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Ep 244Commissioned: Prepared for Deployment

Just because our efforts are not perfect, that does not mean Christians are not powerful. In this sermon, we discuss how God commands and empowers His followers to be His witnesses. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Apr 19, 202055 min

Ep 243Isaiah: Good Morning Redemption!

Through Jesus Christ's resurrection, we are liberated from our sins. In this sermon, we discuss how Christ's sufferings provided us with a path to salvation. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Apr 12, 202044 min

Ep 242Isaiah: Our Only Hope

As humans, we are all born with a rebel spirit. In this sermon, we discuss how Jesus became a required substitute and sacrifice for us to have a relationship with God. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Apr 5, 202042 min

Ep 241Isaiah: Hope On High

As Christians, we need to have hope and rely on God to come through for us. In this sermon, we discuss how God's greatness is revealed by His willingness to work for others and how we need to maintain faith. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Mar 29, 202042 min

Ep 240Isaiah: Faith Over Fear

It is easy to spend a lot of time on the different medias that we have access to. In this sermon, we discuss how we must not be consumed by media and to not miss what God is trying to teach us. Speaker: Joel Sanchez

Mar 22, 202046 min

Ep 239Isaiah: At Last

God did not create people to experience death, discouragement, and arrogance. In this sermon, we discuss how Heaven is where we will finally be who we are meant to be. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Mar 15, 202051 min

Ep 236Isaiah: Destroying Pride - HS

As Christians, we must recognize and reject a prideful worldview. In this sermon, we discuss how we have to distance ourselves from pride to have a close relationship with God. Speaker: Tim Wheeler

Mar 8, 202040 min

Ep 237Isaiah: Destroying Pride - AV

As Christians, we must recognize and reject a prideful worldview. In this sermon, we discuss how we have to distance ourselves from pride to have a close relationship with God. Speaker: Luke Chow

Mar 8, 202035 min

Ep 235Isaiah: Destroying Pride - PH

As Christians, we must recognize and reject a prideful worldview. In this sermon, we discuss how we have to distance ourselves from pride to have a close relationship with God. Speaker: Brian Haney

Mar 8, 202047 min

Ep 238Isaiah: Destroying Pride - VV

As Christians, we must recognize and reject a prideful worldview. In this sermon, we discuss how we have to distance ourselves from pride to have a close relationship with God. Speaker: Michael Hinton

Mar 8, 202045 min

Ep 234Isaiah: From Gloom to Glory

Stubbornness often spoils an individual's salvation. In this sermon, we discuss how seeking counsel, comfort, or protection from anyone but God is a bad idea. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Mar 1, 202051 min

Ep 233Isaiah: To Know God Is To Make Him Known

Throughout the Bible, Christians are called to tell others about God. In this sermon, we discuss how humility allows us to know God better and obedience allows us to make God known. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Feb 23, 202050 min

Ep 232Isaiah: Worship or Woe-ship?

When we repent, God offers hope and forgiveness. In this sermon, we discuss how subtle carelessness can led to significant consequences. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Feb 16, 202042 min

Ep 231Press On: Press On With A New Destination

Christians are called to live their lives like Christ and be an example to others. In this sermon, we discuss how Christians need to be an example in their priorities, perseverance, and protection. Speaker: Brian Haney

Feb 9, 202048 min

Ep 229Press On: Press On With New Perspective VV

For Christians, their main goal is to know Christ and be found in Him. In this sermon, we discuss how maturing in Christ is an ongoing and never-ending process that Christians must continue. Speaker: Michael Hinton

Jan 26, 202049 min

Ep 228Press On: Press On With New Perspective AV

For Christians, our main goal is to know Christ and be found in Him. In this sermon, we discuss how maturing in Christ is an ongoing and never-ending process that we must continue. Speaker: Matt Coulombe

Jan 26, 202044 min

Ep 227Press On: Press On With New Perspective HS

For Christians, our main goal is to know Christ and be found in Him. In this sermon, we discuss how maturing in Christ is an ongoing and never-ending process that we must continue. Speaker: Jason Jahn

Jan 26, 202044 min

Ep 226Press On: Press On With New Perspective PH

For Christians, our main goal is to know Christ and be found in Him. In this sermon, we discuss how maturing in Christ is an ongoing and never-ending process that we must continue. Speaker: Brian Haney

