Azure Hills Seventh-day Adventist Church

In a world that’s constantly shifting, what does it mean to build your life on something that lasts? Last Sabbath at our 9am and 11:45am worship services, Pastor Tara VinCross kicks off our new series with Unshakable Foundation, exploring Jesus’ words in Matthew 7:24–27. We learned how one life, rooted in Christ, can weather any storm—featuring a powerful testimony from our church community. Join...

What if being a disciple isn’t about driving harder—but about growing deeper? In Ephesians 3:14-21, Paul speaks of a love so vast, it reshapes our identity and roots us in something unshakable. Last Sabbath, we explore how to live planted in Christ’s love for a lifetime. To be planted in Christ invites us to be grounded in the community of Christ-followers. Join us for live worship every Saturday...

This sabbath, we celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by having a guest speaker, Dr. Johnny Ramirez-Johnson, professor of Anthropology in the School of Intercultural Studies at Fuller Seminary, share about how Hispanic theology speaks powerfully into our collective hope—the return of Christ and the resurrection of the dead all through delving into Mark 12:18-27. Hispanic theology output focuses on t...

Political violence and division are shaking our nation. Families are grieving, communities are fractured, and many are asking: Where is God in the midst of so much death and despair? In Luke 7, Jesus meets a grieving widow at the gate of her city. With a word, He stops the funeral and restores life where there was only loss. Pastor Daniel concluded our series "Alive Again: Compassion Resurrects,"...

What if compassion is more than kindness? What if it’s powerful enough to raise the dead? This Sabbath, Pastor Daniel Xisto began a new two-part series exploring the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son. These familiar stories hide an unfamiliar truth: every time Luke uses the word compassion, someone who is “as good as dead” comes alive again. We discovered how compassion isn’t just a feeling — it...

We’ve come to the final section of the Sermon on the Mount. Here, Jesus pivots and gives three powerful illustrations that bring us to the most consequential teaching in His entire message. This Sabbath, Pastor Sabina unfolded Christ’s final invitation—an invitation that was urgent then and remains just as urgent now. Join us for live worship every Saturday at 9am and 11:45am in Grand Terrace. Our...

What if asking—really asking—is the most powerful thing you can do? Jesus invites us to stop performing, stop manipulating, and start living with honesty, humility, and bold trust. Discover how asking can change your relationship with God… and everyone else. This Sabbath we reflect on Jesus' words in Matthew 7:7-12 —words that help us understand how to live the ways of the Kingdom of God. Join us...

“Judge not” is more than a command—it’s a call to self-awareness and mercy. Before we confront the speck in someone else’s eye, Jesus invites us to deal honestly with our own hearts. Join us as we discover how following the Way of the Kingdom begins with humility. This Sabbath we reflect on Jesus' words in Matthew 7:1-6 —words that move us towards compassion instead of condemnation. At our 9am and...

Did you know chronic worry shrinks your brain’s ability to plan and connect… but trust in loving relationships can begin to reverse it? We all worry — about bills, bodies, relationships, and the future. But what if Jesus’ words in Matthew 6:25-34, “Do not worry about your life…”, were not just a spiritual ideal, but a radical invitation to freedom? This Sabbath, we explored what neuroscience revea...

Jesus just finishes teaching us to how to pray and also to how to fast. It is here that the second half of his most famous Sermon on the Mount begins. Jesus starts landing the plane speaking about treasures. Matthew 6:19-21 is our main text in part 9 of our series “The Narrow Way." Join us for live worship every Saturday at 9am and 11:45am in Grand Terrace. Our address is 22633 Barton Rd, Grand Te...

Jesus’ words in this message called the Sermon on the Mount challenged the disciples to live the ways of God right where they were. The same is true today. These words show us what it truly means to pursue the ways of God in this world we live in. This is not an easy calling. There is deep, inner work required. This Sabbath we reflect on Jesus' words in Matthew 6:5-18 —words that move us towards a...

This presentation and open discussion was led by Dr. Nicholas Miller, Seminary professor and religious liberty attorney. Together, we explored how Revelation 13 speaks to current political realities—from Christian nationalism and the rule of law to immigration, ICE, and recent Supreme Court decisions. Join us for live worship every Saturday at 9am and 11:45am in Grand Terrace. Our address is 22633...

