our spiritual lives and our witness.

Modern society is obsessed with making life faster, easier, automated, and more comfortable. While technology and modern conveniences can certainly be blessings, there is also a hidden danger within comfort. If we are not careful, our relentless pursuit of ease and convenience can slowly weaken our spiritual hunger, dull our dependence on God, and ultimately erode the strength of both our personal...

The phrase "the world is an ugly place" is often said, but what does it really mean? We feel the need to compete with those around us, to fight for significance, but God's word clearly tells us how special and beautiful we all are.

We live in a world of amazing technology, and we can witness almost anything anywhere in real time. We can stream movies and music into the palm of our hand, with the tap of a finger to order almost anything, and sometimes have that item delivered the same day. The downside to this gift we've been given these conveniences can easily become overwhelming, and before we realize it, it's simply noise...

Perhaps one of the most dangerous games people play in their spiritual lives is avoiding sin by staying on the "acceptable" side of a threshold. We believe that issues aren't really black or white. We tell ourselves we can get close to sinful things, as long as we don't cross the thin lines we believe mark them as sin. The problem is that we don't recognize the consequences of living in the "gray...

Among all the teachings of Jesus, repetition signals increased importance. When we see a teaching appear in all four Gospels, we know it is critical to our spiritual lives. Jesus made it clear that we are to live a life of surrender in order to find the fullness and peace we are all searching for.

This week, we revisit a message from sixteen years ago in a series called “Reality Bytes.” In it, we unpack a few simple but powerful truths—“bytes” that challenge how we measure our worth. Instead of defining ourselves by the standards of others, our abilities, or our accomplishments, we’re reminded that our identity is found in who God says we are. When that perspective shifts, everything else b...

They said it was impossible for a man, a teacher, to be put through a brutal death and come back to life, but this was no ordinary man...

Join us for a special service as we remember the crucifixion.

Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “I’ve gone too far… I’ve messed up too badly for God to forgive me”? Maybe you've looked at someone whose actions seem unthinkable and assumed they’re beyond grace; only judgment remains. When we draw such lines, we become the judge, but one of the most shocking moments in the Gospels completely challenges that idea.

Nicknames, we all have had one at some point, often a reference to something embarrassing, or they stick because of something we wish we could forget. Imagine if, for over 12 years, you were not known by your name, but a shameful label. Desperate for hope and resolution, this woman took a huge risk, and it changed everything!

When something goes wrong, our instinct is to ask one common question: “Whose fault is it?” We look for someone to blame, somewhere to point the finger. But sometimes the problem isn’t about blame at all. Sometimes God is doing something bigger. When Jesus encountered a man born blind, his life was forever changed. But the greatest miracle in the story isn’t the one most people notice.

We’ve all been there, when the pressure seems to pile up, and there seems to be no answer in sight. Life begins to feel like a bad nightmare, and the very thing we were fighting for suddenly slips away. In those moments, we find ourselves asking the question, “What now?” When we feel out of options, out of strength, and out of answers, Jesus steps in.

There may be nothing more frustrating than feeling stuck, except realizing you actually are stuck, and every effort to get free only pulls you deeper into the sand. In marriage, that struggle can intensify. Two people are attempting to solve problems at the same time, often with good intentions, yet sometimes unintentionally working against each other. The good news is this: you don’t have to stay...

Don’t despise the small start. The first step may feel insignificant, unnoticed, or even discouraging — but Heaven celebrates what we often overlook, places of growth, stretching, and preparation. Small steps are sacred, progress is worth celebrating, and faithfulness in the ordinary leads to the extraordinary. The summit is coming, but don’t rush past the purpose found in the climb.

This week, we look at how a comedic shopping mishap can parallel our spiritual lives. The simple truth is that action doesn't necessarily lead to productivity or growth.

When life feels like it’s passed you by and the dreams you once carried seem out of reach, it can be hard to believe things will ever turn around. But through the prophet Joel, God promises more than recovery—He promises abundance. Not the kind the world pursues through wealth or possessions, but an overflowing blessing rooted in spiritual renewal and a restored relationship with Him.

Funny how something as simple as GPS guidance can remind us of God's grace in our lives. We've all made a wrong turn at some point in life, and it doesn't mean we can reach our intended destination; it may take a little longer, but that calm voice simply says, "recalculating".

Momentum is a funny thing; when things are going well, life is great. But if things begin going in the wrong direction, as we face the consequences of bad choices, it can quickly discourage and derail our lives. This week, we take a look at the book of Micah, a call to the nation for humility and faithfulness.