Beloved Church Sunday Morning

Belong

Sun, 06 Jan 2019 15:00:00 -0500

We all know what it is to yearn to belong. Why do we resonate so much with stories of exile?

Be Known

Sun, 13 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500

Be Loved

Sun, 20 Jan 2019 14:00:00 -0500

To be a church where people can belong and be known, we must be a church where people can be loved. In fact, Jesus said it is by our love for each other that the world will know we follow Him! Here is Pastor Kevin's final message in our opening vision series, "Be Loved".

IMAGE OF GOD

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0500

How do we measure the worth of someone? Jesus told a story of a beat up, left for dead guy and an unsuspecting rescuer that reminds us of the worth and dignity of all who are made in the image of God. Check out Pastor Kevin's sermon, IMAGE OF GOD, here.

THE LENGTH OF ETERNITY

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0500

THE GOD OF CREATION

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0500

ALL POWER

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0500

HIGHLY CONTAGEOUS

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0500

THREE WHOS, ONE WHAT

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0500

MAJESTY THAT LOVES

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500

BORN FOR YOU

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500

The decor, soundtracks, schedules, and even behaviors all around us change this time of year. But what is truly transformative about Christmas? Listen here to Pastor Kevin's Christmas Eve sermon, BORN FOR YOU.

PROPHESIED

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500

As we start the week of Christmas in Advent, we focus on love. The love of God is profoundly evident in the fact that He wants to be with us. Pastor Kevin's sermon, PROPHESIED, can be found here.

SING IT, MARY

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500

Songs are a natural accompaniment to joy. In Pastor Kevin's latest sermon in our Advent series, we are taught that when there is no joy to birth a song, we should look to the birth of joy, Jesus Himself. Listen here to SING IT, MARY.

DON'T FEAR, MARY

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0500

In this week of Advent, we explore peace while examining Mary's response to the news that she would miraculously conceive and give birth to the Son of the Most High. Listen here to Pastor Kevin's message: DON'T FEAR, MARY.

SAINTS & SEEDS

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Paul's closing to the letter reminds us of the reality that our love for each other affects even others. The small church in Philippi didn't know the magnitude of what they were part of. Explore this in the conclusion to our fall series in Pastor Kevin's sermon, SAINTS & SEEDS.

JOYFUL GENEROSITY

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Is there more joy to be found in getting or giving? Paul returns to the theme of partnership, but focuses on the great joy found in generosity in Philippians 4. Listen to JOYFUL GENEROSITY as Pastor Kevin continues our series through Philippians.

IT'S PERSONAL

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Someone saying, "Don't take this personally…" is almost never followed by something that isn't taken personally. As Paul addresses conflict in Philippi between two individuals clearly taking things personally, we are reminded that we must take the gospel personally. Listen to Pastor Kevin's message, IT'S PERSONAL.

STRIVE FOR THE PRIZE

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500

To Strive for the Goal like Paul: We must know Jesus, Love Jesus, and act righteously and share the faith.

LOSS & GAIN

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0400

What is loss in this life? What is gain? Explore how Christ Himself is our greatest gain in Pastor Kevin's message, LOSS & GAIN.

JOYFUL TOGETHER

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Paul concluded Philippians 2 with multiple examples of those living out the call to humbly consider the interests of others above their own. Explore the connection between this and our real lived experience of joy in Pastor Kevin's message, JOYFUL TOGETHER.

SHINING STARS

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0400

In light of our salvation, our lives should change to become the light of the world as Jesus called us, or stars that shine in darkness as Paul said we are to be. Listen to Pastor Kevin's message, SHINING STARS, here.

THE CHRIST HYMN

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Paul continued in Philippians 2 with a call to adopt the attitude of Jesus. This was explored in a beautiful reflection on the incarnation of Jesus and humble obedience that led to His death. Listen to THE CHRIST HYMN now.

IF ANY

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Philippians 2 begins to get at the heart of Paul's aim in writing the letter. In this passage, Pastor Kevin explores the reality of how the vertical affects the horizontal. Listen to "IF ANY" here.

Worthy of the Gospel

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Paul challenges our views on both life and death. Pastor Josh’s sermon, Worthy of the Gospel, explores what it means to live and suffer for Christ.

IN EVERY WAY

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Paul wrote to the Philippians from prison, and he rejoiced in it! Pastor Kevin's sermon, IN EVERY WAY, explores Paul's teaching that there is no loss in living for the advancement of the gospel.

PUT 'ER THERE, PARTNER

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Paul continued his letter by expressing his thankfulness and desire for the Philippians because of their partnership. Explore the power of partnership, particularly with God in His grace, in Pastor Kevin's message, PUT 'ER THERE, PARTNER.

HI, THIS IS...

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Paul opened the letter we know as Philippians with a statement on both his own and the Philippine church's identity. Listen to Pastor Kevin's introductory sermon for our fall series in Philippians– HI, THIS IS...

DISCIPLES ARE LOVED

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -0400

What was God's motive in creating, and what does that tell us about who we are? Listen to Pastor Kevin's message, DISCIPLES ARE LOVED, as we conclude our annual vision series.

DISCIPLES ARE KNOWN

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Be Known. If we are to find true belonging, and be truly loved we must first be truly known - but shame compels us to hide. Pastor Tim shares with us how the gospel of Jesus sets us free from the hold of shame that we might be free to be fully known and fully loved.

DISCIPLES BELONG

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Belonging to the Lord means we belong in His presence and with His people. Pastor Kevin kicked off our annual series revisiting who we are as a church in his message, DISCIPLES BELONG.

THE TEACHER'S CONCLUSION

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -0400

The book of Ecclesiastes ends with a formal conclusion. Pastor Kevin argues that to gain and live by the wisdom of this conclusion, you must actually know God. Explore the end of Ecclesiastes and the conclusion to our summer sermon series in "THE TEACHER'S CONCLUSION."

THE WOES OF OLD AGE

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Explore Ecclesiastes 12's unsettling metaphors of growing old, like dimming sight, fading hearing, and eventual death that illustrate the woes of old age that can not be solved by anything in this world. The only solution to this is salvation in Jesus Christ alone, which will replace the fears of old age with peace for what is to come. Listen to Pastor Scott's message here.

BOLD MOVE

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Life's pains, uncertainties, and injustices can sometimes bring us to a place of paralysis. What is the wise response to these things? Explore Ecclesiastes 11 in Pastor Kevin's message, BOLD MOVE.

A WORKABLE SYSTEM

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0400

What do dead flies and perfume have to do with wisdom and folly? Explore Ecclesiastes 10 in Pastor Kevin's message, A WORKABLE SYSTEM.

LIVE DOGS & DEAD LIONS

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Certainties in life are few, while uncertainties abound. What are you really sure of? Explore the nature of certitude from Ecclesiastes 9 in Pastor Kevin's message, LIVE DOGS & DEAD LIONS.

UNDER THE UNWISE

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0400

How do we live wisely under unwise authority? Explore Ecclesiastes 8 in Pastor Kevin's message, UNDER THE UNWISE.

THE LIMITING FACTOR

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0400

What are your expectations of yourself? What are your expectations of others? Odds are, you struggle a bit with both. Explore what the Teacher of Ecclesiastes has to say about this in Pastor Kevin's sermon, THE LIMITING FACTOR.

ESCAPISM

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0400

What limitations or pains do you want to escape from? Listen here to Pastor Kevin's message from Ecclesiastes 6:1-7:14 examining the Teacher's thoughts on limitations and escapism.

GOD IN HEAVEN, MAN ON EARTH

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Our church planting partner in Kampala, Derrick Sekamalira, walked us through the wisdom given from the teacher in Ecclesiastes 5. Hear from this dear partner in the gospel and his sermon here.

BROKEN LIFE, ETERNAL LIFE

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0400

In the fourth chapter of Ecclesiastes, the Teacher turns his attention to the brokenness of life—oppression, envy, isolation, and the illusion of power. Discover how these harsh realities expose our need for something greater in Pastor Alex's message, “Broken Life, Eternal Life”

A TIME FOR IT

Sun, 25 May 2025 13:00:00 -0400

In the third chapter of Ecclesiastes, the Teacher uses both poetry and prose to further consider life, futility, and meaning. Explore how everything done in time will face the God outside of time in Pastor Kevin's message, A TIME FOR IT.

THE EXPERIMENT

Sun, 18 May 2025 13:00:00 -0400

IN THE END, WHY?

Sun, 11 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Is it okay to ask hard questions and wrestle with life in this faith? Listen to Pastor Kevin's message – IN THE END, WHY? – as we start our summer series through Ecclesiastes.

COMPASSION SUNDAY

Sun, 04 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400

God is compassionate, and we should be too. Explore Jesus' teaching about how to love and serve Him by loving and serving the vulnerable in Pastor Kevin's message, COMPASSION SUNDAY.

THE KING'S MISSION

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Before Jesus ascended with the clouds, He gave us a mission. How are we accomplishing this mission as Beloved Church? Listen in to Pastor Kevin's introduction to our annual presentation of ministry partners and missions opportunities on Mission Sunday: THE KING'S MISSION.

A CRUCIFIED KING

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400

What does the death of Jesus have to do with you? Explore the meaning of Good Friday in Pastor Kevin's message, A CRUCIFIED KING.

Unforsakable

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400

When our identity and our security are threatened it is common to respond with anger and violence. In Pastor Tim's message "Unforsakable", we explore how the crucified and forsaken Savior has secured for us an identity and future hope that cannot be shaken. We also look at how the Holy Spirit uses this truth to set us free to love the very ones who may be seeking our harm.

A GOOD REASON TO CRY

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Failure often feels fatal. What are we to do when we come face to face with our weakness? Pastor Kevin's message, A GOOD REASON TO CRY, explores this question as we continue our journey through Mark's gospel by looking at Peter's denial of Jesus.

A RETURNING KING

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Jesus warned His followers repeatedly in what is known as the Olivet Discourse. What do these warnings come down to? Explore Mark 13 is Pastor Kevin's message, A RETURNING KING.

NOT FAR FROM THE KINGDOM

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Jesus' response to a scribe asking what the greatest command is gives us clarity on what and how we are to do all things. Pastor Kevin's message, NOT FAR FROM THE KINGDOM, explores this response in Mark 12.

PRAYER OR PROFIT

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0400

How did Jesus feel about the marketplace functioning in the temple? Explore His strong feelings and response in Pastor Kevin's message, PRAYER OR PROFIT.

CAMELS, NEEDLES, AND POSSIBILITIES

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0400

What did Jesus say about camels, needles, and getting into the kingdom of heaven in response to a rich young man's question about eternal life? Explore this beautiful passage showcasing Jesus' extravagant grace in Pastor Kevin's message, CAMELS, NEEDLES, AND POSSIBILITIES.

