Steadfast #7: Stepping Out of Our Comfort Zone for Christ
Grant Perkins, Preaching Intern, brings a message from Acts 9:1-19 in the Steadfast series.
Jul 06, 2025•27 min•Ep. 353
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Steadfast #6: Freedom from Earthly Labels
Grant Perkins, Preaching Intern, brings a message from Acts 8:26-40 in the Steadfast series.
Jun 29, 2025•28 min•Ep. 352
Steadfast #5: Caring Across Division
Scripture: Acts 6 Speaker: Grant Perkins Summary:This sermon emphasizes the importance of the church staying true to its mission: sharing the gospel and caring for each other. Using examples like Kodak’s failure and Chick-fil-A’s success, Grant illustrates how knowing and living out a clear mission keeps an organization relevant. Acts 6 is used to show how the early church corrected "mission drift" by addressing neglect of Greek-speaking widows, empowering culturally different leaders, and uniti...
Jun 23, 2025•25 min•Ep. 351
Steadfast #4: You Can't Stop This!
Chris Stephens, Preacher from the Avenue G Church, brings us a message in the Steadfast series from Acts 5.
Jun 15, 2025•36 min•Ep. 350
Steadfast #3: A Church on Target
Grant Perkins, our Preaching Intern, highlights four key practices that kept the early church in Acts focused and steadfast. His message challenges us to align with these same foundational priorities as we pursue being a church on target today.
Jun 08, 2025•27 min•Ep. 349
Steadfast #2: Proof & Power
This message series journeys through the book of Acts, spotlighting powerful moments of faithfulness in the early Church—both the devotion of believers to God and the steadfast faithfulness of God to His people. As we walk through the stories of the early Christians, we’ll see how the gospel spread, communities formed, and lives were transformed—all through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Jun 01, 2025•35 min•Ep. 348
Steadfast #1: Waiting Well
Join us as we dive into our new summer series "Steadfast: God's Faithfulness and Ours. In this message our preaching intern Grant Perkins leads us into the book of Acts.
May 25, 2025•33 min•Ep. 347
When Church Hurts: Invitation to Heal
Church should be a place of healing-but what is it's where you were hurt? Join us for "When Church Hurts," a series about finding hope, healing, and restoration when church wounds instead of welcomes.
May 18, 2025•33 min•Ep. 346
When Church Hurts: When the Church Fights
Scripture: John 10:11-13, 1 Corinthians 1:10-13, John 17:20-23, Ephesians 4:1-6 Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: Scott's message emphasizes that unity in the church is essential for fulfilling God’s purpose and requires believers to live in harmony, love, and humility. He draws from Ephesians 4 to stress the importance of maintaining the unity of the Spirit through peace, acknowledging the one body and one Spirit that binds all believers. Unity is portrayed not as uniformity, but as a shared commit...
May 11, 2025•32 min•Ep. 341
When Church Hurts: Overlooked, Outcast and Judged
Church should be a place of healing-but what is it's where you were hurt? Join us for "When Church Hurts," a series about finding hope, healing, and restoration when church wounds instead of welcomes.
May 04, 2025•38 min•Ep. 345
When Church Hurts: We all have scars
Church should be a place of healing-but what is it's where you were hurt? Join us for "When Church Hurts," a series about finding hope, healing, and restoration when church wounds instead of welcomes.
Apr 27, 2025•38 min•Ep. 345
Chapter 31: Don't Be Afraid
Scott Meyer, Lead Minister, brings a message from Chapter 31 of The Story. The message begins by confronting the common fears and anxieties that grip people today—financial struggles, health worries, relationship pain—and reveals that underneath it all lies the fear of death. Drawing from Revelation, the sermon emphasizes that Jesus, who conquered death and now holds the keys to it, invites us to live without fear because He transforms whatever He passes through. John’s vision of Jesus in Revela...
Apr 20, 2025•32 min•Ep. 344
Chapter 30: Storms, Shipwrecks and Snakes
Scott Meyer, Lead Minister, brings a message from Chapter 30 of The Story.
Apr 13, 2025•33 min•Ep. 343
Chapter 29: Transformed to Transform
Chris Stephens, Lead Minister of the Avenue G. Church, brings a message from Chapter 29 of The Story.
