December 15, 2024 • Pastor Mark Machen • Acts 2:1–18, 2 Corinthians 8:7–24, 2 Corinthians 9:1–11, John 17:3–22, 1 Corinthians 14:1–31
Discover the profound connection between the gift of prophecy and God’s abundant love. Jesus came to make the Father known and bring us into a relationship of love, unity, and purpose. Through inspiring stories of faith, such as a testimony of healing through worship and the calling of missionaries stepping out to spread the Gospel, this message highlights how prophecy edifies and comforts, transforming lives and bringing encouragement to God’s people.
This isn't about predicting the future, but rather about allowing God to speak through us to edify, exhort, and comfort others. We're reminded that prophecy isn't reserved for a select few, but is available to all believers. This revelation challenges us to step out in faith, to listen for God's voice, and to be vessels of His love and encouragement to those around us. As we pursue love and desire spiritual gifts, we open ourselves to be used by God in powerful ways, transforming not only our lives but the lives of those we encounter.
As we embrace the season of giving, this sermon reflects on how God’s love empowers us to share His blessings generously with others. It’s a reminder of how we can experience God and enjoy life through love, obedience, and generosity. Join us for this impactful teaching and celebrate the true joy and meaning of Christmas, rooted in unity, faith, and the spirit of giving.
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Exceedingly Abundantly Above
December 8, 2024 • Pastor Mark Machen • John 17:3, Ephesians 2:10, Psalm 37:4, Daniel 11:32, Ephesians 3:20
Jesus came to make the weak strong and equip His people for a life of purpose, power, and victory. You are not just saved; you are empowered to know Him, to be strong, and to do great exploits. You are born into royalty, designed to carry His power and glory, and marked to reign in life. God has already prepared good works for you to walk in—all He needs is your “yes.”
You are the workmanship of Jesus, and He doesn’t make junk. It's time to release the mindset that you are “less than” or “unqualified” for what God has called you to do. The Bible declares that if you call on the name of the Lord, you are His beloved child, created for good works and destined to reign. Living from this identity as a favored son or daughter positions you to experience God’s blessings, no matter the circumstances. Like John, who referred to himself as the one Jesus loved, your words and actions reflect your revelation of your identity in Christ.
God is not only interested in your service but also in your desires. He takes pleasure in the prosperity and success of His people. His goodness, mercy, grace, and favor are chasing you down, preparing a table for you in the presence of your enemies and leading you beside still waters. Everything in the Lord’s Prayer is a declaration and decree, not a request, aligning your life with God’s Kingdom. You are marked for greatness, unity, and power, created to know God deeply, live in His favor, and walk boldly in your calling.
This is the time to embrace your identity and step into the fullness of the life God has prepared for you!
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Mustard Seed Faith
December 1, 2024 • Pastor Mark Machen • Hebrews 11:23–26, Exodus 1:7–12, Mark 4:26–32, Luke 17:3–6, 1 Corinthians 2:2–12
Are you tired of living an average or mediocre life? Discover how faith in Jesus Christ can transform your life and lead you into championship living. Jesus, our ultimate champion, has already defeated sin, death, and all darkness.
The Word of God may seem small compared to the challenges in your life, but when planted in your heart, it grows and brings breakthrough. By shifting your mindset and aligning with God’s timing, you can experience what’s truly possible. Whether it’s stepping into your purpose, overcoming struggles, or achieving the impossible, faith is the key to unlocking your potential. Don’t settle for less—embrace faith and live as the champion God created you to be.
Through faith, you are separated, cleansed, and moved from darkness into light, equipped to live victoriously. Faith, even as small as a mustard seed, has the power to produce extraordinary results. It’s not about the size of your faith but your willingness to believe and trust in God.
Be inspired, be encouraged, and step into the extraordinary today!