MOUNTAINTOP VIEW

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Mark 9 recounts the day Jesus took a select group of disciples up a mountain where He was transfigured and met with Moses and Elijah. Explore the beauty of what this event tells us about who Jesus is in Pastor Kevin's message, MOUNTAINTOP VIEW.

THE CRUCIFORM LIFE

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0500

What did Jesus say it would be like to follow Him? Explores the questions we all have about life, death, and the point of life and death in Pastor Kevin's message, THE CRUCIFORM LIFE.

EVERYTHING WELL

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0500

The way Jesus healed a deaf man who struggled to speak seems rather odd, but shows us a lot about who Jesus is and what He came to do. Explore this emotional story from Mark 7 in Pastor Kevin's message, EVERYTHING WELL.

ENOUGH FOR YOU TOO

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0500

In Mark 6, we see Jesus perform a miracle in which thousands are fed and fully satisfied. What does this have to do with us an our seeming insatiable appetites for more than just food? Explore who Jesus shows Himself to be in Pastor Kevin's message, ENOUGH FOR YOU TOO.

Power For The Powerless

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Pastor Tim takes us through the story of the demoniac in Mark 5, as he shows us how God’s power rests on those who understand their own powerlessness and who trust in the power and love of King Jesus.

GROW BY

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500

A parable of Jesus is recorded in Mark 4 that speaks to the mysterious growth of the kingdom of God. What is our part in this growth? What is God's part? Explore this in Pastor Kevin's message, GROW BY.

HOUSE SORTING

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Mark 3 highlights growing opposition to Jesus, showing ultimately that there is no neutral response to Jesus. Explore how the identity of Jesus calls us to respond in Pastor Kevin's message, HOUSE SORTING.

AND YOU ARE

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Jesus' association with tax collectors and sinners was questioned. Explore why his response is such good news in Pastor Kevin's message, AND YOU ARE.

ASTONISHED

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Launching our series, ID JESUS, we first ask where we ought to look for determining Jesus' identity. Pastor Kevin's message, ASTONISHED, argues from Mark's opening chapter that we should look directly to Jesus.

WHERE WE PLANT OUR FLAG

Sun, 29 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0500

What exactly are we trying to do? Where do we do it? Why do we do it? Listen to Pastor Kevin's challenge in this stand alone message, WHERE WE PLANT OUR FLAG.

DON'T MISS THIS!

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Isaiah sent out a birth announcement about Jesus 700 years before His birth. What was included? Explore the greatest gift ever in Pastor Kevin's message, DON'T MISS THIS!

WORTH LOVING

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0500

We wonder how worthy we are of being loved. In the midst of this wondering, the One worthy of all shows us how loved we are! Explore the proclamation of John the Baptist in Mark 1 in Pastor Kevin's message, WORTH LOVING.

JOYFUL PREPPERS

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0500

How should we prepare for Christmas as it quickly approaches? Hear Pastor Kevin's encouragement and recommendation on how to not miss the joy of Advent in his sermon, JOYFUL PREPPERS.

A BOLD CLAIM FOR PEACE

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Mark made a bold claim in the very first line of his gospel. It's a claim that once you see and believe it, you cannot help but see in every line that follows. Consider how this claim relates to peace in our second week of Advent through Pastor Kevin's sermon, A BOLD CLAIM FOR PEACE.

Who Wins, Who Cares

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0500

In a culture that praises self-reliance with the ultimate goal of comfort, how do we live a life of humility and rectify that living faithfully doesn't absolve us from earthly suffering? Explore this and more as we conclude 1 Peter 5:6-14 in Pastor Josh's message, WHO WINS? WHO CARES?

AS GOD WOULD HAVE YOU

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Of all the things that come to mind when you think of leadership, does humility make a showing? It should mark the leadership of those entrusted with shepherding Christ's church. Explore Peter's exhortation to the elders and call for humility in Pastor Kevin's message, AS GOD WOULD HAVE YOU.

A NAME TO BE PROUD OF

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0500

THE END IS NEAR

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0500

TO LIVE FOR

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0500

We can often view the same thing in different ways. Peter's letter continues with acknowledging this and calling for believers to view life–and suffering– with the view Jesus has provided. Pastor Kevin's message, TO LIVE FOR, explores the start of 1 Peter 4.

DEFENSIBLE HOPE

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Is our hope worth the cost? When we are faced with doubt and fear, how can we respond? This week, we look at Christ's example and the source of our hope with Pastor Chris. DEFENSIBLE HOPE.

EYES FOR ME

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400

God truly loves us, and if we truly love Him we will love each other and our neighbor. Explore how Peter made this point in his letter and hear Pastor Kevin's appeal for us to step further into loving our Lord, each other, and our neighbor in this week's sermon: EYES FOR ME.

Centered Marriage

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400

The more the Lord is at the center of our marriage, the more beautiful it will be.

SUFFER IN GOOD COMPANY

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400

The world should look at the way we suffer as we do good and wonder, just like we look to the cross and wonder. Explore this call in Pastor Kevin's message about how we follow the example of Christ in SUFFER IN GOOD COMPANY.

WRONG ENEMY

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400

It is easy to think of someone we believe is yielding wrongful authority over us as an enemy. Maybe they are, but Peter calls us to submit to and honor every human authority. Where should we take our fight, then? Explore this command in Pastor Kevin's message, WRONG ENEMY.

GROWING & BUILDING

Sun, 22 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Can someone or something truly change who we are? Explore what beautiful purpose and calling Peter explains we have as believers in the start of 1 Peter 2.

HOPE FULLY SET

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400

IF NECESSARY

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Peter compared trials we face as followers of Jesus to the process of gold being refined by fire. What does this mean? Is it necessary? Explore this next portion of Peter's letter in Pastor Kevin's message, IF NECESSARY.

LIVING AS EXILES

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400

BE ON MISSION

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0400

BE LOVED

Sun, 18 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0400

BE KNOWN

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0400

What did Jesus say to the Samaritan woman at the well that made her run toward everyone she previously tried to hide from? Pastor Kevin's message. BE KNOWN, looks at how the gospel frees us to experience genuine community.

Finding Belonging

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Pastor Tim starts off our Beloved series by looking at the deep loneliness of our culture and how we can find and give the gift of belonging in an age of loneliness. (1 Peter 2:9-12)

HUSBANDS & WIVES

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0400

What does a healthy marriage look like, and what does it take to get there? Explore Paul's address to husbands and wives in his letter to the Ephesians in Pastor Kevin's message, HUSBANDS & WIVES.

BROTHERS & SISTERS

Sun, 21 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0400

How should siblings relate to each other when rivalry seems nearly unavoidable? Explore the beautiful gifts that siblings, both biological and spiritual, are in Pastor Kevin's message, BROTHERS & SISTERS.

& PARENTING

Sun, 14 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Parenting our kids right can feel like a mystery or down right impossible. Of all the things we could focus on, what is it we should remain focused on? Pastor Kevin's message, & PARENTING, unpacks Paul's commands regarding raising our kids as followers of Jesus.

& AUTHORITY

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Children are instructed in Scripture to obey their parents "because this is right." Is it enough to give such reasoning? Why do we balk so much at authority? Explore this equally high calling for both children and parents in Pastor Kevin's message, & AUTHORITY.

ADOPTED IN

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Everyone wants significance, but the struggle for many is we are born into a situation that greatly determines our station in life. But what happens when we are adopted into the family of God? Hear the start of our series, FAMILY DYNAMICS, in Pastor Kevin's message, ADOPTED IN.

FAMILY, FINANCES, AND FAITH

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

We should live our lives with wisdom, not foolishness. This includes our money and time, and where it is spent. Find out about how to be faithful with our financial and time in Pastor Alex's message, FAMILY, FINANCES AND FAITH

PURSUING ME

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

David concluded the 23rd Psalm with a third way in which the Lord is present along with a third personal confession. Explore the conclusion to Psalm 23 in Pastor Kevin's message, PURSUING ME.

PROTECTED

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

How can we walk through the darkest valley without fear? If we remember the Good Shepherd is with us. Listen to Pastor Kevin's message, PROTECTED, as we cover the most famous line of Psalm 23.

RIGHT PATHS

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Where does our Lord, the Good Shepherd, lead us? And why does He lead us there? Explore these questions in Pastor Kevin's message, RIGHT PATHS, as we continue our series through Psalm 23.

GREEN PASTURES & QUIET WATERS

Sun, 26 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Would you describe your life as restful? How can such a thing be possible in the age we live in? Explore how it can be according to the 23rd Psalm in Pastor Kevin's message: GREEN PASTURES, QUIET WATERS.

MY SHEPHERD

Sun, 19 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

It is easy to miss the significance of the David calling the Lord his shepherd. What did he mean by this? Explore the start of the 23rd Psalm in Pastor Kevin's message, INTRODUCING JESUS.

LEGO MY EGO

Sun, 12 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

If our identity is based on anything in this world, it can be lost. Only in having a foundation built on Christ, can we be free from a performance based identity.

TELL THE WORLD

Sun, 05 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Baptism is also a proclamation, an initial step in obedience to the command of our Lord to be a witness to the world. Explore this aspect of our baptism in Pastor Kevin's message, TELL THE WORLD.

IN THE NAME OF

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Why do we baptize believers in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit? Explore the significance of proclaiming the name of our triune God over the waters of our baptism in Pastor Kevin's message, IN THE NAME OF.

UNITED IN LIFE

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Baptism pictures that we are both united with Christ in His death and His life. We no longer live for ourselves, but live for God! Listen to Pastor Kevin's message, UNITED IN LIFE.

UNITED IN DEATH

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

What is baptism? Pastor Kevin's message, UNITED IN DEATH, explores what baptism is as well as how being united with Christ in His death continues to shape who we are as Christians.

Direction Determines Destination

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0500

What does it mean to take up our cross and follow Jesus… and why would anyone want to do that? Join Pastor Tim as we explore Jesus' call to come and die so that we might really live.

BEING DISCIPLES, MAKING DISCIPLES

Sun, 07 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

What does it look like to be a disciple of Jesus that makes disciples? And how do we get there from here? Listen to Pastor Tim's sermon: BEING DISCIPLES, MAKING DISCIPLES

LOOKING FOR JESUS

Sun, 31 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Jesus' resurrection is better news than we could have ever imagined! Listen here to Pastor Kevin's Easter message, LOOKING FOR JESUS.

HIS BLOOD BE ON US

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

The salvation Jesus came to secure for His people required blood to be shed. Why? Explore the need for this is Pastor Kevin's Good Friday message, HIS BLOOD BE ON US.

SHEEP, GOATS, DONKEYS, AND COATS

Sun, 24 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem was marked by stark contrasts. He used parabolic language of sheep and goats in contrast to teach on His return to the city that is still to come as well. Explore how these contrasts bring clarity in Pastor Kevin's message: SHEEP, GOATS, DONKEYS, AND COATS.

