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  • The Stream - David Dwight | Isaiah's Voice | Part 6

    The Stream - David Dwight | Isaiah's Voice | Part 6
    2025/07/07
    This morning, Senior Pastor David Dwight guided us through Isaiah 35, reflecting on the reality and purpose of spiritual deserts. These seasons can feel dry, disorienting, and deeply painful — when all that once brought comfort or strength seems to vanish, and hope feels out of reach. But in the quiet and barrenness, something sacred happens: our souls are laid bare before God. Stripped of distractions and self-reliance, we are invited into deeper communion with Him — where false beliefs are challenged, surface-level faith is exposed, and our hearts are reoriented toward what is true. If you find yourself in a desert now, it may feel impossible to imagine joy, renewal, or even peace. But hold fast. Deserts do not last forever. Living water will flow again. The wasteland will bloom. “Be strong, do not fear; your God will come…” (Isaiah 35:4)
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    36 分
  • The Peace - Kyle Freedman | Isaiah's Voice | Part 5

    The Peace - Kyle Freedman | Isaiah's Voice | Part 5
    2025/06/30
    The Peace | Isaiah’s Voice | Part 5 The Bible tells a sweeping story — one of promises made, promises fulfilled, and the space of waiting in between. This morning, we explored Isaiah 11:1–12, a powerful prophecy that foretells the coming kingdom of peace through the root of Jesse — Jesus, who reigns with perfect justice and righteousness. Isaiah offers us a breathtaking glimpse of what the world will be like when Jesus returns to make all things new (vv. 6–8): “In that day the wolf and the lamb will live together;the leopard will lie down with the baby goat.The calf and the yearling will be safe with the lion,and a little child will lead them all.The cow will graze near the bear,the cub and the calf will lie down together.The lion will eat hay like a cow.The baby will play safely near the hole of a cobra.Yes, a little child will put its hand in a nest of deadly snakes without harm.” Even now — amid hardship, struggle, and waiting — we can cling to hope because we know how the story ends. The Most High God has given us His Son for our redemption and His Spirit to dwell within us, reminding us daily of the unshakable hope we have in Jesus.
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    33 分
  • The Son - David Dwight | Isaiah's Voice | Part 4

    The Son - David Dwight | Isaiah's Voice | Part 4
    2025/06/30
    Isaiah 9:1-7 is a beautiful reminder that even in seasons of darkness, God is not silent, and He is not distant. We often spend so much of our energy fearing the threats around us, consumed by what could go wrong. But Isaiah calls us to a holy reset — to turn our eyes from fear and fix them on the living, true God who holds all things in His hands. God doesn’t promise a life free of hardship, but He promises His presence in the midst of it. And in His presence, even suffering can become something redemptive, deepening our joy and drawing us closer to Him. The darkness will not last forever. Light is coming, and it’s found in Him. Isaiah also challenges us to examine our hearts. So often, we’re focused on the problems “out there,” when the real battle is happening “in here.” Sin and death — our deepest enemies — are the true yokes of slavery. But the good news? Jesus is coming to break those yokes. He brings peace where there was anxiety, freedom where there was bondage, and joy where there was sorrow. So let’s not walk away from the glory of the one true God. Let’s shift our prayers from striving to trusting, from self-centeredness to God-centeredness. He is worthy. He is trustworthy. And He is with us — our Light in the darkness.
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    34 分
  • The Virgin - David Dwight | Isaiah's Voice

    The Virgin - David Dwight | Isaiah's Voice
    2025/06/16
    The Virgin | Isaiah’s Voice | Part 3 This morning, Senior Pastor David Dwight continued our series Isaiah’s Voice with a message from Isaiah 7:5–16 (NLT), a powerful passage that anchors this third week of our journey through the book. Isaiah was given a vision of God’s glory—and a calling to remind the people of Israel of the Lord’s greatness, power, and holiness. But at this point in their story, the Israelites had lost sight of who God truly was. They had constructed a religion of their own making—one void of God’s presence and shaped by their own desires. Even so, in His mercy, God offers a promise of rescue. Through Isaiah, He declares a sign of hope: “All right then, the Lord himself will give you the sign. Look! The virgin will conceive a child! She will give birth to a son and will call him Immanuel (which means ‘God is with us’)."
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    35 分
  • The Vision - Matt Hartman | Isaiah's Voice

