Loneliness. We’ve all felt it — that deep ache to belong. In this powerful message from Evangel Church, Pastor Lucas unpacks our first core value: HOME — where uncommon hospitality meets unwavering love.

Through the story of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15, we discover that home isn’t a building — it’s the presence of the Father. God designed us for connection, belonging, and relationship.

Studies show loneliness impacts us physically and emotionally, but Scripture shows us the way home — to a place where we are seen, known, and loved.

At Evangel Church, we believe that every heart longs to belong. This message invites you to experience the kind of uncommon hospitality Jesus modeled — not waiting for others to come to us, but moving toward them with radical love and genuine invitation.

💬 Topics in this message:
The ache of loneliness and our need for connection
The Prodigal Son and the Father’s heart
Uncommon hospitality and Jesus’ example
Finding home in the presence of God
Building community where all are seen, known, and loved

Join us as we welcome our global workers, Rod and Elna McDonald, from Iloilo City, Philippines!

In this powerful message, Rod McDonald shares “Windows of God,” breaking down four panes that reveal God’s heart for the world:

1️⃣ What – The Cross and the Gospel
2️⃣ Where – Go into all the world
3️⃣ Why – Jesus has commissioned us
4️⃣ Who – We are the ones called to go

What if your life isn’t meant to look like a show home — perfectly staged, spotless, and untouchable — but instead, a surrendered space where Jesus truly lives?

In this message, Pastor Lucas unpacks Evangel Church’s mission:
"Creating safe places for everyone to explore faith in Jesus, receive His love, and look more and more like Him each day."

Discover what it means to create safe places for others to explore faith, receive His love, and be transformed by His presence — one open door at a time.

Maybe there’s a door in your heart that’s still closed. Jesus isn’t knocking to condemn you; He’s knocking to bring freedom.

What does it really mean to live “For the One”?

In this message, Pastor Lucas unpacks Evangel Church’s fresh vision for the future. A call to live for Jesus, love deeply, and join Him in His relentless pursuit of the one.

From the gym to the Great Commission, this sermon explores how perfectionism and fear can paralyze us and how Jesus invites us instead into a life of purpose, freedom, and hope.

In this sermon, Pastor Lisa Mitchell walks through Romans 14:1–15:13, showing how Paul calls the church to live in harmony even when opinions and practices differ. Learn how to embrace grace, pursue peace, and build one another up so that together we may glorify God with one voice.

What if I told you there’s a debt you carry every single day—and you’ll never finish paying it off? In Romans 13:8-14, the Apostle Paul reminds us that beyond taxes, mortgages, and credit cards, there’s a deeper obligation: the ongoing debt to love one another.

In this sermon, we’ll unpack:
Why love is the only debt that never ends
How loving others fulfills the law of God
Why Paul urges us to “wake up” and live in light of Christ’s return
What it really means to put on the armor of light and clothe yourself with Christ

What does it really mean to “be subject to governing authorities” as Paul writes in Romans 13:1–7? 🤔

In this message, Pastor Lisa Mitchell unpacks the tension between obeying leaders and staying true to God’s higher calling. How do we live with integrity, humility, and courage under authority—especially in today’s world?

What does it really mean to love sincerely? In Romans 12:9–21, the Apostle Paul lays out a radical vision for authentic Christian love—love that hates evil, clings to good, blesses enemies, and overcomes evil with good.

In this message, we explore 11 practical ways to live out sincere love, from loving like family to showing radical kindness. This isn’t just a checklist—it’s a portrait of Jesus Himself.

*Warning: This video contains subject matter dealing with fatal self-harm

In a world of decay, we can find moments of hopelessness. This is not the way it should be. Andy, in sharing his story, leads us to a place of finding hope. A place where we can exchange the ashes we collect along the way for the hope and grace of our Creator.

Thank you, Andy, for sharing with us your continued story of hope restored.

Love isn’t just a concept to be studied; it’s a reality to be experienced. In this message, we explore the truth that God is love and that real love is found in a personal relationship with Him. We discover that love is not an abstract idea, but the living presence of God reaching into our lives.

Whether you’re searching for meaning, wrestling with questions, or longing for connection, this video invites you to move beyond analysis and step into the experience of God’s love for you.

"Now faith is the reality of what is hoped for, the proof of what is not seen."

To know is to grow. The more you get to know God, the deeper your trust and faith will go! Why? Because He is faithful! Join us as Russ teaches these truths from the scriptures, but also invites us into his lived experience (testimony) of God's faithfulness.

Romans 12 marks a turning point in Paul’s letter—shifting from the theology of salvation to the practical response of a believer’s life. In this message, we explore what it means to live as a “living sacrifice,” how transformation happens from the inside out, and how our unique gifts fit into the body of Christ. Discover the beauty of humility, unity, and serving with the measure of faith God has given you.

