MCC Sunday Sermons

In Week 7 of the I DECLARE series, Pastor Jim Pendleton dives into James 1:2–5 to show us how to build godly grit by shifting our mindset, surrounding ourselves with a no-quit team, and living for something bigger than ourselves. Join us as we learn to trust God in the middle of our trials and discover what He wants to build in us when life gets tough.

While happiness depends on our circumstances, true joy is anchored directly in Christ. Join Pastor Scot Longyear as he explores Philippians 4:4–9 and uncovers three powerful steps—Rejoice, Release, and Request—that empower us to trade anxiety for God's supernatural peace. Learn how to stop waiting for your circumstances to change and choose to live joyfully, no matter what you face.

Forgiveness isn’t about keeping score—it’s about losing count of the debts we hold against others. Join Pastor Scot Longyear as he explores Matthew 18 to reveal how the overwhelming grace we’ve received from Jesus changes everything about how we extend mercy. When you stop holding onto what you're owed, forgiveness experienced truly becomes forgiveness expressed.

Cruel, unfair criticism has a way of sinking into our hearts, keeping us up at night, and bleeding bitterness into our lives. In this message from the I Declare series, Pastor Scot Longyear turns to 1 Peter to share five practical biblical principles for enduring harsh words and avoiding fight-or-flight reactions. Discover how the Holy Spirit can empower you to stop letting criticism crush you so you can live freely for an audience of one.

Whether you are navigating major life decisions or struggling with isolation, true wisdom is closer than you think. In this sermon, Pastor Vince McFarland shares how drawing near to God and surrounding yourself with a godly community can transform your daily walk. Discover how to stop doing life alone and boldly declare a new path toward spiritual growth and divine guidance.

Stop passing the buck and start stepping into the power God has given you. In this powerful sermon on Genesis 3, Pastor Jim Pendleton exposes the hidden trap of playing the blame game and reveals why taking ownership is essential for true spiritual growth. Discover how refusing to let past wounds dictate your future allows you to fully respond to the life-changing grace of Jesus.

If you are ready to stop hoping for life change and start taking responsibility, it is time to move from "I Hope" to "I Declare." Join Pastor Scot Longyear as he kicks off a new series by sharing the single, game-changing spiritual discipline that can revolutionize your life from the inside out: consistency. Discover how starting small, leaning on the Holy Spirit, and focusing on daily faithfulness rather than perfection can completely transform your life.

When we wander away from God's protective boundaries, getting back on track requires more than just good intentions. Drawing from Ezra’s powerful prayer of confession, Pastor Scot Longyear reveals a clear path to spiritual renewal: grieving our mistakes, calling sin what it is, and taking courageous action to change. Join us as we discover how God's gift of grace turns our deepest moments of regret into powerful turning points toward freedom and restoration.

When facing life’s greatest threats and uncertainties, where do you turn for protection and guidance? Drawing from the Book of Ezra, Pastor Scot Longyear reveals how God's favor, direction, and courage rest on those who make room for Him in their daily lives. Discover how devoting yourself to studying, obeying, and sharing Scripture positions you to welcome the transformational presence and power of God into every circumstance.

What if a single, simple question could completely alter your relationship with Jesus? Using the story of Ezra, Pastor Scot Longyear reveals how to construct a resilient faith foundation using worship, prayer, and community—and why the enemy works so hard to tear it down brick by brick. Discover how to overcome discouragement, fear, and culture’s pushback as you stop waiting for permission and start actively rebuilding your spiritual life.