Billings Vineyard Church Sunday Sermons

Vineyard Church | Following the Way: Peace in the Locked Room

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:12:17 -0600

John 20:19–23; Ezekiel 37; Revelation 21 NLT

The risen Jesus meets us in our fear and speaks peace... Peace is not something we produce; it's something we receive from His presence.

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Vineyard Church | Following the Way: New Creation Begins

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:52:11 -0600

John 20, Matthew 28 NLT

The resurrection of Jesus is not something that happened to Him. It is the beginning of what God is doing in us. Easter is not only good news to believe; it is new life to step into.

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Vineyard Church | Following the Way: The King We Want vs. The King We Need

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:35:07 -0600

Luke 19:28–44 NLT

Jesus refuses to be the king we try to control and insists on being the King who saves. The crowd wanted a king who would fix their circumstances, but Jesus came to transform their hearts. If we’re honest, we often want the same thing... Palm Sunday invites us to surrender our expectations and follow the King we actually need.

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Vineyard Church | Following the Way: Jesus Welcomes the Outsider - The Table of the King

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:23:40 -0600

Luke 7:36-50 NLT

Hospitality does not earn God’s love; it trains our hearts to reflect it. Kingdom people are formed at the table, learning to welcome as they have been welcomed and to extend mercy as they have received mercy. At the King’s table, belonging is not determined by reputation or labels, but by mercy. Mercy has the final word, and peace is the gift Jesus sends us home with.

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Vineyard Church | Following the Way: Jesus Heals the Hurting - The Compassionate King

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:27:43 -0600

Psalm 103:8-13; Mark 5; Matthew 9:35-38; Isaiah 65:17-19

Jesus does not avoid suffering; He moves toward it with compassion and power. As we follow Him, our hearts are formed to see the hurting and step toward them with prayer, presence, and mercy.

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Vineyard Church | Following the Way: Practices of the Kingdom: Giving, Praying, Trusting, Forgiving

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:11:43 -0600

Matthew 6:1–18 | 6:25–34

Practices do not earn God’s love; they train our hearts to live from it. Kingdom people are formed through hidden, ordinary rhythms that reorder love, trust, and allegiance.

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Vineyard Church | Following the Way: The Art of Enemy Love

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:31:03 -0700

Matthew 5:38-48; Romans 17-21; Genesis 45 NLT If we trust Jesus to guide us, He will show us how to truly and creatively love our enemies. just as He first loves us.

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Vineyard Church | Following the Way: The Heart-Level Life - Real Righteousness

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:58:38 -0700

Jesus is not interested in surface-level behavior change. He transforms the heart, reordering our desires and restoring integrity from the inside out.

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Vineyard Church | Following the Way: Salty and Lighty People

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 08:13:49 -0700

Matthew 5:13–16 | Exodus 9:1–6

Jesus forms a people whose lives quietly and clearly reveal the Kingdom of God. Salt and light are not tasks to perform but identities to live from. God never intended for His people to hide in order to preserve their faith—salt left in a container preserves nothing, and light hidden under a basket does nothing. A private faith may feel safer, but it cannot impact anyone. At the same time, we are not called to dominate culture or force influence; being salt and light naturally flows from a life transformed by the Kingdom. Fear tempts us either to blend in to keep acceptance or to become loud to gain significance. But when we are secure in our identity in Christ, we simply live as who we are—and in doing so, we shine. Salt is salt, and light is light. They don’t strive to be what they already are.

Vineyard Church | Following the Way: Blessed are the Broken- the Beattitudes

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:07:55 -0700

The Beatitudes (Matthew 5:1–12) aren’t traits we achieve but the fruit of a life abiding in Jesus. Christ didn’t come looking for “put-together” people—He came to call broken people into a relationship with Him. Like trees rooted in living water (Psalm 1; Isaiah 64), we rely on Him for life; the fruit is evidence, not the goal. Meekness is strength without domination, spiritual hunger is a gift, and peacemaking always costs something. The Beatitudes aren’t the way into the Kingdom—they’re the evidence of a life being transformed within it.

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Vineyard Church | Following the Way: The Kingdom Breaks In

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:38:37 -0700

When Jesus arrives, the kingdom breaks in. In Mark 1 and across Scripture, we see that Jesus is a disruption of the highest order—not through force, fear, or ritual, but through calm, restoring authority. He confronts brokenness without shaming, restores dignity both publicly and privately, and brings freedom wherever He reigns. The kingdom of God does not stop at relief or settle into comfort; healing is not the goal but a sign that the King is present. This same authority is still active today, inviting us not only to receive the kingdom, but to participate in it. We don’t wait until we have it all figured out—faithful participation is how maturity is formed, because Jesus is King.

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Vineyard Church | Following the Way: Come, Follow Me

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:21:44 -0700

In this sermon from Luke 5:1–11, Adam explores Jesus’ invitation to “Come, follow me.” Faith is presented not as a formula to master, but as a way of life formed through walking with Jesus. Jesus calls ordinary people with real stories, limitations, and lives into a shared journey where transformation happens through a willing yes, deeper love, and life together in community. This deeply personal call is never private—it becomes visible as our lives are shaped and sent into the world.

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Vineyard Church | Following the Way: Beloved, Then Tested

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 13:26:42 -0700

After being declared beloved, Jesus is led into the wilderness—not to lose His identity, but to reveal it. Matthew 4:1–11 reminds us that knowing we are loved does not remove testing; it exposes whose voice we trust when life gets hard. Temptation offers power without obedience and success without surrender, but true identity is formed by trust, not performance. Our circumstances do not define our faith—God does. Obedience is not about being noticed; it is about remaining faithful to the One who calls us beloved.

