Join us as Student Minister Austin Garrett kicks off A Gospel Christmas, exploring the story of Jesus’ arrival as told in the Gospel of Matthew. Through Matthew’s detailed account, we see the fulfillment of God’s promises and the ultimate arrival of the Messiah—our King and Savior.

In this sermon, Austin unpacks:

✨ Matthew’s genealogy and its significance.

✨ How Jesus fulfills the Abrahamic covenant, Davidic covenant, and exilic prophecies.

✨ The extraordinary faithfulness of God, who always keeps His promises.

Key Takeaways:

✔️ Trust Him: God’s track record proves He is worthy of our trust.

🎉 Celebrate Him: The arrival of Jesus is the ultimate good news—worthy of our worship.

💡 Replicate Him: Live a life set apart, reflecting the faithfulness of God.

This Christmas, let’s celebrate the great news of Jesus’ birth and reflect on the incredible faithfulness of our God.

📖 “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his steadfast love endures forever.” (Psalm 136:1)

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Join Senior Minister Mark Magee as he concludes the MARKED series, a deep dive into the Gospel of Mark designed to reveal the “Godness” of Jesus. From His miracles to His teachings, Mark shows us that Jesus is not just a teacher or prophet—He is the Messiah, the Son of God, worthy of our total surrender and devotion.

In this final message, we explore Mark 8:34-38, where Jesus outlines the essentials of discipleship:

✝️ Deny Yourself: Surrender your self-centered desires and let Jesus take the throne of your life.

✝️ Take Up Your Cross: Die to yourself, choosing a life of obedience and total allegiance to Jesus.

✝️ Follow Him: Live by faith, learning His ways, and living out His commands.

Mark challenges us to count the cost of discipleship and reminds us that the stakes are eternal. What do you want—to gain the world or to save your soul?

Key Takeaways:

✔️ Admit Your Want: Do you truly desire what Jesus offers?

✔️ Accept His Word: Embrace His radical call to discipleship.

✔️ Adopt His Values: Prioritize eternal treasures over temporary gains.

✔️ Advance His Cause: Boldly live out and proclaim your faith.

✔️ Acknowledge the Consequences: Understand the eternal weight of your choices.

Let this final sermon in the MARKED series inspire you to live a life devoted to Jesus, following Him wholeheartedly.

📖 “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.” (Mark 8:34)

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What’s the “one thing” holding you back from fully following Jesus? In this powerful message, Adam Woods unpacks the story of the Rich Young Ruler in Mark 10:17-27. This man, who seemingly had it all—wealth, youth, and influence—walked away sad after encountering Jesus because his heart was entangled in idolatry.

This sermon challenges us to examine our own lives and identify the idols that take the throne of our hearts. Whether it’s wealth, approval, power, or worldly success, these counterfeit gods keep us from fully surrendering to Jesus.

Key Takeaways:

🧡 Rejoice: Salvation and freedom are possible, but only through God’s grace.

🙏 Reach Out: Ask the Lord to search your heart and reveal the idols you cling to.

✨ Replace: Remove the idols and replace them with devotion to Jesus as your one true King.

Through the story of the Rich Young Ruler, Adam reminds us of the transformative power of surrender. Let go of the “one thing” and follow Jesus with your whole heart.

📖 “With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God.” (Mark 10:27)

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What does it mean to see clearly—spiritually? In this powerful sermon, Adam Woods dives into Mark 8:1-38, exploring how Jesus, the “Great Optometrist,” addresses the spiritual sight issues that hinder us from fully understanding and following Him.

Using personal stories, biblical insights, and real-life applications, Adam unpacks four common spiritual vision problems:

👓 Color Blindness (Avoidance): Missing God’s work in our lives due to doubt or fear.

👓 Blindness (Ignorance): Being blinded by sin or misunderstanding of God’s truth.

👓 Near-Sightedness (Self-Centeredness): Focusing only on ourselves and our desires.

👓 Far-Sightedness (Worldliness): Living for temporary gains while neglecting eternal truths.

Key Takeaways:

✨ Deny Yourself: Surrender your self-centeredness and trust in Jesus.

✨ Take Up Your Cross: Confront sin and embrace the life-transforming grace of God.

✨ Follow Jesus: Fix your eyes on Him, allowing His truth to guide your every step.

Adam reminds us that Jesus’ words are as relevant today as they were 2,000 years ago. Spiritual clarity comes from focusing on Christ, letting go of distractions, and allowing Him to transform our vision for His glory.

💡 “Fix your eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith…” (Hebrews 12:2)

Let this sermon inspire you to clear your spiritual vision and walk boldly in faith.

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In today’s message, Senior Minister Mark Magee continues our MARKED series through the Gospel of Mark, diving into a powerful moment in Jesus’ life—His Transfiguration on the mountain. Join us as we explore Mark 9, where Jesus reveals His divine glory to Peter, James, and John in a transformative experience that unveils His true nature as the Son of God. This awe-inspiring encounter reminds us of the “Godness” of Jesus and His role as our one true King.

