Monterey Church

In this passage, Jesus speaks directly to his disciples during the Last Supper and through the Holy Spirit, to his disciples today. We talk about why Jesus is worth following and his divinity/deity as the second member of the Trinity.

We continue to look at the history of Daniel's time, so we can understand the prophecy, which begins in the very next chapter, and we also receive application from the message as it is applied to us by the Holy Spirit. Pastor Bryan senses the Lord continuing to reinforce His message to us, which is: "In 2026, He will remove obstruction and obstructors (spiritual and human) and set free the obstructed (faithful) to move forward to do the Will of God."

We continue to look at the history of Daniel's time, so we can understand the prophecy, which begins in the very next chapter, and we also receive application from the message as it is applied to us by the Holy Spirit. Pastor Bryan senses the Lord continuing to reinforce His message to us, which is: "In 2026, He will remove obstruction and obstructors (spiritual and human) and set free the obstructed (faithful) to move forward to do the Will of God."

We explore the historical context of this section and the prophetic significance, and also show how this passage illustrates the simple, power-filled way God (by his Holy Spirit) can cause massive obstacles to His Will to vanish instantly. There are so many ways to apply this to our own journey with Him...

We explore the historical context of this section and the prophetic significance, and also show how this passage illustrates the simple, power-filled way God (by his Holy Spirit) can cause massive obstacles to His Will to vanish instantly. There are so many ways to apply this to our own journey with Him...

Discover what the prophets foretold about the birth of Christ over 700 years before the day God fulfilled His Word, and the incredible implications of this miracle (and power) that exists for us today.

We talk about what the prophets foretold about the birth of Christ over 700 years before the day God fulfilled His Word, and the incredible implications of this miracle (and power) that exists for us today.

This Psalm rejoices in God's faithfulness to not just restore us, but to redeem us out of difficult times, even if it was because of our own sin. We will reflect with gratitude on the great things He has done...and begin to imagine the great things we perceive He will soon do!

This Psalm rejoices in God's faithfulness to not just restore us, but to redeem us out of difficult times, even if it was because of our own sin. We will reflect with gratitude on the great things He has done...and begin to imagine the great things we perceive He will soon do!

A personal, intimate relationship with Christ will bring us into a sincere, interpersonal relationship with the Body of Christ. This message is an invitation into the family of God and a call to engage with a fresh, new and focused heart, recognizing that simply being in proximity to God's family is not enough; your own personal righteousness matters.  As we humbly seek God with sincere hearts and submit to his leadership as the Lord of All, we will receive the wisdom and guidance required for our next right step and the power, through the Holy Spirit, to obey. 

Following our recent, unanimous approval for the special use permit we will need to relocate and launch our mission off Opal Road. Now, we will begin to prepare the property and ourselves for what comes next. May this message will help to ignite this season!

We walk through key passages in Romans 5 to highlight the restoration and transformation available to all through forgiveness. 

Using the framework, A.R.T. (Alienation, Restoration, Transformation) to show us how the sin of unforgiveness keeps us alienated to God and others, we highlight the behavioral markers that help us to recognize when we have unforgiveness and wickedness in our hearts and what God's word instructs us to do about it. We are encouraged us to seek repentance and restoration. 

The Lord Jesus Christ is sovereign over all—we will learn about, reflect upon, rest in and worship with our Lord's sovereignty on the front of our mind. In such uncertain times, this certain truth (and the implications of this certain truth), can bring peace, joy and gratitude that surpasses understanding...

The Lord Jesus Christ is sovereign over all—we will learn about, reflect upon, rest in and worship with our Lord's sovereignty on the front of our mind. In such uncertain times, this certain truth (and the implications of this certain truth), can bring peace, joy and gratitude that surpasses understanding...

In this passage, we see King Nebuchadnezzar's actions in response to Daniel's perfect interpretation of his dream of the statue. The King's response to build a self-glorifying golden statue and demand its worship and the people's response to this command reveals mankind's tendency for vain glory, apart from the Holy Spirit. In this desire for ‘glory,' Satan exploits an individual's insecurities, weakness, and emptiness to incite them to ungodly, Satanic behavior.In contrast, Shadrack, Meshack and Abednego give us an example of courageous faith in the midst of great persecution. Their ‘perfect moment' refusing to worship any other god teaches us how to stand firm in what we believe— with courage, integrity, and respect.

In this passage, we see King Nebuchadnezzar's actions in response to Daniel's perfect interpretation of his dream of the statue. The King's response to build a self-glorifying golden statue and demand its worship and the people's response to this command reveals mankind's tendency for vain glory, apart from the Holy Spirit. In this desire for ‘glory,' Satan exploits an individual's insecurities, weakness, and emptiness to incite them to ungodly, Satanic behavior.In contrast, Shadrack, Meshack and Abednego give us an example of courageous faith in the midst of great persecution. Their ‘perfect moment' refusing to worship any other god teaches us how to stand firm in what we believe— with courage, integrity, and respect.

