In this message from 1 Samuel 17, we dive into the powerful story of David and Goliath—a battle that’s about far more than a sling and a stone. Pastor Dave unpacks how David’s confidence wasn’t rooted in his ability, but in remembering God’s past faithfulness and trusting Him in the present. When the armies of Israel were paralyzed by fear, David saw something different: a God who had already proven Himself in the private battles of the sheep pen. This message challenges us to stop fixating on the giants in front of us—whether fear, sickness, or spiritual struggles—and instead look up to the God who fights for us. Even more, we see how this story points forward to Jesus Christ, our true representative who won the ultimate victory over sin and death on our behalf. If you’re facing a battle today, this message will remind you: don’t forget to remember, change your focus, and trust that the battle belongs to the Lord.

David was anointed king—but instead of stepping into the palace, he was sent back to the sheep pen. In this message, we explore how God uses hidden seasons to shape our character before He elevates our calling. Through David’s life in 1 Samuel 16, we see that the “classroom” of obscurity teaches us to honor authority, remain faithful over time, embrace seasons of aloneness, and cultivate deep intimacy with God. Before God promotes us publicly, He prepares us privately—and the lessons learned in the sheep pen may be the most important ones we ever receive.

In this opening message of a new series on the life of David, we begin with the surprising moment when God chooses a shepherd boy to be the next king of Israel. David’s story is filled with contrasts—saint and sinner, loyal and flawed, victorious and broken—and in many ways it reflects our own spiritual journey. As we explore 1 Samuel 16, we discover that while people look at outward appearances, God looks at the heart. Through David’s calling, we are reminded that God often says “no” to human expectations so He can say “yes” to His greater plan, and that each of us is chosen, known, and called by God to live for His purposes.

What would you do if you knew you only had seven days left to live? In this message, we walk through the final week of Jesus’ life—often called Passion Week—day by day. From the triumphant praise of Palm Sunday to the suffering of Good Friday and the victory of Resurrection Sunday, we see Jesus fully aware of what was coming and faithfully fulfilling the will of the Father. Along the way we discover fulfilled prophecy, the true meaning of the Lamb of God, the danger of empty religion, and the incredible love of Christ who gave His life for us. As we reflect on Holy Week, we’re invited to respond with gratitude, worship, and renewed devotion to the One who carried our sins so we could receive eternal life.

This sermon explores what it really means to abide in Christ through the powerful words of John 15. With honesty and personal reflection, guest speaker John Cragg shares how a simple moment—waking up and saying, “Good morning, Lord”—challenged his understanding of God’s constant presence. As he walks through Jesus’ teaching on the vine and the branches, this message invites us to surrender our own agenda, trust God beyond our understanding, and discover the joy, purpose, and fruitfulness that come from remaining in Him. If you’ve ever wrestled with unanswered prayer, trusting God’s plan, or feeling inadequate in your walk with Christ, this sermon is a heartfelt reminder that the Christian life is not about striving harder, but about yielding more fully to Jesus.

In 2 Timothy 4:1–5, Paul gives a powerful charge to preach the Word faithfully—and a sobering warning about a time when people will turn from truth to teachers who tell them what they want to hear. This message confronts both the danger of false teachers and the “itching ears” that create space for them, exposing how man-centered gospels, emotional manipulation, and distorted truth can pull us away from Christ. But more than a warning, it’s a call back to what matters most: staying rooted in the pure Gospel and never growing bored with Jesus. When Christ is enough, deception loses its grip—and the closer we walk with the Good Shepherd, the clearer we see truth.

In this message, we explore the Apostle Peter’s powerful warning in 2 Peter 2 about false teachers who secretly infiltrate the church and lead people away from the truth. Throughout Scripture, Jesus and the early church leaders repeatedly warned believers to test what they hear and remain grounded in God’s Word. This teaching highlights key red flags of false ministers—teachings that minimize Jesus, manipulative tactics around money, and lives marked by hidden sin—while encouraging believers to grow in spiritual discernment rather than suspicion. Most importantly, it reminds us that even when human leaders fail, Jesus remains the Good Shepherd who faithfully loves, protects, and restores His sheep.

Jesus warned us that not everyone who says “Lord, Lord” truly belongs to Him. In this message from Matthew 7, we continue our series on discerning false teachers and false prophets within the Church.What does a wolf look like in sheep’s clothing? How do false leaders misuse spiritual authority? And how can we tell the difference between servant leadership and spiritual abuse?By examining Jesus’ teaching on humility, authority, honor culture, and accountability, we learn that true shepherds serve — while false teachers crave power.