by Pastor Joel | Sep 3, 2025 | Living the Gospel
When was the last time you paused to think about this: the words of Jesus — the very words spoken by God in the flesh — are written down for us? That still blows my mind. In Matthew 5, if you have a red-letter Bible, you’ll see a block of red that marks Jesus’ longest...
by Pastor Joel | Aug 20, 2025 | Living the Gospel
Text: 1 Corinthians 14 In a world obsessed with personal platforms and spiritual experiences, the Apostle Paul offers us a countercultural vision for the church: one where love leads, gifts serve, and everything is done for the common good. 1 Corinthians 14 is often...
by Pastor Joel | Aug 6, 2025 | Living the Gospel
Main Point: God’s love is overwhelming and irresistible. When we surrender to it, it changes everything- our hearts, our relationships, and our mission in life. We’re not just called to receive this love but to reflect it to others. 📖 Foundation Scripture: Romans...
by Pastor Joel | Jul 23, 2025 | Living the Gospel
> *“We are more sinful than we could ever imagine, but more loved and accepted than we could ever dare hope—because of Jesus.”* Grace isn’t just a comforting idea—it’s a life-altering reality wrapped in the person of Jesus Christ. Let’s unpack what grace truly...
by Pastor Joel | Jul 9, 2025 | Living the Gospel
🔥 Passion Starts with a Choice — Not a Feeling Passion isn’t an emotion. It’s born out of *choices* and *commitment*. Often, right actions will lead to right feelings. If you’re waiting to feel passionate before doing what’s right—you might be waiting forever....
by Pastor Joel | Jun 25, 2025 | Living the Gospel
One of the deepest desires of believers is to see their families come to Christ. The story of the Passover in Exodus 12 provides a powerful lesson on how to “fight for your family.” Through the sacrifice of the lamb, God showed how His protection and...
by Pastor Joel | Jun 8, 2025 | Living the Gospel
Introduction: A Call to the Harvest Jesus said in Matthew 9:37-38, “The harvest truly is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest.” This call remains relevant today. The world is full of people...
by Pastor Joel | May 22, 2025 | Living the Gospel
Sharing the gospel can feel intimidating, but evangelism is not about perfection—it’s about obedience and love for God. Whether you’ve struggled with fear or felt unqualified, you’re not alone. Today, we’ll explore three pillars of evangelism that will equip and...
by Pastor Joel | May 7, 2025 | Living the Gospel
We all have altars where we worship – places where we devote our hearts, time, and energy. Today, I invite you to examine what or who you worship. > Matthew 22:36-38 — “‘You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind.’ This...
by Pastor Joel | Apr 23, 2025 | Living the Gospel
Wrestling with Doubt Doubt is not the enemy of faith—it’s often the path to deeper belief. I know because I’ve wrestled with it myself. If you’ve ever asked, “Am I really a Christian?” or “Does prayer actually work?”—you’re not alone. Faith isn’t about feelings;...
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