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In this message, Pastor Brandon unpacks Matthew 5:33–48 and shows how kingdom living sometimes looks like losing now—but it's actually trading up forever. Jesus calls us to radical honesty, refusal to retaliate, open-handed generosity, and love for enemies. Each choice may seem like a worldly disadvantage, yet heaven's ledger records it as eternal gain (Matthew 5:12; 6:19–21). Key Points • Truthfulness (vv. 33–37): Let your "Yes" be yes—no spin, just integrity before God. • Non-retaliation (vv. 38–42): "Turn the other cheek." Strength under control reflects the King. • Generosity (v. 42): Give and lend without calculating payback; trust the Father to repay. • Enemy-love (vv. 43–48): Pray for those who oppose you—showing the family resemblance to your Father in heaven. Why it Matters Choosing truth over image, mercy over payback, and generosity over self-protection may cost you now—but Christ promises greater reward and deeper Christlikeness that lasts forever. Call to Action If this message encouraged you, please like, share, and subscribe. Comment below: Where is Jesus calling you to "lose" now for eternal gain?

In this message, Pastor Brandon unpacks Matthew 5:33–48 and shows how kingdom living sometimes looks like losing now—but it's actually trading up forever. Jesus calls us to radical honesty, refusal to retaliate, open-handed generosity, and love for enemies. Each choice may seem like a worldly disadvantage, yet heaven's ledger records it as eternal gain (Matthew 5:12; 6:19–21). Key Points • Truthfulness (vv. 33–37): Let your “Yes” be yes—no spin, just integrity before God. • Non-retaliation (vv. 38–42): “Turn the other cheek.” Strength under control reflects the King. • Generosity (v. 42): Give and lend without calculating payback; trust the Father to repay. • Enemy-love (vv. 43–48): Pray for those who oppose you—showing the family resemblance to your Father in heaven. Why it Matters Choosing truth over image, mercy over payback, and generosity over self-protection may cost you now—but Christ promises greater reward and deeper Christlikeness that lasts forever. Call to Action If this message encouraged you, please like, share, and subscribe. Comment below: Where is Jesus calling you to “lose” now for eternal gain?

In this sermon, Pastor Brandon reminds us that we need Jesus. This is not a superficial need, and this takes the humility to admit that we are needy. Jesus knows that we do not have completely pure motives, but that does not stop Him from meeting our most precious need, which is salvation. Mark 5:21-34

Luke 19:1-10 This passage reminds us that His grace doesn't just forgive, it restores, renews, and reclaims what seemed too far gone. It's a reminder that no life is beyond His reach when He decides to make it His own.

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Discover the power of trusting God even when it seems foolish to the world. In this inspiring sermon, Pastor Brandon at Alliance Church Hortonville, explores Noah's faith from Hebrews 11:7, showing how obedience to God's call leads to righteousness and salvation. Learn why faith means trusting beyond what you can see and how it transforms your life. Join us for a message that will challenge and encourage you to live boldly for Christ. Subscribe for more sermons every Sunday!

In this message, Pastor Brandon continues our study in the Gospel of Matthew—focusing on the **Sermon on the Mount**, where the Messiah reveals His divine authority to correctly interpret the Law of Moses. Jesus contrasts His interpretation with that of the Pharisees, exposing the difference between **external religion** and **internal righteousness**. He reveals that true righteousness comes from the heart—not mere outward obedience. Pastor Brandon also explains: - Why Jesus said He came not to destroy the Law but to fulfill it - The difference between the **Law of Moses** and the **Law of the Messiah** - The eternal moral principles that still apply today - How selective, "cafeteria-style" Christianity affects rewards in the Kingdom - The danger of false teaching, cultural compromise, and the need to stand firm in biblical truth This message challenges all believers to walk in holiness, discern truth from deception, and boldly proclaim Christ in an age of moral confusion.

