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In his sermon, Pastor James Crawford examines Daniel chapter 3, focusing on the unwavering faith of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who refused to bow to King Nebuchadnezzar’s golden statue despite the threat of a fiery furnace. He draws parallels to modern cultural pressures, urging believers to stand firm in their convictions against ideological idols like fame, materialism, and societal confor...

In this sermon, Pastor Micah Stephens explores Matthew 6:19-24 from the Sermon on the Mount, urging believers to choose heavenly treasures over earthly ones. He emphasizes Jesus’ teaching on giving, praying, and fasting as acts of obedience that yield divine rewards when done with a pure heart, not for worldly recognition. Pastor Micah warns against the hypocrisy of seeking earthly rewards like we...

In this sermon, Pastor Rob McCoy explores John 2:1-11, the miracle of Jesus turning water into wine at the wedding in Cana, presenting it as a profound encapsulation of the Christian life. He emphasizes marriage as God’s design to resolve human loneliness, surviving the fall in Eden, and reflects on its microcosmic representation of Christ’s love for the church. Pastor Rob highlights Jesus’ choice...

In this sermon, Pastor Micah Stephens dives into Matthew 6:16-18, continuing his series on the Sermon on the Mount by exploring the often-overlooked Christian discipline of fasting. He clarifies that biblical fasting involves complete abstinence from food, not merely abstaining from certain foods or non-food items, distinguishing it from simply stopping sinful behaviors. Pastor Micah emphasizes th...

In this sermon, Pastor James Crawford delves into Daniel 2:24-49, exploring Daniel’s bold yet humble obedience as he interprets King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream, revealing the rise and fall of earthly kingdoms and the eternal supremacy of God’s kingdom. Pastor James emphasizes that God honors courageous faith, using Daniel’s example to challenge believers to remain faithful in mundane or challenging ci...

In this Resurrection Sunday sermon, Pastor Micah Stephens passionately explores the transformative power of Jesus’ resurrection through Luke 24:1-12, emphasizing the angelic perspective that challenges believers with the question, “Why do you seek the living among the dead?” He connects Christ’s fulfillment of Old Testament feasts—Passover, Unleavened Bread, and First Fruits—to God’s eternal plan,...

In this Resurrection Sunday sermon, Pastor Rob McCoy celebrates the transformative power of Jesus’ resurrection, drawing from 1 Corinthians 15 to proclaim the gospel’s victory over sin and death. Reflecting on the brutal cost of the cross and the hope of the empty tomb, Pastor Rob connects the resurrection’s impact to personal stories of salvation, cultural lies, and the enduring truth of Christ’s...

In this Good Friday sermon, Pastor Rob McCoy reflects on the profound cost of Jesus’ crucifixion, emphasizing God’s immense love and justice as demonstrated through Christ’s sacrifice. Drawing from personal experiences and the vivid imagery of Christ’s suffering, Pastor Rob underscores the significance of the cross as the antidote to humanity’s sin, calling believers to embrace redemption, extend...

In his Palm Sunday sermon "Hosanna In The Highest," Pastor Micah Stephens passionately unpacks the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem as recounted in Matthew 21, challenging listeners to grapple with the pivotal question, "Who is this?" Pastor Micah vividly contrasts the crowd’s misguided expectations of a conquering Messiah with Jesus’ humble arrival on a donkey, fulfilli...

Episode 15: In this episode of the Faith Forward Podcast, Pastor Rob McCoy, Pastor Micah Stephens, and Garrett Backstrom dive into a discussion about the newly formed White House Faith Office, examining its leaders and participants while weighing its implications for religious liberty in America, which they view as a positive step. They critique the Prosperity Gospel’s dangers within Christianity,...

In his sermon "Pride After Blessing," Pastor Rob McCoy weaves a compelling narrative that intertwines the biblical story of King Hezekiah with contemporary challenges facing America. Reflecting on his recent speaking engagement in El Cajon, California, McCoy highlights the grassroots efforts to unify conservatives in the state amid economic struggles, soaring debt, and a shifting global...

In his sermon "Joseph's Life: A Masterclass In Faith," Pastor Scott Bland delivers an inspiring character study of Joseph from the Old Testament, tracing his remarkable journey from favored son to enslaved prisoner, and ultimately to second-in-command in Egypt. Pastor Scott highlights how Joseph’s life, spanning Genesis 37 to 50, exemplifies resilience and godliness amid adversity—b...

