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Our culture is remarkably good at teaching us to want the next thing. Another purchase. Another achievement. Another experience. Another version of ourselves. Jesus once told a tiny story about a man who spent his life searching for valuable things...until he found one thing so valuable that it changed the value of everything else. This week, we’ll explore what happens when we stop asking what we want next and start asking a much bigger question: What do I actually want most?

We tend to associate significance with what is visible, measurable, impressive, and growing. We look for God in dramatic moments, successful organizations, extraordinary people, and unmistakable spiritual experiences. Jesus points instead to a woman making bread. Perhaps the Kingdom is already at work in ordinary acts, ordinary people, ordinary relationships, and places we have learned to overlook.

We're headed to a galaxy far, far away for the last week of At the Movies to see The Last Jedi. Hear this shortened version of the message about keeping hope even when it feels hard.

This Sunday, we’re taking flight with Top Gun: Maverick! Join us as we discuss clips from the movie and explore what it means to lead the way to show someone that they can follow.

We're At the Movies! Due to copyright laws, we cannot livestream our full services. If you can, head to campus for the 9am or 11am service to see today's full message, snack on free popcorn, and enjoy the exciting experience in our lobby.  In case you can't make it to campus today, here's a shortened version of the message we put together to give you a taste of the main event.

It's week two of At the Movies! 🎬 Did you miss Project Hail Mary on campus? Catch this shortened version of the message for a snapshot of the main event. We're At the Movies through Sept. 6, 2026. View the full lineup and plan your visit at vervecity.church/movies/

We're At the Movies! In case you were unable to make it to campus for Up, here's a shortened version of the message we put together to give you a taste of the main event. We're At the Movies through Sept. 6, 2026. View the full lineup and plan your visit at vervecity.church/movies/

At some point in life, the question changes. It’s no longer “What do you want to be when you grow up?” It becomes, “Who do you want to be when you grow up?” In this Vision Sunday message, we explore why that question matters, why Jesus’ invitation is about far more than simply believing the right things, and what kind of church we hope Verve City is becoming. What if the most important thing about your future isn’t what you accomplish, but who you become?

Moses spent his life moving toward the Promised Land, yet never entered it himself. It's one of the most surprising and poignant endings in Scripture. If life hasn't unfolded the way you hoped, if some dreams remain unfinished, or if you're learning to trust God with outcomes beyond your control, this final chapter of Moses' story may be exactly what you need.

Even great leaders have limits. At one point, Moses was carrying so much responsibility that he nearly collapsed under the weight of it all. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or like everyone is depending on you, this forgotten story offers a better way. You were never meant to carry everything alone.

When God finally called Moses, his first response wasn't confidence. It was excuse after excuse. Moses doubted himself, questioned his abilities, and tried to convince God to send someone else. If you've ever felt unqualified, overwhelmed, or unprepared for what life is asking of you, discover why God's presence matters more than your preparedness.

Before the miracles, before the leadership, before the burning bush, there were forty years of sheep. Moses spent decades in obscurity wondering if his best years were behind him. If you've ever felt stuck, overlooked, or uncertain about what God is doing in your life, you'll find hope in the forgotten years of Moses' story.

Most people know Moses as a great leader. What they often forget is that he started as a fugitive. After taking matters into his own hands and making a terrible mistake, Moses ran for his life. If you've ever felt defined by regret, disappointed by your choices, or convinced you've blown your chance, this story is for you. Discover how God's grace can redeem even our worst moments.

Some dads are heroes. Some relationships are complicated. Most of us have a little bit of both in our story. We want to honor the dads, coaches, role models, and mentors who helped shape who we are. So whether you're celebrating your dad, remembering him, or figuring out fatherhood yourself, this message is for you.

Nobody wakes up one day and decides to become cynical. It happens slowly: one disappointment, one betrayal, one frustrating headline at a time. This Sunday, we’ll talk about how to protect your heart from cynicism without pretending life is easier than it is.