This sermon introduces the Book of Acts, focusing on the first five verses. Pastor Jim emphasizes that Acts was written by Luke, a Gentile physician who accompanied Paul on his missionary journeys, to document what happened after Jesus' ascension. The message highlights two key lessons: when God saves you, He intends to use you in His kingdom, and He baptizes you with the Holy Spirit to make you a new creation with power for ministry. The sermon contrasts self-reliance with Spirit-reliance, encouraging believers to understand their identity and calling through the power of the Holy Spirit rather than their own abilities.

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This sermon urges believers to choose between two paths as they enter 2026: the world's way or the way of worship. The world's path, marked by sin, selfishness, and materialism, leads to destruction. In contrast, the way of worship involves seeking God, understanding His Word, and serving others. Though the world's path seems easy, it leads to death, while the narrow way of worship, though disciplined, leads to life and peace. Pastor Brandon compares following God's Word to assembling a toy—both require attention to detail for the best outcome.

The sermon concludes with a call to evaluate which path we're on and commit to the way of worship through time in God's Word, seeking His will, and serving others. Serving deepens our love for God and others, transforming both the church and the community.

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This sermon highlights God’s providence in the Christmas story through the journey of the wise men who followed the star to find Jesus. It reveals how God sovereignly orchestrated events to guide, protect, and provide for the holy family—while also drawing unbelievers to worship the newborn King. The message reminds us that salvation begins with God’s gracious initiative and that His providence is still at work today, guiding, protecting, and sustaining the lives of those who trust in Him.

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This Christmas sermon highlights God’s providence in the birth of Jesus Christ. Pastor Jim reminds us that Christmas isn’t just about gifts and decorations, but about salvation through Emmanuel—God with us. The message traces how God prepared Mary and Joseph, orchestrating events from Gabriel’s announcement to Caesar’s census to bring them to Bethlehem. It also explores the miraculous conception, Jesus’ humble birth in a stable, and the angels’ announcement to the shepherds, showing God’s active role in human history.

The sermon concludes with three applications: trust God’s providence in your life, share His work through your testimony, and thank Him for His guidance. Pastor Jim emphasizes that salvation is by grace through faith and that God continues to work in believers’ lives today, just as He did in the Christmas story.

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This sermon highlights the resurrection of Jesus as the defining truth that sets Christianity apart from all other religions. Drawing from Mark 16 and John 20, Pastor Jim points to the empty tomb, eyewitness accounts, and Jesus’ post-resurrection appearances as evidence that He truly rose from the dead. The message affirms that the resurrection validates Jesus’ divinity and His power to forgive sins, heal hearts, and give eternal life to all who believe.

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This sermon reflects on the burial of Jesus Christ as recorded in Mark 15:40–47, underscoring that Jesus truly died and was not merely unconscious. It highlights the devotion of the women who witnessed the crucifixion and burial, Joseph of Arimathea’s courageous request for Jesus’ body, and the careful steps taken in the burial itself. Pastor Jim presents five key pieces of evidence for Jesus’ actual death: the witnesses at Golgotha who saw Him die, the Roman centurion’s official confirmation, Joseph’s preparation of His lifeless body with costly linen, the placement of the heavy stone sealing the tomb, and the reliable witnesses who observed the entire process. The sermon ultimately challenges believers to show similar courage in publicly declaring their faith, just as Joseph overcame his fear of the Sanhedrin to honor Jesus in death.

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This sermon focuses on the crucifixion of Jesus Christ as recorded in Mark 15:33-39, examining the profound theological significance of Christ's death. Pastor Jim explains how the darkness that covered the land during Jesus' crucifixion symbolized God's judgment being poured out on sin, and how Jesus' cry 'My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?' revealed the divine transaction taking place - the Father imputing our sin onto Jesus. The message emphasizes that Jesus was forsaken by the Father so that God could accept believers and that His death paid the full penalty for sin. The tearing of the temple curtain from top to bottom signified that God had opened the way for direct access to His presence, no longer requiring the mediation of priests.

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This sermon on Mark 15:20–32 traces Jesus’ path to Golgotha. Pastor Jim reflects on Simon of Cyrene being forced to carry Jesus’ cross, urging believers to stay ready for unexpected moments of service. He describes the crucifixion, noting that Jesus refused pain relief to fully bear the punishment for sin. The message shows how Jesus’ sacrifice fulfilled Old Testament prophecies, especially Isaiah 53, revealing that His death was God’s plan. Though Jesus could have called angels to rescue Him, He stayed on the cross to complete His atoning work. The sermon ends with the conversion of one thief, reminding listeners that it’s never too late for salvation.

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This sermon explores the concept of mockery through the lens of Jesus' suffering at the hands of Roman soldiers in Mark 15:16-20. Pastor Jim distinguishes between righteous mockery (as expressed by God against sin and evil) and sinful mockery (motivated by pride and intended to hurt rather than help). The soldiers mocked Jesus by disputing his confession as King, punishing him with pain through a crown of thorns, and expressing rejection of his identity. The message examines how fools mock important things like the gospel, the vulnerable, justice, self-restraint, authority, and God Himself, while warning believers to avoid aligning with ungodly mockers. The sermon concludes with practical applications about apologizing for sinful mockery, forgiving those who have mocked us, and learning to express righteous contempt for sin when appropriate.

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This sermon reflects on the dramatic shift in public opinion about Jesus, from the joyful shouts of “Hosanna!” on Palm Sunday to the painful cries of “Crucify him!” on Good Friday. Pastor Jim leads us through Mark 15:1–15, recounting Jesus’ trials before Pilate and the false accusations brought by the religious leaders. The message reminds us that Jesus was not condemned simply for being a wise or compassionate teacher, but because He boldly declared Himself to be God in the flesh. As we consider His quiet strength and silence before His accusers, we see the fulfillment of Isaiah’s prophecy of the suffering servant. Pastor Jim invites us to look inward, to reflect on our own hearts and the ways we respond to Jesus today. Do we stand with Him in faith, or do we sometimes turn away in fear or frustration? The service concludes with communion, a time to remember and give thanks for Christ’s sacrifice; His scourging, His cross, and His deep love that redeems us all.

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