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Join Pastor Mike Stevens in this insightful continuation of our Sermon on the Mount series as we explore Matthew 5:21-48 and dive deep into the heart of God's commandments.

In this segment, Pastor Mike challenges us to move beyond mere rules and seek the wisdom and ways of God. Discover how the Pharisees allowed religion to deteriorate into a set of rigid rules, contrasting with God's desire for us to grasp His h...

Welcome to the live broadcast of Pastor Daniel Stevens as we continue our exploration of The Sermon on the Mount. In this segment, Pastor Daniel delves into Matthew 5:13-20, where Jesus presents a powerful metaphor: "You are the salt of the earth" and "You are the light of the world."

Discover the profound implications behind these words as Pastor Daniel unpacks their prophetic meanings. Salt, a preservative, sym...

Welcome back to Pastor Mike's enlightening series on The Sermon on the Mount. In this segment, we explore Matthew 5:13-20, where Jesus presents a powerful metaphor: "You are the salt of the earth" and "You are the light of the world."

Discover the profound implications behind these words as Pastor Mike unpacks their prophetic meanings. Salt, a preservative, symbolizes our role in upholding the endu...

Welcome to our journey through The Sermon on the Mount – Jesus' profound teachings that continue to resonate through the ages. In this first installment, we delve into the core of Jesus' message, exploring the Beatitudes and the revolutionary values they embody. Join us as we uncover the timeless wisdom and transformative power of these words.

In this sermon, we examine the backdrop of this pivotal moment in hist...

Welcome to our journey through The Sermon on the Mount – Jesus' profound teachings that continue to resonate through the ages. In this first installment, we delve into the core of Jesus' message, exploring the Beatitudes and the revolutionary values they embody. Join us as we uncover the timeless wisdom and transformative power of these words.

In this sermon, we examine the backdrop of this pivotal moment in hist...

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Dive into Pastor Mike's powerful message on Resurrection Sunday, where he explores the incredible redemption story of Peter amidst the events of Holy Week.

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Join us as we dive into Pastor Mike's insightful sermon on the Empowerment Model in Part 4 of our series. Discover the four models of ministry and why empowerment is our emphasis. Explore the New Testament model outlined in Ephesians 4:11-16, highlighting the importance of unity and purpose in serving the Lord. Learn about Good Hope's strategy for discipleship and how each of us plays a vital role in bringing Jesus to the...

Welcome to Part 3 of Pastor Mike's sermon series: "The True Vine"! In this insightful message, Pastor Mike highlights four key points:

Productivity Expectations: God expects us to be productive, not just in John 15:2 but throughout Scripture. He delves into the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:24-30), emphasizing the importance of action to our faith.

God's Assistance: Aligning with God'...

In Part 2 of Pastor Mike's sermon, the focus is on the journey of improvement that the Lord expects from believers. The sermon emphasizes three main points: pruning, unity, and becoming a friend of Jesus. Through the analogy of pruning in John 15:2-3, Pastor Mike highlights the necessity of letting go of harmful or distracting elements in our lives to reach our full potential in Christ. This includes shedding selfish ambitions...

In this powerful sermon from Pastor Mike Stevens titled "The True Vine - Part 1" as part of the Vision Series, he delves into the importance of remaining connected to Jesus, the One True Vine. Through a lively discussion and engaging hand motions symbolizing "Reach Up, Rise Up, Reach Out," Pastor Mike emphasizes the significance of defining and defending church culture. Drawing from John 15:1-8, he highlights th...

In this powerful sermon, Pastor Daniel Stevens explores the timeless parable of the Good Samaritan found in Luke 10:25-37. Beginning with the context of an expert in the law questioning Jesus about the greatest commandment, Pastor Stevens unpacks Jesus' profound response, emphasizing the call to love God with all our being and to love our neighbor as ourselves, echoing scriptures from Deuteronomy and Leviticus.

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In this powerful sermon, delve into the heart of true discipleship and the call to bear fruit for the Kingdom of God. Addressing the prevalent issue of complacency in modern Christianity, Pastor Mike challenges listeners to move beyond self-centered faith to sacrificial living.

Drawing insights from the Parable of the Sower and personal experiences, discover the different responses to the Gospel message and the importance ...

In Part 6 of this series, Pastor Mike dives deep into the importance of not only keeping in step with the Spirit but also walking in truth. Drawing from John 4:21-24, he emphasizes how God seeks worshippers who are rooted in both Spirit and truth, not just religious traditions or cultural norms.

In a world increasingly indifferent to truth, Pastor Mike challenges us to be different as followers of Jesus. From examining the...

In this segment of Pastor Mike Stevens' sermon series, we explore the pivotal role of the Holy Spirit in guiding believers towards a deeper connection with God. By addressing common pitfalls and emphasizing the transformative power of God's love, Pastor Mike highlights the essential nature of being filled with the Holy Spirit. Drawing parallels from scripture and real-life examples, he underscores the importance of indivi...

Dive into 1 John 4:7; 17-18 as we discover the connection with God leading to love for others. 🙏 Unpack Proverbs wisdom in receiving instruction and the humorous insights of Proverbs 12:1. Discover the risks and rewards of correction in Proverbs 9:7-12, with lessons from Luke 18:9-14 and Numbers 12:3 on humility. 📜 Moses' humility, humor, and intimate encounters with God at Mt. Sinai (Exodus 19:16-20) and the Tent of Meeting...

Join Pastor Mike Stevens in Part 3 of the series 'Free from Fear of Death and Judgment.' Discover the blessed assurance of eternal life in Heaven through faith in Jesus. 🌟

Don't miss the parallels between a hypothetical health pill and God's promise of eternal life! Explore the stages of cultural departure from faith and the freedom from the fear of death offered by the Gospel. Understand the valuable...

This week's sermon delves into the concept of God's love as a unifying force in Christianity, emphasizing the role of love in bringing believers together and driving them towards a common mission.

It draws parallels between the Apostle Paul's transformation through God's love and his commitment to the mission of spreading the Gospel. The message highlights the twofold mission for believers: living out a...

Pastor Mike Stevens delves into 1 John 4:7-21, emphasizing the profound connection between God's love and our love for others. He introduces the "drive pulley concept" to explain the importance of a continuous flow of love within the Body of Christ, emphasizing the command to love God, neighbors, fellow believers, and even enemies.

Pastor Mike highlights the diagnostic nature of love, stating that a lack of ...

[ Previously Recorded: November 19, 2023 ]

Discover the essence of "High Stakes Faith: Submitting Your Financial Life to Christ." This message dives into modern-day discipleship by exploring what it means to follow Jesus today, emphasizing the principle of surrendering our financial lives to Him.

Explore biblical teachings from 1 Timothy and Matthew, focusing on releasing oneself to God and finding freed...