Welcome to this week’s worship service at The Vine! 🌿

We began today’s gathering by sharing in Communion, remembering the body and blood of Jesus given for us. As we came to the table together, we reflected on Christ’s sacrifice, grace, and the new life we have because of Him.

Following Communion, we turned to John 9:24–41, continuing the story of the man who was born blind and healed by Jesus. In this passage, the focus shifts from the miracle itself to the response it provokes — exposing the contrast between religious pride and simple, courageous faith.

📖 In this message, we see:
- How religious pride resists clear evidence, even in the face of undeniable transformation
- The courage and clarity of a man who can’t explain everything, but knows one thing: “I was blind, but now I see”
- Jesus revealing that the deepest blindness is not physical, but spiritual
- A powerful invitation to humility, belief, and worship in response to Christ

This service challenges us to ask honest questions about our own hearts: Are we willing to admit our need, or do we cling to the illusion that we already see clearly?

May this time of worship, Communion, and Scripture lead us to deeper faith in Jesus — the One who gives sight to the blind.

Welcome to our first worship service of 2026!

We began the new year with a powerful and timely message from our guest speaker, rooted in Leviticus 14:33–42. In this passage, God gives instructions for inspecting houses affected by mold — and we were invited to see this not just as an ancient law, but as a spiritual picture for our own lives.

Just as a house was carefully examined, emptied, and sometimes rebuilt, we were challenged to allow the Holy Spirit to inspect our hearts. Where hidden issues are found, God doesn’t ignore them — He lovingly exposes, cleans, and restores what needs to be made new.

This message reminded us that:
- God cares deeply about what’s beneath the surface
- Healing and renewal often begin with honest inspection
- True restoration sometimes requires clearing out what no longer belongs
- God’s goal is not destruction, but renewal and wholeness

As we step into a new year, may we welcome the Spirit’s work in our hearts — trusting God to cleanse, rebuild, and prepare us for what’s ahead.

#FirstSundayOf2026 #NewYearNewHeart #Leviticus14 #HeartInspection #HolySpiritWork #Renewal #WorshipTogether

Welcome to this week’s worship service at The Vine! 🌿

In today’s message from John 9:13–23, we see what happens after the miracle — when a life changed by Jesus is brought under scrutiny. The man who was once blind is now seeing, but instead of celebration, he faces interrogation. The religious leaders are more concerned with rules than redemption, and the Light exposes the limits of their legalism.

This passage shows how transformed lives are hard to refute, even when people refuse to accept the truth. The Pharisees are divided, the evidence is undeniable, and yet fear begins to silence those who know the truth — even the man’s own parents.

Through this story, we’re reminded that:
- Legalism struggles when confronted with the life-giving work of Jesus
- Personal transformation is a powerful witness
- Fear doesn’t erase truth — it only suppresses it
- Following Jesus may bring pressure, but truth still shines

This message challenges us to consider how we respond when faith becomes costly and whether we allow fear or faith to shape our witness.

#John9 #LightOfTheWorld #LegalismVsGrace #TruthAndFear #FaithUnderPressure #TheVineChurch #WorshipTogether

Welcome to this week’s worship service at The Vine! 🌿

In today’s message from John 9:1–12, we encounter a man who had never seen light, color, or even his own reflection—until Jesus stepped into his darkness. This miracle is more than a physical healing; it’s a powerful picture of what happens when the Light of the World meets human suffering.

The disciples wanted to debate the cause of the man’s blindness. Jesus shifted the focus to purpose—declaring that this suffering was not random, but an opportunity for God’s work to be displayed. In this passage, we’re reminded that some suffering isn’t meant to be explained, but revealed as a platform for God’s glory.

We also see that obedience comes before understanding. The man didn’t have all the answers—he simply followed Jesus’ instruction. And when he obeyed, his sight followed. Finally, his changed life became undeniable proof that Jesus had been at work.

📌 In this message, we explore:

- Why suffering is never wasted in God’s hands
- How faith often requires obedience before clarity
- Why transformed lives speak louder than arguments
- And how encountering Jesus changes everything

Just like this man, we may not yet know everything about Jesus—but we can know what He has done. And a changed life always tells a powerful story.

#John9 #LightOfTheWorld #FromDarknessToLight #ObedienceAndFaith #LifeChange #TheVineChurch #WorshipTogether

Welcome to this week’s worship service at The Vine! 🌿

In today’s message, we continue our journey through the Gospel of John as Jesus has one of His most intense and revealing exchanges with the religious leaders. Their accusations escalate—from questioning His heritage to calling Him demon-possessed—but Jesus remains steady, focused on honoring the Father rather than defending Himself.

From John 8:48–58, we see three powerful truths about who Jesus is:
• He remains faithful even when misunderstood, showing us how to honor God when others misjudge us.
• He offers eternal life to all who embrace His word: “Whoever obeys My word will never see death.”
• He declares His eternal identity with the words, “Before Abraham was born, I AM,” confronting us with a choice—reject Him or worship Him.

This passage invites us to reflect deeply on Jesus’ true nature, His unity with the Father, and the life He offers to those who trust Him.

May today’s service help you see Jesus more clearly and follow Him more wholeheartedly.

