Mission City Church

In Matthew 2, wise men travel hundreds of miles because they noticed something others missed. God was moving, a sign was given, and they chose to follow it all the way to Jesus. Meanwhile, those closest to the truth stayed put. This message reminds us that true wisdom is not about information or position, but about attention, worship, joy, and response. The same God who guided the wise men by a st...

In Luke 2, God announces the birth of Jesus not to kings or religious leaders, but to shepherds. The overlooked. The unclean. The outsiders. God gives them a front-row seat to the Savior to make one thing clear from the very beginning: salvation is for everyone. Jesus came near to bring forgiveness, peace, and joy to those who thought they were too far gone. If God came for the shepherds, He came...

Joseph’s story in Matthew 1 shows what it feels like to doubt God’s faithfulness when life takes a painful turn. Joseph planned to walk away, but God stepped in and revealed a purpose bigger than Joseph could see. Even in confusion, God was present and working behind the scenes. When we look at the birth of Jesus, we see a faithful God who keeps His promises and draws near to us. Where do you need...

This Christmas, we’re inviting people to see for themselves what God can do. In this message, we look at Mary’s story in Luke 1 and how God shows up in unlikely places, unsettles our expectations, and breaks into ordinary life with extraordinary power. Even when we ask “How will this be?”, God reminds us that nothing is impossible with Him. What would it look like to trust God enough to come and s...

God invites us to expect more from Him than we often dare to imagine. In this message, we explore what it means to pray bold prayers, believe for impossible things, and live with a faith that stretches beyond our comfort. Ephesians 3:14–21 reminds us that God’s power has no ceiling and His love has no limits. When we expect big things, we step into the kind of faith that shapes families, communiti...

God created us with a deep desire for connection. We aren’t meant to live isolated or carry the weight of life alone. Community is God’s design for our growth, our strength, and our hope. In this message, we look at Hebrews 10:19-25 and discover why gathering together matters, how biblical community shapes our faith, and why we grow best when we walk with others. Community stirs us toward love and...

We’re called to never stop growing. God desires to grow us deeper in faith and wider in impact — but real growth takes time, consistency, and staying rooted in His Word. Discover how spiritual maturity happens through abiding in Jesus, walking in His strength, and living with endurance, patience, and joy. Are you growing in the way God has called you to? Connect with us! Missioncity.church

We don’t go to church — we are the church. God didn’t design us to be spectators but contributors. In this message, Pastor Matt challenges us to move from consuming to contributing — from “I have to” to “I get to.” When every part of the body works properly, the church grows stronger, lives are changed, and love overflows. Generosity isn’t just about money; it’s about giving our time, talent, and...

If the Bible says it, we believe it. There is no other truth outside of God’s Word. In this message, Pastor Matt reminds us that Scripture is not just a historical document — it’s the living, breathing Word of God. It teaches, corrects, and trains us so we can live under God’s authority and experience His blessing. Submitting to God’s Word means living under it, not over it. It’s trusting that God...

When Jesus was asked which commandment was the greatest, He gave two—love God and love people. The truth is, you can’t do one without the other. This week in At the Core, we’re unpacking what it really means to love people the way Jesus did. It’s more than kindness or tolerance—it’s sacrificial, active, and reflective of God’s own heart. Every person was created by God, bears His image, and is dee...

What do you value most in life? Jesus said, “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness.” When God comes first, everything else finds its right place. This week we begin our new series, At the Core, by looking at what it means to put God first in every part of our lives. From our priorities and relationships to our work and worship, every area changes when God takes the center. Putting Go...

Evil is real, but it’s not victorious. In the final week of our Overcome series, we look at the closing chapter of Joseph’s story and discover the truth that shaped his life: what the enemy meant for evil, God meant for good. Through every betrayal, temptation, and setback, Joseph never lost sight of who was in control. His story reminds us that God’s presence isn’t limited to the mountaintops—it’...

Resentment is one of the hardest battles we face. When someone has hurt us deeply, holding onto bitterness feels natural. But Joseph’s story in Genesis 45 shows us a better way—one that points us to the heart of the Gospel. Forgiveness isn’t easy, but it’s freeing. Joseph revealed the hurt, released the burden, reframed the past, and restored the relationship. His story reminds us that God calls u...

