Jesus’ statement about lust was jarringly different than expected. He used the shock it created to reveal something much deeper about us and our desires. Don’t miss the next talk in our series Record Scratch as we dig into Jesus’ words to find what God values about not just our bodies, but our hearts. Speaker: Ryan Leak, Teaching Pastor…

Joshua Kansiewicz takes a look at one of Jesus' most intriguing parables and helps us better understand how the shrewd manager shapes our lives as disciples and followers of Jesus.By Pastor Chase Replogle

Having offered the crowd one of his most challenging words, Jesus turned his attention to three parables, each describing something lost and found. Though Jesus calls his disciples to die to self, he also offers an image of God searching for those who are lost,By Pastor Chase Replogle

It doesn’t mean what you probably think it means. But if we can get these words of Jesus right, they will help transform every one of our relationships. Don’t miss our next talk in Record Scratch as we explore the wisdom behind Jesus’ most misunderstood – and perhaps most timely – saying. Speaker: Jeff Jones, Lead Pastor…

Having given a strong warning to the religious leaders, Jesus turned his attention to the crowd. They could not continue following Jesus if they were unwilling to count the cost of being a true disciple. A true disciple is called to the cross. We take a closer look at Jesus' hard words.By Pastor Chase Replogle

Isn’t “be judgmental” part of the Christian job description? Jesus had some surprising things to say about that, and his words are more relevant for us than ever. Join us for the second talk in our series Record Scratch for a fresh take from Jesus on dealing with a very old problem. Speaker: Eric Torrence, Executive Pastor of Creative Expressions…

Barry Kinzer shares from Jesus' parable of the great banquet. He explores Jesus' warning to hosts and digs into those who reject the host's invitation. God will fill his banquet, compelling those in the streets to come in. We must be willing to not only hear his invitation but also to respond with determination.…

Few things can polarize like politics. That was certainly true in Jesus’ day – yet with one startling statement, he laid out a brilliant guide for how to navigate this issue well. Join us for our new series Record Scratch to see how Jesus’ words offer profound clarity and wisdom in our current political climate. Speaker: Jeff Jones, Lead Pastor…

Again, Jesus went into the home of a Pharisee, and again, they took offense at his work. But Jesus was watching them. And again, he saw what they could not see about themselves. Jesus told a parable to illustrate their self-obsession and their addiction to honor.By Pastor Chase Replogle

Who's your family? Jesus' answer to a seemingly simple question is surprising. Join us as we talk about Jesus' vision for relationships that go beyond our blood families and towards something way richer. Speaker: Jeff Jones, Lead PastorBy Jeff Jones, Lead Pastor

Jesus' description of his kingdom as a seed and leaven confused the crowd. Did that mean God's kingdom was small? Did it mean only a few would be saved? Jesus answered their question by turning it on them. Were they each striving for the narrow door to enter? We take a closer look at Jesus' answer and his compassion for the lost Jerusalem.…

Deep connections don’t form overnight. They take time, effort, and an additional skill that guided Jesus in all of his relationships. Join us for a closer look at what it really takes to have relational staying power, for the long haul. Speaker: Jeff Jones, Lead PastorBy Jeff Jones, Lead Pastor

Jesus healed another woman plagued by a demon. And again, it caused controversy. This time, it was a leader of the synagogue who saw Jesus's healing as a violation of the Sabbath. It is a familiar story in Luke. The leaders continue to oppose Jesus, and the crowd grows more impressed with his miracles. But few recognize how the kingdom is actually …

Connection and conflict go hand-in-hand. The good news? We can handle it in a way that adds value and brings us closer in our relationships. Join us as we learn how to get good at conflict. Speaker: Ryan Leak, Teaching PastorBy Ryan Leak, Teaching Pastor

Having concluded a long teaching on fear and having called the crowd to repent, it must have been frustrating that they still did not understand. Jesus wanted to talk about their need for salvation; all they could think about was other people. The beginning of chapter 13 offers us a honest look at our own humanity but it also offers a remarkable vi…

Connecting deeply with others takes more than just intention. It takes a specific skill that Jesus himself exercised constantly. Don’t miss the next talk in our new series IRL as we learn how to value—and practice—this skill in our own lives. Speaker: Jeff Jones, Lead PastorBy Jeff Jones, Lead Pastor

Jesus concluded his conversation on fear by discussing the coming judgment. For many people, the idea of judgment can create fear, but Jesus understood judgment as a revealing of what is true from what is false. We take a closer look at the images Jesus uses to explain the judgment of God.By Pastor Chase Replogle