In his sermon "When You Pray," Pastor Micah Stephens draws from the book of Matthew to deliver a heartfelt message about the simplicity and power of prayer, echoing Jesus' teaching that it should be a private, intimate exchange between an individual and God—not a public spectacle performed for human praise, lest that fleeting recognition become the only reward. He highlights Jesus&a...

In this sermon titled "Is This Dividing The Church?," Pastor Rob McCoy confronts the alarming rise of antisemitism within America and the Church, spotlighting a troubling trend among some on the Right who label Jews as the "Synagogue of Satan" to fuel their hatred toward Jewish people and Israel. He emphasizes that a divided house cannot stand and questions the future direction...

In his sermon "Charitable Deeds," part of his ongoing series on the Sermon on the Mount, Pastor Micah Stephens preaches from the book of Matthew, cautioning that charitable acts cannot simultaneously seek human applause and divine approval—they are mutually exclusive pursuits. He challenges believers to examine their motives: are their good deeds performed with theatrical flair for publi...

In his sermon "Why Would God Gift You Pain?" Pastor Rob McCoy draws from the book of Luke, focusing on Jesus healing a leper after the Sermon on the Mount, to explore the unexpected blessing of pain as a divine signal that something is amiss. He compares leprosy’s numbing effects to the ways people in modern communities dull their own pain through escapes like drugs, alcohol, or pornogra...

In this episode of Faith Forward, Pastors Rob McCoy and Micah Stephens explore a range of pressing topics, starting with insights from the recent Faith Forward Pastor Summit and the encouraging trend of younger generations embracing Christianity and conservatism amid growing exhaustion with woke ideology and its societal fallout. They delve into the federal judge injunctions thwarting the Trump ad...

In his presentation "Follow Your Heart?" special guest speaker Dr. Frank Turek challenges the popular notion of blindly following one’s heart, questioning whether it truly benefits individuals and societies. He critiques the modern ideals of inclusion, tolerance, and diversity, arguing that their proponents often enforce conformity under threat of harm, revealing a flawed search for hope...

In this episode of the Faith Forward Podcast, Pastor Micah Stephens and Garrett Backstrom welcome apologist Frank Turek for a wide-ranging discussion that tackles some of life’s biggest questions. The trio explores the origins of creation and the necessity of a first cause, the core tenets of Christianity, and thought-provoking topics like whether the crucifixion equates to divine child abuse or i...

In his sermon "Love Your Enemies," part of his ongoing series on the Sermon on the Mount, Pastor Micah Stephens explores the radical call to love those who oppose us by following Christ’s example—dying for us while we were still God’s enemies. He clarifies that "an eye for an eye" was meant to limit retribution, ensuring punishment fits the crime, not to license unchecked venge...

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In this episode of Faith Forward, Pastor Rob McCoy, Pastor Micah Stephens, and Garrett Backstrom unpack President Trump’s March 4th speech to the Joint Session, critiquing the Democrats’ apparent indifference to applauding a child cancer survivor or empathizing with mothers grieving daughters killed by illegal immigrants, suggesting a prioritization of political revolution over genuine American st...

In his sermon "Jesus For My Family - Passover," Pastor Rob McCoy bridges the books of Exodus and Mark to illuminate the profound connection between the first Passover in Egypt and the final Passover meal Jesus shared with His disciples before His crucifixion. He explains how the Israelites’ act of marking their doors with lamb’s blood to escape the Angel of Death foreshadowed Christ’s ul...

In this powerful episode of the sermon series, "A Man Named Daniel," Pastor Craig Linquist unpacks the extraordinary life and visions of Daniel from the biblical book that bears his name. Unlike the major prophets, Daniel stands out as a unique figure—prophetic in nature, he received divine visions that span the entirety of human history, from his day to the end of time. Pastor Craig add...

In his sermon "Shiprah & Puah," Pastor Rob McCoy draws from the book of Exodus to explore the life of Moses, dividing it into three distinct phases: his upbringing in Pharaoh’s house, his time as a shepherd in the Midian desert, and his role as the leader of God’s people after their liberation from Egypt. Pastor Rob highlights Moses’ early pride and reliance on his own understanding,...