In this powerful Midweek Encounter, we dive into the story of Hagar in Genesis 16—a story of pain, impatience, and broken human decisions, yet met by the overwhelming mercy of God. When Sarai and Abram took matters into their own hands, striving to fulfill God’s promise their own way, it led to division, rejection, and deep suffering for Hagar, who fled into the wilderness feeling unseen and abandoned. But it was there, in her lowest moment, that the angel of the Lord met her and revealed a profound truth: God hears and God sees. Hagar encounters the living God and calls Him “the God who sees me,” reminding us that even when we feel overlooked, mistreated, or forgotten, the Lord is fully aware of our pain and intimately involved in our story. Tying into Matthew 6 and 10, we’re reminded that our Father knows our needs before we ask and values us far beyond what we can comprehend—even down to the smallest details of our lives. This message calls us to trust God’s timing, surrender control, and rest in the assurance that we are never unseen, unheard, or unloved.

In this bold and eye-opening message, Pastor Josiah Elias unpacks the moment Jesus cleansed the temple in Matthew 21, revealing that sometimes divine cleansing doesn’t look peaceful—it looks like disruption. What appeared to be chaos was actually Jesus restoring what was sacred, confronting a system that had turned God’s house into a place of profit instead of prayer. Drawing from Jeremiah 7 and Isaiah 56, this sermon exposes the danger of mixing worship with selfish gain and challenges believers to examine their own hearts: have we made room for God, or have we replaced intimacy with performance? As Jesus overturns tables, He also heals the broken and welcomes the overlooked, showing that true revival makes space for purity, prayer, and presence. With powerful insight, Pastor Josiah reminds us that what Jesus says must matter—and often, it’s the least expected voices, like children, who carry the clearest revelation of His kingdom.

Step into a powerful message from Pastor Josiah Elias on Jehovah Tsidkenu—“The Lord Our Righteousness”—where the promise of Jeremiah 23 meets the fulfillment in Jesus Christ. This sermon unpacks how Jesus, the righteous Branch, became the Lamb who takes away the sin of the world, inviting us not just to be forgiven, but transformed. Through the lens of John 15, Romans 6, and Galatians 2:20, you’ll discover what it truly means to be crucified with Christ, made new, and empowered by the Holy Spirit to walk in righteousness—not by striving, but by abiding. This message calls believers to leave behind the old life, resist sin’s grip, and fully embrace their identity as sons and daughters clothed in Christ, carrying His righteousness into the world as ambassadors of reconciliation.

In this powerful and eye-opening message, Pastor Greg Hendricks unpacks the journey of spiritual maturity and the ongoing sanctifying work of walking with God. Centered on the moment after the resurrection when Jesus appears to two disciples on the road—one named Cleopas and the other unnamed—this sermon reveals how easily pain, disappointment, and unmet expectations can blind us to the very presence of Christ walking beside us. Though Jesus had already secured the victory, they couldn’t see Him for who He was. Pastor Greg highlights how Jesus patiently revealed the Scriptures to them, showing that their confusion wasn’t just emotional—it was rooted in a lack of understanding and belief in what had already been spoken through the prophets. This message is a call to trust God’s timing, anchor yourself in His Word, and recognize that even in moments of doubt, Jesus is closer than you think, leading you deeper into maturity and truth.

Discover the powerful revelation of the Lord as Jehovah Tsidkenu—The Lord Our Righteousness in this convicting and hope-filled message. Through the prophetic words of Jeremiah, we see a world corrupted by false voices, compromised leaders, and hearts led astray—yet in the middle of darkness, God promises a coming King, the righteous Branch, who will reign in truth, justice, and holiness. This episode unpacks how that promise is fulfilled in Jesus—the true Vine—who not only calls us into righteousness but becomes our righteousness. From the fire of God’s Word that shatters deception to the invitation to abide in Him and bear lasting fruit, this message will challenge you to discern truth, reject compromise, and remain deeply rooted in Christ. You are not made righteous by your striving, but by abiding in the One who is righteous—Jehovah Tsidkenu.

