Mission Grove is a nondenominational Christian church located in Phoenix, Arizona. We exist to help every man, woman, and child experience Jesus.
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How can I make a lasting impact on someone’s faith while juggling work and family? That’s what we’re exploring today: what it means to be a disciple who makes disciples. You’ll discover how healthy disciples multiply their faith, the difference between equipping and empowering others, and how the Holy Spirit gives you what you need to take the next step. Whether you’re mentoring a friend, investing in your kids’ faith, or growing in your own walk with Jesus, it starts with one name, one prayer, and one next step.
What if spiritual growth isn’t just about becoming a better Christian—but becoming someone God can use to bless others? This Sunday, Pastor Jon continues our Transformed: Becoming More Like Jesus series with a look at how healthy disciples grow, serve, and produce fruit that benefits others. God has uniquely gifted every believer—not simply to receive ministry, but to participate in it. Discover how your gifts can help you grow in Christlikeness, strengthen your convictions, and build up the people around you.
Jesus never called us to have a shallow faith. He calls us to be deeply rooted in Him. This Sunday we'll discover why spiritual roots matter, what a true disciple looks like, and four practical habits that help us grow strong in our walk with Christ.
Today we're kicking off a brand-new four-week series called Transformed: Becoming More Like Jesus. We'll open up Mark 4 and look at Jesus' Parable of the Sower to discover how the condition of our hearts determines whether God's Word grows in us or gets crowded out. Along the way, we'll be reminded that the Gospel is where every transformed life begins.
Ever told yourself, "I'm not going to do that again"... and then did it anyway? If you've ever felt frustrated by your own lack of self-control, you're in good company. In this final message of our Bear Fruit series, we're exploring what the Bible says about the last fruit of the Spirit—Self-Control. The good news is that God isn't asking you to rely on sheer willpower. He's inviting you to let His Spirit produce something in you that changes the way you live from the inside out.
What does true gentleness actually look like? In a culture that often mistakes gentleness for weakness, the Bible paints a completely different picture. This week, Pastor Chad Moore continues our Bear Fruit series by showing us how Spirit-filled gentleness is a mark of every follower of Jesus—shaping the way we treat others, respond to difficult people, and receive God's Word. Join us as we discover how following the gentle heart of Jesus can transform our relationships, our witness, and our daily lives.
What does it really mean to be faithful? This week in our Bear Fruit series, we're looking at Faithfulness—the seventh fruit of the Spirit—and how God develops steadfast, dependable faith in the lives of His people. Today, Jim Kragel, brings this week's message. His wisdom, life experience, and love for God's Word make this a message you won't want to miss.
In a world that celebrates success, achievement, and appearances, what does genuine goodness actually look like? This week, Pastor Dan King explores the Fruit of the Spirit called Goodness and shows how God develops a character that goes far beyond simply being nice. Discover how the Holy Spirit transforms our hearts so we can make a lasting difference in our homes, workplaces, and communities. Join us and learn what it means to bear the fruit of true goodness.
What does it look like to reflect the kindness of Jesus in our everyday relationships? As part of our Bear Fruit series, Pastor Dave Reno explores the Fruit of the Spirit known as kindness—not merely as a random act, but as a Spirit-produced character that reveals God's heart to others. Discover how biblical kindness can transform the way you respond to family, friends, coworkers, and even difficult people. Join us for this encouraging message and see how God can grow the fruit of kindness in your life—watch now.
Why does it seem like God is taking longer than you expected to answer, provide, or move? In this message, Pastor Jon explores how biblical patience is more than simply waiting—it's trusting that God is at work even when you can't see it. If you've ever felt frustrated by delays, difficult people, or unanswered prayers, you'll find encouragement and practical wisdom from Scripture. Discover how remembering God's faithfulness in the past can help you trust Him with the present and the future. Watch now and be reminded that patience is active trust in a God who is always working.
The peace God offers is far more than the absence of conflict—it is a deep confidence and calm that comes from His presence. In a world filled with uncertainty, stress, and constant demands, the Holy Spirit produces a peace that circumstances cannot take away. Today, we'll discover how God's Spirit grows this kind of peace in our lives and how we can experience it every day. Galatians 5:22–23
Many people spend their lives chasing happiness, only to find that circumstances can take it away in a moment. But the joy that comes from God's Spirit is different—it isn't based on what's happening around us but on who is with us. In this message, we'll discover the source of true joy and learn how God enables us to find strength, hope, and contentment in every season. Join us as we explore the fruit of joy and uncover a deeper gladness that remains steady no matter what life brings.
Love is the first fruit of the Spirit because it is the foundation from which all the other fruit grows. Yet the kind of love God calls us to is far greater than a feeling or emotion—it's a reflection of His character at work within us. In this message, we'll discover how the Holy Spirit empowers us to love God, love others, and even love those who are hard to love. Join us as we explore the fruit of love and learn how God's love can transform our relationships, our attitudes, and our lives.
