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"Roots & Fruits" In part two of this series, Guest speaker, Pastor Joel emphasizes that Satan's only real access to a believer's life comes through wrong thinking, and that an unrenewed mind cannot be cast out — it must be transformed. Faith is presented as a spiritual law that operates through hearing the word, speaking it, and holding fast to it regardless of circumstances....

"Roots & Fruits" In part one of this series, Pastor Josiah  encourages believers who feel far from the faith of biblical heroes to recognize that spiritual growth is a process that begins with a seed. Just as every great tree starts small, God's purposes in a person's life begin with His Word taking root in the heart and develop through consistent, faithful obedience over tim...

In this message, Pastor Josiah reminds us that through Jesus, we are no longer in darkness—we are the light of the world. The light of Christ within us is not fragile or easily extinguished, but powerful, Spirit-filled, and meant to advance into dark places. Pastor Josiah challenges us not to hide our light through fear, insecurity, busyness, or comfort, but to boldly step into everyday “God oppor...

"Out of the Shadows" In part one of this mini-series, Pastor Josiah establishes that spiritual darkness is not merely a condition but an absence — the absence of God's presence — and that Jesus, as the light of the world, is the only remedy. While affirming that believers are genuinely transformed into children of light through salvation, the sermon honestly addresses why many Christ...

Drawing from Paul's closing words in 1 Thessalonians 5, Pastor Josiah presents thankfulness, prayer, and joy not as a checklist of behaviors to perform, but as a divine prescription for navigating life's difficult and in-between seasons. Paul wrote to a church in Thessalonica that faced real opposition, pagan culture, and imperial pressure, yet he called them to rejoice always, pray withou...

"Foolproof Your Life" What if the decisions we make every single day are actually the steering wheel of our lives? In part four of this series, Pastor Josiah challenges us to rethink how seriously we take the small and large choices we face. Drawing from Ephesians 5, we are reminded that wisdom is not reserved for Sunday mornings or spiritual moments alone. It is meant to saturate every...

"Foolproof Your Life" What if the greatest decision-making tool available to us is not a spreadsheet, a mentor, or even an AI chatbot, but a living presence dwelling inside us? In part three of this series, guest speaker IT Falohun takes us on a journey through the tension between human intelligence and divine wisdom, reminding us that knowing a lot and knowing what to do are two very di...

"Foolproof Your Life" In part two of this series, Pastor Josiah explores what it means to grow in wisdom as followers of Jesus. Using the account of the young Jesus in the temple as a framework, Pastor Josiah demonstrates that wisdom is not something people are simply born with, but something that must be intentionally cultivated. Join us for Thrive Church In person (more info here) or O...

When life pushes you to stop believing, what keeps you moving forward? In this empowering message, Pastor Wayne Crook, from One Co Mission, explores how the Holy Spirit awakens a vision within us that transcends our current limitations. Rooted in Acts 2:17-18, this sermon unpacks how God gifts ordinary people of every age with the power to dream beyond their circumstances. Discover how the Holy Sp...

"Foolproof Your Life" In part one of this series, Pastor Josiah unpacks what it truly means to walk wisely in a foolish world (Ephesians 5:15–17). We discover the practical differences between a wise life built on God's truth and a foolish life built on self-reliance, and learn how to actively seek wisdom like hidden treasure. It’s time to move beyond simple behavior modification and...

When circumstances look dry on the surface, it is easy to wonder if God’s provision has run out—but what He promised is still right beneath the surface. In Genesis 26, when Isaac prospered, the Philistines tried to cut off his future by throwing dirt into his father Abraham’s wells. Instead of giving up or walking away, Isaac chose to re-dig. Opposition does not mean you are out of God's plan;...

What does it mean to truly have a heart that is open and receptive to God? This message takes us on a deeply personal journey through Psalm 51:10-12, where David cries out to God to create in him a clean heart and restore the joy of his salvation. We are challenged to ask ourselves a sobering question: is what breaks God's heart actually breaking our hearts? Join us for Thrive Church In person...

