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On October 6, 2024, Pastor Jon Delger continued the sermon series Calling Out Cultural Lies with a message based on Jeremiah 29:1-9. He addressed the common notion that Christians should avoid politics, emphasizing that believers are called to seek the welfare of the community in which God has placed them. Drawing from Jeremiah’s letter to the exiles in Babylon, Pastor Delger explained that Christians should be active participants in society, bringing God’s truth and love to bear on public issues. He encouraged the congregation to pray, vote, and even run for office if called to do so. The central idea was that engaging in politics is not just permissible but sometimes necessary for loving our neighbors and promoting justice.

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On September 29, 2024, Pastor Ryan Kimmel preached from Jeremiah 17:9, continuing the sermon series Calling Out Cultural Lies. The focus of this sermon was on the common cultural saying, "Follow your heart," which Pastor Ryan argued is a deceitful and dangerous lie. He explained that our hearts are inherently deceitful, broken by sin, and cannot be trusted to guide us toward true happiness or righteousness. Instead, he urged the congregation to follow God, who offers a new heart and true guidance through His Word. Pastor Ryan emphasized that only by surrendering our hearts to God can we experience real joy and purpose.

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On September 22, 2024, Pastor Ryan Kimmel delivered a sermon in the series Calling Out Cultural Lies based on 1 John 4:7-12. He confronted the phrase "love is love," arguing that it oversimplifies and distorts the true nature of love, as defined by God. Pastor Ryan explained that love is not merely a human emotion or physical reaction but is transcendent and originates from God, as demonstrated through Jesus Christ. He emphasized the biblical understanding of love (agape), contrasting it with cultural redefinitions that strip love of its divine purpose and truth. The call was for Christians to reflect God's love by loving one another deeply and authentically, grounded in the truth of the gospel.

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On September 15, 2024, Pastor Ryan Kimmel continued the sermon series "Calling Out Cultural Lies", focusing on the prevalent moral standard: "As long as it doesn’t hurt someone else." Drawing from 1 Corinthians 10:23-33, Pastor Ryan challenged this notion, arguing that it promotes selfishness and a lowest-common-denominator ethic. Instead, Christians are called to a higher standard: to live for the glory of God and for the good of others. Our actions, as followers of Christ, should seek to benefit our neighbors and reflect God’s goodness, rather than simply avoiding harm. 

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On September 8, 2024, Pastor Ryan Kimmel delivered a sermon in the series "Calling Out Cultural Lies," focusing on the cultural mantra "Live your truth." Drawing from John 8:31-36, Pastor Ryan explained that this phrase, though seemingly empowering, is misleading and opposes the true freedom that comes from living in God's truth. He emphasized that truth is not subjective but found in Jesus' teachings, and that true freedom is freedom from sin, which only Christ can provide. The message encourages believers to embrace the truth of the gospel over cultural deceptions.

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On August 25, 2024, Pastor Aaron Lewis delivered a powerful sermon from John 5:15-18 as part of the "It Had To Be Said" series. He emphasized that Jesus is not merely a moral teacher or exemplary figure but is God in the flesh, a truth that demands transformation in the lives of believers. Pastor Aaron warned against the dangers of legalism and religious hypocrisy, urging the congregation to move beyond mere intellectual acknowledgment of Jesus and to genuinely experience His presence and lordship in their lives. He challenged listeners to recognize and remove anything that hinders their relationship with God, highlighting that God's pursuit of our hearts is relentless and loving. The sermon concluded with practical steps to deepen one's faith, including journaling obstacles to spiritual growth, engaging with others in community, and sharing the gospel. 

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On September 1, 2024, Pastor Logan Bailey delivered a sermon titled "The Lord Is Mine," based on Psalm 23. He highlighted the profound comfort and confidence found in viewing the Lord as our personal Shepherd, Protector, and Savior. The sermon emphasized that God's love is not just an abstract concept, but an active, transforming force that leads, protects, and ultimately brings us to eternal joy. Pastor Logan urged the congregation to trust fully in Jesus as their shepherd, reminding them that with the Lord as their guide, they lack nothing, and nothing can separate them from His love.

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On Sunday, August 25, Pastor Ryan Kimmel concluded the "It Had To Be Said" sermon series with a message on Luke 23:39-43, focusing on Jesus' powerful words from the cross. As Jesus endured the agony of crucifixion, He promised paradise to the repentant thief, emphasizing the profound truth that because Christ endured the punishment of the cross, we can receive the paradise of heaven. Pastor Kimmel highlighted the stark contrast between the two criminals crucified alongside Jesus, illustrating that when confronted with Christ, we have the choice to either judge Him or judge ourselves, to reject Him or receive Him. The sermon underscored the infinite value of Christ's sacrifice, encouraging believers to accept His grace and live in response to the salvation He provides.

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On August 18, 2024, Pastor Aaron Lewis delivered a sermon based on John 5:9-14 as part of the "It Had To Be Said" series. He highlighted Jesus' mission to redeem and restore humanity, contrasting it with the legalistic self-righteousness that often prevails in religious practices. Pastor Aaron urged the congregation to prioritize the principles of faith over rigid methods, emphasizing that true holiness comes from inward transformation, not outward conformity. He also warned against managing sin superficially and encouraged embracing the healing and freedom that Jesus offers. The sermon concluded with a call to fight sin through the power of the Gospel and to align with Jesus' mission of redemption.

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On August 18, 2024, Pastor Ryan Kimmel delivered a powerful message from Luke 23:34, focusing on Jesus' profound words from the cross: "Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do." Pastor Ryan emphasized the transformative power of these words, which reveal Jesus' deep love and commitment even in the face of unimaginable suffering. He shared how these words cut through the noise of our world, challenging us to understand the true nature of forgiveness, prayer, and salvation. Jesus’ prayer on the cross serves as the ultimate example of intercessory prayer, demonstrating His ongoing love and intercession for us even now. Pastor Ryan encouraged the congregation to reflect on the depth of Jesus' sacrifice and to respond with gratitude and worship.

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