Venture Church Messages

This time of year, while the short days and the long, dark nights can feel gloomy, the twinkling Christmas lights that line the rooftops and illuminate front yards can give us a little jolt of joy. A bright light in the darkness is a beacon of joy for all to see, and the greatest joy comes from the Light of the World! Through our Light, Jesus, we can experience great joy even in the most difficult...

"I had hoped things would have turned out differently." "I had hoped for a better outcome." "I had hoped for healing." We've all faced bitter disappointment when our hopes did not come to pass. Though things of the world are sure to disappoint us, we can anchor our hope to the One who will never leave us in our suffering. Join us for the introduction to the "Christmas at Venture" series, as we loo...

Why do we give? Our answer may depend on our motivation and our model. If we look at God's example of giving, His formula, mindset, and standard, we have the perfect model for giving generously, and when we follow His model, our motivations change too. Join us as we look to God's Word to answer the question: Why do we give? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ." Galatians 6:2 God designed us to live our lives in community, to support one another generously in good times and hard times. True generosity begins with compassion. When we allow the Holy Spirit to open our eyes to the needs around us, we can move beyond excuses and be a part of the work God is doing. Hosted on Aca...

The fall series, "Taste and See," has helped us better understand the fruit of the Spirit and how the Holy Spirit works through us to impact the lives of others. As we close out the series, join us for the last two characteristics of the fruit of the Spirit, gentleness and self-control. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fall is a season of harvest! After diligently watering, pruning, and caring for the garden, seeds grow into beautiful, ripe fruit. The Lord wants to grow fruit in our lives too! He has given us everything we need to grow the fruit of the Spirit - His characteristic - in us. When we abide and connect to Jesus, we grow! And because He is faithful, we can be faithful too. Join us as we learn how to g...

Election season can feel nerve-wracking. Uncertainty, frustration, anxiety - when tensions run high, kindness often flies out the window. Though polls and election results may seem unsure or scary, nothing can change who sits on Heaven's throne. God still rules, and He sent His son, Jesus, to be the ultimate example of kindness and goodness. Through His Spirit, we can share that goodness with othe...

What does patience mean to you? Calmly waiting in the checkout line at the grocery store? Teaching your child to tie his shoes? Waiting for God to answer your prayer? Patience is more than waiting; patience is a process that pushes us to Jesus. Join us as we look to the trials of Joseph in the Book of Genesis, and learn how to grow in patience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

In a world full of chaos, anxiety, and uncertainty, can we truly experience peace? When we look to the God's Word, we see promises of peace throughout the pages. Peace is possible, but it's not found in perfect circumstances. Peace is found in the presence of God - the God of Peace, the Prince of Peace, the Lord of Peace. Because of this promise of peace in His presence, we can look up in the mids...

How can you experience joy? The world will tell you the secret to feeling joy and happiness is to make more money, find the right relationship, or simply do what you want. But what does the Bible tell us about joy? God's Word tells us that true joy is found in the love of Jesus. It's through Him that we can experience a life of joy. Join us as we continue to unpack the fruit of the Spirit in the "...

As a young boy, Scripture tell us that David chose to know, love, and follow God. In spite of many adversities and failures, he personally experienced God's goodness and faithfulness. It was GOOD - so good that David proclaimed in Psalms 34:8,  "Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him."  The Spirit of God produces the fruit of the Spirit so that the world ma...

Do you ever feel stuck? Like you're dragging around a heavy chain that keeps you firmly tethered to a cold, dark cell? Though you've pulled and struggled, the chain won't budge. But what if those shackles had already been unlocked and the only thing that keeps you in that cell is your tight grip on the chains?  In Galatians chapter 4, Paul tells believers that when we become followers of Jesus, we...

The message of the Gospel is good news and hope for eternity - but the tension we face is sometimes the Gospel doesn’t feel like “good news” for right now. In the midst of daily struggles and earthly pain, it can become easy to turn away from truth. However, because of what Jesus did on the cross for us, we have received justification through Christ. Join us to see how this justification makes way...

Have you ever tried your best but still fallen short? In sports, school, work, or relationships? Sometimes we fail simply because we are aiming for the wrong target, trying to achieve the wrong goal. The Galatians had the same problem, they were trying their best to be spiritual, not spirit-filled. The Gospel has never been about us and our efforts but about the saving work of Jesus. What target a...

The gospel we follow shapes the person we become, and there is only ONE true gospel - the Gospel of Jesus Christ. When we let go of the false promises this world offers and cling to the truth found in Jesus, we can experience real freedom in Him. Join us for the first week of “Free," as we look at the book of Galatians and see that we can experience salvation through the finished work of Jesu...

In 2014, God took an abandoned building with a history of violence and redefined its purpose for His Church. In the same way that God redeemed and restored a place of darkness into a light for the community, God wants to redeem and restore the people of South Mississippi, one person at a time. Join us as we wrap up the August message series, “Salt & Light,” and celebrate the first 10 years of...

Life is full of different seasons, seasons of change. Whatever season you may be facing, know that God’s grace changes everything. Join us to find out how to experience God’s grace in your life!    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Being salt and light in this world requires us to be more than just a fan or follower of Jesus - instead, we have to place our complete faith in Him. When we push past our fears to passionately pursue Jesus, just like the woman in Mark 5, we experience the transforming power of His grace! Join us as we take a deeper look at what it means to truly trust in Jesus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

A few years ago, a study revealed that, on average, people care 40% less about others compared to previous years. Do you feel that in your life? It may not be surprising at all. This trend highlights the importance of Jesus’ call to be people of compassion. Join us as we look to Scripture to learn to live with care and compassion in a world that desperately needs it.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

As we start the first message series of the fall, “Salt & Light,” we’ll turn our focus to the life of Jesus. He is the salt and light of the earth, and He has called His followers to be the same. Is that the way people would describe you? Different? Salty? Join us as we look to the words and actions of Jesus and discover the secret to a salty life!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

A legacy - someone whose influence transcends a lifetime. It is a true human superpower. While we often think of superpowers as rare and flashy, leaving a lasting imprint with a profound impact is more often the result of seemingly small and simple acts. Kind words. Thoughtful gestures. Generosity. Intentionally living a life more centered on others than self. That is how legacies are made. Today,...

Summer is not over yet! What journeys do you have planned? A fun day at the water park or a road trip out of town? We’re all on different journeys in our lives, and even though we haven’t arrived yet, God is with us through it all. We can have confidence in the presence and the promises of God. There is nothing better than God’s presence, so join us as we wrap up our summer series, “Are We There Y...

One thing we know about vacations is that things rarely go as planned. The same can be said about our faith journey, but with God’s promises, we can get our faith back on track. Join us as we study four promises from scripture that we can cling to in every season.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy Father’s Day! Thank you, dads, for everything you do! You have stepped into such an important job that requires so much. For that, you have our respect! God has called you to be a better man – not perfect – but better. Join us as we look at what scripture tells us about how to be a godly man worthy of being followed.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are we there yet? That’s not just a question we ask ourselves on vacation, but one we may ask about our life and faith. As a parent, you may feel the finish line continues to move as your kids face new concerns daily. Though we haven’t arrived yet, we press on. Join us as we unpack how to parent on purpose as we model faith and community for our kids. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...