Preparations for Following a Hated Savior | John 15:18-25

In this text, Jesus prepares His disciples to endure a hostile world by equipping them with the knowledge that they will be treated the same way He was treated. To help them navigate the world’s hatred, He reminds them just how foolish it is to reject Jesus’ clear self-revelation.

Abiding in the Vine - Part 5 - A Picture of the Abider | John 15:12-17

Abiding in Christ expresses itself in sacrificial love for other believers, a love modeled by Jesus’ own death. As we meditate on our privileged position, we are moved to humbly praise Christ and gladly follow his example.

Abiding in the Vine - Part 4 -The Joy of Living in the Love of Jesus | John 15:9-11

Jesus expounds on the command to abide in Him by telling us to remain in His love—a love which He initiates and which is experienced through ongoing obedience. As believers endure in dependence on Christ, we learn that the path of obedience is a path that leads to the fulness of joy.

Abiding in the Vine - Part 3 - The Beauty and Blessings of Abiding in Christ | John 15:7-8

There are many blessings that flow from abiding in Jesus. In this text, Jesus graciously shows some unexpected blessings that flow from a life that is abiding in the Vine: our prayers are answered and the Father is glorified.

Abiding in the Vine - Part 2 - The Necessity of Christ for a Fruit-Bearing Life

Jesus teaches that fruit in the Christian life flows only from ongoing dependence on Him, not mere proximity to His teaching or association with His people. John 15:3–6 confronts us with both the gracious foundation Christ provides and the sobering reality that failure to abide reveals the absence of true life.

Preparing to Celebrate Christmas | Luke 10:38-42

This Christmas message focuses on the story of Mary and Martha and their interactions with Jesus. In this iconic text, Pastor Andrey highlights how we are to cherish Christ at every moment, freeing ourselves from the distractions that can prevent us from doing so, and rest in His care.

The Privilege of Participation in Jesus’ Ministry | John 14:12-14

In this text, Jesus tells his followers that he will include them as participants in His ministry. He graciously brings us into His ministry through our involvement in the church’s mission and through prayer.

Dismayed and Betrayed: A Devastating Step Towards the Cross | John 13:18-30

This message centers on the betrayal and discovery of the betrayal of Jesus. Pastor Adam highlights the portion of John 13 that discusses how Jesus uncovered the truth about his betrayal, the discovery of who the betrayer was, and the subsequent departure of the betrayer, who was Judas. This passage showcases how Jesus responded to this news with perfect grace and love, depicting His eternal and everlasting mercy.