We try to make our teaching understandable, applicable, and always built on the foundation of God's word.
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STORIES THAT STICK
March 10 - March 24, 2024
What does it matter if I gain the whole world, but lose my soul?
LET THE CHILDREN COME
February 11 - March 3, 2024
What is Jesus’ Heart for Kids? And Why Should I Care?
you in five years
january 7- february 4, 2024
What could your life look like by the first Sunday in January 2029? What would it take to get there?
remembering
December 31, 2023
What does it mean to you when you remember that God thinks of you as a masterpiece?
christmas gift giving guide
December 10-17, 2023
Has Christmas gift giving ever been more convenient or efficient than it is today?
When you don’t know what to give, you can do a specific search at Amazon. You can enter in your search box, “best selling gifts for 4 year old boys”, and you get a bunch of selected things to consider…. Easy peasy, right? Certainly, convenience has its value, but don’t forget the value of inconvenience!!
The Power of thanksgiving
November 19 - December 3, 2023
What exercise is to our bodies, gratitude and thanksgiving is to our souls.
Physical exercise gets us in shape physically, making us stronger and healthier. Expressing gratitude and thanksgiving is a spiritual exercise to get us in shape, stronger and healthier mentally, emotionally, relationally, and spiritually.
missing peace
October 1- November 12, 2023
Mental health disorders have risen in the United States. Anyone surprised by this?
Anxiety disorders
Depressive disorders
Obsessive-compulsive and related disorders
Sleep-wake disorders
Substance-related disorders
supernatural
September 3- September 24, 2023
Why is the world so messed up? Why is life so hard?
Jesus, the Apostles, and the whole Bible teaches that there is a real but unseen spiritual battle we are dealing with.
Ephesians 6:12 (NIV) For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.
Devoted
August 27, 2023
When we don’t place that devotion in the right place, hardship ensues. Maybe you’ve been let down by what you’ve been devoted to. That relationship, that career, etc. So if we’re made to be devoted to something, for it to take center stage in our lives, what should it be?
“I Am” - Jesus
July 9 - August 20, 2023
Jesus made one audacious claim after another, and perhaps the strongest claims he made were those beginning with his unusual use of the phrase “I Am.” In these claims we will learn who he is and what he offers to those who come to know him.
overflow
May 28- July 2, 2023
How do you have an overflowing life? To answer this question, join us for this series based on the New Testament book of Philippians.
he has risen!
April 9, 2023
Luke 24:5-6 (NIV) ...“Why do you look for the living among the dead? here; he has risen!
Hosanna
April 2, 2023
The Triumphal Entry is a kind of parade. But it’s different: Rejoicing and Weeping; Celebration and Sorrow; Elation and Heaviness.
It’s a roller coaster of emotions. And the parade is all about Jesus.
Faith That Works
February 26 - March 26, 2023
The book of James is perhaps the most practical–and the most convicting–book of the entire New Testament. It is an inspiring short manual on what living out the life of faith in Jesus looks like in a fallen world. True faith works!
The Story Of reality -
FINALE
February 6- 13, 2023
The Finale to the Story of Reality is what the Bible refers to as “The Last Days,” ushered in by Christ’s victory through His cross and resurrection. These are the three topics of “The Story of Reality-Finale”: 1) The Holy Spirit, 2) The Church, and 3) The Second Coming!
The Story Of reality -
jesus
January 8 - January 29, 2023
“… But who do you say that I am?” - Jesus
Matthew 16:15
the story of reality-Christmas
December 4 - 18, 2022
When the set time had fully come, God sent his Son!
the story of reality
October 30 - November 27, 2022
The Story of Reality is a story about how the world began, how the world ends, and everything deeply important that happens in between.
I Am A Servant
October 2 - October 23, 2022
Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
SET FREE
August 21 - September 18, 2022
Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
Regen
July 24 - August 14, 2022
Regeneration: describes how God makes change possible where it was not possible before.
How
July 3 - July 17, 2022
A few simple instructions, and practical steps to get us on course, or keep us on course.
The Land BEtween
June 19, 2022
The Land Between - Where life is not as it once was and where the future is in question.
