Chapel Pointe Sermons

In this sermon, Pastor Joel Wayne unpacks Jesus calling Levi to follow Him. Levi left everything—his wealth, security, and comfort—to follow Jesus. Pastor Joel shows us that we are called to do the same. Jesus came not for the righteous, but for sinners—offering forgiveness to all who recognize their need for Him. What do you need to leave in order to fully follow Jesus?

Every human need—emotional, financial, relational, and physical—ultimately points to our deeper spiritual need for Jesus. In this message, Pastor Michael Rubino, Lead Pastor at Cornerstone Bible Church in New York, unpacks the healing of a paralytic in Mark 2:1-12. We discover that the four men did whatever it took to bring their paralyzed friend to Jesus for healing. Who do you need to bring to J...

Temporary Healing or Eternal Cleansing: Will you allow Jesus to cleanse you? | Joel Wayne Do you need a spiritual cleansing? In this sermon, Pastor Joel unpacks Mark 1:35-45 and shows us through the story of the leper that a physical healing is temporary, but a spiritual cleansing is for eternity. We also learn that Jesus spent intentional time in prayer, showing the source of His strength was His...

In this sermon, Pastor Joel highlights the authority of Jesus, who calls people to repentance and belief in Him as Savior. Jesus chose ordinary fishermen to follow Him and they immediately left everything to respond to His call. Jesus' bold teaching amazed crowds, and His power over demonic forces and disease demonstrated His divine authority. Pastor Joel challenges us to consider: Who holds ultim...

Do you want to model the life of Jesus the servant? In this sermon, Pastor Joel Wayne explores Mark 1:1-13 and the significance of John the Baptist in preparing the way for a Savior. Through calling people to confession and repentance, John the Baptist prepared people’s hearts for Jesus. We invite you to listen to this message and take time to prepare your heart, be captivated by Jesus, serve Him...

Developing a Strong and Courageous Faith | Dr. Thomas White In moments of uncertainty, we may question how God’s plans will unfold, but we are called to respond with strong and courageous faith. In this sermon, Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University, unpacks how Joshua trusted God to lead him through impossible challenges. We can rely on God’s unwavering presence and promises, knowin...

Have you ever felt God calling you to do something uncomfortable or unexpected, but you resisted? In this sermon, Pastor Joel unpacks the story of Jonah—helping us to discover that even in Jonah’s disobedience, God pursued him. What is God calling you to in 2025, and how will you respond? Worship with Us Hudsonville & Online | 8am, 9:30am, 11:00am Byron Center | 9:00am, 10:30am Holt | 10:00am...

We all long for Jesus the King. In this sermon, Pastor Luke Bilberry unpacks Luke 2:22-35 and explores the lives of Simeon and Anna, who demonstrate what it means to live in hopeful expectation for God’s promises. He encourages us to joyfully wait for Christ's return, faithfully pursue righteousness, and passionately pursue Jesus—regardless of our circumstances. Will you persevere for the sake of...

Traditions fill our lives with meaning and joy—but do they take priority over Jesus? In this message, Pastor Joel explores Mary’s humble surrender and Joseph’s righteous obedience. What is your role in the story of Jesus' birth? Messiah | Joel Wayne | Chapel Pointe Worship with Us Hudsonville & Online | 8am, 9:30am, 11:00am Byron Center | 9:00am, 10:30am Holt | 10:00am Connect With Us Digital...

Messiah: Jesus The Ultimate King Who is the king of your life? Is it Jesus or something else? In this sermon, Pastor Joel unpacks how Jesus is the perfect King—redeeming, restoring, and shepherding His people. Jesus is a King with ultimate authority and calls us to surrender to Him as ruler over every area of our lives. How are you surrendering to the authority of Christ in your life? Messiah | Jo...

Jesus is our Great High Priest, bridging the gap between sinful humanity and a holy God. Jesus’ sacrifice is perfect and eternal, fully atoning for our sins. In this sermon, Pastor Joel unpacks Hebrews 4:14-16 as we discover that Jesus sympathizes with our weaknesses—having faced every temptation yet remaining sinless—allowing us to approach God’s throne with confidence. As the Great High Priest,...

Messiah: Jesus The True Prophet In this sermon, Pastor Joel is joined by our Byron Center Site Pastor Andrew Honeycutt and Holt Site Pastor Andrew Bolkcom. Together, they explore how Jesus is our true Prophet—the ultimate fulfillment of God’s promises and full embodiment of God’s Word. Despite His divine authority, many rejected His message, reflecting humanity’s tendency to resist God’s call to c...

