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What if your relationship with God wasn't based on your performance? This Sunday in Throwback, we're looking at the “new covenant” Jesus introduces in Matthew 26:26-28. So many areas of life operate on performance, penalties, and proving ourselves worthy — but Jesus came to offer something radically different: acceptance through grace. Join us as we explore how all the promises of the Old Testament ultimately point to Christ and the good news that we don't have to earn what God freely gives.
The Apostle Paul's simple command in 1 Thessalonians 5:11 challenges us to "encourage one another and build each other up." But here's the reality—we're great at thinking kind thoughts about people, yet terrible at actually expressing them. We assume people know how we feel, but they don't. God knows our hearts, but people need to hear our words.The solution? Notice. Encourage. Repeat. Whether it's writing a note, leaving a positive review, or simply saying "thank you," these small acts of intentional encouragement can transform someone's week. The longer we're used to something, the less we appreciate it. So pause today and tell someone what you notice and value about them.Being a light in 2026 doesn't require grand gestures—just consistent kindness in a world starving for it.
David wasn't the people's choice; he was God's choice. He wasn't perfect, tall, or powerful, but he was faithful. God uses imperfect people who trust Him. You don't need to be perfect to be used by God; you need to be faithful.
Throwback: Moses, Limits, and God's Limitless LoveWhat do unlimited lemonade, endless shrimp, and the Ten Commandments have in common?They all reveal something important about human nature: we don't do well without limits. We don't follow God to earn His love.We follow Him because we already have it.Limits are good. God's limitless love is even better.Join us as we continue our “Throwback” series and discover how the Old Testament points us to Jesus.
God doesn't force a relationship with us—He freely pursues us out of love, not need. From the Garden of Eden to the cross, His grace covers our brokenness. We're free to choose: will we trust Him or walk away? A forced agreement isn't agreeable to God.
Ever had a “Now what?” moment?A new job. A diagnosis. A loss. A new opportunity that feels exciting… and terrifying.In John 21, Peter goes back to what's comfortable—fishing—until Jesus meets him on the shore and calls him forward. This Sunday, we'll talk about the two obstacles to faith—comfort and comparison—and why following Jesus means answering “now what?” with faith.Join us this Sunday as we wrap up the Book of John.
Ever notice how some people can look at something broken… and see what it could become?That's what Easter is all about.Mary went to the tomb expecting grief — but found resurrection.The disciples thought it was over — but God was just getting started.This Easter, discover how Jesus brings new life to what we've given up on.Because even when we think it's over…God isn't finished.Join us Easter Sunday.He is risen!
Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey, bringing peace when people expected war. The crowds shouted "Hosanna!" then "Crucify him!" days later. Palm Sunday reminds us: Jesus came not to meet our expectations, but to save us from sin through His ultimate act of love and courage.
As Jesus moves closer to the cross, one woman responds with a stunning act of love and sacrifice. Her story invites us to consider how we respond to what Jesus has done for us. This Sunday, we'll explore why a life of sacrifice is never wasted when it's given to Him.
This Sunday we continue our journey through the Gospel of John with the story of a man who was blind but suddenly could see. Surprisingly, the miracle doesn't lead to celebration—it leads to criticism. In John 9:13–16 we see how people's reactions to Jesus reveal what's really going on inside their hearts. Join us this week as we explore a challenging question: Are we looking for what God is doing, or just protecting our own turf?
Some Bible verses make you stop and say, “Jesus… I'm sorry, what?”In John 6:53, Jesus says: “Unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you.” It sounds shocking, but Jesus is making a deeper point:we all have a spiritual hunger.If Jesus isn't feeding you, something else is — success, approval, money, politics, comfort.But those things are just empty calories.Jesus says: “I am the bread of life.”
God is like a lifeguard who never fails, constantly watching over us, ready to save. We're all drowning in the pool of life, but through Jesus, we've been offered rescue and new life."For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." (John 3:16) These 26 words remind us that God's love isn't conditional—it's for the whole world, including you. Jesus didn't come to condemn us but to save us. Condemnation is not God's goal; salvation is.This Lent, we're diving into the Gospel of John together. No matter where you are or what mistakes you've made, you are loved more than you can ever know. Nothing can separate you from God's love. Join us as we explore what it means to be fully saved and wholly loved.
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