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We live in a world that rarely stops—always working, scrolling, consuming, and rushing to the next thing. But Jesus offers a different rhythm. In Matthew 12, He reminds us that rest is not a burden but a gift. What might change if we learned to work hard, rest well, and trust that God can keep the world turning while we stop? Mitch will continue our Abide in Me series with this valuable lesson.

Jesus modeled a life of listening—listening to God through Scripture and learning to recognize His voice in the world around us. This week, we’ll explore what it means to “hear like Jesus” and practice listening with open hearts as we continue our Abide in Me series.

We will continue our Abide in Me subseries on prayer. Prayer isn’t just about what we say—it’s about the heart behind it. In Luke 11, Jesus teaches us to pray with persistence & boldness. This Sunday, we’ll explore what it means to “pray through,” not just pray for, and why the reward of fervent prayer is worth the risk.

Jesus prayed often, and His disciples noticed. In Luke 11, they asked Him, “Lord, teach us to pray.” Prayer isn’t something we simply figure out—it’s something we learn and practice. This week, we’ll continue our Abide in Me series, exploring how to build a stronger foundation for prayer by following Jesus’ example.

What does faithfulness look like when you can’t control the outcome? Paul is in prison, other preachers are taking advantage of his circumstances, and he doesn’t even know whether he’s going to live or die. But instead of obsessing over outcomes, he keeps returning to what matters: Christ is being proclaimed, there is still fruitful work to do, and “whatever happens,” they can live lives worthy of the gospel. Sunday morning, we’ll welcome back our friend, Josh Kingcade, for a message that encourages us to loosen our grip on outcomes and learn to measure our lives by faithfulness instead.

Jesus didn’t simply call us to believe in Him; He called us to follow Him. A disciple is someone who learns the habits, rhythms, attitudes, and way of life of their Rabbi. The goal isn’t just to know about Jesus, but to become more like Him. Join us Sunday as we continue our series Abide in Me, discover what is shaping our spiritual life, and what it would look like if our life was so formed by Jesus that we could be mistaken for Him.

Grace is a gift—not something we earn. But if we’ve already received grace, what role does effort play in our walk with Jesus? This Sunday, we’ll continue our new Abide in Me series and explore the difference between being saved by grace and being formed into the image of Christ, and why following Jesus requires both surrender and intentional effort.

What do you need from Jesus? And even more importantly, what does Jesus want to do in you? This Sunday, we begin our new school year theme from the words of Jesus, Abide in Me. We’ll explore the difference between coming to Jesus simply to have our needs met and choosing to truly become like Him. Jesus invites us to something deeper—a life of transformation.

Grant closes out his time with us this summer with a message on “Greatness.” We all want to be great—but what does greatness look like in the Kingdom of God? Jesus turns our understanding of greatness upside down. True greatness isn’t found in power, recognition, or being served, but in becoming a servant and lifting others up.

Baptism is more than answering a list of questions, it’s about becoming part of a new family. In John 3, Jesus challenges Nicodemus to rethink his categories, his assumptions, and his “us vs. them” mentality. Baptism is a new birth that breaks down barriers and expands our love. Join us as we celebrate those baptized over the last year and celebrate the grace offered to each one of us in the waters of baptism.

Why do we chase success yet still feel empty? In Philippians 2, Paul reveals that true fulfillment isn't found by focusing on ourselves, but by following the example of Jesus, shifting from "me" to "we." Join us Sunday morning as we discover how genuine concern for others leads to deeper joy, lasting contentment, and spiritual maturity.

Our world is searching. Many say they're spiritual but aren't sure who—or what—they're looking for. In Acts 17, Paul speaks to a culture much like ours. Join us as we discover the God who has made Himself known, the God who is intimately personal, and the One who gives us everything—even Himself.

This Sunday we culminate our Pray & Prepare series with our annual Missions Sunday. As we join in the mission of God to Share Good News, we will celebrate what God has done, what he is currently doing, and how we can plan to participate in the coming year in our Go & Make initiative.

Every day, we're surrounded by voices telling us what to believe, pursue, and value. But how do we know what's true? This Sunday, we'll continue our look at discernment in our Pray & Prepare series leading us to Missions Sunday on July 12. Join us as we discover how to recognize what is popular versus what is cruciform, and why the Spirit of God is greater than every competing voice.

Do you ever feel stuck in how to serve? Like you have the desire to make a difference but aren't sure where to start? This Sunday, we'll explore a powerful lesson from the cross, where even in His final moments, Jesus showed us how to live with purpose. Phil will give us three simple questions that can help bring direction to your life and point us to the right path. Sometimes God's greatest opportunities are closer than we think.