Lake Avenue Community Church

Send us Fan Mail In this message, Pastor Scott explores the dramatic story of Paul, Silas, and the Philippian jailer, showing how God’s power brings freedom to the imprisoned and hopeless. Through midnight prayers, an earthquake, and a miraculous family salvation, we see that grace saves anyone, anywhere, and at any time. This sermon reminds us that no life is too broken, no family too lost, and n...

Send us Fan Mail In this first message of a two-part series on marriage, Pastor Scott examines the cautionary story of Ananias and Sapphira from Acts 5:1-11. Their deceit and covetousness serve as a stark warning about the destructive power of sin and the importance of authentic holiness within the church and in marriage. Listeners will be challenged to reflect on their own hearts, examine the imp...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful message, Pastor Scott unpacks the story of Rahab, a woman with a troubled past whose faith in God transformed not only her life but the future of her entire family. From hiding the Israelite spies to tying the scarlet cord in her window, Rahab’s courageous actions demonstrate how faith can redeem broken families and turn despair into hope. This sermon reminds us t...

Send us Fan Mail Guest speaker, Phil Gonzales, one of our newest deacons fills the pulpit and preaches on the story of Joseph and his brothers. In this narrative-focused message, we learn from the story of God's faithfulness through the eyes of a young man, named Joseph, and how we can model our faith so that we too can endure the ups and downs of life. 

Send us Fan Mail In this message from Genesis 4, Pastor Scott unpacks the story of Cain and Abel as a sobering reminder that without faith it is impossible to please God. Cain’s faithlessness not only corrupted his relationship with the Lord but also destroyed his relationship with his brother. We are warned of the slow fade of sin when faith is neglected, yet pointed to the greater hope we have i...

Send us Fan Mail In this message, Pastor Scott explores the powerful influence of discipleship through the example of Timothy, whose faith was nurtured by his mother Eunice and grandmother Lois. From invitation to observation, supervision, and commission, discipleship is revealed as the vehicle that transports the gospel from one generation to the next. Whether you’re a grandparent, parent, or fri...

Send us Fan Mail In this closing passage of Ephesians (6:21–24), Pastor Scott teaches how the church can become a truly caring community. Through the example of Tychicus, we learn the value of being faithful, serving others, and offering encouragement. Paul’s benediction also reminds us to pray for peace, love, and faith so that the church reflects the heart of Christ. This message challenges us t...

Send us Fan Mail In this message from Ephesians 6:10–13, Pastor Scott reminds us that the Christian life is not without conflict—it is a spiritual battle. We are called to build our lives on God’s strength, put on the full armor of God, and stand firm against the schemes of the enemy. Though the forces of darkness are real, our victory is secure in Christ, who equips us to resist, endure, and rema...

Send us Fan Mail In this first part of Put on the Whole Armor of God (Ephesians 6:14–15), we learn why Christians must be equipped for the spiritual battles of our day. Pastor Scott unpacks the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, and the shoes of the gospel of peace, showing how each protects us against Satan’s lies, division, and temptation. This message reminds us that only by faste...

Send us Fan Mail In this second part of Put On the Whole Armor of God (Ephesians 6:16–17), Pastor Scott unpacks the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit. These essential pieces of armor remind us that our battle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of evil that seek to weaken our faith and steal our hope. Through faith, salvation, and God’s W...

Send us Fan Mail In this final part of Put on the Whole Armor of God (Ephesians 6:18–20), Pastor Scott shows that prayer is more than just another piece of armor—it is the very air every believer must breathe. Paul calls us to pray at all times, with all kinds of prayers, with perseverance, and for all the saints. This message reminds us that without prayer, the armor of God is powerless, but thro...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to serve and lead in the workplace as a follower of Christ? In this message, we look at Paul’s instructions to bondservants and masters and how they point to a radical, counter-cultural approach to work rooted in the gospel. Pastor Scott explains the historical context of slavery in the Roman world, connects the passage to modern employee-employer dynamics, and c...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore Ephesians 6:1 and uncover the biblical foundation for the parent-child relationship. Pastor Trey teaches how obedience and honor from children, and loving, intentional guidance from parents, reflect God’s design for healthy families. With clarity and encouragement, this message speaks to both generations, offering practical wisdom rooted in God’s Word....