Can I Get a Witness? — Pastor Josiah Elias delivers a powerful reminder that the resurrection of Jesus is the foundation of our faith and the source of life-changing transformation. He emphasizes that Christianity isn’t merely information but testimony: the risen Christ brings freedom from depression, addiction, adultery, and despair, proving His reality through transformed lives. Pastor Josiah underscores that Jesus’ death and resurrection were God’s redemptive plan—confirmed by Scripture, miracles, and eyewitness testimony—and that the joy of the cross was ultimately for our salvation and restoration.

Filled with the Holy Spirit, believers are called to be bold witnesses of Jesus “in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Using the recent miraculous recovery of his cousin Danny—brought back to life after being shocked seventy times—as a living sign of revival, Pastor Josiah challenges the church to live aligned with Christ as salt and light. May an encounter with the living Jesus reshape our lives so we can testify to His power, mercy, and resurrection.

Step into a powerful Holy Week message with Britnee & Justin Lacuesta as they unpack what it truly means to die to self and live a life of sacrificial love. Through the example of Christ on the cross, we are reminded that even in His deepest suffering, He chose forgiveness, mercy, and service—showing us a higher way to live. This sermon invites you to lay down pride, pain, and past wounds, and discover the freedom that comes from surrendering fully to Jesus. As we align our hearts with His, we learn that healing begins where self ends—and that true freedom is found in forgiving others just as Christ forgave us, even while He was still on the cross.

On Palm Sunday we explored how Jesus wins by humility, not force.

Pastor Josiah unpacked Matthew 21, Luke 19 and Zechariah 9:9: the King rode a donkey to confront sin and death, not Rome. His humility models a different kind of victory—God’s conquering power comes through peace, not pride. Practical application: examine your conflicts (work, family, neighbors), your goals in them, and consider humility, reconciliation, and service instead of winning.

Illustrations and encouragement: a personal reconciliation story, the LORD as Jehovah Shalom (our peace), Peter walking on the water when focused on Jesus, and Romans 16:20’s promise that God will ultimately crush evil. Final call: lay down status and pride, follow Christ’s humble example, and let your life praise Him.

Scripture highlights: Matthew 21; Luke 19; Zechariah 9:9; John 12; Romans 16:20; James 4:6.

Read more about the service here: https://www.faithchapelsd.com/post/red-letters-conquering-humility-3-29-26-pastor-josiah-elias

This episode explores the powerful name **Jehovah Sabaoth—“The Lord of Hosts,” the God of Heaven’s armies—**revealing Him as both a tender listener and a mighty warrior. Through Hannah’s anguish in 1 Samuel, we see that the Lord of Hosts is deeply personal, attentive to the cries of the broken, and faithful to remember and respond. Yet in David’s bold declaration and Jehoshaphat’s victory, we encounter the same God as the Commander of angel armies, fighting battles His people cannot win on their own. Jehovah Sabaoth is the One who invites us to surrender, worship, and trust, knowing the battle belongs to Him—His zeal secures victory, His presence brings peace, and His power establishes His purposes. If God is for us, no force can stand against us.

Experience a powerful NexGen service filled with passionate worship led by the next generation, as young voices boldly lift up the name of Yahweh and encounter His presence. In this message, “The Stories We Tell,” Pastor Michel unpacks Revelation 12:11, revealing the three defining stories every believer carries: the Gospel, our personal testimony, and a life fully surrendered to Christ. Through biblical truth, personal testimony, and dynamic storytelling, this sermon reminds us that the blood of Jesus, the power of our story, and unwavering faith in trials are what overcome the enemy. Be encouraged to declare the Gospel over your life, boldly share what God has done for you, and stand firm knowing that every storm is strengthening you for His glory.