We continue in the "Babylon" Series from Daniel (2:25-49) with part 2 of the message titled "God Speaks Through Dreams", asking the Holy Spirit to help us understand the interpretation of Nebuchadnezzar's dream and apply it to our times. May it create in us a desire and ability to leverage our lives for Him, His Passion, His Glory and His Coming with joy and urgency!

We continue in the "Babylon" Series from Daniel (2:25-49) with part 2 of the message titled "God Speaks Through Dreams", asking the Holy Spirit to help us understand the interpretation of Nebuchadnezzar's dream and apply it to our times. May it create in us a desire and ability to leverage our lives for Him, His Passion, His Glory and His Coming with joy and urgency!

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus called us, his disciples, to be “salt” and “light” in the world to preserve a rotting, dead culture and through our lives shine His light into utterly dark, corrupt places (Matthew 5:13-16). Similarly, Daniel and the Israelites were carried off into exile to do the same in the Babylonian culture. How did Daniel do it so effectively? And how do we?God sovereignly presented a crisis situation through Nebuchadnezzar's dream that He would ultimately use to create a platform for Daniel and open the King of Babylon's eyes to His power and authority alone. Daniel's intimate relationship with God and the trust and faith he had in God to speak personally and powerfully to him to deliver him and his friends from certain death was the key to his success—and it is the key to ours today.

We ask the Holy Spirit to show us why He spoke through Nebuchadnezzar to the ancient world (and even to us through this prophetic dream today)—and what are we to do with the information that He reveals.We will also talk about how God continues to speak through dreams, and how we should pray for, anticipate, and interpret these dreams for maximum effect and benefit. 

We continue our Daniel series with the first chapter message titled, "Orientation." In this series we will study the history of Israel in exile in Babylon through the stories of Daniel, and we will draw parallels to our own experience "in exile, in Babylon" as we await Jesus' return and our entrance into the Promised Land — our eternal home with Him and those we love!

Daniel was an exceptional young man—intelligent, wise and spiritually attuned to the will and ways of God. He was an asset to the King of Babylon, who sought to use him for the purposes of his kingdom. However, Daniel did not waver in his faith and remained steadfast in his convictions to not follow the Babylonian ways, choosing not to eat the ‘royal food.' He knew what was at stake. Daniel had integrity and great courage (even shrewdness), and God was faithful to honor Daniel's loyalty.There is no compartmentalization for those who are in Christ, though we may often live like there is. This message challenges us with the question: Is He truly “Lord of All” in my life? And do I live like He is? 

In this introduction to the sermon series, "Babylon: In It, Not of It," Pastor Bryan provides the historical context of the Babylon, drawing parallels to the "Babylon" we exist in today. We also discuss the importance of deeply studying God's Word and the significance of studying prophecy to give us the perspective needed to live faithfully and powerfully for God (in the world, yet not of it) as citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven. 

In this introduction to the sermon series, "Babylon: In It, Not of It," Pastor Bryan provides the historical context of the Babylon, drawing parallels to the "Babylon" we exist in today. We also discuss the importance of deeply studying God's Word and the significance of studying prophecy to give us the perspective needed to live faithfully and powerfully for God (in the world, yet not of it) as citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven. 

This passage urges all of us to allow the "old self" to die in Christ's death, and the "new self" to rise in His resurrection. The language of "putting this on" reminds us that this is a gift given and embraced rather than something earned through effort or merit. Putting on the new self is the same as saying surrender to and be clothed by the Holy Spirit.

This passage urges all of us to allow the "old self" to die in Christ's death, and the "new self" to rise in His resurrection. The language of "putting this on" reminds us that this is a gift given and embraced rather than something earned through effort or merit. Putting on the new self is the same as saying surrender to and be clothed by the Holy Spirit.

Pastor Bobby Gore shares a special message centered on biblical angels and how you can play a part in being a messenger. Regardless of where you are in your journey as a believer in Christ, you have a role to play. This message will challenge you to delve into Scripture and, hopefully, prompt you to move beyond familiarity, leading you to a deeper fascination with the Word of God. 

Pastor Bobby Gore shares a special message centered on biblical angels and how you can play a part in being a messenger. Regardless of where you are in your journey as a believer in Christ, you have a role to play. This message will challenge you to delve into Scripture and, hopefully, prompt you to move beyond familiarity, leading you to a deeper fascination with the Word of God. 

In this section, Jesus continues his prayer for his disciples, including you and I. He prays for our renewal, transformation and eventual glorification in His Kingdom. The theme will continue to be "surrendering" to His love and all the wonderful plans He has for us - beginning now and ending never.

Pastor Bryan senses that the Holy Spirit wants to bring a blessing to our church (and every member of it) from our Father and through Jesus' teaching of the "Beatitudes" in Matthew 5:1-12. The message and the entire service revolves around the title and theme of "The Blessing".

