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We explore Jesus’ ascension. We see why Jesus' physical departure was actually a necessary gift that allowed the Holy Spirit to empower and guide every believer. And this mission is life changing: to serve as His witness and share the hope of God's kingdom within your unique sphere of influence. We'll learn to take small, faithful steps while depending daily on God’s presence rather than our own s...

It's Easter. Join us as we dive into the life-altering reality of Jesus’ resurrection from Matthew 28. We examine the compelling historical evidence for the empty tomb and the radical transformation of the first disciples, showing how the Good News of Jesus resurrection spread. Learn why Jesus’ claim of "all authority" provides a hope for anyone facing crises, grief, or personal isolation today. W...

This message explores the weight of our daily choices versus major DECISIONS that define our lives and eternity. We unpack the historical and spiritual significance of Jerusalem’s mountains, from Abraham's trial on Mt. Moriah to Jesus’ agonizing prayer in Gethsemane. We see Jesus on trial before Pilate and His sacrifice at Golgotha, and how Jesus chose to absorb the debt of human brokenness. Final...

We explore the vital relationship between a gardener, the vine, and the branches. We discover how to achieve authentic spiritual growth by learning what it truly means to abide in Jesus, the True Vine. Jesus emphasizes that apart from Him we can do nothing of lasting significance, and how His grace provides the only path for true transformation. Together, we see how God lovingly prunes and restore...

The Transfiguration of Jesus. It was one of those pivotal "everything changed" moments that revealed Jesus' divine glory. We explore the appearance of Moses and Elijah to see how Jesus fulfills the Law and the Prophets while preparing for His ultimate "exodus" through the cross. We see how the story unfolds to show that Jesus’ power remains constant in our most challenging seasons. Together we con...

In Matthew 15 we see Jesus healing and miraculously feeding people. We explore the honest, difficult questions about why some miracles happen while other prayers seem to go unanswered. We'll see how biblical waiting is an active reaching out for God’s strength, wrapping our lives around His unchanging character and goodness. Join us as we learn to pray big prayers and trust in the one who promises...

We continue in the Sermon on the Mount to see what Jesus says about prayer. We explore how to move from simple requests to a deep, trusting relationship with God, even when facing the pain of seemingly unanswered prayers. We see in Matthew 7 that we are called to never stop pursuing God’s heart. Learn practical tools like "breath prayers" and daily rhythms to help you overcome anxiety and self-rel...

The Sermon on the Mount contains some of Jesus' most famous teachings. We explore what Jesus says about trust, hope, and anxiety. We learn why Jesus commands us to "not be anxious" and how to trust in a Heavenly Father who cares deeply for us. Together, we dive deep into the "rocking chair" of worry, addressing the unique mental health challenges faced by kids and adults alike in our hyper-connect...

Temptation is part of life. But how do we navigate it well? Join us as we explore a story where Jesus is led into the wilderness to face temptation, testing, and spiritual warfare—and what happens there speaks directly to our everyday struggles. Together, we'll see how temptation is personal, persistent, and often subtle, but never beyond the power of God’s truth and presence. We'll see that Jesus...

We recap the Peak Experiences series from last fall, revisiting the ground we covered in the Old Testament before stepping into the next epic part of this series where we'll explore Jesus' earthly ministry and the peaks, hills, and mountains of the New Testament. We remember God's faithfulness, why humanity needs a savior, and why Jesus is our ultimate hope. Prayer, reflection, worship, connection...

Discover how to build a solid foundation for your faith journey through the life-changing practice of spiritual friendship. We explore how intentional relationships rooted in deep trust and mutual commitment help us persevere through life’s challenges. Learn the three essential keys to life-giving conversation—asking, affirming, and admitting—to move past surface-level interactions and into authen...

