EDEN PRAIRIE ASSEMBLY

Come to Jesus - A Message to the Sinful

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Luke 7 is a powerful account of Jesus and a sinful woman - but a woman who recognizes her sinfulness.

Join Pastor Chris for the contrast of a Pharisee and a sinful woman - and how our realization of sinfulness leads us to salvation and worship.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Come to Jesus - A Message to the Broken

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500

One of Jesus' most well-known encounters was with a Samaritan woman at a well. This encounter changed her life, and the lives of many others, forever.

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks John 4, a message to those who are broken.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Come to Jesus - A Message to the Doubters (Easter Sunday)

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Blessed are those who haven't seen Jesus, and yet believe in Him.

Join Pastor Chris for Easter Sunday as he unpacks John 20, and the narrative of Thomas' interaction with Jesus that led to his life being changed forever.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Good Friday - 4.3.26

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Good Friday is moment to remember - Who Jesus is and all that He has done to save the world, you and me.

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks Jesus as the Great Mediator between God and humanity.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Palm Sunday - Your King is Coming

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Palm Sunday celebrates the King coming to save - not from earthly enemies, but from our greatest enemies - sin and death.

Join Pastor Amber as she shares on Family Sunday to the EPAG Family.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

The Healthy Church - Spirit empowered and on mission

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0500

We love moments of powerful worship when we know we're in the room with Jesus! But encounters with God, and the spiritual formation of our lives, is for much more than just personal experience.

Join Pastor Chris on a journey through Scripture, highlighting God's desire to empower His Church for His mission! How will God work through you this week?

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

The Healthy Church - the family of God

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Our culture is increasingly marked by loneliness and isolation, yet God has always designed something different for His people. The Church is not simply an event or organization — it is the family of God.

Join Pastor Chris on this journey! As we continue growing as a healthy church, our prayer is that each of us takes a step toward deeper connection — building relationships, sharing burdens, and learning to follow Jesus together.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

The Healthy Church

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0500

In the previous week, Pastor Chris focused on Acts 2:42-47 - our personal devotion to Jesus through the Scripture, prayer, fellowship, and worship.

This week, the message focuses on the responsibilities of the Church: making disciples, growing in maturity, and equipping Jesus followers to serve God's mission. Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks these truths from multiple passages, and challenges us to commit deeply to Jesus and His Church.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Under Construction: God is Building You

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500

God is building HIs house - globally and locally. But when we say God is building His house, He is ultimately building individual followers.

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks the importance of who we're becoming in Christ.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church.

God is Building His House

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Centered around the Cornerstone, the Living Stone, God is building His house - globally, locally, and in our hearts.

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks 1 Peter 2:4-10.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Psalm 23 Pt. 4

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks Psalm 23:6, the culmination of this sermon series.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Psalm 23 Pt. 3

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Join Pastor Chris as he continues to unpack Psalm 23 - the Lord is my Shepherd.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Every Life is Sacred

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Join Pastor Amber, on Sanctity of Life Sunday, for a scriptural reflection on the value of all life.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Psalm 23 Pt. 2

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Join Pastor Chris as he continues to unpack one of the most well-known Psalms, Psalm 23 - the Lord is my Shepherd.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Psalm 23 Pt. 1

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500

"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." Psalm 23:1

"I am the good shepherd..." John 10:11

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks Psalm 23:1, the significance of the Lord as our shepherd.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

The Light Has Come

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Matthew 4 // Isaiah 9

Jesus was the fulfillment of more than 300 prophecies. Hundreds of years before His earthly ministry, Isaiah foretold of the Messiah who would be "light in darkness."

Jesus, the Light, still shines today. Jesus is hope to the hopeless and broken. And He desires to shine on, in, and through us.

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks the significance of this prophetic fulfillment. There is light for humanity's darkness. There is light for your current season of darkness. As the Church is full of the light of Christ, there will be light shined in our dark world.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Songs of Christmas Pt. 4 - Silent Night (Christmas Eve)

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Jesus' birth didn't cause the stir that royalty normally would. But the eternal King from Heaven was born in a stable, laid in a manger, and celebrated by the angels of Heaven.

Join Pastor Chris as he connects the Christmas hymn, Silent Night, to the narrative of Scripture.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Songs of Christmas Pt. 3 - O, Holy Night

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500

"Chains shall He break, for the slave is our brother..."

Join Pastor Chris as he connects O, Holy Night to the narrative of Scripture.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Songs of Christmas Pt. 2 - Joy to the World

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500

"...Good News that will bring great joy to all the people." Luke 2:10

What if joy is so much more than emotion? Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks Luke 2:10 and invites everyone to experience the joy of knowing Jesus!

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Songs of Christmas Pt. 1 - O, Come All Ye Faithful

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500

The songs of Christmas are much more than traditional songs. SO many encapsulate the truth about Jesus.

Join Pastor Amber as she unpacks the invitation of Christmas - to consider, to experience, and to worship Jesus.

Want to more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Matthew 11:28-30

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0500

What are you yoked to? What are you attached to that's pulling you in the wrong direction? Are you relying on yourself in life?

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks Matthew 11:28-30, and encourages every person to be yoked to Jesus.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

MORE Pt. 3

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0500

The mission field is wherever you are. Yes, some go across the globe. But everyone should go across the street.

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks some of the next steps of EPAG's local efforts, ending the message with a call to be loved by Jesus. Jesus' love will be what motivates us to love others.

Want to know more about EPAG? This is a great message to listen to! You can also visit www.epag.church!

MORE Pt. 2

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0500

"Job's not finished." The late Kobe Bryant became famous for a postgame interview in which the LA Lakers went up 2-0 in the NBA Finals. As reporters celebrated the win, Bryant appeared unaffected. When asked wasn't he happy, Bryant said, "Job's not finished."

While there are an estimated 2.6 billion Christians in the world, and the Church is the largest entity, there remain many lost people. While many have been saved, job's not finished.

Join Pastor Chris as he challenges us to continue in our missions DNA - to reach across the street and around the globe to inspire people to follow Jesus.

