In this message, Pastor Woody Morwood teaches on what it means to live with true, God-centered gratitude—not just during the holiday season, but in every circumstance. Drawing from moments happening in our church family and powerful passages from Paul’s life, we see how gratitude is more than a feeling—it’s a spiritual discipline that transforms us.

Through Scriptures like 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Acts 16, Acts 27, and 1 Corinthians 11, Pastor Woody shows how believers can give thanks even in difficulty, anchoring their lives in God’s goodness and provision. The message concludes with guided prayer and worship, practicing gratitude together as a church community.

Scripture References

• 1 Thessalonians 5:18 – “Give thanks in all circumstances…”
• Acts 16:22–25 – Paul & Silas beaten, imprisoned, and singing hymns.
• Acts 27:33–37 – Paul giving thanks during a 14-day storm at sea.
• 1 Corinthians 11:23–24 – Jesus giving thanks at the Last Supper.
• James 1:17 – “Every good and perfect gift is from above…”
• Philippians 1:3 – “I thank my God every time I remember you.”
• Ephesians 5:19–20 – “Always giving thanks to God the Father…”

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Suffering raises a question we all feel but rarely say out loud: “God, where are You in this?” Instead of chasing why pain happens, Jesus invites us to discover who is with us in it. Pastor Karl Romeus lead us through the life of Job where it illustrates we don’t always get explanations, but we get God’s presence. Your pain isn’t proof that God has left you. It may be the very place you meet Him.

Karl Romeus is a pastor, speaker, leadership coach, and consultant. Karl has been in ministry for over 20 years . Most recently as the Executive Pastor of Ministry Development at Flatirons Church in and around the Denver area. He oversees children's ,middle school, high school, college ministry, young adults, and groups across all campuses. And recently launched Flatirons College. He studied Christian Leadership and Biblical Theology at Grand Canyon University. Though he is absolutely in love with Boston sports, his heart belongs to his wife Jen and daughters Georgia and Ruby.

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When Jesus said it was better that He go away so the Spirit could come, He was pointing to a life-changing truth — the Holy Spirit isn’t an optional extra in faith; He’s the very presence of God at work in us.

In this message, Pastor Aaron unpacks John 16 to reveal how the Holy Spirit convicts, guides, speaks, and glorifies Jesus. Through stories, Scripture, and imagery — from the dance of the Trinity to the metamorphosis of a butterfly — we’re invited to see how God’s Spirit transforms us from the inside out.

Whether you’ve misunderstood the Holy Spirit as distant or mysterious, this teaching offers clarity and hope:
 👉 The Spirit’s work is not to draw attention to Himself, but to draw us closer to Christ.
 👉 He convicts us of sin, leads us into truth, and reveals the beauty of God’s righteousness.
 👉 He creates in us a new kind of life — full of freedom, transformation, and Christlike character.

Key Scriptures

• John 16:7–15 — The Advocate will come... and guide you into all truth
• Hebrews 12:5–6 — Do not lose heart when the Lord rebukes you
• Psalm 139:23 — Search me, O God, and know my heart
• Psalm 51:10 — Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit in me

 Books & Authors Referenced

1. C.S. Lewis — Mere Christianity
2. R.C. Sproul — What Can I Do with My Guilt?
3. J.I. Packer — A Quest for Godliness
4. A.W. Tozer — Mystery of the Holy
5. Tenney, Merrill C. — The Gospel of John: The Reality of Faith

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Learn how the Holy Spirit speaks, teaches, and reminds us of truth. In this message, Pastor Aaron McRae unpacks the transforming work of the Spirit— who empowers believers to live out the presence and power of God in everyday life.

From Genesis to Acts, the Holy Spirit has always been active — giving life, guiding truth, producing unity, and empowering followers of Jesus for mission. When the Spirit fills us, we don’t just believe differently; we walk, talk, and act differently.

Explore seven key works of the Holy Spirit: Salvation, Wisdom, Unity, Empowering, Gifts, Fruitfulness, and Influence — showing that the Spirit doesn’t just inspire worship; He transforms how we live.