In this message, Pastor Willie declares that the same God who meets people on the mountaintop is equally present and active in the valleys of life. Pastor Willie walks through several named valleys found in Scripture, demonstrating that God does not abandon his people in their lowest moments but instead transforms those valleys into places of breakthrough, refreshing, and hope

" Rebuild" In part five of this series, Pastor Josiah poses the question: What does it actually take to build something that lasts? Whether we are talking about a marriage, a career, a business, or our walk with God, the answer might be simpler than we expect -- and more demanding than we would like.  Wherever we find ourselves lacking endurance right now, this message invites us to look...

" Rebuild" In part four of this series, Pastor Josiah draws from the account of the plague of darkness in Exodus 10, he explores the profound truth that without God, human beings can do nothing. The plague of darkness was not merely a natural phenomenon but a withdrawal of God's sustaining creative power, rendering even the simplest human tasks impossible. Pastor Josiah challenges be...

"Rebuild" What happens when opposition comes and we feel the pressure of resistance on our journey of faith? This message tackles that question head-on with a surprisingly simple but deeply powerful framework built around three foundational truths: Jesus is alive, God is bigger, and He is compassionate. These are not just Sunday school answers. They are the layers of insulation that keep...

"Rebuild" In part two of this series, we discover that God calls us not just to be built by Him, but to step up as builders ourselves. Every life is actively constructing something—the real question is what foundation we're standing on. True building starts when we hear God’s word, put it into practice, walk in faith, and speak in alignment with His purpose. Join us for Thrive Church...

"Rebuild" In part one of this series, Pastor Josiah challenges us to examine the very foundation upon which we are building our lives. Drawing from Jesus's parable in Luke 6 about two builders, we are confronted with a critical question: what are our dreams, goals, and daily decisions actually built upon. Join us for Thrive Church In person (more info here) or Online Sundays 2:30PM (...

Ever felt completely trapped? Like you're stuck between a wall of anxiety, depression, or addiction, and a past that refuses to stop chasing you? In this powerful message, Pastor Josiah takes us back over 3,500 years to a dramatic moment in biblical history: the Israelites trapped between the Egyptian army and the Red Sea. But this ancient story is far more than history—it’s a vivid picture of...

Are you tired of running your spiritual race on empty? Grounded in 1 Corinthians 16:13 , Pastor Josiah explores what it truly means to live with consistency, courage, and love—not through our own willpower, but through surrender to Jesus. Discover how God calls us to be "pacesetters" whose steady, Spirit-led lives naturally empower and encourage everyone around them to finish their race...

In this powerful message, Pastor Josiah reminds us that just as hikers need to pause and look back to see how far they've come, we need moments to recognize God's hand in our journey. Drawing from Lamentations 3:22-23, we're reminded that God's faithful love never ends, His mercies are new every morning, and great is His faithfulness. The testimonies shared—from miraculous healings...

"Seated & Sent" In part four of this series, Pastor Josiah addresses the spiritual authority believers have over their thought life through Christ. Believers are seated with Christ in heavenly places and therefore possess spiritual weapons to pull down strongholds, cast down arguments, and bring every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ. Through awareness, rebuking in J...

" Seated & Sent" In part three of this series, Pastor Josiah examines the often-overlooked story of Terah, Abraham's father, who stopped halfway on his journey to Canaan. This message explores how individual obedience and steps of faith create ripples into future generations. We are challenged as believers to not settle for "as good as it gets" or remain stuck in places...

"Seated & Sent" In part two of this series, Pastor Josiah emphasizes that Jesus's victory over sin, death, and the grave includes provision for physical and emotional healing. Through Christ's work on the cross, believers have inherited delegated authority to pray for the sick and see them recover. This is not reserved for special Christians or church leaders, but is availabl...

Seated & Sent In part one of this sermon series, Pastor Josiah explores the transformative truth that believers are not victims of their circumstances but victors through Christ Jesus. This message emphasizes that Jesus became our "holy substitute" (propitiation), taking our place and securing complete victory over sin, death, and all opposing forces. Because believers are spirituall...