The prophets didn't just warn—they worshiped. In this Advent message, Pastor Vicki invites us into the ancient song of Isaiah, revealing how God's plan for Jesus was set in motion long before Bethlehem. Watch the full sermon or listen to the audio player.

The Psalms are more than poetry—they are prophecies sung into history. This Advent, Pastor Roberto invites us to listen for the voice of Jesus in the Psalter and live in expectation for His return.

What does real love look like? In a world full of confusion, Pastor Roberto Chaple unpacks 1 Corinthians 13 to show us a love that actually lasts—the kind of love that reflects God's heart.

Are Our Bodies Just Biology?

Let's be honest—our world talks about sex constantly, but rarely with wisdom. Week 3 of our Dear Corinth series dives into Paul's first letter to the Corinthians, a church in a hyper-sexualized culture eerily similar to our own.

Pastor Vicki Harrison explores chapters 5 and 6, where Paul confronts dangerous lies creeping into the early church—like the idea that sex is just a physical act, or that what we do with our bodies doesn't impact our souls. Sound familiar?

Watch the full message below or listen to the audio player to go deeper.

Key Takeaways from 1 Corinthians 5–6

1. Just because it's allowed doesn't mean it's beneficial. Paul challenges a Corinthian mindset that says, "I have the right to do anything." While freedom is central to the Christian life, it isn't a license to indulge in anything we want. Paul urges believers not to be mastered by their desires.

"I have the right to do anything"—but not everything is beneficial. (1 Cor. 6:12)

2. Your body is sacred—not disposable. The Corinthians thought the body was temporary, something God would eventually discard. But Paul flips that on its head. Christianity teaches the resurrection of the body, not just the immortality of the soul. That means your body matters deeply to God.

Your bodies are members of Christ... you are not your own; you were bought at a price. (1 Cor. 6:15, 20)

3. Sex is spiritual. Always. Sex isn't just physical—it's uniting. Paul reminds the church that to join with someone sexually is to become "one flesh." We can't separate our souls from our bodies. That means casual sex, pornography, and infidelity cut deeper than we admit.

Flee from sexual immorality... whoever sins sexually sins against their own body. (1 Cor. 6:18)

Faith in Action

This message isn't meant to shame—it's meant to restore. Whether you've struggled with sexual sin, wrestled with shame, or felt like your body isn't valuable, this truth remains:

You were created with purpose. You are valuable to God—body, soul, and spirit. And the Holy Spirit lives in you.

What would change if you believed your body is a temple of the living God?

Reflect on where you may need to reclaim your sense of value—and invite the Spirit to speak healing and truth.

Are You Leading Like Jesus?

Have you ever hesitated to take a leadership role—at work, at home, or even in church—because it felt intimidating or messy? In week two of our Dear Corinth series, Pastor Vicki Harrison dives into 1 Corinthians 4 with a powerful reminder: leadership in the Kingdom of God looks nothing like leadership in the world. Watch the full service video below or listen to the sermon audio player.

Leadership, God's Way

In Paul's letter to the Corinthian church, he confronts a community obsessed with popularity, platform, and power. Sound familiar? Pastor Vicki reminds us that while the world promotes self-glorifying leaders, God calls leaders to be servants and stewards.

1. A Leader Is a Servant (1 Corinthians 4:1) True Christian leadership starts at the bottom. Paul says church leaders should be seen as servants of Christ. Jesus models this when He kneels to wash His disciples' feet (John 13).

• A Christian leader isn't above any task.

• Strength is found in humility, not control.

• Our identity is rooted in Christ—not our title or role.

2. A Leader Is a Steward (1 Corinthians 4:1–2) Paul says leaders are "entrusted with the mysteries of God"—that is, the Gospel. A steward doesn't own the message but manages it faithfully.

• Stewarding the Gospel means living it out, not just preaching it.

• God's leaders don't cater to comfort—they deliver truth, even when it's hard.

• We're accountable first to God, not human applause.

Living Leadership Daily

Pastor Vicki challenges us to examine our lives—because we are all leaders in some way. Whether you're parenting, teaching, managing, or mentoring, the call is the same: serve others in Jesus' name.

Ask yourself:

• Do I put others' success above my own?

• Do I genuinely listen and respect others, regardless of their role?

• Do I serve, even when no one's watching?

• Am I faithfully stewarding the Gospel in my words and actions?

Leadership isn't about climbing up—it's about bowing down, like Jesus did.

What does unity look like in a divided church?