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Vineyard Church | Following the Way: Beloved Before You Begin

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0700

In this sermon, we reflect on Jesus’ baptism in Matthew 3:13–17 alongside Psalm 2 and Isaiah 42 to discover that God’s love comes before our performance. Just as Simon became Peter through relationship, not effort, our identity is formed by walking with Jesus—not by striving to earn approval. Jesus’ baptism is powerful because He did not need repentance, yet He chose to stand where we stand, identifying with broken humanity. He began His ministry with presence, not distance, setting the pattern for His followers. Faith does not lift us above the mess; it keeps us rooted in love within it. The church begins not in purity, but in God’s presence. Obedience flows from identity, not anxiety. Being beloved doesn’t remove struggle—but it changes where we stand when it comes.

Vineyard Church | A Light Is Coming: When Love Leads the Way

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0700

This sermon, given by Brad Anderson, explores God’s love as the motive behind His actions through John 3:16–21 and 1 John 4:7–13. Brad shares how surrendering to Jesus after a difficult past opened his heart to receive deep, healing love and led him into callings he never expected. The message encourages listeners to be brave and courageous in releasing self-interest and stepping into God’s purposes, trusting that God sustains His creation through love. All who place their trust in Christ can receive His love in full measure and the Holy Spirit to heal, guide, and transform their lives

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Vineyard Church | A Light Is Coming: Love is When God Comes Close

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0700

John 1 & 2 Advent reminds us that love is God coming close. In Jesus, God didn’t love from a distance—He stepped into our mess, touched the broken, and stayed present. True love takes risks, refuses separation, and transforms us when we receive it and give it away.

Vineyard Church | A Light Is Coming: Joy Erupts in Awakening

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0700

Luke 1:46–55| John 4:1-30 | Luke 2:8–14 True joy is found where grace meets our story. In this sermon, Adam shows how joy doesn’t wait for pain to end—it appears when we recognize God at work in the middle of it. Through Mary and the shepherds, we see that God uses ordinary people and brings joy not by changing circumstances, but by awakening us to the bigger picture. All Things Vineyard: https://www.billingsvineyard.org/

Vineyard Church | A Light Is Coming: Peace Begins When Striving Ends

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0700

In our Advent series on Peace, we look at Luke 1:67–79 and Isaiah 11:1–9 and see that peace isn’t something we create—it’s something we receive. After 400 years of silence, Zechariah encounters an angel and is told he will have a son, John, who will prepare the way for the Lord. When Zechariah asks for a sign, God answers with nine months of silence—a forced surrender that forms a deeper peace. When John is born, Zechariah’s voice returns, and he immediately proclaims God’s bigger plan and declares that God will guide our feet into the path of peace. This message reminds us that control only produces more fear, but peace comes when our striving ends and we trust God’s will. Peace isn’t a mood—it’s a new direction. And as God gives peace to our souls, He calls us to be peacemakers, not peacekeepers—calm, steady people who step into brokenness with courage because Jesus has already secured the outcome.

Vineyard Church | A Light Is Coming: Hope Begins in the Darkness

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -0700

As we begin Advent, Adam reminds us that hope starts in the dark—not when life is easy, but when we’re waiting for God to keep His promises. Isaiah’s prophecy and Mary’s story both declare the same truth: a light is coming. Biblical hope isn’t optimism or control; it’s trusting God’s character before we understand His plan. Like Mary, we learn to say “yes” to God in uncertainty, taking small steps of trust, remembering His faithfulness, and surrendering our fears. Advent invites us to wait well, to believe that even when we can’t see it yet, Jesus—the Light of the World—is already breaking into our darkness.

Vineyard Church | The Coming King: The King Who is Coming

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0700

This week, Pastor Adam continued our series by looking at Zechariah 9:9–10, Luke 19:35–42, and Revelation 19:11–16. He reminded us that the same King who once rode into Jerusalem on a borrowed donkey will one day return on a white horse. We live in the time between those two rides. Jesus didn’t come to conquer Rome but to conquer death. His kingdom advances through peace, love, and sacrificial authority—not force. Just as many missed Him because He didn’t arrive in the way they expected, we can also miss His quiet, humble movement in our lives today. The Jesus on the donkey and the Jesus on the white horse are the same—gentle, victorious, and already King. His robe is dipped in His own blood, showing that He conquers by sacrifice, not violence. His return is not about destruction, but restoration. He invites us to serve instead of demand, to worship instead of worry.

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Vineyard Church | The Coming King: The King Who Reigns

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0700

Psalm 97:1-6 | Mark 4:35-41 | Revelation 1:12-18

God doesn’t promise a life without storms—He promises His presence in the middle of them. The darkness doesn’t hide Him; it reveals His nearness. The same King who commands the wind and waves still reigns over us today. Jesus’ silence in the storm wasn’t abandonment but an invitation to trust. We often fear God’s power because it calls us to surrender what we know, yet He doesn’t ask us to pretend the waves aren’t real. Instead, He calms the storm within us. True peace isn’t found in avoiding the storm, but in knowing who is in the boat with us.

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Vineyard Church | The Coming King: The King Who Restores

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0700

Ezekiel 37:1-14 | John 21: 1-19
Forgiveness isn’t just an idea—it’s an encounter. When we truly believe we’re forgiven, restoration begins. The King who reigns over death also rebuilds what’s broken, breathing life into what shame tried to destroy. Failure isn’t final—just as Jesus restored Peter, He restores us too. God doesn’t rebuild us to sit on a shelf; He rebuilds us to live restored and renewed.

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Vineyard Church | The Coming King: The King Who Confronts Idols

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0700

Daniel 3:13–30 | John 18:33–37 When faced with pressure to bow, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego stood firm—not in arrogance, but in freedom under the true King. Their obedience didn’t avoid the fire—it revealed who was already in it with them. Jesus doesn’t come to take sides; He comes to take authority. Idolatry isn’t loving bad things—it’s loving good things too much. False thrones promise peace if we stay quiet, but real faith takes risk. The King who confronts idols doesn’t enslave—He frees. His kingdom doesn’t need defending; it needs declaring.

