Connected Church with Pastor Michael Carter

Justification is God’s gift of righteousness, freely given to those who trust in what Jesus has done rather than what they can do.

Redemption begins when we recognize our need for God and discover the freedom, forgiveness, and new identity found in Jesus Christ.

In this message,  Pastor Detra Carter  teaches on what it means to have  respect for the Father . Looking at God as our perfect Father, she unpacks how He gives identity, provides for His children, protects them, and calls them to walk in obedience and reverence. Through passages in  Romans, Exodus, Deuteronomy, Isaiah, and Daniel , this sermon highlights the love of God for His children and the i...

The church still matters because Jesus is building it—and it’s the primary way His message reaches the world.

God uses simple, ordinary conversations to lead people to Jesus and into community.

People aren’t being invited into an obligation - they’re being invited into a life-giving experience with God and others.

We invite people because Jesus sent us - and because one invitation can change someone’s life.

The ultimate goal is to finish well and receive the crown of life. This sermon will focus on maintaining focus and passion for God until the end, ensuring that every step taken is in pursuit of His glory and eternal reward.

When life doesn’t make sense, faith keeps us anchored. In this heartfelt Mother’s Day message, Pastor Mike explores the story of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and what her life teaches us about trust, surrender, and enduring faith. Mary didn’t always understand what God was doing—but she stayed faithful through every season. From the promise to the pain, her story reminds us that God’s presence is gr...

We are not meant to run alone. This sermon will highlight the importance of fellowship and accountability, encouraging believers to support one another in their spiritual journey and to celebrate victories together.

Every race has its challenges, but perseverance is key to victory. This sermon will address how to overcome life's obstacles by relying on God's strength, maintaining hope, and finding joy in trials.

Just as athletes train to compete, Christians must develop spiritual disciplines to strengthen their faith. This sermon will explore the importance of prayer, scripture, and community in building the endurance needed to run our race effectively.

Every race begins with a clear understanding of the course and the finish line. We’ll focus on identifying the race God has set before us, understanding our unique calling, and setting our eyes on Jesus as the ultimate prize.

On the morning of the empty tomb, the risen Christ conquers death, transforms grief into joy, and sends His followers into the world with the life-changing message that the King is alive.

In the final moments at Calvary, Jesus completes the work of redemption, fulfills every promise of Scripture, and is laid in the tomb that will soon become the doorway to resurrection victory.

At the cross we behold the crucified King who willingly bears our sin, fulfills Scripture, and reveals both the depth of God’s love and the true nature of His kingdom.

We are invited to behold Jesus—the suffering and faithful King—who endured injustice, mockery, and rejection with quiet strength, showing us the depth of His love and the cost of our redemption.

True disciples are empowered by the Holy Spirit to live out their faith boldly and share the story of Jesus wherever God sends them.

A disciple is formed by abiding in God’s Word, studying it deeply, and surrendering fully to its authority.

Jesus calls us beyond admiration to obedience, inviting us to deny ourselves, take up our cross daily, and truly follow Him.

Fans are drawn to Jesus for what He can give, but walk away when His words challenge their comfort or control.

Turning points don’t just happen, they’re invitations from God. In this powerful message, Pastor Philip Cappuccio explores how defining moments can become divine moments when we choose surrender over fear and obedience over comfort. Your past doesn’t determine your future, one encounter with God can change everything. Listen and discover how to recognize, respond to, and step boldly into your God-...

Salvation is more than being forgiven—it is being made new through faith in the name of Jesus. In this message, we discover how His name alone has the power to cleanse our past, transform our present, and secure our eternal future.

A great year doesn’t happen by accident—you build it. Pastor Mike teaches from Matthew 7:24 that storms will come, but a well-built life stands firm on the Rock. Learn six biblical “builds” for your year: an altar, a great room, a storehouse, a training room, a trophy case, and a dumpster—so you can grow, give, stay strong, remember God’s faithfulness, and release what no longer belongs.

The New Testament is filled with examples of Jesus and His disciples confronting darkness—not with fear, not with anxiety, but with authority . Jesus spoke to storms, sickness, and spirits—and they obeyed.