What if lasting spiritual growth isn’t found in trying harder or chasing the latest breakthrough, but in something far more fundamental? Drawing from Romans 12, Pastor Ricky shows how true transformation flows from embracing our gospel identity and living it out in Christian community, as God flips our souls right-side up through His mercy and binds us together as Christ’s body. This message calls us to move beyond surface-level resolutions by opening our tables, our Bibles, and our lives, discovering that real, lasting change comes through these simple, time-tested practices in Christ’s advancing church.

Have you ever felt the weight of life’s anxieties stealing your peace? Teaching through Psalms 4 and 5, Stephen unpacks how David faced his own ‘Sunday scaries’ by establishing intentional morning and evening rhythms that replaced stress and uncertainty with trust in God’s presence. Drawing from both David’s example and his own military experience, Stephen shows that true peace comes not from self-help, but from making God’s Word our guide and prayer our daily compass as we learn to expect God’s presence and find rest in His provision and purpose.

Have you ever wondered what makes Christmas more than just a seasonal moment? Teaching from 2 Samuel 7, Pastor Ricky unpacks God’s covenant with David, revealing how this ancient promise points to Jesus and offers us not a temporary visit, but permanent residence in God’s eternal kingdom. Through Christ’s perfect kingship and sacrifice, we’re given the ‘key of David’—welcomed not as guests, but as adopted children who can live daily in the lasting joy, peace, and belonging of God’s unshakeable throne.

What if the greatest crisis moments of life aren't about finding quick answers, but discovering who we truly turn to? In this message from 1 Samuel 28-31, Pastor Ricky contrasts King Saul, who sought guidance from the dead while surrounded by the living God, with David, who turned to the living God even when surrounded by death. Through this vivid account, we’re reminded that seeking comfort in dead things—materialism, lust, or empty philosophies—leads to emptiness, while Emmanuel, God with us, offers true presence, wisdom, and comfort through His Word, His people, and His gracious care.

Which voice are you listening to—foolishness, pride, or godly wisdom? In 1 Samuel 25, Pastor Ricky unpacks the dramatic encounter between David, Nabal, and Abigail, showing how Nabal’s pride and David’s vengeful reaction reveal how easily foolishness multiplies, while Abigail’s wise intervention models counsel that considers others, exercises self-control, and keeps the Lord’s ways central. This message ultimately points us to Christ as our perfect mediator and the true voice of wisdom who leads us toward life rather than destruction.

Have you ever felt hunted, exhausted, or alone? Sal takes us into the cave of Adullam in 1 Samuel 22-24, where David—cornered and on the run—faces a defining choice between grasping for control or entrusting himself to God’s faithful hands. Through divine provision, direction, and protection, God gathers unlikely allies, preserves a remnant priest, and meets David in his crisis, revealing that He provides exactly what we need when we choose to run toward Him instead of away.

Teaching from 1 Samuel 18-20, Pastor Ricky takes us on a journey through the dangerous path of jealousy and the liberating road to contentment through the contrasting stories of Saul and Jonathan. While Saul's jealousy over David's success poisoned his relationships and led to his downfall, Jonathan's extraordinary contentment with being "second" showcases a transformative truth: embracing God's plan, even when it differs from our ambitions, leads to flourishing. Pastor Ricky urges us to find true contentment not in possessions or positions, but in Jesus Christ, while cultivating trust in God's perfect plan and gratitude for His abundant gifts, both present and eternal.

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the giants in your life? Teaching from 1 Samuel 17, Pastor Ricky unpacks the familiar story of David and Goliath to reveal that our true enemies aren’t what we think—they’re the world, the flesh, and the devil—and shows how Jesus, the greater David, has already defeated them at the cross. While we’re not called to be David, we’re invited to follow his example of holy passion, strategic planning, and complete dependence on God, facing every battle with courage and confidence in Christ’s finished victory.

Through the contrasting stories of Saul and David in 1 Samuel 16, Pastor John invites us to look beyond appearances and consider what God sees in our hearts. In David’s unlikely anointing as king, we witness God’s sovereign plan unfolding—not through impressive qualities, but through a humble heart aligned with His purposes. This message points us to Jesus, the true and better David, who looks past our facades to redeem and transform us from the inside out.

