Sunday Sermons

Are You Ready for Jesus' Return? | The Parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 25:1–13)

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

How can Christians be ready for the return of Jesus? That question has fascinated believers for centuries. In this message from Matthew 25:1–13, we examine Jesus' Parable of the Ten Virgins and discover that His primary concern is not helping us predict when He will return, but preparing us for how we should live while we wait.

Jesus tells the story of ten bridesmaids waiting for a bridegroom. Five wisely bring extra oil for their lamps, while five fail to prepare for a delay. When the bridegroom finally arrives unexpectedly, only those who were ready enter the wedding feast. The parable ends with Jesus' clear command: "Keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour."

This sermon places the parable within the larger context of Matthew 24–25, where Jesus answers questions about the end times and repeatedly warns His followers against false predictions and misplaced confidence. Throughout history, many have attempted to calculate the date of Christ's return, yet Jesus calls His people to something much greater than speculation—He calls them to faithful endurance.

Drawing from the rich imagery of ancient Jewish wedding customs, this message highlights Jesus as the Bridegroom and the Church as His bride. Just as a bride waited expectantly for her groom without knowing the exact hour of his arrival, believers today are called to live in joyful anticipation of Christ's return. Jesus' promise in John 14 becomes even more meaningful when understood through this cultural background: He has gone to prepare a place for His people and will one day return for them.

The sermon concludes with practical ways Christians can remain spiritually watchful: cultivate a genuine relationship with Jesus, live with hopeful expectancy instead of fearful prediction, guard your heart, pursue sincere faith, maintain spiritual passion, serve others, pray faithfully, and order your life around the reality that Christ could return at any time.

Whether you've wondered "When will Jesus return?", "What does the Parable of the Ten Virgins mean?", or "How can I be spiritually prepared?", this message points us back to Jesus' timeless invitation: remain faithful, keep watch, and live each day ready to meet the Bridegroom.

The Parable of the Prodigal Son: What Is God Really Like? | Luke 15

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Many people wonder, "What is God really like?" Jesus answers that question through one of His most well-known parables in Luke 15—the Parable of the Prodigal Son.

In this message from First Baptist Hanford, Pastor Brian Gai explores how this familiar story is actually about much more than a wayward son returning home. Jesus tells this parable in response to religious leaders who criticized Him for welcoming sinners. Through the younger son, the older brother, and the compassionate father, Jesus reveals the heart of God toward every person.

The younger son represents those who reject God while chasing fulfillment in the world, only to discover that sin always leaves us empty. After wasting everything, he returns home expecting rejection but instead finds compassion, forgiveness, and complete restoration. The father's embrace, robe, ring, sandals, and celebration all point to God's incredible grace toward repentant sinners.

The older brother represents another kind of lostness. Though outwardly obedient, he believes his moral performance has earned God's favor. His pride and self-righteousness keep him from celebrating God's mercy. Jesus reminds us that both open rebellion and religious pride can keep us from experiencing a relationship with God.

Ultimately, this sermon points to the Father as the central figure of the story. God is not distant or reluctant to forgive. He pursues the lost, welcomes the broken, restores those who return to Him, and extends the same invitation to those who believe they have earned His acceptance. Through Jesus Christ, everyone is invited into God's family—not because of good works, but because of God's grace.

This message also challenges believers to reflect God's heart by intentionally pursuing people who are far from God. Rather than becoming comfortable within the church, followers of Jesus are called to seek out neighbors, friends, coworkers, and family members with the hope of the gospel. The invitation of Luke 15 remains the same today: God invites everyone into the feast.

If you've ever asked, "Can God forgive me?", "Does God still love me?", "Am I too far gone?", or "What is God really like?", this sermon offers hope found in the loving heart of our Heavenly Father.

The Parable of the Mustard Seed and Yeast: How God's Kingdom Grows Through Small Beginnings

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Many people wonder why God's work can feel so slow or why their faithfulness seems to make so little difference. In Jesus' parables of the mustard seed and the yeast (Matthew 13:31–33), He answers those questions by revealing how the Kingdom of God grows. What appears small, unnoticed, or insignificant in God's hands becomes something far greater than anyone could imagine.

In this sermon from First Baptist Hanford, Pastor Mike Lorah explores how Jesus intentionally compared His kingdom to one of the smallest seeds planted in Israel and a tiny amount of yeast hidden in a large batch of dough. While the world celebrates influence, power, and immediate success, God's kingdom advances through humble beginnings, faithful obedience, and quiet transformation.

You'll discover why Scripture repeatedly shows God choosing ordinary people like David, Gideon, Moses, and the disciples to accomplish extraordinary purposes. This message also connects Jesus' teaching to Old Testament prophecy in Ezekiel, demonstrating that God's kingdom was always intended to grow beyond Israel and become a blessing to every nation.

Beyond explaining the meaning of these parables, this sermon offers practical encouragement for everyday life. Whether you're praying for a prodigal child, faithfully serving in your church, raising your family, sharing your faith with a coworker, or simply wondering if your efforts matter, Jesus reminds us not to despise small beginnings. God's work often happens beneath the surface long before anyone sees the results.

The message also highlights how the gospel transforms people from the inside out. Rather than merely changing behavior, Christ changes the heart, reshaping our desires, priorities, relationships, work, finances, and every area of life. Just as yeast spreads throughout the entire batch of dough, the reign of Christ is meant to influence every part of who we are.

Ultimately, these parables point to Jesus Himself. His earthly ministry appeared weak and insignificant, culminating in a cross that looked like defeat. Yet through His resurrection, God accomplished history's greatest victory and established an eternal kingdom that continues to grow today.

If you've ever questioned whether your prayers, obedience, or faithfulness make a difference, this message offers hope, perspective, and confidence that God is still growing His kingdom—one faithful step at a time.

The Parable of the Rich Fool: What Jesus Teaches About Money, Greed, and Eternal Perspective | Luke 12:13–21

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

What does the Bible really say about money? Is it wrong to be wealthy? How can Christians enjoy God's blessings without allowing money to become an idol? These are questions many people wrestle with, and Jesus addresses them directly in the Parable of the Rich Fool found in Luke 12:13–21.

In this message from First Baptist Hanford, Pastor Brian Gai explains that the issue in Jesus' parable is not wealth itself but the condition of the human heart. The rich man wasn't called a fool because he had an abundant harvest. He was called a fool because he believed his possessions could provide lasting security, satisfaction, and purpose apart from God.

Jesus reminds us that "life does not consist in an abundance of possessions." Our culture constantly encourages us to chase more—more money, bigger homes, nicer cars, and greater financial security. Yet those pursuits can quietly lead to greed, envy, and misplaced trust. Instead of living only for temporary success, Jesus calls His followers to live with an eternal perspective.

This sermon explores what it means to be "rich toward God" by faithfully stewarding the resources He has entrusted to us. Through biblical teaching and practical application, you'll learn how budgeting, generosity, spiritual disciplines, and intentional stewardship help shape a heart that treasures Christ above material wealth.

Whether you're struggling with financial anxiety, wrestling with contentment, planning for retirement, or simply wondering how your faith should influence your finances, this message offers biblical wisdom that is both encouraging and practical. Rather than condemning wealth, Jesus invites us to see money as a tool for worship, generosity, and advancing God's kingdom.

If you've ever asked questions like, "What does Jesus say about money?", "How do I overcome greed?", "Can Christians be rich?", or "How do I develop an eternal perspective?", this sermon will point you back to the hope, freedom, and purpose found in Christ.

The Good Samaritan: What Jesus Teaches About Mercy, Love, and Being a Neighbor

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

In this sermon from First Baptist Hanford, Peter N. Anderson teaches through the Parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10. Jesus tells this story in response to a religious expert who asks, “Who is my neighbor?” But Luke tells us the man was not simply looking for clarity. He wanted to justify himself.

That question still speaks to us today. We may not ask it out loud, but we often try to define the limits of love. We ask how much we really have to care, how involved we need to get, and whether someone’s need is truly our responsibility. Jesus answers not with a definition, but with a story that exposes the heart.

In the parable, a man is beaten, robbed, and left half dead on the road. A priest and a Levite both see him and pass by. These were religious people who knew God’s commands, yet they avoided the wounded man. Then a Samaritan, someone the original audience would have seen as an outsider and even an enemy, stops and shows mercy.

Jesus shows that love of neighbor is not just a belief we agree with. Mercy moves. Mercy comes close. Mercy gives time, attention, care, and resources. The Samaritan bandages the man’s wounds, brings him to safety, pays for his care, and promises to return. His compassion becomes action.

But this parable is more than a call to try harder. Before we are the Samaritan, we are the wounded person in the road. Sin left us helpless, and Jesus came near. He did not pass by. He carried our burden, paid our debt, and gave His life for us.

