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June 21, 2026Series: Chiseled: Built by Jesus...Series Scripture: Ephesians 2:10“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”Sermon: Chiseled by the SpiritScripture: Acts 1:8; Acts 2:4; Acts 2:14 “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.””‭‭Acts‬ ‭1‬:‭8‬ ‭NIV‬‬“All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them.”‭‭Acts‬ ‭2‬:‭4‬ ‭NIV‬‬“Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and addressed the crowd..."‭‭Acts‬ ‭2‬:‭14‬ ‭NIV‬‬INTRODUCTION: Jesus never told the church to be clever enough, strong enough, or persuasive enough. He told us to wait for power, because the mission ahead would require more than human ability.Movements start with movement:Pentecost turns weakness into boldness.“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.””‭‭Acts‬ ‭1‬:‭8‬ ‭NIV‬‬Peter preaches with clarity and conviction.“And everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.’”‭‭Acts‬ ‭2‬:‭21‬ ‭NIV‬‬God uses Peter to build the church.“Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day.”‭‭Acts‬ ‭2‬:‭41‬ ‭NIV‬‬CONCLUSION: God does not only heal us for private comfort; He builds us for public usefulness and kingdom impact. ★ Support this podcast ★

February 22, 2026Series: ImagineSermon Title: For Such a Time as ThisText: Esther 4:12-14 NIV“When Esther’s words were reported to Mordecai, he sent back this answer: “Do not think that because you are in the king’s house you alone of all the Jews will escape. For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father’s family will perish. And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?””‭‭Main Idea: Esther’s courage to act on her dream of saving her people illustrates that God places us in strategic positions for His purposes.INTRODUCTION: We are here on purpose for God's purpose! "It’s not about you. The purpose of your life is far greater than your own personal fulfillment, your peace of mind, or even your happiness. -Rick WarrenThree things we learn from Esther:1. The comfort zone is the dead zone. (Esther 4:12-13 NIV)When Esther’s words were reported to Mordecai, he sent back this answer: “Do not think that because you are in the king’s house you alone of all the Jews will escape.‭‭2. Inaction is action with a high cost. (Esther 4:14a NIV) For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father’s family will perish. "Action is the foundational key to all success." – Pablo Picasso"The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." – Edmund Burke3. God positions us for His purpose. (Esther 4:14b NIV)And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?‭CONCLUSION: Bridge we exist for 'for such a time as this! ★ Support this podcast ★

February 8, 2026SERIES: IMAGINETITLE: From Dream to DestinyText: Genesis 37:5-11 NIVJoseph had a dream, and when he told it to his brothers, they hated him all the more. He said to them, “Listen to this dream I had: We were binding sheaves of grain out in the field when suddenly my sheaf rose and stood upright, while your sheaves gathered around mine and bowed down to it.” His brothers said to him, “Do you intend to reign over us? Will you actually rule us?” And they hated him all the more because of his dream and what he had said. Then he had another dream, and he told it to his brothers. “Listen,” he said, “I had another dream, and this time the sun and moon and eleven stars were bowing down to me.” When he told his father as well as his brothers, his father rebuked him and said, “What is this dream you had? Will your mother and I and your brothers actually come and bow down to the ground before you?” His brothers were jealous of him, but his father kept the matter in mind.”‭‭Main Idea: Joseph's dreams were not just visions; they were God's blueprint for his life and the lives of those around him.INTRODUCTION: The thief comes to kill, steal and destroy... (John 10:10)Dream Thieves:1. Jealousy of others... (Joseph's brothers were Jealous)2. False Accusations... (Potipher's wife accused him)3. Misplaced Hope... (Cupbearer forgot about him)4. Elapsed Time... (22 years before the dream became destiny)Destiny Revealed:“But Joseph said to them, “Don’t be afraid. Am I in the place of God? You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. ‭‭Genesis‬ ‭50‬:‭19‬-‭21‬ ‭NIV‬‬CONCLUSION: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”‭‭Jeremiah‬ ‭29‬:‭11‬ ‭NIV ★ Support this podcast ★

January 25, 2026Series: Strong and CourageousSermon: The God of MiraclesScripture: Joshua 10:12-15“On the day the Lord gave the Amorites over to Israel, Joshua said to the Lord in the presence of Israel: “Sun, stand still over Gibeon, and you, moon, over the Valley of Aijalon.” So the sun stood still, and the moon stopped, till the nation avenged itself on its enemies, as it is written in the Book of Jashar. The sun stopped in the middle of the sky and delayed going down about a full day. There has never been a day like it before or since, a day when the Lord listened to a human being. Surely the Lord was fighting for Israel! Then Joshua returned with all Israel to the camp at Gilgal.”‭‭INTRODUCTION: Without faith it's impossible to please God! Three Miracle Steps: Ask...Ask and it will be given to you. (Matthew 7:7 NIV)Believe...“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.”‭‭Mark‬ ‭11‬:‭24‬ ‭NIV‬‬Receive... For everyone who asks receives. (Matthew 7:8)CONCLUSION: Together, let's believe for BIG things from God in 2026! ★ Support this podcast ★

January 11, 2026Series: Strong and CourageousSermon: Can a Man Still Be Brave if He's Afraid?Scripture: Joshua 1:9; Psalm 56:3-4“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.””‭‭Joshua‬ ‭1‬:‭9‬ ‭NIV‬‬“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise— in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?”‭‭Psalms‬ ‭56‬:‭3‬-‭4‬ ‭NIV‬‬INTRODUCTION: Many people rave but few are brave! How to culitvate bravery: Remember Past Victories...“The Lord who rescued me from the paw of the lion and the paw of the bear will rescue me from the hand of this Philistine.” Saul said to David, “Go, and the Lord be with you.””‭‭1 Samuel‬ ‭17‬:‭37‬ ‭NIV‬‬2. Embrace Community...“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.”‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭10‬:‭24‬-‭25‬ ‭NIV‬‬3. Step Out in Faith...“Every place where you set your foot will be yours: Your territory will extend from the desert to Lebanon, and from the Euphrates River to the Mediterranean Sea.”‭‭Deuteronomy‬ ‭11‬:‭24‬ ‭NIV‬‬4. Trust in God's Promises...“I will give you every place where you set your foot, as I promised Moses.”‭‭Joshua‬ ‭1‬:‭3‬ ‭NIV‬‬CONCLUSION: Only the BRAVE possess the promises of God! ★ Support this podcast ★