Ecclesiastes gives language to a question people often feel but rarely admit: what if the things we are chasing do not actually satisfy us? The book looks honestly at success, pleasure, work, and ambition and concludes that life only makes sense when it is lived in relationship with God.

Samson is one of the strongest men in the Bible and one of its clearest examples of wasted potential. His life warns us that talent, intelligence, athletic ability, and influence cannot substitute for character. Real strength is the ability to govern yourself faithfully before God. Pastor Justin teaches out of Judges 13–16.

God’s people are enslaved, oppressed, and powerless.Pharaoh appears to control the future, but God has not forgotten his people.God sees their suffering, hears their cries, and acts on their behalf.Moses feels inadequate, but God’s calling is grounded in God’s presence.Deliverance begins because God is faithful.

This is an introduction—yes, to the Bible, but really to Jesus. And getting introduced to Jesus is less like meeting a new acquaintance and more like discovering gravity: everything else only makes sense in relation to Him. So ask what it means for your life—but start with what it reveals about Him.That is the gospel center: the Bible does not finally hand you a mirror; it hands you Christ. Read it looking for the King, and then walk away ready to live like He is actually risen. Pastor Justin starts our series in Luke 24:13–35.

Do you believe God is generous? Jesus says, “Ask, seek, knock,” not because God is reluctant, but because he is good. This Sunday, we’ll close The Good Life by looking at beauty not as something we achieve or manufacture, but as a gift from a generous Father who delights to give good gifts to his children. There is more than self-made success—there is a beautiful life received with trust, joy, and gratitude.

We spend hours a day online—scrolling, posting, reacting—without always realizing how deeply technology is shaping us. This Sunday, we’ll look at what Jesus means when he calls his people salt and light, and what it could look like for our digital lives to reflect his truth, clarity, and presence. There is more than distraction, outrage, and influence-chasing. Join us as we consider a more intentional, redemptive way to live online.

We live in one of the wealthiest cities in the world, so why does it still never feel like enough? This Sunday, we’ll look at what Jesus says about money, treasure, and the way our hearts are shaped by what we value most. No one wants to hear about money in church, but I promise, there is more than accumulation, and this message is for anyone who wants a freer, wiser, more grounded way to think about wealth.

Work is competitive. Your reputation matters. Your peers and competitors cut corners. But what if Christians worked differently? This Sunday, we’ll look at what Jesus says about retaliation, integrity, and the kind of character that should shape our ambition. There is more than climbing the ladder, and this message is for anyone who wants to work with conviction, strength, and a deeper sense of purpose.

Ever feel like your spiritual life is inconsistent or shallow (or basically non-existent)? Jesus didn’t just call people to believe the right things—he invited them into a deeper life with God. This Sunday, we’ll look at the Lord’s Prayer as a pathway into real spiritual depth, deeper trust, and a more grounded relationship with God. There is more than surface spirituality, and this message is for anyone who wants something deeper than religious routine.

Single in LA? It can feel exhausting—the pressure, the apps, the comparison, and the constant question of whether singleness is just a waiting room. This Sunday, we’ll look at how Jesus and the whole Bible paint a bigger, better picture of love, identity, purpose, romance, and intimacy. Whether you’re single or married and wanting to grow in romance and deeper connection, this message will offer clarity, hope, and a better vision than swipes and status. Join us at Calvary this Sunday.