In this message, Pastor Brandon continues our study in the Gospel of Matthew—focusing on the **Sermon on the Mount**, where the Messiah reveals His divine authority to correctly interpret the Law of Moses.   Jesus contrasts His interpretation with that of the Pharisees, exposing the difference between **external religion** and **internal righteousness**. He reveals that true righteousness comes from the heart—not mere outward obedience. Pastor Brandon also explains: - Why Jesus said He came not to destroy the Law but to fulfill it   - The difference between the **Law of Moses** and the **Law of the Messiah**   - The eternal moral principles that still apply today   - How selective, “cafeteria-style” Christianity affects rewards in the Kingdom   - The danger of false teaching, cultural compromise, and the need to stand firm in biblical truth   This message challenges all believers to walk in holiness, discern truth from deception, and boldly proclaim Christ in an age of moral confusion.

In our culture today, the idea of divine judgment from God is one of Christianity's most offensive doctrines. The idea of Hell combined with the concept of a loving God seems incompatible. So, should we keep holding onto this long held doctrine or come up with different options? Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon discusses the biblical teaching on Hell and whether or not there are other options we can consider.

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We wrap up our "Home Field Advantage" series this week with learning that life outside of your home is impacted by what you do inside your home. Pastor Brandon teaches us today that God shapes the biggest part of our lives through the little things we do with him each day; and He shapes the world through the daily lives of his children. We don't have to worry about tiring out in the daily time we take with God either, as our hope in Jesus gives us the endurance we need to live this life at home. Ultimately, we learn that home is where the harvest is, because home is the center of spiritual growth. - Key Verses // John 15:4, Matthew 13:31-32 - For Sermon Notes, the Connect Card, and our other online resources: https://linktr.ee/Celebrationchurchlive

Today, Pastor Brandon continues our series, "Deeper Waters". We all carry baggage, unresolved issues or pains, that we bring with us everywhere; we must let Jesus heal us if we want to move deeper with Him.Support the show

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Unlock the Bible's secret to pleasing God: It's not about being "good enough"—it's FAITH! In this powerful sermon from Alliance Church Hortonville, Pastor Brandon dives into Hebrews 11:1-6 to reveal why "without faith, it is impossible to please God." Discover true faith as trusting beyond what you see, not blind leaps. Hear inspiring stories like George Mueller's 63-year prayer miracle for lost friends, and accept our 30-day prayer challenge: Pray daily for ONE person to encounter Jesus.

What does real faith look like when money is tight, the wait is long, and heaven feels silent? In James 5 we see three proving grounds of faith—money, patience, and prayer. Pastor Brandon unpacks why money makes a terrible master but a powerful servant (Jas 5:1–6), how waiting forms us (Jas 5:7–12), and why prayer must be our first response, not last resort (Jas 5:13–20).

Continuing in our "Unlocked" series , Pastor Brandon dives into the Eighth Commandment: “You shall not steal.” and unpacks how this commandment reveals God's heart for freedom, integrity, and trust.We explore how stealing goes beyond a legal issue—it's a spiritual one that impacts our hearts, our relationships, and our culture. Discover how living with generosity and gratitude reflects God's design and leads to a life of peace and purpose.

The number one reason that people struggle with the idea of a loving God is the presence of evil and suffering in the world. The honest truth is that it is a legitimate question. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon shares a powerful story in the book of John where Jesus gently leads us through the different questions we have about the suffering in our lives.

The number one reason that people struggle with the idea of a loving God is the presence of evil and suffering in the world. The honest truth is that it is a legitimate question. Join us this Sunday as Pastor Brandon shares a powerful story in the book of John where Jesus gently leads us through the different questions we have about the suffering in our lives.

In this episode, Pastor Brandon kicks off a return to our 2024 Foundations series with a reminder that it is better to finish what the Lord has called us to than to just begin.

Pastor Brandon shares a message from the book of Isaiah, emphasizing God's ability to transform our lives by trading our brokenness and despair for freedom, beauty, and eternal rewards through faith in Jesus. He encourages us to trust in God's unseen work, embrace our identity as children of God, and recognize that life's struggles can lead to spiritual growth and transformation.