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The Faith of a Dead Man
November 24, 2024 • Pastor Mark Machen • Exodus 13:19, Joshua 24:32, Hebrews 11:1–22, Genesis 39, Genesis 50:22–26
Faith that even death couldn’t stop—this is the legacy of Joseph. His unwavering belief in God’s promises outlived him, proving that no living person or opposition can hinder the faith you hold in God. Stay true to what God has spoken over your life, marriage, children, finances, and abundant living. When you are fully aligned with His word—obedient, attentive, and unshaken by emotions or the need for acknowledgment—you walk in unstoppable faith.
This sermon challenges you to examine your focus. Are you seeking acknowledgment from others, or are you fully committed to God's mission for your life? God sees everything, even when men do not. True faith isn’t swayed by external validation; it’s rooted in obedience and trust in what He has spoken.
We are called to grow together, staying steadfast in our faith no matter the challenges. Abraham’s faith paved the way for generations, and Joseph’s life reminds us that unwavering faith can turn adversity into purpose. The blessings and favor of God in your life are meant to overflow to others—even those who may have wronged you.
If you’re ready to live with a faith so strong it transcends the temporary, a faith that refuses to be silenced or stopped, this message will inspire and equip you. Watch now and embrace the call to live boldly, obediently, and faithfully for the glory of God!
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Walk in Your True Identity
November 17, 2024 • Derek Crosby
The Faith of Abraham: How Faith Works
November 10, 2024 • Pastor Mark Machen • Romans 4:17–21, Hebrews 11:1–13, Genesis 15:1–6, John 8:56–58, Genesis 17:1–5
Have you ever wondered how faith worked? Or why are there times you feel you need more faith? Or the best one, you think you believe and you’re in faith but you haven’t seen the result you prayed for.
Pastor Mark concludes his series on Abraham by revealing the power of a God-centered vision. Abraham was limited by his own perspective, but God took him outside his self-built confines to show him a broader vision—a heavenly perspective. Abraham’s faith was counted as righteousness simply by choosing to believe God. Like Abraham, we’re invited to look beyond our limitations and see God’s hand at work. Our faith response shapes our destiny and builds a legacy of belief that impacts generations.
What does it mean to magnify the Lord? Discover how to shift your focus to God, making Him the center of your vision, and experience the transformation it brings. Just as a magnifying glass doesn’t change the size of what it shows but brings it into clear focus, we are called to make God the biggest part of our view. When we fixate on problems or sickness, we lose sight of Him. But when we focus on His power, miracles, and promises, our faith grows.
When we trust in God’s timing and promises, we experience joy and hope, unbound by time or earthly limitations. In Christ, we are eternal, joined to the timeless Creator. Let your faith be strengthened as you hold onto His promises, even when circumstances challenge your vision.
Join us as we dive into the power of a prophetic vision and the life-changing impact of believing God’s word for your life. You are His offspring, destined to leave a legacy of faith. Don’t limit your vision—allow it to be filled with what God has promised!
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Abraham, Melchizedek, and Jesus
November 3, 2024 • Pastor Mark Machen • 1 Timothy 1:8–10, Hebrews 11:8–12, Genesis 14:18–23, Hebrews 6:13—7:28
Discover the power of righteousness and grace in this inspiring message about Jesus, our eternal High Priest. He has paved the way for a direct relationship with the Father, offering hope and grace that anchors our hearts. No matter how far someone seems, Jesus can reach them, restore them, and build something new. Join us as we dive into the depths of God’s endless priesthood, His unchanging love, and the assurance that we can come to Him directly. Together, let’s embrace our role in the Body of Christ, living and loving as He intended.
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The Faith of Abraham: The Place of Provision
October 27, 2024 • Pastor Mark Machen • 1 Corinthians 3:11–15, Genesis 22:1–14, Genesis 1:28, Matthew 6:33, Hebrews 11:1–18
Pastor Mark continues our series on Abraham’s faith, covering how he did not only experience God once but chose to believe, trust, and allow his life to be transformed by God’s will, faith, and blessings. This message calls us to shift our perspective—to live not for what we can achieve in our own lifetime but for what God can accomplish through our faith and obedience across generations. True faith leaves a legacy; it doesn’t end with us but continues, finding fulfillment in future generations.