“Love your enemies.” It’s one of Jesus’ most quoted commands—and one of His most misunderstood and difficult. What did Jesus really mean when He said it? Does loving our enemies mean staying silent in the face of harm? Pretending everything is okay? Agreeing with people who’ve wounded us? This Sabbath at Azure Hills, in a message titled "The Bridge Between Us," Pastor Daniel takes us deeper into M...

Jesus’ disciples had an idea of what God’s Kingdom, i.e. "the good life" would be like. But it wasn’t same picture Jesus revealed in the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus’ words in this message challenged them, showing what it means to truly live pursuing the heart of God. This Sabbath we reflect on Jesus' words in Matthew 5:33-42—words that inspire us to have congruence between what’s in our heart and w...

What makes something right or wrong? Is it the rule of law? Is it an authority? In Matthew 5:21-32, Jesus talks about what fulfilling the law looks like. He goes to the heart of two very prominent commandments, “you shall not murder,” and “you shall not commit adultery.” And he introduces each one by saying, “You have heard… And then he says, ”But I tell you…!” Pastor Mike Leno will explore what J...

The word “true” describes something accurate, constant, and unchanging. In geography, "True North" points directly to the geographic North Pole — the fixed point at the top of the Earth’s axis. Unlike magnetic north, which shifts about 30 miles each year, "True North" stays steady. It’s a reliable guide — and knowing where it is can mean the difference between arriving at your destination or getti...

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus paints a picture of what it means to be part of the Kingdom of God —not a kingdom of violence or domination, but one of hope, marked by mercy, justice, and humble power. We will reflect on Jesus' words from Matthew 5:17-20—words that inspire us to believe in Jesus as the fulfillment of who we were made to be, and that invite us to hold onto hope for what matters m...

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus paints a picture of what it means to be part of His kingdom—not a kingdom of violence or domination, but a subversive one that is marked by mercy, justice, and humble power. This Sabbath we reflect on His words from Matthew 5:13–16—words that call us to be salt and light. These are not just poetic metaphors. They are a summons. A mission. A sacred calling. Pastor...

Pastor Daniel kicks off Azure Hills’ summer series "The Narrow Way" with Matthew 5:1–12—Jesus’ most iconic and subversive teaching. Though it spans just three chapters (Matthew 5–7), the Sermon on the Mount completely redefines what it means to live a good life. What if blessing doesn’t look like success? What if the kingdom belongs not to the strong but to the poor in spirit? In a world chasing p...

We are excited to have Dr. Gilbert Valentine as our guest speaker! Dr. Valentine is a respected Adventist scholar and educator who, even in retirement, continues to teach occasionally at the H.M.S. Richards Divinity School at La Sierra University in California. Originally from New Zealand, Dr. Valentine has served the Adventist Church in pastoral ministry, youth leadership, and higher education ar...

This week’s message walks us through Daniel chapter 6—but not just as a story about lions and deliverance. We’ll uncover how this ancient story points directly to Jesus, the One who was consumed so that we could be saved. We’ll also reflect on how unjust systems—then and now—target those who seek peace, justice, and truth. In a world full of modern-day lion’s dens, we are reminded: "our God is sti...

For our Diversity Sabbath this year, we're honored to have Dr. Jonathan Park, president of our Southeastern California Conference, as our guest speaker! Elder Park was born in Korea and came to the United States when he was young. He has always wanted to be a pastor, and God has graciously made his dream come true. He is married to Ashley, has three children, and knows he is very blessed. He curre...

Pastor Sabina Vieira will share the message entitled “Naming God: The Legacy of Encounter,” where she will explore the powerful story of an unexpected mother who will challenge the ways we think about legacy and discipleship.

Elder Caleb VinCross preached a sermon titled, "Neither!, the best bad news we need to hear today." You are invited into the presence of God, a place where all belong. Caleb VinCross is a Seventh-day Adventist pastor, educator, and board certified healthcare chaplain. Caleb has a passion for creating space for people to learn, grow, and authentically express their thoughts and feelings. Caleb join...

Jesus resurrects and doesn’t immediately ascend; He stays with His disciples for a few weeks longer. John 21 is a reminder that good things don’t have to be rushed. It’s a story that reveals the pathway to forgiveness and is an invitation to participate in the healing of a fractured world.   Pastor Gabriel Morales will share a sermon called, “The Breakfast Club.”