Connection Church Statesboro

Dwell | Week Five | Psalm 121

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 15:52:27 GMT

In this week’s message from Psalm 121, Pastor Russ reminds us how easily fear, anxiety, and the distractions of this world can shift our focus away from the Lord. When we place our hope in circumstances, earthly blessings, or the things we cannot control, we lose sight of the One who sustains us. But Scripture calls us to lift our eyes to the Lord, our Keeper, whose promises remain true through every trial. Because of Jesus’ death and resurrection, we can trust that nothing will separate us from His love. Rather than fixing our eyes on the things of this world, we can fix our eyes on Jesus, the source of our help and the hope that never fails.

Dwell | Week Four | Psalm 42, Ephesians 3:14-19, Zephaniah 3:14-17

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 18:03:48 GMT

In Psalm 42, the psalmist gives us a picture of what it feels like to be spiritually dry, overwhelmed, and like wave after wave keeps knocking us down. But even in the depths of despair, he acknowledges his need, brings it honestly before God, and reminds his soul where true hope is found. Instead of allowing his feelings to determine what is true, he chooses to put his hope in God, remembering that the depth of God’s love is greater than the depth of his need. When we stop anchoring our lives to temporary things and fix our eyes on the eternal God, he becomes our solid foundation, bringing peace to our turbulent souls and hope in the darkest nights.

Dwell | Week Three | Psalm 27

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 12:35:34 GMT

Life has a way of pulling our attention in a hundred different directions—especially when fear, opposition, and uncertainty enter the picture. In Psalm 27, David doesn’t ask God to remove his enemies or change his circumstances; instead, his deepest request is to dwell in the presence of the Lord. In this week’s message, Pastor Jon shows us that when life distracts us, God invites us to fix our attention on him through prayer, worship, and his Word. Rather than waiting for difficult moments to drive us back to God, we can learn to seek his presence and gaze upon his beauty all the days of our lives.

Dwell | Week Two | Psalm 103

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 17:32:23 GMT

We are often quick to forget what God has done for us, and Psalm 103 calls us to remember. In this week’s message from Psalm 103, we’re reminded of the countless reasons God is worthy of our praise: He forgives our sins, heals our brokenness, redeems our lives, surrounds us with love and compassion, and gives us strength. When we understand who God is and who we are in Christ, we no longer have to strive for approval or live in fear; we can rest in the love, grace, and security He has freely given us. Because of all He has done, our only reasonable response is to praise the Lord with everything within us.

Dwell | Week One | Psalm 98 & 100

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 20:01:15 GMT

Worship can sometimes feel like simply singing songs on a Sunday morning. But Scripture gives us a much bigger picture: worship is our response to the God who has done what we could never do for ourselves. In this week’s message from Psalms 98 and 100, we see how God’s salvation is rooted in his love and faithfulness. Because he has rescued us through his mighty hand, our response is to worship him with joy, thanksgiving, and our whole lives. And when we remember who God is and what he has done, we can let go of trying to live by our own strength and trust the God who fights for us.

Sending Sunday | Acts 1:1–8, Matthew 28:16–20

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 17:35:59 GMT

Following Jesus was never meant to end with simply attending church—it was always meant to send us into the world. In this week’s message, Pastor Brandon shows us through the book of Acts that every follower of Jesus has been called and empowered by the Holy Spirit to share the gospel. Whether it’s across the street or around the world, God desires to use ordinary people to accomplish his extraordinary mission. When we truly understand the grace we’ve received and the Spirit who lives within us, our response becomes the same as Isaiah’s: ‘Here I am. Send me.’

Hills To Die On | Week Five | Philippians 2:1-11, Mark 10:35-37, 43-45

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 12:18:13 GMT

Serving can sometimes feel like something we do rather than something we become. But Scripture shows us that serving is ultimately about having the mindset of Jesus. In this week's message from Philippians 2, Pastor Jon challenges us to empty ourselves of selfishness and become fully devoted servants of God. When we stop living for ourselves and begin considering the interests of others, we reflect the heart of Christ, who did not come to be served, but to serve and give his life for others.

Hills To Die On | Week Four | John 14:5-18, Romans 1:18-20

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 22:07:26 GMT

It’s easy for our faith to become about a lot of things—our circumstances, our struggles, our performance, or even ourselves. But Scripture calls us to keep Jesus at the center because no one else has done for us what He has done. In this message, we’re reminded that Jesus became fully human, lived the perfect life we couldn’t live, defeated sin and death, and gives us His Spirit to help us live in freedom. When we look at Jesus, we see the Father, and when we trust in Jesus, we find the way, the truth, and the life. Life isn’t about chasing what can’t satisfy; it’s about surrendering everything to Jesus and taking the next step of faith.

Hills To Die On | Week Three | I Peter 4:7-11, Proverbs 10:24-25, Luke 7:36-50

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:54:17 GMT

“The end is near.” Therefore, Peter calls us to live with urgency—not fear. In this week’s message from 1 Peter 4, Pastor Jordan shows us how the reality of Christ’s return should reshape the way we pray, love, serve, and use what God has given us. When we recognize that every gift comes from God, we stop comparing and start stewarding. We’re not called to sit on the sidelines, but to use our gifts generously for the spread of the gospel and the glory of God.

Hills To Die On | Week Two | Genesis 1:26, Matthew 3:13-16, Ephesians 4:1-6 & 11-16

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:42:44 GMT

Community can sometimes feel optional in the Christian life, but Scripture presents it as essential. In this week’s message from Ephesians 3–4, we’re reminded that God created the church to be his unique, unified people, called to grow together into the mature body of Christ. When we commit to real community, we receive encouragement, discover our gifts, confront our blind spots, and become more like Jesus. We aren’t called to simply attend church, but to be the church—living lives worthy of our calling, loving one another, and working together to bring glory to God.

Hills To Die On | Week One | Luke 15:8-10, Romans 9:30-33, Romans 10

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 20:48:08 GMT

Sharing our faith can feel intimidating, but Scripture makes it clear that reaching lost people isn't optional—it's central to the heart of God. In this week's message from Luke 15 and Romans 10, Pastor Brandon reminds us that salvation has always been God's pursuit before it was ever our mission. Because we have received the good news of Jesus by grace through faith, we have also been entrusted to proclaim it. When we understand the value God places on every soul, we won't keep the gospel to ourselves—we'll boldly share the hope of Christ until every person knows.

The Prophet Joel | Joel 1: 1-20, Joel 2: 12-32, Joel 3: 1-21

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:11:32 GMT

Pastor Brandon walks through the Prophet Joel and discusses four truths we as Christians should find security in.

Marriage Matters | Week Seven | Deuteronomy 6: 1-9 , Judges 2: 6-10

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:33:15 GMT

Parenting can feel overwhelming, especially in a culture pulling our families in every direction. But God hasn't left us to figure it out on our own. In this week's message from Deuteronomy 6 and Judges 2, Pastor Stanley reminds us that the primary responsibility of discipling the next generation begins at home. As parents intentionally love Jesus, teach His Word, and model the gospel, they leave a legacy of faith that outlasts any earthly success. The greatest gift we can give our children isn't a perfect home—it's pointing them to a perfect Savior.

Marriage Matters | Week Six | Genesis 2:15-25, Ephesians 5:21-33

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:57:25 GMT

Marriage roles can be a difficult topic, especially in today's culture. But Scripture doesn't present them as a struggle for power—it presents them as a picture of the gospel. In this week's message from Genesis 2 and Ephesians 5, Pastor Brandon and Susan remind us that God designed husbands and wives with complementary roles that create unity, not inequality. As we pursue Christ together, our marriages become a reflection of his love, grace, and faithfulness to the world around us.

Marriage Matters | Week Six | I John 4:9-11, Genesis 2:18-25, 1 Corinthians 7:1-5

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 15:23:59 GMT

Sex is one of the most talked about—and misunderstood—topics in our culture. Too often, it's treated as either a god to be worshiped or something shameful to avoid. But Scripture offers a better way. In this week's message from 1 Corinthians 7 and Genesis 2, Pastor Jordan shows us that sex is neither God nor gross—it is a gift. When we embrace God's design for intimacy within covenant marriage, we discover that his commands aren't meant to restrict our joy, but to deepen it and ultimately point us back to the goodness of the God who loves us.

Marriage Matters | Week Four | 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, Ephesians 5:22-33

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:30:38 GMT

"Communication is often viewed as the key to a healthy marriage—and for good reason. But Scripture shows us that healthy communication doesn't begin with better techniques; it begins with surrendered hearts. In this week's message, Pastor Russ reminds us that our relationships are meant to reflect Christ's love for the Church. As we surrender to Jesus and walk in obedience to his Word, our communication can bring healing instead of hurt, unity instead of division, and ultimately display the gospel to the world around us."

Marriage Matters | Week Three | 1 John 4:9–11, 19

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:05:36 GMT

Marriage was never meant to be merely about personal happiness—it was designed to display the gospel. In this week's message from Ephesians 5, Pastor Jordan reminds us that whether we're preparing for marriage, pursuing healing in marriage, or walking through singleness, our greatest need is not a relationship but Jesus. As we trust God's ways, follow Christ wholeheartedly, and embrace his definition of love, we discover that healthy relationships flow from hearts fully satisfied in him.

Marriage Matters | Week Two | Genesis 1:24-2:3, Genesis 2:15-25

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:40:22 GMT

Marriage was never meant to be merely a relationship for personal happiness—it was designed to reflect the gospel. In this week's message from Genesis 1–3, Pastor Brandon shows us that God's vision for marriage is rooted in relationship, vulnerability, and purpose. While sin has fractured trust and intimacy, the gospel restores what is broken. As we learn to love sacrificially, trust courageously, and fight for one another, our marriages become a living picture of God's redeeming love to the world.

Marriage Matters | Week One | Ephesians 5:31-33

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:41:15 GMT

Marriage can be a source of deep joy, yet everyday frustrations can pull our attention away from what matters most. Ephesians 5:31–33 connects the oneness of marriage to the relationship between Christ and the church. In this week’s message, we’re reminded that marriage is God’s idea, a good gift through which he shapes us to reflect his love. As we focus on honoring God, we can learn to serve our spouse without expecting something in return. Building trust, setting aside time for each other, talking honestly, and offering affection our spouse welcomes help us grow toward a marriage where we are fully known, loved, and accepted.

The Book of Joshua | Week Twelve | Joshua 11:6

Sun, 31 May 2026 12:58:32 GMT

God's promises are easy to celebrate when we see them fulfilled, but they are often hardest to trust while we're waiting for them. In Joshua 11, Pastor Jon reminds us that God always does what He says He will do. As Israel finally steps into the Promised Land after generations of waiting, we see that God's faithfulness gives us confidence to follow His plan, purpose to participate in His work, and peace as we trust His timing. Because God keeps His promises, we can take our next step in obedience knowing that He has already gone before us.

The Book of Joshua | Week Eleven | Joshua 10

Sun, 24 May 2026 13:16:03 GMT

IIt’s easy to believe that if something feels true to us, it must be true altogether. But feelings alone were never meant to guide our lives. In this week’s message from Joshua 10, Pastor Jordan calls us back to the unchanging truth of God’s Word. While experiences may change from person to person, God’s truth remains steady and trustworthy through every season.

The Book of Joshua | Week Ten | Joshua 9:1-27

Sun, 17 May 2026 12:50:36 GMT

Following Jesus isn’t just about surrendering the big moments of life; it’s about inviting him into every decision we make. In this week’s message from Joshua 9, we see how easy it is to rely on our own judgment, experience, and understanding instead of seeking the Lord’s direction. Through Israel’s deception by the Gibeonites, we’re reminded that spiritual warfare often begins with subtle compromise and self-reliance. But even in failure, God’s grace is still at work. Pastor Jon challenges us to trust God with every area of our lives, remember that our past doesn’t disqualify us from future purpose, and boldly surrender our decisions to the Lord who leads us faithfully.

The Book of Joshua | Week Nine | Joshua 7-8

Sun, 10 May 2026 12:27:12 GMT

The Christian life is not about trying harder to appear righteous; it’s about surrendering our hearts fully to God. In this week’s message from Joshua 7–8, Pastor Brandon reminds us that hidden sin always has consequences, but also that Jesus has already overcome our sin through the cross. Because of what Christ has done, we are invited to live lives marked by devotion, obedience, and trust that God’s plan is better than anything this world can offer.

The Book of Joshua | Week Eight | Joshua 6:1-25

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:58:25 GMT

Control can feel like security, especially when life feels unpredictable. Sometimes, that instinct is rooted in responsibility. But sometimes, it reveals a deeper struggle to trust God. Scripture doesn’t call us to manage every outcome, but to surrender to the One who holds it all. In this week’s message from Joshua 2 and 6, we see how God meets us in our surrender and rewrites our story. When we trust His character, we’ll stop gripping for control and start living in the freedom of His plan.

The Book of Joshua | Week Seven | Joshua 5

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:18:53 GMT

Obedience often gets overlooked in a culture that prioritizes opportunity. Sometimes that’s understandable. But often, it’s because we’ve misunderstood what truly matters: Scripture doesn’t call us to chase every open door—it calls us to follow God faithfully. In this week’s message from Joshua 5, we see that obedience is better than opportunity. When we trust God’s character and promises, we won’t be driven by what seems best to us; we’ll be led by what God says is best.

The Book of Joshua | Week Six | Joshua 3-4

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:12:29 GMT

Throughout Scripture, we see a consistent pattern: God moves powerfully, and His people forget. It’s not usually rebellion that derails us—it’s forgetfulness. In Joshua 4, God commands His people to build a memorial, not for His sake, but for theirs. Because He knows that what we remember shapes how we live. In this week’s message, Pastor Brandon reminds us that God’s past faithfulness is meant to fuel present courage. When we intentionally remember what God has done, we’ll find the faith to step boldly into what He’s calling us to do next.

The Book of Joshua | Week Five | Joshua 2

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:31:43 GMT

In a culture that celebrates earning and achieving, grace can feel almost too good to be true. Yet Scripture is clear: we are not saved by what we do, but by what Christ has done. In this week’s message from Joshua 2, we see through Rahab’s story that faith—not works—is what brings us into right relationship with God. When we lose sight of this, we fall into striving. But when we hold onto it, we live from a place of security, not for it.

The Book of Joshua | Week Four | Joshua 1

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:53:59 GMT

“Fear feels unavoidable in a world full of uncertainty—but Scripture tells a different story. In Joshua 1, God meets Joshua at a moment of overwhelming responsibility and commands him not just to endure fear, but to reject it: ‘Be strong and courageous… do not be afraid.’ In this message, we see that while some fear is natural, much of what paralyzes us is rooted in lies the enemy attaches to our experiences. True freedom comes when we anchor ourselves in God’s truth—remembering His past faithfulness, trusting His present presence, and holding onto His future promises. Because of what Christ has done, we are not victims of fear but people empowered to live boldly, grounded in a greater spiritual reality that cannot be shaken.”

Sending Sunday

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 20:34:06 GMT

“Mission can often feel like something reserved for a select few—those called to go, to preach, or to live overseas. But Scripture tells a different story. In this week’s message from 2 Corinthians 5, Pastor Jordan reminds us that the gospel doesn’t just save us—it sends us. When we understand our identity in Christ, we step into our role as ambassadors, carrying the message of reconciliation to a world in need.”

The Book of Joshua | Week Three | Joshua 1:1-9, Joshua 2:8-11, Joshua 3:1-13

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 17:01:27 GMT

“The greatest strategy of the enemy is convincing us he’s not there. But the Bible makes it clear—we have a real enemy with real schemes. In this week’s message from Joshua, we unpack how spiritual battles are often hidden beneath what we see. The good news? Truth exposes every lie, and in Christ, we have everything we need to overcome.”

The Book of Joshua | Week Two | Joshua 1:1-18

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:59:48 GMT

Sometimes we think the greatest threats to our faith come from outside pressures or difficult circumstances. But Scripture shows us that the enemy often works by distracting us from the voice of God. In this week’s message from Book of Joshua chapter 1, Joshua is reminded that the key to courage and success is simple: listen to God and do what he says. As Joshua receives his assignment and leads the people forward, we see that listening to God unlocks the identity, promises, and empowerment the enemy wants to steal. When we learn to listen—and obey—we begin to live fully in what God has already given us.

The Book of Joshua | Week One | Ephesians 1:3-20, Deuteronomy 34:9

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 15:46:17 GMT

Spiritual warfare is often misunderstood as something dramatic or distant, but Scripture shows that the real battle often begins much deeper—in our understanding of God and our identity in Christ. In this week’s message kicking off a new series in the book of Joshua, the focus is on a truth the enemy would rather believers ignore: we must live by the wisdom and revelation the Holy Spirit gives. Looking at Joshua’s life and Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 1, we see that God doesn’t just want us to know about Him—He wants His truth to become an unshakable reality in us. When believers linger in God’s presence and walk in obedience to what He reveals, our identity in Christ becomes secure, our faith grows stronger, and we begin to live with confidence in the power God has placed within us.

Heart & Soul | Week Four | Acts 19:1-41

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:26:30 GMT

“Transformation" is a word we all want for our city, our families, and our church—but Acts 19 shows us where it actually begins: the human heart. In this week’s message, Pastor Jordan clarifies the Heart & Soul vision by reminding us that the battleground of the gospel isn’t primarily political, cultural, or geographical—it’s personal. As the Spirit transforms people from the inside out, Jesus is exalted, society shifts, and opposition rises. The call is simple and urgent: be saved, get connected, and live sent—because taken ground can be lost through compromise, but transformed hearts can change a world.

Heart and Soul | Week Three | Ephesians 6:10–18

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:55:21 GMT

Being “Heart and Soul” isn’t just about belonging—it’s about advancing the mission of God together. In this week’s message from Ephesians 6 and Acts 19, we’re reminded that the church is called not only to take ground for the kingdom, but to faithfully occupy it. As the gospel takes root through Spirit-filled proclamation and prayer, God establishes radiating centers of influence that renew minds, confront competing worldviews, and ultimately bring transformation. When we understand that our battle is not against flesh and blood, we learn to persevere with courage, trusting that God uses ordinary faithfulness to accomplish extraordinary kingdom impact.

Heart and Soul | Week Two | 1 Samuel 14:1–23

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:03:34 GMT

“Taking ground” can sound aggressive or political, but Scripture frames it as something far deeper: God’s people advancing His kingdom through faith, prayer, and proclamation—not fighting flesh and blood. In this week’s Heart and Soul message, we’re taken to 1 Samuel 14, where Jonathan and his armor-bearer step out with a simple “perhaps,” trusting that victory belongs to the Lord. From Genesis to the Great Commission, we see the consistent heartbeat of God: filling the earth with the knowledge of His glory. And in Ephesians 6, we’re reminded that taking ground requires spiritual strength and spiritual weapons—truth, righteousness, faith, the gospel, the Word, and Spirit-empowered prayer. As we live “heart and soul” together, we’re called to stop aiming our energy at the wrong enemy, lay down fear and distraction, and move forward in the authority of Jesus—boldly praying and boldly speaking until darkness gives way to light.

Heart and Soul | Week One | 1 Corinthians 12:12-26

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 13:49:56 GMT

Church is often thought of as a place we attend, but Scripture invites us into something far deeper. In this week’s message launching the Heart and Soul series, Pastor Jon walks us through 1 Corinthians 12 to show that the body of Christ thrives when every person embraces their God-given role. We’re reminded that we’re not called to spectate, compare, or withdraw, but to belong, contribute, and walk together through both celebration and suffering. When we understand that no one else can do what God has uniquely created us to do, we begin to see that being “Heart and Soul” means playing an essential part in helping people go from death to life.

One More Time | Week Four | Luke 15:11-31

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT

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One More Time | Week Three | Philippians 1:3–11

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT

One More Time | Week Two | 1 Timothy 1:12–17, 2 Corinthians 1:15–22

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT

One More Time | Week One | Matthew 9:15, 6:25–58

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Dream Card 2025 | Luke 10:18–24

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Anointed | Week Eleven | Matthew 1

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Anointed | Week Nine | John 4:1–42

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Anointed | Week Ten | 2 Timothy 1:6-2:1

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Anointed | Week Eight | 1 Samuel 15

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Anointed | Week Seven | 2 Kings 2:11–15

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Anointed | Week Six | 1 Kings 19:19–21

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Anointed | Week Five | Luke 4:14–21

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Anointed | Week Four | 2 Corinthians 1:21–22, Galatians 1:6–16

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Anointed | Week Three | 1 Kings 19:1–18

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Anointed | Week Two | Luke 4:16–21

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Anointed | Week One | 1 John 2, 2 Corinthians 1

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Seasons | Week Six | Haggai 2:20-23

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Seasons | Week Five | Haggai 2:10-19

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Seasons | Week Four | Haggai 2:1-9

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Seasons | Week Three | Haggai 1:12-15

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Seasons | Week Two | Haggai 1:2-11

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Seasons | Week One | Haggai 1:1

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Unified | Week Five | Matthew 6:19–24, 2 Corinthians 8:8–15

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Unified | Week Four | 1 Corinthians 16:1–2, 2 Corinthians 8:1–7

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Unified | Week Three | Acts 1:8

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Unified | Week Two | Acts 13:1–3

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Unified | Week One | Esther 4:9–16

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Talking to God | Week Five | Luke 18:9-14

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Talking to God | Week Four | Acts 4:24-30

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Talking to God | Week Three | Matthew 26:36-39

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Talking to God | Week Two | John 17:20-26

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Talking to God | Week One | Ephesians 3

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Living Stones - Week Nine | 1 Peter 5:1-10

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Living Stones - Week Eight | 1 Peter 4:12-19

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Living Stones - Week Seven | 1 Peter 3:8-4:11

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Living Stones - Week Six | 1 Peter 2:18-3:7

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Living Stones - Week Five | 1 Peter 2:11-17

Sun, 25 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Living Stones - Week Four | 1 Peter 2:4-10

Sun, 18 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Living Stones - Week Three | 1 Peter 1:13-2:3

Sun, 11 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Living Stones - Week Two | 1 Peter 1:1-12

Sun, 04 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Living Stones - Week One | 1 Peter 1:1, Matthew 16:1-20

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Easter at Connection 2025 | Romans 4:18-25

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Kingdom of Heaven - Week Seven | Matthew 25:14-30

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Kingdom of Heaven - Week Six | Matthew 18:21-35

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Kingdom of Heaven - Week Five | Matthew 25:1-13

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Kingdom of Heaven - Week Four | Matthew 13:44-46

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Kingdom of Heaven - Week Three | Matthew 13:31-35

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Kingdom of Heaven - Week Two | Matthew 13:1-23

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Kingdom of Heaven - Week One | Matthew 4:12-17

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Glory to God - Week Eight | Isaiah 6:13

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Glory to God - Week Seven | Isaiah 6:11-13

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Glory to God - Week Six | Isaiah 6:9-11

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Glory to God - Week Five | Isaiah 6:8

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Glory to God - Week Four | Isaiah 6:6,7

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Glory to God - Week Three | Isaiah 6:5

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Glory to God - Week Two | Isaiah 6:1-4

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Glory to God - Week One | Isaiah 6:1

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT

The Gospel Is... | Week Seven | 1 Corinthians 1-23

Sun, 29 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Christmas at Connection 2024 | Luke 2, Matthew 2

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Gospel Is... | Week Six | Romans 5:12

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Gospel Is... | Week Five | Romans 5:17-18

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Gospel Is... | Week Four | Romans 8

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Gospel Is... | Week Three | Romans 4:13-17

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Gospel Is... | Week Two | Romans 3:20-28

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Gospel Is... | Week One | Romans 1:1-16

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT

High Alert | Week Five | 1 Samuel 30:1-10

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT

High Alert | Week Four | Luke 3:21-4:13

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT

High Alert | Week Three | Ephesians 4

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT

High Alert | Week Two | Ephesians 6:10-18

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT

High Alert | Week One | 1 Peter 5:6-11

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Unwavering - Week Six | Hebrews 10:29-39

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Unwavering - Week Five | Hebrews 10:19-22

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Unwavering | Week Four | Hebrews 10:14-17

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Unwavering | Week Three | Hebrews 10:1-4

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Unwavering | Week Two | Hebrews 10:35-39

Sun, 18 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Unwavering | Week One | Hebrews 10:23

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Ezra | Week Five | Ezra 10:1-17

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Ezra | Week Four | Ezra 9:1-15

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Ezra | Week Three | Ezra 4:1-5

Sun, 21 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Ezra | Week Two | Ezra 3:12-13

Sun, 14 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Ezra | Week One | Ezra 1:1-11

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus Stories | Week Five | Matthew 26

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus Stories | Week Four | Matthew 8:1-13

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus Stories | Week Three | John 4:1-6

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus Stories | Week Two | Luke 12:1-12

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus Stories | Week One | John 11:1-44

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Book of James | Week Four | James 1:19-27

Sun, 26 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Book of James | Week Three | James 3:13-16

Sun, 19 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Book of James | Week Two | James 3:1-8

Sun, 12 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Book of James | Week One | James 1:1-8

Sun, 05 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Ancient Book | Week Four | John 21:25

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Ancient Book - Week Three | Lamentations 3:31–33

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Ancient Book | Week Two 2 Peter 1:16-21

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Ancient Book | Week One | Joshua 1:1-3

Sun, 07 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Easter at Connection 2024 | 1 Corinthians 15:50–58

Sun, 31 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Messiah | Week Three | Psalms 22:1

Sun, 24 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Messiah | Week Two | Psalm 2

Sun, 17 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Messiah | Week One | Luke 24:36–49

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Long Haul | Week Four | John 17:1-5

Sun, 03 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Long Haul - Week Three | Week Three | 2 Corinthians 4:17–18

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Long Haul | Week Two | John 9:1–38

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Long Haul | Week One | Acts 9:1–19

Sun, 11 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Domino Effect | Week Five | 1 Samuel 2:34–36, Hebrews 10:11–14

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Domino Effect | Week Four | 1 Samuel 9:27–10:24

Sun, 28 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Domino Effect | Week Three | 1 Samuel 13:16–14:23

Sun, 21 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Domino Effect | Week Two | 1 Samuel 13:15–23

Sun, 14 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The Domino Effect | Week One | 1 Samuel 14:6–7

Sun, 07 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Experiential god | Week Six | John 3:16

Sun, 24 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Experiential god | Week Five | John 3:16

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Experiential god | Week Four | John 3:16

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Experiential god | Week Three | John 3:16

Sun, 03 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Experiential god | Week One | John 3:16

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Experiential god | Week Two | John 3:16

Sun, 19 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT

15 Year Anniversary

Sun, 12 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Galatians | Week 8 | Galatians 6:11-18

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Galatians | Week 7 | Galatians 6:1-10

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Galatians | Week 6 | Galatians 5:13-26

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Galatians | Week 5 | Galatians 5:1-12

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Galatians | Week 4 | Galatians 4:1-20

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Galatians | Week 3 | Galatians 3:1-6

Sun, 01 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Galatians | Week 2 | Galatians 2:1-5

Sun, 24 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Galatians | Week 1 | Galatians 1:1-24

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT

URGENT | Week 6 | 2 Corinthians 1:1–11

Sun, 10 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT

URGENT | Week 5 | Revelation 21:1–8

Sun, 03 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT

URGENT | Week 4 | Ephesians 1:13–23

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT

URGENT | Week 3 | 2 Timothy 3:1, 10–14

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT

URGENT | Week 2 | Genesis 3:1–21

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT

URGENT | Week 1 | Luke 9:1–6

Sun, 06 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT

It Is Finished | Week 5 | Psalm 130:1-3

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT

It Is Finished | Week 4 | Romans 14:10–12

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT

It Is Finished | Week 3 | Matthew 20:28

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT

It Is Finished | Week 2 | Romans 3:23–25

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT

It Is Finished | Week 1 | John 19:28-30

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT

On the Altar - Week 4 | Ephesians 5:15-33

Sun, 25 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT

On the Altar - Week 3 | Genesis 2:15-25

Sun, 18 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT

On the Altar - Week 2 | Ephesians 5:21-27

Sun, 11 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT

On the Altar - Week 1 | Acts 2:37-41

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT

The Limitless Church - Week 7 | Matthew 8:29-9:9

Sun, 28 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT

The Limitless Church - Week 6 | Matthew 8:18-27

Sun, 21 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT

The Limitless Church - Week 5 | Matthew 8:5-13

Sun, 14 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT

The Limitless Church - Week 4 | Matthew 8

Sun, 07 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT

The Limitless Church - Week 3 | Acts 4:1-13

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT

The Limitless Church - Week 2 | Matthew 16:5-12

Sun, 23 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT

The Limitless Church - Week 1 | Hebrews 4:1-5

Sun, 16 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT

On the Road - Week 4 Easter 2023 | Matthew 27:32-53

Sun, 09 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT

On the Road - Week 3 | John 12:12-19

Sun, 02 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT

On the Road | Week 2 | Luke 24:13–35

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT

On the Road | Week 1 | Matthew 7:13-14

Sun, 19 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT

The Book of Judges | Week 6 | Judges 3:12-14

Sun, 12 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT

The Book of Judges | Week 5 | Judges 3:12–30

Sun, 05 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT

The Book of Judges | Week 4 | Judges 6:11-16

Sun, 26 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT

The Book of Judges | Week 3 | Judges 10-12

Sun, 19 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT

The Book of Judges | Week 2 | Judges 1:1-18

Sun, 12 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT

The Book of Judges | Week 1 | Judges 2

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT

No Regrets | Week 4 | Exodus 35-36

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT

No Regrets - Week 3 | John 21

Sun, 22 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT

No Regrets | Week 2 | Acts 2:42-43, Philippians 2:1-8

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT

No Regrets | Week 1 | James 2:1-8

Sun, 08 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT

A Year in Review | 2022 | Joshua 3–4

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 16:00:00 GMT

The Appearing | Week 6 | John 3:1–21

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT

The Appearing | Week 5 | John 2:13-25

Sun, 11 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT

The Appearing | Week 4 | John 2:1-11

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT

The Appearing | Week 3 | John 1:29-42

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT

The Appearing | Week 2 | John 1:19-28

Sun, 20 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT

The Appearing | Week 1 | John 1:1-18

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Different by Design | Week 5 | Galatians 3:28

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Different by Design | Week 4 | Joshua 3:14-4:24

Sun, 30 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Different by Design | Week 3 | Luke 15:11-32

Sun, 23 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Different by Design | Week 2 | Joshua 24:14-15

Sun, 16 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Different by Design | Week 1 | Genesis 1:1, Romans 1:18-20

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Cultural Captivity | Week 4 | 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Cultural Captivity | Week 3 | 1 John 4:1-6

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Cultural Captivity | Week 2 | 2 Timothy 3:1-4:8

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Cultural Captivity | Week 1 | John 1:1-13

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Until Every Person Knows | Week 6 | John 20:21-31

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Until Every Person Knows | Week 5 | Acts 6:8-11

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Until Every Person Knows | Week 4 | Acts 1:8

Sun, 21 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Until Every Person Knows | Week 3 | Ephesians 4:11–16

Sun, 14 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Until Every Person Knows | Week 2 | Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Sun, 07 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Until Every Person Knows | Week 1 | Hebrews 10:24-25

Sun, 31 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Summer at Connection | Week Seven | Ephesians 4:1-16

Sun, 24 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Summer at Connection | Week Six | Matthew 4:18-22

Sun, 17 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Summer at Connection | Week Five | Luke 7:36-50

Sun, 10 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Summer at Connection | Week Four | John 12:20-33

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Summer at Connection | Week Three | Luke 11:1-10

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Summer at Connection | Week Two | Psalm 126

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Summer at Connection | Week One | Matthew 6:33

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Pride | Week Five | Matthew 20:1-16

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Pride | Week Four | Psalm 107

Sun, 29 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Pride | Week Three | Mark 9:21-27

Sun, 22 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Pride | Week Two | Matthew 23:4-5; 13-1; 22-32

Sun, 15 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Pride | Week One | Matthew 23:27-28

Sun, 08 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Our Response | Week 2 | Matthew 28:18-20

Sun, 01 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Our Response | Week 1 | 1 John 2:28

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Easter at Connection | 2022 | John 20:18-21

Sun, 17 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Easter at Connection | Palm Sunday | Philippians 4:12

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Partners in the Gospel | Week 12 | Philippians 4:10-16

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Partners in the Gospel | Week 11 | Philippians 4:1-9

Sun, 27 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Partners in the Gospel | Week 10 | Philippians 3:13-21

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Partners in the Gospel | Week 9 | Philippians 3:10

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Partners in the Gospel | Week 8 | Philippians 2:1-24

Sun, 06 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Partners in the Gospel | Week 7 | Philippians 2:12-18

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Partners in the Gospel | Week 6 | Philippians 2:1-11

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Partners in the Gospel | Week 5 | Philippians 1:27-30

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Partners in the Gospel | Week 4 | Philippians 1:12-26

Sun, 06 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Partners in the Gospel | Week 3 | Philippians 1:9-10

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Celebrating the life of Bruce Yawn | Proverbs 3:5-6, John 9:1-3

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Partners in the Gospel | Week 2 | Philippians 1:1-2

Sun, 16 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Partners in the Gospel | Week 1 | Philippians 1:1-2

Sun, 09 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Until Every Person Knows | Matthew 19, Jeremiah 29

Sun, 02 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT

The Minor Prophets - Malachi (Christmas Eve)

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT

The Minor Prophets - Haggai

Sun, 19 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT

The Minor Prophets - Zechariah

Sun, 12 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT

The Minor Prophets - Habakkuk

Sun, 05 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT

The Minor Prophets - Zephaniah

Sun, 28 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT

The Minor Prophets - Nahum

Sun, 21 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT

The Minor Prophets - Micah

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT

The Minor Prophets - Jonah

Sun, 07 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT

The Minor Prophets - Amos

Sun, 31 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT

The Minor Prophets - Obadiah

Sun, 24 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT

The Minor Prophets - Joel

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT

The Minor Prophets - Hosea

Sun, 10 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Our House | Week 7 | Hebrews 10:1-25

Sun, 03 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT

It can be exhausting to live as though God’s acceptance depends on doing enough. In Hebrews 10, Jesus’ finished sacrifice gives us a new standing before God and the confidence to draw near to him. Brandon Williams connects this grace with two values of Our House: working hard and being accountable. We serve because we are already loved, allowing God’s grace to move us toward his purpose. Accountability grows from that same foundation as believers encourage one another, recognize blind spots and keep their eyes on Christ. The invitation is to gather, hold firmly to our hope and help one another live out God’s mission.

Our House | Week 6 | Ephesians 3:10-12

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy to settle into a church routine without seeing the bigger purpose God has given his people. In Ephesians 3:10–12, Paul shows that God is making his wisdom known through the church as part of his eternal purpose in Christ. In this week’s message, Brandon invites us to own that vision by allowing God to determine every priority in our lives. As we read Scripture, pray, and walk with others, we grow together and equip one another to make disciples. Depending on the Holy Spirit and choosing love over personal preferences, we can take our place in God’s work of making himself known throughout the world.

Our House | Week 5 | 2 Corinthians 5:21

Sun, 19 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Sometimes the next step is to stop, listen and make room for God. In this spontaneous service, Brandon Williams sets aside his prepared message and invites the church to wait, pray and respond to God’s presence. At the heart of the invitation is the great exchange described in 2 Corinthians 5:21: Jesus takes our sin so that we can receive his righteousness. His love offers freedom from shame and condemnation, giving us confidence to bring our burdens to him. As the church prays together, the message encourages us to surrender what we carry, trust Christ’s finished work and respond to God with willing hearts.

Our House | Week 4 | Acts 16:16-34

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT

When life becomes painful, joy can feel far out of reach. In Acts 16:16–34, Paul and Silas pray and sing after being beaten and imprisoned, trusting God in the darkness. JC Groves connects their story with the Our House value of enjoying the journey. Our joy rests in Christ’s victory, even when circumstances are difficult and the outcome is unclear. God can work through our suffering, and the way we respond can point others toward him. The message encourages us to remember his faithfulness, worship in hard places and keep trusting that he is at work as we walk through the journey together.

Our House | Week 3 | Acts 2:41-47,

Sun, 05 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Busy schedules, worry, and the desire to be right can distract us from the people in front of us. In Acts 2:41–47, the early church shows a different way: caring deeply, giving generously, and intentionally helping others grow. This Our House message calls us to experience Jesus’ love personally and express it in our relationships. We cannot save everyone or fix every problem, but we can invest in the few people God has placed within our reach. Even when relationships are messy or costly, Jesus’ presence gives us courage to keep caring. Let his love shape your priorities and help someone take another step toward him.

Our House | Week 2 | 1 Samuel 13:16- 14:23

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy to wait for certainty before taking the next step God is calling us to take. In 1 Samuel 13:16–14:23, Jonathan and his armor-bearer move forward together, trusting that the Lord can save by many or by few. In this week’s message, Brandon calls us to be heart and soul with God and one another, choosing courageous faith even when the outcome is unclear. Jesus’ death and resurrection have already secured our ultimate victory. As we listen to the Holy Spirit, serve, and grow in community, we can take our next step together, trusting God to work through his people and make his name known.

Our House | Week 1 | 2 Chronicles 24

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT

It’s possible to look religious while slowly losing sight of Jesus. In 2 Chronicles 24, Joash follows God while receiving faithful instruction, but turns away after the priest Jehoiada dies. In this week’s message, Brandon shows why we need a living relationship with Christ that is rooted in God’s Word. Through the Holy Spirit, Scripture teaches, corrects, and equips us to live for his glory. As we resist empty religion and self-promotion, we’re called to serve together, use our gifts, and help others see Jesus clearly. His love and forgiveness give us every reason to keep pursuing him and the purpose he has given his church.

Grace | Week 6 | Romans 8:1-15

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Grace | Week 5 | Galatians 3:1-5

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Grace | Week 4 | Mark 11:15-17

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Grace | Week 3 | John 1:1–17

Sun, 25 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Grace | Week 2 | 1 Peter 5:5-7

Sun, 18 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Grace | Week 1 | Galatians 2:11–21

Sun, 11 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Guilt or Grace | Week 5 | 2 Corinthians 9:6-8

Sun, 04 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Guilt or Grace | Week 4 | 2 Corinthians 8:1-9

Sun, 27 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Guilt or Grace | Week 3 | Hosea

Sun, 20 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Guilt or Grace | Week 2 | Matthew 6:19-34

Sun, 13 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Guilt or Grace | Week 1 | 1 Corinthians 16:1-4, 2 Corinthians 9:12-15

Sun, 06 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT

To Be Continued…Part II Week Five | Acts 2

Sun, 30 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT

To Be Continued...Part II Week Four | Acts 28:16–31

Sun, 23 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT

To Be Continued...Part II Week Three | Acts 28:11–16

Sun, 16 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT

To Be Continued...Part II Week Two | Acts 27

Sun, 09 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT

To Be Continued...Part II Week One | Acts 26

Sun, 02 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT

On the Move | Week 6 | Acts 24:22–27

Sun, 25 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT

On the Move | Week 5 | Acts 23

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT

On the Move | Week 4 | Acts 21:37-22:15

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Easter at Connection 2021 | 2 Corinthians 4

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT

On the Move | Week 3 | Acts 20:17–27

Sun, 28 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT

On the Move | Week 2 | Acts 19:1-7

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT

On the Move | Week 1 | Acts 18:23–28, Ephesians 3:7–21

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Until Every Person Knows | Week 7 | Psalm 1:1-3

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Until Every Person Knows | Week 6 | Acts 17

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Until Every Person Knows | Week 5 | Acts 16

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Until Every Person Knows | Week 4 | Acts 15

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Until Every Person Knows | Week 3 | Acts 14

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Until Every Person Knows | Week 2 | Acts 13

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Until Every Person Knows | Week 1 | Genesis 1:26-28, Acts 1:8

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Scandalous Grace | Week 5 | Acts 11

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Scandalous Grace | Week 4 | Acts 12, Genesis 18

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Scandalous Grace | Week 3 | Acts 10

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Christmas at Connection 2020 | John 1:1-14

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Scandalous Grace | Week 2 | Acts 9

Sun, 20 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Scandalous Grace | Week 1 | Acts 8

Sun, 13 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Opportunity & Opposition | Week 7 | Acts 7

Sun, 06 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Opportunity & Opposition | Week 6 | Acts 6

Sun, 29 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Opportunity & Opposition | Week 5 | Acts 5

Sun, 22 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Opportunity & Opposition | Week 4 | Acts 2:42-47, Acts 4:32-35

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Opportunity & Opposition | Week 3 | Galatians 5:16-18

Sun, 08 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Opportunity & Opposition | Week 2 | Acts 4

Sun, 01 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Opportunity & Opposition | Week 1 | Acts 3

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

To Be Continued Part One | Week Six | Acts 2:42–47

Sun, 18 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

To Be Continued Part One | Week Five | Acts 2

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

To Be Continued Part One | Week Four | Acts 2:1-13

Sun, 04 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT

To Be Continued Part One | Week Three | Acts 1:6-26

Sun, 27 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT

To Be Continued Part One | Week Two | Acts 1:6–12

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT

To Be Continued Part One Week One | Acts 1:1-5

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Heart and Soul | Week Six | Acts 2:42-47

Sun, 06 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Church can become part of our routine while we miss the work God is inviting us to do. In Acts 2:42–47, the first believers devoted themselves to teaching, fellowship, generosity, and prayer, and the Lord continued to add to their number. In this message, Pastor Joey looks back at Connection’s story and calls us to live out serving, community, generosity, and evangelism together. Every follower of Jesus has a part to play in caring for people and sharing the gospel beyond a Sunday gathering. As we consider where God is leading us, we can ask him how he wants us to help equip others or be sent out to establish communities of believers.

Heart and Soul | Week Five | Deuteronomy 6:4–9

Sun, 30 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Raising children who love Jesus can feel overwhelming, especially when faith becomes another list of things to get right. In Deuteronomy 6:4–9, God calls his people to love him wholeheartedly and weave his Word into everyday family life. In this message, Pastor Jordan shows how Jesus brings us into a relationship with God and gives us his Spirit to love, encourage, and disciple our families. As we take ownership of our own walk with Jesus, our children can see faith lived out through prayer, Scripture, repentance, and love. We can begin at home, demonstrating and declaring the gospel while equipping our children to follow Jesus and share his love with others.

Heart and Soul | Week Four | Matthew 28:16–20

Sun, 23 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT

We can know what God has called us to do and still wonder whether we can actually live it out. In Matthew 28:16–20, Jesus sends his disciples to make disciples, even as some wrestle with doubt. In this message, Pastor Brandon traces their journey into Acts and shows how the Holy Spirit empowered them to become a devoted, unified people. Through worship, we can turn our attention toward Jesus and experience the encouragement and strength of his presence together. As we lay aside sin, distractions, and concern about what others think, we can freely respond to God and trust his Spirit to help us carry out what he has called us to do.

Heart and Soul | Week Three | Acts 13

Sun, 16 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Taking a new step of faith can feel difficult when we can’t see the whole road ahead. In Acts 13, the church at Antioch worships, fasts, and prays, then sends out Barnabas and Saul at the Holy Spirit’s leading. In this message, Pastor Brandon explores church planting as believers going together into communities to demonstrate and declare the gospel, disciple others, and raise up leaders. That calling may lead across the ocean or just across town, with a deep commitment to the people there. We’re invited to bring willing hearts and determined action, seeking the Spirit’s leading and trusting God with the next step.