    The Vision - Matt Hartman | Isaiah's Voice
    2025/06/09
    This morning, we heard from our Missional Pastor, Matt Hartman, as he continued our sermon series Isaiah’s Voice with a message from Isaiah 6:1–8. In the first five chapters of Isaiah, we see the spiritual state of Israel—prosperous, yet far from God. Their hearts had turned away from Him. Then, in chapter six, Isaiah is given a stunning vision: he finds himself standing in the presence of the Lord, seated on His throne in the temple. In that moment, Isaiah is overwhelmed—not by the beauty of the vision alone, but by the deep awareness of his own sin. He believes he is undone, unable to survive such holiness. But then something extraordinary happens. In a foreshadowing of the gospel, a seraph touches Isaiah’s lips with a burning coal from the altar and declares, “Your guilt is taken away and your sin atoned for” (v. 7). It’s a moment of mercy and cleansing. And when the Lord asks, “Whom shall I send?” Isaiah responds with a heart transformed: “Here I am. Send me!” In reading this passage, we can see our own deep need for God, the incredible gift of salvation through Christ, and the willing response that flows from a heart changed by His love.
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    30 分
  • The Mountain - David Dwight | Isaiah's Voice

    The Mountain - David Dwight | Isaiah's Voice
    2025/06/02
    The Mountain | Isaiah’s Voice | Part 1 This morning, we kicked off our new series, Isaiah’s Voice, with a message from Senior Pastor David Dwight. Over the next twelve weeks, we’ll journey through the book of Isaiah together — discovering the beauty and love of God revealed through the poetic power of Isaiah’s words. In the opening chapters, we see a nation outwardly thriving but spiritually wandering. Israel was in a season of prosperity, yet their hearts had turned from God. Like a prodigal child, they had strayed — and through Isaiah, God speaks both truth and grace. Across the next 64 chapters, Isaiah calls God’s people back to Him, reminding them of His character — His beauty, His love, and His faithfulness to fulfill every promise. Our prayer is that you’ll read along with us this summer — and as you do, you’ll see just how deeply the Lord loves you. May His Word stir your heart, deepen your love for Him, and draw you closer to His presence. We’re so excited to spend time in Isaiah with our HOPE community. To follow along, read about 5–6 chapters each week and dive deeper with discussion guides available online at the link in our bio.
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    38 分
  • Responding - David Dwight | Pentecost Moment

    Responding - David Dwight | Pentecost Moment
    2025/05/27
    Responding | Pentecost Moment | Part 5 This morning, Senior Pastor David Dwight concluded our Pentecost Moment series and delivered a convicting and hope-filled message on the true nature of repentance... that to repent is to exchange lords over our lives. We often think of repentance as merely saying “sorry,” but Scripture shows us it’s much deeper than that. It’s about stepping away from the false lords and idols that demand everything and give nothing... the lords of culture that are, quite literally, killing us... and turning instead to the One true Lord who gives life. Repentance is an invitation. It’s not just turning from sin; it’s turning toward a Person, Jesus. When we lay down our idols, we’re not left empty. God fills that space. He leads us into a spacious place, one marked by peace, freedom, and joy. “Jesus is Lord” is the most life-giving truth we could ever receive or share. To declare His lordship is to experience cleansing: sin and idols out, God in. Anxiety out, life in. This is the great idol exchange at the heart of the gospel. As the Church, we’re called not just to proclaim Jesus is Lord in our worship, but in every corner of our lives and to believe He reigns in every corner of the world. Repentance isn’t loss. It’s life.
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    38 分
  • Explanation - David Dwight | Pentecost Moment

    Explanation - David Dwight | Pentecost Moment
    2025/05/20
    Explanation | Pentecost Moment | Part 4 This morning, Senior Pastor David Dwight continued our Pentecost Moment series with a powerful message on the church’s call to bear witness to Jesus Christ. Over the past few weeks, we’ve reflected on the significance of the tongues of fire given to all believers at Pentecost. Throughout Scripture, fire represents the presence of God — and now, through the gift of the Holy Spirit, His presence dwells within us always. But why did God give us His Spirit? To ignite us — to empower us to boldly proclaim what we know to be true: that Jesus, who was crucified, raised, and exalted, is both Lord and Messiah. As the Church, we are called to lift high the sign that declares to the world, “Jesus is Lord,” and to trust the Holy Spirit to move in hearts so that every person might come to know Him as their Lord too.
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    37 分