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What happens when success, status, or security become the foundation of our lives? In this message from the Far From Home series, Pastor Trey Hildebrant explores Daniel 4 and 5, where two kings discover that a life rooted in pride eventually leads to fear, instability, and chaos. Through the stories of Nebuchadnezzar and Belshazzar, we see how the things we trust most reveal where our roots truly are and why the world often fails to provide the security it promises. Yet this message is ultimately one of hope and restoration. No matter how far we've drifted or how unstable life may feel, surrendering to God is the first step toward lasting strength, peace, and purpose. Discover how deep roots in God prepare us to weather life's storms, stand firm in difficult seasons, and become people who bring strength and hope to the world around us. (11/08/2026)

Faith is personal, but it was never meant to remain private. In this special Baptism Sunday message from the Far From Home series, Pastor Trey Hildebrant explores the story of the Ethiopian official in Acts 8 and the call to publicly share what God has done in our lives. Baptism is both a celebration of new life in Jesus and a sign of the transformation He brings. It doesn't earn salvation, but it boldly declares that Jesus has changed us from the inside out. Discover why baptism has been an important step for believers throughout history, what it symbolizes, and why following Jesus often begins by simply saying yes to the next step of faith. Whether you're exploring faith for the first time or considering baptism yourself, this message is a powerful reminder that God's invitation is open to everyone who seeks Him with an open heart. (11/01/2026)

Pressure has a way of revealing what truly has our allegiance. In this message from the Far From Home series, Pastor Trey Hildebrant explores Daniel 3 and the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who refused to bow to the pressures of Babylon even when the cost was a fiery furnace. Their story reminds us that everyone worships something, and what we bow to ultimately shapes and directs our lives. Discover how a transformed heart produces unshakable hope, why true freedom is found in surrendering to Jesus, and how God remains present with us in the fires of life. Whether you're facing pressure, fear, uncertainty, or opposition, this message points to the hope we can have because of Jesus, the One who walks with us through the fire and offers rescue, freedom, and eternal life. (10/25/2026)

Every day, voices compete for our attention, shaping the way we think, what we believe, and ultimately who we become. In this message from the Far From Home series, Pastor Trey Hildebrant explores Daniel 1 and 2 to reveal how Babylon sought to reshape Daniel's beliefs, identity, and allegiance through ideas, pressure, and persuasion. As Daniel faced a culture determined to redefine him, he made up his mind to remain faithful to God without withdrawing from the people around him. Discover how to stay grounded in truth, guard your heart from competing influences, stand firm in your convictions, and love people well in a world that often pulls in a different direction. Daniel's example reminds us that when our identity is rooted in God, we can live with confidence, integrity, and purpose no matter where we find ourselves. (10/18/2026)

Feeling out of place has become a common experience in a world marked by uncertainty, shifting values, and constant change. As we begin the Far From Home series, Pastor Trey Hildebrant explores the backstory of Daniel and the reality of living as exiles in a culture that often pulls us in a different direction. Looking at Israel’s journey from faithfulness to exile, we discover how misplaced loyalty, trust, and satisfaction can slowly reshape our lives, and why staying rooted in God matters more than ever. Through Daniel’s story, we find a practical blueprint for standing firm without becoming hostile, loving people without compromising our convictions, and living with hope even when we don't fit in. Most importantly, we're reminded that while the kingdoms of this world rise and fall, God's Kingdom endures, giving us an unshakable foundation and a place to truly call home. (10/11/2026)

What does it mean to be sent the same way Jesus was sent? In Week Four of the One More series, Pastor David Uth explores John 20:19-23 and the powerful truth that Jesus sends His followers into the world with His peace, His love, and His power. Even when fear, uncertainty, or opposition surround us, we can move forward with confidence because God goes before us and works through us. This message challenges us to look beyond our comfort zones, genuinely care for the people around us, and take intentional steps toward the one person God has placed on our hearts. Discover how a life shaped by Christ’s peace, compelled by His love, and empowered by His Spirit can make an eternal difference in the lives of others. (10/04/2026)

What keeps our passion for sharing Jesus alive when life becomes busy, comfortable, or distracted? In Week Three of One More, Pastor Trey Hildebrant walks through Luke 24:44-49 and Jesus’ call for His followers to be His witnesses. This message explores how growing confidence in God’s Word, embracing the simple truth of the gospel, and actively investing in the people around us can reignite our passion for God’s mission. Discover how Scripture fuels our hearts, why the message of Jesus is powerful enough on its own, and how living with an eager witness transforms a routine faith into an exciting purpose filled adventure. If you feel spiritually stuck, dry, or disconnected from God’s mission, this message offers practical encouragement to draw near to Jesus, depend on the power of the Holy Spirit, and live with renewed passion to reach one more person with the hope of the gospel. (09/27/2026)

