Messages

If your future self could talk to you today, what would they say? In this final week of our series Everything’s Meaningful, we’re invited to step back and consider the kind of life we’re building—and where it’s ultimately leading. We’ll explore what it means to live wisely and intentionally, not someday, but starting now. Tomorrow begins today, so we’ll look at what it takes to trust God’s direction as we move forward into whatever comes next. Together, discover how to step into the future with purpose, clarity, and a sense of calling.

What if the thing we try hardest to avoid thinking about could actually teach us how to live? Most of us push thoughts of death to the edges, preferring distraction over reflection, yet those quiet reminders have a way of surfacing anyway. Ecclesiastes invites us to face mortality honestly, not to discourage us, but to wake us up. Even Jesus, standing at a graveside, shows us that sorrow and hope can exist together in a powerful way. When we stop running from the reality of death, we may discover a deeper, more meaningful way to live right now.

What if the season you’re in right now—good or difficult—actually has a purpose? This week in our series Everything’s Meaningful, we’ll explore how like seasons in nature, different seasons in our lives aren’t random, but part of something meaningful. We’ll see how even the challenging parts of life can carry beauty and purpose we might not see at first. And we discover that we aren’t meant to go through any season alone. Together, we can find deeper meaning in whatever season we find ourselves.

What if the things you’re counting on to make life feel meaningful just aren’t working? This week we begin a series of messages explore Ecclesiastes, a book in the Old Testament written from the perspective of an aged king as he reflects on his past pursuits of knowledge, pleasure, work, success, and wealth—and why none of them ultimately satisfied him.

We’ll explore the tension between our deep desire for purpose and the limits of what life “under the sun” can deliver. Along the way, we’ll see how this ancient perspective still mirrors the modern pursuit of fulfillment in our careers, relationships, and ambitions. And discover how a bigger story reframes everything we’re chasing.

Who has shaped your faith more than you realize? This week, as we conclude our series The Road, we’ll see how the first-century missionary Paul ends his letter to the Romans by highlighting the friendships that carried both him and the message of Jesus forward. We’ll be reminded that following Jesus was never meant to be a solo journey, but a shared road marked by encouragement and partnership. Together, we’ll be invited to live with grateful hearts—honoring those who’ve helped shape our faith and staying open to sharing our story with others along the way.

What does it really look like to live a life of love with people who aren’t just like us? This week in our series The Road, we’ll explore God’s vision for Christian community—a place where everyone is valued, even when we don’t all think, act, or grow at the same pace. Drawing from the wisdom of Romans, we’ll discover how love calls us to show up with humility, patience, and grace, learning how to honor one another while remaining faithful to God.

How can we stay hopeful when the world feels like it’s tearing itself apart? This week in our series The Road, we’ll look at wisdom given to the first-century church in Rome—a Christian community divided by culture, ethnicity, and religious tradition. We’ll see how trusting God’s good plans for the future helps us navigate the present with love, honor, and respect, even toward those we don’t understand or agree with.

What if freedom isn’t trying harder, but belonging differently? This week, in our series called The Road, we’ll explore how Jesus offers a kind of freedom that goes deeper than behavior change—freedom rooted in a new identity and a new way of living. If you’ve ever felt stuck in patterns you don’t even want, or wondered why growth can feel like groaning, you’re not alone. This message is for anyone tired of the scoreboard, ready to breathe again, and hungry for a life shaped by grace rather than striving. Come expecting both relief and an honest, hopeful vision of what it looks like to live free.

Ever feel like life has turned into a scoreboard, always trying to prove you’re good enough, strong enough, or “doing it right”? This week in our series The Road, we’ll see that God’s plan for a life of faith is less about earning and more about trusting. Many of us have inherited old stories that say love and approval have to be performed for, but God offers a better story. When faith, not works, becomes the fuel, it leads to a fuller kind of life and the strength to walk with others through hard roads.

Ever feel like the world is one big road jam—everyone blaming everyone else, but nothing really changes? This week we begin a series called The Road, a journey through an ancient Christian letter written to a diverse community of people from different backgrounds who shared humanity’s core problem: a kind of inner breakdown that bends us away from God and each other. The good news is that we’re not left stranded on the shoulder. God offers kindness, forgiveness, and a fresh start on our journey of faith!

Easter is more than just a holiday. It’s the foundation of our faith. It’s the day we celebrate that Jesus didn’t stay in the grave, but rose again, bringing forgiveness, freedom, and new life to all of us. No matter where you’re coming from or what your story looks like, this weekend is an invitation to experience hope, be reminded that you are deeply loved, and step into the life God has for you!

What if your faith was meant to be fueled by delight, not driven by duty?  This week, as we finish our series on Palm Sunday, we’ll explore the ancient rhythm of celebration. We’ll see how celebration is both a response to God’s goodness and an anticipation of what He is still doing. And we’ll be invited to see that our greatest joy can be found in placing our trust in Jesus above all else.

