Forum Christian Church

Ever been surrounded by people and still feel completely alone? It's easy to wonder if there's something deeper we're missing. The way we do life together was never meant to look like this. This week we're exploring four ancient practices that the earliest followers of Jesus committed themselves to, practices that produced the kind of community most of us are desperately searching for. If you've ever wanted your faith to feel less like a Sunday routine and more like a way of life, this one is for you.

Most of us carry something we've never told anyone— something that quietly shapes our decisions, our relationships, and our sense of peace. What if the thing you've been protecting is the very thing that's been holding you back? An ancient story about the most unlikely hero reveals a pattern that God has been using for thousands of years to set people free. This week, we're exploring what it looks like to stop managing what was never meant to stay.

Most of us are carrying a kind of exhaustion that success and self-care can't touch. We've started treating life—and even our relationship with God—like we have to earn access, prove ourselves, and stay “good enough.” This Sunday, we're going to tear down some of those assumptions and rediscover a remedy that's been there all along: the access you've been striving for has already been given. And when that clicks, it reshapes how you carry your work, your family, and your future.

Explore the profound design behind our identity and purpose, and uncover how ancient covenants can transform modern connections. Discover a radical perspective on relationships that challenges the way we view love, forgiveness, and belonging in today's world. What if the choices we make every day could lead us to a life of genuine fulfillment and grace? Join us as we delve into the timeless truths that promise to renew how we live, work, and interact with those around us.

In a world where identity and belonging often feel uncertain, we explore a compelling narrative that speaks to the heart of who we are meant to be. This message reveals ancient wisdom that challenges us to embrace deeper connections with one another. Discover how timeless truths can transform the way we engage with those around us, offering fresh perspectives on freedom, identity, and love. Join us on this journey to uncover the design for our lives that transcends mere survival and invites us into true community.

The conclusion of Jude focuses on the believer's responsibility to defend and contend for the authentic Christian faith against false teaching. False teaching slowly deforms believers until they become unrecognizable from their original faith. Christians are called to actively maintain their faith through prayer, building each other up, and showing mercy to those affected by false teaching—whether they are wavering, wandering, or wayward. Ultimately, believers are reminded that God is able to keep them from falling away and present them faultless before His glorious presence.

Jude examines the reality of false teaching within the church and how believers should contend for truth. Through Old Testament precedents including the unbelieving Israelites, rebellious angels, and the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, we see God's consistent judgment against unbelief, rebellion against authority, and sexual immorality. In the verses to follow we see that God's grace is not a license to sin but is transforming power, and that truth is objective, not subjective. The cure for false teaching is submission to Jesus Christ as the ultimate authority and faithful adherence to Scripture as the measuring stick for truth. 

We start every new year thinking about what we want to grow into—but what if the more important question is what we need to guard against? There's something quietly poisoning our faith, our peace, and our clarity—and most of us don't even know it's there. This week, we're opening up one of the most overlooked books in the Bible that sounds an alarm we desperately need to hear. The question isn't just what you'll stand up for this year—it's whether you'll recognize the danger you're already in.

We take a longer look at King Herod's response to Jesus's birth and contrasting it with the worship of the Magi and obedience of Jospeh. Through examining Herod's paranoid hatred and eventual death, we see how God's purposes cannot be thwarted by human evil. There is a fundamental difference between merely knowing about God and actively participating in His kingdom work. Lastly, we see the gospel truth that while evil may strike, God's plan prevails, culminating in Satan's defeat through Christ's death and resurrection.

The Christmas story is famous for what it gives us, but we often miss what it shows us. Beneath the familiar narrative of a baby in a manger is a pattern for navigating your most difficult relationships, your most embarrassing failures, and your most uncomfortable conversations. This Sunday, we're discovering how an ancient arrival becomes a modern manual for everyday life. You'll never see Christmas the same way again.

We often convince ourselves that God only shows up in the mountaintop moments, leaving us discouraged when we face dead ends or feel insignificant in our daily grind. But what if the very places you have written off—the small, the broken, and the quiet—are actually the specific targets of divine intervention? This message uncovers an ancient, surprising pattern of how true rescue arrives, challenging everything we assume about power and success. Listen in to discover why your current limitation might actually be the perfect setting for a new beginning.