WASTED

Sun, 17 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

In our culture of abundance and indulgence, it is not hard to waste things. That includes our very lives. Jesus told two parables meant to help us see and live in light of what matters as He discussed the end of the age. Listen to Pastor Kevin's message, WASTED, to explore these parables.

WEDDING INVITES

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Being underdressed at something as significant as a wedding is no small ordeal. Why did Jesus tell a story about a wedding feast that was avoided by many who were consequently destroyed, but then attended by many, including someone underdressed who was violently removed? Explore the parable of the wedding banquet in Pastor Kevin's message, WEDDING INVITES.

UNEXPECTED RECIPIENTS

Sun, 03 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Sometimes intentional things have unintentional consequences, and sometimes things that may have appeared to have been unintentional actually were. Jesus wanted the Pharisees to understand this as He told them the parable of the wicked tenants. Listen in on Pastor Kevin's message, UNEXPECTED RECIPIENTS.

CHRISTIAN'ISH

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500

How can we tell who the real Christians are? In Jesus' kingdom, our actions should reveal who our authority is. Listen to Pastor Chris' message on Jesus' words to the pharisees.

THE CURRENCY OF THE KINGDOM

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500

What did Jesus mean by saying the first would be last and the last would be first? Pastor Kevin's message, THE CURRENCY OF THE KINGDOM, explores how Jesus taught the meaning of this saying through the parable of the vineyard workers.

WHEN SHOWN, SHOW

Sun, 11 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Jesus taught about mercy and forgiveness through the parable of the unforgiving servant. In this teaching, we learn how we can be people of mercy and forgiveness. Listen to Pastor Kevin's message, WHEN SHOWN, SHOW.

FULL NETS

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Using yet another parable to illustrate what the kingdom of heaven is like, Jesus was quite direct about the reality of hell. Is hell unjust? Is God unjust? Explore what this parable teaches us in Pastor Kevin's message, FULL NETS.

TREASURE SEEKERS

Sun, 28 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Jesus showed us the unparalleled worth of the kingdom of heaven in his parables of the treasure hidden in the field and the pearl of great price. Explore what this treasure is in Pastor Kevin's message, TREASURE SEEKERS.

LEAVEN LEAVENS

Sun, 21 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Jesus used a parable about leaven and flour to illustrate a lot about the kingdom of heaven. Explore the transformative way of the kingdom in Pastor Kevin's message, LEAVEN LEAVENS.

MUSTARD SEEDS

Sun, 14 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Jesus taught about the kingdom of heaven with a parable of a mustard seed. What was his point? Explore how this would have been much more shocking to His audience than we might think in Pastor Kevin's message, MUSTARD SEEDS.

SEED & SOIL

Sun, 07 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Jesus often taught in parables. Why would He do that, and what in the world did He mean by referring to all of us as different grounds for receiving seed? Listen to Pastor Kevin's message, SEED & SOIL.

HAPPY NEW EVERYTHING! THE PRESENT POWER OF FUTURE HOPE

Sun, 31 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0500

HAPPY NEW EVERYTHING! THE PRESENT POWER OF FUTURE HOPE, Romans 8:17-26; Revelation 21:1-5

Love Is Why

Sun, 24 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Why did Jesus come? Advent reminds us we are loved. Celebrate and ponder Christmas in Pastor Kevin's message, LOVE IS WHY.

THE GIVE & TAKE OF JOY

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0500

The arrival of Jesus brought great joy to some, but also great turmoil to others. Consider the different responses of the magi and Herod in Pastor Kevin's message, THE GIVE & TAKE OF JOY.

PEACE BY PEACE

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0500

This week explores the theme of peace as we continue in Advent. How does the coming of the Son of God secure peace for us? Listen here to Pastor Kevin's message, PEACE BY PEACE.

I HOPE SO

Sun, 03 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Advent kicks off with a focus on hope. Is not having hope our greater problem, or is it misplaced hope? Explore why we have a hope that will not fail us in Jesus in Pastor Kevin's message, I HOPE SO.

Beyond Friendliness

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Jesus has called us a to a life of self denial and sacrifice, one that honors others above ourself and is consistently hospitable...only because of the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.

Called Up

Sun, 19 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Reconciliation is at the heart of Paul's letter to Philemon. Reconciliation is at the heart of the gospel – we've been given life. What will we now do with it? Listen in to Pastor Kevin's message, CALLED UP.

Strategic Undoing

Sun, 12 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Why didn't Paul just explicitly call slavery evil? Does the Bible support or justify slavery? Explore Paul's strategy for undoing the evil of the institution in Pastor Kevin's message, STRATEGIC UNDOING.

GOOD VIBES DON'T COVER IT

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Paul wrote the letter we know as Philemon with the aim of reconciliation. This wasn't just a desire for two mutual friends to be reunited, but part of the essential gospel work we are called to. Listen to Pastor Kevin's message, GOOD VIBES DON'T COVER IT.

Consent & Obligation

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Paul wanted Philemon to want to do what was right. In Pastor Kevin's message, CONSENT & OBLIGATION, the connection between our wants, or desires, and decisions is explored.

Utility Versus Personhood

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Paul told Philemon that he was sending back Onesimus, someone useful to both of them. What makes someone useful? Does everyone have real value? What does the gospel have to do with the value of anyone? Explore these questions in Pastor Kevin's message, UTILITY VERSUS PERSONHOOD.

How Should We Pray

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

How do we pray today? What did Jesus say about how we should offer our prayers to God? Pastor Chris' message, The Lord's Prayer, looks at the words of the Savior as he teaches us how to offer prayer to God.

The Basis of Love

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

How effective is changed forced from authority? Is there a better basis to appeal from? Pastor Kevin's message, THE BASIS OF LOVE, explores how Paul sought to have Philemon do what is right.

Ripples Of Refreshing

Sun, 01 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

We affect each other. What effect are you having on others? Explore what Paul shows us about Philemon's effect on other Christians in Pastor Kevin's message, Ripples Of Refreshing.

Participation In The Faith

Sun, 24 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Paul concluded his prayer for Philemon focusing on how there is a connection between our participation in faith and our knowledge of the good in us for the glory of Christ. Consider this passage in Pastor Kevin's message, PARTICIPATION IN THE FAITH.

The Place of Prayer

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400

The start of Paul's prayer in Philemon teaches us a lot about prayer. Pastor Kevin's message, THE PLACE OF PRAYER, explores how prayer comes from a reality to create a reality by God's power.

My Brothers A Keeper

Sun, 10 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400

The gospel shifts our hearts from "I'm not my brother's keeper" to "My brother is a keeper." Explore what the greeting in Philemon teaches us about relating to each other in Pastor Kevin's message this week.

The Prison of Freedom, and the Freedom of Prison

Sun, 03 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400

When our hearts are held captive by the love of Christ we are free to do whatever we want.

Stack the Lineup

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0400

As we look once more at the story of Jesus and Peter walking on water for Connect Sunday, we ask a couple questions: what were the other disciples doing in the boat and why did Peter and Jesus get back in the boat? Pastor Kevin's message explores these questions and challenges us to jump in, pressing into the relational life of the church.

Take The Lead

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Peter was the disciple who took the lead, climbing out of the boat when no one else moved. As followers of Jesus commissioned with the task of discipling others, we are all called to lead at some level. As Peter experienced, leadership comes with risk, but what does the gospel say to that risk that can be paralyzing? Listen in to Pastor Kevin's Child Dedication Day message, TAKE THE LEAD.

Out Of The Boat

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Peter walked on water with Jesus! And then he started sinking. Is walking on water worth the risk of sinking? How do we accept risk in following Jesus? Explore these questions in Pastor Kevin's message, Out Of The Boat.

The Generation Of Joseph - Part 2

Sun, 06 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Joseph's story ends brilliantly with God reversing so much of what appeared to be continual brokenness. Can you believe that God sovereignly uses even evil for good? Explore the conclusion to our summer series in Pastor Kevin's message, The Generation Of Joseph – Part 2

The Generation Of Joseph: Part 1

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0400

We can often relate to the dramatic ups and downs of Joseph's life. It leaves us wondering, is anyone in control? Am I forgotten? Explore what Scripture teaches us in response to these questions in Pastor Kevin's message, The Generation Of Joseph: Part 1

The Generation Of Jacob And Esau

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Jacob's life, like his name foretold, was marked by wrestling. God changed that in an odd wrestling match where Jacob came out limping and beating a new name. Explore this passage in Pastor Kevin's message, The Generation Of Jacob And Esau.

The Generation Of Isaac

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Upon Sarah's death, Abraham sends a servant to find a bride for Isaac. Through this story, we see God's provision to maintain his covenant to Abraham and the people of Israel. We also see a beautiful picture of God's greater plan to choose for himself a bride in the church and prepare her for an ultimate reunification.

The Generation Of Abraham

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0400

God told Abraham to sacrifice his son. Upon acting in faith and brutally processing how painful this would be, God provided a Ram. It was the sacrifice of God's provided lamb that ultimately pleased God, not the sacrifice of what Abraham could bring. It is not what we can bring before the throne; only the sacrifice of Jesus, the Lamb, can impact our standing before the Father. Listen to the story of Abraham in Pastor Scott's message, The Generation Of Abraham.

The Generation of Abram

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0400

God promised a man named Abram that he would produce a nation. This was odd, given that Abram and his wife were unable to have children. But he believed God and was given a fascinating sign of this promise. This promise, from a God who is capable when we are unable, is explored in Pastor Kevin's message, THE GENERATION OF ABRAM.

The Generation of Noah

Sun, 25 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Did God really regret making mankind? Did He really kill countless with a flood? And what's with the rainbow? Explore the story of Noah in Pastor Kevin's message, THE GENERATION OF NOAH.

The Generation Of Adam

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Why do we hide? What was it that happened in the garden so long ago that resulted in so much shame? Explore what God has done about it in Pastor Kevin's message, The Generation Of Adam.

To Gathering

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Our future hope in the coming King empowers us to live out His kingdom in the here and now. There is a present power in our future hope.

To Generosity

Sun, 28 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Fellowship cost the early church dearly, but it was a price they gladly paid! Generosity is a telling mark of someone following Jesus. Explore the Bible's teaching on generosity in Pastor Kevin's message, To Generosity.

To Worship

Sun, 21 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400

The early church was in awe. Are we? What should we be in awe of? Pastor Kevin's message, To Worship, explores these questions.

To Prayer

Sun, 14 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400

The early church devoted themselves to prayer, but we often struggle tremendously with doing so. Why is that? Pastor Kevin's message, To Prayer, explores some of the primary reasons we struggle to pray more and how to persevere in that devotion.

To The Lords Supper

Sun, 07 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400

What do we learn from the early church devoting themselves to the breaking of bread? Explore the need for such a devotion today as a church in Pastor Kevin's message, To The Lords Supper.

