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What if today was the day that changed everything? In this message from our “Power of One” series, we’re reminded that one day—just one day—can shift the entire course of your life. Looking at the story of the paralyzed man in Luke 5, we explore how to live each day with expectation, courage, and faith… even when it’s uncomfortable. Because one day lived in the power of God isn’t ordinary—it’s tra...

Most often, we believe the power of a prayer is based on whether God answers and in the way and timing we were hoping for. In other words, if He answers our prayer, we prayed right, but if He doesn’t, either we prayed wrong or God is against us. But what if we chose to believe something else? In this message, "The Power of One Prayer," we learn that the power of a prayer is not determine...

What’s the most powerful number in Scripture? In this kickoff message to our new series, The Power of One, Pastor Jeff Maness unpacks the surprising impact of the number one—not just in Scripture, but in our lives, our church, and our faith. Through a powerful story, a deep dive into Ephesians 4, and a reminder of the value God places on every individual, we’re invited to live, love, and move as o...

Our God is worthy of our pure and honest offerings. And it's easy to understand "offerings" in an Old Testament context, but in this day and age, what is an offering that is worthy of our God? In this devotional, Worship Leader Brady Diffee likens an offering to a recipe for coffee with a pleasing aroma, brought about by three important ingredients: costliness, remembrance, and than...

In this message we wrap up The Lies We Love series with a message that hits close to home—because it sounds so right: “I want Jesus to be my Savior.” But what if that’s only half the truth? In this powerful finale, we explore what it really means to follow Jesus—not just as our Savior, but as our Lord. It’s not about earning salvation, but surrendering everything. If you want the life Jesus offers...

Ever say, “I just need to get something off my chest”? Everyone has said words to that effect at some point. But let’s be honest, sometimes we’re not looking to confess or be vulnerable… we just want to complain. This message challenges us to recognize the difference between healthy venting and the sneaky sin of grumbling that can damage our hearts, relationships, and even our faith. With a powerf...

We say we want deep relationships but often settle for surface-level convenience. In this heartfelt and vulnerable message by Director of Student Ministry Justin Ruszkiewicz, we confront the lie that we can do life alone. Through the story of personal loss, biblical truth, and honest reflection, this sermon unpacks how Christ calls us to be "A Community of Overcomers". Discover how heali...

“I don’t care what people think.” It sounds bold, even freeing—but is it true? In Part 2 of The Lies We Love, Discipleship Pastor Ryan Akers exposes this common phrase for what it really is: a mask for our deep desire to be liked, accepted, and approved. This message dives into how people-pleasing can trap us, distort our purpose, and become a subtle form of idolatry. Discover the freedom that com...

“I’m fine.” How often do we say it when the truth is—we’re anything but? In this powerful kickoff to The Lies We Love series, Discipleship Pastor Ryan Akers unpacks the subtle, soul-draining lie we tell ourselves and others when we’re really overwhelmed, burned out, or just trying to hold it all together. Through the lives of Moses, Mary, and Martha, we’re reminded that God never called us to carr...

Do you know what the three most heard words in the English language are? Not the three most spoken words but rather the three most heard words. In this stand-alone message, Executive Pastor Dana Aaronson tells us that he thinks they are, "BLAH, BLAH, BLAH.” We might admit that we often reach a point of saturation when people are trying to communicate to us. There’s this auto response sometime...

Jesus is coming back for His bride—the Church. In this powerful message, "Save the Date", Pastor Jeff Maness unpacks what Jesus is preparing for us in the new Heaven and new Earth. One truth stands above it all: none of it matters if Jesus isn’t there. Don’t miss this hope-filled conclusion to our Hope Beyond The End series! Message Notes: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=Sk...

Sometimes it feels like the end of the world and Jesus' return may never come, and sometimes it feels like it could be today or tomorrow – and if the Lord does return tomorrow, praise God – Come, Lord Jesus! But either way, because He will return, the way we live because of it should change today. So how should we live while we wait for Christ’s return? Watch this message to see. 5-Day Devoti...

