Listen to sermons from Journey Church in Fremont, Ohio.
Guest speakers Pastor Dan and Christa Lund (Ohio Ministry Network Superintendent and Compassion Ministries Director) join Journey Church to deliver a dynamic message on the power of generational ministry. Drawing from Psalm 145:3–7 and 2 Timothy 2:2, they share how every generation—from senior saints to young adults and children—has a vital role to play in declaring the gospel.
In part three of the "How to Pray" series, Pastor Ken DeChant explores Exodus 32 and 33 to unpack what it means to "Pray Like Moses." When the Israelites turned away from God and built the golden calf, Moses stepped into the gap as a bold intercessor, pleading for God's mercy and reminding Him of His promises. Pastor Ken highlights three powerful aspects of Moses' prayer life: Praying with Bold Intercession: Stepping into the gap for others when they are off track or struggling. Praying God's Promises: Anchoring our requests in God's character and His written Word rather than our own merit. Prioritizing God's Presence: Declaring, like Moses, "If Your presence does not go with us, do not send us up from here." Discover how to move beyond routine requests and develop a passionate, intercessory prayer life that seeks God's presence above every earthly blessing.
Continuing part two of the "How to Pray" series, Pastor Ken DeChant looks to the Psalms to explore what it means to "Pray Like David." Unlike prayers filled with rigid, polished formulas, David's prayers in the Psalms showcase raw honesty, emotional vulnerability, and unvarnished truth before God. Whether wrestling with fear, deep sorrow, frustration, or guilt, David brought his authentic heart to the Lord and consistently anchored his soul in God's unfailing love, protection, and faithfulness. This message teaches us how to pour out our true feelings in prayer while surrendering our doubts and trusting God through every trial.
Launching a brand-new series titled "How to Pray," Pastor Ken DeChant examines Luke 11:1–4 and Matthew 6:9–13 to explore the disciple's request: "Lord, teach us to pray." Recognizing that many Christians struggle with feeling like their prayers are inadequate or ineffective, Pastor Ken unpacks the Lord's Prayer not as a rigid formula, but as a practical, step-by-step blueprint for a vibrant prayer life. The message walks through six foundational movements: Relational Connection: Approaching God as a loving "Father." Worship & Reverence: Hallowing His holy name. Surrender & Alignment: Praying for His kingdom and will to be done on earth as it is in heaven. Daily Dependence: Asking for our daily bread and trusting Him for present needs. Confession & Forgiveness: Releasing our sins to Him and extending forgiveness to those who have hurt us. Protection & Deliverance: Asking for guidance away from temptation and protection from the evil one.
Guest speaker Greg Owens (Assemblies of God missionary to South Africa) brings a powerful challenge from Numbers 16:41–50, examining the moment Aaron ran into the midst of a devastating plague to stand between the dead and the living. Drawing parallels to our world today, Greg highlights the urgent call for believers to step into the spiritual battle for souls both locally and globally. Key insights include: Understanding Proper Punishment: Realizing the reality of sin's weight and celebrating what Christ saved us from. Keeping Proper Perspective: Loving people despite how they treat us, extending grace even to those who are difficult to love (our "Samaria"). Moving at Proper Pace: Running with urgency to reach those who are spiritually perishing. Trusting the Perfect Plan: Stepping out into the gap to point the unreached to Jesus Christ. Concluding with the inspiring testimony of a martyred African pastor, this message calls the church to drop low living, tame vision, and cheap commitment in order to fully surrender everything at the feet of Jesus.
In the final message of "The Right Fight" series, Pastor Ken DeChant explores Ephesians 6:21-24 to address one of the enemy's primary tactics: isolation. Like a predator targeting a stray animal separated from the herd, Satan seeks to isolate Christians to make them vulnerable to doubt, shame, and defeat. Highlighting the unsung biblical hero Tychicus—a dependable companion who traveled hundreds of miles just to encourage the early church—Pastor Ken demonstrates that true Christian community isn't an optional luxury; it's a vital warfare strategy. The message challenges us to move from passive attendance to active belonging, asking two transformative questions: "Who is your Tychicus?" and "Whose Tychicus are you?" Through practical moments of listening prayer and spontaneous intercession for one another, this message calls the church to stand back-to-back in faith, mutual support, and daily encouragement.
