Hope City Church

It’s possible to look ready on the outside and still be unprepared on the inside. In this message, Pastor Phil walks through Jesus’ parable of the ten virgins in Matthew 25 and reminds us that faith is more than showing up, knowing the words, or being close to church. Jesus invites us to be ready for His return by knowing Him personally, persevering in the waiting, and choosing daily to follow Him...

We all want our lives to matter. But when everything is said and done, what kind of impact will we leave behind? In this Father’s Day message, Pastor Phil looks at four legacies that stand the test of time: faith, prayer, blessing, and grace. Whether you’re a parent or not, this message reminds us that the greatest influence we have isn’t what we achieve, but who we become and how we impact others...

In this message, Pastor Paul Drader explores Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 24 and the lesson of the fig tree. While many people focus on predicting when Jesus will return, Jesus calls us to something different: living ready today. As we look at His words, we’re reminded that faith isn’t about fear or speculation. It’s about staying awake spiritually, trusting Jesus, and making the most of the time we...

What is Jesus actually coming back for? In this message, Pastor Ken walks through Jesus’ words in Matthew 24 and reminds us that His return is not meant to create fear, but hope. As we wait, we’re invited to live with anticipation, stay faithful, and remember that Jesus is coming back for His people. Send us Fan Mail 🙌 Connect with Us: New? - hopecity.ca/new Stay Connected - hopecity.ca/weekly Fo...

The future can feel uncertain, especially when we read what Jesus says about the end times. In this message, Pastor Phil walks through Matthew 24 and explains what the Bible teaches about the Tribulation, God’s judgment, and Christ’s return. More importantly, we’re reminded that Jesus didn’t give these teachings to create fear. He gave them to help us stand firm. No matter what the future holds, o...

The world feels unstable, people are anxious, and questions about the future seem louder than ever. In this message, Pastor Phil begins our new series “Ready for His Return” by walking through Matthew 24 and what Jesus actually said about the end times. This message reminds us that Jesus never called His followers to panic, but to stay faithful. As culture shifts and pressure increases, we’re chal...

This week, Pastor Matt Baker wraps up our series The Non-Negotiables with a message on the Final Judgment. It’s a topic many people avoid, but Jesus spoke clearly about eternity, accountability, and the hope we can have through Him. This message reminds us that our lives matter, our choices matter, and that God invites every person to know Him before it’s too late. Whether you’ve followed Jesus fo...

Some seasons leave you exhausted. Mentally, physically, spiritually. In this Mother’s Day message, Pastor Ken walks through the story of the widow and the oil in 2 Kings 4 and reminds us that God meets people who are running on empty. Whether you feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or like you have nothing left to give, this message points to a God who still provides, still restores, and still works th...

What is the church really supposed to be? It’s easy to think of it as a building or a weekly gathering, but this message challenges that idea. Pastor Paul walks through three non-negotiables that define the church and how we’re meant to live it out every day. We’re reminded that following Jesus isn’t just personal. It’s about our relationship with God, our connection with others, and how we reach...

We’ve all tried to fix things on our own, and often it just makes things worse. This message looks at the deeper issue behind that struggle and why self-improvement isn’t enough to deal with sin and brokenness. As we walk through Scripture, we’re reminded that salvation isn’t something we earn or figure out. It’s something Jesus has already done for us. This message helps us understand why Jesus i...

The Trinity can feel confusing, even intimidating. One God in three persons? It’s easy to dismiss or avoid. But what if this isn’t something to be avoided, but actually the core of who God is? In this message, Pastor Ken walks through what the Bible reveals about the Trinity and why it matters for your everyday life. At the centre of it all is something deeply personal: God is love, and through Je...

A lot of people respect the Bible, but don’t really trust it. Others have questions but don’t feel like they can ask them out loud. In this message, Pastor Phil walks through some of the biggest doubts people have about the Bible and looks at whether it actually holds up. This isn’t just about information. It’s about whether you can build your life on it. Because if the Bible is trustworthy, it do...

Easter can feel like tradition, something we do every year without thinking much about it. But what if it’s more than that? What if it’s an invitation into something real that can actually change your life? In this message, Pastor Phil walks through the resurrection story and the people who witnessed it first. Each of them carried a different story, but all of them were changed by Jesus. This mess...

