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Old Testament Family Reunion: Samson (July 15, 2018)

Samson's relationship with God was not based upon his performance, but upon God's promise. He was an ordinary man empowered by an extraordinary God, a judge who needed rebuke, repentance and rescue. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on July 15, 2018.

Jul 19, 201843 min

Old Testament Family Reunion: Josiah (July 8, 2018)

God works through humble, willing servants regardless of age or stage in life, and He works through His irrepressible word which has the power to transform lives. God's truth transformed Josiah the boy become king and through him a nation for God's glory. This message was preached by Pastor Marcelo Tolopilo on July 8, 2018.

Jul 9, 201844 min

Old Testament Family Reunion: Esther (July 1, 2018)

Imagine the people, the place, the setting of this true story highlighting God's sovereign care and grace in the lives of His people. Do you see this same handiwork today in the unfolding of your life story? This message was preached by Pastor David Dietrich on July 1, 2018.

Jul 3, 201855 min

Old Testament Family Reunion: Nehemiah (June 24, 2018)

God uses ordinary people to accomplish His extraordinary work. Nehemiah, a slave in his land of captivity, shows us that a Kingdom life is saturated with prayer, has specific purpose, and has sustained productivity. This message was preached by Pastor Kenny Keahey on June 24, 2018.

Jun 27, 201848 min

Old Testament Family Reunion: Job (June 17, 2018)

How do we understand suffering? Suffering inevitably finds us, but it isn't meaningless. In the hands of a sovereign, wise and good God, suffering is never wasted, especially as we treasure Jesus in our pain even as He treasured us in His. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on June 17, 2018.

Jun 18, 201842 min

Does God Really Care? 1 Samuel 1 (June 10, 2018)

Does God really care? This is the question that often echoes in our heart when we are suffering. Let the story of Hannah instruct us and drive us, as her suffering drove her, to God. He sees our pain; He sent His Son; Our ultimate hope is in Him. This message was preached by Pastor Jim Newheiser on June 10, 2018.

Jun 13, 201842 min

Finally Free: Galatians 6

How do we live out the gospel as a community of believers? Galatians 6 has our answer. We must value humility over pride, grace over judgmentalism, burden bearing over isolation, and boasting in God's work not our own. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on June 3, 2018.

Jun 5, 201849 min

Finally Free: Walk by the Spirit, Gal. 5

How does a person who is forgiven walk in that freedom? The answer is learning to yield happily to the Holy Spirit's desires and direction. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on May 27, 2018.

May 28, 201848 min

Pentecost: Acts 2

The Holy Spirit is God's gift to all believers and the manifestation of the Spirit in our lives is for the common good. He glorifies the King, placing a flood light on Jesus for all the world to see. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on May 06, 2018.

May 21, 201849 min

Ascension Sunday: Acts 1:1-11

The ascension of Jesus Christ to the right hand of the Father should stir us to excitement, joy, and action. Our Prophet, Priest & King set in motion His mission at His ascension. We are a part of that mission! This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on May 06, 2018.

May 13, 201851 min

Finally Free, Galatians 5:16–26

If we are God's adopted kids, how do we begin to live as though we are His sons and daughters? The answer is sanctification: the lifelong process by which our character is changed by God's Spirit so that we are more and more like Christ. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on May 06, 2018.

May 13, 201846 min

Finally Free: Galatians 5:1–15

Do you long to be free? Don't seek freedom from God, rather seek the freedom that can only be found in God. This message was preached by Pastor Josh White on April 29, 2018.

May 7, 201829 min

Finally Free: Galatians 4:8-31

"For it is written that Abraham had two sons, one by a slave woman and one by a free woman." Which son will you be… a slave to works or a son of promise? This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on April 15, 2018.

Apr 23, 201842 min

The Cost of Love: Good Friday

What did it cost your God to love you? This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on Good Friday, March 30, 2018.

Apr 20, 201840 min

Finally Free: Our Adoption, Galatian 4:1–7

Do you feel like a slave instead of a son, instead of a daughter? Adoption is one of the greatest gift of the Gospel. Understanding this gift will change the way you relate to God; it will change the way you relate to others. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on April 15, 2018.

Apr 18, 201847 min

Suffering in the Sphere of God's Grace: Part 2, 1 Peter 1:3–4

Christians suffer under the corruption of a sin–sick world, distressed by various trials. But Peter wants to set HOPE before us and give us seven reasons to praise God in 1 Peter 1:3–4. This message was preached by Pastor Marcelo Tolopilo on April 8, 2018.

Apr 9, 201849 min

A Risen Savior with Scars: John 20:19-20

Why does our risen Savior still have His scars? Jesus' scars remind us of His glory and our peace. Peace with the truth, peace with God, and peace with our future. This Easter message from John 20 by Pastor Erick Cobb was recorded on April 1, 2018.