Whether you’ve grown up in church or are new to faith, this teaching will help you recognize, welcome, and walk with the Spirit in your daily life.

Scriptures Referenced:

• Genesis 1:2
• Psalm 104:29–30
• Ezekiel 36:27
• Isaiah 11:1–5
• John 3:5; 7:38–39; 14:25–26; 16:8–15
• Acts 1:8; 2:4
• Romans 12:3–8
• 1 Corinthians 6:19–20; 12:1–11; 13
• Galatians 5:22–25
• Ephesians 1:17–21; 4:2–3; 5:15–18
• Titus 3:3–7

Resources Mentioned:

• The Familiar Stranger — Tyler Staton
• Forgotten God — Francis Chan
• The Pastor — Eugene Peterson
• The Knowledge of the Holy — A.W. Tozer
• Who Is the Holy Spirit — The Bible Project (Video)

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In this What We Believe message, Pastor Woody Morwood explores God’s creation, the Fall, and the hope of redemption. We unpack Genesis 1–3 to understand God’s original design for life, relationships, and purpose—and how sin brought brokenness, fear, and separation.

Through the story of Adam and Eve and the trials of Job, Pastor Woody shows how God’s sovereignty and grace guide us through suffering, offering a path to restoration. Scripture from Isaiah, Psalms, 2 Corinthians, and Revelation 21 reveals God’s plan to make all things new through Jesus Christ.
Discover how God is at work in your life, your relationships, and the world—even in the midst of chaos—and find hope in His redemptive power

Key Scripture References:
Genesis 1–3 – Creation, humanity in God’s image, and the Fall
Romans 8:22 – Creation groaning under sin
Job 38–42 – God’s sovereignty amidst suffering
Psalm 51:10 – God creates a pure heart
Isaiah 53:4-6 – The suffering servant redeems humanity
2 Corinthians 5:17-19 – New creation in Christ
Revelation 21:1-5 – God making all things new
Nehemiah 9:6; Hebrews 1:3 – God sustains creation

Additional Resources:
Video: Where Were You? – Ghost Ship - https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=YIS0av9fUUU
Philip Yancey, Where Is God When It Hurts?
Walter Brueggemann, Genesis: Interpretation Commentary
Don Thorson, An Exploration of Christian Theology
Visual artwork inspired by Isaiah 53 by a student

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Pastor Aaron McRae invites us to step into the story of God’s creation — not as distant observers, but as participants in His masterpiece.

From “In the beginning…” to “It was very good,” Scripture reveals a God who brings order out of chaos, light out of darkness, and life out of nothing. Humanity, created in His image, is the crown of creation — made for relationship, purpose, and worship.

But the story doesn’t stop there. Through rebellion came brokenness… and through covenant came redemption. From Genesis to Jesus, we discover that our true identity and purpose are not achieved but received — found only in our Creator.

The creation story invites us to discover our true identity and purpose by looking to our Creator, not ourselves, and seeking His will and not just our ways.

📚 Resources Mentioned

• The Soul of Desire – Curt Thompson
• Counterfeit Gods – Timothy Keller
• Secular Creed – Rebecca McLaughlin
• The Bible Project – “Genesis Overview”

✝️ Scriptures Referenced

• Genesis 1–3 – Creation & Rebellion
• Psalm 148 – All creation praises the Lord
• Romans 8:22–23 – Creation groans, awaiting renewal
• Genesis 12:1–3 – God’s covenant with Abram
• Colossians 1:15–16 – Christ, the image of the invisible God
• Ephesians 2:8–10 – Created in Christ for good works

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Our exclusive loyalty and devotion to God is possibly demonstrated more in how we live than in what we say we believe. In this message, Pastor Aaron McRae teaches from Deuteronomy 6:4–9, reminding us that true devotion to God is revealed more by how we live than by what we say we believe. When our habits, routines, and rhythms are shaped by love for God, we reflect the Shema’s call to love Him with all our heart, soul, and strength.

