Last week, Pastor Marcus provided some insights into how God has been moving in our church in the past few years. This week, we begin our Christmas with Compassion series, uncovering the significance of popular carols. In a powerful exploration of "O Come O Come Emmanuel," Pastor Jordan unpacks the 700-year gap between Isaiah's prophecy and Jesus' birth, revealing how God's timing transforms our waiting into wonder. Through personal stories and biblical insights, he illuminates how Emmanuel—"God with us"—isn't just a Christmas concept but a present reality in our deepest valleys and longest nights. Whether you're facing uncertainty or celebrating joy this season, this message will help you discover fresh meaning in familiar carols and renewed hope in God's faithful presence. Pastor Jordan gives this timely reminder that even in the waiting, you're never alone.

Have you ever wondered what makes something simple sacred? In Luke 22, Jesus transforms the ancient Passover into something revolutionary—the Lord's Supper. Pastor Ken unveils how this sacred meal connects us to both God's saving grace and each other across time and cultures. Similar to how worshipping through song connects people together like Pastor Marcus looked at last week, Communion also connects believers together with Christ. Pastor Ken uses powerful stories, including a near-disaster with the priceless Codex Sinaiticus, which shows how treating sacred things as ordinary can lead to profound loss. Whether you're new to communion or have participated countless times, this message reveals fresh insights about this timeless practice that unites believers worldwide.

Have you ever wondered what true rest for your soul looks like? Pastor Marcus unpacks how worship—far more than just singing—is our pathway to experiencing God's presence and peace. Through Psalm 95's wisdom, he reveals how authentic worship, both exuberant and reverent, serves as the antidote to pride and opens the door to genuine rest in Jesus. Drawing from his own transformation from reluctant worshipper to passionate participant, Marcus shows how corporate worship bonds us together and positions us to receive from God. 

Pastor John-Mark kicks off our Faith Promise season sharing a humbling story of being trapped in mud with his trusted 4x4, illustrating that "hope by itself is not a good plan." Through the biblical account of four determined friends who lowered a paralyzed man through a roof to reach Jesus, he reveals how our faith in action—not just wishful thinking—can transform lives here and around the world. Like those nameless friends, we have the incredible opportunity to help others encounter Jesus through Faith Promise giving. Don't miss this powerful message about moving beyond hope to purposeful action in reaching the unreached.

Have you ever wondered what makes a church truly come alive? Pastor Marcus shares how a middle school visitor became a pastor through the faithful service of volunteers—the same ones now mentoring his own children. Drawing from Acts 2, he challenges our cultural obsession with climbing up by showing how Jesus calls us to serve down. Through compelling research and the touching story of Tronda and Phyllicia, Pastor Marcus reveals how serving others leads to unexpected joy and deeper connection with Christ. Whether you're seeking purpose or wondering about your next step in faith, this message offers practical wisdom for experiencing God's love through service. 

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¿Alguna vez te has preguntado qué hace que una iglesia cobre vida verdaderamente? El Pastor Marcus comparte cómo un visitante de secundaria se convirtió en pastor gracias al servicio fiel de voluntarios—los mismos que ahora están mentoreando a sus propios hijos. Basándose en Hechos 2, nos desafía con nuestra obsesión cultural por ascender al mostrarnos cómo Jesús nos llama a servir hacia abajo. A través de investigaciones convincentes y la conmovedora historia de Tronda y Phyllicia, el Pastor Marcus revela cómo servir a los demás conduce a una alegría inesperada y a una conexión más profunda con Cristo. Ya sea que busques propósito o te cuestiones sobre tu próximo paso en la fe, este mensaje ofrece sabiduría práctica para experimentar el amor de Dios a través del servicio.

