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Walking by Faith | Steve Hyde
Don't be a chicken! Cross that line! This weekend our Global Partner and friend Pastor Steve Hyde continued Snapshots with a message on walking by faith. Listen to the message now to hear how you can take steps to cross that comfort line, and be led to live the life that God is calling you to!

On Mission | Nelson Paulino
Are you living a life you want to live, or a life God has called you to live? Our friend and Global partner from the Dominican Republic, Pastor Nelson Paulino, continued Snapshots with a message of what it looks like to live on God's mission! Listen now to hear a message of encouragement on how you can live according to God's Mission today!

Mercy & Grace | Todd Jones
We have a God who is merciful and gracious- and we can see it everywhere! This weekend, Pastor Todd continued Snapshots with a message of how God is consistent throughout scripture in not giving us what we deserve. Listen now to learn that because of God's mercy and grace we can be saved, live on kingdom mission and find rest!

See & Become | John Challinor
We have a God who keeps his promises! This weekend Pastor John continued Snapshots in Exodus with a message of God's faithfulness. Listen now to learn how throughout the Bible God continually displays that He will do what He says he will do- and how all of life reflects that goodness through our salvation!

Pillars of God | Todd Jones
Do you know who God is?When you know God, you can face the impossible! This weekend we continued Snapshots with a powerful message from Pastor Todd focused on the pillars from God in Exodus. Listen to learn how you can trust God through every situation since He is a God who will never leave you or forsake you- he protects you!

The Long Road | John Challinor
God knows our path, and the purpose for it! This weekend, Pastor John spoke about how God is in control - and He is on the move! Even when times are difficult, only God knows the true purpose. Watch the full message on YouTube or listen on the Heights App now to learn how as Christians, we can trust in the road God has us on and choose to let Him lead us - like the Israelites in Exodus!

How God Boxes | John Challinor
You cannot worship what you do not know! This weekend we continued Snapshots with a message from Pastor John focused on the 10 plagues in Exodus as a powerful demonstration of God's authority. Did you know each plague was a direct challenge to the gods of Egypt, revealing God's ultimate control over all things? Check out the full message here to learn of God's power and faithfulness and how you can always count on Him!

Submit to His Authority | Todd Jones
Are you a problem solver or a prayer warrior? This weekend we continued Snapshots with a message from Pastor Todd on the power of prayer! Listen to the full message now to learn the steps you can take to make prayer -and submitting to God's authority- your first response instead of your last resort!

Contagious Courage | John Challinor
What is God asking you to have courage for today? This weekend, we continued Snapshots with a message from Pastor John of our faithful God who keeps his promises! Watch the full message on YouTube or listen on the Heights App now to hear how like Moses, we can trust God to fulfill the outcome - even when the process is hard - and create contagious faith for those around us!

Greater Than Your Fears | John Challinor
This past weekend we began a new collection of talks called Snapshots! Focused on moments throughout the Bible that display what a wonderful God we have, Pastor John shared a message from Exodus of a God that shows up in our fear. Listen to the full message now to be encouraged that God is in you and with you through it all- so you can have courage & trust without fear!

Back to the Foundation | John Challinor
The power that resurrected Jesus lives inside of YOU! This past weekend, Pastor John completed our Summer Collection in Galatians with a powerful message on living in the freedom of the Holy Spirit. Listen to hear how you can’t beat sin by an act of self, but you can use the power of the Holy Spirit to live a life that reflects God!

What are You Reflecting | Todd Jones
You will reap what you sow- so what are you sowing? This past weekend, Pastor Todd's message from Galatians 6 explored how we are instructed to sow from the Spirit, not the flesh. Listen now to learn steps to be filled with the Spirit so you can reflect Jesus to the world!

Taste of Heaven | John Challinor
Are you in tune to the Holy Spirit? The enemy can't steal your future, but he can steal your life. This weekend Pastor John continued our study of Galatians with a message of freedom! Watch now to learn how to tune out the enemy's distractions and instead listen to the Holy Spirit. In our freedom, we can live a life of love and be a blessing to others!

No Longer | John Challinor
July 20, 2025

Part of the Family | Todd Jones
When you focus on the right thing, you see the right thing. In world quick to highlight our differences, Pastor Todd's message from Galatians 4 reminds us that as Christians, we're all adopted into God's family. Learn how embracing this truth transforms your life and helps you focus on your true identity, inheritance & responsibility in Christ.

