Maple Plain Community Church

Pastor Dominic continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 16:1–12. In this message, he examines the spiritual blindness of the Pharisees, Sadducees, and even the disciples, reminding us that seeing Jesus’ works is not the same as believing in Him. As Jesus warns His followers about the "yeast" of false teaching, we are challenged to guard our hearts against unbeli...

Pastor Chris continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 15:21–28. In this message, he explores the remarkable faith of the Canaanite woman who came to Jesus seeking mercy for her daughter. Despite obstacles, silence, and apparent rejection, she persisted in trusting Christ’s power and compassion. Through her example, we are reminded that genuine faith recognizes w...

Pastor Dominic continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 15:1–20. In this message, he contrasts human traditions with God’s commands and exposes the danger of outward religion that lacks genuine heart transformation. As Jesus confronts the Pharisees, we are reminded that true worship is not measured by external rituals but by hearts that are devoted to God. Chris...

Pastor Josh preaches from Joshua 1:1–9, exploring the call to be strong and courageous as one steps into a new chapter of life. In this message, we see how Joshua’s reliance on God’s promise and presence serves as a model for believers, reminding us that while life may not always be easy, we can move forward with confidence knowing that Christ is our only true foundation. Because of the finished w...

Pastor Dominic preaches from Hebrews 10:1–14, exploring the necessity, willingness, and sufficiency of Christ’s sacrifice. In this message, we see how the repeated sacrifices of the old covenant pointed forward to Jesus—the perfect sacrifice who willingly came to do the Father’s will and accomplished what animal sacrifices never could. Because of Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice, believers can find...

Pastor Dominic continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 14:22–36. In this message, he walks through Jesus calming the fears of the disciples during the storm and Peter stepping out onto the water in faith. Through this powerful account, we are reminded that we are never out of God’s sight, reach, compassion, or peace. Even in the midst of fear and uncertainty, J...

Pastor Chris continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 14:13–21. In this message, he explores Jesus feeding the five thousand and highlights how ministry flows from Christ’s compassion, calls us to trust Him as our provider, and invites us to participate in His work. As the disciples bring their limited resources to Jesus, we are reminded that God often works pow...

Pastor Dominic continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 14:1–12. In this message, he examines the account of John the Baptist’s death, highlighting the tension between truth and power, and the cost of standing faithfully for God’s Word. As John boldly confronts sin and remains faithful even unto death, we are reminded that following Christ is not always easy—but...

Continuing our focus on building for the future, this message from Colossians 2:6–8 challenges us to remain rooted and built up in Christ in a world full of competing voices. As we consider the influence of culture and the importance of truth, we are reminded that a strong foundation in Jesus is essential for lasting faith. Looking ahead, we are also called to invest in the next generation—praying...

Pastor Dominic continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 13:47–58. In this message, he explores the parable of the net and Jesus’ return to His hometown, reminding us that while people may be close to Jesus, they can still miss who He truly is. As Jesus teaches about the coming judgment and is rejected by those most familiar with Him, we are challenged to examine...

Pastor Dominic continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 13:31–35. In this message, he explores the parables of the mustard seed and the yeast, showing how God’s kingdom often begins in small and humble ways but grows far beyond what we can imagine. Through these parables, we are reminded that God is at work beneath the surface—expanding His kingdom and transform...

Pastor Dominic preaches from 1 Peter 1:3–4, focusing on the living hope we have in Jesus Christ. In this message, he highlights how our hope is rooted in God’s mercy, secured through the resurrection of Jesus, and anchored in the promise of an eternal inheritance that will never fade. No matter the circumstances we face, we are reminded that our hope is not temporary or uncertain—it is living in C...

Pastor Dominic preaches from Philippians 2:5–11, exploring the humility and exaltation of Jesus Christ. In this message, he shows how Jesus, though fully God, willingly humbled Himself, became a servant, and gave His life on the cross—revealing that the path to true greatness is not self-exaltation but self-sacrifice. As we follow Christ’s example, we are called to adopt His mindset in our relatio...