Jan 26, 202048 min

Ep 225Press On: Press On With New Ambition

As Christians, it is important to continuously develop your relationship with God. In this sermon, we discuss how Christians need to press on in their spiritual journey or they will move backwards in their faith. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Jan 19, 202042 min

Ep 224Press On: Press On With New Values

It is easy for people to place their worth in things other than God. In this sermon, we discuss how our purpose is found in people and our perfection is found in Jesus. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Jan 12, 202046 min

Ep 221The Greatest Story Ever Told: The Greatest Hero Ever Born

Through the birth of Jesus Christ, Christians are able to know God and understand our mission. In this sermon, we discuss how God became human to die on the cross for us. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Dec 15, 201939 min

Ep 220The Greatest Story Ever Told: The Greatest Desperation Ever Felt

Before Jesus Christ came to Earth, there was a lingering feeling of desperation. In this sermon, we discuss how we must listen to God's messenger and give God the benefit of our doubts. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Dec 8, 201939 min

Ep 219The Greatest Story Ever Told: The Greatest Conflict Ever Fought

Conflicts are always difficult to deal with. In this sermon, we discuss how Jesus Christ came to earth to resolve a conflict that we are unable to resolve ourselves and how Christians should approach conflicts. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Dec 1, 201949 min

Ep 218Sermon on the Mount III: Build upon Faithful Truth

Throughout life, Christians will face trials that test their faith. In this sermon, we discuss how Christians need to build their foundation on God. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Nov 24, 201940 min

Ep 217Sermon on the Mount III: Protect Against False Teaching

In today's world, Christians must remain aware to ensure they are not listening to false teachers. In this sermon, we discuss the people that we hang out with and how to protect against false teaching. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Nov 17, 201951 min

Ep 216Sermon on the Mount III: Prayer to the Father that Never Fails

Through Jesus, we are able to have a relationship with God. In this sermon, we discuss how the Christian life is characterized by persistent, expectant, and dependent prayerfulness. Speaker: Erik Thoennes

Nov 10, 201950 min

Ep 215Sermon on the Mount III: Discerning Judgement AV

In order to reach those who do not know God and encourage other believers, Christians must have discerning judgement. In this sermon, we discuss how Christians must kill their pride to work towards humility and respond clearly. Speaker: Mike Roberts

Nov 3, 201948 min

Ep 214Sermon on the Mount III: Discerning Judgement VV

In order to reach those who do not know God and encourage other believers, Christians must have discerning judgement. In this sermon, we discuss how Christians must kill their pride to work towards humility and respond clearly. Speaker: Michael Hinton

Nov 3, 201937 min

Ep 213Sermon on the Mount III: Discerning Judgement HS

In order to reach those who do not know God and encourage other believers, Christians must have discerning judgement. In this sermon, we discuss how Christians must kill their pride to work towards humility and respond clearly. Speaker: Paul Gostanian

Nov 3, 201938 min

Ep 21140 Days of Hope: I Hope My Prayers Are Being Heard

Many people question if God hears their prayers. In this sermon, we discuss this hope and how it provides patience and purpose for a believer. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Oct 20, 201944 min

Ep 21040 Days of Hope: I Hope Living for God is Worth the Struggle

Christians handle trials that others do not encounter. In this sermon, we discuss the different kinds of sufferings that Christians encounter and how these struggles are worth handling to live with God. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Oct 13, 201949 min

Ep 20740 Days of Hope: I Hope I'm a Child of God PH

As a child of God, we can place our hopes in Him. In this sermon, we discuss how we are no longer slaves to insecurity and uncertainty. Speaker: Brian Haney

Oct 6, 201941 min

Ep 20840 Days of Hope: I Hope I'm a Child of God AV

As a child of God, we can place our hopes in Him. In this sermon, we discuss how we are no longer slaves to insecurity and uncertainty. Speaker: Luke Chow

Oct 6, 201931 min

Ep 20940 Days of Hope: I Hope I'm a Child of God VV

As a child of God, we can place our hopes in Him. In this sermon, we discuss how we are no longer slaves to insecurity and uncertainty. Speaker: Michael Hinton