Heart and Soul | Week Two | Acts 11

Sun, 09 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT

We can know what we’re supposed to do and still feel unsure about taking the first step. In Acts 11, the church at Antioch gives us a picture of believers growing together through the gospel and the teaching of God’s Word. In this message, Pastor Brandon explores three parts of being equipped: allowing God’s truth to restore our thinking, building a biblical foundation, and putting what we learn into practice. As God’s Word reshapes how we see him, ourselves, others, and our purpose, we can begin to live the truth we’ve learned. We’re invited to grow together so we can equip others and carry the gospel into our homes and communities.

Heart and Soul | Week One | 1 Samuel 14, Hebrews 10

Sun, 02 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT

When life is unsettled, it can be easy to pull away from the very relationships that help us stand firm. In Hebrews 10, we’re reminded that Jesus’ sacrifice has opened the way for us to draw near to God with confidence. In this message, Pastor Brandon explores the privilege of being close to God and to one another, united by the hope we share in Christ. Together, we can encourage each other and spur one another toward love and good deeds. Whatever our circumstances, we’re invited to keep drawing near, stay connected to God’s people, and hold firmly to our faith as we pursue his purposes together.

New Wine | Week Eight | James 1:22

Sun, 26 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Seeing someone’s need is one thing; stepping into their life with love can feel much harder. James 1:22 calls us to be doers of the Word, putting what we believe into action. In this week’s message, we see that investing in others includes giving our time, effort, and love, even when relationships become messy or uncomfortable. As we build relationships, God can challenge our prejudices and grow us alongside the people we serve. By praying, welcoming others into our lives and homes, pursuing unity, and allowing God to stretch us, we can help our neighbors see what the gospel looks like in everyday life.

New Wine | Week Seven | James 1:22-27

Sun, 19 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

We can know the right answers about faith and still struggle to let them shape everyday life. Through Ephesians 2, Psalm 28, and James 1:22–27, Jordan Thigpen explores how the gospel renews our minds, captures our hearts, and moves our hands into action. Salvation comes by grace through faith, and only the Holy Spirit can make us new vessels for the life Jesus offers. As we enjoy God as our Father, that relationship finds expression in loving our neighbors and caring for the vulnerable. We're invited to prayerfully consider where God is calling us to serve, including ways to support children and families through foster care.

New Wine | Week Six | John 17

Sun, 12 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy to stay close to people who look, think, and worship like we do. In John 17, Jesus prays that all his followers would be one, so the world might believe that the Father sent him. In this week’s message, Brandon shows us that this kind of unity depends on the Holy Spirit working in us. As we let God expose bitterness, prejudice, and patterns of thinking that divide us, we can turn toward his design for the church. By intentionally praying, worshiping, and building relationships with believers across cultural and denominational differences, we can become a people whose love points the world to Jesus.

New Wine | Week Five | Exodus 20, Matthew 22

Sun, 05 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

When the world feels divided and broken, it’s tempting to look for a solution that leaves our own hearts untouched. In Exodus 20 and Matthew 22, God’s commands reveal our need for a Savior and call us to love him and our neighbors. In this week’s message, Brandon reminds us that laws can protect rights, but only God can transform the human heart. Through faith in Jesus, the Holy Spirit gives us new hearts and enables us to love. As we ask God to search us, we’re invited to pray for the people around us, our communities, and the world, trusting him to bring lasting change.

New Wine | Week Four | James 1:19

Sun, 28 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT

When frustration rises, it can be easier to prepare our response than to truly hear another person. James 1:19 calls us to be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry, especially when life presses us. In this week’s message, Jon challenges us to begin by listening to God, seeking his wisdom, and examining our assumptions. As we listen with empathy, we can make room for experiences that differ from our own and pray for what others are actually carrying. Speaking with courage still matters, but listening first helps us put God’s Word into practice in our homes, conversations, and communities.

New Wine | Week Three | 1 Peter 3:15

Sun, 21 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Uncertain days can reveal how much we need a hope that reaches beyond our circumstances. In 1 Peter 3:15, believers are called to honor Christ as Lord and explain their hope with gentleness and respect. In this week’s message, Bruce reminds us that life in Christ is meant to be visible in our words, actions, and relationships. The Holy Spirit empowers us to walk with Jesus, find peace in difficult moments, and serve others in seemingly small ways. As we stay connected to God and his people, we can share what he has done in our lives and help others see the hope we have in him.

New Wine | Week Two | Acts 6:1-7

Sun, 14 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Even the ordinary responsibilities of life can leave us tired when we try to carry them in our own strength. In Acts 6:1–7, the church chooses people full of wisdom and the Holy Spirit to care for neglected widows. In this week’s message, Eric reminds us that the Spirit’s power matters in every part of life, including our work, families, and service. Being filled means yielding our lives to his guidance, rather than chasing a particular feeling. As we confess sin, make time to listen, and continually ask him to fill us, we can learn to depend on his strength and bear fruit that lasts.

New Wine | Week One | Matthew 22:37-39

Sun, 07 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT

We can care deeply about the needs around us and still struggle to turn concern into action. In Matthew 22:37–39, Jesus calls us to love God with our whole lives and love our neighbors as ourselves. In this week’s message, Joey reminds us that salvation is God’s free gift, and our relationship with Christ should move us toward people in need. The new life Jesus creates includes a community that goes out to serve. As we seek God’s direction for one place to invest our time and energy, we can move beyond talking about problems and begin living out our faith where people are.

Opportunity | Week 7 (Unity) | Genesis 11:1-9, Acts 2:1-13

Sun, 31 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams connects the division at Babel in Genesis 11 with the unity created by the Holy Spirit at Pentecost in Acts 2. God empowers the church to become one people who display his glory across racial, economic and denominational boundaries. In a world marked by hatred and division, believers are called to examine their hearts, repent of racism and serve one another with the humility of Jesus. Christ’s example of washing his disciples’ feet shows how love takes practical form. The message invites us to depend on the Spirit, pursue genuine unity and become a visible example of God’s love in our communities.

Opportunity | Week 6 Devotion | Acts 2:42–47

Sun, 24 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT

It’s possible to stay busy with church activities while our deepest devotion belongs somewhere else. In Acts 2:42–47, the early believers give themselves to the apostles’ teaching, fellowship, shared meals, and prayer. In this week’s message, Brandon challenges us to look beyond having the right activities and ask whether our hearts belong fully to God. Genuine devotion grows as we encounter his love through the gospel, rather than simply trying harder. As we return to Scripture, share life with other believers, and turn from competing loyalties, we can respond to the grace of Jesus with wholehearted love for God and the people he has brought together.

Opportunity | Week 5 (Be Part of the Plan) | Acts 6-8

Sun, 17 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT

We don’t have to know exactly how a situation will unfold to take the next step of faith. In Acts 6–8, Philip serves neglected widows, carries the gospel to Samaria, and explains the good news of Jesus to an Ethiopian official. In this week’s message, Jon shows how God works through ordinary believers who are willing to serve and follow the Spirit’s lead. Our responsibility is obedience, even when we cannot control another person’s response. As we notice the people and opportunities in front of us, we can choose to participate in God’s work, trusting him to bring purpose even through the brokenness of our lives.

Opportunity | Week 4 (Fearful to Fearless) | Luke 22:54–62

Sun, 10 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Fear can make the next step feel impossible, even when we know God has been faithful. In Luke 22, Peter denies Jesus, yet Jesus has prayed for his faith and called him to strengthen others when he turns back. In this week’s message, Jordan reminds us that past fear and failure do not disqualify us from future fruitfulness. God meets us in our fear and gives us his presence, rather than promising an easy path. As we learn to listen to the Holy Spirit, we can practice courage in everyday moments: forgiving, encouraging others, keeping our word, and taking the next faithful step even when it feels hard.

Opportunity | Week 3 (God's Design) | Matthew 5

Sun, 03 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT

A familiar routine can keep us busy with church while leaving us hungry for a deeper relationship with God. In Matthew 5, Jesus calls his people the salt of the earth and the light of the world. In this week’s conversation, Brandon and Jordan explore how truth, love, and the Holy Spirit’s presence make the church distinct. Lasting change grows as we abide in Christ and receive the love he has already shown us. By returning to Scripture, making room for prayer, and listening for the Spirit’s guidance, we can become a people whose daily lives help others see Jesus and glorify the Father.

Opportunity | Week 2 (God's Design) | Matthew 14:25–33

Sun, 26 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT

The question “What if?” can keep us trapped in fear or open our hearts to what God is calling us to do. In Matthew 14:25–33, Peter steps out of the boat at Jesus’ invitation, then begins to sink when fear takes hold, and Jesus reaches out to save him. In this week’s message, Brandon challenges us to trust God’s promises and rediscover his design for the church: one body, following Jesus and carrying his mission beyond a building. As we search Scripture, pray for wisdom, and depend on the Holy Spirit, we can take courageous steps of obedience and participate fully in the work God has entrusted to his people.

Opportunity | Week 1 (Let Them Lay) | Exodus 20, Micah 5

Sun, 19 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT

When familiar routines fall apart, we have an opportunity to notice what has been holding our hearts. In Exodus 20 and Micah 5, God calls his people away from idols and points them toward the Shepherd who will be their peace. In this week’s message, Brandon invites us to let fallen idols stay down, turning from self-sufficiency and misplaced trust to Jesus. Renewal begins as we make room to know the Father and embrace his purposes. As we allow God to search our hearts, we can release the things that compete for our devotion and follow the Spirit into faithful service beyond the church walls.

Easter at Connection 2020 | 1 Corinthians 15:1–28

Sun, 12 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT

When life feels fragile, we need a hope that reaches beyond our present circumstances. In 1 Corinthians 15:1–28, Paul points us to the bodily resurrection of Jesus and the promise that those who belong to him will also be raised. In this Easter message, Brandon shows how the cross and resurrection work together in God’s plan to overcome sin and death and restore what has been broken. Our hope includes renewed bodies and a restored creation when Jesus returns. As we face suffering, we can hold firmly to the gospel, trust the risen Christ, and live with confidence that death will not have the final word.

Connection Online | Week 4 | Acts 16

Sun, 05 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT

When life gets hard, our first instinct may be to avoid the pain or push through it on our own. In Acts 16, Paul and Silas pray and worship in prison, and their suffering becomes part of the story of a jailer’s salvation. In this week’s message, Brandon explores how adversity can become a path to freedom as we acknowledge our limitations and draw near to God. Before we press on, we need to press into the One who gives us strength. Through prayer, Scripture, worship, and community, we can deepen our relationship with Jesus and face difficult seasons in the power of his Spirit.

Connection Online | Week 3 | John 3:16–17

Sun, 29 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT

When the world feels uncertain, it helps to remember the bigger story we belong to. In John 3:16–17, God’s love is revealed in the gift of his Son, sent to save the world. In this week’s message, Brandon traces that good news from creation through the promises fulfilled in Jesus. Sin fractured our relationship with God, our relationships with one another, and our purpose in the world; through Christ, those connections are being restored. As we trust Jesus and depend on the Holy Spirit, we can hold on to God’s promises, extend the love and forgiveness we have received, and share his good news with others.

Connection Online | Week 2 | Philippians 4:4-9

Sun, 22 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT

When circumstances change quickly, our thoughts can run ahead of us and leave us searching for peace. In Philippians 4:4–9, Paul calls believers to rejoice, bring their requests to God with thanksgiving, and dwell on what is true. In this week’s message, Brandon reminds us that the Lord is near, both in his presence through the Holy Spirit and in the promise of our future with Jesus. Because Christ has made peace between us and God, we can learn to trust his character amid uncertainty. As we remember his goodness and rely on him in prayer, his peace can shape how we care for others.

Connection Online | Week 1 | 1 Samuel 17

Sun, 15 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Fear can make us retreat when the people around us need hope the most. In 1 Samuel 17, David faces Goliath with confidence in the God who has been faithful to him. In this week’s message, Brandon calls the church to pray with urgency and keep following God, even amid uncertainty. Through David’s example, we learn to ask for clear vision, humble hearts, right motives, and courage that remains tender toward others. God’s blessing is his power, presence, and purpose at work through the Holy Spirit. As we remember his faithfulness and act in his strength, our actions can inspire others to take their own steps of faith.

Catalyst | Week 5 | Luke 3:21-22-4:1-13

Sun, 08 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT

The things we’ve been told and the failures we remember can quietly shape how we see ourselves and God. In Luke 3:21–22 and 4:1–13, Jesus identifies with the people he came to save and stands firm against temptation as the Father’s beloved Son. In this week’s message, Brandon shows how our identity in Christ changes the way we pray and live. God’s grace is freely given, and those who trust Jesus are welcomed into his family. As we recognize the lies we have believed, we can bring them to God in prayer, let Scripture renew our thinking, and live from the truth of who we are in Christ.

Catalyst | Week 4 | Ephesians 6:10-20

Sun, 01 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Prayer can feel intimidating when we think we need impressive words or all the right answers. In Ephesians 6:10–20, Paul calls believers to stand in God’s strength, take up his Word, and pray continually in the Spirit. In this week’s message, Brandon shows how sincere, dependent prayer supports the spread of the gospel. Our struggle is against spiritual evil, and Jesus has already won the victory, even as we continue to resist the enemy. As Scripture shapes our prayers, we can ask God for open doors, courage to share Christ, strength for fellow believers, and deeper love for one another that makes his goodness visible.

Catalyst | Week 3 | 2 Corinthians 3:18

Sun, 23 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Trying to hold everything together can leave us exhausted and distracted from the One who can truly change us. In 2 Corinthians 3:18, Paul describes believers being transformed into Christ’s image as they behold his glory. In this week’s message, Brandon invites us to release our need to protect our image, earn God’s acceptance, or control other people and circumstances. Through faith in Jesus, we can draw near to God with confidence in his grace. As we meet with him through Scripture, worship, and prayer, alone and with others, the Spirit renews our minds and shapes lives that reflect Christ, even when our circumstances remain the same.

Catalyst | Week 2 | 2 Samuel 6:12-23

Sun, 16 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Sometimes the fear of what others might think keeps us from expressing what is really in our hearts. In 2 Samuel 6:12–23, David celebrates before the Lord as the ark is brought to Jerusalem, even when his worship draws criticism. In this week’s message, Eric invites us to remember God’s blessings, his choice of us in Christ, and the gift of his presence. Those truths give us reasons to rejoice and express our love through singing, dancing, and wholehearted praise. As we reflect on how Jesus humbled himself for us, we can lay aside our guardedness and let the Holy Spirit lead us into freer worship at church and at home.

Catalyst | Week 1 | Genesis 1-3

Sun, 09 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy to take matters into our own hands when life becomes frustrating. In Genesis 1–3, we see God’s good creation disrupted as humanity turns from trusting him to seeking its own way. In this week’s message, Brandon explores how faith in Jesus restores our relationship with God and how worship keeps our lives centered on him. We offer ourselves to God because he has already shown us mercy and love. As we remember the gospel, spend time in Scripture and prayer, and fix our eyes on Jesus, the Holy Spirit renews our minds and helps us live out our faith in the ordinary pressures of each day.

Traction | Week 5 | Joshua 1:1-15

Sun, 02 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Seeing needs around us can leave us wondering where to begin and whether we have anything to offer. In Joshua 1:1–15, God calls his people to move forward together, trusting his presence and helping one another. In this week’s message, Brandon connects that shared calling with the church’s responsibility to share the gospel and offer practical care in the community. Every believer has a part to play, whether through prayer, generosity, or using their gifts to serve. As we persevere and take the next step God puts before us, we can help people encounter Christ’s love and a relationship with him that brings new life.

Traction | Week 4 | Matthew 9:14-17

Sun, 26 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

We can keep doing familiar religious things and still miss the relationship God is inviting us into. In Matthew 9:14–17, Jesus uses the picture of new wine and old wineskins to show that the new life he brings cannot be contained within our old ways of thinking. In this week’s message, Brandon calls the church to turn from self-reliance and grow into the community Christ has already made us. Faith in Jesus, wholehearted worship, and love for one another belong together. As we humble ourselves, return to Scripture, and make prayer our first response, we can learn to depend on the Holy Spirit and follow God together.

Traction | Week 3 | Deuteronomy 31:7-8, Joshua 1:1-18

Sun, 19 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Pressure from other people can leave us questioning who we are and whether we are enough. In Deuteronomy 31 and Joshua 1, Joshua is repeatedly reminded to be strong and courageous because God will be with him. In this week’s message, Brandon explores how knowing God helps us grow into the new identity we have already received through faith in Christ. God’s love is our starting point, even when our feelings tell a different story. Through Scripture, prayer, and worship, both alone and with other believers, we can let the Holy Spirit renew our thinking and learn to stand firmly in God’s truth amid life’s pressures.

Traction | Week 2 | Joshua 1:1–11, Joshua 3:1–17

Sun, 12 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

When the next step feels uncertain, we need to know the One we are trusting. In Joshua 1 and 3, God promises his presence and leads Israel across the Jordan as the priests step into the water. In this week’s message, Brandon reminds us that spiritual growth involves acting on God’s promises, upheld by his goodness, sovereignty, and faithfulness. Through Jesus, we can come into God’s presence with confidence in his mercy rather than trying to earn acceptance. As we grow in knowing him through Scripture, prayer, and worship, we can take our place in Christ’s body and share his love with the people around us.

Traction | Week 1 | 1 John 4:7-14

Sun, 05 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy to say we believe in Jesus until following him begins to challenge the way we live. In 1 John 4:7–14, we see that God loved us first, sent his Son for our sins, and gave us his Spirit. In this week’s message, Jordan invites us to grow from that secure foundation of love. Spiritual growth deepens our knowledge of God, our identity in Christ, our life with other believers, and our participation in his mission. As we take faithful steps in these areas, we can welcome the Holy Spirit’s work, let Jesus reshape our lives, and help others encounter the love we have received.

20/20 | Philippians 1:1-14

Sun, 29 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT

When we look back on a season of life, the hardest moments can overshadow the ways God has been at work. In Philippians 1:1–14, Paul gives thanks for fellow believers, trusts God to finish what he began, and sees the gospel advancing even through imprisonment. In this week’s message, Jon invites us to recognize growth in ourselves, in others, and in the church beyond what numbers can measure. As we remember God’s faithfulness, we can extend grace with discernment, encourage one another, and step into the work he is preparing us to do, trusting that he is still shaping us to become more like Jesus.

Christmas at Connection 2019 | Week 2 | Genesis 1:1-3

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Familiar Christmas scenes can make it easy to overlook the wonder of who was lying in the manger. Beginning in Genesis 1:1–3, where God speaks light into darkness, Brandon traces the hope fulfilled when Jesus enters a world darkened by sin. This child is the light of the world, the good shepherd who willingly lays down his life, and the source of life that lasts forever. Through faith in him, we can receive forgiveness, become God’s children, and know the Father. As we reflect on Jesus’ birth, death, and resurrection, we are invited to respond with renewed awe, grateful worship, and trust in the One who sustains us.

Christmas at Connection 2019 | Week 1 | Malachi

Sun, 22 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT

It’s possible to go through the motions of worship while our hearts drift far from God. In Malachi, God confronts his people’s halfhearted devotion, compromised integrity, and broken relationships, yet begins with the assurance of his love. In this week’s message, Brandon shows how even these difficult words carry an invitation to return and a promise of the One who can renew our hearts. Christmas reveals that God has not given up on people like us. As we recognize his unchanging love in Jesus, we can turn back to him, welcome the Spirit’s transforming work, and let genuine worship shape how we love and treat one another.

Jesus' Mission | Week 5 | Exodus 19:3-6

Sun, 15 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT

When someone is hurting, it can be easier to offer a few words than to step into their pain. In Exodus 19:3–6, God calls his people a kingdom of priests, a calling echoed for believers in 1 Peter 2. This week’s message reminds us that every Christian has a part in Jesus’ mission of reconciliation. Because Jesus offered himself for us, we can offer our lives as living sacrifices wherever God has placed us. As we listen to his Word, we can move beyond good intentions, join prayer with practical presence, and share Christ’s love with people at home, at work, and in their hardest moments.

Jesus' Mission | Week 4 | Matthew 18:21–35

Sun, 08 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Forgiveness can feel impossible when the hurt is real and the memory won’t let go. In Matthew 18:21–35, Jesus tells of a servant who receives mercy but refuses to extend it to someone else. In this week’s message, Brandon shows how receiving God’s forgiveness frees us to forgive and participate in Jesus’ mission of restoring relationships. Forgiveness does not excuse harm, erase memory, or require returning to abuse; reconciliation involves both people. As we remember the grace we have received in Christ, we can begin releasing resentment, entrusting the offense to God, and taking the next step toward freedom through his power rather than our own.

Jesus' Mission | Week 3 | Mark 6

Sun, 01 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Growing in faith can feel uneven, especially when our struggles seem to contradict the ways God is using us. In Mark 6, the disciples participate in Jesus’ ministry yet still struggle to understand who he is. In this week’s message, Jordan reminds us that Jesus patiently calls imperfect people to maturity, freeing us from condemnation while inviting us to receive his correction. Following Jesus, growing in our identity, loving his people, and sharing his mission belong together. As we welcome trusted believers into our lives and take our next step of faith, we can grow in sharing the hope of Jesus and helping others follow him.

Jesus' Mission | Week 2 | Ephesians 5:18

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

We can become so focused on making plans and solving problems that we forget how deeply we need God. In Ephesians 5:18, Paul calls believers to be continually filled with the Holy Spirit. In this week’s message, Brandon reminds us that Jesus’ mission cannot be accomplished through our own strength, strategies, or resources. God has given his Spirit to empower us, and dependence on him is a daily posture of faith. As we continually surrender our plans, seek God in prayer, and hunger for his presence, we can learn to follow his direction and faithfully participate in the work he has called us to do.

Jesus' Mission | Week 1 | Philippians 3

Sun, 17 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Comfort can quietly become our goal, even when we want to follow Jesus. In Philippians 3, Paul counts everything as loss compared with knowing Christ and presses forward through suffering toward the life Jesus has called him to live. In this week’s message, Brandon invites us to help create paths that lead others to life in Christ. We do this because God has already accepted us through faith in Jesus. As we learn to walk in his presence and trust the Holy Spirit, we can loosen our grip on comfort, offer our lives in worship, and take courageous steps to make his name known.

The Body of Christ | Week 9 | Ephesians 2:1-10

Sun, 10 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams invites the church to worship by remembering who God is, who they were apart from Jesus, what Christ has done and who they have become. Scripture reveals God’s holiness and humanity’s sin, but the message moves beyond condemnation to the mercy that makes believers alive with Christ. From Ephesians 2, Brandon emphasizes salvation by grace through faith, received as God’s gift rather than earned through works. Believers are God’s handiwork, created for good works. He encourages reflection, communion and praise, calling listeners to live in their new identity through the Spirit, God’s Word and the community of believers.

The Body of Christ | Week 8 | Luke 22:31-32

Sun, 03 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

It’s possible to worship beside someone for years without knowing how to encourage them. In Luke 22:31–32, Jesus prays for Peter before his failure and calls him to strengthen his brothers when he returns. This week’s message shows how the body of Christ grows as believers take responsibility for supporting one another. Healthy accountability means answering to Jesus while encouraging, strengthening, and praying for each other, even when we stumble. Every believer has a part in God’s work. As we thank someone who has helped us, get to know those around us, and offer prayer and practical encouragement, we can help one another grow in faith.

The Body of Christ | Week 7 | Ephesians 2:1–10, Colossians 3:1–17

Sun, 27 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Most of us want to grow, but letting someone speak honestly into our lives can feel uncomfortable. In Ephesians 2 and Colossians 3, Paul describes the new life God gives us by grace and calls us to live it out together. In this week’s message, Brandon shows how the Holy Spirit transforms us through relationships built on trust, biblical truth, honest conversation, and shared goals. Healthy accountability helps us move beyond sin toward greater intimacy with Jesus. As we pray for trustworthy believers to walk alongside us, we can welcome loving correction, encourage one another, and grow into the people God has already called us to be.

The Body of Christ | Week 6 | Galatians 5

Sun, 20 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Good intentions can fade quickly when familiar desires pull us in another direction. In Galatians 5, Paul calls believers to walk by the Spirit and use their freedom to serve one another in love. In this week’s message, Brandon shows how Christ gives us new life and awakens us to hear, see, and taste God’s goodness. As we remember who God is, our need for grace, what Jesus has done, and who we are in him, our confidence can rest in Christ. Through Scripture, prayer, worship, and daily reminders of the gospel, we can grow in the Spirit’s power to lift others up and express Jesus’ love.

The Body of Christ | Week 5 | Galatians 5:13-14, Romans 6:15-23

Sun, 13 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT

We often think of freedom as being able to do whatever we want. In Galatians 5:13–14 and Romans 6:15–23, Paul points to a deeper freedom: being released from sin to serve God and love others. In this week’s message, Brandon invites us to recognize Jesus as Lord and trust the King who gave his life for us. He uses his power to serve and give life, and following him leads us toward the life we were created to live. As we let Scripture shape our understanding of Jesus, we can ask him to reveal what we’re holding back and take our next step of surrender.

The Body of Christ | Week 4 | Matthew 5:13-16

Sun, 06 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT

When voices around us grow louder, it can be hard to know how to stand firm without becoming harsh. In Matthew 5:13–16, Jesus calls his people the salt of the earth and the light of the world. In this week’s message, Brandon shows how truth and love belong together in the life of the church. God’s love moves us to enter people’s brokenness and help them find life in Christ. As we gather for encouragement, remember the gospel, and trust Jesus’ power, we can hold firmly to his Word, refuse fear and hostility, and bring his love into the lives of people around us.

The Body of Christ | Week 3 | Ezekiel 22:30

Sun, 29 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Division can grow quietly when we stop putting love into practice. In Ezekiel 22:30, God searches for someone to stand in the gap for the land. In this week’s message, Butch calls the church to pray for unity and cultivate the love that holds Christ’s body together. Through the Holy Spirit, believers already have the love they are called to exercise. As we put aside old patterns of anger, pride, and selfishness, we can choose gentleness, respond with kindness, and reach across the barriers between us. By praying for other churches and loving the people before us, we can help build up the body of Christ.

The Body of Christ | Week 2 | Jeremiah 29:11

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Life can change in a moment, leaving us wondering whether hope and purpose are still possible. Drawing on Jeremiah 29:11, Jason shares how Jesus has sustained him through a life-changing injury and opened new opportunities to serve others. His story reminds us that God’s peace can meet us in circumstances we would never choose, and that a relationship with Christ bears fruit even in hardship. As we turn our desires toward Jesus, receive the support of others, and put our faith into action, we can discover ways to share the hope we have received and trust God with the next chapter of our lives.

The Body of Christ | Week 1 | Ephesians 2:1-10

Sun, 15 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT

A busy week can make gathering with other believers feel like one more thing on the calendar. In Ephesians 2:1–10, Paul reminds us that God has made us alive in Christ by grace and created us for good works. This week’s message invites us to see the church as people redeemed by Jesus and called to display God’s wisdom together. As we open Scripture, remember the gospel, celebrate changed lives, and welcome the Holy Spirit’s work, our gatherings help shape the way we live. We can participate with renewed purpose, love one another, and carry the hope of Christ into the world around us.

Mend and Restore | Ephesians 4

Sun, 08 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT

It’s hard to ask for help when we feel we should be able to hold everything together. In Ephesians 4, Christ equips his people for service and growth into maturity. In this week’s message, Brandon explores how that equipping includes mending and restoration, reminding us that God meets us in our brokenness. His restoring work is an ongoing process, and seeking him does not mean setting aside needed care. As we bring our burdens honestly to God, let his truth reshape our thinking, and welcome prayer and encouragement from others, we can take another step toward the fullness of life he gives us in Christ.

Fullness in Jesus: Week 5 | Acts 10

Sun, 01 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT

What fills our hearts eventually shapes what we bring to the people around us. In Acts 10, Peter learns to set aside his assumptions and follow God’s invitation to share the gospel with Cornelius and his household. In this week’s message, Steve reminds us that fullness in Christ is both received by faith and grown into as we surrender our lives to Jesus. God is already at work around us, inviting us to participate. As we make room for prayer, listen to the Spirit, and welcome the people God has made clean, we can carry Christ’s character and love into our homes, workplaces, and everyday relationships.

Fullness in Jesus: Week 4 | Galatians 5

Sun, 25 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Trying to prove ourselves can leave us exhausted, even in our relationship with God. In Galatians 5, Paul reminds believers that Christ has set them free and calls them to walk by the Spirit. In this week’s message, Brandon shows how God’s grace frees us from earning his approval while keeping us dependent on his presence and power. The Spirit’s fruit helps us love one another and express Jesus together. As we spend time in Scripture and prayer, listen for God’s guidance, and take steps of faith, we can welcome his loving correction and grow in the freedom to live the life God has called us to.

Fullness in Jesus: Week 3 | Galatians 3:23–29

Sun, 18 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy to measure our worth by what we accomplish or how often we get things wrong. In Galatians 3:23–29, Paul reminds believers that through faith in Jesus they are God’s children, clothed with Christ and united as one family. In this week’s message, Brandon explores how our position in Christ restores our relationship with God, our identity, our community, and our purpose. Because we belong to the Father, failure does not have to define us or keep us from coming to him. As we return to Scripture, listen to the Spirit, and encourage one another, we can grow in the confidence to follow Jesus.

Fullness in Jesus: Week 2 | Galatians 2:11-3:14

Sun, 11 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Some days we feel close to God because we’ve done well; other days, failure makes us wonder whether he still loves us. In Galatians 2–3, Paul insists that we are made right with God through faith in Jesus, not by keeping the law. In this week’s message, Brandon challenges the belief that our performance determines our acceptance. Christ’s love gives us a secure place from which to grow, receive correction, and love others. As we keep returning to God’s Word, surround ourselves with believers who remind us of his grace, and depend on the Holy Spirit, we can learn to live from the love already given.

Fullness in Jesus: Week 1 | Ephesians 4

Sun, 28 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Beginning a relationship with Jesus opens a lifetime of learning to live in what he has given us. In Ephesians 4, Paul describes a church growing into maturity as every part serves and the body builds itself up in love. In this week’s message, Brandon explains that fullness in Christ is both given and grown. Through faith, we receive relationship with God, a new identity, and gifts to share with others. As we continue in Jesus’ presence and let his Word teach, correct, and equip us, we can grow together, day by day, into a fuller expression of his character and love in the world.

Followers of Jesus: Week 5 | John 1

Sun, 21 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Trusting someone with our whole lives begins with knowing who they are. In John 1, Jesus comes into the world as its true light, takes away sin as the Lamb of God, and invites people to follow him. In this week’s message, Brandon brings together what it means to continue in Jesus’ presence and why he is worth our surrender. We are saved through faith, and that faith leads us to follow the One who transforms us. As we spend time in Scripture, prayer, worship, and community, we can place everything at his disposal and learn to walk with him wherever he leads us.

Followers of Jesus: Week 4 | Matthew 16:24-27

Sun, 14 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Letting go of what feels familiar can be hard when we cannot see what comes next. In Matthew 16:24–27, Jesus calls us to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow him. In this week’s message, Brandon explains that this surrender makes room to continue in the presence of the One who has already saved us. As we taste God’s goodness through his Spirit, we begin to desire more of the life he offers. We can respond by examining what fills our days, releasing what hinders our walk with Jesus, and making time to grow in his presence, trusting that he is worth following.

Followers of Jesus: Week 3 | Matthew 16:24

Sun, 07 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy to agree with Jesus’ words without letting them change the way we live. In Matthew 16:24, Jesus calls his disciples to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow him. This week’s message invites us to consider what wholehearted discipleship requires. Salvation is freely given, while following Jesus calls for surrendering our own way and putting his purposes first. That surrender reaches our priorities, possessions, and daily choices. As we listen to his Word, ask where we are holding back, and respond to the Holy Spirit, we can begin using what God has entrusted to us to serve and strengthen his people.

Followers of Jesus: Week 2 | John 1

Sun, 30 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Sometimes we need to pause and ask what we are truly looking for in life. In John 1, Jesus asks his first followers what they are seeking and invites them to come and see. This week’s message explores four reasons to follow him: he came to us, gave himself for us, invites us into relationship, and transforms us. The Word who became flesh reveals God’s heart and offers grace beyond what we could earn. As we consider why we follow Jesus, we can receive his invitation with renewed trust, surrender the places we still hold back, and seek the life found in being with him.

Followers of Jesus: Week 1 | John 6:35-15:1

Sun, 23 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT

How we see someone shapes how we respond to them, and the same is true in our relationship with Jesus. Through his “I am” statements in John 6–15, Jesus reveals himself as God, the source and sustainer of life, the way to the Father, and the shepherd who gives his life for his people. In this week’s message, Brandon invites us to consider who Jesus truly is and what his identity means for our lives. As we return to these Scriptures, we can move toward worship, repentance, surrender, and trust, placing the full weight of our lives on the One who gives us eternal life.

You Are Here | Week 3 | John 12:20-36

Sun, 16 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Following Jesus can feel like another way to prove ourselves when we forget what he has already done. In John 12:20–36, Jesus describes a seed that dies and bears fruit, then calls his servants to follow him. In this week’s message, Brandon explains that taking up our cross is a response to salvation, never a payment for our sin. Jesus has already carried that burden. As we trust God’s goodness, surrender our own way, and bring our lives into line with his Word, we honor the One who saved us. Together, our lives can display his glory and bear fruit that points others toward Jesus.

You Are Here | Week 2 | Ephesians 4:11-13

Sun, 09 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy to think ministry belongs to someone else when we are used to watching from the sidelines. In Ephesians 4:11–13, Christ gives leaders to equip his people for service so the whole body can grow into maturity. In this week’s message, Brandon calls us to follow Jesus wholeheartedly, embrace his people, and participate in his mission. Our relationship with Christ brings us into a community where the Spirit enables us to love and serve one another. As we make room to be equipped and walk alongside other believers, we can discover our part in helping the world see the love and character of God.

You Are Here | Week 1 | 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Sun, 02 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Knowing where we want to go is only part of the journey; we also need an honest picture of where we are. In 1 Corinthians 9:19–27, Paul urges believers to run with purpose, pursuing the task God has given them. In this week’s message, Brandon reflects on God’s faithfulness and calls the church to keep growing toward maturity. Because salvation is received through faith, our effort becomes a grateful response to grace. As we take stock of our lives, keep stepping through difficulty, and help equip one another for ministry, we can run together with perseverance toward the purpose Christ has placed before us.

Growth Over Process | Week 9 | Matthew 19:3–9

Sun, 26 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT

The way we speak and respond at home can reveal habits we barely notice elsewhere. In Matthew 19:3–9, Jesus points back to God’s design for marriage and warns about hardness of heart. This week’s message invites husbands and wives to reflect Christ’s love through faithfulness, honor, and a teachable spirit. Lasting change begins as we let God work on our own attitudes day by day, rather than trying to control our spouse. As we keep our word, listen carefully, and cultivate the Spirit’s self-control, we can address anger and choose words that give life, putting Scripture into practice in the relationships closest to us.

Growth Over Process | Week 8 | Ephesians 5:22–33

Sun, 19 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Marriage can reveal the habits and attitudes that are easy to overlook in ourselves. In Ephesians 5:22–33, Paul presents marriage as a picture of Christ’s faithful love for his church. In this week’s message, Butch invites husbands and wives to consider the portrait their relationship is painting. Growing in lasting unity begins with allowing God’s Word to shape our own hearts and learning to honor one another. Through Christlike love, mutual respect, cooperation, and shared responsibility, we can put God’s love into practice at home. As we submit to him day by day, our marriages and homes can help others see his character more clearly.

Growth Over Process | Week 7 | Ephesians 5:15-20

Sun, 12 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Busy seasons can make us focus on getting through the day and miss the opportunities right in front of us. In Ephesians 5:15–20, Paul calls believers to live wisely, make the most of their time, and be filled with the Spirit. This week’s message invites us to look for God’s work in ordinary moments, even when life feels overwhelming. As we turn our attention back to Jesus, we can see our circumstances in light of his goodness and power. Through prayer, Scripture, worship, and thanksgiving, we can keep receiving from the Spirit and use the time we have to love and serve the people around us.

Growth Over Process | Week 6 | Ephesians 4:17-5:4

Sun, 05 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Old habits can feel as familiar as a worn-out coat, even when we know they need to change. In Ephesians 4:17–5:4, Paul calls believers to put off the old self and put on the new life created in God’s image. This week’s message shows how lasting change grows from knowing Christ and letting him renew our minds every day. That renewal reaches our relationships, our words, and the way we respond when we’re angry. As we speak truthfully, give generously, forgive as we have been forgiven, and choose words that build others up, we can reflect the love and holiness of the One who has made us new.

Growth Over Process | Week 5 | Ephesians 4

Sun, 28 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy to think of church as a place we attend and ministry as someone else’s job. In Ephesians 4, Paul describes a body united in Christ, with different gifts that help every believer grow and serve. In this week’s message, Pastor Justin reminds us that Jesus gives leaders to equip his people for ministry throughout everyday life. As we discover and use the gifts he has given us, we can join his work wherever he sends us. Through kindness, forgiveness, and speaking the truth in love, we can build one another up and show the world what it means to live under the loving rule of Jesus.

Easter at Connection 2019 | John 4

Sun, 21 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Our experiences can shape a picture of God that leaves us unsure of his heart toward us. In John 4, Jesus meets a Samaritan woman at a well and reveals who he is, offering living water and inviting worship in spirit and truth. This Easter message challenges the assumptions that keep us trying to earn God’s love or confine worship to a building. Through the cross and resurrection, we see his love and the new life he gives. As we return to the Gospels, ask the Spirit to open our eyes, and respond to Jesus, we can learn to worship him with our whole lives.

Growth Over Process | Week 4 | Luke 14:25-35

Sun, 14 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy to make room for Jesus while keeping control of the rest of our lives. In Luke 14:25–35, Jesus calls those following him to count the cost, take up their cross, and give him their first allegiance. This message invites us to consider that cost in light of the love and mercy Christ has already shown us. His sacrifice makes surrender a reasonable response, even when following him is difficult. As we honestly examine our priorities, time, and energy, we can ask God to reshape our lives around his purposes and walk alongside other believers who help us keep pursuing him day by day.

Growth Over Process | Week 3 | Luke 15

Sun, 07 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Receiving God’s love can feel easier than extending it to someone who has hurt or offended us. In Luke 15, Jesus tells of a father welcoming his wayward son home while inviting the older brother to join the celebration. This message explores repentance as a change of mind that turns us toward God and his generous grace. As his Word helps us see the love revealed in Christ, we are invited to receive that love for ourselves and offer it to others. Through the Spirit’s help, we can forgive, seek reconciliation, and celebrate those returning to the Father as we grow together in faith.

Growth Over Process | Week 2 | Ephesians 4:11–24, Romans 12:1–2

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT

In Ephesians 4:11–24 and Romans 12:1–2, Paul invites believers to grow together in Christ as their minds are renewed by God’s truth. Seeing the mercy of God in Jesus moves us to offer our lives in worship and pursue him with gratitude. The Holy Spirit works through Scripture to challenge the assumptions that shape our choices, helping us see God, ourselves, and our purpose more clearly. We are called to approach his Word prayerfully, remain teachable, and bring our thoughts into agreement with what he says. As we walk with God and one another day by day, he leads us toward lasting maturity.

Growth Over Process | Week 1 | Ephesians 4:11–24, Matthew 4:1–11

Sun, 24 Mar 2019 15:00:00 GMT

In Ephesians 4:11–24, Paul calls the church to grow into the maturity of Christ as every member plays a part. Spiritual growth begins with knowing God through his Word, allowing his truth to renew our minds and reshape the way we live. As we read, we can ask who God is, who we were apart from Christ, what he has done, and who we have become in him. Jesus’ response to temptation in Matthew 4:1–11 gives us a practical passage to explore. Motivated by God’s grace, we are invited to keep seeking, studying, and asking the Holy Spirit to help us understand.

Who is God? Week 8 | Philippians 1:27-2:11

Sun, 17 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

A crowded life can leave us asking what we can get from church while overlooking the people beside us. In Philippians 1:27–2:11, Paul calls believers to stand together, value others, and share the humble mindset of Jesus. This message turns our attention to Christ, who became a servant and gave himself on the cross, bringing us into relationship with God and one another. His love gives us a deeper reason to serve and use the gifts he has given. As we examine our motives, make room for God, and seek others’ good, we can grow as one body that displays his wisdom and glory.

Who is God? Week 7 | Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 12-13

Sun, 10 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Wanting to serve God can bring unexpected fears: What do I have to offer, and what happens when someone else does things differently? Through Romans 12 and 1 Corinthians 12–13, this message invites us to surrender our plans and discover the gifts God gives for the good of his people. Every part of Christ’s body matters, and love shapes how those parts work together. As we name our fears, release comparison and control, and encourage one another, we can trust the Spirit to work through us. The invitation is to take our place with humility and celebrate what God is doing through the people around us.

Who is God? Week 6 | Acts 6

Sun, 03 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

When life is full and our confidence is small, it’s easy to wonder whether we have anything to offer. In Acts 6, the growing church faces division as some widows are overlooked, and Spirit-filled believers step forward to serve. Their willingness protects the church’s unity and allows the message of Jesus to keep spreading. This message reminds us that caring for practical needs and proclaiming the gospel both matter. God equips his whole church for his work. As we make room in our hearts and schedules, pray for direction, and take the next step before us, we can share what Jesus has done wherever we go.

Who is God? Week 5 | John 14:9–17

Sun, 24 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy to fill our days with familiar routines and leave little room for what God wants to do. In John 14:9–17, Jesus reveals the Father’s heart and promises the Holy Spirit to those who believe in him. This message explores his promise of greater works as his ministry spreads through his people. We are invited to let Scripture reshape our expectations, receive God’s love, and recognize the gifts he has placed within us. As we pray, make room, and take a step of faith, we can join Christ’s work together, serving people in our everyday lives and trusting the Spirit to do what we cannot.

Who is God? Week 4 | 2 Corinthians 3:1-6, Ephesians 4:1-13

Sun, 17 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

When shame or fear makes us feel unqualified, taking even one step can seem hard. In 2 Corinthians 3 and Ephesians 4, this message reminds us that our confidence comes from Christ and our ability to serve comes from God. The Spirit gives each believer gifts, and church leaders equip the whole body to use them in love and unity. We’re invited to pray about our part, trust God’s grace, and care for one another. For those struggling with depression or anxiety, the message offers a tender reminder: you are loved and need not walk alone. Reach out for help, and take the next step with others beside you.

Who is God? Week 3 | 2 Corinthians 3

Sun, 10 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

We all have things we wish we could change about ourselves, and trying harder can leave us worn out. In 2 Corinthians 3, we discover the freedom of a new covenant in which the Holy Spirit gives life and transforms us into the image of Christ. This message invites us to trust God’s grace to do within us what we cannot do ourselves. As we turn our attention to Jesus, spend time in his presence, and seek him through Scripture and prayer, we can grow in a living relationship with God. We’re encouraged to ask for a deeper hunger for him and let his Spirit change us from within.