To Fellowship

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Christian fellowship is very different than how the world views fellowship. In "koinonia", the Greek word for fellowship, we share in the cross and resurrection of Christ and hold that in common with other believers. Pastor Reggie's message, To Fellowship, dives deeper into the meaning of true, godly fellowship.

To Scripture

Sun, 23 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400

The early church in Acts devoted themselves to the apostles' teachings. What does it look like for us to do the same? What effect will it have on us to do the same? Pastor Kevin's message, To Scripture, explores these questions.

Breakfast On The Beach

Sun, 16 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400

What happens when you fail as a follower of Jesus? How does Jesus respond to our failures, big or small? Pastor Kevin's message, Breakfast On The Beach, explores John's epilogue to his gospel.

The Gardener

Sun, 09 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Jesus rose from the dead, was mistaken for a gardener, and first told His gathered disciples to have peace with them. How are these things related? Pastor Kevin's Easter message, THE GARDENER, explores these fascinating events!

It Is Finished

Sun, 02 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Listen to Pastor Tim's message, It Is Finished. In light of Old Testament history and prophecy, we explore what it means when King Jesus says, "It is finished."

You Asked For It

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0400

As Jesus neared His arrest and crucifixion, He took time to pray. What did He pray for, knowing what was ahead of Him? For His disciples! Pastor Kevin's message, You Asked For It, explores what and why Jesus prayed what He did in John 17:1-19.

Nothing But Fruit

Sun, 19 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Why is it important to abide with Christ? Jesus says we are the brand and He is the vine. Can the branch survive without the vine? What is the fruit that we are to bear as a follower of Christ? See the beautiful command of Jesus to bear fruit in Pastor Alex's message: Nothing But Fruit.

I Do, You Do, We Do

Sun, 12 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0400

What is prayer? And if Jesus taught us to ask in His name, what are we asking for? Explore the nature and practice of prayer in Pastor Kevin's message: I Do, You Do, We Do.

A New Example

Sun, 26 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Jesus gathers with his disciples for the Last Supper. During this celebration, Jesus does the unexpected, washing the feet of his disciples, even those he knows will betray him. Pastor Chris shows the new paradigm that Jesus set for loving service.

Loved To The End

Sun, 19 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0500

What does it mean that Jesus loved them to the end? Pastor Kevin's message, Loved To The End, explores this single verse that holds so much weight for us!

A Fight For Life

Sun, 12 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Jesus had a friend who died. Faced with the death of His friend, He made yet another wildly bold claim and demonstrated His ability. Pastor Kevin's message, A Fight For Life, walks through the amazing story of Lazarus being raised from the dead.

Mud On My Eyes

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Jesus saw a blind man and gave him sight. That man saw so much more than just his surroundings– in faith, he saw who Jesus truly is. Will we? Explore this passage full of contrasts in Pastor Kevin's message, Mud On My Eyes.

Fear, Meet Love

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0500

We can often be crippled and oppressed by fear. The brief words of Jesus when He came calmly walking on the water in the midst of a nighttime storm tell us so much! Consider what Jesus said in Pastor Kevin's message: FEAR, MEET LOVE.

Bread From Heaven

Sun, 22 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Are you satisfied? When you feel satisfied, how long does that feeling last? Explore the sign of Jesus feeding 5,000 in Pastor Kevin's message, BREAD FROM HEAVEN.

The Broken Road to Godward Delight

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0500

A man of high reputation is humbled by his broken life and in his powerlessness he falls at Jesus' feet and there sees the beauty and power of Jesus. A man of no reputation refuses to be humbled by his broken life and in his foolish pride fails to see the power and beauty of Jesus that is undeniably displayed in him. Pastor Tim explores the contrast of these two men in his message, THE BROKEN ROAD TO GODWARD DELIGHT.

By God

Sun, 08 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Not My Wedding

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Relationships with others can be hard, whether it is someone we are supposed to submit to or have authority over. How does the gospel affect the way we relate to different people in different positions? Paul's charge to children, parents, slaves, and masters teaches us a lot. Explore this passage in Ephesians 6 with Pastor Kevin's message, RELATED.

At His Side

Sat, 24 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0500

John's gospel introduces Jesus in an unparalleled manner. As he puts Jesus forward as the glorious and gracious life we so need, what stood out to him? Pastor Kevin's Christmas Eve message, AT HIS SIDE, explores the depth of this passage and its meaning for us this Christmas.

Unending Light

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0500

The introduction of a character sets the stage for so much in how we view that character throughout a story. How does John introduce Jesus in his gospel? Pastor Kevin's message, UNENDING LIGHT, explores the start of John's prologue.

Time to Fight

Sun, 11 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Spiritual warfare is real. How do we stand firm when the enemy attacks? Pastor Kevin's message, TIME TO FIGHT, explores Paul's final portion of his letter known as Ephesians.

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Wedding Pictures

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Why has marriage, or some form of exclusive romantic relationship, been central throughout and across all human history? Marriage is meant to be a picture of the gospel. Pastor Kevin's message, WEDDING PICTURES, explores Paul's charge given to wives and husbands in Ephesians 5:22-33.

Heart Music

Sun, 20 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0500

In light of the gospel, we are called to walk in wisdom. As shown in this passage, walking in wisdom requires a paradoxical letting go of control in order to find self control. Listen to Pastor Kevin's message, HEART MUSIC, to explore this calling.

Wake Up Call

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Hell is just as real as God's wrath is. And God's wrath is just as real as His love. In fact, it is the very good and proper result of it. Listen to Pastor Kevin's message, WAKE UP CALL, as we explore Ephesians 5:6-14 in continuing our sermon series through Ephesians.

Odd People

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Paul's letter to the Ephesians called for God's people to be different, standing out in this world. We are to be holy, an unusual people showing an unusual glory and love. Pastor Kevin's message, ODD PEOPLE, explores this call to walk in holiness and love like the God who has made us new.

Isn't She Lovely?

Sun, 30 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Being an active part of the church is not just important. It is vital! Each part (person) is needed and beautifully comes together with gifts God has given for the growth of the whole. Pastor Kevin's message, ISN'T SHE LOVELY?, explores how Paul makes this call for unity and maturity in the church in Ephesians 4:1-16.

Know Unknowable Love

Sun, 23 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Some things are meant to be experienced, not just understood. Some things can even be known, but be something that goes beyond knowledge. That is how the love of God is described as Paul prayed for the Ephesians. Pastor Kevin's message, KNOW UNKNOWABLE LOVE, explores this text from Ephesians 3:14-21.

Aim Your Exalting

Sun, 16 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Paul, like all of us, had a tendency to digress. Moments of digression tell us a lot about who we are. Pastor Kevin's message, AIM YOUR EXALTING, explores how Paul's digression at this point in Ephesians helps us reorient our hearts and lives as Christians.

One New Man

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0400

There are so many things that divide so many of us, but the gospel inherently involves bringing us together. Pastor Kevin's message, ONE NEW MAN, explores how and why Jesus brought us together.

Unnatural Death & Supernatural Life

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0400

When we consider that we were spiritually dead in our sin, we can see the magnitude of God's mercy and grace in how He provided life for us. Salvation is entirely a gift from God. Pastor Kevin's message, UNNATURAL DEATH & SUPERNATURAL LIFE, explores this famous passage in which we see how God brought us from death to life in Christ.

Incredibly Deep Love

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0400

An encounter with God’s love is complex, intense, and deep. It creates a longing for more and a hope for what is to come. We should be praying that God illuminates areas of our heart to experience Him in what it means to be saved now and forevermore.

ID Me

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0400

We stumble and struggle, encountering brokenness in and around us over and over. Where do we look for answers in even understanding who we are in the midst of it all? Pastor Kevin's message, ID ME, explores what our salvation's accomplishment by the Triune God says about who we are.

Grace + Peace

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Connect Sunday

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Essential to being the church is being together. On Connect Sunday, we want to see the beauty of what Jesus is building as He fulfills His promise to build His church.

Be Loved Together

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0400

How can we be a community of believers that know with confidence that we belong and can be known? How can we be that kind of a community to the point where we can confidently invite others into it? What will make that community compelling to others? Explore answers to these questions in Pastor Kevin's message, BE LOVED TOGETHER.

Be Known Together

Sun, 21 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0400

From the garden of Eden, we have run in fear and shame to hide our true selves from God and from each other. Understanding the preemptive love of God for us empowers us to live in community, loving intimately and being known.

Belong Together

Sun, 14 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0400

We all know the tension of being an outsider, outcast, or exile. The beautiful invitation of the gospel is to belong! Pastor Kevin's message, BELONG TOGETHER, explores how God has gloriously made us into a new people as His church.

God of Reversals

Sun, 07 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0400

The climax of the book of Esther is full of splendidly ironic reversals. The fullness of these moments flood the seeming absence of God's mention in such a way that we cannot ignore the ever present divine providence of the Lord. It's fun to read, but can you live in it? Pastor Kevin's message, GOD OF REVERSALS, explores how we can live through any circumstance with the hope of God's real presence and providence as revealed in the gospel.

Recognizing Your Purpose

Sun, 31 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Esther and Mordecai are faced with impossible decisions. Facing genocide of the Jewish people, Esther must go before the king, risking her own life. Pastor Chris' message, "RECOGNIZING YOUR PURPOSE" causes us to seek and ask two important questions. Who should we look to as our model for giving ourselves for others? For such a time as this, how should we live?

Never Fold

Sun, 24 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Esther 2 & 3 really show us the sin and depravity of our human nature. God teaches us and reminds us of how quickly false idols trick us into thinking we could ever truly be satisfied, but leave us in ruins. Pastor Reggie's message "NEVER FOLD", reminds us to turn to Christ alone, in hardship, uncertainty and chaos. We have a way out! It is the gift of God, through his son Jesus, our ultimate redemption.

Queen of the Pageant

Sun, 17 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0400

The book of Esther is rather interesting as part of the Bible. There's not a single mention of God in it, and it is full of awful things like abuse of power, drunkenness, and more. Listen to Pastor Kevin's message, QUEEN OF THE PAGEANT, to hear about how just as we see Esther's beauty winning her the crown in this book, the beauty of God's sovereign providence is displayed in such a way as to win our hearts.

The Interchange of Life

Sun, 10 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Hannah followed through on her vow to the Lord, receiving life and giving life back. In Pastor Kevin's message, THE INTERCHANGE OF LIFE, we explore how the gospel calls us to the same paradigm.

Posture and Position

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0400

From the depth of her aching heart, Hannah cried out to the Lord. Where do your prayers come from? How does Hannah teach us we ought to pray? Pastor Kevin's message, POSTURE AND POSITION, explored what we learn about how God loves to provide in response to prayer.

Little Me & Big God

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0400

God is big, but does He only care about the "big" things that happen in the world He created? The story of Ruth shows us the incredible providence of God active at every level. Pastor Kevin's message, LITTLE ME & BIG GOD, explored the reality of how God is not only willing, but also able to provide what He has promised.

