What do you do when the work gets heavy, the opposition rises, and you feel like quitting?

In week four of From the Ground Up, Lead Pastor Steve Garcia takes us into Nehemiah 3–4, where the people of God rebuild the walls of Jerusalem while facing exhaustion, discouragement, and growing attacks. 

Through their story, we learn that God strengthens us when we engage, emboldens us when we remember who He is, and leads us forward when prayer fuels obedience.

If you’re tired, overwhelmed, or ready to walk away from something God has asked you to build — this message will renew your strength.

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What do you do when something feels too broken to fix?

In week three of From the Ground Up, Pastor Steve Garcia walks through Nehemiah 2:10–20, where Nehemiah inspects the ruins of Jerusalem and begins rallying the people to rebuild. Through his example, we learn that before something can be rebuilt, it must first be inspected; before progress can be made, others must be included; and before change can last, we must invest fully. If something in your life feels too broken to rebuild, take heart: God can make beauty from the ashes.

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A Burden for the People || From the Ground Up: Part 2 || Pastor Steve Garcia

What if the opportunity you’ve been praying for suddenly appeared — would you be ready to step into it?

In week two of From the Ground Up, Pastor Steve Garcia unpacks Nehemiah 2 and shows how prayer turns into action. After months of waiting, Nehemiah stands before the most powerful man in the world and boldly asks for the impossible — and God moves. 

This message reveals how faith prepares, steadies, and strengthens us when God opens the door.

If you’ve ever wondered how to step forward when God finally says “go,” this message will help you be ready, steady, and faithful.

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What do you do when what was once strong now lies in ruins?

In week one of From the Ground Up, Pastor Steve Garcia opens the book of Nehemiah and shows how rebuilding begins — not with blueprints or bricks, but with brokenness and prayer. 

Before Nehemiah ever lifted a stone, he lifted his voice to God. His compassion for a hurting people and his burden for a broken city reveal a powerful truth: the first step toward restoration always starts on our knees.

If something in your life feels wrecked or weary, this message will remind you: God still rebuilds what’s been broken — starting from the ground up.

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What if the very thing meant to silence your faith became the spark that spread it?

In the final week of Citizens of Heaven, Pastor Steve Garcia closes out the series with a sobering message on Persecution. 

Through the life of the Apostle Paul, we see that every attempt to stamp out the gospel only caused it to burn brighter. God’s people may be pressed, but never crushed — and His Kingdom keeps advancing, even in the fire.

If you’ve ever faced hostility for following Jesus, this message will remind you: God’s Kingdom thrives under pressure.

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What happens when God’s people settle instead of scatter?

In Week 3 of Citizens of Heaven, Pastor Steve Garcia explores how the story of the Tower of Babel and the miracle of Pentecost reveal God’s unstoppable heart for the nations. From Genesis to Acts, we see that when humanity rebels and tries to make a name for itself, God’s mercy still moves the mission forward.

If you’ve ever been tempted to stay in your comfort zone, this message will challenge and inspire you to go where God sends — because His heart is still for the world.

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If you could rewrite your family story, what would you change?

In Week 2 of Citizens of Heaven, Executive Pastor Moises Bejarano takes us through the surprising genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1—filled with brokenness, scandal, outsiders, and redemption. From Tamar’s shame to Rahab’s redemption, Ruth’s faith, and David’s failure, we see that Jesus didn’t comefrom a perfect family—He came FOR imperfect families like ours.

If you’ve ever felt unworthy, unwanted, or too far gone, this message will remind you: Jesus isn’t ashamed of your story—He came to redeem it.

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Who belongs in God’s Kingdom?

In the kickoff of our brand-new series Citizens of Heaven, Lead Pastor Steve Garcia unpacks the story of Peter and Cornelius in Acts 10—a mind-blowing moment when God revealed that His plan wasn’t just for one nation, but for all nations.

This isn’t just Peter’s story—it’s ours too. Who is your Cornelius? Who might God be preparing in your life to hear about Jesus?

Who in your life might God be calling you to reach?

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Asking for a Friend

Who—or what—is the Holy Spirit?

For many, the Father and the Son feel understandable, but the Spirit remains mysterious. Is He just a force? A ghostly presence? Or something more?

In the finale of our Asking for a Friend series, Lead Pastor Steve Garcia explores one of the most misunderstood topics in Christianity: the Holy Spirit. From creation to Pentecost to His ongoing work in our lives, the Spirit is not an “it”—He is God, personal and powerful.

If you’ve ever wondered how the Spirit moves, speaks, or empowers believers, this message will open your eyes to God’s presence and power within you.

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Asking for a Friend

In Part 3 of Asking for a Friend, Lead Pastor Steve Garcia dives into one of the most mysterious—and often misunderstood—topics in the Bible: the spiritual world. From angels and demons to spiritual warfare and unseen battles, Scripture pulls back the curtain to reveal a reality that is both sobering and hope-filled.

Whether you’ve had questions about guardian angels, demonic oppression, or why the Bible talks so much about spiritual battles, this message will help you see the unseen through the lens of God’s Word.

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