Center Stage
June 5, 12, & 26, 2022
Jesus is the center of all of history and he can be the center of your story too, but for this to happen you must see him for who he is, and gladly give him the center stage of your life.
Series Challenge: Memorize Galatians 2:20.
FAN INTO FLAME
April 24 - May 29, 2022
For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
Holy Week
April 10 - 17, 2022
What happened in this one week eclipses everything else in terms of importance. It isn’t until “Holy Week” is accomplished that the Gospel (good news) is available. The Gospel explains who Jesus is, what he has done, why he died and rose from the dead, and what all of this means for us!!
WATCH SERMONS
I’m That Fool
March 6 - April 3, 2022
In this series we will be looking at 5 common ways we tend to be foolish. If we can admit our foolishness, there is the good news of hope, and real help available.
WATCH SERMONS
Character
February 6 - 27, 2022
In this series we are going to learn how to catch the character of God through a personal and close relationship with him.
A promising Year
January 9 - 30, 2022
God’s promises are powerful for those who receive them, rejoice in them, remember them, and rehearse them. This is how believing God’s promises builds a promising life.
What’s Next ?!!!
January 2, 2022
All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching,rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.
2 Timothy 3:16-17
Filled, Complete, Whole
November 7 - December 26, 2021
Colossians will lift our eyes to a completely sufficient, totally supreme Jesus who is the central answer to all of life’s problems.
Training in the Word
October 10 - October 31, 2021
Many forms of training are about getting in shape.
Are you in the shape you want to be in? Your shape is your choice. Your attitude, appetite, and aim matter. You will either be conformed by the world or by the Word!
Centrifugal
September 26 - October 3, 2021
We are a centripetal community with centrifugal force.
We are drawn to the center, and that center, Jesus Christ, compels us and propels us outward with power!
Truth Has an edge
September 5 - September 19, 2021
In such a world as ours, in a massive haystack of intentionally planted misinformation, & excessive information, to bury the truth, the temptation is to give up on truth. Don’t do it. We are truth seekers! Keep seeking and you will find.
i’m all in
August 1 - August 29, 2021
In this series we will be taking a look at our 5 core statements.
1 Love God Wholeheartedly
2 Do First Things First
3. Don’t Do Life Alone
4. Saved People Serve People
5. Followers Say, “Follow Me!”
Our Covenant God Is
May 30 - June 20, 2021
God is a relational covenant making, covenant keeping God. The story of Biblical faith is a story of a covenant relationship that God carefully established in stages ultimately culminating in the New Covenant Jesus established as an adequate, permanent, and eternal solution to the root problems of our lives.
His Presence
April 25 - May 23, 2021
Because of Jesus’ victorious crucifixion and resurrection, God’s people individually, and collectively, are now the place of “His Presence”, and this changes everything! Following Jesus is all about an intimate relationship with the life giving person--the Lord Jesus Christ--who deeply desires to be powerfully present with us through the Holy Spirit!
Weights and sins
April 18th, 2021
Jesus followers are part of a legacy of faithful people. When things are crazy in our world, we can confidently rest in the knowledge that many followers of Jesus throughout history have endured difficult times & God has taken care of them.
The certainty
January 31st - April 11th, 2021
During times of uncertainty, we need “The Certainty” that Luke describes in his Gospel as the reason he writes (see Luke 1:4) to help us “know the certainty” and feel more confident, at peace with God, yourself, and how things are going in your life even when life feels chaotic.
Happy How?
January 10th -24th, 2021
When you are not as happy as you would like to be, what do you do? When you are bored what is the first thing you turn to? When you are not quite coping the way you would like to be coping, what do you do to elevate your outlook?
It seems like more than ever we need better strategies than the common strategies.
hope on the horizon
December 6th - 27th, 2020
God speaks about hope on the horizon, from the beginning, and hope has a name, Emmanuel (God With Us). Jesus is our Hope.
Practice!
