Who are you talking to when you pray? And what difference does it make?

In the second message of our How to Pray series, we continue through Luke 11 and Jesus’ teaching on prayer. Jesus begins by teaching us to approach God as Father—a God who already knows us, loves us, and wants to hear from us. But he also teaches us to pray, “Hallowed be your name,” reminding us that this loving Father is also holy, transcendent, and greater than we can imagine.

Prayer begins not with our needs or a list of requests, but by turning our attention toward God.

In this message, we explore:

• Why Jesus teaches us to pray to God as Father
• How Jesus reveals what God is like
• Why God’s nearness and holiness belong together
• How to begin prayer through adoration
• A simple practice of paying attention, giving thanks, magnifying God, and celebrating

Whether you're brand new to prayer or looking to deepen your prayer life, this message offers a simple way to begin: turn your attention toward the God who is already with you.

Scripture: Luke 11:1–13

Prayer can feel intimidating. What do you say? Does God really hear you? What if nobody ever taught you how to pray?

In the opening message of our How to Pray series, we begin in Luke 11, where Jesus' disciples ask the same question many of us still ask today: "Lord, teach us to pray." Together we'll discover that prayer isn't reserved for spiritual experts—it's a practice anyone can learn.

In this message you'll explore:

• Why everyone prays, even people without faith.
• What Jesus' own prayer life teaches us.
• How prayer becomes a regular practice instead of a last resort.
• Why praying the Lord's Prayer can reshape your relationship with God.

If you've ever wondered where to begin with prayer, this message is for you.

Scripture: Luke 11:1–4

What shape is the church?

Many of us instinctively picture a building, a steeple, or rows of people facing a stage. But the New Testament paints a different picture. In Romans 16, a chapter often treated like the end credits of Paul's letter, we discover that the earliest church gathered around a table. It was a community where people were known by name, welcomed as family, carried one another's burdens, and practiced the way of Jesus together.

In this message, we'll explore how Paul's long list of greetings reveals three marks of a healthy church: a community of real people, a community of radical inclusion, and a community committed to practicing the way of Jesus. Along the way, we'll consider why lasting spiritual transformation happens not simply in rows, but in circles - around a table big enough for everyone.

Whether you're looking for a church to belong to, reconnecting after a season away, or longing for deeper Christian community, Romans 16 offers a compelling vision of the kind of life Jesus invites us to share together.

Scripture: Romans 16

You may not think of yourself as a worshiper—but according to Scripture, everyone worships something.

Psalm 100 reminds us that the real question isn't whether we'll worship, but what (or who) we'll worship. This message explores why worship isn't simply an emotion or a Sunday activity, but the way we were created to live.

Discover how seeing God's goodness, His steadfast love, and His faithfulness reshapes our hearts into lives marked by gratitude and joy.

Have you ever looked at your life, compared it to everyone else's, and wondered, "If God is good, why doesn't it feel like He's good to me?"

Psalm 73 gives voice to one of the deepest struggles of faith. Asaph watches the wicked prosper while he suffers, leaving him discouraged, envious, and questioning whether following God is even worth it. But everything changes when he enters God's presence.

In this message, we explore:

• Why comparison quietly erodes our faith

• The spiritual danger of constant doomscrolling

• How God's presence reshapes our perspective

• What mature faith looks like when circumstances don't improve

• Why God's presence—not comfortable circumstances—is our greatest good

Whether you're wrestling with unanswered prayers, discouragement, doubt, or simply feeling overwhelmed by the world around you, Psalm 73 reminds us that real hope isn't found in changing our circumstances but in encountering the God who walks with us through them.

Scripture: Psalm 73

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Fear isn't always irrational. Sometimes the danger is real. In Psalm 27, David isn't pretending everything is fine—he's surrounded by enemies, uncertainty, and suffering. Yet he declares, "The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?"

This message explores how God meets us in the middle of fear—not by removing every hardship, but by becoming our refuge, our strength, and our hope. If you're facing anxiety, grief, injustice, or uncertainty, Psalm 27 offers a deeper foundation than positive thinking: the presence of God.

In this message:

• Why fear isn't the opposite of faith
• What it means for God to be your stronghold
• How God forms us in hidden seasons
• Why worship changes us in suffering
• Learning to wait on the Lord with confidence

What do you do when you've made mistakes you can't undo? Psalm 32 offers hope for anyone carrying guilt, shame, regret, or the weight of past failures.

In this powerful message, we explore David's journey from sin and cover-up to confession, forgiveness, and restoration. Reflecting on David's failures with Bathsheba and Uriah, this sermon reveals the devastating cost of unconfessed sin and the incredible freedom that comes through God's grace.

Through Psalm 32, we discover that God is not only a God who forgives—He is a God who restores. No sin is greater than the mercy of God made available through Jesus Christ.

In this message:
• The reality of sin and personal failure
• The cost of hiding and covering up our mistakes
• Why confession leads to freedom
• David's story of repentance and restoration
• The promise of God's forgiveness
• How Jesus makes reconciliation with God possible
• Living in the joy of grace and redemption

How does God guide us when we're facing uncertainty, difficult decisions, or seasons of trouble? In this sermon from Psalm 25, we explore David's prayer for God's direction, wisdom, and faithful guidance.

David cries out, "Teach me your paths" and "Guide me in your truth," revealing a deep trust in God's leadership even during hardship. This message examines how God guides believers through His Word, the Holy Spirit, and the community of faith. It also highlights God's compassion, forgiveness, and faithfulness as we seek His will for our lives.

Whether you're wrestling with a major life decision or simply seeking to follow God more closely each day, Psalm 25 offers encouragement and practical insight for walking faithfully with Him.

In this message:
• Trusting God in uncertain times
• "Teach me your paths" — David's prayer for guidance
• How God leads through Scripture
• The role of the Holy Spirit in decision-making
• The importance of Christian community and wise counsel
• God's faithfulness, mercy, and forgiveness
• Walking step-by-step in God's direction

Life is full of mountains—fear, anxiety, loss, uncertainty, and challenges that remind us of our limitations. In Psalm 121, the psalmist asks a timeless question: “Where does my help come from?” The answer is clear: our help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.

In this message from our series, The Lord My Shepherd, we explore God's faithful care, protection, and presence through every season of life. Discover what it means to trust the God who never sleeps, never abandons His people, and faithfully keeps those who belong to Him.

Whether you're facing a difficult situation, carrying a heavy burden, or simply need encouragement on your journey of faith, this sermon will remind you that your ultimate help is found in Jesus Christ—the One who watches over your life and leads you safely home.

Psalm 23 is one of the most beloved passages in all of Scripture, but its message goes far beyond comfort at funerals. In this message from our series, The Lord My Shepherd, we discover what it truly means to have God as our Shepherd.

Through the imagery of sheep and shepherds, Psalm 23 reveals a God who provides for our deepest needs, protects us through life's darkest valleys, restores our weary souls, and faithfully leads us home. Even when fear, anxiety, loss, or uncertainty threaten to overwhelm us, we are reminded that we are never alone. The Good Shepherd walks with us.

This sermon explores how God provides rest for restless hearts, renews those who feel spiritually exhausted, and offers hope through Jesus Christ—the Good Shepherd who laid down His life for His sheep and conquered sin, death, and the grave.

If you've ever felt weary, afraid, overwhelmed, or spiritually cast down, this message will encourage you to trust the Shepherd who knows your needs, walks beside you in the valley, and pursues you with goodness and faithful love.