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This familiar phrase takes on new depth as we consider what God's kingdom truly means for us today. It's not just a future hope, but a present reality we're called to participate in.May 18, 2025
As we step into the Lord's Prayer, we begin by recognizing the Lordship and uniqueness of God. It's a call to worship while simultaneously confronting us - God is the God above all others.May 11, 2025
Prayer is simply an ongoing conversation with God, and yet, we often make it a lot more complicated. In Matthew 6, Jesus provides simple yet powerful words that fix our eyes on the Holiness of God and remind us to depend on Him. May 4, 2025
The Book of James is where our faith and beliefs meet everyday life. As we wrap up our study, Pastor Josh focused on the importance of repentance and Christ-like community.April 27, 2025
In the beginning, God breathed life into humanity, and it's that same breath - that same life - He offers us today. In this message, Pastor Josh Earls walks through the story of the Disciples after the resurrection, where we find them hiding. It's there that Jesus met them in the midst of their fear and doubt and breathed new life into their souls.April 20, 2025
Throughout James, we've learned what it looks like to live like Jesus, especially as we interact with others. In this message, Pastor Brian invites us to pause and reflect on the condition of our personal faith in Christ.April 13, 2025
As we continue to learn and dig into scripture, we're now responsible for carrying out what it asks of us in our everyday lives. Oftentimes it's our own arrogance and insecurity that keep us from obeying God which in turn causes us to miss out on the blessing that's found when we live out God's way.April 6, 2025
In chapters 3 and 4, James continues to teach us about how to engage with one another with wisdom and love. It's here we really learn that our struggles with conflict and quarrels begin with the broken and evil desires of the human heart. But humility is not thinking less of ourselves or putting ourselves down - rather, it can be described as focusing on ourselves less. This shift in perspective invites us to submit to God's will, trusting that He has only good intentions for us. When you put it all together in moments of conflict or difficulty, it can lead us to pause and ask, 'How can I reveal God's love in this situation?'March 30, 2025
As we unpack what Scripture says, we're challenged to embrace the fullness of God's spiritual gifts, including what it means to speak in tongues. In this message, Pastor Josh walks through Paul's teachings in 1 Corinthians 14 and invites us to consider how the Holy Spirit can work in our lives through this gift.March 23, 2025
If you're like most people, you'd probably say that you want your words to help others, not tear them down. The challenge is, we're all human and it's easy to forget how to tame the tongue. In this message, Pastor Josh digs into James 3 as we learn what it means to use our words well and the power we need to do it.March 16, 2025
As followers of Christ, the world around us should see the love of Christ in the fruit of our lives. In this message, Pastor Josh walks through James 2:14-26 and reminds us that "good deeds" are the outflow of a life transformed by Jesus.March 9, 2025
There's a seat for everyone at God's table - and that should be true of us, too! As we begin James 2, Tabitha Caplinger leads us through James' teaching on partiality and favoritism. We're reminded that God calls us to love others with the unconditional love He's shown us.March 2, 2025
As we continue our study of James in James 1:26-27, we're challenged to examine the authenticity of our faith in two key areas - our words and the way we care for others who need it.February 23, 2025
Scripture is meant to be lived, not just observed. In part four of "The Book of James," we're reminded that human anger doesn't produce the righteousness God desires and it's vital we consider our response.February 16, 2025
Not everything you want is good for you. In part three of "James," Pastor Josh explores what temptation is and how you can overcome it to walk in true freedom.February 9, 2025
Is there a difference between knowledge and wisdom? In this message, Pastor Josh challenges us to move beyond simply gathering information, and instead, to seek God's divine wisdom in our daily lives and trials. We're called to put our complete faith in God, avoiding the instability of being 'double-minded' like waves tossed by the sea. As we practice trusting God with our everyday lives, we will find peace, direction, and purpose - even in the midst of difficulties.0:00 - 10:00 The Difference Between Knowledge and Wisdom10:01 - 20:00 Asking God for Wisdom20:01 - 30:00 Trusting God's Wisdom Over Worldly Knowledge30:01 - 40:00 Following Jesus and Applying WisdomFebruary 2, 2025
The Book of James is where our faith and everyday life meet. How do we weather the storms of life and follow God in the day-to-day moments? What does it look like to live out our faith in real life? In this message, Pastor Josh leads us into the series by unpacking who James is and our key concept: count it all joy.January 26, 2025
Scripture is full of symbolism and stories where God encounters people in the midst of normal life. In this message, Pastor Brian explores the moment Jesus meets with a woman at her community's well and shares the news that the Messiah has come.January 19, 2025
You can't mess up the Gospel, but you can wrestle with God as you work out your faith! In this message, Pastor Josh explores the story in Genesis as Jacob schemes to get his way and the moment when he encounters God's authority in the midst of it.January 12, 2025
No amount of failure or loss can ever outdo God's ability to win! In this message, Pastor Josh Quick unpacks the origin of The Book of Mark and shares a powerful reminder that God is not done working in your life!December 29, 2024
As we celebrated Christmas Eve, Pastor Josh shared a message from Psalm 121. We were reminded of the hope we have because God is our helper and keeper no matter what we face in life.December 24, 2024
