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Every scar tells a story — but you get to decide how it's told. In Victim or Veteran: Scars that Complain or Speak, we explore the powerful difference between living defined by our wounds and living empowered by them. Through the story of Thomas and the resurrected Christ, we discover that scars are not proof of defeat — they are evidence of survival. The question isn't whether you've been hurt; it's whether your scars will complain about the past or speak victory into someone else's future. You can't erase your scars, but you can decide what they mean. Will this be who you are, or simply what you went through?
Not everyone who needs healing actually wants it. In John 5, Jesus asks a paralyzed man a dangerous question: “Do you want to get well?” Because healing doesn't just remove pain—it removes excuses, patterns, and old identities. This message challenges us to leave the comfort of dysfunction, stand up from victimhood, and walk into the responsibility of freedom.
A new county tax proposal is on the table — and it's being sold as a solution. But when you dig into the details, serious questions start to surface.This measure wouldn't just increase taxes. It comes with policy conditions that could restrict how law enforcement operates and limit local control over public safety decisions. So who really gains? And who carries the burden?In this episode, we break down the numbers, the strings attached, and the long-term implications. We examine whether this proposal truly serves residents — or whether it expands government authority without delivering measurable returns.Click the link and press “Comment on Legislation.”https://online.co.pierce.wa.us/cfapps/council/iview/proposal.cfm?proposal_num=O2026-501Local government works best when citizens show up. A few minutes of your time can make a real difference in shaping the outcome.Don't assume someone else will speak up. If you care about the future of Pierce County, now is the time to engage and comment NO against this proposal.
Fear can push us into places we never planned to go and make us act in ways we never expected. In this message, we look at David's darkest detour—when fear drove him away from Gath and into desperation—yet praise never left his lips. All Times Means These Times reminds us that worship isn't reserved for the good moments, but is forged in the middle of fear, confusion, and uncertainty. Even here, God is worthy.
Something was taken from you—and running won't get it back. This message confronts the difference between relief and restoration, exposing how wounded hearts settle for broken cisterns instead of living water. Through the story of the woman at the well, we see how Jesus reframes pain without shaming and restores the courage to face what once controlled us. Victims cope and coexist, but veterans stand their ground. Discover how refusing escape, choosing discipline, and stepping toward healing allows God to restore what was lost and break destructive patterns for good. You were victimized—but now it's time to stand your ground.
Just like a movie soundtrack tells you how to feel before anything happens, the thoughts and voices in your mind shape how you live. In this message, we see how Israel let fear and negativity keep them stuck, while Joshua and Caleb chose faith and trust in God. You'll learn how what you think about, who you listen to, and what you say can either keep you trapped in the past or move you forward into God's promises. Change the soundtrack, and you can change your future.
In this message, Pastor Dennis Cummins teaches that while we can't control what happened to us, we can control what we do next. Blame may feel justified, but it quietly hands the remote control of our lives to someone else—keeping us stuck replaying the same pain. Using powerful biblical examples, Pastor Dennis shows how progress begins when excuses end and ownership begins. Victims relive reruns, but veterans take back control, change the channel, and move forward into the future God has for them.
Pain is inevitable, but identity is a choice. Drawing from Paul's triumph through suffering and a life-altering personal story, this message confronts the moment where every wounded heart stands—the Y in the road. Will we live as victims, trapped in blame and replay, or rise as veterans, forged by the battle and moving forward in faith? Discover how taking responsibility, choosing life, and refusing to let pain author the future leads us out of Act Two and into God's redemptive Act Three. Pain may visit—but it doesn't get to stay.
Pastor Dariel calls the church to reject careless living and recover God's purpose for every moment. Time is never neutral—it is either wasted or redeemed. In a culture pressing believers toward compromise, God commands His people to walk wisely, live distinctly, and steward time as a sacred trust. Redeeming the time means imitating God, removing corrupt influences, and choosing light over darkness. This is not about stronger resolutions, but obedient living. The days are evil—but God's purpose is clear.
Hope isn't wishful thinking—it's vision. As we step into a new year, many people start hopeful… then quickly grow disappointed. But Biblical hope is different. It's not optimism—it's a confident expectation rooted in God's promises. In this episode, we unpack:Why hope often fadesWhat biblical hope really isHow hope gives faith something to work withWhy disappointment doesn't disqualify youHow to choose hope again—even after delay or lossIf faith feels stuck, it may not be a faith problem—it may be a hope problem.