Because we have received mercy from Christ, we are called to show mercy to others. Jesus’ command is simple and direct: “Go and do likewise.” This sermon helps us ask where we have been passing by and how God is calling us to become people of mercy.

Why Jesus Taught in Parables | The Story Beneath the Story | Matthew 13:1-23

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Why did Jesus teach in parables?In Matthew 13, Jesus begins teaching through parables, but these stories are not just simple illustrations or moral lessons. Jesus uses parables to reveal the kingdom of God and expose the condition of the human heart.In this message from Matthew 13:1-23, Pastor Peter Anderson opens our series on the parables by looking at the Parable of the Sower. Jesus shows us that the same seed can be scattered, the same word can be preached, and the same truth can be heard, but not every heart receives it the same way. Some hearts are hard. Some hearts are shallow. Some hearts are crowded. But the good soil hears the word, understands it, and bears fruit.This message asks a simple but serious question: Are you actually ready to hear Jesus?

Why Does God Care About My Sexuality? Finding Your Identity in Jesus

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

In this message from our series The Hard Questions, Pastor Peter Anderson addresses one of the most personal and challenging questions facing Christians today: Why does God care about my sexuality?

For many people, conversations about sexuality and identity are deeply personal. They involve real people, real relationships, real struggles, and real questions about belonging, truth, and God's love. Rather than approaching the topic with condemnation or fear, this sermon begins with compassion and points listeners back to the heart of the gospel.

Drawing from passages such as Mark 7, 1 Corinthians 6, Luke 9, and Galatians 2, Pastor Peter explains that God's concern is not merely about behavior. God's concern is about the human heart. Jesus teaches that our deepest problem is not simply external influences but the reality of sin that affects every part of us. Because of this, our feelings and desires, while real, cannot serve as the ultimate authority for our identity.

The sermon also explores the biblical view of the body. In a culture that often treats the body as something to redefine according to personal feelings, Scripture teaches that our bodies are gifts from God, created with purpose and value. As followers of Christ, we are called to honor God with every part of our lives, including our sexuality.

Most importantly, this message highlights the hope of the gospel. The Bible teaches that sin does not get the final word over our lives. Through Jesus Christ, we are forgiven, redeemed, and given a new identity. Rather than being defined by our desires, struggles, failures, or past experiences, believers are invited to find their identity in Christ alone.

Whether you are wrestling with questions about sexuality, identity, temptation, or discipleship, this sermon offers a biblical and compassionate reminder that God cares because He loves us. His desire is not to shame us but to lead us into the freedom, purpose, and new life found in Jesus.

The central message is simple yet powerful: God loves us too much to let anything smaller than Jesus name us.

How to Trust God in Difficult Times: Finding Purpose in Life’s Trials | James 1

Sun, 31 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Why does God allow suffering? How can we trust God when life feels overwhelming? These are questions many Christians wrestle with during seasons of hardship. In this message from James 1:1-12, we explore how God uses trials to strengthen our faith and shape our character.

James writes to believers who were facing persecution, uncertainty, and suffering. Instead of promising an easy life, he challenges them to view their trials through a different lens. He teaches that difficulties are not meaningless obstacles but opportunities for spiritual growth. When our faith is tested, perseverance is developed, and perseverance helps us become mature and complete in Christ.

Many people struggle to trust God when circumstances don't make sense. Job loss, financial pressure, broken relationships, illness, grief, and disappointment can cause us to question God's goodness and care. James reminds us that God's faithfulness should not be measured by our comfort. Instead, we must remember that God's ultimate purpose is to make us more like Jesus.

This sermon also highlights the importance of seeking God's wisdom during difficult seasons. When we lack understanding, perspective, or experience, God invites us to ask Him for wisdom. He generously provides guidance to those who seek Him in faith.

Using powerful illustrations and practical application, this message encourages believers to look for God's presence in the middle of their trials, lean on the support of other Christians, and trust that God is working even when they cannot see the full picture.

The Hard Questions || Hell

Sun, 24 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT

In Luke 16:19 to 31, Jesus tells one of the most sobering stories in Scripture: the rich man and Lazarus.
This message looks at what Jesus teaches about hell, eternity, judgment, and the urgency of responding to the gospel. Hell is not a doctrine we should talk about lightly, but it is a doctrine we cannot ignore if we are going to take Jesus seriously.
In this sermon, we look at the background of Gehenna, the Valley of Hinnom, the first century Jewish understanding of the afterlife, and what Luke 16 shows us about death, judgment, and eternity. We also look at why common false teachings like purgatory, universalism, and annihilationism fall short of what Jesus teaches.

The goal is not fear for fear’s sake. The goal is clarity, urgency, and confidence in the Savior who came to rescue sinners.
Hell is real.

Death is final.
Scripture is enough.
Jesus has risen from the dead.
The time to respond is now.

Is the church anti-science?

Sun, 17 May 2026 13:40:33 GMT

A lot of people have been told that faith and science cannot live in the same house. Maybe they heard it in a classroom, during conversations about creation, or during COVID when “trust the science” became political, emotional, and tribal.
But is Christianity actually against science?
In this message, Pastor Peter Anderson looks at Genesis 1, Psalm 19, Romans 1, John 1, and the resurrection of Jesus to show that the Bible was never intended to be a science textbook, but it is truthful in everything it claims. Science is a gift from God. It helps us study the world God made. But science is not God, and it cannot answer the deepest questions of life, meaning, morality, sin, death, and salvation.
The church is not anti science. The church believes science works because God made a world with order, structure, and meaning. Science can describe the world, but only Jesus can save the world.

Scripture references:
Genesis 1:1
Psalm 19:1
Romans 1:20
John 1:1 to 3
John 1:14
1 Corinthians 15
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Why Don’t We See Miracles Like in the Bible?

Sun, 10 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Why don’t we see miracles like we do in the Bible? Does God still heal, answer prayers, and move in supernatural ways today? In this message from First Baptist Hanford, we explore what the Bible actually says about miracles, signs and wonders, suffering, faith, and the resurrection of Jesus.
This sermon walks through miracles like Jonah, the Red Sea, Joshua’s long day, the ministry of Jesus, and the resurrection while wrestling honestly with disappointment, unanswered prayer, and why faith can feel difficult in the modern world.
Scripture references include:
• Matthew 17
• Exodus 14
• Joshua 10
• John 20
• 2 Corinthians 12
• Matthew 28
• 1 Corinthians 15
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Can You Really Trust the Bible? Finding Truth, Authority, and Hope in God’s Word

Sun, 03 May 2026 19:00:00 GMT

In a culture where truth often feels subjective and personal, many people are asking an important question: Can I really trust the Bible? In this message from the “Hard Questions” series at First Baptist Hanford, we explore the reliability, authority, and purpose of Scripture in a way that is clear and approachable.

The Bible claims to be more than just a collection of ancient writings—it is “God-breathed” (2 Timothy 3:16), meaning it was written by human authors under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. This truth gives us confidence that Scripture is not random or manipulated, but divinely inspired and intentionally preserved. With thousands of ancient manuscripts and strong historical support, the Bible stands as the most reliable ancient document we have today.

But the Bible’s trustworthiness goes beyond history and manuscripts. Jesus Himself treated Scripture as authoritative, consistently quoting and fulfilling it. The early church built its entire foundation around the teaching and application of God’s Word. If we follow Jesus, we inherit His view of Scripture as truth.

The Bible also carries a unique power—it transforms lives. Hebrews 4:12 describes God’s Word as “alive and active,” able to speak deeply into our hearts and shape who we are. This isn’t just a book to read; it’s a way to encounter God. The Bible reveals who God is, tells the story of redemption through Jesus, and invites us into a restored relationship with Him.

From creation to restoration, Scripture tells one unified story: God created us, sin broke that relationship, and Jesus came to redeem and restore it. The Bible’s ultimate purpose is not just to inform us, but to transform us—teaching, correcting, and guiding us toward a life that reflects Christ.

So the real question becomes personal: What role does the Bible play in your life? Are you building your understanding of truth on culture, personal feelings, or God’s Word?

This message challenges you to take a next step—engage Scripture more deeply, listen for God’s voice, and respond in obedience. Because when we trust the Bible, we don’t just gain knowledge—we experience life change through Jesus.

The Hard Questions || If God is good, why would He send people to hell?