Apr 06, 2025•46 min•Ep. 342
Chapter 28: They Told Someone
Scripture: Acts 1:1-11 Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: Scott reflects on the things we often take for granted, highlighting how we only realize their value when they're suddenly gone, like electricity. He emphasizes the miracle of being present today, worshiping Jesus, which ties into the story of the early church's launch in Acts. Jesus, after His resurrection, teaches His disciples, urging them to wait for the Holy Spirit's power to be His witnesses, not just informed but empowered. Scott challe...
Mar 30, 2025•21 min•Ep. 340
Chapter 27: But We Had Hoped
Scripture: Luke 24:13-36 Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: The sermon emphasizes that the Christian faith is not based on the Bible itself but on a single historical event—the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Scott stresses that if the resurrection did not happen, then the rest of Christian teachings would not hold significance, but if it did, it validates everything Jesus said and did. The passage from Luke 24 is used to illustrate how the resurrection transformed despair into purpose for Jesus’ disci...
Mar 23, 2025•25 min•Ep. 338
Chapter 26: The Table and the Cross
Scripture: John 13:1-5, John 13:12-17, Matthew 26:26-29, John 19:28-30, Luke 23:46, Matthew 27:51-54, Romans 5:8 Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: The sermon begins with a reflection on pivotal historical events, like the Challenger explosion, that change everything, leading into the central theme—the crucifixion of Jesus as the defining moment of history. Jesus, knowing his impending sacrifice, humbles himself by washing his disciples' feet, demonstrating that true leadership is rooted in servantho...
Mar 17, 2025•37 min•Ep. 339
Chapter 25: Grave Lessons
Scripture: John 11 Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: This message emphasizes the central question of faith: "Who is Jesus?" and explores the tension between human suffering and divine timing, illustrating how God’s delays are not necessarily denials. The message highlights that Jesus not only performs miracles but also enters into human grief, empathizing with those who suffer. The raising of Lazarus serves as a demonstration of Jesus' power over death and his call to bring people out of despair int...
Mar 10, 2025•27 min•Ep. 337
Chapter 24: Lost and Found
Scripture: Luke 15:1-2, Luke 15:3-7, Luke 15:8-10, Luke 15:11-32 Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: The sermon focuses on the theme of being lost and found, drawing from Luke 15, where Jesus shares three parables—the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the prodigal son—to illustrate God's relentless pursuit of those who are spiritually lost. Scott highlights that God's heart longs for His lost children and that He actively seeks them rather than waiting for them to find Him. The message challenges believe...
Mar 02, 2025•42 min•Ep. 336
Chapter 23: When Jesus Shows Up
Scripture: John 1:18, John 1:2-9, John 1:40-42, John 2:7-10 Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: Scott Meyer, Lead Minister, brings a message from Chapter 23 of The Story. The sermon emphasizes how the presence of Jesus transforms lives. It explains that Jesus did not come to introduce a new religion but to fulfill and reveal God's nature, making Him accessible and personal. The message highlights four key aspects of Jesus’ ministry: revelation (Jesus reveals God clearly), reconciliation (He bridges th...
Feb 24, 2025•29 min•Ep. 335
Chapter 22: Shine, Jesus, Shine
Scripture: John 1:1-5, Luke 1:46-55, Luke 2:17-20, Matthew 2:11-12, Matthew 2:16 Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: The sermon focuses on the transition from God's 400 years of silence to the birth of Jesus, marking the fulfillment of God's promises. Scott compares this moment to the opening of an epic story, using the Gospel of John to highlight Jesus as the divine Word and light that shatters darkness. Key figures such as Mary, the shepherds, and the Magi demonstrate humble responses to Jesus, whil...
Feb 17, 2025•33 min•Ep. 334
Chapter 21: A Word in the Hand
Scriptures: Ezra 7:8-10, Malachi 4:4-5, Luke 24:7, John1:1 Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: The sermon focuses on the transition from the Old Testament to the New Testament, emphasizing the theme of renewal through the books of Ezra, Nehemiah, and Malachi. It highlights how God used the pagan King Artaxerxes to fulfill His promise by allowing the Jewish people to return and rebuild their temple and city, showing God's faithfulness. The message stresses the importance of being in alignment with God'...
