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 Imagine having the Creator of the universe in your midst, only to dismiss Him as just another face in the crowd. In Mark 6:1-6, we see how the people of Nazareth missed out on the miracles of Jesus because they thought they knew Him too well. Sunday, we’re going to explore the possibility of how our assumed overfamiliarity with Jesus might actually undermine our faith in Jesus. Join us as Pastor...

Imagine standing on a mountaintop, the air thick with tension, as two belief systems collide in a dramatic showdown. On one side, the lone prophet Elijah, a man of unwavering faith and deep personal connection with God. On the other, 450 prophets of Baal, representing a world of false hopes and empty promises. Today, as we revisit this epic confrontation at Mt. Carmel, we’ll discover that true wor...

"The Last Forty": As the Israelites stood on the brink of the Jordan, poised to enter the Promised Land after forty years of wandering, they faced a pivotal moment. With the river's rushing waters before them and God's call echoing in their hearts, they had a choice: to step forward in faith or retreat into the familiar wilderness. When they crossed over and built an ark of remembrance, it wasn't...

"How can you turn your deepest wounds into powerful moments of worship? Join us as we explore Job's incredible response to unimaginable loss and discover how daily habits of prayer and praise can transform your pain into profound faith. Learn to see God's hand in your struggles and embrace the promise that His presence is constant, even in your darkest hours. Don't miss this inspiring message!"

"Imagine being thrown into a pit by your own brothers, sold into slavery, falsely accused, and imprisoned—seemingly abandoned by everyone and everything you hold dear. Yet, in the depths of his darkest days, Joseph find himself a living example of a profound truth: God often uses trials to shape us into the people we are destined to be. Today, we dive into Joseph's story and Psalm 105:19 to uncove...

"Every scar has a story. As we look at the scars on Jesus' hands and feet, we see more than just the wounds of crucifixion; we see the incredible story of our redemption. These marks tell of the unimaginable love that brings us joy, the profound peace that surpasses understanding, and the healing that restores our souls. Today, let’s explore the powerful narrative behind these sacred scars and dis...

"In a world full of endless tasks and constant comparisons, finding true peace can seem impossible. But what if the secret lies in simply learning how to sit? In Luke 10:38-42, while Martha was distracted by many things, Mary found the better way by sitting at Jesus' feet. Today, we'll uncover how simplifying our lives, breaking free from the trap of comparison, and shifting our focus to Jesus can...

"In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it's easy to use work as a distraction, avoiding the deeper issues and hurts that linger within us. But what if we're missing out on the most important thing? In Luke 10, Martha busied herself with tasks while Mary chose to sit at Jesus' feet. Today, we'll explore how we, too, can break free from our busyness and distractions with which we're worrying...

Pastor Thomas-Steele's sermon "Expectations" emphasizes worshiping Jesus in all aspects of life, combining listening to God's word with active obedience. The sermon discusses the challenging idea that experiences with Jesus may not match expectations and focuses on following Jesus involves surrender and discipleship. It delves into waiting on God, stressing the importance of trust in God's timing...

"Imagine being stuck in the same place for 38 years, longing for healing but held back by a myriad of excuses. In John 5, Jesus meets a man in just this situation, challenging him to rise above his excuses and take a step of faith and obedience. Today, we're going to dive into this powerful story to discover how we, too, can stop making excuses and start making moves—moves of faith in Jesus and ob...

In Pastor Thomas-Steele's sermon, he explores the theme "From Wounds to Worship" using a passage from Luke, speaking on the inevitability of pain and suffering in life. He recounts the story of Jesus raising a widow's son in Nain, emphasizing Jesus' compassion and transformative power in times of deep sorrow. The sermon encourages listeners to trust in Jesus for comfort and healing, regardless of...

Pastor Thomas-Steele's sermon "Provisions" from the series "From Wounds to Worship" focuses on the grace of God during hardships, transitioning from pain to perseverance to hope. Using John 20:19-23, he shows how Jesus offers peace, purpose, and power to overcome challenges. Personal stories highlight God's provision in tough times, urging listeners to trust in God's peace, find purpose in sufferi...

The sermon titled "Thorns" by Pastor Thomas-Steele was centered on understanding and dealing with suffering through a spiritual perspective. He reminded the congregation of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, underlining that even though people endure pain and hardship, they do so with a purpose. He emphasized the notion of Jesus transforming wounds into worship, thus giving our suffering meaning an...

In the sermon "Hands" by Pastor Thomas-Steele, Jesus shows his willingness to help with our woundedness through the story of healing a leper in Mark 1:40-42. Jesus's touch symbolizes his ability to heal physically, emotionally, and spiritually. The sermon challenges listeners to have faith in Jesus's ability to heal and to surrender to his unexpected ways of offering help. Ultimately, Jesus is wil...

Pastor Thomas Steele delivered a touching sermon on woundedness and finding healing in Jesus, as part of the "From Wounds to Worship" series. The sermon draws on the biblical story of Jairus, a struggling father desperate for the life of his dying daughter. Steele uses his own experience of loss, following his father's death, to add personal depth and relatability to the sermon. The key themes are...

In Pastor Thomas Steele's sermon "Wounds," part of the series "From Wounds to Worship," he underscores the universality of woundedness, whether physical, emotional, or mental. He implores his listeners to channel their suffering towards Jesus, emphasizing the healing potential of faithful submission. Through the biblical narrative of the woman suffering from bleeding in Mark 5:24-34, he points out...

Pastor Thomas Steele's sermon, "Confessions", was a heartfelt discourse that highlighted Jesus as a savior and helper for those burdened with shame, sin, and pain. He noted the personal challenges he experienced after his father's death in 2017, especially realizing how his father had become an idol in his life, embodying security, stability, and provision. Thomas-Steele emphasized the need to sol...

In his sermon "Do You Think the Bible's Boring? (Let's Talk the Cost of Repentance)," Mike Apperson sparks a conversation about the dismissal of the Bible as 'boring' and the gravitas of repentance. The sermon begins by challenging the notion that the Bible is uninteresting, asserting that if perceived as dull, it’s not being understood correctly. He pivots to discussing the cost of repentance, ut...

Pastor Kelby Lilly's sermon discusses the story of Jonah, focusing on themes of obedience, repentance, and spiritual gifts. He shares personal stories to illustrate the importance of following God's will and accepting forgiveness through Jesus. The sermon emphasizes the call to reflect on one's choices, utilize spiritual gifts for ministry, and invite Jesus into our lives for rest and love.

Pastor Thomas Steele's sermon magnifies the importance of placing absolute trust in God in all aspects of life, categorically cautioning against substituting this trust in God with any form of reliance on worldly riches, influential identities, or personal wisdom. He references stories from the books of Mark and John in the Bible, recounting Jesus calming a perilous storm and feeding thousands fro...

This sermon titled "One Step at a Time" by Pastor Thomas Steele emphasizes the role of vision in our lives. It explores how having a vision and following God's guidance can help us end up where we want to be. The sermon discusses the importance of vision in various aspects of life and highlights the frustration that can come from seeking guidance from God's word because it doesn't often give guida...