#John8 #BeforeAbrahamWasIAm #JesusIsLord #TheVineChurch #WorshipTogether #EternalLife #ScriptureTeaching

Welcome to our Thanksgiving Worship Service! 🦃✨

Today was a warm and meaningful gathering for our church family. We celebrated a beautiful child dedication, shared communion together, and took time for an open-mic moment where people expressed what they’re thankful for this year. Hearing so many personal stories of God’s faithfulness made the morning especially moving.

Our Thanksgiving devotional came from 2 Corinthians 5:18–20, focusing on God’s heart for reconciliation. We reflected on how:
- God is the one who initiates reconciliation
- Jesus accomplishes it on our behalf
- We’re called to receive it personally
- And, as Christ’s ambassadors, we carry this message into a broken world

As we gave thanks, we were reminded that through Jesus, God is making all things new — restoring us to Himself and inviting us to live out that same reconciling love toward others.

#ThanksgivingService #Reconciliation #GiveThanks #ChildDedication #Communion #2Corinthians5 #TheVineChurch #WorshipTogether

In this week’s service, we continued our series through the Gospel of John and stepped into one of Jesus’ most direct, heart-revealing conversations. In John 8:37–47, Jesus confronts the religious leaders with a truth that still challenges us today: our deepest identity isn’t rooted in our heritage or behavior but in the desires we chase and the voice we choose to follow.

Jesus exposes a hard reality—His word had found no room in their hearts. Though they claimed Abraham as their father, their actions revealed a very different allegiance. Jesus contrasts two spiritual lineages: those who belong to God and hear His voice, and those who reject the truth and follow the desires of the enemy.

Throughout the message, we explored three key truths:

1. Jesus’ Word Finds No Home in a Hardened Heart
Before the crowd ever thought about picking up stones, they had already closed their hearts to the truth. Genuine belonging to God is revealed not by our claims but by our openness to His Word.

2. You Reveal Your Father by the Desires You Chase
Jesus makes it unmistakably clear: the desires we pursue expose who is truly shaping our lives. We reflected on the sobering reality that the enemy’s native language is lies—and how easily those lies can become the soundtrack of our decisions if we’re not anchored in Christ.

3. Those Who Belong to God Hear His Voice
Jesus invites us to examine the posture of our hearts. Do we recognize His voice? Do we welcome His truth—even when it confronts us? Belonging to God is marked more by surrender than by status.

This service called us to reflect deeply on our spiritual identity and to ask: Whose voice am I really listening to? Whose desires are steering my life? Jesus offers freedom, clarity, and security to all who make room for His word.

Welcome to this week’s worship service!

In today’s message, we continue our journey through the Gospel of John as Jesus speaks a powerful truth about what it means to truly follow Him:

“If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” (John 8:31–32)

This conversation unfolds in the Temple as Jesus confronts a crowd confident in their own heritage yet blind to their spiritual bondage. He exposes the reality of sin’s grip and offers freedom that only He—the Son—can provide.

📖 In John 8:31–36, we learn:
- True discipleship means holding fast to Jesus’ teaching
- Knowing the truth leads to genuine freedom
- Sin enslaves those who surrender to it
- Only the Son has the authority to set us free—free indeed

This message invites us to face the truth about sin, embrace the freedom found in Christ, and walk as sons and daughters in the household of God.

#John8 #FreeIndeed #TruthSetsYouFree #FaithInChrist #WorshipTogether #ChurchOnline

Happy 1-Year Anniversary, The Vine! 🌱

Today’s service was a special milestone — celebrating one year of gathering together at Ralph Williams Elementary School. Through worship, testimony, and reflection, we remembered that every step of this journey has been marked by God’s faithfulness and grace.

Our message came from 1 Samuel 7:1–15, where Samuel and the Israelites set up a stone of remembrance — an Ebenezer — declaring,

“Thus far the Lord has helped us.”

📖 In this passage, we see:
- How godly sorrow leads to repentance and renewal (2 Corinthians 7:10)
- That true freedom and victory come not through our own strength, but through God’s
- The power of remembering how far God has brought us

As part of our service, everyone was invited to write on an Ebenezer stone — marking a personal way they’ve seen God help them. It was a beautiful moment of gratitude, testimony, and unity in worship.

Even in a year of challenges and growth, we echo Samuel’s words: “Thus far the Lord has helped us.”

#TheVineChurch #Ebenezer #GodIsFaithful #ChurchAnniversary #1Samuel7 #ThusFarTheLordHasHelpedUs #WorshipTogether #ChurchOnline

Welcome to this week’s worship service!

In today’s message, we continue our journey through the Gospel of John as Jesus declares one of His most profound statements:

“I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12)

This moment takes place in the Temple during the Feast of Tabernacles — as massive golden lampstands illuminate the night, Jesus boldly proclaims that He is the true Light who reveals truth, exposes darkness, and leads to life.

📖 In John 8:12–20, we learn:
- Jesus is the Light who reveals the presence and power of God
- His authority comes from perfect unity with the Father
- The Pharisees’ rejection shows the danger of judging by human standards
- Our response to the Light determines whether we walk in truth or remain blind in darkness

This message invites us to step out of the shadows of confusion, pride, and sin — and walk in the life-giving light of Christ.

#John8 #LightOfTheWorld #WalkInTheLight #FaithInChrist #WorshipTogether #ChurchOnline