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In a world more connected than ever, why do we seem more divided?   Social media has made it easy to cancel, block, or blast those who disagree — but Jesus calls us to something radical: Love your enemies. This week in The Jesus Relationship Playbook , Pastor Nick Osborne unpacks  Jesus' teaching on loving your enemies and shows us how to love those we’d rather avoid. Don’t miss this challeng...

Ever had someone say something that lit a fire in you - made you feel valued or filled with hope? That’s the power of speaking life. When we speak life, we reflect God’s love and bring hope into every relationship. This week in " The Jesus Relationship Playbook: Love God, Love People ", preaching student Raúl Mazariego unpacks Mark 5:21–36 to show us how Jesus spoke life with the people...

Feeling drained by the people in your life? Whether it’s family, friends, coworkers, or even your church community - relationships can be hard to maintain. But the ones that matter most deserve our best energy. So how do we recharge? This week, Pastor J.B. Lim kicks off a brand new series: The Jesus Relationship Playbook: Love God, Love People . In this opening message, we’ll discover how Jesus st...

Struggling to pray because you don’t know what to say?  Here’s the secret: Start with praise.  Praise isn’t just a part of prayer - it’s the kind of prayer that moves God’s heart. In the finale of our " Teach Me How to Pray " series, Preaching Student Timson Hui brings an insightful message from Psalm 150 on the power of praise.   If you are looking to grow in your prayer life, this is t...

In this episode, we focus on Psalm 148 and its powerful invitation for all creation - from angels and stars to sea creatures and kings - to praise the Lord.  Whether through singing, dancing, or prayer, learn what it means to offer God a "praise prayer" in every season of life.  Discover how this passage teaches us that praise is not just a response, but a posture of the heart.  - Next S...

Do you ever talk to yourself? What do you say? Did you know that speaking to yourself can actually be a form of prayer?  This week, Pastor J.B. Lim shares a powerful message from Psalm 103, revealing how prayer can be a grounding practice that teaches us to recognize God’s daily blessings. Tune in as we explore how this unique form of prayer can help lift the weight of anger and frustration we oft...

How is Psalm 18:1 the most unique verse in the Bible? And what does Psalm 18 teach us about the kind of relationship God made you to have with Him?  Learn about all this and more in this message from Pastor J.B. called “A Vehicle for Love”.  - Next Steps 💪 • Are you NEW to Thrive? We've prepared a Stainless Steel Thrive Water Bottle for you to thank you for spending your Sunday with us. Text...

Ever feel like you’re stumbling through life in the dark, unsure of where to go next? The good news: God sees what you can’t—and He can light the way. Join Pastor Christopher Ogundare for this powerful message in our TEACH ME HOW TO PRAY series. Discover how to call on God, your Great Shepherd, to guide, protect, and care for you every step of the way. Don’t miss it! - Next Steps 💪 • Are you NEW...

Can joy be restored when life gets messy?  Absolutely!  And Psalm 51 shows us how. Don’t miss this week’s powerful message from Pastor Tim Osiowy as he unpacks Psalm 51 and shows how joy can be restored through the power of prayer.  Discover how prayer can bring healing, hope, and lasting joy—no matter what you’re facing. Tune in and be encouraged as we continue our Teach Me How to Pray series! -...

How you see someone shapes how you treat them - and the same goes for God. If you only see Him as King, you might pray with distance. If you only see Him as Friend, you might forget His majesty. But at the cross, we meet both. Join Pastor J.B. Lim as he unpacks Psalm 130 and shows us how seeing God as both King and Friend invites more of the Holy Spirit into our lives. Don’t miss this powerful epi...

Let’s be real - life gets crazy, and none of us are immune. So when chaos hits, where do you run? In this episode of our Teach Me How to Pray series, preaching student Marci Mazariego dives into Psalm 46, revealing 3 powerful insights on finding the unshakable refuge God offers. Don’t miss this encouraging message - discover how to experience His peace, even in the midst of storm and chaos. - Next...

What kind of language should you use when you talk with God?  If you think it doesn’t matter what language you use in prayer, this message will challenge that assumption!  Get ready to think about prayer in a way that you maybe never have before.  It’s all in this message from Pastor J.B. called “Prayer’s First Language”.  - Next Steps 💪 • Are you NEW to Thrive? We've prepared a Stainless St...