What if the key to deeper faith isn’t getting more, but giving more away? In a world shaped by scarcity, fear, and self-protection, generosity can feel risky and even countercultural. This week, we’ll explore the ancient rhythm of sharing. We’ll see how sharing our story, our spaces, and our resources opens us to deeper connection with God and with one another. Along the way, we’ll be challenged and inspired to reimagine what a truly open-handed life can look like.

What if your hunger could do more than make you crave food? What if it could actually draw you closer to God? This week we’re exploring the ancient spiritual practice of fasting. As we step back from the things that usually satisfy us, we create space to notice God’s presence and grow in compassion for others. Fasting isn’t about deprivation or religious performance. It’s about reordering our hearts and learning to desire what God desires.

Why do we keep pushing ourselves past our limits when God designed us to live with rhythms of rest? In a culture that never slows down, it is easy to treat exhaustion as normal, even spiritual, without realizing how much it pulls us away from the life God wants for us. This week we will explore the ancient practice of Sabbath rest. We will look at how Jesus lived with rest, how he invites us into it, and how that kind of rest can renew us and bless the people around us.

Why does it feel so hard to be fully present? In a world that constantly scatters our attention, many of us move through our days distracted, disconnected, and spiritually depleted. But the life of Jesus shows us a different way. This week, we’ll well learn about the ancient rhythms of practicing God’s presence and prayer. We’ll see Jesus’ example or prayerful awareness invites us to greater prayerful presence in our everyday lives.

Are you living on autopilot, shaped more by the rhythms around you than the ones you choose? In a world where most habits are set for us, we often end up shaped by patterns that drain us rather than give life. This week, we’ll explore the ancient rhythm of living by Scripture. We’ll see how God’s Word brings the stability, clarity, and nourishment our souls need. And we’ll discover how inviting Jesus into even one disordered area can open the way to healthier, life-giving rhythms.

Where is God in your spiritual life, and how do you know if you’re actually growing? We all want a faith that’s real and moving forward, but it’s easy to let our identity be shaped by busyness, success, or what others think instead of who God says we are. This week as we wrap up the Milestones series, we’ll discover how anchoring our identity in God and living out our purpose leads to steady, lifelong spiritual growth.

Why do some relationships feel life-giving while others leave us drained? We all want meaningful connection, yet we often fall into patterns that keep our relationships from growing in healthy ways. In this message, we’ll see how Jesus models both mutual care and healthy boundaries, showing us a better way to relate to one another. We’ll learn how small, intentional steps can strengthen our connections—not only for our own well-being, but in ways that shape our kids and the next generation toward healthier relationships as well.

Many of us—and our kids—experience emotional highs and lows that can leave us overwhelmed, reactive, or unsure how to respond. In the first message of our new series, Milestones, we’ll see how Jesus meets us right in the heart of our emotions. We’ll learn how he can reshape our perspective, help us navigate hard moments with patience and clarity, and strengthen us to face challenges rather than run from them. Together, we’ll discover that emotional health isn’t about perfection—it’s about learning to walk with Jesus, one step at a time.

What if God doesn’t remove your fears but meets you in the middle of them? In this last message in our UNAFRAID series, we’ll look at how Jesus wrestled with deep anguish in the Garden of Gethsemane and how he found strength through honest prayer and a desire for close friends. We’ll learn that God welcomes our real emotions and rather than waiting for fear to disappear, we can step forward with God’s help and the support of others.

What if the very truth we avoid is the truth that could set us free? This week we’ll look at a famous speech by Jesus where he boldly confronted hypocrisy—not to shame people, but to invite them into a deeper, more authentic life with God. We’ll learn that when we welcome His loving redirection, we find the courage to live with humility and integrity. Instead of hiding from the truth, we can embrace it and experience the freedom God offers.

Have you ever feared that your mistakes have put you beyond God’s reach? This week we’ll look at the biblical story of a woman caught in failure and surrounded by judgment. And rather than condemning her, Jesus protects and forgives her. Her story reminds us that God’s love doesn’t erase the past but transforms it into a foundation for new life. Instead of fearing judgment, we can step boldly into the love that sets us free.

What if this year’s biggest challenges could actually shape you into the person God wants you to be?  This week we start a four-week series of messages called UNAFRAID. A new year often brings the desire for a fresh start—free from fear. Yet our world keeps handing us new reasons wot worry: political tensions, financial insecurity, fractured relationships, and personal struggles.

This Sunday at Journey of Faith is what we call Sabbath Sunday. It’s a special rhythm we practice once a year to intentionally pause, rest, and reset.

This gives our incredible volunteers and staff a well-deserved opportunity to rest and recharge as we prepare for everything God has ahead for us in 2026.
Whether you’re watching from your couch, gathered with family, or tuning in while traveling, we invite you to lean into a slower pace and create space for rest and reflection.