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Listen to weekly sermons from Velocity Church in Lawrence, KS. Velocity is a vision-fueled and faith-filled community changing lives and transforming a city with the message of Jesus. For more information visit www.findvelocity.org

Have you ever felt uneasy about the idea that God wants you to prosper? In this message from Permission To Prosper, Pastor Justin Jenkins teaches from 3 John 1:2. Whether you have just assumed God would rather you just get by or simply want to know what the Bible actually promises, in this message discover what real prosperity looks like, where it begins, and what God intends it to be for. Scripture References: 3 John 1, verse 2 – A prayer to prosper in all things as your soul prospers Luke 4, verses 18–19 – Jesus brings good news to the poor Deuteronomy 28, verses 11–12 – God opens the storehouse of His bounty 2 Corinthians 9, verse 11 – Enriched in every way to be generous Watch: https://vel.city/26y1ot18

Have you ever wondered whether the Easter story is real history or just a hopeful idea? In this message from A Skeptic's Guide to Belief, Pastor Justin Jenkins teaches from 1 Corinthians 15, where Paul reminds a church full of questions about the message they first received. Whether you're skeptical, curious, or have believed for years without looking closely at why, explore the claim at the very center of Christianity, what history has to say about it, and why the answer matters for your life today and for eternity. Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 15, verses 3–8 – Christ died, was buried, was raised, and appeared to many Galatians 1, verse 23 – The former persecutor now preaches the faith 1 Corinthians 15, verses 14 and 17 – If Christ has not been raised, our faith is futile 1 Corinthians 15, verse 20 – Christ has indeed been raised, the firstfruits 1 Corinthians 15, verses 1–2 – The gospel we receive and take our stand on Watch: https://vel.city/26y1ot11

Have you ever wondered whether following God would cost you your freedom? In this message from A Skeptic's Guide to Belief, Pastor Justin Jenkins teaches from Psalm 16, where David looks at the life God has given him and calls its boundary lines pleasant. Whether you're wary of a God who tells you how to live, weighing what commitment will cost you, or a longtime believer who sometimes feels fenced in by faith, explore what freedom is really for, what you're building your life around, and why the boundaries God draws can be a blessing instead of a cage. This message will help you: • See God's boundaries as protection, not punishment • Decide what is worth giving your life to • Follow Jesus out of love rather than obligation Scripture References: Psalm 16, verses 2–6 – The boundary lines have fallen in pleasant places 1 Corinthians 9, verse 19 – Paul uses his freedom to serve others Matthew 11, verses 29–30 – Jesus offers rest under an easy yoke Watch: https://vel.city/26y1oto4

Are you waiting for your doubts to disappear before you take a step toward God? In this message from A Skeptic's Guide to Belief, Pastor Justin Jenkins teaches from Acts 17, where Paul stands before some of the sharpest minds in Athens. Whether you're unconvinced, curious, or a longtime believer carrying quiet questions, explore how faith and honest thinking belong together, and why real skepticism turns its questions in every direction. This message will help you: • Bring your doubts to God without fear • Examine what your questions are resting on • Take your next step of faith before every question is answered Scripture References: Acts 17, verses 16–34 – Paul reasons with the seekers and skeptics of Athens John 20, verses 24–29 – Jesus meets Thomas in his doubt Matthew 6, verses 25–30 – Jesus invites us to consider God's care Mark 9, verse 24 – Lord, help my unbelief Watch: https://vel.city/26yo9t27

Why do you need faith in the first place? In this message from A Skeptic’s Guide to Belief, Pastor Justin Jenkins teaches from 1 Peter 3:15–16. Science and progress have changed how we live, but questions about meaning, human worth, and eternity remain. Whether you’re skeptical of Christianity or have believed for years, explore why faith still makes sense and why our deepest longings may point to more than this world can offer. Have we really outgrown our need for God? This message will help you: • Bring your real questions into the room with God • Get clearer on what your hope is resting on • Answer curiosity about your faith Scripture References: 1 Peter 3, verses 15–16 – Explain your hope with gentleness and respect 1 Corinthians 15, verse 19 – Our hope in Christ reaches beyond this life Genesis 1, verse 27 – Human beings are created in God’s image Ecclesiastes 3, verse 11 – God places a sense of eternity within us Watch: https://vel.city/26yo9t2o