Oct 6, 201932 min

Ep 20640 Days of Hope: I Hope I'm a Child of God HS

As a child of God, we can place our hopes in Him. In this sermon, we discuss how we are no longer slaves to insecurity and uncertainty. Speaker: Jason Jahn

Oct 6, 201937 min

Ep 20540 Days of Hope: I Hope to Find Strength to Live for God

Learning how to live for God can be challenging for some people. In this sermon, we discuss how Christians must be confident in God, their new objective, and their new tendencies. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Sep 29, 201944 min

Ep 20440 Days of Hope: I Hope My Past Won't Ruin My Future

Through a relationship with Jesus Christ, a person's past is forgiven. In this sermon, we discuss the freedom found in forgiveness to ensure a better future. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Sep 22, 201940 min

Ep 198Sermon on the Mount II: Why You Absolutely Worry About Your Future

Throughout life, people often find themselves worrying about their future. In this sermon, we discuss how we must remember how we are important to God and reflect on this short life while resting and focusing on God. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Sep 1, 201951 min

Ep 197Sermon on the Mount II: Why You Never Seem to Get Ahead

There are many things in this world that people end up worshipping when they are not focused on worshipping God. In this sermon, we discuss how debt is a form of servitude and how Christians can change their lives to get out of debt. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Aug 25, 201949 min

Ep 196Sermon on the Mount II: Why You Should Settle for Less in Life

For many people, fasting is a way to develop a closer relationship with God. In this sermon, we discuss how limiting yourself puts you and God in the right spot. Speaker: Tim Kuhl

Aug 18, 201941 min

Ep 195Sermon on the Mount II: Why You Can Stop Praying the Way You're Praying

Although prayer is not a quick fix to our problems, it is how we can have a relationship with God. In this sermon, we discuss how we need to have a heart for God, His Kingdom, and a heart to fulfill His mission when praying. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Aug 11, 201953 min

Ep 194Sermon on the Mount II: Why You Should Never Give Money to a Church

As Christians, it is important to have righteous behavior. In this sermon, we discuss how God rewards righteous behavior that is driven by righteous motives. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Aug 4, 201948 min

Ep 193Worldview: Do Miracles Still Happen Today?

This universe has a fixed set of laws and principles. In this sermon, we discuss how God alters the laws and principles of this world with His miracles. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Jul 28, 201946 min

Ep 192Worldview: Do All Religions Lead to the Same Place?

Across all religions, there are certain things that only Jesus can do for a person. In this sermon, we discuss how only Jesus can fulfill the longings of a human heart, answer troubling questions, and transform lives. Speaker: Jeff Vines

Jul 21, 201945 min

Ep 191Worldview: Messy Grace

To reach those who do not know God, Christians must learn how to live in tension. In this sermon, we discuss how Christians have to ask what they are willing to do to build influence in the lives of those around them. Speaker: Caleb Kaltenbach

Jul 14, 201944 min

Ep 190Worldview: How Can I Know That God Exists?

Over time, many people have asked how Christians know that God exists. In this sermon, we discuss how people will eventually get to the truth if they follow the data. Speaker: Tom Mercer

Jul 7, 201943 min

Ep 188Worldview: Is the Bible Reliable HS

Through the Bible, Christians are able to gain a better understanding of the character of God. In this sermon, we discuss if the Bible we have today is accurate and trustworthy. Speaker: Tim Sevilla

Jun 30, 201942 min

Ep 189Worldview: Is the Bible Reliable VV

Through the Bible, Christians are able to gain a better understanding of the character of God. In this sermon, we discuss if the Bible we have today is accurate and trustworthy. Speaker: Jody Livingston

Jun 30, 201945 min

Ep 186Worldview: Is the Bible Reliable AV

Through the Bible, Christians are able to gain a better understanding of the character of God. In this sermon, we discuss if the Bible we have today is accurate and trustworthy. Speaker: Tim Kuhl

Jun 30, 201945 min

Ep 187Worldview: Is the Bible Reliable PH

Through the Bible, Christians are able to gain a better understanding of the character of God. In this sermon, we discuss if the Bible we have today is accurate and trustworthy. Speaker: Brian Haney

Jun 30, 201951 min