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Sep 28, 2026 · 38:21
“I wish I could go back and do things differently.” Rich says that after talking about words he has spoken to people he loves. A sentence can be over in seconds and stay with us…
Sep 21, 2026 · 41:33
A conversation at work, time with family, a stop at a convenience store—ordinary moments can carry more weight than we realize. In Week 2 of The Long Game, Rich follows Ephesians…
Sep 14, 2026 · 36:02
At 52, Rich began meeting with a mentor who told him, “I just want to help you finish well.” Ten years later, that conversation still helps explain what he means by the long…
Sep 8, 2026 · 35:56
We say “blessed” so often that we can stop hearing what it means. Chris returns to the blessing God asked the priests to speak over his people and lingers on the thought of God…
Aug 31, 2026 · 34:48
We keep imagining that contentment is waiting at the next raise, the next milestone, or the moment life finally settles down. The trouble is that “enough” keeps moving. In…
Aug 24, 2026 · 40:55
Jesus told the church in Ephesus that they were still doing faithful work, but they had left their first love. It is possible to keep serving and praying while something inside…
Aug 24, 2026 · 36:55
Esau came toward Jacob with 400 men. Jacob had taken the birthright that belonged to his brother and then stayed away for decades. When they finally met, Jacob bowed seven times.…
Aug 10, 2026 · 40:52
Paul knew what it was to be harmed by one person and abandoned by people he trusted. He did not pretend the hurt was small. He named what happened, left justice with God, kept a…
Aug 3, 2026 · 41:19
Some hurts do not disappear quickly. A betrayal, an absent parent, a broken relationship, abuse, or years of small offenses can leave anger and bitterness working below the…
Jul 27, 2026 · 44:03
How do you respond when someone hurts, betrays, disrespects, or refuses to forgive you? The answer is rarely simple, but Pastor Rich reminds us that these are gospel…
Jul 20, 2026 · 30:05
What does it really mean to live well—especially when life is busy, difficult, or draining? In Week 4 of Transformed, Pastor Josh teaches from Romans 12:11-13 and shows that…
Jul 13, 2026 · 38:52
Loving difficult people is one thing in theory. It is another thing in real life. In Week 3 of Transformed, Pastor Chris teaches from Romans 12 and invites us to move beyond…
Jul 6, 2026 · 32:19
If you have ever wondered where you fit in the church, this message is for you. In Week 2 of Transformed, Pastor Amy teaches from Romans 12:3-8 and shows how humility, spiritual…
Jun 29, 2026 · 33:39
Romans 12 teaches that spiritual transformation begins with surrender. In this message, Pastor Rich walks through what it means to offer your life as a living sacrifice, refuse…
Jun 22, 2026 · 31:02
Many of us have learned to live behind masks, agreements, and labels that were formed in pain. In this message, Pastor Chris shows how the enemy uses wounds to shape identity,…
Jun 15, 2026 · 43:05
Do your words reflect your relationship with Jesus? In Week 5 of Jesus + Nothing, Pastor Rich closes the series by teaching from Colossians 4 and reminding us that everything is…
Jun 8, 2026 · 40:56
What does it look like to honor Jesus in marriage, parenting, & work? In Week 4 of Jesus + Nothing, Pastor Rich teaches from Colossians 3:18-4:1, a passage that can feel…
Jun 1, 2026 · 39:24
How do you make Jesus your priority when life is full of competing voices, habits, desires, and distractions? Rich Greene continues the Jesus + Nothing series with a message from…
May 26, 2026 · 40:34
How do you trust God when you are suffering and cannot make sense of what is happening? Pastor Rich continues the Jesus + Nothing series with a message from Colossians 1-2 on the…
May 18, 2026 · 43:34
What do you really believe about Jesus? In Colossians, Paul reminds the church that the gospel is Jesus plus nothing. Jesus is not simply one part of the Christian life. He is…
May 11, 2026 · 44:14
What do you do when what you see is different from what God has said? In this message, Rich continues the Strength and Courage series by looking at Joshua, Jericho, and the kind…
May 4, 2026 · 46:17
The Holy Spirit is your friend, and He is not something to fear. In this message, Wayne teaches about the Holy Spirit, baptism in the Holy Spirit, spiritual gifts, and why many…
Apr 27, 2026 · 37:15
Missionary guest speaker Joseph Gordon shares a powerful message from John 20 about what it means to be sent by Jesus. Through stories from his own life and decades of missionary…
Apr 20, 2026 · 42:39
Discouragement can feel normal when life stays uncertain, but this message reminds us where courage really comes from. In this sermon from Joshua 1 and Joshua 4, Pastor Rich…
Apr 13, 2026 · 39:58
If you’re trying to do the right thing and life still feels hard, this message is for you. Pastor Rich opens Numbers 13–14 to show how God gives us a new perspective so fear…
