Arborway Community Church

While fasting is a beautiful, ancient, and spiritual practice, it is also one of the most misunderstood spiritual practices. It has all but disappeared from our modern Christian culture. You are more likely to hear a fitness guru talk about fasting than a pastor. This week, Pastor Ivey brings us to Jesus' teaching on fasting. We learn learn the theological purpose and practical steps of fasting. W...

In a world obsessed with instant results, but the journey of following Jesus invites us to embrace a different pace. This week Pastor Ivey explores the beauty of slow, steady discipleship. We will see that the Christian life is less about dramatic leaps and more about consistent, unhurried growth. Join us as we learn to walk at God’s pace, trusting His timing and discovering the deep joy of a fait...

On the last week of 2024, Rev. Dr. Paul Fleming brings us a powerful message about the greatest Christmas gift ever. He breaks down John 3:16 and shows the powerful message in each word.

Life is a journey. And it's a journey best made with Christ. We close our series on Biblical friendship by looking at the most important friendship that anyone can have: Friendship with Jesus. We will see that the most amazing thing is not that Jesus would be our friend (Which is amazing!), but the most amazing thing is that Jesus wants to be our friend. Watch this week as Pastor Ivey helps us see...

This week Pastor Ivey brings us back to Acts 20 to see the multifaceted beauty of gospel friendship. Because of Christ, gospel friendship should be easier, deeper, and more life giving than any other type of friendship. First, we will learn how God designed friendship to work, and then we will see how we can pursue and strengthen ongoing friendships with other Christians.

Friendship is a beautiful gift from God. Yet, many times misunderstand what true friendship is. It's not unusual for modern friendships to surface level or transactional, but these types of relationships won't last. What we really need and desire are long lasting friendships. Watch this week as Pastor Ivey digs into the Scriptures to see what God says about gospel Friendship.

Friendship is more important than most of us know. Friendship is essential for our mental health and our physical health. Studies show that our friends are some of the most important relationships we will have. In this new series, Pastor Ivey shows our need for friendship and how God is the spiritual foundation for it.

It's easy for us to think that we chose where we're living. We may think that we live in our house because we got a great deal, the size was right, the location was close to work, or it's close to an MBTA station. But that would be wrong. God placed you on your block to be a light for Christ to your street. There is a real sense in which you are God's plan for your street! This week Pastor Ivey he...

This week we continue The Art of Neighboring series. Loving neighbors can be wonderful, but the truth is, it's often difficult and scary. This week Pastor Ivey challenges us to face our fears about neighboring. Taking Jesus' Great Commandment seriously means that we're going to have to face some of our fears. We're looking at Numbers 13 and learning what happens when we follow God's commands and p...

Life is so busy. The only way we're ever going to slow down is when we die, (Let's hope that doesn't happen any time soon!) or we get intentional about slowing down. While it may be wise to slow down so we can rest, the truth is, if we're going to get serious about the Great Commandment we are going to have to make time. If you have a hard time finding any extra time, watch this week as Pastor Ive...

Jesus commanded us to love our neighbors. If you live in Boston, you live in one of the most densely populated areas in the world. In Jamaica Plain, you have about 100-200 people on your one block alone! We have an amazing opportunity and capacity to love our neighbors. This week Pastor Ivey shows us the importance of loving our neighbors and even gives us a simple tool to start the process.

How important is it for Christians to actually be in a church? Is it possible to live the Christian life without being a part of a church? This are normal questions, and this week Pastor Ivey shows us that they are the wrong questions to ask. Sure, you might be able to be a Christian without a church... but should you? Listen this week and learn how community is not just helpful for our Christian...

One of the most extraordinary things about Jesus was his humility. While being God, he humbled himself and became a man. But even more than that, he became a servant! Jesus did the work that most people didn't want to do, and eventually, Jesus' humility culminated in the cross. It's in Christ's example that we can see who we are supposed to be. This week Pastor Ivey shows us that the path to power...

In the final week of our series through Jonah, Jonah learns that God loves everyone... even Jonah's enemies. Even more amazing, God loves his own enemies! While Jonah hated the idea that God would spare the Ninevites, this turns out to be really good news for us. Watch this week as Pastor Ivey shows us the beauty of a God who loves us regardless of our relational standing with him.

All of us have needed a second chance at some point. Maybe you've needed a third, fourth, or fifth chance too. If this is you, don't miss this message from Pastor Ivey. This week we take a look at Jonah 3 and learn about the abundant mercy and grace of God. God is a God of second chances.

John Ames, Boston Ministry Center Director, grew up in Ivory Coast, West Africa, as the son of Baptist missionaries. After earning a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Taylor University, Ames went on to obtain a Master of Divinity from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and a Master of Theology from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary before founding a nonprofit, Real Steps, that paired...

Listen to Pastor Josh unpack a powerful message about God's grace.

This week we begin a new series in the book of Jonah. Have you ever tried to run from God? If so, the story of Jonah is a powerful reminder that God is always with us and that even in the midst of disobedience, God full of mercy. Watch as Pastor Ivey brings us through the first chapter and we learn about God's unrelenting love for us.

This week, we conclude our captivating series on the extraordinary life of David. Imagine a man who has attained every conceivable dream, blessed by God with immense wealth, power, and success. Yet, beneath the surface of his triumphs, David grapples with an insatiable void, a profound longing for something more. Join us as Pastor Ivey unveils a compelling story from David's journey, revealing the...

People may define success differently, but everybody wants to live a successful life. Most people want to make a difference in the world, leave their mark on society, and hope to be remembered for their accomplishments. What is the biggest factor in finding life success? Pastor Ivey brings us to 2 Samuel 23 and looks at David's mighty warriors to discover the true Biblical secret to a successful l...

What will your legacy be? We don't like to think about the end of our lives, but we all want to leave a meaningful legacy. So much of what we do, we hope, will outlive us. This Sunday we turn to the final words of King David. As we look at David's words, Pastor Ivey will help us discover three truths about building a legacy that glorifies God and is full of meaning.

This week we see the rise and fall of David's son Absalom. Absalom rises up against David and causes great pain to his dad. It is a grim time for David and the Kingdom of Israel. Yet, somehow David keeps his trust in the Lord and exhibits the heart of God in the most difficult circumstances. David helps us learn how to forgive, defeat anxiety, and live in the Gospel.

Being a good dad is tough, and it can often feel overwhelming. Even the best dads may worry they're not doing enough. How can fathers excel at raising the next generation while honoring God? This week, we'll draw valuable lessons from David, the king of Israel and father of 20 children, on how to disciple the next generation.

This week we see one of the most important figures of the Bible fall. David, the chosen king of Israel, was a godly model for decades, but in one afternoon, he threw it all away. Pastor Ivey takes us through the tragic story of David and Bathsheba and we will learn from David's biggest error how to better honor God with our lives.

At this point in 2 Samuel, King David is well established. God has taken him from the pasture to the palace. David now wants to do something very special for the Lord: Build him a temple! It sounds like a wonderful plan, but God refuses. God had a different plan for David's life. This week we explore how to trust God's plan even when it clashes with our own. Watch this and get help on discerning a...