The Gathering Church (Video)

James teaches that words—especially from teachers and leaders—carry great responsibility because they can guide people toward life or cause serious harm. Though the tongue is small, it has powerful influence, revealing the condition of the heart and shaping relationships for good or evil. While no one can fully tame the tongue, believers must rely on God and the Holy Spirit to guard their speech....

The Gathering Church is located in Midland, Texas. You can watch our live worship experience online at mygathering.live Visit our website at https:// www.mygathering.church Connect with us on Social Media https://facebook.com/mgathering https://Instagram.com/mygathering https://Twitter.com/mygathering GOD | COMMUNITY | PURPOSE

This passage explains James’ teaching that genuine faith is always accompanied by action, not as a means of earning salvation but as evidence of a transformed heart. While Paul addresses legalism by emphasizing salvation through faith alone, James confronts empty belief that produces no fruit. Using examples such as helping the needy, Abraham offering Isaac, and Rahab protecting the spies, the mes...

In this message from James 2:1–13, Pastor Frank talks about the sin of favoritism and how it goes against the heart of the gospel. He shares scripture along with his own experiences to show how partiality, whether it’s based on wealth, appearance, or status, can leave deep wounds in families and in the church. Ps. Frank reminds us that God calls His people to love without discrimination and to hon...

This sermon confronts the disconnect between outward religious performance and genuine faith transformation. Drawing from James 1:26-27, Ps. Frank challenges us to examine whether our faith is merely external—marked by church attendance, prayer, and religious activities—or if it has truly transformed our hearts, evidenced by controlled speech and compassionate action toward the vulnerable. This me...

What if the greatest deception in our spiritual lives isn't about what we believe, but about what we fail to do? This powerful message from James 1:22-25 confronts us with an uncomfortable truth: hearing God's word without acting on it creates a false sense of righteousness. We can attend every service, read our Bibles daily, and accumulate biblical knowledge, yet still be deceiving ourselves if w...

Ps. Frank teaches from James 1:19–21 on what it means to truly receive God’s Word. Drawing from St. Augustine’s powerful encounter with Scripture, this message explores how the Word of God can transform lives when our hearts are prepared like good soil, free from distraction, pride, and sin, allowing the implanted Word to take root and bring lasting change. The Gathering Church is located in Midla...

In life, we’ll always face battles against temptation. Too often, we mistakenly attribute those temptations to God. This message reminds the church that temptation and sin do not come from our holy Father—they stem from our own sinful desires. We’re called to recognize the true source of temptation, understand the cost of giving in, and take action to resist. Just as Jesus overcame, we too can sta...

This week, Pastor Frank unpacks James 1:9–12, speaking to both the rich and the poor in the body of Christ. Through his own journey of walking through seasons of lack and seasons of abundance, he reminds us that neither wealth nor poverty defines who we are, only Christ does. This message challenges us to look beyond our earthly circumstances and fix our eyes on eternal rewards. No matter where we...

This message explores the critical distinction between knowledge and wisdom, emphasizing that while knowledge tells us what something is, wisdom teaches us how to use it properly. Using the humorous illustration of discovering the correct way to use a can opener after a lifetime of doing it wrong, Ps. Frank draws a parallel to how we often live life with knowledge but lack godly wisdom. The messag...

In our journey of faith, we often face trials that test our resolve and challenge our understanding of God's love. Today's message with Pastor Frank delves into James 1:2-4, reminding us to find joy in our trials, not because they're pleasant, but because they're purposeful. These challenges aren't punishments; they're opportunities for growth. Like a runner pushing through the wall in a marathon,...

As we enter the fall season, we're reminded of a deeper harvest - the spiritual harvest Jesus spoke about. The passage from Matthew 9:35-38 paints a vivid picture of Jesus' compassion for the lost and His call for workers in God's harvest field. Ps. Frank challenges us to examine what's holding us back from sharing the Gospel. Are we struggling with feeling unprepared, fear of rejection, or lack o...

