Eagle Community Church of Christ

You are not on your own. God’s presence is closer than you think. In this first message from the Not Alone series, John Gunter begins the new year by reminding us that God's presence is not a distant idea. It is a daily reality. Through the promise of the Holy Spirit in John 14 and the power of God's indwelling in Romans 8, we learn to walk with peace, even in seasons of uncertainty. Key Takeaways...

God did not stay distant from a broken world. He entered it. In this Christmas message, John Gunter takes us through Scripture to show that love is not abstract or selective. God’s love is active, consistent, and always draws near. From John 3:16 to Luke 2 and Romans 5, we are reminded that while we were still sinners, Christ came for us. And if He came that far for us, how can we not extend that...

Joy that lasts is not based on feelings. It is based on a faithful God. In this encouraging Christmas-season message, John Gunter invites us to reflect on what truly brings joy. From John 15 and Romans 8 to Isaiah 35, we are reminded that joy is not the absence of sorrow. It is the presence of Christ. Real joy is rooted in obedience, endurance, and confidence that nothing can separate us from the...

When Jesus had every right to demand, He chose to kneel and serve. In this closing message of the Made to Serve series, John Gunter teaches from John 13, reminding us that a gospel-shaped life looks like a towel and a basin, not a title and a throne. If you want to reflect Jesus, you do not wait to be asked. You simply serve where you are. This message calls the church to return to the example of...

What does it look like to live a life shaped by the gospel, not just saved by it? In this first message of the Made to Serve series, John Gunter preaches from Philippians 1 and 2, calling the church to unity, humility, and Christlike service. This message challenges listeners to look beyond personal comfort and embrace the mindset of Jesus, who emptied himself, became a servant, and gave his life...

Prayer is not a reaction. It is preparation. In this final message of the Prepared series, John Gunter teaches from James 5 about how prayer and perseverance go hand in hand. We are called to bring every situation to God whether it is suffering, celebration, sickness, or sin. True community is built through authenticity, shared burdens, and the faith to trust God even when life hurts. Key Takeaway...

Most arguments are not just about what someone said. They are rooted in what we want. In this message from James 4, John Gunter explains how submission is a spiritual posture that prepares us for obedience, peace, and humility. When we fail to prepare our hearts, we react in pride, blame others, and miss the opportunity to reflect Christ. This message is a call to submit early so that we are not l...

What we say is not just about communication. It is about preparation. In this fourth message from the Prepared series, John Gunter teaches from James 3 about the power of the tongue. Our speech reveals our heart. It builds or breaks relationships. It gives life or causes damage. Prepared believers do not wait for the heat of the moment to decide how to respond. They pray, pause, and speak with gra...

Do you react to people based on appearances, comfort, or past tension? Or are you prepared to respond with mercy? In this message from James 2, John Gunter explores what it means to live out a faith that treats others the way God treats us. This sermon is a call to see people as children of God, not projects or problems. You cannot wait until the conflict comes to decide how you will respond. Key...

It is possible to sit in church, hear the truth, and walk away unchanged. That is not what God calls us to. In this second message from the Prepared series, John Gunter challenges us to move from being listeners of the Word to doers. Drawing from James 1, this sermon explores how preparation means building a lifestyle of humility, reflection, and responsive faith. Key Takeaways: Being quick to lis...

ou do not become wise by accident. It takes intentional preparation. In this first message from the Prepared series, John Gunter opens the book of James with a challenge to stop being reactive and start being ready. He walks through how trials shape endurance, why asking God for wisdom is non-negotiable, and how spiritual maturity is built before the storms hit. Key Takeaways: Faith that prepares...

How do you respond when life squeezes you? In this standalone message, John Gunter challenges believers to evaluate their foundation when pressure comes. Using the theme “a skill is not a skill until you can perform it under pressure,” this sermon connects faith and maturity through real life and Scripture. It is not enough to know what the Bible says. You have to live it when it counts. Key Takea...

Have you ever missed what God was doing right in front of you? In this final message from the Tell Me the Story series, John Gunter explores the post-resurrection encounter on the road to Emmaus. These two disciples were confused and heartbroken, but when Jesus opened the scriptures and broke the bread, everything changed. Key Takeaways: Sometimes God delays our recognition so that transformation...

