Pastor Kelly Soiles contrasts the world’s counterfeit happiness with the deep, steady joy that comes from being rooted in God’s Word, reflecting on Psalm 1:2-3. She invites us to trade the chase for a Scripture-fed life in Christ.

Global Outreach Director Marissa Armit challenges us to stop coasting, embrace hardship as a gift, and entrust our lives to the faithful Creator by doing good even when it costs us. As followers of Jesus, we’re called to stand out, pursue our full potential, and serve with integrity rather than settle for mediocre comfort.

Pastor Dru Rodriguez encourages us to invite Jesus into our doubts, suffering, and temptations, reminding us that He understands because He has suffered and was tempted Himself. He urges setting aside time to talk out loud to Jesus and expect Him to respond in everyday moments.

Worship Leader Taylor Cummings urges believers to be one under Christ so the world may believe, grounding the call in John 17, Ephesians 4, and other passages. Unity, preserved by peace, is presented as both God’s gift and our responsibility.

Pastor Matt Chavez shares a story about his sons overindulging at a dessert bar to show that while treats can be enjoyable, only God truly satisfies our deepest longings. He highlights Psalm 107:8-9, calling us to praise God for His love and to seek Him for real fulfillment.

Worship Coordinator Kristin Groene urges us to take our raw emotions and struggles to God first, trusting Him as our Wonderful Counselor who hears, guides, and fights for us. She highlights biblical lament, godly accountability, and the wisdom of processing with faithful friends after we’ve prayed.

Pastor Leah Klingseis reflects on Psalm 139, showing how God’s intimate knowledge of us leads to the courageous prayer, “Search me, O God,” and the comfort that His love is fully informed and unwavering. Drawing from J. I. Packer, she emphasizes that God’s care never falters because He knows us completely.

Pastor Dru Rodriguez reflects on Jesus as the model for serving without seeking recognition, reminding us that authentic love often bears fruit we may not see in our lifetime. He urges us to follow Jesus’ way, truth, and life by loving others as He loved us.

Worship Leader Taylor Cummings teaches that worship is more than singing—it’s a surrendered, obedient lifestyle responding to who God is and what He has done, seen in Abraham’s example and Jesus’ call to take up our cross.

Worship Coordinator Kristin Groene reflects on how God faithfully provides for our needs and how distractions—especially social media—can stir envy and numb our awareness of His goodness. She shares her own shift from chasing status symbols to finding true satisfaction through time with God.