What gives life true meaning? In this powerful opening message of "The Search for Meaning" series, Pastor Jay takes us through Solomon's journey in Ecclesiastes to reveal a timeless truth: pursuing pleasure, possessions, power, and even wisdom apart from God leads only to emptiness. Drawing from his own experience, Pastor Jay connects deeply with the universal human struggle to find meaning in the wrong places. Through Solomon's raw honesty about testing every earthly source of fulfillment—from wine to wealth, entertainment to endless work—we see how even the wisest and wealthiest person in history concluded it was all "vanity and striving after wind." Pastor Jay highlights alarming modern statistics about addiction, suicide, and brokenness to show how this ancient wisdom remains desperately relevant today. Yet hope breaks through as he reveals that true meaning can only be found in Jesus Christ, our Creator who designed us for purpose. Pastor Jay concludes with an urgent call to remember God in our youth and guide others, especially young people, to find their meaning in Christ before the "evil days" of life's challenges arrive.

What if you could turn your greatest flaws into your greatest strengths? In this powerful closing sermon of the "Imperfect Heroes" series, Pastor Jay delves into the complex life of Samson, a biblical figure marked by remarkable potential yet plagued by disobedience. Through the lens of Judges, he artfully illustrates how God employs even deeply flawed individuals for His purpose, raising them up as imperfect heroes. Pastor Jay challenges us to recognize that while God's will prevails, our choices carry significant consequences. He underscores that disobedience can dull our connection with God and that everything concealed will ultimately surface. Moreover, he encourages the audience to confront their internal struggles, reminding us that we can seek strength and guidance from God, rather than relying solely on our own efforts. As the sermon concludes, Pastor Jay compels us to reflect: what areas of our lives still resist Christ’s Lordship? With clarity and compassion, he calls for surrender, urging each of us to look upward for strength and allow God’s grace to transform our flaws into tools for His glory. Let us commit today to choose obedience and find true freedom in faith.

What if your greatest fear was also the key to unlocking the strength God has placed within you? In this week’s installment of our Imperfect Heroes series, Brian delves into the remarkable yet relatable journey of Gideon. Though dubbed a “mighty man of valor,” Gideon grapples with fear and insecurity, often choosing to hide instead of embracing his divine calling. Brian illustrates this vividly, likening Gideon’s hesitations to the way we often let self-doubt overshadow our identity in Christ. As Israel struggles under oppression, Gideon learns through his encounters with God that fear can displace faith and lead to misplaced trust. God patiently reassures Gideon through miraculous signs but eventually challenges him to put his faith in the divine rather than the tangible—reducing his army from 33,000 to just 300, underscoring that victory relies on Him alone. This powerful message resonates profoundly with anyone facing personal battles, reminding us that our true strength lies in acknowledging our vulnerabilities and placing our trust in God's promises. Join us as we reflect on our fears and pursue a faith that transcends doubt. Don’t miss this chance to be inspired—watch the full sermon today!