The harvest is ripe, and we are called to be workers in God's field. This powerful message centers on John 4, where Jesus speaks about the plentiful harvest and the need for laborers. We're reminded that our eyes need to be opened to see the spiritual opportunities all around us. The key lesson is that we all have a role to play - whether sowing, watering, or reaping - in sharing the good news of Christ. Interestingly, Jesus prays not just for the message, but for the messengers themselves to be sanctified and unified. This unity among believers becomes a powerful witness to the world. The challenge for us is clear: Who in our lives is far from God but close to us? We're encouraged to pray for these individuals, ask them genuine questions, and share our testimonies. Remember, we don't need to feel pressured to do it all - God is the one who makes things grow. Let's step into the harvest field this week, asking for eyes of compassion and hands ready to serve, showing and sharing what Jesus looks like in our everyday lives.

In this powerful exploration of Jesus' identity Travis Avila dives deep into the Old Testament prophecies and their fulfillment in Christ. The sermon takes us on a journey through Daniel's visions, connecting them to Jesus' self-proclamation as the 'Son of Man.' We're challenged to see how Jesus defied expectations, becoming both the ultimate priest and king, while crushing sin and defeating evil in an unexpected way - through His sacrificial death on the cross. This message reminds us that God's ways are often different from our expectations, urging us to seek a fresh revelation of Jesus and to live into the reality of His lordship in our lives. As we grasp the fullness of Christ's work, we're called to partner with Him in bringing His kingdom to earth, using our unique gifts to make a tangible difference in our communities.

In this powerful message, we're challenged to consider God's primary method of demonstrating Himself to the world - through His people. The story of Moses and the burning bush in Exodus 3 illustrates this beautifully. Just as God called Moses to lead His people out of Egypt, He's calling us today to be His representatives in our communities. We're not just saved to sit in church pews; we're saved to demonstrate God's character and love to those around us. This isn't about perfection, but about allowing God to work through our brokenness. The apostle Paul's words in 2 Corinthians 5 remind us that we're new creations, ambassadors for Christ. How incredible that God chooses to plead through us, 'Be reconciled to God!' This message invites us to step into our role as image-bearers with renewed passion and purpose.

In this message we walk through the central call of a disciple...to FEAST on JESUS and draw our very life from him everyday, all throughout the day!

To eat his flesh and drink his blood is to receive the full merits of his sacrificial, atoning work on the cross into the very core of our beings; believing that he is the all-sufficient Savior and Lord.

It also means abiding in and obeying his word in all of life for all of life; learning to put it into practice WITH OTHERS!

In this powerful message, we're challenged to embrace our role in Jesus' mission of discipleship. The key scripture, Luke 9:10-17, recounts the feeding of the 5,000 - a miracle that goes beyond just satisfying physical hunger. Jesus' command, 'You give them something to eat,' becomes a call for each of us to participate in nourishing others spiritually. This isn't about having all the answers or being perfect; it's about offering what we have, however little it may seem, and letting Jesus multiply it. The parallel drawn between feeding others and our own spiritual growth is striking - as we learn to 'feast on Jesus' and share that sustenance with others, we mature in our faith. This message urges us to move beyond being mere spectators in our faith journey and become active participants in building God's kingdom, starting with those closest to us.

When Jesus sees the CROWDS his desire is to FEED THEM, HEAL THEM and TEACH them the way of his kingdom. He invites YOU and ME to join in his kingdom work by GROWING UP to help FEED OTHERS!

Jesus looks at the disciples in Luke 9 and says, "YOU give them something to eat..."

Everyone knows, the ONE TEACHING/FEEDING is always the one who learns the most and GROWS the most!

Jesus wants each kingdom disciple to take responsible and share in his kingdom burden. To see the harassed and helpless find themselves under the life-giving leadership of King Jesus and learn to FEAST on his abundance as a way of life.

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!