SPEAKER: Pastor Josh Starnes
DATE: november 8,2026
What if you’re doing all the right things but missing what matters most? In this message, Pastor Josh Starnes explores why loving God must come before religious activity, why obedience should flow out of our love for Him, and how loving God and loving people are inseparable. God isn't just after what you do. He wants your heart. Whether you're feeling worn out from trying to do everything right, struggling to hear God's voice, or simply wanting to grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus, this message is an invitation to slow down, listen, and fall more deeply in love with Him. Believing is the beginning. Following Jesus means being marked by Him.
What if you’re doing all the right things but missing what matters most? In this message, Pastor Josh Starnes explores why loving God must come before religious activity, why obedience should flow out of our love for Him, and how loving God and loving people are inseparable. God isn't just after what you do. He wants your heart. Whether you're feeling worn out from trying to do everything right, struggling to hear God's voice, or simply wanting to grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus, this message is an invitation to slow down, listen, and fall more deeply in love with Him. Believing is the beginning. Following Jesus means being marked by Him.
What if the one thing standing between you and a deeper relationship with God is something you're unwilling to let go of? In this message, Pastor Patrick Tanton explores the story of the rich young ruler and challenges us to consider what has taken the number one spot in our lives. Whether it's money, possessions, relationships, popularity, power, or control, anything we treasure more than God can become an obstacle to fully following Jesus. The question isn't just whether you believe in Jesus. It's whether you're willing to make Him your greatest treasure. Jesus isn't after your stuff. He's after your heart.
Have you ever found yourself caught between deep belief and crippling doubt? Pastor Patrick Tanton walks through Mark 9, where a desperate father brings his son to Jesus, with a faith that is real, but not finished. When Jesus challenges him to believe, the father responds with one of the most honest prayers in Scripture: “I believe; help my unbelief!” His words capture a struggle many of us know well. We believe God is good, we believe He is powerful, and we believe He can work in our lives but when we face uncertainty, disappointment, or circumstances beyond our control, our faith can begin to waver. You don't have to pretend your faith is perfect. You can bring your doubts, fears, and struggles to Jesus and ask Him to help you believe. The question isn't whether you'll face challenges. It's where you'll place your faith when you do. If you’ve ever felt like you believe and doubt at the same time, this message is for you.
Everyone has an opinion about Jesus. But there’s a difference between knowing what other people think and answering the question yourself. Who is Jesus to you? And more importantly, does the way you live show that? In Mark 8, Jesus asks his disciples ta personal and piercing question: "Who do you say that I am?" Jesus asks us to make a choice: Will we live for ourselves and chase everything the world offers, or will we surrender to Him and discover the abundant and eternal life He has for us? Discover what it truly means to move beyond surface belief, accept a suffering Savior, and de-throne yourself to follow Christ.
What if God isn’t waiting for you to have more? What if He’s asking you to trust Him with what you already have? In this message, Pastor Patrick Tanton walks through one of the most well-known miracles in all of scripture where Jesus feeds a crowd of thousands with just five loaves of bread and two fish. But this miracle is about more than food, it reveals how Jesus grows our faith, uses what we offer Him, and invites us to participate in His mission. The miracle wasn’t that the disciples had enough. It was that Jesus was enough. Maybe you’ve been waiting until you have more time, more resources, or more confidence before saying yes to God. Stop waiting for more. Start with what you have. Trust Jesus with the results.
Have you ever prayed for something, felt like God was moving and then suddenly it seemed like He got distracted? You've prayed. You've waited. You've watched God answer prayers for other people while wondering, “What about me?” In this message, Pastor Karl Bastian unpacks what happens when life's interruptions make it feel like God is distracted or running late. If you've ever prayed and felt like God got distracted, moved on, or is too busy with other people, this message is for you. He hasn't forgotten. He's not done. And what He's planning is immeasurably more than what you asked for.
