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Myth Busters // Everything Happens for a Reason

Nicole Earp — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:49:39 +0000

Many people turn to the phrase everything happens for a reason when life falls apart. It sounds reassuring, and it suggests that suffering fits into a bigger plan. However, comfort can quickly turn into harm. When spoken to someone who is grieving, this phrase can feel dismissive. It can minimize pain. It can imply that God caused […]

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Myth Busters // More You We Can Handle

Nicole Earp — Sun, 28 Dec 2025 16:57:01 +0000

“God doesn’t give you more than you can handle.” It sounds comforting, and it’s often said with good intentions. But for many people, it lands like a weight instead of a lifeline. In his sermon, Pastor David confronts that familiar phrase and asks an honest question: Is it actually true? More importantly, is it actually helpful? Sermon God doesn’t […]

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Philippians // And With Enough

Nicole Earp — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 17:19:36 +0000

A Letter Written from Prison, Not Comfort Paul’s words in Philippians 4 were not written from a comfortable place. He was imprisoned, isolated, and waiting for a trial that could possibly end his life. There was no certainty and no guarantee of freedom. Yet Paul writes with joy, telling the Philippian church that he has […]

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Acts of the Spirit // Bottle Episode:

Nicole Earp — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 17:03:18 +0000

Big Dreams. Big Plans. It’s hard not to think that big equates to success. But success looks different to everybody. So, what if there’s actually strength in smallness. In this bottle episode, Pastor Nicole reminds us that smallness isn’t a weakness but a gift. A gift that allows us to focus on deep relationships, meaningful […]

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Y’all Means All // Stranger things

Nicole Earp — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 16:27:24 +0000

Have you ever found yourself in a strange place you never expected to be? Maybe you’ve looked back at your life and though: how did I get here? Was it coincidence, was it fate, or was it something bigger and stranger at work? This week Pastor Nicole explores this question through one of the bible’s […]

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Y’all Means All // I Would Walk 500-Miles…

Nicole Earp — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 18:34:23 +0000

Our new series “Y’all Means All,” its all about embracing the call to inclusive love, and taking our journey beyond mere tolerance to a place where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and loved! Last Week The challenge from last week was to ask ourselves: am I tolerant or am I inclusive? We looked at how profoundly […]

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Y’all Means All // Tolerance vs. Inclusion

Nicole Earp — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 23:08:54 +0000

We are moving right along in our summer of series! This week Pastor Nicole kicked off our new series: “Y’all Means All!“ Over the next few weeks we’re going to be looking at the apostles’ ACTS of inclusivity. So, to get us rolling Pastor Nicole goes on a deep dive and exploring the differences between […]

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Upstart Apostles // Visionary Leadership

Nicole Earp — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 14:35:48 +0000

We are continuing our SUMMER OF SERIES with our NEW SERIES: Upstart Apostles. We get our inspiration for this series from Acts 4:1 of the MSG translation where the early followers of Jesus are labeled “Upstart Apostles.” This term encapsulates their trailblazing spirit! The apostles were starting something new, facing challenges, and yet their faith […]

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Act B.C. // Meetings, Prison Breaks, & Fads! Oh My!

David Thomas — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 14:44:55 +0000

Pastor David wraps up our Acts B.C. series with a powerful message about the strength of the early church. Pastor David takes a trip down memory lane reminding us of some terrible fads we suffered through. Remember water beds, planking, blond tips for guys? Well your favorite pastor does! Fads come and go, with the […]

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Acts B.C. // Boldness

David Thomas — Mon, 24 Jun 2024 14:14:07 +0000

Acts 4 This week Pastor David tackles the theme of courage and boldness. In Acts 4:23-31 we read of profound courage within the early church. This is an encouragement we need today more than ever! Peter and John are once again center stage. After being threated by religious leaders, the don’t cower or run. Instead, […]

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Losing My Religion // Part 1

Nicole Earp — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:52:33 +0000

So often in the middle of our spiritual journeys a pivotal moment that calls us to sift through to relics of tradition and find the essence of truth faith. As we get closer to Easter, Pastor Brian is taking us on a reflective journey in a series he’s calling “Losing My Religion.” According to Pastor […]

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Advent // Joy

Nicole Earp — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 20:15:36 +0000

In a world often overshadowed by uncertainty and challenges, finding joy can seem like a distant dream. However, a recent sermon on joy, set against the backdrop of the Advent season, offers a refreshing perspective on how we can rediscover and embrace joy in our lives. Advent, a four-week period leading up to Christmas, is […]

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Advent // Hope

Nicole Earp — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 18:14:19 +0000

This week we continue our journey expectant waiting, as we reflect on HOPE! Pastor Brian dives into the heart of the Advent season, as we anticipate and prepare for the celebration of Jesus’ birth. Understanding the bible is like a puzzle. Patience is required to put the pieces together and see the bigger picture. Brian […]

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Jonah // Grace in the Deep

Nicole Earp — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 13:59:24 +0000

Have you ever found yourself running from God, trying to escape his presence? In this week’s message, Nicole walks us through a though-provoking perspective on the story of Jonah, highlighting the deeper message of grace, mercy, and redemption found within this familiar tale. Nicole uses humor to remind us that his story is not just […]

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Nehemiah // But We Prayed

Nicole Earp — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 14:06:42 +0000

This week we unlock the power of prayer and take a bigger look at Nehemiah’s story. Journeying through the entire book of Nehemiah we’ll look at crucial moments when Nehemiah and his community turned to prayer. Join us as we rediscover timeless lessons. We dive into the powerful prayers found throughout Nehemiah’s story. Nehemiah’s faith, […]

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Nehemiah // Jesus & Nehemiah

Nicole Earp — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:48:31 +0000

Welcome to week 1 of our series through the story of Nehemiah. Nehemiah is a story of FAITH IN ACTION! From the physical reconstruction of walls to the spiritual rebuilding of our souls, we’ll uncover how these narratives intertwine to shape our past, define our present, and guide our future. Join us as we explore […]

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