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Vineyard Church | The Coming King: Crown of Thorns

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0600

Every crown the world has made comes at a cost, but none compares to the crown of thorns. Jesus, the servant King, conquered through surrender. His wounds bring healing, His silence speaks love, and His surrender is still our victory. The crown of thorns isn’t a symbol of failure—it’s the sign of a love that would rather bleed than abandon.

Vineyard Church | The Coming King: The Servant Chosen

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0600

In this message, Adam explores the first of Isaiah’s “Servant Songs,” revealing how they point to Jesus—the One who embodies what Israel was always meant to be and what we are called to become. Spoken in a time of exile, corruption, and despair, these prophetic words remind us that God’s power doesn’t come through domination but restoration. Unlike the kings and empires of Isaiah’s day, the Servant of the Lord demonstrates strength through gentleness and authority through service. True power, Adam explains, is expressed in humility and love. Drawing from Isaiah 42:1–7 and Matthew 12:15–21, this sermon redefines justice—not as a political tool or human agenda, but as God’s act of setting the world right again. Jesus doesn’t merely save souls; He restores creation itself. Gentleness, Adam concludes, is the kind of strength that makes space for others—the mark of the true King and His followers.

Vineyard Church | The Coming King: The King We Always Needed

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0600

In this week’s message, Pastor Adam reminds us that everything we crown will eventually fall short—because only God was ever meant to be King. From Israel’s repeated cycle of crying out for a rescuer, rejoicing, becoming complacent, and falling into chaos again, we see that humanity’s desire for control leads us away from faith. There was never a Plan B with God—His reign has always been the plan. Unlike earthly kings, His rule isn’t marked by force, but by surrender. Even the best human leaders will crumble under the weight of trying to be what only God can be. Through passages like Judges 21:25, 1 Samuel 8, Daniel 7, and Mark 1:15, Adam shows that history isn’t random—it’s a divine story moving toward a throne that will last forever. When we step off our own thrones and uncrown the earthly kings we’ve trusted, we find that: His justice never corrupts, His mercy never runs dry, and His reign isn’t just a future hope—it’s good news for today.

Vineyard Church | Rory Wilson: Psalm 23

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 12:11:00 -0600

In this message, Rory Wilson invites us to view Psalm 23 through the eyes of the sheep—helpless, dependent, and fully reliant on the Shepherd. He highlights three key truths: 1. Sheep are foolish — prone to wander and make poor decisions, much like us. 2. Sheep are dirty — unable to clean or care for themselves. 3. Sheep are defenseless — weak and vulnerable without their Shepherd’s protection. Rory explains that the “green pastures” of Psalm 23 aren’t lush meadows, but small patches of provision in the rocky wilderness of Israel—just enough for what the sheep need in each moment. The Shepherd faithfully guides, protects, and provides, using His staff to defend and direct. This message reminds us to trust the Shepherd completely—He knows what we need, restores us when we fall, and walks closely beside us through every valley. Video shown in sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIrS3h7cH_A All things Vineyard: https://www.billingsvineyard.org/

Vineyard Church | Strength in Surrender: Strength in Weakness

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0600

2 Corinthians 11:16 – 13:10 Preached by Adam The cross shows God’s victory in weakness, and Paul reminds us that our scars—like his—are not marks of shame but testimonies of God’s power. Instead of boasting in strength, we point to what Christ has done in our lowest moments. True faith bears fruit not through polished appearances but through surrendered lives where Jesus’ love shines through our scars.

Vineyard Church | Strength in Surrender: True Leadership, True Sacrifice

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 12:10:00 -0600

Adam preaches from 2 Corinthians 10–11, demonstrating how Paul exemplifies the way of Jesus through humble, sacrificial, and servant-hearted leadership. Rather than leading with control or pride, Paul points us to Christ’s gentle and humble heart (Matthew 11:29) and the call to walk humbly with God (Micah 6:8). True leadership doesn’t seek self-indulgence or comparison—it serves, surrenders, and embraces sacrifice. At its core, leadership in the kingdom of God costs something, but it always points people back to Jesus, not ourselves.

Vineyard Church | Convoy of Hope’s Bryan McLees

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0600

We were honored to welcome Bryan McLees from Convoy of Hope as our guest speaker. Bryan shared how your Maundy Thursday giving makes a real difference across the world—feeding children in schools, training women to start businesses, equipping farmers to increase their harvests, and so much more. As a former Vineyard Pastor who has poured into raising up leaders within Vineyard churches, Bryan also brought a powerful message from John 4. He reminded us that even in times of unrest—like the baptisms in Jerusalem or the tensions in Samaria—Jesus shows us how to bring hope, healing, and reconciliation across barriers. Don’t miss this encouraging word about how God uses our generosity and obedience to impact lives globally and locally.

Vineyard Church | 20 Years of Worship

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0600

This week at Billings Vineyard we celebrated 20 years of God’s faithfulness. Pastor Adam reflected on the journey of growth and pruning, reminding us that through it all, God has never left us. Looking forward, we are called to live beyond Sundays—embracing Jesus’ command to make disciples, His comfort and strength in every season, and His call to daily surrender and cross-bearing.

