We live in a world full of options — and yet so many of us walk around feeling spiritually empty. In this episode, Preaching Minister Joshua Watkins takes us deep into John 6:35–40, where Jesus makes one of His most stunning claims: "I am the bread of life."

The crowd had just been fed miraculously. They'd seen Jesus walk on water. They'd witnessed the impossible. And still, their hearts were hard. Because they wanted the miracle — not the Messiah.

Josh asks a question that cuts to the core: Are you looking for Jesus, or are you looking for what Jesus can give you? It's an honest, personal, and challenging message for anyone who has ever tried to fill a spiritual void with physical things — success, comfort, approval, security — only to find it still wasn't enough.

If your soul feels hungry, this episode is for you.

We often want faith fully formed — but Joseph never had that luxury. Sold by his brothers, enslaved in Egypt, falsely imprisoned, and forgotten for years, Joseph's story is a masterclass in what it looks like when God is working even when circumstances say otherwise.

In this episode, Bible teacher Greg Childers leads a rich Socratic discussion through Genesis 37–50, exploring how Joseph's integrity in Potiphar's house, his trust in God while interpreting dreams, and his stunning act of forgiveness toward his brothers all reveal a faith that grew through suffering. We also explore the curious verse that lands Joseph in Hebrews 11 — and why it points to something far bigger than a burial request.

Whether you're in a season of waiting, betrayal, or simply trying to hold on — this episode is an anchor for your soul.

What if the thing keeping you stuck isn't your circumstances — it's your identity?

In this episode, Joshua Watkins preaches from John 5:1–14, where Jesus encounters a man who has been an invalid for 38 years beside the Pool of Bethesda. When Jesus asks, "Do you want to get well?" — the man doesn't say yes. He gives an excuse.

This message is for anyone who has ever said "I'm just an angry person," "I've always been this way," or "I just can't seem to get it together." Through the lens of this healing story, Pastor Josh shows us how Jesus doesn't just address the surface struggles of our lives — He gets to the root. And the root is always deeper than we expect.

You'll be challenged this week with a simple but searching homework assignment: name the root cause of a sin in your life, and pray for Jesus to expose and remove it.

Because you cannot surrender the things you refuse to name.

Abraham is called the father of faith — but his journey was far from easy. In this episode of our Heroes of the Faith series, Roger Potter walks us through Hebrews 11:8–18 and the life of a man who trusted God through decades of waiting, a journey into the unknown, and the unimaginable test of offering his promised son on an altar.

We examine the four altars that mark Abraham's walk with God, the profound meaning of Jehovah Jireh, and the striking parallel between Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac and God's sacrifice of His own Son. Along the way, we ask a challenging question: What does it cost us to truly worship?

Whether you are in a season of waiting, testing, or trusting — this conversation will challenge and encourage your faith. Life is not a resting place; it is a testing place. And God's promises are worth every step.

In a world that feels increasingly unstable, where do we find a firm foundation? Join us for this week’s sermon as Luke Stradley dives into John 4:27-42. We often think of "the harvest" as something in the distant future, but Jesus tells us the fields are white for harvest right now.

Luke discusses the surprising trend of Gen Z returning to the Church in search of truth and stability, the necessity of sacrifice in following Christ, and why your testimony doesn't need a PhD to be effective. Whether you feel "broken and sinful" or just plain exhausted, this episode is a reminder that you are fully known and deeply loved by a God who meets you exactly where you are.

In this episode, Rick Collier takes us back to the time of the great flood to examine the life of Noah. While we often think of the animals, Rick focuses on the man—his 100-year construction project, the mental toll of being ridiculed by his neighbors, and the "thin line" of faith he followed to save his family. Through a lens of both biblical history and personal reflection, this episode challenges listeners to consider their own obedience and the power of walking with God daily.

In this episode, we join Joshua Watkins for a deep dive into one of the most compassionate stories in the New Testament: the woman at the well. Joshua challenges us to look past our history of "church" or "non-church" backgrounds to see the common thirst we all share.

Are you drinking from sources that leave you more dehydrated? Whether it’s money, status, or relationships, we often seek relief in places that cannot quench our souls. Joshua provides a practical "homework" assignment for the week: a simple prayer to help you pivot from bitterness and anger toward the grace and peace only Christ provides. Tune in to discover how your internal brokenness can be replaced by a spring of water welling up to eternal life.

In this episode, we step back into the first century to understand a letter written to a group of people considering "chunking" their faith. Greg Childers unpacks the Book of Hebrews, illustrating that biblical faith is not a blind leap in the dark, but a "deed" or "assurance" based on the trustworthiness of God.

We examine the "extraordinary flaws" of Old Testament giants and discuss why their messy stories provide the very hope we need to finish our own race. From the creation of the universe to the stoning of the prophets, learn how the unseen becomes the foundation for everything we see.

In this episode, Joshua Watkins explores the conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus to uncover the difference between religious performance and spiritual authenticity. Many of us spend our lives "cleaning the house" before guests arrive, hiding our struggles in locked rooms and closed closets. Joshua challenges us to unlock those doors, bring our "skeletons" into the light, and realize that God's light is meant for healing, not just exposure. Listen in for a practical challenge on how to take one honest step toward God this week.

What does it really mean to have peace? In this profound Bible class, Roger Potter explores the Hebrew concept of "Shalom"—a word that encompasses far more than the absence of conflict. It represents wholeness, completeness, divine harmony, and flourishing.

Through careful examination of Isaiah 53's prophecy and Jesus' promise in John 14:27, discover how Christ's sacrifice on the cross brought us a peace that transcends circumstances. Learn how peace is a fruit of the Spirit available to every believer, and why this peace is fundamentally different from what the world offers.

Whether you're facing storms in life or seeking deeper spiritual understanding, this teaching will ground you in the biblical truth of Christ's gift of peace—a gift paid for through His suffering so that we could experience divine shalom.