The Gathering Dayton: Messages

In Luke 1, we meet Zachariah and Elizabeth—a couple who did everything right yet faced the deep pain of unanswered prayers and unmet expectations. How could God allow such faithful people to endure such heartache? This message explores their story of faithfulness in the face of disappointment and the ways God was working behind the scenes to bring about His greater plan. Join us as we dive i...

We often allow our fear and our anger to rob us of peace. But when we understand that God is pleased with us, and that Jesus' arrival was proof of His pleasure, we can realize that our anger and our fear are misplaced and can be replaced with peace. Join us for this sermon from Luke 2 as we learn from the shepherds and angels how to discover the peace that passes understanding.

In this powerful message, discover how the Christmas story is not just about a baby in a manger but about the light that entered the darkness of the world to bring hope to all. 2000 years ago, the land of Palestine was a dark place. The Jewish people had been under the thumb of Rome, but that was just the latest in a history of oppression that went back over 700 years. It was, specifically to thos...

One of the reasons people struggle to be generous is because they are afraid their needs will not be met. That's why Paul teaches us that God is able to graciously meet all of our needs in every situation, all of the time. Join us for this sermon from 2 Corinthians 9 as we explore the foundational truth that can inspire a life of generosity!

The Parable of the Talents was a story Jesus told to prepare his disciples for His second coming. The main idea is that we should always be ready for Jesus' return and the practical way we do that is by using what He has given us to fulfill His mission. Join us for this sermon from Matthew 25 as we explore what it means to be faithful stewards of God's resources.

You'll never have enough money to be content, but with contentment you'll always have enough money. When contentment is absent, worry multiplies. Join us for this sermon about contentment from Luke 12 and Matthew 6. Discover how your earthly investments can make a difference in eternity.

Our attitude often determines our actions and our actions lead to life's outcomes. When we live with a “NOT ENOUGH” attitude, our actions will never be enough to produce the outcomes we desire. However, when we live with a “POSSIBILITY” attitude, we are focused on what we have and how God might use it. This is the root of gratitude. Join us for this sermon about Jesus' feed...

The easiest way to understand God's calling for your life is to pay attention to how He has already prepared you. Join us for this study from several chapters in Exodus as we explore how God prepared His people to accomplish everything He wanted them to do. We'll discover that He does the same for us if we're willing to notice.

When we only rely on our own abilities, we miss out on what might have been because we don't leave room for God's abilities. He is able to do far more than we can even imagine, so when we find ourselves in a place where we can't do anything; we need to remind ourselves that God can do everything! Join us for this sermon from Ephesians 3:20 as we discover what it means to serve a God who is able to...

Election seasons can be overwhelming, with the challenge of deciding who to vote for and understanding how different issues affect you and others. However, as followers of Jesus, we don't need to be driven by fear or anxiety. We can rest in the truth that King Jesus is in control.

Even though it was written long before the American Republic became reality, the Bible has very helpful advice for those of us who live in a world where can influence our leaders and government. Living as loyal citizens of God's Kingdom is sometimes difficult, but it is also very simple. Join us for this sermon from Jeremiah 29 (as well as Romans 13) and discover what the Bible says about how you...

It is okay and expected for Christians to disagree with one another about politics, but we must do so in a manner that does not harm the Kingdom and does not keep people from connecting to Jesus. Join David for this sermon from the Romans 12 and 14 as he explores how we can disagree with one another without being disagreeable toward one another.

Since the dawn of time, people have sought to control other people by twisting, distorting, and covering the truth. Misinformation and disinformation are common in every election season, and even fact-checkers are sometimes hard to trust. Jesus' followers must be careful that they don't engage in a culture of deceit, not even unintentionally. Join us today for a very practical sermon from Proverbs...

The kingdom of God should be the first political priority for God's people. Therefore the counter-cultural and counter-intuitive values of the kingdom should be a greater value for Christians than the values or platforms of their political parties. Join us as we kick off the sermon series about politics, the church, and the kingdom of heaven by exploring what Jesus had to say on this issue.

What message do you preach? What do your actions communicate? Join us as we explore the call to share the good news of Jesus.

Romans teaches us that the only way of salvation is through Jesus, but does that also apply to the nation of Israel? God covenanted with them long before Jesus arrived, so how do we understand the Jewish rejection of Jesus as their Messiah. In this sermon from Romans 9, 10, and 11; David explains how God is working with all people now and how His plan for Israel is still intact and means blessing...

In the toughest of times, we can pray with confidence because our trust in the God who is tougher than the toughest circumstances. When suffering, the Holy Spirit helps us in our prayers and God promises that nothing can separate us from His love. Join us for this sermon on Romans 8, as David walks through the second half of the chapter and we discover our own journey from “no condemnation&r...

God didn't just save us and leave us on our own. He sent the Holy Spirit to indwell us and to empower our new life. Many Christians struggle to understand what the Spirit is, how He works, and how they can unleash His power in their own lives. Join David for this sermon on Romans 8 in which he explores Paul's teaching (as well as a few other NT authors) about life in the Spirit

In the Old Testament, Moses' law ruled the land. So what happened in the New Testament? Did Jesus abolish the law? Was the law over-ruled? Do Christians need to obey the law? Join David for this sermon from Romans 7 as he (with a little help) looks to Paul for an answer to the question, “Once I'm saved, do I still need to follow the law?”