First Impressions

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0400

At first glance Ruth 2 & 3 seems to good to be true or just coincidence. But God is working in the seen and unseen areas of our lives, to bring about the ultimate redemptive plan. Pastor Reggie points us to the gospel that God, our creator has a purpose and a plan for every season of our lives and it is to point us back to Him and His perfect providence.

GOD'S NOT RUTHLESS

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0400

The situation was awful in the first chapter of Ruth. The chapter ended without resolution, but profound trust and commitment can be found. In his message, GOD'S NOT RUTHLESS, Pastor Kevin shared some practical things we can do in the painful waiting while we don't know what is going on.

DEBBIE'S NOT A DOWNER

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Deborah's story teaches us what it looks like to trust in God's faithful provision. From dangerous chariots to dangerous tent pegs, Pastor Kevin walked us through this wild story in his message, DEBBIE'S NOT A DOWNER.

Partial Hearts

Sun, 29 May 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Does God want 10% of my paycheck? Is that before or after taxes? Does He really want us to test Him and promise us that He will bless us beyond measure if we give a tithe? Concluding our series through Malachi, Pastor Kevin walked us through questions like these and more in his message, PARTIAL HEARTS.

Faithful Relationships

Sun, 22 May 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Malachi addressed the way Israel was dishonoring the covenant of marriage. What do we learn from this? Pastor Chris showed us how connected marriage is to the gospel in his message, FAITHFUL RELATIONSHIPS.

Priests Being Priests

Sun, 15 May 2022 10:00:00 -0400

We can sometimes engage in "acts of worship" but not actually be worshipping. What actually is worship? As we continue our series through Malachi, Pastor Kevin explored God's message to the priests about true worship in his message, PRIESTS BEING PRIESTS.

We Really Are Loved

Sun, 08 May 2022 10:00:00 -0400

The book of Malachi began with a claim to be defended throughout its entirety: God loves His people. Do you, like ancient Israel, have moments where you question this claim? Pastor Kevin walked us through the beginning of this book and its initial response for those questioning this claim in his message, WE REALLY ARE LOVED.

True Treasure

Sun, 01 May 2022 10:00:00 -0400

What do you treasure most? What do your daily decisions say you treasure? How does money help show us this? Visit our YouTube channel or podcasts to explore these questions in Alex Bangle's message, TRUE TREASURE.

Missions Sunday 2022

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0400

For Missions Sunday, our church planter, Derrick Sekamalira, wrapped up our series through Luke's gospel. Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Derrick's message!

Empty tomb / Filled heart

Sun, 17 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Luke wrote his gospel with the aim of providing certainty. What certainty does Jesus' empty tomb give us? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, EMPTY TOMB / FILLED HEART.

Save Himself or Save Others

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0400

The crucifixion account includes three taunts at the dying Savior. How did Jesus respond, and what does that tell us about the nature and intent of His death? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, SAVE HIMSELF OR SAVE OTHERS.

Crying Rocks or Crying Jesus

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Clothes were thrown down to make a saddle and roadway for the King as praises were raised in joyous celebration, yet tears fell from the King's face that day. Why did Jesus cry on the day He was most publicly praised? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, CRYING ROCKS OR CRYING JESUS.

Don't Worry, Just Be Ready

Sun, 27 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Are you worried? Anxious? Jesus told us not to be, but how can we not? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, DON'T WORRY, JUST BE READY.

Pray LIKE JESUS

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Does prayer work? Is there a particular way I am supposed to pray? Am I doing something wrong? Is there a reason I should keep praying, or even start? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, PRAY LIKE JESUS.

Who Do you Say He Is?

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0400

When the disciples caught on that Jesus was the Messiah, how did Jesus respond? He called them to something beautiful! Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Chris' message, Who Do You Say He Is?

Unusual Love

Sun, 06 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Not only are we supposed to love our neighbors as ourselves, but we are even supposed to love our enemies! How in the world can we possibly do that? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, UNUSUAL LOVE.

Blessings & Woes

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 10:00:00 -0500

What does it look like to follow Jesus? Obey His teachings. In His teachings, He gave some a promised blessing and others a warning. Where do you land in that? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, BLESSINGS & WOES.

Fishing Lessons From A Carpenter

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Jesus is a better fish finder than you. He found you, right? And then He invited you to follow Him, finding others. For Child Dedication Sunday, visit our YouTube Channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, FISHING LESSONS FROM A CARPENTER.

Sinking Ships or Swine

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Between a nearly sunken boat and some drowned pigs we can see what it means that Jesus is truly Lord. We then must ask the question, is He actually my Lord? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, SINKING SHIPS OR SWINE.

Spiritual Blindness

Sun, 06 Feb 2022 10:00:00 -0500

So can we see Jesus for who he really is? Can we share with the world who Jesus really is? Jesus didn't come to give us what we deserve, but to show us mercy. Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Reggie's message, SPIRITUAL BLIND.

Untied Knots

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 10:00:00 -0500

In this life, we often find ourselves bound by things we want to be freed from. Like the woman bound by Satan for 18 years you need to know: Jesus can free you. Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, UNTIED KNOTS.

Plenty & Poverty

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Cliff Hurling

Sun, 16 Jan 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Jesus' home town tried to hurl Him off a cliff! Why? Because we often don't realize what we truly want or need in making demands and requests of God. Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, CLIFF HURLING.

Jesus In The Wild

Sun, 09 Jan 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Why did the Spirit lead Jesus out into the wilderness to be tempted? Do you know what was truly at stake there? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, JESUS IN THE WILD.

Pointing Fingers

Sun, 02 Jan 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Can we live fearlessly, by pointing people with certainty of the gospel to Christ? We exist to point people to Christ. Reggie's message "POINTING FINGERS".

Oh Boy Jesus

Sun, 26 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0500

Luke gave us two additional recorded stories of Jesus' childhood after His birth. Why did he do so? What do these stories show us about who Jesus is or who we are? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, OH BOY JESUS.

This Means War

Sun, 19 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0500

To understand Christmas, we have to see much more than the birth of a baby at night in a town far from home. Ultimately, we have to see why this baby was born– for you! Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's Christmas message, THIS MEANS WAR.

Angelic Mic Drop

Sun, 12 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0500

The Christmas story picks up with an angel who brought news to two different parents who responded in markedly different ways. In fact, we all have to respond to news. How we respond is critical! Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, ANGELIC MIC DROPS.

Know and Go

Sun, 05 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0500

How reasonable is the Christian faith? Is the gospel something we can know with certainty? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, KNOW AND GO.

It's Personal

Sun, 28 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0500

Paul concluded his letter to the Galatians in a deeply personal way. With one more recap of what he wanted them to know and remember, he showed that because of the gospel, you're free! Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, IT'S PERSONAL.

You Know To Know Them

Sun, 21 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0500

The gospel shifts us from our inward bend to rightly see God at the center of everything. In doing so, we also see others in a new way. Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, KNOW YOU TO KNOW THEM.

Warring Desires

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0500

We have competing desires within us. What determines which desire wins out in the end? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, WARRING DESIRES.

A Different Kind of Love

Sun, 07 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0500

The world claims to be about "love" but the bible gives us a different view of love. A love that sacrifices for others. But how do we love in this way? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Alex's message, A DIFFERENT KIND OF LOVE.

Paul Gets Extra

Sun, 31 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Sometimes people want to lead us astray. Sometimes people want to stand in our way. Sometimes we even lead ourselves astray. How do we stay the course? How do we respond to those opposing us? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, PAUL GETS EXTRA.

For Freedom

Sun, 24 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Child Of The Free Woman

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Abraham had two sons, one born to slavery and one to freedom. We also find ourselves as one of these two. Christian, remember your freedom as children of the promise! Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, CHILD OF THE FREE WOMAN.

Gift-Wrapped Eyeballs

Sun, 10 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0400

From Slaves to Sons

Sun, 03 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0400

In Christ, we are no longer slaves, but adopted sons of God. This is something we should both understand and experience. How? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, FROM SLAVES TO SONS.

This Is Bad

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0400

What place does the law have in the Christian's life? What purpose did it ever serve? Paul wanted the Galatians to know and we should too. Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, THIS IS BAD.

The Tree Curse

Sun, 19 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0400

We rarely define our life as in neutral, but rather one of blessing or curse. But what if the perceived blessing is a curse? Or the seeming curse is a blessing? What does the path of blessing look like? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, THE TREE CURSE.

Break The Spell

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0400

It's easy to lose our minds over things that catch our attention with spell-like influence, but the power of the gospel is so much greater when we behold it! Keep your eyes on it, because it is the gospel that saves us and also grows us. Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, BREAK THE SPELL.

Starting Point

Sun, 05 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0400

What we do with our lives does matter, but only as a response to the gift, the grace, and the love shown to us.

To His Face

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Confrontation is necessary, but dangerous. The question must be asked, what is the aim in the confrontation? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, TO HIS FACE.

The Hand of Fellowship

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0400

We are innately social creatures, and who we find ourselves around has a huge impact on who we are and what we do. But it is not just the people that shape each other. There is always something driving people to shape each other as such. What is at the center of your community? Beloved, let it always be the gospel. Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, THE HAND OF FELLOWSHIP.

My Story For His

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0400

When there's a lot at stake, we want to know what we can rely on. Consider the gospel. There's so much at stake! Is it reliable? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, MY STORY FOR HIS.

Whiplash

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0400

If you change the gospel, you've lost the gospel. There is no room for additions, subtractions, or distortions. But you better believe there will be attempts to do so! Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, WHIPLASH.

Not From Or By Man

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Paul identified himself and his target audience as he penned the first words of his letter we know as Galatians. But there is so much more there. In fact, the way in which we find our personal and collective identity is put forward! Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, NOT FROM OR BY MAN.

See and Say

Sun, 25 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0400

What was the difference in having a seat at the table with King Saul or King David? In this we find what is absolutely essential to hospitality. Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, SEE AND SAY.

Two Lefts Don't Make A Right

Sun, 18 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0400

David made a poor decision and was then given three options to accept as consequence. His answer and subsequent actions show us a lot about what it means to take ownership of what we ought and trust in God's mercy. Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Reggie's message, TWO LEFTS DON'T MAKE A RIGHT.

Betrayal

Sun, 11 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Betrayal is a deep pain we all know. How did David respond to betrayal? And Jesus? Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, BETRAYAL.

Restoring Joy

Sun, 04 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0400

You ever have a time when you did something wrong, and you just really made a mess trying to fix it? Likewise, how do we find restoration after our sin, often our own efforts make it worse, as we will see in our passage today, but we will also see how we find true Joy restored to us, the Joy of our Salvation. Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Alex's message, RESTORING JOY.

Choose Your Weapon

Sun, 20 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0400

As Saul sought to kill David, he found himself in a place of completely defenseless vulnerability before David. What did David do in that moment? He showed us the weapon of choice if we truly want peace. Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, CHOOSE YOUR WEAPON.