Palm Sunday starts with celebration, but ends with a hard question. How do people go from praising Jesus to rejecting Him just days later? In this message, Pastor Ruben walks through the triumphal entry in Mark 11 and shows how easy it is to want a version of Jesus that fits our expectations, while missing who He actually is. This message helps us look honestly at our own faith and invites us into...

Have you ever written something off too soon? A relationship, a dream, your faith, or even yourself? In this message, we look at a moment in Mark 5 where everything seemed over. A dying child, a woman out of options, and people who had already accepted the ending. But where people saw finality, Jesus stepped in and rewrote the story. This message reminds us that Jesus responds to desperate faith,...

Life often feels chaotic. Unexpected problems, uncertainty, and pressure can make it seem like everything is spinning out of control. In Mark 4:35–41, the disciples find themselves caught in a violent storm while crossing the sea with Jesus. As the waves crash around them, they panic while Jesus sleeps. In this powerful moment, Jesus reveals something deeper than just His ability to calm the wind...

In Mark 2, Jesus does something surprising. He sits down for a meal with tax collectors and sinners.  People society had written off and avoided. In this message, Pastor Ken explores what this moment reveals about the heart of Jesus. While many systems of religion focus on cleaning ourselves up before approaching God, Jesus moves toward people in their brokenness and invites them to follow Him. Se...

We live in a world that scrolls past what feels uncomfortable. We avoid the messy, the broken, and the complicated. But this is not who Jesus is. In this new series through the Gospel of Mark, we discover a powerful truth: when everyone else steps back from the mess, Jesus steps toward it. He moves toward rejection, defilement, and shame, not to condemn, but to restore. Send us Fan Mail 🙌 Connect...

Sex is everywhere in our culture. It shapes how we think about identity, belonging, and happiness, often without us realizing it. In this message, Pastor Phil explores what God actually says about sex and why His design is not restrictive but protective.   Send us Fan Mail 🙌 Connect with Us: New? - hopecity.ca/new Stay Connected - hopecity.ca/weekly Following Jesus - hopecity.ca/life Giving - hop...

Love is powerful, but without wisdom it can fall apart. In this message, Pastor Ken walks through four biblical laws from Song of Songs that help build a love that actually lasts. God didn’t design marriage as a contract built on convenience, but as a covenant built on commitment. Whether you’re married, dating, single, or healing from the past, this message points to a love shaped by God’s design...

We all fall short. Even when we know God’s way is best, the old nature can creep in and lead us down paths we never intended to take. In this message, Pastor Paul talks honestly about sin, repentance, and the hope we have when we return to God.  As we explore 1 John and the teachings of Jesus, we see that repentance and forgiveness are meant to go hand in hand. Repentance invites us to turn back t...

We all build our lives on something. Whether we realize it or not, we give authority to something that shapes how we think, choose, and live. In this message, Pastor Phil invites us to consider what we’re building on and why God’s Word matters so deeply. As we explore Scripture together, we’re reminded that the Bible doesn’t just inform our faith, it forms our life. God’s Word sustains us, gives u...

Many people want to love God fully but still feel stuck in an ongoing struggle. In this message, Pastor Ken explores why faith often feels like a battle and why that tension is actually part of the Christian life. As we look at Galatians 5, we discover that freedom is not found in trying harder or giving up, but in learning how to walk by the Spirit each day. This message helps us understand the b...

Many of us like control because it makes us feel safe. But when control takes over, it often leads to stress, anxiety, and frustration. In this message, Pastor Phil invites us to consider a better way forward.  As we reflect on Proverbs 3 and the life of Jesus, we discover that surrender is not weakness. It is an act of trust that opens the door to peace, freedom, and a deeper relationship with Go...

Many people love Jesus but still feel worn down, stuck, or defeated in their faith. In this message, Pastor Phil explores where real strength actually comes from and why just "trying harder" is not the answer. Ephesians 6 helps us see how God provides everything we need to stand strong through temptation, failure, and pressure. This message is an invitation to move beyond spiritual frust...