Recent Sermons

You can say all the right things about Jesus and still be missing the point entirely. Peter did. He gave the perfect answer about who Jesus was and then, moments later, tried to talk Him out of the cross. Sound familiar? Where in your life are you wanting the blessing without the surrender, the crown without the cross? That question might be worth sitting with today.

There is a question that cuts through every layer of religious knowledge, church attendance, and doctrinal correctness. It is not "Do you know about Him?" It is far more personal than that. The question is simply this: Do you know Him?

A desperate mother. A silent Savior. A faith that refused to quit. Matthew 15 gives us one of the most challenging and beautiful encounters in all of the Gospels, and it has much to teach us about who Jesus is, how God works, and what real faith looks like.

Fear is universal. Whether it comes from a literal storm at sea or the trials that quietly unravel our sense of control, every person knows what it feels like to be tossed around by life. The words Jesus spoke to His frightened disciples on the Sea of Galilee are just as relevant today: "Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid."

Most of us have quietly asked it at some point: will there be enough? Enough time, money, strength, or courage to face what lies ahead? Matthew 14 answers that question, not just with words, but with one of the most significant miracles in all of Scripture.

Faith rarely starts in a stadium. It starts at a kitchen table. It starts watching someone pray. It starts in a quiet moment you almost missed. Jesus said the kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, something so small you might not notice it at first. But it grows into something that draws others in. Where are you in that story right now? And is your life becoming the kind of place where others want to come and rest?

If you have ever looked at the world and wondered why God allows evil to continue, you are not alone. It is one of the oldest and most honest questions believers ask. Jesus addresses this directly in the Parable of the Wheat and Weeds in Matthew 13, and His answer is both surprising and deeply comforting.

Jesus told a simple farming story that carries one of the most searching questions a person of faith can face: what kind of soil am I offering to God? The Parable of the Sower in Matthew 13 is not just a lesson about agriculture. It is a mirror held up to the condition of our hearts, and it calls every follower of Christ to honest self-examination.

Life is exhausting. We carry schedules, responsibilities, grief, financial pressure, family concerns, and the weight of our own sin. And yet, in the middle of all of it, Jesus extends one of the most tender invitations in all of Scripture: "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." (Matthew 11:28, ESV)

Jesus said some of the most radical things ever spoken. Things that made people walk away, hesitate, or drop everything and follow Him. The Gospel of Matthew forces every reader to wrestle with one central question: Who is Jesus, and what does it mean to follow Him?

Following Jesus is not a call to comfort. It is a call to go. This is a look at what it means to live as sent ones in a world that is increasingly hostile to the gospel, and why that mission is worth every cost.

Have you ever wondered what it means to truly follow God's calling? The story of Jesus sending out his disciples reveals profound truths about how God sees us, calls us, and equips us for His purposes. Through their example, we discover that following Christ isn't about having all the right skills—it's about having a willing heart.

What if the same power that turned terrified disciples into world-changing witnesses is still available today? The day of Pentecost didn't just birth the church - it reversed the Tower of Babel and showed God's heart for unity among all believers. Are you ready to say yes to that same Spirit-filled mission?

Jesus didn't ascend to retire - He was enthroned with ultimate authority! The ascension wasn't the end of His work but the beginning of ours. Are you still staring at the sky or getting to work with the power He's given you? The same Christ who conquered death is actively working through His church today.

Feeling spiritually exhausted from trying to live the Christian life through your own strength? Jesus has a better way. In John 15, He reveals Himself as the true vine - our divine life source. The secret isn't trying harder; it's learning to abide. When we make our home in Him, we don't just survive spiritually - we thrive. Are you withering or abiding?

Discover what it means to grow from spiritual infancy to becoming a living stone in God's temple through this powerful exploration of 1 Peter 2. Learn about spiritual growth, Christian maturity, and building your life on the solid foundation of Jesus Christ as your cornerstone. This biblical teaching explores the journey from being spiritual babies to mature believers who proclaim God's excellencies in daily life.

Ever wonder why Jesus calls Himself the Good Shepherd instead of the Good Rancher? The difference will transform how you follow Him. Ranchers drive cattle from behind, but shepherds lead sheep from the front. Which voice are you following today? 🐑✨

Feeling like God is absent from your life? The disciples on the road to Emmaus felt the same way - crushed, disappointed, and unable to see Jesus walking right beside them. What if Christ is closer than you think, even in your deepest struggles? Sometimes we need faith to trust that God is up to something bigger than what we can currently see.

What if the chaos around you isn't the end of the story? While the world offers wishful thinking, Jesus offers something revolutionary: living hope that doesn't fade when circumstances get tough. Your inheritance in Christ is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading—completely different from everything else in this world that's falling apart. The same Jesus who walked through locked doors to fearful disciples still meets you in your uncertainty today, showing His wounds as proof of His love and declaring peace over your situation. Where are you anchoring your hope when everything feels unstable?