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:06:52 GMT

This is one of the hardest questions people wrestle with:
If God is good, why would He send people to hell?
And what happens to people who are good… but don’t follow Jesus?
In this message, we walk through what the Bible actually says about heaven, hell, and salvation. Not based on opinion, not based on culture, but based on Scripture.
We look at:
• Why being a good person is not enough
• How God can be both just and loving
• Why Jesus is the only way to salvation
• What hell actually is and why it exists
• And what this means for the people in your life right now
This is not just a theological conversation. This is personal.
Because every one of us has people we love who we are not sure about when it comes to faith.
And if what the Bible says is true, then this is not something we can ignore.
Key Scriptures:
Romans 3:23
James 2:10
Isaiah 64:6
Deuteronomy 32:4
1 John 4:8
2 Peter 3:9
Romans 5:8
2 Corinthians 5:21
Ephesians 2:8-9
John 3:18-19
John 14:6
Acts 4:12
Romans 10:9
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If God Is Real, Why Isn’t He Obvious? Finding Truth, Identity, and Faith in a Confusing World

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:00:00 GMT

In a world filled with questions, doubt, and competing beliefs, one of the most common spiritual struggles is this: If God is real, why isn’t He obvious? This sermon addresses that question head-on, speaking to both skeptics and believers who have wrestled with God’s silence or uncertainty.

The message begins by acknowledging a shared human experience—many people wish God would be clearer, more visible, and easier to understand. In a culture shaped by science, personal truth, and self-definition, it seems reasonable to expect that if God exists, He would make Himself undeniable. Yet, instead of becoming less religious, society has shifted toward placing ultimate authority within the self, building identity around success, relationships, or personal desires.

Drawing from Romans 1, this sermon explains that God has already made Himself known through creation. The order of the universe, the complexity of the human body, and our innate sense of meaning and morality all point to a Creator. As Scripture says, God’s invisible qualities have been clearly seen through what has been made . The issue is not a lack of evidence—but how we respond to it.

The message then moves deeper, showing how humanity often suppresses truth rather than submits to it. When God is removed from the center, people don’t stop worshipping—they simply replace Him with something else. Whether it’s identity, success, approval, or desire, these created things begin to carry the weight only God was meant to hold. This leads to confusion, instability, and a constant search for meaning.

Ultimately, God didn’t just reveal Himself through creation—He made Himself fully known through Jesus Christ. As John 1 teaches, “The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us.” Yet even then, people rejected Him. This reveals a powerful truth: the problem has never been God’s visibility, but human willingness.

This sermon calls listeners to move beyond asking for more proof and instead respond to the ways God has already revealed Himself. It invites a shift toward humility, surrender, and re-centering life around God. When we do, what once felt distant begins to come into focus—not because God changed, but because we did.

If God Is Good, Why Does Life Hurt So Much?

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:04:32 GMT

Why does God allow suffering?
If God is good, why does life hurt so much?
In this message, we wrestle honestly with pain, suffering, and the goodness of God, and what the Bible actually says about it.
If you’ve ever asked:

Why does God allow pain?
Why do bad things happen?
Where is God when life hurts?

This message is for you.
We walk through:

What the Bible teaches about suffering
Why the world is broken
How God works in the middle of pain
How to trust God when life doesn’t make sense
The truth about God’s goodness in hard seasons

Life is hard. But God is good. And that changes everything.

Easter Sermon 2026 | The Resurrection Changes Everything | John 20

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 19:00:00 GMT

What if the resurrection of Jesus isn’t just something to believe… but something that changes everything?
In this Easter message, we walk through the reality of the cross, the empty tomb, and the undeniable evidence of changed lives like Thomas in John 20. If Jesus really rose from the dead, then your past, your identity, your purpose, and your future are all impacted.
The resurrection isn’t just a moment to celebrate. It’s a reality to live in.
Scriptures referenced:
John 20:19–28
Luke 23:46
Romans 4:25
Romans 8:1
2 Corinthians 5:17
Colossians 3:1
1 Corinthians 15:20
1 Peter 1:3
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The Cross Changes Everything: Why You Can’t Save Yourself

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT

This sermon explores the journey from Palm Sunday to the cross and why the crucifixion of Jesus is central to the Christian faith.

Many people believe in God, but few understand what it means to truly be right with Him.

Through passages like Matthew 21:9, Matthew 27:21–23, Mark 15:33–34, John 19:30, and 2 Corinthians 5:21, we see a clear picture of humanity’s problem and God’s solution.

Key themes in this message:

The meaning of “Hosanna” and misunderstood expectations of Jesus
Why the crowd chose Barabbas over Jesus
Peter’s denial and the reality that no one can stand on their own
The substitutionary death of Jesus on the cross
What “It is finished” really means
How to stand before God through Jesus

This message will challenge you to move beyond casual belief and respond to the finished work of Christ.

From Knowing to Surrender: Why Jesus Had to Come

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT

There’s a gap in every one of us.
A gap between what we know… and how we actually live.
We know what matters. We know what God says. We know the kind of people we want to be. And yet, we still struggle to live it out. We try harder. We reset. We make new plans. And somehow, we keep ending up in the same place.
So what’s the problem?
And why isn’t knowing enough?
In this message, we walk through John 1:1–5, 14 and Philippians 2:5–8 to see why Jesus didn’t just come to give us more information… He came to do what we could never do on our own.
Jesus is not just a messenger. He is God.
God didn’t stay distant. He stepped into our world.
He didn’t come in power. He came in humility.
And He didn’t just come to be with us. He came for us.
This isn’t just a Christmas story.
This is God stepping into our gap.
And it changes everything.
WHAT YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH:

Why knowing truth isn’t enough to change your life
What the incarnation actually means and why it matters
How to move from hearing to actually doing
One practical step of surrender you can take this week
Who in your oikos you can invite this Easter

KEY SCRIPTURE:
John 1:1–5, 14
Philippians 2:5–8
James 1:22
NEXT STEP:
Don’t just listen.
Identify one area where the gap is real in your life.
Surrender it to Jesus.
Take one step of obedience this week.
And invite someone in your world to sit with you this Easter.
FBH
Love God. Love People. Serve the World.

God’s Promise to Redeem: How Jesus Changes Everything | Genesis 12 & The Story of Redemption

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 23:52:33 GMT

Many people today feel like their lives are shaped by competing stories—culture tells us to follow our feelings, pursue happiness, or build our identity around success and possessions. But the Bible tells a different story. It tells the true story of the world: God’s plan to redeem what has been broken by sin.

In this message from the “Jesus Changes Everything” series at First Baptist Hanford, we explore how the story of redemption runs throughout the entire Bible. Beginning in Genesis, God made humanity to live in His presence and experience life as it was meant to be. But when sin entered the world in Genesis 3, it broke that relationship and brought separation from God.

Yet God did not abandon His creation. Instead, He began unfolding a plan to restore and redeem His people.

In Genesis 12, God makes a promise to Abraham that through his family all nations of the earth will be blessed. That promise becomes the foundation of God’s redemption story throughout the Old Testament. Again and again we see a pattern: God pursues His people, rescues them, and provides a way for them to be restored.

We see this pattern in stories like Abraham and Isaac, where God provides a substitute sacrifice. We see it in the Passover in Exodus, where the blood of a lamb protects God’s people from death. We see it in the role of redeemers like Boaz in the book of Ruth and the deliverance God brings through leaders like Gideon in Judges.

All of these moments are pointing to something greater.

They are pictures that ultimately lead to Jesus Christ.

In the New Testament we see the fulfillment of God’s promise. Jesus lived a perfect life, died on the cross for our sins, and rose again to bring forgiveness and new life. Through Him we experience redemption, restoration, and a renewed relationship with God.

The Bible’s message is clear: Jesus changes everything.

No matter your past, your mistakes, or your struggles, God is inviting you into His redemption story. Through faith in Christ, your life can become part of the larger story God has been writing since the beginning.

And for those who already follow Jesus, our calling is to live out that story and share the hope of redemption with the world.

God is still writing stories of redemption today—and He may be writing one in your life right now.

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The spiritual practice of serving.

Down Time - Week 5 - 08.03.25

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 12:00:36 GMT

Fellowship

Down Time - Week 4 - 07.27.25

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 12:00:25 GMT

How the practice of fasting can draw the believer into a closer relationship with God.

Down Time – Week 3 – 07.20.25

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 12:00:13 GMT

Prayer

Down Time - Week 2 - 07.13.25

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 12:00:27 GMT

the Bible serves as our foundation for all of life

Down Time - Week 1 - 07.06.25

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 12:00:49 GMT

What does it mean to truly take sabbath?

1 Corinthians - Week 10 - 06.29.25

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 12:00:24 GMT

Love is the defining mark of Christ’s followers.

1 Corinthians - Week 9 - 06.22.25

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 12:00:43 GMT

Every believer is essential to the mission of Christ

1 Corinthians - Week 8 - 06.15.25

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:00:45 GMT

Live with intentionality and perseverance.

1 Corinthians - Week 7 - 06.08.25

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 12:00:40 GMT

Love for others should guide how we live in Christ.

1 Corinthians - Week 6 - 06.01.25

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 12:00:20 GMT

Christ is our ultimate fulfillment in every season.

1 Corinthians - Week 5 - 05.25.25

Sun, 25 May 2025 12:00:03 GMT

We belong to Christ.