In this section, Jesus continues his prayer for his disciples, including you and I. He prays for our renewal, transformation and eventual glorification in His Kingdom. The theme will continue to be "surrendering" to His love and all the wonderful plans He has for us - beginning now and ending never.

Pastor Bryan senses that the Holy Spirit wants to bring a blessing to our church (and every member of it) from our Father and through Jesus' teaching of the "Beatitudes" in Matthew 5:1-12. The message and the entire service revolves around the title and theme of "The Blessing".

Pastor Bryan personally felt a sense of God reminding him, rather strongly, that this world and everyone and everything in it will soon pass away; but those who are in the Kingdom will live with Him and all those who receive His love forever. He was reminding me to leverage the things of the World for that Mission and not for lesser things. In response, this is the first of two messages titled, "Leaving this World" as a prelude to our next series in Daniel titled, "Babylon: In It Yet Not Of It".

Pastor Bryan personally felt a sense of God reminding him, rather strongly, that this world and everyone and everything in it will soon pass away; but those who are in the Kingdom will live with Him and all those who receive His love forever. He was reminding me to leverage the things of the World for that Mission and not for lesser things. In response, this is the first of two messages titled, "Leaving this World" as a prelude to our next series in Daniel titled, "Babylon: In It Yet Not Of It".

With our final message about "Unity", we will read between the lines and ask the Holy Spirit to grant us wisdom and strength as Paul exhorts support, generosity, humility and unity among the people in our church. 

With our final message about "Unity", we will read between the lines and ask the Holy Spirit to grant us wisdom and strength as Paul exhorts support, generosity, humility and unity among the people in our church. 

Recognize the marks of a disciple who abides in Christ and be challenged to examine and strengthen our own spiritual walk so we may experience the fullness of Christ.

Recognize the marks of a disciple who abides in Christ and be challenged to examine and strengthen our own spiritual walk so we may experience the fullness of Christ.

This message is all about “Confidence”. A major aspect of “Staying Strong in the Spirit” is not just having confidence but knowing what to have confidence in…. As we shift away from self-confidence and toward confidence in God - His Power, His Holiness, His Devotion to us, His Words, and His Plans we can become supremely strong to take our stand (together) against the schemes of Satan.

This message is all about “Confidence”. A major aspect of “Staying Strong in the Spirit” is not just having confidence but knowing what to have confidence in…. As we shift away from self-confidence and toward confidence in God - His Power, His Holiness, His Devotion to us, His Words, and His Plans we can become supremely strong to take our stand (together) against the schemes of Satan.

Among many incredible points to be revealed in this passage, is the counterintuitive truth that humility is actually (in the Kingdom of Heaven) the most certain path to power. Jesus humbled himself, became a servant, and then the Father lifted Him up and gave Him the Name above every other name... We are encouraged to learn from His example and experience a lesser (yet incredibly powerful and real) promotion ourselves. May the application of these truths bring breakthroughs to many of us in our relationships and other life circumstances.

Among many incredible points to be revealed in this passage, is the counterintuitive truth that humility is actually (in the Kingdom of Heaven) the most certain path to power. Jesus humbled himself, became a servant, and then the Father lifted Him up and gave Him the Name above every other name... We are encouraged to learn from His example and experience a lesser (yet incredibly powerful and real) promotion ourselves. May the application of these truths bring breakthroughs to many of us in our relationships and other life circumstances.

Pastor Bryan kicks off a new teaching series, 'Philippians: Staying Strong in the Spirit' with the first of four amazing characteristics given to us as gifts of the Holy Spirit, "Courage" (Chapter 1).

Pastor Bryan kicks off a new teaching series, 'Philippians: Staying Strong in the Spirit' with the first of four amazing characteristics given to us as gifts of the Holy Spirit, "Courage" (Chapter 1).

Landon shows how Jesus worshipped in his life and how we can use His example as a model for how we worship.

Landon shows how Jesus worshipped in his life and how we can use His example as a model for how we worship.

How are you trusting God in a real way these days, with no backup plan? Joseph's testimony draws parallels from the story of Gideon to his spiritual journey of faith, encouraging us to 'trust God without the big army.'

How are you trusting God in a real way these days, with no backup plan? Joseph's testimony draws parallels from the story of Gideon to his spiritual journey of faith, encouraging us to 'trust God without the big army.'

"Vengeance is mine!" says the Lord, but He does "prepare a table of vindication" for those who faithfully follow Him. This week's message comes from 1 Samuel 30, where we learn from King David's story, how to handle it when God keeps his promise and vindicates us from past injustice. 

"Vengeance is mine!" says the Lord, but He does "prepare a table of vindication" for those who faithfully follow Him. This week's message comes from 1 Samuel 30, where we learn from King David's story, how to handle it when God keeps his promise and vindicates us from past injustice.