What do you do when you look at your life and ask, “How did I end up here?” This week, Pastor Brandon kicks off our brand new series, Ruins to Revival, a journey through the books of Ezra and Nehemiah. Before stepping into the story itself, he lays the foundation by tracing the history of Israel and showing how a series of choices, victories, failures, and consequences eventually brought God’s people to a place of destruction and exile. At the center of the message is the reminder from 2 Peter 3:9 that God is not slow in keeping His promises. Even when we experience the consequences of our own decisions, God has not abandoned us. We reap what we sow, but nothing can separate us from the love of God. Pastor Brandon walks through God’s promise to Abraham, Israel’s journey into the Promised Land, the period of the judges, the rise of Saul, David and Solomon, the divided kingdom, the Assyrian conquest, and finally the Babylonian destruction of Jerusalem. By the time Ezra begins, the temple is gone, the walls are destroyed, the people have been scattered, and it looks like God’s promise could never come true. But God had not forgotten them. Even in the ruins, His promise remained. Even in exile, His love remained. And even when we find ourselves living in the consequences of our own choices, God still loves us, still has a plan for us, and His promises can still be trusted. Timestamps 0:00 Welcome to Venture Church
0:22 Back to Church Sunday
0:43 Introducing Ruins to Revival
1:25 “How Did I End Up Here?”
2:26 Our Choices Shape Where We End Up
3:01 The Question Israel Had to Ask
3:42 2 Peter 3:9
4:48 God’s Promise to Abraham
6:10 Abraham and the Beginning of the Story
7:10 A Promise to Build a Great Nation
7:43 Israel Is in Ruins
8:49 What Ezra and Nehemiah Teach Us Today
9:19 You Reap What You Sow
10:00 The Consequences of Our Choices
11:23 Where You Are Didn’t Happen by Accident
12:42 Does God Still Love Me?
13:07 Nothing Can Separate Us From God’s Love
14:18 Overwhelming Victory Through Christ
15:27 Nothing in Creation Can Separate Us From God
15:57 God Still Loves You
16:27 God Never Abandoned Israel
17:13 The Story of Salvation
18:50 The Golden Thread of Scripture
19:24 Beginning the Timeline
19:38 Israel in Egypt
20:30 Wandering in the Wilderness
20:58 God Is Not Slow in Keeping His Promise
21:49 Entering the Promised Land
22:43 The Period of the Judges
24:03 Everyone Did What Was Right in Their Own Eyes
24:37 Israel Demands a King
26:07 The United Kingdom Begins
26:45 The Reign of King Saul
27:08 King David
27:27 Solomon and Israel at Its Peak
28:44 Solomon’s Disobedience
30:00 The Kingdom Divides
30:34 Israel and Judah
31:07 Good Kings, Bad Kings and Reaping What Was Sown
31:42 The Rise of Assyria
32:14 Jonah and Nineveh
32:44 Assyria Conquers the Northern Kingdom
33:42 The Lost Tribes of Israel
34:55 The Rise of Babylon
35:53 Babylon’s Strategy
37:05 The Final Siege of Jerusalem
37:33 The Temple Is Destroyed
38:14 Jerusalem Becomes Rubble
38:35 The Walls Are Torn Down
39:18 Israel Is Taken Into Exile
39:38 Seventy Years in Babylon
40:19 What Happened to God’s Promise?
40:54 God Is Not Slow in Keeping His Promises
41:33 “How Did We End Up Here?”
