When many Christians hear the word grace, they immediately think of forgiveness. And that’s true—grace is unmerited favor, the gift of salvation, the love of God poured out on sinners who don’t deserve it. But grace is more than just pardon. Grace is power.The Apostle Paul understood this intimately. In 1 Corinthians 15:10 (LSB), he writes:“But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace tow...  Read More

It’s one of the simplest phrases we could ever speak, yet perhaps one of the most powerful:“Would you come to church with me?”That’s it. Just seven words.No seminary degree required. No perfectly polished gospel presentation. No debate or defense of doctrine. Just a question that carries eternal weight.Too often, we complicate evangelism. We think it requires a platform, a microphone, or a deep th...  Read More

Church family,One of the great blessings of the local church is that it becomes a refuge when life falls apart. I’ve watched as many of you have come through our doors during the hardest seasons of your life—when the diagnosis came, when the marriage crumbled, when the job was lost, or when the grief was too heavy to carry alone. And I want you to hear me loud and clear: we will always be here for...  Read More

As a pastor, I’ve witnessed firsthand how spiritual laziness and complacency can quietly infiltrate the lives of believers. These subtle adversaries hinder individual spiritual growth and ripple outward, affecting families, churches, and the broader advancement of God's Kingdom.  Read More

Gossip is subtle but deadly. It creeps in quietly, disguised as innocent conversation, and before you know it, friendships fracture, trust erodes, and church unity is threatened. As followers of Christ, we must recognize gossip for what it truly is—a spiritual battle.The enemy knows that if he can divide believers, he weakens the effectiveness of the church. Gossip is one of his favorite tactics. ...  Read More

In today’s world, it’s easy to play the spiritual ostrich—burying our heads in the sand when it comes to living a life of holiness and righteousness. We tell ourselves things like, “God knows my heart,” “Nobody’s perfect,” or “At least I’m not as bad as that guy.” We downplay sin, excuse compromise, and ignore the call to pursue godliness. But here’s the truth: God never called us to be comfortabl...  Read More

When God created the family, He didn’t just form a structure—He established a mission. And at the heart of that mission is you, man of God. You were never meant to sit back and let the world shape your home. You were called to rise up, stand firm, and lead with biblical authority, sacrificial love, and unwavering commitment to Jesus Christ.Leadership Begins at HomeBefore a man can lead a ministry,...  Read More

We’re living in an age of endless information. You can Google a Bible verse, listen to a dozen sermons in a day, or follow Bible study influencers on social media. But here's the question that’s been burning on my heart lately:With all this access to Scripture… are we being transformed by it, or just informed?As we focus on Back to the Basics this year at Ignite, I want to challenge you with somet...  Read More

If there’s one area where the modern church has drifted from its foundation, it’s evangelism. Somehow, we’ve convinced ourselves that sharing the Gospel is for the “gifted,” the pastors, the missionaries, or those with extra time. But the truth is, evangelism isn’t a spiritual elective—it’s a basic requirement of following Jesus.Getting back to the basics means returning to the mission that Jesus ...  Read More

Hey church family,This isn't an easy blog post for me to write, but I feel the Lord has placed it heavily on my heart.If you’ve been around for any amount of time, you know I hardly ever talk about money. It’s just not something I like to focus on, because I never want anyone to feel pressured or manipulated. But as your pastor, I also can’t stay silent when I see a spiritual issue affecting our c...  Read More

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When we talk about giving in the church, most people immediately think about money. And yes, tithing is biblical and important—but giving is so much more than writing a check or dropping a few dollars in the offering plate. Giving is a lifestyle, a daily decision to live open-handed before God.If we’re going to get back to the basics of our faith, we have to look beyond the offering envelope. We h...  Read More