Ever had something just out of reach and wished you had the right tool to grab it? Prayer isn’t just talking to God—it’s the tool God gives us to become who He designed us to be. Join Pastor J.B. Lim as we launch our new series, Teach Me How to Pray: The Book of Psalms . Together, we’ll explore how delighting in God’s goodness and revering His greatness bring the balance we need to pray the way Go...

Have you ever felt abandoned—even by God? In this powerful Easter Sunday message, Pastor J.B. Lim explores Jesus’ heart-wrenching cry from the cross: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” Discover how that moment of divine silence became the doorway to eternal connection with God. Don’t miss this life-giving message of hope in Jesus Christ, tune in today! - Next Steps 💪 • Are you NEW to Thr...

Innovation without God? It’s a shortcut to confusion. In this powerful bonus episode to our Genesis Series, Guest Preacher Pastor Nick Osborne dives into the story of the Tower of Babel. He unpacks how humanity’s pursuit of significance, security, and a connection to the divine only works when it’s rooted in God, not in human ambition.  Don’t miss this compelling bonus episode: an invitation to re...

What if the pain you have faced wasn’t meant to break you, but to build you?   Join us this week as Pastor J.B. Lim shares the final message in our GENESIS series, uncovering how Joseph’s story reveals the power of a heavenly perspective. Discover how God can transform your deepest wounds into powerful testimonies of His grace. Don’t miss this inspiring message on how God uses even the hardest sea...

Have you ever read the Book of Genesis and wondered, What does that really mean? You’re not alone! After exploring 49 chapters of Genesis, the questions keep coming. Was Genesis written as history? Does it align with science? Are we all supposed to have children? What’s the most important question to consider when reading Genesis? Join Pastor J.B. Lim as he dives into your submitted questions from...

Did you know personality and skills are reminders that you are uniquely blessed by God? This is why the words you speak over your children matter—words have the power to shape identity and destiny. Just as Jacob spoke a unique blessing over each of his sons, recognizing their unique gifts and calling, so too has God equipped you with purpose. Your blessing is more than just words—it’s a prophetic...

When storms come, what’s beneath you will determine if you stand or fall. We must avoid standing on shifting foundations like the opinions or unreliable promises of people; instead we should aim to anchor our hope in God's promises. Join us this week as Pastor Bon Marasigan shares Jacob’s last words in Genesis 49 and demonstrates his words were not just sentimental—they were prophetic promise...

What if you found out you had been adopted into a royal family? This would be better than winning a lottery, because it’s more than wealth it’s about experiencing elevated status.  That’s exactly what happens when we accept Jesus—we are adopted by God the Father, gaining a new identity and eternal inheritance. Join us as Pastor J.B. Lim unpacks Genesis 48, showing how Jacob’s adoption of his grand...

Moving to a new place can be exciting but also overwhelming—new faces, new customs, and the uncertainty of what’s ahead. But with God, every journey is one of grace and provision. Join us as Pastor J.B. Lim unpacks Genesis 47, where Joseph’s family enters Egypt and experiences Pharaoh’s unexpected favor. Discover how putting God first, even in unfamiliar places, leads to blessing and purpose! - Ne...

Why does God call us to take risks and step out in faith?  Risks can be scary, but they unlock incredible rewards—courage, trust, and provision. So how should we respond when God calls? Join us this week as guest preacher Pastor Nick Osborne unpacks this exciting question in our GENESIS series. Don’t miss it—tune in today! - Next Steps 💪 • Are you NEW to Thrive? We've prepared a Stainless St...

Just like a droopy plant springs to life with water, we come alive when we find what we’ve been searching for. The wait is over—Jesus is here to reveal Himself to you!  Join us this week as Pastor J.B. Lim unpacks a powerful message from The GENESIS Series, exploring how Joseph’s revelation to his brothers brought reconciliation and peace—just as God wants to do in your life today! - Next Steps 💪...

Are you carrying a heavy load? Just like physical weight slows you down, guilt and shame can hold you back from moving forward in life. So how do we let go?" In this week’s GENESIS series, Preaching Student Timson Hui unpacks Judah’s powerful plea to save his brother—revealing how surrendering to God leads to true forgiveness and lasting freedom. Don’t miss this life-changing message! - Next...

Have you ever received a gift so extravagant that others wouldn’t understand? Some Valentine’s gifts capture the stars or moon on the night you met—unusual to some, but deeply meaningful to the recipient. That’s the kind of love God has for you—radical, personal, and beyond comprehension. This week, Pastor J.B. Lim explores Genesis 43, revealing how Joseph’s kindness mirrors God’s mercy and expres...