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What actually happens when we sin? Do we lose our salvation? Or does something deeper happen, something that wrecks our relationships and pulls us away from God? In this week's Back to Basics message, we’re answering the tough question: What happens when I sin? You’ll discover why sin is far more than just “breaking the rules,” how it damages our most important relationships, especially with Jesus...

You’ve heard about salvation, but have you ever stopped to ask what it actually is? In this message, we’re kicking off our Back to the Basics series with a question that has eternal weight: What is salvation? This isn’t just another checklist or surface-level talk. We’re digging into the story of Nicodemus, a man who knew religion inside and out, but still knew something was missing. If you’ve eve...

We’ve spent the last five weeks talking about the Battleground, where the real fight is happening: right in our homes. This final message brings it all together, showing how your family isn't just part of God's plan… it’s the frontline of it. You want to see your community change? It starts in your living room. You don’t have to be perfect. You don’t have to have it all figured out. But you do hav...

In Week 4 of our Battleground series, we explore an often-overlooked role in the fight for the family—children. While parents carry the responsibility of shaping their home’s spiritual direction, Scripture reveals that children, both young and old, can play a powerful role in influencing their families toward Jesus. Based on Ephesians 6:1-3 and Nehemiah 4:14, this message unpacks how honoring pare...

Battleground: Fighting for Our Families | Mother's Day Panel We invited four godly women from different generations to share their personal stories of overcoming the challenges of faith, marriage, parenthood, and personal development in this special session from our Battleground series. These women provide us with humor, insight, and practical guidance to help us persevere in the spiritual battle...

Men—It's Time to Step Up! We're in a battle, and your house is on the front lines. In this week's Battleground message, Pastor Matthew brings one of the most simple and essential challenges you'll ever hear: God wants you to be the man He created you to be! It's not about being macho or controlling, it's about leading with strength, humility, and purpose. Culture may be confused, but God's Word is...

In this first message of our Battleground series, we address the uncomfortable truth: Satan doesn't have to knock on your front door if he's already inside your home. The most fierce spiritual combat you will ever face might not happen at work or on the internet—but at your own dinner table. We're jumping into Nehemiah 4 to see how to answer this question: How do I keep Satan out of my house? What...

Did your life ever get turned around with a surprise? From finding out you're having twins when you thought you already had the whole family, to finding out the greatest surprise of all is the love of God in Jesus Christ—this message is all about surprise moments that change everything. In this dramatic and personal Easter story, we look at how life's biggest surprise isn't found in a kitchen or d...

This powerful message dives deep into the often-forgotten day of Easter weekend - Silent Saturday. While Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday are well-known and celebrated, Saturday sits in eerie silence. In this visually striking and emotionally resonant video, we explore what it means to live in the in-between—between heartbreak and healing, between death and life, between the question and the an...

What do you do when life knocks the breath out of you? When the future you dreamed of suddenly vanishes? When the hope you held onto feels like it’s died? In this powerful message, we kick off our Easter series “3 Days That Changed the World” by diving into the darkest day in history—the death of Jesus. But this isn’t just about what happened over 2,000 years ago... it’s about what to do when YOU...

“In God We Trust”… but do we really? The very thing we chase — wealth, security, comfort — carries a hidden warning right on its face: Trust in God. Psalm 49, written centuries before Christ, exposes a timeless struggle that affects both the rich and the poor, the faithful and the skeptic. In this video, we break down the uncomfortable truth about money’s seductive power and what it really costs u...

Psalm 42 is one of the most quoted Psalms—but do we really understand it? In this message, Pastor Rick walks through the honest emotions of a soul in drought and despair. Life gets heavy, and this Psalm doesn’t shy away from that. It’s raw, real, and relatable. If you’ve ever felt forgotten, discouraged, or spiritually dry, this teaching will remind you that God can handle your honesty—and He’s st...

Most preachers stop at Daniel 6, but not today. We’re diving into Daniel 7—a chapter full of strange visions, beasts, and prophecies that most people avoid. But don’t worry, we’re going to break it down in a simple way so you can see the bigger picture. How do we live in peace when the world feels like it’s falling apart? The future belongs to Jesus. In this message, we’ll look at four key truths:...

