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Pride promises freedom, but it leaves us bound to ego, comparison, anxiety, and the opinions of others. In this message, we'll discover that true freedom isn't found in independence from God, but in humble dependence on Him, and that surrender to God is the path to rest, grace, and real freedom.

Stop borrowing someone else's story with God—it's time to experience Him for yourself. Join us this Sunday as we discover what it means to truly "taste and see" that the Lord is good, moving beyond head knowledge into a life-changing relationship with Jesus.

This isn't about someday... it's about taking the next step of faith today by loving God, loving people, making disciples, abiding in Christ, praying, obeying His word, and living ready for His return. Join us today as Pastor Joe Chabot shares this NOW word with us!

God has not given us a spirit of fear, but one of love, power, and a sound mind. We will not be shaken as God's children in a shaken world. Join us today as Evangelist Nate Pimentel shares a word with our church body.

Healthy relationships don't happen by accident, they're built through everyday choices that reflect the heart of Jesus. Join us as we discover four practical, biblical habits that strengthen our relationships, bring unity to the church, and help advance God's Kingdom.

Freedom isn't found in doing whatever you want, it's found in becoming the person Christ created you to be. Join us as we discover how God's presence produces the kind of freedom that no circumstance can steal and the self-control that leads to lasting victory.

We all carry things we'd rather keep hidden—but what if the very place you feel the most shame is where God wants to bring the greatest healing? Join us this Sunday as we discover how vulnerability isn't the enemy of victory—it's often the pathway to it.

What if God's jealousy isn't a flaw—but a fierce expression of His love for you? This Sunday, our very own, Micah Dewitt, will unpack why God refuses to share our affections, how divided loyalties keep us from His best, and what it means to draw near to the God who passionately pursues our hearts.

In Part 2 of our series What the Bible Says About Giving Up, we explore what it means to surrender not just our plans, but our possessions, finances, and resources to God. Discover how tithing, generosity, and biblical stewardship break the grip of fear and scarcity, teaching us to trust God with everything He has placed in our hands.

What if the very thing you're holding onto is the thing keeping you from God's blessing? In this powerful message on tithing, surrender, and stewardship, discover how generosity breaks the grip of fear, destroys scarcity, and unlocks a life fully trusted to God.

Some things in your life don't need to be managed, explained, or revisited—they need to stay buried with the old you. This message is a call to stop resurrecting what Jesus already crucified, embrace the transforming power of surrender, and walk boldly in the new identity Christ has already declared over your life.

In an age flooded with noise, counterfeit truth, and endless distraction, Jesus' first warning about the last days was simple: do not be deceived. This message calls the Church to lift its eyes off fear, culture, and compromise, fix them back on Christ, and live with awakened expectation instead of spiritual distraction.

In a moment when everything was uncertain, Jochebed chose trust over control and placed her baby in God's hands—setting in motion a story of deliverance that would shape a nation (Exodus 2:1–10). This message reveals how a mother's faith, prayer, and quiet obedience can leave a lasting impact far beyond what she can see, and remind us that in God's timing, no one is behind—He is just getting started.

Following Jesus isn't about partial effort or convenient obedience—it's about full surrender, where comfort, delay, and divided loyalty are laid down for His call. This message confronts the cost of discipleship, reminding us that holding back leads to limited victory, but letting go positions us to step fully into God's purpose.

Wisdom isn't just knowing what's right—it's building your life on it before the storm ever shows up. This message draws a clear line: you can hear truth and still collapse, or you can obey it, stand firm, and discover that a life anchored in God's wisdom won't break when pressure hits.

It doesn't happen all at once—you don't wake up numb to God; you drift there, one ignored conviction at a time until what once stirred you no longer moves you. This message is a wake-up call to guard your conscience, return to repentance, and rediscover the bold, living connection with God that a cleansed heart was always meant to carry.

An identity crisis doesn't start with who you are—it starts with who you believe God is, because a distorted view of Him will always distort you. This message calls you out of confusion and into clarity, reminding you that God doesn't define you by your past but by His purpose—and when you truly know who Jesus is, you finally discover who you are.