November 1st - November 29th, 2020
Is your faith merely an accumulation of facts you believe, or do you practice what you believe every day? In this series we will look at 5 practices that fuel a thriving and contagious faith in Jesus: 1. Devote Daily, 2. Pursue Relationally, 3. Guide Biblically, 4. Live Authentically, 5. Engage Missionally. Practice!
King Jesus
October 4th - October 25th, 2020
When you give your allegiance to Jesus as saving King, and trust and follow him in obedience-based discipleship, you discover the best life you could ever live.
Deep Problems, Deeper Grace
September 6th - September 27th, 2020
Jesus, the Apostles, and great preachers like Spurgeon, Wesley, Moody, Finney, Whitfield, Luther and many others used a teaching method that is often avoided today. What was the teaching method? Jesus and the Apostles taught God’s commandments to bring people to see their need for a savior.
Everyday Faith
August 9th - August 30th, 2020
What does it look like to earnestly seek God? Everyday Faith is a faith that earnestly seeks God every day in everyday ways. Daily, and in everything.
love them anyway
July 19th - August 2nd, 2020
Jesus tells us to love one another. Jesus tells us to love our neighbors. Jesus also tells us to love our enemies. Sometimes all three categories apply to the same people. Love them anyway!
God, Help us Unite
A special message addressing the tragic events that have engulfed our nation
As Jesus followers, at this time, it is important that we talk about racial injustice. If we belong to Jesus, we are part of His uniting and reconciling movement. Jesus made peace with God possible, and Jesus made reconciliation possible between people and between people groups.
Let’s be clear: Racism is evil. Racism is sinful. Racism is counter-gospel. We follow Jesus, and like him, we live justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with our God.
Stay Positive
May 31st - July 12th, 2020
Cynicism and negativity may be the easy choice, but they're not the best choice. If you seek what’s good, you’ll see what's good. You can discover a whole lot to smile about if you know where to look. And we can help you find it! Let's embrace the way we're created to think and Stay Positive. Don’t let life get you down. Stay joyful. Stay hopeful. And Stay Positive!
Good News in tough times
May 10th - 25th, 2020
When your good times turn into tough times, hang on to good news.
Barriers
April 12th - May 3rd, 2020
Nearly everyone has encountered hard questions about what followers of Jesus believe. These hard questions become barriers between people and God. But what if there are answers that can transform barriers that block our way into signposts that point the way?
Do Not Be Afraid
March 15th - April 5th, 2020
As we navigate these very unusual circumstances globally and locally, every one of us feels the impact. “Do Not Be Afraid” is a series designed to help us understand how faith is the antidote to fear, and worship is the antidote to worry. Join us through a series of messages designed to help us along the way during this storm. Because Jesus is in our boat, Jesus will bring us through it!
20/20 Vision Clarity
January 26th & March 8th, 2020
Narrowing your attention fixes your focus. Do you want clarity of vision? Love God Wholeheartedly, and everything becomes crystal clear!
Relationship Goals
February 9th - March 1st, 2020
God designed human beings to be relational beings! Single or married our relationships are stronger with these 4 relationship goals: Christ Centered, Kingdom Living, Devil Kicking, Covenant Keeping.
Football Sunday
February 2nd, 2020
Football Sunday is a perfect time to come together and be encouraged by the faith journeys of several NFL players and their wives. They share about how God has been and continues to be at work in their lives.
Habits
January 5th - 19th, 2020
Habits shape us. Small habits make a big difference. Small good habits can change how you see yourself today and can transform you into the person you want to be tomorrow.
Travel Light
December 1st - 29th, 2019
In a crowded, busy holiday season, it’s common for people to feel weighed down. Sometimes we carry weight that God never intended that we carry. His solution is simple: Let go of the baggage and travel light.
WATCH SERMONS
For The Verde Valley
October 27th - November 24th, 2019
For far too long, christians and their churches have been primarily known by what they are against. We believe it is time for that to change. Jesus is FOR people and when someone understands that, it can change everything. As followers of Jesus, we have a role to play in helping people experience God’s love. If people are going to know that Jesus is FOR them, they need to know that we are FOR them.
