Life To The Max with Pastor Max
Sound, uplifting messages to inspire and encourage you.
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God has both a divine and a human family, and as believers in Jesus, we are part of His human family. But with that comes responsibility—our free will allows us to choose obedience or disobedience.
In Genesis 3, we see how the enemy deceived Eve, not by offering her something new, but by making her question what she already had. Today, we face similar challenges. Our choices either honor God and release His Kingdom on eart...
You and I have an essential part in God’s plan for the earth. God rules but he rules through his heavenly council and also through his earthly family, not because he needs to but because he wants to. Pastor Max helps us to understand that God designed us to bring heaven on earth.
In this powerful sermon, Pastor Max explores the name Elohim, the first name of God revealed in the Bible. From the very beginning, Elohim created the heavens and the earth (Genesis 1:1). The plural form of Elohim hints at the mystery of the Trinity, as seen in Genesis 1:26: “Let us make humans in our image.”
Though God created everything, He was not alone. Job 38:7 reveals that angels celebrated as God laid the earth’s fo...
In this powerful sermon, Pastor Max unpacks Philippians 2:1-11, revealing the humility of Jesus as He emptied Himself, took on human form, and obeyed God to the point of death on the cross. Through the cross, Jesus disarmed principalities and powers, stripping them of their strength (Colossians 2:15). He took Satan’s power away and gave us authority to overcome the enemy (Luke 10:19). As believers, we have access to God's limi...
In this sermon, Pastor Max explores the story of Melchizedek, the priest of God who appeared to Abraham long before the law was given. Melchizedek, meaning "Righteous King," brought bread and wine to Abram, symbolizing Jesus and the communion we share today. He blessed Abram, praising God for his victory, reminding us that all success comes from God. Abram responded by giving a tenth of everything to Melchizedek, a powerf...
In this sermon, Pastor Max delves into one of the fundamental passages of our faith: the call of Abraham. The Bible reveals that Jesus came from the lineage of Abraham, and as believers, we share in Abraham’s blessing (Galatians 3). Abraham’s life also exemplifies a heart of worship and a readiness to give to God, as seen in his encounter with Melchizedek. Join us as we explore the character, faith, and actions of this great man of...
Discover the powerful revelation of Jesus as depicted in Revelation 1:10-18. Pastor Max unveils the awe-inspiring image of the Risen Saviour—no longer the baby in the manger or the sacrificial lamb but the reigning King who walks among His church, speaks with authority, and holds the keys of death, hell, and the grave. Learn how to trust in His wisdom, power, and presence in your life. Let this message inspire you to hold on to you...
Discover the powerful message of faith in Pastor Max's latest sermon. This teaching reminds us that faith is not a formula—it’s rooted in the person of Jesus Christ. Drawing from Hebrews 4, Pastor Max highlights the rest found in walking by faith, the transforming power of God’s Word, and the truth that Jesus is Lord over every circumstance. Be encouraged as you learn to boldly approach the throne of grace, trust in Christ, an...
In this powerful sermon, Pastor Max dives into the truth of God's rest and how it transforms our faith walk. Discover how faith is not merely belief but a deep rest in God’s promises, even amidst life’s challenges. Through the teachings of Hebrews 4, John 16, and Mark 11, Pastor Max explains how to mix the Word of God with faith to overcome obstacles, speak life into our circumstances, and rest assured that God’s word is worki...
In this message, Pastor Connie explores what it means to have persistent, bulldog faith—a faith that refuses to back down, no matter the obstacles. Drawing from the examples of Bartimaeus and the Canaanite Woman, she reminds us that even in the silence, persistence can lead us to victory. This kind of faith helps us overcome discouragement, keeps us focused, and pushes us to endure through life's toughest moments. It’s about h...
In Part 3 of the Unshakable Faith series, Pastor Max explores what it means to have faith that gets results. Drawing from the examples of Abraham, Bartimaeus, and the Canaanite woman, Pastor Max reminds us that God is both able and willing to fulfill His promises. This inspiring message challenges us to actively resist negativity, take initiative in our relationship with God, and have a passionate, persistent faith. Learn how to re...
In this powerful message, Pastor Max unpacks the story of the Canaanite woman from Matthew 15:21-28, a remarkable account of unwavering faith, persistence, and determination. When faced with silence from Jesus and discouragement from those around her, the Canaanite woman refused to give up. Her relentless faith and humble approach led to a life-changing miracle as her daughter was healed.
In this teaching, you'll lear...
In this inspiring sermon, Pastor Max dives deep into the powerful story of Bartimaeus, as told in Luke 18:35-43. Despite his blindness, Bartimaeus knew exactly who Jesus was and refused to let the moment pass him by when Jesus walked by. He cried out with relentless faith, calling Jesus “Son of David,” acknowledging Him as the Savior with the power to heal.
Bartimaeus' plea for mercy wasn’t just a casual request—it was a b...
In this powerful sermon, Pastor Max delves into the profound significance of communion, reflecting on the last act of Jesus before his crucifixion. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 11:23-30, Pastor Max emphasizes the importance of remembering and honoring Jesus' sacrifice each time we partake in communion.
Through references to Psalm 22 and Isaiah 53:1-5, we are reminded not to let communion become a mere routine but to dee...
Join us for an inspiring sermon by Pastor Max as we explore the story of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-20). This powerful message reminds us that our choices can lead us out of any situation, and while we can't control our circumstances, we can control our responses.
The story of the Prodigal Son's return shows the exceptional love and forgiveness of our Heavenly Father. Just as the father in the story saw his son...
When things happen that trouble us, what do we do?
Was Jesus ever troubled?
What happens when a believer dies?
God wants us to walk in victory but we have to remember that our final destination is Heaven.
In this sermon, Pastor Max explores the importance of setting our minds on things above, as described in Colossians 3:1 (NIV). While we teach a lot about overcoming challenges, we must also remember our ultimate v...
Join Pastor Max as he explores the story of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-20) and the life-changing lessons it holds. Discover how our choices, not our circumstances, shape our future.
You may have made some bad choices that have caused trouble, but take courage and do something today to turn things around. It's our own decisions and choices that determine our future, not our upbringing.
Don't let life just happen—...
Pastor Max reminds us how David made a decision, spoke, used what he had, took action and with God’s help defeated the enemy. David remembered in the past how God helped him defeat the lion and the bear. Decisions, not circumstances determine your future. How you talk to yourself determines your future.
You can’t control what others think but you can control what you think.
“For every child of God defeats this evil world, a...
In this powerful message, Pastor Max teaches us how we can turn things around in our lives.
The Gospel of Mark tells us the story of #Jesus healing the woman with a life threatening hemorrhage (Mark 5:25-34). Before she came to Jesus she had spent all her money on doctors who couldn’t help her and she was instead getting worse. Life had certainly dealt her a serious blow. This woman decided to turn things around. She made ...
Discover how the words spoken to Joshua by God hold relevance for us today. Pastor Max reminds us the significance of stepping into God's promises and the importance of faith and obedience in claiming our blessings. God told Joshua ‘whatever you put your foot on I will give you.’ (Joshua 1:3)
Step on it, then its yours.
God is good. God answers prayers. You can have what you say. It comes from this. If you step o...
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