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A Jesus-Centered Life
In her message, “A Jesus-Centered Life” from Luke 18:9–17, Gwyneth Preu explores what Jesus really means when He calls us to humility through the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector and His welcome of little children. Biblical humility doesn’t mean ignoring our needs, becoming passive, or allowing others…
How Are You Hearing?
In his message, “How Are You Hearing?”, Pastor Doug Scalise begins the series “Jesus’ Upside-Down Kingdom: Rethinking How Life Is Supposed to Work” with Jesus’ Parable of the Sower in Luke 8:4–18. The four soils reveal different ways we can hear and respond to God’s Word: with hardened hearts, shallow…
You Deserve a Break
In his message, “You Deserve a Break”, Rev. Greg Scalise explores Exodus 23:10–19 and God’s command to make rest and celebration a regular part of life. Sabbath isn’t simply a reward we earn after working hard; it is a gift and spiritual practice God gives us for our own good…
A Vision of Glory
In his message, “A Vision of Glory”, Pastor Doug Scalise concludes the series Anchored in the Unchanging Christ with the beautiful blessing of Hebrews 13:18–25. The closing words of Hebrews remind us that the God of peace raised Jesus from the dead, that Christ is our Great Shepherd, and that…
The Same Yesterday, Today and Forever
In his message, “The Same Yesterday, Today, and Forever,” Pastor Nate Ryan explores Hebrews 13 and the security we can find in the unchanging nature of Jesus Christ. In a world filled with uncertainty, fear, changing values, and competing promises of security, Hebrews reminds us that Jesus Christ is the…
Pursue Peace and Holiness
In his message, Pursue Peace and Holiness, Pastor Doug Scalise explores Hebrews 12:14–29 and its call to cultivate peace and holiness while uprooting bitterness from our lives. Following Jesus means actively pursuing peace with everyone, growing in holiness from the heart outward, and refusing to allow anger, resentment, and past…
Run Your Race
In his message, Run Your Race, Pastor Doug Scalise explores Hebrews 12:1–13 and the call to live the Christian life with perseverance, discipline, and our eyes fixed on Jesus. Surrounded by a great cloud of faithful witnesses, we are challenged to lay aside the sins and burdens that weigh us…
We’re All in this Together
In his message, We’re All In This Together, Pastor David Pranga explores Hebrews 11 and the inspiring stories of Abraham, Moses, Rahab, and countless faithful believers who trusted God through every season of life. Their examples remind us that genuine faith trusts God’s promises, chooses eternal rewards, takes courageous risks,…
What is Faith?
In his message, “What Is Faith?”, Pastor Doug Scalise explores Hebrews 11:1–16 and the Bible’s inspiring description of faith as “the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” Through the examples of Abel, Enoch, Noah, and Abraham, we discover that genuine faith is more than belief—it…
A Call to Persevere
In his message, “A Call to Persevere,” Pastor Doug Scalise explores Hebrews 10:19–39 and encourages believers to remain steadfast when life becomes difficult. Because Jesus has opened a new and living way into God’s presence, we can draw near with confidence, hold firmly to our hope, and encourage one another…
Once for All
In his message, “Once for All,” Pastor Doug Scalise explores Hebrews 10:1–18 and the life-changing truth that Jesus’ sacrifice completely accomplished what the Old Testament sacrifices could only foreshadow. Because Christ offered Himself once for all, believers no longer need to live under the weight of guilt, striving to earn…
A Freedom No Nation Can Give
In his message, “A Freedom No Nation Can Give,” Pastor Doug Scalise explores Hebrews 9 and the deeper freedom found through Jesus Christ. While we rightly celebrate political liberty and the blessings of our nation, Hebrews reminds us that only Christ can free us from the guilt, shame, and power…