Renaissance Church

Thought Life Scott Axtmann What if the biggest spiritual battle you face isn't happening around you, but inside your own mind? In this message, Pastor Scott explores how our thoughts shape our lives, why so many of us wrestle with fear, shame, anxiety, and lies, and what it really means to "take every thought captive." More than a call to think positively, this sermon reveals how the Holy Spirit c...

Identity Scott Axtmann In this message, Pastor Scott explores one of the biggest questions we all wrestle with: our identity. He unpacks why so many of us build our sense of worth on things that can never truly satisfy and shows what changes when we stop letting our past, our mistakes, or other people's opinions define us. Instead, we'll discover the life-changing truth about the identity God has...

Ordinary Activities Scott Axtmann Pastor Scott reminds us that while we spend so much of life chasing exciting moments, most of our days are made up of ordinary tasks, and those moments matter to God as well. In this message, he shares how everything from washing dishes to pulling weeds can become acts of worship when done with gratitude, excellence, and love for Christ. If you’ve ever felt stuck...

Digital Life Mark Skillin In this message, Mark tackles the challenge of living faithfully in a world of constant notifications, endless information, and digital distractions. With humor, personal stories, and practical insight, he asks an important question: are our devices helping us, or quietly pulling our attention away from what matters most? Looking at the stories of Mary and Martha and the...

Sabbath Vicky Griffiths Vicky takes an honest look at why so many of us feel rushed, exhausted, and unable to truly rest. Through personal stories and biblical insight, she explains that Sabbath is not just a rule to follow but a gift from God that brings freedom, renewal, and a deeper awareness of His presence. She challenges the nonstop pace of modern life and invites us to discover a better way...

Time Scott Axtmann Pastor Scott explores one of life's biggest challenges: how we spend our limited time. In this encouraging message, he reminds us that while life is brief, every moment matters and can be used for God's purposes. Through practical examples and biblical wisdom, he shares how to focus on what truly matters, avoid distractions, and make choices that lead to a life of greater purpos...

Solitude Scott Axtmann What if the thing your soul needs most is something the modern world constantly pulls you away from? In a world filled with noise, distraction, and constant motion, Pastor Scott invites us into the forgotten spiritual practice of solitude. Drawing from the life of Jesus and the testimony of saints throughout history, this message explores why silence and stillness may be ess...

Celebration Scott Axtmann What if celebration isn’t just something we do, but a powerful way we love others? In this message Pastor Scott explores how joy, honor, and gratitude are actually spiritual disciplines that shape our hearts and relationships. He unpacks why learning to truly celebrate others can push back against jealousy, deepen our faith, and transform ordinary moments into something m...

Contemplation Vicky Griffiths In this message from the “Salt of the Earth” series, Vicky unpacks what contemplation really looks like in everyday life. In a world full of noise and distraction, she explains how slowing down and thinking deeply about God’s Word can actually change us from the inside out. She breaks it down in a simple, practical way, making it clear this isn’t just for the super sp...

Scripture Scott Axtmann Pastor Scott continues the Salt of the Earth series with a powerful invitation to rediscover the life changing beauty of God’s Word, revealing who God is, how we are saved, and how we are meant to live. He challenges us not just to know Scripture, but to truly submit to it, warning how easily we can drift into reshaping truth around our own preferences. With practical and h...

Prayer Scott Axtmann Pastor Scott opens the Salt of the Earth series with a powerful call to real prayer as a daily, honest relationship with God that shapes every part of life. He challenges both cultural indifference and empty routine, urging us to seek God with authenticity, even in dryness or struggle. With practical insight, he reminds us that prayer is not about perfection but persistence. K...

Salt of the Earth Series Introduction Scott Axtmann This opening message introduces the “Salt of the Earth” series. Scott will explore what it truly looks like to follow Jesus in everyday life, often in ways that stand in contrast to cultural norms. Drawing from Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5, believers are called to live distinct, “salty” lives that preserve goodness and reflect God’s character in...

