In The Mountain of Exaltation, Pastor Doug Scalise reflects on the ascension of Jesus in Acts 1:6–12 as a pivotal moment when one chapter ends, and a new mission begins. Rather than restoring a political kingdom, Jesus sends His followers into the world as Spirit-empowered witnesses to all nations. The ascension is not Christ’s absence…
The Mountain of Exaltation – Acts 1:6-12 To download the guide for this week, use the link below. Connecting Have you ever had a moment when you realized a chapter of life had ended and something new was about to begin? What made that moment memorable? The Mountain of Exaltation, Acts 1:6-12 Acts 1:6-12 6 So when they…
This Sunday, we conclude our series, “The Mountains of God” with Pastor Doug sharing Jesus’s final words before ascending to heaven in Acts 1 on “The Mountain of Exaltation.” Let everything that breathes praise the LORD! Praise the LORD! ~ Psalm 150:6 Watch our preview –
In The Mountain of Resurrection, Pastor Doug Scalise proclaims the hope of Easter through Matthew 28:16–20, where the risen Jesus meets His disciples and commissions them for a new mission. After a season of fear and loss, the resurrection reveals that hope is restored, and Jesus’ authority brings power, purpose, and promise to His followers. Even in the…
In The Mountain of Obedience (Again), Pastor Doug Scalise reflects on Good Friday through Matthew 27:45–54, where Jesus’ obedience leads Him all the way to the cross. Connecting the story of Abraham and Isaac with the crucifixion, this sermon reveals that while Isaac was spared, Jesus became the Lamb who was not. Through suffering, darkness, and sacrifice, Jesus…
The Mountain of Resurrection – Matthew 28:16-20 To download the guide for this week, use the link below. Opening Prayer Crucified and Risen Lord, we gather today with gratitude and hope because Jesus Christ has conquered death and opened the way to new life. As we reflect on your Word, help us to understand more fully…
In The Mountain of Surrender, Pastor Doug Scalise reflects on Jesus’ prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane (Matthew 26:36–46), where surrender becomes the pathway to peace, obedience, and salvation. While surrender often feels like defeat, Jesus reveals it as a courageous act of trust—choosing God’s will over our personal desire in the most difficult moment imaginable. This message…
This Sunday, we invite you to celebrate with us on “The Mountain of Resurrection” and that Jesus has risen indeed! We will have services at 8:30 and 10:00 a.m. at BBC and a sunrise service at 6:00 a.m. at Nauset Beach in Orleans. When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. ~ Matthew…
In The Mountain of Illumination, Pastor Doug Scalise explores the Transfiguration of Jesus in Matthew 17:1–9 and its connection to Palm Sunday’s question: “Who is this?” On the mountain, God reveals Jesus as His beloved Son and calls us to listen to Him, illuminating Christ’s true identity beyond the crowd’s limited understanding. This message reminds…