Next time it’s cold, start a fire in your fireplace and it’ll create light, warmth and a feeling of comfort. Start it on your living room carpet and it’ll burn down your house. The Bible teaches us that sex works the same way. God has a beautiful design for love and marriage, but it’s one that our society has all but forgotten, leading to disharmony, unfaithfulness, broken families and cultural confusion. In this message, Pastor Mike talks to teens and adults about how to follow the Lord’s bluep...
Jun 24, 2025•47 min•Ep. 273
Pastor Mike says that when we ask God for wisdom, we shouldn’t be surprised if it shows up in some unexpected places. In this message, he’ll teach us how recognize divine insight when it comes our way by opening our hearts to the subtle ways the Lord speaks through Scripture, creation, conversation and more.
Jun 09, 2025•43 min•Ep. 272
Life sometimes presents us with giant questions. So, what happens when we don't find the answers we need, even when we ask God again and again? In this message, Pastor Mike will talk about a man who desperately sought a reason for the disasters in his life and got more of an answer than he bargained for.
Jun 09, 2025•35 min•Ep. 271
“That’s not fair!!” Kids say it to their parents all the time. But if we’re honest, haven’t we grown-ups said much the same to God? In this message, Pastor Mike will tell the story of a man who made that very accusation and got a direct answer. Discover how our reaction to suffering reveals what we really believe about God and learn how an attitude adjustment can change not only our reactions but our reality.
Jun 09, 2025•40 min•Ep. 270
It’s hard to trust God when answers don’t come, but more problems and pain do. But in this message, Pastor Mike will explain why despair is a destination believers have the power to avoid and reveal real-life ways we can keep it together when it feels like our world is falling apart.
May 20, 2025•31 min•Ep. 269
When we drift away from God, it’s too easy to convince ourselves that we’ve wandered so far that He might not want us back. This week, Pastor Mike shares the compelling story of a man God used as a living example of why that’s never true. Listen in to discover why, no matter how far we stray, we’re never too far gone for grace.
May 20, 2025•37 min•Ep. 268
Too many believers seeking the Bread of Life wind up settling for burnt toast. Pastor Mike says that’s what happens when our devotion is divided between God and… well, anything else. In this message, he talks about a biblical “trial by fire” that teaches us a vital lesson about allegiance to the Lord. Discover how your relationships, your faith, and your senses of purpose and peace can change when you live life wholeheartedly.
Apr 08, 2025•41 min•Ep. 267
Ever feel ordinary, overlooked, or stuck waiting for something to happen? Join us as Pastor Mike dives into the remarkable story of David—the shepherd who became a king—and discover how God loves to take ordinary lives and turn them into extraordinary stories. You'll walk away encouraged, inspired, and equipped with practical ways to trust God's timing, embrace your purpose, and anchor your hope in promises that never fail.
Apr 08, 2025•38 min•Ep. 266
If you want to accomplish big things, start by thinking small—as small as a mustard seed. Guest speaker John Dixon (Crest Community Church, Riverside) explains why the church's strength lies not in its size or resources but in the radical obedience and love of its members. Discover how small gestures, supercharged with love, can lead to monumental change both in your individual life and in the broader community.
Mar 04, 2025•35 min•Ep. 265
When Christians pray, we often ask for the Lord’s blessings. This week, Pastor Mike will focus on some of the heavenly blessings we already have, but sometimes don’t experience. He’ll present and unpack key questions that’ll help you diagnose any disconnects and plug in to a promise God made to his people way back in the book of Numbers. You’ll learn to experience God's protective care, feel His comforting presence in your daily life, and find true peace that transcends circumstances.
Feb 18, 2025•38 min•Ep. 264
What if holiness wasn’t just about avoiding sin, but about spreading grace? In the Old Testament, impurity multiplied like muddy shoe prints on white carpet, but in Jesus, God engineered a reversal, making holiness contagious. In this message, Pastor Mike will diagnose the way the Lord redefined holiness and taught us to propagate healing and transformation through person-to-person contact. Discover how to become a fully-infected carrier of the “Grace Contagion” as you join us.
Feb 11, 2025•45 min•Ep. 263
Does God deliberately turn some people against him? After all, the Bible says that the Lord “hardened” Pharaoh’s heart. If that’s the case, where do free will and human responsibility kick in? Pastor Mike will clear up the controversy in this message as he talks about how God can use even human rebellion to accomplish his purposes and outlines ways we can keep our own hearts open to the Lord.
Feb 04, 2025•45 min•Ep. 262
The book of Leviticus (“Vayikra” in the original language) has an undeserved reputation for being difficult and boring. But in this message, Pastor Mike will connect the dots from this ancient text to the words of Jesus, teaching us that God is near, cares for His people, and desires to guide us toward a life of love, justice, and holiness. Discover how to live your life as a “portable Temple” in a world that desperately needs to see our faith in action.
