In this message from the Sermon on the Mount, Executive Pastor, Glenn Goldsberry walks through Jesus’ invitation in Matthew 7:7–12 to ask, seek, and knock, showing that prayer is not a formula to get what we want, but a relationship built on trust in a good Father. Keep asking. Keep seeking. Keep knocking—not because God is hard to convince, but because He is good to trust.

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“Don’t judge.” It’s one of the most quoted — and most misunderstood — sayings of Jesus. In this episode, we return to the Sermon on the Mount to explore what Jesus really meant in Matthew 7. Rather than calling us to blind acceptance or harsh criticism, Jesus exposes our tendency toward a destructive, hypocritical spirit and invites us into something better: humble self-examination, clear-eyed discernment, and tender care for others. Discover how the grace of Christ frees us from being “beam-in-the-eye” people and forms us into a community marked not by judgment, but by mercy.

This week, we celebrate seven years of God’s faithfulness at Renaissance while also stepping into a significant season of transition. Rooted in Acts 13, we explore how healthy, God-honoring transitions are discerned in community, marked by dependence on God, and directed by the Holy Spirit. In that context, Pastor Christopher shares the bittersweet news of his upcoming call to serve at another church, along with what’s next for Renaissance and the leaders God is raising up. It’s a message about trust, obedience, and believing that the same God who began this work will faithfully lead it forward.

We love underdog stories, but every world-changing life includes someone who invested and walked closely with them. In this episode, we explore Jesus’ call of His first disciples in Matthew 4 and uncover the not-so-secret way God changes the world: relational, life-on-life discipleship. Discover how following Jesus means opening your life, showing up over time, and being remade for purposes bigger than yourself.

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As a new year begins, we’re invited to reflect on where our lives are headed and what truly drives us. In this message, we explore the difference between selfish ambition, sloth, and godly ambition—the kind of desire that is empowered by God’s grace and aimed at His glory. Drawing from the story of Solomon and Paul’s words to the Thessalonians, this sermon calls us to name, plan for, and step into ambitions that produce good, flow from faith, and honor Jesus.

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Life rarely goes according to plan—and the Christmas story proves it. In this message, we explore how God often works through interruptions, why His favor doesn’t always feel favorable, and how Mary’s response teaches us to be curious, confident, and ultimately surrendered to God’s purposes. As we step into a new year, this episode invites us to trust God in the disruptions and respond with a faithful, courageous “yes.”

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In this Advent message, Best Gift Ever, we explore the theme of love through the promise of Emmanuel—God with us. Tracing the prophecy of Isaiah and its fulfillment in the birth of Jesus, this episode reminds us that God doesn’t remove every fear or fix every circumstance, but He faithfully enters into them with us. From a frightened king to a confused Joseph to a suffering prisoner in a concentration camp, we’re invited to receive the greatest gift of all—not comfort or control, but God’s presence.

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Experience the wonder of Christmas through miracle stories that will transform your perspective on faith! Pastor Chris shares the powerful healing of Emma McKinley and other testimonies from around the world that prove God is still in the miracle business. Discover how to maintain joy even when facing disappointment, and learn the simple formula: Jesus, Others, Yourself (JOY). A message that will remind you that nothing is impossible with God!

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Ready to experience Christmas differently this year? This Christmas, discover how God's kingdom brings a revolutionary new way of living in harmony with others - even in the midst of family tension. Pastor Chris unpacks powerful truths from Isaiah 11, revealing how God can breathe new life into dormant relationships and transform our family gatherings. You'll learn practical ways to release the sound of heaven in your interactions, replacing discord with divine harmony.

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Are you spiritually awake or sleepwalking through life? In this message, Pastor Chris kicks off Week 1 of Advent and unpacks what it means to stay alert for Christ's return. Drawing parallels between Christmas morning excitement and our spiritual alertness, discover how to break free from spiritual slumber and live with purpose. Learn practical ways to combat weariness, worldliness, and waiting - three key factors that can lull us into spiritual sleep.

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