Feb 09, 2025•29 min•Ep. 333
Chapter 20: God Behind the Scenes
Scripture: Esther 4:14-16,Esther 6:6-10, Esther 9:20-22, Galatians 3:13, Philippians 2:6-11 Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: The sermon focuses on the story of Esther and how God's providence works even when He seems silent. It highlights the key characters—King Xerxes, Esther, Mordecai, and Haman—and the unfolding drama of Haman's plot to destroy the Jews, which is ultimately overturned through Esther's courage and divine intervention. Scott emphasizes three key takeaways: God’s silence does not m...
Feb 02, 2025•40 min•Ep. 332
Chapter 19: Finishing Strong
Scriptures: Ezra 1:1-4, Ezra 4:24, Haggai 1:2-9, Haggai 2:6-7, John 2:19-21, Ephesians 2:19-22 Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: This sermon focuses on the concept of completing the work God has started in us, drawing parallels to the Israelites rebuilding the temple under Ezra and Haggai's leadership. It highlights how the people initially began rebuilding the temple with enthusiasm but were distracted by opposition and personal priorities, leaving God's work unfinished for years. Scott connects th...
Jan 27, 2025•38 min•Ep. 331
Chapter 18: Tips for Living in Babylon
Scripture: Daniel 1:1-6, Daniel 1:8, Daniel 2:14, Daniel 3:16-18, Isaiah 43:2, Daniel 6:5, Daniel 8:10 Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: This sermon focuses on living faithfully as Christians in a culture that feels foreign or opposed to God’s values, using the story of Daniel and his friends in Babylon as an example. It emphasizes four key tips: maintain hope and trust in God’s word, resist bitterness, remain respectful even in challenging circumstances, and develop a consistent prayer life. The se...
Jan 20, 2025•37 min•Ep. 330
Chapter 17: An Unpopular Message
Scripture: Jeremiah 2:13, Lamentations 3:22-24, Ezekiel 37:11-14, Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: This sermon emphasizes the faithfulness of God even in challenging and dark seasons of life. It recounts the story of the Israelites during their exile, focusing on the messages of the prophets Jeremiah and Ezekiel. The central theme is that God's discipline is not meant to punish but to restore and transform, shaping character over comfort. Despite their rebellion and suffering, the sermon underscore...
Jan 13, 2025•41 min•Ep. 329
Why Church Still Matters in 2025
Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20, Matthew 28:16-20, Acts 1:6-8, 1 Peter 2:4-10 Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: The sermon emphasizes the enduring relevance of the church in 2025, built on an unshakable foundation—Jesus Christ, the Son of the Living God. It highlights the church's unstoppable mission to make and grow disciples, rooted in the teachings of Jesus and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Scott talks about personal experiences, societal challenges, and biblical principles to argue that the church r...
Jan 05, 2025•52 min•Ep. 328
Chapter 15: Refuse to Choose
Scripture: 1 Kings 16:29-33, 1 Kings 17:1, 1 Kings 18:16-26, 1 Kings 18:30-39, John 14:6 Speaker: Scott Seela Summary: The sermon centers on the story of Elijah challenging the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel, emphasizing the need for decisive faith in God. It begins by highlighting Israel's wavering between worshiping God and Baal, which Elijah calls out as dangerous indecision. Through a dramatic showdown, Elijah proves God's sovereignty when fire from heaven consumes his water-drenched offer...
Dec 29, 2024•32 min•Ep. 325
Chapter 16: A Christmas Story
Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 53:1-5 Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: The sermon begins with a story illustrating how we often mistake provision for the provider, setting the stage for the central message: God's sovereignty and presence amidst uncertainty and darkness. Drawing from Isaiah 6, it emphasizes that while earthly powers and securities may falter, God remains "high and exalted," in control, and present in the midst of life's chaos. The prophecy of Isaiah 7:14, foretelling E...
Dec 22, 2024•33 min•Ep. 327
Chapter 14: Going Dark
Scripture: 1Kings 12:1-14, 1 Kings 12:25-31, Ephesians 2:14-16 Speaker: Scott Meyer Summary: The sermon, "Going Dark," explores themes of insecurity, division, and redemption through the story of two kings, Rehoboam and Jeroboam, from 1 Kings. It highlights how their insecurities and failure to seek God's guidance led to a divided kingdom and spiritual darkness, illustrating the dangers of leading from insecurity rather than confidence in God. Scott draws parallels to modern life, urging individ...
Dec 15, 2024•38 min•Ep. 326
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