The Great Adventure Church

Joel Carter answers the questions, "Why was Jesus born in Bethlehem?" "Why is Bethlehem so important?" Joel goes on to tell us it's because it was prophesied, that it was David's city, and that Bethlehem was a humble and lowly place. In this sermon, Joel does a deep dive into each of these reasons. greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Mark Presson delivers a Thanksgiving sermon reminding us of the importance of this holiday. Mark explains that it's commanded, that God deserves it, that it encourages others, reminds us to rejoice, that it improves our well being and reminds us about contemptment. He concludes the message with a definition of Thanksgiving that's much different than what we started the sermon with and asks the que...

Mike Eells finishes off our sermon series on the book of Esther. Mike reminds us that throughout the entire book of Esther, God is a God of reversals. Mike also reminds us to remember reversals in our own lives and how God can take evil intentions and ultimately turn them into good.  greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Ben Egle continues our sermon series on the book of Esther in chapter 8. Ben points out the multiple reversals that occur in this chapter, including how He reverse the situation for the Jews, and continues to show that God's fingerprints are all over the book of Esther. Ben finishes the sermon by reminding us that God reversed the situation FOR US and that we should celebrate what Christ has done...

KT Leverentz continues our sermon series on the book of Esther covering chapters six & seven. KT starts with desert first and gives us the "milkshake" takeaway: God is a God of the impossible. When the night is at it's darkest, God's blessing is around the corner. Keep going. Second course is meat course where we're reminded to dig deeper. We are reminded how we as an imperfect person can serve Hi...

Phil Leverentz continues our sermon series on the book of Esther. Lev goes over the contents of chapters 4 & 5 while reminding us that God is in control and that no matter the circumstance, we can trust Him.  greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Stefan Johnson continues our sermon series on the book of Esther. Stefan tells us the story of Haman, an ordinary person used by Satan, and showing how God was in control the entire time. greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Our guest speaker today comes from the Men's retreat this weekend, Paul Pettit. Paul addresses the struggles we have and the obstacles we fear in our everyday lives. We're reminded in this sermon that the password to overcoming these fears is F.A.I.T.H. and giving it ALL to God. greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Chad Cunningham continues our sermon series on the book of Esther. Chad reminds us from the first 2 chapters that God uses & works through imperfect people in impossible situations to accomplish His plans. greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Lev starts off our new sermon series on the book of Esther. Lev reminds us throughout this sermon that this story didn't just happen because God's fingerprints were all over it.  greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Mark Presson finishes up our series on purposes of the church with the topic of service. Mark starts off by defining what service is and explains the differences of horizontal and vertical service. He goes on to remind us that we have all been given a gift and we can use that gift to serve as we are commanded and empowered to serve. greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Mike Eells continues our series on purposes of the church. Mike discusses the slightly uncomfortable subject of evangelism & outreach and tells us how it isn't just for the chosen few, it's for all of us to always share the content of the gospel.  greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

KT Leverentz continues our series on devotion in the church. KT shares the greek translation of the word "Koinonia" and how it's important to us in regards to fellowship. He also discusses questions we ought to be asking ourselves in regards to family / community connection, corporate connection, suffering with Christ (as stated in Philippians 3), and fellowship through humility.  greatadvent...

Phil Leverentz continues our series on devotion in the church. In this sermon Phil "breaks" down the meaning behind the breaking of bread and the importance of doing it often.  greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Chad Cunningham continues our new series on devotion in the church. In this sermon Chad frames our focus on this subject before deep diving into how The Apostles' teaching reveal God's progressive plan to restore all things to Himself. So "take out your pens, cause this is not a passive activity." greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Joel Carter & KT Leverentz kick off our new series on devotion in the church. In this sermon Joel gives us the definition of devotion and explains how devotion to church life is not an option, but a scriptural command. Joel & KT then discuss the quantitative and qualitative aspects of devotion. greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Joel Carter starts us off with a mini sermon in the first 3 verses of Acts 13. Joel discusses the importance of serving before being sent, finding clarity in church life, & being ready to go while also being ready to let go.  We then hear from Tiffany Williams about her new position & opportunity at the Dream Center and how she'll be serving the Lord there. We'll miss seeing her on Su...

KT Leverentz continues our series in 1 Timothy discussing how we ought to behave as a man of God, reminds us to flee from materialism and pursue Godliness, and to fight the good fight of faith. KT finishes of the passage by explaining how Paul gives us a bit of a gut check. greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Mike Eells continues our series in 1 Timothy covering chapter 6 verses 3-10. In this section we'll see the depraved discontentment of false teachers, how Paul gives us a different perspective and gives us a reality check, and then the dangers of early treasures. greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Ben Egle continues our series in 1 Timothy reminding us to keep a close watch on yourself & on teaching while also breaking down what it means to be a Godly leader as well as what it takes to be one. Despite this topic being a little more aimed at elders and leaders, Egle explains how all this equally applies to everyone else as well.  greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Phil Leverentz delivers this special Independence Day sermon on the first Sunday at our brand new location. Phil reminds us to "rejoice ALWAYS" as described in 1 Peter chapter 1 and reminds us what we have to rejoice in no matter the circumstance.  greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Chris Rush continues our series on 1 Timothy talking about how the behavior of God's family should be the means of lifting up and displaying the glorious gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. This sermon was delivered IN PERSON since the beginning of the Corona Virus pandemic. greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Chad Cunningham continues our series on 1 Timothy discussing biblical leadership in the church. This sermon was delivered IN PERSON since the beginning of the Corona Virus pandemic. greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Joel Carter continues our series on 1 Timothy with a passage that's a little hard to discuss. In this sermon, Joel gives his take on verses 11 thru 15 of 1 Timothy chapter 2. This sermon was delivered IN PERSON since the beginning of the Corona Virus pandemic. greatadventurechurch.org anchor.fm/thegac

Phil Leverentz continues our series going through the book of 1st Timothy discussing the subject of prayer. Phil tells us that prayer can be a little uncomfortable because we fully expose ourselves in front of God. At the same time, it's the most dynamic work that God has entrusted to his saints and yet it's the most neglected ministry. Throughout this sermon, Phil reminds us that we need to be pr...