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Experience how a single moment of kindness to one hurting person can spark a movement for the Gospel. This message explores Acts 3:11-26, challenging the church to leave the building and act as "faucets" for the life-giving power of Jesus Christ.

Explore how the Holy Spirit transformed Peter and John from competitive rivals into collaborative apostles through a powerful healing at the Temple's Beautiful Gate. This message dives into the tension of the "Already, But Not Yet" kingdom, featuring the inspiring story of Pastor Joel Sonnenberg.

As we stand on the threshold of a New Year, Adam Hayes explores the Apostle Paul’s radical shift from a checklist-driven life to a singular pursuit: knowing Jesus Christ. Using the "SMART" goal framework, this message challenges us to prioritize our spiritual relationship above all other resolutions for the coming year.

Are you at risk of taking Jesus for granted or relegating Him to the fringes of your life? This message invites you to rediscover the mystery and wonder of the Christmas story through the eyes of the shepherds to find a peace that transcends circumstances.

Unpack the surprising "Christmas list"—the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1:1-17—and rediscover the wonder of God’s radical grace working through flawed, messy, and broken people. Learn how Jesus's family tree, featuring outcasts and sinners like Tamar, Rahab, and Bathsheba, assures us that there is no story God cannot redeem.

Dive into the Book of Acts as we explore the characteristics of the very first Christian Church and challenge ourselves not to idealize it, but to love the real church. Discover what made this early community so vibrant and attractive through their devotion to Jesus, to one another, and to radical generosity.

The very first Christian sermon delivered by Peter in Acts 2 reveals that we are living in the "last days," a crucial age of opportunity and grace. Discover how Peter clarifies the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, presents the gospel centering on Jesus' incarnation, crucifixion, and resurrection, and issues a strong call to action: "What shall we do?"

Discover how gratitude is a direct measure of your faith as we explore the story of the ten lepers healed by Jesus, with only one returning to give thanks. Learn why the lack of a thankful heart is the start of spiritual rebellion and how to ensure your appreciation leads you to a deeper encounter with Christ.

Preaching for a Change: The Holy Spirit's Power in God's Word Explore the final message in our series on the Holy Spirit, focusing on how true life change comes not from human eloquence or persuasive words, but through the Holy Spirit making God's Word come alive in us (1 Corinthians 2:4-5). Discover why relying on God's power—and not human wisdom—is essential for comprehending spiritual truths an...

Discover the Holy Spirit's primary agenda: to transform believers into the likeness of Christ by producing nine-flavored fruit in their lives. Explore the difference between the "flesh operating system" and surrendering control to the Spirit for genuine, Christ-like character growth.

Stop struggling! Discover how to move past the Christian life of "self-effort and frustration" to one that is "flowing, not forced" by embracing the Spirit's daily influence and control.

This week, we dig into Romans 8:5-14 to uncover what a truly surrendered life looks like in the daily battle between the flesh and the Spirit. Discover the principles of focusing your mind on the Spirit for life and peace, and learn your active role in "putting to death" the misdeeds of the body.

Discover the greatest gift God has given believers: the Holy Spirit, who provides all the resources needed to live in the fullness God intended. Learn to embrace the three realities from John 14—that you are never alone, the Spirit lives permanently in you, and God's Word is His ammunition—to live a confident, bold Christian life.

Discover three compelling reasons from 1 Corinthians 12 why you should desire the Holy Spirit's presence and power in your life. Learn how God uses diverse gifts not for chaos, but to produce beautiful harmony, serve the common good, and ensure you fulfill your vital part in the church body.

Discover the empowering truth of Pentecost from Acts 2:1-13! Learn that the pressure is off—God equips every believer with the Holy Spirit for His assignments, using ordinary people to declare His wonders.

Jesus uses the Parable of the Weeds to explain God's plan for kingdom expansion between his first and second comings. Discover why the Kingdom of Heaven advances by growing righteous people rather than by attempting to remove all sources of wickedness.

Adam Hayes, a longtime church member, steps in to deliver a sermon on Colossians 2, exploring the concept of spiritual "fullness" in Christ. He uses relatable anecdotes like the "dessert stomach" and a metaphorical glass of water to illustrate how faith in Jesus provides a complete spiritual fulfillment, leaving no room for sin or spiritual lack.

When we’re in God’s waiting room, it can be hard to know what to do next. This message from Acts Chapter One reveals how handling these times of waiting properly can prepare us for God's next move.

Join us for a deep dive into the Book of Acts, exploring how ordinary people were empowered by an extraordinary God to spread the gospel. This series will challenge you to consider the essential, unstoppable power of the Holy Spirit in your own life and in the mission of the church.

David models generosity in his final days, challenging the people of Israel to build the temple. In this sermon, we explore four ways of thinking that reframe our perspective on daily life and stewardship.

A seemingly trivial decision spirals into a great cost, mirroring David's foolish choice to count his fighting men. This message explores how David, a man after God's own heart, was still susceptible to pride and how his confession and repentance reveal a path to wisdom and God's abundant mercy.

This week, we dive into Psalm 32 and the life of King David, exploring his journey from a tender to a hard heart. The message asks us to make a crucial choice: will we become better or bitter?

This episode explores the biblical account of King David's sin and the confrontation by the prophet Nathan from 2 Samuel 12. We explore what happens after we've "blown it" and how God's grace meets our greatest failures.

This podcast examines King David's fall from grace in 2 Samuel 11, exploring how an unchecked glance at a "bathing beauty" led to a series of choices that culminated in murder and a hardened heart. We delve into the stages of temptation and the devastating ripple effect of our actions, reminding us that our greatest battles are often fought within our own hearts.

This episode explores what happens when God says "no" to our plans, drawing lessons from King David's desire to build God a temple. Discover how God's "no" can often lead to something far better, ultimately focusing on His spectacular nature.