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We conclude Stories of Christmas with “Joseph — The Story of Obedience,” a powerful message showing how courageous obedience in moments of crisis becomes faith in action. Through Joseph’s example, we’re reminded that obedience isn’t a negotiation—it’s the pathway to God’s peace, purpose, and blessing.

Christmas Stories — The Shepherds: The Story of Wonder invites us to stand in awe of a Savior who first revealed Himself not to the powerful, but to the overlooked—reminding us that God still meets the forgotten with life-changing good news. Four days before Christmas, we discover the wonder of an invitation that includes everyone and transforms hearts from the inside out.

In this first message of the series, we look at Mary—the young woman whose quiet “yes” to God changed the world. Her story reveals that surrender isn’t weakness, but the doorway to God’s purpose. Through her fears, questions, and faith, we learn what it truly means to trust God when His plans interrupt ours.

Pastor Russ delivers a powerful message titled ‘Even If,’ exploring how faith stands firm in the midst of life’s hardest trials. He encourages believers to rejoice, pray, and give thanks in every circumstance, trusting in God’s unshakable joy and sovereign plan even when outcomes differ from their hopes.

Even in grief, God is still moving, working in ways we may not see yet. In our pain, His presence becomes our strength, reminding us that He remains faithful and trustworthy through it all.

“Take a Hike” reminds us that trusting God means noticing the ways He leads us, even when the path feels unclear. It teaches that faith is a process that grows as we surrender control and trust His timing.

God has made everything beautiful in its time -- The Bible tells us there's a time for everything, yet we've been given the mind of Christ & made in the image of God, equipping us to face whatever life throws our way. We were not made to worry, but run the race that's set before us in confidence through Christ.

The body of Christ has a responsibility to lift and hold one another up in encouragement and edification, all while honoring each other. Our trust belongs in the Lord, knowing that the plans He has for us will prosper us and not harm us. We should not forsake the gathering of the church as the Word says--it's where we're fed, grown, and encouraged in our walk.

“Do You See It” reminds us that God is always working, even when His plans don’t look like what we expected. What may seem painful or confusing in the moment is often the very thing He’s using to shape us and bring about our good.

We are called to love God’s people with grace, humility, and unity — putting Christ above all differences. True biblical love means serving and caring for one another as members of one body.

Choosing eternity with Jesus means valuing everlasting life with Him over the fleeting pleasures of earth. Gaining true peace, joy, and fulfillment that last forever.

“Idle Worship” warns that an idle heart drifts toward idols, but a devoted heart reflects God. What we behold shapes us, so we must turn from false dependencies and delights to true fellowship with Christ through His Spirit.

We’re in our series Fellowship with Jesus and this is Week 6: Love in Action. Pastor Russ unpacks what agape love really means—love revealed in Christ, love that drives out fear, and love that compels us to love one another. Discover how we look most like Jesus when we love like Jesus.

Join us as we continue our series Fellowship with Jesus! In 1 John 2, John warns believers about the attacks on our relationship with Jesus, reminds us of the proof of that relationship through the Holy Spirit, and calls us to preserve it by abiding in Christ. Stay anchored, stay faithful, and stay abiding! For more information visit www.flcnj.org

In our series 1 John: Fellowship with God, Pastor Kim Goss shared the powerful truth that we are God’s children. Through His love and adoption, we have full access to the Father, and with that identity comes the responsibility to live in righteousness, love others, and walk in obedience to His commands.

This week in Week 3 of Fellowship with Jesus, we’re unpacking 1 John 2:3–17 to see how real faith shows up in our obedience to God, our love for others, and our rejection of the world’s empty promises.

Join us for week 2 of Fellowship with Jesus as Pastor Russ unpacks what it really means to “walk in the light.” Discover how God’s light drives out darkness, how confession brings freedom, and how the blood of Jesus continually cleanses us from all sin.

Pastor Russ begins our new series Fellowship with Jesus by exploring the opening verses of 1 John. Written by one of Jesus’ closest disciples, this letter invites us into a personal, life-changing relationship with Christ—not just belief, but deep fellowship. This message confronts the question at the heart of our faith: Who is Jesus?—and reveals why the answer changes everything.

Join us for a timely message from Pastor Matt called Traps, Taxes, & Taking Sides. In a world full of political division and pressure to pick a side, we’ll see how Jesus responded when He was put in the same situation. This message will challenge us to think about where our loyalty really lies and what it means to truly follow Jesus. Don’t miss this powerful reminder that we belong to God above al...

You have more authority than you think. In this final message of The Unseen Battle series, Pastor Russ shares how to activate the power Jesus gave you to resist the enemy and walk in victory. You’re not fighting for victory—you’re fighting from it.

This Sunday’s message, In God We Trust…With All Our Stuff, from guest speaker Brian Campbell, explores how God uses the time, talent, and treasure already in our hands to build His kingdom. Discover how trust and obedience can turn everyday “stuff” into seeds for supernatural harvest.

In this message, we unpack three vital pieces of the armor of God—the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit. Learn how faith intercepts the fiery arrows of fear and doubt, how salvation protects your mind and secures your identity in Christ, and how the Word of God is your weapon to fight back against every lie of the enemy. Spiritual warfare is real—God has given y...

In this message, Dressed for Battle, Pastor Russ helps us discover how to stand strong in spiritual warfare by putting on the armor of God—truth, righteousness, and peace—as described in Ephesians 6. Learn how to defend against the enemy’s lies and walk in confidence, fully equipped for the unseen battle.

Every day, we face a battle most people never see—the battle within. In this message, The Unseen Battle, discover how the enemy builds strongholds in our minds and how God's Word gives us the power to demolish them and walk in victory. When you’re battling thoughts of guilt, rejection, shame, or fear — you can stand on the promises of God. 🙌 We created this resource to help you speak truth over t...

In part one of The Unseen Battle, we uncover the reality of spiritual warfare and how the enemy strategically targets our faith. Learn how to recognize the real enemy, rely on God’s power, and use the spiritual weapons He’s given us to stand firm and overcome.