On Good Friday, we reflect on Jesus’ sacrifice through the lens of a garden — a place of growth, grief, and hope. This message explores the roles of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph of Arimathea at the cross and in the tomb, and what they reveal about our own faith journey.

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Maundy Thursday Service, April 17, 2025, 7:00 p.m. In this Maundy Thursday message, Pastor Doug Scalise explores the Garden of Gethsemane as the second major garden of betrayal in the Bible—where Jesus is betrayed by Judas, arrested, and abandoned by His disciples. Drawing parallels with Eden, the sermon highlights how Jesus chooses obedience and submission…

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In this message, we reflect on the contrast between Eden and Gethsemane—two gardens, two choices. While Adam and Eve chose self-will, Jesus chose surrender. Through Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane, we learn the power of obedience, the importance of prayer in trials, and the path to redemption through trusting God’s will.

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As part of our Gardens of God series, this sermon explores the beauty, intimacy, and sacredness of love as depicted in Song of Songs 4:12–5:1. Using the rich imagery of a flourishing garden, we uncover biblical wisdom on love, faithfulness, and nurturing relationships—whether in marriage, friendships, or the church. Discover how God designed love to…

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Explore Genesis 3:20–24 and the theme of second chances through the story of Adam and Eve. Reflect on God's mercy, redemption, and grace—see how failure isn't final, and how God lovingly restores us. A message of hope, faith, and new beginnings.

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Have you ever had a moment or a time in your life where you wanted to hide from God or from another person because of something you said or did? This Sunday we continue our series on the Gardens of God, in Genesis 3:7-13, where we hear that God goes looking for Adam and Eve…

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Explore God's original design in the Garden of Eden, where work was purposeful, rest was sacred, relationships were equal, and humans were called to stewardship. Discover how these timeless principles from Genesis 2 can transform your life today.

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Delve into the profound lessons from Jesus feeding the 5,000, highlighting the importance of sharing. Explore how recognizing needs, giving generously, and trusting God’s provision can transform lives, multiply blessings, and bring lasting joy through acts of faith and generosity.

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This sermon explores spiritual growth and maturity, drawing from Hebrews 5:11-14. Pastor David Pranga challenges believers to move beyond spiritual stagnation, emphasizing the need for consistent practice and discernment in applying God's Word. The message provides practical steps for spiritual development, encouraging listeners to pursue a deeper relationship with God.

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This sermon explores Moses' five excuses for resisting God's call in Exodus, revealing how fear and self-doubt can hinder our obedience. It highlights God's patient and loving responses to each excuse, demonstrating His unwavering support and provision for those He calls to serve. The message encourages us to overcome our fears and limitations by trusting in God's presence and power.

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