Jesus told us to be always ready for His return. In the last message, "It's The End of the World as We Know It", we saw how Jesus said, “I’ve told you everything ahead of time.” Everything we need to know, He has told us to prepare us. So – it’s not our responsibility to know all the details about the end and His return, but it is our responsibility to be ready for it. So what shoul...

The end of the world is coming, but there’s no need to panic. Jesus may not give us all the details about the end and His return that we desire – but He does give us everything we need to know. While we may not know the day or hour, our response to the signs of the times can transform how we live today. Join us as we uncover how to live with hope and purpose in the shadow of eternity. 5-Day Devoti...

If you have kids or you've ever been a kid, you know what it's like during a long car ride, the constant questions, "Are we there yet?" "How much longer?" "Why is it taking so long?" That’s pretty much the same question followers of Jesus have been asking since He rose from the dead and promised that He would one day return to make every wrong right, and to...

In our series Battle Ready, we've talked about each part of the armor of God. We learned we have to put on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness. For shoes — we must put on peace, which comes from the Good News. We take up the shield of faith by which we quench the fiery arrows of the enemy. Lastly, we put on salvation as a helmet. When we are fully dressed in our defens...

Before Jesus ever performed a miracle, God declared His identity—and that same truth applies to us today. Discover how your identity in Christ, your access to spiritual authority, and the Word of God can equip you to stand firm in the face of the enemy’s lies. Don’t miss this encouraging and practical message on the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit that will strengthen you and prepa...

Have you ever thought about how many safety precautions we take so that we are prepared to deal with dangers that may never happen? For example, we have airbags, seatbelts, smoke detectors, security systems, emergency contacts, and insurance policies that we will hopefully never need. We have them because we know it’s better to have it and not need it, then need it and not have it. But how much ti...

Peace is something everyone wants, but true peace is not something we can earn. It’s not something you can attain after many years of hard work. True peace isn’t found in a peace treaty between nations. It’s not found when you get the house you always wanted, or you have the money you need to retire, or your kids are perfect. Those things might bring a measure of happiness or a temporary feeling o...

Whether we're aware of it or not, we are creating an environment for ourselves in the way we live our lives. And the kind of environment we create for ourselves, for our marriages, for families, and for our relationship with Jesus, matter because we are at war. In this message, Director of Student Ministry Justin Ruszkiewicz highlights the profound impact of living with integrity and aligning...

Life isn’t just a series of occasional struggles—it’s a constant battlefield—and the stakes could not be higher. Too often, we are only equipped to fight on Sunday or when we are surrounded by the comfort of our church community—but the battle rages on every moment of every day—and our enemy is relentless. But God has already given us the tools for victory! Watch "Armor Up!" and step int...

Family can be both a blessing and a challenge, but God calls us to love them—even when it’s hard. In this message, Discipleship Pastor Ryan Akers explores how patience, perseverance, and humility (the opposite of pride, if you are a fan of alliteration) can transform our relationships, reflecting the unconditional love God shows us. Whether you’re struggling with a difficult family member or simpl...

The concept of dating only began in the early 1900s. But as author Jonathan Pokluda said in his book, Outdated: “Just because modern dating wasn’t really around when the Bible was written doesn’t mean the Bible doesn’t have anything relevant to say about the subject.” And if you are not in that part of life where you are interested in dating, this message can still apply to you if you are: A paren...

Genesis 1:28a says, "Then God blessed them and said, 'Be fruitful and multiply.'" Now God could have thought up a million different ways to procreate—but He blessed us with the gift of sex, a gift designed not only to reproduce, but to bring pleasure. And these are pretty much the only two things we ever think about when it comes to sex, making babies and feeling good. But ther...

Movies, TV shows, and books on romance all seem to teach that "chemistry" is one of the key factors that lead toward success in a relationship. It's how you know you've found “the one", right? Chemistry is a powerful thing. It can make a relationship feel right—and when a relationship feels right—we often believe it is right. And it might be—but chemistry is not the litmus...