Apr 6, 2026 · 43:14
What do you do when hope feels risky, faith feels tired, or something in your life seems too far gone to come back? In this Easter message, Rich Greene opens John 20 to show how…
Mar 30, 2026 · 33:21
Palm Sunday is more than a parade story. In this message, Pastor Chris explores the tension surrounding Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, why the crowd misunderstood His mission, and…
Mar 23, 2026 · 40:17
What do you do when you know something other than God has your heart? In this message from March 22, 2026, Pastor Rich walks through Psalm 115 and Psalm 42:1 to show that holy…
Mar 16, 2026 · 45:12
What keeps us spiritually stuck is not always lack of information. Sometimes it is the gap between hearing God’s Word and putting it into practice. In this message from Holy…
Mar 9, 2026 · 35:22
Prayer can feel intimidating, especially when life is heavy and you don’t know what to say. In this message from Rich Greene, we walk through James 5 and discover how prayer…
Mar 2, 2026 · 40:13
Confession and repentance are central to spiritual renewal. In this message, we walk through Psalm 32, David’s story, and practical steps to move from hidden guilt to restored…
Feb 23, 2026 · 31:08
In this message, Amy Johnson teaches on biblical forgiveness and what it really means to forgive someone who has deeply hurt you. Through a personal story and a close look at…
Feb 16, 2026 · 43:46
What does spiritual growth actually look like over time? In this message from guest speaker Paul Austin unpacks 1 John 2:12–14 and describes the journey of discipleship—from…
Feb 9, 2026 · 48:50
What does it really mean to “run and not grow weary” when life feels heavy and you’re just trying to hold it together? In this message, Paul Hurckman (Venture Missions) unpacks…
Feb 2, 2026 · 34:13
When the news won’t let you breathe and everything feels divided, it’s easy to start seeing people as the enemy. But what if your peace isn’t found in “winning”—it’s found in…
Jan 26, 2026 · 33:54
What did Jesus really mean when He said, “Go and make disciples”? In this message, we look at Matthew 28 and Acts 1:8 to discover that disciple-making isn’t a program, a…
Jan 21, 2026 · 37:50
In Week 3 of our NEXT series, Pastor Rich unpacks what it really means to be a disciple—and why Jesus’ call is bigger than a one-time decision. We’re talking about three simple…
Jan 12, 2026 · 39:06
In Week 2 of our NEXT series, we talk about the second movement of following Jesus: becoming like Jesus. Spiritual growth isn’t about trying harder—it’s about being intentionally…
Jan 5, 2026 · 41:28
This message launches the “Next” series with a simple foundation for following Jesus: be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and be on mission with Jesus. Rich teaches from John 15…
Dec 25, 2025 · 36:51
Christmas is more than a baby in a manger—it’s Immanuel: God with us. In this message, Rich shows how God brings peace through His presence now, while promising full peace later…
Dec 22, 2025 · 35:21
When life feels like a storm, you’re not alone. In Mark 4, Jesus calms the storm—and reminds us that God is with us even when the waves are loud. In this message, Rich shares how…
Dec 15, 2025 · 43:31
Some of the toughest battles show up right after a win… or when you’re running on empty. This message walks through Jesus’ wilderness season (Matthew 4) and how temptation often…
Dec 8, 2025 · 40:42
What do you do when the valley feels endless—when the confusion, loneliness, or fear won’t lift? In this message, Rich reminds us that the pain we carry doesn’t push God away… it…
Nov 24, 2025 · 45:25
We all walk through seasons when gratitude feels out of reach—where God seems good to others but distant from us. When life gets heavy, thankfulness can feel like one more thing…
Nov 17, 2025 · 41:45
In this anniversary message, Tom Jacobs invites us to look back and see God’s fingerprints across every chapter—wins, wounds, and everything in between. The story isn’t about…
Nov 10, 2025 · 46:31
Ever feel like you need perfect words before God will listen? Today is your permission to pray bold—not timid. Because of Jesus (Hebrews 4:16), you can come to the Father…
Nov 3, 2025 · 42:09
We’re told to play it safe—wait until outcomes are guaranteed. But faith rarely comes with a map. From leaving California for Iowa to launching with 62 people (and regathering…
Oct 27, 2025 · 40:50
Ever felt dry, empty, or powerless in your faith? You’re not alone. Many followers of Jesus believe—but live without the daily power and presence of the Holy Spirit. In this…
Oct 20, 2025 · 37:38
We rush through life chasing success, comfort, and approval—but what if we’re aiming at the wrong target?In this powerful message, Pastor Rich reminds us that some decisions…
Oct 13, 2025 · 31:49
We often wonder if we’re really making a difference—or if our broken past disqualifies us. But what if you are God’s masterpiece, created not just to survive, but to serve? This…