Who is God? Week 2 | John 14:15-17

Sun, 03 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

It’s possible to know about God while missing the joy of walking with him. In John 14:15–17, Jesus promises the Holy Spirit, who will help his people and remain with them forever. This message explores the Spirit of grace, through whom God does for us, in us, and through us what we cannot do ourselves. Through faith in Jesus, we’re welcomed into God’s presence and a living relationship with him. We’re invited to make room for his work by surrendering our own agendas, opening Scripture, and praying with others. As we ask, seek, and knock, we can learn to depend on his presence in everyday life.

Who is God? | Week 1 | Ephesians 2

Sun, 27 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Have you ever felt too far from God, or too different from others, to belong? Ephesians 2 reveals a God who loves us, makes us alive with Christ, and brings us near through his grace. This message reminds us that salvation is God’s gift, received through faith, and that Jesus also tears down the walls that divide his people. We’re invited to remember what Christ has done, draw close to him, and let his love reshape our relationships. As we seek God through Scripture and prayer, we can grow together as one body, laying aside hostility and learning to love people across the differences that once separated us.

Vision: Week 2 | Acts 1:1-8

Sun, 20 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Loving people can feel especially difficult when we’ve been hurt. As we explore Acts 1:1–8 and the spread of the gospel, this message shows how the Holy Spirit empowers Jesus’ followers to be his witnesses and unites people across deep divisions. That same Spirit enables us to love as Jesus loves, even when our own strength falls short. We’re invited to stay close to Christ through worship, Scripture, and prayer, asking God to change our hearts and heal our wounds. As his love grows in us, we can forgive, serve others, and pray for churches beyond our own, joining together to carry the good news into the world.

Vision: Week 1 | Genesis 1:28, Acts 1:8

Sun, 13 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

When life begins to feel like simply getting by, we long for a purpose worth giving ourselves to. Connecting Genesis 1:28 with Acts 1:8, this message traces God’s desire for people to reflect his glory throughout the earth. Through Jesus, our relationship with God is restored, and the Holy Spirit empowers us to carry the good news to others. God’s love draws us into a shared calling that reaches beyond our own comfort and congregation. We’re invited to trust Christ, seek God through prayer and worship, and stand together in faith, letting his love shape our relationships and give us courage to share what he has done.

Numbers

Sun, 06 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Psalm

Sun, 30 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Christmas at Connection 2018 | 2 Samuel 7:12-16, Luke 1:51-55

Mon, 24 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

How might Christmas change the way we see our place in the world? Through God’s promise to David in 2 Samuel 7 and the songs of Luke, this message points us to Jesus, the promised King who sets his people free and invites them into his purpose. Mary’s song celebrates God’s mercy and his faithfulness to the promise that all nations would be blessed. As we receive Christ’s forgiveness and the Holy Spirit’s work in our lives, we’re called to share that grace with others. We’re encouraged to draw close to God in prayer, trust his promises, and carry the light of Jesus into our everyday relationships.

Isaiah

Sun, 16 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

1 John - Week 1

Sun, 09 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

1 Peter - Week 1

Sun, 02 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

James: Week 1

Sun, 25 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Hebrews - Week 2

Sun, 18 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Baptism Week

Sun, 11 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

2 Timothy - Week 1

Sun, 04 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

2 Thessalonians - Week 1

Sun, 28 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Colossians - Week 1

Sun, 21 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Philippians - Week 1

Sun, 14 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Ephesians - Week 1

Sun, 07 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Galatians - Week 1

Sun, 30 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT

2 Corinthians - Week 2

Sun, 23 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT

2 Corinthians - Week 1

Sun, 16 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT

1 Corinthians - Week 2

Sun, 09 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT

1 Corinthians - Week 1

Sun, 02 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Romans | Week 2

Sun, 19 Aug 2018 15:00:00 GMT

Drawing from King Asa’s story in 2 Chronicles 16, Brandon Williams invites us to rely on God rather than our own strength. Through his personal testimony, he explores prayer, healing, and the grace that sustains us when we cannot carry life’s burdens alone. This message encourages those facing difficult seasons to hold on to their hope in Christ, seek the Lord’s help, and pray for one another.

Romans | Week 1

Sun, 19 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Acts - Week 5

Sun, 12 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Acts - Week 4

Sun, 05 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Acts - Week 3

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Acts - Week 2

Mon, 23 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Acts - Week 1

Sun, 15 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT

John - Week 4

Sun, 08 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT

John - Week 3

Sun, 01 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT

John - Week 2

Sun, 24 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT

John - Week 1

Sun, 17 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Luke - Week 2

Sun, 10 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Luke - Week 1

Sun, 03 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Counterfeit | Week 2 | Genesis 1:27-28

Sun, 27 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Counterfeit | Week 1 | Revelation 2:1-7

Sun, 20 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Broken | Week 6 | 1 Kings 18

Sun, 13 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Broken | Week 5 | Jonah 1

Sun, 06 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Broken | Week 4 | Acts 6 | John 14:9–17, 2 Samuel 11

Sun, 29 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Broken | Week 3 | 1 Samuel 13, Romans 12:1-2

Sun, 22 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Broken | Week 2 | Exodus 3:1-14

Sun, 15 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Broken | Week 1 | Genesis 32

Sun, 08 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Easter at Connection 2018 | Titus 3:1-8

Sun, 01 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The End Of Me | Week 4 | Matthew 16:24-26

Sun, 25 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The End Of Me | Week 3 | Matthew 9:35-10:42

Sun, 18 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The End Of Me | Week 2 | Exodus 20, Matthew 19

Sun, 11 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The End Of Me | Week 1 | John 3:22–36

Sun, 04 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT

412 | Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Sun, 25 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

A Bible on the shelf can feel familiar, even while its words seem distant from everyday life. Through Hebrews 4:12 and 2 Timothy 3:16–17, Pastor Paul reminds us that Scripture is alive, revealing God’s heart and preparing his people for good work. The Bible draws our attention to Jesus, the Savior who has overcome sin and death. As we make time to read, pray for understanding, and respond to what God shows us, we can grow closer to him. His grace meets imperfect people and invites us into his purposes, turning daily reading into a relationship that changes how we live, serve, and love.

The Gospel | Week 7 | Galatians 6

Sun, 18 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The Gospel | Week 6 | Galatians 5

Sun, 11 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The Gospel | Week 5 | Galatians 5:1-6

Sun, 04 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The Gospel | Week 4 | Galatians 3:26-4:11

Sun, 28 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The Gospel | Week 3 | Galatians 2:21-3:6

Sun, 21 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The Gospel | Week 2 | Galatians 2:1-21

Sun, 14 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The Gospel | Week 1 | Galatians 1:1-10

Sun, 07 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

New Year's Eve 2017 | 1 Corinthians 13

Sun, 31 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Loving people who are different from us can reveal how much we still need God’s help. In 1 Corinthians 13, love gives meaning to our gifts and actions, taking shape in patience, kindness, and a willingness to seek another’s good. In this message, Pastor Paul points us to the love God has shown through Jesus and calls us to respond with sacrificial love. As we surrender our selfish desires and depend on the Holy Spirit, we can love beyond the people who love us back. We’re invited to pray for someone specific and let our everyday actions show the world what Christ’s love looks like.

You Came | Week 4 | John 5

Sun, 24 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT

We can become familiar with church and Scripture while keeping parts of our hearts hidden from God. In John 5, Jesus heals a man at Bethesda and reveals his authority to give life and forgive sin. This Christmas message invites us to see the Father’s heart in Jesus and receive the life he offers through faith. We cannot make ourselves right with God, but we can bring our need honestly to the Savior who came for us. As we draw near through Scripture, prayer, and trust, we’re called to surrender what we have been hiding and let his love reshape our hearts and lives.

You Came | Week 3 | John 13:1-17

Sun, 17 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Sometimes receiving help is harder than offering it, especially when we feel we should manage on our own. In John 13:1–17, Jesus kneels to wash his disciples’ feet, inviting them to receive his love and follow his example. Pastor Joey reminds us that serving begins with what Christ has done for us and grows from a heart changed by his grace. As we spend time in Scripture and prayer, we can become more attentive to the people around us. We’re invited to examine our motives, use our gifts, and meet practical needs while sharing the hope of Jesus through humble, willing service each day.

You Came | Week 2 | Jeremiah 31:31-34, 2 Corinthians 3:1-6

Sun, 10 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT

We can look faithful on the outside and still long for real change within. Through Jeremiah 31 and 2 Corinthians 3, this message explores the new covenant Jesus came to establish: forgiveness, a new heart, and a life transformed by the Holy Spirit. God writes his instruction on human hearts, and changed lives become letters that point others to Christ. This transformation comes through faith in Jesus and continues as we grow to resemble him. We are invited to examine where our trust rests, bring our sin to Christ, and keep our eyes on him, depending on his Spirit to change us from the inside out.

You Came | Week 1 | Isaiah 40

Sun, 03 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT

When our hope rises and falls with circumstances, even ordinary uncertainty can leave us exhausted. Isaiah 40 invites us to look again at the God whose word endures, whose power has no equal, and whose care is as tender as a shepherd’s. This message connects Israel’s promised deliverance with the hope Jesus brings through the cross and resurrection. Lasting hope grows as we place the full weight of our lives on God’s faithfulness. We are encouraged to turn from temporary sources of security, return to Scripture, ask for the Spirit’s help and God’s wisdom, and let an eternal perspective reshape how we live today.

How Do I? | Week 5 | Joshua 6:1-16

Sun, 26 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT

It can be hard to keep following God when nothing seems to be changing. In Joshua 6, Michael Page explores Israel’s patient obedience as they march around Jericho, trusting God before the walls fall. Obedience reveals our hearts, asks us to surrender our own desires, and invites us into what God is doing. The cross and the Holy Spirit give us reason to follow Jesus, even when the outcome remains unseen. We are encouraged to build a consistent, daily walk with Jesus, clear away distractions, and listen through Scripture. As God makes the next step clear, we can take it and entrust the results to him.

How Do I? | Week 4 | Judges 6-7

Sun, 19 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT

What do we do when God’s invitation feels bigger than our courage or ability? Through Gideon’s story in Judges 6–7, this message explores the gap between how we see ourselves and what God calls us to do. God meets Gideon’s fears with his promised presence, patiently builds his confidence, and reduces his army so victory depends on divine strength. Remembering God’s faithfulness, especially at the cross, helps us trust him with what comes next. We are invited to open Scripture, pray, and take the step God places before us, relying on his strength in our weakness and responding to his goodness with grateful worship.

How Do I? | Week 3 | 1 Samuel 3:1-21

Sun, 12 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT

We may want to hear from God and still wonder how to recognize his voice. In 1 Samuel 3, Samuel learns to listen as God draws him into relationship and calls him to speak. This message explores how God guides through Scripture, prayer, other believers, and his work around us, with Scripture as the primary voice and measure of every impression. His guidance draws us closer, changes our hearts, and invites us into his purposes. We are encouraged to prayerfully read the Bible, seek wise community, notice where God is working, and act on what he has already revealed, sharing the gospel as we follow him.

How Do I? | Week 2 | Matthew 6, John 17

Sun, 05 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT

When prayer feels uncertain or burdensome, Jesus invites us to come to the Father with sincere hearts. Drawing from Matthew 6 and John 17, this message explores prayer as the privilege of relationship with a good and holy God. Jesus teaches us to seek the Father’s will and kingdom, and his own prayer reveals a heart for God’s glory, the church’s unity, and people knowing him. We can bring our needs, receive and extend forgiveness, and ask for strength to follow faithfully. As we pray, we are invited to share God’s concern for others and name the people we long to see drawn into relationship with Jesus.

How Do I? | Week 1 | Exodus 33:1-23

Sun, 29 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Life can look full and blessed while our hearts still feel far from God. In Exodus 33, Joey explores Moses’ refusal to move forward without God’s presence and the ways we settle for substitutes: comfort, busyness, influential leaders, or cherished things that crowd God out. The message challenges us to examine the distance created by unconfessed sin and to recognize that material success cannot measure closeness with God. Jesus is our mediator, inviting us into a personal relationship with him. We’re encouraged to set aside distractions, spend ten quiet minutes listening to him, confess what needs to change, and respond to God with willing obedience.

A Better Story | Week 6 | Ephesians 6:10-17

Sun, 22 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT

When old fears and familiar lies shape the way we see ourselves, how do we stand firm? Drawing from Ephesians 6:10–17, this message explores the armor God provides for the daily battle of faith. Our security rests in Christ’s salvation and righteousness, and his Word helps us recognize and resist thoughts that contradict his truth. James 1 brings the response into everyday life: hear the Word, receive it, and do what it says. We’re invited to stop, think, and pray before accepting the messages around us, trusting that God is renewing our minds, equipping us for his purposes, and fighting alongside us through each battle.

A Better Story | Week 5 | Genesis 42, John 8:31-32

Sun, 15 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT

What if the labels you’ve carried for years aren’t the whole truth about you? Through Joseph’s brothers in Genesis 42 and Jesus’ promise in John 8:31–32, Brandon explores how guilt and past experiences can keep us from receiving God’s grace. Joseph’s returned silver becomes a picture of a gift his brothers struggle to accept. In Christ, forgiveness and a new identity are received through faith, and grace empowers a changed life. We’re invited to turn toward God, bring the stories we believe into the light of Scripture, and write down its truths about who we are in Jesus, responding with renewed trust and worship.

A Better Story | Week 4 | Hebrews 12:1-3, Matthew 14:22-34

Sun, 08 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT

When the next step feels impossible, it can be hard to see beyond the storm in front of us. Hebrews 12:1–3 calls us to lay aside what hinders and keep our eyes on Jesus. In Matthew 14, Peter’s steps onto the water reveal both the courage of faith and our need for Christ’s rescuing hand. This message reminds us that Jesus knows where we are, stays near in our struggles, and has the final word in our story. We’re invited to turn toward him, trust his presence through painful circumstances, and keep taking the next faithful step, listening to his Word and doing what he says.

A Better Story | Week 3 | Genesis 37:1-11

Sun, 01 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Have you ever looked at your life and wondered how you got here? Beginning with Joseph and his brothers in Genesis 37:1–11, this message explores how major events, cultural messages, and influential people shape the way we see ourselves and God. Even when those influences leave painful marks, they don’t have to determine the rest of our story. Romans 12:1–2 invites us to let God renew our minds through his truth. We’re encouraged to write honestly about the sore spots in our lives, what caused them, and how they affect us, then bring those conclusions to Scripture and receive the love God has shown through Jesus.

A Better Story | Week 2 | Genesis 37

Sun, 24 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Some memories keep replaying, leaving us exhausted by the feeling that we’ll never be good enough. Beginning in Genesis 37, this message follows Joseph through betrayal, slavery, and prison, reflecting on how God’s promises sustained his sense of belonging and purpose. His story helps us recognize the sore spots where disappointment, comparison, and performance turn into condemnation. Romans 8:1 offers a different foundation: there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus. We’re invited to place our faith in Jesus, find and hold onto God’s promises in Scripture, and surrender the story we’re trying to control, trusting his grace to shape a freer, more hopeful life.

A Better Story | Week 1 | Genesis 3:1–7, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Sun, 17 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The things people say about us, and the mistakes we remember, can shape the story we believe about ourselves. Drawing from Genesis 3 and 2 Corinthians 5:17, this message explores how Jesus restores our relationship with God and gives us a new identity. In Christ, we receive his righteousness, a new heart, and the presence of his Spirit. We’re invited to examine the past experiences that have shaped us and measure them against God’s truth. As we surrender our need to earn acceptance and let Jesus define our worth, we can walk in growing freedom and live for his glory, even amid life’s challenges.

It's All About Jesus | Philippians 3

Sun, 10 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

When faith begins to feel like a list of duties, the joy we once knew can seem far away. In Philippians 3, Paul places everything beside the surpassing worth of knowing Jesus and keeps pressing toward him. This message invites us to examine the religious performance, worldly worries, and misplaced expectations that crowd our relationship with Christ. Our righteousness comes through faith in him, and his Spirit changes us from within. As we return to Scripture, prayer, and worship, we can ask God to renew our desire for him and keep faithfully pursuing the Savior whose love sustains us through the difficulties we face.

Bigger Than Me | Week 5 | Luke 23:32-49

Sun, 03 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

We can become so focused on our own comfort that we overlook people who need the love of Jesus. In Luke 23:32–49, Christ prays for those crucifying him and welcomes a criminal who turns to him in faith. This message invites us to let the cross challenge our pride, materialism, and reluctance to reach beyond familiar circles. The forgiveness Jesus offers calls us to surrender our lives and join his work of making disciples. As we pray for others, encourage them, and live out our faith at home and work, we can help people encounter his grace and take their next step toward him.

Bigger Than Me | Week 4 | 1 Timothy 6:3-19

Sun, 27 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The next purchase can promise satisfaction, yet leave us looking for something more. In 1 Timothy 6, Paul calls us toward godliness with contentment and warns about the love of money. This message invites us to examine what holds our hearts and let gratitude for Jesus shape our generosity. God gave his Son for us, and his Spirit works within us to make us more like him. As we trust his goodness, appreciate what we have, and take a practical step toward giving, we can loosen our grip on possessions and invest in what lasts, sharing in God’s work of bringing people to Christ.

Bigger Than Me | Week 3 | Matthew 7:28-8:4

Sun, 20 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Feeling rejected can make it hard to believe there is a place where we can be honest and welcomed. In Matthew 7:28–8:4, Jesus steps beyond the crowd to touch and cleanse a man with leprosy. This message shows his heart for people who have been pushed aside and calls the church to reflect that same grace. Through his cross and resurrection, Jesus makes a way for us to come near and receive forgiveness. As we surrender our pride, listen to those who are hurting, and share what Christ has done, we can become people others feel safe approaching with their struggles and their need for hope.

Bigger Than Me | Week 2 | Hebrews 10:11-25

Sun, 13 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

We were never meant to carry the challenges of faith alone. In Hebrews 10:11–25, Jesus’ completed sacrifice opens the way for us to draw near to God with confidence and brings us into a shared life of grace. This message invites us to see how much we have in common through Christ: forgiveness, hope, and the Holy Spirit who unites and changes us. As we worship together, encourage one another, and keep gathering, we can stand firm and stir each other toward love and good works. We’re challenged to take a next step into community and share the hope of Jesus wherever he has placed us.

Bigger Than Me | Week 1 | Matthew 11:28-30, Luke 19:1-10

Sun, 06 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

When life already feels heavy, faith can become another burden if we think we have to fix ourselves first. In Matthew 11:28–30, Jesus invites the weary to find rest in him. His welcome of Zacchaeus in Luke 19 shows the grace that reaches people and changes their hearts. This message calls the church to reflect that welcome, trusting the Holy Spirit to do what our own efforts cannot. As we bring our burdens honestly to Jesus and turn toward him, we can also walk alongside others with love, patience, and hope, helping them encounter the Savior who came to seek and save the lost.

By Design | Week 5 | Philippians 1-2

Sun, 30 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT

When relationships become difficult, it’s easy to focus on what we need and overlook the person beside us. Through Philippians 1–2, this message explores a marriage shaped by unity, humility, and the self-giving love of Jesus. Christ took the place of a servant and gave himself for us, showing how love uses its influence to lift others up. His Spirit supplies the power to follow that example. As we return to Scripture, pray honestly, seek encouragement in community, and take obedient steps, we can learn to serve and sacrifice together, allowing our marriages and other relationships to reflect God’s character and point people toward him.

By Design | Week 4 | 1 Thessalonians 4:3–8

Sun, 23 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT

God’s design for intimacy invites us to receive a good gift with trust and care. Beginning in 1 Thessalonians 4:3–8, this message explores sexual holiness, the goodness of sex within marriage, and the call to serve our spouse rather than make desire an idol. Following Jesus shapes how we face temptation, guard our thoughts, and draw strength from Scripture, prayer, the Holy Spirit, and Christian community. God’s grace offers forgiveness for sin and power to live differently; past failure does not put us beyond His reach. We’re invited to turn toward Jesus, receive His renewing grace, and take the next step with others walking beside us.

By Design | Week 3 | Genesis 1:27-28

Sun, 16 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The people closest to us can feel the weight of our words most deeply. Beginning in Genesis 1:27–28, this message explores how our identity and purpose in God shape marriage and every relationship. Sin brings brokenness, insecurity, and shame, but Christ gives believers a new identity and a changed heart. As Jesus teaches, our mouths reveal what fills our hearts. We’re invited to notice where we’ve taken a spouse for granted, release bitterness, and extend the grace we’ve received. Rather than using another person’s wounds against them, we can choose words that build them up, drawing close to Jesus and welcoming others to walk with us.

By Design | Week 2 | Joshua 24:14-15, Philippians 2:1-11

Sun, 09 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easier to put a promise on the wall than to live it out at home. Through Joshua 24:14–15 and Philippians 2:1–11, this message invites us to choose daily what it means to serve the Lord. Jesus’ humility gives marriage a different direction: looking to another’s interests and serving without keeping score. Four priorities guide the conversation: God’s mission, humility, accountability, and bringing God glory. Whether married or single, we can pursue Jesus, welcome loving encouragement, and help others keep growing in their faith. Start with one honest step this week, choosing a practical way to serve, encourage, or refocus your life on Christ.

By Design | Week 1 | Ephesians 5:15–33

Sun, 02 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT

What would change at home if love became a daily practice of serving? In Ephesians 5:15–33, this message connects marriage with a life continually filled by the Spirit: walking wisely, giving thanks, and submitting to one another out of reverence for Christ. Wives are called to respect their husbands, and husbands to love with the self-giving care Jesus shows the church. The teaching explicitly rejects coercion and abuse, describing leadership through care and responsibility. We’re invited to examine our own walk with Jesus, pray together, and seek support where we need it, growing toward a shared life of service, love, and faithfulness over time.

Faith and Fear | Week 7 | Proverbs 3:5–8

Sun, 25 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Fear can leave us standing still when there’s a next step to take. Beginning with Israel’s response to David’s victory, this message turns to Proverbs 3:5–8 and the invitation to trust God wholeheartedly, release our reliance on our own understanding, and submit our ways to him. Philippians 4 points us toward prayer with thanksgiving, bringing our concerns before God and receiving his peace. Trust doesn’t promise easy circumstances, and seeking professional help can be a faithful next step. With Jesus’ victory in view, we’re encouraged to listen, pray, and respond through forgiveness, service, or another concrete act of obedience, letting others walk alongside us.

Faith and Fear | Week 6 | 1 Samuel 17

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT

There are burdens we cannot lift by trying harder. In 1 Samuel 17, Israel’s helplessness before Goliath becomes a picture of our need for a Savior. This message traces how David’s victory points to Jesus, who took our place and defeated sin and death through the cross and resurrection. Drawing on Romans 3 and Hebrews 10, it reminds us that salvation is God’s gift received through faith, and his Spirit changes us from within. We’re invited to respond to what Christ has already done: trust him, take the next step he reveals, and consider baptism, serving others, or letting someone pray and walk with us.

Faith and Fear | Week 5 | 1 Samuel 17:17-19

Sun, 11 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT

A difficult season can leave us wondering where we belong and what comes next. Beginning in 1 Samuel 17:17–19, this message reflects on God’s presence in life’s valleys and the vision that shaped Connection Church. Samuel’s encounter with Saul opens a conversation about receiving our calling from God and using our gifts in his service. The church’s mission is to connect people to a growing relationship with Jesus through community, evangelism, generosity, and serving. We’re invited to seek Christ first, ask where God is calling us to belong, and become fully involved there, sharing the gospel and walking with others through both ordinary days and difficult seasons.

Faith and Fear | Week 4 | 1 Samuel 17:33-40

Sun, 04 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Uncertainty about the future can keep us from taking the step in front of us. In 1 Samuel 17:33–40, David trusts God’s faithfulness and prepares to face Goliath with the tools he knows. Drawing also from Joshua’s journey, this message explores how God’s direction gives purpose and courage to ordinary lives. Our gifts and past experiences can help us recognize where he is inviting us to serve. As we listen through Scripture, persist in prayer, and seek counsel from trusted believers, we can begin with what God has already shown us and take the next obedient step, trusting his faithful presence along the way.

Faith and Fear | Week 3 | 1 Samuel 17:32-37

Sun, 28 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Fear can shake our confidence even when we want to trust God. In 1 Samuel 17:32–37, David remembers how the Lord rescued him from the lion and the bear, giving him courage to face Goliath. This message invites us to remember God’s faithfulness and answer discouraging thoughts with the truth of who we are in him. The cross and resurrection remind us that his goodness reaches beyond what we can see in a difficult moment. As we bring our questions to our loving Father and seek prayer with others, we can keep trusting his care and take the next step, even while fear remains.

Faith and Fear | Week 2 | 1 Samuel 17:25-31

Sun, 21 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

How do we stay tenderhearted when life keeps rubbing us the wrong way? In 1 Samuel 17:25–31, David faces his brother’s criticism without letting it pull him away from what God has called him to do. This message explores the friction within us, between us, and through difficult experiences, then points toward surrender to God and forgiveness shaped by Christ’s grace. Forgiving does not excuse what happened, and submitting to others never requires doing what is harmful or sinful. We’re invited to remember how deeply we’ve been forgiven, anchor our identity in Jesus, and take a first step toward releasing bitterness with the Holy Spirit’s help.

Faith and Fear | Week 1 | 1 Samuel 17:20-26

Sun, 14 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Some obstacles feel so large that taking even one step seems impossible. In 1 Samuel 17:20–26, David sees Goliath in light of the living God while Israel’s army retreats in fear. This message invites us to face our challenges honestly, remember God’s power, and join belief with trust that leads to obedience. Faith can move forward with trembling hands and unanswered questions. Through Scripture, prayer, and surrender, we learn to discern God’s direction rather than simply follow our feelings. Whether the next step is asking for help, beginning to forgive, or trusting Jesus for salvation, we’re encouraged to follow the God who meets us in the struggle.

Sent | Week 3 | Acts 1:1-9

Sun, 07 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The people closest to us and those we’ve never met both matter to God. In Acts 1:1–9, Jesus promises the Holy Spirit’s power and sends his followers as witnesses from Jerusalem to the ends of the earth. This message opens our eyes to God’s heart for every nation, including people who have never heard the gospel. Each of us has a part to play as we learn, go, send, welcome, mobilize, and pray. We’re invited to examine what holds us back, offer our resources, and cross familiar boundaries with Christ’s love. A shared meal, a generous gift, or a faithful prayer can become a response to his call.

Sent | Week 2 | Acts 26

Sun, 30 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

When life has worn us down, the next step can feel beyond our strength. In Acts 26, Paul tells how Jesus met him, rescued him, and appointed him to carry a message of forgiveness and light. His story invites us to recognize the people God has placed within our reach and the mission he has entrusted to us. We can show Christ’s love through service and tell what he has done, trusting the God who has helped us this far. As we remember his faithfulness, we’re encouraged to turn toward Jesus, take our next step of obedience, and make room for him to work through our lives.

Sent | Week 1 | Acts 1:1-8

Sun, 23 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

A busy life of faith can still leave us feeling spiritually dry. In Acts 1:1–8, Jesus tells his disciples to wait for the Holy Spirit, whose power will equip them to be his witnesses. Drawing on Jesus’ promise of living water and Isaiah 58, this message invites us to seek God himself and let his life overflow through us. Genuine nearness to God bears fruit in caring for hungry, hurting, and overlooked people. We’re encouraged to ask for fresh filling, respond to the Spirit’s leading, and meet the needs we see. As God works within us, ordinary days become opportunities to share his love beyond the church doors.

Thy Kingdom Come | Week 4 | Matthew 13:44–46

Sun, 16 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

What is worth giving your whole heart to? In Matthew 13:44–46, the hidden treasure and the precious pearl reveal the surpassing worth of God’s kingdom and the joy of surrendering everything to follow Jesus. Turning to Matthew 23, this Easter message challenges the weight of religious performance and points us toward a living relationship with the risen Christ. He offers forgiveness, changes our hearts through his Spirit, and teaches us to love people with justice, mercy, and faithfulness. We’re invited to come as we are, name what keeps us from following him, and entrust it to Jesus as we learn to walk with him each day.

Thy Kingdom Come | Week 3 | Matthew 13:31-33

Sun, 09 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

When the distance between where we are and where we hope to be feels overwhelming, taking even a small step can be difficult. In Matthew 13:31–33, Jesus compares his kingdom to a mustard seed and yeast, revealing growth that brings lasting change. This message encourages us to welcome small beginnings and trust that God is still at work. As we fix our eyes on Jesus, surrender what holds us back, and deepen our roots in Scripture and Christian community, we can keep moving in his strength. Through simple steps of service, faith, and obedience, his work in us can reach the people around us.

Thy Kingdom Come | Week 2 | Matthew 13:24-30

Sun, 02 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

It’s possible to look the part of a believer while wondering what is really growing in our hearts. In Matthew 13:24–30, Jesus describes wheat and weeds growing together until the harvest, reminding us that final judgment belongs to him. Pastor Dustin invites us to examine our lives in light of the cross, where grace meets our hopelessness and challenges our self-righteousness. The fruit God desires grows from a heart changed by Jesus. As we seek him through Scripture, turn from distractions, and take daily steps of obedience, we can express his love through generosity, service, and sharing the hope of the gospel with others.

Thy Kingdom Come | Week 1 | Matthew 13:1-23

Sun, 26 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Life’s hurts and competing demands can leave our hearts guarded, distracted, or worn down. In Matthew 13:1–23, Jesus’ parable of the sower invites us to consider how we receive God’s Word. This message explores the hard, rocky, thorny, and fruitful places in our hearts, pointing us to the Savior who understands our weakness and can transform us. Growth comes through his Spirit as we surrender to him. We’re invited to listen honestly, bring our wounds to Jesus, and release what keeps us from following him. As we remain close to Christ, we can grow in humility, love, and a faith that bears fruit in others’ lives.

Scandalous | Week 6 | Luke 19:11-27

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy to overlook ordinary opportunities to serve when fear or distraction pulls our attention elsewhere. In Luke 19:11–27, Jesus tells of servants entrusted with a king’s resources while he is away. This message challenges us to live faithfully with the gospel we have received, remembering that our response to Christ carries eternal significance. The king commends trustworthiness, and small acts of faithfulness lead to greater responsibility. As we reflect on the opportunities before us, we’re invited to use our gifts generously, care for people, and share Jesus with courage. Even the simplest task can honor God when we offer it with a willing heart.

Scandalous | Week 5 | Luke 15

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Feeling far from God can leave us wondering whether we could ever find our way home. Through the lost sheep, lost coin, and lost son in Luke 15, Brandon points us to a Father who pursues us and joyfully welcomes us back. We cannot earn this restoration; Jesus has made the way through his death and resurrection. Repentance means a change of mind, heart, and direction as we turn toward him. Whether we have wandered or simply lost the joy of knowing God, we’re invited to return, receive his grace, and nurture that relationship through Scripture, prayer, and worship, celebrating his transforming love with others.

Scandalous | Week 4 | Luke 7:36–50

Sun, 05 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Shame and the fear of what others think can keep us from drawing near to God. In Luke 7:36–50, a woman pours perfume on Jesus’ feet, expressing love for the Savior who has forgiven her. Her grateful worship challenges Simon’s judgment and reminds us that we all need grace. This message invites us to remember what Jesus has done and come confidently into his presence through faith and repentance. As we make time for Scripture, prayer, and worship throughout the week, we can offer him our whole hearts, release the need for others’ approval, and learn to see people with the compassion of Christ.

Scandalous | Week 3 | Mark 2:23–28, Mark 3:1-6

Sun, 26 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT

We can go through the motions of church and still feel empty inside. In Mark 2:23–28 and 3:1–6, Jesus challenges religious judgment and restores a man whose hand is withered. Pastor Jeremy invites us to exchange outward appearances for a living relationship with Christ, who gives rest and changes us from within. We cannot earn our way to God; Jesus has paid the penalty for our sin. As we honestly bring him our need, pursue him through Scripture, and surrender our pride, we can learn to walk alongside struggling people with compassion and share the hope of Jesus in the places we go every day.

Scandalous | Week 2 | Luke 5:27-32

Sun, 19 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT

When regret or weariness makes another step feel impossible, Jesus meets us with an invitation to follow him. In Luke 5:27–32, Levi leaves his tax booth and welcomes Jesus and others into his home. This message reminds us that forgiveness and new life come through what Christ has done, and the Holy Spirit gives us strength to keep walking with him. Following Jesus also changes how we use our time, resources, and relationships, opening opportunities for others to meet him. Wherever we find ourselves today, we can turn toward the God who pursues us, leave behind what hinders us, and take the next step of faith.

Scandalous | Week 1 | Luke 4:14–30

Sun, 12 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT

When the world feels divided, it can be tempting to retreat into what feels familiar and safe. In Luke 4:14–30, Jesus announces good news, freedom, and God’s favor, then challenges his hometown’s expectations by pointing to God’s care for outsiders. This message invites us to remember our own need for grace and trust the Savior who paid our debt of sin. Through the Holy Spirit, God empowers his people to carry that hope beyond comfortable circles. Today, we can notice those who are hurting, welcome people different from us, and walk alongside them with compassion, trusting God to change hearts as we share the good news.

Everyday Christian | Week 5 | 1 Peter 5

Sun, 05 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Trying to carry everything ourselves can leave us worn down before the day begins. In 1 Peter 5:5–11, we are invited to humble ourselves, give our anxieties to the God who cares for us, and stand firm against the enemy. This message reminds us that following Jesus involves a daily struggle, but Christ has already won the victory through his death and resurrection. His grace meets our weakness, and his promise to restore and strengthen us gives hope beyond present suffering. As we pray, read Scripture, and depend on him together, we can face temptation with watchfulness and live with honesty, courage, and love wherever he places us.

Everyday Christian | Week 4 | 1 Peter 2:11-3:15

Sun, 29 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Difficult relationships can reveal how much we need the grace we hope to show others. In 1 Peter 2:11–3:15, we are called to live for God’s kingdom, letting our conduct make the gospel visible. Jesus bore our sins and entrusted himself to God, opening the way for forgiveness and a different way of living. This message calls us to honor authority while obeying God, practice mutual respect in marriage, and answer hostility with compassion. It also makes clear that submission does not require remaining in abuse. Through the Holy Spirit, we can turn from sin, release condemnation, and share the hope of Christ with gentleness and respect.

Everyday Christian | Week 3 | Mark 4:35-41

Sun, 22 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

An unexpected storm can leave us wondering whether God sees what we are carrying. In Mark 4:35–41, frightened disciples wake Jesus as their boat fills with water, and his voice brings calm. This message invites us to bring our fears honestly to the Savior who is with us and has already secured our hope through the cross. We may face burdens beyond our own strength, but we can entrust them to his care. As we remember God’s faithfulness, ask for help in our doubts, and surrender our lives to him each day, his peace can steady our hearts and offer hope to the people around us.

Everyday Christian | Week 2 | 1 Peter 1:13-25

Sun, 15 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

We can notice what needs changing on the outside while overlooking what is happening in our hearts. In 1 Peter 1:13–25, the call to holiness begins with hope in the grace of Jesus. His sacrifice makes us clean, and his Spirit changes us from within as we keep our eyes on him. Remembering the cost of our redemption renews our reverence for God and our desire to reflect his character. We are invited to surrender the areas he brings to light, leave old patterns behind, and keep moving forward together, loving one another deeply and helping those who stumble take their next step in faith.

Everyday Christian | Week 1 | 1 Peter 1:1-13

Sun, 08 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

When life moves faster than we can manage, peace can feel far away. In 1 Peter 1:1–13, we discover a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus and an inheritance God keeps secure. Trials still bring real grief, yet God can use them to deepen our faith and shape us to reflect Christ. His love gives us reason to trust him beyond what we can see. As we set our hope on his grace, we are invited to bring our burdens to him in prayer, remember what lasts forever, and share the joy of this hope with others, even while we walk through difficult days.

The Best Is Yet To Come | Ephesians 3:14-21

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

A fresh start can stir our hopes, but lasting change calls us to depend on God and walk with others. In Ephesians 3:14–21, Paul prays for believers to be strengthened by the Spirit, rooted in love, and filled with the fullness of God. We are invited to make room for that relationship through honest prayer, Scripture, and the encouragement of fellow believers. Because Jesus has paid for our sin, we can receive forgiveness and seek his help to forgive others. Even in seasons of sorrow, his presence gives us hope to keep moving forward, trusting the God whose power reaches beyond what we can imagine.

The Way | Week 3 Christmas Eve | Philippians 2:1-11

Sat, 24 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Trying to hold everything together on our own can leave us weary, even in our faith. Philippians 2:1–11 draws our attention to Jesus, who humbled himself as a servant and gave his life on the cross. He came to do what we could never do for ourselves, answering our need for salvation. As we worship him as Lord, his love transforms us from within and empowers our obedience. This Christmas message invites us to release control, trust the Savior who loves us, and take our next step with him, allowing his humility and compassion to shape the way we treat the people around us.

The Way | Week 2 | Luke 2:1-20

Sun, 18 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy to wonder whether our mistakes leave us with anything worth offering. In Luke 2:1–20, shepherds receive the good news of Jesus, go to see him, and share what they have heard and seen. Pastor Jon reminds us that God can work through imperfect people and that our influence is not measured by status. As we listen through Scripture, prayer, and the wisdom of other believers, we are invited to recognize what Christ has done in our lives and share it with others. His grace frees us to take a next step, serving the people around us and carrying his hope into everyday life.

The Way | Week 1 | Matthew 2:1-12

Sun, 11 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Waiting can feel especially heavy when everyone around us seems ready to celebrate. In Matthew 2:1–12, the wise men worship Jesus as King while Herod sees a threat to his control. Justin invites us to welcome the King who has made a way back to God and promises to return to make all things new. Even while we grieve and wait, Jesus is with us, and his endurance at the cross shows us how to keep going. We can bring our struggles to him in prayer, receive support from others, and fix our eyes on his faithful presence, finding hope without pretending that our pain has disappeared.

As One | Week 3 | Joshua 24:14-15

Sun, 04 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Family life can feel messy, especially when the people around us seem to have everything together. In Joshua 24:14–15, Joshua’s decision to serve the Lord calls us to consider what is shaping our homes. Pastor Billy invites us to build our lives on a growing relationship with Jesus, allowing that foundation to shape our marriages, parenting, and work. Through daily prayer, mutual service, honest repentance, and Christian community, we can model a faith that depends on God’s grace. Whether we are raising children or investing in others, we’re challenged to examine our priorities and take one practical step toward helping those around us know Christ.

As One | Week 2 | 1 Samuel 1:7-28, 1 Samuel 2:1-2

Sun, 27 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Carrying a painful burden can feel even lonelier when others don’t understand. In 1 Samuel 1–2, Hannah pours out her anguish to God, receives peace, and later keeps her promise to dedicate Samuel to him. Her story offers encouragement to women and to everyone facing difficulties: hardship does not mean God has stopped loving us. This message invites us to pray honestly, depend on Christ’s strength, and trust his care even when circumstances remain unchanged. As we keep our word, praise God, and support one another with understanding, we can help our families see what it means to walk with Jesus through real struggles.

As One | Week 1 | 1 Samuel 1:1-11

Sun, 20 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The people closest to us learn about our faith through the way we treat them each day. In 1 Samuel 1:1–11, Pastor Joey considers Elkanah’s worship and love for Hannah, calling men to grow in humility, compassion, and responsibility. Jesus’ sacrificial love gives husbands an example to follow, while his grace makes a changed life possible. This message invites men to lead through service, speak with care, and take an active role in raising their children. As we deepen our relationship with God, pray with those we love, and practice his Word, our homes can become places where others see the love of Christ.

Holy Ghost | Week 3 | Acts 4:32-5:11

Sun, 13 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Trying to impress others can leave us hiding the very parts of ourselves that need God’s grace. In Acts 4:32–5:11, the early church’s generosity stands beside the sobering judgment on Ananias and Sapphira’s deception. This message explores the seriousness of hypocrisy and the Holy Spirit’s power to change our hearts. Through Jesus’ sacrifice, God offers the grace we cannot produce for ourselves. We’re invited to let him examine our motives, turn from comparison, and surrender what fear keeps us holding back. As the Spirit shapes us, we can grow in honest community, generous service, and a reverence for God that reaches into everyday life.

Holy Ghost | Week 2 | Acts 4:23-31

Sun, 06 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When life feels uncertain, prayer can become a search for answers we cannot find. In Acts 4:23–31, threatened believers turn together to God and receive courage through the Holy Spirit. Pastor Cody explores prayer marked by reverence, Scripture, hope, and thankfulness, reminding us that Jesus’ cross makes this relationship with God possible. These qualities grow as the Spirit shapes us. God may leave circumstances unchanged while giving us peace and strength within them. We’re invited to bring our struggles honestly, surrender daily, and pray for those who oppose us, allowing the Spirit to make our witness bold, peaceful, and full of the love of Jesus.

Holy Ghost | Week 1| Acts 1:1-8, Acts 2:1-4, Acts 2:38-39

Sun, 30 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Trying to follow Jesus in our own strength can leave us tired and unsure how to move forward. Through Acts 1–2, this message introduces the Holy Spirit as God’s personal presence, given to believers to shape their lives and empower their witness. The Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead helps ordinary people continue his work, growing in character and carrying the gospel near and far. We’re invited to acknowledge our need, turn toward Christ, and surrender to the Spirit each day. As we wait on God, seek him in prayer, and receive support from others, we can learn to live with his strength and courage.

Dark Corners | Week 5 | Matthew 25

Sun, 23 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Busy days can hide a deeper question about what we are doing with the life God has given us. In Matthew 25:14–30, Jesus’ parable of the talents calls us to faithful stewardship in light of his return and judgment. Pastor Buck points to the cross as God’s gracious investment in us and reminds us that the Holy Spirit changes hearts we cannot fix ourselves. We’re invited to examine our priorities and respond with willing obedience. As we make room for Scripture and prayer, care for our families, serve the church, and share the gospel, we can use what God has entrusted to us with eternal purpose.

Dark Corners | Week 4 | Galatians 3:23–29

Sun, 16 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Feeling judged before we are known can make it hard to believe we belong. In Galatians 3:23–29, we find a shared identity as God’s children through faith in Jesus. This message confronts prejudice by reminding us that every person bears God’s image, needs his grace, and comes to the same cross. Christ’s sacrifice reconciles us to God and breaks down the hostility that divides us from one another. We’re invited to examine our hearts, turn from assumptions about race, status, or background, and welcome others as we have been welcomed. Together, we can reflect a diverse church united in Christ and share his hope with all nations.

Dark Corners | Week 3 | Romans 12:1-2

Sun, 02 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Repeated patterns of thought can shape our days before we realize how much they influence us. Drawing from Romans 12:1–2 and Hebrews 4, this message invites us to let God renew our minds through his grace, his Word, and his presence. Jesus understands our weakness and has made a way for us to approach God with confidence. We can bring hidden struggles to him without first making ourselves worthy. The message also recognizes that anxiety may require medical care. As we pause, consider what Scripture says, and pray, we can keep turning toward Christ, trusting his Spirit to change us from the inside out.

