Chapel Pointe Sermons

God's grace can change anyone's story, and He can use anyone willing to follow Him. In this message, Pastor Joel walks through Acts 9 and the radical transformation of Saul, along with Ananias's willingness to obey God despite his fear. You'll discover how a trusting and receptive heart can be used to advance God's mission and be challenged to consider where fear might be keeping you from taking a...

What comes out of our lives when we're under pressure? In this message, Josh Fuller walks through Acts 8 and how the gospel continued to spread as the early church faced persecution. Through Philip's example, we'll see what it looks like to remain faithful to Jesus, recognize opportunities to share the gospel, and boldly proclaim the good news when following Him isn't easy. Not everyone who hears...

Truth is worth standing for, even when it costs us everything. In this message, Pastor Joel walks through Acts 7 and the story of Stephen, who boldly proclaimed the truth about Jesus in the face of persecution. Stephen’s example challenges us to live with faith, wisdom, and grace, relying on the Holy Spirit to stand firm in God’s truth and extend forgiveness to those who persecute us. When followi...

When internal tension threatens to divide the early church, humble leadership and Spirit-filled believers step up to bring unity and continue the spread of the Gospel. In this sermon on Acts 6, Pastor Joel examines the calling of the seven leaders; including Stephen, and we discover biblical principles for handling division, opposition, and hardship. Worship with Us Hudsonville & Online | 8am,...

The good news of Jesus cannot be silenced. In this message, Pastor Joel walks through Acts 5 and the apostles’ boldness in proclaiming Jesus, even in the face of division, opposition, and persecution. The apostles’ example challenges us to obey God above all else and speak about Jesus with courage, trusting that no earthly power can stop God’s mission. Will you remain faithful to sharing the hope...

In Acts 4, Peter and John face arrest for healing a lame man, yet boldly proclaim that salvation is found in Jesus alone. Though ordinary and uneducated, their courageous witness proves the power of a life transformed by the Holy Spirit. Faced with ongoing threats, the early church responded not by praying for safety, but by praying relentlessly for boldness to keep sharing the gospel. This Spirit...

Jesus has the power to heal and transform lives. In this message, Pastor Joel walks through Acts 3 and the healing of a man lame from birth, showing how the miracle pointed to the power of Jesus. We’ll see how Peter used this opportunity to boldly proclaim the gospel and call people to repent and believe in Jesus. We’ll also be challenged to recognize God’s work in our lives, respond with gratitud...

The Holy Spirit transforms ordinary people into bold witnesses for Jesus. In this message, Pastor Joel walks through Acts 2 and the coming of the Holy Spirit, Peter’s Spirit-empowered preaching, and the birth of the early church. We’ll see what it looks like for the Church to be deeply devoted to the Word, biblical community, prayer, generosity, compassion, and worship—and challenged to keep preac...

Power is found in the Holy Spirit alone. In this message, Pastor Joel unpacks Acts 1 and the supernatural shift that occurred as Jesus ascended into heaven. You will discover the difference between the indwelling of the Spirit at salvation and daily living in His overflowing power. As we examine the early church's devotion to prayer, unity, and Scripture, you will be challenged to evaluate where y...

Are we blending into the culture around us, or does our faith actually sound distinct? In this message on Acts 17:16–34, Pastor Luke shares on Paul’s confrontation with the culture at the Areopagus in Athens. Just like ancient Athens, our modern culture is full of hidden altars—from comfort and sports to self-image, family, and religious tribalism. Discover how to identify the idols competing for...

Following Jesus brings both opportunity and opposition. In this message, Pastor Joel walks through Paul’s journey in Acts 17, from Thessalonica to Berea, where the gospel continues to spread despite resistance, persecution, and closed doors. Paul’s journey reminds us that the gospel has the power to turn the world upside down—not through earthly power, but through humble service, sacrificial love,...

What happens when obedience to God leads you somewhere difficult? In this message, Pastor Joel walks through Acts 16 and the story of Paul and Silas in prison, showing us that our circumstances don’t determine our worship or our obedience. Even after being beaten and imprisoned, they prayed and worshipped God, and their response to suffering became a testimony that ultimately pointed a desperate j...