42:10 God Never Leaves or Forsakes Us
42:38 Invitation to Follow Jesus
43:59 Salvation Prayer
44:52 Closing

What does it mean to move from simply attending church to taking ownership of the mission Jesus has given us? In the final week of our All In series, Pastor Morgan talks about what it means to live with an ownership mentality. Ownership is more than having your name on a membership list. It means saying, “These are my people. This is our mission. You can count on me.” Looking at the Great Commission, Acts 2, and Paul’s picture of the Church as the Body of Christ, Pastor Morgan reminds us that following Jesus is deeply personal, but it was never intended to be lived privately. We were created to carry the mission of Jesus together, each person bringing their gifts, serving their community, and taking responsibility for the people God has placed around them. Ownership also expands our responsibility beyond ourselves. It means caring about our church, our neighbors, the next generation, our community, and people around the world. Through the mission of Jesus, we are called to live both here and there, recognizing that together we can take the Gospel farther than any one of us could alone. The question is not simply, “Do I go to Venture?” The deeper question is, “Am I willing to help carry what God has entrusted to us?” Timestamps 0:00 Welcome
0:44 Wrapping Up the All In Series
1:10 The Apple Watch Illustration
2:26 Closing the Rings
3:13 What Do the Rhythms of Your Life Reveal?
3:48 “Am I All In?”
4:07 The Final Ring: Ownership
4:28 Ownership vs. Membership
4:50 “This Matters to Me”
5:35 The Costco Sauerkraut Illustration
6:02 What an Ownership Mentality Looks Like
6:27 Ownership Doesn’t Make You a Better Christian
6:52 We Were Never Meant to Carry the Mission Alone
7:17 Ownership Shows Who You’re Committed To
7:43 The Great Commission
8:08 The Mission Begins With the Authority of Jesus
9:28 This Mission Belongs to King Jesus
9:54 Go and Make Disciples
10:18 Venture Exists to Participate in Jesus’ Mission
11:05 The Danger of a Consumer Mentality
11:36 Consumerism in the Church
12:26 What Am I Carrying?
12:49 The Mission Belongs to All of Us
13:14 Jesus Intended Us to Carry the Mission Together
13:42 The Early Church Devoted Themselves
14:11 Learning, Praying, Eating and Serving Together
15:01 Commitment to Each Other and the Mission
15:59 Faith Is Personal, But Not Private
16:43 Jesus Forms Individuals Into a People
17:04 The Church Is a Body
17:40 You Are the Body of Christ
18:10 The Church Is Not an Audience
19:06 Everyone Has a Role to Play
19:25 The Body of Christ Needs You
19:50 “That’s My Church”
21:00 Attendance vs. Ownership
21:23 “These Are My People”
21:54 Ownership Can’t Mean Caring Only About Our Church
22:22 The Mission Is Here and There
23:05 To the Ends of the Earth
23:25 Morgan’s Prayer for His Family
24:24 An Unexpected Answer to Prayer
25:07 Fighting for Each Other’s Families
25:34 Responsibility for Our Community
26:01 The Light Bearers Kids Wing
26:33 The Next Generation Matters to Us
26:55 Kids Encountering Jesus
27:17 Their Story Matters Anyway
27:53 Ownership Expands Our Circle of Responsibility
28:16 Consumerism Shrinks the Circle
28:36 Here and There
28:59 Why Kingdom Builders Matters
29:15 Local Impact, Global Missions and Future Leaders
29:38 Together We Can Take the Gospel Farther
30:10 Why Does Ownership Matter?
30:30 Partnership in the Gospel
30:55 Prayer, Giving, Serving and Sacrifice
31:24 Ownership Is Partnership
31:49 Partnering With People, Not a Brand
32:13 “I’ve Decided”
32:36 Moving From Attendance to Responsibility
33:06 Taking the Next Step Toward Ownership
33:44 “These Are My People”
34:01 Are We Really All In?
