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What does it mean to truly seek God?

In this message, Seeking His Face, we explore the difference between simply knowing about God and actually living in His presence. Through the story of Moses, we see how an intimate relationship with God changes the way we respond to His presence, His glory, and even the challenges of everyday life.

Moses didn’t treat time with God like something he could simply clock in and out of. He conti...

It’s easy to see what’s wrong with someone else. Their mistakes, their shortcomings, their sin can become like a red line in the middle of a screen—once we notice it, it can become all we see.

In this message we discover how the presence of Jesus changes our perspective. When we look within, we realize that we need grace. When we look around, we recognize that others need grace too. And when we look to Christ, we d...

How do you know what to trust when so many voices promise security, happiness, and answers?

In this message, we explore the difference between truth and counterfeit—from the recent “blessing scams” targeting vulnerable people in Vancouver to the very first deception in the Garden of Eden. Scams don’t only exploit ignorance; they often target our deepest fears, desires, and longing for security.

Through the tem...

or many Christians, the word tribulation immediately brings thoughts of future prophecy, persecution, and the end times. But what if Jesus is also calling us to notice the tribulation already happening around us today?

In this thought-provoking message, we explore how an intense focus on future suffering can sometimes blind us to the suffering of our neighbors in the present. Looking at Matthew 24, the Great Commission, and examples...

The excitement of victory doesn't always last. Whether it's winning a championship, reaching a career milestone, graduating, or achieving a lifelong dream, many people discover that success doesn't satisfy as deeply as they expected.

In this final message of The Beautiful Game series, we explore why even our greatest accomplishments can leave us longing for more. Looking at the experiences of elite athletes alongside the lives of Je...

Everyone experiences seasons of exhaustion. Whether it's emotional, spiritual, or physical fatigue, there are moments when we wonder how we can keep going.

Drawing inspiration from the intensity of the FIFA World Cup and the story of the prophet Jeremiah, this message explores what it means to remain faithful when our expectations collide with reality. Jeremiah's life reminds us that following God doesn't always remove hardship&mdas...

Everyone wants the win. Whether it's cheering for your favorite team during the FIFA World Cup, crossing the finish line of a race, or reaching a personal goal, we're naturally drawn to moments of victory. But what if the greatest victories aren't found at the finish line—but in the journey that leads there?

In this message, we explore Jesus' invitation in John 15 to "abide" in Him. Using the imagery of soccer, marathon traini...

What makes the world truly beautiful?

In this special International Sabbath message, we journey from the beautiful game of soccer to the beautiful world God created, ultimately arriving at the beautiful message of the gospel. Through stories of teamwork, culture, and faith, we're reminded that our differences aren't barriers—they're part of God's beautiful design.

No matter your background, language, or story, God declares thre...

Life often confronts us with questions that seem impossible to answer. Why did this happen? Why didn't God intervene? Why does the path forward remain unclear?

In this powerful message, we journey through the life of David—a man who was anointed by God yet spent years waiting, suffering, and wrestling with unanswered questions. From the fields of Bethlehem to the throne of Israel, David's story reminds us that faith is not alw...

As the world turns its attention to the FIFA World Cup, millions of people find themselves doing something unexpected: praying.

Whether it's a last-minute goal, a penalty kick, or a championship dream, moments of competition often reveal what matters most to us. In this message, we explore what our prayers say about the condition of our hearts and what Jesus teaches about authentic prayer.

Drawing from Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane, we...

As Vancouver prepares to host the FIFA World Cup, guest speaker John Romano launches our new teaching series, The Beautiful Game, by exploring a competition far greater than any sporting event.

While billions of people around the world focus on a trophy made of gold, Scripture reveals that a much deeper battle is taking place—the battle for the human heart. Through the stories of the Rich Young Ruler and Zacchaeus, we discover...

What happens when our hunger for success, power, control, and recognition becomes the driving force of our lives?

In this episode, we journey through the story of Babylon—from the Tower of Babel to the reign of Nebuchadnezzar—to explore the difference between the empire humanity tries to build and the Kingdom God invites us into. Along the way, we'll meet Daniel and his friends, witness God's faithfulness in exile, and d...

From Jericho’s collapsing walls to the open gates of the New Jerusalem, this week’s message in our City by City series explores a powerful question: What kind of city are we helping build?

Throughout Scripture, cities are more than locations—they reveal human priorities, fears, hopes, and God’s mission for people. Jericho stood behind towering walls built for protection and exclusion. But God’s story en...

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What if the city isn’t just a backdrop in the Bible — but one of its main characters?

In this message from our City by City series, we explore how Scripture tells the story of cities: from Babel to Babylon, from Jerusalem to the New Jerusalem. While cities often magnify human brokenness, they are also places God continually moves toward with compassion, redemption, and hope.

Drawing from Genesis, the prophets, and Revelat...

We we so glad to be able to host Monterey Bay Academy on the tail end our their band and choir concert tour. We are so richly bless be be able to enjoy their moving music.

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We believe that Jesus is needed and relevant for people in Vancouver today.
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What if we approached our everyday lives with the same sense of purpose and urgency as a space mission?

In this powerful message from Oakridge Adventist Church, we explore how the wonder of space exploration—like the Artemis mission—points us to a deeper spiritual reality. Just as astronauts return with a renewed awe for Earth, we’re invited to rediscover the uniqueness of Jesus as the true source of life.

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What does it really mean to follow Jesus—not just individually, but together?

In this powerful message, we explore the heart of discipleship and uncover a truth we often overlook: we were never meant to walk this journey alone. While Jesus calls us into mission, He also calls us into community—into relationships that strengthen, support, and shape us.

We reflect on three common limiting beliefs that quietly hold us back:

Christ is risen. He is risen indeed.

But what happens after the celebration fades? What does the resurrection actually call us to live out today?

In this powerful and deeply personal message, we’re invited to rediscover the awe of the resurrection—not as a distant historical event, but as a present reality that transforms how we live, serve, and relate to one another.

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