Want to complete a faith promise card, a commitment to give to missions work worldwide? You can do that HERE!

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church.

MORE Pt. 1

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Even with all that God has done, God still wants to do so much more in your life.

Join Pastor Chris as he challenges us from Joshua 13 - "...much land remains to be conquered." There's so much more God wants to do!

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church.

50 Years - EPAG Past, Present, & Future

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0500

EPAG is celebrating 50 years of effective ministry!

Join Pastor Chris and discover how we got here. Join Assemblies of God USA General Superintendent Doug Clay as he unpacks the 4 key ingredients to a powerful future!

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Growing Up Pt. 6

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0500

God has started a good work in His sons and daughters. Thankfully, He's faithful to finish what He started. That's good news, because we need His power to grow!

Join Pastor Chris in a study from Philippians 1, a conclusion to this message series.

Growing Up Pt. 5

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0500

We are growing up in Jesus. And that means renewing our minds with God's Word.

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks Romans 12:1-2, and the way we are transformed in this journey.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Growing Up Pt. 4

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0500

The apostle Paul wrote the book of Romans. For the first seven chapters, he laid the theological foundation for salvation and sanctification.

In Romans 8, he gave a strong conclusion to that portion - life in Christ is life in the Spirit. As we live by the Spirit of God, we grow to deny the flesh.

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks a powerful message, focusing on life in the Spirit.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Growing Up Pt. 3

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0500

It's one thing to try to remove all the "bad" things in our lives - there's certainly wisdom in avoiding potential pitfalls.

But where something is removed a vacuum remains. That's why will-power and trying to avoid temptation will never be enough. We live in a fallen world and we're made of flesh, so we need more than mere avoidance. We must be immersed in Jesus.

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks Romans 6:12-14, encouraging us to "give ourselves completely to God." We will overcome sin only through intimacy with Jesus.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Growing Up Pt. 2

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0500

If we're saved, we have been united - married - to Jesus. Our relationship with Jesus, and our relationship to sin, have changed.

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks Romans 6:1-4, all about living this new life in Jesus!

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Growing Up Pt. 1

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Salvation is just the beginning of our journey with Jesus. Sanctification is a big word, but it means we're in the process of becoming more like Jesus.

Join Pastor Chris as he starts this conversation by highlighting this work as the most important God wants to do in our lives.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Discovering Your Purpose

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0500

We discover our purpose when we're strongly connected to the God who formed us.

Join Pastor Nick Larson (worship & discipleship) in Exodus 3 as he unpacks how to discover your purpose in this life.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

The End Pt. 3 - Restoration

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0500

There are so many evidences that point to the world being broken. Thankfully, the Bible is the grand narrative of God rescuing and restoring a broken world.

The Gospel speaks of the work God has already done. The Gospel speaks to our lives now. And the Gospel speaks to our ultimate future.

Join Pastor Chris as he talks about the beauty of eternal life with God.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

The End Pt. 2 - The Rapture

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0500

The world feels like it's unraveling. But we shouldn't be surprised - Jesus told us it would be this way.

What's next? While there may be some debate, Scripture gives clues as to why the Jesus follower should have confident expectation for the future.

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks an end time reflection.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

The End Pt. 1 - Signs

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0500

What in the world is going on? It's a question that has been posed many times throughout history because of many different events. Sometimes we can become numb to all the chaos.

But what if the events of today are pointing us towards something else? Are we aware? And can we be aware, without being consumed or alarmed?

Join Pastor Chris as he shares a balanced approach to the world today - aware, but not alarmed.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Encounters Pt. 6 - Spirit Baptism

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0500

What keeps people from experiencing the full power of the Holy Spirit? Why? What if we believe and obey, and step into what God has for us?

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks Acts 2:1-4, and experience the power of the Holy Spirit!

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Encounters Pt. 5 - Waiting on the Lord

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Our culture is addicted to immediacy. But if we want to encounter the Holy Spirit and experience His peace and power, we must relearn the beauty of waiting on the Lord.

Join Pastor Chris as he challenges us to exit the unhealthy cycle of life, and instead experience the peace and power of the Lord.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Encounters Pt. 4 - Baptism in the Holy Spirit

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0500

The God who gifts salvation wants to gift you with power. The supernatural occurrence of Acts 2 is for every Jesus follower today.

Join Pastor Chris as he begins to unpack the baptism in the Holy Spirit on Pentecost Sunday 2025.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Encounters Pt. 3 - Transformation

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0500

You've decided to follow Jesus. Now what? Actually, there's a lot God wants to do in your life after salvation.

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of a Jesus followers after the journey begins. And remember, one encounter with the Holy Spirit can change your life.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Encounters Pt. 2 - Salvation

Sun, 25 May 2025 09:00:00 -0500

The Holy Spirit convinces each person of his/her need for Jesus. The Holy Spirit is also the One who enacts the work of salvation in an individual's life.

If you're a Jesus follower, the Holy Spirit is no stranger - He's already been working in your life. If you haven't made the decision to follow Jesus, the Holy Spirit is talking to you, drawing you near to God.

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks what salvation really means for us.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Encounters Pt. 1 - Conviction

Sun, 18 May 2025 09:00:00 -0500

We all experience encounters with others. The right encounter can change our lives forever - especially an encounter with the Holy Spirit.

Join Pastor Chris in John 16, starting a new discussion on the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Come Home Pt. 4

Sun, 11 May 2025 09:00:00 -0500

What's keeping you from coming home - from coming back to God and to the local church?

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks the "older brother attitude," of Luke 15, and how church people can make it easier for others to come home.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

**Note: This series may be over, but the door is always open. You can always come home.

Come Home Pt. 3

Sun, 04 May 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Luke 15 teaches us a lot about ourselves, and a lot about God.

How does God respond when someone comes home? Will He welcome you, or scold you?

Join Pastor Chris as he shares an invitation to come home.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Come Home Pt. 2

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Do you feel like you've messed up too much? You want to come home, to come back to God, to come back to church - but you're not sure?

