Ep. 240 - You Need to Be Bought - 1 Peter 1:17-21

Ep. 250 - Mission Made Possible - Matthew 28:16-20

This Episode's Focus: We should not be able to carry the message of Jesus to the world. We don't fit the message because of our mistakes and our imperfect speech. And yet, God calls us to be his witnesses about who he is, what he has done, and of a mysterious triune God. Why and how? Why? Because God transforms us by the gospel and it becomes even more powerful in us. How? Through the transformative power of the Word, brought into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, filled by the work of Jesus Christ, and prepared through the wisdom and love of the Father. The Sermon Text: Matthew 28:16-20 Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

Ep. 249 - Are You Flowing with Living Water? - John 7:37-39 - Festival of Pentecost

This Episode's Focus: What does it really mean to have “rivers of living water” flowing from within you? When we hear about the Holy Spirit, we often think of dramatic moments like Pentecost—tongues of fire, miraculous signs, and thousands coming to faith. But is that the only way the Spirit works? In this episode, we explore Jesus’ promise in John 7:37-39 and discover how the Holy Spirit most often moves through ordinary believers in extraordinary ways. From quiet prayers and faithful parenting to steadfast trust in the middle of suffering, we'll see how living water continues to flow through God's people today, bringing peace, purpose, and confidence in Christ. This Sermon's Text: John 7:37-39 On the last and greatest day of the festival, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice, “Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. 38 Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.” 39 By this he meant the Spirit, whom those who believed in him were later to receive. Up to that time the Spirit had not been given, since Jesus had not yet been glorified.

Ep. 248 - Trust Fall into Jesus' Arms - Proverbs 3:5-6 - 8th Grade Graduation & School Year Closing Service

Service and Sermon Focus: As our 8th graders graduate, and as all of us go from one known situation to an unknown situation, we have to trust in something - someone - other than ourselves. We don't know what is coming just around the bend. We don't know what blessings and challenges will come. We don't know how we will do this or that. But who does know? Whose ways are higher than our ways? God knows. Not only that, God cares. God uses his knowledge to prepare a path for us to grow closer to him and to reach our heavenly home. That may not always be the path we would have chosen. It may not always look like the path we want to be on. We may often feel that we are lost and abandoned. But Scripture reminds us not to lean on our own understanding. Instead, God's Word reminds us to remember how great our God is and how gracious he is toward us. God loves us. He used his wisdom and knowledge to come into this world and create the perfect rescue plan that no one saw coming and no one could stop. Even those vehemently against God and his plan were part of God's ways. In the same way, be comforted that in High School, in life, and even in death, God knows, he works, he saves, he loves. So... trust fall right into Jesus' arms. He's got you. 2025-2026 School Year Theme Verse: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”

Ep.247 - There Is in Store for Us a Crown! - Kindergarten Graduation - 2 Timothy 4:7-8

This Episode's Focus: What does faith look like through the eyes of a child? In this joyful Kindergarten celebration service, hear young students boldly recite God’s Word from memory and proclaim the promises of their Savior with confidence and joy. Alongside these Scripture recitations is a heartfelt meditation on 2 Timothy 4:7–8, reflecting on the challenges these children have overcome, the growth they’ve experienced, and the greater race all Christians are running by faith in Christ. This episode is a beautiful reminder that even the smallest voices can proclaim the greatest truth: the crown of righteousness is waiting for all who trust in Jesus. This Episode's Focus Text: 2 Timothy 4:7-8 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.

Ep. 246 - Stand Firm in the Faith - Confirmation Sunday - 1 Peter 4:12–17; 5:6-11

This Sermon & Service Focus: What does it actually look like to stand firm in the faith when life gets difficult? In this special Confirmation service episode, hear young Christians boldly confess what they believe through Scripture-based essays, public examination questions, and a message from 1 Peter reminding believers that suffering, pressure, and spiritual battles do not have the final word. This episode is a powerful encouragement for parents, students, lifelong Christians, and anyone needing the reminder that the God of all grace is still strengthening and establishing His people today. The Sermon Text: 1 Peter 4:12–17; 5:6-11 Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 13 But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. 14 If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. 15 If you suffer, it should not be as a murderer or thief or any other kind of criminal, or even as a meddler. 16 However, if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name. 17 For it is time for judgment to begin with God’s household; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who do not obey the gospel of God? Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. 7 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 8 Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. 9 Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings. 10 And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast. 11 To him be the power for ever and ever. Amen.