Forward Church

Ever feel like a tumbleweed, unrooted and drifting through life? Pastor Dmitry shares a powerful truth from Psalm 1 and John 12: true flourishing comes when we're planted firmly in God's presence, like a tree by living water. Drawing from years of ministry experience, he reveals how choosing faith isn't about self-improvement—it's about dying to self and finding life in Christ. Whether you're seeking stabil...

Have you ever wondered what it means to mark God's faithfulness in your life? In a powerful message from 1st Samuel 7, Pastor Bogdan unveils how the Israelites' journey from spiritual crisis to divine victory mirrors our own need for renewal. Through the symbol of the Ebenezer stone—meaning "stone of help"—he shows how God doesn't just send help, He becomes our help. 

Drawing parallels between ancient Israel...

What does true surrender look like? Pastor Bogdan illuminates this question through Jesus's powerful encounter with Peter during the foot washing. In this compelling message, he reveals how our greatest barrier to intimacy with Christ isn't sin—it's self-sufficiency. Through vivid examples from rest stops to dinner invitations, Pastor Bogdan shows how refusing help often masks pride, while accepting service creates s...

What if serving others felt as natural as breathing? In John 13, Jesus shockingly washes his disciples' feet—including his betrayer's—mere hours before his crucifixion. Pastor Bogdan reveals how this seemingly upside-down act embodies the heart of God's kingdom, where true greatness comes through humble service. Through vivid examples from McDonald's to memorial services, he shows that while serving those who hu...

Have you ever wondered how to face tragedy with unwavering faith? When Pastor Bogdan addressed the heartbreaking assassination of Charlie Kirk, he illuminated a powerful truth: even in our darkest moments, God's purpose prevails. Through a moving exploration of biblical grief and martyrdom, he reveals how Kirk's dedication to sharing Christ on hostile college campuses reflected the early church's courage. This timely...

Have you ever wondered what dying could teach you about truly living? In John 12, Jesus reveals a paradoxical truth through the metaphor of a grain of wheat: true life springs from surrender. Pastor Bogdan unpacks this powerful principle, showing how "dying to self" - whether in marriage, parenting, or personal growth - leads to unexpected flourishing. Through practical examples and biblical wisdom, he demonstrates how re...

In a world chasing transcendence through festivals and experiences, Pastor Bogdan reveals a profound truth from John 12: authentic transformation comes not from spectacle, but from encountering Jesus. Through the Greeks who sought Jesus at the Passover festival, we learn that real life springs from death to self—like a seed that must die to produce fruit. 

Pastor Bogdan compassionately challenges us to consider what we're despe...

What if true transformation isn’t found in spiritual quick-fixes, but in surrendering to God’s deeper work? Pastor Bogdan reveals how a hospital’s multi-Faith center reflects our culture’s “spiritual buffet” approach—yet points to Christianity’s unique promise of genuine change through Christ alone. Through passion, practice, plunging into darkness, purging of ego, and finally living in god’s presence, we discover that real transfo...

What does true transformation look like in a world desperate for change? Through Romans 12:1-2, Pastor Bogdan reveals that authentic change begins with complete surrender to God. In a striking revelation about Orange County—where only 3% attend Bible-believing churches—he challenges us to occupy spiritual territory for Christ's kingdom. Drawing parallels between marriage, monasticism, and following Jesus, Pastor Bogdan illustr...

In this sermon, Pastor Bogdan urges us to ask, "What does God want from you?" Using John 12, he highlights how the crowd's use of palm branches symbolized their expectations of Jesus as a political savior. He challenges us to actively engage in our faith and align our desires with God's purpose. Through a personal story, he illustrates how we can miss what God is truly saying to us. The sermon encourages meaning...

What does it truly mean to give extravagantly in a world that often sees such acts as wasteful? Pastor Bogdan explores the profound story of Mary anointing Jesus with a costly jar of perfume just before His crucifixion, illustrating what it means to worship authentically. He contrasts Mary's selfless act of love against Judas's cynical calculations, inviting us to examine our hearts. 

As he relates Mary’s story to our chur...

Have you ever felt like the dreams you once had for your life seem to lie in ruins, overshadowed by distractions and discouragement? In this engaging sermon, Pastor Matt Krachunis presents the powerful message from Haggai. The Israelites, just like many of us today, faced opposition and apathy, leading them to abandon the rebuilding of their temple. Yet, God called them back to focus on what truly matters: putting Him first. Pastor...

What do we do when the miraculous happens, yet the world around us turns hostile? In this stirring message from Pastor Bogdan, we delve into John 11, where the miraculous resurrection of Lazarus evokes both belief and murderous scheming. The Pharisees’ polarized reaction to this undeniable miracle reveals a profound truth: witnessing the extraordinary does not guarantee faith. The Pastor emphasizes that true belief requires a heart...

What if the very place you believe is a tomb is a cave waiting for resurrection? In Pastor Bogdan's powerful message on John 11, we witness the incredible moment when Jesus calls Lazarus out of his grave, transforming death into life. Through the lens of Mary and Martha’s grief, Pastor Bogdan highlights how Jesus meets us in our pain and sorrow, intertwining his weeping with our experiences of loss and anguish. The pastor chal...

Have you ever found yourself standing at the intersection of grief and faith, asking, "Where were you, Jesus?" In a heartfelt sermon, Pastor Bogdan Kipko guides us through the story of Martha and Mary, sisters mourning the death of Lazarus. As Martha expresses her grief, saying, "Lord, if you had been here, my brother wouldn't have died," Pastor Bogdan emphasizes that Jesus meets us in our pain, offering no...

In today's message, Pastor Bogdan explores the story of Lazarus in John 11, emphasizing that Jesus' delays are often purposeful. Despite the suffering and confusion of Mary and Martha, Jesus' decision to wait ensured a greater miracle, demonstrating that His timing is not our own and that His love can mean enduring hardship. The pastor reminds us that even when we feel abandoned or perplexed, Jesus walks with us thro...

In his sermon, Pastor Dmitry Kvasnyuk explores the concept of Jesus as the Good Shepherd, emphasizing His unity with the Father, His works, and the faith that believers place in Him. He highlights that true salvation comes not from human effort but from a relationship with God, pointing out the hypocrisy of religious leaders who fail to recognize Jesus' divine authority. The message encourages listeners to turn away from anger...

Pastor Bogdan Kipko emphasizes the security believers have in Christ through the metaphor of being held in His hands. By referencing John 10:22-30, he illustrates that true salvation comes not from our grip on Jesus, but from His unwavering grip on us, ensuring eternal life and safety. Despite life's challenges and feelings of anxiety, Pastor highlights that Jesus, as the Good Shepherd, walks with us even in our spiritual wint...

Pastor Bogdan Kipko emphasized the profound relationship between Jesus as the good shepherd and believers as his sheep, highlighting that Jesus willingly laid down his life for us unlike a hired hand who would abandon the flock in times of danger. He contrasted the qualities of the good shepherd with those of false shepherds, warning about the dangers of spiritual thieves and hired hands who do not care for our souls. Pastor Bogdan...