Continuing part two of "The Right Fight" series, Pastor Ken DeChant dives into Ephesians 6:18 to uncover the primary way believers stand firm against spiritual opposition: prayer. Through the vivid illustration of a soldier's comms system, Pastor Ken emphasizes that prayer isn't merely preparation for the battle—prayer is the battle. When we disconnect from our commanding officer, we end up fighting spiritual battles in physical strength. Unpacking four essential keys to effective prayer, this message challenges us to Pray with the Holy Spirit (relying on His wisdom when we don't know what to ask), Pray with Open Eyes (staying alert to the spiritual realm behind our daily circumstances), Pray with Perseverance (waiting on the Lord and persisting when answers take time), and Pray with a Bigger View (interceding for fellow believers, global missionaries, and leaders). Learn how daily, two-way communication with God anchors your faith and transforms your battleground into a place of victory.
Kicking off a brand-new series on spiritual warfare, Pastor Ken DeChant dives into Ephesians 6:10-12 to address the unseen battles every Christian faces daily. Life often feels like a constant struggle—whether it's battling frustration at home, wrestling with lingering bitterness, or struggling to maintain daily spiritual habits. Drawing from C.S. Lewis and Paul's final instructions to the church in Ephesus, Pastor Ken outlines three foundational truths for navigating life's spiritual battles: Fighting the Right Battle (understanding that the Christian life is a battleground, not a playground), Fighting the Right Enemy (recognizing that our true struggle is not against flesh and blood or the people around us), and Fighting the Right Way (stepping out of our own limited strength to stand firm and abide in the power and victory of Jesus Christ). Learn how to stop exhausting your energy on secondary conflicts and begin walking in true spiritual authority.
Guest speaker Pastor Cornell Jordan (Lead Pastor of Metro Assembly of God in Youngstown, Ohio) delivers an energetic and challenging message addressing the crucial divide between nominal, "cultural" Christianity and authentic biblical discipleship. Unpacking Jesus' bold instructions in Mark 8:34 and the story of the Rich Young Ruler in Mark 10, Pastor Cornell highlights that Jesus never hid the cost of following Him in the fine print. True discipleship isn't about checking religious boxes, wearing symbols, or squeezing Jesus into a tiny corner of our lives—it's about placing our entire life inside of Him and surrendering what possesses our hearts. Through practical illustrations and passionate truth, Pastor Cornell calls us to move past mere allegiance to a culture and step into full submission to Christ, letting His love and leadership shape every daily decision.
Preaching through Psalm 51, Pastor Ben Woodworth unpacks the raw, honest prayer King David wrote after being confronted for his deep personal failure. While David was famously described as "a man after God's own heart," his life proves that true devotion isn't about flawless performance—it's about a heart that hungers for God's restoration even in its darkest moments. Walking through David's journey step-by-step, Pastor Ben highlights three crucial movements of real spiritual transformation: Recognizing our sin without downplaying or hiding it, Repenting by turning toward a whole new path, and Responding by letting God turn our greatest failures into powerful testimonies of His grace. Discover how vulnerability with trusted community and reliance on Christ's mercy can break long-held cycles, remove shame, and open the door to true freedom.