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks what to do when we desire to go home.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church.

Come Home Pt. 1 (Easter Sunday)

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0500

No matter what you've done, no matter where you are - you can always come home.

Join Pastor Chris for this Easter Sunday message from Luke 15, and the well-known story of the prodigal son.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Palm Sunday 2025 - Luke 19

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Jesus rode to Jerusalem on a donkey, fulfilling prophecy about Him as Messiah and King! We choose to praise King Jesus who has saved our lives.

Join Pastor Chris in Luke 19, celebrating Palm Sunday 2025.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

The Intersection of Jericho and Jesus

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Are you searching to understand more about Jesus? Or, as a Jesus follower, are you participating in the opportunities in front of you?

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks Luke 19:1-10, describing how Jesus came to seek and to save those who are lost.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Psalm 13

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0500

"How long, O Lord?" If you've ever faced a season of suffering or hardship, you've likely wrestled with doubt, fear, anxiety, and question marks.

Join Pastor Chris as see a pattern of how to respond to suffering in Psalm 13.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Special Guest - Charles Porter

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0500

What does it look like to bring others to Jesus, and continue with them on the journey?

Join EPAG special guest Charles Porter as he unpacks the importance of John 1:35-46 to our lives today.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Psalm 147

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0500

"Did the enemy break into your life, demolishing what you held close and dear? Did you fail God, experience His help, and then fail again? Do you now wonder if He’s washed you from His hands? Consider His great patience and grace. He’s not desirous of your remaining in ruins. He’s committed to helping you get back up on your feet, wounds healed, and heart no longer broken." - George O. Wood -

Join Pastor Chris as he opens Psalm 147, reminding us that God will not neglect us. God can rebuild your life.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Next Steps Pt. 4

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Are we more like Jesus, or more like the pharisee in Luke 7? Do we create barriers or bridges to God?

Join Pastor Chris in this heartfelt message, as he unpacks what God wants for His a Church - a place where all people can find belonging, healing, and hope.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church.

You can also text "new here" to 833-761-9055.

Next Steps Pt. 3

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0500

A person or family can belong to many different groups - sports teams, civic organizations, and more. While those groups can bring connections, friendships, and personal development, there's no greater belonging than to Christ and His Church.

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks the power of the Church!

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Next Steps Pt. 2

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500

What does it mean to belong? How do we contribute to the unity of a local church?

Join Pastor Chris as he discusses the common unity we have as Jesus followers, and how we must keep our focus on God and His glory.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Next Steps Pt. 1

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Where are you on your journey with Jesus? What is your next step?

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks the process of growth and maturity that happens as we follow Jesus.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Super Sunday - The Making of a Team

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500

1 Corinthians 12 (and other scriptures) tell us that we are all gifted. And every gift is vitally important to a team's (the Church) success.

Join Pastor Chris as we're challenged to serve, and to see great success for God's work on earth.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Vision Sunday - Ephesians 3:20

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500

God is able to do infinitely more than we can ask or think!

Join Pastor Chris as he unpacks a vision for 2025 and beyond - inspiring people to follow Jesus! God is able!

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church.

A Legacy for Generations - Next Generations Sunday

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500

When is the last time you cried for the next generations?

Join Pastor Cole as he unpacks a passionate message of how we can love, support, and raise the generations.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Reset Pt. 3 - Stewarding Well

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Should the Church talk about money? Some people get nervous when that happens. But truthfully, Jesus talked about money and possessions quite a bit.

Join Pastor Chris as he talks about stewardship from the Biblical perspective (including selected scriptures).

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Reset Pt. 2 - Loving One Another

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500

John 13:34-35 - "...now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other. Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples."

Join Pastor Chris as we remember the importance of loving one another.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Reset Pt. 1 - Living to Honor God

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Our lives will not drift into priorities. We have to be very intentional to live on purpose, giving attention to what matters most.

Join Pastor Chris as we look to reset, and re-establish our greatest priority in this life - to honor God.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

More of Jesus - 21 Days of Prayer & Fasting

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500

As we start this new calendar year, we set aside ourselves to grow more like Jesus. We want Jesus, we need Jesus, we SEEK Jesus.

Join Pastor Chris and the EPAG community on this journey to "know Jesus and experience His power."

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Gifts of Christmas Pt. 4 - LOVE

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500

The greatest gift we could ever experience is the love of God. His love for us compelled Him to send Jesus - and compelled Jesus to die for us.

Join Pastor Chris as we reflect on the love of God.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church.

The Gifts of Christmas Pt. 3 - PEACE

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0500

People are longing for peace. The greatest peace we can experience is peace with God. And those who experience peace with God can know the peace of God, a peace that surpasses our understanding.

Listen as Pastor Chris invites you to experience true peace.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

The Gifts of Christmas Pt. 2 - JOY

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0500

The greatest joy comes in knowing we have been rescued by Jesus. And that joy continues in our lives.

Listen as Pastor Chris unpacks Luke 2, and the reasons why we can have joy.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church.

The Gifts of Christmas Pt. 1 - HOPE

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Because of Jesus, we have hope. More than wishful thinking, Biblical hope is confident expectation based on who God is, what He has done, and what He has promised to do in the lives of Jesus followers.

Listen as Pastor Chris unpacks our hope for salvation, hope this life, and hope for the afterlife.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Submitting to the Shepherd

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0500

God wants to lead our lives, and to take care of us. Are we fully surrendered, inviting Him to do so?

Listen as Pastor Cole unpacks the imagery of Psalm 23, and how God will care for our lives as a good shepherd leading His sheep.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Gratitude

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500

We can focus on what we don't have, or we can focus on what we do have - and in Jesus, we have so much.

Listen as Pastor Chris challenges us to reflect on the many reasons we should be grateful to God.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

The Secret Place

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Wanna get away? Most of us remember that catchphrase from an airline, promoting inexpensive getaways.

Jesus modeled time away from people and noise, an opportunity to talk with the Father.

