James highlighted the biblical story of King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20 as a powerful reminder of how to face our battles by trusting God. When outnumbered by five armies, Jehoshaphat chose not to panic but instead fasted and prayed, acknowledging God's greatness and faithfulness. God assured them that the battle belonged to Him and instructed them to stand firm and worship in anticipation of victory. James emphasized three key steps for us today: seek God first, stand firm in faith, and lead with worship. By letting go of control and trusting God to fight for us, we can experience His victory in our battles. 08/17/2025 | Vida Church

The ability to show mercy stems from our deep security in God's love, as highlighted in Ephesians 3:17, which reminds us that our roots grow strong in His love. Mercy becomes our default response when we release resentment and create a culture of peace, acknowledging each person's unique journey without judgment. Bob illustrated this through the parable of the prodigal son, where the father welcomed his son back without shame, demonstrating that mercy fosters connection rather than control. Ultimately, choosing mercy, love, and trust over judgment and fear allows us to experience new beginnings and transformation in ourselves and our relationships. 08/10/2025 | Vida Church

This Sunday, we were blessed to host Pastor Tafara and his wife Chipo from South Africa, who shared a powerful message about God's intent for us to prosper—not just for ourselves but to bless others. He highlighted Genesis 1:28, where God commands, "Prosper! Reproduce! Fill Earth!" Pastor Tafara's own journey from poverty to understanding God’s blessing illustrates that when we focus on being a blessing, we never lack. He emphasized that true generosity becomes our testimony, cautioned against the enslavement of materialism, and encouraged us to view God as our Source. This message of being obsessed with blessing others truly resonated and is one that deserves to be revisited. 08/3/2025 | Vida Church

In January, Pastor Kara emphasized “God, Our Rewarder” from Isaiah 55:6, and now invites us to recalibrate as we reach the year’s halfway point. She explored biblical dispensations, highlighting our current era, the Church Age or Dispensation of Grace, where we are empowered by the Holy Spirit to boldly share the gospel. With the imminent return of Christ in mind, we must stay spiritually alert and actively participate in the harvest, as God desires none to perish. Pastor Kara illustrated the fleeting nature of our earthly lives compared to eternity, urging us to keep our lamps filled and be ready for Jesus’ return. If you've drifted off course, this is your moment to recalibrate and finish strong, as Revelation 3:11 reminds us to hold on to our crowns.

We had a powerful Sunday with Ashley and Carlie Terradez, who reminded us that God's healing power is for today, not just the past. Ashley shared how they believed God's Word when faced with their daughter Hannah's grim prognosis at three years old, ultimately witnessing her miraculous recovery and thriving life today. He emphasized that God's generational blessing is available to all His children, citing Abraham's lineage of prosperity as a model for breaking cycles of lack and disease. By trusting God and prioritizing Him, we can unlock blessings for ourselves and future generations, as evidenced by Ashley's own experiences during the COVID lockdowns. If you missed the service, I encourage you to watch the full message for inspiration. 07/20/2025 | Vida Church

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07/06/2025 | Vida Church Building a place where people can encounter God, belong to a family, and be transformed by the word of God

8/18/24 9 am Vida Church Building a place where people can Encounter God, Belong to a Family, and Be Transformed by the Word of God. ------------------------------------------- God's passionate desire for believers is to move from crisis to thriving, living in the abundance He has planned for His family on earth. Embracing this abundance shifts our focus from our own needs to the needs of others, making us vessels of God's love and disciples of Jesus Christ. Living in overflow in every area of our lives involves the cycle of giving and receiving. This abundance requires the use of heaven's currency, which is honor. Honoring God, parents, spouses, the Word of God, and the spiritual gifts in each other builds our spiritual bank account and propels us from one level of glory to the next. Every member of God's family is priceless, with unique gifts meant to build up the body of Christ. Embracing the richness God has deposited in others makes honor a way of life.

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9/1/24 9 am Vida Church Building a place where people can Encounter God, Belong to a Family, and Be Transformed by the Word of God. --------------------------------------- This Sunday, Bob and Audrey Meisner delivered a powerful message at Vida Church, emphasizing the importance of saying "yes" to the Holy Spirit for a transformative life. Despite facing a devastating crisis in their marriage years ago, they found hope in the truth that our Redeemer lives, emphasizing that God can turn setbacks into something extraordinary. They reminded us that living a Spirit-led life filled with righteousness, peace, and joy not only benefits us but also draws others to Christ through our transformed lives. By anchoring our hope in the finished work of the cross and aligning our hearts with God's promises, we can experience true transformation from the inside out. And for those who struggle to hear the Holy Spirit, they reassured us that the Word promises, “My sheep hear my voice,” and offered guidance on practicing hearing God’s voice.