Regret is powerful—it lingers, weighs us down, and keeps us from moving forward. In Genesis 42, Joseph’s brothers finally confront the guilt of their betrayal after 22 years of silence. Their story reminds us that regret doesn’t have to define us. God doesn’t want us chained by guilt. Conviction is meant to lead us to confession—and confession leads to freedom. The only way to overcome regret is t...

Disaster is part of life—we can’t always avoid it, but we can overcome it. In Genesis 41, Joseph shows us how to face disaster with wisdom, trust, and faith. Pharaoh’s dreams revealed seven years of plenty followed by seven years of famine, and Joseph’s response teaches us a key truth: God’s plan isn’t always to prevent disaster, but to prepare us to endure and rise above it. The way forward is cl...

Disappointment is something we all face—whether it’s unmet expectations, delays, or seasons where life just doesn’t go the way we planned. In Genesis 40, Joseph shows us what it looks like to remain faithful even when he was forgotten, waiting, and stuck in disappointment. The truth is, God’s delays are not God’s denials. When life feels like it’s on pause, we can still choose determination over d...

Temptation never comes with warning labels. It promises pleasure, comfort, or gain—but it hides the cost until it’s too late. In Genesis 39, we see Joseph face one of the greatest temptations of his life. His story shows us what it really takes to stand strong when sin comes knocking. To overcome temptation, we must recognize God’s blessings in our lives, set clear boundaries before the pressure h...

Jealousy starts as a seed in the heart, but if left unchecked, it blinds us to God’s plan and destroys relationships. In this message from Genesis 37, we look at the life of Joseph and his brothers to see both the danger of jealousy and the hope of overcoming it. When others are jealous of you, or when jealousy rises in your own heart, there’s a way forward: trust God’s purpose, celebrate others,...

We all have a past — mistakes, regrets, or even sins that weigh us down. But through Jesus, you don’t have to be defined by who you were. You can be transformed by who He is. In this message, we look at the story of Jacob in Genesis 35 and discover how repentance leads to true freedom. Overcoming your past means putting away idols, purifying your heart, and stepping into the new identity God gives...

Christianity was never meant to be a spectator sport. Too many believers have settled into the stands—watching rather than playing. This message challenges us to move from the sidelines to the field through faithful attendance, active service, personal spiritual growth, generous giving, and protecting unity in the church. This is your call to stop watching and start playing. The Kingdom needs you...

Self-control isn’t about willpower—it’s about walking in the Spirit. In this final message of our Fruit of the Spirit series, Pastor Matt teaches that self-control isn’t a command we force, but a fruit that grows as we stay in step with the Holy Spirit. The works of the flesh are obvious, but the way of freedom is supernatural. We don’t conquer sin by trying harder—we crucify the flesh and keep in...

Gentleness is often misunderstood. It isn’t weakness—it’s strength under control. In this message, we unpack what it means to walk in step with the Spirit and respond like Jesus: not with pride or power, but with humility and grace. When we’re tempted to prove ourselves, dominate a conversation, or lash out in anger, gentleness invites us to follow a better path—one modeled perfectly by Christ Him...

📖 Psalm 103:11; 1 Corinthians 4:1–2 🎙️ Speaker: Matt Carter 📍 Mission City Church | July 21, 2025 Life can feel overwhelming, and faithfulness might seem out of reach—but it isn’t. In this message, Pastor Matt reminds us that the foundation of our faithfulness is God’s unwavering faithfulness to us. From Abraham to David to Jesus, God has always kept His promises, and now His Spirit lives in us...

📖 Exodus 33–34 🎙️ Speaker: Matt Carter 📍 Mission City Church | July 13, 2025 What does it really mean to be good ? This week we explore the fruit of the Spirit called Goodness —a trait often misunderstood and hard to define. But Scripture is clear: Goodness begins with God . From the opening chapter of Genesis to Moses’ mountaintop encounter in Exodus 33–34, we see that God doesn’t just do good...

📖 Ephesians 2:4–10 🎙️ Speaker: Pastor Matt Surber 📍 Mission City Church | July 6, 2025 In a world where kindness is in short supply, how do we live differently? This week, we’re diving into the fifth Fruit of the Spirit — Kindness . It’s not about being “nice” or making people feel good. Kindness is about meeting real needs with love, grace, and action. And the truth is, kindness isn’t natural —...