Dark Corners | Week 2 | James 4:1-10

Sun, 25 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Pride can hide beneath the need to look capable, win an argument, or keep our struggles out of sight. In James 4:1–10, we see how selfish desires strain our relationships with God and one another. Yet God gives more grace, meeting us with a hope greater than our pride. This message points to Jesus’ humility at the cross and invites us to surrender our lives to him each day. Through prayer, Scripture, and trusted Christian community, we can welcome correction without condemnation, turn from sin, and draw near to God. His Spirit gives us strength to walk humbly and notice the needs of others.

The Win | Week 4 | 2 Corinthians 9

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Worry about having enough can make generosity feel like a risk we cannot afford. In 2 Corinthians 9, Paul shows how giving grows from a heart changed by God’s grace. Jesus gave himself so we could receive forgiveness and a relationship with God, and his generosity becomes our motivation to care for others. This message invites us to give willingly and cheerfully, trusting God as our provider. What he supplies equips us for further generosity. As we pray about our next step, support the work of the gospel, and meet real needs, our giving can bring thanksgiving to God and draw his people together in love.

The Win | Week 3 | Matthew 28:16–20

Sun, 04 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Wanting to share our faith can quickly give way to fear of rejection or questions we cannot answer. In Matthew 28:16–20, Jesus sends his disciples to make disciples of all nations and promises to be with them. This message reminds us that his love and the Holy Spirit’s power equip us to take part in that calling. We can begin with the people already in our lives, praying for opportunities and sharing what Jesus has done. As we grow through Scripture and Christian community, we’re encouraged to speak honestly, admit what we do not know, and walk alongside others while trusting God to bring salvation.

The Win | Week 2 | 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Sun, 28 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

We can long for community while allowing comparison, old hurts, or the need for control to keep others at a distance. In 1 Corinthians 3:1–9, Paul challenges jealousy and division, reminding believers that servants plant and water while God gives growth. This message calls us to mature together around the cross of Christ, respecting one another’s different gifts and shared worth. In seasons of hardship, we need people who will help carry our burdens. As we gather around Scripture, pray honestly, serve alongside others, and offer gentle correction without condemnation, we can build a community where faith grows and God’s mercy becomes visible in everyday life.

The Win | Week 1 | 1 Corinthians 12

Sun, 21 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy to drift through life or wonder whether we have anything meaningful to offer. In 1 Corinthians 12, Paul describes a body with many parts, each gifted by the same Spirit for the common good. This message reminds us that every believer has a place in Christ’s church, and every person’s service matters. Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, we receive grace that changes our hearts and creates a desire to serve. We’re invited to trust him with what we have, value one another’s different gifts, and take a practical step of service in our families, church, workplaces, and communities, depending daily on the Holy Spirit.

God, Honestly | Week 6 | Psalm 23:1-4

Sun, 14 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

A familiar season can become uncertain before we feel ready for the next step. In Psalm 23:1–4, David speaks of a Shepherd who cares, provides, guides, and stays close through the darkest valley. This message invites us to trust God’s faithfulness as we follow the purpose he has given us. His love reaches imperfect people, giving us courage to keep growing even after we stumble. As we seek his guidance in Scripture and prayer, we can bring our uncertainties honestly, thank him for his provision, and take the next step with Jesus, remembering that his presence goes with us through the changing seasons of life.

God, Honestly | Week 5 | Psalm 51, Luke 15:17-24

Sun, 07 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The weight of guilt can leave us hiding, making excuses, or wondering whether we have wandered too far. Through the returning son in Luke 15:17–24 and David’s prayer in Psalm 51, this message shows repentance as an invitation to come home to God. His mercy meets us as we honestly acknowledge our sin and trust Jesus, who bore its judgment at the cross. Restoration is his work, renewing our hearts and restoring the joy of knowing him. We’re invited to turn toward God each day, surrender what breaks our fellowship with him, and respond with sincere worship, sharing the hope of his grace with others.

God, Honestly | Week 4 | Psalm 33:16-19

Sun, 31 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Admitting weakness can feel risky when we are used to proving that we can manage on our own. Psalm 33:16–19 turns our hope toward God’s unfailing love, and Paul’s experience in 2 Corinthians 12 shows grace meeting weakness with Christ’s strength. This message invites us to find our security in Jesus, whose sacrifice covers the past we cannot repair ourselves. God may work in us while a difficult circumstance remains. As we surrender daily, pray honestly, and share our struggles with trustworthy believers, we can begin a patient process of growth, allowing our dependence on God to encourage others who also need his grace.

God, Honestly | Week 3 | Psalm 34:1–10

Sun, 24 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When our own strength runs out, admitting we need help can be the hardest step. In Psalm 34:1–10, David invites us to praise God, seek his presence, and take refuge in his goodness through difficult seasons. This message points to Jesus’ victory at the cross and the Holy Spirit’s work of shaping us to become more like him. Trusting God makes room for ongoing struggles and needed medical help. We’re invited to pray honestly, receive support from others, and take the next obedient step. As we remember his faithfulness and worship together, we can learn to depend on the Savior who sustains us through trouble.

God, Honestly | Week 2 | Psalm 103:1–22

Sun, 17 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Distractions and heavy burdens can make it easy to forget how faithfully God has cared for us. In Psalm 103, David calls his soul to praise the Lord and remember his forgiveness, compassion, and steadfast love. This message points to Jesus, who takes our sin and shame and welcomes us into a relationship with the Father. God understands our weakness and continues his work of making us whole, with its fullness still ahead in Christ. As we remember his past faithfulness, surrender our burdens, and help others who stumble, we can take our next steps with gratitude, trusting his love through the difficulties of life.

God, Honestly | Week 1 | Psalm 63

Sun, 10 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When life is disrupted, even familiar ways of connecting with God can begin to feel distant. In Psalm 63, David longs for God in the wilderness, finding satisfaction in his steadfast love. Pastor Cody invites us to examine what we desire and remember that God remains present when we struggle to sense him. Our devotion begins with his faithful love, shown through Jesus’ death on the cross. As we bring our questions honestly, remember his past faithfulness, and return to prayer, Scripture, and worship, we can grow in dependence on him. Even while difficulties remain, we can seek God where we are and receive encouragement from others.

Built to Last | Week 5 | 1 Peter 1:22–25, 1 Peter 2:1–10

Sun, 03 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

We can spend years around church and still wonder how to grow when life becomes difficult. In 1 Peter 1:22–2:10, believers are called to love one another deeply and long for God’s living Word as he builds them together around Jesus, the cornerstone. This message encourages us to receive the forgiveness and belonging Christ has already given, allowing that grace to shape our choices. Growth comes through his Spirit and his Word. As we turn from envy, deception, and hurtful speech, make Scripture part of our daily lives, and love people beyond our familiar circles, we can become a stronger, more faithful community in him.

Built to Last | Week 4 | 1 Peter 2:9-10

Sun, 26 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Words spoken over us and mistakes behind us can make it hard to believe our lives matter. In 1 Peter 2:9–10, God calls believers his chosen people, a royal priesthood, and his own possession. This message invites us to receive that identity through Jesus, whose death and resurrection bring forgiveness and new life. His Spirit renews our minds and gives us a purpose: making his goodness known. As we return to Scripture, challenge the lies that diminish our worth, and encourage one another, we can move beyond simply hearing the Word and take practical steps to serve others and share the hope of Christ.

Built to Last | Week 3 | 1 Peter 2:9

Sun, 19 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Some days, worship feels natural. Other days, our hearts feel distracted or tired. Drawing from 1 Peter 2:9 and Romans 12:1, this message invites us to remember why we worship: God has chosen us, made us his own, and brought us from darkness into light through Jesus. Worship becomes a response to his mercy that embraces all of life. As we pray, give thanks, and surrender our daily choices to him, we can gather ready to seek his presence. We’re encouraged to reflect gratefully on Christ’s sacrifice and respond freely to God, trusting his goodness even when strong feelings or familiar music are absent.

Built to Last | Week 2 | 1 Peter 2:1-5, Romans 15:1-7

Sun, 12 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Walking into church can feel daunting when we wonder whether there is room for our wounds and imperfections. In 1 Peter 2:1–5 and Romans 15:1–7, believers are pictured as living stones, built together through Jesus and called to welcome one another as he welcomes us. This message explores the acceptance, purpose, and new identity we receive in Christ. Grace invites growth, including patient, loving correction that seeks restoration. As we turn from harmful words, hunger for Scripture, and use our strengths to support others, we can help create a community where people belong, grow, and make the love of Jesus visible in everyday life.

Built to Last | Week 1 | 1 Peter 2:1-10

Sun, 05 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When faith feels weary, trying harder can leave us even more exhausted. In 1 Peter 2:1–10, Jesus is the precious cornerstone on whom God builds a living people. This message calls us to depend on the Holy Spirit for the life and character we cannot produce ourselves. Received through faith in Christ, the Spirit continues to fill and strengthen believers as they surrender to him. Drawing also from Acts, we are invited to hunger for God’s presence, seek prayer, and offer him every single part of our lives. The struggle may continue, but we can walk together in the power and freedom Jesus gives.

Promises | Week 6 | Hebrews 8:1-6

Sun, 29 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Trying to earn God’s approval can turn prayer and worship into an exhausting routine. In Hebrews 8:1–6, Jesus is revealed as the great high priest who brings us into a better covenant. This message traces how the priesthood, sacrifices, and law point toward his completed work. Through his death and resurrection, Jesus offers forgiveness and a personal relationship with God. His Spirit gives us new hearts, enabling a life of selfless love and obedience. We’re invited to draw near with confidence, reading Scripture and praying because God already loves us, and allowing his grace to shape how we live and care for one another.

Promises | Week 5 | John 4:1-26

Sun, 22 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

We can keep looking for acceptance and still feel thirsty inside. In John 4, Jesus meets the Samaritan woman at the well and offers living water that reaches her deepest spiritual need. This message invites us to discover the satisfaction and new identity found in a relationship with him. Jesus meets us in our brokenness, and his cross opens the way to receive God’s love. Transformation unfolds as his Spirit works within us. As we turn from sin, return our attention to Christ, and trust what his Word says about us, our own stories of grace can help others come to know him too.

Promises | Week 4 | Revelation 21:1–7, Romans 8:18–30

Sun, 15 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Waiting for things to get better can leave us wondering where hope belongs. In Romans 8:18–30 and Revelation 21:1–7, this message places our present suffering beside God’s promise to make all things new. God works for the good of those who love him, shaping them into Christ’s likeness and preparing them for lasting glory. That promise does not make today’s pain insignificant. While we wait, the Spirit strengthens us and intercedes when words fail, and fellow believers can walk alongside us. We’re invited to receive their encouragement, pray together, keep turning toward Jesus, and hold patiently to the future he has promised his people.

Promises | Week 3 | Hebrews 13:1-6

Sun, 08 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Fear can follow us through illness, loss, or uncertainty about tomorrow. In Hebrews 13:1–6, Pastor Joey explores God’s promise to remain with his people and help them live with confidence. That assurance shapes everyday choices: loving fellow believers, welcoming strangers, caring for those who suffer, honoring marriage, and finding contentment beyond possessions. We are called to reflect the undeserved love Christ has shown us. Continued illness or unanswered hopes do not mean someone has weaker faith. God accompanies his people through grief and points them toward eternal life. We’re invited to bring our fears to Christ, seek prayer, and practice faithful, compassionate love today.

Promises | Week 2 | Matthew 6:25–34; 6:9–13, Philippians 4:6–7

Sun, 01 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Worry can keep circling even when we know the right answers. Through Matthew 6 and Philippians 4:6–7, Jon invites us to bring our needs to a Father who knows and cares for us. The Lord’s Prayer helps us remember God’s character, depend on his provision, and surrender control. His peace can meet us amid trouble; the cross and resurrection give us reason to hope when circumstances remain painful. Receiving medical treatment for anxiety is compatible with faith. As we pray openly with thanksgiving, return regularly to Scripture, and let others support us, we can learn to trust God’s goodness one day at a time.

Promises | Week 1 | 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, Genesis 1:1-3

Sun, 24 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

It can be easier to believe God loves someone else than to receive that love ourselves. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5:17–21 and Genesis 1, this message explores the new life God creates through Christ. Jesus bears our sin so that we can be reconciled to God, and his Spirit begins patiently reshaping our desires. Becoming new does not mean becoming instantly perfect. We can receive correction without living under condemnation. As we turn daily toward Jesus, confess to someone trustworthy, make wrongs right, and welcome the truth of his Word, we’re invited to live from his grace and share that reconciling love with others.

Go | Week 3 | Isaiah 29:13, Matthew 23

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Keeping up appearances can leave us exhausted and make it harder for others to see Jesus. Through Isaiah 29:13 and Christ’s warnings in Matthew 23, this message asks whether our words reflect what is happening in our hearts. Jesus exposes hypocrisy, misplaced priorities, and outward religion that neglects justice, mercy, and faithfulness. His grace also invites us into a relationship that changes us from within. We don’t have to pretend to be perfect. As we admit our failures, keep our promises, care for people, and surrender the areas we’ve held back, we can grow in an honest everyday faith that points others toward Christ.

Go | Week 2 | Acts 4:32-37

Sun, 10 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Our desire to have enough can quietly crowd out the needs of people around us. In Acts 4:32–37, the first believers share their possessions as God’s grace works powerfully among them and the apostles proclaim Jesus’ resurrection. This message explores how the gospel reshapes our priorities, our trust, and our generosity. Everything we have can become an opportunity to serve. Rather than requiring everyone to sell everything, the invitation is to hold our time, energy, and resources open to God. As we receive his patient love, examine our hearts, and respond to real needs, we can help others encounter the good news of Jesus.

Go | Week 1 | Matthew 28:16-20

Sun, 03 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

In Matthew 28:16–20, the risen Jesus sends his followers to make disciples of all nations, promising his authority and presence as they go. That mission begins as the Holy Spirit opens our hearts to see who Jesus is and respond in worship. Fear, doubt, confusion and feelings of inadequacy can keep us from sharing our faith, but worship helps us see God more clearly than the obstacles before us. We are invited to become apprentices of Jesus, learning his teaching, following his example and helping others do the same. Strengthened by his Spirit, we can step beyond the church walls with confidence in his power.

Everything Changed | Week 4 | Acts 16

Sun, 27 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

It’s possible to have a full life on the outside and still feel something is missing. In Acts 16, Lydia, an enslaved girl, and a jailer encounter Jesus’ power in very different circumstances. This message explores how he opens hearts, breaks bondage, and brings people into a life shaped by faith. Change may unfold one step at a time as we follow him; becoming a Christian doesn’t make us a finished project. We’re invited to receive what Jesus has done, open our hearts to his transforming work, and respond in obedience. For those who believe, baptism publicly expresses that faith; the water itself does not save.

Everything Changed | Week 3 | Acts 10

Sun, 20 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Some walls are easy to see; others live in our assumptions, pride, or sense that we are too far from God. In Acts 10, God brings Peter and Cornelius together and reveals that his grace reaches people across cultural boundaries. Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, sin’s barrier is broken, forgiveness is offered through faith, and the Holy Spirit gives life and strength. Jesus bears sin’s judgment and gathers believers into one people. We’re invited to admit our need for a Savior, welcome those we might overlook, and carry the gospel beyond church walls. Respond with your next step of obedience, including baptism as a public expression of faith.

Everything Changed | Week 2 | Acts 9

Sun, 13 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

It can be hard to believe that a hardened heart could ever change, especially when the person is someone we know well. Acts 9 tells how Jesus interrupted Saul’s violent pursuit of Christians and gave his life a new direction. This message explores grace that arrives unexpectedly, rests in God’s purpose, and calls us to respond in faith. Drawing on Ephesians 2, it reminds us that salvation is God’s gift, never something we earn through good works. Saul’s story encourages us to keep praying, share our faith, and obey God even when we feel reluctant. Bring him the sins you struggle with and take your next step toward him.

Everything Changed | Week 1 | Luke 19:1-10

Sun, 06 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Sometimes the very things that make us feel unworthy also reveal how deeply we need Jesus. In Luke 19:1–10, Zacchaeus climbs a tree to see him and receives a welcome that changes his life. His generosity and willingness to repay those he has cheated reveal a heart being transformed by grace. This message invites us to pursue Jesus, respond to him today, and allow his Spirit to change us from the inside out. Repentance becomes an ongoing way of life as we turn from sin toward God. Ask him what needs to change, surrender the obstacles you’ve been carrying, and take the next step he places before you.

Behind Enemy Lines | Week 9 | 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24

Sun, 28 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Following Jesus gets harder when we try to carry every struggle alone. In 1 Thessalonians 5:12–24, Paul describes a church where leaders serve faithfully and people help one another keep going. This message calls us to welcome those who have wandered, encourage the discouraged, support the weak, and practice patience. Prayer, gratitude, and worship become part of everyday life, grounded in God’s unchanging character through changing circumstances. We’re encouraged to remain open to the Holy Spirit while testing what we hear and holding to what is good. Take a step toward community, offer someone practical encouragement, and trust the faithful God who is making his people more like Jesus.

Behind Enemy Lines | Week 8 | 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Sun, 21 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT

It’s easy to slip into going through the motions, even in our faith. In 1 Thessalonians 5:1–11, Paul calls believers to live awake and ready for Jesus’ return, whose timing remains unknown. This message takes the coming judgment seriously while reminding us that Christ bore sin’s punishment and gives salvation to those who trust him. Our security rests in his finished work, and gratitude for that grace moves us to follow him. We’re invited to live as children of light, strengthened by faith, love, and hope. Receive his forgiveness, surrender what holds you back, and encourage others as you pursue Jesus in the ordinary moments of each day.

Behind Enemy Lines | Week 7 | 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Sun, 14 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT

When life feels overwhelming, hope can seem difficult to hold onto. In 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, Paul comforts believers who are grieving by pointing them to Jesus’ death, resurrection, and promised return. Those who belong to Christ will be raised to life and remain with him forever. This message invites us to place our deepest hope in that promise, even when relationships, health, or circumstances disappoint us. The assurance of God’s presence gives us reason to keep going through real sorrow and uncertainty. Consider where you’ve been looking for security, turn your heart toward Jesus, and let others pray with you as you encourage one another in this lasting hope.

Behind Enemy Lines | Week 6 | 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Sun, 07 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Repeating the same mistakes can leave us wondering whether lasting change is possible. In 1 Thessalonians 4:1–8, Paul urges believers to keep growing in holiness, including sexual integrity and care that refuses to exploit others. This message takes sin’s consequences seriously while reminding us that obedience grows from God’s love already given in Christ. We depend on the Holy Spirit as we learn to live in that new identity. We’re invited to bring Jesus both our sin and the broken places beneath it, seek our security in him, and let his Word guide our choices. Growth continues as we repent, receive his grace, and take another faithful step.

Behind Enemy Lines | Week 5 | 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13

Sun, 31 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

We may hope that following Jesus will make life comfortable, then wonder what has gone wrong when hardship comes. In 1 Thessalonians 2:17–3:13, Paul encourages a church facing opposition to stand firm in faith. Dallas Wilson explores the reality of spiritual opposition, the call to surrender ourselves, and the suffering that accompanies discipleship. Christ’s forgiveness moves us to live for his glory and share the gospel. His presence remains our hope through pain; suffering does not mean he is punishing his children. We’re invited to bring our comforts and priorities before Jesus, stay rooted in prayer and Scripture, and take a faithful step toward serving others and making him known.

Behind Enemy Lines | Week 4 | 1 Thessalonians 2:1-13

Sun, 24 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

We may feel too ordinary or too marked by our past to help someone else follow Jesus. In 1 Thessalonians 2:1–13, Pastor Billy explores Paul’s example of leadership shaped by dependence on God, sincere motives, and deep care for people. The Holy Spirit gives believers the desire and strength to serve. Leading means sharing our lives, practicing what we teach, and encouraging others as they grow. It requires humility and integrity, with no place for greed or manipulation. We’re invited to notice the people already within our influence, take a step toward faithfully serving them, and find joy in seeing their faith become stronger.

Behind Enemy Lines | Week 3 | 1 Thessalonians 1:2-10

Sun, 17 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Sharing our faith can feel intimidating, especially when we know how much growing we still have to do. In 1 Thessalonians 1:2–10, the Thessalonian church receives the gospel through the Holy Spirit and becomes an example whose faith reaches others. This message invites us to imitate Jesus and help others follow him. We grow into the identity Christ has already given, trusting his death and resurrection to free us from sin and coming judgment. As we keep turning toward God, serve generously, and build relationships, we can speak the good news with courage, allowing our words and our everyday lives to point toward him.

Behind Enemy Lines | Week 2 | 1 Thessalonians 1:1-3

Sun, 10 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Faith can become familiar enough that we stop asking how it shapes the world around us. In 1 Thessalonians 1:1–3, Paul celebrates work produced by faith, labor prompted by love, and endurance inspired by hope. This message reminds us that the church is a people made new through the Father’s love, Christ’s work, and the Spirit’s power. Every believer has a meaningful part to play. Our service grows from salvation freely received through Jesus. As we examine our priorities, welcome God’s loving correction, and take the next step of obedience, we can love others actively and keep going with hope rooted in his promises.

Behind Enemy Lines | Week 1 | Acts 17:1-9

Sun, 03 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Disappointment, fear, and exhaustion can make it difficult to keep following Jesus. Drawing from Paul’s ministry in Acts 17 and the encouragement of Hebrews 12, this message invites us to stay faithful through opposition. Faith can take a step even while fear remains. Perseverance also makes room for rest, appropriate medical care, and releasing responsibilities that are not ours to carry. We draw strength from God’s work, companions who encourage us, and Jesus, who endured the cross and understands our pain. As we fix our attention on him, we can receive his grace and take the next step of faith with renewed hope today.

5 Things that will Improve Your Relationships | Philippians 1:27-2:18

Sun, 27 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Healthy relationships grow as we let Jesus work in us and through us. In Philippians 1:27–2:18, Paul calls the church to stand together for the gospel and follow Christ’s humble example. This message invites us to experience Jesus, serve as he served, give him first place, expect his presence, and embrace his purpose. As we value others above ourselves and lay aside grumbling and selfish ambition, our shared life can shine with the hope of the gospel. These changes begin with surrender to God’s power and love. We can take our next step by seeking Jesus and serving the people around us.

Christmas at Connection 2015 | Luke 1:26–38

Thu, 24 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT

When fear, shame, or difficult circumstances leave us feeling alone, Christmas reminds us that God comes near. Through Gabriel’s visit to Mary in Luke 1:26–38, this message invites us to receive the love revealed in Jesus. God’s grace is an undeserved gift, and his love reaches imperfect people, bringing forgiveness and change from the inside out. Mary’s willingness to trust God becomes an invitation for us to surrender our own lives to him. Whatever burdens we carry, we can place them in the hands of the Savior who loves us and take a step toward a real, growing relationship with Jesus.

The Drink Offering | Philippians 2:16-17

Sun, 20 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Ever wonder whether the small things you do for others really matter? In Philippians 2:16-17, Paul describes his life as a drink offering poured out alongside the faith and service of others. This message explores how quiet faithfulness, from a welcoming handshake to sharing a meal, can point people to Jesus. Following the picture of the drink offering through Scripture, we are reminded that our significance begins with God's love, and our service responds to the grace we have received. Be encouraged to trust Christ with your past, embrace the purpose he gives you, and take the next opportunity to serve with joy.

Happily Never After | Week 5 | Genesis 2:23-25, Ephesians 5

Sun, 13 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT

What do we do when marriage falls short of what we hoped? Drawing on Genesis 2:23-25 and Ephesians 5, this message invites us to pursue Jesus together and nurture marriage with honesty, sacrificial love, and daily care. The story of Adam and Eve exposes our tendency to hide and try to fix ourselves, while God's pursuit offers hope for a fresh response. We are challenged to surrender control, ask God to change our own hearts, and put love into practice in ordinary ways. Whether married or single, come ready to bring your struggles to Christ and seek the strength to follow him.

Happily Never After | Week 4 | Mark 3:20–35

Sun, 06 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT

What does it mean to belong to God's family? In Mark 3:20–35, Jesus describes his family as those who do God's will. This message invites us into a personal relationship with Christ that reshapes who we are and how we live. As we consider the response of Jesus' relatives and the religious teachers, we are challenged to examine our priorities and respond wholeheartedly to him. Prayer, rest, and reaching people we might otherwise overlook become practical expressions of that commitment. Come ready to let Jesus change your heart, guide your family life, and move you toward others with the love he has shown you.

Happily Never After | Week 3 | Genesis 3:1-13

Sun, 29 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT

What voices shape the way you see yourself? In Genesis 3:1-13, the serpent's deception opens a conversation about the lies women face around worth, appearance, comparison, and perfection. Through an honest panel discussion, this message explores how fear and the search for approval can shape relationships and keep us from living freely in everyday life. The invitation is to discover our worth in Christ, let God's Word renew our thinking, and seek people who will pray and walk alongside us. Bring your past, insecurities, and hopes to Jesus, remembering that you are God's creation: loved, forgivable, and made for a purpose.

Happily Never After | Week 2 | Genesis 2:15-18, Genesis 3:1-13

Sun, 22 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT

What does it mean to become the man God calls you to be? Returning to Genesis 2:15-18 and 3:1-13, this message examines Adam's passivity and the confusion that grows when men take their identity from cultural expectations. Jesus offers both a different example and the power to change. His life calls men to resist passivity, accept responsibility, lead courageously, and invest in what lasts. Consider how prayer, Scripture, sacrificial love, and honest friendships can reshape the way you care for others. You don't have to hide your struggles or work through them alone; bring them to Christ and take a step toward genuine community.

Happily Never After | Week 1 | Genesis 1:1-2, Genesis 2:20-25

Sun, 15 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT

When marriage feels painful or empty, where can hope begin? Starting in Genesis 1:1-2 and 2:20-25, this message invites us to return to God's design for the marriage covenant. It acknowledges the brokenness we bring into relationships and points to Christ's healing work and the Spirit's fruit of love, patience, kindness, and self-control. Together, spouses are called to reflect God's love as they walk alongside one another. Consider what it means to lay down selfishness, pride, and entitlement, ask forgiveness, and seek help. Healing takes time; take a next step through prayer, God's Word, and a community willing to walk with you.

Broken | Week 5 | Luke 4:1-15

Sun, 08 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Trying to carry everything in our own strength can leave us tired and empty. In Luke 4:1–15, Jesus faces temptation filled with the Holy Spirit and answers the enemy with God’s Word. His example calls us to depend on the Spirit and find life in Scripture. The Holy Spirit is God’s gift to believers, and we are invited to keep asking, seeking, and receiving his strength. As we surrender our self-reliance and honestly bring God our need, he works in and through ordinary people. We can begin by asking him to awaken our hunger for his presence and fill us with courage to follow him.

Broken | Week 4 | 1 Kings 19

Sun, 01 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Even after seeing God work, fear can leave us overwhelmed and looking for a way out. In 1 Kings 19, Elijah runs from a threat, withdraws from others, and struggles to see beyond his discouragement. Yet God meets him with provision, speaks to him, and calls him to return. His story reminds us to remember God’s power, character, and faithfulness when our circumstances shake us. We don’t have to wait until we feel strong enough to draw near. Through Jesus, we can bring our struggles honestly to God, receive his grace, and keep taking steps toward him with others who help us along the way.

Broken | Week 3 | Luke 10:25–37

Sun, 25 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Luke 10:25–37, Jesus tells of a wounded man and a Samaritan whose compassion moves him to act. The story challenges us to see the hurting people around us and ask whether our love for God is shaping how we treat them. As God transforms our hearts, he moves us beyond prejudice, personal comfort, and religious appearances into genuine care for others. We cannot earn salvation or love people as God does through our own strength. We need Jesus and the power of his Spirit. This week, we can respond by noticing someone’s need, offering practical mercy, and helping them encounter the love of Christ.

Broken | Week 2 | Jeremiah 8

Sun, 18 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Jeremiah 8, God calls his people to return from the sin that is leading them away from him. Their refusal to listen exposes a deeper problem of the heart: holding to lies, ignoring God’s Word, and treating serious wounds as though nothing is wrong. This message invites us to face our own sin honestly and respond to God’s loving call. Jesus has borne sin’s judgment so that we can come to God through faith in him. As we recognize our sin, take responsibility, and surrender, his goodness draws us toward a new way of life. Returning to him becomes a daily walk of trust.

Broken | Week 1 | 1 Samuel 8

Sun, 11 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In 1 Samuel 8, Israel demands a king like the surrounding nations, seeking security and significance while rejecting God’s leadership. Their desire exposes a struggle we share: expecting people, possessions, or position to give us the fullness only God can provide. Even good gifts become idols when they take first place in our hearts. This message invites us to examine what rules our lives, remember God’s faithfulness, and find our identity in Christ. Lasting change begins with his grace working within us. As we turn to Jesus in repentance and trust, we can receive his love and live as people set apart to share it.

Tried and True | Week 4 | John 21:15-17

Sun, 04 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Our failures can leave us wondering whether Jesus still has a place for us. In John 21:15–17, the risen Jesus meets Peter after his denial, asks about his love, and entrusts him with caring for his sheep. Peter’s restoration points us toward a faith that grows beyond excitement into honest, steady devotion. We can bring Jesus our weakness and respond to his grace with the love we have. Following him takes shape in ordinary places, including our homes, classrooms, workplaces, and neighborhoods. As we receive his forgiveness, we are invited to care for hurting people and put our love for him into action each day.

Tried and True | Week 3 | 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Sun, 27 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT

When Mary encounters the risen Jesus in John 20, her grief gives way to a new perspective. The resurrection changes how she sees what lies ahead. In 2 Corinthians 4:16–18, Paul likewise finds strength by looking beyond present suffering to eternal glory. This message invites us to let that hope reshape our everyday lives, from serving and generosity to relationships and the struggles we face. Our circumstances may remain difficult, but Jesus can renew us within them. As we respond to his voice and fix our eyes on what lasts, we can live with purpose, love others, and share the life we have found in him.

Tried and True | Week 2 | John 19:28-30

Sun, 20 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In John 19:28–30, Jesus declares that his work is finished. The promises of restoration, relationship, righteousness, and deliverance woven through the Old Testament come together in his sacrifice. What sin has broken, we cannot repair through our own effort, but Jesus has accomplished what we need for salvation. This message invites us to bring him the guilt, regret, and struggles we have been carrying. His finished work gives us hope for a new beginning and strength to walk through the battles we still face. As we remember his grace, we can confess honestly, receive help from others, and take steps toward forgiveness and restored life.

Tried and True | Week 1 | John 18

Sun, 13 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In John 18, Jesus remains faithful to his mission while those around him struggle to recognize the truth. Their responses invite us to examine our own expectations, self-reliance, religious habits, and fear of others’ opinions. We can know the right answers and still miss the relationship Jesus offers. He willingly takes the burden of sin that we cannot remove through effort or outward observance. His grace gives us a new foundation for living. As we turn to him, remember what he has done, and yield our plans to his will, we can rediscover the joy of following him and trust him with what we hold tightly.

Every Person Has A Purpose | Week 6 | 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Sun, 06 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In 2 Timothy 4:1–5, Paul charges Timothy to preach the Word, remain patient, endure hardship, and fulfill his ministry. This message calls us to recognize our own responsibility to share Jesus with the people around us. Busy schedules, fear, and unanswered questions can become reasons to stay silent, but everyday relationships also create opportunities for faithful witness. Because the gospel carries eternal importance, we are invited to speak truth with gentleness, encourage people patiently, and trust the Holy Spirit to work. Jesus does the saving. Our part is to keep growing, invest in others, and take the next opportunity to share what he has done.

Every Person Has A Purpose | Week 5 | Genesis 4:1-15

Sun, 30 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Generosity begins with the heart we bring to God. In Genesis 4:1–15, Cain and Abel’s offerings reveal the difference between going through the motions and worshiping in faith. Giving God our first and best expresses trust in him, turns our attention toward his kingdom, and challenges the hold possessions can have on us. Yet this message reaches beyond giving to the grace that makes a changed heart possible. Jesus’ sacrifice offers forgiveness and reconciliation where sin has brought separation. As we receive that grace and turn toward him, we can offer our time, energy, resources, and lives with gratitude, trusting him to work through us.

Every Person Has A Purpose | Week 4 | Acts 2:42-47

Sun, 23 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Acts 2:42–47, the early believers share a life shaped by teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayer. Their faith changes their priorities and draws them into a community that learns, gives, and cares together. This message invites us to consider whether church has become an event we attend or a family we belong to. We all need Christ, and we need people who will encourage us, challenge us, and walk with us through difficulty. As we remember Jesus’ sacrifice and depend on God in prayer, we can take an honest next step toward community, opening our lives to others and growing together in his Word.

Every Person Has A Purpose | Week 3 | Acts 5:42-6:7

Sun, 16 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Acts 5:42–6:7, the growing church faces a practical need that could divide its people. As Spirit-filled believers step forward to care for neglected widows, the apostles remain devoted to prayer and teaching, and the gospel continues to spread. Every role matters in the work God has given his church. Serving is more than filling a need; it reveals our hearts and helps shape us to become like Jesus. His sacrifice, rather than guilt or a desire to earn acceptance, is our motivation. As we respond to his grace, we can take our next step in serving others and making his love known.

Every Person Has A Purpose | Week 2 | Romans 4

Sun, 09 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Romans 4, Abraham’s faith points us toward a hope that rests on God’s promises. Righteousness comes as a gift through faith, rather than through our achievements or outward religious activity. That truth calls us to humility, admitting our need and trusting what Jesus has done for us. Abraham faced the reality of his circumstances while believing that God had power to keep his word. We can bring our own fears and unanswered questions to the same faithful God. As we fix our eyes on Christ’s death and resurrection, we find a hope bigger than our circumstances and confidence that he will be with us.

Every Person Has A Purpose | Week 1 | Joshua 3:1-7

Sun, 02 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Joshua 3:1–7, Israel stands beside the Jordan, preparing to follow God into unfamiliar territory. The river before them becomes a place to depend on his presence and listen for his direction. Their call to consecrate themselves challenges us to set our lives apart for God’s purposes, wherever he has placed us. Through Jesus, we receive cleansing and a new beginning that reach deeper than outward religious routines. Our purpose grows from knowing him and helping others encounter his love. As we consider the next step before us, we can offer him our wholehearted devotion and follow with courage, even when the way ahead feels uncertain.

Together | Week 3 | John 17

Sun, 26 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In John 17, Jesus prays for those who will believe through his disciples’ message, revealing his love for the people who will follow him. His prayer draws us into a personal relationship with him, unity with one another, and a shared desire for the world to know the Father’s love. That unity grows from belonging to Christ and shapes how we respond when disagreements arise. As we pray for one another, we learn to see fellow believers through his grace. We are invited to join his heart for the world, carrying the gospel to the people near us and praying for his church across the nations.

Together | Week 2 | John 17:6-19

Sun, 19 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In John 17:6–19, Jesus prays for his disciples to know the Father, remain united, and be set apart by the truth. Knowing God is more than collecting information about him; faith leads us into obedience and a growing relationship with Jesus. His prayer invites us to trust his power for perseverance and joy in difficult circumstances, while giving our whole lives to his purposes. Jesus sets himself apart for the cross so that we can receive new life and live for him. As we seek him together, we can take our next step of faith and make his glory known in the world.

Together | Week 1 | John 17:1-5

Sun, 12 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In John 17:1–5, Jesus prays for the Father to be glorified as he completes the work he was given. His prayer shows us a life freely offered in love and invites us to make God’s glory the aim of our own prayers. Eternal life is a gift of knowing the Father and the Son, a real relationship that reaches beyond religious words and routines. As we spend time with God, listening and responding to his Word, he shapes our hearts. Motivated by the cross and dependent on the Holy Spirit, we can serve faithfully, take our next step, and approach God as a loving Father.

A Good Goodbye | Week 3 | John 15:26–27, John 16:7–13

Sun, 05 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT

When Jesus prepares his disciples for his departure in John 15–16, he promises the Spirit of truth to help them continue his work. They will have the help they need to testify about him, recognize their need for grace, and follow his way. The Holy Spirit points us to Jesus, exposes our self-righteousness, and guides us in truth. This message invites us to listen through Scripture and respond in the ordinary decisions of each day. As we receive God’s forgiveness and pay attention to his leading, we can pray for others, examine our own hearts, and live in ways that bring glory to Christ.

A Good Goodbye | Week 2 | Luke 8:22–56

Sun, 28 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Luke 8:22–56, Jesus calms a storm, frees a tormented man, heals a suffering woman, and raises Jairus’s daughter. Each encounter reminds us that fear and confusion do not have the final word when we turn to him. In unsettled times, we can cry out for his help and remain focused on the mission he has given us. His compassion calls us to see each person with love, offer grace, and share the hope of the gospel. As we listen to his Word and put it into practice, we build our lives on a firm foundation and learn to trust him amid the storms.

A Good Goodbye | Week 1 | John 13:33 - 14:27

Sun, 21 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Uncertainty about the future can leave our hearts troubled and our strength worn thin. In John 13–14, Jesus speaks into his disciples’ fears as he prepares to leave them. He promises a place with him, reveals the Father’s character, and gives the Holy Spirit to dwell in his people. His presence offers a lasting foundation for peace. This message invites us to bring our anxious hearts to Jesus and trust the promises he has made. As we depend on the Spirit, he changes our hearts, teaches us to follow Christ, and helps us respond in love and obedience in the middle of everyday life.

The Letters | Week 7 | Revelation 3:14-22

Sun, 14 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Revelation 3:14–22, Jesus confronts the church in Laodicea with a need their comfort and wealth have hidden. They believe they have enough, but their self-reliance has left them spiritually poor and halfhearted. Jesus speaks with love, calling them to repent and receive what only he can give. His invitation challenges us to examine what we are holding tightly, from our relationships and work to our hopes for the future. We can trust the goodness revealed at the cross and welcome his correction. As we receive his love, we can surrender our burdens again and take the next step of faith he places before us.

The Letters | Week 6 | Revelation 3:7-13

Sun, 07 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Revelation 3:7–13, Jesus encourages a church with little strength and places before them an open door that no one can shut. His authority and faithfulness give them reason to hold on and keep following him. This message invites us to recognize the opportunities he gives us to receive his grace and serve the people around us. Our limitations can become places where his strength is seen. As we remember the cross, we can look beyond ourselves, give generously, and share the gospel together. Whether at work, at school, or in our neighborhoods, we can trust his presence and take the next step of obedience.

The Letters | Week 5 | Revelation 3:1-6

Sun, 31 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Revelation 3:1–6, Jesus calls the church in Sardis to wake up, strengthen what remains, and remember the message they received. Their reputation for life has hidden a deeper spiritual need. His words invite us to look honestly at our hearts and return to a faith that shapes how we live. Even in a dry season, we can keep following him with steady obedience. As we remember his grace, turn from sin, and hold close to his Word, we can put our faith into practice through serving, generosity, community, and sharing the gospel. Jesus calls us to reflect his character in the responsibilities he has entrusted to us.

The Letters | Week 4 | Revelation 2:18–29

Sun, 24 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Revelation 2:18–29, Jesus addresses a church he commends for love and service, yet whose tolerance of false teaching is drawing people into sin. His searching eyes see what good deeds cannot hide, and his patient invitation to repent calls us out of darkness and into life. We are challenged to examine what we have allowed to hinder our pursuit of him, holding truth and love together as we respond. Our hope rests in Christ’s saving work, not our own righteousness. As we hold firmly to the gospel, we can turn from compromise and keep taking steps of faith toward the life he gives.

The Letters | Week 3 | Revelation 2:12-17

Sun, 17 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Revelation 2:12–17, Jesus speaks to a church that has held to his name in a dark place, yet allowed false teaching to compromise its faithfulness. He knows the pressures his people face, and his Word exposes the sin they have learned to accept. We are invited to examine what holds our hearts and to hear his call to repent. Grace does more than forgive our sin; it draws us into a life shaped by his truth. As we turn toward Jesus, we discover the satisfaction and personal relationship he offers, receiving by faith what we could never earn for ourselves.

The Letters | Week 2 | Revelation 2:8-11

Sun, 10 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Revelation 2:8–11, Jesus encourages the suffering church in Smyrna to remain faithful, even when following him brings hardship. He knows their affliction and poverty, and he reminds them of the life that reaches beyond what they can see. Their example challenges us to consider where comfort has led us to compromise and whether we are listening to God and doing what he says. Our courage rests in the risen Christ, who is unchanging, victorious, and present in our struggles. As we receive his grace, we can turn from hidden sin, speak the truth in love, and trust him with the cost of obedience.

The Letters | Week 1 | Revelation 2:1-7

Sun, 03 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Revelation 2:1–7, the church in Ephesus has worked hard and guarded the truth, yet lost its first love. Jesus sees beyond outward faithfulness to the condition of the heart, inviting his people to remember, repent, and return to him. We can become busy with religious activity while trying to earn an acceptance that Christ has already offered through faith. His love frees us from condemnation, while his Spirit continues to reveal the sin that needs our response. As we remember the grace that brought us near, we can lay aside superficial faith and let love for Jesus and others shape what we do.

The Revelation | Week 3 | Revelation 1:9-20

Sun, 26 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Revelation 1:9–20, John’s vision reveals Jesus in the midst of his people, glorious in power and attentive to their pain. As John shares in suffering, kingdom work, and patient endurance, we are reminded that faith does not remove us from a broken world. The risen Christ meets us there as our great high priest, knowing our weakness and inviting us to draw near. His Word searches our hearts, bringing both conviction and comfort. As we see him more clearly, we are called to respond with repentance, worship, and honest grief, trusting the one who has overcome death and remains with his church.

The Revelation | Week 2 | Revelation 1:4-8, Romans 5:6-10

Sun, 19 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Revelation 1:4–8 and Romans 5:6–10, we see a hope rooted in Jesus, who loves us and has freed us from sin through his blood. God’s love meets us while we are powerless, showing that our acceptance begins with his gift rather than our effort. Yet freedom does not mean temptation disappears. We are invited to depend on the Holy Spirit, take faithful steps, and let Christ work beneath the surface of our lives. As members of his kingdom, we have a purpose beyond ourselves. We can bring our struggles into the light and walk with other believers in the hope he provides.

The Revelation | Week 1 | Revelation 1:1-3

Sun, 12 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Revelation 1:1–3, we are invited to see Jesus clearly as the victorious Christ. The book’s striking images point us toward the one who reveals himself and remains involved with his people. As we read, hear, and take his Word to heart, Scripture becomes more than information we recognize; it shapes how we respond to the pressures of everyday life. We are challenged to listen with a willingness to obey and to share the hope we have received. Christ’s victory does not promise that everything will unfold as we wish, but it gives us reason to trust him and follow where his Word leads.

Who Do I Say You Are? | Easter | John 13:18-38, John 21:6-14

Sun, 05 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In John 13:18–38 and John 21:6–14, the failures of Judas and Peter invite us to consider how we respond to Jesus. Both turn away from him, yet Peter returns to the one who offers life. We are challenged to recognize the path of sin, receive God’s undeserved favor, and embrace Jesus as both Savior and Lord. His resurrection gives us hope beyond shame and the need to appear perfect. As we bring our struggles into the light, we can receive the love, forgiveness, and new identity found in Christ, and extend that same grace to others who need someone to walk beside them.

