Nick Hughes

What if Jesus sent you a direct message today?  What would be the content of that message? In this opening sermon in the Direct Message series, we journey to the church at Ephesus—a church that was busy, faithful, and doctrinally sound, yet had drifted from its first love. Jesus' words are just as relevant today as they were two thousand years ago. It's possible to work for Jesus without...

Why are you here? It's one of life's biggest questions, and the Bible gives a clear answer: You were made by God and for God. In the final message of the Summer School series, we discover God's purpose for our lives through one of the most powerful doxologies in Scripture. Learn the five biblical purposes for every believer and discover what it means to live for the One from whom, t...

What if one of the most important places your faith is shaped isn’t the church—but your home? In this Father’s Day message from our Summer School series, Nick Hughes opens Deuteronomy 6:1–9 to show that the home is one of God’s primary classrooms for discipleship. In Home Economics, we’ll explore what it means to live well, love well, and lead well so that the truth of God is passed from one gener...

What does God think about our bodies? In this message from the Summer School series, Nick Hughes explores the biblical connection between physical health and spiritual growth. Discover why physical fitness is not the goal of the Christian life, but can be a valuable spiritual discipline that helps us honor God, serve others, and pursue a life of godliness. Based on 1 Corinthians 6:19–20, this mess...

What comes to mind when you hear the word “church”? For some, it’s a building. For others, it’s a worship service or a denomination. But what if the church is something far more significant? In this message from Ephesians 4:1–6, Pastor Nick Hughes explores God’s design for the church and why belonging to a local body of believers is essential to the Christian life. Discover what makes the church u...

What happened on the cross, and why does it still matter today? In this Good Friday message, Nick Hughes explores the meaning of Jesus’ death through the image of The Shadow of the Cross . Far more than a symbol of suffering, the cross stands at the center of God’s plan of salvation, revealing His love, offering forgiveness, and providing hope for all who trust in Christ. Whether you are a longtim...

Have you ever been angry when God didn’t do things your way? In this message from Jonah 4, Nick Hughes examines the surprising ending of Jonah’s story. After witnessing one of the greatest spiritual awakenings in history, Jonah finds himself frustrated by God’s mercy and struggling with his own heart. This message challenges us to examine our attitudes, align our hearts with God’s compassion, and...

Have you ever wished you could start over? In this message from Jonah 3, Nick Hughes explores the God of second chances. After running from God’s call and experiencing the consequences of his disobedience, Jonah receives an opportunity to begin again. This message reminds us that our failures do not have to define us, God’s grace is greater than our mistakes, and it is never too late to obey His v...

What do you do when your choices leave you in deep trouble? In this message from Jonah 2, Nick Hughes explores Jonah’s prayer from the belly of the great fish and the hope that can be found even in life’s darkest moments. When we reach the end of ourselves, we discover that God has not abandoned us. No matter how far you’ve fallen or how desperate your situation may seem, God’s grace is deeper tha...

Have you ever known what God wanted you to do—and run the other way? In this message from Jonah 1, Nick Hughes explores the story of a reluctant prophet who tried to outrun God’s call. Through Jonah’s rebellion, we discover God’s relentless grace, the futility of running from His presence, and the hope that even our failures can become opportunities for redemption. Whether you’re far from God or s...