📣✝️ Easter Sunday at The Shores | From Judgment to Joy: The Risen King Reigns This Easter, we conclude our powerful journey through the book of Zephaniah—a book that begins with the weight of judgment but ends with the joy of restoration. In a world marked by rebellion, pride, and brokenness, we are reminded of our deep need for redemption. But the good news of Easter is this: Jesus has already paid the price.Today’s message shows us:✅ Why God’s justice demanded judgment—but His love delivered grace.✅ How Jesus bore our punishment on the cross and rose again in victory.✅Through the resurrection, we are offered new life, lasting joy, and eternal hope.✅ We, the redeemed, are called to rejoice because the King is in our midst!From warnings of rebellion to the promise of a restored people, this message reminds us that the resurrection isn’t just an event—it’s our new beginning.🙌 He is risen. He reigns. And because of Him, we rejoice!

Last week, we heard the warning of judgment in Zephaniah 1. This week, Zephaniah 2 brings a powerful shift—from warning to invitation. While judgment is real, God's heart is for repentance and restoration.In this message, we look at God's urgent call:➡️ Seek the Lord➡️ Seek Righteousness➡️ Seek HumilityGod’s judgment isn't random—it’s righteous, and it begins with His people. But those who truly seek Him will find mercy and be sheltered.This message challenges us to ask:🔥 Are we treating our spiritual life with urgency or putting it off?🔥 Are we trusting in our own strength, or bowing to the One true God?As we approach Easter, we’re reminded that Jesus is the ultimate fulfillment of this call—He took on our judgment so we could walk in grace.📍Scripture: Zephaniah 2:1–15

Today we’re kicking off a powerful new 3-week series, From Judgment to Joy, walking through the often-overlooked book of Zephaniah as we lead up to Easter. This first message (from Zephaniah 1:1-18) dives into the sobering reality of God’s judgment and the urgency of repentance. Zephaniah confronts sin head-on, reminding us that God's judgment is global, unavoidable—and begins with His own people. But even in the midst of darkness, there’s hope: Jesus took that judgment on the cross so we wouldn’t have to.The Day of the Lord is real, but so is the mercy of Christ. 🙌 Join us for this journey through Zephaniah as we move from judgment to joy.

In a world that prioritizes comfort and convenience, we often resist the challenges that lead to real spiritual growth. In this message, Pastor Malachi speaks on the importance of pushing past complacency and embracing discomfort as a necessary part of following Christ. God’s direction isn’t always easy, but it always leads to something greater. As we grow in our faith, we must be willing to endure trials, stretch beyond our comfort zones, and trust that God is shaping us for His purpose. If you’re ready to stop settling for a stagnant faith and start pursuing a deeper relationship with Jesus, this message is for you!📖 Main Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 | James 1:2-4,12-15 | Luke 9:22-26

The local church is more than just a building—it's the people, the body of Christ. But are we truly living out our faith? Are we producing the Fruit of the Spirit in our daily lives?In this message, we dive into Galatians 5 to explore what it really means to be led by the Holy Spirit. The Apostle Paul reminded the early church that it’s not about religious rules but about transformation from the inside out. Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control—these are the marks of a life truly anchored in Christ.We all have a part to play in building the local church and impacting our community. So let’s ask ourselves: What fruit are we cultivating?📖 Key Scriptures: Galatians 5:14, Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7📍 Join us at The Shores Church as we pursue a life fully led by the Spirit!🔔 Subscribe for more messages and follow us on social media to stay connected!

We all have issues—hurts, habits, and hang-ups—but Jesus wants us despite them. Over the past few weeks, we've explored forgiveness and restoration, but today, we take the next step: moving from recognizing our need to finding recovery. In this message, we’ll dive into stories of transformation to see how God’s grace meets us in our brokenness.We’ll also introduce Celebrate Recovery, a new ministry at The Shores Church designed to help you find freedom and healing. You’ll hear real testimonies about how Jesus changes lives through this ministry.If you’ve ever felt too broken for restoration, this message is for you. No one is beyond God’s grace! Join us as we discover how to step into the healing and identity God has for us.📍 Join us for Celebrate Recovery at The Shores Church!🙏 Need prayer? Drop a comment or message us!

