Sermon Archive

John 13:1-17

In John 13:1–17, Jesus shocks His disciples by stooping to wash their feet, showing us that true greatness is found in humble, sacrificial service. As disciples, we are called to step off the path of self-interest and take up the towel, living with a new heart of love, a new posture of humility, and a new witness that shines His light into the world. Following the example of Jesus, who gave His life as a ransom for many, we are invited to let Him first wash us and then empower us to serve others for the glory of God.

Colossians 3:12-15

In Becoming Disciples, we look at what it means to surrender our relationships to Jesus and relate graciously to one another. From Colossians 3:12–15, we’re reminded that as God’s chosen, holy, and beloved people, we are called to reflect Christ’s grace in every relationship. Ross shows us that disciples put on Christ’s character—compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, and love—practice forgiveness as the Lord has forgiven us, and let the peace of Christ rule in our hearts. Because Jesus has already clothed Himself in humility, forgiven us at the cross, and brought us peace with God, we can extend His grace to others and live differently in the world.

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God invites us into a deep, life-giving relationship with Him, but experiencing His fullness takes intention. In this message, Marty challenges us to surrender our habits and cultivate spiritual disciplines—like prayer, Scripture, fasting, worship, and serving—that open us to God’s presence and help us grow together as disciples.

1 Peter 1:13-16

Holiness can feel like an impossible standard, but God calls us to pursue it because it reflects who He is and who we are as His children. As disciples, holiness is not about perfection or pride—it’s about being set apart for God. This week, Ross shows us that pursuing holiness means setting our hope on Jesus, putting sin to death through the Spirit’s power, and bearing the fruit of the Spirit as we abide in Christ. Holiness isn’t something we achieve—it’s something Jesus produces in us when He captures our gaze.

Romans 12:2

In week two of our Becoming Disciples series, Ross unpacks what it means to surrender our minds to Christ. Romans 12:2 calls us to reject the patterns of the world and be transformed by the renewing of our minds. Like a sponge, our thoughts absorb what we place them in—so as disciples, we learn to soak in God’s Word, let Him reshape our thinking, and walk in wisdom. When we think Biblically, we are transformed into the likeness of Jesus and learn to see His truth at the center of our lives.

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On Vision Sunday, we celebrate all God has done this past year and look ahead with boldness to the year to come. Together, Ross, Mark, and Marty walk us through our vision of “Raising up disciples who surrender their lives to Jesus”—a vision not about producing busy churchgoers, but wholehearted followers who give their lives fully to Christ. We are reminded of the simple but powerful steps of Connect, Grow, and Serve, and as we reflect on the stories, numbers, and lives God has already transformed, we are called to lean in with faith, generosity, and courage as we continue to pursue this mission together.