As we close out the year and look ahead to what’s next, many of us feel the desire for fresh momentum—but aren’t sure where to start. In this message, Minister Jed Logue explores how intentional, Spirit-led growth can ignite lasting change in every area of life.
Using the memorable SPARK framework, this message invites you to evaluate five key areas of health—Spiritual, People, Activity, Resources, and Knowledge—and take one meaningful step toward becoming the healthiest version of who God created you to be. Drawing from Jesus’ teachings in the Sermon on the Mount, practical life experience, and biblical wisdom, this message offers a clear and realistic pathway for personal renewal.
Whether you’re feeling spiritually dry, relationally disconnected, physically depleted, financially stuck, or unsure of your next step, this message will help you identify where God may be inviting you to grow—and how small, intentional choices can build powerful momentum over time.
If you’re longing for clarity, direction, discipline, or a renewed sense of purpose, this message will challenge and encourage you to ignite your SPARK and move forward with intention in the year ahead.
Christmas is filled with traditions, memories, and music—but at the heart of it all is one staggering truth: God came near. Christmas Eve isn’t just about celebrating a baby in a manger; it’s about the infinite Creator stepping into human history to be with us, to reach us, and to transform us.
In this Christmas Eve message, Minister Mark Ashton explores the profound meaning of the incarnation—why God chose to come close, what that means for our brokenness, and how the nearness of Jesus changes everything. Through Scripture, story, and reflection, we’re reminded that Christmas is not just about receiving blessings, but about receiving—and responding to—the greatest gift of all.
If you’re longing for hope, peace, freedom from guilt, or a reminder that your life matters deeply to God, this message invites you to rediscover the wonder of Christmas and the truth that God didn’t stay distant—he came near.
What does it mean to truly be blessed by God? In a world that equates blessing with wealth, influence, or success, the Christmas story tells a very different story—one rooted in obedience, trust, and surrender.
In this message, Minister Mark Ashton explores the lives of Mary and Joseph through Luke 1 and Matthew 1, revealing how two ordinary, overlooked people became central to God’s redemptive plan by simply taking God at his word. Their story reminds us that God often works through unlikely people, unseen moments, and faithful next steps—especially when the future feels uncertain.
Whether you’re facing a difficult decision, wrestling with obedience, or longing to trust God more deeply this Christmas season, this message invites you to ask a simple but challenging question: What is God asking me to say yes to—right now?
📖 Scriptures: Luke 1:26–38, Matthew 1:18–25
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Christmas is filled with familiar traditions—songs, decorations, and images of angels—but what if we’ve missed the heart of their message? In this message, Minister Alex Ehly explores the four angel encounters of Christmas and reveals how their repeated words, “do not be afraid,” still speak directly to our fear, uncertainty, and exhaustion today.
Walking through the stories of Zechariah, Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds, this message reminds us that angels were never meant to be admired—their role was to deliver good news to tired believers, ordinary people, disrupted plans, and the forgotten. When fear rises and control feels out of reach, Christmas doesn’t call us to perform better or fix ourselves. It invites us to rest, because God is already at work. This message offers hope for anyone wrestling with anxiety, doubt, disappointment, or the feeling that their faith has grown weary.
The Christmas story begins in an unexpected place—with a group of exhausted, overlooked shepherds who became the first witnesses of Jesus’ birth. In this message, Minister Mark Ashton explores why God chose shepherds, how their story fulfills ancient prophecy, and what their response teaches us about courage, calling, and sharing the good news today.
Walk through Luke 2 as we rediscover the world of first-century shepherding, the shock of the angels’ announcement, and the humility of a Messiah born in a manger in Bethlehem—the birthplace of David and the home of sacrificial lambs. This message unpacks how Jesus, the true lamb of God, enters our ordinary spaces and invites every person, no matter their background, to “be the shepherds” who carry his light into the world.
If you’ve ever felt unqualified, unseen, or unsure how to share your faith, this teaching offers practical encouragement, biblical insight, and a renewed sense of purpose.
In this message, Minister Mark Ashton explores the powerful story of the Star of Bethlehem in Matthew 2:1–12, showing how God uses light, signs, and Scripture to guide people toward Jesus. This Christmas season, Mark unpacks why the star appeared, what the Magi understood, how Herod resisted God’s revelation, and how the same God still speaks to us today in ways we can understand.
This sermon launches our Christmas series “Lights of Christmas: Witness the Wonder”—a journey through the characters, signs, and moments that prepared the world for the arrival of Jesus. Together we look at how God leads step by step, how He uses creation, circumstances, people, His Word, and His Spirit to draw us near, and how the star points us to the true Light of the World.