Easter Message Scott Axtmann Easter Sunday Message In this Easter message, Pastor Scott reflects on Mary Magdalene’s encounter with the risen Jesus, highlighting her deep devotion, grief, and initial confusion at the empty tomb. Though overwhelmed by sorrow and unable to recognize Him at first, everything changes when Jesus gently calls her by name, revealing His presence and love. Her story shows...

Alonica Worship Band Alonica Worship Band Before welcoming the band Alonica, Pastor Scott’s short message explores the meaning of corporate worship as a central, centuries-old practice where believers collectively direct their praise and affection toward God. It explains that worship is more than music or a concertlike experience. It’s a spiritual encounter where people can become aware of God’s p...

Thoughts on Mission Scott Axtmann Thoughts on Mission This message shares a powerful testimony of transformation, from addiction and despair to new life through an encounter with God, made possible by the patient love and persistence of friends who lived out their faith. It emphasizes that every Christian is called to be a missionary, taking responsibility to share the message of Jesus within thei...

Scott wraps up our Philippians series by highlighting how the generosity of the Philippian church was a fragrant offering to God, showing that giving flows from a right lifestyle and a heart aligned with Him. He reminds us that God can be pleased by our faithful, cheerful, and sacrificial giving, not because of the amount but because of the motive and context of our lives. Scott encourages us to g...

The pervasive sense of discontentment with what we have almost fuels the culture around us, but God intends us to live a life characterized by peace and contentment. In this message we unpack what the apostle Paul might mean when he says he has learnt the secret to being content in all circumstances. We discover that the strength to endure anything, both good and bad, comes only through Jesus and...

Mark explains that when Paul begins with “finally” in the Epistle to the Philippians, he is offering a concluding encouragement for believers to focus their minds on what is true, noble, and pure. He reminds us that how we think shapes how we live, which is why the Christian life involves continually renewing our minds through God’s Word. Mark also encourages listeners not to fall into discouragem...

A small portion of Scott’s sermon was unfortunately not recorded, so the audio begins partway through his message. In this message from the Epistle to the Philippians, Scott reflects on what it means to live as citizens of heaven while following Christ in the present world. He encourages believers to stay rooted in the gospel, stand firm in their faith, and keep their focus on the hope and transfo...

Philippians 4: 2,3 Whether trivial or more serious, most of us have experienced differences of opinion among people in the churches we have attended. Sometimes we may even find that we are the ones caught up in disagreements. How should we handle these moments when they arise? In just two verses, through both what he does and doesn't do, Paul provides a masterclass in handling conflict within the...

Saved by the Cross through Cleansing and Cross-bearing Mark Skillin Philippians 3:17-4:1 In this message from the letter to the Philippians, Mark Skillin explains that the cross not only cleanses believers from sin but also calls them to a life of following Jesus through sacrifice and perseverance. He contrasts genuine discipleship with those who claim faith but live focused only on earthly comfor...

Philippians 3:1-11 In this sermon on Philippians 3:1–11, Mark Skillin explains how Paul could tell believers to rejoice even while he was in prison. Paul warns against putting confidence in religious status, background, or good works, since he once had all of those things but came to see them as nothing compared to knowing Christ. Because Jesus fulfilled the law, God’s people are now defined by fa...

Philippians 2:19-30 In this sermon we look at Philippians 2:19–30, where Paul highlights Timothy and Epaphroditus as examples of genuine Christian leadership. Writing from prison, Paul addresses the ongoing challenge of discerning trustworthy spiritual leaders and contrasts outwardly impressive leadership with true servant-hearted ministry. Through these two men, we see that genuine leaders are ma...

In this pastoral talk on “2026 Aims", Pastor Scott encourages us not to shy away from resolutions but to see them as meaningful goals that help us live intentionally for God. Reflecting on the quiet of winter as a time for evaluation, he challenges believers to consider how they use their limited capacity of time, energy, and resources, urging them to “declutter” their lives so there is room for w...

In this interactive Christmas sermon, Vicky Griffiths invites the children gathered at the front of the church to help open a table full of wrapped gifts, each one revealing a deeper truth about the Christmas story. As the eight gifts are opened, such as a a scroll of prophecy or a light-up star, Vicky reflects on how God’s plan unfolded through real history, unlikely people, and humble circumstan...