After 400 years of divine silence, God spoke—not with power, but with presence. Pastor Dennis Cummins centers this message on the often overlooked innkeeper, a man faced with a holy interruption. He could have turned Mary and Joseph away because he was overwhelmed by the demands of the moment or because he felt unworthy to host something so sacred. Instead, the innkeeper made room, and in doing so became part of the moment God broke the silence of heaven. This sermon challenges us to see ourselves in the innkeeper and confront the same question he faced: when Jesus comes to us, will we be too busy, too insecure, or willing to open the door?
Blind honor protects egos, partners with dysfunction, and stays silent while destruction grows. In the story of Abigail, Nabal, and David (1 Samuel 25), we see what true honor looks like. Nabal's arrogance provokes violence, David's anger threatens his destiny, and Abigail's courage interrupts disaster. She refuses blind loyalty and speaks truth with love, reminding David who God has called him to be. This sermon reveals that honor is not silence or fear—it is courage that protects destiny, confronts sin, and aligns hearts with God's purpose.
Pastor Dennis exposes how blind honor twists truth, silences questions, and protects harmful leaders. Like the Pharisees or any abusive system, it controls information, creates false enemies, and hides corruption behind performance. Jesus breaks the propaganda machine by confronting lies, exposing hypocrisy, and destroying fear. Real honor doesn't cover sin. Real loyalty doesn't demand silence. And real freedom begins when we stop confusing control with care and let Christ bring everything into the light.
Pastor Dennis confronts the lie that loyalty requires silence. Blind honor is deadly. When we protect a predator in the name of “forgiveness,” we are not being Christlike—we are enabling evil. The story of Amnon and Tamar proves it: Amnon acted like a predator, Tamar was shattered, and David—her own father—chose silence to protect the family name. God never calls His people to loyalty that covers sin or to honor that ignores danger. Real honor exposes darkness. Real forgiveness doesn't erase accountability. And real discernment refuses to let fear or image stand in the way of truth.
Pastor Dennis challenges us to stop letting manipulation disguise itself as loyalty. When honor ignores red flags, it becomes bondage. But when honor is rooted in truth, it brings freedom. God is raising believers who can recognize unhealthy influence, reject emotional traps, and stand firm in the clarity of His Word.God never asks His people to silence their discernment. Scripture calls us to test every spirit, weigh every word, and guard our hearts with wisdom. Samson was blinded by Delilah's charm, the Galatians were swayed by false teachers, and even Paul warned the church about those who “masquerade as angels of light.” Discernment isn't suspicion—it's spiritual protection.
Blind honor isn't loyalty—it's bondage.Pastor Dennis warns that when our honor is rooted in family expectations, cultural traditions, or unexamined customs, it can lead us away from God's will. Jesus Himself showed us that true honor is never blind—it's anchored in obedience to the Father above all else. Blind honor demands silence and compliance. But God calls us to courageous clarity. Families can mislead, cultures can drift, and traditions can bind—but the Word of God never shifts. Abraham had to leave his father's house; Gideon had to tear down his father's altar. Destiny often requires us to break from what's familiar in order to follow what's holy.
True Beauty is not about the mirror—it's about the soul.In a world that screams that your outward appearance is your ultimate value, God is calling His daughters to a radically different standard. Pastor Dennis references the story of Queen Esther, a woman who rose above her peers not because of a flawless exterior, but because of a fierce and distinguished inward beauty—the beauty of character, courage, and a surrendered spirit.The world's definition of beauty is a cruel, ticking clock. It demands perfection, promises satisfaction, and then inevitably fades, leaving behind insecurity and disappointment. We all know that no amount of external glamour can stop the relentless march of time, but the world continues to chase a temporary illusion.This message challenges every woman to shift her focus from the fleeting to the forever. Esther's true crown wasn't the one placed on her head, but the one forged in her heart. She was prepared, not just with royal treatments, but with a deep, inner work that would equip her to save a nation.
God designed every believer to live under covering — not for control, but for protection
We live in a world that constantly feeds us junk—entertainment, opinions, and pleasures that promise satisfaction but leave us empty. Then, we wonder why the things of God don't taste as good anymore.The truth is, you can't develop a hunger for heaven while you're full of the world. In this powerful message, Pastor Steve Smothermon challenges us to change our spiritual diet. Psalm 34:8 says, “Taste and see that the Lord is good.” It takes time, effort, and a decision to push away from the table of the world and sit at the table of God.This isn't about religion—it's about desire. When you stop feeding your spirit the world's substitutes and start pursuing God with passion, you'll discover that nothing else compares to His presence.
