Messages

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.

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Why does joy feel so hard to hold onto when life feels heavy? In week three of Christmas in Our Hearts, we’ll revisit the story of the shepherds—everyday people who found lasting joy when they heard that a Savior had come. Their story reminds us that true joy begins with experiencing God’s forgiveness and grows as we share that good news with others. This Christmas, discover the strength of joy that doesn’t depend on circumstances but on the presence of Jesus.

Why does peace feel so out of reach—even when things seem okay on the surface? In week two of Christmas in Us, we’ll hear the story of Joseph, who found peace not in perfect circumstances, but in trusting that God was doing something bigger. His story reveals the secret to lasting peace: letting Jesus rule our hearts, even when life feels uncertain. This Christmas, discover how peace can begin with one relationship—your relationship with Him.

In a world full of disappointment and uncertainty, is it still possible to have real hope? In the first week of our series Christmas in Us, we’ll look at the surprising moment when a young woman named Mary was told by an angel that God’s presence would live within her. Her story reveals the secret of Christmas: even when life feels hopeless, God is working in us and through us.

Christians are sometimes seen as dour and gloomy as we attempt to live righteously. But Jesus was known as connectable and personable. How can we grow the same quality of truly enjoying life? What impact would it have on the people around us if we approached the world and relationships with positivity and thankfulness? This week we’ll explore what it would look like to enjoy life the way Jesus did and prep to practice joy over the Thanksgiving holiday.

In our image-centric culture, it’s often easier to be concerned about how we look than who we really are on the inside. But the further our image of ourselves is away from reality, the more disconnect from real relationships we’ll experience. This week in our You 2.0 series, we’ll explore how the challenging task of being self-reflective can open us back up to the growth and vision God has for our lives – and the huge benefits self-awareness can have in our relationship.

When people think of Christians, they sometimes picture us as cranky, pious, or stuck in our ways. But that’s nothing like Jesus. So how do we break through those misconceptions and genuinely connect with the people in our lives?

In this series, we’ll discover three underrated character traits that can reshape how we live and love. Growing in these qualities will draw us closer to God’s presence, deepen our relationships, and help us reflect his love more clearly to the world around us.

What if God’s love wasn’t meant to stay the same? So many of us treat love like a one-time truth or an obligation to uphold. As we finish our BeLoved series, we’ll see how Jesus’ closest disciple John, envisioned God’s love as dynamic—growing in us as we grow in Him. We be reminded that a vibrant faith is one where Jesus keeps deepening, stretching, and transforming our lives.

What does it really mean to live as someone deeply loved by God? Many of us try to build our lives on identities that are constantly shifting. As we continue exploring a powerful spiritual letter from Jesus’ beloved disciple John, we’ll be invited to root our identity in being God’s children—so that His love can shape how we see ourselves and how we love others.

What if the very things we try to hide are the ones God most wants to heal? We all carry parts of ourselves we’d rather keep in the dark, but real transformation begins when we step into the light. This week in our BeLoved series, we’ll be invited to experience the freedom, forgiveness, and clarity that come when we stop pretending and start walking in truth Jesus provides!

What if your faith could be more than just a feeling—real, grounded, and lasting? Many of us wrestle with doubt, especially when faith feels invisible or unclear. As we begin our BeLoved series, we’ll see how Jesus’ closest disciple, John, discovered a faith in Jesus that was both deeply emotional and historically anchored. We’ll be challenged to make that kind of faith our own.

As we’ve started the Fall, we’ve been exploring the many ways that we’ll pursue God together this year at Journey of Faith: through our services, our commitment to personal spiritual growth, and through our focus on sharing God’s love with the community.  But what might this look like, practically, for our church?  What changes or initiatives can we work on together that will help us pursue God’s plans for our church?  This week we’ll look forward at the year ahead and discover ways that we can follow God deeper into his vision for us. 

There is a deep well of spiritual connection that is available to us, but we often overlook the chance to spend personal time with God.  How could dedicated time that we share only between us and God shape the rest of our daily lives?  What could our lives be like if we had a more intimate and vital personal relationship with God?  This week we’ll explore several important ways that we can experience God beyond Sunday mornings, learning how to feel and rely more on the presence of God in our lives. 

For many of us, the first thing that comes to mind when we think of “church” is our Sunday morning gatherings for worship and a message. But real spiritual growth can’t possibly be contained to one hour a week! Instead, God has a plan for our lives and spiritual growth that can be refreshing to every hour of our week.