Brakes & Boundaries

Are You Missing the Power You Were Promised?

"They also recognized them as men who had been with Jesus." — Acts 4:13 In this powerful message, Pastor Doug Wyatt takes us into Acts Chapters 1, 2, and 4 to explore the life-altering gift of the Holy Spirit. Pentecost isn't just a historical event on the church calendar—it is an ongoing invitation to be empowered by God's presence. When the Holy Spirit fell on the early church, ordinary people were transformed into bold witnesses. As a church pursuing a "whatever it takes" faith, we need that same supernatural power today. Join us as we learn how to move past our own limitations, live in pursuit of God’s presence, and prepare our hearts to receive everything He has promised. IN THIS MESSAGE: From Ordinary to Bold: How proximity to Jesus and the filling of the Spirit turns untrained, ordinary people into powerful world-changers. The Promised Gift: Understanding why Jesus commanded the disciples to wait for the Holy Spirit before starting their mission. The Environment of Pentecost: What happens when believers gather together in unity, expectancy, and hunger for God. SERMON NOTES & OUTLINE: 1. KNOW THE PURPOSE Why do we need the Holy Spirit? The Spirit is not given for our entertainment, but for our empowerment. He gives us the supernatural boldness to stand up and speak up for Christ. Scripture: Acts 1:4-5, Acts 4:13 2. STAY IN PROXIMITY The disciples were recognized because they had "been with Jesus." Are you intentionally placing yourself near the presence of God, or are you keeping your distance? Scripture: Acts 4:13 3. LIVE IN PURSUIT On the day of Pentecost, they were all meeting together in expectation. God responds to spiritual hunger. Are you genuinely hungry for what God wants to do in and through your life? Scripture: Acts 2:1-2 4. PREPARE YOUR POSTURE The wind and fire filled the house where they were sitting. To be filled, we have to be empty of ourselves. Are you surrendered enough to receive what the Holy Spirit wants to pour out? Scripture: Acts 2:3-4

Spiritual Disciplines

A Mother’s Greatest Assignment

"Motherhood is a divine assignment. You don’t have to be perfect—you have to be faithful." In this special Mother’s Day message, Sherri McClure explores the weight and the wonder of "A Mother’s Greatest Assignment." Using the lives of biblical mothers and the instructions of Scripture, Sherri challenges us to see motherhood not just as a role, but as a strategic mission to shape the next generation. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to be a "perfect" parent, this message is for you. Learn how to move from the exhaustion of rules to the power of creating an atmosphere of faith, building a legacy that will last long after the baton is passed. Key Topics in This Message: The Purpose of Motherhood: Faithful over Perfect. The Priority of Training: Protecting the next generation from cultural shifts. The Power of Legacy: Passing the baton of faith (Timothy’s Story). The Practice of Faithful Living: Consistency and modeling the Gospel.

Unexpected Tests

In the latest installment of our series, "Dashboard of Faith," Pastor Rob explores the "Temperature Warning" on our spiritual dashboard: Unexpected Tests. Life has a way of throwing us into high-heat situations without warning. While our natural instinct is often to panic or look for someone to blame, Pastor Rob shares how each unexpected test is actually a divine opportunity for growth. When the temperature rises, it isn't meant to destroy us, but to refine us—much like fire tests the purity of gold. Drawing from 2 Peter 1 and the story of Lazarus in John 11, this message challenges us to shift our perspective when we find ourselves in the middle of a trial. Instead of focusing on the circumstances around us, we are encouraged to navigate these moments with three specific shifts in focus: - Look In instead of Looking Out: It's easy to blame our surroundings or even the Lord when things go wrong. However, the most fruitful response is to look inward, asking God what He is teaching us and allowing Him to strengthen our character through the struggle. - Look Up instead of Looking Down: When we look down, we focus on the weight of our problems and the "blindness" of the world. When we look up, we find the power of Christ’s resurrection and a deeper fellowship with Him that only comes through difficult seasons. - Look Backward and Forward: Faith is often believing in advance what only makes sense in reverse. By looking back at God’s past faithfulness, we gain the confidence to look forward to the "great and precious promises" He has waiting for us. God has already given us everything we need for a godly life. Watch as we learn how to respond to life's unexpected tests by supplementing our faith with endurance, self-control, and love, ensuring that we become more fruitful and useful in our walk with Christ.

Relationships

Dashboard of Faith: Relationships In week three of our series, "Dashboard of Faith," Pastor Scotty Gibbons dives into the vital role of Relationships and how we are designed to function together as the Body of Christ. None of us were meant to navigate life in isolation. Just as a physical body relies on the coordination of every individual part to move and thrive, we are spiritually designed to be interconnected. When one part is missing or disconnected, the whole body feels the impact. Pastor Scotty unpacks the truth that your unique purpose isn't just about your individual journey—it’s about how you fit into the bigger picture to help the people around you grow. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 12 and Ephesians 4, this message explores three practical ways we can strengthen our connections and build a healthy, vibrant community: Love one another: Moving beyond a feeling to follow Jesus’ command to love others with the same selfless intentionality He showed us. Encourage one another: Understanding the power of "spurring each other on." We all face moments of fatigue, but a cord of three strands is not quickly broken. Serve one another: Recognizing that your specific gifts aren't just for you—they are tools intended to be used as faithful stewards of God’s grace to meet the needs of others. When every part does its special work, the entire body becomes healthy, growing, and full of love. Watch as we learn how to check the "relationship" indicator on our faith dashboard and ensure we are building the community God intended for us.