Messiah: Prophet, Priest, and King In this sermon, Pastor Joel unpacks how Jesus is our Prophet, Priest, and King—the Anointed One who bridges the gap between sinful humanity and a holy God. Pastor Joel outlines several Old Testament prophecies that foretold Jesus’ coming, and how many rejected Him due to unmet expectations—seeking temporary deliverance rather than eternal hope. Will you receive o...

In this sermon, Pastor Joel explores The Great Commandment and the importance of loving God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength. The message challenges us to reflect on what competes for the affections of our hearts and how obedience proceeds from our love for Jesus. Drawing from both Matthew 22 and Deuteronomy 6, Pastor Joel illustrates how our love for God transforms our priorities, ha...

We live in a world of shifting beliefs and competing worldviews—so what is truth? In this sermon, Pastor Jim Jeffery explores how Jesus is the truth that truly sets us free from bondage to our sin. By abiding in God’s Word, we can allow the Holy Spirit to guide us, expose Satan’s lies, and anchor us in the truth. Are you living in bondage or freedom? One Way | Jim Jeffery | Chapel Pointe Worship w...

In this sermon, Pastor Joel reminds us that Jesus is the only way to God (John 14:6), and anything that is not built on this foundation will ultimately fall. He explores Acts 4, where Peter and John boldly preach this message despite opposition, healing a crippled man in Jesus' name and proclaiming Jesus as the cornerstone. He shows that salvation is found solely in Jesus, who remains both the fou...

In this sermon, Pastor Joel explores how Daniel and his friends stood firm in their faith despite powerful pressures to bow to idols. In Daniel 3, they refuse to worship Nebuchadnezzar’s golden image—demonstrating their conviction—even at the risk of a fiery furnace. Later, in Daniel 6, Daniel’s loyalty to God leads him into the lions’ den when he refuses to compromise his prayer life under King D...

In this sermon, Pastor Joel explores Daniel’s courage in remaining faithful to God while living in a foreign pagan culture. When pressured by authorities to compromise his beliefs, Daniel stayed true to his convictions, showing that godly disobedience may be necessary when laws oppose Jesus’ teachings. Like Daniel, we’re called to navigate a world often at odds with our faith, drawing our own line...

Politics & Policies What biblical values inform our political views as transformed followers of Jesus? In this sermon, Pastor Joel outlines a biblical foundation for 8 key policies that help us understand how to think God’s thoughts on life’s issues. From family and life to sexuality and immigration, we are called to vote for candidates who are biblically aligned—regardless of personality or p...

What should our posture be towards politics as transformed followers of Christ? In this message, Pastor Joel explores the connection between faith and politics, focusing on Romans 13:1-8. Drawing from Scripture, Joel explains that Jesus is the only solution to the problems of the world, and the biblical truth is to outweigh our personal preferences. Throughout the sermon, Joel outlines the biblica...

The Glory of Jesus | Colossians 1:15-23 The only way to find peace is to go to the cross. In this sermon from Colossians 1:15-23, Pastor Luke Bilberry dives deep into the supremacy and sufficiency of Christ. Discover how Jesus, the image of the invisible God, is not only our Creator and Sustainer but also the One who reconciles us to God through His sacrifice on the cross. How will you respond to...

So often, we get caught up in things other than Jesus. We can be so distracted by finances, busyness, even our kids—that we lose the significance of the gospel message. In this message, Pastor Joel outlines several key ways we can overcome these distractions to live for Jesus. What are you getting wrapped up in other than Jesus? What do you need to surrender to God? One Way | Joel Wayne | Chapel P...

The Characteristics of Disciples | Luke 5:1-11 In this message on Luke 5:1-11, Pastor Joel explores how Peter surrendered his boat—and later his entire life—showing that true discipleship requires surrendering everything to Jesus. As believers, we are called to surrender self, learn more about Him, obey when we don't agree, worship, and make disciples—even when we aren't fully trained. How will yo...

Core Biblical Truths | John 14:6 As followers of Jesus, we need to be challenged to not only claim faith but to live by the transformative power of the gospel. In this message, Pastor Joel unpacks the core biblical truths that define a genuine Christian life and encourages believers to find clarity and strength in God's Word.  Core Biblical Truths - God - Trinity - Jesus - The Bible - Sin - The Go...

What is the church? The church is the body of Christ, a group of people committed to proclaiming that Jesus is Lord. In this sermon, Pastor Joel explores a brief history of the church, why the church is struggling today, and outlines four primary areas Chapel Pointe is seeking to advance the Kingdom. Through the local church, spiritual leadership initiatives, family of churches, and kingdom expans...