In this kickoff message of the Do This, Not That series, Pastor Kevin MacPhail calls us to seek godly wisdom above all else. Drawing from Proverbs and other scriptures, he contrasts the life-giving power of godly wisdom with the self-serving appeal of worldly wisdom. Godly wisdom brings health, peace, guidance, and victory in life’s spiritual battles. Through prayer, community, and Scripture, we learn how to pursue the wisdom that protects, empowers, and leads to lasting transformation.

In this heartfelt Father’s Day message, Pastor Paul Watson shares five powerful ways God uses children to shape, grow, and transform fathers. Through humor, personal stories, and biblical insight, we discover how fatherhood can expand a man’s capacity to love, deepen his values, stretch his interests, clarify his relationship with God, and break the cycle of selfishness. Whether you’re a father, son, or simply someone who wants to better understand God’s heart, this message is a compelling invitation to see parenting as one of God’s most profound discipleship tools.

In this message, Paul and Linnea Watson conclude The Practices series by exploring the significance of Sabbath. More than a day off, Sabbath is a gift from God—a time set apart to rest, be restored, and experience the presence of God. Drawing from Genesis, Exodus, and the words of Jesus, they explain how Sabbath is not about legalism, but about liberation from busyness, anxiety, and performance. Through intentional preparation and soul-renewing activities, we can embrace the rhythm of rest that God designed for our good.

In this message, Pastor Kevin MacPhail explores the story of the Bereans in Acts 17 to highlight the spiritual discipline of searching the Scriptures. With thoughtful examples and personal stories, Kevin challenges us to listen eagerly to God’s Word, examine what we hear against Scripture, and commit to daily study. Like the Bereans, we are called to be a people who are grounded in truth, courageous in faith, and protected against spiritual deception through the power of God’s Word.

In this message, Pastor Paul Watson teaches on the often-overlooked difference between praying and being devoted to the prayers we pray. Drawing from Colossians 4 and the teachings of Jesus, we see that prayer isn’t just a spiritual habit—it’s a partnership with God that demands faithfulness, persistence, and participation. We are called to pray like everything depends on God and act like everything depends on us. This message encourages us to be devoted to prayer, to keep praying until God moves, and to trust that God is not only able but willing to change our hearts, our circumstances, and our fears through prayer.

In this message, Pastor Paul Watson explores the practice of generosity and its power to form us into the likeness of Christ. Generosity is more than a financial act—it’s a heart posture rooted in selflessness, trust, and regular giving. Through Scripture and stories, we see how followers of Jesus live differently by giving from their abundance, not their leftovers, and how generosity reflects our confidence in God’s provision. When we embrace generosity as a regular spiritual practice, we become more like Jesus and point others to His goodness.

In this Mother’s Day message, Pastor Missy MacPhail teaches on the practice of kingdom-minded work. We often view work as separate from our spiritual lives—something mundane, exhausting, or even meaningless. But in John 4, Jesus reveals that doing God’s work is not only meaningful, it’s nourishing. Whether you’re scrubbing dishes, writing reports, raising children, or caring for aging parents, your work has eternal value. This message reminds us that God has assigned us work, all work is kingdom work, and our small daily tasks are part of God’s greater story of planting, watering, waiting, and harvesting in His kingdom.

In this special baptism Sunday message, Pastor Paul Watson walks through the story of John the Baptist in John 1 to help us understand the role our testimony plays in the life of faith. Every follower of Jesus has a story—whether dramatic or simple—that testifies to God’s work. This message explores what a testimony is, how it points people to Jesus, and why baptism is a powerful part of it. As people were baptized during the service, we were reminded that salvation is by faith, and baptism is the celebration and proclamation of that faith.

In the opening message of The Practices, Linnea Watson teaches on the practice of Simplicity—the key to eliminating the hurry, stress, and exhaustion that dominate our lives. Through the life of Jesus, we discover that although He lived a full life, He was never hurried. By embracing simplicity and slowing down, we open ourselves to experience the presence of God more deeply. Linnea walks us through practical steps to create space for God, develop life-giving rhythms, and live in the restful, abundant way of Jesus.

In this special Easter message, Pastor Paul Watson invites us to consider one simple yet profound question: So what? So what if Jesus died and rose again—what does it mean for us today? Through Scripture and storytelling, we explore the personal, relational, and eternal impact of the resurrection. Easter reminds us that God loves us, religion is no longer the way to reach God, Christ gave His life willingly, and His resurrection marks the rule and reign of God over death, hell, and our lives.