Pastor Alan Pastian

Every puzzle piece connects — not by its tabs (strengths), but by its blanks (weaknesses). It’s the spaces where we lack that allow connection, grace, and God’s power to fit perfectly. The Blanks, Pastor Alan reminds us that our weaknesses don’t disqualify us — they position us. Through the story of Gideon in Judges 6–7, we see that God meets us in our insecurity, redefines our strength, and uses our “blanks” to build His bigger picture.

TEXT:

Judges 6–7, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Judges 6:14, Psalm 139:23–24, 1 Peter 2:9, Joshua 1:9

NOTES:

Big Idea: Your weakness doesn’t disqualify you — it’s where God’s strength fits perfectly.

Practical Actions:

-Identify Your Whine Press — What fear or excuse is holding you back?

-Declare Who God Says You Are — Replace “I am the least” with “God is with me.”

-Go in the Strength You Have — Take one small faith step this week.

-Invite God Into Your Blanks — Pray: “Lord, fill my blanks with Your grace.”

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Pastor Andy Cass

A puzzle that’s 99.9% finished is still 100% frustrating — because one missing piece changes everything. You are meant to be placed in the puzzle, a unique and essential piece in the beautiful picture God is putting together. Every piece matters. Every person has purpose. God has entrusted each of us with something valuable; time, gifts, opportunities, and influence. He expects us to use them faithfully.

TEXT

Matthew 25:14–19, Matthew 25:21, Matthew 7:11, 2 Corinthians 9:8, James 5:16, Isaiah 55:11, Philippians 1:6, 1 Samuel 3:10

NOTES:

BIG IDEA: God’s goal for your life(and leadership) is to be Productive, Effective, Successful, and Finished.

-Productive in purpose

-Effective in impact

-Successful in obedience

-Finished in faith.

Big Question:

How can I be considered “the good and faithful servant?”

The Plan:

-Leverage your strengths.

-Identify your strengths.

-What if God could use your S.H.A.P.E.? (Eric Rees)

-Use your strengths in community — Echo Church, work, school, family.

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You are meant to be part of something bigger — a piece in the beautiful picture God is putting together. In this message, Tabs and Blanks: Placed in the Puzzle, every person has a place, a purpose, and a design that fits perfectly within God’s plan.

Pastor Andy Cass

TEXT:

Matthew 18:1–5;Matthew 15:10; Mark 8:34; Matthew 10:1; Romans 12:6; 1 Samuel 3:10

NOTES:

Question- Where are you in this? Where are you in this progression?

Child → Crowd → Disciple → More Like Jesus.

"Think about the puzzle piece — every puzzle piece has tabs and blanks, parts that connect and parts that need connection. God made you that way on purpose. Your strengths are meant to bless others, and your weaknesses create space for others to fit in."

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Pastor Andy Cass

Kids are naturally bold—honest, unfiltered, and fearless. Somewhere along the way, though, we lose that sense of daring faith. In Bold Go, Bold Stay, we’re reminded that boldness isn’t just about personality or volume; it’s about posture—a Spirit-led conviction rooted in God’s Word. Through Acts 17, we watch Paul and Silas live boldly and proclaim truth, even when it meant chaos, opposition, and risk. They went where God sent them, spoke what God gave them, and stood firm in the face of fear. Whether God calls you to go or stay, boldness begins with immediate obedience and continues with faithful endurance.

Big Bold Idea:

We’re here today because someone before us loved and lived the Bible boldly — and was led by His Spirit.

Supporting Scriptures: Acts 17:2–10; 2 Timothy 4:1–2; Ephesians 6:4; Luke 12:4; Romans 10:15–16

Notes:

Five Words That Shape Boldness-

Arrival – Bold is to Go. Boldness begins with a yes. It’s immediate obedience — moving when God says “go,” not when you feel ready.

Method – Bold is to Know. Know His Word, His Voice, and who you are in light of His truth. Boldness isn’t recklessness — it’s preparedness with purpose.

Outcome – Bold is to Grow. What kind of fruit is your life producing? Boldness leads to growth in faith, character, and influence.

Effect – Bold Won’t Please Everyone. True boldness doesn’t always draw applause. Sometimes it stirs opposition — but obedience matters more than approval.

Departure – Bold Goes, Bold Stays. It takes courage to step out, and just as much courage to stay planted. Boldness is following the Spirit — whether He sends or settles you.

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This week’s message features three voices from our Echo Church community — Ron Ferguson, Marc Becker, and Bethany Von Steinbergs — each sharing powerful 10-minute messages on courage, calling, and how God works through ordinary people.

From Moses, David, and the disciples, we see that God has always chosen imperfect people to accomplish His perfect plans. Each story reminds us that bold faith isn’t about having it all together — it’s about trusting the One who does.