Being a Kingdom Christian isn't just about believing in God — it's about aligning every part of your life with His rule and purpose. It's choosing to see, live, and speak from heaven's perspective here on earth.View Life God's WaySee the world through His eyes, not the world's. Let His Word shape how you think, respond, and make decisions. When your perspective shifts to His, your purpose becomes clear.Live Life God's WayFaith isn't passive — it's active. Walk in obedience, integrity, and love. Live with kingdom character in your home, workplace, and community. Let your daily choices reflect the King you serve.Proclaim Life God's WayThe Kingdom isn't meant to be hidden. Speak hope. Share truth. Carry light into dark places. Your voice and story are tools God uses to advance His Kingdom.To be a Kingdom Christian is to fully surrender — to see as God sees, walk as He leads, and speak as He commands. That's how heaven touches earth through you.
Too often in our walk with Christ, we settle for “just enough.” In 2 Kings 13, the king of Israel was instructed by the prophet Elisha to strike the arrows on the ground. He struck only three times—and stopped. Because he held back, his victory was limited.How many times do we stop striking in our own lives—quitting prayer too soon, giving half-hearted worship, or allowing passion to fade when God has called us to keep going? Pastor Carl Toti challenges us to break free from mediocrity in our Christian walk.This message is a call to perseverance, passion, and persistence. God is not looking for half-hearted devotion but for men and women who will keep striking until the breakthrough comes. Don't stop short of all that God has for you—keep pressing, keep believing, and keep striking.
In these times, our eyes are drawn to headlines, to outrage, to events intended to shock us into fear or anger. But what if God is calling us to a different vision—one that fixes not on what's loud or violent, but on the Author and Finisher of our faith? Dariel invites us into this kind of radical clarity, urging us to stay locked in on Jesus even when the world tries to pull our gaze elsewhere. ⚖️ Wrong in the Face of Violence — The recent tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk during a speaking event is a stark reminder of how far things have gone. Political violence is never justifiable, and targeting someone for what they say or who they are—regardless of one's beliefs—is deeply wrong. It should convict us all: we live in a world where hatred and extremism grow when our eyes wander toward vengeance instead of grace.
We all face “dashes”—rushing ahead, getting dashed by storms, or living the brief dash between birth and death. Don't outrun God's timing; build on Jesus, and your life stands when storms hit (Matthew 7). Use your dash to point people to Christ through compassion, generosity, and everyday influence. Keep Jesus in your boat—He calms the waves and leads you to the other side.Did you receive Jesus today? Click the link below for a few tools to help you grow. :https://experiencechurchtv.churchcenter.com/people/forms/269183Subscribe to the latest sermons. :https://bit.ly/3bCFUEW To support the ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here. : https://donate.overflow.co/experiencechurch“We are here to connect you to Christ, equip you for success, and empower you for ministry."Stay Connected With Us!Social Medias:Website : https://www.experiencechurch.tv/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/exptvchurch Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/experiencechurchtv
In this message from our Beyond Me series, we look at 2 Corinthians 9 and discover the balance between seed and bread. God gives us seed to sow and bread to eat—wisdom is knowing the difference, and faith is doing the right thing with both. Tithing protects what we have, seed multiplies what we give, and bread provides for our needs. The call is simple: don't eat all your seed and don't hoard all your bread. Live wisely, give faithfully, and let your generosity leave an eternal impact.Did you receive Jesus today? Click the link below for a few tools to help you grow. :https://experiencechurchtv.churchcenter.com/people/forms/269183Subscribe to the latest sermons. :https://bit.ly/3bCFUEW To support the ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here. : https://donate.overflow.co/experiencechurch“We are here to connect you to Christ, equip you for success, and empower you for ministry."Stay Connected With Us!Social Medias:Website : https://www.experiencechurch.tv/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/exptvchurch Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/experiencechurchtv
Pastor Dennis challenges us to lead in a way that outlasts applause—by making things better than we found them and building a legacy our families will feel for generations. This message is a bold reminder that true leadership starts with service, not a title.
Why it matters: The Charter Review Commission helps decide how Pierce County is governed — including whether voters keep the right to elect the sheriff.Big picture: The commission reviews and proposes updates to the county's charter, impacting public safety, government structure, and accountability. Decisions made here can affect how local leaders are chosen and how power is balanced in the county.