What do we do when God closes a door we thought He would open? In this message, Pastor Joel walks through Paul’s journey in Acts 16 and shows how God often leads us not only by opening doors, but by closing them. As Paul follows the Spirit’s direction, God takes him to unexpected places and unsuspecting people to accomplish His greater purpose. You’ll be challenged to trust God’s direction even wh...

Prayer is how we fight our spiritual battle. In this message, Pastor Joel unpacks how prayer activates all of the armor of God. You will discover why prayer isn't optional but essential, and how praying in the Spirit, at all times, and with persistence keeps you standing firm against the enemy's schemes. Will you stand and fight? Worship with Us Hudsonville & Online | 8am, 9:30am, 11:00am Byro...

We are constantly bombarded by thoughts that are not of God. In this message, Pastor Joel unpacks the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit. You will discover the power of taking thoughts captive by wearing the helmet of salvation and how to stand and fight the evil one with the Word of God. Will you stand and fight? Worship with Us Hudsonville & Online | 8am, 9:30am, 11:00am Byron C...

Never go into battle without your boots and your shield. In this message, Pastor Jim explores the boots of the gospel of peace and the shield of faith from Ephesians 6. Discover how the gospel gives you a firm foundation to stand in every spiritual battle and how faith in Christ extinguishes the enemy's attacks. Are you ready to stand firm this week with the peace of the gospel and the shield of f...

Truth is found in Christ alone. In this message, Pastor Joel unpacks the belt of truth and the breastplate of righteousness. You will discover how to protect your heart by focusing on the truth of Scripture and be challenged to evaluate where you look for truth. Will you hold tightly to the truth of God’s Word? Worship with Us Hudsonville & Online | 8am, 9:30am, 11:00am Byron Center | 9:30am,...

We're in a daily spiritual battle for our souls, yet too often, we feel unequipped to fight it. In this message, Pastor Joel shows us that our spiritual battle isn’t against flesh and blood, but against forces of evil. You will discover how to discern lies of the enemy and be reminded that the battle is already won through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Are you giving greater voice to...

How should we live in light of Jesus’ return? As we conclude our Core Series, Pastor Luke unpacks what the Bible actually says about prophecy and the end times. Whatever fear, confusion, or curiosity you've brought to the subject of end times, this message is an invitation to fix your eyes on the God who kept every promise about Jesus' first coming, and who will keep every promise about His return...

Angels are mentioned 260+ times across Scripture, but there is often confusion in our culture about their identity, nature, and mission. This week, Pastor Jim Jeffery unpacks Scripture and helps us understand the truth about angels, demons, and supernatural beings. Worship with Us Hudsonville & Online | 8am, 9:30am, 11:00am Byron Center | 9:30am, 11:00am Connect with Us Website: https://chapel...

What is the church? In this message, Josh Fuller unpacks what the Bible actually says about the Church—not a building or a box to check, but a people called out by God, indwelt by His Spirit, and bound together as one body, one family, and the bride of Christ.  Whatever your church story has been, this message is an invitation to see the Church the way God does and to find your place in it. Worshi...

What is salvation? In this message, Pastor Luke Bilberry shows us that salvation is by grace and through faith in Jesus Christ. You'll discover why we desperately need to be rescued and you'll be encouraged that God's answer to our sin is complete, free, and available to anyone. Apart from Jesus, we are dead in our trespasses. In Jesus, we are alive, justified, and eternally secure. Worship with U...

What is sin? In this message, John VanDyke unpacks the problem, experience, and solution of sin in the life of every person. You'll discover why sin separates us from God and you’ll be encouraged that God's answer to our sin is complete in Jesus Christ. Apart from Jesus, we are hopelessly separated from God. Abiding in Jesus, we are eternally secure with Him. Worship with Us Hudsonville & Onli...

What does it mean to be human? Drawing from Genesis 1, Pastor Joel unpacks the doctrine of humanity and what it means that every person is created in the image of God (Imago Dei). In this message, you'll learn how and why God created us and why our identity is inseparable from our Creator. Whether you're wrestling with questions of identity, purpose, or what it means to flourish as a human being,...

What is the role of the Holy Spirit? This week, Pastor Joel dives into what Scripture says about the third Person of the Trinity, the One Jesus promised would be our Helper, Guide, and source of power for living the Christian life. In this message, Pastor Joel unpacks how the Holy Spirit indwells believers in Jesus and helps us live like Jesus. You’ll discover how to walk by the Spirit and not by...