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Pastor Scott challenges us to rethink how we view financial resources, not as a measure of success, but as a responsibility entrusted to us by God. With biblical clarity, he reminds us that money doesn’t just reflect our hearts, it directs them.

In this powerful new series, The Christian’s Finances, we’ll explore the biblical truth that God owns everything and has entrusted us as stewards. The Bible does not condemn money, but it does provide clear principles for how to earn, save, invest, and give in ways that honor Him.

In this message, we explore the often overlooked present day ministry of the risen Christ. After appearing to many eyewitnesses and ascending to heaven, Jesus did not step away. He stepped into an active and ongoing work that continues even now.

As we conclude the Jesus Shaped Life series, Pastor John brings a powerful and practical message from Gospel of Matthew 23 and First Epistle of John 4, reminding us that following Jesus is more than belief—it’s alignment.

What does it really mean to live a Jesus-shaped life? In this message, Pastor Trey helps us get to know the often misunderstood yet deeply personal presence of the Holy Spirit, the third member of the Trinity.

In this message, Pastor Scott challenges us to move beyond a comfortable, “domesticated” view of Jesus and see Him for who He truly is. Focusing on His identity, we’re reminded that before we can fully appreciate the cross, we must first understand the Incarnation—Jesus as fully God and fully man.

In this message from the series A Jesus Shaped Life, Pastor John explores the beauty and importance of the Trinity. Rather than being merely a complex theological idea, the Trinity shapes the very foundation of our faith—our salvation, how God reveals Himself, our fellowship with Him, and even the way we pray.

Pastor John Hull begins our new series, “A Jesus Shaped Life,” with a powerful reminder that theology is a good word.Too often theology feels technical, distant, or disconnected from everyday life—but in reality, theology is simply thinking about God and expressing those thoughts in the way we live.

Paul reveals the ongoing conflict between the old nature (the flesh) and the new nature in Christ. Even as a believer, the struggle remains. As J. I. Packer said, “Paul wasn’t struggling because he was such a sinner. Paul was struggling because he was a saint.”

In this message, Pastor explains that before Christ we were enslaved to sin, but through Christ we have been set free. Using Paul’s illustration of marriage, we see that we are no longer bound to the Law—we now belong to Jesus. The Law reveals sin, but it cannot rescue us. Only Christ can.

In this final movement of The Red Letter Challenge, we turn to one powerful word: GOING. While many believers are familiar with the phrase “The Great Commission,” research shows that most cannot clearly explain what it means. Yet Jesus’ final command was unmistakable: “Go and make disciples of all nations…” (Matthew 28:18–20). The mission wasn’t an afterthought—it was born before the Church was born.

Pastor Scott Kelly focuses on giving and the heart behind it. Drawing from Jesus’ words in Matthew 6, this message challenges the fear that often shapes our finances and invites us to trust God with a give-first, kingdom-centered approach. Discover how generosity grows our faith and why following Jesus means surrendering every part of our lives—including our resources.

In week three of the Red Letter Challenge, we turn our focus to the call of Serving. Jesus makes it clear that love for Him is demonstrated through obedience (John 14:15), and that true discipleship often means stepping out in faith with a simple response: “Because You Say So, I Will” (Luke 5:4–5).

This week in the Red Letter Challenge, we focus on one of Jesus’ hardest commands: forgiveness. Through the words of Christ in Matthew 5, 6, and 18, we’re reminded that forgiveness isn’t optional—it’s essential to following Him. Though letting go can be difficult, Jesus calls us to pray for others, release the hurt, and walk in freedom.

The Red Letter Challenge invites us to take a fresh look at the words of Jesus recorded in red and examine how they shape our daily lives. This series is not about information alone, but transformation—moving from simply hearing Christ’s words to building our lives upon them.