Matthew 6:6 says, "'But when you pray, go away by yourself, shut the door behind you, and pray to your Father in private. Then your Father, who sees everything, will reward you."

Listen as Pastor Nick unpacks the importance of the secret place, time away with Jesus.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Sent Pt. 4

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Being a witness for Jesus means sharing the Gospel, sharing our story, and requires the Holy Spirit's help.

Genuine love for other people includes being a friend, offering practical help, and meeting people in their pain and brokenness.

Listen as Pastor Chris explains that genuine love for others also means communicating the truth about Jesus and our need for Him.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Sent Pt. 3

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Prayer is an important part of life as a Jesus follower. Prayer is also an important part of reaching people who don't know Jesus.

Listen as Pastor Amber unpacks the need to pray for pre-believers as we seek to inspire them to follow Jesus

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Sent Pt. 2

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0500

God has a plan and purpose for every person. But many people are trapped in a life of brokenness because of sin.

Matthew 9:36 says Jesus had compassion on people because they were confused and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.

Are we motivated, like Jesus, for compassion towards broken people? We send, and we go, or we disobey.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

Sent Pt. 1

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0500

"...As the Father has sent me, so I am sending you." John 20:21

We often think of missionaries as those who travel to distant lands to spread the Gospel of Jesus. It's true that there are those we pray for, and financially support, to take the good news of Jesus to unreached people groups. But really, every Jesus follower is a missionary - sent by God to the people right in front of us.

Listen as Pastor Amber unpacks scriptural instructions that guide us to fulfill the commands of Jesus in our every day lives.

Want to learn more about EPAG? Visit our website at www.epag.church, or download the EPAG app!

Help for the Journey Pt. 4

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Psalm 27

We're intentionally inviting God to lead our lives. But what about when we aren't hearing anything? What about when we're in the middle, waiting on God?

Join Pastor Chris and the EPAG community for an encouraging word to actively trusting and serving the Lord while waiting.

Want to learn more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church.

Help for the Journey Pt. 3

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Psalm 25 (selected scriptures)

On this journey of life, it's so important to intentionally invite God to lead our lives. We do this through prayer and engagement in Scripture. But we do this much more than just in one moment or in one season; we make a commitment to consistently, continually follow Jesus.

Want to know more about EPAG? Visit www.epag.church!

EPAG exists to inspire people to follow Jesus.

Help for the Journey Pt. 2

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Psalm 25 Pt. 1

As Jesus followers, we want to know the ways and plans of God. We will know God's plans as we completely surrender to Him, in humility and trust.

Want to know more about being a part of the EPAG community? Visit www.epag.church!

Help for the Journey

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Psalm 121

We're on a journey. The destination is worth it. We love Jesus and we want to be with Him for eternity. There are certainly challenges along the way.

Join Pastor Chris and the EPAG community for this timely reminder: Our help comes from the Lord.

Visit www.epag.church to learn more about the EPAG community, which exists to inspire people to follow Jesus.

TO BE CONTINUED... PT. 12

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Acts 6:8-8:4

The first century Church was rapidly growing, but so was the opposition. From threats, to imprisonment, to physical pain, to persecution and death - anything that come against the Church was coming against the Church.

But......in spite of everything happening...... the Gospel continued to spread!

The Church can't be stopped if the Church won't stop!

Visit www.epag.church to learn more about Eden Prairie Assembly of God.

EPAG exists to inspire people to follow Jesus.

Navigating the Tension of This Time

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0500

We all know this is an election year. People have many different perspectives in this season. As Jesus followers, we can (and should) engage in the election process of this free nation. However, we can not lose sight of the greater work - contending for the souls of mankind.

Matthew 28:18-20

TO BE CONTINUED... PT.11

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Acts 6:1-7

Church growth brings growing pains.........and the first century church was rapidly growing! In this passage, we learn the importance of many people being involved in Jesus' mission and ministry - every Jesus follower can serve someone else!

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TO BE CONTINUED... PT. 10

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 19:15:00 -0500

How could someone come to the place of rejoicing when suffering? How could someone be so courageous in the face of threats? In this message, Pastor Chris talks about the response of the first century Church to increasing opposition and persecution. Acts 5:17-42

TO BE CONTINUED... PT.9

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 20:30:00 -0500

Acts 4:32-5:11 NLT

Do you live with a reverence for God? Do you live by practicing honesty? Do you live to impress God more than to impress people? Join Pastor Chris as he continues to teach us from the example of the first century Church.

TO BE CONTINUED... PT.8

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 22:15:00 -0500

The first century Church provides many examples of how to live - in Christ-centered community, in prayer for courage and boldness to share the Word of God and personal testimonies, and in the power of the Holy Spirit. Join us in Acts 4!

TO BE CONTINUED... PT.7

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 09:15:00 -0500

Where are you with Jesus? Do you have a deep, ongoing relationship with Him? Is your allegiance to Him? Join us in Acts 4!

TO BE CONTINUED... PT.6

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0500

The Holy Spirit helps us to see and seize the opportunities around us every day. Are you expecting those opportunities? Join us in Acts 3!

TO BE CONTINUED... PT.5

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 19:00:00 -0500

The Holy Spirit works in so many ways in the life of a Jesus follower. The power of God changes lives. The Holy Spirit also helps us to see the people and needs around us. People need what only God can do!

STORMS

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Storms are a part of life. Sometimes, it can even seem that it’s one storm after another. Jesus is not shaken by the storms we face. Jesus is with us in the storms.

TO BE CONTINUED... PT.4

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0500

It’s time for the Church to wake up, grow up, look up, and lift up. To live a life of love and devotion to God, to grow to maturity in Christ, evidenced by love and service, to look up at what’s / WHO is around us, and to lift people up from where they are to Jesus.

TO BE CONTINUED... PT.3

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0500

The mission of God was so much bigger than they could imagine — and it all started on the Day of Pentecost.

TO BE CONTINUED... PT.2

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0500

God can do powerful work when we give Him time and space in our lives.

