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Pastor Mike Stevens dives into the significance of the Shield of Faith from Ephesians 6, showing how real faith goes beyond belief and becomes something we actively live out. It’s not enough to hear God’s Word, we are called to respond to it. As we consistently walk in obedience and trust, our faith grows stronger and equips us to stand firm in the middle of life’s battles. This message brings enc...

In this sermon, Pastor Mike Jurek continues the Full Armor of God series by teaching about the Boots of Readiness found in Ephesians 6. Building on the Belt of Truth and the Breastplate of Righteousness, he explains that readiness means living in constant expectation that God will lead you into opportunities to serve, love, and share your faith. When believers stay connected to God through prayer,...

In this message, Pastor Daniel Stevens continues the Full Armor of God series by exploring what it means to wear the Boots of Readiness described in Ephesians 6. After reviewing the Belt of Truth and the Breastplate of Righteousness, he emphasizes that readiness is about living a daily walk with God so that when the Holy Spirit prompts you to act, you are prepared to respond. A life of prayer, Scr...

In this message, Pastor Mike Stevens continues the series The Full Armor of God by focusing on the Boots of Readiness from Ephesians 6. After recalling the Belt of Truth and the Breastplate of Righteousness, he explains that readiness means living with a heart prepared to respond whenever God calls. A believer who has their “boots on” is actively walking with God through prayer, Scripture, obedien...

In this message on The Full Armor of God: The Breastplate of Righteousness , Pastor Mike Jurek teaches from Ephesians 6 about guarding our hearts through righteous living. The breastplate of righteousness represents a life committed to doing what is right before God. It’s not only about avoiding sin but about actively choosing obedience and integrity in everyday decisions. Pastor Mike Jurek remind...

In The Full Armor of God: The Breastplate of Righteousness , Pastor Daniel Stevens continues the teaching from Ephesians 6 by focusing on the importance of living righteously before God. The breastplate of righteousness guards our hearts when we commit to doing what is right, not just when others are watching, but in the quiet moments when our character is truly tested. Pastor Daniel Stevens encou...

In this message, The Full Armor of God: The Breastplate of Righteousness , Pastor Mike Stevens continues exploring Ephesians 6 and what it means to truly put on the armor of God. He reminds us that righteousness isn’t just about avoiding wrong choices, but about actively choosing what is right. The breastplate of righteousness protects our hearts when we commit to doing the right thing the first t...

In this message, Pastor Mike Jurek introduces a new series exploring The Full Armor of God from Ephesians 6:10–20, beginning with the Belt of Truth. Scripture teaches that believers are engaged in a spiritual battle, but God has not left us defenseless. Pastor Mike explains that putting on the armor of God goes beyond words. It means living out the transformation God has done in us and allowing Hi...

In this teaching, Pastor Daniel Stevens launches a new series on The Full Armor of God from Ephesians 6:10–20, beginning with the Belt of Truth. The Bible makes it clear that believers face a real spiritual battle, but God has equipped us with the armor we need to stand strong. Pastor Daniel emphasizes that putting on the armor of God is not simply a symbolic act or a prayer we repeat. It means ac...

In this message, Pastor Mike Stevens begins a new series on The Full Armor of God from Ephesians 6:10–20, focusing on the first piece of armor: the Belt of Truth. Scripture reminds us that we are in a spiritual battle, but God has provided protection so we can stand firm. Pastor Mike explains that “putting on” the armor of God is not just something we say or pray about, but something we live out d...

In this Resurrection Sunday message, Pastor Daniel Stevens celebrates the defining moment of the Christian faith: the empty tomb. Jesus’ resurrection proves that sin and death have been defeated and that new life is available to everyone who believes. Through the cross, Jesus became the perfect sacrifice so that we could be brought back into God’s grace. This message invites listeners to wake up s...

On Resurrection Sunday, Pastor Mike Stevens reminds us that the empty tomb is the greatest moment in history. Jesus did not simply die on the cross. He rose again, conquering sin and death and offering eternal life to anyone who believes. Because of His sacrifice, we are invited into a restored relationship with God through faith. The message “Wake Up, Sleeper” challenges us to awaken our faith an...

