Episodes
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Pastor Vann's sermon on Pentecost emphasizes the Holy Spirit's empowering impact on the early Church, enabling them to spread the Gospel. He dispels misconceptions of God as angry, stressing His desire for a personal relationship with each individual. Vann draws parallels between creation and Pentecost, urging listeners to deepen their connection with God through prayer and thoughtful practices. The sermon ends with a call for the congregation to actively engage in God's work of love and compassion, empowered by the Holy Spirit.
Sunday May 12, 2024
The Fullness (Pastor Vann Trapp)
Sunday May 12, 2024
Sunday May 12, 2024
"The Fullness" sermon discusses spiritual gifts as expressions of the Holy Spirit and God's grace within individuals, urging the congregation to discover and use their gifts in the church community for the fullness of Jesus. Pastor Vann emphasizes the importance of ongoing growth and refinement of these gifts, highlighting that they reflect the character of Jesus. The sermon concludes with the reminder that the church is called to be the fullness of Jesus who fills all things, quoting Ephesians 1:22-23.
Sunday May 05, 2024
Shorting Ourselves (Pastor Vann Trapp)
Sunday May 05, 2024
Sunday May 05, 2024
Pastor Vann's sermon "Shorting Ourselves" explores spiritual gifts in the body of Christ, drawing parallels to DNA diversity. Using 1 Corinthians 12:14-25, he emphasizes the value of all members and their unique roles. He stresses the importance of recognizing and utilizing one's gifts for the unity of believers. By discussing spiritual gifts through a metaphor of the Old Testament tabernacle, he urges listeners to embrace their gifts and actively engage in the community for God's glory.
Sunday Apr 28, 2024
In the Beginning (Pastor Vann Trapp)
Sunday Apr 28, 2024
Sunday Apr 28, 2024
The sermon "In the Beginning" by Pastor Vann highlights God's invitation from creation to a new life. It mentions biblical references to "in the beginning" in Genesis, John, and 1 John. Pastor Vann discusses God's love, our choice to stray, and God's invitation back into His fullness. The sermon emphasizes the importance of making God the center of our lives for true connection and fulfillment.
Sunday Apr 21, 2024
Places Everyone (Pastor Vann Trapp)
Sunday Apr 21, 2024
Sunday Apr 21, 2024
The greatest and best influence on humankind over the course of our history has been, without a doubt, Jesus Christ. The way He rebuked injustice. The way He modeled kindness. The way He invited us into relationship with Him. What would be better than to see that influence continue to impact our lives and the structures of our world? That is the primary goal of the Holy Spirit; continue the work of Jesus… through us. So, if we want to understand the purpose of the gifts that the Spirit has given, we simply need to look at the purpose of the life of Jesus.
Sunday Apr 14, 2024
Moments and Movements, Seasons and Streams (Pastor Vann Trapp)
Sunday Apr 14, 2024
Sunday Apr 14, 2024
What does it mean to be gifted by the Spirit of God? Does it change situation by situation? Or is it always the effect in the same way? Are we limited to one or two expressions of grace and the Spirit working in and through us? And can we grow in our how effective we are in using the gift God has given us? All good questions. All things we need to understand as we learn to walk with the Spirit in the transforming power of Jesus that He works through us. But that is the most important thing we need to remember: these gifts are not about us; they’re about Jesus.
Sunday Apr 07, 2024
Many Gifts, Many Lists (Pastor Vann Trapp)
Sunday Apr 07, 2024
Sunday Apr 07, 2024
We can think of God’s gifts to us in many ways. He gave us this world of beauty to live in and enjoy. He gave us our abilities and personalities when He formed us in our mother’s womb. He gave us Jesus to pay a debt we couldn’t pay and reconcile us to Himself. He gave us His Holy Spirit to empower us to live a holy life. But the Bible also tells us that God has gifted each of us with a unique expression of His grace in this world. People call them ministries or spiritual gifts, but the Bible calls them “charismata,” bits of grace. And when we come together as God’s people and gather all these bits of grace together in one place, people can begin to see the full picture of who God is. They begin to see Jesus in us together. That’s the multifaceted grace of God.
Sunday Mar 31, 2024
A Hope Revealed (Pastor Vann Trapp)
Sunday Mar 31, 2024
Sunday Mar 31, 2024
Pastor Vann's sermon "Hope Revealed" focuses on the transformative power of encountering the resurrection of Jesus, comparing it to blowing our minds with new discoveries that challenge our worldview. The disciples' struggle to comprehend Jesus' resurrection highlights the profound impact of this event in reshaping their lives. Jesus' resurrection sets him apart and proves the validity of his teachings, offering hope in the face of life's hardships. The sermon concludes with a call to celebrate new life in Christ through baptism and encourages believers to support one another in embracing the truth of Jesus' resurrection.
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
A Hope Obscured (Pastor Vann Trapp)
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
Sometimes, we just need a distraction. Our situation is overwhelming, or the challenges are relentless, and we just need a break. But in taking our eyes off the circumstances, are we also missing the work that God is doing in the midst of our struggle? Because He is there. And He is good. The story of Palm Sunday is not just about how to put on a good parade. It is a reminder to keep our eyes on our God at all times, good and bad, because He is where our hope is found.
Sunday Mar 17, 2024
What's In Your Name? (Pastor Cheryl Lavornia)
Sunday Mar 17, 2024
Sunday Mar 17, 2024
The sermon "What's in Your Name?" by Pastor Cheryl discusses the importance of names in shaping our identities. She uses the story of Abram and Sarai's name changes to demonstrate how God transforms and revitalizes individuals. Pastor Cheryl connects biblical instances of name changes to emphasize the impact of embracing new identities given by Jesus. The congregation is encouraged to release old labels, embrace new names, and live authentically in their identities with God's transformative power.