SERMONS
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FAITH > FEAR
Throughout our lives we’ll always face difficult tests. Should we compromise or should we stay faithful to God? Should we be led by faith or succumb to our fears? Daniel shows us a life of faithfulness that will eventually lead us into the presence of the true King.
PAST SERMON SERIES
THE MINISTRY OF RECONCILIATION
Our country and city are groaning under the weight of our collective brokenness: racially, physically and spiritually. The Good News of Jesus is that He’s come to heal our central relationships. Jesus has come to make his enemies into friends and to welcome them to join Him as he makes all things new. The gospel gives us courage to confess our own sins, strength to renew our relationships and hope that all will be made right.
THE RESOLUTION OF HEAVEN
We live in a time where there’s so much uncertainty and unrest. 1 Corinthians 15 gives us a glimpse of a final resolution, God’s final act in the drama of redemption.
ASSURED OF GOD’S LOVE
Difficult times often make us doubt God's love for us. Romans 8 reassures us of God's faithful love that cannot be conquered by death, mistakes or sickness. The ministry of the Spirit persuades of us of God's relentless love.
Grow it.
Everybody is a follower of trends, desires and people. But in midst of all these voices, Jesus calls his disciples to an ultimate calling, to live for something much greater. Join us as we walk with Jesus and discover the art of discipleship and to answer the call to live remarkable lives that will echo throughout eternity.
SOUL SABBATH
We’re often running on empty trying to juggle work, family and friends. In midst of this chaos, God invites us into a deep rest that will replenish our souls. Sabbath is a divine “time out,” a time and space for us to be rejuvenated physically, spiritually and emotionally. Throughout this series we’ll look at key spiritual practices that will help us to be renewed.
ADVENT SERIES
During Advent we celebrate the first coming of Jesus, the great Immanuel. Immanuel means that we are never truly alone. God is with us in midst of our mess, our tragedies and our failures. During Advent we also long for the King to come again to make everything new.
THE BLUEPRINT: EPHESIANS
What does a relationship with God really look like? What does God desire for my life, my relationships and my future? The book of Ephesians shows us God’s grand plan for His people and His kingdom. It’s a sweeping, epic look at God’s unfolding plan for His often forgetful people.
JONAH: THE JOURNEY
Jonah shows us the dark side that often hides in all of us: our anger, pride and selfishness. But as far as Jonah runs, God’s love runs further. Jonah shows us God’s unending love for prodigals and for all nations.
RUTH: LOVE IN HARD PLACES
Sometimes life is filled with hard circumstances and difficult people. How do we love people who are hard to love? How do we find joy in the hard places of life? The story of Ruth shows us how we can learn to see the presence of God in the pain of life. Ruth shows us how God’s plan can unfold in the most unlikely places and people.
GOD’S HOUSE
What is the church all about and why is it relevant today? Many people think of the church as outdated or filled with hypocrisy. 1 Timothy shows us about the church’s true foundation and the crucial role it plays in our world. The church is God’s family designed to support us through our most difficult moments. Join us as we learn how we can thrive as members of God’s House.
PSALMS
The Psalms show us that Christianity isn’t just about belief but about following Jesus on a life-giving path. The Psalms show us how we can develop an everyday liturgy of seeking God through the sacred rituals of meditation, prayer, confession and praise. Each week we'll discover spiritual rhythms that can grow our inner lives so that we can sing from our souls.
DREAMING GOD’S DREAMS
Is it important for us to have dreams? The early years of Jospeh show us the importance of dreams but also the great dangers. Joseph’s dreams give him a glimpse of his future but it also fills him with great pride. God calls us to protect our dreams but also to receive them with humility and divine dependence.
GOD’S STORY
Is the Bible just a series of stories or one great story with one ultimate hero? In Genesis we see the beginning of a great story that will slowly unfold throughout the Bible. The early pages of Genesis show us the storyline of Creation, Fall, Redemption and Restoration. God invites us to be part of this greater story as we begin this year.
