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Victory Now | Jarod Smith, Lead Pastor Palm Sunday is more than a historical moment—it’s a prophetic reminder that Jesus didn’t come just to be celebrated, He came to conquer. The crowd’s cry of “Hosanna” was really “Yasha-Na,” a passionate shout of Victory Now. This message challenges us to shift from passive waiting to active believing—because in Jesus, victory isn’t just possible, it’s present....

Victory Now | Jarod Smith, Lead Pastor Palm Sunday is more than a historical moment—it’s a prophetic reminder that Jesus didn’t come just to be celebrated, He came to conquer. The crowd’s cry of “Hosanna” was really “Yasha-Na,” a passionate shout of Victory Now. This message challenges us to shift from passive waiting to active believing—because in Jesus, victory isn’t just possible, it’s present....

Higher Love | Jarod Smith, Lead Pastor This week’s message calls us into the tension of what it really means to serve like Jesus. After raising Lazarus from the dead, the crowds grow—but so does the opposition. Even Lazarus becomes a target just for being a living testimony. Like him, our resurrected lives speak louder than words. Jesus knew the weight of what was coming, yet He picked up a towel...

Higher Love | Jarod Smith, Lead Pastor This week’s message calls us into the tension of what it really means to serve like Jesus. After raising Lazarus from the dead, the crowds grow—but so does the opposition. Even Lazarus becomes a target just for being a living testimony. Like him, our resurrected lives speak louder than words. Jesus knew the weight of what was coming, yet He picked up a towel...

Reflection to Reflection In this week’s message, we looked at what it means to be a reflection of the true Light—Jesus. From John 8, Jesus confronts the Pharisees who believed they were enlightened but were actually casting shadows with their legalism and self-righteousness. Jesus boldly declares, “I am the light of the world,” and challenges them—and us—to consider what kind of light we’re reflec...

Reflection to Reflection In this week’s message, we looked at what it means to be a reflection of the true Light—Jesus. From John 8, Jesus confronts the Pharisees who believed they were enlightened but were actually casting shadows with their legalism and self-righteousness. Jesus boldly declares, “I am the light of the world,” and challenges them—and us—to consider what kind of light we’re reflec...

The Approachable Jesus In the seventh week of our Beloved series unpacking the Gospel of John, Student Pastor, Josh Burfeind, breaks down the story of Lazarus' resurrection in John 11. A close look at the text reveals the character of our Savior - that He is not only impressive, but He is also approachable. We also learn how Jesus responds to our regrets and freely offers a love that is untainted...

The Approachable Jesus In the seventh week of our Beloved series unpacking the Gospel of John, Student Pastor, Josh Burfeind, breaks down the story of Lazarus' resurrection in John 11. A close look at the text reveals the character of our Savior - that He is not only impressive, but He is also approachable. We also learn how Jesus responds to our regrets and freely offers a love that is untainted...

God’s glory is not just something we admire—it’s something we are meant to carry! The Bible describes His glory as weighty (kavod), powerful, and transforming. When Jesus spoke of rivers of living water flowing from within believers, He was pointing to the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, filling us with God’s presence and power. Moses longed to see God’s glory, and under the new covenant, we don’t...

God’s glory is not just something we admire—it’s something we are meant to carry! The Bible describes His glory as weighty (kavod), powerful, and transforming. When Jesus spoke of rivers of living water flowing from within believers, He was pointing to the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, filling us with God’s presence and power. Moses longed to see God’s glory, and under the new covenant, we don’t...

News Feeds & Thirst Traps Today, we face the question: What are we really feeding on? Jesus tells us in John 6:56, “Whoever feeds on my flesh and drinks my blood abides in me, and I in him.” The world keeps us thirsting for more—more distraction, more validation—but Jesus tells us He is the only one who truly satisfies. Instead of being consumed by culture, let’s start feeding on Christ. Let’s sto...

News Feeds & Thirst Traps Today, we face the question: What are we really feeding on? Jesus tells us in John 6:56, “Whoever feeds on my flesh and drinks my blood abides in me, and I in him.” The world keeps us thirsting for more—more distraction, more validation—but Jesus tells us He is the only one who truly satisfies. Instead of being consumed by culture, let’s start feeding on Christ. Let’s sto...

