Have you ever resisted showing compassion to someone who hurt you? Pastor James unpacks the challenging story of Jonah, revealing how God's presence stretches us beyond our comfort zones and confronts our selective mercy. Through Jonah's reluctant mission to Nineveh, we see how easily we can affirm God's power while resisting His compassion for those we deem unworthy. With raw honesty and grace, Pastor James shows how God uses even our reluctant obedience to extend His relentless grace, challenging us this Advent to let divine love reshape our hearts. Don't miss this transformative message about allowing God's mercy to reach beyond our carefully drawn boundaries. Sermon 12-14-25

Have you ever struggled to hear God's voice in the noise of life? Through the powerful story of young Samuel, Pastor James reveals how God's call often comes through unexpected channels—even through spiritually dim mentors like Eli. Drawing from compelling research showing 75% of millennials searching for meaning, this message unpacks how God's calling isn't a single "aha moment" but a transformative process requiring community. Whether you're wrestling with purpose or seeking direction, discover how God installs a new "operating system" for life. Don't miss this timely exploration of authentic purpose in God's story. Sermon 12-7-25

Have you ever felt lost in the shadows of your past, questioning who you really are? Like Moses at the burning bush, God breaks into our ordinary moments with extraordinary revelation. Pastor James unpacks the transformative encounter where Moses discovers his true identity through God's self-revelation. Drawing parallels to Les Misérables and our own journey, this powerful message shows how God's presence—not our qualifications—defines and empowers us. Whether you're wrestling with purpose or seeking direction, discover how Advent reminds us that we're never alone. Join us to explore how God's breaking in changes everything, revealing both who He is and who we're meant to be. Sermon 11-30-25