Reach Church

Evil is real, but it is not ultimate. In Ephesians 6, Paul calls the church not to fear, not to hate, and not to hide—but to stand firm in the strength of Christ. This is a call to lament honestly, see clearly, and live faithfully as salt and light in an evil day.

We sense that the Lord is inviting our church into greater dependence and simplicity in this season. As we kick off this new series, we’ll look to Psalm 127 as a call for our community to embrace humble dependence, partnership, and trust in His provision.

When life gives us “hard to believe” moments — healing, restored relationships, financial breakthrough — we can quietly lower our expectations and limit what we believe God can do.This message explores how unbelief blocks blessing, why we set boundaries with God, and how to break free from them. We look at biblical examples, expose the roots like fear and disappointment, and discover how to move from limitation to full trust.

We live in a world of full of daily ruptures in relationship. Whereas rupture is common, repair is not. But if we can learn repair, these hurts can be transformative. They can deepen relational connection and emotional maturity. Jesus invites us on a mission of repairing ruptures continually.

Jesus concludes His greatest sermon with a stark choice between two builders—one wise, one foolish. The difference isn't in their appearance or even their religious activity, but in whether they actually do what Jesus says. Jesus challenges us to examine what we're truly building our lives upon and whether we're hearers only or doers of God's Word.

Jesus isn’t fooled by impressive words or spiritual performance. He looks for fruit. This week, we’ll hear His warning about false prophets, hollow religion, and the danger of building a life on appearances. But we’ll also discover His invitation to a deeper, truer kind of faith.

“Marked by Remembrance” is a call to return — not just in practice, but in heart. Drawing from the fatherly wisdom of Proverbs and the covenant promises of Psalm 103, this sermon reminds us that we are shaped by what we remember. God calls us to treasure His Word, hold fast to His commands, and never forget His benefits. He still forgives. He still heals. He still redeems. He still crowns. He still satisfies. In a world eager to forget, may we be a people marked by remembrance — anchored in obedience and overflowing with praise.

As we enter the final stretch of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus’ words take on a sharper edge—marked by urgency and clarity. In his conclusion, he lays before us a series of warnings and tests that reveal the true cost of following him in the kingdom. This week in particular, we pay close attention to two gates and two paths before us: one that drifts toward destruction, and another that leads to life abundant. His invitation is simple: choose life… choose him.

Jesus is the only one who ever lived the Golden Rule perfectly—and He did it for us. We can only live it by looking to Him and letting His love reshape us. This isn’t about trying harder—it’s about moving closer.

As children in God’s Kingdom, we’re invited to live in the reality of how much more—where the Father’s heart is wide open to us. The Kingdom isn’t just coming; it’s here, and access to the Father is our present reality. Jesus invites us to ask, seek, and knock with shameless audacity—trusting Him again as a good Father and embracing our identity as His beloved kids. This isn’t just a redirection of our prayers, but a redirection of our hearts—an invitation into deeper intimacy with our Father.

"Making All Things New" is a three-part story series, written in novel style, about how Sam's life went from ruins to restoration. The first part of Sam's story illustrates how a rebellious kid ran as fast as he could away from God only to be found in the most unlikely place.

Just three verses of Jesus’ teaching - somewhat enigmatic - actually open up a world of familiar territory for all hearts that are open to its truth. In these short statements our Savior-Teacher gently explores desire, its power, its purpose, and the biblical warnings about its misuse. Come and we’ll listen in together. 

Questions are answered about this week's sermon: "Can people really change?"

As Jesus shows us how the values of the Kingdom of Heaven differ (sometimes significantly) from the values of the world, this week we'll explore his famous words, "...where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." Human nature pulls us strongly towards hoarding resources and wealth in an effort to ensure our well-being. But Jesus shows us that there is a better treasure to seek; an eternal treasure in heaven.

Jesus doesn’t say if you fast, but when—inviting us to practice not for attention, but for intimacy. In a world of noise, performance, and quiet misconceptions, fasting helps us return to God with our whole hearts and step into deeper connection with the Father.

As we conclude our series on the Lord's Prayer, Jesus teaches us that tests, temptations, and suffering are inevitable in this life—realities He himself faced. Through this final petition, He shows us how to live and pray with unwavering trust in our Father's faithfulness to deliver us from all evil.

Living in the stream of grace—receiving and extending it—is essential to the Christian life. As we’ve been shown mercy and forgiveness, we’re called to offer the same to others. Grace, both receiving and giving it, is not a side note; it’s essential to life with God. This practice keeps us connected to God’s heart and allows His grace to flow through us into the lives of those around us.

Jesus invites us to live in daily dependence on God the Father, trusting Him as both our physical provider and spiritual sustainer. It challenges our self-sufficiency and fear of unworthiness by reminding us that God’s care is never-ending.

Jesus is inviting us to participate in bringing His Kingdom into our reality, transforming our homes, workplaces, and region. The Lord's Prayer isn't merely a formula to recite, but a transformative framework that reorients our entire lives to seek God's Kingdom first, while trusting Him completely for our needs. In an important season for the future of our church, we’re learning to align our hearts in prayer to join God’s purposes for our community.

On Sunday we're beginning a new sermon series exploring the Lord's Prayer. Jesus teaches us to pray not by starting with our needs but with our identity. We'll look at what it means to call God our Father, to see Him as both near and holy, and to reorient our hearts around His name. Before we say anything else in prayer, Jesus invites us to come home.