DEAR CLASS OF 2024

Sun, 26 May 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Youth Pastor Cynthia Ortega gives a positive, encouraging message to our outgoing High School Seniors, that is applicable to all ages!

TO BE CONTINUED... PT.1

Sun, 19 May 2024 09:00:00 -0500

The book of Acts has an open ending. There’s no “and they all lived happily ever after". The book of Acts is not just an account of history. We have the book of Acts to inspire a continuation of Jesus’ mission and ministry in our lives today!

MAKE AN IMPACT

Sun, 12 May 2024 09:00:00 -0500

God has called us to make an impact in our world. We are called to seek and save the lost. We are called to make a difference. Guest speaker Amber Cleveland.

[UN]COMFORTABLE - PT.4

Sun, 05 May 2024 09:00:00 -0500

In this series, we have discussed knowing that there will be troubles, tests of our faith, opposition, persecution... plenty of potential for discomfort. With all the bad news, let's wrap up this conversation together with some good news... God is still God!

[UN]COMFORTABLE - PT.3

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0500

We’re reminded that troubles are a reality. We shouldn’t fear suffering for Christ.

[UN]COMFORTABLE - PT.2

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0500

We shouldn’t be surprised by the craziness we see happening on this earth, Jesus said this would be the case. Our tendency is to have fear and anxiety. Our hope lies in Jesus, not in the world. Let the discomfort of the world point us to the Comforter of our hearts and minds.

[UN]COMFORTABLE - PT.1

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0500

We like comfort. We crave comfort. BUT... what if comfort is not always best for us? The goal in this multi-week conversation is to help you grow more comfortable with being uncomfortable.

REVIVAL OF FIRST LOVE

Sun, 07 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0500

How do we recognize if we have forsaken our first love and what can we do about it??

WHY WOULD ANYONE FOLLOW JESUS?

Sun, 31 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0500

In a world full of gods, gurus, and good people… why would anyone choose to follow Jesus?

THE ROOT OUT OF DRY GROUND - RANDY RUIZ

Sun, 24 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Guest Speaker Randy Ruiz at our Palm Sunday Services.

WON'T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR - PT.4

Sun, 17 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0500

We must be very attentive to the reality that our lives speak volumes to the people around us. The goal is to bring people closer to Jesus, not to push them further away. So, how do we love strangers, co-workers and our neighbors?

WON'T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR - PT.3

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0500

In what practical ways can we show love towards one another, and ultimately be the neighborhood for people that represents Jesus well, and inspire others to follow Him?

WON'T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR - PT.2

Sun, 03 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0500

What does it truly mean to "love your neighbor as yourself"? Pastor Chris dives into that and more in the second week of this series.

WON'T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR - PT.1

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500

What does it mean to truly love our neighbors? Matthew 5:43-44 says, “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you…”

NEXTGEN - PT.5

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Guest Speakers Josiah & Micah Kennealy from YoungAdults.today, help us wrap up our series on the importance of the next generations.

NEXTGEN - PT.4

Sun, 11 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500

In football, if you fumble the handoff, the results can be detrimental to the team. The same is true regarding our children and faith. We need to make sure the passing of Jesus, faith and truth to the next generations is a clean and precise handoff.

NEXTGEN - PT.3

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500

We cannot overemphasize the impact of Godly parents. As parents, we won’t be perfect but we can be intentional. We need to be committed to verbal communication and visible demonstration.

NEXTGEN - PT.2

Sun, 28 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500

So much of who we are today is connected to our past and our parents. We cannot overemphasize the impact of Godly parents.

NEXTGEN - PT.1

Sun, 21 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500

We must reach the next generations because they are the present and future of the Church.

CHI ALPHA - BRENT SILKEY

Sun, 14 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Chi Alpha guest speaker Brent Silkey shares about their mission and desire to reach college students across the country.

JUST KEEP RUNNING: PERSEVERANCE

Sun, 07 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500

“Let us run, with perseverance, the race marked out for us”. Don’t give up - don’t give in - don’t give out. Keep running - keep going - keep pressing on

3 KEYS TO A SUCCESSFUL 2024

Sun, 31 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500

2024 is here and Guest Speaker Phil Mayo gives us some practical steps to have a successful year.

CHRISTMAS EVE 2023

Sun, 24 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Christmas Eve Service @ EPAG 2023

CHRISTMAS: THE GIFT YOU REALLY NEED

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Too many people in our world have nothing to live for, no sight of a different day, and no anticipation for what is to come. God’s love has made a way for your life to be different... JESUS!

CHRISTMAS: PERFECT TIMING

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Galatians 4 speaks of the fullness of time - the right time, the perfect timing - when God sent His Son Jesus to the world. It tells us that God’s plan was at work from the very beginning, not haphazardly or accidental and that God’s work is always intentional.

TRANSFORMATION

Sun, 03 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500

The beauty of relationship with God - begins, continues with transformation

COME TO THE TABLE: PT.3

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0500

God desires us all to be a part of His Family.

COME TO THE TABLE: PT.2

Sun, 12 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0500

God desires a full house, a full table. As long as we’re on earth, and as long as we have opportunity - we must respond and inspire others to follow Jesus, to help bring people to the table.

COME TO THE TABLE: PT.1

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0500

God desires a full house and doesn’t want anyone separated from Him for eternity.All people are welcome at His table. Every person has the opportunity to respond to the invitation from God.

DREAM BIG - PT.5 - SERVE

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0500

SERVE: We make a difference by focusing on others. We desire to see lives changed by intentionally serving others. At EPAG, we represent Jesus by offering help and hope.

DREAM BIG - PT.4 - CONNECT

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0500

CONNECT: We are better by doing life together. We are created to live in community. At EPAG, we connect with others through groups, teams, and life events.

DREAM BIG - PT.3 - FOLLOW

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0500

FOLLOW: Life is built on daily relationship with Jesus. We commit to developing lifelong followers of Jesus. At EPAG, we provide opportunities for growth at every stage on the journey. We don’t just want people to know about Jesus.