Apr 2, 201836 min

Suffering in the Sphere of God's Sovereign Grace, 1 Peter 1:1–2

Christian's suffer under the corruption of a sin–sick world, distressed by various trials. But are they simply subject to the whims of Fate or are they held in the sphere of a loving God's sovereign grace? The answer lies in 1 Peter 1:1–2. This message was preached by Pastor Marcelo Tolopilo on March 25, 2018.

Mar 26, 201844 min

Grow in Brotherly Love: 1 Thessalonians 5:12–22

Jesus said, "By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another." This message was preached by Pastor David Dietrich on March 18, 2018.

Mar 19, 201842 min

Proverbs: The Poor

Wisdom is skillful living that creates a life of beauty, significance and strength. God's wisdom gives us a compassionate understanding of the poor and how best to respond to those in need. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on March 11, 2018.

Mar 12, 201849 min

Proverbs 5: Fidelity in Marriage

Wisdom is skillful living that creates a life of beauty, significance and strength. Fidelity in marriage reflects those attributes by guarding marriage as a good gift, avoiding the traps of adultery, and by cultivating intimacy. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on March 4, 2018.

Mar 4, 201852 min

Proverbs 23:26 – Parenting

Wisdom is skillful living that creates a life of beauty, significance and strength. What does that look like in the realm of parenting? Proverbs 23:26 holds our answer. "My son, give me your heart, and let your eyes observe my ways." This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on February 25, 2018.

Mar 2, 201854 min

Proverbs 18:21 The Power of the Tongue

Wisdom is skillful living that creates a life of beauty, significance and strength. "Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit." This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on February 18, 2018.

Feb 19, 201848 min

Proverbs 31: Homemaking

Wisdom is skillful living that creates a life of beauty, significance and strength. What does this look like in the home? Ladies, the Proverbs 31 woman is not your competition. She is lady Wisdom giving you a desirable vision for your home. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on February 11, 2018.

Feb 12, 201839 min

Proverbs: The Gift of Work

Wisdom is skillful living that creates a life of beauty, significance and strength. What does this look like in the area of work? Learn why work is a gift from God and how this gift can be used to glorify God and bless your fellow man. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on February 4, 2018.

Feb 4, 201848 min

Visio Dei: The Soul's Vision of God, Jude 24

Jesus promised, "Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God," but who is truly pure in heart, and how will this be accomplished? Jude 24 gives us our answer and what is awaiting all believers: the soul's vision of God. This message was preached by Pastor Marcelo Tolopilo on January 28, 2018.

Jan 30, 201834 min

Friendship: Proverbs

Wisdom is skillful living that creates a life of beauty, significance and strength. What does this look like in the area of friendship? Learn why friendship is important and how to find and keep good friends. This message was preached by Pastor Josh White on January 14, 2018.

Jan 15, 201833 min

Proverbs 4: Love Wisdom

Wisdom is skillful living that creates a life of beauty, significance and strength. However, we must not simply know wisdom, we must love it. Seek to love wisdom through the Proverbs, God' book of wisdom. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on January 7, 2018.

Jan 10, 201839 min

Love Wisdom: Proverbs 4:5-9

How do we keep from becoming fools? We must not simply know wisdom, we must love it. Wisdom is skillful living that creates a life of beauty, significance and strength. Seek to love wisdom through the Proverbs. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on January 7, 2018.

Jan 9, 201839 min

Keep Your Heart With All Vigilance: Proverbs 4:23

Wisdom is skillful living that creates a life of beauty, significance and strength. Who doesn't want that? Come to the source of wisdom for heart change in the Proverbs. Learn how to keep your heart with all vigilance by the power of the Holy Spirit. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on December 31, 2017.

Jan 2, 201847 min

Advent: Jesus, the Son of Mary

Jesus, the Son of Mary came to came to fulfill God's promise of a Savior. Through this gift of life in Christ we have humble confidence in His sovereign plan for our lives. "No other God for me...born in a manger died on a tree" (Martin Luther). This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on December 24, 2017.

Dec 26, 201733 min

Advent: Jesus, the Son of David

Jesus, the Son of David came to came to fulfill God's promise to bring a forever King to sit on David's throne (2 Samuel 7:1–17). His kingdom through His first advent has been inaugurated and will some day be consummated when He returns. In the in between we can hope for the King, live in the kingdom—by the power of the Spirit—and announce the kingdom to a lost world. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on December 17, 2017

Dec 22, 201741 min

Advent: Jesus, the Son of Abraham

Jesus, the Son of Abraham came to secure the blessing God promised to Abraham in Genesis 12:1–3. Abraham's faith was a trust in One who was worthy of his trust even though circumstances often didn't seem to match. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on December 10, 2017.

Dec 15, 201733 min

Advent: Jesus, the Son of Eve

Jesus, the Son of Eve came to crush the serpent's head. In this Advent message, learn of Christus Victor and God's plan to redeem and restore. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on December 3, 2017.