1 Corinthians - Week 4 - 05.18.25

Sun, 18 May 2025 12:00:27 GMT

Live holy lives that reflect Christ’s character.

1 Corinthians - Week 3 - 05.11.25

Sun, 11 May 2025 12:00:07 GMT

Our lives and ministry must be built on Christ alone.

1 Corinthians - Week 2 - 05.04.25

Sun, 04 May 2025 12:00:30 GMT

True wisdom comes from the Spirit.

1 Corinthians - Week 1 - 04.27.25

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 12:00:36 GMT

We need to be the church built and centered on Christ.

Easter @ FBH - 04.20.25

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:00:42 GMT

The Book of Ruth - Week 4 - 04.13.25

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 12:00:01 GMT

Boaz redeems Ruth, and their union leads to the lineage of King David - and ultimately Jesus, Redeemer of the world.

The Book of Ruth - Week 3 - 04.06.25

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 12:00:49 GMT

Redemption requires bold faith and sacrificial love.

The Book of Ruth - Week 2 - 03.30.25

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 12:00:13 GMT

God provides for His people through unexpected means and faithful people.

The Book of Ruth - Week 1 - 03.23.25

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 12:00:27 GMT

God works even in the darkest seasons to prepare the way for redemption.

The Good Life - Week 5 - 03.16.25

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 12:00:20 GMT

The Good Life - Week 4 - 03.09.25

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 12:00:55 GMT

Our generosity flows from an outpouring of God's generosity in our own lives.

The Good Life - Week 3 - 03.02.25

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 12:00:58 GMT

Generosity is a natural response to the Gospel.

The Good Life - Week 2 - 02.23.25

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 12:00:59 GMT

Week 2 in our series on generosity. We are wealthy in more than just material possessions.

The Good Life - Week 1 - 02.16.25

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:00:30 GMT

Giving can be a joyful and obedient response to God's call on our lives.

Unhindered - Week 37 - 02.09.25

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 12:00:29 GMT

Join us for the conclusion of our series in the book of Acts.

Unhindered - Week 36 - 02.02.25

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 12:00:05 GMT

Join us as we look at Paul's journey and shipwreck in Acts 27. Where does our hope come from?

Unhindered - Week 35 - 01.26.25

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 12:00:36 GMT

Unhindered - Week 34 - 01.19.25

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 12:00:49 GMT

We continue Paul's journey thru Acts 24-25

Unhindered - Week 33 - 01.12.25

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 12:00:44 GMT

Join us as we wrap up our study in the book of Acts chapter 23.

Unhindered - Week 32 - 01.05.25

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 12:00:22 GMT

Join us as we wrap up our study in the book of Acts.

Leading Yourself Well - 12.29.24

Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Leading yourself well into the new year. Habits that will make lasting change.

A Season of Hope - Week 4 - 12.22.24

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 12:00:09 GMT

The conclusion of our Christmas series, A Season of Hope. The magnificat.

A Season of Hope - Week 3 - 12.15.24

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 12:00:07 GMT

Join us as we look into the message of Angels in the Christmas story.

A Season of Hope - Week 2 - 12.08.24

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 12:00:15 GMT

Week 2 of our Christmas series, A Season of Hope, anticipation...

A Season of Hope - Week 1 - 12.01.24

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 12:00:04 GMT

A Season of Hope

Unhindered - Week 31 - 11.24.24

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 12:00:16 GMT

Our second section in the book of Acts concludes in Acts 21

Unhindered - Week 30 - 11.17.24

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 12:00:06 GMT

We continue in our series thru Acts chapter 20.

Unhindered - Week 29 - 11.10.24

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 12:00:11 GMT

This week we take a look at Acts 20 and what happens when you fall asleep in church!

Unhindered - Week 28 - 11.03.24

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 12:00:36 GMT

Join us for a look at Acts chapter 19 as we continue the series Unhindered.

Unhindered - Week 27 - 10.27.24

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 12:00:53 GMT

Join us as Pastor Brian Gai continues our series in Acts chapter 18... go and make disciples.

Unhindered - Week 26 - 10.20.24

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 12:00:48 GMT

Join us for week 26 of our series in the book of Acts.

Unhindered - Week 25 - 10.13.24

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 12:00:20 GMT

Join us as we continue in the book of Acts

Unhindered - Week 24 - 10.06.24

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 12:00:07 GMT

We continue in the book of Acts thru chapter 15.

Unhindered - Week 23 - 09.29.24

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 12:00:22 GMT

Pastor Anderson continues our series in Acts from chapter 15.

Unhindered - Week 22 - 09.22.24

Sun, 22 Sep 2024 12:00:30 GMT

Pastor Peter continues our series in the book of Acts, Chapter 14

Unhindered - Week 21 - 09.15.24

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 12:00:01 GMT

Brian Gai continues our series on Acts focusing on chapter 13

Unhindered - Week 20 - 09.08.24

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 12:00:51 GMT

Week 20 in our study on the book of Acts.

Drawn Together - Week 6 - 09.01.24

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 12:00:02 GMT

Our 6th and final message in our series on marriage and relationships.

Drawn Together - Week 5 - 08.25.24

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 12:00:20 GMT

Join us for week 5 of our series on marriage and relationships.

Drawn Together - Week 4 - 08.18.24

Sun, 18 Aug 2024 12:00:11 GMT

Pastor Anderson continues in our series on marriage and relationships.

Drawn Together - Week 3 - 08.11.24

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 12:00:37 GMT

Week 3 in our series on marriage and relationships.

Drawn Together - Week 2 - 08.04.24

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 12:00:55 GMT

Join us for week 2 of our series on marriage and relationships.

Drawn Together - Week 1 - 07.28.24

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 12:00:21 GMT

Pastor Brian Gai starts our series, Drawn Together, and talks about the Hebrew word Hesed.

The Torah - Week 7 - 07.21.24

Sun, 21 Jul 2024 12:00:28 GMT

Week 7, our final week in The Torah Series... Deuteronomy

The Torah Week 6 - 07.14.24

Sun, 14 Jul 2024 12:00:51 GMT

Join us for week six in our series on the first five books of the Bible.

The Torah - Week 5 - 07.07.24

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 12:00:42 GMT

Join us for week 5 of our series on the first five books of the Bible.

The Torah - Week 4 - 06.30.24

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 12:00:57 GMT

Join us for week 4 of our series, The Torah, the first five books of the Bible.

The Torah - Week 3 - 06.23.24

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 12:00:26 GMT

Join us for week 3 of our series, The Torah, the first five books of the Bible.

The Torah - Week 2 - 06.16.24

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 12:00:34 GMT

Join us for week 2 of our series, The Torah, the first five books of the Bible.

The Torah - Week 1

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 12:00:52 GMT

Join us for week 1 of The Torah... a study of the first five books of the Bible.

Unhindered – Week 19

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 12:00:10 GMT

We continue in Acts chapter 12. The Gospel continues to spread.

Unhindered – Week 18

Sun, 26 May 2024 12:00:25 GMT

Acts 11:19-30 The church in Antioch. The Gospel multiplied.

Unhindered – Week 17

Sun, 19 May 2024 12:00:59 GMT

Acts chapter 10 & 11. Salvation is open to everyone.

Unhindered – Week 16

Sun, 12 May 2024 12:00:12 GMT

Join us this week as we dive into the conversion if Saul and what giving grace looks like in our life.

Unhindered – Week 15

Mon, 06 May 2024 18:29:55 GMT

Join us this week as we dive into the conversion if Saul and what giving grace looks like in our life.

Unhindered - Week 14

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 20:19:27 GMT

Join us this week as we dive into the conversion if Saul and what giving grace looks like in our life.

Welcome to Easter Sunday 9:00am

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 04:55:18 GMT

Unhindered - Week 10

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 20:35:31 GMT

We go from spiritual frauds to spiritual cowardice in the course of 1 chapter of scripture. Check out this week's message.

Unhindered - Week 9

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 21:59:11 GMT

Pastor Peter walks through Acts 4 and 5 with Ananias Sapphira and spiritual fraud.

Unhindered - Week 8

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 00:36:52 GMT

Pastor Peter wraps up Acts 4 and what our response should look like in times of difficulty.

Unhindered - Week 7

Sat, 02 Mar 2024 04:46:55 GMT

Unhindered - Week 6

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 19:25:57 GMT

This week Pastor Jeff talks about Peter's message in Acts 3.

Unhindered - Week 5

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 07:52:46 GMT

Unhindered - Week 4

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:37:21 GMT

Today we will be finishing Acts chapter 2 as we discover a blueprint for the church

Vision Sunday

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:22:41 GMT

Come and celebrate with us as we look back at what God has done and look forward to where we believe He would have us.

Unhindered - Part 3

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 23:42:16 GMT

Welcome to FBH, we are so glad you are joining us today virtually. We will be continuing our series Unhindered.