This week in our Devote series, Pastor Marcus unpacks a profound truth from Jesus' teaching: our hearts inevitably follow our treasure. Through personal stories and biblical wisdom, he illuminates how the ancient practice of tithing isn't about money—it's about positioning God first in our lives. Drawing on Abraham's example and God's promises in Malachi, Pastor Marcus demonstrates how giving the first 10% isn't just a religious duty, but a transformative path to experiencing God's blessings and finding true financial peace. Ready to discover the freedom that comes from putting God first in your finances? Don't miss this life-changing message about aligning your treasure with your heart.

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Esta semana en nuestra serie Devote, el Pastor Marcus desglosa una profunda verdad de las enseñanzas de Jesús: nuestros corazones inevitablemente siguen a nuestro tesoro. A través de historias personales y sabiduría bíblica, ilumina cómo la antigua práctica del diezmo no se trata de dinero—se trata de posicionar a Dios primero en nuestras vidas. Tomando el ejemplo de Abraham y las promesas de Dios en Malaquías, el Pastor Marcus demuestra cómo dar el primer 10% no es solo un deber religioso, sino un camino transformador para experimentar las bendiciones de Dios y encontrar verdadera paz financiera. ¿Listo para descubrir la libertad que proviene de poner a Dios primero en tus finanzas? No te pierdas este mensaje que cambia vidas sobre alinear tu tesoro con tu

What does true devotion look like in today's world? Pastor Ken challenges us to examine where our hearts—and our resources—truly lie. Through powerful insights from Proverbs and real-world examples, he reveals how our approach to money mirrors our spiritual commitment. When we understand we are stewards, not owners, of all God has given us, it transforms how we serve, give, and live. Pastor Ken offers practical wisdom for financial freedom while inspiring deeper surrender to God. Don't miss this opportunity to discover the joy of whole-hearted devotion.

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¿Cómo se ve la verdadera devoción en el mundo actual? El Pastor Ken nos desafía a examinar dónde están verdaderamente nuestros corazones—y nuestros recursos. A través de poderosas ideas de Proverbios y ejemplos del mundo real, revela cómo nuestro enfoque hacia el dinero refleja nuestro compromiso espiritual. Cuando entendemos que somos administradores, no dueños, de todo lo que Dios nos ha dado, transforma la forma en que servimos, damos y vivimos. El Pastor Ken ofrece sabiduría práctica para la libertad financiera mientras inspira una entrega más profunda a Dios. No te pierdas esta oportunidad de descubrir la alegría de la devoción de todo corazón.

This week, we take a pause in our Devoted series to reflect on the events of the last several weeks. In a season that seems beset by division and darkness, Pastor Marcus encourages us not to grow weary or defeated but to look to our true source of hope. The natural response when faced with suffering and evil is to succumb to a deep spiritual sickness, one that leads us to isolation and quarreling. Marcus challenges us to instead call upon the power of God, to seek his healing and restoration for our brokenness. Through illustrations and wisdom from Mark 9, he reveals how prayer and fasting—not arguing—are our supernatural weapons against spiritual darkness. We invite you and your group to consider taking these bold steps to engage spiritual warfare - Friday fasting and prayer for revival.

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Esta semana, hacemos una pausa en nuestra serie Devoted para reflexionar sobre los eventos de las últimas semanas. En una temporada que parece asediada por la división y la oscuridad, el Pastor Marcus nos anima a no cansarnos ni sentirnos derrotados, sino a mirar hacia nuestra verdadera fuente de esperanza. La respuesta natural al enfrentarse al sufrimiento y al mal de rendirse a una profunda enfermedad espiritual, una que nos lleva al aislamiento y a las disputas. Marcus nos desafía a, en cambio, invocar el poder de Dios, a buscar su sanación y restauración por nuestra quebrantamiento. A través de ilustraciones y sabiduría de Marcos 9, revela cómo la oración y el ayuno—no las discusiones—son nuestras armas sobrenaturales contra la oscuridad espiritual. Te invitamos a ti y a tu grupo a considerar dar estos audaces pasos para participar en la guerra espiritual - ayuno y oración el viernes por un avivamiento.