Jesus’ interactions with the Samaritan woman, the woman caught in adultery, and the woman who anointed His feet all reveal the same truth—His mercy is greater than our shame. The Samaritan woman came to the well expecting rejection but left with a testimony that changed her whole village. The woman caught in adultery stood before her accusers, only to have Jesus silence them with grace and set her...

Jesus’ interactions with the Samaritan woman, the woman caught in adultery, and the woman who anointed His feet all reveal the same truth—His mercy is greater than our shame. The Samaritan woman came to the well expecting rejection but left with a testimony that changed her whole village. The woman caught in adultery stood before her accusers, only to have Jesus silence them with grace and set her...

Unlike the other gospels, John’s goal isn’t to lay out every event in order—it’s to paint a picture of who Jesus really is. From John the Baptist’s declaration, to Jesus turning water into wine, to flipping tables at the temple, to telling Nicodemus about new birth, John is showing us that God is doing something new. It’s like conversation stacking—one detail at a time, but by the end, you see the...

Unlike the other gospels, John’s goal isn’t to lay out every event in order—it’s to paint a picture of who Jesus really is. From John the Baptist’s declaration, to Jesus turning water into wine, to flipping tables at the temple, to telling Nicodemus about new birth, John is showing us that God is doing something new. It’s like conversation stacking—one detail at a time, but by the end, you see the...

Our expressions often reveal what’s inside before we even process it—yet Jesus is called the Divine Expression of God (John 1:1), showing us who God truly is. John’s gospel tells us that when we receive Jesus, we’re not just given the right to become children of God, but the power to live it out (John 1:12). This power includes the freedom to choose Him, strength for His purpose, authority to infl...

Our expressions often reveal what’s inside before we even process it—yet Jesus is called the Divine Expression of God (John 1:1), showing us who God truly is. John’s gospel tells us that when we receive Jesus, we’re not just given the right to become children of God, but the power to live it out (John 1:12). This power includes the freedom to choose Him, strength for His purpose, authority to infl...

Keeping All Your Eggs in One Basket | Guest Speaker Dan Seaborn Dan Seaborn Bio As Founder and President of Winning At Home, Dan has led the organization for more than 25 years. Starting out in his home with just one other employee back in 1995, Dan has guided the ministry’s expansion to what it is today with locations in Zeeland and Holland, Michigan as well as Tampa Bay, Florida. As a featured s...

Keeping All Your Eggs in One Basket | Guest Speaker Dan Seaborn Dan Seaborn Bio As Founder and President of Winning At Home, Dan has led the organization for more than 25 years. Starting out in his home with just one other employee back in 1995, Dan has guided the ministry’s expansion to what it is today with locations in Zeeland and Holland, Michigan as well as Tampa Bay, Florida. As a featured s...

In Beloved: The Gospel According to John, we journey through the life, ministry, and divine nature of Jesus Christ as revealed in the most intimate and theological of the Gospels. Through John’s firsthand account, we witness the love of God made flesh, the miracles that point to His identity, and the deep conversations that call us into a closer relationship with Christ. This series will unpack th...

In Beloved: The Gospel According to John, we journey through the life, ministry, and divine nature of Jesus Christ as revealed in the most intimate and theological of the Gospels. Through John’s firsthand account, we witness the love of God made flesh, the miracles that point to His identity, and the deep conversations that call us into a closer relationship with Christ. This series will unpack th...

A Clean Slate | Pastor Jarod Smith Hebrews 9:14 declares that the blood of Christ purifies our consciences so we can serve the living God. This message uses the metaphor of "a clean slate" to illustrate spiritual renewal through Jesus. By Christ's sacrifice, we are not merely made "like new" but "brand new" at the deepest level— spiritually regenerated. The blood of Christ reaches into the most hi...

A Clean Slate | Pastor Jarod Smith Hebrews 9:14 declares that the blood of Christ purifies our consciences so we can serve the living God. This message uses the metaphor of "a clean slate" to illustrate spiritual renewal through Jesus. By Christ's sacrifice, we are not merely made "like new" but "brand new" at the deepest level— spiritually regenerated. The blood of Christ reaches into the most hi...

It's All About Relationships | Pastor Jarod Smith Join us for a powerful message about the BIG impact of SMALL obedience. Discover how meaningful connections and discipleship in smaller groups can transform your faith and community. Whether you’re a leader, seeking deeper relationships, or curious about the power of assembly, this message will inspire and challenge you to make a difference. ____ P...