In this message from the B.C. series, we dive into the remarkable story of Esther—a biblical book where God is never mentioned. If you’ve ever wondered where God is in your chaos, silence, or uncertainty, this message will resonate.

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We kicked off our new series, “B.C”, we explore the Genesis story of Adam and Eve—not as ancient myth, but as a pattern we all repeat. At the core is a question we still face today: Who defines what is good—us or God? Jesus steps in as the true image of God, inviting us to trust Him with the definition of goodness.

Key Takeaways:

🔹 We’re all chasing the blessing—goodness, purpose, peace—but how we chase it changes everything.

🔹 The image of God isn’t just a theological concept—it’s an invitation to bring life wherever we are.

🔹 Jesus redefines power and goodness by going down so we can go free.

Timestamps:


0:37 – Why ancient stories still matter


3:05 – Adam & Eve: more than a Sunday school tale


10:00 – What it means to be made in God's image


22:57 – The pattern we all fall into: see, take, regret


30:00 – Jesus as the true image of God

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In the final message of the “To & Through” series, we explore the radical idea that God has entrusted us with what we have, not just to manage it, but to reflect His character through it.

We’re looking at what it means to live as ambassadors and stewards—people who use what they’ve been given to show the world what God is like.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Chasing Growth the Wrong Way

3:45 – Why Jesus Talked About Money So Much

8:30 – Identity Check: Ambassadors & Stewards

15:00 – Your Generosity Reflects God’s Generosity

34:00 – What If: A Dream for the Most Generous Church

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When church becomes a place to pretend, everyone loses.

In Part Three of our Church Hurt series, we dive into one of the biggest reasons people walk away from church: hypocrisy. Jesus didn’t come for those who have it all together—He came for those honest enough to admit they don’t. This message explores the pressure to perform, the harm of image management, and the freedom to embrace your imperfections. You don’t have to fake it. You can bring your hurt to church.

⏱️ Timestamps:

0:00 – A Place for the Hurting or the Performing?

5:51 – Jesus Calls Out the Fakes

10:02 – Red Flags in Church Culture

17:05 – The Crushing Weight of Image Management

25:30 – You Can Be Flawed, Just Don’t Be Fake

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What do you do when the place meant to bring hope ends up causing pain?

In this message, Lou walks through four levels of church hurt—from tough love to deep wounds—and offers a path toward healing. Whether you’ve experienced shame, betrayal, manipulation, or even abuse within the church, you’re not alone. And it was never supposed to be this way.

This message isn’t about pointing fingers—it’s about finding clarity, healing, and the kind of honesty that creates healthier communities.

⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro & Jesus’ vision for the Church

06:00 – Four types of church hurt

07:15 – Tough love (why it stings but helps)

12:00 – Frustration (the cost of community)

18:00 – Pain (when trust is broken)

24:44 – Abuse (when authority is misused)

35:00 – Real steps for healing

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We all wrestle with shame — but what happens when shame finds a home in the very place that’s supposed to heal it? This message kicks off a new series on Church Hurt and explores one of the deepest dysfunctions that can quietly take root: shame. Pulling from the Genesis origin story, modern research, and real life experiences, this message uncovers why shame thrives where performance matters more than progress — and why the Gospel offers a radically different story. If you've ever felt "not enough," doubted your worth, or wondered if you truly belong, this is for you. You are deeply loved, even at your lowest, and the church should be the safest place for you to bring your whole self.

Timestamps:

3:50 - How Dysfunction Hurts the Church

7:00 - Humanity’s Origin Story & Shame's Entrance

13:00 - How Shame Speaks into Our Identity

20:00 - When Churches Reinforce Shame Instead of Healing It

29:00 - Why Your Worst Moment Doesn’t Define You

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Ever felt like your doubts disqualify you from faith? This Easter message will change how you see it.

This isn’t your typical Easter message. Lou shares a relatable, down-to-earth message about how the people closest to Jesus responded to the resurrection—not with celebration, but with confusion, fear, and doubt. And yet, Jesus met each of them right where they were.

Whether you're disappointed, skeptical, or just unsure about the whole thing, this message reminds us of one powerful truth: when we show up, He shows up.

Timestamps:

2:00 – The big question: How do you respond to good news?

5:00 – Four real reactions to resurrection: Mary, the disciples, Thomas, and Peter

20:00 – What Jesus does in our doubt, not after

27:00 – Why just showing up is the game-changer