In this message from Matthew 2:1–12, we follow the Magi’s journey to Jesus and discover that the Prince of Peace often shows up in the middle of chaos—not after it’s gone.

Pastor Ryan unpacks what biblical “peace” (shalom) really means: wholeness found in a person, not the absence of problems. He challenges the common traps that steal peace—distraction, shame, performance, and fear—and points us back to grace and relationship with Jesus.

If you’ve been longing for calm in a messy season, this message invites you to lift your eyes off the “Herods” in your life and receive the peace only Jesus can give.

In this first message from Banner's Advent series, we look to the arrival of Jesus as our true source of hope. Walking through the story of Zechariah, Elizabeth, and Mary in Luke 1, Pastor Ryan shows how God is still at work even when our prayers feel delayed and life doesn’t look like we expected.

He shares personal stories of disappointment, longing, and breakthrough to remind us that hope looks like persevering in faith, surrendering our expectations, and trusting God’s ability rather than our own.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in the “in-between,” this message invites you to step into the presence of Jesus and discover that hope has a name.

In part three of our Higher Vision series, Pastor Ryan unpacks the question, “Why tithe?” through Malachi 3 and the biblical principle of firstfruits. He teaches that tithing isn’t about God needing our money, but about offering our first and best to Him as an act of worship, trust, and spiritual maturity.

As we honor God with the first 10% of our income, He promises to provide for our needs, free our hearts from greed, and bless what remains.

This message calls Banner Church to stop giving God leftovers and become a truly generous, worshiping church in the middle of Seattle.

In part two of our A Higher Vision series, Pastor Ryan unpacks what it means to manage our money God’s way through stewardship, obedience, and generosity.

Drawing from the parable of the talents in Matthew 25, he reminds us that God owns it all, we simply manage it, and that faithfulness matters far more than the amount we have. This message gets super practical with a biblical framework for our finances: give to the Lord, pay what you owe, save for the future, invest in multiplication, and spend with purpose.

Ultimately, we’re invited to loosen our grip on “my money,” live for eternity, and become a crazy generous church that sees God do crazy things in our families, our city, and beyond.

In this message kicking off our Higher Vision series, Pastor Ryan unpacks what Jesus really says about money, possessions, and eternity—and why our finances are so deeply tied to our hearts.

He shares his own story of having a lot, losing everything (twice), and how that shaped his view of wealth, fear, and God as Provider. Together we confront the lies of both the poverty gospel (“God loves me more because I’m poor”) and the prosperity gospel (“God loves me more because I’m rich”), and learn instead to see money as a tool, a test, and a testimony in God’s hands.

You’ll be invited into a life of stewardship and generosity rooted not in guilt, but in the reality that in Christ, you are already rich.

In the final message of our Searching for Answers series, Pastor Ryan unpacks one of life’s biggest questions: What happens when we die?

Through Scripture and honest reflection, he explores what eternity looks like, what happens the moment we take our last breath, and how what we believe about death shapes the way we live today.

If you’ve ever wrestled with questions about heaven, judgment, or the hope of eternal life, this message will point you toward the truth and peace found in Jesus.

Talking about faith in a world full of different beliefs and perspectives isn’t always easy. But Jesus invites us into honest, loving conversations that reflect His heart. In this message, Pastor Ryan Kim shares practical wisdom on how to approach conversations with humility and curiosity, listen well and love people first, share the hope of Jesus without pressure or fear, and trust the Holy Spirit to move in every moment. Whether you’re new to faith or learning how to speak about what you believe with confidence, this message will equip you to step into meaningful conversations that point others to Jesus.

In this message, Pastor Ryan addresses one of the most sensitive and important questions in modern culture: What does the Bible say about LGBTQ+? With honesty, compassion, and biblical clarity, he walks through six key passages and wrestles with the tension between theological conviction and radical love. While affirming a historic Christian view of sex and marriage, Ryan calls the church to reject shame and extend grace, especially where there’s been pain and hurt. This sermon is not about condemnation—it’s an invitation to follow Jesus with humility, no matter where you’re starting from.

In this timely and courageous message, Pastor Ryan explores how Christians can faithfully engage with politics without compromising their witness. Drawing from Mark 12 and Romans 13, he explains how followers of Jesus are called to both submit to government authority and speak truth to power. From civil disobedience to cultural humility, this sermon challenges believers to represent God’s kingdom above all earthly allegiances. If you’ve struggled to navigate faith and politics, this message brings clarity, conviction, and hope.

In this powerful message, Pastor Ryan unpacks Ephesians 6 and reminds us that we’re not just dealing with everyday problems—we’re in a real spiritual battle. Drawing from Paul’s imagery of the Armor of God, he challenges believers to move beyond surface-level Christianity and live with truth, righteousness, and faith. You’ll be equipped not just to endure, but to stand firm when the enemy attacks. If you’ve felt resistance or opposition lately, this sermon offers both clarity and courage for the fight.