Experience the power of Easter through the stories of Simon, the centurion, the disciples, and Mary, each encountering Jesus in a deeply personal way. This message walks through the Gospels to reveal how ordinary moments can become life-changing encounters with Christ. From the weight of the cross to the wonder of the empty tomb, we’re reminded that Jesus doesn’t just inform our minds, He transforms our hearts.

If you’ve ever felt distant, doubtful, or stuck, this sermon is an invitation to recognize Jesus, surrender fully, and step into the new life He offers. The tomb is empty, and that changes everything.

In this message from our Fully Alive series, we explore what it truly means to live with radical obedience to God.

Through powerful moments from Scripture—Abraham’s “go,” Mary’s “yes,” the disciples dropping everything, Ananias’ “even though,” and Jesus’ ultimate surrender, we’re challenged to ask a simple but life-changing question: Do you see the moment God is calling you into?

Radical obedience isn’t just about following rules, it’s about trusting God deeply, stepping out in faith, and surrendering your will for His greater purpose.

No matter where you are in your journey, this message will encourage you to take your next step, even when it’s uncomfortable.

Through the story of the woman caught in adultery, we see how Jesus perfectly balances grace and truth. He doesn’t condemn, but He also doesn’t ignore sin. Instead, He calls us to examine our own hearts first, and then go into the world loving others without compromising biblical truth.

In a culture full of confusion, this message challenges us to move beyond judgment or passive acceptance—and instead live like Jesus: full of compassion, conviction, and courage.

In this message, we explore what it means to live a Spirit-empowered life. From the chaos of creation in Genesis to the ministry of Jesus, we see that the Holy Spirit has always been present—bringing order, life, and power. The same Spirit that hovered over the waters and empowered Jesus is given to believers today. Are you trying to live your faith on your own strength, or are you allowing the Holy Spirit to lead every part of your life?

What does real Christian community actually look like? In this message from our Fully Alive: Marks of a Disciple series, we explore why authentic biblical community is essential for spiritual growth. Looking at the early church in Acts 2, we discover that faith was never meant to be lived alone.

Many of us avoid community because of lies we believe about ourselves—fear, busyness, past mistakes, or the feeling that we don’t belong. But God designed us to grow, heal, and follow Jesus together. When we step into genuine, Christ-centered relationships, we find encouragement, accountability, and the strength to live fully alive in Him.

In this message, Pastor Ryan kicks off our new series Fully Alive: The Marks of a Disciple by unpacking one of the core values of a fully alive Christian: being Passionately Rooted.

Drawing from 2 Timothy 3:16-17, we explore the four things Scripture does in our lives — it teaches us, exposes us, corrects us, and trains us — so we can be complete and equipped for everything God has called us to.

The question isn't just do you read your Bible? It's — are you remaining in Jesus so deeply that people can see Him in you?

What does it mean to truly see people the way Jesus sees them? In this special Compassion Week message, Pastor Ryan and guest Pastor Jonathan unpack the heart of compassion — not as a feeling, but as a call to action. From the streets of Michigan to the refugee camps of northern Iraq, this message will challenge you to step out of comfort, open your eyes to the broken world around you, and discover where true fulfillment is really found.

📖 Matthew 20 | Luke 12

In this episode of Radiant Reflections, Ryan and Brandon wrap up The Familiar Stranger by Tyler Statton and talk about one of the biggest keys to spiritual formation: community. They unpack what it means to truly abide in Jesus, why isolation is dangerous, and how real growth often happens through messy relationships. The conversation closes with a powerful look at the Holy Spirit as our Advocate, Counselor, and Comforter—the One who reminds us we are truly God’s beloved.

In this message, we finish our What We Believe series by unpacking the final line of the Apostles’ Creed: the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting. Using 1 Corinthians 15, we’re reminded that death is real—but it is not the end, and it will not have the final victory. Eternal life doesn’t start when we die… it begins the moment we truly know Jesus.

In this episode, we continue our discussion through The Familiar Stranger by Tyler Staton, exploring what it really means to experience union with God and live as an apprentice of Jesus. We talk about how true spirituality should never lead to isolation, but should draw us deeper into love, community, and transformation.

This conversation challenges shallow Christianity and invites us into a faith that actually reshapes the way we live, love others, and understand God’s presence in our everyday lives.