What is the Church really called to be? In this powerful message, Pastor Jeremy unpacks Jesus’ words in Matthew 16:13–20 and reveals how the Church isn’t a building or a place to escape the world. It’s a living, breathing representation of heaven on earth. Through four biblical images, the Colony of Heaven, the Bride of Christ, the Temple of the Holy Spirit, and the Body of Christ, we discover our true mission: to reflect heaven’s culture, love passionately, worship deeply, and serve one anot...
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What is the Church really called to be? In this powerful message, Pastor Jeremy unpacks Jesus’ words in Matthew 16:13–20 and reveals how the Church isn’t a building or a place to escape the world. It’s a living, breathing representation of heaven on earth. Through four biblical images, the Colony of Heaven, the Bride of Christ, the Temple of the Holy Spirit, and the Body of Christ, we discover our true mission: to reflect heaven’s culture, love passionately, worship deeply, and serve one anot...
What is the Church really called to be? In this powerful message, Pastor Jeremy unpacks Jesus’ words in Matthew 16:13–20 and reveals how the Church isn’t a building or a place to escape the world. It’s a living, breathing representation of heaven on earth. Through four biblical images, the Colony of Heaven, the Bride of Christ, the Temple of the Holy Spirit, and the Body of Christ, we discover our true mission: to reflect heaven’s culture, love passionately, worship deeply, and serve one anot...
What if your faith could accelerate God’s timing? Pastor Jeremy unpacks the miracle at the Wedding in Cana, showing how Mary’s faith turned a moment of lack into one of abundance. Through this message, we see that the Bible isn’t just a book of rules—it’s the story of Jesus from beginning to end. Learn how to read Scripture as a living story, discover the layers of meaning hidden within each passage, and see how every story ultimately points to Christ. Key Scriptures: John 1:14 | John 8:32 |...
What if God could take the messiest parts of your story, the trash, and turn them into treasure? Pastor Jeremy reminds us that the Church was never meant to hide from darkness but to shine through it. Jesus builds His Church right at the “gates of hell” and declares that it will not be overcome. When we surrender our brokenness, doubts, and failures to Him, He transforms them into something beautiful for His glory. Key Scriptures: Matthew 16:13–19 | 2 Corinthians 3:1–3 | Matthew 5:38–48...
The Bible isn’t just a rulebook; it’s the story of Jesus from beginning to end. Pastor Jeremy shares how to read Scripture as a story, revealing God’s redemption plan and how every verse points to Jesus. Learn practical ways to engage the Bible: read slowly, understand context, ask the right questions, and see how light and darkness, creation and redemption, all reveal God’s beauty, goodness, and truth. Discover what it means to find Jesus in every page from Genesis to Revelation and how Hi...
What does it take to live with an influence that endures? In this message from Pastor Noah, we’re reminded that true success in God’s Kingdom isn’t about how you start, it’s about how you stay. Anyone can begin strong, but it takes endurance, faith, and God’s power to finish well. Learn how to rely on God’s strength when life presses in, how to keep your purpose when things get hard, and how to fix your eyes on what’s eternal. The same power that raised Jesus lives in you, and that changes ev...
In this episode, we welcome missionary Caleb Hendon, who, along with his wife Brittany and their three children, has been serving in Yurimaguas, Peru, reaching the Unreached People Groups along the Amazon basin. For the past eight years, the Hendons have planted churches, discipled new believers, and led youth and children’s ministry, all while pioneering an incredible movement of orality training that’s transforming how the Gospel is shared among indigenous tribes who can’t read or write. Ca...
In this message, Pastor Jim Hennesy of Trinity Church challenges us to create capacity for greater glory not through striving, but through consecration. Like King David, our love for God should deepen over time, producing generosity, peace, and purpose. When our hearts are fully yielded to Him, His presence transforms our homes, communities, and nations. Pastor Jim reminds us that God’s glory increases where His people choose intimacy over indifference and generosity over self-interest. Just...
How should we read the Bible? Pastor Jeremy reminds us that Scripture isn’t just a book of principles, it’s the story of Jesus from beginning to end. From Abraham to Joseph to the Gospels, every passage points us back to Christ and God’s plan of redemption. Discover practical ways to read the Bible as a story and learn how community, context, and the Spirit help bring the Word to life. Key Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 3:1–3 | Matthew 5:38–48 | Galatians 5:22 | 2 Corinthians 5:21 | Mark 10:18 | ...
Legacy is more than personal success, it’s about living a life that outlives you. Just like in a relay race, winning isn’t only about how fast or strong you run, but how faithfully you pass the baton to the next generation. In the same way, faith must be handed down. What we live out today shapes the story tomorrow. Legacy is built through relationships that invest in others, faithfulness that points people to Jesus, and generosity that impacts the future. Our ways are our witness, and what w...
The same power that raised Christ from the dead lives in you (Ephesians 1:17–23). Too often, we don’t realize what’s inside of us, God has placed His Spirit within us to strengthen, guide, and empower us for every battle we face. Discover how to access, activate, and release God’s power through perception, preparation, practice, and obedience. This isn’t just about knowing Scripture; it’s about living it out and becoming a witness to the world around you. 📖 Key Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 3:1–...
In a world divided by culture, politics, and cancel culture, how do we as followers of Jesus live differently? Pastor Jeremy’s message reminds us that our true identity isn’t found in politics, race, or status; it’s found in Christ alone. Paul calls us to put off the old ways and put on the new: compassion, humility, forgiveness, and love. When we live clothed in Christ, we become peacemakers in a world that desperately needs peace. 📖 Key Scriptures:2 Corinthians 3:1–3 | Matthew 5:38–48 | G...
Can the Bible truly be trusted? Pastor Noah explores the Doctrine of Inspiration, what it means that “all Scripture is God-breathed” (2 Timothy 3:16–17), and why that gives us confidence in God’s Word today. In this message, we cover four key questions: Who wrote the Bible? How is it organized? How did we get it? And how should we read it? 📖 Key Scriptures: 2 Timothy 3:16–17 | 2 Peter 1:21 | Titus 1:2 | Proverbs 30:5 | Psalm 119:160 | John 17:17 | Psalm 119:105 | John 10:35 | Matthew 7:24
Generosity isn’t about what God wants from you; it’s about what He wants for you. In this week’s message from our series, Everyday Influencers, Pastor Jeremy unpacks how giving changes us: ✅ Corrects our perspective on money ✅ Cultivates God’s nature in our hearts ✅ Releases God’s blessing in every area of our lives 📖 Key Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 3:1–3 | Matthew 5:38–48 | Galatians 5:22 | 2 Corinthians 5:21 | Mark 10:18 | Luke 18:19 💬 Response Questions 1️⃣ Where is your treasure, and wha...
Why does the Bible still matter today? In this message, Pastor Noah begins our new Wednesday night series 'Understanding the Bible' by reminding us that God’s Word is alive, active, and essential to every part of our lives. Access has never been greater, but real-life change happens when we engage with Scripture daily. Discover why the Bible is more than just another book, how it filters our lives, nourishes our souls, and equips us to live differently. 📖 Key Scriptures: Hebrews 4:12 | 1 Pe...
Your ways are your witness. In this message, Pastor Noah unpacks The Way of Hospitality, not just Southern hospitality, but Biblical hospitality that stops, serves, and sacrifices for others. From the parable of the Good Samaritan to the radical love of the early church, we see how hospitality is the Gospel made visible. 📖 Key Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 3:2 | Luke 10:27–37 | Romans 12:13 | Hebrews 13:2 | 1 Peter 4:8–9 | Romans 5:6–8 | John 4 | Romans 15:7 | Ephesians 2:12–13, 19 | 1 John 4:19
Patience isn’t weakness; it’s a powerful testimony. In this week’s message, “Let Your Patience Preach,” Pastor Jeremy encourages us to see patience as a vital part of living and sharing the gospel in an impatient world. When we choose patience on the road, in our homes, and with our enemies, we reflect the heart of Christ. The early church changed its culture not through retaliation but through radical patience, love, and endurance. 📖 Key Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 3:1–3 | Matthew 5:38–48 | ...
In this kickoff to our Everyday Influencers series, Pastor Jeremy reminds us that our actions, habits, priorities, and attitudes are speaking louder than words. Inspired by 2 Corinthians 3:1–3, we see that it’s our ways more than our words that witness to the world. From Susanna Wesley's faith-filled example to the growth of the early church, we are called to live in a way that reflects Jesus every day. In our homes, at work, and in all our interactions. 📖 Key Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 3:1–...
How do you operate in the gift of prophecy? In this message, Pastor Jeremy dives into 1 Corinthians 14 to answer one of the most important questions in our Holy Spirit series: How do we walk in prophecy in a way that builds up the Church? You’ll learn what Spirit-inspired speech really is, why it always strengthens, encourages, and comforts, and practical tips for using the gift of prophecy in a fitting and orderly way. 📖 Key Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 14:1–5 | 1 Corinthians 14:40 | 2 Corint...
What does it mean to be the Church in the Modern Era? From the Great Awakenings to the Global Missions Movement, God has been stirring revival, calling us to be salt, light, and a faithful presence in a changing world. In this message, Pastor Jeremy unpacks the four distinctives of the Modern Church: Awakenings & Revivals, Global Missions, Growing Secularism, and Signs of Renewal. 📖 Key Scriptures: Matthew 5:13–16 | Matthew 28:16–20 | Acts 1:6–8 | Acts 2:17–18 | Acts 3:19 | Hosea 10:12 |...
This week, Pastor Jeremy unpacks 1 Corinthians 14:1–5 and challenges us to eagerly desire the gifts of the Spirit. Discover what prophecy really is, why it matters, and how you can operate in it to strengthen, encourage, and comfort those around you. 📖 Key Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 14:1–5 | 1 Corinthians 14:3 | Romans 14:19 | Ephesians 4:29 | Acts 9:31 | Acts 13:15 | Acts 15:31 | Romans 15:13 | Luke 19:10 | 2 Timothy 1:5–7 | Hebrews 10:23–25 | 1 Corinthians 14:40 | 2 Corinthians 13:1 | Matth...
What is the Church really called to be? In this powerful message, Pastor Jeremy unpacks Jesus’ words in Matthew 16:13–20 and reveals how the Church isn’t a building or a place to escape the world. It’s a living, breathing representation of heaven on earth. Through four biblical images, the Colony of Heaven, the Bride of Christ, the Temple of the Holy Spirit, and the Body of Christ, we discover our true mission: to reflect heaven’s culture, love passionately, worship deeply, and serve one anot...