Pick Your Story | John Challinor
The story you live in, is the story you live out - so what story are you telling yourself?This weekend, Pastor John returned to continue our summer collection on Galatians in Chapter 3. As the Galatians struggled with trusting that faith in Jesus is enough, the same message can apply to our struggles of trust today. Listen now to learn how the God of the universe is the author of our story, and we are children of God by faith- and nothing else!

Unapologetically Dependent | Ben Palmer
We are better together! This weekend, Pastor Ben continued our study of Galatians by taking us through Chapter 2. When Paul confronts Peter as he loses focus on what truly matters, it displays how honest conversations in community are essential as followers of Jesus!Listen now to learn why faith is all about Jesus (not works!) and how embracing input from others helps us stay focused on what is true!

Embrace Humility | Todd Jones
June 22, 2025

Who's Calling? | Tom Garasha
Have you been missing your calling from God?This weekend, special guest pastor Tom Garasha continued our summer collection, Galatians, with a message on calling! Listen now to learn how you can find God's defined purpose for your life and live in your giftedness!

We Want the Real Thing | Todd Jones
This weekend, Pastor Todd kicked off our summer collection of talks - Galatians. Culture will try to change the Gospel, so you have to be anchored in what is true! Catch the replay now to learn from the Galatians on what can keep you anchored to Christ - no matter what the world says!

Pride | Ben Palmer
Does God know you?This weekend, Pastor Ben continued Stories as Told by Jesus with the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector. Learn how religion & tradition is not the same as a relationship and how humility can lead to a more profound connection with God!

10 Bridesmaids | Todd Jones
Are you prepared? A torch is nothing without its oil!This weekend, Pastor Todd continued Stories as Told by Jesus with an inspiring message on the Parable of the 10 Bridesmaids. Listen now to hear how being prepared is essential, what Jesus says that looks like for a Christian and the actions you can take now!

Talents | Austin Turner
This past weekend, we celebrated Senior Sunday with a special message from Pastor Austin on being a faithful servant! We continued Stories as Told by Jesus with The Parable of the Bags of Gold. Listen to learn how we have been entrusted by God with special abilities and we can be obedient and multiply our gifts now!

Forgiveness | Bob Hoyt
Forgiven People Forgive PeopleWe often hear "hurt people hurt people", but this weekend Pastor Bob continued Stories as Told by Jesus with a message of how "forgiven people forgive people". Since Jesus has forgiven us, he teaches us to forgive limitlessly. Listen now to learn from Matthew that forgiveness from the heart is an act of obedience that is healing!

Parable of the Soil | Todd Jones
It's easy to hear something important yet miss the point! Jesus often used parables to teach vital truths to those who were open to hearing it. This weekend, Pastor Todd began "Stories as Told by Jesus" - a new collection of talks exploring these parables- beginning with the Parable of the Sower. Are you hardened, shallow, distracted, or receptive, rich soil? Find out which description fits you best and how to overcome challenges of each by listening now.

Celebration Weekend | Todd Jones, Ben Palmer, Bob Hoyt
April 27, 2025

Easter 2025 | Todd Jones
God is close to the brokenhearted What an encouraging Easter weekend celebrating Jesus' resurrection! Pastor Todd delivered a powerful message focusing on hope and God's presence through hardship and disappointment – reminding us it isn't the end. The gift of Jesus is offered freely to everyone; you just need to accept it.

We Are the Thief | Ben Palmer
This Palm Sunday, we continued our Last Words collection with a powerful message from Pastor Ben, focusing on the thief on the cross. Listen now to discover how we all relate to the thieves on the cross—and how each of us has the chance to receive Jesus' love, forgiveness, and eternal life in paradise just by letting Him in.

It Is Finished | Todd Jones
April 6, 2025

Freedom in Forgiveness | John Challinor
This weekend we continued Last Words with a message on forgiveness. As Jesus suffered on the cross, He prayed to God for the forgiveness of those who were crucifying him. Listen now to hear Pastor John speak about Jesus' last words that showed us what forgiveness truly is and how we can reflect that in our own lives!

We Are Family | Todd Jones
The last words we speak tend to be the most important! In anticipation of Easter we began a new collection of talks called Last Words - which centers on the last words of Jesus. Listen now to hear Pastor Todd speak about Jesus' final words of what a church family should look, act and love like!

