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In a world where there is constant division and conflict, the call for the Christian is to be a blessing to others. How can Christians be a blessing to others in this current cultural moment? By greeting them and showing them they matter.
With everything going on in our world it can feel overwhelming to think about where our focus should be. How should Christians respond to a world where we see constant tragedy and conflict? In this message, Pastor Matt Brown shows you how to understand and live in your calling without going crazy.
Have you ever taken a stand people disagreed with? Should others be able to disagree with you? Pastor Matt preaches about how to deal with controversy, and what to do when it seems there's no way to agree.
Have you ever been looked down on? Do you accept others, even when they don't deserve it? Pastor Jeff shares why you should be careful not to judge others, and what you should do instead.
When do you feel loved? Are there people in your life loving you? Pastor Adam talks about the meaning of real love, and how to love your neighbor the way Jesus loves you.
Have you ever felt disrespected? Do you ever disagree with those in charge? Pastor Dan Zimbardi shares why honoring others is key to a life God can bless.
What is your life's purpose? Do you know what your strengths are? Pastor Alfredo tells how you can find your gifts so you can have the impact you were made for.
Have you ever felt attacked? Do you ever fear others? Pastor Jeff Whye reveals the solution you can learn now to overcome any enemy.
Do you love how your country is run? What do you think of people who have political power? Pastor Matt speaks truth about how you are to view authority, and how God calls you to love those running your country.
How do you respond to negativity? Are your actions in line with your values? Pastor Matt unpacks how you live the Christian life by changing what you're responding to.
Anything weighing on you? What leaves you discouraged? Pastor Matt reveals why you feel discouraged, where discouragement comes from, and the best way to overcome it.
Do you have anxiety? Wish you had inner peace? Pastor Matt shares how to find peace and let go of anxiety by knowing what to focus on so you can experience healing.
Have you ever felt divided? Do you see people around you taking sides? Pastor Matt shares how God's choices bring people together, and the surprising way he chooses.
Do you enjoy calls from loved ones? What's the most memorable call you've had? Pastor Matt shares God is calling you to be real, and inviting you to experience the power of real love.
Are you paying attention? What's on your mind most often? Pastor Alfredo Ramos shares why what you think about may the most important thing you can pay attention to.
What do you need support for? Where is the pain in your life? Pastor Matt shows God does not dismiss your pain, and shares what we should do when life is hard.
Do you feel accepted? Have you ever felt alone? Pastor Alfredo Ramos unpacks a promise of "no condemnation" and "no separation" and how you can be accepted and never alone.
Do you feel accepted? Have you ever felt alone? Pastor Alfredo Ramos unpacks a promise of "no condemnation" and "no separation" and how you can be accepted and never alone.
What needs to change for you right now? What do you wish was different in your life? Pastor Matt looks at what we can make different and what we can't, and how to get the courage to change.
What is the best thing you've ever experienced? Have you ever wanted to live an incredible life? Pastor Matt explores why your best isn't enough to get to heaven, and what to change so you can live the ultimate best experience.
Have you begun following Jesus? What will change for you? Pastor Matt explains how you can celebrate your new life with others and declare that you follow Jesus by being baptized.
Has your life completely changed? Ever wish you had your old life back? Pastor Matt shares why we miss what's ahead when we look back, and how to claim a better life by choosing the one thing that matters.
On Good Friday, Christians pause to remember the death of Jesus and remind ourselves that his death is what gave each of us a chance to truly come back to life. In the same way that Jesus gathered with a few of his close friends before his death on the cross, we will be remembering Good Friday by gathering together in our homes for a brief message and a time to share communion together.
Are you optimistic, or realistic? When you feel discouraged, what do you do? Pastor Alfredo Ramos shares how to have real hope in hard times without living in denial.
Life can be a whirlwind at times. When life gets difficult who do you talk to? Who is in your corner when things go wrong? In this video, Pastor Matt encourages us to stay authentic in two very important ways.
Do you feel like your life's not perfect? What's held you back from living your best life? Pastor Matt helps you understand the issue that keeps everyone from having it all, and what you can do today to start to fix it.
