Trust. For some of us, that’s not easy. We’ve been hurt, betrayed, or abused, and we find it really hard to trust people. We get that. But, what about trusting God? We struggle to keep control, even knowing that’s not what’s best for us. Pastor Andy Funes is going to explain how incredible our life can be As You Trust.
May 30, 2021•22 min
Peace! When things just aren’t going our way; when sorrow or grief are in our hearts; when our job is suddenly gone; when we’re hurt. We’d all love to still feel that Peace of God to strengthen us and help us through the rough times and the good times. Pastor Jeff Wallace shares with us how to have overflowing peace.
May 23, 2021•37 min
Generosity. Let’s have an honest discussion about not what God wants FROM you, but what he has FOR you! He wants to fill our open hands with blessings so we can Overflow onto the world! So, let’s talk about love. And trust. And faith. Let’s listen in as Pastor Justin Miller gives his take on Overflowing Generosity.
May 16, 2021•27 min
JOY! Who doesn’t want that? But, sometimes it’s really hard to find. Things around us aren’t going well. We get angry. We get hurt. We lash out. We’re definitely not joyful. BUT . . what if we were to make a different choice, no matter what’s going on around us, and actually choose to rejoice? Pastor Justin Miller will tell us how in his message, All Joy.
May 09, 2021•30 min
How are you doing? No, really - how are you doing? Not what you show the world, but what’s in your heart? Pastor Mike tells us that whatever’s happening in the inside will eventually overflow to the outside. So, how can we guard our heart for that overflow? He’s got that covered, too, in his message, Heart Check!
May 02, 2021•27 min
What is your heart and spirit filled with right now? Anger? Failure? Doubt? What the world fills us with through the music, movies, and social media we digest? Where do the fruits of the Spirit or Jesus fit in? Join Pastor Justin Miller as he offers up some much better alternatives to fill us to Overflowing!
Apr 25, 2021•28 min
Do you love others? Truly love them with an Agape kind of love? What IS an Agape kind of love? Jesus is pretty clear about it, as is John, his disciple. Join us for a powerful message today as we finish up our Kingdom Come series with a lesson on what happens When God’s Kingdom Goes.
Apr 18, 2021•27 min
Where God is at work, so is His enemy. Do we believe that? We should! Jesus Himself was tempted - do we think we won’t be? But God is there, waiting to help us through it! Join Pastor Justin Miller as he tells us how to be prepared when temptation comes our way.
Apr 11, 2021•24 min
Jesus is our Teacher. He is our Friend. He is our Counselor. BUT. . . is he our KING? This weekend, we celebrate the highlight of human history - the resurrection of Jesus Christ, our King! Let that sink in. Then join Pastor Justin Miller for a powerful Easter resurrection message.
Apr 04, 2021•24 min
Reward Sibanda is in the house this weekend. You will laugh, you will cry, but most of all, you'll feel the love God has for you! Join us for an inspiring message on Loving in the Kingdom.
Mar 28, 2021•31 min
Are you someone who always has to be ‘doing’? Are you a ‘fixer’? Pastor Jeff Wallace is both! But, Jeff has learned that God is in control, and he needs to let things go and trust in Him. Join Jeff as he tells us how to Be Still and Live in God’s Will.
Mar 21, 2021•17 min
Having a healthy relationship includes learning what your partner’s love language is and loving them that way. But, what about God? Have you thought about how He wants to be loved? Our Young Adults Pastor, Mike Gonzalez, has! Today, he helps us understand God’s Love Language.
Mar 14, 2021•18 min
What are you struggling with right now? Job situation? Health? Relationships? With Covid here, maybe all of the above? Jesus doesn’t promise a problem-free life - He promises His Presence, and THAT’S where peace comes from. Tune in as Pastor Justin Miller shares with us how to have peace in the midst of problems.
Mar 07, 2021•23 min
How do we become ‘Great’? Is it by the kind of car we drive? Our job title? Or, just maybe, is it by how we serve God? Let’s look at Jesus’ life as Pastor J helps us see that Greatness is Found in Service, Not Status.
Feb 28, 2021•24 min
“Man, there’s so much going on - my job, my family, my life! How am I supposed to find time for God?” If that’s where you are, we hear you! The world seems to close in with its worries and temptations, pushing God’s Kingdom out of first place. But God is there - waiting. Join us as Pastor Jeff Wallace explains why and how we need to seek the Goodness of God that is waiting for us.
Feb 21, 2021•21 min
“Who are you?” Good question. We can answer it with our occupation. We can answer it with our family relationship. We can answer it a lot of ways, but there’s only one way that matters: WHO you are is about WHOSE you are. Join Pastor J in the first message of our new series, Kingdom Come, where he talks about Having a Kingdom First Identity.
Feb 14, 2021•24 min
Can you believe it’s been 25 YEARS? Yep - Pastor Justin and Robin Miller have been with Real Life, changing lives, for 25 years! Join us as we celebrate them and what God has done in their lives and with Real Life. Then, stay tuned as the Millers look ahead at what they believe He has NEXT for our church.