LONGING FOR THE KING
We live in a turbulent age of conflict, division and uncertainty. Whether we are believers or atheists, we all long for something far greater. Advent is a season of longing for peace, healing and justice. All of our longings ultimately find fulfillment in the coming of Christ the true Shepherd, the true King, the true Prince of Peace.
PHILIPPIANS
We live in chaotic times where it’s easy to feel stressed and overwhelmed. Philippians teaches us how we can find joy even in the most trying seasons. God’s desire for his people is that our inner lives would be filled with the peace and joy that comes from God alone.
THE LIFE OF DAVID
David was a young unassuming boy who was chosen by God to become the greatest king over Israel. David’s journey to kingship shows us the beauty of friendship and grace but also the perils of hidden pride. David is a wounded king who shows us the heights of God’s love but also the depths of humanity’s fallenness. David’s life ultimately points toward a more perfect King who will graciously rule the nations.
THE GOSPEL OF LUKE
In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus is on a journey. Throughout his ministry, he’s constantly calling unlikely and unqualified people to follow him on a journey to Jerusalem. Jesus invites us all to travel with him on a exhilarating spiritual journey through the wilderness of life into his glorious presence.
SEASON OF HOPE
Advent is a season of hope. In our dark world filled with scandals, violence and division, Advent offers up the hope that a King will finally come to make all things new. In the Gospel of Luke we'll look at the anticipation and unfailing hope found I'm the coming of Jesus.
MY MAN MO’
Moses is often thought of as an unflinching hero who brought down the Ten Commandments. But throughout this series we’ll see the dark side of Moses as he struggled with anger and unbelief. Moses’ journey through Exodus was a long road to liberation. We’ll see how God can redeem all of us through a lifelong journey that will lead to an ultimate freedom.
A GOD CENTERED LIFE
Everybody has some center that their entire life is based on. But what could hold the weight of being the 'one thing' in your life? In this sermon series we will be looking at how the God of the Universe can occupy this central place in our lives. We'll learn how to see God at the center of our thought life, our work and our relationships. A God-Centered life liberates us from frustration and frees us to live in joyful response to our King.
BETWEEN TWO CITIES
We live in a chaotic time of change and uncertainty in our country and city. As a follower of Jesus, we are called to live as faithful citizens of both the city of man and the city of God. 1 Peter gives us helpful wisdom on how we can live in the tension of now and forever.
INTIMATE COMMUNITY
Los Angeles is a city with millions of people commuting to distant places. It’s difficult in our diverse city to feel like we belong anywhere. Even worship at church can feel like being a spectator at a performance. The focus of our ministry this year is to become an intimate community where we can be personally known by God and by others. Our hope is to grow closer to the heart of God and closer to the heart of others. Join us this year as we grow into this beautiful and diverse community.
LIGHT IN THE MIDST OF DARKNESS
We live in a world full of darkness, division and uncertainty. In midst of all these great problems, Advent is a bright light that declares the hopeful reality of God’s gracious intervention. Advent is a season to look up, wonder and rest in God’s miraculous grace. Join us as we discover this great light in midst of darkness.
LIAR, LIAR
Jacob was a cheat, a thief, and a man on the run. But through all his wild wanderings God was always in pursuit of him. Jacob’s story is how God can use anyone and use anything to extend his kingdom. Jacob’s life teaches us about God’s magnificent grace to the broken man in all of us.
THE UPSIDE DOWN KINGDOM
What does it look like to be a follower of Jesus today? Many people think it means a life of endless morality or a judgmental spirit. But Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount shows us a radically different and refreshing dynamic. Jesus teaches us how to live a life of simplicity and spirituality in a chaotic and superficial world. Instead of telling his followers to judge others, he encourages them to live a life of radical love. In a world of endless deadlines, he encourages us to live without worry. Join us as we learn about a whole new way to live and experience the Kingdom of God.