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As we step into a new year and approach a major milestone as a church, this message challenges us to pause and ask one powerful question: What am I really thinking about? Because lasting change doesnt start with new habits or better circumstancesit starts with a renewed mindset. Retrain Your Brain is an invitation to break free from unhealthy thought patterns and learn how God brings transformatio...

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Christmas Eve is a sacred pausea moment to slow down, gather together, and remember why this night matters. In this Christmas Eve message, we celebrate the unexpected gift of Gods lighta light that shines into darkness, brings perspective where fear has taken hold, and guides us onto a path of peace. After centuries of waiting and wondering, God broke the silence in the most unexpected way: not wi...

What do you do when God makes you wait? Waiting can mess with your faith, your expectations, and your confidence in God. At Christmas especially, its easy to wonder: Is God still working? Did I miss something? Is He really coming through? In this message, we explore the unexpected gift hidden in the waitingthrough the story of Simeon, the promise of Jesus first coming, and the hope of His return....

Christmas is a season full of wonder, joy, and celebration but some of Gods greatest gifts show up in the midst of lifes messiness. In this message from our Advent series The Unexpected Gift, we explore the peace Jesus brings, why it often comes when we least expect it, and how it can calm even the busiest, most restless hearts. If youve ever longed for true rest, this message is for you.

Christmas is a season filled with wonder, joy, and unexpected moments but some of the greatest gifts God gives us challenge us, stretch us, and invite us into something deeper. In this message from our Christmas series The Unexpected Gift, we explore what it really means to embrace the gift God offers and why it often costs more than we expect. If youve ever struggled with surrender, control, or t...

Have you ever had life completely interrupt your plans? Mary sure did. In Luke 1, God steps into a small town, chooses an overlooked teenage girl, and flips her world upside down not to punish her, but to birth something supernatural in her and through her. In this message, Pastor Jeremy unpacks how God often works in the places and moments we least expect the interruptions, the disruptions, and e...

Have you ever started something strong but struggled to finish? From fitness goals to financial promises to spiritual commitments desire gets us started, but only commitment keeps us going. In this powerful final message of our Strong Courageous series, Pastor Jeremy takes us to the closing chapter of Joshuas life, where a 110-year-old leader stands before Israel and boldly declares: As for me and...

What gives someone the courage to face giants at 85 years old? In Joshua 14, Caleb shows us what it looks like to live strong, courageous, and wholehearted. This message will challenge your attitude, ignite your faith, and remind you that Gods promises dont have an expiry date. Get ready to rediscover your why and step boldly into the future God has for you!

This week, we continue our Strong and Courageous series through the book of Joshua where God repeatedly tells Joshua to be strong and courageous in the face of every challenge ahead. Today we will explore Joshua 7 and the story of Achan, whose hidden sin brought trouble not just on himself but on the entire nation of Israel. Its a powerful reminder that sin doesnt just affect us, it impacts others...

Ever felt stuck -- like youve hit a wall and cant move forward? Whether its fear, exhaustion, discouragement, or circumstances out of our control, we all face moments that test our faith. In this message from Joshua 6, Pastor Jeremy reminds us that Gods promises dont mean we wont face obstacles, they mean the walls wont win! Discover how to keep walking when progress isnt obvious, how to faith wha...

What would you do if you could eliminate all self-doubt, insecurity and fear of the opinions of others? What would you do if you knew the God of the universe, who created and formed you, BELIEVED IN YOU? He does!! Join us as our guest, Rev. Kevin Shepherd, unpacks this life-changing truth and encourages us that God has a plan and you are a part of it!

Are you asking the right questions? Sometimes the breakthrough were waiting for doesnt come from finding better answersit comes from asking better questions. In this message from our Strong Courageous series, we step into a defining moment in Joshuas leadership journey. On the eve of battle, standing between the miracle of the Jordan and the walls of Jericho, Joshua encounters a mysterious figure...