Unhindered - Part 2

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 23:41:01 GMT

Today we continue our series in the book of Acts.

Unhindered - Part 1

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 23:34:48 GMT

Thanks for joining us today! Let's worship God together as we begin a new series in the book of Acts.

The Incarnation - Part 4 (Christmas Eve Service)

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 00:33:26 GMT

Join us as we celebrate the coming of our Savior!

The Incarnation - Part 3

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 00:27:55 GMT

Join us as we continue our series: The Incarnation. God loved us so much that he sent a Savior to change everything! What should I response be to this Good News?

The Incarnation - Part 2

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 23:16:47 GMT

Join us as we continue our series called The Incarnation.

The Incarnation - Part 1

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 23:10:54 GMT

With Everything - Part 5

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 23:09:36 GMT

Join us as we continue our series "With Everything". The Holy Spirit enables and guides our worship.

With Everything - Part 4

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 22:56:17 GMT

Join us as we continue our series "With Everything". Today we will learn about what Scriptures says our worship should look like within a Sunday Morning context.

With Everything - Part 3

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 18:42:56 GMT

Join us as we continue our series "With Everything". God calls us to worship him through serving the church, community and our world.

With Everything - Part 2

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 22:24:46 GMT

Join us as we continue our series "With Everything". We are called to worship through every area of life. How does this apply to our money?

With Everything - Part 1

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 21:29:34 GMT

Join us as we begin a new series on worship. What should worship look like in our daily lives?

The Seven Churches of Revelation - Hanford

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 21:10:57 GMT

Join us as we conclude our series in the book of Revelations. What would Jesus say to the church of Hanford if we were to receive a letter like the other seven churches?

The Seven Churches of Revelation - Laodicea

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 22:32:34 GMT

Join us as we continue our series in the book of Revelations. The church is Laodicea is know for being lukewarm. Do our lives look more like Christ or like Laodicea?

The Seven Churches of Revelation - Philadelphia

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 21:38:12 GMT

Join us as we continue our series in the book of Revelations. Do our actions matter? Do they show others our faith?

The Seven Churches of Revelation - Sardis

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 19:23:11 GMT

Join us as we continue our series in the book of Revelations. The church in Sardis was asleep at the wheel - are we?

The Seven Churches of Revelation - Thyatira

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 19:30:27 GMT

Join us as we continue our series in the book of Revelations. Jesus confronts the church in Thyatira for immorality. What should we learn from their rebuke and judgement?

The Seven Churches of Revelation - Pergamum

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 19:00:57 GMT

Join us as we continue our series in the book of Revelations. What does God expect from the church in Pergamum and what does God expect from us?

The Seven Churches of Revelation - Smyrna

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 19:17:19 GMT

Join us as we continue our series in the book of Revelations. The church in Smyrna was pressed and persecuted and we can learn from what Jesus says to them during their times of suffering.

The Seven Churches of Revelation - Ephesus

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 17:11:14 GMT

Join us as we begin our new series in the book of Revelations. What can we learn from what Jesus says to the church in Ephesus?

Love Where You Live - Part 3

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 22:58:42 GMT

Join us as we conclude our series Love Where You Live. What does Jesus say about loving the people around us?

Love Where You Live - Part 2

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 21:08:42 GMT

Join us as we continue our series Love Where You Live. How can we reach those who are not yet connected to church?

Love Where You Live - Part 1

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 18:22:38 GMT

Silence: The Book of Habakkuk - Part 4

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 23:30:11 GMT

Join us as we conclude our series in the book of Habakkuk. Do we fully trust God to keep his promises?

Silence: The Book of Habakkuk - Part 3

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 19:59:54 GMT

Join us as we continue our series in the book of Habakkuk. Today we discover how God holds complete control over history and our future.

Silence: The Book of Habbakuk - Part 2

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 17:31:19 GMT

Join us as we continue our series in the book of Habakkuk. Today we learn the sometimes all there is to do is wait on God.

Silence: The Book of Habakkuk - Part 1

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 20:48:36 GMT

Join us as we begin a new series in the book of Habakkuk. How should we respond when it seems that God is not hearing our lament?

The Book of Proverbs - Part 6

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 17:46:52 GMT

Join us as we conclude our series in Proverbs.

The Book of Proverbs - Part 5

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 19:11:03 GMT

Join us as we continue our series in Proverbs, specifically on how pride consistently contributes to our on-going sin nature.

The Book of Proverbs - Part 4

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 18:30:55 GMT

Join us as we continue our series in Proverbs. Today we learn what Proverbs has to say about our work ethic.

The Book of Proverbs - Part 3

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 21:56:23 GMT

Happy Father's Day! Join us as we continue our series in Proverbs.

The Book of Proverbs - Part 2

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 20:01:14 GMT

What are Christians supposed to do about poverty?

The Book of Proverbs - Part 1

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 19:55:16 GMT

Join us as we start a new series in the book of Proverbs.

DNA: Core Values of FBH - Part 3

Mon, 22 May 2023 21:53:35 GMT

Join us as we continue our series on the core values of FBH. God does not require perfection but he expects our best. Where do we need to put forth excellence in our lives?

DNA: Core Values of FBH - Part 2

Tue, 16 May 2023 17:05:49 GMT

Join us as we continue our series on the core values of FBH. Are we modeling our faith to the next generation?

DNA: Core Values of FBH - Part 1

Mon, 08 May 2023 22:02:54 GMT

Join us as we begin new series on the core values of FBH. We will never neglect communicating the truths found in God's word.

A Mighty Fortress Is Our God - Part 3

Mon, 01 May 2023 19:37:08 GMT

Join us as we continue our sermon series from Psalm 46. Today we remember that God has all things under his control.

A Mighty Fortress Is Our God - Part 2

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 19:27:24 GMT

Join us as we continue our sermon series from Psalm 46. When crisis comes, will we run away from God or towards God?

A Mighty Fortress Is Our God - Part 1

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 20:12:29 GMT

Join us as we begin our new sermon series from Psalm 46. God is our refuge even when the seemingly stable things in our lives crumble.

Easter Sunday

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 20:00:58 GMT

Join us as we celebrate our risen Savior with music, preaching and baptisms!

Mark 15:16-41

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:32:06 GMT

The crucifixion of Jesus is brutal yet central to our faith. But Jesus didn't die for our morality, he died for our eternity.

Mark 15:1-15

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 20:54:46 GMT

How can we see envy and self-preservation in Mark 15 and where do we see it in our own lives?

Mark 14:53-65

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 23:18:41 GMT

The trial of Jesus begins, and while it is absolutely devastating, God always uses what was meant for evil for good.

Mark 14:32-42

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 20:01:41 GMT

As Jesus anticipated his death, we see him in extreme anguish. What caused him such distress and what can we learn from it?

Mark 14:12-26

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 22:46:30 GMT

Even as committed Christians, everyone fails. We cannot avoid it. Let's discover how Jesus steps into our failures to give us new life.

Mark 14:1-11

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 23:28:49 GMT

Does our understanding of Jesus and who he is cause us to action or remaining stagnant?

Mark 12:38-44

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 23:27:09 GMT

Giving monetarily is important and commanded by Jesus but what areas in our lives have we yet to give God our everything?

Mark 13

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 22:36:46 GMT

When we hear prophecies in Scripture, many of us seek out a timeline or compare recent events to what was written. But how should we really view prophecies like what we read in Mark 13?

Mark 12:18-27

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 18:36:36 GMT

How often do we seek out information over accomplishing the work God has called to us to do? We will discover how to balance curiosity with orthopraxy.

Mark 12:13-17

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 19:20:26 GMT

We must give to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and give to God what belongs to God. But what does that mean and require from us?

Mark 11:27-12:11

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 18:02:16 GMT

Sometimes we have difficulty with responding to authority. How can this response change if we place God at the center?

Mark 10:17-31

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 18:08:05 GMT

What things in your life are you worshipping in addition to Jesus?

Mark 10:1-12

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 00:26:00 GMT

What would life look like if we stopped trying to do the bare minimum and strived for more in our faith?

Christmas Eve - Light & Glory - Part 4

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 00:21:07 GMT

Light & Glory - Part 3

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 00:18:47 GMT

The Pharisees missed Jesus. Why was that and is it possible we can miss him too?

Light & Glory - Part 2

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 19:48:52 GMT

All of us want to retain control of our lives, but if we do, we may just miss out on Christmas.

Light & Glory - Part 1

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 20:07:14 GMT

Don't miss Christmas amid Christmas.

James: A Faith That Works - Part 5

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 00:01:18 GMT

James continues to set the bar for Christians. James 5 is no different as he takes on the sin of greed and how Christians should respond.

James: A Faith That Works - Part 4

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 23:59:32 GMT

James: A Faith That Works - Part 3

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 23:57:46 GMT

Have you ever said something you wish you could take back? Your words come from your hearts, so it isn't a talking issue, it's a health issue.

James: A Faith That Works - Part 2

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 23:04:03 GMT

Immaturity in belief is something we want to avoid, what are more markers of a mature Christian?

James: A Faith That Works - Part 1

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 17:41:49 GMT

We talk a lot about faith, but how should it look in our lives and what does maturation and completeness even mean?

Sex In Marriage

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 23:09:11 GMT

We are finishing up our marriage series today by talking about sex! God created it.. what now?

Second Half of Marriage

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 23:52:32 GMT

The first half of marriage has a lot of firsts and excitement. Often we forget that the second half of marriage should be just as rich.

Marriage and Disruption

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 18:29:14 GMT

Every marriage experiences disruption from time to time. Some disruptions are good, like kids, while others are bad, like sin. Listen along as we determine how to tighten the knot amid disruption.

Marriage and Money

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 19:12:55 GMT

Marriage is awesome, but it comes with trials. Often times they are avoidable if we are willing to look at what the Bible has to say, specifically about marriage and money.

Be A Better Spouse

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 22:11:41 GMT

We are talking about being a better spouse this morning. It might be more simple than you assume.

Singleness

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 21:41:19 GMT

Which is better, being married or being single? Let's listen carefully to what scripture has to say about this.

Leave and Cleave, Forever

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 20:21:19 GMT

Society has watered down marriage to a simple signature on a piece of paper. Chat with us about a biblical definition of what marriage is.

Heart Of Marriage

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 16:47:39 GMT

We'll be diving into God's good design for marriage, which is founded on sacrificial love.

Love People Well

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 19:30:59 GMT

How do we love people best? The best thing we can do for individuals to show them love is to simply understand and articulate the gospel.

We Love To Serve

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 18:47:30 GMT

Loving God demands a response from those who love Him. It is our responsibility to serve the world.

We Love Small Groups

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 16:46:58 GMT

How is it Christians should be known in the community? We are called not to be known by our convictions but to be known by our love.

We Love The Next Generation

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 17:00:35 GMT

The next generation is not only in the church now, they are the future as well. How can we love them to best reach their generation?

Mark 9

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 18:24:24 GMT

In our lives, we tend to want to take care of our circumstances all on our own. What would it look like for us to turn to God, rather than ourselves?

Mark 8:27-38

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 19:26:57 GMT

We are called to more than our own comfort. How is it we can be more like Jesus by saying no to a culture that demands we are comfortable?

Mark 7

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 17:49:31 GMT

Christians tend to constantly battle the nickname hypocrite. Even Jesus calls out religious leaders for living as such. How do we battle that ourselves?

Mark 6:30-56

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 18:04:59 GMT

Our lives seem to spiral when we do our best to keep everything under control. We need to stop white knuckling what is God's responsibility.

Mark 6:1-29

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 18:42:19 GMT

When God calls us to go, there are two responses we can have. Remain in what's comfortable, or, obey.

Mark 5:21-43

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 21:16:26 GMT

Who do you turn to when you feel like you have nothing left? Fortunately for us, we can be confident in knowing that Jesus shows up in our desperation.

Mark 5:1-20

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 21:09:40 GMT

All of us have a desire to be in control, but as we will see, there are forces in the world that want to destroy us and redeem us. Where we end up has everything to do with the words of Jesus

Mark 4

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 17:17:09 GMT

Do you still have no faith? It's a scary question and one we all have to wrestle with at some point.

Mark 3:20-35

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 16:33:40 GMT

We love families...but like most of His teachings, Jesus flips the established norm on its head. What does it mean to be part of the family?

Mark 3:1-19

Tue, 31 May 2022 16:44:19 GMT

What do we need to do in order to start telling people about Jesus? As we read the first 19 verses of Mark chapter 3, we'll find out together.

Mark 2:18-28

Mon, 23 May 2022 17:45:21 GMT

So often we think we are the sum total of all our mistakes and failures. But if Jesus is Lord of your life, none of that is true. Check out Mark 2:18-28 with us today.

Mark 2:1-17

Mon, 16 May 2022 18:59:55 GMT

What does it look like to follow Jesus? There are two steps to it, follow along in Mark 2:1-17 this morning.

Mark 1:21-45

Mon, 09 May 2022 16:17:38 GMT

Today we are finishing up the first chapter of Mark. Join us as we see the miracles that Jesus continues to perform at the beginning of His ministry.

Mark 1:12-20

Mon, 02 May 2022 18:55:59 GMT

Who are you following? While this question gets a lot of attention, the underlying question of why are you following gets overlooked. Jesus gives the disciples a reason to follow him from the moment the drop their nets.

Mark 1:1-11

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 17:59:17 GMT

Today we begin our series in the book of Mark with the introduction of Jesus as the messiah and his baptism!

Easter At FBH

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 17:17:47 GMT

We can know how important it was that Jesus died on the cross for us. But Christianity ultimately means nothing without his resurrection!

1 Peter - Life Within A Bigger Picture

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 17:32:44 GMT

What is your role in the life of an organization? Club? Church? Peter has some encouragement and warning for all of us.

1 Peter - Living In A Broken World

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:40:09 GMT

How is it we are supposed to live in a world that is so messed up? Peter gives us clear instructions in chapter 4 of 1 Peter today.

1 Peter - What's Your Why?

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 17:39:31 GMT

Have you ever considered why it is you believe what you do? Scripture calls us to that end as well as we dig further into the book of 1 Peter.

1 Peter - Responsibility In Our Relationship

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 16:57:20 GMT

We have become sons and daughters of Christ, but we can't just glean the reward that comes with that. We have a responsibility with our relationship with God.

1 Peter - How To Make Decisions In A Crazy World

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 18:26:10 GMT

Every decision we make flows from our identity and the context in which we find ourselves. How do you identify yourself in a world gone crazy?

The Creed - Marriage

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 18:08:53 GMT

What would it look like for you to truly honor God with your marriage or future marriage? Join us today as we unpack our statement of what a Biblical marriage is to be.

The Creed - Eternity

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 18:05:51 GMT

Eternity as a concept is next to impossible for us to comprehend. But what does the Bible have to say about eternity? Join us as we unpack this together.

The Creed - The Church

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 19:44:39 GMT

The act of meeting and worshipping together every week is something that has been done throughout history. Join us, today, to hear why we gather and what for.

The Creed - Eternal Security

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 19:31:39 GMT

We have covered what we believe about humanity and salvation, but how long does your salvation last? Listen as we unpack that today.

The Creed - Humanity/Salvation

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 18:57:40 GMT

If left to our own devices, the consequences of our actions is spiritual and physical death. The good news is, Jesus didn't leave us there.

The Creed - The Holy Spirit

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 19:36:03 GMT

The Holy Spirit is either under worshipped or over-emphasized, both of these views can be troublesome.

The Creed - The Son

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 18:50:10 GMT

For thousands of years people have had to grapple with the question, "who is Jesus?" Today we wrestle with the same one.

The Creed - The Father

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 17:43:45 GMT

What we believe about God matters. Not just because of His power, not just because He is creator, but because His character should help us define our own.

The Creed - The Trinity

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 18:10:52 GMT

What would happen to your faith if you woke up tomorrow and God was no longer a trinity? Would if change your faith at all?

The Creed - The Bible

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 17:59:16 GMT

The Church operates by having a working understanding of doctrine that is outlined in scripture. This week we look at a piece of that doctrine and how it guides us as a church.

Are You Up For The Challenge?

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 19:02:15 GMT

No matter the challenge we may come across during our lifetime, we must know how to face it.

Do You See What I See: Joseph's Faith In Chaos

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 22:33:13 GMT

The way in which we approach situations that we don't have control of can tell others a lot about our faith. Jospeh shows us that as his faith exemplifies obedience in the midst of chaos.

Do You See What I See: Jesus Saw From Eternity Past

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 23:04:57 GMT

We get to celebrate the birth of Jesus every year on December 25th, but in reality, there was never a time when he was not.

Titus: Belief In Action

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 19:22:16 GMT

As we wrap up the book of Titus, we have to remember that scripture isn't just rules for the sake of morality. It is for the sake of the attractiveness of the Gospel.

Titus: Serving As Slaves

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 18:45:45 GMT

This is Paul's instructions to slaves to live Godly lives regardless their circumstances.

Titus: God's Great Grace

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 19:49:49 GMT

What happens when God's Grace shows up in our lives? Paul gave Titus the answer in this section of his letter.

Titus: Generations Part 2

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 20:15:19 GMT

How should young people act? We all have a role to play and that doesn't minimize the value of the individual.

Titus: Generations Part 1

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 18:32:37 GMT

We all have roles to play regardless of our age. This is part 1 of a two week message about the younger and older generations.