What if God already changed your position, but your perspective is still stuck on earth? In this message Pastor Justin Jenkins teaches from Colossians 3:1-4. Paul starts with what Jesus has already done: He has given us a new position in raising us with Christ. That position should give us a new perspective. But sometimes we still have trouble seeing God's truth. This message will help you: • Look back at God's faithfulness without treating the past like a finish line • Let your perspective catch up to your position in Christ • Measure today by forever, not only by what you can see Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4 Watch: https://vel.city/26yo9t13

Knowing time is short shouldn’t make you frantic. It should make you faithful. It’s easy to spend your life putting off what matters most. We assume there will be another opportunity, a better season, or more time. But seeing today in light of eternity changes what deserves our attention and what we can’t afford to keep postponing. This message will help you: • Stop handing God’s assignments to an imaginary future you • Tell what feels huge today from what will matter forever • Live today in light of eternity, not in panic Scripture: 1 John 2:17 – The world passes away, but those who do God’s will live forever James 4:13-15 – Life is a mist; tomorrow belongs to God 2 Corinthians 4:18 – Fix your eyes on what is unseen and eternal Watch: https://vel.city/26yo9to6

How much do we miss because we never ask? In this message from Just Ask, Pastor Justin Jenkins teaches from Matthew 7:7-11. Jesus does not just give permission. He gives a promise. Ask, seek, and knock are not three techniques for getting something from God. They are three pictures of dependence. This message will help you: • See why Jesus attaches a promise to a simple ask • Stop treating prayer like a presentation God has to grade • Bring Him what you have been managing Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11 — Ask, seek, knock; your Father gives good gifts Matthew 6:8 — Your Father knows what you need before you ask James 4:2 — You do not have because you do not ask God Watch: https://vel.city/26yo8t30

Have you ever gotten exactly what you asked for and realized it wasn't what you needed? In this message from Just Ask, Pastor Justin Jenkins teaches from Proverbs 4:7 and Proverbs 2. We carry more answers than any generation before us, yet wisdom still feels scarce. Whether you're learning, leading, or trying to grow, this message invites you into a teachable posture, so the questions shaping your life lead somewhere deeper than more information. What if the growth you've been waiting on starts with a better ask? This message will help you: • Trade looking informed for staying teachable • Notice wisdom already around you • Bring real need, not polished certainty, to God and others Scripture References: Proverbs 4, verse 7 – Get wisdom; though it cost all you have, get understanding Proverbs 2, verses 1–6 – Call out for insight; the Lord gives wisdom James 1, verse 5 – If you lack wisdom, ask God who gives generously Matthew 11, verses 28–29 – Come to Jesus and learn from Him Watch: https://vel.city/26yo8t23

Have you ever wondered why it's so hard to honor people you don't agree with? In this message from Brighter Sundays, learn from Mark 6, where Jesus returns to His hometown. Whether you're worn out by a culture that sorts everyone into sides, carrying tension with a leader, coworker, or family member, or simply want your relationships to look more like Jesus, explore what honor looks like in God's kingdom, where it comes from, and how it opens the door for God to move in your life and in your city. Scripture References: Mark 6, verses 1–6 – Jesus is without honor in His hometown Romans 5, verse 8 – While we were still sinners, Christ died for us Romans 12, verse 10 – Honor one another above yourselves Luke 17, verses 11–19 – One healed man returns to give thanks Watch: https://vel.city/26yo8t16

Have you ever looked at what God has given you and wondered if it's enough? In this message from Brighter Sundays, Pastor Justin Jenkins teaches from Matthew 25, Jesus' parable of the talents. Whether you feel underqualified, quietly measure yourself against others, or are holding a gift you've never fully put to work, explore how God sees what He has placed in your hands, what faithfulness really asks of you, and how to grow the leader He has put within you. Scripture References: Matthew 25, verses 14–18 – A master entrusts his servants with his wealth Matthew 25, verses 19–23 – Well done, good and faithful servant Matthew 25, verses 24–30 – The servant who buried what he was given Genesis 1, verse 28 – Be fruitful and multiply Watch: https://vel.city/26yo8to9

Listen to weekly sermons from Velocity Church in Lawrence, KS. Velocity is a vision-fueled and faith-filled community changing lives and transforming a city with the message of Jesus. For more information visit www.findvelocity.org

Listen to weekly sermons from Velocity Church in Lawrence, KS. Velocity is a vision-fueled and faith-filled community changing lives and transforming a city with the message of Jesus. For more information visit www.findvelocity.org

Listen to weekly sermons from Velocity Church in Lawrence, KS. Velocity is a vision-fueled and faith-filled community changing lives and transforming a city with the message of Jesus. For more information visit www.findvelocity.org