What if God could use your greatest trials to accomplish something far greater than you can imagine?

Suffering is an unavoidable part of life. Whether it's financial hardship, a broken relationship, an unexpected diagnosis, or the loss of someone we love, we all experience seasons that leave us asking, "Where is God in all of this?"

But Scripture reminds us that God is neither absent from our suffering nor indifferent to our pain.

In this final message of our Anchored series, Pastor Justin Meyer walks us through 1 Peter 3:13–18, revealing how the Gospel transforms our suffering, gives our pain a greater purpose, and equips us to become a source of hope for others.

Most importantly, we're reminded that Jesus doesn't just see our suffering. He understands it. He entered into it. And through His death and resurrection, He has secured the promise that one day, suffering will be no more.

Whether you're in the middle of a storm, preparing for one, or walking alongside someone who is hurting, this message will encourage you to anchor your soul in the hope of Jesus Christ!

Justin Meyer

1 Peter 3:13-18

Anchored: Refreshing Truths for Weary Souls

September 20, 2026

How can we find real relief from our anxieties?

A recent CDC stat shows that 1 in 5 Americans have been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder—not to mention the countless others who are still suffering in silence.

We all know what it’s like to worry. Our health, our children, our finances, our relationships, our future—there’s no shortage of things that can weigh heavily on our hearts and minds. But what do we do when those worries begin to consume us?

What role does faith have to play in all this? Does God’s Word have anything to say about it?

In Philippians 4:5–9, Paul speaks directly into the anxious heart and shows us how the presence and promises of God can reshape the way we respond to the worries we carry!

In this message, Pastor Dan walks through four practical, biblical steps toward finding real relief from anxiety—and experiencing the peace of God that surpasses all understanding in the midst of it.

If you’re struggling with anxiety, or walking alongside someone who is, this message is for you!

Dan Dameron

Philippians 4:5-9

Anchored: Refreshing Truths for Weary Souls

September 13, 2026

What were you made for?

In a world that tells us to look within to discover who we are, Scripture points us somewhere better—to the One who made us!

In this message from Ephesians 2:10, Pastor Dennis Lutz unpacks what it means to be God’s workmanship, uniquely designed and created in Christ for good works. 

Discover how knowing your Designer, understanding His design, and walking in His purpose can bring clarity to who you are, where you fit, and how God is calling you to live.

Dennis Lutz

Ephesians 2:10

Anchored: Refreshing Truths for Weary Souls

September 6, 2026

Have you ever been so consumed with the busyness of life that your time with Jesus slowly fell to the wayside?

The deadlines, to-do lists, responsibilities, family, and endless demands on our time aren’t necessarily bad things. In fact, many of them are good things. But even good things can become bad things when they keep us from the One we need most.

In Luke 10:38–42 we encounter a woman named Martha loved Jesus, welcomed Jesus, and served Jesus—yet became so consumed with doing things for Him that she nearly missed the joy of simply being with Him.

In this message, Pastor Dan helps us see Jesus’ invitation to weary souls: not to work harder, but to sit at His feet and find our rest in Him.

Because it’s time spent with Jesus is what sustains a life lived for Jesus.

Prayer isn't a performance—it’s your lifeline.  As we wrap up our 5-month series through the Book of Ephesians, Pastor Justin Meyer breaks down how we actually live out a countercultural, "Living Faith."

Spoiler: It’s not by being a solo soldier or trying harder in your own strength. It's sustained through Spirit-led prayer.

Justin Meyer

Ephesians 6:18-24

Living Faith

August 23, 2026

Following Jesus doesn’t mean the battle is over. Sometimes, it means you finally realize you’re in one.

Temptation comes. Doubts creep in. Relationships become strained. Trials test your faith. And there are seasons when you genuinely wonder: Do I have what it takes to keep going?

In Ephesians 6:10–17, Paul pulls back the curtain on the spiritual battle taking place around us and answers an incredibly important question: How do I stand firm in the faith?

In this message, Pastor Dan explores where our strength comes from, who our real enemy is, and how God has equipped us to withstand his attacks.

When you feel tired, discouraged, tempted, or overwhelmed by the fight, you don’t have to retreat.

God has given you everything you need to stand.

Dan Dameron

Ephesians 6:10-17

Living Faith

August 16, 2026

Did you know the average person spends 1/3 of their waking lives working?

That means whether you love what you do, struggle to make it through the week, or find yourself somewhere in between, the way you approach your work matters.

So as followers of Jesus, how exactly should we approach our work?

In message from Ephesians 6:5–9, Pastor Dan explores how the gospel transforms the way we view our work—who we’re really working for, where we find our worth, and how even the most ordinary work can become an act of worship!

Dan Dameron

Ephesians 6:5-9

Living Faith

August 9, 2026

How do we raise children who become followers of Christ rather than products of our culture?

In Ephesians 6:1–4, the Apostle Paul paints a radically different picture of the Christian family. Rather than simply producing well-behaved children, God calls parents to raise lifelong disciples who know, love, and obey Christ.

In this message, Pastor Dennis explores what biblical obedience really looks like, why honoring parents matters, and how moms and dads can intentionally shape their homes around God's Word instead of the values of the world.

Whether you're raising young children, investing in the next generation, or simply seeking to grow as a follower of Jesus yourself, this message will challenge you to build a home where Christ—not culture—is the greatest influence.

Dennis Lutz

Ephesian 6:1-4

Living Faith

August 2, 2026

Marriage wasn’t designed to be a competition of power or a contract where we only give as much as we get. In Ephesians 5, Paul reveals that earthly marriage is actually a living, breathing shadow of the Gospel—a picture of Christ’s unconditional, sacrificial love for His Church!

Whether you are married, single, dating, widowed, or divorced, how we approach our human relationships reveals how we view our Heavenly Father.

In this sermon Pastor Justin helps us see that when we stop measuring what our spouse owes us and start reflecting what Jesus has already given us, our homes transform from places of friction into places of rest!

Justin Meyer

Ephesians 5:21-33

Living Faith

July 26, 2026

Everyone gets one life—but how do you make sure you don't waste it?

Every day we make countless decisions that shape the direction of our lives. In a world filled with distractions, temptations, and endless opportunities to settle for less than God's best, how can we be sure we're investing our lives in what truly matters?

In this sermon, Pastor Dan walks through Ephesians 5:15–20 and shows us how God calls His people to live wisely by carefully examining the direction of their lives, refusing the counterfeit escapes that leave us empty, and by relying on the Holy Spirit for the strength to walk faithfully.

If you've ever wondered whether you're making the most of the life God has given you, this message will challenge and encourage you to stop wasting your life and start investing your life in what lasts forever.

Dan Dameron

Ephesians 5:15-20

Living Faith

July 19, 2026