Our only lasting foundation is one built on Christ, and while we can strive to build on our own strength and desires, these efforts fade without His blessing. Instead, as we trust and surrender, God works through our lives in ways that bring us closer to Him. Abraham’s story reveals this truth; from partial obedience to becoming unwavering in faith at age 100, he built a legacy of faith that endures. Abraham’s journey reminds us that living fully by God’s plans—not our own—leads us into a life of greater purpose and fulfillment.
So, what does a life built on Christ look like? It’s a life of faith and trust in His promises, where our greatest experiences are shaped by God’s will. When we stop asking God to bless our plans and instead fully embrace His, we can be confident that He’ll lead us beyond our fears and into His greatest purpose for us.
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October 13, 2024 • Pastor Mark Machen • Galatians 3:13–14, Hebrews 11:1–10, 2 Chronicles 16:9, Genesis 12—15, Genesis 1:28
Continuing our Bible Foundations series going through Hebrews 11, Pastor Mark is taking us on a journey to learn from those who walked with and pleased God through faith.
In this overview of Abraham, we explore how God is interested in the seeds of faith you live by, and how they impact future generations.
Just as Abraham was called by God to establish a lineage of righteousness, we are also called to live by faith, passing down a legacy that is on fire for God.
Abraham, despite his mistakes, is a perfect representation of grace and favor. He believed God’s promises, and even in a time of famine, he experienced immense blessing.
God’s favor was so powerful in Abraham’s life that it couldn’t go unnoticed, even by kings. This message reminds us that God’s promises and blessings are more important than our own behavior or decisions. Even when we make mistakes, God still protects and preserves us.
Jesus has positioned us to experience the same blessings and favor that Abraham did, and we have an even greater capacity to believe because we carry the faith of Jesus within us. If you feel like you haven’t fully stepped into God’s will, it may be because God is waiting for you to come to the end of yourself.
To experience God’s blessings, the key is to cultivate a heart of gratitude. When we focus on what He has already blessed us with, our hope and expectation for greater things will rise.
Look at Jesus and His promises, and don’t limit your vision by focusing too much on your current situation. Step outside, look at the stars, and see what God has already done. His plan for your life is greater than you can imagine.
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The Faith of Noah
October 6, 2024 • Pastor Mark Machen • 1 Peter 2:24, Hebrews 11:1–7, Genesis 6:1–19, Genesis 7:1–12, Genesis 9:1–17
Pastor Mark continues his series through the Hall of Faith, exploring the remarkable story of Noah, a man who stood firm in his faith despite living in a world consumed by sin and corruption.
Noah wasn't just a builder of the ark—he was also a preacher of righteousness, boldly proclaiming the message of God's goodness and calling people to repentance even as they rejected Him. His life serves as a powerful example of obedience and unwavering faith in the face of immense challenges. Noah built the ark as an act of trust in God's instructions, reminding us that we must live out our faith through action, not just belief.
Noah’s story is also a profound reflection of Jesus and the salvation He brings. The ark represents Christ, the ultimate way of salvation, providing refuge from the flood of sin and destruction. Just as there was only one door into the ark, there is only one way to be saved from the devastation of sin—through Jesus. When Noah and his family entered the ark, God Himself shut the door, symbolizing the complete protection and deliverance that come through faith in Christ. In the same way, when we accept Jesus, we step into His grace, where our past is erased, and we are protected from the enemy’s destruction.
