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Simon Says Wk7: Lessons from Peter's Journey In this week's sermon, we delve into the transformative journey of Simon Peter, exploring how his experiences with Jesus provide timeless lessons on discipleship, faith, and resilience. Our focus is on Luke 22, where pivotal moments in Peter's life unfold. The Setting: The Upper Room As Jesus gathers with his disciples for the last time before his cruci...

Teach Me to Pray: A Journey Through Luke 11 In the latest episode of "Truth Worth Living," we embark on a transformative journey into the heart of prayer, guided by the profound lessons found in Luke 11. This series, titled "Teach Me to Pray," seeks to unravel the mysteries of prayer as demonstrated by Jesus himself. The Disciples' Request The series begins with a pivotal moment from Luke 11:1, wh...

Simon Says Week 6: Becoming Like a Child Date: February 15, 2026 Key Passage: John 13 In this week's sermon, we delve into the profound and transformative message of becoming like a child to enter the kingdom of heaven. Pastor Chris takes us on a journey through various "unless" statements made by Jesus, highlighting the necessity of childlike faith and dependence on God. The Significance of Quest...

Simon Says: Be Secure in God's Grace On this Super Bowl Sunday, we delve into the fifth week of our series, "Simon Says," exploring the transformation of Simon, son of Jonah, into Peter, the rock. This journey highlights the grace of God in shaping Simon into a leader among Jesus' disciples. A critical moment in this transformation occurred on Mount Hermon when Simon declared Jesus as the Messiah,...

Simon Says: Week 4 Exploring Matthew 16 In this week's sermon, we delve into Matthew 16, focusing on a pivotal moment in the life of Simon Peter and his interaction with Jesus. This passage is set against the backdrop of Caesarea Philippi, a place known for its pagan worship and spiritual darkness, providing a striking contrast to the revelation of Jesus' true identity. Key Themes The Revelation o...

Church as the Body and Bride of Christ In Pastor JP's sermon, the focus was on understanding the church as the body and bride of Christ. This sermon, delivered at Skycrest Community Church, emphasized the significance of belonging and transformation within the church community. The Church as Christ's Bride One of the central themes was the imagery of the church as the bride of Christ. This metapho...

Simon Says: Lessons from Peter's Faith Journey In the third installment of our series, Simon Says, we delve deeper into the life of Simon Peter, a disciple known for his bold yet flawed faith. This week's sermon focuses on the theme of maintaining focus on Jesus, even amidst life's storms. The Scene on the Sea of Galilee Our journey begins with Matthew 14:22-33, where Peter experiences both triump...

Simon Says: Lessons from Simon Peter In this week's sermon, titled "Simon Says," we continued our exploration of the life and lessons of Simon Peter, the disciple who was both deeply flawed and profoundly faithful. This week, we focused on the event when Simon Peter walked on water, a story that offers profound insights into faith, courage, and obedience. The Story of Walking on Water The sermon d...

Simon Says: Lessons from Simon Peter As we step into the New Year, we embark on an exciting journey through a new sermon series titled Simon Says, focusing on the life and lessons of Simon Peter, one of Jesus’ most prominent disciples. This series explores how Simon Peter’s experiences and responses can guide us toward spiritual transformation. Introduction to Simon Peter Simon Peter, a fisherman...

The Church As… Week 1 Understanding the Church: Community and Connection In the first part of the series “The Church As…”, we explore the vital role of the church in creating both community and connection among believers. The sermon emphasizes that while social media platforms like Facebook excel at connecting people, they often fall short in fostering genuine community. The church, in contrast, i...

Christmas Cards from God: Joy A Message of Joy from the Angels The heart of the Christmas story, as told in the Gospel of Luke, centers on the shepherds who were visited by an angel proclaiming, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all people” (Luke 2:10). This message of joy is not just historical. It is a Christmas card from God to us today, inviting us to live...

Christmas Cards from God: Peace In the latest sermon, we explored the profound theme of peace as a divine gift, focusing on Jesus as the Prince of Peace. This theme is deeply connected to the Christmas story, which celebrates a time when God gave us what we could never achieve on our own: peace in the midst of chaos. The Gift of Peace The sermon began by highlighting the incredible generosity of t...

Letters from God: A Message of Hope As we step into the Christmas season, it is a time of reflection and reconnection, much like the old tradition of sending Christmas cards with letters to friends and family. In this sermon, we are reminded that God also sends us messages, and this Christmas these messages are filled with hope. Jeremiah 29:11 – A Message of Assurance The sermon begins with a powe...