Titus: Rebuked For The Gospel

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 18:48:43 GMT

No one likes being rebuked, but for the sake of the gospel and the sake of eternity, Paul does just that.

Titus: Qualities of a Leader

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 19:04:50 GMT

Titus' first task from Paul is to set things in order and appoint elders for the Cretan churches. This week we look at the qualities Paul looks for in a leader.

Titus: A Letter To A Leader

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 17:27:55 GMT

Right belief leads to right action.

The Almighty Dollar: Living Generously

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 18:32:07 GMT

Generosity doesn't start with your paycheck, it starts with your belief about God.

The Almighty Dollar: The Wisdom of Money

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 18:02:46 GMT

We get so caught up in our present circumstances that we forget where our treasure actually lies.

The Almighty Dollar: It All Belongs To God

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:37:28 GMT

Money isn't Everything, but it also isn't nothing. We all get squeamish talking about the almighty dollar, but in reality we need to consider that it is merely a tool that God has entrusted us with.

Believe

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 18:00:58 GMT

Although Nicodemus believed in the mission of Jesus, he didn't stop there. He willingly brought himself under the Lordship of Jesus and risked his social status for the sake of the Gospel. Listen this week as we hear from Pastor Seth Kurtz, Associate Pastor at South Valley Community Church.

Simple - OIKOS

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:19:48 GMT

God has supernaturally and strategically placed 8 to 15 people in the front row of your life. How are you going to impact those people for the sake of the Kingdom of God?

Simple - Serve The World

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 17:00:31 GMT

When we love God more, we love people more. But it doesn't stop there. It demands a response. We must live a life of service.

Simple - Small Groups Cont.

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 18:09:01 GMT

This week we take a deeper dive into how the way we love people is a direct correlation with how we love God.

Simple - Small Groups

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 21:01:28 GMT

God has called us to be in community with other believers, both to encourage and admonish each other with the focus being Christ. One of the tools we believe accomplishes this is our Small Groups.

Simple

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 17:45:30 GMT

The church must not only embrace making disciples, the church has to embody it as well.

Into The Wilderness: The End of the Exodus

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 17:04:47 GMT

God being present is a huge deal in the book of Exodus, and it speaks to a larger narrative in the Bible regarding where He resides.

Into The Wilderness: Better News

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 22:13:55 GMT

All of us have a subject we got to in the midst of small talk, why isn't it Jesus?

Into The Wilderness: God's Leadership

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 17:47:47 GMT

Our success in life, just like the Israelites, doesn't depend merely on our ability to lead, but also our ability to follow.

Into The Wilderness: The Consequences of Our Idolatry

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 23:52:27 GMT

Our sin does not go unnoticed by the Lord. The consequences of our sin is death. Despite our disobedience, the Lord remains faithful to His people. Through our faith in Jesus Christ, we are saved from our path to death and brought into a new life.

Into The Wilderness: The Golden Calf

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 18:04:01 GMT

God cannot merely be a part of our belief system. His desire is to be our entire affection of worship and belief.

Into The Wilderness: Clothing Ourselves With Christ

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 15:48:26 GMT

In the same way the Old Testament priests clothed themselves with special garments we need to clothe ourselves with the righteousness of God in Jesus!

Into The Wilderness: The Holiness of His Presence

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 12:41:20 GMT

The tabernacle was used as a symbol of God's presence with His people. How can someone actively experience God's presence today?

Into The Wilderness: The Law Points To Jesus

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 18:11:19 GMT

Why is the Old Testament and its law important today? Because it points directly to our new law giver in Jesus Christ.

Into The Wilderness: The 10 Commandments

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 12:52:41 GMT

This is one of the most iconic stories from scripture. But how is this still relevant to us today? Join us as Dave Fox, member and guest preacher, shares with us what picture the 10 Commandments paints God as.

Into The Wilderness: In The Desert

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 15:15:12 GMT

We know that the circumstances in our lives change. But when they do, how often do we remind ourselves of God's power to strengthen our faith? Join us this week as Pastor Kyle continues in our series through Exodus.

Into The Wilderness: Out Of Egypt

Mon, 24 May 2021 13:33:42 GMT

All of us face seemingly insurmountable obstacles. In those moments we can either embrace fear or trust in God. What will you embrace?

Into The Wilderness: And So It Begins

Mon, 17 May 2021 14:45:58 GMT

Sometimes we see the changing of our circumstances as the answer to our issues but that might not be the case. Join us as Pastor Andrew Cromwell, from Koinonia Church, preaches through the passover.

Into The Wilderness: My God Is Bigger Than Your god

Mon, 10 May 2021 12:47:29 GMT

Happy Mother's Day! Today we need to remember that our God is bigger than any other god that we've put into place.

Into The Wilderness: Let My People Go

Mon, 03 May 2021 20:44:05 GMT

We encounter roadblocks even when we do exactly what God has asked us to do. We aren’t alone. God is working. We need to remain faithful.

Into The Wilderness: A Commissioned Leader

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 13:25:58 GMT

This morning we are continuing our study in the book of Exodus looking at Mosses’ commission as leader and the extraordinary call God places in our ordinary lives.

Into The Wilderness: God Is Moving

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:32:05 GMT

The people of Israel are now in Egypt. They've grown both in size and comfortability. Join us as we see God moving to show His people His plan for them.

Into The Wilderness: Peace and Comfort

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 13:10:39 GMT

For this sermon we are beginning our study in the book of Exodus by giving a little historical context for where we are going to be for the following weeks.

Holy Is Our God: Easter at FBH

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 12:32:30 GMT

Join us as we dive into the importance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Love Where You Live: To The Ends Of The Earth

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 21:45:45 GMT

It's our responsibility to choose to follow Jesus to the ends of the earth when we chose to accept His free gift of grace.

Love Where You Live: Love Your City

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 17:30:01 GMT

We are now exploring what it will look like for us to love your own city.

Love Where You Live: Love Your OIKOS

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 21:51:28 GMT

Today we begin to learn how we can best love the 8-15 people that God has both supernaturally and strategically placed in your life for you to impact for the kingdom of God.

Love Where You Live: Love The Believer

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 19:33:26 GMT

As we learn to love where we live, we need to know the best ways to love those who know Christ.

Love Where You Live: Love The Non-Believer

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 23:34:05 GMT

As we learn to love where we live, we need to know the best ways to love those who don’t know Christ.

Love Where You Live: An Elevated Perspective

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 18:31:35 GMT

Today we kick off our new series taking a look at the people around us and how we need to have an elevated perspective when it comes to loving where we live.

State Of The Church 2021

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 22:06:46 GMT

This week we take a look at how God has lead us through the year 2020 and where He is taking us in 2021.

How To Read Your Bible - Methodology 3 for Reading Your Bible

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 22:55:09 GMT

This week we wrap up our series on how to read the Bible by talking through the importance of a personal quiet time.

How To Read Your Bible - Methodology 2 for Reading Your Bible

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 21:53:27 GMT

This week we go over what it looks like to study your Bible by looking at themes.

How To Read Your Bible - Methodology 1 of Reading Your Bible

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 23:47:13 GMT

This week we take a look at the Bible study method of word study.

How To Read Your Bible - Bible 101

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 00:26:50 GMT

This week is a breakdown of Old and New Testaments, arrangement, how to read them for context, and basic exegesis.

How To Read Your Bible - Canon and Historicity of the Bible

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 18:42:12 GMT

We want to trust the reliability of scripture. How can we know it's true? Even if we understand WHY it's important, we have to recognize that it is indeed reliable.

How To Read Your Bible - There's No Life Without The Bible

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 00:18:55 GMT

Why does the Bible need to be around?What's the difference between the Bible and other books of wisdom? Listen to this week's message to find out.

How'd He Do That

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 23:15:41 GMT

Dave Fox takes the pulpit this week to take a look at where we get our ability to live our life.

This Christmas - The Angel Visits Joseph

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 23:07:44 GMT

We take a look at the moment when the angel of the Lord comes and visits Joseph.

This Christmas - The Angel Visits Mary

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 16:39:54 GMT

This week, we take a look at when the angel came to visit Mary. Listen to how she responds to an unexpected call from God.

This Christmas - The Angel Visits Zechariah

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 22:43:56 GMT

Today, we begin our series through the Christmas season by looking at the moment when the angel of the Lord visited Zechariah in Luke 1.

Heart Of Prayer - "Give Us Today Our Daily Bread..."

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 09:00:22 GMT

When we are feeling anxious, we need to seek God's provision for today and not worry about our needs for tomorrow.

Heart Of Prayer - "Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done..."

Sun, 08 Nov 2020 09:00:07 GMT

We recognize that we do not have to wait for heaven for God’s will to be done. It should be done now.

Heart Of Prayer - "Our Father in Heaven..."

Sun, 01 Nov 2020 09:00:47 GMT

Regardless of what happens on earth, we recognize that not only is God our Father, but he is Holy and set apart.

