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Don’t Just Survive—Win!   ABOUT THE MESSAGE This Father’s Day, Pastor Mark Stermer challenges men to embrace their God-given role as warrior dads. Together we discover how fathers can lead their families in spiritual victory by knowing God, guarding their thoughts, putting on the armor of God, and walking in the power of the Holy Spirit—not just to survive, but to win the battles that matter most....

Carry the message!   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In part 2 of World Changers , Pastor Joey Kahl teaches us the Gospel was never meant to stop with us—it was meant to be carried through us. Together, we explore the incredible responsibility and privilege of sharing the life-changing message of Jesus with truth, love, and confidence, reminding us that God has entrusted His Church to bring hope and reconciliat...

You were saved to change the world!   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In part 1 of World Changers , Pastor Mark Stermer teaches us that God never intended for us to keep our faith to ourselves. Every believer has been called, equipped, and sent to make a difference in the world around them. From Abraham’s calling to the Great Commission, Scripture reveals God’s heart to partner with His people to bring hope, sa...

When God stays at the center, everything else finds its proper place!   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In part 3 of Centered , Pastor Mark Stermer reminds us that what sits at the center of your life will ultimately shape every part of it. This message explores God’s design for keeping Him at the center through intentional daily, weekly, and seasonal rhythms, helping us stay focused on what matters most and av...

His presence changes everything!   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In this Part 2 of Centered , Pastor Joey Kahl reminds us what it means to stay centered in God’s presence in a world full of distractions. Looking at the life of Moses, Mary and Martha, and the invitation of God throughout Scripture, we’re reminded that His presence is holy, it transforms us, and choosing to remain close to Him is what keeps us...

The goal of God’s Word was never just information—it was transformation.   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In this Part 1 of Centered , Pastor Sam Muyaka reminds us that what’s at the center of our lives will shape the direction of our lives. In this message, we look at what it means to be centered on God’s Word—not just hearing it, but allowing it to reveal us, change us, shape us, and lead us closer to Him.  ...

What if the breakthrough you need is on the other side of simple obedience?   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In this message, Pastor Cindy Stermer reminds us that sometimes the hardest part of following God is simply trusting what He said. This Mother’s Day, we’re looking at the voices we listen to, the things we hold onto, and the freedom that comes when we finally say, “Because You say so, Lord.”   ABOUT JES...

Don’t stop seeking God, even in the waiting!   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In Part 4 of Believe , Pastor Mark Stermer reminds us that faith isn’t just something we have—it’s something we live out over time, choosing to keep seeking God with consistency even when nothing seems to be changing. Over time, that kind of steady belief shapes both our hearts and how we experience Him.   ABOUT JESUS If you want to...

What if your hardest moments build your faith?   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In Part 2 of Believe , Pastor Joey Kahl reminds us that faith isn’t proven in comfort—it’s revealed in the test. Through storms, delays, and suffering, we discover that what feels like pressure is actually God developing something stronger within us, reminding us He’s still present and in control.   ABOUT JESUS If you want to learn...

What if the breakthrough you’re waiting for is on the other side of one step of faith?   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In Part 1 of Believe , Pastor Sam Muyaka reminds us that faith isn’t built on what we see, but on trusting what God has said. Through Peter’s story in Luke 5, we’re reminded that one step of obedience can lead to breakthrough and deeper encounters with Jesus.   ABOUT JESUS If you want to lear...

The greatest love ever shown wasn’t spoken — it was sacrificed.   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In No Greater Love , Pastor Mark Stermer reminds us that Jesus didn’t just say He loved us — He proved it through sacrifice. Because He laid down His life for us, we are called to love others the same way: by serving, caring, and sharing God’s hope with the people around us.   ABOUT JESUS If you want to learn more...

We show our love for Jesus by how we love, serve, and show up for people.   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In part 13 of The Way To Live , we learn that love isn’t just something we say—it’s something we live. Jesus made it clear that if we love Him, we will care for His people, and that kind of love requires sacrifice, service, and showing up in each other’s lives. When we truly love others, the world can see...

