Sermon Library | Bridgeway Community Church

Pastor Gary Coiro

What’s your why? Join Bridgeway Community Church this Sunday as continues our series, “9 Pillars to Help Us Persevere,” with his message, “What’s Your Why?” Discover how aligning your life with God’s vision, seeking His kingdom, and fixing your eyes on Jesus can sustain your faith through life’s challenges. Be encouraged to see how God can use trials to refine your faith, deepen your trust, and shape you into the person He has called you to become as you hold on to eternal hope.

How do we develop a faith that stands firm through life’s challenges? Join Bridgeway Community Church as Pastor Gary Coiro shares “My Head, My Hands, My Heart,” exploring Education as a pillar of perseverance. Discover how knowing God’s Word, putting it into practice, and following the way of Jesus work together to deepen our faith and develop spiritual maturity. Through practical encouragement, learn how to align your beliefs with your actions and embrace spiritual practices that help you grow in Christ, persevere, and finish well.

Join us this Sunday as Pastor Will Eastham continues our “9 Pillars of Perseverance” series with a message on “Vision.” Drawing from 2 Corinthians 4:5–18, Pastor Will will explore how Jesus gives us a more glorious vision, purpose in our struggles, and hope for a more glorious tomorrow. Discover how fixing our eyes on Christ and His eternal promises can renew our hearts and strengthen us to endure today’s challenges. Come be encouraged to persevere as we reflect on who Jesus is, all He has done, and the future He promises.

Join us this Sunday as Pastor Lisa Bryson shares “Persevere: Because Giving Up Is Not an Option,” exploring exhortation—the fifth pillar of perseverance. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 15:33–34, she reveals how loving encouragement, correction, and biblical truth awaken us to God’s truth, anchor us in our faith, and advance us toward His purpose. Whether you are weary from waiting, facing difficult circumstances, or struggling to take the next step, discover how God strengthens us through His Word, His Spirit, and one another. Be encouraged to receive godly wisdom, speak truth in love, and keep your eyes fixed on Jesus as you continue walking faithfully with Him.

Join us this Sunday at Bridgeway Community Church as Minister Tracey Coiro explores exhortation, one of the "9 Pillars of Perseverance," with a heartfelt challenge: love someone enough to tell them the truth. Through Scripture and relatable stories, discover how loving correction, timely encouragement, and patient support help us recognize our blind spots and grow as devoted followers of Jesus. Learn practical steps for coming alongside others with humility, courage, and grace—and opening your own heart to receive the same care. Be encouraged to build relationships that restore, strengthen, and help us persevere together in faith.

Join Bridgeway Community Church this Friendship Sunday as Dr. David Anderson continues the “9 Pillars of Perseverance” series with a message on “Support.” Discover how healthy support systems can strengthen your faith and help you persevere in your relationships, emotional and mental well-being, finances, and spiritual life. Through biblical teaching and practical encouragement, learn the importance of surrounding yourself with people who guide you toward goodness, purity, righteousness, and wisdom—and becoming that kind of support for others. Whatever challenges you face, be reminded that you don’t have to walk through them alone.

Join Bridgeway Community Church this Sunday as Dr. David Anderson continues the “9 Pillars of Perseverance” series with a message on Relationships. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 15:33–34, discover how the people walking alongside you influence your ability to endure and become who God created you to be. Learn to recognize seasonal relationships, understand the difference between transactional and transformational connections, cultivate trusted friendships, and set boundaries with toxic influences. Be encouraged to embrace your God-given identity, invest in relationships that help you grow, and deepen your relationship with Jesus—the most important relationship of all.

This Sunday, join us for the second message in Dr. David Anderson’s 9 Pillars of Perseverance series: “Encouragement.” As we continue learning how to endure through life’s challenges, we’ll discover three essential sources of encouragement that help us persevere: the Word of God, the Will to Win, and the Walk with Friends. Whether you’re in a season of strength or feeling like you’re running your last mile, this message will remind you that you don’t have to persevere alone. Come be encouraged, strengthened, and reminded to keep your eyes on God and the finish line!

Join Dr. David Anderson for Vision Kick-Off Sunday as Bridgeway celebrates 35 years of God’s grace and embraces its ministry-year theme. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 15, Dr. Anderson reminds us that our believing, receiving, and laboring in the Lord are never in vain. Be encouraged to remain steadfast, keep the faith, and continue watering the seeds God has planted—even when growth is not yet visible. Now is not the time to quit, give in, or give up; it is time to persist with grace and grit!