Dec 3, 201745 min

The Advent of Jesus, Our Shepherd King

The kingdom of men is a dark kingdom. It's the best we can do. But Messiah came (and will come again) to turn the lights on. As we enter this Advent season, learn what it it looks like to worship this Shepherd King. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on November 26, 2017.

Nov 27, 201740 min

Finally Free, Part 8: Galatians 3:15–29

God's story as revealed in history and through His word is an epic tale. We are not the main character, God is, and He is revealing His glory for our enjoyment forever. Let the law be a mirror that drives you to Christ. Receive His grace joyfully and let His story unfold in your life. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on November 19, 2017.

Nov 19, 201742 min

Finally Free, Part 7: Galatians 3:1–15

Gospel righteousness and self-righteousness are in compatible. So ask yourself, are you trusting in what HE did or are you trusting in something you do? One leads to freedom, the other will not save nor sanctify. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on November 12, 2017.

Nov 14, 201743 min

Deut. 6:1-9, Parenting is Discipleship, Part 3

Purposeful and passionate living of God's truth must adorn our lives day to day in our discipleship relationship with our kids. This message is part 3 in a series from Deuteronomy 6:1–9. It was preached by Pastor Marcelo Tolopilo on November 5, 2017.

Nov 6, 201753 min

Deut. 6:1-9, Parenting is Discipleship, Part 2

"To be change agents in our kids, we must be transformed. We must pursue Christ and lead our children in those same steps." This message was preached by Pastor Marcelo Tolopilo on October 29, 2017.

Oct 30, 201755 min

Deut. 6:1-9, Parenting is Discipleship, Part 1

"Your family's spiritual health and the discipleship of your children is immensely important to the LORD." Join us in this three part series to find out why. This message was preached by Pastor Marcelo Tolopilo on October 22, 2017.

Oct 24, 201745 min

Cultivate Your Marriage: Ephesians 5

Marriage, like our relationship with Christ, is a legal, spiritual and organic union. Ephesians 5 portrays our relationship with our spouse as a Gospel re-enactment. We must guard it; protect it; cultivate it. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on October 15, 2017.

Oct 16, 201741 min

Finally Free, Part 6: Galatians 2:11—21

Gospel righteousness and self-righteousness are in compatible. Learn how our spiritual, legal and organic union with Christ give us not only true righteousness but the power to do what pleases God. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on October 8, 2017.

Oct 9, 201733 min

Finally Free, Part 5: Galatians 2:11-16

Whoever is comfortable with confrontation, raise your hand. Galatians 2:11-16 gives us wisdom on Gospel confrontation. "The Gospel is the power to both break our temptation to feel superior and our fear of being judged inferior." It enables us to humbly confront in love or receive loving confrontation from others. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on October 1, 2017.

Oct 2, 201737 min

Finally Free, Part 4: Galatians 2:9–10

Generosity is a vital sign of a living faith. This message is the fourth in a series from Galatians and gives us a focused look at care for the poor. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on September 24, 2017.

Oct 1, 201741 min

Finally Free, Part 3: Galatians 2

Do you want to be set free not only from the penalty of sin but from its power as well? Then listen to the message Paul shared with the Galatians. He did not want anything to dilute the power of the Gospel, but rather he wanted God's people to be able to rest in and respond to the Gospel out of love. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on September 17, 2017.

Sep 18, 201744 min

Finally Free, Part 2: Galatians 1:10–24

God loves to extend grace; it is His glory to do so. It was God's grace that transformed Paul and gave him a message to share. He did not want anything to dilute the power of the Gospel. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on September 10, 2017.

Sep 10, 201738 min

Finally Free: Galatians 1:1–9

As Christians, we have an URGENT need to be reminded of the Gospel. We were rescued; Christ was our voluntary substitute. Isn't it good news that the object of our faith saves us, not the level of our faith? Join us in the start of this series in Galatians: Finally Free. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on September 3, 2017.

Sep 4, 201735 min

Psalm 16: A Song of Joy

What is Christian joy? How do we pursue it? Where can we find it? What are the benefits of having joy? Let's find our answers in Psalm 16, a song of joy. This message was preached by Pastor Erick Cobb on August 27, 2017.

Aug 28, 201744 min

Psalm 29: Ascribe to the Lord

Ascribe to the Lord the glory due His name. Elevate your understanding of our mighty God through this study of Psalm 29. Hear the voice of the Lord in the storms. He is the One who gives strength and peace to His people. This message was preached by David Dietrich on August 20, 2017.

Aug 21, 201737 min

Psalm 23: A Psalm of Rest

Where can we go to find rest? Take a fresh look at Psalm 23, the psalm that invites us to the only One who can truly be our rest. This message by Pastor Kenny Keahey was recorded on August 13, 2017.

Aug 16, 20171h 0m