You don't need a title to lead—just the courage to obey. In this powerful message, Pastor Dennis launches his brand-new book “Leading Without Permission” and delivers a challenge to lead from wherever you are, no permission slip required.
In this episode, Pastor Dennis Cummins, Pastor Andrew Sedra, and Pastor Noleen Sedra of Experience Church engage in a candid discussion about the growing influence of Islam in Western societies. They explore the cultural and spiritual implications of this shift and why many are hesitant to address it openly.
Are you chasing purpose—or chasing applause? In this episode, we unpack what it really means to be driven by ambition vs directed by God's vision. Through the cautionary story of Absalom and the faithful example of David, we explore how ambition often starts in pain and ends in pride. You'll learn:How selfish ambition masks itself as visionWhy obedience is greater than opticsHow to discern God's whisper over culture's shoutWhether you're a young leader, creative, pastor, or student—this episode speaks to the tension of leading in a noisy world.
The modern church is in crisis—and no one wants to talk about it. In this episode, we expose how progressive Christianity and LGBTQ ideology have quietly taken over pulpits, redefining truth and leaving a trail of broken families in the name of love and tolerance. If you're Gen Z and you've ever felt like something's off with how culture and faith collide—you're not crazy. You're being called to stand.
In today's culture, the spirit of Babylon distorts what God made holy—marriage, gender, and identity—to serve false gods. This sermon unpacks how these sacred truths are being twisted and how believers must respond with boldness, clarity, and grace.Bottom line: What God sets apart, the world tries to tear apart—but truth still stands.
In a culture where silence often feels safe, Pastor Andrew Sedra calls us to boldly speak the truth—not for applause, but because truth matters. What one generation tolerates, the next celebrates. If we don't speak now, compromise will become culture.Bottom Line:If you don't speak truth, the world will redefine it.
Worry creeps in quietly but weighs heavy. It clouds our thoughts and steals our joy. Yet Isaiah 26:3 reminds us that perfect peace is possible—for those who keep their minds fixed on God. This message invites us to stop spiraling and start standing on His promises.Bottom Line: Peace isn't found in control—it's found in trust.Want to hear more sermons? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/sermonsWant to support the ministry? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/give-nowWant to plan your visit? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/planyourvisit
This Father's Day, discover the true calling of parenthood: raising adults, not just kids. God calls us to build character over comfort, preparing children for purpose, not ease. There are no perfect parents—only consistent ones. Through love, discipline, and example, we shape future leaders. Let's commit to parenting with intention, consistency, and a heart set on legacy.Bottom Line: You don't have to be a perfect parent—just a consistent one, focused on building character over comfort.Want to hear more sermons? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/sermonsWant to support the ministry? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/give-nowWant to plan your visit? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/planyourvisit
The Church doesn't need more passion—it needs more devotion. Pastor Steve Smothermon Jr. unpacks the difference between emotional zeal and lasting commitment. Passion without direction can be dangerous, but true devotion births godly passion. Passion may start the race, but only devotion finishes it. God is calling His people to move past momentary feelings and into faithful obedience.Bottom Line:Passion starts, but devotion sustains.
God didn't call Abram to comfort—He called him out. Leaving his father's house wasn't just a relocation; it was a declaration of obedience. Like Abram, we're invited to step into the unknown, not with all the answers, but with faith in the One who leads. Comfort can keep us settled, but obedience sets us in motion. The future God has for us begins where comfort ends.Bottom Line:Comfort settles us, but obedience sends us.WANT TO LISTEN TO THE WHOLE SERMON? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/sermonsWant to hear more sermons? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/sermonsWant to support the ministry? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/give-nowWant to plan your visit? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/planyourvisit
Knowledge is the power that allows us to walk in the authority God has already given us. Nehemiah's story shows that when we understand God's promises and His will, we gain the confidence to lead, build, and stand firm—even without a title. Authority isn't earned through position; it's activated through our revelation of knowing that Christ is on the inside of us. He has given us power and authority.This sermon challenges us to lean into God's Word, align with His heart, and step boldly into the authority He's placed on our lives.Did you receive Jesus today? Click the link below for a few tools to help you grow. :https://experiencechurchtv.churchcenter.com/people/forms/269183Subscribe to the latest sermons. :https://bit.ly/3bCFUEW To support the ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here. : https://donate.overflow.co/experiencechurch“We are here to connect you to Christ, equip you for success, and empower you for ministry."Stay Connected With Us!Social Medias:Website : https://www.experiencechurch.tv/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/exptvchurch Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/experiencechurchtv