DREAM BIG - PT.2 - EXPLORE

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0500

How do we inspire people to follow Jesus? We must give people opportunities to EXPLORE faith, Jesus, and Christianity. We must understand the starting point is different for everyone. We must understand the skepticism is probably higher than ever before. We must remember that Jesus and the Bible are more than big enough to withstand the doubts or questions of people.

DREAM BIG - PT.1

Sun, 01 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Pastor Chris Cleveland starts this series off by sharing the hopes and dreams we have, through Jesus, for the future of EPAG. Encouraging us to Dream Big and to unleash our potential as a church.

LIVING FOR ETERNITY

Sun, 24 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Eternity will come for all of us, at any time... In light of that thought, how should we live this life? We should be dwelling, abiding, remaining in and be following Jesus. We should always be seeking godly wisdom to do the Lord’s work in our individual lives.

THIS MEANS WAR - PT.6

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Ephesians 4:2-3 NIV — “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.”

THIS MEAN WAR - PT.5

Sun, 10 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Armor of God = Defense + Offense, all engaged in the truth of God. Defending what you know is already true and combating the lies against the enemy. What practical way can we increase the role of the Word of God in your life?

THIS MEAN WAR - PT.4

Sun, 03 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Much of the battle with the enemy takes place in the mind. God wants to equip us to stand firm and to fight against these. We win this battle by being anchored to the Truth of God.

THIS MEAN WAR - PT.3

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0500

We have a real enemy leading an organized attack against God’s plans and God’s people. We are not strong enough to defeat the enemy on our own. Jesus is the only source for victory in our lives. We must depend on God’s strength to win our battles against the enemy.

THIS MEAN WAR - PT.2

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0500

We have a real enemy leading an organized attack against God’s plans and God’s people. How do we see this play out in our world today?

THIS MEAN WAR - PT.1

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0500

While the Bible doesn’t give every detail about the spiritual world, the Bible does instruct us to be aware of the spiritual war. Everyone is a part of this war in some way, realized or not. Our role as Jesus followers is to be aware, and to respond by the instruction God has given us.

FREEDOM FROM PEOPLE PLEASING

Sun, 06 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0500

It’s all about the “likes” – they are what manipulate algorithms, attract advertisers and for many provide a feeling of self-worth. People's opinions matter to us. BUT whether we’re a people-pleaser personality or not, all of us need to be reminded that God’s opinion of us is what matters. We need to live for the Audience of One, as Jesus did.

Speaker: Worship Pastor Nick Larson

GUEST SPEAKER: PHIL MAYO

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Join Our special Guest Phil Mayo as he shares on God's faithfullness.

FREEDOM - Pt.2

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0500

What is our role in helping people find freedom through Jesus?

FREEDOM - Pt.1

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0500

THERE IS FREEDOM IN JESUS... We’ve heard it all before, so we go on like we’re not hearing anything new. We hear of freedom, but we don’t realize our issues. We hear of freedom, but it’s someone else who needs it. We don’t want to acknowledge sin, struggle, heartache, hang-ups, worry, doubt, or fear. What would happen if we yield to God, and believe for the freedom He promised?

EMBRACING WEAKNESS

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Paul found great comfort in this truth – that in his weaknesses, God would be his strength. All of us would much rather experience God’s power working through our weaknesses than the alternative. Right?! So, let’s get practical with Worship Pastor - Nick Larson and ask, how can we experience more of God’s grace and strength in our lives?

NO PLAN B - Pt.4

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0500

How does hurry and lack of margin in our lives, impact our relationship with God and with others? Why are we compelled to always go, go, go? At what expense? What suffers? If we aren’t careful, our pace will limit our participation in the plan of God.

NO PLAN B - Pt.3

Sun, 25 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0500

You may not be called to be a missionary or pastor - but every Jesus follower is called to be a witness. But not on our own. We have the power of God — the same power that raised Jesus from the dead — the power of the One who created all of the universe. Let’s invite that power to be at work in our lives — and rather than sitting back, engage in being the Church of the living God reaching a dying world.

NO PLAN B - Pt.2

Sun, 18 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0500

When we talk about all the work that is to be done in our own part of the world for Jesus— it won’t be done by just the Pastors and leaders of the church. God’s work takes involvement from all of God’s people. Imagine the exponential increase in impact when all of the Church is involved in the work of the ministry!

NO PLAN B - PT.1

Sun, 11 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0500

The Church is the answer for the search in our world. The Church is the answer for love and compassion in the world. The Church is the answer for truth in the world. God has positioned us right here, right now. If not us...who?

RESCUE DAY

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0500

It is easy to think that issues like abortion, and human trafficking are far away problems, something that happens somewhere else... but unfortunately those problems exist right in our own small communities. What can we do? What are some ways we can get involved, support and pray for our community and the world regarding these issue?

We are called to speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves.... "Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those being crushed. Yes, speak up for the poor and helpless, and see that they get justice.” -Proverbs 31:8-9.

WHEN ALL I SEE IS EGYPT

Sun, 28 May 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Youth & Young Adult Pastor Cynthia Ortega brings encouragement those who are in EGYPT (metaphorically speaking). GOD SEES YOU and always keeps his promises!

Mother's Day - Hidden Figures

Sun, 14 May 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Encouragement, principles, and practical words for all the mother's on Mother's Day 2023..

WHY CHRISTIANITY? - PT.2

Sun, 07 May 2023 09:00:00 -0500

There are multiple opinions related to the existence of God. Let’s talk through a few reasons to believe in God and His existence.

WHY CHRISTIANITY? - PT.1

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Why do we believe that Christianity is the only way to God. Who was Jesus? Who is Jesus? How do we know HIs claims to be true? Is there a way to prove Jesus as the Son of God, and the Savior of humanity as a result? Let's take a look.

LOVE GOD/LOVE PEOPLE

Sun, 23 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Loving God & loving people is what being a FOLLOWER of Jesus is.

Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. ’This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.”