34:21 Carrying the Mission Together
34:51 “You Can Count on Me”
35:22 “You Are My People”
35:34 Making Jesus Famous Here and There
36:00 Closing Prayer
37:22 What’s Next
37:41 Giving and Kingdom Builders
38:22 Back to Church Sunday
38:43 Introducing Ruins to Revival
39:09 Grandparents Day
39:26 Next Sunday Preview
39:49 Closing

We were never meant to follow Jesus alone.In this week’s message from our All In series, Pastor Di looks at Ecclesiastes 4 and the importance of meaningful relationships within the Body of Christ. Solomon reminds us that two are better than one because we are stronger, safer, more encouraged, and better equipped to keep moving forward when we walk through life together.Pastor Di challenges us to move beyond surface-level relationships and intentionally build community with people who can encourage us, help us back up when we fall, stand with us in difficult seasons, and help us continue pursuing Jesus.The world often tells us to build our lives around me, but Jesus invites us into we.We is greater than me.Timestamps0:00 Welcome0:27 Continuing the All In Series1:22 The Apple Watch Illustration2:27 Healthy Rhythms and the All In Track3:12 Why We Tend to Drift4:02 Leaning Into Relational Commitment4:49 Join a Group or Class5:52 A Dare to Build Meaningful Relationships6:21 Try Again, Try Something New, or Go Deeper6:46 We Is Greater Than Me7:37 Ecclesiastes and the Wisdom of Solomon8:28 Life Is Short, So How We Live Matters9:20 Solomon Observes the Person Who Is Alone10:06 Working Hard With No One to Share Life With11:54 “What Am I Doing All of This For?”13:25 The Unexamined Life14:20 Two Are Better Than One15:17 Benefit #1: We Work Better Together15:55 Encouraging Each Other to Keep Going16:45 Benefit #2: We Walk Better Together17:41 Pastor Di’s Hiking Accident18:53 Why Two Were Better Than One19:59 Helping Each Other Spiritually When We Fall20:44 You Can Do It Alone, But You’ll Still Be Alone21:10 Helping Each Other Back Up21:33 Benefit #3: We Bring Warmth23:06 The Power of Closeness and Connection24:30 Benefit #4: We Watch Each Other’s Backs25:55 Two Can Stand Back to Back and Conquer26:58 A Three-Strand Cord Is Not Easily Broken28:12 Jesus Is the Third Strand28:38 Jesus Prays That We Would Be One29:38 Jesus Is Present When We Gather30:03 We Were Never Meant to Walk Alone30:37 We Weren’t Meant to Carry Life Alone31:30 Community Has to Be Prioritized32:23 You May Have to Start Again33:23 The Enemy Wants to Keep Relationships Shallow33:54 Deep Friendships Help Us Grow34:19 Commit to Finding Your People35:06 Lead a Group or Join a Class36:05 Prayer for Meaningful Relationships37:32 Closing Prayer37:43 What’s Next Resources38:24 Giving & Kingdom Builders39:47 Back to Church Sunday40:10 Introducing Ruins to Revival40:33 Grandparents Day40:54 Saturday Night Interest Meeting41:10 Closing

What does it look like for a church to step into a new season with clarity and purpose?On Vision Sunday, Pastor Brandon shares three simple plays that have shaped Venture Church for years and that he believes will continue to move the mission forward: everyone invites, everyone serves, and everyone abides.Using John 15, Pastor Brandon challenges us to live fruitful lives by staying connected to Jesus, serving one another, and intentionally inviting people into the life of the Church. This message is a reminder that the mission does not move forward because of a few people doing everything. It moves forward when every person finds their place and plays their part.As Venture steps into a new season, the vision is simple: keep running the plays that work, keep pursuing Jesus, and keep making Him famous.Timestamps0:00 Welcome
0:18 Continuing the All In Series
0:37 John 15: The Vine and the Branches
1:30 Prayer
2:08 Football, Training Camp & Finding Your Starters
4:22 Venture’s Rebuilding and Retooling Season
5:00 A Year of Transition
6:27 Why Building Seasons Slow Momentum
7:39 Venture’s Championship Window Is Open Again
8:34 Rebuilding the Staff
9:05 A Compelling Vision From Another Church
10:01 “I’ve Got No New Plays”
10:52 The Three Plays That Always Work
12:31 Jesus’ Vine and Branches Metaphor
13:06 Mission, Community & Generosity Together
14:05 Play #1: Everyone Invites
15:01 A Healthy Branch Bears Fruit
17:14 The Fig Tree Illustration
18:15 You Can Look Healthy and Still Bear No Fruit
18:27 Living Like a Missionary
18:58 Why People Come to Church
19:52 The Fruit of an Invitation
20:56 Everyone Should Be Inviting
21:26 Who Are Your Top Five?