We all have issues. Life is messy, and whether it’s past mistakes, addiction, unforgiveness, or deep wounds, we all need God’s transformative power. In this Celebrate Recovery sermon series, we take an honest look at our personal struggles and discover how Jesus offers healing and restoration.Through the stories of Peter’s restoration, the Prodigal Son’s return, David’s repentance, the woman at the well’s transformation, and the demoniac’s healing, we see that no one is beyond the reach of God’s grace. This message isn’t just about breaking free from sin—it’s about stepping into the life God has for us.Expect to be challenged, encouraged, and given practical steps toward healing as we explore how true recovery starts with Jesus. Whether you’re struggling or know someone who is, this weeks message (and this series) will equip you to find freedom and bring hope to others.👍 Like & Share to encourage someone today!💬 Comment below: What part of this message spoke to you the most?

Today, we conclude our 8-week journey through Genesis, seeing how it all points to Christ. This series has deepened our understanding of Jesus, strengthened our faith, and helped us marvel at God's grand design from creation to redemption.In this final message, we explore Genesis 49 and Jacob’s blessing over Judah, revealing why God chose Judah's lineage to bring forth the Messiah, Jesus Christ. Though Judah had failures, his transformation led to his family’s leadership and the fulfillment of God’s sovereign plan.✅ Key Themes:-The power of a father’s blessing in Scripture-Why Judah, and not Joseph, was chosen for the Messianic line-The prophecy of the Lion of Judah and its fulfillment in Jesus-Jesus as both the suffering Lamb and the conquering KingGenesis shows us the fall, promise, and plan of redemption, setting the stage for Christ's reign. Jesus is the Lion of Judah, the King who rules, and the Lamb who was slain, bringing salvation to all nations. Join us as we reflect on His eternal kingdom and the hope we have in Him!📖 Key Scripture: Genesis 49:8-12, Revelation 5:5-10

Today, we dive into one of the most powerful stories in Genesis—the life of Joseph. His journey from favored son to betrayed brother, from the pit to Potiphar’s house, and from prison to the palace is a reminder that God is always at work, even when life doesn’t go as planned.Joseph's story mirrors our own experiences—moments of calling, seasons of waiting, unexpected trials, and ultimately, God's redemption. We’ll explore how Joseph’s faithfulness in suffering led to God’s greater purpose, pointing us to Jesus, the true and greater Joseph, who turns betrayal into salvation and suffering into glory.Join us as we discover the power of trusting God's plan, forgiving those who wrong us, and recognizing His presence in every season of life. If you’ve ever felt forgotten, misunderstood, or unsure of your future, this message is for you!📖 Key Scriptures: Genesis 37, 39, 42, 50:20🔥 Main Themes: Trusting God's plan, overcoming betrayal, forgiveness, and seeing Jesus in Joseph’s story.

We’re now in week six of our Genesis to Jesus series, tracing God’s redemptive plan from creation to Christ. This week, we dive into Genesis 28, where Jacob, on the run and at his lowest, has a powerful dream of a ladder reaching from earth to heaven. This vision wasn’t just for Jacob—it pointed forward to Jesus as the ultimate bridge between God and humanity.In John 1:51, Jesus declares that He is the true connection between heaven and earth. In this message, we’ll explore:🔹 How Jacob’s ladder foreshadows Christ🔹 God’s faithfulness despite Jacob’s flaws🔹 What it means to live with heavenly access through JesusJoin us as we unpack this incredible truth and discover how we can respond in faith, worship, and commitment. Jesus is the way to the Father—let’s live in that connection!📖 Genesis 28:10-22 | John 1:51