If the resurrection is true, it doesn't just inspire belief—it demands a response, because a risen Jesus changes everything about death, sin, identity, and purpose. This message confronts the question we can't avoid: will we keep standing at empty graves, or will we run into the life, freedom, and mission He already secured?

Discipleship is not built by accident—it follows a blueprint of devotion, where people are formed by truth, shaped in community, nourished at the table, and sustained through prayer. This message calls the church beyond crowds and conversions into the deeper work of becoming apprentices of Jesus who live like Him and help others do the same.

What looks barren, broken, and beyond repair is not beyond the reach of God's power—because when His Spirit and His Word meet dry ground, deserts bloom and dead things breathe again. This message stirs faith for divine restoration, reminding us that the same God who sends rain to the wilderness can bring life, beauty, and purpose back to the places we thought were finished.

We spend so much energy trying to control everything around us, while neglecting the one thing God actually calls us to govern—ourselves. This message confronts the illusion of control and reveals that real freedom is not doing whatever you want, but becoming Spirit-empowered enough to say yes to what is right and no to what is destructive.

Marriage isn't just a relation—it's a ship, a covenant connection moving in kingdom direction, and if the direction drifts, the destination does too. This message calls couples to realign under pressure, fight for unity, forgive fiercely, and build homes that don't just survive storms but carry heaven's purpose to the shore.

We spend billions celebrating romance, yet struggle to steward the relationships God calls holy—because love was never meant to stay immature. This message calls us to a love that grows up, where covenant outweighs chemistry, marriage preaches the gospel, and God uses love not just to make us happy, but to make us holy.

The F-Word isn't about pretending the pain didn't matter—it's about deciding whether offense or obedience will shape your future. In a world where reconciliation takes two but forgiveness takes one, this sermon calls us to release what hurt us, trust the kindness of God, and discover that forgiving others may be the very freedom our own hearts need.

The change that changes everything isn't cosmetic—it's a collision of allegiance, where the gospel doesn't tweak the system but turns it upside down. This message confronts divided devotion, calls us to real repentance, and reminds us that a church wholly given to Christ is dangerous to darkness.

Distraction doesn't usually pull us away from God all at once—it slowly draws our hearts off course until devotion is diluted and deception feels normal. This message calls us to throw off what hinders, reclaim holy focus, and create space for God to move before good things quietly replace the best thing.

Following Jesus was never meant to be done alone—devotion to Christ shows up in how we pray, give, gather, serve, and submit our lives to His Lordship. This message calls us back to wholehearted devotion, reminding us that the Church is not optional, community is spiritual warfare, and unity is one of God's loudest witnesses to the world.

We are thrilled that Evangelist Tiff Shuttlesworth of the Lost Lamb Evangelical Association will be here at The Pines this Sunday. Be prepared to be inspired and encouraged!

Fasting isn't about starving the body—it's about awakening the soul, closing our mouths to lesser appetites so we can hear the voice of God more clearly. This message reveals how fasting humbles us, sharpens our hunger for God, and creates space for His strength to meet us in our weakness.

From Gabriel's first “Rejoice!” to the angels' declaration of good news, Christmas reveals joy entering a joy-starved world—a joy rooted not in circumstances, but in God's goodness, faithfulness, and redemptive power. We explore how bitterness and hurry steal that joy, why our hearts are homesick for heaven, and how rejoicing in the Lord, dwelling in His presence, and learning contentment in Christ restores the joy that is our strength.

Delay is not God's denial—it's often the space where He's working both behind the scenes and deep within our hearts. This message reminds us that while waiting stretches our faith, the God who keeps His promises is never late, and what He's preparing will be delivered right on time.

Today we uncover what it means to live free from the fear of man and stand courageously for Christ in a world that often resists truth. Through Scripture and the power of the Holy Spirit, we learn that true boldness flows not from ego, but from intimacy with Jesus and obedience in the small things.

