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The Mission Church

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Welcome to The Mission Church in Carlsbad. We care about people. We value relationships. We worship Jesus.
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Genesis 22 – The Father’s Anguish

In Genesis 22:1-14 – The Father’s Anguish, why would God ask Abraham to sacrifice his only son whom he loves? Walking a mile in someone’s shoes or seeing from a different perspective can transform our way of thinking and understanding! Don’t miss a powerful message from Pastor David pointing to the immeasurable depths of God’s love for you and the hope found in the death and resurrection of Jesus. Genesis 22:1-14 – The Father’s Anguish reveals God’s provision not only for Abraham, but for a worl...

Oct 25, 2022

Genesis 21:22-34 – Tools for Great Relationships

Genesis 21:24-34 – Tools for Great Relationships – Have you ever messed up so bad and thought God would never again use you for His glory? Abraham is a terrible witness and lies to King Abimelech, but God reveals deep relational wisdom through a profound restoration of these two men! Listen to Pastor Dave’s message and grow in how to resolve conflict and clearly communicate in your marriage, family, work relationships and friendships. In Genesis 21:24-34 – Tools for Great Relationships, God’s Wo...

Oct 16, 2022

Genesis 21:1-14 – The Faithfulness of God

Genesis 21:1-14 – The Faithfulness of God, Abraham and Sarah waited 25 years into their old age to have a child and for God to fulfill His promise. Despite Sarah being menopausal and Abraham being 100 years old, God’s promise comes true and Isaac is born! Like Abraham, many Christians experience extensive periods of waiting on the Lord that result in doubt, fear and even an attempt to take matters into your own hands. Genesis 21:1-14 – The Faithfulness of God, Pastor David’s message reveals the ...

Oct 09, 2022

Genesis 20 – The Sin We Struggle With

Genesis 20, The Sin We Struggle With. After 25 years of walking with God, why does Abraham still lie about his wife, in a vain attempt to save himself? Furthermore, this lie was a repeated sin in his life. Like Abram, many Christians today frequently struggle with certain sins. This sermon takes an honest look at why God’s people experience victory in some areas of life, but ongoing temptation and struggle with certain sins they wish they could rid themselves of. In Genesis 20, The Sin We Strugg...

Oct 02, 2022

Genesis 19:15-38 – Leaving a Legacy

Genesis 19:15-38 – Leaving a Legacy In Genesis 19:15-38 – Leaving a Legacy, listen to a powerful message in one of the most shocking passages of the Bible! The tale of two men, Abraham and Lot, contrast the incredible blessings of walking with God and the peril of a life pursuing pleasure. If you’re struggling with knowing the truth of God’s Word, but are still living with one foot in the world don’t miss what today’s passage has to say about getting back on track with Jesus. Watch and listen to...

Sep 25, 2022

Genesis 18:16-19:22 – The Half-Hearted Christian

Genesis 18:16-19:22 – The Half-Hearted Christian Genesis 18:16-19:22, The Half-Hearted Christian is about the story of Lot and Sodom & Gomorrah, revealing the dangers of knowing about God, but not walking with Him in obedience to His Word. In a society tolerant of pervasive sin, do you stand for truth or do you approve of sin to give the appearance of ‘loving’ everyone? The Half-Hearted Christian caves to societal pressure, but those under the Lordship of Jesus display God’s heart in every c...

Sep 18, 2022

Genesis 17:23 -18:21 – What it Looks Like to Walk with God

Genesis 17:23 – 18:21 – What it Looks Like to Walk with God. Abraham reveals what it looks like to walk with God, not just for a single moment, but in everyday life. Do God’s directions ever seem hard to follow and His ways difficult to understand? Welcome to the team! Listen to Sunday’s message and learn what the Bible teaches about the importance of consistent and immediate obedience to the Lord’s authority in relationship to building men and women of influence and wisdom. If you’re struggling...

Sep 11, 2022

Genesis 17:1-22 – The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 3)

Genesis 17:1-22 – The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 3) is about God as He affirms His everlasting covenant with Abraham after 13 years of silence. Abraham was 99 years old when God confirms that he will have a son named Isaac and all that God promised will come true. God even provides a unique sign of the covenant, which symbolizes death to the flesh and life in the coming Messiah! If you’ve ever felt like God has been silent in your life or that His promises seem far away, listen to today’s message ...

Sep 04, 2022

1 John 3:4-3:23 – The Divine Standard of Love

In 1 John 3:1-23 – The Divine Standard of Love, the assurance of our salvation is rooted in God’s love through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Our culture produces many versions of love, but only one love is divinely defined by the sacrificial love of Jesus. Listen and learn about God’s love so that you can identify counterfeit versions seeking to pass as the real thing! God’s love produces true love revealed in our relationship with others in the church, which brings assurance that ...

Aug 28, 2022

1 John 2:18-3:3 – The Father’s Love

In 1 John 2:18-3:3 – The Father’s Love is perfectly revealed in His Son Jesus Christ, whose second coming is on the horizon. John warns his readers to be ready for His return and to watch out for the deceptive work of Satan through antichrist messages. Antichrist means instead of Jesus and it is the Holy Spirit who equips us to discern the truth of God’s Word versus false narratives peddled in our government systems, social norms and even in the church. Don’t miss this Sunday’s message in 1 John...