Key Takeaways:

🔹 Contemplate: Reflect on the glory of Jesus. Take time to deeply consider His divine nature and presence.

🔹 Celebrate: Worship Jesus and celebrate His divinity as revealed in this incredible event.

🔹 Activate: Commit to the ministry of encouragement—just as Jesus was encouraged by Moses and Elijah, encourage those around you.

🔹 Anticipate: Keep your eyes on your future glory with Jesus. Our citizenship is in heaven, where we’ll receive a transformed, glorious body.

🔹 Meditate: Take to heart God’s command, “Listen to Him!” and immerse yourself in His teachings daily.

🔹 Elevate: Exalt Jesus in your life. He is not only our Savior but our King and Lord.

Stay tuned, and may this message inspire you to walk closely with Jesus, keeping Him elevated as Lord over all. 🙏

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In this powerful message, Mark Magee brings us into Mark 6, sharing the story of Jesus walking on water to His struggling disciples. Mark explores how, just as God “passed by” Moses and revealed His nature in the Old Testament, Jesus also “passes by” His disciples on the stormy Sea of Galilee—not to abandon them, but to show them who He truly is.

This sermon reminds us of two key truths:

Whether you feel stuck, off-course, or in the middle of a storm, this message speaks hope and peace. Jesus, the God who walks on water, will bring you through.

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In this message from Adam Woods, we explore the power of unity and the dangers of division as taught by Jesus in Mark 3. Drawing from Abraham Lincoln’s “House Divided” speech, Adam parallels Lincoln’s warning about a divided nation with the teachings of Jesus: “A house divided against itself cannot stand.” This message challenges us to identify the forces that divide our lives, families, churches, and communities—and to take practical steps to unite.

Adam addresses three causes of division: power struggles, inconsistent beliefs, and ignoring spiritual roots. He also highlights Acts 2 as the ultimate model for unity among God’s people, offering seven “ships” to help us live united in our faith: Ownership, Discipleship, Leadership, Fellowship, Stewardship, Worship, and Lordship.

Join us as we dig deep into these biblical principles, discovering how they apply to our lives and how they strengthen our connection with God and each other.

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In this powerful message from Adam Woods, we continue our “Marked” series, focusing on the life and teachings of Jesus in Mark 7. Adam explores the deep and often challenging concepts of tradition, cleanliness, and how Jesus redefined what it means to be part of God’s mission. Jesus teaches that it’s not what goes into a person that defiles them, but what comes out—showing us that God’s mission is for all people, not just a select group.

Through stories of Jesus’ interactions with the Pharisees, Gentiles, and those considered “unclean,” we learn that everyone is part of God’s redemptive plan. Adam reminds us to shift our perspectives, repent from seeing others as “disgusting,” and instead embrace our calling to love and reach out to all people, just as Jesus did.

Join us as we dive into this transformative teaching and explore how we can be truly marked by the mission of Jesus—a mission that reaches across all boundaries and invites everyone into God’s Kingdom.

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In this sermon from the “Marked” series, Senior Minister Mark Magee dives into one of his favorite moments in Jesus’ life—when Jesus calms the storm in Mark 4:35-41. This incredible story is about much more than just a physical storm; it’s a powerful reminder that Jesus is always with us, even in the midst of life’s fiercest challenges.

Mark explores the deeper symbolism of the sea in ancient times and shows how this passage teaches us about faith, fear, and the true nature of Jesus. As the disciples witness Jesus calming the storm with just a word, they are left asking, “Who is this? Even the wind and waves obey Him!” This story demonstrates that Jesus is not just a great teacher or rabbi—He is God with us, with the power to command even the forces of nature.

Mark also shares practical lessons on overcoming fear and reminds us that Jesus is always in the boat with us, no matter what storms we face. When fear sneaks up, we can run to Jesus and find peace in His presence. If He’s not panicked, neither should we be.

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Join us as Senior Minister Mark Magee dives back into our "Marked" series, exploring a unique perspective on Jesus’ ministry—His love for sharing meals. In this message, Mark confesses his own love for food and reveals how food played a central role in Jesus' life and ministry.

In Mark 2:13-22, we see Jesus eating with tax collectors and sinners, demonstrating that meals are more than just about food; they’re about community, connection, and welcoming others. Jesus used meals as a way to build relationships and share God's grace, and Mark reminds us that we can follow this example in our everyday lives.

Mark challenges us to take Jesus’ method seriously—eat with those who don’t yet know Him. Whether it’s a meal with friends, neighbors, or co-workers, sharing food is a powerful tool for discipleship and connection. So this week, let’s practice Jesus’ strategy and invite someone to share a meal. Just eat, talk, listen, and let God work through the time together.

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