Pastor Phil continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 13:24–30 and 36–43. In this message, he unpacks the Parable of the Weeds, showing how God is at work in a world where good and evil grow side by side. While evil is real and present, we are reminded that God is patient, judgment is coming, and He is faithfully carrying out His greater plan. As we wait for the...

Pastor Dominic continues our journey through the Gospel of Matthew with Jesus’ Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:1–23). In this message, we explore why Jesus taught in parables and what this well-known story reveals about the condition of our hearts when we hear God’s Word. Jesus describes four types of soil representing different responses to the gospel—from hardened hearts and shallow faith to di...

Pastor Dominic continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 13:44–46. In this message, he explores Jesus’ parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great value, showing that the kingdom of heaven is worth more than anything we possess. As we discover the true value of God’s kingdom, we are called to pursue it with joy, recognizing that following Christ is bot...

Pastor Dominic continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 12:38–50. In this message, he warns of the danger of hardened hearts and empty faith while pointing to the hope found in Jesus—the greater Jonah and the promised Savior. As Christ calls people to true repentance and obedience, we are invited into an enduring relationship with Him as members of God’s family....

Pastor Chris continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 12:22–37. In this message, he explores the powerful response to Jesus’ miracles and the sharp division they caused—showing that there is no neutral ground with Christ. As Jesus confronts the Pharisees and reveals that our words and actions flow from the heart, we are challenged to examine our response and cho...

Pastor Dominic continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 12:15–21. In this message, he reveals Jesus as the promised Servant foretold by Isaiah—humble, chosen, gentle, and victorious. As Jesus heals the crowds with compassion, we see how Christ brings hope and justice to the nations through faithful obedience to the Father’s will. Learn more about Maple Plain Com...

Continuing our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, this message from Matthew 12:1–14 explores Jesus’ confrontation with legalism and His emphasis on mercy over ritual. As Jesus declares Himself Lord of the Sabbath and heals a man on the Sabbath, we are reminded that God values relationship over rules and calls His people to reflect His compassion by doing good. Learn more about Maple Plain Com...

Pastor Dominic continues our sermon series focused on our church’s vision, mission, and values, preaching from 1 Corinthians 12:4–26. In this message, he teaches how God equips every believer with spiritual gifts to serve together as one body—reminding us that no role is unnecessary, no gift is insignificant, and every act of service matters for the good of the church and the glory of God. Learn m...

Pastor Dominic continues our sermon series focused on our church’s vision, mission, and values, preaching from John 1:43–51. In this message, he highlights Jesus’ call to follow Him and the simple, faithful approach to evangelism modeled by Philip—sharing what we know about Jesus, expecting reluctance, and inviting others to come and see for themselves. Learn more about Maple Plain Community Churc...

Pastor Dominic continues our sermon series focused on our church’s vision, mission, and values, preaching from Hebrews 3:12–14. In this message, he emphasizes the importance of connecting with others through discipleship—highlighting that following Jesus is a personal, relational, and lifelong commitment, strengthened as we encourage one another and walk faithfully together in Christ. Learn more a...

Pastor Phil launches our new sermon series focused on our church’s vision, mission, and values, preaching from Isaiah 55:1–3. In this message, he invites us to respond to God’s open call to come, listen, and truly live—reminding us that our deepest spiritual thirst is met as we connect with God and align our lives with His purposes. Learn more about Maple Plain Community Church at mapleplaincc.org...

Pastor Dominic continues our Advent series in the Gospel of Luke, preaching from Luke 2:22–35. In this message, he looks at Simeon’s faithful waiting, the fulfillment of God’s promises in Jesus, and the prophetic declaration that Christ is both the salvation of the nations and the dividing line of every human heart. Learn more about Maple Plain Community Church at mapleplaincc.org.