You don’t drift into a godly life… you drift away from it.

No one wakes up and decides to walk away from God. It happens slowly step by step.

First, you walk with the wrong voices. Then you stand in compromise. Eventually… you settle down  in it. Psalm 1 exposes this progression—and shows how to stop the drift before it takes you further than you ever intended to go.

This message is for anyone who:

Feels spiritually stuck or inconsistent

Knows they should be growing—but aren’t

Wants stability in a world that feels unstable

 

In this message, you’ll discover:

Why not all advice is good—or godly

How sin quietly gains ground in your life

What it really means to delight in God’s Word

How to become rooted instead of restless

The difference between a life that flourishes and one that fades

 

One life is like a tree—strong, stable, fruitful. The other is like chaff—weightless, drifting, gone.

You are becoming something right now.

The question is: which path are you on?

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As we conclude our series on the Apostles’ Creed, we arrive at its final and most hopeful declaration: “the life everlasting.”

But that raises a critical question—how do you obtain eternal life?

In this message from Matthew 19:16–22, Pastor Roger Pettay  examines the encounter between Jesus and the rich young ruler—a man who came close, yet walked away lost.

This final message brings the entire Creed into focus, calling each of us to respond:

Will you receive eternal life  on God’s terms?

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What really happens when you die? Is eternity just “heaven”… or is there more?

In Part 16 of The Apostles’ Creed, Pastor Roger Pettay walks through one of the most important—and often misunderstood—truths of the Christian faith: the resurrection of the dead.

This message explores the full scope of God’s plan for humanity:

The three stages of existence: Life, After Life… and the Life After That

How our resurrection will be like Jesus’ resurrection

What Jesus was actually like after He rose from the dead

What your future resurrected body will be like (1 Corinthians 15)

What happens immediately after death (the intermediate state)

Why the story doesn’t end when you die

This is not just theology—it’s hope. Because the gospel doesn’t just promise life after death… it promises life after life after death.

“Death is swallowed up in victory… thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Corinthians 15:54–57, ESV)

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Pastor Roger Pettay continues our study through the Creed by answering a vital question:

What does it really mean to say, “I believe in the forgiveness of sins”?

In this message, we examine the holiness of God, the seriousness of our sin, and the incredible hope found in Jesus Christ. This is not shallow or partial forgiveness—it is full, complete, and offered through Christ alone.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Can my sins really be forgiven?”—this message is for you.

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What if the resurrection did not happen? 1 Corinthians 15:14-20 addresses this very clearly.

1: Preaching of the Gospel would be a waste of time [v.14a].

2: Faith in Christ would be worthless [v.14b].

3: The Disciples and all preachers would be liars [v.15].

4: All men would still be in their sin [v.17]

5: All dead believers would have eternally perished - (death would have won) [v.18]

6: Christians would be the most pitiful people on earth [v.19].

Join us as Pastor Roger Pettay illustrates this message of hope and truth on Resurrection Sunday. 

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Is church optional for the Christian?

Many people today say, “I love Jesus, but I don't do church.”

But the Bible paints a very different picture.

In Part 14B of The Creed Series, Pastor Roger Pettay continues sharing six powerful biblical reasons every believer needs to belong to a local church. The church isn’t perfect…but it is still God’s plan for His people.

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Is church optional for the Christian?

Many people today say, “I love Jesus, but I don’t do church.”

But the Bible paints a very different picture.

In Part 14 of The Creed Series, Pastor Roger Pettay shares six powerful biblical reasons every believer needs to belong to a local church. The church isn’t perfect…but it is still God’s plan for His people.

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Join us as Pastor Roger Pettay continues The Creed Series with a message on one of the most misunderstood subjects in the church — the Holy Spirit.

Is He just a force?

An emotional experience?

Or is He fully God — personal, powerful, and actively at work today?

At Exalt Church, we call our approach Radical Balance — biblical, Christ-centered, and free from extremes. We don’t ignore the Holy Spirit… and we don’t sensationalize Him either.

Come discover:

Who the Holy Spirit truly is

What His role is in your life

What the “unpardonable sin” really means

And why His mission is always to point us to Jesus

If you’ve ever had questions about the Holy Spirit, this message is for you.

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In Part 12 of the Creed Series Pastor Roger  Pettay explorers if 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18 is really describing a secret rapture — or something far more public, powerful, and hope-filled?

In this message, we take a careful, gracious look at one of the most discussed passages in the New Testament. Rather than a quiet disappearance of believers, the text reveals a thunderous, victorious return of Jesus Christ: the resurrection of the dead, the gathering of His people, and the royal welcome of a conquering King.

With pastoral clarity and deep biblical insight drawn from decades of study, this teaching explores the original language, historical context, and the whole counsel of Scripture to show why Paul’s emphasis is not escape from the earth — but the renewal of creation and eternal life with Christ.

If you have ever wondered:

• What happens to believers who have died?

• Will Christians be “taken away” — or raised to welcome the returning King?

• What do the trumpet, archangel, and “meeting in the air” really mean?

• How should this passage comfort grieving hearts?

This message will ground you in a hope that is not speculative, but deeply biblical.

Jesus is not sneaking back — He is returning as King.

“Therefore encourage one another with these words.” — 1 Thessalonians 4:18

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In The Blessing – Part 3, Pastor Roger Pettay continues to unpack Numbers 6:22–27 and reveals the powerful truth behind the Aaronic Blessing: You are not blessed because life is easy — you are blessed because Christ is enough. 

If you’re walking through uncertainty, loss, or fear, this message will remind you that God’s face still shines on His people, His eyes are still on you, and His peace still rests on those who trust Him. 

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