Continuing through the book of Ephesians, Pastor Ken DeChant explores Ephesians 6:5-9 to address how our faith should transform our daily work life. In a culture that often separates the "spiritual" from the "secular," Paul's letter reminds us that there is a new way to approach our jobs, our supervisors, and our employees. By examining the biblical context of Paul's instructions to servants and masters, Pastor Ken outlines three core keys to a transformed work life: working with the right Perspective (recognizing you ultimately serve Christ, not just an earthly boss), the right Attitude (working with integrity and heart even when no one is watching), and the right Enthusiasm (knowing that your faithful labor is never wasted and carries eternal rewards). Whether you are an employee feeling unappreciated or an employer managing a team, learn how viewing your work as stewardship and worship can completely change your Monday-through-Friday environment.
Continuing our journey through Ephesians, Pastor Ken DeChant tackles the crucial relationship between parents and children outlined in Ephesians 6:1-4. In a culture overflowing with frantic schedules and superficial milestones, this message challenges parents, grandparents, and mentors to step off the fast-paced surface and establish a godly, biblical vision for the next generation. Unpacking the foundational principles of Honor, Relationship, and Discipleship, Pastor Ken reminds us that passing down a legacy of faith isn't the job of a school system or a church program—it is a daily, intentional calling built straight from the family home. Learn how to ditch the standard behavior modification tracking, parent with a healthy balance of grace and truth, and cultivate a household environment where children don't just learn to obey rules, but ultimately learn to love and follow Jesus Christ.
On this Father's Day message, Pastor Ken DeChant steps into 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12 to examine how the Apostle Paul intentionally loved and developed early believers "as a father deals with his own children." Rather than giving tools that break or gifts that fade, Paul outlines three lifelong gifts that every father—and every person of influence—can give to the next generation: Encouragement to build confidence, Comfort to establish security, and Challenge to forge resilient character. Discover why the precise biblical order of these gifts matters, how to break performance-based or insecure cycles from your past, and what it looks like to start fresh today by mirroring the perfect pattern of Jesus Christ.
In this powerful message, Pastor Servando Valdvinos continues our "New Way To Be Human" series by unpacking the second half of Ephesians 5:18: "Instead, be filled with the Holy Spirit." Moving from Genesis to Revelation, Pastor Servando explains how the Holy Spirit (Ruach in Hebrew or Pneuma in Greek) isn't just an optional addition to the Christian life—He is the very breath that gives us physical and spiritual vitality. Whether you feel like you are walking through a valley of dry bones or simply coasting on a low spiritual tank, this message is a vital reminder that God respects your choice and is ready to pour out His presence to overfill your cup the moment you remove the lid.
Continuing the "New Way to Be Human" series, Pastor Ken DeChant takes a deep dive into Ephesians 5:18. While the world often views alcohol as a harmless escape, scripture warns that drunkenness leads to "debauchery"—a literal loss of control. Pastor Ken reframes the conversation from "is it allowed?" to "is it wise?" by exploring how anything that regularly takes control away from us can derail our walk with Christ. This message isn't about shame; it's an invitation to a life of alertness, clear-mindedness, and true freedom found only in the Holy Spirit.
In this installment of our "New Way To Be Human" series, Pastor Ken DeChant explores Ephesians 5:15-17. He challenges us to move from living "unwise" to living "wise" by being intentional and careful with how we walk. Pastor Ken breaks down the concept of Kairos—those unscheduled, God-given opportunities—and discusses three specific types of moments we must learn to "redeem": God moments, prayer moments, and serving moments. Discover how creating margin in our busy lives allows us to seize these opportunities and align ourselves with the Lord's will.
In this message, Pastor Melissa Sawastuk continues our series "New Way To Be Human," diving into Ephesians 5:8-14. She explores what it practically means to "Walk in the Light," using the powerful imagery of a flashlight to illustrate how our direction, coverage, and filter affect how we reflect Christ to the world. Learn how walking in the light isn't about perfection, but about living differently so that others can see the truth and hope found in Jesus.
In this powerful Easter message, Pastor Ken DeChant addresses the fundamental question: Why did Jesus come in the first place? Beyond just being a good teacher, the Bible tells us that Jesus came for a specific purpose—to destroy the works of the devil and the spiritual brokenness we call sin.