Stage 6: Life of Love | John Challinor
Jesus is the model. To love like Jesus, you have to live like Jesus! This weekend, we ended our Critical Journey with the final stage of "The Life of Love" Listen now to hear Pastor John's message on when you live a life of love like Jesus did, reckless obedience to God and compassion to others will change you!

Stage 5: Journey Outward | John Challinor
After inward reflection it's time to take outward action! This weekend, we continued our Critical Journey with "The Journey Outward". Listen now to hear the message from 1 Samuel, the story of Hannah and how a change in posture can change everything!

Stage 4: Journey Inward | John Challinor
This weekend, we continued our Critical Journey with The Journey Inward. At some point in your spiritual growth, it will take deep introspection & acceptance to live in reality with joy. Listen now to hear Pastor John's message on how like Peter, we have to let go of our ego & understanding to fully accept God's will during stages of uncertainty.

The Wall | John Challinor
The only way is through.This weekend, we continued our Critical Journey with a message from Pastor John on The Wall. There comes a point in your faith where you are called to have courage and confront your deepest struggles and pain with God so you can understand His will. Listen now to learn how the wall, although painful, allows you to meet God face to face and rely on him in a new way!

Stage 3: The Productive Life | John Challinor
You've got a strong foundation, now what? This weekend, we continued our Critical Journey with a message from Pastor John on a Productive Life. Once you've centered your life on God and embraced discipleship - it's time to use your unique gifts and talents to serve the Kingdom of God! Listen now to learn how it's time to take what you've been given and give it away!

Stage 2: Life of Discipleship | John Challinor
February 9, 2025

Stage 1: Recognition of God | John Challinor
This weekend Pastor John began a new collection of talks by asking the question - Does Jesus have your heart?Listen now to hear how proximity to Jesus does not equal a relationship with Jesus and what we can do to journey back to the heart of God!

For Celebration | John Challinor
January 26, 2025

For Our Best, For Together, For Forward | John Challinor
Are you living as a we or a me?We are for together.This weekend we continued Taking Shape with a message from Pastor John on how we value being a community that gives our best together. Listen now to hear how we give our best because God gave us his best!

For Holy Spirit, For Generosity, For Serving | John Challinor
What are you creating space for?his weekend Pastor John continued Taking Shape with a look into more values that help us look, live and love like Jesus. Listen now to hear how you can intentionally create space for the Holy Spirit, generosity and serving!

For Jesus, For People | Todd Jones
Your guiding values will shape who you are... but what are your values? This weekend, Pastor Todd kicked off 2025 with a powerful message on what living, loving & looking like Jesus should look like in our new collection of talks, Taking Shape. Listen to the replay now to hear how as Christians we are for Jesus and for all people.

Love | Jordan Hudson
December 22, 2024

Hope | John Challinor
What is your hope in today? This weekend, we continued celebrating Advent with a message of Hope! Whatever situation you are in this season, remember God is happy to be with you.

Peace | Todd Jones
Peace be with you.It can be hard to find shalom in the chaos of life, but the missing piece is peace! This weekend Pastor Todd continued Happy to Be with a message on how Jesus is the only one who can fill our voids with peace. Listen now to hear how you can live in a state of peace, no matter your situation!

Joy Fuels Love | John Challinor
This weekend we celebrated the beginning of the Advent Season by starting a new series of talks called Happy to be... Listen now to hear Pastor John share a message on how you were created to live in Joy, what that looks like and how God is happy to be with YOU!

We Can't Wait | John Challinor
Endurance is built when you know the ending!This weekend Pastor John shared the final talk of Center of All Things with a message from the Book of Revelation on how as followers of Christ, we already know the ending!Listen now to hear Jesus has been the center of it all - from the beginning to forever. When you have chosen for Jesus to be the center of your life, you have a whole eternity of Heaven on Earth to look forward to - not just this!

Center of the Throne Room | John Challinor
Worthy is the lamb who was slain!It's easy to be distracted and lose our purpose. This week Pastor John continued Center of All Things in the book of Revelation with a message on how from beginning to end - it's all about Jesus. Watch the replay on YouTube or listen on the Heights App to hear how He is worthy of it all.

Don't Loose the Light | John Challinor
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Even In the Small Things | Todd Jones
Small things can make a big impact! This weekend Pastor Todd continued Center of All Things with a message on the importance of every role in the body of Christ.