Ever feel like you’re capable of more… but something keeps holding you back?

In this message, Pastor Matt Brown gets real about what it actually takes to unlock your full potential—not through hype, but through growth, discipline, and resilience. You’ll hear why comparison and social media can distort how you see yourself, how the right people can help you discover your strengths, and why the path to becoming your best self usually includes discomfort.

You’ll also learn a simple framework to push through setbacks (the “I won’t / I can’t / I will / I am / I did” stages), plus a mindset shift that changes everything: emotions are a mirror, not a map.

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What does it really mean to let go and trust? In this message, we explore a powerful story about success, control, and the cost of chasing what we think will satisfy us. Through the contrast between a child and a wealthy, accomplished man, we’re invited to rethink what truly matters and why letting go can feel so hard. This talk wrestles honestly with ambition, identity, and the fear of losing what we’ve built. Sometimes the very things we cling to are what keep us from the life we actually want.

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Our culture treats marriage like a vibe, a contract, or a feeling — but feelings change fast. This message challenges the idea that relationships should be disposable and asks what it really takes to build something that lasts. We talk about how desire, independence, and unrealistic expectations quietly sabotage love before we even notice. Whether you’re single, dating, married, or healing from a breakup, this is about learning to choose commitment over convenience. Real relationships aren’t about chasing the next spark — they’re about becoming the kind of person who can actually keep one.

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Conflict shows up in every relationship, but most of us were never taught how to handle it well. In this message, Jesus offers a practical and challenging way to deal with conflict without destroying relationships. Instead of avoidance, gossip, or escalation, He calls us toward honesty, accountability, and grace. The message also confronts a hard truth: refusing to give grace after receiving it leads to bitterness and broken connection. This talk offers wisdom for healing relationships and moving forward with clarity and hope.

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What if every person mattered — no exceptions? Jesus tells a story about a shepherd who leaves ninety-nine sheep just to find the one that wandered, reminding us that real love doesn’t rank people or write them off. This message is about learning to see others with compassion, celebrating even small steps forward, and remembering that your life carries real worth — even on the days you doubt it.  You are seen. You are valued. You are worth searching for.

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That quiet stretch between Christmas and New Year’s can feel strange. We rest. We think. We replay the past year — sometimes with joy, sometimes regret. This message is about reflection — not guilt, not pressure — but honest growth. Because when we don’t reflect, we repeat. And the cracks we ignore in our character, stress, or ego often follow us into the next season.
If you want to step into the new year more grounded and intentional, this talk will guide you through simple reflection that leads to real change — not more hustle.
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In this message, we look at how the lights in the heavens are not random or accidental. The sun’s distance, the moon’s position, and even the protection of distant planets all point to intentional design. Science can describe what these lights are—but only God reveals why they exist and what they mean for us.

That same God placed a specific light in the sky to lead the Magi to Jesus. Scholars, astronomers, and seekers from another culture followed the star until it brought them face-to-face with the Savior. Their journey reminds us that no amount of knowledge, intelligence, or sincerity can replace the need for Jesus.

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Ever feel like you’re working way too hard to be "the best" at everything? Most of us are exhausted from trying to keep up an image, but Jesus has a totally different (and much more relaxing) way to live.

In this part of our Gospel of Matthew series, we’re talking about the "Good Person" trap. Even the best people struggle with pride. It’s the thing that secretly messes up our marriages, our parenting, and our peace of mind. Jesus points us to a surprising teacher on how to be "great": a child. Turns out, the secret to a better life isn't more ego. It's more humility.

Family tension, financial pressure, emotional exhaustion, broken relationships — the weight can feel overwhelming. In this message, Pastor Fredo Ramos explores why powerlessness shows up so strongly this time of year and what to do when our usual fixes stop working.

This talk invites us to rethink strength, faith, and control. It’s not about trying harder or pretending everything is fine. It’s about discovering a deeper kind of trust — one that meets us right in the middle of our real lives, not just our mountaintop moments.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, exhausted, or unsure how to move forward when things feel impossible, this message is for you.

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We’re all making decisions based on what feels safe or worthwhile. But what if the biggest risk isn’t out there somewhere… what if it’s staying the same?

In this message, Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown shares honest, funny, and deeply relatable stories—from awkward gym encounters to facing fears in everyday life—to explore a bigger question: Is the life you’re holding onto actually holding you back? Through a look at one of Jesus’ most challenging teachings, you’ll discover why real change often requires letting go, rethinking old assumptions, and seeing yourself with new clarity.

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