Faith is not static belief but a lived journey of discipleship, and the church is the place where that journey is practiced together. This sermon will explore how Jesus calls people into a way of life, not just ideas, a lifelong journey of becoming more like him. The passage naturally unfolds into: Encounter (Who do you say that I am?), Formation (daily following), Mission (losing life to find it). We are encouraged to continue on that journey, together. Audio from Megan's sermon on January 4, 2026.

Reflections on the gifts of the Magi. Audio from Tyson's sermon on December 28, 2025.

The greatest gift is not something God gives, but His presence with us. King Ahaz doubted God’s help and sought his own solutions, but God promised a sign of love: His presence. Advent reminds us that love draws near, especially in fear and failure. Audio from Tyson's sermon on December 21, 2025.

The gift is a King whose rule brings lasting joy. True joy is found not in comfort or ease but in trusting the good reign of Christ. Even when the world feels chaotic, His kingdom is already breaking in. Audio from Megan's sermon on December 14, 2025.

God’s greatest gifts often arrive in small, surprising ways. The people expected power from Jerusalem, but God’s peace began in obscurity. Advent teaches us to look for God’s peace not in control or success but in humility and trust. Audio from Tyson's sermon on December 7, 2025.

The gift God’s people longed for was a person — the Servant who would make things right with gentleness and power. Israel longed for political rescue, but God’s promised gift was deeper — the restoration of hearts, nations, and creation through His Servant. Advent invites us to hope in the One who quietly restores what is broken. Audio from Megan's sermon on November 30, 2025.

Peter closes his letter by turning to the leaders of the church. True shepherds are called not to domineer or seek status, but to serve with humility, following the pattern of Christ, the Chief Shepherd. Leadership in the kingdom is not about power but about faithful, sacrificial care for God’s people. Audio from Beau Smith's guest sermon on November 23, 2025.

Suffering is a part of life. In scripture we are told “In this life you will suffer” (John 16:33). Peter does not minimize the reality of suffering—in fact, he calls believers to expect it. But suffering is not meaningless. When we share in Christ’s sufferings, we also share in His glory. Far from being a mark of God’s absence, trials become opportunities for God’s Spirit to rest on us and for our lives to bear witness to Christ. This passage challenges us to see suffering not only as inevitable, but as formative. In our trials, we are shaped more into the likeness of Jesus. And when we endure with faith and joy, the watching world catches a glimpse of the hope and strength that can only come from Him. Our suffering, then, becomes part of our testimony: we belong to the crucified and risen Christ. Audio from Tyson's sermon on November 16, 2025.