What does worship look like when the music stops? In this message, Pastor Jess brings our “This Is Worship” journey to a pivotal truth from Romans 12:1—worship is the everyday surrender of our whole selves to God. Drawing from Micah 6:8, 1 Peter 4:10–11, and Jesus’ Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25), we explore how the rest of worship shapes a life of worship, forms the heart of worship, and naturally flows into the sacrifice of worship: service.

You’ll hear how offering our gifts isn’t about losing what we love—it’s about giving what we’ve been given back to God for the good of others. When we act justly, love mercy, walk humbly, and steward our talents, our worship becomes real and transformative.

In this week’s This Is Worship teaching series, Pastor Rhoda takes us into the book of Micah and shows us how worship is deeply tied to justice, mercy, and humility. Micah’s words from nearly 3,000 years ago still cut to the heart today—calling out corrupt leadership, exploitation of the vulnerable, and empty religion that ignores the weightier matters of the law.

What does it really mean to “do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God” (Micah 6:8)? And how do we avoid separating our worship from our ethics? In this timely message, we’re reminded that true worship isn’t found in rituals alone, but in how we treat people—especially the marginalized, oppressed, and overlooked.

What comes to mind when you hear the word worship? For many of us, it’s music, singing, or a weekly church service. But worship is far more than an event—it’s a lifestyle that shapes how we live, love, and serve throughout the week.

In this message, Pastor Jess continues the This Is Worship series by unpacking what it means to move from Sabbath rest into a daily life of worship. Looking at the early church in Acts and Paul’s call in Romans 12, we discover that true worship overflows beyond the walls of the church. It shows up in how we treat our neighbors, in the way we extend selfless love, and in how we reflect Christ to a world that desperately needs Him.

Worship isn’t just about singing songs or attending church—it’s any response of surrender to God. In this message from our This Is Worship series, we explore the true heart of worship: a posture of trust, surrender, and rest.

From Abraham’s obedience on the mountain to Jesus’ own unhurried presence, Scripture reminds us that worship is not primarily about activity, but about relationship. Sabbath rest is God’s invitation to stop striving, to trust Him as Creator and Provider, and to declare that Jesus is enough.

In this week’s message, Jesse opens his heart to share a testimony that doesn’t fit the “dramatic conversion” mold we often hear in church. Instead, his story is one of God’s long game—a journey of small, consistent steps, quiet nudges, and unexpected turns that brought him to the realization: “I think I love God.”

Listen in and discover how forgiveness, even for the same sin again and again, transforms us into people who can stand faithfully at the cross and at the resurrection.

In John 8, a woman caught in adultery is dragged before Jesus, shamed, and condemned by religious leaders eager to trap Him. But instead of responding with anger or judgment, Jesus stoops low, writes in the dust, and speaks words that echo through history: “Neither do I condemn you. Go and sin no more.”

Join us as we reflect on the scandalous grace of Jesus — the Judge who becomes our Advocate, the Author of the Law who writes mercy in the dust, and the Savior who offers every heart a fresh start.

Have you ever felt like life’s distractions make it hard to truly focus? From constant notifications to endless scrolling, our attention is often pulled in every direction. But what if focus is exactly what opens the door to life-changing encounters?

In this message, we follow the story of Zacchaeus in Luke 19—a man who climbed a tree just to catch a glimpse of Jesus. Despite the noise of the crowd and the weight of His mission, Jesus stopped, noticed him, and changed his life forever.

Listen in and be inspired to shift your focus from distraction to presence, and from noise to Jesus.

Have you ever felt invisible or, worse, defined by your worst moments? In this episode of Meeting Jesus, worship leader Kimmy Arnesto shares the unforgettable encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well.

Through Scripture and real-life insight, we see Jesus meeting her in the heat of the day, breaking cultural barriers, naming her story without shame, and offering her “living water” that transforms her life. She goes from hiding in isolation to boldly inviting others to meet Him.

Peter was bold, brash, and broken. In this powerful episode of our Meeting Jesus series, we explore the journey of Cephas, the disciple whose greatest failures paved the way for his deepest transformation.

From confident fisherman to conflicted follower to commissioned preacher, Peter’s story reminds us that Jesus sees our potential beyond our flaws. Through real-life reflections and rich biblical context, we examine what it means to walk with Jesus through doubt, repentance, and renewal.

Episode highlights:

• Why Peter's confession was divinely inspired
• The real reason Jesus rebuked him with “Get behind me, Satan”
• The power of love and restoration at the Sea of Galilee
• Why your personal story with Jesus is the most powerful gospel you can share

Listen in and be reminded: Jesus doesn’t give up on us. He calls us, shapes us, and sends us, just like He did with Peter.

What does it mean to have a childlike faith, but not a childish one? In this uplifting message, we learn from Andrew, the first disciple, whose joy and bold trust led him to follow Jesus and invite others.

Using the timeless tale of The Emperor’s New Clothes, we reflect on how childlike honesty, excitement, and openness reveal truths adults often miss. We also dive into Andrew’s story, from meeting Jesus to bringing his brother to Christ, to trusting in miracles even when the odds seemed impossible.

Highlights from this episode:

• How to recognize and cultivate true childlike faith
• Why Andrew’s example matters for modern believers
• What Jesus meant by “Let the little children come to me”
• A reminder that small acts of faith can lead to big impact

Tune in and be inspired to follow Jesus with a heart full of wonder and courage.

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