Finally, the covenant God made with Noah, symbolized by the rainbow, is a reminder of His everlasting mercy and kindness. Just as God promised never to destroy the earth by flood again, He promises to pour out His love, mercy, and grace on us through Jesus. This covenant remains true today, and just as Noah found grace in God's eyes, we too have access to His endless kindness and love. This message of hope calls us to seek God with all our hearts, experience His goodness, and live a life fully transformed by His grace. Through Noah’s faith and Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice, we are invited into a life of righteousness, healing, and intimacy with God, free from the grip of sin and filled with the riches of His mercy.
New Places
September 29, 2024 • Genesis 28:11–21
Benjamin Conway joins us from Tree of Life Church in the UK to explore how God calls us to step out of our comfort zones and into new places to experience His promises.
Moving to new places in life may feel uncomfortable, but that discomfort is the bridge to your destiny. God uses these moments to prepare you for greater things.
The best way to get to where you’re going is by being faithful where you are, trusting that small beginnings will lead to bigger opportunities. Moses and Joseph are examples of how love, faith, and obedience to God’s call will lead you through unfamiliar territories and roles, ultimately fulfilling His plan for your life.
Walking in your destiny requires leaving the familiar behind. If you want to experience new miracles, friendships, and opportunities, you must be willing to go places you’ve never been.
God orders your steps, taking you one step at a time, so don’t be discouraged if the journey takes longer than expected. Trust that He is guiding your path, even when the way forward feels uncertain.
This message reminds us that we are not meant to chase what others have done. You are not a copy; you are a masterpiece created for a unique purpose. God’s plan for your life is unlike anything the world has ever seen before.
Be led by love, not by feelings, and let the glory of God rest on you as you step into new territories and change the world. Get ready for surprises along the way—miracles, promotions, new revenue streams, and deeper relationships are coming. Your destiny is unfolding in ways you’ve never imagined, and it all starts with being faithful in the small beginnings.
Now is the time to walk in your calling and trust that God is leading you to new places filled with His purpose and provision.
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The Faith of Enoch: Be the Light
September 22, 2024 • Pastor Mark Machen • Hebrews 11:1–6, Genesis 5:21–24, 1 Thessalonians 4:1–8, Ephesians 1:18–21, Romans 5:17
Pastor Mark continues our journey through the Hall of Faith by looking at the life of Enoch—a man who walked with God and never experienced death.
Enoch’s life serves as a powerful reminder of what it means to truly walk with God and to live by faith. We look at what it means to please God like Enoch did and how we can do that today.
As believers, we are called to reflect Christ in everything we do, but the church has often fallen short. Instead of being the light, we’ve been plagued by envy, strife, and confusion, preventing us from being the true reflection of Jesus.
But the only solution to the darkness in this world is Jesus Himself. Jesus didn’t come to establish a political kingdom; He came to obliterate sin, heal the broken, and reclaim the hearts and lives lost to darkness.
This message explores how we, like Enoch, can walk in a way that pleases God. When we live by faith, we become vessels of Christ’s victory, power, and freedom. Ephesians 1:18-21 reminds us of the immense power available to those who believe—resurrection power living inside of us, ready to be released into the world. There is nothing the enemy can do that Jesus hasn’t already conquered. The same power that raised Christ from the dead lives in you, and when you walk in faith, you’re not just surviving; you’re reigning in life.
But it’s not enough to simply believe. Faith without works is dead. We can’t claim to live by faith if our lives don’t reflect it. Enoch’s walk with God wasn’t just about his words or beliefs—it was about his daily life. He knew God’s voice, walked in righteousness, and his life became a living testimony. When people look at your life, do they see a reflection of Christ? Or are there areas where you’re holding back, allowing fear and timidity to rule instead of faith?
Romans 5:17 challenges us to reign in life, but reigning isn’t about hiding away and enjoying personal blessings. God hasn’t saved you just for yourself—He saved you to impact the world around you. As children of God, we are called to be resources for the Kingdom, bringing the goodness of God into our families, workplaces, and communities. We are not called to be timid or silent, but bold and courageous in demonstrating God’s love and power.
