In her sermon, Emma emphasizes the importance of stepping into the misery and margins, inspired by Jesus' greatest commandment to love God and love others. She shares personal stories of her grandfather's impactful life and her own transformative experiences in Rwanda, which taught her about compassion and justice. Emma underscores that loving others and stepping out in service is not just a call to action but a vital part of living out one's faith, which contributes to eternal life. Ultimately, she encourages the congregation to reflect on how they can engage with their community and serve those in need, starting with humility and a readiness to embrace Jesus' teachings.

The table is a symbol of family, community, and faithful presence. It’s a symbol of our deep desire to be known and be loved. It’s a symbol that we see throughout Scripture as a place where God dwells with and provides for His people. God sets a table for us and joins us around it.

Pastor Mike emphasized the importance of living a life centered on worship, which he defined as a lifestyle encompassing all aspects of our being, not just singing. He discussed the difference between being religious and having a relationship with Jesus, highlighting that true worship comes from understanding God's extravagant love for us. By illustrating the concept of stingy versus extravagant worship, he challenged the congregation to examine how they live, serve, and express their love for God in every part of their lives. Ultimately, Pastor Mike encouraged everyone to fully embrace their identity as worshipers and to live with an open heart that reflects gratitude and dependence on God's grace.

Pastor Jen McCourt's sermon focuses on the theme of worship, emphasizing that worship is about enjoying God and giving Him glory in various aspects of life. She discusses the importance of trusting God, drawing lessons from the Israelites in the wilderness as they grappled with their faith amid challenges. Pastor encourages the congregation to examine their worship practices and consider what, or whom, they might be worshiping instead of God, highlighting the need for intentionality in maintaining a God-centered life. Ultimately, she calls for a personal reflection on worship, inviting everyone to engage with God in a way that resonates with their unique relationship with Him.

Mike discussed the significance of identifying as a Jesus follower in his sermon from the series "Rhythms of Jesus." He emphasized that being a Christian is more than just a label; it is about having a true relationship with Jesus that transforms one's life and character. Drawing from biblical texts, Mike highlighted the importance of being bold in faith and living authentically as ambassadors for Christ in all areas of life, despite societal pressures or personal fears. The message concluded with the call to embrace the identity and purpose found in Jesus, encouraging believers to reflect His love and truth in their daily lives.

Jake shared the importance of prayer and its power to transform both individual lives and communities. He recalled the Hebrides revival, initiated by two elderly women who prayed fervently for change, demonstrating that fervent prayer can invoke a powerful response from God. Jake emphasized that prayer should not be viewed as a transactional exchange but as a deep, relational conversation with God. He encouraged the congregation to adopt a rhythm of prayer that aligns their hearts with God's will, allowing them to actively participate in His kingdom work on earth.

In his sermon, Mike discusses the theme of leveraging one's life for the benefit of others, using Jesus as the ultimate example of self-sacrifice. He emphasizes that we are all invited to be part of God's movement and encourages the congregation not to miss out on what God is doing in the present. Mike also highlights the importance of surrendering our imperfections and regrets to God, who can transform us and use us for His purposes. Ultimately, he calls for a posture of consecration, urging everyone to take what they have and offer it as a sacrifice in service to God and others.

Mike shared a powerful message about the importance of community as modeled by Jesus, emphasizing that believers should cultivate deep, meaningful relationships. He illustrated this with an analogy of self-driving cars to describe how the Holy Spirit guides us in our spiritual journey and the necessity of smaller groups for authentic connection. Mike highlighted two significant pandemics of despair and loneliness facing society today and called on the church to be proactive in reaching out and nurturing community both within and outside church walls. Ultimately, he encouraged everyone to embrace their roles in fostering a family-like atmosphere through shared support, mission, and spiritual growth, ensuring that no one feels like a stranger.

Jeff spoke about the importance of community and how it is fundamentally linked to our relationship with God. He emphasized that true love and connection come from recognizing our dependence on Jesus, who meets our needs for love, joy, peace, and hope. By nurturing our relationship with Christ, we enable ourselves to build healthier relationships with others, ultimately addressing the widespread issue of loneliness in society. Jeff reminded the congregation that the call to love our neighbors is rooted in our love for God, and that genuine community arises when we allow God's presence to fill us and guide our interactions.

Mike emphasizes the importance of recognizing and engaging with the wave of God's Spirit moving among the congregation, particularly in times of struggle or desert-like seasons. He highlights how Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert, demonstrating that hard seasons can lead to divine encounters and affirmations of our identity as beloved children of God. Mike calls on the congregation to release any negative spirits such as lukewarmness, control, and cynicism, and to embrace the Rhema word of God—the specific, life-giving messages that provide strength and guidance in our deserts. The sermon encourages fellowship and prayer, inviting members to support one another and to experience the healing and transformative power of God's word together.