Vineyard Church | Strength in Surrender: The Grace of Giving

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0600

2 Corinthians 8:1–5, 9:6–15 Paul reframes giving—not as guilt or obligation, but as grace, joy, and worship. Using the example of the Macedonian church, which gave generously despite deep poverty and hardship, Paul shows that true generosity flows from a surrendered heart, not from abundance. Giving isn’t about paying God back or meeting His needs; it’s about transforming us. When we hold loosely to what we have, our generosity multiplies joy, thanksgiving, trust, and impact. But when we cling tightly, scarcity takes root, multiplying fear and anxiety. Generosity is an act of love that patterns our lives after Jesus and plants a harvest for God to use. All things Vineyard -- https://linktr.ee/BillingsVineyardChurch

Vineyard Church | Strength in Surrender: Serving in the Tension

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 12:00:00 -0600

2 Corinthians 6:3–10 Life with Jesus isn’t defined by ease, but by faithfulness in the midst of tension and trial. In this message, we are reminded that God does His best work in us not when life is easy, but when we surrender our strength to Him in the hard times. Tension is not a sign of failure—it is often the clearest evidence of faithfulness. Pressure will always tempt us to compromise, but true devotion means guarding our hearts and embracing the distinct call of Christ. The real question becomes: How do we keep going when the weight feels like too much? The good news is this—God never intended for us to carry the pressure alone. He gives us His Spirit to strengthen us and His people to walk with us.

Vineyard Church | Strength in Surrender: Compelled by Love

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 12:00:00 -0600

2 Corinthians 5:11–6:2, Mark 8:34–35 Why do we follow Jesus? Not out of pressure or performance, but because His love compels us. When the love of Christ fills our hearts, it transforms how we see the world and the people around us—not as threats, burdens, or projects, but as beloved children of God whom Jesus died for. Salvation isn’t the end—it’s the beginning. We are saved to be sent as ambassadors of Christ, representing His kingdom in a broken world. Our mission is not to argue or control, but to faithfully share the message of reconciliation and restoration from the King. As we allow His love to change our vision and shape our response, we become living witnesses of His heart for the world. Be compelled, not coerced—because what the world needs most is more love, and more Jesus.

Vineyard Church | Strength in Surrender: Treasure in Jars of Clay

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 12:00:00 -0600

(2 Corinthians 4:7–12)
God often allows more than we can handle—not so we’ll push through alone, but so we’ll lean into Him and live in community. We are fragile jars of clay by design, holding God’s priceless treasure. Our cracks don’t disqualify us—they reveal His power shining through. Pain doesn’t cancel our calling; it deepens it. When we surrender, we discover true strength, allowing God to work with who we truly are, not who we pretend to be.

Vineyard Church | Strength in Surrender: Unveiled and Radiant

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0600

2 Corinthians 3:7–4:6
Even muddy puddles can reflect light—our lives don’t have to be perfect to reflect Jesus. Adam's message challenges us not to look back or live in old patterns but to fully embrace the new covenant. As we behold Jesus, we become more like Him. Bold ministry flows from that closeness—not from self-confidence, but from reflecting His light. You don’t have to create the light. Just stay close enough to reflect it.

Vineyard Church | Strength in Surrender: Tell the Story

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0600

This week, Gary and Carolyn Ostlund share a powerful testimony of the pain they've walked through and the deep faith that’s carried them. As part of our Strength in Surrender series, Pastor Adam Greenwell reminds us that true strength often begins in vulnerability—when we open up about our struggles and allow God to meet us there. Scripture calls us to speak boldly of what God has done (Psalm 107:1–2, Mark 5:18–20, 2 Corinthians 4:13–15), and this message is a heartfelt reminder that healing and connection come when we stop hiding and start sharing. In our weakness, Jesus meets us—and from that place, His strength flows.

Vineyard Church | Strength in Surrender: Carriers of a Better Covenant

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 12:00:00 -0600

In this message, Jacob Troyer reminds us that life in Christ is not captivity—it’s freedom. We are rescued, cleaned up, and welcomed to the table, yet we often choose the world’s scraps over God’s feast. Even when we fail, we remain in God's victory parade. We are conquered territory, and through that surrender, His strength flows. Like perfume bottles, we carry the fragrance of Christ—broken or not, His scent is still powerful. True freedom comes from being captivated by Him.

Vineyard Church | Strength in Surrender: Restoring Broken Relationships

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0600

2 Corinthians 2:1–11 God isn’t distant—He’s present and committed to restoring what’s broken. In this message, Pastor Brad Hudson shows how forgiveness is essential to healing and unity. Grief and division come from the enemy, but peace comes when we forgive as Jesus did. Forgiveness isn’t about feelings—it’s about obedience, repentance, and protecting the body of Christ.

Vineyard Church | Strength in Surrender: Comfort That Overflows

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 12:00:00 -0600

2 Corinthians 1:1–11 In a world full of brokenness, suffering is something we all face—but it’s not a result of our performance or worth. This week, we explore how God meets us in our pain, not to remove it instantly, but to redeem it. From Job’s story to Jesus’ ultimate gift, we’re reminded that comfort comes through surrender and community. Even in the rubble, God is at work. He doesn’t cause our pain—He turns it into purpose. Join us as we lean into the promise that God works all things together for good (Romans 8:28), and discover what it really means to carry one another’s burdens

Vineyard Church | He Is: The True Vine

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0600

Jesus is the true vine—our only real source of life. False vines promise control and comfort but lead to emptiness. Abiding in Him means letting go of these illusions and surrendering to God’s pruning, which shapes us for true life (Hebrews 12:11–12, Isaiah 64:8). This isn’t a threat of exclusion, but an invitation to real, lasting joy (Psalm 46). What would change if Jesus was not just your help but your source? (Matthew 11:28–30)

Vineyard Church | He Is: The Good Shepherd

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0600

This sermon from Pastor Adam Greenwell explores Moses’ moment of calling in the wilderness and the revelation of God's name: Yahweh. Through Scripture—from Exodus to John and Hebrews—we see God's unchanging character, His promises fulfilled in Jesus, and His ongoing mission to gather His people. It's an invitation to trust the Shepherd who leads, sacrifices, and restores.