Who Do You Say That I Am? | Week 3 | Romans 8:1–17

Sun, 29 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Romans 8:1–17, we hear the good news that there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. His sacrifice removes the barrier of sin, and his Spirit gives us a new way to live. We no longer need to measure God’s love by our performance or let past failures define our place before him. He welcomes us as his children, inviting us to know him as a loving Father. As we turn toward Jesus and receive his grace, we can put sin to death through the Spirit’s power and grow in the freedom of belonging to his family.

Who Do You Say That I Am? | Week 2 | Colossians 2

Sun, 22 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Colossians 2, Paul calls believers to remain rooted in Christ, finding their fullness in him as they began, through faith. Rules, traditions, and outward discipline cannot reach the desires of the heart on their own. Jesus offers something deeper: a relationship that gives us a new heart and draws our affections toward him. We are invited to remember his sacrifice with gratitude, set our hearts and minds on him, and let his grace shape our daily choices. As we grow, we can walk alongside one another with patience and love, seeking the living Christ beyond the shadows of religious activity.

God Is Faithful | 1 Samuel 13

Sun, 15 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In 1 Samuel 13–14, Israel faces overwhelming odds, limited resources, and an uncertain path. Jonathan steps forward with his armor bearer, trusting that God’s ability to save is greater than their weakness. Their story invites us to act on God’s faithfulness, even when we cannot see how the journey will unfold. Our hope rests in Jesus, the perfect King who has already won the victory we could never secure ourselves. We are encouraged to bring our struggles into the open, seek help without shame, and walk alongside others in faith. As we take our next step, we can trust God’s presence through difficulty and uncertainty.

Who Do You Say That I Am? | Week 1 | Galatians 2:15-16

Sun, 08 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Galatians 2:15–16, Paul makes clear that we are made right with God through faith in Jesus Christ. Our good deeds cannot undo sin or earn the acceptance we long for, but God’s grace provides what our effort cannot. Jesus takes our guilt upon himself, and those who trust him receive a new standing before God. This is the freedom of justification: condemnation no longer defines our relationship with him. As we rest in what Christ has done, we are invited to live with gratitude and joy, allowing his love to change us and sharing that hope with others in humility and compassion.

He Is… | Week 5 | John 13

Sun, 01 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In John 13, Jesus kneels to wash his disciples’ feet, revealing the love that will lead him to the cross and setting an example of humble service. His willingness to serve even the one who will betray him challenges us to consider whom we are willing to love. We serve because Christ has loved and accepted us, not to earn a place with him. As we receive his cleansing and find our identity in him, gratitude can move us beyond merely consuming to meeting others’ needs. Following our servant King means offering our lives in our homes, our church, our community, and the world.

He Is… | Week 4 | John 12

Sun, 22 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In John 12, a dinner in Jesus’ honor reveals different responses to his presence. Martha serves, Lazarus shares the table, and Mary pours out costly perfume, while Judas hides selfish motives behind religious words. Their contrast invites us to examine what holds our attention and receives our devotion. True worship begins with the mercy of Christ, who brings us from death to life, and extends far beyond a Sunday gathering. As we remember his extravagant love, we are called to offer ourselves with humility, generosity, and wholehearted service. Our lives can point others toward Jesus as we delight in him and make him known.

He Is… | Week 3 | John 11:1–44

Sun, 15 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In John 11:1–44, Jesus meets a grieving family whose hopes seem buried with Lazarus. His delay raises painful questions, yet his tears and his call at the tomb reveal both compassion and power. When God’s timing differs from ours, we are invited to trust his character rather than let our limited perspective determine what he can do. Jesus is the resurrection and the life, bringing people from spiritual death into relationship with him. As others roll away the stone and remove Lazarus’s grave clothes, we see an invitation to serve: God works through his people to help others hear the gospel and walk in freedom.

He Is… | Week 1 | John 8-9

Sun, 01 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In John 8–9, Jesus reveals himself as the light of the world, meeting both a woman facing condemnation and a man born blind. His mercy calls us out of darkness and into a life of following him. We are invited to examine the blind spots in our hearts, the desires that shape our choices, and the religious habits we may mistake for a relationship with God. Our hope rests in Christ’s grace, received through faith. That grace also moves us toward repentance as the Spirit changes our desires. Holding to Jesus’ teaching, we learn to walk in his light and serve others from gratitude.

Game Time | Week 3 | Jeremiah 2

Sun, 25 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Jeremiah 2, God confronts a people who have exchanged their devotion to him for things that cannot sustain them. The image of broken cisterns exposes our own search for satisfaction in blessings, achievements, and relationships while neglecting the One who gives life. We are invited to remember God’s faithfulness, examine what has captured our hearts, and turn back to him. Repentance is a continuing direction of life, shaped by the grace we receive through Jesus. We cannot wash away our guilt through our own efforts, but Christ has made a way for us to draw near and seek our deepest satisfaction in God.

Game Time | Week 2 | Galatians 5

Sun, 18 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In Galatians 5, Paul describes the struggle between the desires of the flesh and a life led by the Spirit. Jesus’ invitation to drink living water points us to the gift of the Holy Spirit, who makes us alive, brings conviction, and equips us to follow Christ. We are called to respond to his work with daily repentance and obedience, trusting his strength as we take our next step. Love, joy, peace, and the other fruit of the Spirit describe what he grows in us. Our freedom in Christ calls us away from sin and toward a life that reflects his character to others.

Game Time | Week 1 | John 6

Sun, 11 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In John 6, Jesus feeds a hungry crowd and then points beyond the bread to the deeper life he offers. The people seek another meal, while Jesus calls them to believe in him as the bread of life. Their response invites us to consider where we look when circumstances overwhelm us and our own resources seem too small. Our greatest need is met through Christ’s grace, received by faith. Looking to him means giving him our attention, trusting his character, and following his direction. Even when circumstances remain difficult, we can bring our needs to Jesus and rest the weight of our lives in him.

God Gave | Week 5 | John 5:1–15

Sun, 04 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In John 5:1–15, Jesus heals a man who has lived with illness for thirty-eight years. The miracle raises an honest question: why does suffering last, and where is God while we wait? This message invites us to bring our pain to God, draw near to him, and seek the support of others. We may not receive an explanation for every loss, but the cross reveals a Savior who entered suffering himself. Remembering God’s goodness, faithfulness, and sovereignty gives us a foundation for trust. Our hope reaches beyond present circumstances to life with Christ, and his presence sustains our desire to keep following him.

God Gave | Week 4 | John 4:43–54

Sun, 28 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT

In John 4:43–54, a desperate father comes to Jesus seeking healing for his son. When Jesus tells him to go home, he trusts the word he has heard before seeing the result. His response challenges us to consider whether we seek Christ himself or only what we want him to do. God’s word calls us beyond curiosity into faith that takes a step. Through Jesus, we receive grace and begin to live out the new life he gives. Even when our own questions remain unanswered, we can bring our needs to him, trust his character, and point others toward the hope we have found.

God Gave | Christmas Eve | John 3:16-21, John 3:1-2

Tue, 23 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT

In John 3, Nicodemus comes to Jesus with religious knowledge and standing, yet discovers his need for a new birth that only God’s Spirit can give. His questions invite us to examine whether we are relying on religious activity or receiving the life Christ offers. God loved the world enough to give his Son, making a way for us to come out of darkness and into the light. As we acknowledge our sin and place our trust in Jesus’ death and resurrection, we receive the hope of life with him. Christmas calls us to respond to this gift with faith and a willingness to follow.

God Gave | Week 3 | Habakkuk 1-3

Sun, 21 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT

In Habakkuk 1–3, a prophet brings his questions about violence and injustice to God, only to receive an answer that deepens his concern. Yet by the end, he can name the Lord as his strength while difficult circumstances still lie ahead. His journey invites us to speak honestly with God, remember his character, and face our burdens with faith. We can keep following even when we do not understand, standing on God’s promises rather than the future we imagined. The hope revealed in Christ gives us reason to hold on, pray with others, and trust the One whose wisdom reaches beyond what we can see.

God Gave | Week 2 | John 2:1-22

Sun, 14 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT

In John 2:1–22, Jesus turns water into wine, clears the temple courts, and speaks of the temple of his body being raised again. These signs reveal his purpose: to bring people into a relationship with God through his own death and resurrection. We are invited to look beyond religious routines and our efforts to make ourselves clean, receiving the righteousness Christ gives through faith. His Spirit then works within us, shaping us into his likeness. As we remember that his invitation reaches every nation, we can examine whether our lives help others draw near to him and hold to his hope through discouragement.

God Gave | Week 1 | John 1:1-51

Sun, 07 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT

In John 1, God gives us the greatest gift by giving us himself in Jesus. The eternal Word becomes flesh, revealing the Father’s grace and truth and welcoming those who believe into his family. Our identity can rest in the God who never changes, rather than in our achievements or circumstances. Like John the Baptist, we recognize that we need a Savior and point others toward the Lamb of God. As we lay aside our own agendas, receive Christ’s transforming work, and invite others to know him, our lives become a witness to his goodness. Following Jesus begins with taking the next step he places before us.

It All Starts With Us | Week 3 | Acts 3:1

Sun, 30 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT

In Acts 3:1, an ordinary trip to the temple becomes an opportunity for God to work through Peter and John. Their dependence on the Holy Spirit challenges us to approach daily encounters with expectation and compassion. The Spirit is God’s personal presence, leading and empowering us to follow Jesus. As we see Christ more clearly, our love grows, and obedience becomes a response to his grace. Scripture, worship, community, generosity, and serving help us remain connected to him. These practices invite us to receive the love God has already given and share it with others, trusting his power to work in and through our lives.

It All Starts With Us | Week 2 | Matthew 28:16-20

Sun, 23 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus sends ordinary people to make disciples with the assurance of his authority and presence. In Matthew 28:16–20, his command invites every believer to meet people where they are, bring them to Jesus, and walk alongside them as they learn to follow him. Discipleship grows through everyday relationships at work, in our neighborhoods, and around the dinner table. Busyness, apathy, feelings of inadequacy, and fear of failure can keep us from investing in others. Yet we do not need to have everything together to begin. Depending on the Holy Spirit, notice whom God has placed in your life and take a practical step to love and encourage them.

It All Starts With Us | Week 1 | Acts 3:1–10

Sun, 16 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT

It is easy to walk past hurting people when our attention stays on ourselves. In Acts 3:1–10, Peter and John stop for a man who cannot walk and offer what they have: the power of Jesus at work through them. His healing brings joy, wonder, and a visible witness to God’s love. This message challenges the church to pray expectantly, notice hidden needs, and serve others with practical compassion. God works through willing hands, whether we are caring for a spouse, encouraging a neighbor, or praying with someone who is struggling. Look up, reach out, and walk alongside others as you share the hope Christ has given you.

T-Minus | Week 3 | Acts 2:42-47

Sun, 09 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT

The church becomes a living picture of Jesus when believers share his love with one another and the world. In Acts 2:42–47, the Holy Spirit forms a community devoted to Scripture, fellowship, prayer, and generosity. This T-Minus message returns to the church’s purpose: helping real, imperfect people find hope and wholeness in Christ. Sharing our testimony, serving inside and outside the church, and giving generously put that mission into practice. Our common relationship with Jesus can unite us across differences and move us beyond comfort. Consider what keeps you from wholehearted participation, and join others in trusting God to work through your life.

T-Minus | Week 2 | Acts 2:14-41

Sun, 02 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Why settle for a stale relationship with God when he invites us to receive more of his presence? In Acts 2:14–41, Peter explains Pentecost and points to Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection as the foundation of God’s promises. Through Christ, we receive forgiveness and the gift of the Holy Spirit. This T-Minus message calls us to let the gospel reach our hearts, turn from what hinders us, and respond in faith and obedience. Repentance becomes a continuing return to God, while baptism publicly expresses the new life we have received. Ask, seek, and knock, trusting our generous Father as you take your next step.

T-Minus | Week 1 | Acts 2:1-13

Sun, 26 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Every believer has a purpose, and the Holy Spirit gives us power to fulfill it. In Acts 2:1–13, Pentecost launches the church into Jesus’ continuing mission as ordinary people declare God’s wonders across languages and cultures. This opening T-Minus message explores the Spirit’s work in giving boldness, making us more like Christ, and equipping us to serve. The gospel is for every nation, and our past does not have to hold us back from God’s calling. Whether faith feels fresh or stale, we can ask confidently for his presence, act on his promises, and remain humble as we share the life and hope found in Jesus.

Unstoppable | Week 3 | Acts 6:1-7

Sun, 19 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Growing churches face real needs, and the way they respond can strengthen unity or allow distraction to take hold. In Acts 6:1–7, overlooked widows prompt the apostles to face a problem and share responsibility with people full of the Spirit and wisdom. This final Unstoppable message calls us to understand one another, address concerns directly, and recognize that every believer has a ministry. Preaching, prayer, and practical service all matter as the church pursues one purpose: sharing the gospel. Serving may interrupt our personal priorities, but it opens opportunities to love others. Ask where God is calling you to contribute, and take your next step in faith.

Unstoppable | Week 2 | Acts 5:12–33

Sun, 12 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT

The gospel changes people from within and sends them out to share the hope they have received. In Acts 5:12–33, Jesus works through the apostles, people find healing, and opposition follows as religious leaders try to silence them. This Unstoppable message explores how grace creates fellowship, wholehearted faith, and a clear mission to introduce others to Christ. It also challenges jealousy, confusion, guilt, and anger that can hinder the church from within. Our value rests in Jesus, and his forgiveness frees us to follow him with joy. Surrender what holds your heart back, encourage others, and keep trusting Christ when faith brings discomfort or persecution.

Unstoppable | Week 1 | Acts 4:36-5:11

Sun, 05 Oct 2014 00:00:00 GMT

A convincing religious image cannot replace a living relationship with Jesus. In Acts 4:36–5:11, the contrast between Barnabas and Ananias and Sapphira exposes the danger of dishonesty and hypocrisy within the church. This opening Unstoppable message calls us to take sin seriously, receive Scripture’s teaching and correction, and let Christ change us from the inside out. Transparency builds trust and frees us from pretending to have everything together. Jesus offers righteousness through faith, inviting us to turn from sin and trust him as both Savior and Lord. Remove the mask, receive his grace, and live openly in the love that gives us new life.

All In | Week 6 | Romans 8:1, Romans 8:28-39

Sun, 28 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Romans 8 offers assurance to those who belong to Jesus: there is no condemnation, and nothing can separate them from God's love. Brandon explains that God working all things for good does not mean receiving everything we want. God's purpose is to shape his people into the likeness of Christ. Repentance means continually turning from sin toward Jesus, while faith rests in what God has done rather than our performance. From calling and justification to future glory, salvation is God's work. The message invites listeners to trust Christ, receive his forgiveness, and respond with faith, including baptism as a public expression of that trust.

All In | Week 5 | 1 Kings 19

Sun, 21 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Cody challenges every generation to fulfill the ministry God has given them. Through Elijah's encounter with God and his call to Elisha in 1 Kings 19, he asks listeners to examine their hearts, resist complacency, and see opportunities where they have seen opposition. Following Jesus requires counting the cost and letting go of what keeps us from obedience. Discipleship involves seeking people out, investing in their lives, and remaining willing to be discipled ourselves. Parents, younger believers, and older believers each have a part to play. The message invites the church to pursue Christ wholeheartedly and pass on God's truth to the next generation.

All In | Week 4 | 2 Corinthians 8:1–9

Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Generosity grows from experiencing God's grace, rather than pressure or guilt. In 2 Corinthians 8:1–9, Brandon examines the Macedonian churches, whose joy and generosity flourished even through hardship and poverty. They first gave themselves to the Lord, showing that a surrendered heart changes how we use everything entrusted to us. The message connects giving with spiritual growth, the work Jesus is doing in the church, and the opportunity to help others encounter him. Above all, Christ's sacrifice provides the pattern and motivation for generosity. Listeners are invited to surrender what holds their hearts and develop a generous lifestyle grounded in gratitude for the gospel.

All In | Week 3 | Acts 1:8, Luke 17:11-19

Sun, 07 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus continues his mission through people empowered by the Holy Spirit. From Acts 1:8, Brandon explains that believers are chosen, commissioned, and equipped to share the gospel from their own community to the ends of the earth. This mission calls for passion, compassion, urgency, dependence on God's Spirit, and gratitude. Compassion means walking alongside people rather than judging them from a distance. The grateful Samaritan in Luke 17 illustrates the response of someone who recognizes what Jesus has done. Listeners are invited to seek the Spirit's power, take their next step of obedience, and share Christ's love from gratitude for his grace rather than guilt.

All In | Week 2 | Matthew 25:31-40

Sun, 31 Aug 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Serving people in need is a way of serving Jesus himself. Drawing from Matthew 25:31–40, Bo points to Christ as the example of compassion, humility, and sacrificial service. He examines how selfishness, indifference, and feelings of unworthiness can keep us from answering God's call. Through Scripture and his own experience, he encourages listeners to trust that God can use them and equip them for the work he gives. Service begins with prayer, submission, and time in God's Word, then reaches into homes, friendships, small groups, and the wider church. The message invites everyone to examine their attitude and take practical steps toward a servant's heart.

All In | Week 1 | Matthew 5:13-16

Mon, 25 Aug 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus calls his church to be a distinct community that brings his light into the world. From Matthew 5:13–16, Brandon explains salt and light as a shared responsibility, shaped by humility, mercy, purity of heart, and dependence on God. Community strengthens believers to grow, care for one another, and join God's mission together. Compromise, hypocrisy, misplaced priorities, and fear can hide the light we are called to reflect. The answer is abiding in Jesus, whose Spirit changes us from within. Listeners are invited to pursue a daily relationship with Christ and take their next step, whether through repentance, community, service, or sharing their faith.

Framework | Week 5 | Matthew 10:1-4

Sun, 17 Aug 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus brings ordinary people together for an extraordinary purpose. Looking at the disciples named in Matthew 10:1–4, Brandon explores their different personalities, backgrounds, weaknesses, and ways of serving. Their differences could have divided them, but the gospel gave them a shared mission. The message emphasizes the importance of that gospel, each believer's participation, and dependence on the Holy Spirit. Forgiveness and unity grow from remembering Christ's grace toward us. Like pieces joined in a quilt, believers are held together by Jesus. The closing invitation calls listeners to receive his forgiveness, build relationships within the church, and examine their hearts as they share communion.

Framework | Week 4 | Matthew 9:35-38

Sun, 10 Aug 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Prayer prepares us to join Jesus in reaching people with the good news. From Matthew 9:35–38, Brandon explores Christ's compassion for crowds who were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Prayer involves listening to God as well as bringing him requests. As we connect with him, we begin to see what Jesus sees, care deeply about people's needs, and receive strength for a demanding mission. Every believer has a testimony to share through words and actions wherever life takes them. The message calls the church beyond comfortable gatherings toward dependence on the Holy Spirit and a willing response: here I am, send me.

Framework | Week 3 | Matthew 9:18-34

Sun, 03 Aug 2014 00:00:00 GMT

The miracles in Matthew 9:18–34 reveal the new life Jesus brings. Brandon considers Jairus's daughter, the woman with bleeding, two blind men, and a man unable to speak because of a demon. Together, their stories point to Christ's power over death, uncleanness, spiritual blindness, and Satan. These people approached Jesus with imperfect faith, yet he restored them. Faith means more than acknowledging facts about Jesus; it means entrusting our lives to him. God's blessing includes his presence, power, and purpose rather than a guarantee of comfortable circumstances. The message invites listeners to surrender their lives, seek restored sight, and receive the transformation Christ offers.

Framework | Week 2 | Matthew 9:14-17

Sun, 27 Jul 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus invites us into a living relationship rather than a routine of religious activity. In Matthew 9:14–17, Brandon examines the bridegroom, the patch of cloth, and the new wineskins. Prayer, worship, and Scripture are ways to encounter God, but they can become empty rituals when we lose sight of their purpose. Jesus cannot simply be patched into one compartment of our lives; he calls for our whole surrender. His truth renews our thinking and helps us live as forgiven children of God. The message challenges listeners to pursue Christ himself, receive the fullness of his grace, and let the Holy Spirit transform every area of life.

Framework | Week 1 | Matthew 9:9-13

Sun, 20 Jul 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus calls Matthew while he is still sitting at the tax collector’s booth, showing that grace reaches us before we have our lives together. Brandon Williams opens the Framework series by tracing how Jesus initiates a relationship, gives us a new identity, and redeems our past for his purposes. His invitation to follow requires daily surrender, obedience, and dependence on the Holy Spirit. Through Jesus’ meal with tax collectors and sinners, the message challenges religious pride and calls the church to welcome people who need healing. We all need the physician, and following him means extending his mercy and love to others.

Taking Ground | Week 7 | Joshua 14:6-15

Sun, 13 Jul 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Caleb waited forty-five years for the land God promised, yet he continued to follow the Lord wholeheartedly. Brandon Williams closes Taking Ground by showing how knowing God personally strengthens perseverance when circumstances are painful or confusing. Caleb trusted God’s promises, stayed connected to God’s people, and measured his obstacles against God’s ability rather than his own. The message includes Jill’s testimony of finding God’s love, community, and renewed joy after losing her husband. Because Jesus overcame sin through his death and resurrection, believers have hope beyond present circumstances. Listeners are invited to surrender their burdens and keep trusting God one step at a time.

Taking Ground | Week 6 | Joshua 10:13-14

Sun, 06 Jul 2014 00:00:00 GMT

God fought for Israel to bring his people into the promised land, a place of provision and rest. Billy Shiver places Joshua’s victory within the larger story of Scripture, showing how that earthly rest points to the deeper rest Jesus provides. Because Christ has already won the victory, believers can live from his grace instead of struggling to earn God’s acceptance. The message calls listeners to stop resisting God’s plans, release fear and worry, spend time knowing him, and take their next step with confidence. Jesus’ invitation to the weary remains open: surrender to him and find the rest your soul needs.

Taking Ground | Week 5 | Joshua 7

Sun, 29 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Israel’s defeat at Ai exposes the devastating reach of Achan’s hidden disobedience. Joey Fennell walks through Joshua 7, showing that sin affects others, will be discovered, draws us through desire, and carries consequences. The message challenges self-confidence and the tendency to blame God instead of examining our own hearts. Failure need not be final when we respond with trust, confession, and repentance. Drawing on Hosea’s picture of the valley of trouble becoming a door of hope, Joey points to Jesus as the way into restored fellowship with God. Listeners are invited to stop hiding sin and take their next step toward him.

Taking Ground | Week 4 | Joshua 5-6

Sun, 22 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams reads Joshua 5–6 as a picture of the gospel, connecting Joshua’s obedience and Rahab’s rescue to Jesus’ finished work. Joshua submits to God’s plan and carries it through, while Jesus completes the work that humanity could never accomplish. Rahab’s faith brings rescue and a new identity among God’s people. Brandon warns against trusting religious effort or closing the heart to God, emphasizing that no one is beyond his grace or beyond the need for it. He calls listeners to receive Christ’s victory, open their hearts and keep taking steps of faith, allowing God to use them to bring rescue to others.

Taking Ground | Week 3 | Joshua 5, Isaiah 55

Sun, 15 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

God’s plan is better than the plans we make for ourselves. Sean Fox examines Israel’s pause at Gilgal, where God prepared his people before they advanced into the promised land. Joshua’s obedient response shows that faith means acting on God’s word even when his instructions seem inconvenient or illogical. Drawing on Isaiah 55, the message calls listeners to trust God’s greater perspective and distinguish outward religious activity from a heart that obeys him. As Israel moved from manna to the produce of Canaan, God continued providing in a different way. Listeners are encouraged to recognize his daily faithfulness and respond to their next step.

Taking Ground | Week 2 | Joshua 4

Sun, 08 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

After Israel crossed the Jordan, God instructed the people to gather twelve stones as a lasting reminder of his power and faithfulness. Brandon Williams explains how remembering what God has already done gives us courage to face present struggles and keep moving forward. These memorials strengthen our own faith, teach the next generation, and testify to the world that God is real. The cross, resurrection, salvation, and personal experiences of God’s provision become reminders we can return to when discouraged. The message invites listeners to trust Jesus and offer today’s battles to him, allowing their lives to become testimonies of his grace.

Taking Ground | Week 1 | Joshua 3

Sun, 01 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Taking new ground begins with following God one step at a time. Brandon Williams opens the series in Joshua 3, where Israel follows the ark of the covenant toward the flooded Jordan. God’s presence leads the way, and the priests must step into the water before seeing it part. The message calls believers to surrender fully, listen to God, and obey even when the next step brings uncertainty. Through Christ, God’s Spirit lives within his people and empowers them to move forward together. Connection Church’s own journey illustrates his faithfulness, while listeners are invited to take their next step in salvation, baptism, service, or obedience.

The Time Has Come | Week 5 | Haggai 2:10-14

Sun, 25 May 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Holy places and religious activity cannot make us right with God. Brandon Williams closes The Time Has Come by examining Haggai’s challenge to people rebuilding the temple while withholding their hearts from the Lord. Through faith in Jesus, God gives righteousness freely; as believers follow the Holy Spirit, that new identity grows into daily obedience. The message confronts compartmentalized faith, the belief that life works apart from God, and the idea that obedience is optional. God calls for our whole lives, and his greatest blessings are walking in his purposes, presence, and peace. Listeners are invited to surrender what hinders their next step.

The Time Has Come | Week 4 | Haggai 2:1-9

Sun, 18 May 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Discouragement can make yesterday’s mistakes, today’s struggles, and tomorrow’s uncertainty feel overwhelming. Brandon Williams explores God’s encouragement to the people rebuilding the temple in Haggai 2:1–9. God does not ignore their circumstances; he reminds them that his Spirit remains with them and calls them to keep working in his strength. The message urges listeners to remember God’s promises, examine whether they are pursuing his will, and keep his glory as their goal. Through Jesus, believers have peace with God and hope beyond their obstacles. Awareness of his presence brings peace, while Scripture and godly community help them persevere rather than face life alone.

The Time Has Come | Week 3 | Haggai 1:12–15

Sun, 11 May 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Obedience begins with hearing God’s voice and responding with our whole lives. Billy Shiver examines Haggai 1:12–15, where the people return to rebuilding the temple after years of neglect. Scripture, preaching, and godly community help believers recognize God’s direction. Seeing his holiness and the grace of Jesus leads to a willingness to follow wherever he calls. God’s promises strengthen that obedience, while prayer expresses the dependence we need for his Spirit to stir our hearts. The message challenges self-reliance and comfortable religious routines, inviting listeners to surrender daily and take practical steps that place God at the center of their lives.

The Time Has Come | Week 2 | Haggai 1:3-11

Sun, 04 May 2014 00:00:00 GMT

What do our everyday choices reveal about our priorities? Joey Fennell explores Haggai 1:3–11, where God challenges people who have improved their own homes while neglecting his temple. The message invites listeners to examine their priorities, honestly assess their situation, consider their next step, and remember where their help comes from. Faith should shape life at home, work, church, and in the use of money rather than remain a separate compartment. God seeks changed hearts that produce visible love, service, and generosity. Listeners are encouraged to surrender to Jesus, confront apathy, and act on what God is calling them to do.

The Time Has Come | Week 1 | Haggai 1:1-2

Sun, 27 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

The time to pursue God is now. Brandon Williams opens Haggai by examining people who returned to Jerusalem but allowed opposition and apathy to interrupt rebuilding the temple. Their unfinished work exposes a deeper problem: God was no longer at the center of their lives. The message calls believers to let God’s word shape them, pursue his presence, and walk in his will rather than settle for religious routines. Through Jesus, God continues bringing wandering people back to himself. Following him may be difficult, but his power and faithfulness give courage to take the next step and surrender the obstacles that hold us back.

Easter at Connection 2014 | 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

Sun, 20 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Questions about the resurrection invite us to examine both the evidence and our own response to Jesus. In 1 Corinthians 15:1–4, Brandon Williams points to Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection as the heart of the gospel. He traces God’s gracious provision of a substitute through Scripture and considers fulfilled prophecy, eyewitness testimony, and the transformed lives of Jesus’ followers. The message also highlights lives still being changed today, reminding us that Easter offers more than a religious ritual. Because Jesus is alive, forgiveness and reconciliation with God are possible. Listeners are invited to trust him and receive the new life he gives.

Imagine | Week 4 | Ephesians 6:10-18

Sun, 13 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

The labels we carry can make it hard to see ourselves as God sees us. Brandon Williams closes Imagine with Ephesians 6:10–18, urging believers to stand in the Lord’s strength rather than their own. The enemy uses intimidation and accusation to attack our identity, but Jesus has already overcome him. God’s armor reminds us of the truth, righteousness, peace, faith, and salvation we receive in Christ. Scripture and continual prayer help us live from that identity and support one another. The message invites listeners to surrender the lies that hold them back and regularly remember the greater truth God speaks over their lives.

Imagine | Week 3 | Ephesians 6:5-9

Sun, 06 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Everyday relationships give us opportunities to reflect Jesus through both service and leadership. Joey Fennell explores Ephesians 6:5–9, asking how sincere obedience and responsible authority can reveal God’s heart. Serving others should flow from devotion to Christ, rather than personal gain or the desire to impress. Those in authority share that calling and must lead without threats or favoritism. Jesus washing his disciples’ feet shows how power can be used to love and serve. The message challenges listeners to notice their daily relationships, seek what God wants, and make practical changes that help others experience his love rather than leave with conviction alone.

Imagine | Week 2 | Ephesians 6:1-4

Mon, 31 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Family life can reveal both our deepest hopes and our need for God’s help. Brandon Williams explores Ephesians 6:1–4, showing how children honoring their parents and parents nurturing their children can reflect our heavenly Father. Children are entrusted to parents to grow into God’s purposes, making spiritual investment more important than simply policing behavior. Parents are encouraged to pursue Jesus, model faith and repentance, teach Scripture, pray, and share their stories of grace. The message also offers hope to those wounded by imperfect earthly parents: God loves faithfully and will not abandon them. Listeners are invited to surrender, receive his grace, and grow together.

Imagine | Week 1 | Ephesians 5:21-33

Sun, 23 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

A marriage rooted in Jesus can become a joyful partnership marked by grace and growth. Brandon Williams explores Ephesians 5:21–33, connecting mutual submission and a husband’s sacrificial love with Christ’s love for the church. Rather than competing for control or keeping a record of wrongs, spouses are encouraged to forgive, build one another up, and pursue God together. Lasting change requires the Holy Spirit’s strength and receiving Jesus’ love before pouring it into others. The message invites couples to take one intentional step toward showing Christ’s love today, seek wise help when needed, and trust God to break destructive patterns.

Walk | Week 3 | Ephesians 5:1–21

Sun, 16 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Following Jesus means learning to live from the identity he has already given us. Brandon Williams closes Walk with Ephesians 5:1–21, calling believers to imitate their heavenly Father by walking in love, light, and wisdom. Christ’s selfless love becomes our pattern as we continually receive his grace. Bringing hidden struggles into his light opens the way for healing and a different kind of fruit. Wise living makes good use of our time and follows God’s will. Through the Holy Spirit’s continual filling, worship, gratitude, and humble service, listeners are encouraged to take a practical step toward reflecting Jesus in everyday life.

Walk | Week 2 | Ephesians 4:17-32

Sun, 09 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

The way we live can show others who Jesus is. Billy Shiver explores Ephesians 4:17–32, contrasting life apart from Christ with the new identity he gives believers. Real change begins with a renewed heart and mind, then shapes everyday choices: speaking truth, dealing with anger, working honestly, giving generously, and using words that build others up. Kindness and forgiveness reflect the grace God has already shown us. The message encourages listeners to remember who they are in Christ, live from that identity, read and obey Scripture, find honest community, and keep asking for help as they grow rather than give up.

Walk | Week 1 | Ephesians 4:1-16

Sun, 02 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT

God’s calling invites every believer to take a meaningful place in his church. Billy Shiver opens Walk with Ephesians 4:1–16, showing how our identity in Christ shapes a life of humility, gentleness, patience, and love. The Holy Spirit unites people from different backgrounds while giving them distinct gifts to serve one another. As each person grows and contributes, the whole body becomes a clearer picture of Jesus to the world. The message encourages listeners to join the church’s life, pursue unity, use their gifts, and keep growing with others who will encourage them. One faithful next step can begin that journey today.

Under Construction | Week 3 | Ephesians 3:14–21

Sun, 23 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT

God’s love gives us a firm foundation for growth, even when life feels overwhelming. Brandon Williams closes Under Construction with Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3:14–21, asking for spiritual strength, deeper roots, greater insight into Christ’s love, and maturity that reflects him. These changes come through the Holy Spirit’s work and a continuing relationship with our faithful heavenly Father. The message offers a practical invitation to read Scripture, record what God reveals, apply it, pray, and surrender daily. As believers seek him together, they can trust the God who is able to do more than they could ever ask or imagine.

Under Construction | Week 2 | Ephesians 3:1-14

Sun, 16 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT

God’s grace is a gift to receive and share. Brandon Williams explores Ephesians 3:1–14, showing how the gospel brings people into one family and reveals God’s wisdom through the church. Paul’s calling helps us see our own responsibility to make Jesus known, even when our roles differ. As people serve, give, join community, and follow Christ, their lives together paint a clearer picture of his love. An included testimony shows how serving can lead to a deeper understanding of grace rather than an attempt to earn it. The message invites listeners to hear God, trust Jesus, and take their next step of faith.

Under Construction | Week 1 | Ephesians 2:18–22

Sun, 09 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus is building his church from people who belong to him. Brandon Williams opens Under Construction with Ephesians 2:18–22, explaining how Christ brings us near to the Father, joins us together, and becomes the foundation of a growing spiritual temple. The church’s purpose reaches beyond a building to sharing the gospel and helping people grow in faith. As Connection considers permanent facilities, the message connects that step with outreach, missions, church planting, and shared generosity. Each believer has a part to play. Listeners are invited to trust Jesus and take their next step through salvation, baptism, community, serving, giving, or sharing their faith.

VS | Week 3 | Ephesians 2:11-18

Sun, 02 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus brings us near to God and joins us together as one body. In Ephesians 2:11–18, Brandon Williams explores how Christ’s sacrifice changes our relationship with the Father and with one another. Remembering the grace we have received helps us live beyond religious appearances and pursue an authentic relationship with Jesus. The message challenges walls of bitterness, jealousy, judgment, and prejudice that still divide believers. Forgiveness grows as we depend on the Holy Spirit and extend the grace God has shown us. As the church prepares for communion, listeners are invited to examine their hearts, trust Christ, and live together in his peace.

VS | Week 2 | Ephesians 2:1-10

Sun, 26 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT

God’s grace changes both who we are and how we live. Brandon Williams explores Ephesians 2:1–10, tracing the movement from spiritual death to new life through God’s mercy and love. Salvation is a gift received through faith, rather than a reward earned through religious activity or good behavior. In Christ, believers become God’s workmanship, created for the good works he has prepared. Serving flows from his love and the new life he gives, rather than guilt or an effort to gain acceptance. The message invites listeners to receive Jesus, renew their relationship with him, and let their lives display the beauty of his grace.

VS | Week 1 | Philippians 3:1-11

Sun, 19 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Knowing Jesus brings a joy that achievement and religious effort cannot provide. Brandon Williams explores Philippians 3:1–11, where Paul sets aside confidence in his background and accomplishments for the surpassing worth of knowing Christ. Righteousness comes through faith in Jesus, and worship flows from the Spirit’s work within us. The message challenges listeners to look beyond outward appearances and ask whether they truly know the Lord. A growing relationship begins with meeting him, deepens through intentional investment, and brings enjoyment in his love. Through Scripture, prayer, worship, and community, believers are invited to keep their eyes on Jesus and allow him to change their hearts.

What is Your Response? | Philippians 2:5-11

Sun, 12 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT

How do we respond to what Jesus has done for us? Brandon Williams explores Philippians 2:5–11, pointing to Christ’s humility, service, obedience, and sacrifice as the foundation of a living relationship with God. The message challenges religious habits that leave us in control while missing the joy and power of knowing Jesus. Because the Father exalted Christ, our response is to give him the highest place in our lives and trust his grace. Scripture, prayer, worship, and commitment to the church become expressions of that relationship. Listeners are invited to accept his offer, surrender obstacles, and follow him in a tangible step of faith.

The Four Principles of Stewardship | Matthew 25:14-30

Sun, 05 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Everything entrusted to us belongs to God. Chad Wiggins explores the parable of the talents in Matthew 25:14–30 through four principles of stewardship: ownership, responsibility, accountability, and reward. Our time, resources, relationships, and abilities become opportunities to serve God’s purposes and invest in what lasts. Knowing the Master changes the way we use his gifts, moving us from selfishness toward generosity. Because God first gave us his Son, giving becomes a response to grace and an expression of trust. The message invites listeners to surrender their lives to Christ, grow as faithful stewards, and offer their best for the good of others and God’s kingdom.

Frauds, Fans, and Followers | 1 John 2:1–6

Sun, 29 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Following Jesus begins with a changed heart and grows into a changed life. Sean Fox explores 1 John 2:1–6, inviting listeners to examine the difference between religious appearances, admiration for Jesus, and a committed relationship with him. Christ’s sacrifice frees us from trying to earn our place through performance, while genuine faith produces repentance and action. Faithful followers seek him privately through Scripture and prayer and share his good news publicly through evangelism and discipleship. Growth takes time, and the goal is progress as the Holy Spirit works within us. The message encourages honest self-examination, renewed commitment, and practical next steps toward becoming more like Christ.

Home for the Holidays | Christmas Eve | Luke 2:8-20

Tue, 24 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Christmas brings good news of great joy because a Savior has come for us. Brandon Williams explores Luke 2:8–20, following the shepherds as they receive the announcement of Jesus’ birth, meet him, and return praising God. The message speaks to anyone who feels unworthy or far from God, showing how Christ reaches people who cannot rescue themselves. Recognizing our need for a Savior opens the way to receive his grace and peace. Christmas becomes more than a familiar story as we come to know Jesus personally. Listeners are invited to trust him, respond to his love, and celebrate the new life he gives.

Home for the Holidays | Week 5 | John 1:35-41

Sun, 22 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus invites us into a relationship that changes our lives and moves us to invite others. Brandon Williams explores John 1:35–41, following Andrew as he meets Jesus and brings his brother to him. A growing love for Christ produces a growing concern for people who need his grace. The message addresses fear of rejection, competing priorities, and the assumption that someone is too far from God. Listeners are encouraged to share their own stories with confidence, trusting Jesus to save and satisfy hearts. Receiving his invitation means abiding in him, worshiping with our whole lives, and extending his love through personal witness and practical service.

Home for the Holidays | Week 4 | Luke 1:26–38

Sun, 15 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT

God’s grace gives us an identity that past experiences and other people’s labels cannot define. Brandon Williams explores Luke 1:26–38 through Mary’s response to God, speaking especially to mothers while encouraging everyone who feels inadequate or overwhelmed. The message challenges four lies about identity, significance, influence, and finishing well. Small acts of faithfulness shape a lasting legacy, and parents can help their children understand who they are in Christ. Listeners are encouraged to remember God’s faithfulness, trust his strength in their weakness, and take the next step. Jesus offers freedom from condemnation and the peace to surrender burdens we cannot carry alone.

Home for the Holidays | Week 3 | Acts 10

Sun, 08 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT

God gives us influence to help others encounter Jesus, beginning with the people closest to us. Brandon Williams explores Acts 10 and Cornelius’s response to God, challenging fathers to lead their families through a genuine relationship with Christ. Our actions and passions shape the people around us more powerfully than appearances or authority alone. The message encourages prayer, generosity, spiritual investment, and humility when we make mistakes. Feeling inadequate, condemned, or late does not end our opportunity to begin again. Listeners are invited to repent, draw strength from Jesus and Christian community, and take intentional steps toward nurturing faith in their homes.

Home for the Holidays | Week 2 | Ephesians 5

Sun, 01 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Love and respect grow when spouses seek to understand one another and respond with care. Joey Fennell continues the study of Ephesians 5, speaking especially to wives about marriage and the needs their husbands may struggle to express. The message explores space for processing, respect, insecurity, affirmation, and sexual intimacy within marriage. Couples are encouraged to communicate honestly, offer genuine appreciation, and address difficulties together rather than allowing distance or resentment to deepen. Seeking help and investing in one another can strengthen a relationship. Listeners are invited to let God shape their hearts as they practice love, respect, and a renewed commitment to their families.

Home for the Holidays | Week 1 | Ephesians 5:21-33

Sun, 24 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Loving a spouse begins with seeing that person as someone deeply valued by God. Joey Fennell explores Ephesians 5:21–33, challenging husbands to love their wives as Christ loves the church. The message calls men to take spiritual responsibility without becoming passive or controlling, use words that build up rather than condemn, and pursue their wives with intention. A healthy marriage grows through each person’s relationship with God, honest communication, and attention to what makes a spouse feel loved. Listeners are encouraged to examine their hearts, seek help where needed, and practice a love that serves, listens, and creates room for trust.

Heart and Soul | Week 8 | Genesis 11:1-9

Sun, 17 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus creates a community whose purpose reaches beyond building a name for itself. Brandon Williams explores Genesis 11:1–9, contrasting the selfish ambition at Babel with the united, serving, and generous church formed by Christ and the Holy Spirit. Celebrating God’s faithfulness, the message shows how changed hearts move people from division to unity, greed to generosity, and spiritual death to life. The gospel gives us a new identity and draws us into God’s work together. Listeners are invited to receive Jesus, surrender their own kingdoms, and take their next step of obedience, including publicly identifying with his death and resurrection through baptism.

Heart and Soul | Week 7 | 1 Samuel 3:1-14

Sun, 10 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT

God still speaks, and knowing him means learning to listen and obey. Brandon Williams explores 1 Samuel 3:1–14, showing how Samuel learns to recognize God’s voice rather than simply remain around religious activity. The message encourages listeners to seek God through Scripture, prayer, trusted Christian relationships, and the circumstances of life. What we believe God is saying must agree with his Word and be tested through godly wisdom, even when obedience feels uncomfortable. Hearing God brings assurance of salvation, identity, and purpose. Listeners are invited to receive Jesus, renew their pursuit of him, and take the next step he has already made clear.

Heart and Soul | Week 6 | 2 Corinthians 8:1-9

Sun, 03 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT

God’s grace transforms generous hearts, freeing us to use what we have for others. Brandon Williams explores 2 Corinthians 8:1–9, showing how the Macedonian believers gave with joy even in poverty. Generosity grows as we recognize what God has given, desire for others to experience his love, and see money as a test of the heart rather than the answer to life. Jesus’s sacrifice is the model for a church marked by community, evangelism, service, and giving. Listeners are encouraged to surrender everything to Christ, seek practical help where needed, and take a faithful next step toward living generously every day.

Heart and Soul | Week 5 | 1 Corinthians 1:17–31

Sun, 27 Oct 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The gospel changes lives through God’s power, even when the message of the cross seems foolish to the world. Brandon Williams explores 1 Corinthians 1:17–31, calling the church to depend on Jesus rather than its own intelligence, programs, or reputation. God uses ordinary people and unexpected steps of faith to reveal his strength. Knowing biblical facts matters, but that knowledge must lead to a heart transformed through a relationship with Christ. Listeners are encouraged to pursue Jesus, trust his leading, and proclaim the gospel in everyday life. Our confidence and gratitude belong in what God has done, giving him the glory.