If you’re longing for direction, clarity, peace, or renewed faith, this message will help you open your heart, look up, and follow God’s leading just like the Magi. Whether you’re exploring faith or growing deeper as a disciple, this teaching invites you to pause, pray, and ask: How is God speaking to you today?
This Sunday, Minister Mark Ashton responds in real time to the questions our church family texted in—bringing biblical wisdom to the everyday issues we face. From culture and faith to Scripture and life’s toughest moments, this Q&A Sunday offers practical, gospel-centered clarity for anyone wrestling with what it means to follow Jesus in a complex world.
Whether you’re seeking direction, feeling confused by cultural tension, or longing for trustworthy biblical insight, this message will help you take your next step with confidence and hope.
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What does it look like to receive God’s healing—and then extend that healing to others?
In this message, Dr. Ron Walborn explores Matthew 8:1–4, revealing how Jesus meets hurting people with compassion, power, and a deep desire to restore what is broken. Through the story of the leper, Dr. Walborn teaches practical, faith-building steps for approaching Jesus for healing and practical instruction for ministering healing to others.
Whether you're longing for physical, emotional, or spiritual healing, or you feel called to pray for the broken and wounded, this message will help you discern how Jesus still moves with authority and compassion today.
Key themes include:• How faith, humility, worship, and obedience open us to God’s healing
• How Jesus responds with compassion, desire, power, and kingdom priorities
• Why Christians should expect God to move—not shrink back from healing
• How to minister like Jesus with love, courage, and biblical grounding
If you’re searching for hope, longing for renewal, or wanting to grow in healing ministry, this message will help anchor your faith in Jesus’ power to make us whole.
In this message, Ministers Mark Ashton & Mary Claire Tarcza walk through the final chapter of our Long Story Short series—exploring the return from exile through Zerubbabel, Esther, Ezra, and Nehemiah, and pointing us toward the ultimate hope found in Jesus. This fast-paced overview traces 100 years of Israel’s restoration: rebuilding the temple, standing with courage “for such a time as this,” returning to God’s Word, and rebuilding a broken city and a broken people.
If you’ve ever felt discouraged, distracted, disappointed, or unsure of where you fit in God’s story, this message will anchor you in a bigger reality—God restores, God rebuilds, and God never stops working in the rubble of our lives. Discover how the themes of Mission over Mediocrity, Sacrifice over Silence, Devotion over Distraction, and Calling over Cushy shape a resilient faith that stands firm, even in seasons of ruin and rebuilding.
Whether you’re exploring Scripture for the first time or longing for a deeper spiritual foundation, this teaching will help you see the Old Testament with fresh clarity and point you to the only King who never fails—Jesus, the Cornerstone of every true restoration.
In this message, Minister Mark Ashton teaches what it means to live as exiles—people called by God to thrive in a world that isn’t their home. From the Babylonian captivity to modern culture, this sermon unpacks how to live faithfully in the midst of pressure, isolation, and moral decline. Drawing from Daniel’s courage, Jeremiah’s wisdom, and God’s promises in Jeremiah 29, Mark challenges us to build, plant, and seek the peace of the city—even when life feels far from where we hoped to be. Discover how God uses exile to refine His people, restore hope, and remind us that our true citizenship is in heaven.
In this message, Minister Jed Logue explores the dramatic rise and fall of Israel’s divided kingdom—tracing the story from 1 Kings 12 through 2 Kings and 2 Chronicles, alongside the voices of the Old Testament prophets. What began as the height of Israel’s power under Solomon soon became a cautionary tale of idolatry, pride, and spiritual decline.
Through vivid storytelling, Jed unpacks how power struggles, false worship, and divided hearts led God’s people to exile—and what their story reveals about our own hearts today. Discover how to avoid spiritual drift, recognize modern idols, and reorient your walk with God before pride and distraction lead you astray.
Whether you’re navigating burnout, conflict, or a desire for deeper faith, this message reminds us that true strength is found in surrender, not control.
In this message, Minister Mark Ashton explores the rise and fall of Israel’s first kings—Saul, David, and Solomon—and how each story points to our ultimate need for a perfect King: Jesus. From Samuel’s courage to speak truth, to Saul’s disobedience, to David’s heart for God, and Solomon’s pursuit of wisdom, this era—known as the United Kingdom—reveals both the beauty and the brokenness of human leadership.
Through these stories, Minister Mark reminds us that power can corrupt, partial obedience still misses the mark, and only Jesus, the King who never fails, brings lasting peace, forgiveness, and life.
Join us as we look at how:
And discover how all of these kings point to Jesus—the King who will never fail, never forget, and never stop forgiving.