Stoke The Fire: A Call to Spiritual Awakening In the sermon “Stoke The Fire,” the message calls believers to rekindle their spiritual fervor and live fully committed to Christ. Drawing from Romans 12:6–8, it emphasizes the diverse spiritual gifts God gives His people and how those gifts should be used to glorify Him and serve others. Key Themes 1. Spiritual Gifts and Their Purpose The sermon stres...

Soul Food: Nourishment for the Spirit In the sermon titled “Soul Food,” delivered on November 23, 2025, the idea of soul food is explored in a spiritual context. Traditionally, soul food refers to the rich, flavorful cuisine developed by African Americans in the antebellum South, symbolizing resilience and cultural heritage. In this sermon, the focus shifts to the spiritual nourishment needed for...

Podcast Summary: Living a Meaningful Life — Insights from Ecclesiastes Today’s episode wraps up our journey through the book of Ecclesiastes—a book that cuts through the noise and gets real about what actually matters. Ecclesiastes doesn’t waste words. It points us straight to the heart of a meaningful, God-honoring life. 1. The Core Message: Fear God. Keep His Commands. Meaning starts with God, n...

Podcast Description Join us for Week 9 of “Books of the Book” as we explore the brief yet powerful letter of 2 John—the shortest book in the Bible by verse count, but filled with rich guidance for every believer. In this episode, Pastor Chris walks us through John’s compelling call to live lives rooted in both truth and love, two virtues that cannot be separated in the Christian walk. We unpack so...

🤔 **TWL: Faith and Formulas - Is Life Meaningless?** Welcome back to Truth Worth Living! Today, we explore the surprisingly pessimistic perspective of the Teacher in Ecclesiastes, whom we'll refer to as "Douggie Downer." Despite achieving great success—often referred to as "the Midas touch"—Douggie concludes that life "under the sun"—meaning life apart from our benevolent Creator—is utterly meani...

# Understanding Jonah: A Lesson in Grace and Obedience In our ongoing series, **Books of the Book**, we turn our attention to the story of Jonah, a narrative often misunderstood and sometimes dismissed due to its miraculous elements. This week, we delve into the Book of Jonah to uncover its deeper messages about grace, obedience, and the miraculous nature of faith. ## The Miracle of Jonah The stor...

Welcome back to Truth Worth Living, where we dig into God’s Word to live in God’s will. Harvard professor Thomas J. DeLong studied hundreds of top professionals—doctors, lawyers, executives—and found that over 80% constantly compare themselves to others. He called it the “Comparison Obsession.” Even the most successful felt like failures because someone else seemed “more successful.” But this isn’...

Books of the Book Week 7: Amos and the Plumb Line In this week's sermon, we explored the book of Amos, a minor prophet whose message is as relevant today as it was in ancient Israel. Amos 5:24 is famously quoted in Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech: "Let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream." This verse encapsulates the heart of Amos's message—call...

In this episode of "Truth Worth Living," we delve into the wisdom of Ecclesiastes 7, exploring the theme of balance in life. The ancient teachings challenge us to rethink our modern views on righteousness and wickedness, encouraging a pursuit of equilibrium in our daily existence. We discuss the concept of balance, emphasizing that while we often strive for a well-rounded life—encompassing diet, w...

In this week's sermon series, "Books of the Book," we explored the Book of Titus, one of the letters written by the Apostle Paul. This letter, addressed to Titus, who was left in Crete to organize the church, provides timeless guidance on living a godly life and doing good works as a testament to the Gospel. Key Themes Understanding the Purpose of Paul's Letters Paul's letters were often written t...

Ecclesiastes 3:1–8 – Embracing Life's Seasons In our journey through the book of Ecclesiastes, we encounter a profound reflection on the cyclical nature of life. The teacher, often identified as Solomon, offers a contemplative view of the pursuit of happiness and the inevitability of life's seasons. Ecclesiastes 3:1–8 provides a poetic exploration of life's dichotomies, emphasizing that every aspe...

# Discovering Meaning in the Book of Ecclesiastes In this week's sermon, we delved into the often misunderstood and overlooked book of **Ecclesiastes**, found in the Old Testament. This book, traditionally attributed to Solomon, is a profound exploration of life's meaning when lived "under the sun," a phrase that appears 28 times throughout its 12 chapters. The sermon aimed to guide us through its...