Send us Fan Mail In this message from Ephesians 5:22–33 , Pastor Scott unpacks the biblical foundation for marriage, exploring how God's design for husbands and wives reflects the love of Christ and the church. He addresses common misconceptions around submission and leadership, clarifying that biblical roles are rooted in love, service, and mutual respect—not dominance or control. With humor...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode titled “Foundations for Christian Life: Avoid the Cracks!” , we explore Ephesians 5:3–14 and the essential truths that hold up a strong Christian life. Through a powerful object lesson and heartfelt teaching, we unpack how areas like sexual immorality, impurity, and covetousness can create unseen cracks that weaken our faith. Pastor Scott challenges us to examine t...

Send us Fan Mail This message explores how believers can walk wisely in a world filled with foolishness by being filled with the Holy Spirit. Through humor, personal stories, and Scripture, we see how worship, gratitude, and mutual submission shape a Spirit-filled life. Pastor Scott highlights that true wisdom is not about intellect, but about daily surrender to God's guidance. Tune in to lea...

Send us Fan Mail On this Easter Sunday at Lake Avenue Community Church, we explore how Jesus’ resurrection isn’t just a historical event—it’s the foundation of our new life. Through Ephesians 4:17–24, we unpack what it means to leave behind the old self and embrace the transformation Christ offers. Whether you’re feeling stuck, skeptical, or spiritually hungry, this message reveals the hope and po...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore what it means to live out our Christian identity within the community of faith, drawing from Paul’s powerful words in Ephesians 4 and 5. From replacing lies with truth, and anger with self-control, to cultivating forgiveness and godly love, we’re reminded that the Christian life is shaped not by rules but by a heart transformed through Christ. Join us a...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Pastor Scott takes us on a heartfelt journey from high school ministry moments to the deeper call of the Church in Ephesians 4. Through real stories—some funny, some raw—we’re reminded that every believer has a gift, and those gifts are meant to be used to serve, build, and love one another. It’s not about showing up for a service—it’s about showing up for each other. I...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we’re diving into what real unity looks like in the church—beyond just getting along. Pastor Scott reflects on a snowy soccer game, the bond that forms through shared struggle, and how that connects to the church’s call to be one body in Christ. We’ll unpack Ephesians 4 and look at how unity isn’t about agreeing on everything, but about centering our lives on the gospel...

Send us Fan Mail Are you living in light of the full power of God? Have you ever wondered if God has more for you in this life? Through Pastor Scott's teaching we can learn what it means to have the fullness of God active in our lives, and what we can do to allow his rightful authority to take the lead and what we can do to prevent anything from distracting us from God's leadership and i...

Send us Fan Mail In this message Pastor Scott teaches through the next passage in Ephesians and observes an opportunity for a distinct focus on Mission. As Paul references "the mystery" several times we learn that this "mystery" is the gathering of all people to salvation. The impact of this teaching has incredible global application as we, the people of God look toward the Mis...

Send us Fan Mail In this message, Pastor Scott directs our attention to the monumental change in salvation. No longer was salvation exclusive to the Jewish people, now Gentiles were invited and united together into a new people created by the work of Jesus. As a result of this new community, together we have a mission to be the presence of God where we live and share this new truth, all can be sav...

Send us Fan Mail Closing off the three part mini-series within Ephesians, Pastor Scott walks through one of the more famous passages in scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10. In this landmark passage, the author, Paul, declares that Christians are saved by grace! Listen in to hear how the grace of God can redeem anyone and everyone to be made new in Christ and experience salvation for all eternity.  Ephesia...

Send us Fan Mail Continuing in Ephesians chapter 2, Pastor Scott gives us the hope we have in our new life in Jesus! Through the work of Christ in our lives we learn how we can be saved from our sinful past, raised to life in the present and even our future is guaranteed by the grace of God. Be sure to listen to this informative and inspiring message.  Ephesians 2:4-7