Faith Covenant Church of Sumner, WA

Sabbath is more than a day off, it's a God-given rhythm that protects us from burnout and reminds us that our worth is not found in what we do. Explore what it means to stop, rest, delight, and worship, and find the kind of rest our souls truly long for.

We long for a heart made whole, yet often live with divided priorities and disintegrated lives. In this message, we’re invited to live wholeheartedly by recognizing our lives belong to God and learning to steward our time and attention with wisdom.

Jesus shows us what love looks like in action, especially in the story of the woman caught in adultery, where grace interrupts judgment. As we reflect this Advent, what rocks do we need to drop so we can love others the way Christ loves us?

Advent reminds us that God’s peace doesn’t arrive with force, but quietly works through ordinary people who are willing to follow His will. As we face sin, hurt, and the spiritual forces that seek to divide, we’re invited to become people who bring Christ’s restoring peace into the chaos around us.

Advent begins in the tension of love and lament, inviting us to tell the truth about our hurting world while holding onto hope that refuses to let go. As we wait for the Light who shines in the darkness, our very waiting becomes a witness that love will have the last word.

Shabach—the loud, fearless shout of praise that rises from a people who know God has already won. Even before the walls fall, we lift our voices together, declaring that God’s faithfulness, not our obstacles, is the true story.

In this message inspired by the book Holy Roar by Chris Tomlin and Darren Whitehead, we explore Barak and Tehillah—praise that begins in humble trust and rises into the unique song only your soul can sing. Discover how worship becomes alive and transformative as God inhabits the praise of His people.

Cheerful giving begins with gratitude. When we recognize all that God has done, is doing, and has promised to do, our giving, of time, talent, and treasure, becomes an expression of joy and faith.

Explore faith-filled forms of praise: Zamar and Towdah - worshiping God through song and surrendering even in the hard places. Discover how true worship isn’t about performance but participation, tuning our hearts to heaven’s harmony and trusting God before the blessing comes.

Rediscover the power and purpose of praise. Learn how authentic praise, through words, actions, and posture, draws us closer to God and becomes a witness to His goodness.

The hiding place isn’t a place of shame—it’s where grace finds us and transforms us. From Psalm 32, we’re reminded that God doesn’t guide us through force but through relationship, shaping us with His loving eye. In Christ, we are found, forgiven, and formed into people of joy who follow His Spirit and share His song of deliverance with the world.

We often play hide and seek with God; trying to cover up, perform, or prove ourselves. But the one we once hid from now invites us to hide in Him, where grace, forgiveness, and true freedom begin.

We all play games that keep us from the life God intends for us. Psalm 32 helps us discover that true blessing and freedom aren’t found in perfection, but in the grace and forgiveness that come from God.

In the final message of our We Believe series, we turn to the Holy Spirit—the One who reminds us the story isn’t over but continues in us. God’s Spirit unites us as the church (John 17:20–23), drawing us deeper into relationship and service. This message includes commissioning those who serve in our church and community .

At the heart of the Apostles’ Creed, we declare: We believe in Jesus Christ. Our allegiance belongs to Him alone—our high priest and bridge to God—revealed through His love, grace, and resurrection power (1 Corinthians 15:3–6; Ephesians 1:20–22).

The Apostles’ Creed is the heart of the Christian story, beginning with God as our Father - close, caring, and relational. What we believe about creation and our heavenly Father shapes the way we live, reminding us that even if earthly fathers fail, God never will (Psalm 103:13, Romans 8:15, Isaiah 40:28, Colossians 1:16).

Explore the Apostles’ Creed and the unshakable truths that shape our identity and faith. “I believe” is the Christian’s “I do” to God, reminding us that what we stand on when life feels uncertain is not just words, but the very foundation of our lives (Romans 10:9–10, Mark 9:24).

Our B.L.E.S.S. series concludes by focusing on the power of sharing our story and the courage it takes to do so. Evangelism isn’t about perfect words—it’s about authentically telling how Jesus has transformed our lives and trusting the Holy Spirit to work through those who we share with.

Jesus demonstrated true love by serving—washing His disciples’ feet, and He called us to do the same. Acts 2 reminds us that serving one another with humility and generosity is at the heart of following Him.

How did Jesus use the table to serve, welcome, and point people to God? Sharing meals is more than food—it is hospitality, intimacy, and communion that remind us we are one body in Christ.

Kicking off our new B.L.E.S.S. series, we explore what it means to begin with prayer and listen with care in loving our neighbors. Through Scripture and practical tools, we learned how intentional listening opens the door for deeper relationships and sharing God’s love.

In the final message of our Mission Possible series, we discover that God is the ultimate “Hineni” — the One who shows up first and says, “Here I am” to us. Through Jesus, we see God's relentless pursuit of us, and we're invited to reflect His presence by serving and showing love to others.

Pastor Emeritus, Steve Starr, shares his personal testimony of responding to God's call with a willing heart, saying, "Here I am." Reflecting on Isaiah, Jonah, and a devotion from the devotional, Experiencing God Day by Day by Henry Blackaby, he challenges us to surrender fully and trust the One who sends.

God reminds us in 1 Samuel 3, that He is still speaking—often through the young and willing. Are you ready to say “Here I am” before knowing all the details, and create space to hear His voice in the quiet?

How does God transforms ordinary people into extraordinary instruments of His mission? Learn how paying attention, drawing closer, and being open to transformation can help you respond to the burning bush moments in your life.