Today we have a very special message from Steve Spear from World Vision, we not only get to hear the heart of Jesus for His people—we also get to step into His invitation in a really practical way.

Every day we walk past people without a second thought—in the grocery store, at the office, maybe even at our own Thanksgiving table. But according to Jesus, some of those unremarkable moments were actually encounters with Christ himself, and we had no idea. The question isn't whether we'll meet Jesus this week; the question is whether we'll recognize him when we do. This week we explore why the most eternally significant moments of our lives might be hiding in the interruptions we're trying to avoid.

Every day we walk past people without a second thought—in the grocery store, at the office, maybe even at our own Thanksgiving table. But according to Jesus, some of those unremarkable moments were actually encounters with Christ himself, and we had no idea. The question isn't whether we'll meet Jesus this week; the question is whether we'll recognize him when we do. This week we explore why the most eternally significant moments of our lives might be hiding in the interruptions we're trying to avoid.

Continuing in our study of Matthew 25:31-40, we see Jesus draw attention to the people who are hungry, thirsty, strangers, sick, unclothed, and afraid. When we meet the needs of the least of these, we are literally serving Jesus. Who are the least of these in my life? Father, open our eyes to the needs of those around us. Help us step in to meet those needs out of the love of your Son. 

Continuing in our study of Matthew 25:31-40, we see Jesus draw attention to the people who are hungry, thirsty, strangers, sick, unclothed, and afraid. When we meet the needs of the least of these, we are literally serving Jesus. Who are the least of these in my life? Father, open our eyes to the needs of those around us. Help us step in to meet those needs out of the love of your Son. 

We all know the feeling of dread that comes from putting something off—whether it's a project, a difficult conversation, or even a deep question. This message explores why we avoid these things, suggesting it's not about laziness, but about managing the fear and insecurity they make us feel. This same pattern of avoidance doesn't just create clutter; it can keep us from the very healing, growth, and hope we're all looking for. What if the "beauty" of what's on the other side is actually far greater than the "fear" that's in the way?

We all know the feeling of dread that comes from putting something off—whether it's a project, a difficult conversation, or even a deep question. This message explores why we avoid these things, suggesting it's not about laziness, but about managing the fear and insecurity they make us feel. This same pattern of avoidance doesn't just create clutter; it can keep us from the very healing, growth, and hope we're all looking for. What if the "beauty" of what's on the other side is actually far greater than the "fear" that's in the way?

Do you ever feel like you're just going through the motions, running on a treadmill of obligations that leaves you feeling drained? What if the "checklist" of a good life is actually causing you to miss out on the point of life itself? There is a deep, lasting nourishment that your career, achievements, and bank account can never provide. This message is an invitation to discover the one thing you were designed for—a life of true satisfaction and joy, not just duty.

Do you ever feel like you're just going through the motions, running on a treadmill of obligations that leaves you feeling drained? What if the "checklist" of a good life is actually causing you to miss out on the point of life itself? There is a deep, lasting nourishment that your career, achievements, and bank account can never provide. This message is an invitation to discover the one thing you were designed for—a life of true satisfaction and joy, not just duty.

We all experience the daily tension between showing compassion and standing up for what's right. Often, it feels like we have to choose one over the other, leaving us feeling fake or conflicted. But what if the way of Jesus isn't an "either/or" but a "both/and"? This message explores a powerful, 2,000-year-old conversation that offers a simple, practical way to live with both genuine compassion and strong conviction.

We all experience the daily tension between showing compassion and standing up for what's right. Often, it feels like we have to choose one over the other, leaving us feeling fake or conflicted. But what if the way of Jesus isn't an "either/or" but a "both/and"? This message explores a powerful, 2,000-year-old conversation that offers a simple, practical way to live with both genuine compassion and strong conviction.

We all face big decisions about our future, our relationships, and our careers. Most of the time, we're just guessing, torn between what we think is smart and what feels right, and just hoping it all works out. But what if you could trade that constant anxiety for a deep and quiet confidence in your direction? We're exploring a simpler, more reliable way to find clarity and freedom right in the middle of life's most complicated questions.