What does it look like to make Jesus’ mission your mission? In week two of the One More series, Pastor Danny de Armas explores Mark 16 and challenges us to take personal ownership of what mattered most to Jesus: helping more people know Him. Through this message, you'll discover two practical ways to embrace the Great Commission in everyday life by believing the truth of the gospel and boldly proclaiming it to others. You’ll also be encouraged to take simple, intentional steps, like praying regularly for the people God has placed in your life, and trusting Him to work through your influence. If you’ve ever wondered how God can use you to reach one more person, this message will inspire you to live with greater purpose, faith, and intentionality. (09/20/2026)

What would it look like to align your life with a purpose bigger than yourself? In Week One of the One More series, Pastor Trey Hildebrant explores Jesus’ Great Commission in Matthew 28 and challenges us to move beyond simply agreeing with Jesus’ mission to actively living it out. Discover how the authority of Christ gives us clarity, conviction, and courage to reach the people around us with hope and purpose. Through the powerful idea of “one more,” this message reminds us that lives are changed one person at a time and invites us to see neighbors, friends, coworkers, and communities through the lens of eternity. Learn how God can use ordinary people to make an extraordinary impact and why reaching one more person matters more than we may realize. (09/13/2026)

Family relationships can be complicated, but the presence of dysfunction is not the absence of God’s faithfulness. In this message from the Connected series, Pastor Jarian Felton explores the story of Jacob through Genesis 28:15 and Genesis 35:3, showing how God remained present and faithful through seasons of brokenness, difficult decisions, and family tension. Jacob’s journey reminds us that God does not abandon His promises when life gets messy. No matter what challenges or relational struggles we face, God is still at work, offering hope, guidance, and transformation. Discover how God’s faithfulness can sustain you and your family through every season and every setback. (09_06_2026)

What does it take to move church from a place we attend to people we call family? In this message from the Connected series, Pastor Trey Hildebrandt unpacks Galatians 6:10, Galatians 6:2, and Ephesians 2:13-19 to show how Jesus creates a true family of faith where people from every background find belonging, support, and purpose. Discover how carrying one another’s burdens, building meaningful friendships, and choosing connection over isolation reflect God’s design for the church. Whether you are married, single, raising a family, or looking for community, this message offers encouragement that you were never meant to do life alone. Through the work of Christ, the barriers that separate people are broken down, strangers become family, and everyone is invited to a seat at God’s table. (08/30/2026)

What does it take to raise kids who stay connected to God and build a faith that lasts? In this message from the Connected series, Pastor Trey Hildebrant explores Deuteronomy 6:1-9 and God’s vision for parenting in a world filled with competing influences. Through the practical framework of modeling, moments, and milestones, discover how everyday conversations, intentional teaching, and meaningful celebrations can help shape the hearts of the next generation. Whether you're raising young children, investing in adult kids, or preparing for parenthood, this encouraging message offers practical steps to help your family stay rooted in what matters most and lead your children to love their Savior and their neighbor with a faith that becomes their own. Based on Deuteronomy 6:1-9, this sermon reminds us that small, consistent choices today can have an eternal impact on the future of our families. For additional resources go to: https://www.firstorlando.com/parent/ (08/23/2026)

Marriage was designed to be one of life’s deepest and most meaningful relationships, but staying connected through the challenges of everyday life takes intentional effort. In this message from the Connected series, Pastor Trey Hildebrant explores God’s design for marriage through Genesis 2:18-25, revealing how a strong marriage is built on commitment, unity, humility, and unconditional love. Whether your marriage is thriving, struggling, or somewhere in between, this message offers practical encouragement for taking one step toward a healthier relationship. Discover how choosing connection over distance, grace over resentment, and togetherness over self-interest can strengthen your marriage, create a safe place for lasting intimacy, and reflect the enduring love that God intended from the very beginning. (08/16/2026)

What is God’s plan for family? In this message from the Connected series, Pastor Trey Hildebrant explores God’s original design for family through Genesis 1:26-28 and Psalm 127:1, revealing how the family is meant to be a place where people experience love, grow in faith, and reflect God’s purpose to the world. From marriage and parenting to spiritual legacy and community, discover why family has always been central to God’s plan and how healthy homes can shape future generations. Whether your family is flourishing, struggling, blended, single-parent, or different from what you imagined, this message offers encouragement, hope, and practical perspective for taking one step toward a stronger, healthier family built on a foundation that lasts. (08/09/2026)

What does it mean to be more than attenders and become a truly connected church? In this message from the Connected series, Pastor Trey Hildebrant explores Acts 2:36-47 and the birth of the early church, where lives were transformed by the grace of Jesus, people were united in authentic community, and believers were sent out to impact others. Discover why church is more than something we consume, how genuine relationships strengthen our faith, and why we are stronger together than on our own. As the first believers devoted themselves to teaching, fellowship, generosity, prayer, and sharing the good news, they modeled the kind of connection God still desires for His people today. This message challenges us to move beyond spectatorship, embrace our role in the church family, and live on mission so that one more person can experience the hope and new life found in Jesus. (08/02/2026)