In this message, Pastor Ken DeChant explores how to navigate the "deepest wounds" that often come from those closest to us. Drawing from the life of Joseph—who was betrayed by his own family—we look at the dangers of "offendiditis," a condition that hardens our hearts and steals our peace. Discover how to break the cycle of bitterness by naming your hurt honestly, refusing to rehearse old wounds, and trusting God with justice. Using the ultimate example of Jesus on the cross, Pastor Ken shares how choosing forgiveness is the only way to find true freedom and clarity for your future.
In this message from Journey Church, Pastor Kenneth explores the true story of St. Patrick—not the one involving shamrocks and parades, but the one of a kidnapped teenager who found Jesus in captivity and later courageously returned to the land of his enslavement. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5, the teaching focuses on decreasing the fear of sharing one's faith. You'll learn how the love of Christ, a new perspective on others, and simple obedience can transform our "Ireland"—the places of past pain or current hesitation—into fertile ground for reconciliation and hope.
In this powerful message, guest speaker and nurse Sam Magers explores the heavy reality of shame—what it is, what it does to our identity, and how it can be removed. Drawing parallels between the biological functions of blood and the spiritual power of the blood of Jesus, Sam illustrates how we are not just forgiven, but purified and restored. Using the story of the woman caught in adultery from John 8, she reminds us that God reveals sin not for our humiliation, but for our restoration. Learn how to surrender the "weighted vest" of your past and step into the freedom and calling God has for you today.
What if greatness in the Kingdom of God doesn't come from adding more—but from letting go? In this message, we explore John the Baptizer's powerful words: “He must become greater and greater, and I must become less and less.” As we begin the journey of Lent and 40 Days of Decrease, we learn that spiritual growth isn't about earning God's love—it's about clearing away what competes with it. Discover the freedom and joy that comes from making room for Jesus.
Christian growth isn't just about STOPPING bad behavior. It's about REPLACING the bad behavior with something BETTER!
You have been called by God. Calling changes identity. And identity changes behavior.
In this message, the first of a series on the three gifts of the Magi, we explore the prophetic significance of Frankincense. This ancient incense points directly to Jesus as our great High Priest, the one who mediates between a Holy God and a sinful people. Discover how Jesus' once-for-all sacrifice provides complete cleansing and allows us to "come boldly to the throne of our gracious God" (Hebrews 4:16). Stop trying to clean up your "stank" and instead, be clothed in the righteousness He offers.
In the final message of the "Alive and Active" series, Pastor Aaron explores the enduring significance of God's Word in a world full of competing voices. This sermon reminds us that scripture is not just for information, but for personal transformation.
Many people want to read the Bible more but don't always know where to start. In this message, Journey Church walks through simple, practical steps to help you build a meaningful Bible-reading rhythm that actually transforms your life.
In this message, Pastor Ken launches a brand-new series on the Bible — not as an old book of ancient words, but as the living, God-breathed letter from our Heavenly Father. We live in a generation with more access to Scripture than ever before… yet we read it less than ever. Why? What keeps us from engaging God's Word? And how do we unlock the life and transformation that comes when we truly open His Book?
In this message, Pastor Al Yanno unpacks the power behind a single word: “Amen.” From Ephesians 3:20–21, he shows how Amen is more than a closing line—it's a declaration of confidence, abundance, empowerment, and worship. Hear stories of church planting, foster care ministry, and a powerful family testimony of freedom and restoration. You'll be challenged to trust God in every season and to live as His Amen in the world.
Pastor Ken continues our “Does God Still Speak?” series with a practical look at how God confirms His voice through wise counsel. From 1 Kings 12 (Rehoboam) to Proverbs on advice, learn simple filters for promptings—does it align with Scripture and draw you closer to Jesus? Includes five marks of trustworthy advisors to help you make wise decisions in relationships, finances, and everyday life.
Every one of us exerts an influence far greater than we realize.
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