Blaze Church

This Christmas season, Blaze Church explores The Gifts of Christmas, beginning with the gift of God's Presence. Through Jesus, God chose to be with us, walking in our joys and struggles, offering peace, comfort, and forgiveness. Matthew 1:23 and Psalm 139 reveal God's intimate nearness, even in our mess. By confessing sin, prioritizing time with Him, engaging in worship, and reflecting on Scriptur...

In Beating Burnout, Part 3 of the Peace of Mind series, we explore how chronic stress can lead to emotional, physical, and spiritual exhaustion. Using Elijah’s journey in 1 Kings 19, we identify four decisions that contribute to burnout: overexertion, isolation, negative thinking, and forgetting God. Yet, God’s response to Elijah’s despair is compassionate, offering rest, nourishment, and His gent...

What are you ruled by? In the story of the twelve men who were sent to report on the conditions of the land of Caanan, ten of them came back with a perspective that was based in fear. Two of the men had faith and a positive outlook. They all saw potential, but most of them refused to take the risk. For you to function at your best, you need to step out, trust God and take a risk. When you are rule...

This message in the Peace of Mind series explores anxiety and how to find peace. Facing overwhelming odds, Jehoshaphat sought God, fasted, gathered his community, and prayed with full dependence on the Lord. When we feel anxious, we are invited to turn to God in similar ways: through intentional prayer, fasting, and relying on supportive, faith-filled community. Ultimately, this sermon reminds us...

In the first message of the Peace of Mind series, we examine Jesus’ teaching on worry, rooted in trusting God as our Father. Jesus tells us not to worry because God, our loving Father, knows our needs and values us deeply—more than even the birds He provides for. When we forget this relationship, we fall into “value amnesia,” doubting our worth and security. Jesus calls us to seek God’s Kingdom fi...

In this sermon titled "Living in the End Times," part of the You Asked For It series, the message addresses common misconceptions about the end times, emphasizing hope over fear. Drawing from Matthew 24 and 1 Thessalonians 4-5, it explores the biblical context of Jesus’ teachings on the destruction of the temple and His eventual return. The message encourages living as "children of light," ready f...

In this message, we celebrate Blaze Church's incredible journey since 2015, reflecting on God's miraculous work in our community. Sharing our faith is not just a "good thing" for followers of Jesus to do — it is a command of Jesus. Through the story of the Good Samaritan, we explore practical steps to notice people, recognize their needs, and take action to make Jesus known. You'll also hear an ex...

As parents, we must remember that our children belong to God. We must be intentional about teaching our children and we need wisdom! In this message, we look at the book of Exodus where Moses’ parents had to make a big decision and trust God. We'll discover how to apply this truth in our own homes. Whether you are a parent or not, this message will encourage and strengthen your faith in God to tru...

How do we manage time in a way that honors God? In this practical message, you'll discover that effective time management is about prioritization, not merely being busy. Haggai chapter 1 challenges us to assess whether our priorities align with God's, urging us to "think about it" before making commitments. The key to time management is putting God first. We are encouraged to seek godly counsel in...

Relationships can be complicated, especially when you don't see eye to eye. Pastor Greg Surratt shares practical tips on how to handle disagreements in relationships. He teaches from James 4:1, which challenges us to consider our internal desires as the source of quarrels, and Ephesians 4:1-2 which calls us to live out our Christian faith with humility and gentleness. By embodying the fruits of th...

Our final core value is Unity: Life Is Better Together. The message emphasizes that God loves unity and calls His people to live in harmony. We need to embrace four key steps for fostering unity: determining your mindset, discovering your purpose, developing your character, and displaying your faith. We also celebrate every Dream Team member, who embodies these principles by serving the church. Ou...

In this message, we dive into Blaze Church's sixth core value: "Generosity Is Our Privilege." Drawing from Acts 20:35 and 2 Corinthians 8-9, we explore the biblical principle that generosity is not about the amount but about the heart behind the gift. True generosity is sacrificial and joyful, and it reflects the grace of the Gospel. As followers of Christ, we give not out of obligation but as an...