One Minute After You Die
October 6th - 20th, 2019
Knowing your forever can shape your today. The questions we have about life after death—Is there a heaven? Am I good enough? What if I’m not?—can leave us wondering. But that doesn’t mean we have to live in fear. Discover why our ideas of life after death could change everything—forever.
Mastermind
September 1st - 29th, 2019
Too often we become prisoners to thoughts telling us to worry, or telling us that we aren’t good enough, or that we can’t ever change our behavior. Join us in MASTERMIND, a series designed to shine a light on the dark strongholds that hold us down. Through the healing power of Christ and practical focused thinking practices we can renew our minds and be transformed for the better forever.
I Choose
August 4th - August 25th, 2019
We are shaped by many factors: our genetics, experiences, relationships, perceptions, and beliefs, to name a few; but our choices matter far more than we realize.
Different
July 14th - July 28th, 2019
In this world, we will have struggles. We will face opposition. We will be challenged. And there’s a reason for that: this world is not our home. Jesus calls us to answer hate with love, find joy in the midst of difficulties, and rely on a strength beyond ourselves. Jesus called us to be … DIFFERENT.
The Time Is Now
June 23rd - July 7th, 2019
During this 3 week series we will look at the Old Testament book of Haggai. Together we will be challenged to learn and grow by some of the same things that God used to challenge ancient Israel. We will find out that we need to do some of the same things to honor God with our lives that God's people needed to do to honor Him thousands of years ago.
What Would Jesus undo?
May 26th - June 16th, 2019
If Jesus walked into our church today, what would he be pleased by? What would he want to change? If Jesus observed your life today, what would he be pleased by? What would he want to change? During this series, we will be challenged to consider the ways in which we live out our faith, and what things Jesus would want us to change.
Bad Advice
April 28th - May 19th, 2019
“How did I end up here?” There are reasons behind every mess we get ourselves into. It seems almost as if we were following bad advice, but isn’t there something deeper going on?
Epicenter
April 14th - 21st, 2019
In this two part series, we untangle the question of the meaning of life, by looking at the very epicenter of our faith, the crucifixion and resurrection!
LOVE LIKE JESUS
March 24th - April 7th, 2019
Following Jesus isn’t primarily defined by agreement to a set of beliefs but rather by modeling our lives and decisions after his example, and He calls us to a radical way of living.
Exponential
March 3rd-17th, 2019
You’re not part of a moment, you’re part of a movement! God invites you into a movement that makes a difference forever.
The Vow
February 3rd - 24th, 2019
Whether you are previously married, preparing for marriage, never want to be married, or happily married, discover four specific vows that can transform your future.
Selfless
January 6th - 27th, 2019
If we want to follow Jesus, it is going to be less about us and more about him. In this series, we are going to look at 4 topics to help us get our focus lifted off of self and onto something bigger and better.
First Things First
December 30th, 2018
What is most important in your life will determine your whole life.
God With Us
December 2nd - 23rd, 2018
Mary was told to name her miraculously conceived child, “Immanuel—"God with us”. The whole Bible tells us the story about the lengths God is willing to go to in order to make sure we can experience him if we want to. The story culminates with the person who makes God’s presence available always. In a relationship with Jesus, we are assured that God is with us in every moment, on the Mountaintops, in the Valleys, in the Wilderness, in the Storm, Always.
be thankful
November 4th - 25th, 2018
Everyone interprets reality. Why do some people think life is good and others not so much? Human beings tend to drift downward into cynicism and negativity. We don’t drift upward. Thoughts feed the soul. When we seek what is good, we will see what is good, and experience lift instead of drift. God has given us so much that we have every reason to BE THANKFUL.
Divine Direction
October 7th -28th, 2018
You haven’t finished your life story. What will you do with the blank pages? Why not look to the author of life for some divine direction for your “happily ever after” story?
The Moral of the Story
September 2nd - 30th, 2018
We all love a good story. Jesus, a master teacher, was a master story teller. Jesus used stories frequently. His stories usually made one main point. Welcome to our series, “The Moral of the Story” where we learn from a few of Jesus’ great stories.