Rest isn't just a luxury, it is actually commanded by God. But what does "rest" really mean? Is it different than laziness? Should we only do it once we're tired and exhausted? Join us as we explore what it means to rest in a regular, biblical, and God-honoring way. Speaker: Ben Horseman and Judy West

Discover how to transform your spiritual life through meaningful conversations with God, as we continue exploring spiritual practices in our series Base Camp. Pastors Joel Burke and Nathan Brown share practical tools for navigating anxiety and experiencing the peace of God. Learn how engaging with the Bible just four times a week can lead to lower stress and greater resilience. Finally, we unpack...

Welcome to Base Camp, a series about building practical spiritual rhythms that equip us for the journey of faith. Together, we'll explore how transformation happens when we stop being shaped by the world and let God renew our minds. This is not just a resolution for the new year, but a way of letting Jesus shape our lives completely. Along the way we'll unpack some practices that can help us, as w...

As we enter 2026, join us as we explore how to embrace a life of lasting impact. We unpack how God uses time to create legacies. We'll see how small, intentional choices across generations can lead to a spiritual revival that heals neighborhoods and transforms our city. Now is the time to trust God and invest our lives in what truly matters. Speaker: Greg Holder

In Ephesians 3, Paul prays for believers to grasp the multi-dimensional nature of Christ’s love—wide, long, high, and deep. Join us as we connect this biblical truth to real-life stories, showing how unconditional love brings hope, healing, and lasting change. We'll learn why God’s love is not just an emotion, but the very essence of who God is. We'll explore an invitation to experience a love tha...

Join us as we celebrate the miracle of Christ’s birth, the significance of biblical names and titles, and an invitation to experience what only Jesus can offer. We’ll trace ancient prophecies from Isaiah and the wonder of God dwelling among us. As we reflect on what we long for the most this season, we’ll see that the invitation that Jesus offers still resonates deeply today. Speaker: Greg Holder

As we prepare for Christmas, we contrast the story of two kings: Jesus and King Herod. The importance of this story traces back to Moses in the Old Testament and the longing for a Messiah to the fulfillment of prophecy in Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem. We explore the resistance to Jesus’ message, the illusion of control in our own lives, and the enduring relevance of Christ’s kingdom. Speaker: Greg Ho...

We begin to prepare our hearts for Christmas by unpacking a story about Mary from Luke 1. Speaker: Greg Holder

Waiting. None of us like it, though it seems to be an important part of human life. Join us as we explore the spiritual significance of waiting and how it connects us to the greater story of God. Advent is a time to pause and remember the deep longing that preceded the arrival of Jesus the Messiah. We'll unpack the history of the Israelites, who waited thousands of years for deliverance, and disco...

Instead of relying on self-sufficiency, what if we learned to focus on the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth, who watches over our lives? How would that shape the way we live? This message challenges us to practice generosity and cultivate spiritual health by intentionally working on our memories to recall God's faithfulness. Together, we'll see how trusting in Jesus provides the ultimate hope,...

Even heroes can experience struggles. We're exploring the story of Elijah, a major prophet in the Old Testament that experienced amazing victories. But he also experienced fear, exhaustion, and burnout. Togther, we'll see how God met him with tenderness, rest, and a gentle whisper. We'll discover how unrealistic expectations, isolation, and “soul fatigue” can distort our view of God and ourselves,...

Our God is not just "a god," but rather THE God. We explore an ancient story about God showing His supremacy over false idols. Together we'll see how these idols pop up today, whether its success, image, control, or something else. There's good news: God still brings victory to those who seek Him. Speaker: Greg Holder

Have you ever made a mistake and feel like you're just swimming in regret? Does it feel like there's nothing you could do that could make things right again? We're looking at a story about King David, where his mistakes lead not just to regret, but to a national crisis. We see how repentance and costly forgiveness in David's story ultimately point to Jesus. Speaker: Greg Holder & Chris Nation

Legacy. Setbacks. Failures. Promises. When we think about our past and our future, it is easy to get lost on a rollercoaster of wishes, regrets, goals, and hopes. We continue our Peak Experiences series at Mount Nebo, where Moses, after leading the Israelites in the desert for decades, looks at his legacy. There is a complicated mixture of joy and grief that serves as a leadership lesson to us all...