Vineyard Church | Pentecost

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0600

On Pentecost Sunday, Pastor Adam Greenwell unpacks the powerful moment when God poured out His Spirit on ordinary people—just as prophesied by Joel centuries before. This wasn’t just an event—it was a divine movement, a pivotal moment in God’s plan. Pastor Adam reminds us that Pentecost marks the handoff: Jesus ascends, and the Spirit descends, bringing with Him boldness to speak, courage to stand, and power to live a transformed life.
"Come, Holy Spirit" isn’t just a prayer—it’s a posture of expectancy. The same Spirit that raised Christ now lives in us, empowering us to represent the King and live out His mission. The Holy Spirit is not an accessory to faith but its very source—the presence of God in us, the power of God through us, and the person of God walking with us.
This message is a call to open our hearts to the wind, fire, and voice of the Spirit—and to live fully alive in His power and unity.
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Vineyard Church | He Is: The Resurrection and the Life

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0600

This week, Pastor Adam looks at John 11:1–26. These verses highlight how Jesus reveals His identity and power through tragedy. When Lazarus died, Jesus demonstrated that His timing is purposeful, even when it may seem delayed. His delay wasn’t neglect but a lesson in trust. Eternal life isn’t something we earn—it’s found in receiving Jesus. Sin separates us from God, but Jesus, the Resurrection and the Life, restores us. Trusting Him bridges the gap between our desires and God's will

Vineyard Church | He Is: Door of the Sheep

Fri, 30 May 2025 11:00:00 -0600

In Door of the Sheep, Pastor Adam Greenwell reflects on Jesus’ words in John 10:1–10: “I am the Gate.” This message explores who the "sheep" truly are—not everyone by default, but those who choose to walk with Jesus. Drawing on the humble role of shepherds and the nature of sheep, Greenwell illustrates our deep need for guidance, protection, and purpose. Just as a shepherd becomes the gate for his flock—caring for their wounds and keeping them safe—Jesus offers us access to God (1 Peter 2:22–25), true security (Psalm 23), and abundant life (John 10:10). But entering through the Gate requires a personal response.

Vineyard Church | He Is: The Light of The World

Tue, 20 May 2025 11:00:00 -0600

In this powerful and honest message, Adam unpacks what it truly means to trust God and walk in His light. Drawing from passages like Romans 12:1-2, John 8:1-20, and Isaiah 43:1-4, he walks us through the four foundational levels of trust: Care, Sincerity, Reliability, and Competence—and how God fulfills each of them perfectly. Through the lens of Scripture, we learn that Jesus is the Light of the World, not just to guide us, but also to lovingly expose what needs healing. This isn’t to shame us, but to restore us. Adam reminds us that God’s light brings both comfort and clarity, and when we trust Him fully, that light begins to shine through us, as seen in Matthew 5:14-16. This sermon reminds us that even when we feel broken or unworthy, God still sees us as His masterpiece—one that is still in process. His light does not come to condemn but to restore, and when we fear exposure, it's often because we don’t fully grasp His compassionate heart. In Christ, we are fully loved, fully forgiven, and fully accepted. We have nothing to fear, nothing to hide, nothing to prove, and nothing to lose. Declarations to carry with you: I am fully loved. I am fully forgiven. I am fully accepted. I have nothing to fear. I have nothing to hide. I have nothing to prove. I have nothing to lose. Let this message encourage you to walk confidently in the light of Christ—and to reflect that light to a world in need of hope.

Vineyard Church | He Is: The Bread of Life

Mon, 12 May 2025 12:00:00 -0600

In John 6:14–52, Jesus declares Himself the Bread of Life—our true source of nourishment. Just as bread isn’t complete until it’s been through the fire, our lives are shaped and strengthened through God’s refining process. He sees every need, every longing, and brings all the pieces together in His perfect way. When we partake in Jesus, He becomes part of us—fueling our actions, shaping our desires, and transforming our lives. Let go of control and trust the One who truly satisfies. Will you let Jesus be your provider today?

Vineyard Church | What Now? Letting God in Fully

Tue, 06 May 2025 12:00:00 -0600

In this moving sermon, Adam Greenwell asks the powerful question: What now?—after witnessing how far Jesus is willing to go to save the lost, as shown in the Gospel of Luke. The message begins with a reflective welcome and prayer by Father Thomas Keating, setting a sacred tone for deep spiritual challenge and encouragement. Adam unpacks the fear many feel in giving God complete control, reminding us that holding back puts God in a box. True transformation begins when we let Him in fully—when we truly know who God is. Through the story of Peter, who felt too sinful to be used by God, Adam emphasizes the grace and forgiveness that God offers even when we still struggle. He also warns against the danger of “cheap grace”—a version of faith that offers comfort without real change. True transformation, he explains, requires surrender and intimacy with God. Drawing from Exodus 3, Adam reflects on Moses’ struggles with doubt and disconnection until God revealed His identity. The sermon concludes with a look at Yahweh's different names, offering a fuller picture of who God is and how He longs to be known.

Vineyard Church | How Far Will He Go: Finding God Beyond the Rules

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -0600

This message invites us to name our fears and confront our misconceptions about God. We’re reminded that God's love is not earned—it’s freely given. From the beginning, God saved us before any rules were in place. Jesus shattered expectations by loving the broken, the sick, and the poor, not just the religious elite. He brings peace into our chaos, anxiety, and trauma. Just as He appeared to Peter, a failed disciple, Jesus meets us in our mess and offers hope, love, and order.

Vineyard Church | How Far Will He Go: Do Not Be Afraid. Come and See. Go and Tell.