How do you stay spiritually grounded in a world that constantly pulls you toward distraction, discouragement, and apathy? This week in Walking with Jesus, we turn to Ephesians 6:10–20 to explore Paul’s answer: the Christian life isn’t passive—it’s a battle that requires strength, awareness, and intentional preparation. Paul urges believers to stand firm and to put on the full armor of God so they can resist lies, temptation, and spiritual drift.
Do you ever feel like your work doesn’t really matter? In Ephesians 6:5–9, we’ll discover that your work is more than a paycheck or a schedule. Your work has an earthly assignment, but a heavenly calling. Whether you lead a company, work behind the scenes, stay at home with kids, or show up to school every day, God can use your everyday faithfulness to make an eternal impact.
What does a healthy home actually look like? This Sunday, Pastor Jon walks through Ephesians 6:1–4 and shows us that healthy homes don’t happen by accident—they’re cultivated on purpose. Like a garden, your home needs attention, intention, and care. In this message, you’ll discover how children and parents both play a role in building something that lasts—and how God designed your family to be a place where faith grows and lives are shaped.
What do you do when your marriage isn’t what you thought it would be? When expectations don’t match reality… when it feels one-sided… when you’re trying, but they’re not? This Sunday at Mission Grove Church, Pastor Jon is talking about Love That Lasts—and it might not be what you expect. Because the Bible teaches that marriage isn’t just about happiness… it’s about holiness. It’s about becoming more like Jesus, even when it’s hard. We’ll look at Ephesians 5 and discover how real, lasting love is built—not on a perfect relationship—but on a faithful walk with Him.
What’s actually shaping your decisions—your priorities, your pace, your life? In Ephesians 5:15–16, we’re told, “Look carefully then how you walk… making the best use of the time.” But if we’re honest, most of us don’t feel wise—we feel rushed, distracted, and stretched thin. This Sunday, Pastor Jon challenges the idea that we’ve run out of time and instead asks if we’ve lost focus. Scripture goes on to say, “Do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is” (v.17)—so what does that actually look like in real life? And if “what fills you forms you,” then what are you being filled
What do you do with the parts of your life you’d rather keep hidden? In Step into the Light, Pastor Jon unpacks Ephesians 5:8–14 and the tension between darkness and living in the light. Along the way, we’ll see how passages like John 1:5 and Psalm 119:105 point to a better way forward—one marked by honesty, clarity, and healing. Because what stays hidden doesn’t get healed—and what’s brought into the light can finally change. This message walks through how light reveals what’s true, begins to restore what’s broken, and reshapes how we live. If you’ve ever felt stuck between who you are and wh
Discover what real love actually looks like—not as a feeling you follow, but a pattern you practice. In this message from our Walking with Jesus series through Ephesians 5-6, pastor Jon Kragel explores Ephesians 5:1–7 and uncovers how the gospel transforms the way we live, love, and lead. Set against the backdrop of Ephesus—a wealthy, influential, and spiritually confused city—this passage challenges us to walk in sacrificial love, turn away from distorted desires, and stand firm in truth. If you’ve ever wondered how to live out your faith in a culture that often redefines love, this message w
It’s possible to be one step away from a breakthrough and still miss it. In Luke 24, two disciples walk away from Jerusalem—confused, disappointed, and unsure of what God is doing—while Jesus Himself walks right beside them, unseen. Their story reveals a powerful truth: one of the greatest dangers in life isn’t that God is far from you, but that He’s near—and you don’t recognize Him. This Easter message shows that Jesus meets you where you are, changes how you see through His truth, and restores your relationship with God—because when Jesus shows up, eyes open, hearts burn, and lives move in a
In this message, Pastor Jon walks through one of the most detailed and often overlooked sections of the Bible—the tabernacle—and shows how it answers that exact question. What once required layers of sacrifice, separation, and ritual has now been completely fulfilled in Jesus. Step by step, every element points to a God who didn’t stay distant but made a way to come near. This isn’t abstract theology—it’s deeply practical for anyone who’s ever wondered where they stand with God.
What do you do when God feels silent—and life doesn’t slow down enough to wait? When the pressure builds and answers don’t come, it’s easy to reach for something else that feels more immediate, more controllable, more certain. But those substitutes often leave us more disconnected than before. This Sunday at Mission Grove Church, Pastor Jon walks through Exodus 32–33 and shows why we’re tempted to replace God… and how to find our way back to His presence.
Some people see the Ten Commandments as outdated restrictions, while others treat them like a checklist to earn God’s approval. But what if they were never meant to do either of those things? In this message, Pastor Jon explores how the commandments function more like a mirror—revealing what’s really going on inside us and pointing us toward the life God designed. Join us as we discover how these ancient words in Exodus 20 still shape the way we live today.
If God is real and good, why do so many seasons of life feel like a wilderness? In this message, Dan King walks through Exodus 16–17 to show that the wilderness isn’t where faith dies—it’s often where it’s trained. Through the story of manna, water from the rock, and Israel’s struggles to trust, you’ll see how hunger, uncertainty, and even frustration can become opportunities to experience God’s provision and presence in ways you might otherwise miss. If you’ve ever wondered whether God is still at work in the dry seasons of life, this conversation will give you a new way to see the wilderness