Faith is not born out of emotions or feelings; it is a decision. A choice to believe God’s promises and to live in a way that reflects that belief. Mark 11:24 reminds us that God desires to fulfill our needs and desires, but His plans extend beyond our personal interests. Walking with God means aligning our hearts with His will and letting His righteousness transform our lives.
Enoch’s story is a powerful example of living by faith. His life pleased God, not because of the length of his days, but because he fulfilled his purpose. Will you allow God to transform you, to make you a vessel for His kingdom? Your walk with God can change not only your life but the world around you. The time is now to step out in faith, reflect the righteousness of Christ, and become an example of His power and love to a world in desperate need.
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Seeing Past Death
September 15, 2024 • Chad Gonzales • 2 Corinthians 5, 1 Thessalonians 5:9–10, Hebrews 10:10–14, Colossians 3:1–10, Romans 6:4–10
Chad Gonzales delivers a powerful sermon on our righteousness and position with Christ. Many believers think they need to wait until they get to heaven to experience the fullness of what Jesus offers. But the reality is, we are called to live from a heavenly perspective right now.
Walking by faith isn’t about blindly navigating life; it’s about adopting a new way of seeing, the way Jesus sees. Our union with Christ brings us into alignment with His thoughts, mindset, and perspective, transforming the way we engage with the world and the challenges we face.
When we regard ourselves according to the flesh, we live like dead men. But when we embrace our identity as spirit beings, divinely connected to Christ, we begin to live out the fullness of life that God intends for us. Our life and results are not supposed to change when we transition from earth to heaven; we are meant to live with that same union with Christ now. What we experience with the Father isn’t meant to be different in heaven—it’s meant to be our reality here on earth.
This message unpacks the transformative power of understanding that you are a spirit being. Your connection with Christ is so deep that His thoughts, His perspective, and His mind become your own. This changes everything about how we live, how we think, and how we walk by faith.
If you’ve been wondering why you’re experiencing hell on earth while waiting for heaven, this message will reveal the key to living in the fullness of your union with Christ today. Learn to see yourself the way God sees you and walk in the righteousness you’ve already received through Jesus.
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The Faith of Abel
September 8, 2024 • Pastor Mark Machen • Hebrews 12:22–24, Hebrews 11:1–6, Genesis 4:1–12, Hebrews 9:9–15, Hebrews 10:3–14
We take a journey through the Hall of Faith, starting with Abel who faithfully honored God. From the story of Cain and Abel, we learn that God is not looking for external perfection but for offerings made with faith. Giving in faith invites God's involvement, leading to supernatural results.
The life of faith extends beyond our efforts; God asks us to trust Him for things we can't accomplish on our own. Faith is at the heart of everything – it drives us to action, enabling us to see the unseen and trust God's plan.
Like Abel’s blood which cried out to God, the blood of Jesus powerfully lives on touching every believer. Not only covers sin but removes its very nature, freeing us from the effects of sin such as brokenness, fear, and despair. Jesus didn’t come to simply forgive sin – He came to remove it entirely, offering us a life of freedom and holiness. When we let go of our own plans and surrender to His will, we experience true transformation and the fullness of God’s blessing.
We explore the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer. The Holy Spirit equips us to become witnesses of God's grace, working through our lives to bring impact and power. Throughout Scripture, we see examples of unredeemed men who dared to believe God, such as Daniel in the lions’ den, David facing Goliath, and the men in the fiery furnace. These stories remind us of what God can accomplish when His Spirit is in us. When we surrender our lives to Him, the creative power of God lives inside us, guiding us through His Word. As we seek to be led by the Spirit, we must anchor ourselves in the truth of God's Word, not just in feelings. Even Jesus, the perfect example, relied on the Word of God to overcome temptation.
The enemy often tries to lead us astray by causing us to question God's Word and focus on what we lack. But God's love is always pursuing us, even when we feel separated by sin. He desires relationship and never stops searching for us.
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