Aug 21, 2022

1 John 1-2 – The Assurance of Knowing Jesus

In 1 John 1-2, The Assurance of Knowing Jesus, John expresses the perfect character of God as the initiating truth in our relationship with Jesus. Our merit, self righteousness and hard work can never earn God’s favor because He has chosen us to be in relationship with Him through the blood of Jesus, which cleanses us from all sin. Like a child in a trusting relationship with a loving dad, we obey God’s Word as a loving response to His love for us. Therefore, we confess our sins knowing that rep...

Aug 14, 2022

1 John 1:1-4 – The Transmission of Joy

In 1 John 1:1-4 – The Transmission of Joy, John the apostle testifies to the vital importance of an abiding relationship with Jesus. John self-identified as “the disciple whom Jesus loved” and according to the Scriptures, our highest calling in life is fellowship with God, which brings us the fullness of joy. A genuine relationship with Jesus is not found in going to church, being a good person or being religious in rules and regulations. A real relationship with Jesus begins with God’s love for...

Aug 07, 2022

Genesis 16 – When Faith Falters

In Genesis 16 – When Faith Falters, Abram and Sarai allow their emotions to drive their decisions instead of God’s Word. Their marriage and life suffer as a result. The compounding effects of sin can lead to significant dysfunction in marriage and relationships. It all began with a male spiritual leadership as Abram chose the easier path and capitulated on the truth of God’s Word. Listen to Genesis 16 – When Faith Falters and experience how this message relates perfectly to the common problems w...

Jul 31, 2022

Genesis 15 – The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 2)

Genesis 15 – The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 2) reveals the mercy and unconditional love of God for His people. Like Abraham, many of us battle with fears and worries about our current circumstances or our future. God reminds Abraham of the promises in His Word and Abraham responds by waiting on the Lord. Waiting on God is not easy when we are stressed and afraid, but in Genesis 15 – Abrahamic Covenant (Part 2), the Good News of Jesus provides comfort and assurance now and in the future, for ages t...

Jul 24, 2022

Genesis 14:17-24 – Melchizedek – King of Righteousness

Genesis 14:17-24 – Melchizedek – King of Righteousness shows us that this king who seems to come out of nowhere is really a precursor to Jesus. Abram has just rescued his nephew Lot along with all the possessions of Sodom and Gomorrah. The King of Sodom and Melchizedek the King of Salem want to meet with Abram and they both offer something to him. Genesis 14:17-24 – Melchizedek – King of Righteousness reveals that Abram has finally found freedom in walking in God’s ways by how he responds to bot...

Jul 17, 2022

Acts 16 – Baptism – A Believer’s Response to God’s Love

Acts 16 – Baptism – A Believer’s Response to God’s Love is the incredible story of the Philippian jailer who was ready to take his own life, until he met the Apostle Paul. In response to the Gospel message the jailer receives Christ and in response to God’s love gets baptized. Perhaps you were baptized as a baby or you already love and follow Jesus, but have not been baptized as an adult; what should you do? In this Sunday’s message we see the power of the Gospel pursuing a man who was not looki...

Jul 10, 2022

Genesis 14 – The Astounding Grace of God

Genesis 14 – The Astounding Grace of God shows us how Abraham reflects God’s astounding love for a man who wronged him in the past. Abraham has experienced the grace based love of God, even when he didn’t deserve it, and as his character grows he begins to look more and more like Jesus. If you are struggling to forgive those who have wronged you in your life, listen to Sunday’s message to learn how to be humble instead of high minded. Genesis 14 is an encouraging word focused on the Astounding l...

Jul 03, 2022

Genesis 13 – Finding Intimacy with God

Genesis 13 – Finding Intimacy with God shows us that now Abram realizes the cause and the cost of losing his intimacy with God. Like Abraham, we can feel distanced in our relationship with Jesus because of our own sin or even the difficult circumstances we face within our own family. God has made a way for us to return to a place of genuine faith, gratitude and a hunger for God’s Word. Listen to this week’s message in Genesis 13 and learn how the Bible leads, guides and directs us back to a plac...

Jun 26, 2022

Genesis 12 – Abram’s Lapse of Faith

Genesis 12 – Abram’s Lapse of Faith is a reminder that we all stumble in unbelief, but God’s blessings come to us by His grace and not our merit. Everyone knows and experiences that life is hard! It’s easy to blame God for suffering and hardship, but as a we grow in knowing God’s person we see that He is building our character and trust in Him through trials and pain. It’s temping to do what is right in our own eyes and according to our own ways, and like Abram God calls you to grow in faith. Pa...

Jun 19, 2022

Genesis 12 – Abrahamic Covenant (Part 1)

Genesis 12 – The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 1) teaches us that God’s covenant promises are always fulfilled. God calls Abram a sinful pagan man to follow Him not because Abram is better than others, but because God has a purpose for his life. This promised covenant from God means we can trust God has a purpose for our lives just like Abraham! Pastor Dave’s message explains God’s covenant with Abraham, how it relates to Israel and why God’s covenant points us to Jesus today! Genesis 12 – The Abraha...

