Church in the Valley - Ontario Ranch Campus

When we are faced with a decision that surprises us (positive or negative), a difficult but crucial thing is to discover what’s real underneath all of the swirling thoughts and emotions. The right question to ask is: Am I being completely honest with myself? We are constantly in danger of self-deception (Jeremiah 17:9) and must do whatever it takes to get the facts (Proverbs 18:13) and refuse to r...

Jesus came to give His life as a ransom for many, this was His purpose for living (Mark 10:45). When He faced the reality of the price He would pay on the cross, He surrendered to God’s will. By His example, He showed us what to do when we face hard choices in life. He asked the right question and surrendered to God’s will. The right question to ask: How does this fit into my purpose for living? O...

Genuine friendships and family relationships thrive when the truth is spoken in an atmosphere of love. This message will provide a practical guide for speaking the truth in an atmosphere of love.

Love does not keep a record of wrongs but learns to let go of offenses and be patient with others. Learn how to choose genuine forgiveness.

Big Idea: Love is not rude but chooses to show respect and honor to others. We will uncover the key signs that indicate you are showing respect for those around you.

Humility is a state of mind that expresses itself in our words and deeds. Learn how this underrated quality is a key to loving others in practical ways.

Envy is resenting God’s goodness to others and ignoring God’s goodness to me. In this message, we will look at how to get past resentment to love the people around you.

If I don’t live a life of love, nothing I say, know, believe, give or accomplish will matter. God wants us to live a life of love and will show us how to if we trust Him.

Faith is the gateway for God’s power to work through our lives – to accomplish His work in us and through us.

To follow Jesus means that we will serve our friends and family and invite them to follow Christ with us.

In Jesus’ Kingdom, those who serve are the greatest and those who take last place are first. To follow Jesus, I must humbly accept my role in the Kingdom and allow God to establish my rank as He sees fit.

Jesus’ way to live is upside down from our values and approach. In faith, we must choose to keep “losing our lives” to find the life we really want. To follow Jesus I must embrace His values and ways.

Following Jesus means that I choose over and over again to do the will of God over what I want to do (from the heart). This is the key to the best life filled with purpose, meaning and God’s blessing.

Following Jesus means that we follow the King. It's crucial to understand how you enter His Kingdom - we must seek to enter and when we do, the Father allows us to enter. We continue to follow in the same way we enter. (In this message, I will also talk about the significance of the Lord's Supper.)

Looking at the opportunities the New Year brings.

Christmas is the story of 1 Act of kindness that brings hope to the entire world.

Jesus’ birth is proof that God keeps His promises that He gave us through the prophets. In this message we will trace the promises given and the fulfillment in Christ that reinforces our faith and worship during the Christmas season.

Jesus shows us the importance staying on the path His word shows us (Psalm 119:105) to know the truth that brings freedom. The word of God shows us the path to freedom from sin and the habits that enslave us. It is the key to overcoming temptation (Matthew 4:4-11) and gaining victory over the enemy (Ephesians 6:17).

Church leaders are commanded to devote themselves to the word of God (all Christians should as well – Acts 2:42). Maturity in the church is measured by those who have “trained themselves by practice” to do life God’s way. We can trust men and women who obey God and His Word above their own opinions and desires.

There are solid reasons to put our confidence in the integrity of the Bible. In this message, we will look at the reasons we can trust the Bible as is and the importance of letting the Bible judge us, not putting ourselves above it and twisting it in any way.

Jesus tells us that His words provide the only solid foundation for living. If we build our life on His words, we cannot be shaken by the storms of life and will experience the blessing of God.

When trouble strikes, our attitude will determine whether it tears us down or builds us up. Learn the benefit of focusing your mind in the face of trouble by putting your hope in God. If we work through trouble with a joyful attitude it can be a real advantage for all involved.

Taking a faith approach to our work is crucial to a productive life. Concerns and worry in the midst of stress can paralyze us if we don't take control of our thoughts. Without faith, we end up sputtering toward our goal.

Our relationships have a major impact on our lives and the joy factor in them. Conflict happens, and the way I think as I work though it, brings joy or sadness.

Many times, the thoughts of our self that we replay in our minds over and over take us down. An accurate view of God’s thoughts toward us and an accurate view of ourselves can lead to self-respect and joy.