Join us as we continue diving into the Fruit of the Spirit! Over the weekend, John reminded us that goodness comes from a good heart. As Christ followers, we are called to fill our hearts with good things, guard our hearts from sin, and share the love and goodness of the Lord with those around us.
This week, we are looking at the areas of our heart that we need to surrender to the Lord for the Holy Spirit to produce kindness within us. Kindness flows from the very heart of God, inspiring us to share His love in our communities.
This past weekend, we continued our series that focuses on the Fruit of the Spirit, and looked at how the Holy Spirit can produce an indescribable peace in our lives that will sustain us through the inevitable challenges we will face in this world.
Join us as we continue to explore the Fruit of the Spirit in our series The Bible for Regular People. To produce patience in our lives, we must develop the emotional discipline of restraint. When we do, we build trust in our relationships.
Join us as we explore the Fruit of the Spirit in our series The Bible for Regular People. To produce good fruit in our lives, we must partner with the Holy Spirit and turn away from our desires that oppose God's will. When we surrender our will, the Holy Spirit gives us the ability to choose joy in every circumstance.
Join us as we start our summer series, The Bible for Ordinary People, where we will explore all the characteristics of the Fruit of the Spirit. In this message, Pastor Eric dives into the importance of abiding in God's love.
Join us as we finish our series Extra Ordinary. In this message, Pastor Mary speaks on the importance of being empowered by the Holy Spirit to be a witness for Jesus.
You are not an accident. God made you ON purpose FOR a purpose. Join us as we continue our series Extra Ordinary. In this message, John unpacks ways you can walk in the purpose God has for you.
We celebrated this Mother's Day with guest speaker Andrea Lathrop! In her message, she reminds us that humility is not weak; it requires strength to let go of our own ways and make space for God to move in our lives.
Join us as we continue the series Extra Ordinary. Many people have been hurt by the church, especially when it comes to money. This message reminds us that generosity isn't about the person on the platform—it's about the posture of our own hearts.
Join us for the first message in our new series "Extra Ordinary." As believers, we are called to live differently from the world, but our pride gets in the way. Whether we identify more with the sinner or the saint, each of us must ask: Am I living my way or God's way?
Join us as we celebrate the life-changing story behind Easter. This message by Pastor John McKinzie reminds us that Jesus is the cornerstone of our faith. Through His resurrection, we are offered peace, joy, and freedom.
Join us as we finish our series I Shall Not Want. In this message, Pastor John McKinzie discusses the importance of living a life of worship. Worship is not constrained to the walls of a church or lyrics and melody - worship is how we are to live as Christ-followers.
Join us as we continue the series I Shall Not Want. In this message, Pastor Zach Wright reminds us how Jesus walks with us in our pain and has power over death.
Join us as we continue the series I Shall Not Want. In this message, we will unpack the story of the man who said, 'I was blind, but now I see' after an encounter with Jesus.
Often in life, it can feel as though God cannot see what you're going through, and even if He did, He wouldn't like what He would find. In this message, we learn that this is far from the truth. Join us as we reflect on Jesus meeting with the woman at the well.
In this message, we learn how God is our life source! No matter what difficulties we are facing, we can learn to trust God as our provider and follow Him with faith and trust instead of suspicion.
In the first week of our new series, "I Shall Not Want," you will learn key insights to help you navigate your spiritual journey. These include following God, managing distractions in your faith, and recommitting to the vision God has for your life.
This week, we finish off our series "Family Matters" by answering your questions! Pastor John and Pastor Broc walk us through how to honor God in all of our relationships. They focus on marriage and families, reminding us how discipleship starts in the home. Join us to receive practical advice on seeking relational peace with those around us.
This week in our series "Family Matters," we focused on discipleship, discipline, and direction in parenting. We were reminded that the most important role of a parent is to disciple their children in faith, starting at home. As parents, we are called to lead our children towards a Christ-centered life.
In the second week of our series "Family Matters," Elyse Mahan joined us to explore the story of Jacob and Esau. Elyse emphasized that while your past may not be your fault, your freedom is your responsibility. We highlighted the importance of releasing resentment, choosing forgiveness, and embracing God’s grace to walk in true freedom. As we learn to break free from the chains of the past, we can step into the future God has prepared for us.
In the first week of our new sermon series, Family Matters, we dove into the challenges of maintaining a healthy, long-lasting marriage. We explored the importance of awareness of the enemy’s tactics, recognizing natural traps, and developing healthy spiritual and relational habits. We emphasized the need for constant growth, forgiveness, and love to protect and strengthen marriages through life's difficulties. Join us in learning how to overcome obstacles and build a stronger foundation for you...
This week in our series "Ekklesia," we explore God's heart of compassion as revealed throughout scripture. We see that God is slow to anger, rich in love, and full of mercy. Jesus demonstrated this compassion through His love for sinners, the weak, those in need, and the marginalized. His actions set the standard for how we, as the church, should respond to a hurting world. We were challenged to reflect Christ's love in every interaction and be a church known for its compassion. Join us as we di...
During the second week in our Series "Ekklesia," we talked about the importance of community and fellowship, drawing inspiration from the early church as depicted in Acts 2:42-47. We were encouraged to engage in community through participation in group activities, shared interests, and dedicated prayer, mirroring the early church's devotion to teachings, mutual support, and joyful generosity. When we commit to following Jesus' teachings and live out our faith in supportive and connected fellowsh...
In week one of our new series, “Ekklesia," we explored the foundation of the church as a community of Jesus' followers dedicated to worship, teaching, fellowship, and mission. We reflected on the early church’s imperfections and challenges. Despite these challenges, we saw that God can work through any church's flaws. We were challenged to be bold, powerful witnesses of Jesus’ message through both words and actions by living our lives with integrity, humility, and unity - so that all people will...
It's Hope's 25th Birthday - and we have so much to be thankful for! This weekend, we took a look back on where Hope started, reflected on all that God has done over the past 25 years, and now we look forward to all that God has for us. From the beginning, we have trusted that God has a plan, and His plan is good - and we are continuing to raise our hands, saying, "Here I am. Send me!"
In this sermon, we reflect on our spiritual journey and the importance of self-examination. Inspired by Paul's letters to the Corinthians, we explore themes of faith, spiritual growth, and personal introspection as we enter a new year. As we start this year, let's test our faith and determine where we are spiritually and where we want to be.
In this week’s message, we talked about the significance of the Lord's Supper. As we remember Jesus' sacrifice, we can reflect on our own lives, renew our unity in the body of Christ, and look forward to our eternal reward. Communion is a time of remembrance, reflection, renewal, and anticipation of future blessings.
During our special Christmas Eve services, we talked about the Christmas story of Jesus’ birth. Despite being born in humble circumstances in Bethlehem, Jesus was a light in the darkness, offering peace and guidance amidst life's challenges. Jesus is our guiding light, and he is inviting us to return to him, where love and grace abound.
This week's Advent focus is on the Magi, who embarked on a journey to worship Jesus, symbolizing a spiritual journey of discovery and surrender. Through this story, we see that worship is a lifestyle that requires offering our lives fully to God and aligning personal plans with His will. As we walk through the journey of worship - in discovery, treasure, and humility—we can engage deeply and humbly in worship.
