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Presence | John Muller

September 15, 2024 • John Muller • Exodus 33

We often hear about someone who has a "calming presence," or what it’s like to be "in the presence of greatness." But what comes to mind when you think about being in the presence of God? Is this even something we have access to? The truth is, we have access to God through prayer right now, but we are constantly surrounded by distractions. In this week's message from Exodus 33, Pastor John explains how experiencing God's presence is vitally important in understanding two things: who we are and what our purpose is.

The Five Convictions Of Those Who Transform The World

September 8, 2024 • J.D. Greear • Acts 7

Though the first few chapters of Acts are filled with baptisms and miracles, the pivotal point of the book—the stoning of Stephen—shows how God uses ordinary believers to display his power and accomplish his mission amidst persecution. In this week's message from Acts 7 and 8, Pastor J.D. encourages us to consider how God might be calling us to advance the mission of the gospel. It won't look the same for everyone, of course. But the worth of Jesus and the truth of the gospel should compel us to share with a lost and dying world, whether here or overseas.

ASKing for Wisdom: Ask + Seek + Knock

September 1, 2024 • Curtis Andrusko • Matthew 7

We all face situations in our lives that seem impossible to navigate, where we simply lack the wisdom to make the best decision. It is in these moments where we might be tempted to think that if we only did enough research or talked to enough people, we would have the discernment needed. In reality, true wisdom comes from God alone, and he invites us to ask him for it. In this week's message from Matthew 7, Pastor Curtis shows us how we can seek God through prayer, approaching him as our Father who delights in giving good gifts to his children.

Imagine the Worst

July 7, 2024 • John Muller

We all build our lives on something. For many, it's the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle. For others, it may be the allure of a successful career or the comfort of relationships. But these things were never meant to bear the weight of our faith. In this week's message from Mark 5, Pastor John takes us through the story of two healings performed by Jesus, the only one in whom we can joyfully and confidently place our faith.

Praying Like Fools

January 7, 2024 • J.D. Greear

It's safe to say that we all desire to pray bold prayers, grounded in God's Word and fueled by his Spirit. So why is it that we often find ourselves settling for a prayer life that is characterized more by timidity than audacity? As we prepare to begin 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting, this week's message from Pastor J.D. focuses on a lesser-known story of Elijah and King Ahab in 1 Kings 18. Bold prayer, prayer that truly changes things, isn't just reserved for the select few—rather, it is something that all believers can and should practice.

A Practical Plan to Progress

December 31, 2023 • Curtis Andrusko

In this short message from 1 Corinthians 16, Pastor Curtis provides valuable direction for us as we find ourselves on the cusp of a new year, giving us four practical steps to ensure we are making progress in our lives as Christians. While we don't know exactly what this new year will hold, we can be sure that there will be both highs and lows. But we can also know with certainty that even through these mountains and valleys, consistent steps of obedience to God will lead to our growth as disciples.

Preparing the Way of the Lord

November 25, 2023 • Daniel Simmons

Pastor Daniel Simmons shares a message from Matthew 3:1-11.

Prepare The Way

November 26, 2023 • John Muller

In this week's message, Capital Hills Campus Pastor John Muller teaches about preparing the way for Jesus by working through Mark 1:1-8.

Four-Corners Giving

November 19, 2023 • J.D. Greear • Luke 11:34–36, Leviticus 19:9–10

Would you describe yourself as a generous person? If not, chances are that you may be viewing the world through the wrong lens. In this week's message from Leviticus 19, Pastor J.D. shows us how seeing the world through the correct lens can propel us toward lives characterized by gratitude and generosity. Though there may not be a prescribed amount that we are to give, it is clear that God intends for us to steward what he has entrusted to us in a way that results in considerable blessing to those who are in need.

Declaration Day: Baptism

October 22, 2023 • Curtis Andrusko • Acts 2:22–41

When we see Jesus for who he truly is, we can't help but respond. In this week's message from Acts 2, Pastor Curtis shows us how the crowd at Pentecost had a revelation about Jesus that led them to respond in repentance and baptism. Maybe you don't feel ready to be baptized, or you aren't sure it's really necessary in order to follow Jesus. Or maybe, like those present at Pentecost, today is the day that you declare your readiness to submit to and identify with Jesus through baptism.

Takes One to Make One

September 3, 2023 • John Muller • Matthew 4:18–22

"I will make you fishers of men." As Pastor John shows us in this week's message from Matthew 4, what Jesus promised to two brothers long ago is what he also promises us, if only we will follow him. The idea of following can often seem counterintuitive in a culture such as ours, with its focus on individualism and self-reliance. And yet, it is only when we joyfully submit ourselves to the leadership of Jesus that we will truly become disciple-making disciples.

How Do We Know the Bible is True?

August 6, 2023 • Curtis Andrusko • 2 Peter 1:16–21

We live in a world that increasingly disregards the Bible and scoffs at claims that it is the inerrant Word of God. As Christians, then, how do we answer those who challenge our faith in this book? In this week's message from 2 Peter 1, Pastor Curtis shows us what the Bible is and isn't, and gives us compelling evidence for why we can stake our lives—and, ultimately, our eternities—on the truths of Scripture.

Delight

July 1, 2023 • Josh Ingram • Isaiah 55

Apex Campus Pastor Josh Ingram shares a message from Isaiah 55.

Great Faith Greater Savior

July 1, 2023 • Gus Pacheco • Luke 8

North Durham Campus Pastor Gus Pacheco shares a message from Luke 8.

Cast Not Carry

July 1, 2023 • Dustin Wells • 1 Peter 5:6–7

Blue Ridge Campus Pastor Dustin Wells shares a message from 1 Peter 5:6-7.