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You can't walk worthy of your calling with one foot in your old life and one in your new. In this message from Ephesians 4:17-32, we unpack five practical swaps for putting off the old self and putting on the new: truth over lies, righteous anger over bitterness, honest work over stealing, words that build up over words that tear down, and forgiveness over grudges. Christ already made you alive; it's time to take off the grave clothes.
After three chapters describing the wealth God has poured out on us in Christ, Paul turns to how we should live in light of it. In this message from Ephesians 4:1-16, we explore four essentials for walking together in unity: the grace that calls us to humility and patience, the grounds of our oneness in Christ, the gifts Christ has given His church to equip every believer for ministry, and the growth that happens as we speak the truth in love. Discover why unity isn't something we create, but something we're called to guard — and how every believer has a vital part to play in building up the b
This week 7 message in the "Walking Worthy" series unpacks Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:16–21, showing that a worthy walk isn't fueled by willpower but by God's power. We explore three movements of Paul's prayer: being strengthened in the inner being by the Spirit, becoming rooted and grounded in Christ's immeasurable love, and being filled with the fullness of God—all leading to Paul's doxology celebrating a God who does far more than we can ask or imagine.
This message explores Epistle to the Ephesians 3:1–13, where Paul reveals the “mystery” that had been hidden for generations: through Christ, Jews and Gentiles are united as one family of God. Though imprisoned for preaching this truth, Paul viewed himself as a prisoner of Christ, not Rome, because he knew God's purpose was greater than his circumstances. Discover how the gospel tears down every barrier, calls us to faithful stewardship, and displays God's wisdom through the unity of His church.
In Ephesians 2:11–22, Paul reveals God's remarkable peace plan for a divided world. This message explores how Jesus reconciles us to God and to one another through His sacrifice on the cross. Discover how Christ tears down the walls that separate us, transforms hostility into peace, and unites believers into one family and one spiritual temple. Whether you've felt far from God or struggled with division, this sermon offers the hope of reconciliation and the challenge to become an ambassador of Christ's peace.
The gospel is never more beautiful than when we understand what God rescued us from. In Ephesians 2:1–10, Paul takes us from the depths of our spiritual condition to the heights of God's amazing grace. We were not merely struggling—we were spiritually dead, separated from God, unable to save ourselves. But then come two of the most hope-filled words in all of Scripture: "But God." In this message, we'll explore the four movements of the gospel: Sin's work against us, God's work for us, God's work in us, and God's work through us. Discover why salvation is entirely by grace, how Christ brings t
In Ephesians 1:15–23, the Apostle Paul isn't praying that believers would receive something new — he's praying their eyes would open to see what's already theirs. In this message, we walk through three spiritual realities Paul longs for every believer to see clearly: the hope of our calling, the riches of our inheritance, and the incomparable power available to us in Christ. If you've ever felt like you're operating on autopilot, unaware of the identity, worth, and power God has already given you, this message is an invitation to open your eyes and see it for yourself.
Most of us live far below our privileges. We know we're saved, but we don't always live like we know what we've been given. In this week's message, we examine Paul's sweeping, breathless sentence of praise in Ephesians 1:3-14, and unpack the staggering spiritual wealth that belongs to every believer in Christ.
A message by Pastor Michael Woods
In Week 1 of Walking Worthy, we go back to the beginning—before Paul ever called believers to “walk worthy”—to see how the gospel first transformed the city of Ephesus. In a culture filled with idolatry, spiritual confusion, and competing loyalties, God brought real change through truth, the Holy Spirit, and radical grace. This message reminds us that the Christian life isn’t about trying harder, but being transformed from the inside out. The same power that changed Ephesus is still at work today—ready to change us.
Guest Speaker, Ryan Young, shares a powerful message on what it means to be Redeemed. He powerfully reminds us that Christ paid to redeem us from sin, redeem our bodies from sickness, our redeem our minds from the oppresive attacks of the enemy.
Celebrate the powerful conclusion of our B.L.E.S.S. series as we explore what it means to share your story and live as a witness for Jesus. On Pentecost, ordinary people changed the world simply by telling what God had done in their lives—and you can too. This message unpacks a simple, practical framework for sharing your faith: your life before Jesus, how you met Him, and how He’s changed you. You don’t need perfect words or all the answers—just a willingness to be real. Discover how your story can become a powerful way to bring hope, spark faith, and make an eternal impact in the lives of ot
What does it really mean to serve your neighbor? In Week 5 of our B.L.E.S.S. series, we explore the final letter of our series: S — Serve with Compassion. Drawing from the parable of the Good Samaritan and Jesus' stunning act of washing His disciples' feet, we uncover two simple but powerful actions that separate those who truly love their neighbors from those who simply pass by on the other side of the road. Get ready to be challenged, encouraged, and equipped to stop, drop, and serve the people God has already placed in your path.
