Jesus calls us to something deeper: to become peacemakers who bring resolution, not just winners of arguments. Drawing on Matthew 5:9, we explore what it means to pursue true peace and why it’s essential to live out our faith through reconciliation, even in today’s polarized world.

This message dives into the powerful story of Onesimus and Philemon and how peacemaking transformed a broken relationship. We’ll unpack the dangers of neglecting peace—from strained relationships to missed spiritual opportunities—and show the freedom that comes when we embrace humility and forgiveness. Plus, we’ll walk through practical steps to help us listen, speak with love, and prioritize unity over victory. So tune in, get inspired, and find out why pursuing peace is one of the most impactful things we can do—not just for ourselves but for those around us.

We kicked off our new series, “Stop”, with a deep dive into the topic: “Stop Reacting, Start Reflecting.”

We are continuing our sermon series titled “Enough,” focusing on how God provides when we feel like we’re not enough. This week, we’ll discuss the common struggle of feeling inadequate or lacking in strength, ability, or resources. We’ll explore the story of Paul in Philippians 4:11-13, where he teaches that true contentment comes not from our circumstances, but through relying on Christ’s strength. We’ll also look at Moses’ story and remind ourselves of God’s love in 1 John 3:1, which affirms our worth as His children. Practical steps like shifting our focus to God’s provision, asking for His strength, and practicing gratitude can help us find contentment. No matter what we face, God is always enough, providing peace and strength in every circumstance.

This week we discussed how great leaders choose integrity!

We discuss how true leadership goes beyond just completing tasks—it's about genuinely loving and investing in others. Simply "checking the boxes" isn't enough if we're not also spending meaningful time with those we care about. Through passages from Exodus 20, Matthew 22, and 1 Corinthians 13, we'll see how Jesus and others in scripture demonstrated leadership by prioritizing love above all else. We encourage our students to focus on what God says matters most: loving Him, loving others, and sharing good things with those they lead.

David prayed, "Search me, oh God." He wanted to invite God in to show Him where he was missing the mark and allow God to lead in those areas.

Great leaders follow through. We want to be a person worth following. In order to do that we have to follow the One who is worth following in Jesus.

The early church made dangerous prayers and God showed up. Peter and John prayer for God to make them bold to preach the gospel even when they were facing persecution.