We begin our Dear Corinth series with a powerful message from Pastor Roberto Chaple, diving into Paul's heartfelt appeal for unity in the church. If you've ever wrestled with conflict, preferences, or disconnection in the body of Christ—this message speaks to you.

Watch the full worship service below or listen to the sermon audio to reflect and respond.

Unity Isn't Optional—It's Essential

"I appeal to you… that there be no divisions among you." — 1 Corinthians 1:10

Paul doesn't simply suggest unity—he begs for it. In a church caught between personalities and worship styles, he calls believers back to the center of their faith: Jesus Christ.

Here's what we explore together this week:

• Church unity starts with Christ, not charisma.

  The early church divides itself over leadership—Paul, Apollos, Cephas, or Christ. But faithful leadership points to Jesus, not itself. It's not about personal preference; it's about one Savior.

• Worship style shouldn't divide what the Spirit unites.

  Whether traditional or contemporary, every form of worship should bring us closer to God. Arguing over style is like keeping the box and throwing away the gift. Multigenerational worship paints a clearer picture of God's Kingdom.

• Mission matters more than preference.

  Paul says, "I become all things to all people so that by all possible means I might save some" (1 Corinthians 9:22). The goal isn't to win a debate—it's to win someone to Christ.

Faith in Action: Church Unity Starts with Us

What if we leave our preferences in the glovebox and unite around the mission of Jesus?

What if we come to church hungry to serve instead of angry about style or change?

Unity doesn't mean uniformity—it means choosing love, humility, and shared purpose.

Let's be the kind of church that reflects heaven.

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Where does your treasure live? If someone followed your calendar, your bank account, or your social feed—what would they say matters most to you? In Week 2 of our Generous Living series, Pastor Vicki takes us to Matthew 25 and the Parable of the Talents to ask a vital question: What are we doing with what God has entrusted to us? Watch the full worship service video below or listen to the sermon audio player to experience the full message. ⸻ What We Treasure, We Multiply Jesus often taught in parables, and the one in Matthew 25:14–30 is especially provocative: a master entrusts his wealth to three servants before leaving on a long journey. When he returns, he wants to know what they've done with it. Here's what we learned from Pastor Vicki's message: • Everything belongs to God. The gold, the servants, the very breath in our lungs—it all comes from the Master. Our culture loves the idea of being independent, self-made, or self-owned. But in God's kingdom, we're stewards, not owners. • God expects spiritual profit. This parable isn't just about money. It's about using your time, energy, gifts, and influence for God's purposes. Pastor Vicki challenged us: "We are created to multiply God's impact through what we've been given." • Fear is not a faithful excuse. The third servant buried the money out of fear. He didn't lose it—but he also didn't use it. Fear of failure or scarcity can paralyze us spiritually. But the kingdom of God calls for bold, faithful living, even in risk. ⸻ Faithful Stewardship Starts with Surrender We can't multiply what we're still clinging to. The first step in living generously is surrendering ownership back to God. That means asking: "What have I been given, and how can I use it for God's glory?" Whether it's your finances, your free time, your talents, or your relationships—God's looking not for perfection, but participation. You don't have to do everything. Just something. Faithfully. If you're ready to take your next step, join a Group or explore ways to serve at New Hope this season. ⸻ Know Jesus. Grow Faith. Go Multiply. This parable echoes New Hope's mission: Know Jesus. Grow Faith. Go Multiply. We want to be a church that multiplies disciples by living generously and faithfully with everything God has placed in our hands.

What does it really look like to live generously in everyday life? In this heartfelt and powerful panel message, To Whom Much Is Given…, Pastor Vicki Harrison leads a conversation with five faithful New Hope members—Katie Mackey, Cecil Cadwallader, Michael Heaton, Bobby Lain, and Mary Barrow—about their journeys into tithing, stewardship, and joyful generosity. Each story reveals something deeper: generous living isn't about wealth—it's about surrender. It's about trusting God with what He's already entrusted to us. And it's about taking Jesus at His word in 2 Corinthians 9:6–15: "God loves a cheerful giver." Ready to take your next step in living generously?Join a Community Group, explore giving opportunities, or revisit our mission to create more followers of Jesus Christ.

What If Blessing Looks Like Letting Go? Have you ever wondered why it feels so good to give something away—whether it's time, money, or encouragement? This week at New Hope, Pastor Vicki kicked off our new sermon series, Generous Living, with a powerful reminder from Acts 20:35: "It is more blessed to give than to receive."