In this powerful message, we're reminded of our role as forerunners between Christ's first and second coming. The story of John the Baptist serves as our inspiration, showing us how to prepare the way for the Lord. We're called to embrace our identity in Scripture, just as John did, deriving our purpose from God's word rather than the world. The wilderness, though challenging, is presented as a crucial place of formation where God strips away distractions and reveals our true selves. This message encourages us to value spiritual family, where older believers speak destiny over the younger generation. Ultimately, our mission is clear: to help others see God's salvation in Jesus Christ. As we approach Advent, let's reflect on how we can be burning lamps for God, drawing others to His light in a world of darkness.

Luke 12:35 gives us a snapshot of the kind of life we're to be living in light of Jesus' SECOND ADVENT...

Dressed in the righteousness of Christ and the armor of God

Ready for service, giving ourselves fully to the King and his kingdom purposes in our lifetime

Lamps burning with first love fire until he comes again.

In our exploration of Matthew 12, we encounter Jesus as He challenges our understanding of spiritual identity by presenting Himself as greater than the temple, Jonah, and Solomon.

What does this mean for us?

It signifies that Jesus invites us into a life of ongoing encounter and transformation. He is greater than the temple, meaning our relationship with Him transcends traditional rituals and physical spaces. We are called to perceive His presence in every aspect of our ordinary lives, recognizing Jesus' activity in our workplaces, homes, and communities. Just as He confronted the Pharisees with the true meaning of the Sabbath, we are invited to embrace His restful yoke, shedding burdens that are born of human tradition and finding refreshment in His presence.

This encounter offers us not just spiritual knowledge but a living, breathing relationship that requires a responsive heart—a heart that adopts childlike trust, similar to the unquestioning faith of Bartimaeus in Mark 10.

We are encouraged to align our lives with His teachings, experiencing rest and freedom as we live out His truth.

In Mark 10, we discover four powerful movements that shape our journey as disciples of Christ. First, we're called to embrace a childlike posture of dependency and trust, recognizing that the Kingdom of God is a gift to be received, not earned. This humility opens our hearts to experience the joy and wonder of God's love. Next, we're challenged to examine our priorities, ensuring that Christ remains at the center of our lives. Just as Jesus confronted the rich ruler's attachment to wealth, we too must confront the idols in our hearts that compete for our devotion. The practice of discipleship then unfolds through servanthood, as we're reminded that true greatness in God's kingdom is found in serving others. Finally, we're granted the incredible privilege of friendship with God, able to approach Him boldly with our needs and desires. This journey of discipleship transforms us, aligning our hearts with God's and empowering us to live out His purposes in the world.

In this powerful message, Pastor Neil Broere walked us through Genesis 7 and the story of Noah and the ark. Doors PROTECT, SEPARATE and CONNECT...it's in the HALLWAY of delay, when God closes one door and opens another that we often loose heart and abandon trust and patience knowing that it is the LORD who determines times and season. In hallways of transition WORSHIP and WAIT on the LORD!

In this powerful exploration of Genesis 1, we're reminded of God's incredible power to bring order out of chaos. The phrase 'formless and void' (tohu wabohu in Hebrew) paints a vivid picture of a world in disarray, much like our own lives and society can feel at times. But just as God spoke light into darkness, He can speak order into our chaos. We're called to be co-creators with God, bringing His order and beauty into our spheres of influence. This isn't just about tidying up our physical spaces, but about aligning our lives with God's wisdom and will. When we submit to God's 'form,' we create space for His abundant 'fill.' In a world that often rejects divine boundaries, we're challenged to find true freedom in God's design, recognizing that His presence and purpose are what sustain all of creation.

In this message Pastor Chad unpacks the various dynamics involved in what Jesus meant by calling his church salt in light in the world. We're called OUT of the world, called UNTO Jesus as his peculiar covenant people and SENT OUT to bear witness to his reign and rule for all of life. Though our faith is deeply personal, it is NOT private! We're called to shine the light of Jesus all over the earth for HIS glory and the good of those around us.

This message from Rick Schaeffer emphasizes the importance of returning to the fundamental truths of the gospel and our union with Christ. The speaker shares personal experiences and biblical insights to remind believers of God's faithfulness to His promises and the power of intercession. The message encourages Christians to renew their faith in the gospel, embrace their identity in Christ, and believe in God's promises for both personal transformation and kingdom expansion.

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In this message Pastor Chad gives us a brief biblical precedent to contend for REGIONAL RENEWAL and REVIVAL. By looking at the origin story of the church at Ephesus, we discover keys that unlock the door to regional preparation for a move of God's Holy Spirit.

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In this message Pastor Chad walks us through the exhortation passages from the Book of Hebrews.

Don't DRIFT from the message

Don't settle for an UNBELIEVING heart

Don't STOP until you've entered REST

Boldly approach the throne for MERCY and GRACE

Don't STOP meeting together

Throw OFF every HINDRANCE and SIN

Lean in and Listen to the voice of JESUS TOGETHER!