Maturity is a process! In this sermon, "I Have A Next Step," part of the "Family Values" series at Blaze Church, the focus is on the core value of Maturity. Drawing from Luke 8:4-15 and Ephesians 3:16-17, the message emphasizes that spiritual maturity is a continuous journey influenced by the condition of one's heart. Through the Parable of the Sower, the sermon illustrates how different heart con...

In this sermon, based on 2 Kings 5, we explore the fourth core value of Blaze Church: "Go Low," which emphasizes humility. Through the story of Naaman, a powerful commander humbled by leprosy, we learn that pride is a barrier to God’s grace. Naaman’s journey from prideful self-reliance to humble obedience illustrates the transformative power of God’s grace. The message encourages us to examine are...

Our third value at Blaze Church is Passion: Always Do Your Best! Drawing from 1 Corinthians 10:31 and the story of Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5, we highlight the dangers of half-hearted commitment and the need for wholehearted devotion. The message will urge people to pursue excellence for God’s glory, both individually and collectively. We discover that deception destroys passion, and devotion...

What feelings and thoughts rise up when you are around someone different from you? Our second core value at Blaze Church is “Every Person Matters.” This is a messy value; it will cause us to love and value all people, and sometimes that’s hard. Drawing from Acts 10, the sermon explores the story of Peter and Cornelius, highlighting how God’s plan transcends cultural and ethnic boundaries. Peter’s...

In our series on Blaze Church’s Core Values, we begin with “Jesus Over Everything,” inspired by Paul’s message in Athens. Paul observed the city's idolatry and addressed its people, affirming their religiosity but pointing to their confusion. He proclaimed that God, the Creator of everything, doesn’t dwell in man-made temples. Paul emphasized the need for repentance, revealing the resurrection of...

Who has the right to rearrange the furniture in your house? You! Because you are the owner! Jesus entered the temple in Jerusalem and began turning over tables and driving out the merchants. When questioned about his authority to do such a thing, Jesus responded by declaring that He was the temple that would be destroyed and raised up in three days. When we surrender our lives to Jesus, we give Hi...

Greed is sneaky. That’s why Jesus said to watch out for it. Often, we justify our greedy decisions, especially when we feel pain and grief. But if we’re honest, no one likes a greedy person. There was a moment when a rich, young leader came to Jesus asking how to receive eternal life. Jesus exposed the greed in his heart. Through their conversation, we discover that while riches can make following...

In this message, we will discover that priorities are not just about ourselves but that God desires for us to have friendships; real bonds here on earth that point us to His love. When we love others as ourselves we are fulfilling the gospel message. Jonathan understood this when his friend David was being hunted by his Father. Lightning McQueen, in the movie Cars, realizes that life is better whe...

Did you know God created all of your emotions and not just the happy ones? Continuing our series, At the Movies, we explore the movie Inside Out in connection with God’s word to learn that God created us with a spectrum of emotions, each serving a purpose in our lives. And we will see that just as Riley's emotions worked together in the film, we too should acknowledge and embrace all of our feelin...

Where do people go when they die? There are a lot of suggestions ranging from reincarnation to nothingness to the afterlife. It is clear that people are curious about what happens when someone dies. The Christian message declares that people either spend eternity in the presence of God or are separated from the presence of God. In this message, we discover what the Bible says about heaven and hell...

The final charge Peter the Apostle gives in his letter is Stand Firm! Children of God are protected by the mighty hand of God. Knowing this, we can choose humility in a world that celebrates pride. We do not have to carry burdens; Jesus invites us to cast all our cares on Him. The devil wants to devour us. Our response is to live alert and sober-minded. Christ has already confronted and defeated S...

In the book of 1 Peter, the apostle Peter was speaking to Christians in Rome, but his words are for us today as well. We should have the same mindset — a mindset to do the Father’s will, a mindset towards eternity. God says: I want you to do my will specifically for you. It’s not about you! Be Christlike God sets up boundaries in our life for our good. Jesus gives us a new way of living. Our norma...

On Father’s Day, we reflect on what it means to be a child of God. Believers are called to exhibit unity, sympathy, love, compassion, and humility. By living these qualities, others should recognize us as God’s children, just as people say, "He’s his father’s son." Even in suffering, we share the hope within us with gentleness and respect. The transformation in Peter, who boldly proclaimed Jesus d...