22:26 Easy Invite Sundays
22:55 Back to Church Sunday
23:46 Your Job Is to Plant
24:24 Hospitality Matters
24:59 Why People Come Back
26:23 Play #2: Everyone Serves
27:02 Pruning Produces More Fruit
28:29 Are You Here to Serve or Be Served?
30:52 Serving Is Loving
31:20 Hidden Acts of Service
31:51 Serving Through Landscaping
32:58 Serving Through Hospitality
33:32 Serving Through Welcome Cards
34:01 Serving Through Set Up
34:49 Serving Through Photography
35:18 Serving Through Production
36:27 Everyone Invites, Everyone Serves
37:11 Play #3: Everyone Abides
37:49 What Does It Mean to Abide?
38:22 Living in Continual Fellowship With Jesus
39:01 Active Faith Practices
39:31 You Cannot Bear Fruit by Yourself
40:09 Abiding Is the Key to Bearing Fruit
40:54 Venture’s Identity
41:25 Run the Plays That Work
41:54 Everyone Invites
42:32 Everyone Serves
43:12 Everyone Abides
43:25 It Takes Every One of Us
43:37 Vision Sunday Closing Prayer
45:24 Giving & Kingdom Builders
45:49 Federal Way Back to School Outreach
47:42 Vision Night Invitation
47:59 Ways to Serve
48:14 Closing

What does it really mean to be all in with Jesus and His Church?In week one of our new All In series, Pastor Morgan looks at Acts 2 and the early church to show us what a devoted life actually looks like. Being all in isn’t about checking boxes, adding more to your schedule, or trying to earn God’s love. It’s about intentionally arranging your life around Jesus and participating in the family He is building.Through the picture of the early church, we’re reminded that healthy faith is built through faithful rhythms over a lifetime. We gather, grow, serve, belong, and take responsibility for the mission, not to earn grace, but because grace has already been given to us.The question isn’t, “How can I do more?” It’s simply: Jesus, what are You inviting me to step into next?Timestamps0:00 Welcome
0:18 Introducing the All In Series
0:38 The Apple Watch Illustration
4:06 What Your Rhythms Reveal
4:56 What Does It Mean to Be All In?
6:23 Meaningful Engagement in the Church
7:40 Jesus’ Picture of the Church
8:39 A Devoted Church
9:08 Acts 2 and the Early Church
12:01 “What Does This Mean for My Life?”
13:36 How Strangers Became Family
14:27 “They Devoted Themselves”
16:01 What Devotion Really Means
17:21 Attendance vs. Devotion
18:10 The Greatest Threat Is Drift
19:15 Healthy Churches Don’t Happen by Accident
21:18 Faithful Rhythms Over a Lifetime
21:43 Direction, Not Perfection
22:24 Keep Leaning Toward Jesus
23:08 Arranging Your Life Around Jesus
24:28 Grace Comes First, Devotion Comes Second
25:15 Responding to God’s Love
26:54 What Is Shaping Your Life?
27:13 Everyone Is Being Discipled by Something
28:03 The All In Track
29:28 What Devoted People Do
30:17 A Picture of the Early Church
31:13 What Koinonia Really Means
31:51 Church Is a Family You Belong To
32:35 The Five Rings
32:58 Participate Weekly
33:37 Join a Group or Class
34:18 Serve on a Team
35:00 Become an Owner
35:44 Am I Fully Participating?
36:35 Just Take One Step
36:52 Which Ring Have You Stopped Closing?
37:51 Thank You to Those Who Are All In
38:20 Devotion Is a Daily Choice
39:01 Which Ring Is Jesus Inviting You to Close?