What do you do when the storm comes and it feels like God is asleep? You praised God on Sunday. Then Monday came. And the storm was still there. In this message Pastor Patrick Tanton walks through Mark 4:35–41, Jesus and His disciples cross the Sea of Galilee when a violent storm suddenly hits. While the disciples are terrified and fighting for their lives, Jesus is asleep in the boat. Their question is one many of us have asked: “Don’t you care?” The storms of life are real. Fear, anxiety, loss, uncertainty, sickness, financial pressure, broken relationships, and unanswered prayers can make us wonder where God is. But Jesus reminds us that His presence and power are greater than the storm around us. Whether you've been through a major storm and saw God's faithfulness on the other side, or you're right in the middle of one right now, this message is for you. He's in the boat. He's not asleep to your situation. And His power is greater than anything you're facing.
What if the problem isn't that God isn't speaking to you but that you've stopped following through? What do you do when God speaks? It’s one thing to hear God’s Word. It’s another thing to actually do something with it. In this message, Pastor Travis Deatherage breaks down Jesus' Parable of the Sower (Mark 4). The goal isn’t simply to encounter God’s Word. It’s to let His Word change the way we live. We don’t control the harvest. We control our obedience. Follow through and trust God with the results. discover what it takes to move past posturing and emotional excitement into active, life-changing obedience.
Does Jesus still have the power to heal or meet your greatest need? What is your greatest need right now? In this message, Pastor Patrick Tanton walks through several of Jesus’ miracles in Mark 1–3 and reveals a powerful truth: Jesus has the authority and the willingness to meet us in our greatest place of need. From healing sickness and casting out evil spirits to the story of the paralyzed man whose friends brought him to Jesus, Mark shows us that Jesus’ power points to something even greater, the authority to forgive sins and make us right with God. But what happens when God doesn’t move on our timeline? Are we willing to believe Him again? Whether you've stopped asking because God didn't move on your timeline, or you've never brought your greatest need to Him at all, this message is for you. This message challenges us to have faith, bring our greatest needs to Jesus, and remember that the greatest miracle we can ever experience is the forgiveness of our sins.
What does it really mean to follow Jesus? Is believing in Jesus enough, or is He calling us to something more? You can believe in Jesus and never actually follow Him. And most people in the church today never make that leap. In this message, Pastor Patrick Tanton challenges us to look at the difference between being a believer and being a follower, or disciple of Jesus. A disciple isn't simply someone who knows what Jesus taught or believes that Jesus is the Son of God. A disciple is someone who puts the teachings of Jesus into action. It's the difference between knowing and doing, believing and following. And Jesus is still calling people to follow Him today. Maybe you've believed in Jesus for years but struggle to actually live out what you believe. Maybe you've been comfortable being a Christian without allowing Jesus to change the way you live, speak, think, and act. This message is an invitation to take the next step: Don't just believe Jesus. Follow Jesus.
Are you settling for less than God's best or letting past mistakes keep you stuck? You haven't gone too far. You haven't taken too many wrong turns. God has a purpose for your life. In this message, Pastor Patrick Tanton wraps up the series by looking at the third part of God's plan for us: fulfilling purpose. God didn't create you by accident. He intentionally designed you, gave you specific gifts, and established a purpose for your life. But discovering that purpose requires us to understand how God has wired us and learn how to use what He's placed inside of us. He sees greatness in you, He has gifted you, and He wants to help you step into the purpose He created you for. If you've ever asked, “What is my purpose?” or “What did God create me to do?”, this message is for you.
God doesn't just want you to follow Jesus, He wants you to find freedom. Following Jesus is where the journey begins, but God wants to do a deeper work within us. In this message, Pastor Patrick Tanton unpacks the second of three things God has always wanted for your life: finding freedom from the things that control us, hold us back, and keep us from the abundant life he has for us. Time doesn't heal wounds. It just buries them deeper. What you actually need is freedom and that's exactly what God has planned for you. Whether you're wrestling with something you can't stop, holding on to pain from the past, or feeling like you're under attack, this message is for you. Freedom is God's plan, and He's already made a way.