What if one of the most powerful things you could do for the people around you is simply invite them to your table? In Week 4 of our B.L.E.S.S. series, we explore one of the most surprising — and most overlooked — ways Jesus carried out His mission: He ate with people. In this message, we look at the story of Zacchaeus and discover that the moment Jesus chose to share a meal with him was the moment everything changed. Together, we discover how sharing a meal with the people around you can embody grace and enact mission — one table at a time.
In Week 3 of our B.L.E.S.S. series, we look at one of the most remarkable conversations in all of Scripture: Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. From this encounter, we unpack five powerful truths about what it looks like to listen like Jesus: how listening begins with being intentionally present, how it breaks down barriers that arguments only reinforce, how it discerns the deeper needs beneath the surface conversation, how it creates space for truth to land, and how it leads to transformation — not just in one life, but in a whole community.
What if the most powerful thing you could do for the people around you isn't something you say or do — but something you pray? In Week 2 of our B.L.E.S.S. series, we dig into the practice that makes everything else possible: beginning with prayer. Just like a building that looks solid on the surface can be quietly failing at its foundation, our efforts to love our neighbors and share our faith can crumble when they aren't rooted in prayer. Drawing from the prayer life of Jesus, the urgency of the Apostle Paul, and real stories of God showing up in unexpected moments, this message reveals three
Many followers of Jesus want to share their faith but feel unsure, awkward, or overwhelmed by how to begin. In this first message, we explore a better way—one rooted in the everyday, relational approach Jesus modeled. Drawing from Scripture and the B.L.E.S.S. framework, this sermon invites us to see evangelism not as a program or pressure, but as a way of life. Discover how ordinary, intentional habits can help you love your neighbors well and participate in God’s mission right where you already are.
This Easter message brings the question “Who is this Man?” into sharp focus by revealing Jesus as the One who still moves stones. Looking at the resurrection through the lens of Mark 16, we’re reminded that the greatest obstacles we face, discouragement, disappointment, and doubt, are not too heavy for Him. Through His scars, His invitation to the table, and His truth, Jesus meets us personally and powerfully, proving He is not only alive, but still transforming lives today.
On Palm Sunday, what looked like a simple parade was actually filled with powerful, hidden meaning. In this message, we uncover six “Easter eggs” Jesus placed in His triumphal entry—each one revealing His true identity as the Promised, Peaceful, Sovereign, Victorious, and Saving King. Once you see these clues, you’ll never look at this moment—or Jesus—the same way again.
In week 3 of Who Is This Man?, we explore the conflicting reactions to Jesus in Gospel of Mark 3. His family says He’s out of His mind, while religious leaders accuse Him of being evil. But through His teaching and power, Jesus reveals a greater truth that helps us answer the question, Who is this Man?
This Family Sunday message examines Jesus' choice to invite Levi to follow Him. In this message, we learn that Jesus is a friend of sinners.
In Mark 2:1–12, Jesus heals a paralyzed man—but first, He forgives his sins, revealing a deeper need and a greater authority. This moment forces everyone present to confront the truth: either Jesus is blaspheming, or He is truly the Son of God. Everything changes when you answer the question: Who is Jesus?
This message concludes our BEYOND Vision Campaign by calling our church family to move from simply believing God’s promises to actively stepping into them. Drawing from Joshua’s journey—from crossing the Jordan to the miraculous fall of Jericho—the sermon highlights the importance of spiritual preparation, daily obedience, keeping God’s presence central, and offering God our first fruits. As we embrace the Acts 1:8 Vision, we are invited to take bold steps of faith, trusting God to lead us beyond obstacles and into the future He has prepared for our church.
Drawing from Joshua 3, where the Israelites faced the flooded Jordan River during harvest season, an impossible barrier to God’s promised land, we discover that overcoming barriers comes through faith, not sight. This message calls the church to move BEYOND Barriers together, keeping our eyes on Jesus, preparing hearts, stepping out in faith, and watching God do the impossible for both personal breakthroughs and the church’s future.
In Week 2 of our BEYOND series, we look at Joshua 2 and the story of Rahab—an unlikely woman whose courageous faith changed her future and impacted generations to come. As Israel stood before the walls of Jericho, the obstacles were real, but before the miracle came a step of intentional faith. Rahab chose to let go of the security of her city and trust in the God she had heard about—the One who parted the Red Sea and defeated mighty kings. Her scarlet cord became a powerful symbol of salvation and deliverance. This message reminds us that faith doesn’t just believe—it acts. It prepares, it su
