Pastor Ryan opens up our new Advent Sermon series called "Peace on Earth." 

The church is the center of God’s mission in the world. God works through His people—through what they already have—to bring hope, healing, and transformation.

Have you ever felt like what you have to offer isn’t enough? In John 6:1-14, we see a young boy bring his meager lunch—five loaves and two fish—and place it in Jesus’ hands. What happens next is nothing short of miraculous: Jesus feeds over five thousand people and still has twelve baskets of leftovers. This story isn’t just about a miracle; it’s a powerful reminder that God doesn’t ask us for what we don’t have. He asks us to trust Him with what we do have, no matter how small it may seem. In this sermon, we’ll explore how God can take our ordinary offerings and use them in extraordinary ways to meet needs, bless others, and display His power. What’s in your hands today that Jesus can multiply? Join us as we discover the incredible potential of placing what we have in the hands of God.

Matthew 5:13-16 isn’t just a nice metaphor—it’s a calling to actively engage the world with God’s love, truth, and justice. Without living as salt and light, believers lose their impact, faith becomes hollow, and the world lacks a clear picture of God’s goodness. But when we live out this calling, God’s presence shines through us, drawing others toward hope, healing, and transformation.

Some people say that rules were made to be broken. Others say “the rules are the rules for a reason.” Then, Jesus comes along and says, “People, it’s not even about the rules!” So, what does he mean? That all the boundaries are gone and we can just live any way we want? No, Pastor Mike says it’s something even better than that. Join him as he explains.

Ask people how life is going and they might just might tell you, “It’s all good!” But if we’re honest, sometimes, life feels anything but good. It’s more like challenging, confusing, or downright unendurable. We may even wonder if God has left town or if he’s just ignoring us. But we’ll find out in this special Mother’s Day message from Pastor Marie why the opposite is true… and how we can avoid developing "spiritual leprosy" when we’re facing pain and loss.

Focusing our faith on religious rituals and expressions is like looking at a beautiful sculpture and worshipping the chisel. It’s a classic example of missing the point. Jesus offers us something deeper and more meaningful than empty religion. Join Pastor Mike as he explains what it is.

It doesn’t matter if you’re right on time. If you’re waiting at the wrong place, well, you’re gonna be there a while. The same is true when you’re waiting for a miracle. The time might be right; the need may be great. But if you’re not where God wants to meet you, you might be on your own. This week, Pastor Mike will explain why getting properly positioned for divine intervention often comes down to following one simple direction.

Being a true disciple means following Jesus—even when his footsteps lead straight out of our comfort zone and into unfamiliar territory. How do we learn to do that? This week, Pastor Mike explains why it's a lot like becoming a bricklayer.