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0600

These words were spoken at the empty tomb—and they still speak to us today. In a world that teaches us to earn love, God reminds us that His love is freely given. We don’t have to fight for a relationship with Him—it’s already ours. From Genesis to the Resurrection, we see a story of freedom lost and restored. Adam and Eve were once unashamed before God, but sin brought fear and hiding. Jesus’ death and resurrection invite us back into that fearless, honest relationship. We’re not meant to live in shame. God doesn’t hold our past over us—He invites us into grace. You were part of His plan from the beginning. Now, don’t be afraid. Go and tell the world.

Vineyard Church | How Far Will He Go: Is Jesus Lord or Just a Savior?

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0600

In this powerful Palm Sunday message by Adam Greenwell, we're challenged to examine the depth of our relationship with Christ. Are we seeking a God who simply meets our needs, or are we willing to surrender fully to His will and glory? The sermon unpacks how laziness in our walk with God diminishes true relationship, reducing our faith to empty religion. Reflecting Luke 9, we're reminded that Jesus cannot be Savior if He is also not Lord. Partial surrender is not salvation.

Vineyard Church | How Far Will He Go: Consumption Vs Engagement

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0600

Today, Adam speaks about the difference between simply receiving God’s blessings and truly engaging with His grace. Jesus ' actions tended to offend people because to them He didn't move in the right time, right way, or right place, and it was usually toward the “wrong” people. His forgiveness wasn’t about the sin—it was about the heart of the forgiver. Gratitude isn’t automatic. It’s a choice that draws us closer to God and reveals our heart’s response to His grace. Healing wasn’t just a miracle; it was an invitation to a relationship. Scripture references: Luke 17:11–19, Ephesians 3:14–21, 1 Timothy 1:14–16

Vineyard Church | How Far Will He Go: The Prodigal Son

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 18:00:00 -0600

Just as a dumpster fire can't put itself out, we cannot save ourselves--only God can. Luke 15 reveals how God sees the lost and the lengths He goes to bring them home. Today, Adam focuses on the Prodigal Son. Though he knew his father, he still chose to leave, causing deep pain. Yet, the father never stopped loving him. Join us as we explore this powerful story and God's relentless love for us all.

Vineyard Church | How Far Will He Go: Grace in the Mess

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0600

Adam Greenwell unpacks Luke 13: 10-17, where Jesus heals a woman bound by infirmity for 18 years. Through this story, Jesus reveals what His church should look like--a place of healing, grace, and transformation. Life can get messy, weighing us down, but Jesus shows us how to navigate these struggles with compassion and truth. Adam emphasizes that grace is transformative in relationships, yet we often withhold it from ourselves and others. Ultimately, grace and truth are not opposites but work together to bring freedom and renewal.

Vineyard Church | How Far Will He Go: He is the Light that Shines Through You

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0600

From the very beginning, God created light as a reflection of His presence, and believers are called to shine that light. We are fragile vessels, but Christ protects us, allowing His light to shine even through brokenness. Darkness exists not because God is absent but because people and systems choose it. Our mission is to be the light, standing against evil and bringing hope.

Key Scripture: Luke 19:10, Luke 11:33-36, Genesis 1:2, Isaiah 60:1-5, Luke 2:252-32, John 8:12, John 1:1-5, 2 Corinthians 4:5-10

Vineyard Church | How Far Will He Go: Who is Your Neighbor?

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 13:00:00 -0600

This week in the Luke series, Adam dives into Luke 10 and the story of the Good Samaritan. Adam points out that our behavior shouldn't just be about following rules--it should come from a transformed heart and a longing to have a relationship with Christ. In this story, we can unpack what it truly means to love our neighbor and define what "our neighbor" truly is. Jesus didn't just preach reconciliation--He lived it. Are we willing to do the same? True love isn't about self-justification or helping those who think like us. It's about serving and loving others, even the lost, as Jesus did.

Vineyard Church | How Far Will He Go: Growing in Salvation, Brad Hudson

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0700

In Luke 9, Jesus leads His disciples to places that challenge their faith, shaping them for greater trust and obedience. Through moments like the Transfiguration, He reveals His divine nature and the specific ways He teaches us. Join Pastor Brad Hudson as we explore how Jesus grows our faith through challenges and revelations. Don't miss this powerful message!

Vineyard Church | How Far Will He Go: Helping Us Understand True Salvation

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 23:00:00 -0700

This week, Adam explores the powerful message of knowing what being saved truly means. Some people don't even realize they're lost, while others know they are lost but don't understand just how deep their separation from God is. We often try to be a part of God's Story without fully grasping His story. When we realize how much we've been forgiven, it leads us to a deeper love and greater gratitude towards God.

Vineyard Church | Walt Hill: Expectations Lead to Disappointment

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 18:35:00 -0700

This week, Casper, Wyoming's Vineyard Pastor Walt Hill blessed us with a sermon. He talks about how our disappointment in others leads to disappointment that they didn't meet our unexpressed expectations. The same goes with God. We expect Him to work in our lives a certain way and then are disappointed with Him when it isn't what we expected. However, John questioned Jesus and Jesus still stood up for John. He will do the same for us.

Vineyard Church | How Far Will He Go: Worthiness Comes from Allowing God to Seek and Save

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0700

This week, Adam discusses how worthiness comes from allowing God to seek and save us. This is a backward way that no human king would choose, but this is what makes God different. God is not a king who demands proof of worthiness. He is a King who seeks the lost to reconcile them to God's glory. We grow trust in God by allowing Him to seek and save us.

Vineyard Church | How Far Will He Go: The Unseen War

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0700

This week, Adam discusses spiritual warfare. Jesus gives us the best examples of how to respond to the devil when he tempts us. Jesus was tempted in every way that we are, and He was not at all tempted. Jesus knew who God is and the promises that He had made.