We all face big decisions about our future, our relationships, and our careers. Most of the time, we're just guessing, torn between what we think is smart and what feels right, and just hoping it all works out. But what if you could trade that constant anxiety for a deep and quiet confidence in your direction? We're exploring a simpler, more reliable way to find clarity and freedom right in the middle of life's most complicated questions.

In a world that feels like shifting sand, it's easy to feel exhausted and overwhelmed by constantly changing expectations. But what if there was a way to align our lives with something solid, dependable, and true? This weekend, we explore a misunderstood invitation from Jesus that leads not to restriction, but to a life of unshakable love and overflowing joy. Discover the secret to trading stress for stability and find the abundant life you were made for.

In a world that feels like shifting sand, it's easy to feel exhausted and overwhelmed by constantly changing expectations. But what if there was a way to align our lives with something solid, dependable, and true? This weekend, we explore a misunderstood invitation from Jesus that leads not to restriction, but to a life of unshakable love and overflowing joy. Discover the secret to trading stress for stability and find the abundant life you were made for.

We explore the critical importance of abiding in Jesus' teachings and God's Word for authentic Christian discipleship. Genuine faith in Jesus requires not just belief, but a continuous commitment to Jesus' teachings. By remaining faithful to Scripture, believers can experience true freedom from sin and spiritual death. We must make room in our hearts for all of God's Word, even the difficult parts. 

We explore the critical importance of abiding in Jesus' teachings and God's Word for authentic Christian discipleship. Genuine faith in Jesus requires not just belief, but a continuous commitment to Jesus' teachings. By remaining faithful to Scripture, believers can experience true freedom from sin and spiritual death. We must make room in our hearts for all of God's Word, even the difficult parts. 

Many of us live with the constant pressure to perform, feeling that our spiritual lives are another to-do list we have to manage. But what if all our religious activity is missing the one thing that actually produces a life of deep peace and joy? Join us this Sunday as we explore a foundational shift that Jesus invites every one of his followers to make. It's an invitation to trade the exhaustion of trying harder for the profound rest that comes from a genuine connection.

Many of us live with the constant pressure to perform, feeling that our spiritual lives are another to-do list we have to manage. But what if all our religious activity is missing the one thing that actually produces a life of deep peace and joy? Join us this Sunday as we explore a foundational shift that Jesus invites every one of his followers to make. It's an invitation to trade the exhaustion of trying harder for the profound rest that comes from a genuine connection.

Is faith meant to be a private, internal feeling, or something more? What if Jesus came not just to share a message, but to put the very life of heaven on display for all to see? This weekend, we explore how our ordinary lives are meant to be the main showroom for the Kingdom on display. Discover how your daily actions can become a compelling preview of God's goodness and power for a watching world.

Is faith meant to be a private, internal feeling, or something more? What if Jesus came not just to share a message, but to put the very life of heaven on display for all to see? This weekend, we explore how our ordinary lives are meant to be the main showroom for the Kingdom on display. Discover how your daily actions can become a compelling preview of God's goodness and power for a watching world.

Throughout Jesus's ministry, we see Him call people out of the crowd around Him to a life of apprenticeship. The cost of following Jesus is high, but what we gain is far greater than what we lose. What in my life needs to die, so that I can truly live?

Throughout Jesus's ministry, we see Him call people out of the crowd around Him to a life of apprenticeship. The cost of following Jesus is high, but what we gain is far greater than what we lose. What in my life needs to die, so that I can truly live?

We've all heard warning sirens in our lives—from our phones, our cars, or even the weather. But what do we do when a siren goes off in our culture? Join us as we explore how a small group of fishermen, tax collectors, and outcasts from 2,000 years ago can teach us the most powerful and effective response to the storms of our world today. It's a response that can't be bought, voted for, or Googled, but can absolutely change everything.

We've all heard warning sirens in our lives—from our phones, our cars, or even the weather. But what do we do when a siren goes off in our culture? Join us as we explore how a small group of fishermen, tax collectors, and outcasts from 2,000 years ago can teach us the most powerful and effective response to the storms of our world today. It's a response that can't be bought, voted for, or Googled, but can absolutely change everything.

Old photos often remind us not just of where we've been, but of how much we've changed. While it's easy to see the external shifts, it's much harder to make sense of our internal journey, especially when we feel defined by our stumbles. This message explores how our moments of greatest failure can become the surprising location of our deepest healing. Discover a practical path forward where your past doesn't get the final say over your future.