📖 Scripture: Romans 12:1–8
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Romans 11 is a powerful reminder that God's promises are sure and His mercy reaches further than we can imagine. This sermon walks through Paul’s deep reflections on God’s plan for Israel and the Gentiles, revealing the mystery of grace and the beauty of God’s redemptive purpose. If you’ve ever questioned whether God has given up on you, this message will offer hope, but perhaps not the answers you're hoping for.

"Ignorance is bliss"... or is it?

In this message, we delve into Romans 10 to explore the distinction between genuine ignorance and deliberate blindness. Paul challenges the Jewish people (and us) not for what they didn't know, but for neglecting the truth that was already available.

We explore what it means to have zeal without knowledge, how Paul might be debating his former self (Saul), and why sincerity without truth can lead to fanaticism, rather than faith.

Discover how God’s righteousness isn't earned through works, but received through faith—confessing with your mouth and believing in your heart. And most importantly, how the message of salvation isn’t just for Israel, but for all who call on His name.

📖 Featuring passages from Romans 9–10, Hosea, Isaiah, Deuteronomy, and more, this message paints a powerful picture of God’s outstretched hands toward all of us.

🙏 Confess. Believe. Be saved. And remember—you’re not just saved from something, you’re saved to something.

Have you ever read a passage in the Bible that made you pause and wrestle with it?

Romans 9 is one of the most theologically challenging chapters in Scripture, raising deep questions about God’s sovereignty, election, and human responsibility. In this message, we explore the apparent paradox of free will vs. predestination and what Paul’s words mean for us today.

We won't resolve all the mysteries—but we’ll anchor ourselves in God’s unchanging character: just, merciful, and full of grace.

Join us as we reflect on:

What Paul means by God's election
Why mercy is never earned
Whether God's justice is ever unfair
How foreknowledge and free will fit together

📖 Scripture Focus: Romans 9:1-29
👣 Step into the tension. Let’s wrestle with truth together.

What does it mean that nothing can separate us from the love of God? In this powerful examination of Romans 8:18–39, we delve into how Paul encourages believers to endure suffering with hope, rooted in the unshakeable love of Christ. Whether you're facing trials, doubt, or need a reminder of God's faithfulness, this passage offers deep assurance and strength.

📖 Key Themes:
Suffering and future glory (v.18)
Creation's longing for redemption
The Spirit's help in our weakness
God's unbreakable love and eternal purpose

Are you tired of trying to live a godly life through willpower alone? In this message from Romans 8:1-17, we explore how real transformation doesn’t come from rules or grit—it comes from a new desire planted in us by the Holy Spirit.

Learn how the Spirit frees us from condemnation, empowers us to live righteously, and confirms our adoption as children of God. This is more than theology—it’s the hope, power, and victory available to you today through Christ.

Whether you’re new to faith or wrestling with spiritual growth, this message will help you understand how God works in you, not just for you.

We grabbed some paddles, hit the pickleball court… and quickly realized we had no idea what we were doing.

What started as a fun family outing turned into a deeper reflection on rules, sin, and grace as we look at Romans 7. Just like we misunderstood the game, many misunderstand the role of God's law in the life of a believer.

In this message, we explore:

Why rules matter—and what they reveal.
The powerful (and painful) purpose of the law.
The inner war between our old nature and new life in Christ.
Why even Paul wrestled with the same tension you feel today.

What does it really mean to be free in Christ? In this powerful message from Romans 6:15–23, we explore the life-changing truth that grace is not a license to sin—it's the power to live a new life of righteousness. Paul draws a sharp contrast between being a slave to sin and being a servant of God. Who we obey reveals who we truly serve.

📖 Key Passage: Romans 6:15–23

🗣️ Main Theme: True freedom comes not from doing whatever we want, but from surrendering to the One who sets us free.

Whether you're struggling with sin, questioning the role of grace, or seeking deeper spiritual growth, this message will challenge and encourage you to walk in holiness, fueled by God’s grace, not guilt.

This video explores Romans 6:1-14 and the life-changing reality of leaving the "country where sin is sovereign" (Eugene Peterson). From the strict law to the sovereign reign of Jesus, we unpack what it means to live as citizens of a new Kingdom—one defined not by condemnation, but by grace and transformation.

We confront the tension between legalism and antinomianism (anti-law theology) and discover how grace not only justifies us but empowers us to live a life that reflects God's character.

📝 Key Takeaways:

Grace doesn't just forgive—it empowers.
You weren’t just saved from something, you were saved to something.
Don’t be ruled by sin—you’ve crossed the border into freedom.