The assassination of Charlie Kirk is moving not just our nation but the entire world toward revival. But with this move of the Spirit come attacks from demons. We must learn how to engage this enemy so that the revival embers are not snuffed out. The Gathering Church is located in Midland, Texas. You can watch our live worship experience online at mygathering.live Visit our website at https:// www...

The Gathering Church is located in Midland, Texas. You can watch our live worship experience online at mygathering.live Visit our website at https:// www.mygathering.church Connect with us on Social Media https://facebook.com/mgathering https://Instagram.com/mygathering https://Twitter.com/mygathering GOD | COMMUNITY | PURPOSE

In this message, Ps. Larry challenges us to confront the reality of hatred in our world and how we, as Christians, should respond. The story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well serves as a profound example of breaking down barriers of race, gender, morality, and religion. We're reminded that just as Jesus offered living water to this outcast woman, we too are called to offer Christ's love...

In our spiritual journey, we often encounter things that look like God but aren't truly Him. This message from Robert Fowler challenges us to examine our hearts and identify the idols we may have unknowingly created. Drawing from Exodus 20:2-5, we're reminded of God's commandment against idolatry. But idolatry isn't just about golden calves; it's anything that takes God's rightful place in our hea...

This Labor Day, Pastor Larry challenges us to reconsider our perspective on work. Far from being a necessary evil, work is presented as a sacred calling and privilege given by God. This message draws from Genesis, showing how even before the Fall, Adam and Eve were given purposeful work in tending the Garden of Eden. This reminds us that we're created in God's image not just to rest, but to join H...

The Gathering Church is located in Midland, Texas. You can watch our live worship experience online at mygathering.live Visit our website at https:// www.mygathering.church Connect with us on Social Media https://facebook.com/mgathering https://Instagram.com/mygathering https://Twitter.com/mygathering GOD | COMMUNITY | PURPOSE

This sermon is a Frank Villareal's personal testimony of the his journey from a life of hardship, pain, and rejection of God to a transformative encounter with Christ. He emphasizes God's unconditional love, the power of the Gospel to change lives, and the importance of sharing one's faith. Frank's story illustrates how God can use anyone, regardless of their past, to fulfill His mission and impac...

In Sunday's message, Pastor Larry Long challenges us to confront a difficult question: Who do we hate? As Christians, we're called to love, yet the world often hates us for our faith. We explore Jesus' words in John 15:18-19, reminding us that if we're not of this world, we should expect the world's hatred. This isn't about being unlikable, but about standing firm in our convictions. We're encoura...

The Gathering Church is located in Midland, Texas. You can watch our live worship experience online at mygathering.live Visit our website at https:// www.mygathering.church Connect with us on Social Media https://facebook.com/mgathering https://Instagram.com/mygathering https://Twitter.com/mygathering GOD | COMMUNITY | PURPOSE

In this exploration of the Kingdom of God, Robert Fowler reminds us of its centrality to Jesus' teachings and ministry. From the beginning of His ministry in Matthew 4 to His final days on earth, Jesus consistently emphasized the importance of God's Kingdom. This Kingdom isn't just a future hope, but a present reality we're called to seek and manifest in our lives today. As we delve deeper into th...

We often find ourselves crossing lines in life, both good and bad. In this message, Alvaro Reyes challenges us to consider the spiritual lines we need to cross - lines of faith, trust, and commitment to God. The story of Peter walking on water reminds us that stepping out in faith, though terrifying, can lead to miraculous encounters with Jesus. This message reminds us that the line into God's pre...

What do when do now that our Pastor is gone? Hebrews Chapter 10 gives us three things to do in a season like this... The Gathering Church is located in Midland, Texas. You can watch our live worship experience online at mygathering.live Visit our website at https:// www.mygathering.church Connect with us on Social Media https://facebook.com/mgathering https://Instagram.com/mygathering https://Twit...

As we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Pastor Larry reminds us of the profound spiritual roots that shaped our nation. The phrase 'all men are created equal' isn't just a political statement—it's a deeply biblical concept. This idea, rooted in Genesis 1:27 where both man and woman are created in God's image, reminds us of our inherent worth and equality before our...