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This week, Pastor Ben continued his series on the difference between religion and true relationship with God, highlighting that the Christian life should not be a cycle of striving for approval. He emphasized that while obedience shouldn't be about earning God's love, it should reflect it instead. Using 1 Peter 1:13-14, he warned against slipping back into old patterns, reminding us that holiness...

11/23/2025 Vida Church

Pastor Ben, in his sermon on the "Religion vs. Relationship" series, emphasized the importance of examining our motives behind spiritual practices. He likened the Old Testament command to drive out inhabitants to the need to address internal heart issues today, encouraging us to live wisely among unbelievers and to share God's goodness through acts of love. While spiritual disciplines like prayer,...

Dr. Nick shared a powerful message during Sunday’s service about his three-year journey through a kidney transplant, which involved unexpected complications and a long recovery. He emphasized that while comfort comes from the outside, true peace arises from within, reminding us to trust in God rather than our own strength. He taught that joy fuels peace and encouraged us to choose joy over worry,...

This week at Vida Church, Pastor Ben continued our series on the differences between relationships and religion, emphasizing the importance of understanding the practices of faith. He encouraged us to reflect on why we say "hallelujah" or "amen" and the significance behind our worship and prayers. We are called to live out our new life in Christ, empowered to forgive others freely because we have...

This week, Pastor Ben continued his sermon series on the distinction between Religion and Relationship, emphasizing how the Christian life can often become a series of tasks rather than a heartfelt connection with God. He urged attendees to reflect on their motivations for attending church, highlighting that when participation turns into a mere checklist—rather than a desire for closeness with the...

Pastor Chad's message from Judges 6 highlighted Gideon's story, emphasizing how he was hiding and feeling weak while God saw him as a "mighty hero." Despite Gideon's fears and self-doubt, God recognized his potential and called him to lead. The turning point for Gideon was obeying God's command to tear down idols that represented self-limitation. Pastor Chad challenged us to do the same by removin...

Pastor Ben continued his series on Religion vs. Relationship by emphasizing how God's grace and truth work together, as illustrated in Colossians 1. He highlighted that the transformative Good News leads to changed lives and encourages us to live in a way that honors God. Grace empowers us to break free from sin, while truth reminds us of our holy status before God. Pastor Ben warned against drift...

During His ministry, Jesus faced opposition primarily from religious leaders who expected the Messiah to fit their preconceived notions. While they believed adherence to the law was essential for reaching God, Jesus came to fulfill the law and introduce grace and truth, emphasizing a personal relationship with the Father (John 1:1, 1:17). This grace puts everyone on equal footing, reliant on Him r...

We are experiencing a wave of revival characterized by boldness and truth, as many new believers publicly declared their faith through baptism, showing their commitment to glorify Jesus. The Holy Spirit is moving powerfully in our church, and Pastor emphasized that revival is intertwined with evangelism, marked by deliverance, salvation, and a deep hunger for God. As we ride this wave of spiritual...

09/21/25 | Vida Church

This Sunday, we had the privilege of hosting Brad Holliman, who delivered an impactful message on the importance of reaching others with the Gospel. He emphasized that Jesus was often "moved with compassion" when He saw people, highlighting the significance of getting close to them to truly understand and love them. God desires to entrust us with the people around us, encouraging us to practice tr...

There is a significant difference between religion and a relationship with God; while religion emphasizes sacrifice and self-denial to reach God, faith in Jesus Christ teaches us that salvation is a gift of grace (Ephesians 2:8-9) that cannot be earned. As followers of Christ, we are called to lay down our own agendas and walk in His footsteps, which includes embracing sacrifice (Matthew 16:24 ) a...

Galatians 6:9 encourages us not to grow weary in doing good, reminding us that each person has a unique calling and purpose to pursue. As Paul advised in Philippians 3:13 , we should forget the past and focus on our own race without comparing ourselves to others. If you've been discouraged or lost hope, now is the time to re-engage. In closing, Pastor invited us to seek the Holy Spirit for guidanc...

Pastor Ben reminded us that we are called to "fight the good fight for the true faith" (1 Timothy 6:12 ), with the assurance from Jesus that the victory is ours. While some may view "the fight" as simply the daily grind, idleness leads to decline, as seen in the example of King David. We're created for purpose, and even in rest, we must remain engaged in our spiritual battles—winning the lost, sta...

James highlighted the biblical story of King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20 as a powerful reminder of how to face our battles by trusting God. When outnumbered by five armies, Jehoshaphat chose not to panic but instead fasted and prayed, acknowledging God's greatness and faithfulness. God assured them that the battle belonged to Him and instructed them to stand firm and worship in anticipation of...

The ability to show mercy stems from our deep security in God's love, as highlighted in Ephesians 3:17 , which reminds us that our roots grow strong in His love. Mercy becomes our default response when we release resentment and create a culture of peace, acknowledging each person's unique journey without judgment. Bob illustrated this through the parable of the prodigal son, where the father welco...

This Sunday, we were blessed to host Pastor Tafara and his wife Chipo from South Africa, who shared a powerful message about God's intent for us to prosper—not just for ourselves but to bless others. He highlighted Genesis 1:28 , where God commands, "Prosper! Reproduce! Fill Earth!" Pastor Tafara's own journey from poverty to understanding God’s blessing illustrates that when we focus on being a b...

In January, Pastor Kara emphasized “God, Our Rewarder” from Isaiah 55:6, and now invites us to recalibrate as we reach the year’s halfway point. She explored biblical dispensations, highlighting our current era, the Church Age or Dispensation of Grace, where we are empowered by the Holy Spirit to boldly share the gospel. With the imminent return of Christ in mind, we must stay spiritually alert an...