Jesus calls His church to be centered on the true identity of Christ and shaped by the way of the cross, denying
self, trusting Him above worldly success, and following Him in daily surrender and eternal hope.
Exposing the Heart
May 10, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Matthew 15:1–20
Jesus teaches that true spirituality is not about external rituals, religious performance, or keeping man-made
rules. It’s about a transformed heart that responds to God’s grace and reflects that grace in the way we love
and treat people.
Getting Out of the Boat
May 3, 2026 • Matthew Huston • Matthew 14:22–33
Our faith will surely be tested. We will experience doubt and fear. But if we can get familiar with keeping our eyes on Jesus, it will make all the difference in the world.
Living Among the Weeds
April 26, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Matthew 13:24–30, Matthew 13:34–43
In a world where evil seems to flourish, Jesus calls us not to eliminate evil people ourselves, but to trust God’s
timing, focus on His harvest, and influence the world through quiet, faithful kingdom impact.
Kingdoms in Conflict
April 19, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Matthew 12:22–37
Jesus reveals that there are only two kingdoms, God’s and Satan’s. Our response to Him, along with the words
we speak, reveal not only where we belong, but where our hearts are still trying to build our own kingdom
instead of His.
Disappointment with God
April 12, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Matthew 11:1–15
Even when we are disappointed with God because He doesn’t meet our expectations, Jesus responds with compassion, not rejection. He invites us to trust His word and works while He defends and honors those who struggle with doubt but do not fall away.
The Greatest Comeback
April 5, 2026 • Scott Paulson • 2 Corinthians 4:7–18
We don’t get a pass on life’s struggles because Jesus rose from the dead, but we do get His
power, His presence, and an eternal hope that carries us through them.
Good Friday 2026
April 3, 2026 • Doug Slachter • Isaiah 53, Luke 9:23–26
Empower Disciples Who Make Disciples
March 29, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Matthew 28:18–20, 2 Timothy 2:2, Mark 4:21–25
We are commanded by Jesus be disciples who make disciples. We do this by intentionally investing in others
and inviting them to find and follow Jesus.
Equip the Church
March 22, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Ephesians 4:11–16
Spiritual maturity happens when we pursue God personally and serve others sacrificially.
Engage with God and God’s People
March 15, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Mark 12:28–34
The greatest commandment is to love God and love others. Followers of Jesus can align their lives with God’s
priorities by engaging with God through worship, and engaging with God’s people through community.
When the Church Aligns Around the Mission
March 8, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Acts 15:1–19
The church is better together when we align around the mission, and stay rooted in the Bible, centered on the
gospel, and focused on helping people find and follow Jesus.
Sent, Surrounded, Secure
March 1, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Matthew 10:16–31
Following Jesus brings opposition, but we face it with confidence, not fear, because we are secure in our Father’s care.
From Compassion to Calling
February 22, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Matthew 9:27–38, Matthew 10:1
When we receive Jesus’ compassion, we are called to share His mission. This involves seeing people as He sees them, praying for His harvest, and stepping forward in obedience as workers empowered by His authority.
Amazing Faith
February 15, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Matthew 8:5–13
Jesus is amazed by humble, dependent faith that trusts His authority, relies on the power of His word, and
intercedes for others.
Wise Judgement
February 8, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Matthew 7:1–12
Judging others distorts our view of God, others, and ourselves; Jesus invites us to instead ask God for wisdom,
remove our own blind spots, and serve others with grace and love.
Living for an Audience of One
February 1, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Matthew 6:1–21
When we live for human approval, we settle for temporary rewards; when we live for God, we receive eternal rewards.
One Thing That Will Transform Every Relationship
January 25, 2026 • Dr. Paul Friesen • Mark 10:17–21
Following Jesus as the “one thing” transforms every relationship and reorients how we live, love, and lead.
Influence from the Inside Out
January 18, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Matthew 5:1–16
God changes the world not by religious performance, but by forming Christlike character in His people so they
can live as salt and light.
The Battle Beneath the Behavior
January 11, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Matthew 4:1–11
Temptation is ultimately a battle of trust—whether we will trust God’s love, God’s Word, and God’s plan, or take control ourselves.
Preparing Our Hearts For Jesus
January 4, 2026 • Scott Paulson • Matthew 3
Repentance prepares our hearts to receive what only Jesus can do.