Key Themes:

God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things.

Boldness often grows in the middle of insecurity, fear, or failure.

God shows up and speaks to us in the everyday, mundane moments of life.

Immediate obedience is the mark of true boldness — saying yes before we see the outcome.

The real question isn’t if God is calling — it’s what’s preventing you from following?

Call to Action:

Step out of hesitation and into obedience. God’s not waiting for perfection — He’s inviting participation.

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Portia Allen

Your passion for reading God’s Word shapes your life more than you realize. The Bible isn’t just ancient text—it’s a living anchor for bold living today.

In Bold and Bible, Portia Allen shares how a growing love for Scripture fuels courage, conviction, and Spirit-led living. We explore Ephesians 6, where Paul—an “ambassador in chains”—prays not for comfort, but for courage. From the Book of Acts to our everyday lives, we see how the Holy Spirit empowers ordinary believers to speak truth, love deeply, and live boldly.

Text: Ephesians 6:19–20, Romans 10:15–16, Acts 18:1–3; 24–28, Acts 19:1–7, Acts 1:4–8, John 16:13–14, Ephesians 1:13

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Two thousand years ago, Jesus lived, died, rose again, and sent His Spirit to embolden His followers. Two thousand years later, the same Spirit still empowers His people — and Echo Church is part of that story. This message, Ambassadors, calls us to rediscover what it means to live with courage and conviction in a culture of compromise. We are not spectators of faith — we are participants, proclaimers, and ambassadors of Christ.

The Apostle Paul, even while chained in prison, prayed for the courage to speak boldly as he must — not as he might. That same calling is ours today: to live the Word, love the world, and lead others with Spirit-led boldness.

Pastor Andy Cass

Supporting Scriptures: Ephesians 6:19–20; 2 Corinthians 5:20; Acts 1–2; Romans 10:14–15; Matthew 4:4

NOTES:

Big Bold Idea: Echo Church exists today because someone before us loved and lived the Bible boldly — and was led by His Spirit.

We are called to be bold — not reckless, but Spirit-led; not arrogant, but anchored in truth. The same power that filled the early church fuels us today. Boldness is not optional for ambassadors of Christ — it’s essential.

We are called to be Builders, Bearers, and Beacons: A city on a hill cannot be hidden — we shine for a purpose.

BOLD is not just a FONT:

F – Fad → Boldness isn’t a fad; it’s a lifestyle.

O – Opinion → Boldness isn’t arrogance or pride; it’s rooted in truth and humility, not just feelings or ideas.

N – Noise → Boldness isn’t noise-making; it’s Spirit-led, strategic words and actions.

T - Tyranny — not an attempt to control, not a weapon, not a way to secure our own safety. Boldness is love in action.

Closing Reflection

For eighty generations, followers of Jesus have carried the Gospel forward. From Paul’s prison cell to Martin Luther’s reformation, bold believers have risked everything so that we might hold the Word of God in our hands today. There are over six billion Bibles in print — may yours not sit silent on a shelf, but speak boldly through your life.

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Welcome to At the Movies! Because this series uses copyrighted movie clips, most of the message and service cannot be shown online. However, we’ve included a portion of worship for you to enjoy wherever you are.

We’d love for you to join us in person for the full service and our next message series that is called BOLD & BIBLE. Until then, may this time of worship refresh and encourage you today.

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Welcome to At the Movies! Because this series uses copyrighted movie clips, most of the message and service cannot be shown online. However, we’ve included a portion of worship for you to enjoy wherever you are.

We’d love for you to join us in person for the full At the Movies experience — it’s the best way to see it all. Until then, may this time of worship refresh and encourage you today.

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Pastor Andy

In a world that feels divided and heavy, how do we keep moving forward in faith? This week’s At the Movies message is a prequel to mission: the Co-Mission. We look at Matthew 28, where Jesus gathers His disciples—worshippers and doubters alike—and sends them on the greatest mission ever given. The good news? Doubt doesn’t disqualify us. Jesus still calls and commissions us. Just like Moses wrestled with fear in Exodus 4, we too can feel unqualified, uncertain, and tempted to step back. But Jesus’ words are clear: “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go…”

Supporting Scriptures: Matthew 28:16–20; 1 Corinthians 10:13 — God

Key Themes & Takeaways:

BIG IDEA -We think doubt disqualifies us, but Jesus sends doubters. All authority belongs to Him, He is always with us, and He will teach us what to say.

Doubt doesn’t disqualify you—Jesus sends you anyway.

Three promises to carry:

All authority belongs to Him.

He is always with me.

He will teach me what to say.

Evangelism isn’t about pity, guilt, or obligation—it’s about genuine love and invitation.

The prayer that reframes it: “God, give us eyes to see people the way You do.”

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