Elevation Point Church

Life is moving—days become weeks, weeks become years—but are we fully awake to what God has called us to do? In “Raise the Lights,” we explore Ephesians 5:8–14 and its urgent call: “Wake up, sleeper!” Following Jesus means more than resting in the assurance of heaven; it means living with purpose here on earth. We were once darkness, but now we are light in the Lord, called to reflect His goodness, expose what hides in the shadows, and shine His truth into the world around us. It’s time to stop sleeping through our calling, rise in the light of Christ, and raise the lights!

What do you do when you’re doing good but still waiting to see results? In “You Can’t Fake Fruit,” part of our Out of the Shadows series, we explore Galatians 6:7–9 and the connection between what we sow and what we reap. Sometimes we need patience to trust God’s timing. Other times, we need an honest look at what we’ve been planting. This message challenges us to examine our motives, keep doing good when we’re weary, and trust that the harvest comes at God’s proper time—not ours.

In Luke 17:11–19, Jesus heals all ten men, yet only one returns to give God praise, leading Jesus to ask the piercing question, “Where are the other nine?” In this final message from the *Questions God Asks* series, discover how faith closes the gap, takes the step, and finishes well. Your situation may look hopeless, and others may have given up on you—but when Jesus shows up, everything can change. Don’t receive the blessing and forget the One who gave it. Ten were cleansed, but only one came back.

In “What Do You Want Me to Do?”, we explore the powerful encounter between Jesus and two blind men in Matthew 20:29–34. Although they couldn’t see Jesus, they heard He was passing by and recognized that this was their moment. When the crowd tried to silence them, they cried out even louder—and Jesus stopped. If disappointment after disappointment or delay after delay has left you discouraged, this message will challenge you not to give up, lose faith, or stop showing up. Position yourself where Jesus is moving, persist when others try to silence you, and be honest about what you need—because one encounter with Jesus can change everything.

In “Blessed, But Bitter,” we explore God’s challenging question to Jonah: *“Is it right for you to be angry about the plant?”* (Jonah 4:9). Like Jonah, we often celebrate when God provides but become frustrated when the blessing disappears, forgetting who provided it in the first place. This sermon from Jonah 4:6–10 challenges us to examine whether we are pursuing God’s blessings more than God’s presence. Miracles and blessings should be celebrated, but they should never become our primary pursuit. Whether God performs the miracle we desire or chooses a different path, He is still good, faithful, and worthy of our worship.

Have you ever been so focused on what you didn’t have that you overlooked what was already in your hand? We tell ourselves we would step out if we had more confidence, more ability, more resources, or fewer problems. It’s easy to mistake feeling unprepared for actually being unequipped. Moses felt that tension too. When God called him, Moses immediately focused on everything that could go wrong—but God redirected his attention to something ordinary he had been carrying all along. Because often, the question isn’t whether God has given us something to use; it’s whether we recognize its value and are willing to trust Him with it. Today, God’s question to Moses becomes His question to us: “What is that in your hand?” Because whatever God has allowed you to carry is far too important to waste.

Life and faith are a race—and every race comes with obstacles, setbacks, and moments when quitting feels completely justified. We all face different hindrances, but they often have the same goal: to wear us down until we stop moving forward. In Hebrews 12:1–3, we’re reminded that having a reason to quit doesn’t mean we have to quit. When we’re tired, discouraged, or struggling to see how we can keep going, Jesus gives us the perfect example of endurance. In “Too Far to Quit,” we’ll discover how to lay aside what’s weighing us down, fix our eyes on Jesus, and find the strength to keep running the race God has placed before us. You may be weary, but your race isn’t over. You’ve come too far to quit now.

Have you ever wondered why storms seem to show up right after some of your greatest spiritual moments? In Mark 4:35–41, the disciples go from spending an incredible day learning from Jesus to fighting for their lives in the middle of a violent storm. Even with Jesus in the boat, fear overwhelms them. It's a reminder that faith doesn't make us immune to life's storms, and God's presence doesn't always mean the waves will immediately stop. When the places we thought were safe begin taking on water, when hope feels distant, and when worry seems louder than faith, it's easy to wonder if God sees us at all. But Jesus' silence isn't indifference—it's confidence. He knows what the disciples couldn't yet see: one storm doesn't define the story. In this message, "The Storm Isn't the Story," discover how Jesus brings peace in the middle of chaos, why you can trust Him even when life doesn't look the way you expected, and how God can use your hardest seasons to reveal His power and strengthen your faith. The storm may be real, but it doesn't get the final word.

Waiting on God can be one of the hardest parts of following Him. In Genesis 16:1–10, Abram and Sarai receive a promise from God, but when the fulfillment doesn't come as quickly as they expect, they take matters into their own hands—creating pain, conflict, and consequences they never imagined. Yet even in the middle of their self-made mess, God shows up with grace, purpose, and a plan that was never derailed. This message reminds us that while our impatience can complicate the journey, it cannot cancel God's faithfulness. If you've ever wondered whether you've made too many mistakes, gotten ahead of God, or taken a detour that feels impossible to recover from, this sermon will encourage you with the truth that God is still at work. He doesn't waste our failures—He weaves them into His greater story. When God is writing the story, even the chapters we wish we could erase can ultimately declare: It's All Good.