RESURRECTIONS - PT.2

Sun, 16 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Resurrection Realities. This resurrected life with Jesus now will lead to forever with Him to come. Because He lives, we will live.

RESURRECTIONS - PT.1

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Easter Sunday 2023 Message.

MIRACLES: The Gospel of John - Pt.5

Sun, 02 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Pastor Chris Cleveland continues the Miracles series.

MIRACLES: The Gospel of John - Pt.4

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Come to Jesus, and believe in Him to meet your needs. He’s still the same God. He is all-powerful. He can miraculously change your life.

MIRACLES: The Gospel of John - Pt.3

Sun, 19 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0500

God is so gracious and merciful that He gives us opportunities to grow in faith on this journey. While we prefer a life of ease, even hardships can provide the opportunity for our faith in Jesus to grow. Believing in Jesus changes everything.

MIRACLES: The Gospel of John - Pt.2

Sun, 12 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0500

If Jesus could do miracles that were known, visible, or experienced - He can be trusted to do a deep work in our hearts that may not be initially visible.

MIRACLES: The Gospel of John - Pt.1

Sun, 05 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Do miracles still happen? Why don’t we seem to see them as often? Perhaps, we are also surrounded by miracles all the time, and we don’t even realize it. Let's take a deeper dive into MIRACLES and the Gospel of John..

STILL GOD

Sun, 26 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0500

The mountains of life can seem impossible to climb. We don’t let our difficulties become bigger than our God. The journey may not be easy and there may be some steep climbs. But we believe our help comes from the Lord. Psalm 121:2 — “My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.”

LIFE HACKS - PT.5 - INFLUENCE

Sun, 19 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Influence is a powerful force. Let's look at this and ask ourselves... Are we inviting the right influences into your life and are we a Godly influence in the lives of others?

SUPER SUNDAY 2023

Sun, 12 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0500

If we really believe in who Jesus is and what He’s done. If we really believe what the Bible says about the future and eternity, then it’s time for us to be the active Church of Jesus. Let's strive to do more than go to a local church, just associate with other Jesus followers... Let's reach our world with the name of Jesus and the truth of the Gospel. Let's not wait on everyone else to do it. Let's not sit back and watch people roll into eternity unprepared.

LIFE HACKS MINI SERIES - DOLLARS & SENSE PT.2

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0500

As Jesus followers, this is our most important question: How can we honor God in how we live? The Bible has quite a bit to say about how we handle our resources. Let's focus specifically on how we use or spend our resources. We have to pay the bills, and we have to take care of our families. But what if the first thing we should do with our income is neither of those things.

LIFE HACKS MINI SERIES - DOLLARS & SENSE PT.1

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Money only does what we tell it to do - it doesn’t have a mind of its own. But money can solicit desires and decisions that aren’t the healthiest for our lives or spiritual lives. Let's take a look at how wisdom will allow us to control money, before it controls us.

LIFE HACKS - PT.2

Sun, 22 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Proverbs 3:5-8 The MSG — “Trust God from the bottom of your heart; don’t try to figure out everything on your own. Listen for God ’s voice in everything you do, everywhere you go; he’s the one who will keep you on track. Don’t assume that you know it all. Run to God ! Run from evil! Your body will glow with health, your very bones will vibrate with life!”

In this message we will talk about TRUST and how trusting in GOD is truly an amazing Life Hack!

LIFE HACKS - PT.1

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0500

People are searching for answers, even shortcuts - new ways, developments, or tools - to live “the best life.” But Jesus has already given us everything we need in His Word. Everything that really matters - the answers to life’s biggest questions - can be found in the wisdom of God’s Word.

THIS IS THE BIBLE: ENGAGE WITH IT - Pt.2

Sun, 08 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0500

What do we do with the Bible? What will we do with God’s very words to us? We have been given everything we need in His Word. We have the access - will we listen to and do what He said?

THIS IS THE BIBLE: ENGAGE WITH IT - Pt.1

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0500

Why is it so important for us to engage with the living word of God... The Bible. For Jesus followers, Bible engagement is a healthy habit / regular rhythm / daily discipline. We understand the need to hear from God, the benefits of knowing God, and the blessings of following His ways.

THE JOURNEY TO CHRISTMAS - Pt.4

Sat, 24 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0500

In the middle of all that happens, practice the pause and regularly reflect. These are moments of awareness and recognition. And these moments lead to humility, awe, and worship of the One who loves me so much. You don’t get this if you’re overly caught up in the hustle and bustle of any season in life. You experience the awe and wonder, and the presence of God, and the awareness of His goodness and faithfulness only when you pause in the moment, and as you regularly reflect on all God has done.

THE JOURNEY TO CHRISTMAS - Pt.3

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Jesus came the first time as Savior of the world. Jesus will come to earth again, this time as a Conquering King, to judge all the nations and peoples of the earth. We are the ones to help people get ready! Christmas made Calvary possible - the Cross made it possible to live with God forever.

THE JOURNEY TO CHRISTMAS - Pt.2

Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Throughout the pages and narrative of the Old Testament time, God pointed to His answer to do all of provide LIFE to humanity. The Journey to Christmas was the journey of bringing LIFE to all of humanity.

THE JOURNEY TO CHRISTMAS - Pt.1

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -0500

The Christmas Season is here again. Have we lost the true reason we celebrate? We can sing the songs without contemplating the words. We can hear someone read the Christmas narratives while multi-tasking, finalizing our shopping list on Amazon. We can sit in the services, and be thinking about what all needs to be done before everyone arrives. What if all the traditions, trees, lights, tasks and frills were gone? What if all we had this Christmas was the truth about Jesus? In this series, let's rediscover the significance of Christmas and recalibrate our hearts towards Jesus - the real reason for our celebration.

OUT OF EGYPT - Pt.4

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Do you grumble or are you grateful? This week in our Out Of Egypt series, we will focus on Gratefulness. Gratefulness reflects on the past, which generates thanks for what’s been done, and faith for what will be done. Looking back will remind us that God has been faithful.