Do you ever feel weary in the waiting? In this message, Pastor Josh shares a powerful reminder that God is not absent or inactive in our seasons of waiting. Instead, we can rest in the promise that He will renew us as we trust in His timing.December 22, 2024
How has God been faithful in your life? What do you do between victories? As we end our journey through Esther, we watch the Jewish people celebrate victory in light of the struggles they've experienced.December 15, 2024
How do you hold the tension of sorrow and joy? How do you walk forward when you can't actually hear "I'm sorry"? In this message, Pastor Josh discusses the divine empowerment displayed in Esther 8 and what that looks like in our modern lives.December 8, 2024
Throughout Esther, the story carries themes of justice that challenge our perspectives and human emotions. In Part Eight, Pastor Josh unpacks the characteristics of God's justice and shares a powerful reminder that we are not defined by our past.November 24, 2024
In seasons of waiting, do you ever feel like God is silent? As if He has forgotten you in the landscape of everyday life? In this message, Pastor Josh continues our study of Esther as we watch God begin to do extraordinary things in the ordinary.November 17, 2024
Faith is where our trust in God intersects with our earthly reality enabling us to "mind the gap" of life's uncertainties with the confidence that God will always provide. In this message, Pastor Josh explores the contrast between Esther's bold faith and Haman's malicious pride reminding us to seek Godly wisdom and humility as we walk in faith in our everyday lives.November 10, 2024
Your choices - and the motivation behind them - matter. In Part Five of "The Book of Esther," Pastor Tabitha explores the significance behind both Esther and Mordecai's choices in chapter four and how courage walks alongside the scary things. November 3, 2024
We all bow to something. Whether it's the influence of media, family dynamics or our own emotions, it's important to consider the voices we're listening to and obeying. In this message, Pastor Josh continues our study of Esther with chapter three as we watch Mordecai choose radical obedience in the face of frightening opposition.October 27, 2024
Esther & Mordecai's story is marked by courageous integrity, even in the small things. In this message, Pastor Josh continues our study of the Book of Esther as we discover how God is working in the details each step of the way.October 20, 2024
God is always working for the good of those who love Him, but sometimes, the good can feel inconvenient or even painful. In this message, Pastor Josh takes us further into Esther's story as she bravely steps into a challenging situation that would eventually save her people.October 13, 2024
The Book of Esther is full of real-world mess and sovereign redemption. As we begin our journey through this series, Pastor Josh shares historical context for this timely story and a powerful reminder that God brings order to chaos.October 6, 2024
At Faith Community, we support missionaries in the US and around the world. In this message, Pastor Josh had the opportunity to talk with Marcos, a missionary we support and have worked alongside in Brazil.If you would like to learn more about Marcos' ministry or support them financially, visit nativosusa.org.September 22, 2024
Have you ever wondered where faith comes from? Sometimes we view faith as a sort of "vending machine" that's only validated when we get what we want or need from God. In this message, Pastor Josh discusses what faith is and how we can strengthen our faith through connection with Jesus no matter what life brings our way.September 15, 2024
As a culture, we tend to celebrate what's new and retire old ways as a thing of the past. But what if we need both? In this message, Pastor Josh takes a look at the biblical partnership between older and younger generations and the impact they have when they work together! September 8, 2024
God has a plan for your life and it's rooted in His love for you! In this message, Pastor Josh walks through "The Parable of the Talents" with personal stories about how this has played out in his own life. As we follow Him, it's our responsibility to steward our opportunities, resources, talents, and time wisely - even when it's uncomfortable or seems unfair.September 1, 2024
We all walk through challenging seasons throughout life. The thing that never changes is the Goodness of God. In this message, Pastor Mark Cox explores the character of God and how that intersects with our everyday struggles.August 25, 2024
How often have you answered the question, "How are you," with the word, "Busy?" In the modern, American culture we often celebrate "the grind" and forsake opportunities to slow down. In this message, Pastor Josh Quick shares a reminder about the importance of listening to the Holy Spirit and allowing Him to set our pace as we walk through everyday life.August 18, 2024
So often we do what we can to avoid pain and discomfort. But what if God works through the pain, leading us forward to something better if we choose to walk with Him? In this message, Pastor Josh Earls studies Numbers 14 and the destructive decisions the Israelites made to go forward without God's presence.August 11, 2024
God often leads us through a process and we have to choose to trust His guidance along the way. In this message, Pastor Josh explores the story in Genesis 13 as the Israelites scout the Promised Land. It can be tempting to choose the path of comfort. But what would happen if we chose the path of obedience and stepped out in faith?August 4, 2024
At Faith Community, we value hearing from a variety of voices. In this message, Pastor Josh has a conversation with Pastor Raymond and Edith Gharabeygi about growing up in Iran, how they came to know Christ, and their heart for people to know Jesus no matter their background.July 28, 2024
As Christ followers, we're called to live every day as an offering to God. In this message, Pastor Josh explores how God invites us to this transformational journey as we commit our lives to His ways.July 14, 2024