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On this Easter Sunday we examine Paul’s various proofs for the Resurrection of Jesus. The post What if it never happened? (1 Corinthians 15) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In a unique moment, Jesus begins his last week of ministry before the cross with a living parable that reminds us of the importance of our faith in Jesus. The post “Who are you looking for?” (Mark 11:12-25) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In this section, Paul is building on the concept of what it means to follow God’s example as we trust in Jesus. He focuses on what it means to live the light of Jesus as we make a difference in a world that is often described as dark. The post Living Lights (Ephesians 5.8-20) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In this passage we are challenged to walk in the way of God’s self-denying love. But the challenge is highlighted by characteristics that are NOT to be part of the life of an individual or a church. The post Walk in the way of Love (Ephesians 5.1-7) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In the second half of Ephesians 4, Paul gives his readers a more detailed list of what they need to “put off” in order to walk worthy of their calling to follow Jesus. The post “Living as Renewed People” Part 2 (Ephesians 4.25-32) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In a culture that was about position, prestige, status, and superiority, the temptation was to find short cuts to advance. Paul builds on the theme of maturity in the last section to show the Ephesian Church what it should look like for the Holy Spirit to permeate every area of life. The post Living as renewewd people (Ephesians 4:17-24) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In this passage, we are reminded of the necessity to focus on Christ and to allow him to grow us individually and as a church toward a mature unity. The post Unity that results in maturity (Eph. 4:1-16) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

The Apostle Paul prays for the church in Ephesus to grow as a group, in their awareness of God’s amazing love and the power it gives. We can learn from this prayer the importance of being fully engaged with our God. The post Life Changing Love (Eph 3.14-21) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In a lengthy parenthetical statement, the Apostle Paul issues a reminder, by his own example, that we all have a responsibility to reflect God’s grace in our lives. The post “A Living Word Picture” (Eph 3:1-11) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

Christ breaks down barriers, nationally, ethnically, racially, and socially. When Christ is the focus of our lives and our church then we see other people through the lens of compassion and connection. God’s desire is that his church, universal and local, be an example of truly Godlike harmony and unity. The post No Walls of Division (Ephesians 2:11-22) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUN...

In a passage that ends with familiar words we discover that we are not “saved” to go to heaven. We are saved, so that we can be truly alive and do the things that God has specifically created us to do. We are to be making a positive difference for God’s Kingdom, right here and […] The post Fully Alive (Ephesians 2:1-10) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In the first of two prayers in the book of Ephesians, Paul prays that those who follow Jesus will have their spiritual eyes open to understand all that it means to allow our relationship with Jesus to be the driving force in our lives. The post One Request (Ephesians 1.15-23) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In the opening verses of Ephesians, Paul reminds us that we are blessed with every spiritual blessing in Christ according to God’s predetermined plan. The ultimate goal is to unify all things under Christ. The benefit is confidence and assurance in Jesus Christ and what he has done for us. The post Blessed Beyond Measure (Eph. 1.3-14) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

As we look ahead to 2026 we consider the elements God wants in a church as outlined in Acts 2:42-47. The post “A Connecting Community in 2026” (Acts 2:42-47) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

Just as Joshua instructed the nation of Israel to look back and see God’s presence, power, protection, and provision, we need to do the same. The post Stones of Remembrance (Joshua 4) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

Sometimes it doesn’t feel like Christmas “should feel.” Sometimes there is no joy. Jesus knows. He has been there. The post Jesus identifies when there is no joy (John 6:60-67; John 11:32-35) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

As we consider his baptism and the temptation in the wilderness, we discover yet again how Jesus identifies with us. The post Jesus identifies with those he came to save (Mt. 3:13-4:11) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In the lone childhood story of Jesus in the Bible, we discover that he grew and matured in the same areas we do. It is part of his shared human experience with us. The post A Shared Experience: Jesus grew and matured (Luke 2.40-52) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

This year for Advent, we will be considering the humanity of Jesus in a series entitled “A Shared Experience.” In this sermon, Pastor Scott explores the statement in Hebrews 2:17 that reminds the reader that Jesus, “had to be made like them, fully human in every way…” The post Jesus: Fully Human in Every Way (Hebrews 2:14-18; Matthew 1; Luke 1) appeared first on PLEAS...

In a review of Colossians 3:15-17, we discover that as a faith community, being thankful is to be part of our spiritual clothing. The post “Does God really care if I am thankful?” (Colossians 3:15-17) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

Injustice is part of living in a fallen and broken world. We all want justice. So does God. And God calls us to a higher standard. It is a standard of trusting him and not retaliating in the same way we have been treated. The post Does God really care how face injustice? (1 Peter 2:11-23; 3:8-9) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

Loss is an unfortunate part of being human and finite. In this sermon, Pastor Scott explores God’s presence in the middle of our times of loss. The post Does God really care about my loss? (Lamentations 3) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

As we review a familiar story in I Kings 19 we learn that God is not only aware of our failures, but he walks with us through them as we grow and learn. The post Does God really care about my failure? (1 Kings 19:1-18) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

We cannot separate our declaration of our love for God from exercising love for our neighbors. As we review a most familiar parable, we discover how relevant it is to our current life circumstances. The post Does God really care how I love my neighbor? (Mark 12:28-33; Luke 10:25-37) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

PHCC Elder Joe Fick shares his own story and the reality of God’s presence in a sermon entitled: “Does God really care about my anxiety and depression?” (Psalm 56:8; Romans 8:37-39) The post Does God really care about (My) Anxiety and Depression? (Psalm 56:8; Romans 8:37-39) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .