What does it mean to truly embody "good news" in a world hungry for authentic connection? Through an engaging dialogue, Pastor James and Pastor Dina explore how the opening words of Mark's Gospel challenge us to move beyond surface-level welcomes to genuine Christian hospitality. Drawing from touching examples—from a father teaching his son grace at swim meets to missionaries demonstrating radical forgiveness—they reveal how being "good news" means noticing those on the margins, opening our homes, and entering into others' messy realities with Christ-like love. This timely message invites us to examine how we can make Jesus' transformative love tangible to those around us. Join us to discover practical ways to share hope in an isolated world. Sermon 1-25-26

What if God's love wasn't something you had to earn? In a world obsessed with achievement, Pastor James reveals a profound truth from Jesus' baptism—God declares His love before any accomplishment. Through vivid storytelling and heartfelt reflection on Mark 1:9-13, we discover how grace defies our "perform-then-approve" culture. From ancient Creation to modern baptisms, Pastor James shows how God delights in us simply because we are His. Ready to shed the weight of shame and embrace your identity as God's beloved? Don't miss this transformative message about grace that begins, sustains, and carries us home. Sermon 1-18-26

Have you ever felt the awkward disconnect of thinking you know someone, only to realize you don't really know them at all? Pastor Dena invites us into a transformative journey through Mark's Gospel to meet Jesus anew—beyond cultural assumptions and comfortable stereotypes. Through John the Baptist's urgent wilderness call, we're challenged to examine our hearts, repent, and discover Jesus as he truly is, not as we've imagined him to be. This powerful message unpacks how authentic faith requires stepping away from our preconceptions and into the wilderness of genuine discipleship. Don't miss this first installment in our series that promises to reshape your understanding of Jesus and deepen your walk with him. Sermon 1-11-26