OUT OF EGYPT - Pt.3

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0500

When we study the Exodus, we’re not just studying the exit of the Israelite people from Egypt. We’re studying the foreshadowing, the pointing to Jesus dying and providing our freedom known as salvation / rescue from sin. As we enter this Thanksgiving season, we should thank God for the sacrifice of Jesus, which led to our freedom from sin.

OUT OF EGYPT - Pt.2

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0500

As Jesus followers, we often live well below our potential and may not always see ourselves as we should - empowered representatives of Jesus. Rather, we can see ourselves as inadequate or unqualified, unable to serve in the way Jesus expressed with His words. Let’s lean into the conversation between God and Moses and find parallels for our lives today.

OUT OF EGYPT - Pt.1

Sun, 30 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0500

We all face hard times. These moments or seasons in life can be overwhelming, difficult to deal with, and even be lengthy or chronic. In the middle of these times of life, it’s important for us to remember the promises of God, who God is, His heart for us, and what He can do in our lives.

THE CHURCH - THE IMPORTANCE OF COMMITMENT

Sun, 23 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0500

As we finish up "THE CHURCH" series, we look at some warnings, encouragement and reasons why being committed to Jesus is so important.

THE CHURCH - THE IMPORTANCE OF THE PRESENT

Sun, 16 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Our commitments today impact our personal futures, as well as the futures of our kids, and the future of the Church in America. What can we do to make sure that the future is positively impacted by the Church (us).

THE CHURCH - THE IMPORTANCE OF PARTNERSHIP

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0500

The Church is much more than being a part of a religion. The Church is the living organism through which God does His work on the earth. Reaching people with the Gospel is a main priority of the Church. Partnership is how we best achieve that priority. Partnership is obedience to God. Partnership is support to our brothers and sisters. Partnership is reaching more with the Gospel. Faith Promise Sunday.

THE CHURCH: THE IMPORTANCE OF SERVING... "OUTSIDE THE 4 WALLS"

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0500

We don’t cease to be The Church for 6 days and 23 hours a week. Ministry is not just what happens on a Sunday, Wednesday, in a special group, on a team, during an event, or from a platform. The Church is to be active - but not just in gathering together. We are Christ representatives to this world and God’s desire is for ministry to flow through us every day!

HOLY SPIRIT WEEKEND - SUNDAY PM

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 18:00:00 -0500

God never intended for us to have an arms-length or mystical understanding of His Holy Spirit. In fact, Jesus promised that the Holy Spirit would simply “take what is mine and reveal it to you” (John 16:15).

This event is meant to help us understand, experience and practice the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives... To enable us to be powerful witnesses (Acts 1:8) and become stronger in our faith in Jesus (John 14,16).

HOLY SPIRIT WEEKEND - SUNDAY AM

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0500

HOLY SPIRIT WEEKEND - SATURDAY PM

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0500

HOLY SPIRIT WEEKEND - FRIDAY PM

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0500

THE CHURCH: THE IMPORTANCE OF SERVING

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0500

When we talk about serving God and serving others through the local church and in our lives, we’re really focused on one main question: Are we contributors to God’s work or consumers of God’s work?

THE CHURCH: THE IMPORTANCE OF COMMUNITY

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Oftentimes, when people hear the word, “church,” they think of a building with a Cross or a steeple. Or, they think of “going to church,” attending a local church campus. The Church is much more than a place. The Church is people - Jesus followers. This week, let's look at the importance of community in our lives what it looks like regarding the church. .

GRACE & TRUTH - Pt. 8

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0500

As we wrap up our Grace & Truth series, we will look at two groups of people... Jesus followers who are in danger of turning away from Jesus and nominal Christians. How does this happen? How can people be so easily deceived? How can a person move from following Jesus to abandoning Him? Then, we will look how we can inspire people to follow Jesus, and not turn away?

GRACE & TRUTH - Pt. 7

Sun, 21 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0500

It is important that we have the right perspective when it comes to those who are not believers in Jesus. We should make sure that we understand that EVERYONE MATTERS TO GOD no matter their circumstance or what issues they have. We should also make sure we are ready and equipped to reach out and invest in them.

This week Pastor Chris will guide us through some practical steps to make sure we are ready to navigate the different people groups we encounter… People who are not Jesus followers (non-believers) and people who have made the new decision to follow Jesus.

GRACE & TRUTH - Pt.6

Sun, 14 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Pastor Chris continues our series on Grace and Truth. This week he will point us to truth, our response to truth, and define some different groups of people.

GRACE & TRUTH - Pt.5

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Like Jesus, we want to embrace with grace that leads to truth. Like Jesus, we want to seize opportunities to speak the truth.

When opportunities present themselves, we want to be ready to share the truth people need to hear. Jesus took opportunity that was before Him in John 8. An intended trap of the Pharisees turned into a moment of encounter with Jesus.

Pastor Chris explores that in Part 5 of our Grace & Truth Series.

GRACE & TRUTH - Pt.4

Sun, 31 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Can we meet people with the grace that leads to opportunities for truth? Can truth seekers come and explore? Can the lost, the prodigals come home? Pastor Christ Cleveland continues our series on Grace & Truth.

GRACE & TRUTH - Pt.3

Sun, 24 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Special guest, Bill Tibbetts, shares his journey with Jesus and how empathy & wisdom connect to grace & truth, and the application of Luke 15.

GRACE & TRUTH - Pt.2

Sun, 17 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Jesus was full of grace and truth (John 1:14). Christ followers live in the tension of grace and truth, and seem to often live one end of the spectrum or the other. Truth without grace is mean; grace without truth is meaningless. How can we live in the balance of grace and truth?

GRACE & TRUTH - Pt. 1

Sun, 10 Jul 2022 12:30:00 -0500

BE KIND - Pt.4

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Pastor Chris continues the BE KIND Series.

BE KIND - Pt.3

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Pastor Chris continues the BE KIND Series.

BE KIND - Pt.2

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Pastor Chris continues our BE KIND Series.

BE KIND - Pt.1

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Pastor Chris starts a new series on KINDNESS.