Acts 2 Sermons

When Darkness Reigns

April 20th, 2025  |  33 mins 8 secs

When Jesus was crucified, there were no Christians, no churches, and no Bible—just fear, grief, and silence. But Easter morning brought an empty tomb and a shocking truth: death doesn't get the last word. In this message, Pastor Mark explores how Jesus’ resurrection isn’t just something we believe—it’s something we count on. Because what God did for Jesus, he will do for us.

A Different Kind of King

April 14th, 2025  |  25 mins 50 secs

On Palm Sunday, Jesus enters Jerusalem not with force or fanfare, but with quiet courage—riding a donkey in a bold, upside-down claim to kingship. In contrast to the vengeful rulers of the world, Jesus reveals a kingdom built on compassion, sacrifice, and the relentless love of God.

Living in an Upside-Down World, part 5: “What Do You Treasure?”

April 6th, 2025  |  27 mins 27 secs

We are more than what we gather or build. Life is found not in bigger barns or busier schedules, but in the quiet courage to love deeply, give freely, and trust that God's care holds our future.

Living in an Upside-Down World, part 4: The Outrageous Compassion of God

March 30th, 2025  |  30 mins 52 secs

In a world obsessed with status and comparison, Jesus invites us into a kingdom where grace defies fairness, and the last are made first. God's outrageous compassion meets us not in our worthiness but in our need, offering joy, purpose, and the surprising gift of more good work.

Living in an Upside-Down World, part 2: Growing Together in the Kingdom of God

March 16th, 2025  |  29 mins 44 secs

Living in an Upside-Down World, part 1: How Jesus Taught

March 10th, 2025  |  30 mins 57 secs

Jesus told upside-down stories where rebellious sons were welcomed home and rich men had trouble getting into heaven. He spoke to everyday people using everyday things like money, fruit, seeds, vines, and sheep. His teachings show us what it looks like to live in the Kingdom of God, which is available right now to all people.

The Relationship Challenge, part 3: Can’t We All Just Get Along?

March 2nd, 2025  |  35 mins 8 secs

Everyone struggles with relationships, faces temptations, and has regrets. If we want to improve our relationships, we don't have to be perfect. We just have to be open, honest, and willing to shift.

The Relationship Challenge, part 2: Teaching Children to Fly

February 24th, 2025  |  43 mins 22 secs

It takes bravery to live in relationship. If we want our children to learn bravery, we can teach them by helping them practice, leading by example, and being part of a community that lives bravely together.

Made for Friendship – The Relationship Challenge, part 1 – 2/16/2025 Sermon

February 17th, 2025  |  40 mins 9 secs

In a busy culture, few people feel like they have time for friends, but friends are a gift from God, and when we make time for them, we can experience the support, encouragement, and joy that only friendship can bring.

Reckless Love, part 6: A Wake of Love

February 10th, 2025  |  32 mins 23 secs

What kind of wake do you leave behind? As a boat creates a wake on the water, so we leave a wake behind, and we can choose whether to create a wake of chaos or of love.

Reckless Love, part 5: Love Values the Vulnerable

February 3rd, 2025  |  36 mins 44 secs

While society reveres the powerful, God values and seeks the vulnerable. This is good news for all of us because all we will all be vulnerable at some time, and we can rest assured that when everything else leaves, God’s love remains.

Reckless Love, part 4: A New Deal

January 26th, 2025  |  38 mins 21 secs

Jesus doesn’t just invite us into a one-time decision. He invites us into a new way of life, and he wants us to understand that if we are going to follow him, we are going to become the most loving people on the planet.