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🔥 Baptized by Fire | Matthew 3:11-12 🔥
Week 4 of “The Holy Spirit and the Church”

In this powerful message, we explore John the Baptist’s words about Jesus, who came not only to baptize with water but with the Holy Spirit and fire. What does it mean to be “baptized by fire”? How does the Holy Spirit refine, empower, and transform believers today?

Join us as we dive into Matthew 3:11-12 and discover the Spirit’s role in shaping a vibrant, Spirit-filled church.

📖 Scripture: Matthew 3:11-12
📅 Series: The Holy Spirit and the Church (Week 4)

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The Father of Gifts | The Holy Spirit and the Church (Week 3) | Luke 11:11–13

God is not a reluctant giver—He is a loving Father who delights in giving good gifts to His children. In this message, The Father of Gifts, we look at Luke 11:11–13 and discover how Jesus invites us to approach God with boldness and expectancy, especially when it comes to the greatest gift of all: the Holy Spirit.

This sermon is part 3 of our series, The Holy Spirit and the Church, where we’re exploring who the Holy Spirit is, how He works, and why He matters for every believer and for the life of the church today.

📖 Scripture: Luke 11:11–13
📅 Series: The Holy Spirit and the Church (Week 3)

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Fruit of the Holy Spirit | The Holy Spirit and the Church (Week 2) | Galatians 5:22-23

In this message, we explore what it truly means to live a Spirit-filled life by bearing the fruit of the Holy Spirit. Based on Galatians 5:22-23, we examine how love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control are not just virtues to strive for—they are evidence of the Spirit at work in us.

This is Week 2 of our series The Holy Spirit and the Church, where we’re learning how the Spirit shapes our lives, empowers our witness, and builds Christ’s church.

📖 Key Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23
📅 Series: The Holy Spirit and the Church (Week 2)

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Never Walk Alone | The Holy Spirit and the Church (Week 1) | John 14:16–19, 26–27

In the first message of our new series The Holy Spirit and the Church, we explore Jesus' promise that we are never alone. In John 14, He assures His disciples—and us—that the Holy Spirit will come to live with us and in us, guiding, comforting, and empowering us every step of the way.

Whether you’re facing uncertainty, fear, or simply feeling isolated, this message reminds us of the powerful truth: we never walk alone. The Spirit of God is present, active, and closer than we think.

📖 Key Scripture: John 14:16–19, 26–27
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Crazy Faith | The Practice of Prayer (Week 4) | Mark 11:22–24

What does it look like to pray with Crazy Faith? In this powerful message from Week 4 of our series The Practice of Prayer, we explore Jesus’ bold words in Mark 11:22–24—where He calls us to believe without doubting and pray with mountain-moving faith.

Join us as we unpack what it means to truly trust God in our prayers, even when the outcome seems impossible. Whether you're new to prayer or looking to reignite your faith, this message will challenge and inspire you to pray bigger, bolder prayers grounded in the power and promises of God.

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Inner Power | The Practice of Prayer (Week 3) | Ephesians 3:14-21

In this message, we explore Paul’s powerful prayer in Ephesians 3:14–21 and what it means to be strengthened with inner power through the Spirit. True spiritual strength isn’t about outward success—it's about being rooted in the love of Christ and filled with the fullness of God.

This is Week 3 of our sermon series, The Practice of Prayer, where we're learning how to pray with purpose, confidence, and intimacy. Whether you’re new to prayer or looking to grow deeper in your walk with God, this message will help you discover the inner strength that only comes through communion with Him.

🕊️ Key Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21
📖 Series: The Practice of Prayer (Week 3)

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How Do I Pray to God? | The Practice of Prayer – Week 2
📖 Matthew 6:9-13

Prayer can feel intimidating, confusing, or even awkward. But in Matthew 6, Jesus gives us a powerful and practical model for talking to God. In this message, we take a deeper look at the Lord’s Prayer—not just as something to recite, but as a guide to a real, honest, and vibrant prayer life.

This is Week 2 of our series The Practice of Prayer, where we’re exploring how to move from prayer as a ritual to prayer as a relationship.

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ASK, SEEK, KNOCK | The Practice of Prayer – Week 1
📖 Matthew 7:7–11

What does it really mean to ask, seek, and knock in prayer? In the first message of our new series The Practice of Prayer, we explore Jesus’ invitation to pursue God persistently and confidently. This teaching from Matthew 7:7–11 reminds us that God is a good Father who delights in giving good gifts to His children—and that prayer isn’t about getting the right words, but growing the right relationship.

🙏 Whether you're new to prayer or looking to deepen your walk with God, this message will help you take your next step in a life of prayer.

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Positioned for Blessing | 2 Chronicles 7:1–22 | 06/29/25

What does it mean to be a church truly positioned for God’s blessing? In this message from our Christ’s Church series, we explore 2 Chronicles 7:1–22, where God responds to Solomon’s temple dedication with fire from heaven and a call to humility, repentance, and prayer.

This passage reminds us that God's blessing isn't random—it's often the result of being rightly aligned with Him. As we prepare for July’s sermon series on prayer, this message lays the foundation by calling us back to the heart of what God desires from His people.

🙏 New series on prayer begins next week—don’t miss it!

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Ephesians: God's Blueprint For A Transformed Life | 06/22/25

In this foundational message, we explore the powerful truths found in Ephesians chapters 1–3. Discover how the Apostle Paul lays out God's incredible plan for identity, grace, and spiritual transformation — not just for the early church, but for us today. This sermon sets the stage for a deeper dive into the book of Ephesians and invites you to see your life through the lens of God's eternal purpose.

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🗓 June 25 – Ephesians 1
🗓 July 16 – Ephesians 2
🗓 August 13 – Ephesians 3
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This week's message is from Pastor Stacey Carr and Beth Cable.

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