Why do good people so often look the other way? In this episode, Pastor Mark explores the deeper message of the Good Samaritan—not just about helping others, but about feeling with them. In a culture that trains us to avoid pain and disconnect from suffering, Jesus calls his followers to practice active empathy.

You’ll learn how apathy takes root, how empathy opens our hearts, and how compassion shapes us into the image of Christ. This message challenges us to move beyond emotional self-protection and rediscover a faith that feels, stays, and loves—even when it’s uncomfortable.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by suffering or tempted to shut down, this sermon is a powerful reminder of what it means to follow Jesus with an open heart.

The Parable of the Shrewd Manager – What Was Jesus Thinking?

At first glance, Luke 16:1–13 is one of Jesus’ most confusing parables. A dishonest manager gets fired, cuts deals behind his boss’s back, and is praised for it. Then Jesus says, “Be like that guy.” What does this mean?

In this sermon, Pastor Mark explores how Jesus isn’t celebrating dishonesty but calling his followers to be wise, strategic, and generous. In a world driven by wealth, disciples are called to be spiritually savvy—using what we have to invest in what matters most.

Learn how faithful stewardship, intentional living, and bold generosity can reflect God’s kingdom in a world that often gets it wrong.

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Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds
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What do you feel when you hear the word evangelism? For many of us, it brings up awkward memories—bullhorn preachers, high-pressure pitches, or messages more rooted in fear than love. But in Luke 15, Jesus shows us a different way. Through the parables of the lost sheep and lost coin, he reminds us that sharing our faith isn’t about coercion or performance—it’s about love, presence, and celebration.

In this episode, Pastor Mark explores three faithful and life-giving ways to share your faith:
• Lifestyle Evangelism – letting your actions preach before your words do
• Relational Evangelism – sharing hope through authentic friendships
• Invitational Evangelism – offering a simple “Come and see”

Whether you’ve been nervous about sharing your faith or have felt burned by others who have done it poorly, this message will help you rediscover the joy of participating in God’s mission—and remind you that when one person turns toward grace, heaven throws a party.

What does it really mean to follow Jesus? In this episode, Pastor Mark launches a new series called What Christians Do by addressing the trap of Christian nominalism, a faith that costs nothing and changes nothing. Drawing from Luke 14 and the teachings of John Wesley and Dietrich Bonhoeffer, this message challenges believers to count the cost of discipleship and to embrace a faith that doesn’t just inform our beliefs—but transforms our lives.

Discover how Jesus’ call to “come and die” isn’t a call to burden, but an invitation to a deeper, fuller life rooted in love, sacrifice, and joy.

Whether you’re exploring Christianity or longing to grow deeper in your walk with God, this message invites you to go all in.

In this Trinity Sunday and Father’s Day message, Pastor Mark explores how truth isn’t just something we learn—it’s someone we follow. Rooted in John 16:12–15, this sermon invites us to embrace humility, community, and truth as essential parts of the Christian journey. You’ll hear a powerful story about healing through slow truth-telling, unpack the mystery of the Trinity, and learn why intellectual humility and deep Christian community are crucial in a world obsessed with certainty and self-reliance.

Whether you’re seeking direction, healing from your past, or simply trying to grow in your walk with Christ, this message offers a Spirit-led roadmap for following Jesus—one step at a time.

Key Themes:
– Why the truth sometimes comes in stages
– How the Holy Spirit guides us into deeper understanding
– The danger of certainty disguised as faith
– Why we can’t grow in truth alone
– A special word of encouragement for fathers and men of faith

Ready to say yes to the journey of truth? Press play and take the next step.

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In a world filled with anxiety, fear, and nonstop bad news, many of us are tempted to cope through “doom spending”—buying things we don’t need just to feel something solid in an uncertain world.

But on Pentecost, God gave us something far more powerful than retail therapy: the gift of the Holy Spirit.

In this message, Pastor Mark Reynolds explores how the Spirit meets us in our fear, leads us with peace, and anchors us in a future filled with purpose—not panic. Through Scripture, stories, and practical insight, you’ll be reminded that:

• You are not alone in your struggles.
  
  
• You are a child of God and an heir with Christ.
  
  
• The Spirit is still being poured out—right here, right now.
  
  
• And in God’s family, no one is forgotten or left behind.
  
  

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or simply need encouragement, this sermon will help you trade fear for faith and discover God's unshakable hope.

📖 Scripture: Acts 2:1–21; Romans 8

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In this Ascension Sunday message, From Ascension to Activation, Pastor Mark explores how Jesus’ departure wasn’t the end—it was a launch. Using the metaphor of a SpaceX rocket, we reflect on how Christ’s ascension prepares us for Spirit-filled mission on Earth. Jesus opens our mind to understand scripture and promises power in the Holy Spirit so that we can continue the work of Jesus in our everyday lives. Join us as we shift from staring at the sky to serving here on the ground.

What happens when we die? And what does heaven really look like? In this powerful Memorial Day weekend message, we explore the astonishing story of Casey Cleveland—a worship leader who suffered a massive stroke and experienced a profound peace on the brink of death. His near-death testimony offers a glimpse of something greater… but Scripture tells us there’s even more.

Drawing from Revelation 21, this sermon challenges popular ideas about heaven and paints a more hopeful, grounded picture: not of escape, but of renewal. A holy city. A world made whole. God’s presence with us, forever.

If you’ve ever wondered about life after death—or struggled to find meaning in the here and now—this message will bring comfort, clarity, and hope.

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