Freedom Church

In this message Pastor J.R. explains the biblical principle of sowing and reaping, emphasizing that in life you reap what you sow. He teaches that this principle applies to every area of life—attitudes, generosity, forgiveness, and kindness—not just finances. The message highlights that when people sow good things like grace, generosity, and forgiveness, those same qualities are reproduced and multiplied in their lives. Pastor J.R. also stresses that harvests often come later than the planting, encouraging people not to grow weary in doing good because God brings the harvest in His timing. He concludes by reminding listeners that generosity is not about losing something but about planting a seed that God can multiply.

In this message Pastor J.R. teaches the biblical principle of “First Things First,” explaining that God gave first—demonstrated through Christ’s sacrifice—so believers are called to honor God with the first portion of their lives and resources. He connects passages from Romans, Colossians, Corinthians, and Exodus to show that the firstborn and firstfruits belong to God and represent a redemptive principle. Using the example from Exodus, he explains that the clean firstborn could redeem the unclean, illustrating how Jesus, who was clean, sacrificed Himself to redeem sinful humanity. He also compares the offerings of Cain and Abel, emphasizing that Abel gave the first and best while Cain gave what was left, highlighting that faith and trust are shown by giving God the first portion. Pastor J.R. concludes by teaching that tithing is not the gospel but a response of trust after believing the gospel, and he invites listeners to respond by trusting God fully and putting Him first.

In this message Pastor J.R. teaches that tithing is a test from God that reveals where our trust truly lies. He explains that money often represents security, so choosing to trust God with finances demonstrates obedience and faith rather than self-reliance. The message emphasizes that tithing is biblical, aligns believers with God’s Word, and reflects a heart of stewardship instead of selfishness. Pastor J.R. also highlights that tithing brings blessing, not as a transaction, but as a result of trusting and obeying God’s principles. He concludes by challenging listeners to respond—whether hesitant or ready—encouraging them to take a step of faith and trust God fully in this area of their lives.

In this message, Pastor J.R. explains that God works through people and that personal stories are powerful tools for impact. He reflects on Jesus crossing into unfamiliar territory and encountering the demon-possessed man, emphasizing that Jesus did not avoid storms but moved through them with purpose. The message highlights how people struggle with things they can’t fix—like anger, fear, and habits—and how true freedom comes from Jesus. Pastor J.R. points out that while Jesus brings healing, it can be disruptive, but it also leads to transformation and mission. He concludes that believers are messengers, called to share what Jesus has done in their lives, because someone’s eternity could be changed by their story.

In this message Pete Hixson teaches from John 1:35–51, asking the question “What are you looking for?” and challenging listeners to consider what they are truly seeking in life. He explains that people often chase happiness, acceptance, security, and purpose, yet Jesus declares in John 14:6 that He alone is the way, the truth, and the life. Walking through the story of the first disciples, Pete highlights the repeated invitation to “come and see,” showing how Andrew, Philip, and Nathanael encountered Jesus personally and then invited others to do the same. He emphasizes that you’ll find what you’re looking for when you change what you’re looking at, encouraging believers to fix their eyes on Jesus rather than distractions or false promises. The message concludes with a call to believe, keep believing, invite others, and respond to Jesus’ invitation to find true rest and life in Him.

In this message Pastor J.R. urges believers to identify people in their life who are stuck or hurting and commit to praying for them and bringing them to Jesus. Using the story in Luke 5 of the paralyzed man whose friends lowered him through the roof, he highlights bold, inconvenient faith that refuses to give up when obstacles stand in the way. He emphasizes that Jesus first forgave the man’s sins before healing him physically, showing that spiritual restoration is the deeper miracle. The message explains that many people today are “paralyzed” by things like sin, addiction, shame, or anxiety and often won’t come to church on their own, so they need others to carry them through loving intervention. Pastor J.R. challenges listeners that while they are not responsible for the miracle, they are responsible for the effort of “carrying the mat” by inviting, helping, and persistently bringing people to Jesus.

In this message Pastor J.R. uses the story of the woman at the well in John 4 to talk about how people chase things they think will finally satisfy them, only to still feel empty. He explains that the Samaritan woman’s shame, broken past, and isolation didn’t stop Jesus from engaging her with compassion instead of condemnation. The “living water” Jesus offers is described as the only thing that truly satisfies the deep spiritual thirst people try to fill with relationships, success, approval, or other temporary fixes. Pastor J.R. highlights that Jesus exposed the truth about her life not to shame her, but to free her, showing that He already knows people’s stories and still pursues them. The message ends as an invitation to stop returning to the same “wells” and to trust Jesus as the source of real, lasting fulfillment and new life.

In this message Pastor J.R. challenges listeners to consider who they see when they look in the mirror, using a story of a student who defined herself by painful labels like insecure, unloved, and afraid. He connects this to Israel in Numbers 13, explaining how the spies saw themselves as weak and small because they were looking in the wrong mirror instead of trusting God’s promises. Pastor J.R. emphasizes that many people carry similar internal labels such as “not good enough” or “too sinful,” which shape how they live and limit their faith. He teaches from James 1 that God’s Word is the true mirror that reveals who we really are and calls believers to action, not just self-reflection. Ultimately, he declares that Jesus didn’t just come to forgive but to rename us, urging listeners to break false labels and embrace their new identity in Christ as chosen, forgiven, and God’s masterpiece.

In this message, Pastor J.R. teaches that life without the Holy Spirit is like a lamp without oil—having structure and form but lacking true power and flame. He explains that spiritual oil requires intention, surrender, and dependence on God, emphasizing that God’s work cannot be accomplished through human strength. Pastor J.R. warns that many believers are spiritually depleted, running on “low power mode” because they are working for God without walking with Him. He stresses that the Spirit fills those who are fully surrendered, and when believers are Spirit-filled, they tangibly change the atmosphere around them by carrying God’s presence into every environment. He concludes with practical rhythms for staying anointed.

In this message, Pastor Austin Porter teaches that Jesus gave up His place in heaven to bring heaven to earth, modeling humility, obedience, and sacrificial love. Drawing from Philippians 2 and John 1, he emphasizes that life is not about us but about Jesus, and that His mission of bringing the Kingdom of Heaven is now our mission. He explains that true family and love are found when believers invest and get involved, following Jesus’ example of selfless service. Pastor Austin challenges listeners to live out love by leading even when it’s hard, valuing others above themselves, owning their role, and embracing the process of building God’s Kingdom. He concludes by calling believers to change the world one life at a time through discipleship, empowered by the Holy Spirit, so that people far from God can experience life in Christ.