Oct 6, 2025 · 35:09
Ever feel like you're trying so hard to follow Jesus but still feel stuck, fake, or exhausted? You're not alone. Many of us have been set free—but don't know how to live free.…
Sep 29, 2025 · 36:05
Every decision—big or small—shapes the story of your life. Moses told Israel, “Choose life!” That same invitation is for you today. Discover how small, intentional steps of…
Sep 22, 2025 · 39:41
Life’s currents — stress, culture, endless news, and personal storms — can leave us drifting without direction. But Hebrews 6:19 reminds us: “We have this hope as an anchor for…
Sep 15, 2025 · 30:51
We love the idea of freedom… but what if it’s meant for something more? This week, Pastor Rich unpacks how true spiritual freedom isn’t about escaping obligation—it’s about…
Sep 8, 2025 · 35:37
We’ve all felt the sting of rejection—by a parent, a friend, or someone we trusted. The natural response is to push away, to protect, to prove we’re right. But what if the way…
Sep 2, 2025 · 38:37
We live in a world that never stops—noise, demands, distractions everywhere. But what if the very thing your soul is desperate for is quiet? Pastor Penny Rouse shares how…
Aug 25, 2025 · 35:50
We carry pain, betrayal, and brokenness far longer than we want to admit. But what if the weight of unforgiveness is the very thing holding us back from healing and connection…
Aug 18, 2025 · 37:24
We often chase closeness with God while avoiding the tension in our relationships. But what if the two are more connected than we think? In this message, Pastor Rich Greene…
Aug 11, 2025 · 34:13
Sometimes we power through… until the crash comes. The exhaustion, the numbness, the restless ache that something needs to change. In Luke 5, one simple interruption changed…
Aug 11, 2025 · 27:38
We know Jesus as gentle and full of grace… so what made Him so furious that He cursed a tree and turned over tables? In Mark 11, we see that His anger isn’t about…
Jul 28, 2025 · 33:24
Ever felt like you're doing everything right—serving, showing up, staying faithful—but you're still caught in a storm? You’re not alone. This message dives deep into the fear and…
Jul 21, 2025 · 36:17
Ever feel like you’re just passing through life—missing people who desperately need hope? Tim Leathers explores the story of Zacchaeus and asks: What if someone’s breakthrough…
Jul 14, 2025 · 44:06
Ever feel worn out by the endless lies running through your mind—telling you you’re not enough, that God doesn’t care, or that your past can’t be forgiven? You’re not the only…
Jul 7, 2025 · 38:01
Ever feel like you’re doing all the right things, but life still falls apart? This message explores that ache we all know—the moment when self-reliance fails and our plans…
Jun 30, 2025 · 28:31
Sometimes life leaves us feeling like we don’t belong, carrying stories we hope no one will notice. The woman at the well might have known that feeling. But when Jesus met her,…
Jun 23, 2025 · 27:31
Sharing your faith isn’t always easy—especially when you’re not sure what to say. But what if the best thing you can offer is simply pointing to Jesus? Pastor Rafael invites us…
Jun 10, 2025 · 32:04
In a world that questions masculinity and downplays spiritual leadership, many men are stuck in silence and passivity. But God is still asking, “Man, where are you?” This message…
Jun 2, 2025 · 35:20
Have you ever felt stuck—like no matter how hard you try, you'll always be the same? That voice saying “You’ll never change”? It’s not the truth. This message tears down the…
Jun 2, 2025 · 29:39
Not everyone gets found the same way. Some meet Jesus through miracles. Others through quiet conversations. And some? They're pulled from the mud, messy and broken. This message…
May 19, 2025 · 27:28
We’ve all felt it—I deserve to be happy. But what if that idea is actually leading us away from joy? This message exposes the lie that happiness is found in self-centered…
May 12, 2025 · 24:57
“You don’t have what it takes.” It’s a headline the enemy loves to broadcast. But what happens when you stop striving to prove yourself—and start trusting who God says you are?…
May 5, 2025 · 33:06
Ever been tempted to throw in the towel? 😩 In Week 2 of our Fake News series, we tackle one of the enemy’s loudest lies—“Just give up.” Using Job’s roller‑coaster story (riches…
Apr 28, 2025 · 31:42
Think you can handle everything on your own? That headline is straight-up fake news—and it’s costing you freedom. In Week 1 of our new series, Pastor Rich tackles the first lie…
Apr 22, 2025 · 32:44
On Easter Sunday, we don’t just celebrate a tradition—we remember a moment that changed history forever. In this message, Pastor Rich shares the real story behind the…
Apr 14, 2025 · 34:21
Two men hung beside Jesus. Both broken. Both guilty. Only one walked into paradise. This Palm Sunday message unpacks one of the most powerful moments in Scripture: the…
Apr 7, 2025 · 35:37