Vineyard Church | How Far Will He Go: Freedom in the Fire

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 13:00:00 -0700

This week, Adam continues through the Luke series in Luke 3: 1-14. He discusses that Jesus came to seek and save all who are lost. God will come to chase us from our slavery, and slavery does not always mean hardships but also being stuck in comfortable places. Jesus teaches us to have freedom in the fire rather than being cozy in everyday life.

Vineyard Church | The Light That Leads Us Home: Feral Week

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 13:30:00 -0700

Adam Greenwell preaches on The weird week that is in-between Christmas and New Year's. Some refer to it as "Feral Week" as we are stuck between the hope, peace, joy, and love that Advent brings and the new year's resolutions. Adam asks a thought-provoking question; "Who is orchestrating your life going into 2025?" Coming out of Advent and into the new year, how will you answer this question?

Advent | The Light That Leads Us Home: Love

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0700

Brad Hudson discusses the importance of love. We aren't geared to receive and love in the way that we are meant to. We get hurt and wounded, but knowing Jesus and God's true meaning and foundation for love, it is something we must practice and learn.

Advent | The Light That Leads Us Home: Joy

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0700

Brad Hudson discusses the importance of the true meaning of Joy. It is not fleeting; it is sound and secure in the sanctity of Christ and his promises to us.

Advent | The Light That Leads Us Home: Peace

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 12:00:00 -0700

Adam discusses how we as humans tend to look for peace in all the wrong places. Money, things, places, and even people aren't the best way to find peace. Seeking Christ is the only way to have true and sound peace. He points out that being comfortable does not mean we are at peace. If anything, comfort is an invitation to God to help us find true peace.

Advent | The Light That Leads Us Home: Hope

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0700

Adam discusses how Hope must be rooted in Christ rather than wishful thinking. Through Jesus's birth, we have a worthy point of confident expectation.

The Commandments | After the Commandments... Now What?

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 22:30:00 -0700

After reviewing all 10 commandments, Adam addresses the question, "Which One?" that was asked of Jesus when he said the commandments are the way to eternal life. The main point is that the commandments are not simply ways to act but how we are to condition our hearts toward life like Christ. It is not by acts that we enter the kingdom of God.

The Commandments | Coveting Is More Than Jealousy

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -0700

Adam discusses the 10th and final commandment: Thou shalt not covet. Adam makes the hard point that to covet is not simply to be jealous but rather to take control of God's creation and live in a fantasy world with another person's relationship or stuff.

The Commandments | Lying is an Identity Issue

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0700

Adam discusses the 9th commandment, "Thou shalt not lie." He explains that if we are apart from God and unaware and untrusting of his plans, we tend to be insecure and unsure of certain things. This leads to an identity issue, where we feel the need to be and say things that are not true.

Don’t Be a Deist | God is Still on The Throne

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0700

Amid the chaos the week of the elections, Adam talks about how we need to keep our focus not on the stress of who is going to end up in office, but rather on what the plan of God is and how we can act accordingly to that plan. God has not left us and He is still actively reigning. He has a plan for what is to come.

The Commandments | Thou Shalt Not Lie

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0600

Brad Hudson does an amazing job speaking about what Christ says about not lying.

The Commandments | Adultery and Lust

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0600

Adam speaks on the hard topic of adultery. He talks about how our actions are our responsibility and are rooted in our relationship with God. To have lust in your heart or to commit adultery, you are dehumanizing the other person which God clearly states is a sin. This is also not only lusting after another but also includes acting in a minor that causes others to lust after you.

The Commandments | Murder is More Than Murder

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0600

Adam speaks on the 6th commandment, Thou shalt not murder. He touches on the fact that murder, in this context, is not simply defined as ending someone's life. But it is our capacity to see others' lives as something valued by God. We are called to respect the Creator and His creation. If we devalue anyone else's life, we are devaluing the sacredness God places on life and the creation of life. God is an intentional God with a purpose and intention for each life that he creates.

The Commandments | Honor Thy Father and Mother

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 15:00:00 -0600

Adam speaks on the Fifth Commandment, honoring thy mother and father. However, as Adam points out, this is more of a commandment for the parents than the children. Children aren't able to understand the weightiness of being a parent. As parents, we must foster an environment of love and God's glory and mold their self-image and self-worth. Once children can understand the weight of being a parent, they can respect and obey the parent. This aligns with our faith as when we understand the weight and love of the Father, we can respect and obey His commands. As parents, it is our job to model what it looks like to honor your mother and father.

The Commandments | Keep the Sabbath Day Holy

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -0600

Adam speaks on the Fourth Commandment, keeping the Sabbath Day Holy. In this sermon, he touches on Exodus 20: 8-11. Without allowing ourselves to rest in Christ on that seventh day in the way God created us, we are not allowing His full purpose to resonate in us. This world tells us to always be on the go when God has gifted us the amazing command to rest and to find peace.

The Commandments | Do Not Take the Lord’s Name in Vain

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 17:00:00 -0600

The third commandment that Brad speaks on is that you shall not take the Lord's name in vain. This is because God is our Father and it shows that he is above all else.

The Commandments | No other gods before Me

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0600

Having no other gods before the Lord is not only because God is a jealous god and wants us to love Him alone, but it is also the center for having a balanced life and faith. Putting God as the center allows us to live harmoniously in every aspect of our faith.

The Commandments | I am the Lord your God

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0600

Instead of ten rules given to Israel, we can look at the ten commandments as ten promises to guide us since we are anchored first in God's love. Exodus 20:2 (NLT)- I am the Lord your God, who rescued you from the land of Egypt, the place of your slavery.

Grace | Grace Grows Gratitude

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 12:00:00 -0600

Gratitude is more than simply saying "Thank you" when someone holds the door for you. As Christians, we are called to be grateful in every situation and circumstance. Being grateful as Christians means having the ability to see that the things happening in our lives are working for God's will and not just our own.

