REFUGE CHURCH

On Mother's Day, a guest speaker reflects on lessons learned from his mother and from Scripture about serving others. He explains that Jesus modeled humble service, the New Testament commands believers to love one another 59 times, and the Book of Ruth shows how simple acts of service can lead to life-changing, long-term impact. The talk challenges the church to practice tangible, everyday service—praying, encouraging, and meeting needs—so the world can see Christ's love and be drawn to the gospel.

In this sermon kickoff, the pastor begins a series on family and parenting, admitting his own imperfections while encouraging listeners that Jesus is the true hope for every household. Using Deuteronomy 6 and practical examples, he emphasizes modeling faith, consistent spiritual rhythms, and intentional steps—like family devotions, prayer, and baptism—to raise children who follow Jesus.

Pastor wraps up the "You Asked For" series by answering a wide range of submitted questions—some light, some heavy—about scripture, heaven, suffering, forgiveness, and how to follow Jesus in everyday life. He emphasizes the Bible as our guide, the Holy Spirit's role, the church as Christ's spotless bride, and encourages practical next steps: surrender, boundaries, forgiveness, and trusting God through pain.

Pastor answers a range of listener-submitted questions about faith, from whether cheating aligns with scripture and the meaning of Leviticus laws to the role of angels, the difference between cults and religions, science and evolution, the authorship of the Pentateuch, and the problem of suffering. Using the series theme "The Bible is our map, the Holy Spirit is our guide," he emphasizes biblical authority, grace, and hope in Jesus while offering practical spiritual guidance.

On Easter Sunday the message celebrates Jesus' resurrection — the grave is empty and death has been defeated. Using eyewitness testimony from Paul, the 500 witnesses, and 1 John's threefold witness (water, blood, and Spirit), the sermon explains why belief in Jesus is life-changing and points to the promise of eternal life. The pastor also extends a warm welcome to guests at Refuge Church, emphasizes the importance of community, and invites listeners to respond in faith with a brief prayer and connection opportunity.

Pastor Logan answers a wide range of submitted questions in this episode, grounding each response in Scripture and practical wisdom. The sermon series theme is "The Bible is our map, the Holy Spirit is our guide." Topics include doubt and faith, honoring parents, baptism and next steps, whether salvation can be lost, why God may feel silent, and how to find hope and move forward. The tone is encouraging, straightforward, and focused on taking practical steps toward following Jesus.

Part six of the Brick-by-Brick series: Nehemiah completes Jerusalem's wall in 52 days, resists enemy intimidation and false prophets, and refuses shortcuts that would compromise God's work. Though the wall is finished, the mission continues—leaders are appointed, guards are posted, and the people shift from “I have to” to “I get to.” A clear call to take the next step as God continues the work in us.

Pastor opens with a lively T‑Shirt Sunday announcement and urges people to wear their shirts and invite others to Easter. The sermon then turns to Nehemiah 5, focusing on injustice within God's people during the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls. Nehemiah confronts nobles who exploit their neighbors with predatory lending, calls a public meeting, and restores fairness while modeling servant leadership by refusing his own privileges. The message emphasizes that how we achieve goals matters, that conviction leads to repentance (not shame), and that believers must stay on mission—doing good, especially to the family of faith. Practical takeaways: be ready to invite others, pursue God above politics, address injustice directly, and live out a servant's heart in your community.   ADMIN@TEAMREFUGE.COM

In this sermon on Nehemiah 4, the speaker explores how opposition often arrives unexpectedly and how Nehemiah responds with prayer, preparedness, and perseverance. Using the rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall as a model, the message emphasizes that opposition speaks lies, should be expected when you pursue God's mission, and is intended to distract you from finishing what God has started. The talk urges listeners to pray first, work with enthusiasm, take practical precautions, and remain steadfast, trusting that God will fight for them while they do their part.

In this message from Nehemiah 3, the preacher explores how God uses ordinary people working together to rebuild what's broken — brick by brick, shoulder to shoulder. Nehemiah's leadership and the people's faithful, focused work show that everyone has a role and that God multiplies small, obedient steps into mighty results. Listen for a call to stop searching and start building: take the next faithful step in front of you, use the gifts God has given you, and trust that when you show up others will step up too.

This episode walks through Nehemiah 2, showing how Nehemiah turned grief over Jerusalem's ruined walls into prayerful obedience, received the king's favor, inspected the damage, and rallied the people to rebuild with God's provision. Listeners are encouraged to remain faithful in their daily service, pray for boldness, and take practical next steps to share the gospel and join the mission despite opposition.