Have you ever felt paralyzed by fear when facing impossible odds? In this biblical account from 1 Samuel 13–15, Pastor Ricky shows how our perspective shapes our actions—we can either fixate on obstacles like Saul, steering ourselves toward disaster, or we can see God’s presence and power like Jonathan, steering toward triumph. But our ultimate hope isn’t in becoming like Jonathan, but in following Jesus, our true hero who descended into death’s valley and rose victorious, knowing that “some trust in chariots and horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.”

In this message from 1 Samuel 12, Pastor Ricky unpacks Samuel’s powerful challenge to a nation caught between God’s way and their own. Like Israel, he shows how our natural inclinations often work against God’s direction, yet surrendering to Him leads to true peace and flourishing. This message invites us to release our grip on “our way” and embrace the path God has lovingly designed for our good through Christ.

In this powerful sermon exploring 1 Samuel 10-11, Pastor Ricky illuminates how Saul's journey from cowardice to courage mirrors our own struggles with fulfilling God's calling. He reveals that God's call isn't just for "special" vocations - it encompasses our roles as Christians, family members, workers, and community members. Just as Saul finally stepped into his calling with God's help, we too can find courage to fulfill our God-given roles, knowing that Christ goes before us as our perfect example, substitute for our failures, and ultimate victor.

In Sal's powerful exposition of Isaiah 55:1-13, he unveils God's extraordinary invitation to feast without cost at His table. Drawing on powerful imagery of spiritual thirst and abundance, this message reveals how God's ways of grace upend our assumptions about earning His favor. Whether you're spiritually hungry or wondering if there's more to life, this sermon illuminates the transformative power of accepting God's invitation.

In this message from 1 Samuel 4-6, Pastor Ricky unpacks how Israel’s attempts to control God through the Ark of the Covenant revealed His true nature—holy, sovereign, and deeply committed to His people. We’re reminded that God can’t be used, ignored, or defeated, yet He still shows mercy to His people through Christ. This message invites us to stop trying to get God on our side and instead join His, finding both reverence and confidence in who He is.

Have you ever experienced the deafening silence of God's voice growing dim in your life? In this stirring message from 1 Samuel 3, Daniel unveils the stark reality of a time when "the word of the Lord was rare" – not because God had stopped speaking, but because His people had stopped listening. Daniel skillfully connects this ancient narrative to our modern struggle to prioritize God's Word amidst life's busyness, offering practical wisdom for all of us to recognize and respond to God's voice.

In this powerful message from 1 Samuel 2, Pastor Ricky explores how the tragic fall of Eli’s house reveals our own vulnerability to spiritual decline. He shows that our greatest danger isn’t dramatic rebellion but subtle shifts in what we value most, causing everything else to slide toward destruction. Yet hope breaks through in Jesus Christ, our perfect High Priest, who extends His hand to catch any who will call upon Him.

Sal unpacks Hannah's prophetic song from 1 Samuel 2:1-10—a divine song that reveals God's pattern of exalting the humble and bringing down the proud. He helps us see that true strength comes not from our own abilities or status, but through complete dependence on our holy God, who consistently displays His power through human weakness. This message shows us how just as Hannah's personal story of barrenness-to-blessing foreshadowed greater reversals to come, our own struggles become platforms for God to demonstrate His glory when we surrender them to Him.

What if the key to transforming your life isn’t found in grand gestures, but in a simple turning of the heart? In this powerful message from 1 Samuel 1, Pastor Ricky shows how even the smallest act of turning to God can change everything. In a world of endless options and quick fixes, he reveals that true transformation begins by surrendering to God as King and aligning our deepest desires with His purposes.

Have you ever wondered what true friendship looks like through God's eyes? Drawing from John 15:12-17, Pastor Chuck unveils how God designed friendship as more than just companionship—it's a divine gift reflecting His own relational nature, bringing diverse people into deep community. Whether you're seeking deeper relationships or wondering how to navigate difficult ones, this urgent call to action offers practical wisdom and challenges us to pursue lasting biblical friendships that honor God.

Will our eulogy reflect mere accomplishments, or will it tell of a life marked by love for Christ and His church? In this message from John 17, Pastor Ricky reveals Jesus’ intimate prayer before the cross—a prayer that unveils Christ’s deepest desires for His followers: that we would know God, grow in genuine community, and live on mission. This inspiring message outlines practical daily rhythms to align our lives with Christ’s priorities, making each day count for what will truly last.