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - The Cross of Jesus Christ

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 09:00:25 GMT

As we wrap up our series in Galatians, we are reminded, as we were from the beginning, that we are to boast in Jesus and nothing else.

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - Reaping and Sowing

Sun, 18 Oct 2020 09:00:38 GMT

Wherever you put most of your attention, there you will find what fruit you will bear.

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - Life In The Spirit

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 09:00:37 GMT

We are no longer under the law but that doesn’t give us an excuse to continue sinning. The more we seek the Spirit, the more we will see His existence in our life.

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - Faith Working Through Love

Sun, 04 Oct 2020 09:00:29 GMT

Not only do we need to be careful where we get truth, we also need to make sure when we share this, we do so with the presence and power of God.

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - Faith Through Love

Sun, 27 Sep 2020 09:30:06 GMT

While it's good for us to root ourselves in the Old Testament to understand why Christ is needed, the only thing that matters now is faith expressing itself through love.

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - Children of Freedom

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 10:45:48 GMT

This section compares our freedom in Christ to Rebekah and Isaac, wife and son of Abraham who were his true heirs. We are free because of our faithfulness to God and Christ’s sacrifice on the cross.

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - Who To Trust

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 10:45:09 GMT

Paul is perplexed by the willingness of the Galatians to listen to the Judaizers here. Just as Paul warns the Galatians where they are getting their theology from, we, too, must be discerning with where we get our theology from as well.

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - Don't Turn Back

Sun, 06 Sep 2020 10:45:53 GMT

As we move through the process of sanctification, we must continually rid ourselves of our old self and put on our new self in Christ.

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - In Christ

Sun, 30 Aug 2020 10:45:22 GMT

We are the heirs of God and as such we have a responsibility to ensure that the father’s kingdom continues to move forward.

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - Why The Law?

Sun, 23 Aug 2020 10:45:07 GMT

How could the law be good and why was it written in the first place?

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - Living By Faith

Sun, 16 Aug 2020 10:45:45 GMT

Why was the law a curse? How does the Old Testament law lead us to the freedom of the Gospel?

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - Counted As Righteousness

Sun, 09 Aug 2020 10:45:27 GMT

We have always been justified by faith. Even in the Old Testament, Abraham, before Jesus was crucified and conquered death, was counted as righteous because of his faith, not because of his works.

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - Continue As You Began

Sun, 02 Aug 2020 10:45:19 GMT

Remember back to when you were first saved. The gospel didn’t come to you because you did a bunch of good things, the gospel came to you freely because of what Jesus did on the cross. Finish what you started, correctly.

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - Keeping In Step With The Gospel of Christ

Sun, 26 Jul 2020 10:45:55 GMT

By the works of the law none will be justified. We need to be careful to add nothing to the sacrificial work of Christ on the cross. Christ alone!

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - Not Man's Gospel

Sun, 19 Jul 2020 10:15:51 GMT

This is Paul’s testimony and his call to spread the gospel to those who had not yet heard it with an emphasis on the poor.

Hanford/Lemoore Grocery Help

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 00:30:06 GMT

Where did all the toilet paper go? When COVID-19 hit we all had trouble finding certain items but for some it was more than a minor inconvenience. As more and more people were laid off, had trouble getting basic necessities and needed to quarantine, Bree and Aubree felt they had to do something. It started with a few simple facebook posts and has grown into a grassroots local movement to make sure nobody goes hungry or without their basic needs met.

FBH Presents: What's Good Kings County

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 22:46:35 GMT

In our current time we recognize that our world is in need of some good news. That's why we've started What's Good Kings County, a podcast where we talk about the good things that are happening in our community. You can find our podcast page wherever you get your podcasts but you can check out our first episode right here!

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - There Is No Other Gospel

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 16:51:12 GMT

Paul rebukes the Galatians and reminds them that our goal is to please one person only, and that is God.

Galatians: Jesus Plus Nothing - He Gave Himself For Us

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 16:34:43 GMT

In this weeks sermon, Pastor Peter sets up the book of Galatians with important information to give us a better context of what we are about to study through.

Grieving The Holy Spirit (Ephesians 4:29-5:2)

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 23:00:22 GMT

We are to be holy because the Spirit of God lives inside of us.

The Proof of the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5)

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 22:57:49 GMT

Many religions and denominations demand proof of the spirit through miraculous signs, but what are other ways we can see the proof of the holy spirit in our lives? We need to understand that the proof of the Holy Spirit is found in the Spiritual Gifts he gives as well as the fruit he develops.

The Strength of the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:26-27)

Sun, 14 Jun 2020 10:45:10 GMT

The Holy Spirit is more than a feeling that makes us raise our hands in worship. He is a person who leads us and intercedes on our behalf in times of weakness, and brings us back to a place of brokenness before a Holy Father.

The Role of the Holy Spirit: John 14:25-26

Sun, 07 Jun 2020 10:45:26 GMT

Don’t grieve the Holy Spirit but allow Him to help us illuminate God’s word and walk with us as we pursue sanctification through truth.

The Person of the Holy Spirit (John 14:16-18)

Sun, 31 May 2020 10:45:10 GMT

We tend to think of the Holy Spirit more of a what than a who. This week we will take time to define who the Holy Spirit is in relation to the other two members of the Trinity.

Romans 11

Thu, 28 May 2020 17:12:29 GMT

As we wrap up the Family Tree series we take a look at what it looks like to be a part of the family of God.

Judges 2

Sun, 17 May 2020 10:45:15 GMT

How do you want to be remembered? What kind of legacy do you want to leave behind? Listen in as we unpack these questions looking through Judges chapter 2.

Deuteronomy 6

Sun, 10 May 2020 12:00:02 GMT

How do we best cultivate our household? Watch this weeks sermon as we answer this question by looking at the Shammah.

Luke 2

Mon, 04 May 2020 23:25:24 GMT

How do we train up our kids to be followers of Jesus? Listen in as we unpack this question.

Acts 4:32-35

Sun, 26 Apr 2020 12:00:14 GMT

How should we act as a family? Listen in as Pastor Peter describes the early church, the early family of God.

Genesis 1-3

Sun, 19 Apr 2020 12:00:56 GMT

What is God's design for the family? Listen as Pastor Peter takes a look through the beginning of Genesis to see what God's plan for the family is.

Easter Sunday

Sun, 12 Apr 2020 12:00:41 GMT

He is risen! Listen today to learn of God's sovereignty through the death and resurrection of Jesus.

John 12

Sun, 05 Apr 2020 12:00:20 GMT

On Palm Sunday, we see the people of Israel welcoming in Jesus as Savior. But Jesus came for something other than what the people thought.

John 11

Sun, 29 Mar 2020 12:00:53 GMT

How do we handle suffering in our life? Watch and listen to how the death and resurrection of Lazarus can give us insight to that question.

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John 10:22-42

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 20:42:28 GMT

"You can't quarantine the Gospel." - Lee Strobel

Listen in this week as to how the good news is something we cannot contain.

John 10:1-21

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 16:37:58 GMT

"A scared world needs a fearless church." - A.W. Tozer

Pastor Peter talks about what that looks like in our context.

John 9:13-41

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 18:30:32 GMT

In John 9 we see a miraculous transformation take place in a blind man's life, and he gets a chance to tell his story. Are you sharing your story as well?

John 9:1-12

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 19:40:10 GMT

God miraculously transformed a blind man's life in the same way that our lives should be miraculously transformed by Him.

John 8

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 20:20:46 GMT

Is following Jesus make up all of who you are or just part of your belief system? Listen to this weeks message through John 8 as we unpack this question.

John 7

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 23:53:30 GMT

This week Pastor Peter asks the question, "Who do you believe Jesus is?" Our response to that question should dictate our behavior.

John 6:22-71

Sun, 09 Feb 2020 20:47:19 GMT

Why do you follow Jesus? Listen in as we dissect that question by reading through John 6:22-71.

John 6:16-21

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 19:44:08 GMT

What does the presence of Jesus change in your life? Listen to this week's sermon to find out.

State Of The Church

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 17:20:51 GMT

Where has our church been over the course of 2019? Where is our church going in 2020? Listen to find out.

Time

Sun, 19 Jan 2020 21:37:04 GMT

One thing that is often forgotten with regards to stewardship, is our time. Listen in to learn more of a Biblical understanding of stewarding your time well.

Money

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 01:21:20 GMT

This week we take a dive into a Biblical perspective on how to be a good steward of our money.

Stewardship Defined

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 19:38:51 GMT

For the beginning of this series, we wanted to establish how the Bible defines "stewardship".

Ephesians 6:10-18

Sun, 29 Dec 2019 22:44:06 GMT

As we are heading into 2020, we must begin thinking of how we can best prepare ourselves. Listen to this week's message for how we can best do that by studying the armor of God.