We all want to be known and loved as we are. So why do so many of us feel so lonely? It takes both work and risk to open up to others. Don’t miss the first talk in our new series IRL as we learn from Jesus and his earliest followers how to be known. Speaker: Jeff Jones, Lead PastorBy Jeff Jones, Lead Pastor

Special guest Donna Barrett offers an exploration of the prayers in Luke's gospel and how they can shape a life or prayer for believers today.By Pastor Chase Replogle

What would you love to see happen in your life over the next year? We can each take significant steps toward real transformation, starting right now. Don’t miss our fall kick-off as we look at what it will take to experience lasting growth and change over time. Speaker: Jeff Jones, Lead PastorBy Jeff Jones, Lead Pastor

In the middle of talking about fear, Jesus turned his attention to the fact he would one day be gone and would then return. He commanded his disciples to keep watch. We look at how the promise of Christ's return offers hope and peace in the anxieties of our world today.By Pastor Chase Replogle

We need to talk about guilt…and the two very different directions it can take us. Don’t miss the final message in our series Meltdown as we explore what it looks like to own our past mistakes and move toward a life of freedom. Speaker: Peter Park, Legacy Campus PastorBy Peter Park, Legacy Campus Pastor

While Jesus was teaching about fear and anxiety, a man from the crowd interrupted. He wanted Jesus to command his brother to share the inheritance. Jesus saw something deeper. He forced man to see his own covetousness, and Jesus warned us not to measure life and meaning based on the things we possess.…

Fear drives a lot of the choices we make. Sometimes it keeps us safe…but too often, it can control us or cause meltdowns. Don’t miss the next talk in our current series as we explore what it means to put fear in its rightful place. Speaker: Ashlyn Stanley, Student Ministry PastorBy Ashlyn Stanley, Student Ministry Pastor

Before the crowd and the growing opposition, Jesus turned to his disciples and taught them not to fear those in power. Jesus explained that only the fear of the Lord can free us from the fear of this world. We take a closer look at his words and how they guide us toward courage today.By Pastor Chase Replogle

Do you have a hold on anger, or does it have a hold on you? Don’t miss the next talk in our series Meltdown as we learn how to get a handle this powerful emotion… before it does damage to ourselves and others. Speaker: Ryan Leak, Teaching PastorBy Ryan Leak, Teaching Pastor

The Pharisees had often criticized Jesus, but it was not until chapter 11 that Jesus fully addressed what was wrong with the Pharisee's perspective on life and faith. We take a closer look at Jesus's warning and discover that the leaven of the Pharisees is still a danger today.By Pastor Chase Replogle

Everyone plays, but no one wins. The comparison game just leaves us distracted and dissatisfied. So how do we stop the benchmarking? Don’t miss the next talk in our series Meltdown as we learn how to guard our hearts from envy and focus on what really matters. Speaker: April FarmerBy April Farmer

Having witnessed Jesus cast out a demon, his opponents accused him of dark powers, but the crowd asked for more miracles. Jesus answered their questions but also pushed the conversation further. They came to evaluate Jesus and his power, but he challenged them to evaluate their own hearts and their own eyes.…

Feeling the heat? Or are the people around you feeling your heat? Join us as we start our new series Meltdown with a look at how whatever comes out of us in hard moments reveals what’s inside of us, at the heart level. Speaker: Eric Torrence, Executive Pastor of Creative ExpressionsBy Eric Torrence, Executive Pastor of Creative Expressions

Jesus's disciples often saw him praying, and they recognized something he possessed in prayer that they did not. Coming to Jesus, on disciple asked, "Teach us to pray." Jesus answered the man's question, but he pushed the disciple further and shifted the question from how to why.By Pastor Chase Replogle

What were we made for? Who are we? And in the end, what makes our lives meaningful? Don’t miss the final talk in At the Movies as we explore at how the blockbuster movie “Barbie” confronts some of our most universal – and profound ­– questions about identity and purpose. Speaker: Jeff Jones, Lead Pastor…

Many remember the familiar images of Mary and Mary, Martha busy with her work, and Mary sitting at the feet of Jesus. In this week's sermon, we take a closer look at why Luke has included this little story and how it fits into the questions Jesus was trying to answer. We discover there is more going on in this scene than most remember.…

Want to know how to become more effective in your life and relationships? Don’t just settle for what is – strive for what can be. Join us for At the Movies as we explore what the hit movie “Air” can teach us about bridging the gap between possibility and reality. Speaker: Jeff Jones, Lead PastorBy Jeff Jones, Lead Pastor

Jesus's story of the Good Samaritan is one of his most familiar teachings in the Bible. It's so familiar that it's easy to miss the true point. We take a closer look at the parable and the conversation that provoked it and discover the wisdom of Jesus's probing questions.By Pastor Chase Replogle

How do we use whatever influence we’ve each been given? The answer has huge implications in our post-Christian culture. Don’t miss the next talk in our series At the Movies as we explore the themes of religion and power from this week’s hit movie. Speaker: Eric Torrence, Executive Pastor of Creative Expressions…

Jesus had been increasingly talking about suffering, but he also turned his disciples to the topic of joy. And Jesus chose to locate the source of true Joy in an unexpected place. Unlike the disciples who took join in their achievements, Jesus suggested that true joy came from the grace of having been included in his kingdom, with our names written…

We are living in a much bigger adventure than we realize. It’s one with high stakes…and the potential to change lives and destinies. Join us for the first talk in our new series At the Movies as we explore the deeper themes found in a recent family-friendly blockbuster. Speaker: Jeff Jones, Lead Pastor…

Jesus's disciples continued to struggle to understand Jesus's talk of suffering. Again, they failed to understand the way of his kingdom. They were prepared to call down fire to destroy their enemies. But Jesus turned their attention to the price they would pay to be his true disciples. The hour had come for them all to go to Jerusalem and for Jesu…

We may not like feeling needy. But our need is a daily invitation to connect with God and experience his provision and grace. Don’t miss the last talk in our series on prayer as we explore the way Jesus showed us how to ask for what we need. Speaker: Jeff Jones, Lead PastorBy Jeff Jones, Lead Pastor

We've seen Jesus's disciples struggling to understand Jesus's increasing talk of suffering and rejection. But Jesus realized there was more going on in the logic of their hearts. We take a closer look at the disciple's struggles and how the temptations they faced are ours as well.By Pastor Chase Replogle

Ready…set…reset. Prayer helps us to reorient our lives around God’s character and his will, giving us peace and joy no matter what happens in our day. Don’t miss the next talk in our new series on prayer as we learn how to make that perspective shift, together. Speaker: Jeff Jones, Lead PastorBy Jeff Jones, Lead Pastor

Having come down from the mountain of his transfiguration, Jesus was met by another crowd. This crowd was in chaos. A man came yelling, desperate to have his son delivered, and explaining the disciple's failure to help. Jesus used the moment to again speak of the suffering that awaited him and challenged the crowd for their lack of faith. We look c…

Talking with God isn’t about trying to impress him or the people around us. It’s about an intimate conversation with the one who knows and loves us best. Don’t miss the start of our new series as we explore the freedom and confidence God wants us to experience in prayer. Speaker: Ryan Leak, Teaching Pastor…

Jesus often withdrew to pray. And it's surprising how often his disciples fell asleep praying with him. When Peter, James, and John woke from their sleep, they discovered Jesus had changed. We take a closer at Jesus's transfiguration and the important place of prayer in the story.By Pastor Chase Replogle

What do you do when you’re desperate and out of options? Where do you turn, and more importantly, who do you trust? Join us for a very special message as April Farmer explores how our last resort can become our first step into an incredible new reality. Speaker: April Farmer, Guest SpeakerBy April Farmer, Guest Speaker

Jesus waited until the crowds were at their peak to begin discussing with his disciples what awaited. The Son of Man would have to suffer, be rejected, and die. It was a message the disciples were not prepared to hear. But Jesus went further. He explained that all his disciples must learn to bear their own crosses and die daily.…

No one starts out with big faith. We develop it by following God’s lead, one (scary) step at a time. Don’t miss the final talk in our Reimagine series as we explore a clear biblical pattern for approaching big faith steps and growing into big faith people. Speaker: Jeff Jones, Lead PastorBy Jeff Jones, Lead Pastor

The crowds continued to grow around Jesus. And as they came, Jesus saw their need. The crowd was great and without food. Jesus, by his miraculous work, fed the crowd and continued to demonstrate his compassion for them.By Pastor Chase Replogle

Jesus was very clear: we won’t find the life we really want through consumption. It’s found in generosity. So how do we make that a reality? Don’t miss the next talk in Reimagine as we examine what it looks like to let God guide our giving in practical ways. Speaker: Jeff Jones, Lead PastorBy Jeff Jones, Lead Pastor