The Art of Apologizing

Sun, 13 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Jonathan had to break some news to David. In doing so, he showed us a lot about being a peacemaker. Visit our YouTube channel or podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, THE ART OF APOLOGIZING.

Com'on Champ

Sun, 06 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Personal Agenda

Sun, 30 May 2021 10:00:00 -0400

You won't find peace living for your own story. The relationship between David and Saul took a dramatic turn from the relationship between David and Jonathan. Why was that? Visit our YouTube channel or Podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, PERSONAL AGENDA.

Let's Be Friends

Sun, 23 May 2021 10:00:00 -0400

As we see in 1 Samuel, Jonathan and David's relationship is actually a beautiful picture of the gospel, which teaches us a lot about being and having great friends. Visit our YouTube channel or Podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, LET'S BE FRIENDS.

While We Wait

Sun, 16 May 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Are you currently waiting for something? Is your position – your job, your relationship with whomever, etc. – bringing you peace while you wait? Visit our YouTube channel or Podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, WHILE WE WAIT.

I See You

Sun, 09 May 2021 10:00:00 -0400

We are quick to size each other up, but we want others to see us beyond our appearance or first impression. How can we do that for each other? Visit our YouTube channel or Podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, I SEE YOU.

Who We Answer To

Sun, 02 May 2021 10:00:00 -0400

In a culture that loves to rage, what is standing in the way of peace and hospitality? Visit our YouTube channel or Podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, WHO WE ANSWER TO, kicking off our summer series.

I Want To Be Safe

Sun, 25 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -0400

We have been made safe and brought into the family of God. In light of that, we now get to extend this grace to others who are vulnerable. Visit our YouTube channel or Podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, I WANT TO BE SAFE, and introduction to a new ministry partnership we are entering.

Church Planting Sunday

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Tell'em

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -0400

We've watched how people responded to encountering Jesus throughout Mark's gospel. Now, how will you respond? Visit our YouTube channel or Podcast to hear Pastor Kevin's message, TELL'EM.

Invincible

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -0400

What does the empty tomb mean? It means He has won and nothing can stand against Him or His! Here is Pastor Kevin's Easter message, INVINCIBLE.

Place Of The Skull

Sun, 28 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Why do we still hide things in shame? Christian, your sin was nailed to the cross. Leave it there. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, PLACE OF THE SKULL.

Choose A Son

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Choosing can be difficult. Pilate presented a choice for the crowd in Jerusalem to make, asking them if they wanted Barabbas or Jesus to be released. They had to choose, and so do you. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, CHOOSE A SON.

THE LORD'S SUPPER

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Why did Jesus institute the Lord's Supper? What meaning and value is found in it for us? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, THE LORD'S SUPPER.

Shallow Pockets, Deep Hearts

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -0500

When it comes to money, people are generally either spenders or savers. But Jesus calls us to a different way, and it's so much better! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, SHALLOW POCKETS, DEEP HEARTS.

The Blind Loudmouth

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 10:00:00 -0500

A blind guy's yelling revealed a lot about how we see Jesus. In this, we can diagnose what contributes so much to our own spiritual blindness. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, THE BLIND LOUDMOUTH.

The Easy Part

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 10:00:00 -0500

What must we do to enter the kingdom of heaven, and how good do we need to be to earn God's love? Here is Pastor Josh's message, THE EASY PART.

Childish

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 10:00:00 -0500

Does it feel better to tear someone or something down, or to build yourself up? Or is there a different way Jesus is calling us into that's actually better? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, CHILDISH.

Who Let The Dogs Out

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 10:00:00 -0500

Did Jesus really just call that lady a dog? Explore this seemingly strange encounter with Jesus in Pastor Kevin's message, WHO LET THE DOGS OUT.

Family of Faith

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 10:00:00 -0500

Jesus emphatically showed us the importance of faith. It is faith that makes us sons and daughters of God. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, FAMILY OF FAITH.

Nap Time

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 10:00:00 -0500

Fear can keep us awake for a long time, but what happens if we fear the one who is asleep through the storm? It changes everything. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, NAP TIME:

Rappelling Paralytic

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 10:00:00 -0500

Can Jesus forgive sin? Is He really God? So many questions are raised as a lame man is lowered through a roof. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, RAPPELLING PARALYTIC.

That's Touching

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 10:00:00 -0500

A Vision For 2021

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 10:00:00 -0500

Who has the authority to heal? The One who is our Joy, and out of the overflow of that joy we carry out this mission! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, A VISION FOR 2021:

Success as Defined by Grace

Sun, 13 Dec 2020 10:00:00 -0500

What is your joy tethered to? More than likely it is some form of success. But what does success actually look like? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, SUCCESS AS DEFINED BY GRACE:

Restless

Sun, 06 Dec 2020 10:00:00 -0500

Would you say your life is more marked as restful or restless? As we jump further into this busy season, let's explore the Christian discipline of sabbath. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, RESTLESS:

SINNERS NEED A SAVIOR

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0500

Every religion and philosophical systems aims at somehow understanding and addressing brokenness. Explore how Jesus' parable of a religious leader and a treasonous fraud displays the way in which brokenness – namely, sin – is truly to be addressed. Check out SINNERS NEED A SAVIOR here.

So What? So That

Sun, 29 Nov 2020 10:00:00 -0500

Who do you listen to? Who can speak into your life? What we believe matters. Here is Pastor Josh's message, SO WHAT? SO THAT.

God's Breath

Sun, 22 Nov 2020 10:00:00 -0500

Can we actually trust the Bible? If so, what does that mean for my life? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, GOD'S BREATH:

Re-Re-Rejected

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 10:00:00 -0500

What do we do with a divisive person? The biblical response is quite firm, but full of grace. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, RE-RE-REJECTED.

Distracted

Sun, 08 Nov 2020 10:00:00 -0500

Distractions come our way constantly. They often take us captive, stealing our attention, time, and energy we know should be utilized otherwise. How can we stay focused on what matters as followers of Jesus? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, DISTRACTED:

The Greater Work

Sun, 01 Nov 2020 10:00:00 -0500

How am I saved? How do I know if I'm saved? Saved for what? We cannot save ourselves, God's Grace is underserved but this amazing truth enables us to trust in God's ability to save us and keep us until the end so we may live in Grace and Good Works! Here is Pastor Alex's message, GRACE EMPOWERS:

Focus

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 10:00:00 -0400

What should we do with guilt as followers of Jesus? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, FOCUS:

Mic Check

Sun, 18 Oct 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Some people are easy to disregard. Others, not so much. How can we not be disregarded? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, MIC CHECK:

Why Me?

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 10:00:00 -0400

We will not be very effective in leading others to follow Christ if we do not follow Him ourselves. Oddly enough, following often just looks like sitting – sitting at the feet of Jesus. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, WHY ME?:

Get Dressed

Sun, 04 Oct 2020 10:00:00 -0400

How do we "adorn the teaching of God"? How can we navigate the reality that the way we live our lives is a reflection of what we believe to be true? Listen to Pastor Kevin's message, GET DRESSED, here:

What is Your Message?

Sun, 27 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0400

What is the message that you live out each and everyday? What does it reveal about your day to day walk. Here is Pastor Reggie's message, WHAT IS YOUR MESSAGE?

A Family Under Control

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0400

How much self-control do you have? You'd probably love to think things were under control – your job, your finances, your romantic life, your emotions, your family... Here is Pastor Kevin's message, A FAMILY UNDER CONTROL:

Volume Control

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Titus 1:10-16 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Entrusted: A Study of Titus | How does the church find protection from false beliefs and those that seek to harm it? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, VOLUME CONTROL:

Hold It

Sun, 06 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Titus 1:6-9 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Entrusted: A Study of Titus | How do we know if a leader is worth following? How can we know where they are leading us? Should I listen to my pastor? Should he even be my pastor? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, HOLD IT:

State Your Intentions

Sun, 30 Aug 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Titus 1:5 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Entrusted: A Study of Titus | Paul disclosed to Titus why he left him on Crete. That disclosure shows us something as well – it's no accident that you are where you are. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, STATE YOUR INTENTIONS...:

The Peter Parker Principle

Sun, 23 Aug 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Titus 1:3-4 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Entrusted: A Study of Titus | What are we responsible for as followers of Jesus? We've been entrusted with something wonderful! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, THE PETER PARKER PRINCIPLE:

This Is Me

Sun, 16 Aug 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Titus 1:1-2 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Entrusted: A Study of Titus | How do you make sense of who you are? Paul's introduction of himself in his letter to Titus shows us to think of ourselves in three ways: in light of God, in light of us, and in light of the story. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, THIS IS ME:

Cool Story, Bro

Sun, 09 Aug 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Luke 15:11-32 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Jonah | Jonah's story ends with quite the cliffhanger in the form of a question. Jesus continued this line of questioning with a story of two brothers. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, COOL STORY, BRO:

Pity Party

Sun, 02 Aug 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Jonah 4:4-11 | Speaker: Alex Bangle | Series: Jonah | Like Jonah we often find ourselves having selfish desires that do not line up with God's mercy and forgiveness. We must see God's grace toward us and realize His grace is for all. Here is Pastor Alex's message, PITY PARTY:

When Grace Hits

Sun, 26 Jul 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Jonah 4:1-4 | Speaker: Reggie Mangal | Series: Jonah | Jonah didn't like the way God was writing the story. If we are honest, we often find ourselves in the same place. But grace makes God's story so glorious! Here is Pastor Reggie's message,

The Choicest Choice

Sun, 19 Jul 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Jonah 3:1-10 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Jonah | Our decisions have consequences. The interchange of Nineveh, Jonah, and God becomes personal to us when we see how decisions are made and what happens as a result. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, THE CHOICEST CHOICE:

From Deep Down

Sun, 12 Jul 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Jonah 1:17-2:10 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Jonah | Jesus said the sign of the prophet Jonah would be given to those listening to Him. What does that sign tell us? It is proof for us too – salvation belongs to the Lord. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, FROM DEEP DOWN:

Grace to Give

Sun, 05 Jul 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Jonah 1:11-17 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Jonah | Don't be a dragon. We can totally miss the point of what we've been given in grace. But God, in grace, wants us to see it! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, GRACE TO GIVE:

Name It or Blame It

Sun, 28 Jun 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Jonah 1:7-10 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Jonah | Like on the storm-tossed ship Jonah was aboard, we often want to know why something is happening and who to blame. It's in this that we see our real sense of identity. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, NAME IT OR BLAME IT:

So Sleepy

Sun, 21 Jun 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Jonah 1:4-6, Mark 4:35-41 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Jonah | Jonah ran away from God in sin and found himself waking up in a storm. What was the point of the storm? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, SO SLEEPY:

Wrong Way

Sun, 14 Jun 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Jonah 1:3 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Jonah | In our brokenness and failure, we tend to run the wrong way, running away from God. Grace teaches us to run to God instead! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, WRONG WAY:

Fear Fuel

Sun, 07 Jun 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Jonah 1:1-3a | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Jonah | What does a racist and rebellious prophet intimately acquainted with the digestive tract of a giant fish teach us? Fear fuels hate, and we have no reason to fear. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, FEAR FUEL:

A Guide for Desire

Sun, 31 May 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Ecclesiastes 1:1-8; 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Wisdom: The Gift of Guidance | We are led by our desires, but we need a guide for our desires. What wisdom does Scripture give us when it comes to our desires? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, A GUIDE FOR DESIRE:

A Guide for Communication

Sun, 24 May 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Proverbs 18:21, James 3:1-12 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Wisdom: The Gift of Guidance | What we say can have an incredible impact, and we need God's wisdom as a guide for communication if we want that impact to be positive. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, A GUIDE FOR COMMUNICATION:

A Guide for Relationships

Sun, 17 May 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Proverbs 3:27-35 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Wisdom: The Gift of Guidance | Relationships are hard and COVID-19 has had a pretty big impact on relationships, for the better or worse. What wisdom did God give in us His word of navigating relationships? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, A GUIDE FOR RELATIONSHIP:

A Guide for Grief

Sun, 10 May 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Ecclesiastes 7:1-4, Matthew 26:36-46 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Wisdom: The Gift of Guidance | In a broken world, grief and loss are inevitable. But there can be joy in the midst of sorrow. Jesus beautifully demonstrated wisdom in His own grief. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, A GUIDE FOR GRIEF:

A Guide for Decisions

Sun, 03 May 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Proverbs 4:20-27, Luke 12:13-21 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Wisdom: The Gift of Guidance | Scripture gives us many, many practical and direct instructions on how to make wise decisions. But how do we persevere in wise decision-making when we grow tired or overwhelmed? Wisdom provides a filter for just that! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, A GUIDE FOR DECISIONS:

A Guide for Life

Sun, 26 Apr 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Proverbs 1:1-7, Proverbs 1:20-33 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Wisdom: The Gift of Guidance | With so many decisions to be made, challenges to be overcome, shifts in relationships and more, what is the wise thing to do? Here is Pastor Kevin's message starting our new series through some of Scripture's wisdom literature, A GUIDE FOR LIFE:

Contagious

Sun, 19 Apr 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Matthew 28:16-20 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | Final words are important. They can convict, give comfort, bring great clarity, and more. Jesus' final words before ascending back to heaven certainly did. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, CONTAGIOUS:

More Than We Believed

Sun, 12 Apr 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Matthew 28:1-10 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | The promise of Easter goes beyond just the the empty grave of our Lord, and even our own. It is the guarantee of eternal happiness, satisfaction, and fellowship in the glory that is being eternally with God Himself! Here is Pastor Kevin's Easter message, MORE THAN WE BELIEVED:

The Crash of the Collapse

Sun, 05 Apr 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Matthew 7:24-29 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | The storm is raging. Rain is falling, the river is rising, and the wind is pounding. Our foundations are likely more visible than ever in these days. Will yours hold, or will the house come down in a great crash? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, THE CRASH OF THE COLLAPSE:

Are You In?

Sun, 29 Mar 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Matthew 7:7-23 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | Jesus began wrapping up His sermon on the mount with a series of tensions that beg the question: "Who belongs here?" Here is Pastor Kevin's message, ARE YOU IN?:

Pearls and Pig Jukes

Sun, 22 Mar 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Matthew 7:1-6 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | You can't judge me! Or can you? Pastor Kevin continued Jesus' teaching on how our perspective changes in the kingdom of God with the message, PEARLS & PIG JUKES:

Don't Trust the Flowers

Sun, 15 Mar 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Matthew 6:25-34 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | Roses are red, and violets are blue. Tulips can rob you, and anxiety can too. What did Jesus have to say about worry and anxiety? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, DON'T TRUST THE FLOWERS:

Flashlight, Meet Eyeball

Sun, 08 Mar 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Matthew 6:19-24 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | Our trajectory is determined by what we see and treasure, so Jesus confronted us with a series of decisions we must make that are decided by our perspective. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, FLASHLIGHT, MEET EYEBALL:

The Art of No

Sun, 01 Mar 2020 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Matthew 6:16-18 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | Does Jesus really expect us to engage in fasting? Yes! And it is actually far more helpful in our culture than you may think. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, THE ART OF NO:

When You Pray

Sun, 23 Feb 2020 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Matthew 6:5-15 | Speaker: Michael Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | As Jesus continued to press into what authenticity in His kingdom looks like, He taught us how to pray. Here is the message from Michael Franklin, WHEN YOU PRAY:

Credit Score

Sun, 16 Feb 2020 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Matthew 6:1-4 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | Having called us to increasing holiness, Jesus expects His followers to engage in religious acts like giving. But this comes with a warning – our heart in these actions leads to two very different kinds of rewards. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, CREDIT SCORE:

Highest House Rules

Sun, 09 Feb 2020 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Matthew 5:38-48 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | Jesus called us to be so counter culture in His kingdom that we would give up our personal rights and go so far as to genuinely love our enemies. To cap it all off, He then said we should be perfect like God. How? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, HIGHEST HOUSE RULES:

Broken Pinky Promise

Sun, 02 Feb 2020 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Matthew 5:33-37 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | Jesus calls us to such integrity that oaths become superfluous. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, BROKEN PINKY PROMISES:

Play, Pause, Stop

Sun, 26 Jan 2020 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Matthew 5:27-32 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | "What was Jesus' view of sexuality? What should be our view of sexuality as we follow Him in His kingdom? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, PLAY, PAUSE, STOP:"

A Killer at Heart

Sun, 19 Jan 2020 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Matthew 5:21-26 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | We often try to separate out things that are not necessarily as distinct as we would like to think they are. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, A KILLER AT HEART:

Of Me / From You

Sun, 12 Jan 2020 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Matthew 5:17-20 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | Jesus said our righteousness must surpass the most seemingly righteous people of His day. How can we have any hope of that? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, OF ME / FROM YOU:

Sodium Ignition

Sun, 05 Jan 2020 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Matthew 5:13-16 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | Should we withdraw from the world as we live in Jesus' kingdom? Far from it! Jesus told us to press in as salt and light. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, SODIUM IGNITION:

Happily His

Sun, 29 Dec 2019 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Matthew 5:1-12 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | God has been at work throughout human history to call out a special people for Himself. Jesus began His sermon on the mount by introducing what the norms of such a people are in the kingdom of heaven. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, HAPPILY HIS:

The Ultimate Search and Find

Sun, 22 Dec 2019 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Matthew 1:18-2:12 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | We are constantly searching, and the point of searching is finding. But what if what we are really searching for actually came and found us? Here is Pastor Kevin's Christmas message, THE ULTIMATE SEARCH & FIND:

Frightful Family Trees

Sun, 15 Dec 2019 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Matthew 1:1-17 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Finding the Kingdom: The Gospel of Matthew | The genealogy of Jesus that Matthew provided is both shockingly depraved and surprisingly hopeful! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, FRIGHTFUL FAMILY TREES:

Send It

Sun, 08 Dec 2019 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Acts 28:30-31 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | Luke ended the book of Acts rather abruptly and without much closure. Why? Because we are living out the next chapter continuing the mission! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, SEND IT:

Paternity Test

Sun, 01 Dec 2019 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Acts 28:11-28 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | The family unit is foundational to humanity, and the gospel brings us into a new family. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, PATERNITY TEST:

The Unexpected Journey

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Acts 27:1-28:10 | Speaker: Alex Bangle, Josh Englert, Reggie Mangal | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | Sometimes God causes the unexpected because there is something He wants us to see or do. During these times we can trust in God's promises because He is sovereign and in control. The Beloved Elders collectively teach the message, The Unexpected Journey:

Beating Hearts

Sun, 17 Nov 2019 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Acts 25:23-26:32 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | When do we get a window into what our heartbeat truly is? If that window opened, what would you want to see? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, BEATING HEARTS, as we continue our journey through Acts:

God Is Not Far

Sun, 10 Nov 2019 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Acts 22:30-23:11 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | Does the fact that God is in complete control and knows absolutely everything about the past, present, and future mean that He is unconcerned or distant from our every day lives? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, GOD IS NOT FAR:

Protect the Temple

Sun, 03 Nov 2019 10:00:00 -0500

Bible Text: Acts 21:26-22:29 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | The temple was viewed as a special dwelling place of God. When Jesus died, something incredible happened and you may not know it, but God continues to dwell specially in His temple. Where do we find the temple? It's us, His church! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, PROTECT THE TEMPLE!

Rorschach Tests

Sun, 27 Oct 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 21:1-14 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | Love moves us to action. Sometimes these actions are not what we naturally or initially expect them to be, but they are always what is actually best. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, RORSCHACH TESTS:

I'm not Crying, You're Crying

Sun, 20 Oct 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 20:17-38, John 15:1-8 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | The mission Jesus gave us can be difficult- full of obstacles, opposition, and even internal attacks and distortions. What will keep us and move us forward? Here is Pastor Kevin’s message, I’M NOT CRYING, YOU’RE CRYING:

Woke Parents

Sun, 13 Oct 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 20:7-16, Deuteronomy 6:1-9 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | God calls parents primarily to raise their kids to know and love Him, but He also calls the church to partner with parents in this calling. As we see in Acts, kids were clearly part of the early church and still are a vital part of the church today. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, WOKE PARENTS, and Beloved's first Child Dedication service:

FOMO is Real

Sun, 06 Oct 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 19:21-20:6 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | We are constantly comparing ourselves to things around us and that either encourages or discourages us. It's normal for us to look for reference points in determining our standing, but what should our constant reference point be? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, FOMO IS REAL:

Picture It

Sun, 29 Sep 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 18:1-3, Ephesians 5:22-33 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | Priscilla and Aquila model a beautiful marriage in Acts 18. Speaking of marriage, what is the big deal with that? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, PICTURE IT:

Making Known the Unknown

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 17:16-34 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | All of culture is expressing some redemptive longing. As we engage the culture around us in a joyful and redemptive way, we must be fluent in the gospel to be an effective witness for Jesus! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, MAKING KNOWN THE UNKNOWN:

Inverted Planets

Sun, 15 Sep 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 17:1-15 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | As the gospel spread, the church grew. This growing church was accused of "turning the world upside down" as it proclaimed the gospel! What does it look like to be a church that's turning the world upside down? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, INVERTED PLANETS:

The Sleepover

Sun, 08 Sep 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 16:16-40 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | Paul and Silas were jailed because of their obedience in the mission of Jesus. What do we find them doing in the jail cell at midnight? Praising God! Why? Because our worship is a witness and we always have reason to worship God! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, THE SLEEPOVER:

Open Heart Surgery

Sun, 25 Aug 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 16:11-15 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | God looks at the heart, and He is our only hope for a new heart! This has huge implications for both how we share our faith and how we lead. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, OPEN HEART SURGERY:

The Jerusalem Council

Sun, 18 Aug 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 15:1-34 | Speaker: Derrick Sekamalira | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | A decision had to be made as tension rose between Jews and Gentiles regarding what was necessary for salvation and fellowship in the church. Here is the message shared from our first missionary partner, Derrick Sekamalira:

The Long Game

Sun, 11 Aug 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 14:21-28 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | Paul and Barnabas returned to the very cities that had driven them out and attempted to kill them on their first missionary journey! Why? Because their greatest desire, satisfaction, and treasure was found in Christ! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, THE LONG GAME:

Just Dying to Live

Sun, 04 Aug 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 14:1-20 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | We know the mission – go be witnesses for Jesus to everyone everywhere – but how and why do we go? Paul and Barnabas show us how and why we go in their first missionary journey. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, JUST DYING TO LIVE:

Lights Out It's Getting Lit

Sun, 28 Jul 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 13:1-12 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | The missional launch from Antioch marked the full onward push of the mission to be Jesus' witnesses to the ends of the earth. We continue in that heritage and are excited to celebrate and highlight how Beloved is participating in this global endeavor! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, LIGHTS OUT, IT'S GETTING LIT:

I'm Not God

Sun, 21 Jul 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 12:1-25 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | We are not God. Realizing this, confessing this, and giving glory to the God to whom it belongs frees us in incredible ways! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, I'M NOT GOD:

Opening the Floodgates

Sun, 14 Jul 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 11:19-30 | Speaker: Jimmy Hoang | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | We see in Acts 11 that the gospel continued to spread as it was preached and churches were started. These churches were marked by their love for each other just like Jesus said His followers would be! Here is our recent message by our great friend, Jimmy: OPENING THE FLOODGATES

Doubtful Diets

Sun, 07 Jul 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 10 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | God showed Peter that the gospel is truly for all people, even the one's we differ so much from. We too should go about the mission without doubting who God has called us to take it to. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, DOUBTFUL DIETS:

Blind U-Turns

Sun, 30 Jun 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 9:1-31 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | The radical conversion of Saul – who so quickly went from persecutor to persecuted – shows us that none of us are too far gone for God's rescue in great love and grace! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, BLIND U-TURNS:

Treasure Hunters

Sun, 23 Jun 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 8:26-40 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | Philip showed us that if we listen to the Spirit of God, we get to be part of helping others find the greatest treasure, Jesus! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, TREASURE HUNTERS:

Simon Says What?

Sun, 16 Jun 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 8:9-25 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | What could be better to discuss on Father's Day than sorcery and sources? Simon's story in Acts reminds us to love God supremely, not just godly things. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, SIMON SAYS WHAT?:

Joy-Filled Grease Fires

Sun, 09 Jun 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 8:1-8 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | As the early church was scattered in persecution, it brought the hope and joy of the gospel to cities with it! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, JOY-FILLED GREASE FIRES:

Stand Up Steve

Sun, 02 Jun 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 6:8-7:60 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | The story of Stephen shows us that opposition to the mission Jesus gave us may cost us everything. But what a privilege it is to take a stand for the one who stood for us! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, STAND-UP STEVE:

Elders and Deacons

Sun, 26 May 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 6:1-7 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | As tension rose within the early church, leadership and structure by the offices of deacons and elders became clear and necessary for the sake of the mission of Jesus. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, ELDERS & DEACONS. God gave the church the offices of elders and deacons to help the church accomplish the mission of Jesus.

Seeing Red and Silver Linings

Sun, 19 May 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 5:33-42 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | When the religious leaders were seeing red with rage, the disciples were seeing the honor of suffering because of their love and obedience to Jesus. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, SEEING RED & SILVER LININGS:

I See You

Sun, 12 May 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Luke 7:11-17 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Mothers Day | We want desperately to know that we are seen. The good news is that we are! Jesus sees us, and we must see Him on both our best and worst day! Here is Pastor Kevin’s message for Mother’s Day:

About this Life

Sun, 05 May 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 5:12-32 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | To follow Jesus is to live a life where we can expect God to do incredible things, but we should expect opposition and persecution, because He is giving us a platform from which to proclaim His gospel and glory!

Sharing is Caring

Sun, 28 Apr 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 4:32-5:11, Luke 12:13-21 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | The early church formed such a strong and effective community because they responded to the generosity of God with generosity toward each other. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, SHARING IS CARING:

Easter Sunday 2019

Sun, 21 Apr 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: 1 Corinthians 15:20-28 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Easter Series 2019 | To have the right perspective, we begin by seeing a dead man's cross. But it doesn't end there... we must also see a living man's tomb! Here is Pastor Kevin's Easter message, NEW EYES:

Palm Sunday 2019

Sun, 14 Apr 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, Isaiah 53:1-9, John 19:30 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Easter Series 2019 | Life is profoundly shaped by our perspective. If we are to have the right perspective, it begins by seeing a dead man's cross. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, X-EYES:

Biblical Boldness

Sun, 07 Apr 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 4:13-31 | Speaker: Ben Woolbright | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | How did Peter and John respond when opposition arose to their preaching of the gospel? With boldness. How did the church respond to the report of this opposition? With a prayer for even more boldness! Here is Ben's message on Acts 4:13-31.

Exclusively Inclusive

Sun, 31 Mar 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 4:1-12 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | Is Jesus really the only way to be saved? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, EXCLUSIVELY INCLUSIVE:

Be Amazed

Sun, 24 Mar 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 3:11-26 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin, Reggie Mangal | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | Worship is hard-wired in us. We worship naturally because we were created to be worshipers. We are going to worship something or someone, so the question is, what or who will we worship? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, BE AMAZED:

Anatomy 101

Sun, 17 Mar 2019 10:00:00 -0400

Bible Text: Acts 3:1-10, Matthew 25:31-46 | Speaker: Kevin Franklin | Series: Be My Witnesses: A Study of Acts | The gospel engages our heads, hearts, and hands. In response to the good news of who Jesus is and what He has done, we should continue to be both a gospel voice and gospel presence in the world! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, ANATOMY 101:

Feel the Rhythm

Sun, 10 Mar 2019 10:00:00 -0400

The very nature of being the "church" is to gather. We do this to worship in expressing our thanks, to practice many disciplines Jesus modeled, submit to the preached word of God, and fulfill many commands of Scripture. But some of the commands don't happen very well in the corporate Sunday gatherings. How will we obey these commands? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, FEEL THE RHYTHM, as we launch Home Groups.

Welcome Home

Sun, 03 Mar 2019 10:00:00 -0500

Just like the early church, we will find that true freedom often comes in what looks like limitations or sacrifice as we devote ourselves to what matters and brings life to the world and glory to God. Here is pastor Kevin's message, welcome home!

Peter Proclaims Jesus

Sun, 24 Feb 2019 10:00:00 -0500

When the Spirit came upon the disciples at Pentecost, a lot of people found themselves confused as to what was going on. In order to clarify what was taking place, Peter stepped forward and delivered one of the most powerful sermons in Christian history using Scripture to communicate Christ's purpose, death, and resurrection and what that means for humanity. Here is Ben's message, PETER PROCLAIMS JESUS.

A Powerful Presence

Sun, 17 Feb 2019 10:00:00 -0500

Those who were present when the Spirit came as Jesus promised encountered something unlike anything they'd experienced before. The Spirit of God now continues to indwell God's people, empowering them to do extraordinary things as the Kingdom of God advances! Here is Pastor Kevin's message, A POWERFUL PRESENCE:

United in Prayer

Sun, 10 Feb 2019 10:00:00 -0500

We see the early church in Acts deeply committed to prayer. In seeking God through prayer, the church was united. But what is the point of praying? How do we pray? Here is Pastor Kevin's message, "UNITED IN PRAYER."

The Cloud Rider

Sun, 03 Feb 2019 10:00:00 -0500

King Jesus told us to take His gospel to the ends of the earth. He also promised the power needed to do so. Here is Pastor Kevin's message, "THE CLOUD-RIDER”

Dear Theophilus

Sun, 27 Jan 2019 10:00:00 -0500

In Luke’s second narrative to Theophilus, we see that Jesus continued to speak about the Kingdom of God after His resurrection. But what is the Kingdom of God? Here is Pastor Kevin’s opening message to our series through Acts, “DEAR THEOPHILUS."

HOW THIS ENDS

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0500

Can we lose our salvation? Can we have any confidence in where this faith is leading us? Explore the doctrines of perseverance and glorification in Pastor Kevin's message, HOW THIS ENDS.

WHEN THE WILL SUBMITS

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400

How do we respond when God’s will leads through suffering? What does it mean to trust the sovereignty of God in life’s hardest moments? Explore the submission of Christ and the sovereignty of God in Pastor Alex’s message, WHEN THE WILL SUBMITS.

THE JUST JUSTIFIER

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Jesus told a dying criminal on a cross next to His own that He would be with him that very day in paradise. Why? What had that criminal, who admitted himself that he deserved what he was getting, done to deserve such favor and promise from Jesus? Explore the doctrine of justification in Pastor Kevin's message, THE JUST JUSTIFIER.

SOME POINTERS

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Do you struggle to see the relevance or point of parts of the Bible? If you could comprehend all of it and succinctly present its entirety, what is it about? Listen to Pastor Kevin's exploration of Jesus' interaction with the disciples walking to Emmaus, SOME POINTERS.

A PARADE OF PALMS

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400

What are you looking for? It's a question worth really asking yourself. Listen to Pastor Kevin's message, A PARADE OF PALMS, as we begin Holy Week.

REALLY WAS RIGHTEOUS

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

A couple times in Luke's gospel Jesus explicitly tells someone their sins are forgiven. Pastor Kevin argues that was harder than the healings and wondrous signs. Why? Because the cross is how and why He made such declarations. Listen to our Good Friday sermon, REALLY WAS RIGHTEOUS.

REMEMBER WHAT'S NECESSARY

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The ladies that first arrived to Jesus' empty tomb were told they needed to remember something necessary. They remembered. We too must remember what is necessary, what was secured forever on that Resurrection Day! Listen to Pastor Kevin's Easter sermon, REMEMBER WHAT'S NECESSARY.

IS SEEING BELIEVING?

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Jesus provided for the early disciples understanding of Scriptures and gospel perspective. Calling them to be witnesses of Him to the ends of the earth, He equipped them for the task. Now it's our turn to tell the Good News with urgency, knowing the certainty of the gospel we've been given!

NOTHING BETTER

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The opening of Hebrews presents the thesis of the book – Jesus is better. Before we jump into the sequence of arguments and warnings the book presents, we first ask: How can we know God? Listen to Pastor Kevin's introductory message, NOTHING BETTER.