When The Devil Knocks
August 12th - 26th, 2018
Jesus has been given all authority. He has authorized, deputized, equipped and empowered his children to reign in his authority and live in his victory.
better together
July 29th - August 5th, 2018
Living in community is one of the primary tools that God uses to care for His people.
When I Need A Miracle
July 1st - July 22nd, 2018
There is much more to life than what our five senses experience.
God Never Said That
June 3rd - June 24th, 2018
We love offering little nuggets of advice, support, or sympathy. They come in handy when we want people to feel better. But what if the guidance you’re giving or receiving just isn’t true? What if God Never Said That?
This four-week series tackles common myths about God, like “God wants you happy” or “God never gives you more than you can handle,” and how those myths keep us from having a deeper relationship with Him.
prayer Challenge
May 6th - May 27th, 2018
It is NOT praying “the right words” that makes prayer work, but learning how to pray in such a way that we connect with and align ourselves in God’s life, kingdom, and authority.
Grace is Greater
April 8th - April 29th, 2018
Grace is God’s plan to overcome your past, redeem your pain, and rewrite your story.
Know for Certain
April 1st, 2018
Secular historians all agree that Jesus lived and died. That isn’t the question. The question for today is whether Jesus died and lived!
Saved People Serve People
March 4th - March 25th, 2018
Salvation is a gift of a thriving life from Jesus Christ who satisfies us, changes us, and blesses us, so that we can serve and bless others even as Jesus blessed and served us.
Me And My Big Mouth
February 4th - February 25th, 2018
Words are powerful. They can beat us down and lift us up. They wound and they heal. In this series, “Me and My Big Mouth” we will find help to establish new patterns of grace-fueled thoughts and speech.
Don't Do Life Alone
January 7th - January 28th, 2018
Don’t do life alone. A small group of people committed to helping one another take steps to follow Jesus is one of God’s most potent prescriptions for a thriving life.
Get Started
December 31st, 2017
Is it the fear of failing that causes us to not begin? That is interesting because here is something we know: We can never finish the things we never started.
I Am Jesus
December 3rd - December 17th, 2017
In the “I AM Jesus” series, we focus on a few of the audacious claims Jesus made; claims like “before Abraham was born I am”, and “I am the Good Shepherd”, and “I am the light of the world”. The religious elite of Jesus’ day were correct when they thought only God can rightfully make such claims, but they were wrong to have Jesus killed. Darkness can never snuff out the light! Jesus lives and continues to say, “Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but have the light of life.”
Money Matters
November 5th - November 26th, 2017
People get awkward when churches talk about money. Audiences do. Preachers do too. We hope to have some fun with "Money Matters" because money is fun...if you have some. This series is designed to help us each have less stress and more fun when it comes to personal finances.
bold prayers
October 8th-October 29th, 2017
Have you been praying too many vague, generic, wimpy prayers, and you don’t feel all that motivated to pray? If so, then welcome to “Bold Prayers”, a 4 week series where we learn from people in the Bible who prayed bold prayers and saw God move in amazing ways!
Wonderful Counselor
September 10th-October 1st, 2017
Long before Jesus was born the prophet of old said he would be called “wonderful counselor”. A wonderful counselor is good at listening and asking great questions that help us. In this series we are looking at the great questions Jesus asked that helps us understand ourselves. In this series Jesus asks us, "Why are you so afraid?”, "Do you believe that I am able to do this?”, "Do you want to get well?”, and "Why do you doubt?"
DISTORTED
August 13th-September 4th, 2017
The Bible is full of frequently quoted wisdom, but sometimes this “wisdom" is distorted when taken out of context. What happens when the most important message of all gets distorted?
A Way Out
JULY 16TH-AUGUST 6TH, 2017
Temptation is the seductive little voice that twists what you want into what you need. It distorts your thoughts until you’re trapped—and when you’re trapped by temptation, it’s not the time to listen to yourself. Learn to put your trust in someone who knows A Way Out. God always gives us a way out.
Go. READY. Set.
June 25th-July 9th, 2017
Jesus says my priority is not religion, or ritual. My priority is rescue! My mission statement is this: I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners. I am more interested in rescuing than in anything else!