When life throws you into an impossible situation—one you can’t control—what’s your response? Do you panic? Try to power through on your own? Or do you turn to God, like Daniel did? For 65 years, Daniel had built a habit of trusting God. So when he was thrown into the lion’s den, he didn’t have to figure out a plan—he just did what he had always done. He prayed. Your defining moments don’t come ou...

The writing was on the wall for Belshazzar... but what about us today? In this message from Daniel 5, we unpack the dramatic moment when God’s hand literally appeared and wrote a message of judgment on the palace wall during Belshazzar’s wild party. But this isn’t just an ancient story—it’s a warning and a challenge for us today. What word does God have for you right now? Are you ignoring the sign...

This week, Pastor Rick continues our Daniel series by exploring Daniel 4, where King Nebuchadnezzar learns a hard lesson about pride. Despite his power and success, the king refuses to humble himself before God—until God humbles him. Through Nebuchadnezzar’s downfall and restoration, we see that pride blinds us to God’s role in our lives, but humility opens the door to His grace. This message chal...

This week, Pastor Matthew continues our Daniel series with the powerful story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace. In Daniel 3, we see that when life heats up, our response is determined by the decisions we’ve made beforehand. These three men refused to bow to a counterfeit image, choosing instead to stand firm in their faith—no matter the cost. This message challenges us to de...

This week, Pastor Rick continues our Daniel series by exploring Daniel 2, where we see a world in turmoil and a king desperate for answers. In the midst of uncertainty, Daniel stands firm, knowing that God is sovereign over all things—past, present, and future. This message reminds us that while chaos may be the world’s new normal, our confidence comes from trusting in a God who holds history in H...

This week, Pastor Rick begins our new series on Daniel: How to Live Like Christ in Crazy Times. In Daniel 1, we see a young man taken from his home, placed in a foreign culture, and pressured to compromise his faith. Yet, Daniel remained firm in his identity and convictions. As followers of Christ in a world that often opposes biblical values, we face the same challenge: will we blend in or stand...

This week, Pastor Matthew concludes the Best Team Ever series with a powerful challenge to embrace Jesus’ command to "go." Rooted in Mark 16:15 and Matthew 28:19-20, this message reminds us that being part of God’s team means living on mission wherever we are. Whether in our neighborhoods, workplaces, or across the world, where we stand is where God sends us. Pastor Matthew highlights that our goi...

  After a long break, Pastors Rick and Matthew are back and ready to dive into some powerful conversations! This week, they’re unpacking the life-changing moments from Man Night, sharing personal stories of vulnerability, and discussing how healing comes through connection and community.   Join in on the conversation that also looks ahead to what’s happening at TheRoad, including the Marriage Retr...

This week, Pastor Matthew continues the series The Best Team Ever by unpacking the cultural foundation that makes God’s team special. Rooted in Matthew 22:34-40, we explore the two greatest commandments: loving God with all our heart, soul, and mind, and loving others as ourselves. Pastor Matthew emphasizes that a healthy, biblical culture is built on these principles. As our love for God grows, s...

This week, Pastor Rick continues the series The Best Team Ever by focusing on baptism as the first act of obedience for every believer. Rooted in Matthew 28:18-20, this message explains how baptism symbolizes our faith and identifies us as part of God’s team. Just as a wedding ring symbolizes a covenant, baptism declares the inward transformation brought by Christ. Pastor Rick challenges us to con...

This week, Pastor Rick begins our new series, The Best Team Ever, by exploring the foundation of spiritual growth and discipleship. Rooted in Ephesians 5:15-16, this message emphasizes that being part of God’s team begins with spiritual birth—a miraculous moment when new life starts. Using the metaphor of a team, Pastor Rick highlights the stages of spiritual growth, from infancy to maturity, and...

As Christmas ends, how do we carry its message into the rest of the year? This week, Pastor Elijah explores how to keep the joy, hope, and meaning of Christmas alive in our daily lives. Through shining our light, sharing the story of Jesus, and bearing fruit that reflects His love, we’re reminded to live out our faith all year long. A simple act—leaving a Christmas decoration up—can serve as a pow...