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In this message, Craig Walter explores the book of Judges—a story that mirrors the cycle we all know too well. Over and over again, the people of Israel are rescued by God, only to relax in comfort, rebel in sin, and eventually repent when life falls apart. Yet through every turn of that cycle, God’s mercy meets them right where they are.
This message challenges us to recognize that same pattern in our own lives. We forget, fall, and cry out—and still, God comes back for us. Discover how His faithfulness remains constant, even when we repeat the same mistakes.
If you’ve ever wondered how to break free from spiritual apathy, rekindle your faith, or find hope after failure, this message will remind you that God’s mercy is bigger than your rebellion.
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In this message, Minister Mark Ashton explores the story of Joshua—God’s appointed leader who stepped into the Promised Land with courage and faith. Through Joshua’s journey, we’re reminded that courage isn’t the absence of fear—it’s trusting God enough to move forward while afraid. Just like Joshua, each of us is called to take new territory for God’s kingdom in our homes, workplaces, and communities. Discover how obedience, faith, and trust in God’s promises lead to victory—and how your inheritance isn’t a trophy to keep but a trust to steward for the next generation.
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In this message, Minister Mark Ashton unpacks the themes of Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy through four memorable words: Priests, Pilgrimage, Precepts, and Provision. These books reveal how God draws near to His people, provides atonement for sin, guides them through the wilderness, and resets their hearts for obedience.
From the sacrifices of Leviticus to the wandering journey of Numbers, to the renewed call of Deuteronomy, God shows His people how to live holy lives, trust His daily provision, and love Him with all their heart, soul, and strength.
If you’re in a “land between” season—waiting, longing, or unsure of what’s next—this message will encourage you to see God’s provision in the desert and His power to reset your life for what’s ahead.
In this message, Minister Mark Ashton explores the book of Exodus through four powerful themes: I Am, the Lamb, the Ten, and the Tent. From Moses’ encounter with God at the burning bush, to the blood of the Passover lamb, to the Ten Commandments at Mount Sinai, and finally the Tabernacle where God’s presence dwelt among His people—every moment points us to Jesus. Discover how God delivers His people from slavery, reveals His holy standard, and dwells with them through His presence. This message will help you see the Old Testament with fresh eyes and understand how it connects to the life and mission of Jesus today.
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In this message, Minister Mark Ashton explores the lives of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph in Genesis 12–50. These four patriarchs reveal God’s faithfulness to His promises despite human weakness, dysfunction, and failure. From Abraham’s faith to Isaac’s near-sacrifice, Jacob’s wrestling with God, and Joseph’s forgiveness of his brothers, we see how God’s plan unfolds through ordinary people. Discover how their stories speak into your own life—whether you feel overlooked, wounded, or betrayed, God is still at work turning brokenness into blessing.
In this message, Minister Mark Ashton explores Genesis 1–11, walking through four defining words of the Bible’s opening chapters: Creation, Corruption, Catastrophe, and Confusion. These foundational stories answer life’s biggest questions: Where did everything come from? Why is the world so broken? And what hope do we have in the middle of it all?
From the beauty of creation and humanity made in God’s image, to the tragedy of sin, the devastation of the flood, and the scattering at Babel, Genesis shows both the depth of humanity’s failure and the greater power of God’s grace. This message invites you to see the big picture of Scripture—how God’s story from the very beginning points us to His plan of redemption through Jesus.
If you’ve ever wondered about your purpose, struggled with the brokenness of the world, or longed to understand how the Bible fits together, this series will help you memorize, internalize, and live out God’s story.
In this message, Minister Alex Ehly teaches from 3 John, the shortest book in the New Testament, uncovering the powerful themes of faithfulness and hospitality. While modern communication is instant and disposable, John’s letter to Gaius reminds us that the gospel spreads through steady, faithful lives and open doors.
Discover why faithfulness matters more than flash, how hospitality is a holy act of discipleship, and why God calls us to live as a steady flame rather than a fading firework. This message will encourage you to live a life of deep integrity, radical welcome, and lasting faith.
Whether you struggle with comparison, pride, or the temptation to keep life closed off, 3 John invites us to live differently—faithful over flashy, hospitable over self-focused, steady over short-lived.
In this message, Minister Mark Ashton unpacks the short but urgent letter of 2 John, reminding us that truth isn’t trendy, it’s timeless. John calls believers to live in truth and love while guarding against deception and false teaching. Discover why truth and love cannot be separated, how to discern false teachers, and why authentic, face-to-face community is the only way to find complete joy.
John’s letter is like a voicemail from a spiritual father—fierce love, practical warnings, and timeless encouragement. As we walk through this passage, we’ll see how to hold fast to the essentials of faith, reject deception, and pursue real relationships that lead to lasting joy.
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