Hockinson Community Church Sermons

Why do we gather as the church? In a world that often approaches community with a consumer mindset, 1 Corinthians 11 reminds us that the Lord's Supper calls us to something deeper. This message explores how remembering Jesus at the …

In a culture wrestling with identity and honor, Paul challenges the Corinthian church to reflect God's glory through their worship and relationships. This message explores how outward expressions—like head coverings—were tied to inward postures of humility, reverence, and love. At …

How do you know what to do with your freedom?In 1 Corinthians 10:23–11:1, Paul offers a framework that moves us beyond “Can I?” to “Should I?”—teaching us to consider what's helpful, loving, and God-glorifying. This message challenges us to imitate …

What if we're living the same story as God's people before us? In 1 Corinthians 10, Paul warns that spiritual privilege doesn't guarantee spiritual faithfulness—and calls us to learn from Israel's mistakes. This message challenges us to recognize and flee …

What are you running for?In 1 Corinthians 9, Paul shows us that true freedom isn't about holding tightly to our rights, but laying them down so others can see Jesus more clearly. This message challenges us to live with discipline, …

What happens when your freedom hurts someone else's faith? In 1 Corinthians 8, Paul challenges us to consider whether our knowledge is puffing us up or building others up. This message invites us to choose love over liberty, using our …

What if following Jesus isn't about changing your life circumstances, but about staying faithful where you are? In 1 Corinthians 7, Paul reminds us that our value doesn't come from our status, but from belonging to Christ, who has already …

What does it mean that Jesus is greater than death? On Resurrection Sunday, we celebrate that Jesus didn't just escape the grave—He defeated sin and death for us, making a way for full restoration and eternal life. You are invited …

What if Jesus didn't cancel the old covenant—but completed it? On Palm Sunday, we remember that Jesus came not to reject the law but to fulfill it, bringing God's promises to their intended purpose. This message invites you to move …

What if the work to restore your relationship with God is already finished? Hebrews 10 shows us that while the old sacrifices could never truly take away sin, Jesus' once-for-all offering does what no system ever could—remove guilt and bring …

What if your older brother came to bring you home instead of staying behind in judgment? In Hebrews 4 and 5, we see Jesus as our Great High Priest—one who knows us completely, sympathizes with our weakness, and never stops …

What kind of relationship does God want with you—servant or son? In Hebrews 3, we see that Jesus is greater than Moses because He is not just a faithful servant, but the Son who invites us into God's family. Just …

What kind of God comes running to lost and broken people? In a world full of messengers, God didn't send someone else—He came Himself in Jesus. Today we are invited to know and trust the God who pursues us with …

What does it mean to miss the kingdom of God? In 1 Corinthians 6:9-20, Paul warns that certain ways of living can block us from experiencing the fullness of God's kingdom—both now and eternally. But the good news is that …

What do you do when you're wronged—fight for justice or let it go? In 1 Corinthians 6:1-8, Paul challenges the Corinthians to stop taking their disputes to secular courts and instead live with an eternal perspective, trusting God's justice. Join …

Is judging others ever the right thing to do? In 1 Corinthians 5, Paul challenges the church to judge not with condemnation, but with integrity, compassion, and a desire for restoration. Join us as we explore how biblical judgment can …

How can we make sure we're reading Paul's letters the way he intended? In 1 Corinthians 4:8-21, Paul challenges the Corinthians' pride, using sarcasm to expose their misunderstanding of true Christian leadership and humility. Join us as we explore how …

Who are you really trying to impress? In 1 Corinthians 4:1-7, Paul reminds us that only God's judgment truly matters—He sees everything clearly and calls us to be faithful stewards of what we've been given. Join us as we explore …

What are you building with? In 1 Corinthians 3, Paul reminds us that our efforts to invest in others will be tested, revealing whether we've built with materials that last or ones that crumble under pressure. Join us as we …

What do you do when trusting God's plan feels hard? In 1 Corinthians 2:6-16, Paul reminds us that God's wisdom, revealed through His Spirit and embodied in Jesus, is trustworthy even when life feels uncertain. Join us as we explore …

How do you see yourself, Jesus, and others? In 1 Corinthians 1:26-2:5, Paul challenges us to gain a real-life perspective that reveals the truth about our weaknesses, Jesus' sufficiency, and the Spirit's power to transform our relationships. Join us as …

What drives your need to be “right”? In 1 Corinthians 1:10-25, Paul challenges our tendencies toward division and pride by pointing us to the “foolishness” of the cross—a place where God's power humbles us, unites us, and frees us from …

What do you really need to live a life of purpose and significance? In 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Paul reminds us that through Jesus, we have everything we need—His grace, His gifts, and His faithfulness—to partner with Him in bringing new …

What can letters to a city from 2000 years ago say to us today? This week we start a new series that shows us just how these ancient letters speak not just to theology, but to “Real Life”. Today Dave …