We're discovering that real faith isn't about seeing to believe—it's believing until you see. Through stories of Noah, Abraham, and others who looked foolish in their obedience, we're reminded that faith often costs your image before it brings your inheritance.

Today, we explore how spiritual perception allows us to see what others miss—from the Shunammite woman who recognized God's presence in the ordinary to the woman who reached for Jesus in a fleeting moment of faith. Learn how sharpening your spiritual sight through God's Word and obedient faith positions you to steward divine opportunities and receive what God is already doing among you.

It's been a heavy week... many have asked, "Why would a loving God allow this to happen? Tune in as Pastor Matt & Jess unpack the events of this week and share how we can find hope even in the midst of heartache.

This week we begin our series on the fruit of the Spirit, diving into the deep and lasting joy that only comes from God's presence—not from circumstances. Joy is heaven's resistance to despair, and it becomes our strength in both good times and hard times.

The harvest isn't the problem—it's ready. The question is: will we answer the call? In this message, discover how Jesus turns followers into fishers of men, why prayer is the starting point for mission, and how every believer is called to share the gospel.

Are you living as a slave to striving, or as a beloved son or daughter of God? In this message, we confront the orphan mindset that traps us in legalism, fear, and weariness. Discover the rest that comes from sonship, the living water of Christ, and the Father's unshakable love.

In this message, we're challenged to examine ourselves honestly before God, confronting hidden weeds like gossip, jealousy, pride, and self-pity. True revival starts in the mirror, and through humility and surrender, God can cultivate a heart that reflects His love.

In a world filled with uncertainty, conflict, and fear, this message reminds us that our foundation in Christ is unshakable. When everything else is shaken, God's Word and His Kingdom remain firm, and so can we.

Today we have the honor of hearing from our very own, Nicole Anderson, as she invites us to rediscover the heart of worship—what it is, who it's for, and why it matters. Rooted in Scripture, this teaching will inspire you to know Jesus more deeply and respond to Him with a life of wholehearted worship.

The question isn't when Jesus will return—but are you ready? In this message, we explore what the Bible says about the end times, not to stir fear, but to stir faith, urgency, and hope in Christ's promised return.

When life leaves you alone in the dark, will you wrestle or walk away? In this message, we dive into the midnight moment where Jacob refused to let go of God—wounded, desperate, and determined to be changed.

Forgiveness isn't optional—it's the overflow of a heart that remembers mercy. In this message, we explore how God's mercy is more than a mood; it's a mission that frees us, transforms us, and calls us to forgive as we've been forgiven.

Shame tells us to hide—but Jesus invites us to step into the light, fully seen and fully loved. In this message, we uncover how Christ didn't just cover our shame—He conquered it—so we can stop running and start healing.

Anger is more than just a feeling—it often reveals what we love most. Today we explore how disordered love leads to disordered anger—and how the love of Jesus can bring us out of the fire and into peace.

Is baptism really that important? In this message, we explore how baptism is more than a symbol—it's a step of obedience, a public declaration of faith, and a beautiful picture of our union with Christ in His death and resurrection. Commanded by Jesus and rooted in the gospel, baptism expresses our identity in Him and honors the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Feeling overwhelmed by discouragement or uncertainty? This message explores how true, resilient hope is found not in circumstances, but in the God who fills us with joy, peace, and strength through the Holy Spirit. When you trust Him fully, you don't just hold onto hope—you begin to overflow with it.

Is money ruling your life—or is God? In this message, we explore the tension between culture's obsession with wealth and the biblical call to steward everything as God's, not ours. When we surrender our finances to Him, money becomes a tool for generosity, legacy, and eternal impact—not a master of our hearts.

You were never meant to do life alone. In this message, we explore how God designed each of us to belong—on purpose, with purpose—in His body, the Church. Every piece has a place, every part has a purpose, and when we trust the Master Builder, we discover where we truly fit.

In this special Mother's Day message, our very own Kids Pastor Kelley Bean reminds us that even in the messiness of motherhood, God is crafting a masterpiece. Through scripture she calls every mother to embrace her God-given worth, value, and influence.