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Blue Ridge Campus Pastor Dustin Wells shares a message on Christmas from Isaiah 9.

Apex Campus Pastor Josh Ingram preaches a message of hope from Isaiah 9.

Alamance County Campus Pastor Brandon Delk shares a message on hope from Isaiah 9.

Brier Creek Campus Pastor Warren Neverson shares a message from Isaiah 9.

Popular Christmas songs paint the picture that “all is merry and bright” this time of year—but for many, the reality is starkly different. In this week’s message, the first in our Christmas series, Pastor J.D. shows us the contrasting realities present in Psalms 88–89. It is in these two psalms that we see one of the great paradoxes of the Christian life: Our seasons of darkness and despair, while...

With the holidays fast approaching, along with the feeling that you are constantly inundated with ads, you'll likely pick up on a common thread: The accumulation of more things equals happiness. But with a "never enough" mindset, it's impossible to be what God desires us to be: cheerful givers. In this week's message from 2 Corinthians 8–9, Pastor J.D. helps us to see a kind of giving that is moti...

While we know that it is more blessed to give than to receive, it doesn't always feel that way, especially when the bills are piling up and the money doesn't seem to stretch far enough. So how can we reclaim joy in giving? In this week's message from Matthew 6, Pastor Bryan shows us how generosity helps to shift our perspective on life, giving us what material possessions never can—deep, lasting j...

We're likely familiar with the call from Jesus to seek the kingdom of God above all other things, but our financial decisions are one indicator of what we are truly seeking. In this week's message from Haggai 1–2, Pastor J.D. encourages us to consider how our giving reflects the priority we have placed on God in our hearts and lives. Just as the Israelites fell to the temptation to place their own...

A legacy is inherently something that reaches far beyond us, making an impact long after we're gone. So how do we approach the stewardship of our money in a way that leaves a lasting legacy? In this week's message from Luke 16, Pastor J.D. takes us through one of Jesus' parables to show us how leveraging our resources for eternity truly is the wisest course of action. If we believe that everything...

Conflict isn't generally regarded as a positive thing, but the reality is that learning to handle conflict in a healthy way can be something that actually sanctifies and matures us. In this week's message from Song of Solomon 5–7, Pastor Curtis explores how even in conflict, we can fight for each other—and for love that endures. When we are overwhelmed by God's forgiveness toward us, we will find...

For sailors lost at sea, the sextant was a remarkable tool designed to help them gain their bearings and navigate to where they needed to go. For us today, making our way through the dating world often feels akin to sailing across the vast ocean—and without the wisdom found in God's Word, we will find ourselves hopelessly lost. In this week's message, Pastor Bryan returns to Genesis 24 to equip us...

Dating isn't what it used to be, in many ways. The advent of dating apps has made it easier than ever to connect with people, but often at the expense of isolating oneself from community. In this week's message from Genesis 24, Pastor Bryan draws on the story of Isaac and Rebekah to give us some helpful principles for approaching dating in today's world. The more we center our joy and contentment...

Throughout history, there have been countless songs, poems, and books written about love. Yet, we know that turning to pop culture for advice on finding love is not the wisest course of action. In this first message of our four-week series on relationships, Pastor J.D. reminds us from Song of Solomon 1 and 2 of some foundational truths about love that are helpful in navigating singleness, dating,...

We often hear about someone who has a "calming presence," or what it’s like to be "in the presence of greatness." But what comes to mind when you think about being in the presence of God? Is this even something we have access to? The truth is, we have access to God through prayer right now, but we are constantly surrounded by distractions. In this week's message from Exodus 33, Pastor John explain...

Though the first few chapters of Acts are filled with baptisms and miracles, the pivotal point of the book—the stoning of Stephen—shows how God uses ordinary believers to display his power and accomplish his mission amidst persecution. In this week's message from Acts 7 and 8, Pastor J.D. encourages us to consider how God might be calling us to advance the mission of the gospel. It won't look the...

We all face situations in our lives that seem impossible to navigate, where we simply lack the wisdom to make the best decision. It is in these moments where we might be tempted to think that if we only did enough research or talked to enough people, we would have the discernment needed. In reality, true wisdom comes from God alone, and he invites us to ask him for it. In this week's message from...

Faith often takes different shapes and forms throughout your life. Sometimes it means believing God for a miracle, while at other times it looks like trusting that God is good even when the miracle doesn't come. In this week's message, the finale of our Hebrews 11 series, Pastor J.D. encourages us with the truth that no matter where we find ourselves, our faith can be used to glorify God and point...

The beauty of faith is often found in its simplicity. You don't have to possess a wealth of theological knowledge to be captivated by the truth of the gospel. Maybe, like Rahab, you've simply heard what the Lord has done and you believe. In this week's message from Hebrews 11, Pastor J.D. explains how the faith of a Gentile prostitute changed the course of history and left an enduring legacy. In t...

When you think of Joseph, you may think of the famous "coat of many colors," or even of his bizarre dreams or his prominent position as Pharaoh's second-in-command. But you probably don't think of the instructions that Joseph gave for his own burial. In this week's message from Hebrews 11, Pastor Curtis shows us how throughout Joseph's life, whether he was in the palace or the prison, he remained...

It’s tempting at times to read the Bible through a human-centric lens, as though we are the main character in each narrative. But in so doing, we’re in danger of missing the larger point of stories like Joshua and the city of Jericho. In this week’s message from Hebrews 11, Pastor J.D. shows us how this key moment in Joshua’s life holds a valuable lesson for us: Rather than orienting our lives aro...

“A life of more.” This phrase likely has different connotations depending on who is speaking. To the world, “a life of more” may look like more money, more possessions, or more recognition. But to the Christ-follower, it means a kind of satisfaction and contentment that is found in Jesus alone. In this week’s message from Hebrews 11, Pastor Bryan shows us how Moses’ pursuit of a life of more meant...

Though we may not realize it, our choices often reveal what we truly value. How we choose to spend our time, what we choose to do with our money—these things are a reflection of what we hold dear. In this week's message from Hebrews 11, Pastor Curtis explains how choices made by Moses and his parents revealed the value they placed on faith in God, and how much they were willing to sacrifice for it...

There is something in each of us that cries out for acceptance, that longs for blessing. And while the culture around us strives for this acceptance to the point of exhaustion, the gospel says that God's acceptance of us is strictly a gift of grace that can't be earned. In this week's message from Hebrews 11, Pastor J.D. shows us how this truth came to life for Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. Though cir...

We all build our lives on something. For many, it's the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle. For others, it may be the allure of a successful career or the comfort of relationships. But these things were never meant to bear the weight of our faith. In this week's message from Mark 5, Pastor John takes us through the story of two healings performed by Jesus, the only one in whom we can joyfully and conf...

What Abraham faced in his final test from God was incomprehensible, and yet he knew that God would remain faithful no matter the outcome. How was Abraham able to display such trust when met with the thought of sacrificing his son? In this week's message from Hebrews 11, Pastor J.D. explains how ultimately, this story is not about Abraham's obedience, but about God's commitment to his people. Whate...