Heart and Soul | Week 4 | 2 Kings 4:1-7

Sun, 20 Oct 2013 00:00:00 GMT

God can do more through willing people than they can accomplish in their own strength. Brandon Williams explores 2 Kings 4:1–7, using the widow’s empty jars to picture steps of faith that make room for God to work. The message connects this story with the church’s vision for reaching people, transitional housing, facilities, and church planting. Past faithfulness gives courage to move forward, while each new step depends on God’s power. Listeners are encouraged to offer what they have, seek a clear purpose, and resist settling into comfort. Jesus fills surrendered lives with his Spirit so they can pour his love into others.

Heart and Soul | Week 3 | Matthew 28:16-20

Sun, 13 Oct 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Following Jesus gives everyday life a purpose: helping others come to know him. Billy Shiver explores Matthew 28:16–20, connecting the Great Commission with the new heart and shared mission believers receive through Christ. Making disciples begins with knowing Jesus, embracing his mission, believing he can use ordinary people, and walking in Christian community. Work, classes, friendships, and family activities become opportunities to build trust, show love, pray, and share the gospel. The message encourages listeners to let Jesus shape every part of life rather than separate faith from daily routines. Together, believers can encourage one another as they take faithful steps toward others.

Heart and Soul | Week 2 | 2 Timothy 2:11-13, Ephesians 3:20-21

Sun, 06 Oct 2013 00:00:00 GMT

God remains faithful when our confidence falters, and his power reaches beyond what we can imagine. Sean Fox explores 2 Timothy 2:11–13 and Ephesians 3:20–21, drawing on his own steps of faith and the church’s experience of God’s provision. Remembering God’s goodness in ordinary life helps us trust him through uncertainty. His answers may come differently or later than we expect, yet he continues to work for our good. Peter’s step onto the water illustrates the invitation to follow Jesus beyond familiar limits. Listeners are encouraged to receive Christ, seek prayer, and trust the faithful God who calls them forward.

Heart and Soul | Week 1 | Philippians 2:1-8

Sun, 29 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus calls his church to share his heart and serve together with a common purpose. Brandon Williams explores Philippians 2:1–8, showing how Christ’s humility and sacrifice reshape believers from consumers into contributors. A healthy church grows through genuine community, service, generous giving, and trust in leaders who follow Jesus and teach his Word. These commitments help believers persevere and reveal God’s love to the people around them. The message challenges listeners to resist comfort and ask whether Jesus truly has their hearts. Receiving his grace moves us toward practical participation in the church’s mission, with others walking beside us as we take our next steps.

A Better Story | Week 6 | Matthew 14:35-36

Sun, 22 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT

God writes a better story in our lives so that others can experience his grace. Brandon Williams explores Matthew 14:35–36, showing that Jesus brings his disciples through the storm and then uses their arrival to reach more people. Christ gives believers a new identity, freeing them to live from his truth rather than painful experiences. The message calls listeners to practice God’s Word, remain humble, remember his kingdom, and grow alongside other believers. As the series closes with communion, the church celebrates Christ’s sacrifice, its shared identity, and its mission. Our changed lives can become a testimony of hope that points others to Jesus.

A Better Story | Week 5 | Romans 12:1-2

Sun, 15 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT

God’s truth can renew the way we think and free us to live from our identity in Christ. Brandon Williams explores Romans 12:1–2, comparing the mind to a filter shaped by painful experiences, perfectionism, and condemnation. He offers three practical steps: stop incoming thoughts, think about them in light of Scripture, and bring them to God in prayer. Truth can lead to loving correction without condemnation, while lies can be rejected. Knowing Jesus and regularly receiving his Word help believers develop new patterns of thinking. The message invites listeners to receive Christ’s grace, seek prayer, and let God write a better story through their lives.

A Better Story | Week 4 | Ephesians 6:10-17, James 1:19-25

Sun, 08 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus has already given believers a new identity, and his truth equips them to stand against the lies that challenge it. Brandon Williams explores Ephesians 6:10–17 and James 1:19–25, showing how God’s armor protects and prepares his people to carry the gospel. Scripture supplies truth for specific struggles, replacing guilt and condemnation with confidence in Christ. Growing in that identity means consistently hearing God’s Word, humbly receiving it, and putting it into practice. The message encourages forgiveness, daily reminders of God’s love, and trust in the Father who fights for his children. Listeners are invited to receive Jesus, seek prayer, and take their next steps in faith.

A Better Story | Week 3 | Genesis 42:18-35, Genesis 43:11-15, 23

Sun, 01 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT

God’s grace gives believers a new identity that is stronger than the labels their past has placed on them. Brandon Williams explores Genesis 42:18–35 and 43:11–15, 23, showing how Joseph’s generosity toward his guilty brothers points to the grace of Jesus. Painful experiences are real, but they do not have the final word about who we are in Christ. Rather than trying to earn God’s love, listeners are encouraged to receive it and compare their beliefs about themselves with Scripture. Writing down those truths can help replace condemnation with confidence in Jesus. Receiving his love also frees us to share it with others.

A Better Story | Week 2 | Genesis 37:1-11

Sun, 25 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Our experiences can shape what we believe about ourselves, but Jesus offers a stronger truth and a better story. Brandon Williams explores Genesis 37:1–11 from the perspective of Joseph’s brothers, showing how painful events, cultural pressures, and influential relationships can create a false identity. God’s love and grace give believers a secure identity in Christ. Peter’s encounter with Jesus on the water illustrates that he knows our struggles, stays near, and helps us take the next step. Listeners are encouraged to name their sore spots, examine the lies they believe, and bring them to God’s Word. The message invites responses through salvation, baptism, and prayer.

A Better Story | Week 1 | Genesis 37:1–11

Sun, 18 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

God is still writing a better story, even when life feels trapped in disappointment or condemnation. Brandon Williams begins Joseph’s story in Genesis 37, showing how God’s promise remains greater than the painful circumstances that follow. He describes the exhaustion of seeking approval through performance and shares how receiving God’s love changed his own heart. Through Jesus’ death on the cross, believers can live free from condemnation and trust their identity in Christ. Joseph’s eventual forgiveness of his brothers points toward hope beyond bitterness. The message invites listeners to receive grace, trust God’s promises, and take the next step with a community pursuing healing together.

Lock and Load | Part 4 | Matthew 7:24–27

Sun, 11 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A strong foundation begins with hearing Jesus’ words and putting them into practice. Brandon Williams explores Matthew 7:24–27, where two houses face the same storm but only the one built on rock stands. Jesus’ warnings guide and protect people, and trusting him shapes the choices we make today. Drawing on Isaiah and the Psalms, the message presents Christ as dependable, a source of courage, restoration and strength, and the one who secures salvation. God receives our broken lives and gives us new life through Jesus. Listeners are invited to build on him, receive salvation, and seek prayer when life feels overwhelming.

Lock and Load | Part 3 | Isaiah 6:1-8

Sun, 04 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Before praying, “Jesus, use me,” we need to encounter the holiness and grace of God. Brandon Williams follows Isaiah’s call in Isaiah 6:1–8, tracing how seeing God clearly exposes sin, moves Isaiah to cry out, and prepares him to serve. God responds by taking away his guilt and commissioning him to go. The message connects that cleansing with Jesus’ sacrifice, through which sinful people receive forgiveness and righteousness. Comparing ourselves with others cannot replace facing God’s standard. Listeners are encouraged to repent, receive grace, and offer their lives to God, trusting the true King to provide as they share his light with the world.

Lock and Load | Part 2 | John 3:22-36

Sun, 28 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Seeing Jesus’ greatness frees us to pray for more of him and less of ourselves. Brandon Williams explores John 3:22–36, where John the Baptist rejoices as people turn toward Jesus and accepts his role in preparing the way. That perspective clarifies our expectations, limitations and purpose: we point people to Christ, who can restore the broken lives we cannot repair ourselves. Jesus speaks God’s truth and offers eternal life, so surrender means trusting his Word and letting his desires shape our choices. The message invites listeners to receive salvation, seek prayer, and ask the Holy Spirit to reveal Christ’s greatness in daily life.

Lock and Load | Part 1 | Acts 4

Sun, 21 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

When the first believers faced opposition, they asked God for boldness rather than retreating from their mission. Brandon Williams uses Acts 4 to call the church to ongoing prayer and dependence on Jesus. Peter and John return to their people after being threatened, and the believers pray for courage to speak God’s Word as he heals and works among them. Their confidence rests in God’s sovereignty and the Holy Spirit’s power. Prayer prepares ordinary people to share Christ with their community and shapes their desires around his kingdom. Listeners are invited to repent, release competing loyalties, and take their next step in following Jesus.

In This House | Part 6 | Genesis 1:26, Psalm 133:1-3, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Sun, 14 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

God designed believers to grow together in a family rather than follow Christ in isolation. Drawing on Genesis 1:26, Psalm 133 and Ecclesiastes 4, this message explains why Christian community matters and how it strengthens our faith. Healthy community combines growth in Christ, practical care for one another and a shared mission to make disciples. Apathy, self-centeredness, shame, busyness and bitterness can keep relationships shallow. Listeners are challenged to become the friend they hope to have, find people who love Jesus, and commit to loving them. Connect Groups offer a place to practice honesty, encouragement, forgiveness and prayer while reflecting Christ’s love to the world.

In This House | Part 5 | Malachi 1:6–2:2

Sun, 07 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Honor begins with recognizing the value God places on himself and on the people around us. Joey Fennell examines Malachi 1:6–2:2, where careless sacrifices reveal that God’s people have stopped treating him with reverence. Familiarity can turn worship and relationships into things we take for granted. The message challenges listeners to prepare for worship, participate expectantly, and give God their best. Honor also reaches into marriage, parenting, work and church life through respectful words, thoughtful actions and integrity. Because God sent Jesus to save undeserving people, believers are called to honor others rather than waiting for them to earn it.

In This House | Part 4 | 1 Corinthians 9:22, Acts 8:31, Romans 1:16

Sun, 30 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Sharing Jesus begins with a heart that wants others to experience the life he gives. Drawing on 1 Corinthians 9:22, Acts 8:31 and Romans 1:16, this message challenges believers to move beyond apathy, fear and embarrassment about the gospel. Jesus’ command to make disciples gives authority and urgency to everyday conversations. Personal stories show how prayer and a willingness to listen can open opportunities to explain faith without making the encounter complicated. Listeners are encouraged to know their own story, practice sharing it, and ask God for opportunities. Experiencing Christ personally fuels the desire to stop merely talking about reaching people and begin doing it.

In This House | Part 3 | 1 Corinthians 12:12-13

Sun, 23 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Serving allows God’s love to work through his people and show the world who he is. Brandon Williams explores 1 Corinthians 12:12–13, explaining that every believer belongs to Christ’s body and has an essential part to play. Past disappointments can distort our view of serving, but Jesus makes us competent and frees us from trying to earn God’s approval. Service flows from grace and gratitude, with love giving every task its purpose. From welcoming guests to caring for children, the church shares one message of God’s love. The message closes with communion, celebrating forgiveness, peace with God and unity in Christ.

In This House | Part 2 | Romans 12:1-2, Hebrews 12:28-29

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams describes worship as the heart’s response to what God has done through Jesus. From Romans 12 and Hebrews 12, he calls believers to offer their whole lives to God with gratitude, reverence and awe. Worship extends beyond singing into serving, giving, caring for others and gathering to encourage one another. Brandon explores corporate, public and private worship, showing how time with God shapes everyday relationships and choices. He challenges parents and others to consider what their example leads people to worship. The message invites listeners to surrender their preferences and agendas, magnify God together and respond freely to his transforming love.

In This House | Part 1 | 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Ezekiel 37:1–14

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

God’s Word is the foundation of life and ministry, bringing lasting change through the power of the Holy Spirit. Brandon Williams explores 2 Timothy 3:16–17, showing how Scripture teaches, rebukes, corrects and trains believers for the work God calls them to do. God’s correction expresses his love and leads toward life. Through Ezekiel’s vision of dry bones, the message shows how God’s Spirit brings hope and renewal where faith has grown cold. Listeners are encouraged to open the Bible to hear God’s voice, respond to what it says and trust Jesus for new life rather than treat reading as a duty.

Hook, Line, and Sinker | Part 4 | 1 Corinthians 13

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

God’s love draws people to Jesus, and sharing it begins with receiving it ourselves. Brandon Williams explores 1 Corinthians 13, contrasting shallow ideas about love with God’s patient, faithful and unfailing love. Jesus demonstrates that love through his sacrifice, offering grace that cannot be earned. Past rejection and painful experiences can make love difficult to receive, but God’s truth provides a new foundation for identity. The message encourages listeners to stop striving for approval, trust God’s love in hardship and return to Scripture for daily reminders. Resting in that love equips the church to offer hope and grace to others.

Hook, Line, and Sinker | Part 3 | Acts 21

Sun, 26 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Sharing faith starts with remembering how Jesus has rescued us. Brandon Williams follows Paul’s witness in Acts 21 and the account of his changed life, offering practical encouragement for telling others about Christ. Believers are urged to pray for opportunities, speak in language people understand, find common ground and be honest about their struggles. Every Christian has a story of meeting Jesus and experiencing his transforming work. Sharing that story does not require knowing every answer or hiding an imperfect past. The message calls listeners to speak with courage and persistence, trusting God with the results even when some people walk away.

Hook, Line, and Sinker | Part 2 | Mark 5:21-43

Sun, 19 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

No one is beyond the reach of Jesus. Brandon Williams explores Mark 5:21-43, where Jesus heals a woman who had suffered for twelve years and raises Jairus’s daughter. Their stories challenge the labels and assumptions that make people seem hopeless or unwelcome. Remembering how Jesus has treated us and overcome obstacles in our lives should renew our gratitude and move us to love others. Healing can be a process that believers walk through together. The message calls the church to welcome people who are different, reject the belief that anyone is unreachable and respond to God’s grace with worship, compassion and witness.

Hook, Line, and Sinker | Part 1 | Matthew 9:35-38-10:1-15

Sun, 12 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus calls ordinary, imperfect people to share his life-changing message. Joey Fennell explores Matthew 9 and 10, where Jesus sees the crowds with compassion, asks for workers and sends out the twelve disciples. Their weaknesses did not prevent Jesus from using them, and believers today should not let fear or feelings of inadequacy keep them from sharing their faith. Faith is personal, but it is meant to be shared through both words and actions. The message challenges listeners to move beyond attendance, care for people who do not know Christ and take a practical next step in serving, connecting or missions.

Am I Saved? | Part 5 | Romans 2:1-4, 2 Corinthians 5:14-16

Sun, 05 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

God’s kindness invites people to repentance and a new life in Christ. Brandon Williams explores Romans 2:1-4 and 2 Corinthians 5:14-16, explaining that repentance involves a changed understanding of Jesus that leads to a changed direction. It is more than an apology, guilty feelings or an attempt to appear good. Jesus calls believers into a relationship that transforms every area of life, including family, work, finances and identity. Using a chest of drawers as an illustration, the message challenges listeners to trust Jesus with their whole lives. Repentance begins in a moment and continues through ongoing surrender and the renewing of the mind through Scripture.

Am I Saved? | Part 4 | Acts 7:51-9:20

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Meeting Jesus brings a change that reaches both the heart and everyday life. Joey Fennell follows Stephen’s witness and Saul’s encounter with Jesus in Acts 7 through 9, contrasting a religious statement with genuine surrender. Saul moves from persecuting believers to receiving help from Ananias, being baptized and proclaiming Jesus as the Son of God. The message challenges listeners to examine whether faith has transformed their choices and relationships. This change grows from a new heart rather than a checklist of religious performance. Listeners are invited to surrender to Christ, take the next step of baptism and let the church walk alongside them.

Am I Saved? | Part 3 | Philippians 1:6, Ephesians 1:13-14

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

God completes the work He begins in those who trust Christ. Billy Shiver explores Philippians 1:6 and Ephesians 1:13-14, showing how the Holy Spirit seals believers and gives assurance of salvation. Faith rests fully on Jesus rather than personal effort or religious rules. The message invites listeners to examine the Spirit’s work through a new direction in life, sorrow over sin that leads to repentance and the struggle between flesh and Spirit. Changed desires lead believers to honor Christ and share the gospel. Listeners are encouraged to seek a transformed heart and rest in God’s promise to finish His work.

Am I Saved? | Part 2 | Romans 3:9-26

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Salvation is received through faith in Jesus and His finished work on the cross. Brandon Williams explores Romans 3:9-26, explaining that everyone falls short of God’s righteousness and cannot earn forgiveness through good works. Jesus redeems people from slavery to sin, reconciles them to God and bears the judgment their sin deserves. The message traces Old Testament sacrifices toward Christ’s ultimate sacrifice and explains how grace gives believers a new heart and new desires. Using a chair to illustrate trust, listeners are invited to place the full weight of their lives on Jesus, receive His forgiveness and rest in His righteousness.

Am I Saved? | Part 1 | Ezekiel 36:16-27

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A new heart changes what people love and how they live. Brandon Williams opens the Am I Saved? series in Ezekiel 36:16-27, examining God’s holiness, human sin and the idols that compete for people’s affections. God promises to cleanse His people, replace their hearts of stone and put His Spirit within them. The message distinguishes being made right with God through faith in Jesus from the lifelong process of growing in His likeness. Listeners are invited to examine whether their love for Jesus is growing, turn from lifeless idols and trust Christ’s sacrifice, allowing His grace to shape a life that honors God.

Rescued | John 11

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus brings life and freedom where people see only hopelessness. Brandon Williams celebrates Easter through John 11 and the raising of Lazarus, showing that God’s rescue can be greater than the change people expect in their circumstances. Jesus loves Martha, Mary and Lazarus even when His timing seems difficult to understand. His call brings Lazarus from the tomb and releases him from his grave clothes. A firefighter’s testimony illustrates the invitation to trust God’s rescuing hand. The message encourages listeners to bring their struggles to Christ, receive His forgiveness and new life, and trust that His love remains present through the process of change.

I Am Strong | Week 4 | Luke 19:37–44

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Closing I Am Strong on Palm Sunday, Brandon Williams examines the crowds surrounding Jesus as he enters Jerusalem. Some are curious, some submit only on their own terms, and others feel threatened by his authority. Luke 19 shows Jesus weeping over people who miss the peace God offers because they fail to recognize him. His victory reaches beyond immediate circumstances to overcome sin and death. The message calls listeners to respond with faith and repentance, surrendering control rather than trying to earn salvation. Recognizing Jesus as Lord means trusting his care and releasing worries, relationships and everyday decisions to him.

I Am Strong | Week 3 | Job, Proverbs 3:5-6

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Jon Irvan explores how God’s strength meets us when suffering and uncertainty exceed our understanding. Following Job’s losses, questions and encounter with God, he connects the story to Proverbs 3:5-6 and its call to wholehearted trust. Like a painting whose finished picture we cannot yet see, our circumstances may leave us confused without revealing everything God is doing. The message offers four responses: remember that God is God, trust His good plan, listen to His Word and repent where pride or bitterness has taken hold. Looking to the cross, listeners are invited to seek forgiveness and ask God for faith in their present struggles.

I Am Strong | Week 2 | Ephesians 4

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams teaches from Ephesians 4 that believers find strength by living as a united body under Jesus. The church is a family called together by God, sharing one identity, one hope and a common story of new life in Christ. Humility, patience, forgiveness and reconciliation protect that unity when differences arise. Each person receives gifts to serve others, build up the church and carry the gospel into everyday life. The message challenges listeners to move beyond attendance into genuine community, where shared service encourages maturity and makes Jesus visible to the world. Communion closes the message with an invitation to examine the heart and celebrate Christ’s sacrifice together.

I Am Strong | Week 1 | 2 Corinthians 12

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Opening I Am Strong, Brandon Williams explores Paul’s thorn in the flesh in 2 Corinthians 12. God’s sufficient grace makes weakness a place where Christ’s power can be displayed, rather than a reason to withdraw from Him. The message examines struggles with perfectionism, condemnation, insecurity, relationships and the future as opportunities to trust God more deeply. Listeners are encouraged to recognize their weaknesses, keep seeking God, share their burdens with trusted believers and surrender destructive patterns instead of nurturing them. Healing begins with bringing those struggles into the light and repeatedly returning them to Jesus, whose love and strength remain present through the process.

Heart Beat | Week 6 | John 3, Ezekiel 36:26

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Closing Heart Beat, Brandon Williams explains baptism as a public declaration of the new life God gives through faith in Jesus. John 3 describes spiritual rebirth, while Ezekiel’s promise of a new heart shows how God changes people at their core. Baptism announces new affections, forgiveness, reconciliation, belonging to the Father and a secure hope beyond this life. It celebrates salvation already received through Christ, rather than earning it through water or religious activity. The message invites listeners to examine whether they know Jesus, surrender to His love and follow Him openly, celebrating the transformation He has begun with the church community.

Heart Beat | Week 5 | Matthew 5:43–48

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explores Jesus’ command to love enemies and be perfect as the Father is perfect. Rather than lowering God’s standard or trying harder to earn His acceptance, believers receive righteousness through Christ’s completed work. Tracing humanity’s broken relationship with God and Jesus’ once-for-all sacrifice, the message explains salvation as grace received by faith. That same faith continues shaping everyday life as believers remain rooted in Christ. Scripture, prayer, fellowship and service become responses to His love instead of a checklist for approval. Listeners are invited to surrender self-reliance, receive God’s grace and grow in the freedom, hope and purpose He provides.

Heart Beat | Week 4 | 1 Corinthians 12:1-7

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams teaches from 1 Corinthians 12 that every believer receives a spiritual gift through God’s grace and the Holy Spirit. These gifts serve the common good and build up the church, rather than elevating individuals. Discovering them begins with loving God, loving people and stepping into practical opportunities to serve. The message calls for faithful, sacrificial service motivated by gratitude for salvation. It addresses burnout, shame over the past, misplaced priorities and disappointment with the church as barriers to participation. Listeners are encouraged to offer their abilities confidently, trusting Christ to unite His people and reveal His glory through their shared service.

Heart Beat | Week 3 | Matthew 9:9-13

Sun, 03 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

In Matthew 9, Jesus calls Matthew and shares a meal with tax collectors and sinners, revealing His heart for people far from God. Brandon Williams challenges believers to remember their own need for grace instead of replacing gratitude with judgment or religious performance. Christ’s love draws people out of darkness and transforms their lives through faith. The message calls the church to offer that same grace, acknowledge its struggles honestly and become a welcoming refuge. Listeners are invited to abandon self-righteousness, trust Jesus for their acceptance and let both past failures and present growth lead them toward worship and compassionate relationships.

Heart Beat | Week 2 | Luke 14:1-6

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams examines Jesus’ Sabbath healing in Luke 14, contrasting a living relationship with God and religious attempts to earn approval. Keeping a spiritual scoreboard, ruling a private kingdom and hoarding grace or resources leave people focused on themselves while overlooking others’ needs. Through Christ, righteousness and acceptance are received by faith rather than accumulated through good behavior. The message invites listeners to surrender control, abandon comparison and respond to God’s generosity with forgiveness, service and giving. A personal testimony illustrates the change from dutiful religious activity to loving and trusting Jesus, whose completed work brings freedom, joy and genuine heart transformation.

Heart Beat | Week 1 | Matthew 8:1-4

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Opening Heart Beat, Brandon Williams explores Jesus’ willingness to touch and heal a man with leprosy in Matthew 8. The encounter reveals Christ’s desire to restore people to wholeness, belonging and worship. The message examines pride, underestimating God, disappointment, remorse without repentance, self-condemnation and fear of standing apart as obstacles to surrender. Listeners are encouraged to trust God’s goodness through the cross, turn from sin and receive forgiveness they cannot earn. Surrender does not instantly repair every circumstance, but begins a path of restoration in Christ. Daily dependence on Him brings lasting satisfaction and a life that reflects His glory.

One Thing | Week 3 | John 7:37-42

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams teaches from John 7 that Jesus offers living water through the Holy Spirit, satisfying hearts and overflowing into others’ lives. Lasting spiritual fruit grows from His presence rather than attempts to modify behavior without heart transformation. Drawing on Psalm 130, the message encourages believers to recognize their dependence on God, cry out to Him, praise His goodness, wait patiently and make room for His presence. Prayer, Scripture and surrender keep that relationship central in everyday life. Listeners are invited to leave sources that promise fulfillment but cannot deliver and receive the life Christ freely offers, trusting His work on the cross.

One Thing | Week 2 | Mark 3:20

Sun, 06 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams calls listeners back to a living relationship with Jesus, beginning with the crowd gathered around Him in Mark 3. Church programs and religious routines cannot replace His transforming presence. Drawing on Jesus’ return across the Jordan in John 10, the message urges believers to return to where faith began and seek Him wholeheartedly. Four responses guide that return: stop running, turn around, look up and hold on. Confession brings hidden struggles into the light, while Christ’s grace frees believers from condemnation. His presence must shape everyday homes and relationships as well as the gathered church, sustaining a lifelong pursuit of Him.

One Thing | Week 1 | Psalm 16:7–11

Sun, 30 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Billy Shiver teaches from Psalm 16 that lasting joy is found in God’s presence and in following the path of life He reveals. Salvation begins with faith in Christ and a new heart, rather than efforts to earn God’s favor through religious activity. Keeping our eyes on Jesus involves knowing Him through Scripture and prayer, walking in repentance, treating others with gospel-shaped grace, asking how to honor Him and obeying His direction. Distraction leads to neglected fellowship, tolerated sin and isolation. Listeners are encouraged to return to Christ, seek accountability and strengthen others, trusting Him to renew the joy of salvation.

Tis the Season | Christmas Eve | Luke 7:11-17

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

For Christmas Eve, Brandon Williams explores Jesus’ compassion for the widow of Nain in Luke 7. Facing grief and lost hope, she encounters a Savior who steps into her suffering and restores her son to life. The message connects that encounter with Christmas: Jesus entered a broken world and carried our sin to the cross so we could receive forgiveness and lasting hope. Listeners are encouraged to bring hidden struggles honestly before Him instead of masking them. Hope rests in Christ rather than changing circumstances, and His invitation is to surrender, trust Him and welcome His presence into the messy places of life.

Tis the Season | Week 4 | Daniel 2

Sun, 16 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Joey Fennell addresses depression and the weight of overwhelming circumstances through Daniel’s response to danger in Daniel 2. He challenges the idea that believers should hide their struggles or face them alone. Daniel acknowledges the problem, gathers trusted friends to pray and depends on God for wisdom. The message encourages listeners to slow down, recognize what they are carrying, seek help and share life with a caring church community. Rather than demanding that every circumstance immediately change, they are invited to trust God’s presence through difficulty. Honest prayer, humility and supportive relationships become steps toward hope instead of continued isolation and denial.

Tis the Season | Week 3 | Romans 7:14-8:3.

Sun, 09 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams teaches from Romans 7 and 8 that freedom comes through Christ rather than attempts to measure up. Comparing ourselves with others breeds insecurity or pride, while God’s law exposes our inability to overcome sin on our own. Jesus fulfilled that standard and bore sin’s judgment, making freedom from condemnation possible for those who trust Him. The message distinguishes conviction, which calls us to turn from sin, from condemnation, which attacks our worth. Believers are encouraged to pursue Jesus through Scripture, prayer and supportive relationships, trusting the Holy Spirit to grow them in the righteousness Christ has freely given.

Tis the Season | Week 2 | Zephaniah 3:17

Sun, 02 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams challenges the selfishness that can turn Christmas and church attendance into empty routines. Drawing on 2 Timothy 3, he warns against having a form of godliness while denying God’s transforming power. The invitation is to pursue a living relationship with Jesus rather than seek approval through religious effort. Zephaniah 3 reveals a God who saves, delights in His people and rejoices over them with singing. Christ’s love and sacrifice free believers to leave guilt behind, remain spiritually alert and surrender their desires. Listeners are encouraged to trust the Holy Spirit, receive their identity as God’s children and worship Him wholeheartedly.

Tis the Season | Week 1 | 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams opens the Christmas series by challenging materialism through Paul’s call to generosity in 2 Corinthians 9. Giving reveals whether we trust God to accomplish more with our resources than we can ourselves. Rather than ask for the minimum required, believers are encouraged to give cheerfully, recognize a greater purpose for their blessings and obey God’s direction. Generosity meets needs and leads others to thank and praise Him. The message proposes setting something aside daily until Christmas Eve as a practical response. Above all, Christ’s life, death and resurrection are God’s indescribable gift, inspiring surrender of our money, time and energy.

NEXT | Week 4 (Our Next Step) | Joshua 3

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In Joshua 3, the priests step into the flooded Jordan before God stops its waters. Brandon Williams calls believers to carry God's presence, expect His power and take obedient steps before knowing how everything will work out. He connects Israel's crossing to Connection's next step in 2012: a new ministry facility paired with an equal commitment to missions and outreach. The goal is transformed lives, not a building that replaces the church's mission. Through Jesus' death and resurrection, God has made a way into a reconciled relationship with Him. The message invites listeners to trust Christ and participate in what God is doing.

NEXT | Week 3 | Joshua 4

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The twelve memorial stones in Joshua 4 reminded Israel that God had brought them through the Jordan so the world would know His power. Brandon Williams challenges believers to let their lives become similar testimonies. That means moving from individual concerns to shared purpose, choosing God's kingdom over comfort and responding obediently when He leads. Past experiences of God's faithfulness should encourage the next step rather than become idols that keep the church stagnant. Jesus' cross and empty tomb provide the greatest reminder of God's grace and the pattern of selfless obedience. Listeners are invited to surrender and take steps that help others encounter Christ.

NEXT | Week 2 | Joshua 1

Sun, 04 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams teaches from Joshua 1 that taking the next step begins with trusting God's way above our own. God calls Joshua to lead Israel forward with courage, promising His presence and faithfulness. Jesus' Great Commission likewise sends His followers with His authority and the assurance that He remains with them. Yet following Him requires surrender: letting go of sin, self-reliance and the desire to make ourselves the center of the story. Christ's death and resurrection make new life possible. Through Scripture, prayer and obedient action, listeners are encouraged to know Jesus personally, seek help where needed and respond to the next step He reveals.

NEXT | Week 1 | Exodus 3:1-15

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

In Exodus 3, God calls Moses from the burning bush to take a daunting step of faith. Brandon Williams explains that every believer has a next step, revealed as we seek God through His Word and prayer. Questions and insecurities do not disqualify us; confidence comes from knowing the One who sends us. God's declaration, 'I AM,' reveals the unchanging Creator and Sustainer who is our foundation and worthy of our worship. Jesus applies that name to Himself in John 8 and makes reconciliation with God possible. Listeners are encouraged to trust Him, pursue a living relationship and respond obediently wherever He leads.

Heart and Soul | Week 5 | 1 Samuel 9:27-10:8

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams shares how surrendering his ambitions during a difficult season led to Connection Church's beginnings. Saul's anointing in 1 Samuel 9 and 10 illustrates confidence rooted in God's calling rather than other people's approval. The message then turns to Acts 2 to describe a church united around discipleship, fellowship, serving, worship and evangelism. Every believer has a part to play, using their gifts to connect people with Christ and care for one another. Practical responses include serving, giving gratefully and joining a group for spiritual growth. Listeners are invited to trust Jesus, find their identity in Him and participate wholeheartedly wherever God places them.

Heart and Soul | Week 4 | Jeremiah 32, Psalms 1

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

God promises to gather His people, give them one heart and purpose, and remain faithful to His everlasting covenant. Brandon Williams explores Jeremiah 32, where hope for restoration comes while Jerusalem faces destruction. These promises point listeners away from guilt and self-reliance toward the grace secured through Jesus. Psalm 1 describes a life rooted in God's Word, growing like a tree beside water. Rather than depending on circumstances or personal performance, believers can find satisfaction in Christ and bear fruit through His Spirit. The message closes with communion, inviting the church to examine their hearts, remember Jesus' sacrifice and trust God's wholehearted commitment to them.

Heart and Soul | Week 3 | Romans 12:3-8

Sun, 07 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Every believer receives spiritual gifts through God's grace, and those gifts are meant to strengthen others' faith. Billy Shiver explores Romans 12:3-8, beginning with a humble understanding of ourselves and the church as Christ's body. Salvation rests on Jesus' work rather than personal achievement, leaving no room for pride or comparison. Different members serve different functions, yet share one Lord and purpose. Instead of becoming preoccupied with naming a gift, listeners are encouraged to serve, notice what they enjoy and do well, and seek feedback from fellow believers. The invitation is to trust Christ, participate in a local church and help others grow.

Heart and Soul | Week 2 | Luke 10:17–21

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Lasting joy comes from knowing Jesus and receiving His salvation. Brandon Williams explores Luke 10, where Jesus directs the disciples' excitement toward their names being written in heaven. The message examines how outward religious activity can conceal hearts that have drifted from Christ. Questions from Matthew 23 invite honest reflection on appearances, integrity, mercy and surrender. Galatians points to freedom through faith in Jesus' finished work and the transforming power of God's grace. Listeners are encouraged to bring their whole lives to Christ, seek His presence and trust His Spirit to change them from within, sharing that life and love with others.

Heart and Soul | Week 1 | Luke 24:45-53, Acts 1:1-8

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus commissions His followers to make disciples and promises the Holy Spirit to empower that mission. Brandon Williams explores Luke 24 and Acts 1, then traces Peter's transformation from fear, doubt and past failure into courageous witness. The message explains that believers receive the Spirit through faith in Christ, are sealed by His presence and are called to follow His direction continually. Surrender and obedience allow His work to overflow into the lives of others. Listeners are invited to repent, trust Jesus' forgiveness and take their next step, including baptism as a public response to salvation, depending on God's power for daily life and ministry.

50 Shades of Gray | Biblical Sex | Genesis 2:18-25

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Joey Fennell explores Genesis 2:18-25 to describe marriage and sexual intimacy within a covenant shaped by faith in Jesus. He emphasizes each partner's relationship with God, respect for one another and a willingness to put shared commitments ahead of selfish desires. Practical encouragement includes honest communication, listening, accountability and protecting time together. The message also invites people carrying regret or pain to receive Christ's forgiveness and seek support rather than struggle alone. Married couples are encouraged to pray together and pursue deeper connection, while single listeners are challenged to entrust their relationships to God. Everyone is invited to surrender and begin again in Christ.

50 Shades of Gray | Abortion | Psalm 139:13-16, Romans 8:28

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams examines abortion through Psalm 139 and Romans 8:28, teaching that God creates and values human life and can bring good from painful circumstances. He calls the church to combine biblical conviction with grace, offering practical support through adoption, fostering and care for single mothers. Three testimonies share experiences of adoption, difficult pregnancy and receiving forgiveness, emphasizing the need for a welcoming community where people can seek help without hiding their struggles. Brandon points to Jesus’ finished work on the cross as the foundation for forgiveness and healing, inviting listeners to surrender to Christ and respond through prayer and compassionate action.

50 Shades of Gray | Homosexuality | Romans 1:18–32

Sun, 02 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams addresses homosexuality through Romans 1:18–32, presenting his understanding of biblical sexual ethics while challenging the church to reject hatred, hypocrisy and judgmentalism. He explains that Paul’s argument confronts the idolatry and sin of all humanity, calling every listener to examine what has taken God’s place in their heart. The message emphasizes heart transformation through Jesus rather than outward behavior alone, with forgiveness grounded in Christ’s work on the cross. Brandon urges believers to extend the patience God has shown them, walk alongside others with love and encouragement, and surrender their own desires, hopes and daily lives to God.

50 Shades of Gray | Pornography | 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams opens 50 Shades of Gray with 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8, calling listeners to holiness and addressing pornography as an issue of the heart. He describes its effects on relationships, trust and intimacy, emphasizing God’s desire to restore people rather than leave them in guilt and shame. Using “stop, drop and roll,” Brandon urges listeners to stop rationalizing sin, bring their struggles honestly to Christ and move away from temptation. He encourages accountability and support from trusted believers while stressing that lasting change comes through grace, renewed minds and a growing love for Jesus. The message closes with an invitation to repentance, surrender and prayer.

You Can't Tell Me What To Do | Part Three | Hebrews 13:7-17, Matthew 8:5-13

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Billy Shiver concludes You Can’t Tell Me What To Do by exploring how the church functions under Christ’s authority. Through the centurion’s faith in Matthew 8 and the responsibilities of leaders in Hebrews 13, he connects trust in Jesus with obedience and faithful leadership. Billy emphasizes that church leaders must teach Scripture accurately, live faithfully and care for people, with their authority grounded in God’s Word. He calls believers to share one purpose, serve others, bear one another’s burdens and grow together in community. The message closes by inviting personal surrender, prayer for leaders and thoughtful participation in communion with Christ at the center.

You Can't Tell Me What To Do | Part Two | 2 Timothy 3:10–17

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explores 2 Timothy 3:10–17 to explain why Scripture should hold authority in a believer’s life. He teaches that God-breathed Scripture reveals God’s character, purposes and the identity of those who belong to Christ. Its authority makes it useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training, while its power renews minds, strengthens faith and guides obedient living. Brandon encourages listeners to set aside regular time to read an understandable Bible, write down what they learn and pursue accountability in community. He challenges the church to put familiar truths into practice and invites those who do not know Jesus to surrender to him in faith.

You Can't Tell Me What To Do | Part One | 1 Kings 1

Sun, 05 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams begins You Can’t Tell Me What To Do with Adonijah’s attempt to claim the throne in 1 Kings 1. He uses the story to challenge listeners to examine whether Jesus truly rules their lives or whether they are following their own desires. Brandon describes the broken fellowship and consequences of rebellion, warning against underestimating God’s power, taking his goodness for granted and avoiding truth. He encourages grateful worship and trust in Christ’s ability to restore broken lives. The message invites listeners to see God as a loving Father, humble themselves before the true King and surrender their decisions, relationships and daily lives to Jesus.

Core | Encourage | Galatians 5:22–6:2

Sun, 29 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams concludes Core by exploring encouragement as the practical work of carrying one another’s burdens. Drawing from Galatians 5:22–6:2, he calls believers to follow the Spirit, reject comparison and pride, and grow in spiritual maturity. Encouragement means stepping into people’s struggles, gently restoring those caught in sin and speaking truth with love. Brandon emphasizes investing in relationships through Scripture, prayer and Connect Groups rather than trying to manage life alone. Pointing to Jesus, who entered our struggle and lifted the burden of sin, he invites listeners to trust Christ and build a community where people help one another grow and heal.

Core | Serve | Ephesians 2:8, James 2:17

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Jon Irvan explores the core value of serving, beginning with salvation as God’s gift of grace in Ephesians 2:8 and the call to active faith in James 2:17. He examines five common barriers: misplaced priorities, expecting a return, feeling underappreciated, pursuing personal desires and assuming someone else will help. Jon thanks volunteers and explains how every role contributes to a welcoming church where people can encounter Jesus. Through Scripture and a volunteer’s testimony, he challenges listeners to surrender their schedules and ambitions to Christ. The message closes with Jesus’ humility in Philippians 2, inviting believers to serve willingly, joyfully and for God’s glory.

Core | Invite | Luke 14:15-24

Sun, 15 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Jon Irvan connects the core value of inviting with the investment we make in Christ, other people and the church. Through Jesus’ parable of the great banquet in Luke 14:15-24, he explains that meaningful invitations begin by valuing both what we offer and the people we hope will come. Jon challenges selective invitations and urges believers to recognize the worth of every person, including those often overlooked. He points to Jesus’ sacrifice as the foundation of the gospel’s value. The message calls listeners to share their faith confidently, invite people into church and Connect Groups, and personally respond to Christ’s invitation to salvation.

Core | Invest | 2 Corinthians 5:14–21

Sun, 08 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Billy Shiver opens Core by explaining that believers invest because God first invested in them through Jesus Christ. From 2 Corinthians 5:14–21, he describes reconciliation with God, new life in Christ and the calling to represent Jesus as his ambassadors. Billy identifies three areas of investment: a personal relationship with God, other people and the local church. He encourages regular Scripture reading and prayer, sacrificial relationships that show Christ’s love, and participation through serving, Connect Groups and generous giving. The message challenges passive church attendance and calls listeners to respond to the gospel with practical obedience, shared purpose and trust in Jesus’ saving work.

Blessed or Cursed | Remembering your blessings | Psalm 103

Sun, 01 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams concludes Blessed or Cursed by calling listeners to remember God’s blessings in Psalm 103. He considers life’s brevity, the reality of judgment and separation from God, and the rescue Jesus accomplished through the cross. Brandon explains that recognizing the seriousness of sin deepens gratitude for forgiveness, redemption, compassion and God’s enduring love. Returning to the psalm, he contrasts human frailty with the Father’s faithfulness and urges believers to place their confidence in Christ’s righteousness. The message calls for joyful worship, urgency in sharing the gospel and eyes open to opportunities to tell others how Jesus has changed their lives.

Blessed or Cursed | Why we don't give | Malachi 3:6-12

Sun, 24 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams examines why people hesitate to give to the local church through Malachi 3:6-12. He addresses missing biblical teaching, a heart that trusts money, rebellion, financial strain, misunderstanding the church’s purpose and disconnection from its vision. Brandon presents giving as worship and a response to God’s generosity, emphasizing stewardship of all resources rather than a transaction that purchases God’s favor. He challenges listeners to reorder their priorities, support ministry and missions, and see the church as Christ’s bride. The message invites practical next steps: trusting Jesus, learning responsible stewardship, committing to a church community and giving cheerfully with renewed faith.

Blessed or Cursed | Upholding the Law | Galatians 3

Sun, 17 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explores Galatians 3 and the struggle to finish by human effort what God began through faith. Using Abraham’s example, he explains that righteousness comes through trusting God rather than perfect religious performance. The law exposes sin and the curse of falling short, while Jesus bears that curse and offers forgiveness, the Spirit and a changed heart. Brandon urges listeners to keep their eyes on Christ, hear God’s Word and respond in faith as they grow. Drawing on Hebrews 4, he encourages confidence in Jesus, the compassionate High Priest who supplies mercy and grace, turning frustrated religion into a living relationship with God.

Momentum | Courage | Nehemiah 2:1-5

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams closes Momentum by exploring Nehemiah 2:1-5 and the courage needed to take the next step with God. Nehemiah’s prayer before addressing the king illustrates dependence on God when obedience involves fear and risk. Brandon explains that courage means acting on conviction despite fear, and that faithful daily choices can make a lasting impact. He urges listeners to prepare their hearts through prayer, trust Christ as their secure foundation and resist trading obedience for comfort. Biblical examples point to God’s greatness rather than human strength, while Jesus provides the ultimate example. The message ends with an invitation to receive prayer and move forward in faith.

Momentum | God's Favor | Nehemiah 1

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams examines Nehemiah 1 and God’s favor as the power that positions believers to serve people and fulfill God’s purposes. He challenges the idea that favor guarantees comfort or personal gain, pointing instead to the grace already received through Jesus. Examples from Nehemiah, Joseph, Esther, Mary and Jesus show God working through ordinary lives to bring deliverance and reveal His glory. Brandon encourages patience with God’s preparation, faithful witness in everyday relationships and prayer for influence that serves the kingdom. Listeners are invited to recognize God’s work, ask for favor and take their next step in obedience, including serving, community and baptism.

