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In this message from our Songs of the Women series, we turn our attention to Hannah—a woman marked by deep longing, silent suffering, and unwavering faith. Drawing from 1 Samuel 1–2, Pastor Chris Richards walks us through Hannah’s story: a barren woman in a painful family dynamic, misunderstood by her husband, bullied by her rival, and even misjudged by the priest. Yet in the midst of grief, Hanna...

In this second installment of our Songs of the Women series, we dive into the life and legacy of Deborah—prophetess, judge, wife, and courageous leader in one of Israel’s darkest seasons. From Judges 4 & 5, Pastor Chris Richards explores the strength, discernment, and obedience of this “mother in Israel,” whose song of praise rose out of chaos and oppression. As Israel suffered under the iron...

In this powerful message from our Songs of the Women series, we explore the life and legacy of Miriam, the prophetess and sister of Moses and Aaron. Preaching from Exodus 15:20–21, Pastor Chris Richards takes us to the banks of the Red Sea, where Miriam leads the women of Israel in a spontaneous, Spirit-filled song of victory after God delivers them from generations of slavery. But Miriam’s story...

What is truth—and why does it matter? In this message, DJ Jellison explores one of the most important and misunderstood questions in our culture and our faith. Drawing from John 18:33–38 and the moment Jesus stands before Pilate, DJ shows that truth is not just a list of facts or personal preferences—it is the unveiling of the transcendent good. Truth has a source beyond ourselves and a name: Jesu...

In this message, Bradley Fayonsky takes us through key verses in Romans 10 (12‑15) and explores three core truths: 1. Everyone can be saved — There is no distinction between Jew or Greek; the same Lord is Lord of all who call on Him.  2. No one can be saved without hearing the Gospel — “How will they call on him in whom they have not believed?” illustrates the necessity of the message preceding t...

What if mission doesn’t start with doing more—but with being someone new? This week, guest speaker Ben Baber, lead pastor of The Fields Church in State College, unpacks 2 Corinthians 5:17–21 and challenges us to see our identity in Christ as the fuel for our mission in the world. In a culture obsessed with productivity, Paul reminds us: the who comes before the do. You are not defined by what you...

In this message, Pastor Zakk walks us through what it means to be “Mission Aware” — not just doing for God, but deeply understanding why and how we join His redemptive mission in the everyday rhythms of life. Grounded in John 20:21 and Isaiah 43, Zakk reminds us that every follower of Jesus has a calling: to worship God and declare His glory and gospel throughout the world. The sermon explores: •...

In this powerful message, David Domalski continues our Grow series by inviting us to reframe our expectations of the Christian life—not around performance, but around presence. Preaching from John 15, David unpacks Jesus’ call to “Abide in Me,” showing us that fruitfulness flows not from striving, but from staying close to Christ. If you’ve ever felt pressure to “do more” for God but struggled to...

Guest speaker Ade from The Summit Church brings a powerful and hope-filled message from Psalm 34, reminding us that the God who delivered David still delivers today. Whether you’re seeking peace, direction, healing, or freedom—you are not forgotten. The same God who answers, delivers, and makes His people radiant is available to you right now. In this message, you’ll hear: 🔍 Why seeking the Lord...

As the Apostle Paul lands the plane in his first letter to the Corinthian church, he leaves them with a bold and urgent final exhortation: Be alert. Stand firm. Be courageous. Be strong. Do everything in love. In this message, Pastor Chris Richards brings clarity to the confusion in Corinth and in our world today. Through 1 Corinthians 16, we’re reminded that the church is not called to choose bet...

The Corinthian Complex – Exercise Gifts with Gospel Purpose1 Corinthians 14 | September 28, 2025Chris Richards | Steel City Church⸻In week four of our Corinthian Complex series, Chris Richards leads us through 1 Corinthians 14, where Paul addresses a church overflowing with zeal but lacking order. The Corinthian believers were exercising their spiritual gifts — especially tongues — without love, c...

The Corinthian Complex – Love1 Corinthians 13 | September 21, 2025Chris Richards | Steel City Church⸻In this message from our Corinthian Complex series, Chris Richards unpacks 1 Corinthians 13 — the famous “love chapter” — and shows how it connects to Paul’s teaching on spiritual gifts. Love isn’t a spiritual gift that some have and some don’t; it’s the fruit of the Spirit that gives meaning to al...

The Resurrection – The Foundation of Our Faith1 Corinthians 15:1–8 | September 14, 2025Guest Speaker: Ed Traverse | Steel City Church⸻How do you build a faith that lasts? Guest speaker Ed Traverse takes us to 1 Corinthians 15:1–8 to show that the resurrection of Jesus isn’t just a doctrine to know — it’s the foundation we stand on. Drawing from his daughter Carleigh’s record-breaking cross-country...