Feb 07, 2021•34 min
How many times during the past year have you thought, “I’m doing OK, but I wonder who isn’t? I wonder how I can help?” Just like the Good Samaritan in Jesus’ parable, you’re on the right road! But how do we put Jesus’ teaching into practice? Pastor Jeff Wallace gives us the details as he unpacks that parable and tells us how we should be Reaching to the Least.
Jan 31, 2021•26 min
“I’ve done some pretty bad stuff.” Yeah, God knows. “I’ve been too critical of the church.” Yeah, God knows. But, like the father in the Prodigal Son parable, He RUNS. To you, and to all those just like the two brothers in that story. He loves, and He runs. Do we? Pastor J is going to unpack that parable in our series, Next: Running to the Lost.
Jan 24, 2021•26 min
2020 is behind us. We’re done. We’re moving past what’s happened last year, and trying to figure out what’s coming up - to cast a vision. Fortunately, that’s what this new series is all about! First up - how can we be rooted in the Lord? Immovable. Unstoppable. Join us as Pastor Justin Miller helps us understand what’s NEXT.
Jan 17, 2021•25 min
This has been a rough week in America - lots going on in our nation’s capital. How should we, as Christians, react to the chaos? Glad you asked! Pastor Justin Miller and Pastor Jeff Wallace get REAL on just that question this weekend, as they discuss the Divided State of America. This is one you won’t want to miss!
Jan 10, 2021•41 min
2020 - It’s time to move on and look forward. But, how? We’re tired. We’ve lost jobs, loved ones, and hope. So, how do we reset our minds and our faith and get ready for a new year? Guest Speaker Carlos Whittaker reminds us of who we are and who we serve. 🔥 😇 ✝️ Let’s Enter Wild into 2021!
Jan 03, 2021•33 min
What a year! Crazy, chaotic, stressful. Add to that gift shopping, baking, hosting parties, whew! 🥺 Stop. Take a breath. Because, it's Christmas Eve. A reminder of good news, great joy, and peace. 😇 Join us for our Christmas Worship Experience as we find the Peace that can only be found in His presence.
Dec 24, 2020•22 min
It's the Christmas Season! Trees lit up with lights! 🎄 Festive songs! 🎶 Gifts! 🎁 SANTA! 🎅 It's so easy and fun to get caught up in all the holiday glitter. But . . . maybe we need to stop and remember that the real reason for the season is Jesus, our Messiah. ✝️ Pastor Jeff Wallace is here to talk about why Santa is Secondary.
Dec 20, 2020•24 min
"Well, I guess all I can do now is pray." 🥺 For a lot of us, prayer is what we do after we've tried everything else. But, James in the New Testament letter tells us "Nope!" Pray. 🙏🏼 🙏🏼 🙏🏼 Pray at all times - before you worry, before you are in trouble, when you're happy! Is God your first response or your last resort? 🤔 Tune in as Pastor Justin Miller shares some great insights into James, Chapter 5.
Dec 13, 2020•22 min
It's coming. That last day. What would you change about your life, if you knew the day and time? James, the brother of Jesus, tells us in his book to have patience, but get ready! This week, Pastor Justin Miller gives us his insights, and asks the question: Are you ready?
Dec 06, 2020•25 min
What takes up most of your time, money, and thoughts? Do you have your life all planned out? In his book in the Bible, James tells us that we don't even know what will happen tomorrow! He tells us not to boast about our lives, but he also gives us advice on how to live that faithFULL life we need. Join Pastor Mitch McKinney as he tells us how to live life with the right perspective.
Nov 29, 2020•25 min
"Arguing! Selfishness! Praying, but no response! None of this is my fault!" 🥺 That's not US talking, that's the people in the Book of James' time. 🤔 Or IS it us? Are WE the problem in our relationship with God or in our crazy lives? And, if so, what do we do? 🤷🏻♀️ James sees the problem, but he also sees the solution and hope. Pastor Justin Miller tells us James' solution: Submit and Surrender. Are we ready?
Nov 22, 2020•26 min
"How dare she say that to me?"😱 "He posted WHAT on Facebook?" 🥺 Gossip. Slander. Sarcasm. It's everywhere, and especially online. "Oh, but I wouldn't say things like that!" 😳 Are you sure? What kind of words are WE putting out there? Pastor Justin Miller is going to talk about how Our Words Create Our World from the Book of James. This is one message you don't want to miss!
Nov 15, 2020•25 min
Do you have faith? I hear a resounding YES! BUT, do you show your faith through your deeds? Uh oh - maybe, not so much? James says, "Show me your faith WITHOUT deeds and I will show you my faith BY my deeds." Whoa - mic drop! Listen in as Pastor Jeff Wallace talks about Faith and Deeds, continuing our series in the book of James, faithFULL.
Nov 08, 2020•26 min