Gratitude honors where we've been, but vision calls us to where we're going. We remember the past, not to idolize it, but to build upon it. Jesus didn't say, “I have built,” but “I will build my church”—a promise of forward motion. When we cling too tightly to what was, we risk missing what God is doing now. We are being called into a season of bold faith, fresh purpose, and Spirit-led growth—where the church rises not just in memory of what was, but in pursuit of what's yet to come.Bottom Line:We honor the past, but we build the future God is calling us into.Want to hear more sermons? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/sermonsWant to support the ministry? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/give-nowWant to plan your visit? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/planyourvisit
Rachel and Leah, burdened by barrenness, let impatience drive their decisions—creating rivalry, pain, and division that echoed through generations. In contrast, Rebekah, though also flawed, leaned into God's promise and played a bold role in guiding Jacob toward the blessing God had already destined for him. These stories reveal a powerful truth: God uses mothers not because they always get it right, but because He weaves purpose through their persistence, their pain, and their faith.Bottom Line: God doesn't wait for perfect mothers—He uses faithful ones.WANT TO LISTEN TO THE WHOLE SERMON? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/sermonsWant to hear more sermons? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/sermonsWant to support the ministry? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/give-nowWant to plan your visit? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/planyourvisit
Why It Matters: Jacob's family was shaped by deep division between his wives, Leah and Rachel. Though God had a purpose for the whole family, Jacob's love for Rachel and neglect of Leah created a cycle of competition, insecurity, and pain. Their children inherited that tension—brothers divided not just by personality, but by the favoritism and rivalry rooted in their mothers' relationship.Blended families are not new, and Scripture doesn't hide their complexity. But God calls us to something higher: unity, compassion, and fairness. When we show favoritism—like Jacob did—it doesn't just affect one child; it wounds the whole family. Hearts break, relationships fracture, and peace is lost.Bottom Line: Blended families don't need perfection—they need patience.WANT TO LISTEN TO THE WHOLE SERMON? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/sermonsWant to hear more sermons? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/sermonsWant to support the ministry? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/give-nowWant to plan your visit? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/planyourvisit
Why It Matters:Abraham dug wells in faith, Isaac reopened them in obedience, and Jacob and Joseph drank from them in favor. These weren't just wells of water—they were wells of legacy, inheritance, and divine provision.The enemy isn't just after you—he's after your seed. The devil knows that what God starts in one generation, He multiplies in the next. That's why every well Abraham dug had to be fought for by Isaac and preserved for Jacob and Joseph.Isaac didn't just inherit wealth—he inherited warfare. He learned to fight for old wells, walk away from toxic ones, and dig new ones. Each one marked territory that belonged to the blessing of his father.Bottom Line:What the enemy tries to bury, God calls you to redig.WANT TO LISTEN TO THE WHOLE SERMON? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/sermonsWant to hear more sermons? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/sermonsWant to support the ministry? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/give-nowWant to plan your visit? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/planyourvisit
Why It Matters:David faced Goliath with a sling; Jesus faced Satan with a cross. Two battles—one physical, one eternal—both fought on a hill where the impossible bowed to divine authority.David defeated a visible giant with a stone; Jesus crushed an invisible one with surrender.Goliath mocked God's people—Satan mocked God's plan. But both met their end on high ground.Bottom Line: The same God who gave David victory over Goliath gave Jesus victory over death. Your giant may look loud and unbeatable—but on Golgotha, even hell was silenced. The battle is not just about what's in front of you—it's about Who's above you.Want to hear more sermons? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/sermonsWant to support the ministry? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/give-nowWant to plan your visit? https://www.experiencechurch.tv/planyourvisit
Why It Matters:Samson was led by his feelings instead of his purpose—when emotion leads, purpose bleeds.Toxic trust doesn't always come through force, but through carefully crafted strategy.Integrity isn't lost in a moment—it's surrendered one decision at a time.Bottom Line:Not everyone who comforts you is for you. Toxic trust thrives where discernment dies—learn to recognize the difference between influence and control.Did you receive Jesus today? Click the link below for a few tools to help you grow. :https://experiencechurchtv.churchcenter.com/people/forms/269183Subscribe to the latest sermons. :https://bit.ly/3bCFUEW To support the ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here. : https://donate.overflow.co/experiencechurch“We are here to connect you to Christ, equip you for success, and empower you for ministry."Stay Connected With Us!Social Medias:Website : https://www.experiencechurch.tv/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/exptvchurch Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/experiencechurchtv
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