Starting Line Church

Every few months, we pause to hear from different people who are part of SLC share about what God is teaching them in this season of life!

This Christmas Eve, we celebrate the good news that Jesus came for everyone—especially those who feel overlooked, unworthy, or not enough. We are reminded that just like the shepherds, God meets us right where we are and invites us into His story. Christmas declares this powerful truth: we don’t have to be enough, because Jesus is. Through Him, we find our worth, purpose, and unfailing love. Speak...

In a world full of pressure to please people, we are reminded that following God often means facing criticism and choosing obedience over approval. Through Joseph’s story in Matthew 1, we see that doing the right thing isn’t always easy, but God calls us to trust Him even when others don’t understand. When we live for an audience of One, fear loses its grip and faith leads the way. Speaker: Alliso...

In a world full of worry, this message reminds us that God’s words to Mary—“Fear not”—are still spoken to us today. Mary’s story shows that what feels like an interruption to our plans may actually be God’s invitation into something greater. When we trust Him, even the most unexpected moments can become part of His good and beautiful purpose for our lives. Speaker: Allison Miller Date: December 7,...

Fear feels louder than ever, but God keeps reminding us we don’t have to live controlled by it. In Zechariah’s story, we see a God who steps into our deepest worries and can do what seems completely impossible. This message invites us to pray boldly, trust fully, and shift our faith from worst-case scenarios to the God who makes all things possible. Speaker: Allison Miller Date: November 30, 2025

In our final week of “Untangle Your Emotions,” we learn that emotions are God-given indicators—but they only lead to growth when we choose to bring them to Him. By asking God what He wants us to know and do, we replace the enemy’s lies with God’s truth and let our emotions move us toward action, not paralysis. Speaker: Zachary Miller Date: November 23, 2025

Emotions are like ocean waves—we can either watch them from a distance or step in and truly experience them. Instead of letting our feelings become the engine that drives our lives, we’re invited to let God’s wisdom lead while our emotions follow. Looking at Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, we learn to pause, give ourselves permission to feel, and then ponder and pray through what we’re experien...

Ever feel like you can’t quite find the words to express what’s going on inside? This week in our Untangle Your Emotions series, we talked about the power of naming our emotions — speaking them out loud so we can begin to heal and grow. Just like Jesus invited people to name what was happening in their hearts, God invites us to be honest about what we feel. When we name our emotions, we tame them...

This week’s message in our Untangle Your Emotions series reminds us that the first step toward emotional and spiritual healing is to notice what we’re feeling. Just like the woman who reached out to touch Jesus in Mark 5, when we recognize our emotions and bring them to Him, we discover that He truly sees us and cares for us. Noticing our emotions isn’t weakness—it’s the beginning of deeper connec...

We all feel—some of us lean into emotions, others avoid them—but God designed our emotions to be tools, not threats. This series helps us understand our feelings through a biblical lens, so they don't control us but point us toward healing, wisdom, and wholeness in Christ. Speaker: Allison Miller Date: October 26, 2025 www.startingline.church

Joy isn’t about what’s happening around you — it’s about who’s living within you. Philippians 4 shows us that true joy comes when we rejoice in God, pray through our worries, and fix our thoughts on Jesus — no matter our circumstances. Speaker: Allison Miller Date: October 19, 2025 www.startingline.church

This week at Starting Line Church, we look at Philippians 3 and Paul’s challenge to let go of past glory and press on toward truly knowing Christ. No matter how far you've come, there's always more ahead in the journey with Jesus — so don’t settle, press on. Speaker: Zach Miller Date: October 12, 2025 www.startingline.church

This week at Starting Line Church, we continue our journey through Philippians, focusing on how Christians are called to live with unity and selflessness. Even from a Roman prison, Paul encourages the Philippians—and us—to stay centered on Jesus, not our differences. True unity doesn’t mean agreeing on everything, but being committed to one mission: the Gospel. Jesus is our model—He gave up His ri...

Paul’s letter to the Philippians was written from prison, yet it overflows with joy and encouragement. Instead of focusing on his suffering, Paul saw his chains as an opportunity to spread the Good News and inspire others to be bold in their faith. He reminds us that living for Christ means embracing both the privilege of trusting Him and the privilege of suffering for Him. Our response to hardshi...

Hear from Emily this week as she shares how God has been teaching her to take time to sit at Jesus' feet! Speaker: Emily Arrell Date: September 21, 2025 www.startingline.church

Jesus fed a ton of people with just five loaves and two fish — all because one boy said yes. In this week’s Stories of Jesus message from Mark 6, we’re reminded that Jesus can do miraculous things with even our small acts of obedience. When we trust Him, He not only meets our needs — He gives more than enough. What could God do through your yes? Speaker: Allison Miller Date: September 14, 2025

Jesus calls us to follow Him just like He did with the first disciples — not for a moment, but for a lifetime. When we let go of what’s holding us back, we make room for the greater purpose He has for us. Following Jesus changes everything — it gives us freedom, peace, and a mission to reach others with His love. Speaker: Allison MIller Date: September 7, 2025

Jesus doesn’t end the Sermon on the Mount with hype—He ends it with a warning. He knows storms will come, and what matters most isn't how your life looks on the outside, but the foundation it's built on. In a world full of information overload, transformation doesn’t come from just hearing truth—it comes from living it. Let’s be people who don’t just listen to Jesus, but actually practice what He...

Jesus’ final meal with His disciples wasn’t just a dinner—it was a powerful act of love and humility. In John 13, He takes the posture of a servant, kneeling to wash their feet and showing that true greatness is found in serving others. With a humble heart, posture, and attitude, Jesus redefines leadership and calls us to do the same. As followers of Christ, we’re not just called to believe—we’re...

This sermon explores the story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead in John 11, emphasizing how Jesus first responds not with a miracle, but with compassion and sorrow as he weeps with those who are grieving. It teaches that Jesus' tears reveal both his deep empathy for human suffering and his anger toward the brokenness caused by sin. The resurrection of Lazarus is portrayed as a powerful p...

This week’s message from John 3 unpacks the powerful conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus, where we learn what it truly means to be born again. We are reminded that John 3:16 isn’t just about the past and future — it’s a call to live fully in the present with Jesus. God's love invites us into a new life, not just in heaven, but right now — a life of freedom, peace, and purpose. We also cel...

This week at Starting Line Church, we had the opportunity to hear from three different people at SLC who shared a story of Jesus that had impacted them recently. Feel free to pause and reflect in between each video on the question they posed to us. Speakers: McKeely Kemock, Dalton Stump, Liz Jadczak Date: August 3, 2025

In Matthew 8, Jesus calms a violent storm with just His words—reminding us He has power over everything, even the chaos around us. We all face storms—moments of fear, doubt, or pain—but Jesus is always with us, even when we can’t see Him working. Speaker: Allison Miller Date: July 27, 2025

This week at Starting Line Church, we kicked off our new series Stories of Jesus by looking at His time of temptation in the wilderness (Matthew 4). Just like Jesus, we face temptations—especially when we're vulnerable or chasing what we don't have. But Jesus shows us how to stand strong: not just by knowing God’s Word, but by living it. Speaker: Allison Miller Date: July 20, 2025

Today at Starting Line Church, we wrapped up our worship series by exploring how we worship God in everyday life. Worship isn't just music—it’s also engaging with God’s Word, experiencing His creation, giving generously, sharing our stories, and praying with purpose. Worship is our authentic response to who God is and what He’s done, no matter how we feel or what we're facing. It’s not abo...