39:27 When the Church Participates, the World Notices
39:51 Closing Prayer
41:09 Next Steps
42:37 Special Spokane Fire Relief Offering

What does it really mean to be all in with Jesus and His Church?In week one of our new All In series, Pastor Morgan looks at Acts 2 and the early church to show us what a devoted life actually looks like. Being all in isn’t about checking boxes, adding more to your schedule, or trying to earn God’s love. It’s about intentionally arranging your life around Jesus and participating in the family He is building.Through the picture of the early church, we’re reminded that healthy faith is built through faithful rhythms over a lifetime. We gather, grow, serve, belong, and take responsibility for the mission, not to earn grace, but because grace has already been given to us.The question isn’t, “How can I do more?” It’s simply: Jesus, what are You inviting me to step into next?Timestamps0:00 Welcome
0:18 Introducing the All In Series
0:38 The Apple Watch Illustration
4:06 What Your Rhythms Reveal
4:56 What Does It Mean to Be All In?
6:23 Meaningful Engagement in the Church
7:40 Jesus’ Picture of the Church
8:39 A Devoted Church
9:08 Acts 2 and the Early Church
12:01 “What Does This Mean for My Life?”
13:36 How Strangers Became Family
14:27 “They Devoted Themselves”
16:01 What Devotion Really Means
17:21 Attendance vs. Devotion
18:10 The Greatest Threat Is Drift
19:15 Healthy Churches Don’t Happen by Accident
21:18 Faithful Rhythms Over a Lifetime
21:43 Direction, Not Perfection
22:24 Keep Leaning Toward Jesus
23:08 Arranging Your Life Around Jesus
24:28 Grace Comes First, Devotion Comes Second
25:15 Responding to God’s Love
26:54 What Is Shaping Your Life?
27:13 Everyone Is Being Discipled by Something
28:03 The All In Track
29:28 What Devoted People Do
30:17 A Picture of the Early Church
31:13 What Koinonia Really Means
31:51 Church Is a Family You Belong To
32:35 The Five Rings
32:58 Participate Weekly
33:37 Join a Group or Class
34:18 Serve on a Team
35:00 Become an Owner
35:44 Am I Fully Participating?
36:35 Just Take One Step
36:52 Which Ring Have You Stopped Closing?
37:51 Thank You to Those Who Are All In
38:20 Devotion Is a Daily Choice
39:01 Which Ring Is Jesus Inviting You to Close?
39:27 When the Church Participates, the World Notices
39:51 Closing Prayer
41:09 Next Steps
42:37 Special Spokane Fire Relief Offering

What is the baptism of the Holy Spirit, and is it still for believers today?In the final message of our More series, Pastor Jared Ming walks through Scripture to explain the baptism of the Holy Spirit, the gift of speaking in tongues, and why God desires every believer to experience the fullness of His Spirit. Through biblical teaching and personal stories, this message reminds us that God always has more for those who are hungry for Him.Whether you're exploring this topic for the first time or looking to grow deeper in your walk with God, this message will encourage and challenge you to pursue everything God has for your life.Timestamps0:00 Welcome
0:20 Introduction
2:12 Continuing the More Series
3:13 God's Gift for Every Believer
5:12 What Is the Baptism of the Holy Spirit?
6:37 Speaking in Tongues Explained
8:08 Why Would God Give Us a Spiritual Language?
9:17 You Don't Have to Speak in Tongues to Be a Christian
12:44 Is the Baptism of the Holy Spirit for Today?
16:26 Why the Early Church Encouraged Every Believer to Receive It
21:33 "There's More" – The Snickers Pie Illustration
22:24 Four Benefits of the Baptism of the Holy Spirit
24:01 A Powerful Missionary Story
28:09 Praying in the Spirit Builds You Up
29:14 Praying the Perfect Will of God
30:26 A Story of God's Protection Through Prayer
34:30 Power to Share Your Faith
35:24 A Method for Praising God
36:14 The Holy Spirit Speaks Through You, Not for You
41:01 Invitation to Follow Jesus
44:43 Prayer to Receive More of the Holy Spirit
47:39 Pursue More of God
48:24 Revival Night InvitationIf this message encouraged you, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs it. We'd love to have you join us in person at Venture Church as we continue pursuing more of what God has for us.

