Greater Lansing First | Weekly Messages

In this message, The Prayer God Answered, we explore the powerful and often overlooked prayer of Jabez found in 1 Chronicles 4. Discover how a simple, sincere prayer from a surrendered heart can shape your future more than your past ever could. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or unqualified—this message is for you.

In this message, Pastor Kamron explores what it means to truly remain in the love of Jesus—not just visit it in moments of need. Discover how God’s love leads to joyful obedience, sacrificial love for others, and the confidence of being chosen and called a friend. This is a powerful reminder that abiding in Christ means living deeply rooted in His love every day.

“Abide to Thrive” reminds us that staying connected to Jesus isn’t optional—it’s essential for spiritual life and fruitfulness. Drawing from John 15 and Jeremiah 2, this message calls us to reject the dry substitutes of the world and remain rooted in the True Vine. Without Jesus, we wither—but in Him, we thrive.

What does it really mean to abide in Christ? In this message, Pastor Kamron kicks off the Rooted series by breaking down the biblical meaning of “abide”—not as passive waiting, but as actively living connected to Jesus in every part of life. Discover how abiding reshapes your priorities, your rhythms, and your spiritual growth.

In the final message of our Come Home series, “An Open Chair,” we look at the often-overlooked older brother in Jesus’ parable of the Prodigal Son. His resentment kept him outside the celebration—right when he was most invited in. Whether you’ve run far or stayed close but grown cold, there’s still a seat at the Father’s table with your name on it.

What happens when someone actually does come home to God? In this powerful message, “The Unexpected Response,” we discover that God doesn’t meet us with punishment, guilt, or delay — but with compassion, restoration, and joy. No matter how far you’ve run, your return is met with open arms and a celebration in your name.

In this message, Pastor Kamron Oberlin shares how every journey back to God begins with a turning point — a moment of realization, decision, repentance, and one brave step toward home. No matter how far you’ve wandered, God’s grace is greater, and the door is still open. You can always come home.

When life gets hard, we often look for a way out—and many of us run from the very God who loves us most. In this Easter message, Pastor Kamron shares the story of the Prodigal Son and his own testimony to show that no matter how far you’ve gone, it’s never too late to come home. Freedom apart from God may feel good at first—but it always leads to emptiness.

Jesus didn’t demand a throne—He chose a donkey. In this powerful Palm Sunday message, we explore how Jesus modeled humility on purpose, and how we’re called to do the same. When pride pulls us one way, James calls us to surrender and crown Jesus as King.

In this powerful message, “Sticks & Stones – The Power of Words,” Pastor Kamron unpacks James 3:1–12 to reveal how our tongues, though small, carry enormous influence to bless or destroy. You’ll be challenged to consider what your words reveal about your heart—and invited to surrender both to the transforming power of Jesus.

In this powerful message from James 2:14–26, Pastor Kamron challenges us to examine whether our faith is just a statement—or a lifestyle. Real faith moves, acts, and breathes. It’s more than words; it’s visible in how we live. Using vivid illustrations and straight talk, this sermon calls believers to embrace a working faith—a faith that refuses to stay parked and pretty, but hits the road in obed...

Is your faith real—or just a good front? In this week's message, Pastor Kamron challenges us with what might be the clearest evidence of authentic faith: how we treat others, especially those who have nothing to offer us. Favoritism may be more dangerous than we think… and mercy might be the test we didn’t know we were taking. Watch and discover why faith without mercy is just judgment in disguise...

True faith is more than just hearing God’s Word—it requires action. In this message from James 1, Pastor Kamron challenges us to examine whether we are merely listeners or true doers of the Word. Are we blaming God for our struggles? Are we waiting for someone else to fix what’s broken in our lives? James calls us to step beyond passive faith and live in obedience. Don’t just listen—act, and exper...

Faith always involves risk. In this opening message of the James series, Pastor Kamron challenges us to step out in obedience, even when it feels uncertain. What if the risk isn’t something to fear, but the very key to freedom? Through Scripture and real-life examples, we’ll see how trusting God—especially in trials—leads to endurance, wholeness, and the life He intends for us. Will you take the l...

Are you spiritually awake, or just going through the motions? In Week 5 of our Realignment series, Pastor Kamron challenges us to wake up from spiritual sleepwalking and live fully alive in Christ. Based on Romans 13:11-14, this message calls us to cast off darkness, walk boldly in the light, and embrace a faith that truly transforms. Don’t miss this powerful word—because sleepwalking Christians w...

What does it truly mean to trust God? In this powerful message, Pastor Kamron challenges us to embrace a ridiculous faith—a faith that may seem absurd to the world but is fully aligned with God’s purpose. Drawing from the story of Gideon and the daring feats of Charles Blondin, this sermon explores what it means to step out of the crowd and fully trust God, even when His plans seem unconventional....

What if fear is one of the enemy’s greatest weapons against believers? Fear isn’t just a feeling—it’s a battleground. This Sunday, join Pastor Kamron as we confront the fears that hold us back and realign our hearts to trust God more. Let’s learn to fear less and trust more! #GreaterLansingFirst #RealignmentSeries #FaithOverFear

Discover how to realign your life with God’s mission, embrace sacrifice, and live daily for the sake of the Gospel. Through powerful scripture and personal stories, this message challenges us to surrender our desires and align with God’s heart for the lost. Don’t miss this impactful teaching on fulfilling God’s purpose in every decision you make!

In the first week of our Realignment series, Pastor Kamron challenges us to examine our desires and passions, asking whether they align with God’s will. Using 1 John 2:15-17 and Galatians 5:16-17, we explore how prayer reveals and redirects misaligned desires. True fulfillment comes when our hearts crave God above all else. Join us in seeking spiritual realignment through prayer, fasting, and embr...

In this powerful Christmas message, Pastor Kamron challenges us to reexamine the contrast between two kings: Herod, a ruler obsessed with power, wealth, and control, and Jesus, the humble Savior born in a manger. With Herod representing the world’s strength and Jesus embodying God’s power through weakness, this sermon invites you to reflect on where your heart truly lies this Christmas. Will you c...