Jesus extends the invitation to you. Will you take a baby step to follow him? He isn’t telling you to fix it first. Jesus is saying very clearly, “I want you to know, you are the one I’ve come to invite. I came for you. Will you follow me?” This is an invitation to a relationship.
PG-Parental Guidance
May 14th-June 18th, 2017
Some of the most significant ways that Christians can impact the world around us is in the way we raise up the next generation. In this series we talk about some ways that parents can maximize their effectiveness in the lives of their children. We also will talk about how all of us (parents or otherwise) have a role to play in impacting young people to further God's kingdom.
AWE
April 23rd-May 7th, 2017
Religion is about God. It is second hand and is mediated through another. We are wired for more. Relationship on the other hand is intimate and is about knowing God personally, directly, and experiencing him in awesome ways. We are meant to be in relationship with God.
HIStory
April 2nd-16th, 2017
Do you believe history is a planned and purposeful story or a series of random events that are recorded by historians? Through this series we talk about becoming thoroughly convinced that history has within it a planned and purposeful story—HIStory! The most important story we know, the story of Jesus.
I WANT TO BELIEVe, BUT...
March 5th-26th, 2017
Believing in God is not always an easy thing. When God doesn't act in the ways that we expect Him to, it can be discouraging, confusing, and painful. Sometimes it can shake our faith in significant ways. In this series, we address some of those ideas and talk about how to move forward when we face those moments and how to develop a healthy understanding of God's character.
Three Keys
February 12th-26th, 2017
No matter who you are you probably have a number of people in your life that you might describe as being "closed off." Maybe they have shut down in relationships. Maybe they have decided they want nothing to do with God. In this short series, we talk about three specific keys that God uses (and wants his people to use) that have an ability to unlock even the most closed off heart.
Joyful New Year
January 1st-February 5th, 2017
There is a big difference between the definition of "Happy" which is based on happenstance, whatever happens to you, and "Joyful," which is not based on happenstance but upon our ability to approach life through the tools that God has given us to see our circumstances through a new lens. This series is about hope for the future even when you feel anything other than hopeful.
Fear Not
December 11th-December 18th, 2016
Fears attack the most precious parts of our life and keep us from living the life meant for us. God wants to help us overcome our darkest fears as we learn to Fear Not.
THE POINT OF OUR STEPS
October 23rd-December 4th, 2016
What is Verde Valley Christian Church all about? Through this series, we talk all about discovering the things that God is calling us to, and stepping forward to join the mission.
The LIFE YOU'VE ALWAYS WANTED
September 4th-October 16th, 2016
Through this series, we explore the notion that there really is a way to move closer to the with-God life. Though training, discipline, and practice we can position ourselves to be transformed by the Holy Spirit in all kinds of ways.
Major Messages from Minor Prophets
July 24th-August 28th, 2016
Through this series, we look at 5 prophets from the Old Testament. They may be ancient, but their messages hold striking application and importance for us today.
Dating, Love, & Marriage
June 19th-July 17th, 2016
Through this series we discover that God's word actually gives some important guidance to an area of life that so many of us seem to struggle through. We can experience joy and health in our relationships when we understand some key truths from the bible.
Simplify
May 22nd-June 12th, 2016
Exhausted. Overwhelmed. Over-scheduled. Confused. All too often those are the words we use to describe the kinds of lives that we live each day. God has a different way in mind for us. A better way. A way to uncluttered our souls.
Here to heaven
April 10th-May 15th, 2016
Exhausted. Overwhelmed. Over-scheduled. Confused. All too often those are the words we use to describe the kinds of lives that we live each day. God has a different way in mind for us. A better way. A way to uncluttered our souls.
Easter Messages
March 20th-April 3rd, 2016
We spent three weeks during the Easter season to talk about Jesus, the cross, the resurrection and what it all means for us.
Apprentice of Jesus (Life On The Rock)
January 10th-March 13th, 2016
The idea of living a life surrendered to God is, in many ways, much easier to talk about than to actually do. Amazingly however, we have a master teacher in Jesus who wants to help us follow his example as we continue to move toward a life transformed by God.