In this powerful Resurrection Sunday message, Pastor Mike Jurek reflects on the miracle at the center of the gospel: Jesus rose from the dead. The empty tomb is proof that death has been defeated and that salvation is available to anyone who believes. Because of Christ’s sacrifice on the cross, we are invited into forgiveness, new life, and the hope of eternity with God. Pastor Mike Jurek encourag...

In Part 7 of We Walk by Faith , Pastor Mike Jurek reminds us that following Jesus means stepping into the fight of faith. Paul’s encouragement to Timothy shows us that even when confidence is lacking, calling still remains. Faith requires us to move forward, trust God’s voice, and engage with what He’s placed in front of us. Through the example of the Israelites, we see how easily fear can hold us...

In Part 7 of We Walk by Faith , Pastor Celia Gauthier encourages us to actively “fight the good fight of the faith.” Through Paul’s words to Timothy, we see that faith is something we must pursue with intention. Even when we feel unsure or inadequate, God still calls us forward, reminding us that confidence comes from Him, not from ourselves. The story of the Israelites at the Promised Land highli...

In Part 7 of We Walk by Faith , Pastor Mike Stevens challenges us to “fight the good fight of the faith.” Drawing from Paul’s encouragement to Timothy, we’re reminded that faith isn’t passive. It requires action, courage, and a willingness to trust God even when fear is loud. Just like Timothy, we may feel called but not confident, yet God invites us to step forward anyway and contend for what tru...

In this message, Pastor Mike Jurek continues the We Walk by Faith series with a teaching called “Eyes of Faith.” He explains that faith is needed both before and after a miracle. We need faith to believe God will answer our prayers, but we also need faith to recognize when He has already done it. Too often we explain away God’s work as coincidence instead of acknowledging His hand in our lives. Pa...

In this message, Pastor Daniel Stevens continues the We Walk by Faith series with “Eyes of Faith,” reminding us that faith is needed both before and after a miracle. We need faith before the miracle to believe God can move, but we also need faith afterward to recognize that He actually did. Sometimes we are tempted to explain answered prayers away as coincidence, but learning to recognize when God...

In this message from the We Walk by Faith series, Pastor Mike Stevens shares “Eyes of Faith,” a reminder that faith is required not only before a miracle but also afterward. We often pray and believe God will work, but when the answer comes, it can be surprisingly easy to dismiss it as coincidence. Recognizing when God has answered prayer is a vital part of growing in faith. Pastor Mike Stevens hi...

In this message from the We Walk by Faith series, Pastor Mike Jurek focuses on the importance of speaking words that align with faith. Faith begins with believing what God has said, but it is also expressed through the words we speak. When believers allow their speech to reflect God’s promises instead of their fears, they begin to strengthen the faith that is already in their hearts. Pastor Mike J...

In this message, “We Walk by Faith // Part 5: Words of Faith,” Pastor Daniel Stevens teaches that faith is not only about believing what God has said, but also about speaking in alignment with that belief. Scripture shows that faith begins in the heart and is expressed through our words. When we believe God’s promises, our speech should reflect that trust rather than what we see or feel in the mom...

In “We Walk by Faith // Part 5: Words of Faith,” Pastor Mike Stevens shares how faith grows when believers not only trust what God has spoken but also declare it with their words. The Christian life begins with faith and continues the same way. As we hear God’s promises in Scripture, we are called to believe them in our hearts and speak them with confidence, rather than allowing our circumstances...

In Part 4 of the message series We Walk by Faith , Pastor Mike Jurek shares that faith grows the same way muscles do, through consistent exercise. Faith begins by believing what God says, and it continues to grow when we trust His promises even when circumstances do not make sense. Living by faith means choosing God’s truth over what our eyes may see in the moment. Pastor Mike Jurek encourages bel...

In Part 4 of the series We Walk by Faith , Pastor Daniel Stevens reminds us that faith is not just something we possess, it is something we develop. Just like a muscle, faith grows stronger when it is exercised. Scripture teaches that we walk by faith and not by sight, and that faith begins by believing what God has spoken. When we choose to trust God’s promises even when we cannot see the outcome...

In Part 4 of the We Walk by Faith series, Pastor Mike Stevens teaches that faith is something that grows stronger over time. Like a muscle, faith develops through use. The Christian life begins with believing what God has spoken, and it continues the same way. When we choose to trust God’s promises instead of relying only on what we can see, our faith begins to deepen and mature. Pastor Mike Steve...