Most people don’t hate others—they just don’t know how to love themselves the way God does.   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In part 12 of The Way To Live , Pastor Mark Stermer teaches us that before we can truly love others, we have to understand how God sees us. This message teaches that loving yourself isn’t pride or selfishness—it’s receiving God’s love, walking in His grace, and becoming who He created yo...

God doesn’t want our leftovers—He’s calling us to love Him with our very best strength!   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In part 11 of The Way To Live , Pastor Joey Kahl reminds us that Jesus asked us to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength—but what does it really mean to give God our strength? This message challenges us to move beyond complacent faith and love God with our passion, resources,...

Your thoughts shape your life—learn how renewing your mind allows you to truly love God with all your mind!   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In part 10 of The Way To Live , Pastor Joey Kahl teaches us that loving God with our mind means learning to control our thoughts and align them with His truth. When we renew our mind and take every thought captive, we experience the peace and direction that comes from liv...

Learn how to love God with your soul by aligning your desires and emotions with His will!   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In part 9 of The Way To Live , Pastor Mark Stermer helps us discover how our desires and emotions shape our spiritual life and how Scripture calls us to love God with them fully. This message teaches us how to align our desires with God’s will, train our emotions through truth and worship,...

God’s love isn’t just something He shows—it’s who He is, and it changes everything.   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In part 7 of The Way To Live , Pastor Sam Muyaka teaches us that we often say “God is love,” but many of our struggles come not from doubting His love—rather from misunderstanding it. Scripture doesn’t say God loves  like  humans love; it declares that God  is  love. His love is holy, corrective...

What if the life you’ve been praying for is grown through faithfulness, not shortcuts?   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In part 4 of The Way To Live , Pastor Mark Stermer teaches us that just like a garden, our lives require intentional care or weeds will take over. God promises to fulfill the desires of our hearts when we trust Him, do good, and remain faithful where He has planted us. This message explores w...

Following Jesus is more than believing—it’s living!   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In part 1 of The Way To Live , Pastor Mark Stermer helps us discover that faith was never meant to be passive, but visible through lives devoted to doing good. Saved by grace and created for good works, we are called to serve, love, and respond to the needs around us in a way that points people to God. When faith moves into ac...

Are we simply called Christians by name, or are we truly living as followers of the Way?   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In part 1 of The Way To Live , Pastor Mark Stermer teaches about the earliest identity of believers—those who followed “the Way.” Long before the name Christian caught on, the church was known by how it lived, spoke, and walked in the path of Jesus, who declared Himself to be the way, the t...

What if the reason you’re still standing today isn’t because you were strong enough—but because thus far, the Lord has helped you?   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In this message, Pastor Sam Muyaka teaches us that Ebenezer means “stone of help,” a declaration that  thus far the Lord has helped us.  In 1 Samuel 7, Israel repents, turns back to God, and discovers that even after seasons of fear, failure, and di...

What if the joy you’ve been searching for isn’t found in circumstances—but in discovering the purpose God had for you before you were even born?   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In Part 3 of the Joy series, Pastor Mark Stermer reminds us that Joy often comes through pain, purpose, and promise. Just as the anguish of childbirth gives way to overwhelming joy, God brought great joy to all people through the birth...

What does it look like to be truly satisfied in God’s presence?   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In Part 1 of the Joy series, Pastor Mark Stermer reminds us that life is like a buffet—full of options, but needing wisdom to know what to partake in and when to stop. God is not opposed to joy; He invites us to enjoy what is good without excess and without letting temporary pleasures take His place. God gives us g...

When life hurts beneath the surface, Jesus offers a joy that goes deeper than any circumstance.   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In Part 1 of the Joy series, Pastor Mark Stermer teaches us that many people smile on the outside while hiding deep ache on the inside. Proverbs 14:13 tells us that even in laughter the heart can hurt, and in a world full of highlight reels and lonely hearts, we desperately need a jo...

It's Bible Month!!!   ABOUT THE MESSAGE In Part 4 of  The Bible series, Pastor Cindy and Sarai remind us that discipling the next generation isn’t optional—it’s the Great Commission. Research shows a child’s worldview is largely formed by age thirteen, and Scripture makes it clear that children matter deeply to God. We’ll unpack the urgency of raising spiritual champions, the alarming reality of t...