Heritage Church Escalon

America has been richly blessed with freedom and prosperity—but could those same blessings become a stumbling block to our faith? This week's message explores Jesus' encounter with the rich young ruler in Matthew 19 and examines the subtle dangers that wealth can bring, including pride, self-reliance, and misplaced devotion. Discover why Jesus said it is difficult for the rich to enter the kingdom...

Fatherhood is one of God's most significant callings, carrying a profound influence on the hearts, character, and spiritual lives of children. In this Father's Day message from Ephesians 6:4, we explore the biblical responsibility of fathers to lovingly shepherd their children through both discipline and instruction. We also reflect on several God-given qualities often found in men and how, when s...

In Proverbs 6:6–11, Solomon warns that laziness, procrastination, and excuses rob us of fruitfulness and keep us from the life God has been given us to live. Rather than wasting our opportunities through idleness, believers are called to be diligent, faithful, and purposeful stewards of their time, responsibilities, and calling for the glory of God.

6/7/26

In this message from Proverbs, we explore the deceptive nature of lust, the danger of temptation, and the wisdom God provides for pursuing purity and faithfulness. Scripture reveals how lust slowly erodes godly desire, distorting what was designed for good and leading the heart away from wisdom. Through practical instruction and biblical insight, this passage calls us to exercise self-control, wal...

One of the most common questions believers have while navigating the Christian life concerns God’s will. Discerning His plan, purpose, and path for our lives is one of the most important aspects of our faith, yet often it can feel unclear what decisions God would have us make. In this message through Proverbs, we explore the personal nature of God and how He faithfully guides His people through th...

How do you know the will of God and avoid making foolish decisions in life? In this message from Book of Proverbs and First Book of Kings, we examine the danger of pride, the value of wisdom, and the tragic downfall of King Rehoboam after rejecting godly counsel. God never designed us to navigate life alone. Left to ourselves, we often misjudge situations, trust our own perspective too much, and m...

This Mother’s Day message celebrates the beauty of God’s design in manhood and womanhood and the unique role moms play in shaping the home. As we continue our series on parenting, we reflect on how God intentionally created men and women with distinct strengths that work together to bless the family, nurture children, and reflect His character in powerful ways.

As we continue our look at the divine call of parenting, we take a closer look at the important yet challenging responsibility of discipling our children. In this message, we discuss how to discipline biblically and carry it out in a God-honoring and effective manner.

One of the great responsibilities—and privileges—of the family is the divine call to parent. In this message, we explore foundational principles for faithful, effective parenting. Throughout the book of Proverbs, Solomon reveals that instruction, knowledge, and wisdom are meant to be passed from parent to child through intentional relationship. This message is an encouragement to embrace that call...

4/19/26

In this message from Proverbs 3:13–26, we explore the beauty, value, and necessity of God’s wisdom in everyday life. While the world chases wealth, status, and success, Scripture points us to something far greater—wisdom that brings peace, stability, and lasting blessing. And this wisdom doesn’t stay hidden—if you truly possess God’s wisdom, it will show up in how you treat people.

In this message from Gospel of Luke 24, we step into the early morning hours of the resurrection and encounter one of the most defining moments in human history—the empty tomb. The women arrive expecting death, but instead are met with a reality that changes everything: Jesus is not there. He has risen. This message explores the weight of that moment, the courage of those who identified with Chris...

What does the cross really accomplish? In this Good Friday message from Mark 15, we explore one of the most profound and often overlooked moments in the gospel—the release of Barabbas and the condemnation of Jesus. Scripture presents a striking exchange: the guilty goes free while the innocent is led to the cross, but what does this reveal about the nature of redemption? Discover how this moment f...

This past Sunday, we were blessed to have apologist Charlie Campbell present on the historical reliability of the resurrection account. The Apostle Paul rightly states that if Jesus had not been raised, then the gospel and the ministry of Jesus lose their significance and authority. In this message, Charlie offers five compelling reasons why we can confidently believe in the biblical narrative of...

The gospel is the good news that through Jesus Christ we are made right with God—but it’s also the source of true freedom. In Galatians 5, Paul reminds us that Christ has set us free not only from sin, guilt, and striving to earn God’s approval, but for something greater: a life marked by love and service. This message challenges two common distortions of the gospel—adding to it through rule-keepi...

This past Sunday, we were honored to hear a powerful and sobering message from guest speaker AJ Hurley of the White Rose Resistance. Drawing a bold comparison to the moral crises of history, AJ challenged us to consider the tragedy of abortion as the holocaust of our generation—calling the church not to silence, but to action. Through his personal testimony, AJ shared how he walked away from a car...

What does it really mean to fear the Lord? In this message from the book of Proverbs, we explore one of the most foundational and misunderstood ideas in the Bible. Scripture repeatedly declares that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, but what kind of fear is this—and why does it shape everything about how we live? Discover how a right view of God transforms our understanding of wisdo...

This message explores why suffering exists, the difference between punishment and loving correction, and how God-appointed trials shape us into steadfast, Christlike people. Discipline may be painful in the moment, but it produces endurance, humility, and the peaceful fruit of righteousness in those who have been trained by it. Rather than despising hardship or growing weary under it, we are calle...

This week we turn to Proverbs 3:9–10 and reflect on what it means to honor the Lord with what He has entrusted to us. In a culture where financial success often defines identity and security, God calls His people to live from a different center. Money is one of the most recurring themes in Scripture. Because of its power to shape our desires and direct our decisions, the Bible repeatedly warns us...

In this opening message, Pastor Morgan introduces the book of Proverbs and draws attention to its central and unifying theme—wisdom. More than a collection of sayings, Proverbs is a call to skillful, God-centered living. This message challenges believers to intentionally cultivate wisdom, to reject the path of foolishness, and to walk carefully in the fear of the Lord—the true beginning of knowled...

In this opening message, Pastor Morgan introduces the book of Proverbs and draws attention to its central and unifying theme—wisdom. More than a collection of sayings, Proverbs is a call to skillful, God-centered living. This message challenges believers to intentionally cultivate wisdom, to reject the path of foolishness, and to walk carefully in the fear of the Lord—the true beginning of knowled...

One of the foundations of Christian belief is that the Bible is God’s Word. But what do we mean by that—and why does it matter? In this message, we take time to address a foundational doctrine of the Christian faith: bibliology—what we believe about the Bible, where it came from, and why it holds authority over our lives. We consider whether the Bible has been faithfully preserved, whether we can...

Colossians 4:7–1 This message explores the often-overlooked faithfulness of ordinary believers—men and women who served, supported, prayed, endured, and stayed when the work became costly. Some carried heavy pasts. Others labored behind the scenes. A few serve as sobering warnings. All of them remind us that the kingdom of God does not advance through spotlighted greatness, but through steady obed...

The Sacredness of Human Life | The Apathy of the American Church This message addresses the sacredness of human life and confronts a growing spiritual danger within the American church—apathy toward the killing of the unborn. The message acknowledges the real and overwhelming challenges that can accompany an unplanned pregnancy—financial strain, broken relationships, fear, and uncertainty. Genuine...