Momentum | God's Promise | Nehemiah 1:8-9, 2 Corinthians 1:18-22, Revelation 21:1-5

Sun, 27 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explores God’s promises through Nehemiah’s prayer, the assurance of Christ and the future hope pictured in Revelation 21. He explains that God has both the power and the desire to fulfill His Word, encouraging listeners to remember and pray His promises when circumstances are difficult. The message considers the tension between promises secured in Jesus and their fullness still to come. Brandon highlights standing firm in Christ, being anointed for God’s work, receiving His seal of ownership and the Spirit as a guarantee. These assurances invite believers to persevere with confidence, pursue spiritual maturity and continue the journey God has given them.

Momentum | Burden for God's People | Nehemiah 1:1–11

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explores Nehemiah 1:1-11 and how prayer shapes a heart that cares for people who are hurting or far from God. Nehemiah’s grief over Jerusalem illustrates a burden received from God, carried back to Him in prayer and expressed through obedient action. Brandon encourages listeners to ask for God’s compassion and depend on His strength instead of trying to meet every need alone. Using Jesus’ model prayer, he presents prayer as honest conversation with the Father rather than a complicated performance. The message calls the church to pray intentionally for others, invest in their lives and invite them to experience the hope found in Jesus.

Momentum | The Greatness of God | Nehemiah 1:1-11

Sun, 06 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams opens Momentum with Nehemiah 1:1-11, presenting prayer as the starting point for spiritual growth and the work God does through His people. Nehemiah’s recognition of God’s greatness invites listeners to approach prayer with gratitude and dependence. Brandon considers three barriers: taking grace for granted, resisting surrender and allowing painful experiences to define God’s character. He points to Jesus as the one who makes access to the Father possible and encourages simple, honest conversation that includes listening. A testimony of faith amid grief reinforces the call to trust God’s goodness, faithfulness and sovereignty, even when life brings questions that remain unanswered.

Superhero | Priorities | Acts 17:22-25

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Billy Shiver closes Superhero by examining Acts 17:22-25 and the question of what receives the greatest value in our lives. He explains worship as the foundation on which people build their lives, showing how good things can become idols when placed above Jesus. Billy offers practical ways to examine priorities by following time, energy, money, burdens, prayers and questions. Personal examples illustrate how relationships, sports and work can either displace God or become opportunities to honor Him. Drawing on Jesus’ picture of a house built on rock, he invites listeners to trust Christ for a new heart and a secure foundation that reshapes everyday worship.

Superhero | The Purpose | Deuteronomy 3:23–28

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explores Deuteronomy 3:23–28 and Moses’ calling to strengthen Joshua and lead others toward God’s promise. Tracing Moses’ rescue as a child and his later calling, Brandon explains that God saves people for a purpose: to serve and help others know Him. He contrasts dwelling on past failures with trusting the freedom and victory Jesus has already secured, encouraging listeners to focus on what is true and praiseworthy. Jesus washing His disciples’ feet provides the model for humble service. As the church prepares for communion, Brandon invites listeners to examine their hearts and commit to investing in people who need Christ.

Superhero | Fully Finished Forever | Matthew 23:1-7, John 19:28-30

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams celebrates Easter by contrasting outward religion with the new life Jesus gives. From Matthew 23:1-7, he examines hypocrisy, burdensome rules and the desire to impress others, explaining why these leave people disillusioned and cannot transform the heart. Turning to John 19:28-30, Brandon unfolds Jesus’ declaration that His work is finished. Christ fulfilled God’s righteous requirements, took sin upon Himself and rose from the grave, overcoming death. Through everyday illustrations, the message invites listeners to trust Jesus rather than their own performance and rejoice in a salvation that is fully finished forever, with their past cleansed, present preserved and future covered.

Superhero | Came to the Rescue | Mark 5:24-34

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams begins Superhero with Mark 5:24-34, where a woman who has exhausted her resources reaches out to Jesus and receives healing and peace. Through rescue stories and everyday illustrations, he connects her helplessness and lostness with humanity’s need for salvation. Brandon explains that people cannot earn God’s perfection or rescue themselves from sin, but Jesus willingly stepped into their place and paid the cost through His life and death. The woman’s encounter reveals a Savior who offers freedom rather than condemnation. Listeners are invited to recognize their need, trust Christ and receive the grace, love and righteousness God freely gives.

Illuminate | Week 5 | Acts 1:8

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams concludes Illuminate by exploring Acts 1:8 and the Holy Spirit’s power to make believers witnesses for Jesus. Looking across the early church’s life in Acts, he identifies four expressions of boldness: speaking the gospel, living for Christ, fighting for unity and facing affliction or discomfort. Brandon emphasizes that truthful words and transformed lives belong together, with genuine fruit growing from a relationship with Jesus. Patience, forgiveness and love protect the church’s unity and strengthen its witness. The message calls listeners to depend desperately on the Holy Spirit, pray for boldness and take practical steps to share Christ with others.

Illuminate | Week 4 | Exodus 19

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explores Exodus 19 to show why lasting life change begins with a heart made new by God’s Spirit. He examines four traps: treating God’s affection as a reward for performance, reducing faith to behavior modification, trying to make ourselves worthy of God and assuming religious surroundings alone will change us. Brandon points listeners to Jesus, who supplies the righteousness they cannot earn and brings them into a relationship with God. Drawing a contrast between rebellion at Sinai and new life at Pentecost, he encourages listeners to keep their eyes on Christ and trust the Holy Spirit to transform them throughout life.

Illuminate | Week 3 | John 3:1–8

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explores Jesus’ conversation with Nicodemus in John 3:1–8 to explain what it means to be born again. Tracing sin’s separation from God in Genesis and God’s promise of a new heart and Spirit in Ezekiel, he presents new birth as God’s gracious work rather than a moral makeover people accomplish themselves. Brandon describes five signs of that new life: growing Christlike character, conviction that turns people from sin, genuine love for others, delight in obeying God and perseverance in faith. He encourages listeners to trust Jesus’ victory over sin and death, finding their identity and hope in Christ rather than circumstances.

Illuminate | Week 2 | 1 Corinthians 13, Matthew 28

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams addresses four misunderstandings about the Holy Spirit: treating Him as less than the Father and Son, making His work about us, defining Him by our experiences and viewing Him as optional. Through Matthew 28 and 1 Corinthians 13, Brandon explains that the Spirit is God, glorifies Jesus and produces love rather than merely impressive gifts or emotional experiences. He urges listeners to let Scripture shape their understanding, abide in Christ and depend on the Spirit for new life and lasting fruit. The message closes with an invitation to seek God in prayer, trusting His power to transform hearts and reach others.

Illuminate | Week 1 | Acts 6

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams opens Illuminate with a heartfelt challenge for Connection Church to depend on the Holy Spirit and share responsibility for its mission. In Acts 6, the growing church appoints Spirit-filled servants to care for overlooked widows while the apostles devote themselves to prayer and the Word. Brandon explains that every believer is gifted for the common good, with no second-class Christians. He calls listeners to move beyond attendance, serve others and join the life of the church. Drawing on Jonathan and his armor-bearer, he urges the congregation to stand together, heart and soul, so others can encounter God’s transforming grace.

10K5 | No More Excuses | Exodus 3-4

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Joey Fennell examines Moses’ call in Exodus 3–4 to challenge the excuses that keep people from serving God. Moses questions his worth, God’s authority, others’ response and his ability to speak before asking God to send someone else. Joey points to God’s presence and provision as the answer to fear and inadequacy. He encourages listeners to recognize the opportunities, passions and obstacles that reveal where God can use what they already have. As Connection launches its 10K5 missions initiative, the message calls people to trust Jesus, reorder their priorities and respond obediently to opportunities to serve others and share their faith.

Gideon | Week Four | Judges 8:22–35

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams concludes Gideon by examining Judges 8:22–35 and the danger of starting strong without finishing well. Gideon’s golden ephod becomes a snare, illustrating how temporary things can displace devotion to God. Brandon encourages listeners to remember the life Christ rescued them from, keep enjoying God’s presence and place their future hope in heaven. He identifies busyness, religious legalism, knowledge without transformation and disconnection from the church as distractions that weaken faith. The message calls believers to fix their eyes on Jesus, receive His freely given grace and live for His kingdom throughout the week, trusting God to renew hearts that have drifted.

Gideon | Week Three | Judges 7:15–18

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explores Judges 7:15–18, where Gideon leads three hundred men into battle with trumpets, jars and torches, trusting God for victory. He calls the church to believe that God can work beyond its own abilities, trust His promises and commit wholeheartedly to His purpose. Brandon describes the local church as God’s people serving together, with responsibility to care for others and proclaim the gospel. He emphasizes that commitment to the body begins with surrender to Jesus. The message closes by encouraging listeners to release the burdens they keep carrying, trust Christ for salvation and take their next step in the church’s mission.

Gideon | Week Two | Judges 6:11–16

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams examines Gideon’s call in Judges 6:11–16 to address the excuses that hinder people from following God. Gideon’s fear, painful circumstances, doubts about God’s willingness and sense of weakness echo struggles believers face today. Brandon encourages listeners to let Scripture reveal God’s character rather than defining Him through difficult experiences. He explains that God’s strength works through weakness and that a troubled past does not prevent His transforming work. Pointing to Jesus’ cross and resurrection as evidence of God’s love and power, the message calls listeners to trust Christ for salvation, surrender their excuses and take their next step of faith.

Gideon | Week One | Judges 6:1-12

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams begins Gideon in Judges 6:1–12, tracing Israel’s rebellion, the destruction that follows and God’s faithful response when His people cry out for help. He connects that pattern to the struggle of trying to hold life together apart from its Giver. Brandon presents Jesus’ perfect life, sacrificial death and transforming Spirit as God’s greatest intervention to rescue people from sin. He explains that crying out means honest repentance and surrender rather than bargaining for desired outcomes. Through Zacchaeus and the prodigal son, the message invites listeners to recognize their need, trust God’s power to save and return to the Father who welcomes them.

Rewind | Ephesians 3:20

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams looks back on God’s work at Connection Church in 2011 and encourages listeners to enter the new year with faith. Drawing from Ephesians 3:20, he emphasizes God’s power to accomplish more than people can ask or imagine. Testimonies of salvation, baptism, community and service illustrate the impact of taking a next step. Through Israel’s crossing of the Jordan in Joshua 3, Brandon challenges listeners to trust God and obey even when the outcome feels uncertain. He explains that these steps respond to the grace already given through Jesus and invite the church to share His hope with others.

Life Outside of Sunday | 1 John 1:5–9

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Billy Shiver explores how the Holy Spirit changes believers’ lives beyond a Sunday service. Drawing from 1 John 1:5–9, he explains that walking in the light involves recognizing sin and responding with confession and repentance. Scripture, the Spirit’s conviction and accountability help believers see their need for Jesus rather than focus on others’ faults. Billy emphasizes God’s faithful forgiveness and the freedom from condemnation found in Christ. He challenges listeners to examine their desires, depend on God’s transforming work and live with confidence in Christ’s return. The message calls the church to demonstrate real life change that points others to Jesus.

A Connection Christmas | Luke 1:26-38

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams examines Gabriel’s announcement to Mary in Luke 1:26–38 to explain the new life offered through Jesus. He highlights four truths: God initiates the relationship, gives His grace freely, accomplishes what seems impossible and invites a response of trust. Brandon connects Mary’s experience to Christ’s coming and sacrifice, emphasizing that people cannot earn reconciliation with God through religious effort. The message invites listeners to say yes to Jesus and allow the Holy Spirit to transform their hearts. Whether facing hopelessness, a painful past or an empty routine of religious activity, listeners are encouraged to receive Christ’s offer of new life.

Marital Arts | Unconditional Love | Hosea 3

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams concludes Marital Arts in Hosea 3, using Hosea’s return to Gomer to illustrate God’s redemptive, unconditional love. He connects Christ’s sacrifice and forgiveness to the love believers can extend within marriage and other relationships. Brandon describes love that sacrifices, moves toward a spouse after an offense, releases a record of wrongs, serves and offers patience. Through Jesus’ parable of the unforgiving servant in Matthew 18, he emphasizes that receiving God’s grace changes how people forgive others. The message challenges listeners to depend on the Holy Spirit, choose forgiveness and take a step toward relationships that reflect Christ’s love.

Marital Arts | The I is Pride | Philippians 2

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams uses Philippians 2 to examine how pride and selfish ambition undermine unity in marriage and other relationships. He encourages listeners to seek wholeness in Christ, share a purpose centered on Jesus and define success through God’s calling rather than personal achievement at the expense of family. Christ’s humility and willingness to serve provide the example for putting others’ interests first. Brandon explains that the Holy Spirit transforms hearts and renews minds as believers imitate Jesus. The message challenges individuals and couples to release past offenses, acknowledge their need for help and take a next step toward humility, service and reconciliation.

Marital Arts: A Different Perspective | Hosea 3

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams begins Marital Arts in Hosea 3, presenting Hosea’s pursuit of Gomer as a picture of God’s faithful love for His people. He challenges listeners to let Scripture shape their understanding of marriage and to see it as a covenant that reflects Christ’s relationship with the church. Brandon emphasizes finding satisfaction in Jesus, taking the marriage commitment seriously and building on Christ as its foundation. He encourages spouses to pursue each other with the grace God has shown them. Acknowledging the pain of divorce and broken relationships, the message offers hope of healing and invites listeners to seek prayer, counseling and reconciliation.

I AM | The True Vine | John 15:1–17

Sat, 26 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams concludes I AM in John 15, explaining that Jesus is the true vine and that lasting fruit comes from remaining in Him. He contrasts genuine heart transformation with a religious appearance that leaves a person unchanged. God’s grace, rather than guilt or self-effort, enables believers to grow and share His life with others. Brandon challenges listeners to examine whether their lives display the fruit of the Spirit and make an eternal difference. He closes by asking them to look honestly at their lives, trust the life Jesus offers and take their next step, whether trusting Christ for salvation or allowing God to prune what hinders growth.

I AM | The Way, The Truth, and The Life | John 14:1–14

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explores Jesus’ declaration in John 14 that He is the way, the truth and the life. He explains why people cannot reach a holy God through a sinless record, their own efforts to become perfect or a change in God’s character. Jesus lived without sin, makes those who trust Him a new creation and fulfills God’s justice through the cross. Brandon presents Christ’s death and resurrection as God’s gracious provision for forgiveness and life. He encourages listeners to understand and explain their faith, trust Jesus for salvation and take the next step God is calling them to in relationships, service and spiritual growth.

I Am | The Resurrection and the Life | John 11:17–44

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Raoul Armbrister explores Jesus’ declaration in John 11 that He is the resurrection and the life, asking listeners whether they believe Him. He connects Christ’s identity as the eternal I AM with His power to give salvation, restore hope and bring dormant gifts into use for God’s kingdom. Raoul points to the empty tomb and Jesus’ appearances after His resurrection, alongside personal illustrations of healing and ministry. He encourages listeners to trust Christ with broken relationships, lost joy and difficult circumstances, believing that His power can transform their lives. The message closes by emphasizing faith in Jesus and using the life He gives to connect others with God.

I Am | The Good Shepherd | John 10:11–18

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Billy Shiver examines Jesus as the good shepherd in John 10, explaining why He is worth following. Jesus willingly lays down His life for His sheep, leads them into abundant life, keeps them secure and invites them to know Him personally. Billy contrasts merely agreeing with facts about Jesus or keeping religious rules with depending on Christ to change the heart. Drawing on his own experience, he urges listeners to seek new desires through the Holy Spirit rather than trying to follow Jesus alone. He also encourages believers who know Christ’s joy to join a small group, mentor younger people and help others grow in faith.

I AM | The Gate | John 10:1–10

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explores Jesus’ declaration that He is the gate in John 10, connecting it with the gates of righteousness in Psalm 118. He explains that everyone has fallen short of God’s standard and that good deeds, religious appearances and comparisons with others cannot make a person righteous. Jesus takes sin upon Himself at the cross and gives His righteousness to those who trust Him. Brandon emphasizes that God’s love changes the heart from within, making a real relationship with Him possible. Drawing on Hebrews 10, he encourages listeners to hold firmly to their hope in Christ and make daily use of the access Jesus has opened into God’s presence.

I AM | The Light of the World | John 8:12–30

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explores Jesus as the light of the world, connecting His declaration in John 8 with the healing of the blind man in John 9. He explains how spiritual blindness clouds decisions and an eternal perspective. Jesus reveals humanity’s sinful condition, God’s gracious character, the seriousness of sin and the forgiveness made possible through the cross. His resurrection displays God’s power over darkness and the possibility of transformed lives. Brandon challenges listeners to bring hidden areas into Christ’s light, trust Him for salvation and let His Spirit change their relationships and choices. He encourages believers to reflect God’s glory and carry His light into a dark world.

I AM | The Bread of Life | John 6:25–59

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams begins I AM in John 6, presenting Jesus as the bread of life and the foundation for lasting satisfaction. He contrasts temporary appetites for possessions, pleasure and recognition with the eternal longing only God can fulfill. Brandon challenges listeners to examine whether they seek Jesus Himself or merely what He can provide. The work God calls for is believing in Christ rather than earning His favor through religious effort. He encourages daily Scripture reading, meditation and prayer that keep attention on God when temptation or worry arises. The message emphasizes receiving life from Jesus, trusting His sufficiency and finding contentment in Him through every circumstance.

GATA | Week 4 | Acts 8:26-38

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams closes GATA with Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8, showing how faith produces a response to God’s prompting. Philip crosses cultural barriers to share Jesus, while the eunuch receives God’s grace and takes his next step through baptism. Brandon explains that salvation comes through faith in Christ; baptism publicly identifies believers with Jesus’ death, resurrection and cleansing work. He urges listeners to own their faith, obey Scripture and follow Christ despite inconvenience or others’ opinions. Whether the next step is salvation, baptism, reconciliation or sharing the gospel, responding to God can open the way for someone else to encounter Him.

GATA | Week 3 | Acts 8:9-24

Sun, 02 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams examines Simon’s attempt to buy God’s gift in Acts 8, challenging listeners to recognize the distance between human sinfulness and God’s holiness. He warns that familiarity with sin and religious routines can hide the need for grace. Giving, serving, moral behavior, emotional experiences and a prayer cannot earn salvation; only trusting Jesus bridges the gap. Drawing on Jeremiah and Hebrews, Brandon explains that God forgives sin and changes hearts from within through Christ and the Holy Spirit. He encourages honest self-examination, renewed surrender and a relationship grounded in trust and gratitude, allowing God’s transforming work to shape daily life and relationships.

GATA | Week 2 | Luke 11:9-13

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams continues GATA by urging believers to move beyond obstacles that keep them from sharing Christ’s love. Beginning with Luke 11, he emphasizes God’s willingness to give His Spirit to those who ask. Philip’s ministry in Samaria illustrates a changed heart crossing cultural barriers and caring for physical and spiritual needs. Brandon challenges excuses rooted in awkwardness, busyness, inadequacy, prejudice and selfishness. From 2 Corinthians 5, he explains that Christ’s love and the gift of reconciliation compel believers to become His ambassadors. He encourages practical kindness, genuine relationships and sharing personal stories of grace, trusting God’s power rather than waiting for perfect circumstances.

GATA | Week 1 | Acts 8:1–4

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams opens GATA in Acts 8, calling the church to share Jesus intentionally rather than remain comfortable and complacent. He explains that valuing Christ above possessions, reputation and comfort makes the cost of discipleship worthwhile. God’s abundant grace, adoption and redemption give believers both their identity and their purpose: glorifying Him. The scattered believers in Acts demonstrate that sharing the gospel belongs to every Christian. Brandon highlights conviction in the message, experiencing God’s transforming grace, seeing the church care for others and trusting God’s power. He encourages listeners to respond to the Spirit, serve faithfully and carry Christ’s love into everyday relationships.

Jailbreak | Bitterness and Unforgiveness | Matthew 6:14-15

Sun, 11 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Joey Fennell closes Jailbreak with Jesus’ teaching on forgiveness in Matthew 6 and the unmerciful servant in Matthew 18. He explains that believers forgive because Christ has forgiven their unpayable debt, while bitterness traps and harms those who hold it. Joey presents forgiveness as a choice and an ongoing process: acknowledge specific hurts, examine the heart, release the debt and pray blessings over the person responsible. He distinguishes forgiveness from reconciliation, which also requires the other person’s response, and urges those facing ongoing abuse to seek safety. Drawing on Romans 12, he encourages surrendering revenge to God and overcoming evil with good.

Jailbreak | Condemnation | Psalm 51:1-6, Luke 23:32-43, Romans 8:1

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams addresses condemnation and the temptation to let past failures define personal identity. David’s prayer in Psalm 51 exposes the seriousness of sin, while Luke 23 shows Jesus bearing the judgment the guilty deserve. Brandon distinguishes condemnation, which attacks the person, from conviction, which confronts sin and leads to change. Through Zacchaeus, he describes God awakening faith and producing repentance as a changed heart and direction. Romans 8 promises no condemnation for those in Christ. Brandon urges listeners to trust Jesus’ finished work, renew fellowship with God and answer accusing voices with the freedom, forgiveness and new identity found in Him.

Jailbreak | Selfishness and Materialism | Matthew 19:16–30

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams examines selfishness and materialism through the rich young ruler in Matthew 19. Jesus exposes the man’s attachment to possessions and invites him into a changed heart and life through following Him. Brandon explains that good deeds cannot earn salvation and that wealth cannot supply lasting contentment or identity. He presents tithing and generous giving as practices that keep the heart free from materialism. He urges investment in the local church, ministries sharing the gospel and people in need. Giving becomes an act of worship and trust in response to Christ’s sacrifice, rather than an obligation or a promise of financial gain.

Jailbreak | Fear and Insecurity | 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams addresses fear and insecurity through Paul’s testimony in 2 Corinthians 12, where God’s grace is sufficient and His power is made perfect in weakness. He examines the “what if” questions that feed anxiety and asks whether God is good, sovereign and faithful. The cross demonstrates God’s goodness, while His promises and past faithfulness give reasons to trust Him. Brandon explains that believers cannot fully understand God, but can surrender control and let weakness lead them into prayer and dependence. Drawing on Isaiah 40, he urges listeners to trust Christ daily, receive renewed strength and face today without being ruled by tomorrow’s fears.

Jailbreak | Complacency and Mediocrity | Hebrews 10:19-39

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams challenges complacency and mediocrity through Hebrews 10, urging believers to draw near to God with confidence because of Jesus’ sacrifice. He identifies four traps: treating deeper pursuit of God as too costly, reducing the gospel to outward behavior, pursuing personal perfection instead of Christ and becoming spiritually isolated. Brandon explains that Jesus changes the heart and produces ongoing growth, while legalism leaves people focused on faults and judging others. He calls listeners to treasure Christ, hold firmly to their hope and gather with believers who encourage love and good deeds. Through God’s grace, they can persevere in faith and keep moving forward.

He Ain't Right | Romans 7:24-25

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams shares honestly about five personal struggles: complacency and mediocrity, fear and insecurity, selfishness, bitterness and unforgiveness, and condemnation. Beginning with Paul’s cry for rescue in Romans 7, he explains that the church is for imperfect people who need Jesus, whose righteousness is a gift rather than a personal achievement. Brandon urges listeners to keep pursuing Christ, trust His sufficient grace, practice generosity and release the debts they hold against others. He encourages openness and support within Christian community. Drawing on Philippians 3, he calls believers to leave the past behind, press forward and surrender these struggles to Christ each day.

The Vision | Week 4 | Matthew 13, Acts 1:8

Sun, 31 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams concludes The Vision by connecting Jesus’ parable of the sower in Matthew 13 with the Holy Spirit’s power for witness in Acts 1. He explains that fruitful hearts receive God’s Word and respond in obedience, while lasting life change depends on God’s Spirit. Brandon calls listeners to serve faithfully, share the gospel and steward what God has already entrusted to them. He presents obedience as a response to love already given, grounded in trust rather than complete understanding or fear of punishment. Looking to Christ’s sacrifice, he urges humility, dependence on God and surrender so believers can participate in His kingdom harvest.

The Vision | Week 3 | Luke 10:1-20

Sun, 24 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams uses Luke 10 to explain why believers need to keep their eyes on Jesus as they participate in His mission. He identifies five reasons people drift: pursuing temporary goals, seeking stability in changing circumstances, resisting obedience, trusting their own goodness and relying on their own understanding. Brandon presents Christ as the lasting prize, the source of security and righteousness, and the Good Shepherd who guides His people. Drawing on Hebrews 12, he calls listeners to put aside hindrances and persevere. He urges the church to surrender to Jesus, take responsibility for its calling and trust Him while connecting people to God.

The Vision | Week 2 | Isaiah 61:1

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explains Isaiah 61:1 as a call for the church to keep reaching people who do not know Jesus. He warns that inward focus can replace the mission God has given His people. Describing life apart from Christ as spiritual poverty, brokenness, bondage and darkness, Brandon points to the riches, healing, freedom and light found in Jesus. He urges believers to share the gospel while meeting physical needs, welcome hurting people with compassion and celebrate those who come to faith. He calls listeners to recognize their need for grace, surrender daily to God and value people as they follow Christ.

The Vision | Week 1 | 1 Samuel 9:27-10:24

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams opens The Vision by examining Saul’s calling in 1 Samuel 9–10 and the purpose God gives His church. He presents five truths: a personal encounter with God leads to public purpose, believers are empowered for kingdom work, new life brings a new mission, identity rests in Christ and past baggage must not prevent obedience. Brandon encourages listeners to spend time with God through Scripture and prayer, trust His power rather than their abilities and invest in people who do not know Jesus. Pointing to Christ’s sacrifice and freedom, he urges the church to step forward in faith and bring glory to God.

Sweet Spot | Freedom in Dependence | John 15

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Bryan Bulmer concludes Sweet Spot by exploring Jesus’ picture of the vine and branches in John 15. He explains that the Christian life depends on remaining in Christ and allowing His life to bear fruit through believers. Bryan challenges listeners to move beyond religious duty or a past experience toward an ongoing relationship with Jesus. He describes three responses: listening to God through Scripture and prayer, surrendering personal desires to His direction and obeying what He says. Through examples from parenting and family conflict, he shows how dependence on Christ can shape relationships, reveal His love and open opportunities to share the gospel.

Sweet Spot | Walking in the Light | 1 John 1:5–10

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Milan Turner explores 1 John 1:5–10 to explain what it means to walk in God’s light. He distinguishes a genuine relationship with Jesus from religious appearances and moral behavior. Milan warns that bitterness, worldly desires and false teaching can keep people in darkness, while trust in Christ produces fellowship with God, love for others and cleansing from sin. He clarifies that believers are neither free to indulge sin nor expected to achieve perfection through their own strength. Pointing to Christ’s victory over sin and freedom from condemnation, he calls listeners to confess their sins, surrender their burdens and depend on the Holy Spirit.

Sweet Spot | The Gospel | Galatians

Sun, 19 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Jon Irvan opens Sweet Spot by tracing Paul’s call in Galatians to return to the gospel rather than depend on religious law or human effort. He explains that righteousness comes through faith in Christ, who redeemed believers from the curse of the law. Jon describes how familiar habits and distorted beliefs can draw people away from that truth, then points to the freedom of becoming a new creation with Christ living within. He encourages listeners to keep their eyes on Jesus, pursue faithful steps each day and celebrate God’s work in others. The message calls the church to renewed gratitude, expectancy and gospel witness.

Proofmark | Our Changed Lives | John 9

Sun, 12 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explores John 9 to show how a life changed by Jesus becomes evidence of His power. Through the man born blind, he explains that transformation begins within rather than through self-improvement or religious habits. Brandon identifies four barriers: treating sin as beyond healing, confusing ritual with spiritual life, resisting Jesus as Lord and refusing to leave the old life behind. He calls listeners to trust Christ, surrender control and allow their changed lives to point others toward Him. When rejection follows faith, Jesus does not abandon His people. The message encourages daily surrender and confidence in what God gives through a new life.

Proofmark | The Disciples Lives | Acts 5:33-42

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams examines Acts 5:33–42 to show how the resurrection transformed frightened disciples into courageous witnesses for Jesus. He traces the changes in the apostles, Paul and James, pointing to their willingness to suffer as evidence that they had encountered the risen Christ. Turning to John 20, Brandon describes four gifts of that encounter: a purpose beyond themselves, God’s enduring faithfulness, power greater than death and undeserved forgiveness. He challenges listeners to distinguish religious habits from a changed heart and to trust Jesus through unexpected hardship. The message calls believers to live with joy, share the gospel and offer others the grace they have received.

Proof Mark | Bloodline | Genesis 4:1-7, Exodus 12:1-13, 21-28, Leviticus 4 & 16

Sun, 29 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams traces the pattern of sacrifice through Genesis, Exodus and Leviticus to explain why Jesus shed His blood. He contrasts humanity’s attempts to hide guilt, avoid responsibility and blame others with God’s provision for sin. Through Cain and Abel, the Passover and Israel’s sacrifices, Brandon shows the need to approach God on His terms. He points to Jesus as the perfect Lamb whose sacrifice removes sin and brings freedom from captivity. The message invites listeners to confess their need, receive Christ’s forgiveness and enjoy access to the Father. It encourages renewed gratitude for redemption and a relationship with God lived out each day.

Proof Mark | Prophecy | Genesis 3:15, Genesis 22

Sun, 22 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams opens Proof Mark by exploring Old Testament passages that point to Jesus and strengthen confidence in Him. From Genesis 3:15, he describes God’s promise of victory over Satan; through Abraham and Isaac, he explains Christ’s place as our substitute. He connects Psalm 22 with Jesus’ suffering and Isaiah 53 with the righteousness and forgiveness His sacrifice provides. Brandon emphasizes that God pursues people despite their sin and understands their weakness. He urges listeners to come toward God rather than hide from Him, trust the victory of the risen Christ and respond to His sacrifice with repentance, faith and a life that reveals His glory.

Lies of Religion | Our Salvation is about Us | Jonah

Sun, 15 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams concludes Lies of Religion by using Jonah to challenge the belief that salvation is only a personal concern. He explains that new life in Christ begins a mission to share God’s love with others. Brandon identifies barriers to that mission: refusing the next step of obedience, failing to treasure Christ, doubting the gospel’s message and withholding the compassion already received. He contrasts fear of failure and concern for others’ opinions with confidence in God’s acceptance. Jonah’s second calling shows God’s patience and willingness to restore those who return. The message encourages daily obedience, simple acts of kindness and readiness to share the good news.

Lies of Religion | The Church is a Building | Acts 2:1-41

Sun, 08 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams turns to Acts 2 to explain that the church is a people united in Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit. He challenges believers to move beyond comfort, consumer expectations and division toward serving others and proclaiming the gospel. Following Peter’s message at Pentecost, Brandon calls the church to recover joyful praise for God’s work, a clear purpose and confidence in Jesus’ victory over death. He emphasizes repentance and forgiveness as essential to the gospel. The message encourages honest relationships with other believers, deeper dependence on Christ and investment in people throughout the week so they can encounter the hope and new life He offers.

Lies of Religion | It's Only About the Outside | Matthew 23:25–26

Sun, 01 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams uses Matthew 23:25–26 to challenge the belief that looking religious is enough. Jesus calls for a clean heart, because outward behavior grows from what is within. Through the healing at Bethesda in John 5, Brandon urges believers to stop making excuses and pursue the God who has pursued them. Religious routines cannot remove hidden pride, fear, bitterness or guilt; Christ brings forgiveness and transformation. The message calls for daily surrender, prayer, time in Scripture and boundaries that support obedience. God does not abandon His children in their mess but offers new life that changes them from the inside out.

Lies of Religion | You Can Be Dead in Christ | John 11

Sun, 24 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In this Easter message, Brandon Williams follows the raising of Lazarus in John 11 to show that Jesus brings spiritually dead people to life. He calls listeners to recognize their need for Christ, trust His love and surrender to His lordship. Church attendance and personal goodness cannot replace a living relationship with Jesus, while isolation from His people and withheld forgiveness hinder that life. Brandon encourages believers to keep returning to Christ when fear, guilt or discouragement resurfaces. The message invites renewed gratitude for salvation, freedom from the bonds of the past and compassion for others who need to experience the life Jesus offers.

Lies of Religion | Numbers Don't Matter | Luke 15

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams opens Lies of Religion with Luke 15, explaining that numbers matter because each person matters to God. The lost sheep, coin and son reveal God’s pursuit of those who are far from Him. Brandon challenges the church to move beyond protecting its own comfort and reach people who need Jesus. Turning to the woman healed in Luke 8, he emphasizes that Christ notices individuals even in a crowd and offers restoration through faith. Our value rests in God’s love rather than our failures or achievements. The message encourages listeners to trust Christ, receive reconciliation with the Father and repeatedly surrender their worries to Him.

Indicator | The Church | James 1:22-25

Sun, 10 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Joey Fennell concludes Indicator by asking whether the church’s heart reflects Jesus’ passion for people. From James 1:22–25, he calls believers to act on God’s Word rather than simply hear it. Ministry belongs to every Christian, with church leaders equipping the whole body to serve. Joey challenges comfort, judgmental attitudes and activity driven by obligation, urging genuine love for people who are hurting or far from God. Heart transformation equips believers to live as salt and light in everyday settings. The message encourages practical service joined with sharing Christ, so others can see how His love changes lives through a church that puts faith into action.

Financial Learning Experience | Luke 14:28-30, Matthew 25:14-30

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Bryan Bulmer shares his family’s experience with debt to introduce practical steps for managing money with purpose. He urges listeners to make a plan, track spending, build emergency savings and steadily pay down debt rather than follow the pressure to spend beyond their income. Bryan explains how budgeting and disciplined saving can support family goals and create room for generosity. Turning to the parable of the talents, he emphasizes that money belongs to God and is entrusted to us for faithful stewardship. The session challenges listeners to put what they learn into practice, examine their spending motives and honor God through both everyday financial choices and giving.

Indicator | Ambition | 1 Samuel 15

Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams examines ambition as an indicator of whether our hearts are centered on God or on gaining approval and success. Through Saul’s disobedience in 1 Samuel 15, he shows how rationalizing our choices and protecting our reputation can replace genuine obedience. Brandon challenges listeners to ask whose glory their dreams serve and whether they seek God himself or only what he can give. He encourages prayer, Scripture and surrender so that God can shape our desires and reveal the work he has called us to do. The message invites listeners to trust Jesus, leave their past behind and pursue an ambition that carries God’s glory to others.

Indicator | The Tithe | James 5:1–6

Sun, 27 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explores how our handling of money reveals the condition of our hearts. Reading James 5:1–6, he warns that greed, hoarding and self-indulgence can turn blessings into burdens and draw us away from God. He explains tithing and giving as opportunities to trust the giver rather than worship the gift, placing God first instead of offering only what remains. Brandon challenges listeners to examine their spending, steward what belongs to God and support the church and others carrying the gospel. Pointing to God’s generosity in Jesus, he calls for grateful obedience, practical financial discipline and a heart freed from the control of material possessions.

Indicator | A Servants Heart | James 2:14–26

Sun, 20 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams teaches that serving reveals whether faith is shaping our hearts. From James 2:14–26, he explains that salvation is God’s free gift through Jesus, while genuine faith produces action and grows through service. Looking at Rahab’s response to the spies, Brandon shows how trusting God leads to choosing his authority, joining his purpose and taking responsibility for others. He encourages listeners to serve from gratitude rather than guilt, use their gifts faithfully and move from consuming to contributing. The message emphasizes that even ordinary acts of welcome and care can help people encounter Jesus and bring lasting hope to families and the community.

Indicator | The Heart of the Matter | Jeremiah 17:1–10

Sun, 13 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams uses Jeremiah 17:1–10 to examine the heart beneath our outward appearance. He challenges four lies about sin: that it is not serious, affects only ourselves, carries no cost and is someone else’s fault. Through practical illustrations, he shows how ignored warnings and hidden compromises can damage families, relationships and trust. Brandon contrasts relying on human strength with trusting God, whose people can remain fruitful even in difficult seasons. Pointing to Jesus’ sacrifice and the promise of a new heart, he calls listeners to take responsibility, stop excusing sin and ask Christ for forgiveness, healing and freedom to live differently.

Empty Jars | 2 Kings 4

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams draws from the widow’s oil in 2 Kings 4 to encourage bold steps of faith. Facing a debt she could not pay, the widow brought her small supply and empty jars before God, then followed the instructions she received. Brandon connects her need with our dependence on Jesus to pay our spiritual debt and give us life. He urges listeners to remember God’s past faithfulness without becoming stuck in past successes or failures. The message challenges each person to surrender what feels empty, take the next step of obedience and keep making room for God’s Spirit to work through them for others.

The Greatest | Mission | Luke 7:36-50, Matthew 28-18-20

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams connects the Great Commission with the first priority of spending time with Jesus. Through the woman who anointed Jesus’ feet in Luke 7, he contrasts grateful faith with religious routine and self-righteous attitudes. He explains that God invites us into relationship, forgives a debt we cannot repay and frees us from shame and guilt. Brandon challenges listeners to come to Christ rather than wait until they can clean themselves up, recognize the depth of his mercy and respond without holding back. The message emphasizes that knowing Jesus personally and receiving his forgiveness should overflow into telling others about him and serving his mission.

The Greatest | Church | 2 Thessalonians 1:1-5

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Milan Turner describes the church at Thessalonica as an example of growing faith, love, patience and endurance. He urges believers to build a daily relationship with Jesus through Scripture and the Holy Spirit, letting God transform them rather than waiting to become worthy. A healthy church loves fellow believers and people who do not yet know Christ, serves actively while awaiting his return and pursues peace instead of strife. Milan encourages listeners to trust Jesus through suffering, persevere beyond initial enthusiasm and disciple others through personal example. Every workplace and relationship can become an opportunity to share the gospel and make Christ known.

The Greatest | Feeling | John 6:1-15

Sun, 13 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams uses Jesus’ feeding of the crowd in John 6 to explain how purpose and fulfillment grow through serving other people. He challenges listeners to pursue God himself rather than chase emotional experiences, and to recognize needs as opportunities instead of obstacles. The boy’s small lunch shows that seemingly insignificant resources can accomplish far more when placed in Jesus’ hands. Brandon encourages believers to stop using inadequacy or personal preferences as reasons to avoid serving, offer God their best rather than leftovers and surrender their whole lives. The closing challenge asks whether we are serving Jesus’ purposes or expecting him to serve ours.

What I'm Looking For | Courage | Joshua 3:1-17

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:30:26 GMT

Taking the first step can be difficult when God calls us beyond what feels familiar or safe. In Joshua 3:1–17, the priests step into the Jordan before the waters part, trusting God’s presence to lead them. Brandon Williams explores courage that grows from knowing God’s love, giving ourselves fully to him and depending on his power. Courage also spreads through the encouragement and example of others who trust him. As Israel follows a path they have never traveled before, we are invited to keep our eyes on God, take the next faithful step and help others discover the life he offers.

What I'm Looking For | Comfort | Philippians 1:12-21, John 4:1-42

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:34:15 GMT

It is easy to confuse comfort with having life go our way. Through Paul’s response to imprisonment in Philippians 1 and Jesus’ conversation with the Samaritan woman in John 4, Brandon Williams points to a deeper source of comfort: trusting God and receiving the life he gives. Following Jesus means surrendering our need for control, worshiping him with sincere hearts and joining his work rather than asking him to serve our preferences. His love holds us even when obedience takes us beyond familiar places. The invitation is to depend on him, notice the people around us and share the hope we have found in Christ.

What I'm Looking For | Contentment | Philippians 4:4–13

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:32:34 GMT

When our circumstances keep changing, lasting contentment can seem impossible. In Philippians 4:4–13, Paul describes a peace rooted in Christ that holds through both plenty and need. Brandon Williams invites us to lift our eyes from temporary troubles and remember the eternal hope we have in Jesus. Adversity still comes, but God is with us and his faithfulness gives us reason to keep moving forward. Through prayer, thanksgiving and worship, we can bring our concerns to him and focus on what is true and good. The message encourages us to rest in our peace with God and find our strength and satisfaction in Christ.

Nitty Gritty...Meet Jesus! | Romans 3:9-10

Sun, 16 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Joey Fennell challenges the idea that people must have their lives together before coming to Jesus. Beginning with Romans 3, he emphasizes that everyone needs grace and that authentic spirituality grows through relationship with Christ amid real struggles. He urges listeners to stop pretending, acknowledge that God’s work in them remains unfinished and trust him instead of measuring faith by competence or outward appearances. Jesus responds to people who desperately seek him, including friends who opened a roof to bring someone for healing. The message invites honest dependence on God and a church community that welcomes broken people as they pursue Jesus together.

On Your Mark | It's Time to Wake Up | Luke 10:25–37

Sun, 09 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams uses the Good Samaritan to challenge a church that can remain religiously active while spiritually lifeless. He explains that relationship with Jesus, rather than attendance or self-justification, brings transformation through the Holy Spirit. The wounded traveler exposes the temptation to blame hurting people, protect religious routines and limit love to people like ourselves. Brandon urges believers to put their faith into action, respond compassionately to needs around them and serve without waiting for an organized program. Following Christ requires surrendering comfort, control, time and resources. The message calls listeners to let God change selfish hearts into hearts that genuinely care for others.

On Your Mark | Your Move | Acts 8:1-8, Acts 8:26-38

Sun, 02 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams follows Philip’s encounter with the Ethiopian official in Acts 8 to show how ordinary believers can make an eternal difference. He encourages listeners to stay attentive to God through prayer and obedience, initiate relationships beyond their familiar circles and invest in people even when it is inconvenient. Fear of rejection, assumptions about others and a lack of desire can keep Christians from sharing their faith. Brandon urges believers to invite people into a relationship with Jesus and continue encouraging them as they grow. The message challenges listeners to use the gift of Christ responsibly and walk alongside others rather than offer a single invitation.

The Date | The Collision | John 1:1-20

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams describes the birth of Jesus as the meeting of God’s holiness and love with humanity’s sin and brokenness. Through John 1, he explains that God passionately pursues his creation, becomes flesh to reveal his character and bridges the separation caused by sin through the cross. Jesus brings light into darkness and offers salvation rather than leaving people to rescue themselves. Brandon challenges the assumption that God wants to destroy sinners, pointing instead to Christ’s grace and invitation into relationship with the Father. Listeners are encouraged to receive this gift, trust Jesus more than their own efforts and let him lead their lives.

The Date | Why We Miss It | Luke 2:36–38

Sun, 19 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams considers Anna’s recognition of Jesus in Luke 2 and asks why people can miss God’s presence among them. He challenges listeners to seek God’s transforming work in their hearts and through their lives, rather than only asking for personal benefits. Remembering God’s past faithfulness can renew gratitude and expectation for what he will do next. Brandon calls believers to serve instead of demand service, help solve problems instead of merely criticize and reject gossip that tears others down. Prayer, Scripture and daily surrender keep hearts responsive to God. The message invites listeners to refocus on Jesus and become willing participants in his work.