What if the key to experiencing more of God isn't perfection, talent, or position—but hunger?In this message, Pastor David Diaz challenges us to cultivate a genuine spiritual appetite for the presence of God. Looking through Scripture and moments of revival throughout history, we discover that God consistently responds to people who are desperate for Him. Hunger leads to repentance, repentance prepares our hearts, and personal revival becomes the catalyst for God to move through families, churches, and communities.If there's more of the Holy Spirit to be experienced, let's be the kind of people who are hungry enough to pursue Him.

How do we position ourselves to receive more of the Holy Spirit? In Part 3 of our More series, Pastor Brandon teaches from 1 Corinthians 12 and unpacks two key areas that often keep people from experiencing everything God has for them. From understanding biblical generosity to overcoming misconceptions about spiritual gifts, this message challenges us to pursue God above experiences and to discover the unique gifts He has placed within each of us for the good of the Church. No matter your background or previous experiences, God has more for you. Timestamps 0:00 Welcome 0:48 Welcome to Venture Church 1:28 Atlas Free Mount Baker Fundraiser 2:14 Introduction to the Holy Spirit Series 7:24 Preparing Your Heart to Receive More 8:54 First Key: Unlock Firstfruits 10:23 The Festival of Firstfruits and Pentecost 11:49 Why Generosity Matters 14:08 A Story About Learning to Tithe 18:31 Second Key: Don't Be Uninformed 20:36 Misunderstanding the Holy Spirit 22:14 Chasing God, Not Experiences 26:13 Common Hangups About Spiritual Gifts 27:10 The Nine Gifts of the Spirit 30:50 Pastor Brandon & Di's Story 36:23 Staying Open to More of God 37:40 Don't Let Abuse Keep You from Truth 39:58 Gift. God. Good. 41:24 Spiritual Gifts Are for the Church 42:39 Using Your Gifts for the Common Good 44:36 Let Go of Your Hangups 45:56 Closing Prayer If this message encouraged you, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs it. We'd love to have you join us in person at Venture Church as we continue our More series!

What changed Peter from a man who denied Jesus to the bold leader who preached the gospel to thousands?In week two of our More series, Pastor Brandon explores one of the greatest transformations in Scripture. Peter was impulsive, inconsistent, and often his own worst enemy. Yet just weeks after denying Jesus, he stood before thousands in Jerusalem and boldly proclaimed the gospel. What happened?The answer is the Holy Spirit.Walking through Matthew 16 and Acts 2, Pastor Brandon shows how the Holy Spirit empowers ordinary people with boldness, purpose, and supernatural strength. The same promise that transformed Peter is still available today. If you've ever wondered whether God can use you, this message is a reminder that the Holy Spirit changes everything.If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who needs hope today.Be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss a message from Venture Church.Timestamps0:00 – Welcome and Prayer
3:44 – Summer Service Update and Staff Transitions
5:17 – Welcoming Pastor Tyrone and Amy Rin
6:31 – Summer Service Times Reminder
7:20 – What Changed Peter?
10:08 – Peter Declares Jesus as the Messiah
11:46 – "On This Rock I Will Build My Church"
13:12 – Peter's Potential
14:17 – Peter Rebukes Jesus
16:22 – "Get Behind Me, Satan"
17:24 – Peter Denies Jesus Three Times
22:58 – Fifty Days Later
23:27 – Understanding Pentecost
26:56 – Peter's Incredible Transformation
28:14 – Peter's First Sermon
30:31 – "You Crucified Him"
32:26 – Cut to the Heart
34:49 – Peter's First Altar Call
35:23 – The Holy Spirit Changed Everything
36:25 – The Promise Is for You
37:37 – What the Holy Spirit Produces
38:02 – Unction and Boldness
38:35 – Living with God's Anointing
40:03 – If There's More of God, I Want More
40:41 – Three Thousand Saved
41:41 – Receiving More of the Holy Spirit
42:46 – A Prayer for More
45:03 – What's Next and Kingdom Builders
46:28 – Why Summer Camp Matters
47:41 – God Inhabits the Praises of His People
48:38 – Revival Night and Closing Announcements