Entering part 6 of our "Home Field Advantage" series, we continue with our thought that, as we get to know God better and trust Him more, our biggest advantage happens at home. That "love thy neighbor" starts with the people you share a roof and heritage with. Pastor Brandon teaches us today that serving at home is a baseline for spiritual leadership and that you can love your family by being a servant leader. Loving and leading by meeting your family's practical needs, by sharing what God has done for you, and by letting them see your worship. Ultimately, serving begins at home. - Key verses // John 15:4, Matthew 20:25-28 - For Sermon Notes, the Connect Card, and our other online resources: https://linktr.ee/Celebrationchurchlive

Today, Pastor Brandon continues our series, "Deeper Waters". If we want to see deep change we must be prepared to present our true selves to God.Support the show

This week at Venture, Pastor Brandon continued our Break Free series with a powerful message on overcoming the stronghold of shame. Shame has a way of paralyzing us—keeping us stuck in regret, guilt, and fear of what others think. But the good news of the gospel is this: in Christ, we are forgiven, washed, sanctified, and justified. Through passages in Isaiah, Joel, John 8, and 1 Corinthians 6, Pastor Brandon showed us how Jesus takes our shame upon Himself, restores what was lost, and declares us innocent before God. The story of the woman caught in adultery reminds us that where the world heaps condemnation, Jesus offers forgiveness and freedom.0:00 – Welcome to Venture Church Onlinesep 28th sermon text 2:23 – Prayer and introduction to Break Free seriessep 28th sermon text 3:26 – Recap of hidden sin and practical steps to overcomesep 28th sermon text 4:01 – What's the biggest mistake you've ever made?sep 28th sermon text 5:15 – A story of guilt, confession, and shamesep 28th sermon text 7:03 – Defining shame and how the enemy uses itsep 28th sermon text 9:36 – What the Bible says about shamesep 28th sermon text 12:03 – God forgets what we cannot forgetsep 28th sermon text 13:22 – Jesus takes our shame upon Himselfsep 28th sermon text 15:10 – The woman caught in adultery (John 8)sep 28th sermon text 18:25 – “Neither do I condemn you—go and sin no more”sep 28th sermon text 19:36 – Remember who you are: a child of Godsep 28th sermon text 22:09 – Without Jesus we are unworthy, but with Him we are forgivensep 28th sermon text 23:33 – Washed, sanctified, justifiedsep 28th sermon text 25:02 – How to break free from shamesep 28th sermon text 26:19 – Communion and reflectionsep 28th sermon text 32:35 – Worship response: leaving shame behindsep 28th sermon text

Paul reminds us that the Christian life is full of gains and losses, ups and downs, but the true prize is knowing Christ. He redefines success by counting everything else as loss compared to the surpassing worth of intimacy with Jesus. This sermon will call us to press forward with maturity, not complacency, keeping Christ at the center no matter what comes our way.

Discover the secret to unshakable contentment through Christ, no matter what life throws your way. In this powerful sermon from Philippians 4:10-14, Pastor Brandon shares how to fix your eyes on Jesus, not your circumstances, to find true peace and purpose. Learn how to thrive through life's highs and lows with faith. Subscribe for more inspiring sermons and share this message of hope!

This week, Pastor Brandon unpacks the truth about sexual desires and the way God designed them. He addresses common misconceptions, reminds us that sex is a gift meant for marriage, and shares how accountability and healing can lead to restoration even in relationships impacted by infidelity.

The resurrection of Jesus is a major historical problem, no matter how you look at it. If it never happened, then Christians are fools, but if it did happen, it is the most important event in human history and demands a response. The question then is, did the resurrection actually happen? Join us for Baptism Sunday as Pastor Brandon discusses the evidence that Christ is risen.

The resurrection of Jesus is a major historical problem, no matter how you look at it. If it never happened, then Christians are fools, but if it did happen, it is the most important event in human history and demands a response. The question then is, did the resurrection actually happen? Join us for Baptism Sunday as Pastor Brandon discusses the evidence that Christ is risen.

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Pastor Brandon kicks off a brand new series discussing the theme of 'Beautiful Endings,' emphasizing the importance of faith, obedience, and the journey towards fulfilling God's promises. He explores the dangers of comfort and settling, the impact of anxiety on our lives, and the significance of relationships in our spiritual journey.