What do a prophet under a palm tree, a reluctant military leader, and a tent peg-wielding woman have in common? A God who uses unexpected people in unprecedented times. This…
Mar 31, 2025 · 42:02
Have you ever asked, “Will God accept me?” You’re not alone. In this message, Pastor Rich opens up about his personal experience with rejection—from painful childhood wounds to…
Mar 26, 2025 · 37:29
In Week 4 of our Kingdom Builders series, guest speaker Paul Hurckman brings a powerful, hope-filled, and challenging message about what happens when ordinary people say yes to…
Mar 17, 2025 · 42:07
Have you ever wondered why LIFEchurch emphasizes Kingdom Builders so passionately? In this message, Pastor Rich explains the powerful reason behind Kingdom Builders and our…
Mar 10, 2025 · 33:50
What does it truly mean to be sent by God? In this message, we explore the biblical foundation of being sent, breaking down Romans 10:9-15 and John 20:19-21. The gospel is not…
Mar 3, 2025 · 43:32
Are you stuck in the starting blocks of life, waiting for the perfect moment to launch? God is calling you to a life of bold faith, adventure, and purpose. In this message, we…
Feb 24, 2025 · 37:39
Feeling lost or like you're running in the wrong direction? Today, we'll explore the power of vision, how it connects to the Holy Spirit, and why aligning with God's vision is…
Feb 17, 2025 · 44:49
Generosity is at the core of who God is. As followers of Christ, we are invited to become more and more like Jesus. Our speech changes, our affections change, our relationships…
Feb 10, 2025 · 37:44
Ezekiel 37:1-10 shows us God's heart for resurrection for everyone on earth. How can we, as LIFEchurch, be a part of His heart for the nations? Connect With Us Need prayer, want…
Feb 3, 2025 · 37:09
There are 7,457 promises of God. Every single one of them is God emphatically saying "yes" to His people. God invites us to be people who first say, "YES" to God and then "YES"…
Jan 27, 2025 · 31:32
A life that is ALL IN is a life on mission. As followers of Christ, we are not aimlessly traveling through this world without purpose. We have been invited into a greater story…
Jan 20, 2025 · 35:31
We all face challenges. Have you experienced any setbacks or disappointments this past year? How can we maintain hope and perspective when things don't go according to plan? And…
Jan 13, 2025 · 40:45
Many, perhaps most, Christ-followers feel blocked from the possibility of fulfilling and productive prayer. But prayer can be much simpler than we think. How? A fresh look at the…
Jan 8, 2025 · 38:00
A life that is ALL IN is characterized by an unwavering faith in the God who has promised. We are challenged to open our eyes and see from God's perspective and not our own,…
Jan 8, 2025 · 29:12
Light dispels darkness. There is only person that can relieve any of us from the darkness we face...it is JESUS. This is why we celebrate Christmas...THE LIGHT HAS COME. Series…
Dec 23, 2024 · 37:10
Waiting is hard! At times we may feel indignant that God seems to be taking too long to come through for us. What should our posture be in the waiting? How can we find peace in…
Dec 16, 2024 · 34:08
There are times when we need to slow down, we need to take our breath, we need to pause so that we can clearly see the GOOD NEWS. Series Description: Isaiah says of the promised…
Dec 9, 2024 · 31:26
Jesus came to this earth as a peacemaker between God and humanity. Series Description: Isaiah says of the promised Messiah: “The people who walk in darkness will see a great…
Dec 2, 2024 · 34:12
Too often we place our hope in things that don't last or that disappoint. Christmas is a reminder that our hope is real and rock solid. Series Description Isaiah says of the…
Nov 18, 2024 · 34:52
This message explores Romans 12 and the call to offer ourselves as living sacrifices in response to God’s mercy. It emphasizes transformation through the renewing of our minds,…
Nov 18, 2024 · 34:47
In this message, LIFEchurch dives into what it means to share your faith in a way that’s natural and real. The speaker talks about common fears and reasons we hold back, like not…
Nov 4, 2024 · 37:29
Jesus challenges his disciples to redefine greatness, emphasizing service over self-interest. He models this radical shift by washing their feet, a humbling act that highlights…
Oct 28, 2024 · 34:39
Join us for our series “Becoming More Like Jesus”. Today we are talking about the attribute of Self-Control. Connect With Us Need prayer, want to sign up for baptism or surrender…
Oct 21, 2024 · 37:52
Join us for our series “Becoming More Like Jesus”. Today we are talking about the attribute of Gentleness. Connect With Us Need prayer, want to sign up for baptism or surrender…
Oct 14, 2024 · 26:12
Join us for our series “Becoming More Like Jesus”. Today we are talking about the attribute of Faithfulness. Connect With Us Need prayer, want to sign up for baptism or surrender…
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