Jun 12, 2022

Genesis 11 – The Tower of Babel

Genesis 11 – The Tower of Babel reveals that the sinful nature of man was not removed after the flood. We know that the ancient Babylonians were not a barbaric society, in fact they were quite advanced in many areas of science and agriculture and they were able to advance quite rapidly because the world had only one language. Genesis 11 – The Tower of Babel is man’s first attempt at a one world government. It is also the beginning of the false religions. It was sinful, corrupt and it’s leader “N...

Jun 05, 2022

Genesis 9-10 – New Beginnings

Genesis 9-10 – New Beginnings, emphasizes the new beginnings for Noah and his family as God establishes His covenant of loving-kindness with all the earth. God gives mankind the responsibility to rule and reign with justice in order to protect the sanctity of life. When we honor the Lord our relationship with our parents, coworkers and community it enables us to produces good fruit instead of the violence and dissension we see in both Noah’s day and today. Listen to Pastor JC Cooper’s timely mes...

May 29, 2022

Joshua 1 – Be Strong and Courageous

Joshua 1 – Be Strong and Courageous is an inspirational message showing us that we can be the valiant people of God. When we focus on God’s abilities and faithfulness we are able to then be strong and courageous. Strength and courage are not merely words, but the truth of what God promises and provides to those who follow Him. Listen to Guest Speaker John Hwang as he unpacks this uplifting message showing what it means to embrace God’s call of strength and courage in daily life so that we may be...

May 22, 2022

Genesis 8 – Rest For The Soul

Genesis 8 – Rest For The Soul shows that God’s Word reveals how we find Rest for Our Soul in a weary and wicked world constantly bombarding us with trials and temptations. Noah was on the ark for over a year; what a tiresome journey! Do you ever feel like your season of struggle, pain or discouragement will never end? Wait on the Lord by knowing God’s promises, praying God’s promises and find rest by trusting God’s promises. God’s promises make us thankful for all He has done and doing in our li...

May 15, 2022

Genesis 7:17-24 – The Flood of Noah (Part 2)

Genesis 7:17-24 -The Flood of Noah (Part 2), provides a clear historical account of a literal and global flood, which covered the entire earth! Could the flood really have covered the tallest mountains including Mount Everest? Isn’t the flood just a mythological or allegorical story? The veracity of Noah’s flood is found in fossilized evidence all over the world, which includes Mount Everest! Nearly every tradition from people groups on every continent, even dating back 4,000 years, points to a ...

May 08, 2022

Genesis 6-8 – The Flood of Noah (Part 1)

Genesis 6-8 – The Flood of Noah (Part 1), God proves through a global flood that He does bring judgment and punishes people for their sin. Does it ever seem like wicked people and evil continues to prosper unpunished in our world? Don’t be fooled! God is patient and desires for mankind to repent of their evil ways, but He is not slow to fulfill His promises. Just like in the days of Noah it is important for us to understand we must be watchful for the return of Jesus before He shuts the door to ...

May 01, 2022

Genesis 5-6 – The Days of Noah

Genesis 5 – 6 – The Days of Noah, provides valuable insight into why our world is filled with so much corruption and violence at every level of humanity. Have you ever been hurt, offended or cheated and wondered why is the world evil? How could perfect creation digress into such chaos and perversion? God’s Word teaches that mankind has a sin nature, which means no amount of human effort, showing up to church or doing good deeds can possibly reform our flesh. The Bible also reveals that since the...

Apr 24, 2022

1 Corinthians 15 – The Power of Jesus

1 Corinthians 15 – The Power of Jesus will give us the answer to the most important question we could ever ask. It shows us that Jesus had the power to lay down His life for us and to also raise Himself up from the dead three days later. Easter Sunday reveals The Power of Jesus who is alive and with us today because of His resurrection from the dead. 1 Corinthians 15 gives us the testimony of the actual evidence for the resurrection of Jesus. How does Jesus’ resurrection answer the most importan...

Apr 17, 2022

Matthew 26 – Good Friday

Matthew 26 – Good Friday introduces us to the “Passion Week of Jesus Christ,” demonstrating the depths of Jesus’ love for us and what he was willing to endure to restore us to a right relationship with God. In this message we will be looking at passages from each of the four gospels, getting a full picture of what Jesus accomplished during this Passion Week of His ministry. The Jewish religious leaders who are seeking to kill Jesus are aided by Judas one of Jesus’ disciples who betrays Him for t...

Apr 15, 2022

John 12:1-19 – The Triumphant Entry of King Jesus

John 12:1-19 – The Triumphant Entry of King Jesus takes place just after Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead and His fame is now exploding! Things are not always as they appear on the surface. On the surface Jesus’ fame is exploding! Millions in Jerusalem are hailing Jesus as their King. With shouts of Hosana they praise their long awaited Messiah and beg Him to save now! To everyone’s surprise Jesus does not receive their praise but instead displays sorrow and heartache at their apparent worship...

Apr 10, 2022
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