In this powerful message, Pastor Brandon unpacks the deeper meaning of Psalm 23, exploring Hebraic idioms such as *“the valley of the shadow of death”* and *“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.”*   Learn the cultural, historical, and theological background behind these phrases, how they point to Christ, and what they mean for us today as believers walking through perilous and dark times. Pastor Brandon also brings real-life application: God's rod and staff guiding us, His promise of vindication, and His covenant hospitality even in the midst of our enemies.   You'll be encouraged to trust the Shepherd's leading, receive His provision, and rest in the hope of vindication through Christ.  

Continuing to look at how the home is the center of spiritual growth, and how our biggest advantage from knowing God better and trusting Him more happens at home, we learn that worship plays a big role in inviting God into our homes. Pastor Brandon teaches us that worship keeps us focused on heavenly things, and how worship isn't just songs and singing, but is rather a heart posture in how we interact with the world. Worship reflects God's glory back on us, and God uses authentic worship to transform us. Through studying the scriptures we see that worship changes the atmosphere of our lives and ultimately it shows us that remembering the goodness of God in worship reconnects us with the goodness of God. - Key Verses // John 15:4, Acts 16:22-26 - For Sermon Notes, the Connect Card, and our other online resources: https://linktr.ee/Celebrationchurchlive

In this powerful message, Pastor Brandon unpacks the deeper meaning of Psalm 23, exploring Hebraic idioms such as *"the valley of the shadow of death"* and *"You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies."* Learn the cultural, historical, and theological background behind these phrases, how they point to Christ, and what they mean for us today as believers walking through perilous and dark times. Pastor Brandon also brings real-life application: God's rod and staff guiding us, His promise of vindication, and His covenant hospitality even in the midst of our enemies. You'll be encouraged to trust the Shepherd's leading, receive His provision, and rest in the hope of vindication through Christ.

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This week Pastor Brandon continues our Break Free series by tackling one of the most destructive strongholds—hidden sin. Through the story of Achan in Joshua 7, we see how sin that is kept secret not only destroys us from the inside out, but also impacts those around us. Hidden sin multiplies, it robs us of peace, and it eventually always comes to light. But the good news is that God has given us a way to break free through confession, repentance, and accountability. Pastor Brandon reminds us that what is uncovered and surrendered to Jesus becomes an opportunity for His grace to be unleashed in our lives. This message is both convicting and full of hope, pointing us to the freedom that only Christ can bring.

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ANNIVERSARY SUNDAY | Press Toward the Mark | Pastor Brandon Watts | Sunday, September 21

In the wake of Charlie Kirk's assassination, how do we respond? The culture is shifting fast, Christians are being targeted, and the pressure to compromise is growing. In this message, Pastor Brandon walks through the biblical principles of making good decisions—especially in times of anger, fear, confusion, and pressure. Learn how Scripture guides us, why seeking counsel matters, and how to avoid the traps of settling for “good” instead of God's best. This lesson reminds us that in every choice, we must align with God's Word, stay faithful under pressure, and live out our calling with courage.

In the wake of Charlie Kirk's assassination, how do we respond? The culture is shifting fast, Christians are being targeted, and the pressure to compromise is growing. In this message, Pastor Brandon walks through the biblical principles of making good decisions—especially in times of anger, fear, confusion, and pressure. Learn how Scripture guides us, why seeking counsel matters, and how to avoid the traps of settling for "good" instead of God's best. This lesson reminds us that in every choice, we must align with God's Word, stay faithful under pressure, and live out our calling with courage.

In this powerful teaching, Pastor Brandon unpacks the principle of **collective guilt** from Nehemiah 13:18 and shows how Israel's failure to keep the Sabbath years led to the Babylonian exile. He explains how patterns of sin can be passed down generationally—and why we must be the ones to break those destructive cycles in our families.  This message also dives into spiritual warfare through the book of Job, revealing Satan's surveillance, schemes, and attempts to rob believers of their influence. Pastor Brandon explores the symbolism of **Behemoth and Leviathan**, connecting them to biblical themes of chaos, pride, and ultimately Satan's opposition to God.  From generational cycles to perseverance through suffering, this teaching is a call for believers to wake up, stand firm, and trust in God's power to overcome darkness.