John the Baptist’s call to repentance in Luke 3 wasn’t just for his original audience—it’s a message for us, too. As we prepare our hearts during the Advent season, Pastor Mark Groen explores what it means to bear fruit in keeping with repentance. It’s not about polished appearances or hollow rituals. It’s about transformation that reflects the work of the Holy Spirit.📖 Passage: Luke 3:1–17🕊️ Theme: Repentance that leads to real change🪵 Big Idea: God desires genuine transformation, not outward polish.

In this Advent sermon from 1 Thessalonians 3:9–13, Pastor Mark Groen encourages us to consider what it means to prepare our hearts for Christ’s return. True preparation involves more than seasonal sentiment—it’s about thanksgiving for God's faithfulness, prayer for spiritual growth, and a pursuit of holiness rooted in love. This message challenges us to live a life that is ready for the coming of our King, not by appearance, but by transformation.

In this Thanksgiving message from 1 Chronicles 29:10–22, Pastor Mark Groen explores David’s prayer of praise and the people’s joyful generosity. As the temple preparations unfold, we’re reminded that every good and perfect gift comes from God. In a culture that often celebrates self-sufficiency, this passage reorients our hearts toward gratitude, worship, and faithful giving. Join us as we reflect on how grateful hearts lead to generous hands, and how our thanksgiving must overflow in sacrificial worship to the One who provides all things.

In this sermon from Revelation 7, Pastor Mark explores the beautiful vision of the sealed people of God. Amid judgment and tribulation, this chapter reveals the assurance and comfort believers have through Christ. We are reminded that the Lamb secures our salvation, and we are called to worship with joy as those who are sealed for eternity. Whether you've faced hardship, loss, or uncertainty, this passage assures us: the Lamb will guide us, shelter us, and wipe away every tear. Join us as we reflect on this powerful truth and rehearse for the eternal praise that awaits us.

When the earth quakes and the sky vanishes like a scroll, who can stand in the face of God’s judgment? In Revelation 6, John gives a sobering vision of divine wrath poured out upon the world—and a pressing question closes the chapter: “Who can stand?” Pastor Mark Groen walks us through this chapter with gospel clarity, reminding us that the only refuge in judgment is Christ, the Lamb who was slain. Judgment is real, but so is the mercy of God for those who flee to Christ. This sermon will help you fix your eyes on the throne and the Lamb in a shaking world.

In Revelation 5, the apostle John takes us into the throne room of heaven, where the question is asked: “Who is worthy to open the scroll?” Pastor Mark Groen walks us through the dramatic moment when no one is found worthy—until the Lamb appears. Through this powerful passage, we are drawn into the anthem of heaven: “Worthy is the Lamb who was slain.” This message calls us to avert our gaze from the temporary things of earth and join the eternal worship of our risen Redeemer.

In Revelation 4, the Apostle John is invited to see what lies beyond earthly struggle—a vision of God’s throne that reorients our perspective and anchors our hope. In this sermon, Pastor Mark Groen walks us through the stunning imagery of heaven’s throne room, drawing connections to Old Testament visions and explaining how God’s sovereignty and holiness shape our endurance and worship today. Amid fear, persecution, or anxiety, this passage reminds us to lift our eyes to the One who reigns above all.

What sustains you in times of weakness? Where do you turn when temptation comes? In this powerful sermon, Pastor Mark opens Matthew 4 to show us how Jesus, in the wilderness, faced the very temptations we do—but instead of leaning on His own strength, He wielded the Word of God.Drawing from both Matthew 4 and Deuteronomy 8, we see that Scripture is not just informative, it's nourishing and essential. Like daily bread, it feeds our souls and fortifies us for faithful living. We are challenged not to treat the Bible as an optional supplement but as our spiritual lifeline.Scripture References: Matthew 4:1–11 and Deuteronomy 8:1–10

Is the Bible too hard to understand? In a world full of conflicting voices and endless confusion, it's easy to wonder whether we can actually hear and understand what God is saying. In this third sermon in the Words of Life series, Pastor Mark preaches from Psalm 119 and other passages to show us that God's Word is not only trustworthy—it’s clear, accessible, and life-giving.This message unpacks the doctrine of the clarity of Scripture, reminding us that the Bible is not a mystery for the elite but a light for all of God’s people. With the Holy Spirit as our guide, the Word of God shows us how to live, grow in holiness, and walk in faith—even in a dark and noisy world.📖 Sermon Texts: Psalm 119:105–112, Deuteronomy 30:11–14, and 2 Peter 1:16–21

What makes something truly enough? In a culture of endless upgrades, add-ons, and spiritual shortcuts, it can be hard to believe that anything is truly sufficient. But Scripture declares otherwise. The Word of God is not only authoritative—it is complete. In this second sermon from our Words of Life series, Pastor Mark helps us see that we don’t need to add anything to God’s Word to be saved, to live a holy life, or to worship in a way that honors Him.Drawing from Romans 10, Psalm 119, and Deuteronomy 12, this message explores how the Bible speaks with finality about our salvation, shapes our everyday lives with holiness, and guides our worship without innovation or compromise.📖 Scripture References: Romans 10:5–17, Psalm 119:9–16, and Deuteronomy 12:29–13:5