The Corinthian Complex – Gifts for the Church1 Corinthians 12 | September 7, 2025⸻We continue in our Corinthian Complex series, Christ Richards unpacks 1 Corinthians 12 and helps us confront confusion for collective clarity around spiritual gifts. Many of us grew up in church traditions where the Holy Spirit was more of an afterthought than an active presence. But Paul’s letter to the Corinthians...

A God of His Word — Beyond BlessingsGenesis 50:22–26 | August 31, 2025Speaker: Chris Richards⸻What do you cling to when everything is stripped away? In this powerful message, Chris walks us through the final verses of Genesis and shows us that God’s promises don’t end when the story does. Joseph, nearing death, doesn’t look back on wealth or status — he looks forward in faith to a future shaped by...

Purpose on Purpose — Genesis 46–48 | August 17, 2025What if God had a plan for your purpose? This week, we continue our journey through Genesis as Jacob’s family settles in Egypt—and we uncover how God’s promise to bless all nations unfolds through this chosen family. In Genesis 46–48, we see that God’s mission has always been global, using a remnant to reach the nations. Through the surprising bl...

Transformed for a Promise – Genesis 44:14–34 | A God of His WordAugust 17, 2025 | Steel City ChurchWhat if the transformation you need is not something you have to achieve—but something God promises to do in you? This week’s message brings us to one of the most pivotal moments in the entire story of Joseph—and maybe in all of Genesis. In Genesis 44, we meet a changed Judah. The same man who once o...

Providence in Pain – Genesis 42–45 | A God of His WordAugust 10, 2025 | Steel City ChurchWhat if the pain you’re experiencing isn’t punishment—but providence? In this powerful message from Genesis 42–45, we reach the emotional turning point in Joseph’s story—where famine, guilt, family trauma, and long-buried sins all collide. But through it all, God’s providence isn’t about comfort or prosperity…...

Faithful in the Dysfunction – Genesis 38 | How God Keeps His PromisesAugust 3, 2025 | Steel City ChurchHow far can God’s promises reach? Can they really cover the deepest dysfunction, the darkest moments, the ugliest stories? This week’s message dives into Genesis 38—a chapter often skipped, misunderstood, or just avoided altogether. It’s the raw, messy story of Judah and Tamar, filled with broken...

God’s Presence in the Pit – Genesis 39–41 | How God Keeps His PromisesJuly 28, 2025 | Steel City ChurchWhat if doing the right thing doesn’t lead to reward—but to more pain? What if God is still keeping His promises anyway? This week, we follow Joseph through one of the most unexpected and frustrating parts of his story: from rising to power in Potiphar’s house, to being falsely accused and thrown...

The Greater the Debt, the Greater the Joy – Genesis 37 (Part 2) | How God Keeps His PromisesJuly 21, 2025 | Steel City ChurchWhat if the depth of your sin only magnifies the beauty of God’s grace? In this week’s message, we return to Genesis 37 and watch the chosen family of God spiral into chaos—favoritism, jealousy, betrayal, and violence. Joseph is stripped of his robe, thrown into a pit, and s...

HOW God Keeps His Promises – Genesis 37 | Summer Series KickoffJune 30, 2025 | Steel City ChurchWhat if your brokenness can’t cancel God’s faithfulness? This week, guest speaker David Domalski kicks off our summer series through Genesis 37–50 with a powerful message that flips our focus from what God does to how He does it. The story of Joseph isn’t just a moral tale or an ancient drama—it’s a sho...

The Corinthian Complex – Family Supper (1 Corinthians 11:17–34)June 29, 2025 | Steel City ChurchWhere do grace, humility, and repentance meet? At the Lord’s Table. In this deeply moving message, Pastor Chris Richards walks us through one of the most sacred acts in the church: The Lord’s Supper. But in the Corinthian church, what was meant to be a moment of unity became a display of division, pride...

The Corinthian Complex – Everyday Spirituality (1 Corinthians 10)June 22, 2025 | Steel City ChurchWhat captivates your heart… and how is it shaping your everyday life? In this compelling message, Pastor Chris Richards takes us through 1 Corinthians 10 and challenges us to examine what truly holds weight in our lives. Is it success? Security? Romance? Control? Or is it God? A heart captivated by Go...

What’s the point of Christian freedom? In a world that defines freedom as doing whatever we want, the gospel flips the script. In 1 Corinthians 9, Paul reminds us that freedom in Christ isn’t about getting more for ourselves—but giving more of ourselves. This powerful message from guest speaker Gabe Baile challenges us to rethink what freedom is truly for. We’re called to serve like Jesus, share l...