What do you do when everything feels lost… when what you hoped for doesn’t happen the way you expected?

In this powerful message, Pastor Joel walks us through Jesus’ road to the cross in Matthew 26–27—a moment that left the disciples confused, shaken, and full of uncertainty. The One they believed would bring victory now stood beaten, crucified, and buried.

But what looked like defeat was actually God’s plan unfolding in perfect detail.

This sermon reminds us that even in the “in-between”—the silent, uncertain, waiting seasons—God is still at work. While the disciples wrestled with fear and confusion, Jesus was accomplishing the greatest victory in history.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a “silent Saturday” moment, this message is for you.

Don’t give up.
Don’t walk away.
Don’t bail before the victory.

Because even when you can’t see it… God is working.

Is doubt a sign that something is wrong with your faith… or could it actually be part of the journey?

In this bonus conversation, Pastors Joel, Josh, and Marcus dive into an honest discussion about doubt in the life of a believer. Looking at moments in Scripture—from the father who cried out, “I believe, help my unbelief,” to the story of Thomas—they unpack what it really means to wrestle with faith.

This episode reminds us that doubt isn’t something to hide or be ashamed of—it’s something to bring to God.

If you’ve ever questioned, struggled, or felt uncertain in your walk, you’re not alone. And more importantly, you’re not disqualified.

Faith isn’t the absence of doubt—it’s choosing to bring your doubt to the One who can meet you in it.

There’s something powerful about Easter Sunday—a reminder that no matter how far we’ve gone, hope is still alive.

In this message, Pastor Joel walks us through the sacrifice of Jesus and the victory of the resurrection. What looked like defeat on the cross was actually the greatest act of love the world has ever known. And when the stone was rolled away, everything changed.

But this isn’t just a story to remember—it’s an invitation to respond.

Through the parable of the prodigal son, we see the heart of the Father: not distant or angry, but full of compassion, running toward us even when we feel unworthy. No matter your past, your failures, or how far you feel from God, His grace is greater.

This message is for anyone who’s been searching, anyone who feels lost, and anyone wondering if they can come back.

The answer is yes.
There is still hope.
There is still restoration.
There is still joy.

Because Jesus is alive—and the invitation to come home is still open.

In this powerful message, Pastor Joel explores the betrayal of Jesus through Matthew 26, revealing how God’s divine plan unfolds even through pain, deception, and broken trust. From the religious leaders’ plot to kill Jesus, to Mary’s sacrificial act of worship, to Judas’ fateful decision to betray Him for thirty pieces of silver, we see that nothing takes God by surprise.

This sermon highlights the tension between God’s perfect plan and human failure, reminding us that kingdom life does not operate according to natural expectations. Even knowing Judas would betray Him, Jesus continued to love, serve, and invest—modeling the very teachings He gave: to love your enemies, forgive without limit, and overcome evil with good.

Through Christ’s example, we are challenged to respond to betrayal not with bitterness or withdrawal, but with forgiveness, wisdom, and trust in God’s greater purpose. This message offers both deep biblical insight and practical guidance for navigating betrayal, healing from hurt, and continuing forward without allowing pain to define your identity or future.

Be encouraged: Jesus didn’t just teach the way—He lived it. And through Him, we can too.

As we begin our Hope Rising series leading up to Easter, Pastor Joel takes us back to one of the most powerful moments in Scripture—the Passover. What began as Israel’s deliverance from slavery in Egypt was more than just a historical event; it was a prophetic picture pointing directly to Jesus.

In this message, we explore how every detail of the Passover—from the spotless lamb to the blood on the doorposts, from the unleavened bread to the cup of redemption—finds its fulfillment in Christ. Jesus is revealed as the true Passover Lamb, the One who delivers us from sin, covers us by His blood, and leads us into freedom.

This isn’t just a story to remember—it’s an invitation to respond. Will we recognize our need for a Savior and apply what He’s done to our lives?

Listen in and discover how the cross was never an accident, but a divine plan of redemption from the very beginning.

In the final message of the Upward series, Pastor Joel explores one of the most important questions for every believer: What does it truly mean to be a disciple of Jesus? Drawing from the challenge presented in Not a Fan by Kyle Idleman, this message confronts the difference between simply admiring Jesus and actually following Him.

Through Scripture and practical reflection, we examine the contrast between biblical discipleship and much of modern church culture. While many settle for attendance, information, and comfort, Jesus calls His followers to something deeper—surrender, transformation, sacrificial commitment, authentic community, and a life that multiplies through making disciples.

In a world filled with uncertainty, shifting circumstances, and unanswered questions, where do we anchor our souls?

In The Anchor in the Unknown, Pastor Joel reminds us why we so consistently return to the message of kingdom alignment, obedience, and sanctification. At the heart of it all is not just a call to repentance — it’s a revelation of the King.

In this powerful message from the Upward series, Pastor Joel tackles the internal battle every believer knows but rarely talks about—the civil war within. Why do we long for intimacy with God yet struggle with distraction? Why does our heart desire obedience while our habits fall short?

Drawing from Romans 7:15–25, Pastor Joel unpacks Paul’s honest confession of the tension between the willing spirit and the resistant flesh. This inner conflict isn’t proof of failure—it’s evidence of growth. The friction you feel is not a sign to quit, but a sign you are in process.

Through biblical insight and practical application, this sermon explores how to stop fighting for victory and start living from victory through Christ. Learn how to identify the specific struggles that hinder your time in the Word, shift from head knowledge to heart transformation, build spiritual habits that last, and pursue growth in community rather than isolation.