Have you ever been hurt by someone who calls themselves a Christian? Or felt uncomfortable with church? In this video, Pastor Alfredo Ramos digs deep into Romans and how you can avoid Christian hypocrisy.
Have you ever been hurt by someone who calls themselves a Christian? Or felt uncomfortable with church? In this video, Pastor Alfredo Ramos digs deep into Romans and how you can avoid Christian hypocrisy.
Have you ever felt judged? Do you trust the judgement of those you love? Pastor Matt explores how God's love includes judgement, and why it can help you live a better life.
Have you ever worried about what people think of your opinions? What do you think of others who disagree with you? Pastor Matt shares how you avoid getting caught up in 'cancel culture' without compromising on what's important.
What's the best trade you've ever made? What you receive in an exchange? Pastor Matt reveals what you might be trading if you don't follow Jesus, and what he offers us that you don't have to trade for.
Who do you listen to when you need help? Where do you look for answers to life’s tough questions? In this video Pastor Matt shows us how our decision affects our life.
How do you view sex? Are you real with others about your sexuality? Pastor Matt delivers a personal and powerful message on how the Bible helps us to understand sex.
What's most important in your life? Does how you spend time and energy reflect what you love most? Pastor Alfredo Ramos shows the danger of living in denial, and how you can avoid valuing the wrong things.
Would you be okay without God? Do you feel Jesus has made a difference for you? Pastor Matt gets deep about the biggest thing you are called to do if you've experienced Jesus's love change your life.
Are you done with constant bad news? If you'd rather focus on good things this year, Pastor Matt shares 3 ways to help you trade bad news for good news, in this series on how to follow Jesus in a culture that doesn't.
Are you looking for something new from life? Do you need a way to experience positive change? Pastor Alfredo Ramos introduces a book that reveals the one big idea that's impacted millions, and could powerfully transform your life.
Holidays can be a crazy season. In this message, Pastor Matt encourage us with hope and how we can make the most of divine disruptions.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed or lost this Christmas season? Are you trying to ignore all the stresses of 2020 and act like it's just another Christmas? In this message Pastor Matt gets real about our current situation and shares how you can find the light this holiday season.
Do you feel like nobody gets the real you? Have you felt lonely this season or forgotten by other people? In this video, Pastor Claude reveals one big truth that can brighten even the darkest Christmas, and fill your holidays with light!
Do you feel like your life has more than it's fair share of darkness right now? Listen as Claude Hickman looks at times God promised light in times of darkness and shares how you can know if God will keep his promises.
Have you wished the chaos of 2020 would end? Are you waiting for things to go back to normal? Listen to find out why this could be your most important year ever, as Pastor Matt concludes the Election series by challenging you to ask the question that changes everything.
Do you have a hard time believing what politicians tell you? Or feel like they say one thing, but do another? Listen to why Pastor Matt believes where you place your trust is the key to not being fooled.
What can you do to create the kind of change you want to see in the world? Pastor Matt gets real and breaks down the truth about where to start if you want to see and cause real change.
What do you do in the shift after an election? Pastor Matt unpacks how to learn from political change, and what it can teach us that's more important than who is in office.
You don't have to feel anxious, stressed or angry about the insanity surrounding politics! If you want to stop feeling worried this election season, listen as Pastor Matt shares what to do today to experience real peace about your future, no matter who ends up in charge.
Are you tired of all the political debate? Do you find it difficult to get along with people with opposing political views? In this sermon Pastor Matt shows us how to be authentic and still fight for what we believe in.
Do you know what it's like to be lied to? Have you ever struggled to be real with others? Pastor Matt reveals how to be freed from secrets without needing to know if someone is being honest with you.
If you follow Jesus, should it influence your politics? Can we know if God is on our side? Today Pastor Matt finds wisdom in unexpected places, and shows us what we can learn about God's perspective of politics from two extraordinary leaders.
Are you getting worn out from the stress of politics? Many people see election season as a binary choice - a vote between two ideas, often neither of them ideal. But maybe there's a third choice. Pastor Matt turns to scripture to shed light on the vote that really counts, and urges us to make sure we are choosing what really matters.