Have you ever wondered if there were benefits to wisdom? Pastor Dominic helps answer this question in our sermon series, “The Way of Wisdom,” based on the Old Testament book of Proverbs. This week Pastor Dominic goes through various Proverbs showing the importance having wisdom within parenting.

Pastor Dominic continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 16:1–12. In this message, he examines the spiritual blindness of the Pharisees, Sadducees, and even the disciples, reminding us that seeing Jesus’ works is not the same as believing in Him.

As Jesus warns His followers about the "yeast" of false teaching, we are challenged to guard our hearts against unbelief and distraction, remembering God’s faithfulness and growing in spiritual discernment. True faith is not built on demanding more signs, but on trusting the One who has already revealed Himself.

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Pastor Chris continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 15:21–28. In this message, he explores the remarkable faith of the Canaanite woman who came to Jesus seeking mercy for her daughter.

Despite obstacles, silence, and apparent rejection, she persisted in trusting Christ’s power and compassion. Through her example, we are reminded that genuine faith recognizes who Jesus is, humbly depends on His mercy, and confidently trusts Him to respond according to His perfect wisdom and grace.

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Pastor Dominic continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 15:1–20. In this message, he contrasts human traditions with God’s commands and exposes the danger of outward religion that lacks genuine heart transformation.

As Jesus confronts the Pharisees, we are reminded that true worship is not measured by external rituals but by hearts that are devoted to God. Christ calls us beyond clean hands and religious appearances to the deeper work of a changed heart that honors Him from the inside out.

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Pastor Josh preaches from Joshua 1:1–9, exploring the call to be strong and courageous as one steps into a new chapter of life. In this message, we see how Joshua’s reliance on God’s promise and presence serves as a model for believers, reminding us that while life may not always be easy, we can move forward with confidence knowing that Christ is our only true foundation.

Because of the finished work of Jesus, believers are empowered to live for Him, meditate on His word, and find the courage to love their neighbors well.

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Pastor Dominic preaches from Hebrews 10:1–14, exploring the necessity, willingness, and sufficiency of Christ’s sacrifice. In this message, we see how the repeated sacrifices of the old covenant pointed forward to Jesus—the perfect sacrifice who willingly came to do the Father’s will and accomplished what animal sacrifices never could.

Because of Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice, believers can find lasting forgiveness, true holiness, and complete confidence in the finished work of Jesus.

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Pastor Dominic continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 14:22–36. In this message, he walks through Jesus calming the fears of the disciples during the storm and Peter stepping out onto the water in faith.

Through this powerful account, we are reminded that we are never out of God’s sight, reach, compassion, or peace. Even in the midst of fear and uncertainty, Jesus meets us in the storm, calls us to trust Him, and proves Himself faithful through every trial.

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Pastor Chris continues our sermon series in the Gospel of Matthew, preaching from Matthew 14:13–21. In this message, he explores Jesus feeding the five thousand and highlights how ministry flows from Christ’s compassion, calls us to trust Him as our provider, and invites us to participate in His work.

As the disciples bring their limited resources to Jesus, we are reminded that God often works powerfully through what seems insufficient when it is surrendered to Him in faith.

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