This message challenges us to examine our loyalties and to live a life of undivided worship—one that puts God at the center of everything.

📚 Resources Mentioned

• Intentional Parents — intentionalparents.org
• Counterfeit Gods by Timothy Keller
• You Are What You Love by James K.A. Smith
• Lectio 365 App
• YouVersion Bible App

📜 Scriptures Referenced

• Deuteronomy 6:4–9
• Matthew 22:37–40
• John 14:6
• Acts 4:12
• Psalm 95:6–7
• Exodus 34:6–7 (reference from previous weeks)

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Pastor Aaron McRae unpacks the heart of true Biblical worship. Worship isn’t just about singing songs on Sunday—it begins with surrender. Looking at Exodus 34, we discover that God reveals Himself as compassionate, gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love, and faithful. When we see God for who He truly is, the only right response is worship—our whole lives offered in surrender.

From Moses’ bold prayer to see God’s glory, to John 3:16’s ultimate revelation of God’s love, we are reminded that worship is not performance, ritual, or appeasement—it is bowing our hearts, our wills, and our lives before a God who is worthy.

True worship flows from surrender. Will you give God more than a song—will you give Him your life?

Resources Mentioned

• The Knowledge of the Holy – A.W. Tozer
• Rooted: Theology for Growing Christians – Medders & Smith
• The Unfolding Mystery of the Divine Name – Michael Knowles
• God Has a Name – John Mark Comer
• Bible Project – Dr. Tim Mackie on Exodus 34

Scriptures Referenced

• Exodus 33:18–20
• Exodus 34:4–7
• Exodus 3:13–14
• John 3:16
• Psalm 95:6–7
• Psalm 103; Psalm 111; Psalm 145
• 2 Chronicles 30:6–9
• Joel 2:12–14
• Jonah 4:1–4
• John 1:14
• Romans 12:1

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In this kickoff message of our What We Believe and Why it Matters series, Pastor Aaron unpacks the truth that the God of the Bible is not distant or detached, but constantly present and active in our world and in our lives. His presence is the defining mark of our faith—and He invites us to trust Him, love Him, and live for Him.

Whether you’ve wrestled with doubt, struggled with distorted images of God, or simply longed to know Him more deeply, this message is a reminder that God still shows up, still speaks, still seeks, and still sends.

📖 Scriptures Referenced

• Exodus 3:4–12 – God reveals Himself to Moses at the burning bush
• Exodus 33:12–17 – Moses pleads for God’s presence
• Genesis 1:1–3 – God the Creator at the beginning
• Revelation 21:3 – God dwelling with His people
• Matthew 1:23 – Jesus, “Immanuel—God with us”
• John 1:1–14 – The Word became flesh and dwelt among us
• Psalm 139:7–10 – God’s Spirit is always present
• John 14:15–17 – The Holy Spirit as our Advocate
• Romans 8:9 – Life in the Spirit

📚 Resources Mentioned

• The Knowledge of the Holy – A.W. Tozer
• Rooted: Theology for Growing Christians – Medders & Smith

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Have you ever wrestled with doubt, disappointment, or confusion in your faith? In this message, Pastor Jayden Zwerner reminds us that doubt isn’t the opposite of faith—it can actually be the place where God stirs up deeper trust. Through the story of the road to Emmaus, we see that Jesus walks with us in our questions, listens to our pain, gently corrects us with truth, and stays with us until our eyes are opened to His presence.

The question isn’t do you doubt—the real question is what will you do when you doubt? 

Resources Mentioned

• Steps by John Ortberg

 Scriptures Referenced

• Luke 24:13–35 (Road to Emmaus)
• Luke 24:5–7
• Luke 24:21
• Isaiah 55:8–9
• Hebrews 3:12
• Mark 9:24
• Psalm 103:13
• James 4:8–10
• Matthew 6:10
• Psalm 63:3–4
• John 9

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