Whether you have wandered or withheld grace, this story is for you. In this heartfelt sermon on the prodigal son, John Gunter teaches that Jesus’ parable in Luke 15 is not just about rebellion. It is also about restoration. This is the story of two sons. One ran away. One stayed and grew bitter. Both are offered love from a Father who never stops watching the horizon. Key Takeaways: Repentance is...

What if the real question isn't “Who is my neighbor?” but “What kind of neighbor am I?” In this thought-provoking sermon, John Gunter unpacks Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan. Through scripture, cultural insight, and real-world application, we are challenged to not just agree with the concept of love but to actually live it out in uncomfortable and sacrificial ways. Key Takeaways: Knowing scri...

What do you do when you're doing exactly what Jesus told you to do and the storm still comes? In this powerful message from Mark 4, John Gunter reminds us that faith doesn't prevent the storm, it anchors us in it. Jesus called the disciples to cross the sea, and the storm came anyway. But when fear took over, His presence proved greater than their panic. Key Takeaways: The presence of trouble does...

What if God doesn't deliver you the way you hoped? Would you still choose Him? In this bold and timely message, John Gunter teaches from Daniel 3—the fiery furnace story that challenges us to stand firm in our convictions no matter the cost. This episode shows how obedience, trust, and worship aren’t reactive—they’re built in advance. Key Takeaways: Faith is tested by fire—but also revealed by it...

Sometimes the hardest part of faith is staying faithful when nothing is happening. In this eye-opening message from the story of Jericho, John Gunter explores what it looks like to keep walking, even when the walls don’t move. This week’s sermon challenges listeners to trust God’s process, obey His commands, and praise Him in advance—even before the breakthrough. Key Takeaways: God works in ways t...

Do you feel unqualified, unseen, or underprepared? Then you're exactly the kind of person God can use. This episode of Tell Me the Story focuses on David’s encounter with Goliath — a battle where courage was less about muscle and more about mindset. John Gunter explores how David's quiet confidence was forged in private moments with God and how we, too, can step into our calling by saying yes. Key...

What if your current placement is the answer to someone else’s prayer? In this powerful kickoff to the “Tell Me the Story” series, John Gunter reflects on the life of Esther—a queen who chose courage over comfort. Through rich storytelling and relevant life application, this sermon calls believers to embrace their moment, their purpose, and their God-given calling... even when it’s hard. Key Takea...

What does it really mean to be a disciple of Jesus? In this powerful finale to the Marks of a True Disciple series, John Gunter unpacks how true discipleship is lived out in committed community. From Acts 2 to Matthew 7, we’re reminded that Christian life is more than belief, it’s belonging. In this episode: Why you can’t follow Jesus without His people What Scripture says about the “one another”...

Hope is more than a feeling. It is the steady anchor of a disciple’s life, grounded in the promises of God and secured by the resurrection of Jesus. In this message, John Gunter explores what it means to live with a hope that sustains and strengthens, especially in times of uncertainty and pain. With passages like Hebrews 6:19, 1 Peter 1:3–6, Lamentations 3:21–24, and Romans 15:13, this sermon inv...

Faith isn’t proven by how we start—it’s revealed by how we finish. In this message, John Gunter continues our series Marks of a True Disciple with a deep dive into what it means to persevere in faith. Drawing from James 1, Romans 5, and Hebrews 12, we explore the spiritual grit that sustains us through trials—not just surviving, but being shaped by them. Whether you’re running strong or feeling st...

Are you living for God but still clinging to control? In this message from the Marks of a True Disciple series, John Gunter explores what it means to be Spirit-led in everyday life. Being led by the Holy Spirit isn’t about dramatic moments, it’s about quiet surrender, daily decisions, and bearing fruit through trust. You’ll hear how: The Spirit produces fruit we can’t force Surrender leads to powe...

What does obedience really look like in the life of a disciple? In this week’s sermon, John Gunter explores the tension between religious activity and heartfelt submission to Jesus. With clarity and conviction, he walks through Jesus’ words in Matthew 7 to show that true discipleship isn’t measured by appearances or spiritual resumes, but by a life built on trust, surrender, and daily obedience. I...