Old photos often remind us not just of where we've been, but of how much we've changed. While it's easy to see the external shifts, it's much harder to make sense of our internal journey, especially when we feel defined by our stumbles. This message explores how our moments of greatest failure can become the surprising location of our deepest healing. Discover a practical path forward where your past doesn't get the final say over your future.

As we contemplate Peter's bold step onto the waves and his subsequent sinking, we're challenged to examine our own faith. What boat is Jesus asking us to step out of? What fears are holding us back? We are encouraged to embrace the unpredictable nature of discipleship, knowing that even in our moments of doubt, Jesus is always ready to reach out His hand and lift us up.

As we contemplate Peter's bold step onto the waves and his subsequent sinking, we're challenged to examine our own faith. What boat is Jesus asking us to step out of? What fears are holding us back? We are encouraged to embrace the unpredictable nature of discipleship, knowing that even in our moments of doubt, Jesus is always ready to reach out His hand and lift us up.

We all come to moments when the next step in front of us doesn't make sense. It's in those very places of exhaustion, uncertainty, or even reluctance that God often speaks the loudest. What if the breakthrough you've been longing for is on the other side of a simple “yes”? Join us this week as we discover how God meets us in the ordinary and invites us into something extraordinary.

We all come to moments when the next step in front of us doesn't make sense. It's in those very places of exhaustion, uncertainty, or even reluctance that God often speaks the loudest. What if the breakthrough you've been longing for is on the other side of a simple “yes”? Join us this week as we discover how God meets us in the ordinary and invites us into something extraordinary.

Join us as we explore a profound moment in Jesus' final days, filled with complex dynamics and powerful insights. Discover how a pivotal encounter at the table reveals a deeper understanding of relationships and priorities. This message will challenge and inspire you to rethink your daily interactions and ambitions. Come and learn how an ancient conversation speaks directly into the heart of modern life.

Join us as we explore a profound moment in Jesus' final days, filled with complex dynamics and powerful insights. Discover how a pivotal encounter at the table reveals a deeper understanding of relationships and priorities. This message will challenge and inspire you to rethink your daily interactions and ambitions. Come and learn how an ancient conversation speaks directly into the heart of modern life.

Ever felt like your purpose in life is a question you can't quite answer—no matter how much you achieve, earn, or try to “find yourself”? Our culture shouts hundreds of answers at us every day, yet few seem to satisfy that deep need for meaning. In this message, we explore God's clear and compelling vision for your purpose—rooted in His design, shaped by His love, and lived out for the good of others. If you've been searching, it's time to stop chasing and start embracing the purpose you were created for.

Ever felt like your purpose in life is a question you can't quite answer—no matter how much you achieve, earn, or try to “find yourself”? Our culture shouts hundreds of answers at us every day, yet few seem to satisfy that deep need for meaning. In this message, we explore God's clear and compelling vision for your purpose—rooted in His design, shaped by His love, and lived out for the good of others. If you've been searching, it's time to stop chasing and start embracing the purpose you were created for.

Are we seeking after the approval of others or of God? Paul was accused of living for pleasing others in his presentation of the Gospel message, but in reality he was doing the exact opposite. Paul preached the truth of the Gospel and lived as a servant of Christ. How are we relying on what Jesus has done for us?

Are we seeking after the approval of others or of God? Paul was accused of living for pleasing others in his presentation of the Gospel message, but in reality he was doing the exact opposite. Paul preached the truth of the Gospel and lived as a servant of Christ. How are we relying on what Jesus has done for us?

In a world full of noise, push notifications, headlines, updates, and constant information it can be difficult to determine what is true and where truth comes from. John's Gospel invites us to know the one who is full of truth, the one who is the truth, and where to find truth. Jesus is the truth we're searching for.

In a world full of noise, push notifications, headlines, updates, and constant information it can be difficult to determine what is true and where truth comes from. John's Gospel invites us to know the one who is full of truth, the one who is the truth, and where to find truth. Jesus is the truth we're searching for.

As we explore Luke 18, we delve into two of Jesus' parables that challenge us to examine our prayer life and our humility before God.