What does it mean to be favored by God? In Luke 1:26-38, Mary's humility, faith, and willingness to say “yes” to God's plan reveal why she was chosen to bring Jesus into the world. Join us as we explore her …

What does it take to trust God when His plans turn your world upside down? In Matthew 1:18-25, Joseph chooses faith and obedience, stepping into God's redemptive plan despite uncertainty and sacrifice—much like Boaz in the story of Ruth. Join …

What if God's greatest work is happening in the small and unexpected moments of your life? From the humble town of Bethlehem to the quiet faithfulness of Ruth, we see how God brings peace and redemption through what the world …

Have you ever wondered what God is doing in the waiting, in the in-between moments of life? From Ruth's ordinary story to the genealogy of Jesus, we see how God works in hidden and unexpected ways to accomplish His redemptive …

What kind of legacy can one faithful choice create? In Ruth 4, Boaz's bold decision to redeem Ruth changes not only her life but shapes generations, ultimately leading to the birth of Jesus. Join us as we explore how one …

What does living with compassion, integrity, and a commitment to others look like? In Ruth 3, the story of Boaz reveals a powerful example of selfless love and faithfulness that points us to Jesus, our ultimate Redeemer. Join us as …

This week, we'll dive into Ruth 2 to uncover what made Ruth stand out and attract incredible favor. Her story shows us how humility, hard work, and kindness can open doors to blessings beyond what we imagine. Join us as …

Today, we begin the first of two stories centered around the little town of Bethlehem. Yes, it is too early for Christmas. But this first story is not the Christmas story. Instead, it is a prequel that offers us hints …

This week we conclude our series on Spiritual disciplines and growth. While I hope you learned some new things, it only matters if we put them into practice. This morning we want to accept the calling of God in our …

Everybody has a story, and when you share how God's grace has transformed your life, it has the power to impact others. By being vulnerable, Christ-centered, and keeping it simple, your testimony can clearly point people to Jesus. Don't worry …

As we follow Jesus and begin to see others as he does, the next key to disciple-making can be summed up with three words. “Come and See”

The next few weeks we will look at practical ways to be disciple-makers. But what if I told you there was one shift we can make in our lives that with no other tips or tools will transform us into …

The first step in being disciple-makers is to understand who we are. Jesus doesn't give them a program but instead tells them they are salt and light. What does that mean? How can understanding this identity give us the chance …

Last week we examined the importance of making disciples for followers of Jesus. But what is it? How do we define disciple-making? This morning we will challenge some of the modern ways we have interpreted this calling, and renew our …

We welcome Shaun back from sabbatical this morning picking up where we left off. We practice spiritual disciplines to know Jesus and his love…but what comes next? What is it that he has called us to do as his people …

Worship can be either the igniter or sustainer for all the other disciplines. Worship is the practice of recognizing who God is and that he is glorious. This morning, Joshua Hart will look at how we can develop a practice …

Dave O'Dell will share this morning on the importance of practicing service. Like the other disciplines, we grow closer to Jesus by doing the things he did. From healing, feeding, or washing feet, Jesus came “not to be served, but …

Harley will share this morning on the discipline of Christian Fellowship. God established his church with purpose. Somehow we come to know God and grow closer to him as we learn to walk together in unity as one body in …

This morning, Phil Ball from the National Network of Youth Ministries will share with us the discipline of forgiveness. The reality is, that we will rarely feel like forgiving others. We find that a lack of forgiveness will hamper our …

Today at our annual church picnic, Caleb will be sharing on the power of intentional simplicity in drawing us closer to Jesus. (Service will not be live streamed)

James Castruccio is a member of Gateway Church in Washougal. He has also been one of Shaun's closest friends for many years. James and his family have lived out a testimony of the power of surrendering all we have to …

Scott DeViney is a member of Laurelwood Baptist Church in Vancouver. He shares with us this morning a powerful testimony of the impact of fasting in the life of both the individual Christian and the church as they seek the …

Dave O'Dell will share today about one of the most difficult practices for us today. Quiet. Silence. Stillness. In a world with screens at our fingertips, sound and images before us nearly 24/7, and always more to do, how can …

Dennis Fuqua joins us again this week to talk about a discipline near and dear to his heart. After years as a pastor, God led Dennis on a journey of growth in his own prayer life ultimately leading to a …

What do you think of when you think about meditation? Maybe it brings to mind new age ideas or relaxation techniques. There is more to it than that. The Bible calls the people of God to meditate more than 20 …

Pastor Eddie Staton from Landmark Church in Battle Ground will join us this morning to share the power of memorized scripture. While reading and study build a powerful foundation for life, in the moments of trial, it is the scripture …

Harley will share this morning some tools for taking Bible reading to the next level. The impact of scripture being read is profound, but our understanding needs to go deeper. Not everyone should try to learn ancient languages, but everyone …