May 31, 2026 - Pastor James

Built on the Rock: Walking in His Way

Pastor James’ message centers on the call to build a life on the firm foundation of Jesus Christ by walking in obedience to God’s way rather than our own. Continuing through the Sermon on the Mount, he revisits Jesus’ teaching on the narrow gate, emphasizing that Christ alone is the way to salvation and abundant life. Pastor James challenges believers to move beyond merely hearing Scripture into covenant relationship, surrender, and spiritual authority rooted in intimacy with God. Drawing from Jesus as the “door,” the imagery of a tree planted by living water, and Peter’s revelation of Christ as the foundation upon which the church is built, Pastor James encourages the church to stand firm when storms come by building their lives on the unshakable rock of knowing and following Jesus.

Scriptures:
* Matthew 7:13–23 * Matthew 7:21–27 * John 10:9–16
* Psalms 1:1–6 * Matthew 16:16–18

May 24, 2026 - Pastor James

The Narrow Way: Knowing the Truth by the Fruit

Pastor James centers his teaching on the narrow way of discipleship found in Matthew 7, emphasizing that Jesus alone is “the way” and calling believers to discernment, holiness, and authentic faith. He warns against deception and false teaching, urging the church to recognize spiritual influence by its fruit rather than appearance, while examining their own lives to ensure they reflect Christ’s character. Pastor James challenges listeners to live with spiritual awareness, reject compromise, and remain aligned with God’s truth so they are not led astray by cultural confusion, selfish agendas, or counterfeit faith.

Scriptures:
* Matthew 7:13–14 * Matthew 7:15 * Matthew 7:16–20 * Matthew 7:21–29
* John 14:6 * Acts 4:12 * Ezekiel 22:26–29 * Acts 20:29 * 2 Corinthians 13:5

May 17, 2026 - Pastor Brandi

Built On The Rock

Pastor Brandi challenges believers to examine the foundation of their faith through the teachings of Matthew 7. She emphasizes the importance of righteous discernment, authentic obedience to God, persistent prayer, and living according to Christ’s words rather than merely hearing them. Her message encourages us to remain spiritually alert, avoid superficial faith, and build our lives firmly upon the truth of Jesus so we can withstand life’s storms and trials. Pastor Brandi reminds us that true discipleship is revealed through both faith and action.

Scriptures:
* Matthew 7:1-5 * Matthew 7:7-8 * Matthew 7:13-14
* Matthew 7:15-20 * Matthew 7:21-23 * Matthew 7:24-27

May 10, 2026 - Pastor Brandi

Living in the Light of Faith

Pastor Brandi explores the transformative power of faith in daily life, emphasizing how trust in God shapes decisions, relationships, and personal growth. Drawing attention to Genesis 1:27 then Genesis 5:2 noting that God created man and woman making the observation that woman was never designated as less than man, just different. Pastor Brandi makes reference to the role of Deborah in the book of Judges as she illustrates practical ways believers can align their actions with God's will, fostering a life of purpose, peace, and spiritual clarity. Pastor Brandi challenges the congregation to embrace faith not only as a belief but as a guiding principle that actively influences every aspect of their journey.

Scriptures:
* Genesis 1:27 * Genesis 5:2 * Judges 4:1-10
* Judges 5:1-7 * Judges 6:12-16 * Judges 7:2-7

May 3, 2026 - Pastor Brandi

“Right Judgment and Right Discernment: Understanding the Heart of Matthew 7”

This message centers on a deeper exploration of Gospel of Matthew chapter 7, particularly the often-misunderstood transition around verse 6. Pastor Brandi emphasizes that Jesus’ teaching is not merely about avoiding judgment, but about cultivating righteous discernment rooted in humility and spiritual maturity. By revisiting the connection between verses 1–5 and 7–12, the sermon highlights how skipping over the difficult middle passage can lead to spiritual pride, misapplication of Scripture, and a distorted view of others. The call is for believers to move beyond surface-level reading, engage the Word more deeply, and reflect God’s heart accurately in both how they examine themselves and how they interact with the world.

Scripture References:
* Matthew 7:1–12 * Matthew 7:6 * 2 Timothy 3