Ever feel like youre standing on the edge of something new, but fear or uncertainty is holding you back? In this message from our Strong Courageous series, we look at Joshua 34 and discover how God leads us into the unknown, makes a way where there is no way, and turns our obstacles into opportunities. Learn how to step out in faith, build memorials of Gods faithfulness, and find courage for whats...

100 milliseconds. Thats all it takes for our brains to assess people, categorize them and make a judgment on how they fit in our lives. Its true when they say You never get a second chance to make a first impression! This powerful ability of our brain serves us well a lot of the time, but sometimes theres a glitch - weve all mischaracterized people and weve all been misjudged ourselves! Is this po...

Were kicking off a brand-new series called STRONG COURAGEOUS in the book of Joshua! In this message, Pastor Jeremy unpacks Joshua 1 and shows us how Gods call often comes in seasons of uncertaintybut always with His promises and His presence. Discover how you can step boldly into your next season, cultivate courage through Gods Word, and trust the God who never fails to keep His promises.

If you snoozeyou lose! Every day we face calls to action - act now, dont wait", dont hesitate! Hesitation can cost you! In this powerful Kickoff Sunday message, well see how hesitation can hold you back from Gods blessing but quick obedience opens the door to breakthrough. So dont wait. Dont delay. Dont hesitate. This message could lead to the step of faith you need to launch into a brand-new seas...

Life can feel uncertain, and many of us wrestle with worry about the future. But the Bible reminds us that we dont need to live in fear or doubtwe can live with Blessed Assurance. In this message from James 1:18, Pastor Jeremy unpacks the truth that in Christ we are chosen, loved, and secure. Discover how to shift from anxiety to peace, how to root your identity in Gods love, and how to walk with...

Discipleship is more than being rescued its learning to swim and teaching others to do the same. In this message from our Lifeguard series, Pastor Olivia explores how following Jesus, mentoring others, and passing on faith (Matthew 28:18-20, 2 Timothy 2:2) creates ripples that transform lives and the next generation. Well see how modeling faith, guiding others in obedience, and multiplying discipl...

This summer weve been diving into our Lifeguard Series learning how to train, scan the waters, spot warning signs, trust our life preserver, and walk in the buddy system. But what happens when we spiritually drown? What do we do when sin, struggles, or lifes weight pulls us under? And how does God call us to respond when someone around us is gasping for spiritual breath? In todays message we will...

Life isnt always smooth sailing; it can feel risky, unpredictable, and at times overwhelming. Thats why God designed us for communitynot to walk alone, but to live with faith-filled friends who help us stay strong in Him. In this message from our Lifeguard series, Pastor Jeremy shares why the Buddy System isnt just good adviceits Gods idea. Drawing from Ecclesiastes 4 and the friendship of David a...

In this message, we explore how the Holy Spirit is not just a theological idea, but a present help -- like a life preserver tossed to someone drowning. Drawing from John 16:33 and Acts 16, we see how the Spirit is an advantage for us as we navigate deep waters. If you've ever felt like you're drowning, this is for you. Let the Holy Spirit hold you up.

It seems that everywhere you go, everything you do, everything you buy today, comes with warning signs and labels! From Slippery When Wet to Not for Human Consumption, were surrounded by warning signs. While some seem more practical than others, they all exist for one reason: because someone, somewhere ignored the obvious. In this weeks message from our Lifeguard summer series, we explore the spir...

In this high-impact message from our Lifeguard summer sermon series, Pastor Jeremy takes us on a deep dive into 1 Peter 5:611, where well learn to scan for the silent signs of distress and watch for the subtle indicators of spiritual danger in our own lives and the lives of those around us. If you've ever felt spiritually distracted, discouraged, or disconnectedthis message is for you!

Training. We train for just about every thing thats important in our lives: sports, careers, even hobbies but what about training for godliness? In this practical and inspiring message from our Lifeguard summer series, Pastor Jeremy challenges us with the words of Paul in 1 Timothy 4:712: Train yourself to be godly. Spiritual training, well see, takes so many of the same attributes as strength tra...