On The Rocks | Panel Discussion | Ephesians 5:22-33

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams moderates a conversation with four married couples about keeping Christ at the center of marriage and relationships. Drawing on Ephesians 5, they discuss sacrificial love, respect and spiritual leadership expressed through prayer, Scripture and daily example. Their experiences highlight honest communication, listening without judgment, resolving disagreements prayerfully and putting family ahead of selfish desires. The panel also addresses blended families, past hurts and practical boundaries against sexual temptation. They encourage singles to pursue Jesus and guard their hearts, while reminding listeners that God can restore broken lives. Lasting relationships require more than outward success; they depend on an ongoing connection to Christ.

On The Rocks | Foundations | Matthew 7:24–29

Sun, 05 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams uses Jesus’ picture of a house built on rock to explain why marriage needs the foundation of God’s Word. He traces God’s covenants through Scripture and presents Christ’s faithful love as the pattern for relationships. A spouse cannot supply the happiness, satisfaction or security that belongs in a relationship with Jesus. Brandon challenges couples to replace manipulation and selfish expectations with unconditional love, service and trust. Husbands are called to lead by serving, while both partners pursue God’s mission together. He encourages couples to value one another, renew their commitment and trust God to restore marriages built on broken foundations.

On The Rocks | Unconditional Love | Genesis 2:24

Sun, 28 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Milan Turner describes unconditional love as a choice empowered by the Holy Spirit, rather than a feeling dependent on a spouse’s performance. Beginning with Genesis 2:24, he presents marriage as a covenant in which two people become one with Christ at the center. Jesus’ sacrifice provides the model for putting a spouse’s care and concerns ahead of personal desires. Sharing how God restored his own marriage, Milan emphasizes repentance, forgiveness and allowing God to change one’s heart. He urges couples to find their security in Christ, stay close to God through prayer and Scripture and demonstrate the gospel through faithful, sacrificial love.

On The Rocks | Communication | James 3:1–12

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Joey Fennell explores how communication can strengthen or damage marriage and other relationships. Drawing from James 3, he emphasizes the tongue’s power and the need to choose words that build others up. He explains how different meanings, expectations and communication styles create misunderstandings, while withdrawal prevents vulnerability and intimacy. Practical steps include giving undivided attention, listening without immediately fixing problems, expressing expectations clearly and making time for conversation. Joey challenges listeners to stop assuming what others mean, recognize their own habits and speak with kindness through God’s grace. Thoughtful words, careful timing and shared attention help couples face life together rather than grow apart.

In Rhythm | Clarity | Ephesians 3:8-12

Sun, 14 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams examines John the Baptist’s ministry to show how the church can make Jesus clear to others. Beginning with Ephesians 3, he describes the call to reveal Christ rather than obscure him with religious routines or competing priorities. John’s message brought repentance, changed lives and directed people toward Jesus. Brandon urges believers to know their purpose, stay focused on God’s calling, keep the message simple and live what they proclaim. The gospel reaches every kind of person, including those whose lives appear troubled or imperfect. He calls listeners to exalt Jesus above themselves and let the Holy Spirit make their lives an accurate picture of God’s love.

In Rhythm | The Table Has Been Set | 2 Samuel 9

Sun, 07 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams uses David’s kindness to Mephibosheth in 2 Samuel 9 to picture God’s invitation into fellowship through Jesus. David welcomes Jonathan’s son to his table because of a covenant, not because Mephibosheth has earned a place. Brandon connects this grace to Christ’s sacrifice, which opens access to God and frees believers from guilt and shame. God’s kindness remains faithful, and his invitation offers spiritual nourishment beyond material comfort. The message challenges listeners to recognize how pride, fear, laziness, busyness and taking grace for granted keep them away. Brandon calls them to accept Christ’s invitation and seek daily fellowship through Scripture and prayer.

In Rhythm | The Church | Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 37:4

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Jon Irvan challenges listeners to be the church rather than simply attend it. Using Jeremiah 29:11 and Psalm 37:4, he connects God’s promises with seeking him wholeheartedly, trusting him and putting his Word into practice. Religious habits and biblical knowledge cannot replace obedience or a living relationship with Jesus. Jon urges believers to open Scripture, let it transform everyday life and respond freely in worship instead of worrying about others’ opinions. He also calls the church to pray together with bold faith while continuing to trust God when outcomes differ from their hopes. Christ’s death and resurrection give believers reason to worship with gratitude and joy.

Church Talk | Sanctification | Romans 6-8

Sun, 24 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explains sanctification as God’s grace working out the righteousness believers have received through Christ. Walking through Romans 6–8, he shows that Jesus gives more than forgiveness: he frees believers from sin’s mastery and empowers a new life. Legalism, following a deceitful heart, and carrying guilt and shame cannot produce lasting change. Instead, believers must depend on the Holy Spirit, set their minds on God and surrender control to him. Brandon emphasizes their adoption into God’s family and the encouragement of fellow believers. He calls listeners to trust that God works for their good and submit every part of life to his transforming power.

Church Talk | Saved | Romans 5:8-10

Sun, 17 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams explains salvation as being spared from God’s judgment through trust in Jesus’ past, present and future work. Beginning with Romans 5:8–10, he describes forgiveness, life with God now and the hope of renewed creation. Zacchaeus’s encounter with Jesus prompts three questions: Have you met Christ, chosen to follow him and experienced a changed life? Brandon challenges listeners to move beyond a prayer or religious appearance into a living relationship. Following Jesus means joining God’s work, stepping beyond comfort and surrendering selfish desires. Through Christ’s resurrection, believers can share his victory and find joy even in difficult circumstances while helping others come to know him.

Church Talk | Faith | Romans 4:1-3, Romans 4:18-23

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams uses Abraham’s faith in Romans 4 to describe trusting who God is, what he can do and his faithfulness to keep his promises. Faith does not remove every hardship or prevent mistakes, but it keeps returning to God. Through stories of loss, doubt and his call into ministry, Brandon urges listeners to recognize that God is not finished with them. He challenges them to take practical steps of obedience, listen to God rather than condemning voices and surrender areas they have withheld. The message calls for a changed perspective: painful circumstances can become a new beginning through which God brings good and reaches others.

Church Talk | Justification | Romans 3:21-26

Sun, 03 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams defines justification as being treated as innocent because of Jesus. From Romans 3:21–26, he explains that righteousness comes freely through faith, rather than through religious effort or personal achievement. God initiates the relationship, and Christ’s cross makes it possible by redeeming believers, bearing judgment and demonstrating God’s justice and love. Brandon encourages listeners to live from grace and gratitude instead of guilt. This freedom calls for a changed life, not excuses to continue selfish habits. He challenges the church to share the gospel, protect unity and become contributors who serve others, following Jesus’ example so that more people can come to know him.

Church Talk | Repentance | Luke 15:11-31

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Coming back to God can feel intimidating, especially when we know how far we have wandered. In Luke 15:11–31, Brandon looks beyond the prodigal son to the loving father who welcomes his children home. Repentance is a gift: the opportunity to say yes to God’s offer of reconciliation and let him change our thinking, actions, and direction. Both the younger son’s independence and the older son’s resentment reveal ways we can miss that relationship. God invites us to surrender control, move beyond guilt and religious routine, and enjoy his love. Wherever we find ourselves, we can turn toward the Father and celebrate the life he offers.

Church Talk | Sin | Romans 1:16-17, James 2:9-10

Sun, 19 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

It is easy to measure our lives against other people and conclude that we are good enough. In Romans 1:16–17 and James 2:9–10, Brandon explains why sin reveals our need for a Savior. Breaking God’s law leaves us guilty, and even our best efforts cannot meet his perfect holiness. Jesus, the spotless Savior, takes the punishment we deserve and makes us clean through his grace. The message challenges us to stop lowering God’s standard or suppressing the truth to justify our own direction. As we recognize our need for Christ, we can receive his forgiveness, follow him, and keep the cross before us in everyday life.

This is Our God | FLEE! | 2 Timothy 3:1-15

Sun, 12 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Temptation often draws us close enough to think we can enjoy it without being changed by it. In 2 Timothy 3:1–15, Joey Fennell challenges us to examine the gap between professing faith and living it. God calls us to flee temptation rather than search for loopholes or excuse influences that pull us away from him. Conviction becomes an invitation to make room for God’s presence, his Word, and the relationships he has entrusted to us. As we run toward Christ, we can trust his power and make choices that reflect our faith. The message invites honest surrender and accountability as we leave harmful habits behind.

This is Our God | Spiritual One Night Stand | Hosea 1-3

Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Our picture of God can be shaped by assumptions, past experiences, and the way other people represent him. In Hosea 1–3, Brandon Williams invites us to see the God who keeps pursuing his people even when they are unfaithful. Hosea’s costly love for Gomer reveals God’s mercy and points to Jesus giving his life to bring us back. A brief Sunday encounter cannot replace an ongoing relationship with him. God offers renewed life, turning places of trouble into doorways of hope. The message calls us to receive his grace, return to faithfulness, and let his love transform the way we live throughout the week.

Going Mobile | The Stories

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

What happens when the church carries Jesus’ love beyond its walls? This closing episode of Going Mobile shares testimonies from a day of serving the Statesboro and Bulloch County community. Church members reflect on practical projects, from home repairs and wheelchair ramps to cleaning, yard work, and visits with older neighbors. Their stories reveal the joy of working together, building relationships, and discovering opportunities to pray and share Christ’s love through ordinary acts of service. The celebration invites us to keep serving after the organized event ends. We can look for needs around us, use the abilities God has given us, and make loving our neighbors part of everyday life.

Going Mobile | The Extra Mile | Matthew 5:38-48, Philippians 2:6-11

Sun, 22 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

When people have been hurt by the church, our actions can help them see the love of Jesus again. In Matthew 5:38–48, Jesus calls us to turn the other cheek, love our enemies, and go the extra mile. Brandon Williams connects that invitation with Philippians 2:6–11, where Christ humbles himself and serves us through his death on the cross. His mercy moves us to serve from gratitude rather than trying to earn God’s favor. The message challenges us to move beyond familiar religious responses and meet real needs. As God renews our minds, we can offer our lives to him and carry his love into our community.

Going Mobile | What's this Key For? | Matthew 28:16-20, Acts 1:8

Sun, 15 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

We can know God’s promises and still leave them unused, like keys whose purpose we have forgotten. In Matthew 28:16–20 and Acts 1:8, Brandon Williams identifies three keys to sharing the gospel: going beyond the church walls, depending on the Holy Spirit, and responding with obedience and surrender. Jesus sends his followers to make disciples and promises the power to be his witnesses. Our faith calls us to both demonstrate his love and speak about what he has done. The message invites us to lay down fear and control, seek the Spirit’s filling, and let God use our lives to reach people who need to know Christ.

Going Mobile | Wrong Number | John 8:2-11, Matthew 28:16-20

Sun, 08 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Following Jesus calls us beyond comfortable routines and into a world that needs his hope. In John 8:2–11 and Matthew 28:16–20, Brandon Williams introduces Going Mobile by asking how the church can carry the gospel outside its walls. Jesus offers the woman caught in adultery both grace and a call to leave her sin. His example shapes a church committed to unconditional love, uncompromised truth, and trust in the Holy Spirit to change lives. God has given his people gifts to use, not bury. The message invites us to stretch beyond comfort, serve our neighbors, and help others encounter the life-changing love of Christ.

Mix-Matched Socks | Acts 3-4

Sun, 01 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Does the way we live match the faith we profess? Brandon Williams examines Acts 3–4, where Peter and John’s courage and the healed man’s presence give credibility to their witness. He connects that credibility to a real experience of God, character shaped by the Holy Spirit, and a passion to share what Jesus has done. Knowing facts about God cannot replace knowing Him personally. Prayer and time in His Word help align our private lives with our public testimony. The message calls the church to communicate in ways people understand while remaining faithful to the gospel, letting inward transformation become visible in everyday life.

Identity | Purpose | 1 Peter 2:9-10

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Our purpose begins with loving Jesus, before any role, career or ministry assignment. Brandon Williams explores 1 Peter 2:9–10, showing that God calls His people out of darkness to declare His praises. Drawing on Jesus’ teaching about the vine and branches, he explains that lasting fruit grows from remaining in Christ rather than relying on our own strength. The warning to the church in Ephesus challenges us to return to our first love. The message invites us to examine the fruit of our lives, our dependence on Jesus and our obedience to His command to love others, allowing Him to direct our lives every day.

Identity | Who Are You? | 1 Peter 2:4-5, 1 Peter 2:9-10

Sun, 18 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Who defines your identity: your past, the world’s labels or the God who calls you His own? Shawn Corbett explores 1 Peter 2:4–5 and 2:9–10, inviting us to receive our identity through Jesus rather than the names we have given ourselves. As living stones, believers become visible evidence of God’s work, joined together as His spiritual house and family. Surrender means offering our lives to Christ each day and trusting His Spirit to shape our character. The message calls us to take a step of faith, reject false identities and carry God’s light, mercy and love into the ordinary places where we live and work.

Identity | Chosen | 1 Peter 2:9-10, Exodus 19:5-6

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Being chosen by God changes how we see ourselves and the purpose of our lives. Brandon Williams begins Identity with 1 Peter 2:9–10 and Exodus 19:5–6, exploring what it means to belong to God as His people. He connects that identity with security, love and grace, pointing to Jesus’ sacrifice as the expression of God’s love. Comparing ourselves with others breeds pride or insecurity; remembering our need for Christ produces gratitude. The message challenges us to stop taking grace for granted, recognize the mercy that brought us out of darkness and respond to God’s invitation, trusting Him to accomplish His purposes through our lives.

180/Turn Your Life Around | You Can't do it Alone! | Nehemiah 2:11-20

Sun, 04 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Lasting transformation and kingdom work require more than individual effort. Brandon Williams concludes 180/Turn Your Life Around with Nehemiah 2:11–20, where the vision to rebuild Jerusalem becomes a shared responsibility. Drawing on the picture of the body of Christ, he explains that every believer has gifts and a necessary part to play for the good of others. Neglecting that part burdens the whole body and limits our witness. The message challenges excuses that keep us from serving, connecting with other believers and sharing Jesus with our families and coworkers. It invites us to unite under Christ, trust God’s help and take responsibility for the work He has given us.

180/Turn Your Life Around | Applying the Word | Nehemiah 1:1-9

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Knowing about God is different from knowing Him personally. Milan Turner explores Nehemiah 1:1–9, where Nehemiah responds to his people’s distress through prayer, repentance and confidence in God’s covenant promises. Comparing Scripture to a playbook, he challenges us to prepare for life by studying and obeying God’s Word rather than opening it only when something goes wrong. The message describes Scripture as seed that brings life, exposes sin and shapes our character. Daily time in the Word and prayer helps us know, experience and understand God. As His Word works in us, growing faith, love, patience and endurance become visible evidence of a life transformed by Jesus.

180/Turn Your Life Around | Grace | Nehemiah 2:1-9

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

God’s grace does more than forgive our past; it empowers us to live a new life. Brandon Williams explores Nehemiah 2:1–9, where God’s gracious hand supplies what Nehemiah needs to follow the burden placed on his heart. The message challenges the idea that grace removes personal responsibility or gives permission to continue unchanged. Jesus frees us from sin so we can offer our lives to God, participate in His work and grow in His character. Grace is freely given, yet receiving its transforming power means releasing what holds us back. The invitation is to trust God’s provision, respond in obedience and exchange temporary attachments for the life He offers.

180/Turn Your Life Around | Uncertainty | Nehemiah 2:1-8

Sun, 06 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Following God’s purpose often means moving forward before the outcome is clear. Brandon Williams examines Nehemiah 2:1–8, where Nehemiah prays and makes his request to the king despite fear and uncertainty. The message encourages us to look to what remains certain: God’s character and promises. Trusting His Word and surrendering our lives to Jesus provide a foundation when circumstances shake our confidence. Forgiveness, redemption, God’s purpose and provision, and the hope of finishing well all offer reasons to persevere. Rather than trying to live tomorrow today, we are invited to trust God in the present, exchange our uncertainties for His promises and keep taking faithful steps toward what He has called us to do.

180/Turn Your Life Around | The Burden | Nehemiah 1:1-4

Sun, 30 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Nehemiah’s grief over Jerusalem’s broken walls introduces a burden that moves people toward lasting spiritual change. Brandon Williams explains that transformation grows through drawing close to God, allowing Him to reveal and reshape the heart, and learning to see others with His compassion. Rather than seeking relief only during a crisis, believers are challenged to keep following God through each difficult step. A heart becoming like His develops concern for the lost, sorrow over personal sin, and a growing desire for Scripture and prayer. This message calls for a steady relationship with God that turns inward conviction into outward care and continues beyond a temporary season of improvement.

Hoodwinked | Week 3 | Genesis 25:19–34, Luke 16:10, Acts 16:6–10

Sun, 23 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams concludes Hoodwinked by outlining practical safeguards against deception. Esau’s surrender of his birthright highlights the danger of trading lasting value for immediate satisfaction. The message urges honest self-awareness and boundaries set well before temptation becomes overwhelming. Trust should grow as people demonstrate faithfulness in small responsibilities, rather than being granted all at once. Believers are also cautioned against placing others on a pedestal or compromising biblical convictions to gain their approval. Paul’s redirected journey illustrates the importance of hearing and obeying God. Through attentive prayer, Scripture, and small steps of obedience, listeners are encouraged to recognize harmful influences and follow the Spirit’s guidance.

Hoodwinked | Week 2 | Genesis 25:19-26, Acts 8:9-23

Sun, 16 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A perceived need joined with unbelief can draw people into manipulating life instead of trusting God. Brandon Williams uses Jacob’s story and Simon’s response to the apostles to examine signs of deception within a believer’s life. Unresolved bitterness, consuming fear, withdrawal from the journey of faith, and gradual compromise can reveal places where trust has weakened. God is presented as the potter who continues shaping imperfect lives, inviting people back into His work rather than abandoning them. The message encourages listeners to ask Jesus for help with unbelief, remain engaged in faith, release resentment, and choose to take Him at His word even when feelings lag behind.

Hoodwinked | Week 1 | Genesis 25:19-26, Leviticus 19:9-10

Sun, 09 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Hoodwinked opens by challenging the deception that life revolves around personal advancement. Brandon Williams connects Jacob’s grasping for position with the exhausting habit of devoting every resource to self-interest. God’s instruction to leave the edges of a harvest for others becomes a call to create room in schedules, finances, and relationships for generosity and spiritual growth. Jesus’ parable of the soils invites listeners to examine whether hardness, shallow roots, or competing concerns are preventing His word from bearing fruit. The message encourages a receptive heart, deeper roots in Scripture and prayer, and freedom from consuming distractions so that God’s work can flourish and bless others.

Encounter | Week 6 | Acts 6:1-7

Sun, 02 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon Williams closes Encounter by explaining the church’s central purpose: helping people encounter Jesus and experience His transforming love. Acts 6 shows leaders protecting prayer and the ministry of the word while entrusting practical care to others, allowing both service and outreach to grow. The message calls for keeping Jesus at the center, avoiding unnecessary complexity, and building honest relationships where believers can support one another. Examples of generosity illustrate how ordinary people can meet real needs through their gifts. Listeners are challenged to participate rather than remain spectators, care for people within the church, and continue reaching those outside it with the life-changing hope of Christ.

Encounter | Week 5 | Mark 10:17-31

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus’ encounter with the rich young ruler reveals that outward success and religious effort cannot replace a surrendered relationship with Him. Brandon Williams explains that the man’s wealth exposes a deeper issue of the heart: something else holds the place reserved for God. The message examines misunderstandings about God’s holiness, faithfulness, and the riches of knowing Christ. Rather than trying to earn acceptance or maintain control, listeners are invited to trust Jesus’ perfect sacrifice and respond to His loving call. Following Him carries a cost, yet offers more than anything surrendered. The challenge is to identify what hinders obedience and take a deliberate step toward wholehearted trust.

Encounter | Week 4 | Mark 1:40-45

Sun, 18 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The man with leprosy approaches Jesus seeking more than relief from disease: he longs to be made clean and restored to community. Brandon Williams highlights Jesus’ compassionate touch and willing response as a picture of God’s heart for people burdened by shame and isolation. Restoration begins with honest surrender rather than religious appearances or a temporary easing of conscience. The message invites listeners to acknowledge their need, ask Christ for cleansing, and follow the path He gives them. Even where relationships have been damaged, God can bring healing and renewed life. The challenge is to stop observing life from a distance and pursue a genuine encounter with Jesus.

Encounter | Week 3 | Mark 2:13-17

Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus calls Levi from his tax booth and shares a meal with people the religious leaders consider unacceptable. Brandon Williams presents this encounter as a challenge to the idea that people must become perfect before approaching God. Christ welcomes those who need Him and brings the transformation they cannot produce through their own effort. The message cautions against legalism, comparison, and trying to control another person’s spiritual growth. Instead, believers are encouraged to remember the grace they received, offer that grace to others, and trust the Holy Spirit to change hearts. Daily surrender, honest community, and enjoying a relationship with God become the foundation for lasting fruit.

Encounter | Week 2 | Mark 3:1-6

Sun, 04 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Jesus restores a man’s shriveled hand while confronting religious leaders who place rules above compassion. Brandon Williams contrasts self-directed living and burdensome religion with the freedom of a personal relationship with God. Both extremes can leave people frustrated, while daily fellowship with Christ allows the Spirit’s love, joy, peace, and other fruit to grow. Scripture and prayer are presented as opportunities to know and enjoy God rather than tasks to complete. The man’s willingness to extend his damaged hand becomes an invitation to honest surrender. Listeners are encouraged to bring their weaknesses into the open, trust Jesus’ love, and receive the wholeness He desires for them.

Encounter | Week 1 | John 13:22-30, Matthew 16:13-23, Philippians 3:2-11

Sun, 28 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

An encounter with Jesus changes both the direction and lasting meaning of a life. Brandon Williams compares Judas, Peter, and Paul, showing that failure and misplaced confidence do not place anyone beyond God’s grace. Peter continues following despite repeated mistakes, while Paul discovers that religious credentials cannot compare with knowing Christ. The message invites listeners to exchange self-reliance and religious performance for a personal relationship empowered by the Holy Spirit. Fear of permanent change or uncertainty about what must be surrendered can hold people back, yet knowing Jesus offers deeper joy and peace. Each person is challenged to respond to His invitation and choose a life centered in Him.

Security | Hebrews 6:13–20

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Hebrews describes hope in Christ as a firm anchor for the soul, grounded in God’s unchanging character. Brandon Williams explores how insecurity can foster fear, defensiveness, and a preoccupation with self that obscures the needs of others. Lasting security comes through a relationship with God rather than possessions, performance, or circumstances that can change. The message also calls the church to become a trustworthy community where people can be honest, receive support, and walk through difficulties together. Trials remain real, but believers need not face them alone. Listeners are encouraged to remain anchored in Christ and take steps of faith that make His care visible to others.

A New Commandment | John 13:34–35, John 15:12–15

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Shawn Corbett explores Jesus’ command to love one another as He has loved us. God’s grace restores relationship with Him and equips believers to extend that same love beyond themselves. Fear of vulnerability, pride, and self-protection can build walls that keep people isolated, even within families and the church. The message presents obedience as a response to Christ’s loving authority, especially when feelings make reconciliation difficult. Love requires laying aside personal demands and taking practical steps toward another person’s good. Listeners are encouraged to grow beyond receiving grace for themselves, become Christ’s hands and feet, and pursue a direct relationship with God that restores connection with others.

An Option for Wisdom | Ephesians 5:15-16, Proverbs 9:10-18

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Wisdom means understanding God’s will and ways, then choosing to live accordingly. Brandon Williams draws from Ephesians and Proverbs to call believers toward careful decisions and reverent acknowledgment of God’s authority. Information alone cannot transform a life unless it becomes action. The fear of the Lord is explained as awe and humility before the Creator, whose guidance deserves priority over convenience or personal preference. The message challenges treating God as merely another option and urges listeners to make the most of each opportunity. Through daily Scripture, prayer, fellowship, and obedience, believers can grow in wisdom and participate in the purposeful, active life God invites them to live.

A Win/When Situation | John 5:19-23

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Beginning with Jesus’ authority in John 5, Brandon Williams traces God’s plan of redemption from creation to the promise of a new heaven and earth. Throughout Scripture, people hear God’s voice and face a choice about following Him. Though humanity chose sin, God continued pursuing restoration, ultimately providing salvation through Jesus’ sacrifice and resurrection. The message presents judgment alongside the assurance of grace for those who belong to Christ. Listeners are encouraged to know His voice, surrender their lives, and trust His promised future. That hope offers confidence through present difficulties and a reason to live gratefully for God today.

Insatiable | Ephesians 4:11-19

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

An endless appetite for possessions, pleasure, or approval can keep people from the abundant life God offers. Brandon Williams uses Ephesians 4 to call believers toward maturity, service, and sensitivity to God rather than a continual craving for more. Esau’s exchange of his birthright for a meal illustrates the danger of sacrificing lasting responsibility and inheritance for immediate satisfaction. Jesus’ conversation with the Samaritan woman points to living water that meets a deeper need than temporary comforts can satisfy. The message encourages listeners to find contentment in Christ, accept their part in His kingdom, and trust the Holy Spirit to transform their lives.

Married with Children | Ephesians 5:22–33

Sun, 14 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Brandon and Susan Williams explore marriage through the picture of Christ’s love for the church in Ephesians 5. They describe sacrificial love as choosing service over selfishness and making time for a spouse amid work, parenting, and everyday responsibilities. Forgiveness becomes another essential expression of grace, preventing small frustrations from growing into lasting bitterness. Open communication allows a husband and wife to share their hearts, understand each other, and pursue a common direction. Drawing from their own experience, they encourage couples to keep growing rather than settling for a merely comfortable relationship, and to rely on God’s love and power to strengthen their marriage.

The Next Generation | Deuteronomy 11:1-7; 18-21, Joshua 24:14-16, Judges 2:10-11

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The next generation of believers includes anyone who has yet to know Christ, regardless of age. Brandon Williams draws from Deuteronomy, Joshua, and Judges to show how faith can be lost when God’s works are neither taught nor demonstrated. Reaching others requires more than religious programs: Jesus must be real and important in believers’ everyday lives. The message calls for obedience that outweighs emotion, a willingness to turn back to God after failure, and faithful use of His gifts. Listeners are challenged to model the love of Christ, invest in others, and trust God for a vision that reaches beyond those already in the church.

Vision for our Families | Deuteronomy 11:8-16; 22-25

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

God’s vision for a family reaches beyond simply sharing a home or getting through each day. Brandon Williams draws on Israel’s approach to the promised land in Deuteronomy 11 to encourage stronger relationships rooted in Christ. He contrasts merely existing together with a family marked by love, spiritual engagement, resilience, and genuine intimacy. Parents are challenged to demonstrate God’s faithfulness so their children can recognize His reality in everyday life. Making Jesus the cornerstone establishes priorities and guides choices, while obedience keeps the family moving toward its purpose. The message invites listeners to pursue their relationships’ fuller potential and positively influence those around them.

The Importance of Vision | Proverbs 29:18

Sun, 24 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A clear vision guides decisions, brings direction, and helps believers resist distractions. Brandon Williams draws from Proverbs 29:18 and Joseph’s story to show how God’s purpose can shape everyday choices, even during hardship. He explains that a Christian’s vision begins with understanding the cross: Jesus’ sacrifice and resurrection provide identity, hope, and a secure future. Rather than becoming consumed by possessions, circumstances, or fear, listeners are encouraged to trust God and seek His kingdom first. The message offers a practical challenge to write a personal vision statement centered on representing Christ, then let that commitment guide how they speak, act, and live.

reSOLUTION | Week 3 | Isaiah 43:2-4, John 8:1–6

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Some lessons need to be remembered repeatedly as believers grow. Brandon Williams reflects on seeing himself through Jesus’ eyes rather than comparing himself with others, finding humility and confidence in God’s love. Isaiah 43 and Jesus’ response to the woman caught in adultery reveal grace that invites a changed life. The message also stresses that lasting transformation depends on the Holy Spirit, not personal effort alone. God’s plans and presence offer hope through difficult circumstances. Listeners are encouraged to recognize patterns that pull them away from trust, remain spiritually alert, and return humbly to the cross, casting their anxieties on the God who cares for them.

reSOLUTION | Week 2 | James 3:1–12, Matthew 12:33–37, Jeremiah 17:5–10

Sun, 10 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Words can build people up or tear them down, and they reveal what is happening within the heart. Brandon Williams draws from James 3, Matthew 12, and Jeremiah 17 to examine the influence of the tongue on relationships and daily life. Rather than treating harmful speech as an isolated habit, he calls listeners to consider the faith, fears, and attitudes their words express. Lasting change begins by turning the heart back to God and trusting the Holy Spirit’s work. The message encourages believers to listen carefully to their own speech, choose words that give life, and let their actions reflect the Christ they worship.

reSOLUTION | Week 1 | Psalm 39:1-7

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

New Year’s resolutions often focus on outward improvements while overlooking the deeper need for God. Brandon Williams draws from Psalm 39 to reflect on life’s brevity, the limits of personal determination, and the importance of placing hope in the Lord. He encourages believers to pursue a closer relationship with Christ rather than merely treating symptoms or settling for familiar routines. Remembering God’s past faithfulness offers courage for the year ahead, even when circumstances remain uncertain. The message challenges listeners to invest their lives in things with lasting kingdom significance, worship freely, and make serving God wholeheartedly their central commitment as they enter a new year.

Forgotten | Genesis 29:16-35

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Feeling overlooked can lead people to search for acceptance or try to control circumstances that promise fulfillment. Brandon Williams explores Leah’s story in Genesis 29, showing how her longing for Jacob’s love obscured the blessings God was already giving her. Her decision to praise the Lord points toward finding security in the giver rather than manipulating outcomes. The message reminds listeners that God has promised never to leave or forsake His people, even when His presence feels distant. Faith keeps moving toward Him through uncertainty. Believers are encouraged to recognize His ongoing care, release their attempts at control, and remember that they are never forgotten.

Unwrapping the Gift | Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 61:1–3, Ephesians 3:7–11

Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Christmas celebrates a gift whose significance reaches far beyond the moment of Jesus’ birth. Brandon Williams traces the promise of redemption from Genesis to Christ, then explores Isaiah’s picture of freedom, comfort, and restoration. Receiving Jesus means opening the fullness of His gift and allowing His grace to shape life now. Drawing from Ephesians 3, the message also presents the church as a people called to display God’s wisdom and love. Believers are encouraged to welcome others sincerely, care for one another, and remain outwardly focused. As the Holy Spirit works within them, their united lives can become a living expression of Christ’s hope to the world.

Are You Asking the RIGHT Question | Week 4 | Genesis 1:26-30, Ephesians 2:10, Nehemiah 2:17-18

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Asking “why” exposes motives and helps believers rediscover the purpose behind their faith and actions. Shawn Corbett begins with humanity’s creation in God’s image, explaining that people are intended to reflect His goodness and take responsibility for the world around them. Through Jesus, broken lives can be restored and equipped for the good works God prepared. Time, talents, and the treasure of knowing Christ become resources to share with others. Nehemiah’s response to Jerusalem’s ruined walls illustrates honest assessment followed by obedient action. The message challenges listeners to recognize needs, receive God’s grace, and work together to make His love visible in their community.

Are You Asking the RIGHT Question | Week 3 | Acts 4:18-20, Matthew 13:44

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Following Christ raises a challenging question: how much are we willing to surrender? Brandon Williams examines Peter and John’s refusal to stop speaking about Jesus and the parable of a man joyfully selling everything for a treasure-filled field. Surrender becomes a response to recognizing the greater value of God’s kingdom, rather than simply losing possessions or freedom. A life touched by Christ grows fruitful and begins to influence others for Him. The message invites listeners to consider their time, relationships, finances, and daily habits, then identify the next step of obedience. Trusting Jesus opens the way to a fuller life centered on His purposes.

Are You Asking the RIGHT Question | Week 2 | Acts 3:1–10

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

What do we really want, and do our desires reflect God’s purposes? Brandon Williams explores the healing of the beggar at the temple gate, whose expectation of receiving money gave way to a transformed life. Peter and John offered what they had through Jesus, bringing healing, renewed perspective, and joyful worship. The message challenges listeners to examine their motives, trust the Holy Spirit, and let Scripture reshape their expectations. Rather than settling for merely getting by, believers can seek God’s direction for their families and daily decisions. Aligning our desires with His invites us to recognize His work and respond with faith and praise.

Are You Asking the RIGHT Question | Week 1 | Acts 2:1-13

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Who empowers the church to fulfill God’s purposes? Brandon Williams points to the Holy Spirit, using Pentecost to show how God equips ordinary people for extraordinary work. As believers declare God’s wonders across language barriers, the Spirit brings people together and reaches beyond cultural boundaries. The message invites listeners to seek a biblical understanding of His work rather than confining Him to familiar experiences or worship preferences. He comforts, counsels, convicts, draws people toward Jesus, and develops His character in believers. By surrendering to His direction and welcoming one another’s differences, the church can move together in faith and serve its community.

An Unfulfilled Potentia | Week 6 | Nehemiah 2

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Finishing well requires more than a promising beginning. Brandon Williams contrasts Saul’s tragic ending with Nehemiah’s determination to rebuild Jerusalem’s walls, asking listeners to consider how today’s choices shape tomorrow’s outcome. Nehemiah’s example highlights honest motives, wholehearted commitment, and a willingness to count the cost before starting. Faithfulness is measured by obedience rather than a brief burst of success. The message challenges believers to decide whether they are truly committed to their relationships, their church, and God’s direction. Even when past decisions have left regrets, Christ offers a new beginning and a firm foundation for moving forward with perseverance and purpose.

An Unfulfilled Potential | Week 5 | 1 Samuel 18:5-9, Genesis 3:1-10

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Selfishness can quietly limit what God wants to accomplish through us. Brandon Williams examines Saul’s jealousy of David and the temptation of Adam and Eve, tracing self-centered living back to fear and a lack of trust in God. Trying to protect our own interests can leave us competing with others instead of serving them. Jesus offers a different example through humility and sacrificial love. The message encourages listeners to address the roots of selfishness rather than merely hiding its outward signs. As we surrender our fears and allow God’s kingdom to grow within us, we can trust His provision and seek the good of others.

An Unfulfilled Potential | Week 4 | 1 Samuel 9:5-21, 1 Samuel 13:8-12, 1 Samuel 15:7-16

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Excuses can become a barrier between our lives and the purpose God has given us. Brandon Williams follows Saul’s repeated attempts to avoid responsibility, justify disobedience, and maintain a religious appearance without an inward change. His story challenges listeners to seek a way through difficulties rather than an easy escape, and to obey God’s Word even when feelings pull in another direction. The message calls the church beyond familiar routines toward practical care for people who are hurting or overlooked. Genuine growth begins when we stop defending what needs to change, accept responsibility, and allow God to transform the core of who we are.

An Unfulfilled Potential | Week 3 | 1 Samuel 9:27-10:24

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Confidence grows when we trust the God who calls us rather than our own ability. Brandon Williams follows Saul’s calling in 1 Samuel, where clear confirmation from God is followed by hesitation and hiding. The message contrasts confidence rooted in performance or others’ approval with assurance grounded in God’s love and promises. Saul’s story, along with other biblical examples, shows how fear and self-doubt can keep people from stepping into their purpose. God supplies what His people need as they follow Him. Listeners are encouraged to draw strength from Him, move forward in faith, and use that confidence to serve others.

An Unfulfilled Potentia | Week 2 | 1 Samuel 17:20-38

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

God-given potential grows as we take responsibility for what He has entrusted to us. Brandon Williams contrasts Saul’s reluctance to face Goliath with David’s willingness to act, challenging listeners to stop passing their calling to someone else. Faith involves both intimacy with God and obedience to His direction. The message applies this responsibility to daily choices, marriage, parenting, and the church’s shared vision. Investing in children, welcoming others, serving, and growing together all provide practical opportunities to respond. Rather than remaining on a familiar path or waiting passively for change, believers are invited to take faithful steps and trust God with the results.

An Unfulfilled Potential | Week 1 | 1 Samuel 13:16-22, Romans 3:9-26

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

What keeps us from doing all that God has called us to do? Brandon Williams introduces Saul’s unfulfilled potential by contrasting his hesitation with Jonathan’s willingness to act in faith. Both had resources available, yet Jonathan trusted God and stepped forward against overwhelming odds. Turning to Romans, the message emphasizes our shared need for grace and the righteousness offered through faith in Jesus. Our past failures do not determine what God can accomplish through us. As believers receive His forgiveness, yield their lives to Him, and work together as one body, they can begin taking responsibility for the purpose and potential He has given them.

The Vision | Isaiah 58:6-12

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Authentic faith becomes visible in the way we care for others. Brandon Williams returns to the church’s vision through Isaiah’s call to feed the hungry, lift burdens, and restore broken places. Worship involves more than words; a genuine relationship with God moves believers toward practical action. The message invites the church to offer hope, build foundations for future generations, and become a source of refreshment in the community. It also challenges listeners to find their joy in God rather than changing circumstances or ministry results. As we seek Him daily and respond to the needs around us, His light can shine through our lives.

Out of the Valley | Week 5 | Acts 9:1-18

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

When life leaves us weary or discouraged, God’s grace offers a secure place to stand. Brandon Williams explores Saul’s encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus, showing how God reaches toward people who cannot earn His favor. The same grace that transforms a life also anchors believers through difficult circumstances. Drawing on Paul’s experience, the message emphasizes that grace provides strength for obedience and perseverance, not simply forgiveness. Listeners are encouraged to release guilt, stop relying on their own efforts, and trust God’s sufficiency. With their future secure in Christ, they can leave the past behind and continue the race He has called them to run.

Out of the Valley | Week 4 | Psalm 23:1-4

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Hope grows when we recognize God as our Shepherd. Brandon Williams explores Psalm 23 through David’s understanding of a shepherd’s care, protection, and guidance. Our value comes from God’s love, and His presence remains dependable when familiar pastures become uncertain. Rather than stopping in fear, believers are encouraged to keep following Him through difficult seasons. The rod represents His protection, while the staff draws His people close. The message invites listeners to trust the Shepherd’s direction, receive the worth He places on their lives, and seek an intimate relationship with Him. Even in the darkest valley, we can find comfort in knowing He walks with us.

Out of the Valley | Week 3 | Isaiah 40

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

When circumstances seem to erase every hope, God has not forgotten His people. Brandon Williams explores Isaiah’s words of comfort to Israel, pointing to the Creator’s power, tenderness, and promise to renew weary lives. The God who knows every star also knows His children and remains greater than the obstacles before them. The message challenges listeners to place their confidence in Him rather than relying on people, possessions, or their own strength. Hope in the Lord sustains the journey even when the destination seems distant. As we lift our eyes to Him and keep moving in faith, we can trust His presence and receive renewed strength.

Out of the Valley | Week 2 | Jeremiah 29:11, Genesis 37-50

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A God-given dream can sustain us when setbacks make the future seem uncertain. Brandon Williams connects Jeremiah’s promise of hope with Joseph’s journey from betrayal and imprisonment to a place of service and influence. Rejection by people does not mean rejection by God, and difficult circumstances need not destroy His purpose. Joseph’s example highlights guarding the heart against bitterness, maintaining integrity, and caring for others even while waiting. The message encourages listeners to seek God’s direction, hold on to what He has placed in their hearts, and keep taking faithful steps. Trusting His favor allows us to move forward without surrendering to despair.

Out of the Valley | Week 1 | Joshua 1:8-9, Psalm 119:105

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A difficult moment does not have to define the rest of our lives. Brandon Williams begins the series by showing how God’s Word provides hope, direction, and firm footing when despair threatens to take hold. Joshua’s call to meditate on Scripture and the psalmist’s picture of a lamp for the path emphasize listening and responding to God daily. His Word brings clarity to decisions, corrects harmful patterns, and renews the way we think. The message encourages listeners to welcome both its comfort and its instruction. As faith grows through Scripture, God’s promises can bring assurance and peace in the middle of uncertain circumstances.

Purposes of the Church | Week 6 | Matthew 4:18-22

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Following Jesus means learning His heart and allowing His life to take shape in us. Brandon Williams closes the series by exploring discipleship through Jesus’ invitation to the fishermen to follow Him and become fishers of people. Jesus taught through both His words and shared experiences, preparing His followers to carry His work forward. The Holy Spirit continues that work by revealing God’s love, refining our lives, and empowering us to reflect Christ. Rather than trying to change others through pressure or fear, we can point them toward Jesus. His love changes us from within and equips us to serve others with compassion.

Purposes of the Church | Week 5 | Philippians 2:1-4, 1 John 1:5-7, Galatians 6:1-2

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

True fellowship grows when people share more than a friendly greeting. Brandon Williams describes a church family joined together through Christ, where trust, forgiveness, and humility make deeper relationships possible. Philippians calls believers to consider others’ needs, while 1 John connects walking in God’s light with fellowship. Galatians invites us to carry one another’s burdens and restore those who stumble gently. Honest relationships help break isolation, provide encouragement and accountability, and create space for restoration. The message encourages listeners to invest time in a small group, learn to trust again, and become part of a community that reflects God’s love through its life together.

Purposes of the Church | Week 4 | Luke 4:18-19, John 13:34, 2 Corinthians 5:18

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ministry begins with receiving God’s love and sharing it with the people around us. This message looks to Jesus’ announcement in Luke as a picture of service that brings good news and restoration to a broken world. His command to love one another and Paul’s description of the ministry of reconciliation show that every believer has a part to play. Serving does not require a special position or an elaborate program. It calls us to look beyond ourselves, notice real needs, and respond with the love we have received. As we follow Christ in everyday relationships, His work of reconciliation continues through us.

Purposes of the Church | Week 3 | Matthew 3:11, Luke 24:46, Acts 1:7-8

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

God’s love moves us to share the good news with others. Brandon Williams explores the church’s calling to tell people about Christ, emphasizing Jesus’ promise of power through the Holy Spirit. The disciples were instructed to wait before going out as witnesses, and believers today are encouraged to depend on that same help. Knowing God’s love gives confidence to move beyond pride, awkwardness, and fear. Jesus’ encounter with the man among the tombs illustrates compassion that meets people in their need. The message invites listeners to pray for their community, remain open to the Spirit, and make Christ’s love visible in everyday encounters.

Purposes of the Church | Week 2 | Acts 2:42-47

Sun, 31 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Worship reaches beyond a song or a Sunday service. Brandon Williams uses the early church in Acts to explore a life aligned with God through worship, fellowship, service, discipleship, and sharing the good news. Worship begins by giving God the place of authority in our lives and choosing to honor Him even when feelings lag behind. Prayer, generosity, and everyday service become expressions of that relationship. The stories of the disciples and Cornelius show God directing people who seek Him. As believers see Him more clearly, their lives can change, barriers can fall, and their shared life can make His love visible to others.

Purposes of the Church | Week 1 | 2 Corinthians 3-5

Sun, 24 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The church’s purpose reaches far beyond a building or an organization. Brandon Williams opens the series by challenging assumptions about church life and calling every believer to share in Christ’s work. In 2 Corinthians, believers are described as letters written by the Spirit, made competent through God, and continually transformed into Christ’s likeness. The church is a place for growth and encouragement, where imperfect people receive grace and learn to look beyond themselves. Reconciliation welcomes people from every background into relationship with God. The message invites listeners to consider what their lives communicate and how they can help their community encounter His love.