Feb 04, 2025•32 min•Ep. 261
Join Pastor Mike as he unpacks the meaning behind some of the names the Bible uses to describe God. Along the way, you'll uncover a deeper understanding of your own identity, learn to embrace your unique place in the universe, and find a kind of peace so heavenly that it makes no earthly sense.
Jan 21, 2025•38 min•Ep. 260
Pastor Ryan opens up our new Advent Sermon series called "Peace on Earth."
Dec 01, 2024•43 min•Ep. 259
The church is the center of God’s mission in the world. God works through His people—through what they already have—to bring hope, healing, and transformation.
Nov 24, 2024•41 min•Ep. 258
Have you ever felt like what you have to offer isn’t enough? In John 6:1-14, we see a young boy bring his meager lunch—five loaves and two fish—and place it in Jesus’ hands. What happens next is nothing short of miraculous: Jesus feeds over five thousand people and still has twelve baskets of leftovers. This story isn’t just about a miracle; it’s a powerful reminder that God doesn’t ask us for what we don’t have. He asks us to trust Him with what we do have, no matter how small it may seem. In t...
Nov 17, 2024•41 min•Ep. 257
Matthew 5:13-16 isn’t just a nice metaphor—it’s a calling to actively engage the world with God’s love, truth, and justice. Without living as salt and light, believers lose their impact, faith becomes hollow , and the world lacks a clear picture of God’s goodness. But when we live out this calling, God’s presence shines through us , drawing others toward hope, healing, and transformation.
Nov 03, 2024•52 min•Ep. 256
Some people say that rules were made to be broken. Others say “the rules are the rules for a reason.” Then, Jesus comes along and says, “People, it’s not even about the rules!” So, what does he mean? That all the boundaries are gone and we can just live any way we want? No, Pastor Mike says it’s something even better than that. Join him as he explains.
May 19, 2024•30 min•Ep. 255
Ask people how life is going and they might just might tell you, “It’s all good!” But if we’re honest, sometimes, life feels anything but good. It’s more like challenging, confusing, or downright unendurable. We may even wonder if God has left town or if he’s just ignoring us. But we’ll find out in this special Mother’s Day message from Pastor Marie why the opposite is true… and how we can avoid developing "spiritual leprosy" when we’re facing pain and loss.
May 12, 2024•20 min•Ep. 254
Focusing our faith on religious rituals and expressions is like looking at a beautiful sculpture and worshipping the chisel. It’s a classic example of missing the point. Jesus offers us something deeper and more meaningful than empty religion. Join Pastor Mike as he explains what it is.
May 07, 2024•28 min•Ep. 253
It doesn’t matter if you’re right on time. If you’re waiting at the wrong place, well, you’re gonna be there a while. The same is true when you’re waiting for a miracle. The time might be right; the need may be great. But if you’re not where God wants to meet you, you might be on your own. This week, Pastor Mike will explain why getting properly positioned for divine intervention often comes down to following one simple direction.
Apr 28, 2024•28 min•Ep. 252
Being a true disciple means following Jesus—even when his footsteps lead straight out of our comfort zone and into unfamiliar territory. How do we learn to do that? This week, Pastor Mike explains why it's a lot like becoming a bricklayer.
Apr 21, 2024•37 min•Ep. 251
Sometimes, an insult can actually be a compliment if you think about it in the right context. Pastor Mike will talk about one of those today. revealing how it can change the way you see yourself, help you discover your purpose in life and find the power to live it out.
Apr 17, 2024•26 min•Ep. 250
The are times in life when a second chance isn't enough... or even a third or fourth chance. This week, Pastor Mike explores why we often settle for a do-over when only a complete transformation will do.
Apr 07, 2024•26 min•Ep. 249
In this special Easter edition, Pastor Mike reveals why the resurrection of Jesus in the world's only source of real, tangible hope.
Mar 31, 2024•39 min•Ep. 248
Palm Sunday pageants often feature children waving palm branches, just like people did when Jesus made his triumphal entry into Jerusalem on his way to the cross. But this week, Pastor Mike will focus on another important symbol from that historical moment—one that speaks volumes about our pride, self-sufficiency and need for control.
Mar 24, 2024•37 min•Ep. 247
This week, Pastor Mike will talk about a blind man who knew there was something he needed even more than eyesight. The answer will give you a sharper focus on the power of prayer and persistence.
Mar 17, 2024•30 min•Ep. 246
The Lord has ways of getting his point across, even when subtle signals aren't getting the job done. This week, Pastor Ryan explains how God still speaks as he tells the story of an unlikely spokesperson who miraculously admonished a man headed in a dangerous direction.
Mar 10, 2024•30 min•Ep. 245
The miracles Jesus performed not only changed lives but taught lessons. This week, Pastor Mike talks about the raising of Lazarus as he explores what we can learn when God does something :"inconceivable."
Mar 03, 2024•37 min•Ep. 244
