What gives your life meaning and purpose? Bruce would agree with the Apostle Paul in Philippians, "to live is Christ." He shares how this verse has shaped his life for almost 50 years. You'll be inspired!

Bruce is kicking off his final series as senior pastor and has chosen to preach through the book of Philippians. We talk about why. Paul opens his letter with a prayer that resonates with Bruce and what he's praying for all of us. You'll want to hear what he shares.

How can we make an impact in our community? Maybe we should think about how we can do it together, with our small group. In our final Connect 4 message, Lisa talks to student pastor, Jake Potter about the importance of having a heart of compassion as we seek to impact others, together.

In this week’s podcast, Pastor Rafe Wright tells us not to be a baby. Actually, it’s the writer of Hebrews who tells us that. This week in our Connect 4 series, we’re talking about growing in spiritual maturity and how our small groups can help us do that. Rafe will also give you a sneak […]

In this series, we're focusing on connecting in a group. How can we care for one another well in our small group communities? Bruce and Lisa get really practical in this week's episode.

There is an epidemic of loneliness in our country. We all need to experience deep, meaningful connection, especially in the body of Christ. Lisa and Bruce talk about how to find biblical community and why the "I'm too busy" excuse is not good enough.

Mike shares about being an alcoholic, getting sober, going through a divorce, healing from past decisions to have abortions, and his journey of becoming a Christian.

Mike also talks about using his story and experiences to be the hands and feet of Christ as a sponsor in Alcoholics Anonymous and through serving those in pregnancy crises at Hope Women's Center.

Shari Buie has served in jail and prison ministry for over 14 years. On this episode, she shares about what it's like to go into jails and prisons, the process of building relationships with the inmates, and the impact this ministry has had on her life and the lives of others.

Shari and her husband have led addiction recovery programs with inmates, Celebrate Recovery and Overcomers. They also created a program called "Possum Talks" that helps incarcerated fathers build relationships with their children.

In this week's summer story, we're talking to some on our amazing VBS volunteers. Why do they spend countless hours getting ready for this special week? You'll love their reasons.

In our next Summer Story, we talk to Christy Wages, Kristi Sherman, and Julie Watkins about their healing after pregnancy loss and how the organization Hope Mommies offered them support and purpose. Learn where you can also find hope and how you can support their efforts to help other moms.