Pastor Dru Rodriguez emphasizes that God hears our cries, sees our pain, remembers his covenant fulfilled in Jesus, and acts in his timing. He encourages us to rest in God’s presence and trust that He is working for our good and His purpose.

Worship Leader Taylor Cummings encourages trusting Jesus’ pace one step at a time, taking His yoke and releasing pressure to control the future because God’s plans are good.

Global Outreach Director Marissa Armit reflects on the complexity of grief—beyond death to losses of friendship, ability, trust, and identity—and warns how regret can stall repentance and erode confidence in God’s forgiveness, pointing to Proverbs as a God-given blueprint for perspective. She closes by reading Proverbs 4:23-25 to encourage a forward-looking, wisdom-shaped life.

Worship Coordinator Kristin Groene reflects on Leviticus as God’s loving instruction to set His people apart and points to Jesus as the once-for-all sacrifice who makes us clean. She calls us to resist cultural patterns and embrace renewal in Christ, especially as we approach Easter.

Pastor Luke Rangel reminds us from 2 Chronicles 20 that Judah worshiped before the battle, trusting God to fight for them, and challenges us to praise God in advance of the outcome.

Pastor Dru Rodriguez reflects on becoming aware of God’s presence as holy ground in everyday places, inspired by Moses at the burning bush in Exodus 3. He encourages asking God to captivate our attention so we recognize He is with us.

Worship Leader Taylor Cummings urges us to call on the powerful name of Jesus, reminding us from Philippians 2:8-11 and Proverbs 18:10 that His name is our strength and safety. When we don’t know what to do, we turn to Him in faith under His kingship.

Pastor Natalie reminds us that Jesus, our great High Priest, fully understands our weaknesses, was tempted yet without sin, and invites us to approach God’s throne with confidence to receive mercy and grace. She points to Jesus’ honest, surrendered prayers as our model in seasons of pain.

Pastor Jahanna Fredricks retells Jesus’ parable of the two sons, highlighting the Father’s compassionate welcome of the repentant child and the older brother’s resentment. She urges us to silence the inner critic and receive the mercy that brings the lost back to life.

Global Outreach Director Marissa Armit shares how eight summers of leading at youth camp provided a steady anchor through major life changes, showing that God’s unchanging character and a Christ-centered community shaped her faith. She encourages identifying consistent practices and communities that keep us close to Jesus.