Mission Hills Church Messages

Easter isn't just something to believe—it's something that should transform your life. But what happens after the celebration fades? Why do so many people drift back into old habits, old fears, and old patterns? In this episode of Continuing the Conversation, Craig and Colin tackle some of the biggest questions coming out of Easter: How do you move from believing in Jesus to actually being changed by Him? Where should you even start reading the Bible? Why do people lose momentum in their faith—and how do you avoid it? What does the resurrection actually accomplish? This conversation is real, practical, and deeply encouraging. If you've ever felt stuck, disconnected, or unsure what your next step is—this episode will help you take it. 👉 Faith isn't built in one moment. 👉 It's built one step at a time. Subscribe for more honest conversations about following Jesus in everyday life. 🎧 Listen to this weekend's full sermon first, then come back here to go deeper. New episodes drop midweek. Subscribe so you never miss a conversation. Like, share, and comment if this episode hit home. As always, shoot us your questions at [email protected] and enjoy today's episode. Also, check out our YouTube Channel and the Playlist titled "Questions with Craig" for more resources. Or submit your PRAYER REQUESTS for our care team. ============================= Continuing The Conversation: Feed Credits ============================= HOST:: Colin McFarland, Craig Smith PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Zac Anderson CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland VIDEO + SEO DIRECTORS:: Zac Anderson, Colin McFarland A Product of The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO. © Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved

Easter is the most important moment in history… So why do so many of us miss what it really means? In this powerful Easter message from John 13, Craig Smith walks through a moment most people overlook—when Jesus asked His disciples a simple but life-changing question: "Do you understand what I have done for you?" Before the cross. Before the resurrection. Jesus gave them a picture of everything He was about to do—and why. In this message, you'll discover: Why the cross was never an accident—it was always the plan What Jesus' actions reveal about His love for you The difference between religion and the gospel Why pride keeps us from receiving what Jesus already did This message is honest, direct, and deeply personal. Because the question isn't just for them—it's for you. 👉 Do you understand what He's done for you? Watch now and take your next step toward Jesus.

Life doesn't usually fall apart at the beginning or the end—it happens in the middle. In this episode, Craig and Colin talk about what it looks like to live in that space. The place where things feel uncertain, stretched, and sometimes overwhelming—but also where real growth happens. They reflect on Jesus calming the storm and the question He asks His disciples: "Why are you so afraid?" It's not just about fear—it's about trust. You'll hear: Why the middle is both hard and meaningful How God often does His best work in the in-between What it looks like to follow Jesus, not just understand Him And how one question from Jesus can change everything If you've ever felt stuck or unsure of what God is doing in your life, this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen to this weekend's full sermon first, then come back here to go deeper. New episodes drop midweek. Subscribe so you never miss a conversation. Like, share, and comment if this episode hit home. As always, shoot us your questions at [email protected] and enjoy today's episode. Also, check out our YouTube Channel and the Playlist titled "Questions with Craig" for more resources. Or submit your PRAYER REQUESTS for our care team. ============================= Continuing The Conversation: Feed Credits ============================= HOST:: Colin McFarland, Craig Smith PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Zac Anderson CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland VIDEO + SEO DIRECTORS:: Zac Anderson, Colin McFarland A Product of The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO. © Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved

Ever feel like you're stuck in the middle? Not where you used to be… Not where you want to go… Just somewhere messy, uncertain, and honestly a little scary. In this message from Mark 4, Jesus asks a question that cuts straight through the noise: "Why are you so afraid?" It's not just about fear. It's about trust. In this week's message, Craig talks about: Why the "middle" of life feels so hard—and why God often does His best work there The difference between following Jesus casually and actually committing to Him What fear reveals about what we believe about God How to move forward when you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure If you've been anxious, stuck, or questioning whether God really cares… this message is for you. 👉 You're not lost. 👉 You're not forgotten. 👉 You're in the middle—and God is still working.