In the Presence: You Are Loved

One Big Truth: God Is Holy in Every Way

In week three of the summer series One Big Truth, Noah tackles one of the most misunderstood truths about God: His holiness. Drawing from Psalms 96, 97, and 98, this message breaks down what it actually means that God is holy, why that should bring us closer to him rather than push us away, and why God is the only one qualified to be our righteous judge. If you've ever wrestled with why bad things happen or felt like God was too far away to care, this message offers real answers and the reminder that the God who created everything is closer to you than you think.

One Big Truth: The Bible Is Our Map

In week two of the summer series One Big Truth, Pastor Noah unpacks why the Bible isn't just an old book - it's a living, breathing map that leads straight to God's heart. Drawing from Psalm 119, Hebrews 4:12, and 2 Timothy 3:16-17, this message breaks down three simple truths: the Bible is clear, the Bible is true, and the Bible is alive. Whether you've never opened one or just don't know where to start, this message makes God's Word feel accessible and practical - because when you read it, you don't just learn about God. You actually get to experience him.

One Big Truth: God Loves You

Kicking off the summer series One Big Truth, Noah brings it back to the most foundational truth in all of Scripture: God loves you. Using 1 John 4:19, Ephesians 2:5-6, and John 3:16, this message walks students through three practical steps: believing God's love, receiving it, and giving it away to others. The God of the universe made every single one of us in his image just to love us... And the crazy part is, most of us don't even know it. If you've ever wondered what your life could look like if you truly believed God loved you, this is the message to start with.

One Big Truth: How to Have the Best Summer Ever

In this fun and practical message, Noah lays out a four-point game plan for making the most of summer, and it starts with giving your summer to the God who created it. Drawing from Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Gospels, this message challenges students to prioritize godly friendships, go deeper in their relationship with Jesus through prayer and reading the Word, and, maybe most surprisingly, to just enjoy themselves - Because as Pastor Noah reminds us, Jesus loves having fun, and one of the most holy things you can do this summer is embrace the joy and simplicity of being a kid again.

Noah Arevalo's Introduction & Testimony

In this special introductory message, students at Great Oaks get to meet their new youth pastor, Noah, as he shares his story from the very beginning. From accepting Jesus at six years old, to hearing God's voice for the first time at thirteen, to walking through anxiety, depression, and a family on the verge of falling apart, Noah holds nothing back. His story is raw, real, and full of proof that God doesn't waste a single moment of your life. If you've ever wondered whether God still moves today, this one is for you.