Grace | Grace Grows Ministry

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 12:00:00 -0600

When looking at how the true meaning of grace and we are to receive and show grace as Christians. If we are to truly take the teachings of Jesus to heart, grace should lead to a heart of living God's will. A major factor in living God's will is a call to ministry and being a single body working together. Being called out BY Jesus and FOR Jesus TOGETHER.

Grace | Grace Grows Generosity

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0600

When we think about grace, on the surface one tends to think about forgiveness. But when you look at how Jesus showed grace, it goes beyond just forgiving someone. The growth you personally receive when you are able to show grace as Jesus did, you learn that it grows more than just peace, it grows generosity of the heart and spirit.

Philemon | Forgiveness Breeds Freedom

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -0600

While Philemon reads the letter from Paul that was delivered by Onesimus, Philemon is convicted to understand the love of Jesus by showing the same love and mercy to Onesimus. Learning that the denial of one's thoughts on justice is less important than the love and mercy we have been shown by Christ and our call to do the same to others.

Philemon | Free Grace Leads to Freedom

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 14:00:00 -0600

In Paul's letter to Philemon from prison, we are introduced to a complex relationship between Philemon and Onesimus and the humility that must take place for both men to be in good standing with each other. Paul points out that grace is free through faith, but that obedience to love is needed when a relationship breaks down.

Philemon | Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0600

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for right relationship with God and others. Easier said than done! As we jump into a few weeks in this letter Paul wrote to a man named Philemon, we will explore the sacrifice and self-knowledge it takes to have righteous relationships built on love.

Galatians | God is Good, God Loves You

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0600

Everything Paul writes to the Galatians is through the promise that God is good, and God loves you (and everyone you come in contact with). In his final words of this letter, Paul drives this point home, and encourages the Galatian church to sacrifice their own will for the will of God.

Galatians | Dear Brothers and Sisters

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -0600

Paul writes letters to encourage churches love well, and he is passionate about it. How does the church love well? By paying attention to what we are growing in the garden of our soul, and helping our Christian family do the same.

Galatians: Knowing God vs. Being Known

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0600

The church in Galatia was preoccupied with activities that would prove of one being knowledgeable about God, but Paul points out that the actual goal is being known by God. This reciprocal relationship is the key to freedom.

Galatians | From Childish to Childlike

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 12:30:00 -0600

We explore Jesus as the rock that crashes into the bad theology of legalism. We discuss the journey that God has us on, from self-serving childishness to innocent childlikeness, and we recognize that God is always at work in our lives, even when we don't see it.

Galatians | Faith

Sun, 26 May 2024 12:30:00 -0600

What is faith? How do we get it? What happens after we get it? As we continue to explore Paul's letter to the churches of Galatia, we dig into faith, a term easy to say but hard to define.

Galatians | Heaven Came to Us

Mon, 20 May 2024 09:30:00 -0600

We remember that we don't have to work to get to heaven because heaven came to us in the power of the Holy Spirit poured out on the church at the first Pentecost. The Galatian church received grace for free, and Paul counsels against their attempts to be good enough to earn that very same grace.

Galatians | The Truth of the Gospel

Mon, 13 May 2024 09:15:00 -0600

The truth of the Gospel is that all who seek Jesus and believe in Him will be restored. Without our own effort, we still get what we don't deserve. But leaders of the churches in Galatia were trying to convince non-Jewish Christians to get into compliance with the Law for salvation. Paul argues that Jesus' grace is truly free and the end of the law is where faith begins.

Holy Discontentment

Mon, 06 May 2024 11:45:00 -0600

Vineyard super regional leader John Elmer unpacks the Vineyard saying, "Everybody gets to play." As God's individual masterpieces, He has put in each of us a holy discontentment that drives us to our calling in the Kingdom. We're all made to play, and we need to step in faith into what God is calling us to.

Galatians | The Goathead Gospel

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 13:15:00 -0600

Legalism demands total compliance with the letter of the Law before a person can know Jesus. But God's free grace, which offers belonging no matter our condition when we come to Him, can't coexist with legalism. So knowing God defeats legalism.

Galatians | Free Grace

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 09:45:00 -0600

We are diving into the story of Paul and the church of Galatia mid-stream so have some catching up to do. Paul shows us that the free grace Jesus offers is not for our own benefit but to pass along to others who are lost. That free grace will change us, refine us, and make us more like Jesus.

Galatians | What Next?

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 10:40:00 -0600

As we wrap up our study of Jesus' defiance in Mark, we turn as a community to what's next. Paul's letter to the churches in Galatia show the body of Christ how to move forward together.

Defiance | The Template of Defiance

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 11:45:00 -0600

The threats of outside culture can't threaten us when we know who we are in Jesus. Our defiance of the prevailing culture and religion must reflect Jesus' compassionate rescue of the lost. Building the church happens when we break out of our own comfort and follow the template of defiance that Jesus left for us.

Defiance | The Tomb is Empty

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 13:30:00 -0600

He is risen! The resurrection of Jesus is not proof of life after death but the beginning of life itself. We can't disqualify ourselves from the love of God, but we can fill the tomb again with our own chaos. Don't fill the tomb again!

Defiance | Go the Way of the Defier

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 09:15:00 -0600

This Palm Sunday, we look at Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem and how he defied the paradigm of the religious owning the rights to relationship with God.

Defiance: Lose Your Life, Gain Your Life

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 17:00:00 -0600

Jesus interacts with a privileged young man who is doing all the right things. When the man asks Jesus what he must do to gain heaven, Jesus reads his mail and explains he has to be willing to follow in all areas of his life, which is too great an ask for the man. Jesus teaches on how losing your life and will actually means you will gain your life, and that it can't be earned but is given through relationship.