Everyone follows something. The question is whether what you're following can actually get you where you want to go. Are you really following Jesus or are you simply believing in Him? In this message Pastor Patrick Tanton challenges us to take an honest look at what it means to truly follow Jesus. God doesn't want our lives to remain dormant. He wants us to be planted, to grow, to flourish, and to experience the abundant life He has for us. Maybe you've never made the decision to follow Jesus. Maybe you once centered your life on Him but have allowed other things to take His place. Or maybe you're asking yourself whether you're truly following Him at all. Wherever you are, the invitation is the same: Follow Jesus. Find freedom. Fulfill purpose.
Ever felt completely outnumbered, overwhelmed, or in need of a powerful defender? In this message, Guest speaker Jamie Foster explores the powerful biblical name “Jehovah Sabaoth-Lord of Hosts” and what it reveals about who God is. This message demonstrates that the Lord of Hosts isn't just a distant cosmic ruler, He is deeply personal and steps in to fight for the hurting and humble. You don't have to know exactly what you're signing up for. You just have to know who you're saying yes to.
What do you do when God’s plan doesn’t make sense? Are you facing a painful or confusing season where it feels like God’s promises don't match your current circumstances? In this powerful message, Pastor Patrick Tanton dives into one of the most well-known names of God found in the Old Testament: Jehovah Jireh. 👉 If you are waiting on an answer, struggling to take the next step of obedience, or needing a miracle, discover how Jehovah Jireh meets us at the peak of our deepest needs.
Everyone wants peace. But most of us are looking for it in the wrong places. Are you fighting for peace in your family, your health, your finances, or your mind? In this message, Pastor Patrick Tanton unpacks the transformative meaning of Jehovah Shalom—The Lord is Peace. No matter what you're facing this message will help you understand how to anchor your life in the only true source of peace. Because peace isn't about the absence of problems. It's about the presence of God. Whether you're facing health issues, financial pressure, family tension, or just a restless feeling you can't shake, this message is for you. The peace you've been chasing is closer than you think.
Is God still healing today? In this powerful message, Pastor Cleve Masten goes beyond surface level faith and explores the deeper truth: healing isn’t always instant, it’s often a process. You weren’t saved just for heaven. You were saved for restoration, renewal, and transformation in a real, daily relationship with God. 👉 Whether you’re carrying emotional pain, past trauma, or just feel spiritually stuck, this message is an invitation to let God begin (or continue) His healing work in you.
“The Lord is my shepherd…” but what if trusting a shepherd feels hard? Have you ever felt like your vision of leadership has been completely corrupted by political or spiritual authority figures who failed, abused, or harmed you? When we experience deep wounds from human leaders, our natural survival strategy is to become completely self-sufficient, self-reliant, and deeply suspicious of authority, including God's. In this powerful and deeply honest message, guest speaker Tabitha Panariso unpacks the profound comfort behind the name Jehovah Rohi (The Lord Is My Shepherd) and what it really means for our lives today. This isn’t just a comforting message, it’s an invitation to trust again, to let go, and to experience the care of a good Shepherd who never fails. 👉 You are not alone. You are not forgotten.
Are you trying to be better…but still feel stuck? In this profound message, Pastor Travis Deatherage unpacks why true holiness was never something for you to attain in your own strength. This message dives deep into the heavy, non-negotiable process of sanctification, the lifelong journey of your external life starting to match the righteousness God has already declared over you on the inside. This isn’t about doing more for God. It’s about letting God do something in you. If you're tired of striving and doing all the right things but still feeling stuck, this message could be exactly what your soul needs.
Have you ever felt like God is completely hidden or distant from you? ? If you've been searching for Him and wondering where He is, navigating His biblical names is one of the best places to go to feel close to Him again. God deeply desires to be known, and He uses His names to reveal His true character to us. In this message, Pastor Josh Starnes unpacks Jehovah Tsidkenu "The Lord Our Righteousness" This message reveals how God acts as our ultimate moral compass, straightness, and justice when our lives feel completely bent out of shape. What if the most crooked, broken version of you could carry the name of God Himself?
