hen life feels like rubble and the past looks brighter than the present, how do we find the courage to start again? Ericka Graham invites us to look at the story of Haggai and how God called His people to rebuild the temple before they felt ready, to choose hope over cynicism, and to trust that His presence makes even small beginnings holy.

Pastor Sean invites us to step out of hiding, confess what has been concealed, and experience the God who welcomes us back with joy. Through the prophet Zephaniah, we hear a call to face the sin we would rather ignore, not to shame us but to draw us back to the One who loves us. God’s invitation is not just to acknowledge what is broken but to come home to His heart, where judgment gives way to mercy and He rejoices over His people with singing.

This week Pastor Chris continues in our series on the minor prophets called Disorienting Hope and he shares from a place few of us expected: the tiny Old Testament book of Obadiah. Though only 21 verses long, this prophetic word speaks directly into the brokenness of our modern world — where nationalism, tribalism, and indifference often drown out the call of compassion and Kingdom faithfulness.

In a week filled with tragedy and noise, we pause to ask a deeper question: Who are we becoming? The prophets remind us that God’s concern is not just with our actions, but with the kind of people we are being formed into. Hosea’s marriage to Gomer—a story of unfaithfulness met with relentless love—stands as a living parable of God’s covenant with His people. Though we often place our hope in politics, wealth, or personal success, God calls us back to Himself, offering restoration and a new identity. This message invites us to reflect: Is our life a demonstration of the world’s values, or of divine love? And if we continue on the path we’re walking today, what kind of person are we becoming for eternity?

Pastor Chris shares stories that remind us of the power of generosity, community, and faith in action. Pastor Chris invites us to consider how our gifts—whether small or great—can be used for miracles when we offer them to God first. He also introduces a bold new vision: transforming a vacant office building in southwest Houston into safe, affordable housing with wraparound services for families in need.

We weren’t made to do this alone. From the stars above us to the songs we sing together, God reminds us that gathering is not a performance but a spiritual practice. Ericka Graham invites us to reflect on why worship matters and how community brings light into our darkest places.

We live in an age of connection and yet, many of us feel more alone than ever. In this message, Pastor Sean shares stories of sending his daughters to college, reflections on his own freshman prayers for friendship, and practical steps for building the kind of community our souls crave. Whether you’re longing for deeper friendships, curious about why relationships matter so much, or looking for encouragement to say “yes” to community, this teaching reminds us: people need people.

Pastor Chris shares six rhythms that shape a meaningful life of faith: being real, being kind, being hospitable, seeking beauty, seeking God, and serving others. These rhythms invite us to live with honesty and vulnerability, practice everyday kindness, open our homes and hearts, notice God’s glory in creation and culture, prioritize His kingdom, and lift our eyes off ourselves to serve others.

Pastor Chris explores what it truly means to walk with God—not through grand miracles or public recognition, but in everyday moments of connection, humility, and love. Through the story of Enoch, we discover how faith shapes who we become, helps us serve others, and frees us from fear—even in life’s hardest moments.

The internet has become an enemy-creating machine. Scroll long enough and you’ll start to believe the lie that everyone who disagrees with you is someone to fear, shame, or destroy. In this week’s message, Pastor Sean challenges that narrative by exploring Psalm 23 and the life of David, who had real enemies and yet chose rest, trust, and the table of God. What does it mean to sit at the table in the presence of your enemies without needing to destroy them?

This week, Pastor Sean shares the story of Noah. A man who built an ark over decades with nothing but a single word from God to guide him. In a world obsessed with speed and control, we’re invited into the slow, steady path of trust. Explore what it means to walk with God through silence, confusion, and long seasons of waiting. Discover how the power of obedience isn’t about control—it’s about trust. Because what lasts forever…takes forever.

What if your story isn’t over yet? In this powerful message from our Faithful & Brave series, we turn our focus to Rahab—a Canaanite prostitute whose faith didn’t just save her family but earned her a place in the lineage of Jesus. This sermon explores what it means to live “at the edge of the inside,” where transformation, empathy, and radical inclusion are possible.

Pastor Chris takes us through the life of Moses, not as a distant Bible hero, but as a man who chose justice over comfort, courage over clarity, and calling over convenience. Drawing from Hebrews 11, personal stories, and modern-day injustices, this message challenges us to examine our own willingness to stand with the suffering, embrace the wilderness, and live a faith that costs something.

In this challenging and timely sermon, Pastor Sean continues our Faithful & Brave series by exploring one of the Bible’s oldest and most haunting stories: Cain and Abel. But this message goes far beyond ancient history. It confronts the dangerous idea that God's silence gives permission to our behavior and excuses in action when in reality, God expects us to know better—even when He doesn't speak out loud.

Ericka Graham explores the complicated, beautiful intersection of faith and doubt through the story of Sarah . We reflect on her laughter, her trauma, and her influence.

In a world that often prizes productivity and certainty, Jesus invites us to become like children: curious, imaginative, and full of wonder. Pastor Chris reflects on the gift and calling of caring for kids, not just as parents, but as a whole community. Through stories from Ecclesia, partnerships around the world, and the example of Christ, we explore what it means to trade indoctrination for imagination, information for formation, and passivity for presence.

Pastor Chris and a few of our high school seniors share about what it means to be a great dad.

What’s a big enough life to live for? As we enter a new season—whether it’s summer break, a new job, or a quieter home—this message invites us to reflect on the deeper rhythms of life. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 11 and the powerful tradition of the Lord’s Supper, this sermon kicks off our summer series, Faithful & Brave, by reminding us that we’re called to live lives that are faithful to our sacred inheritance and brave enough to move into God’s future.

What does it really mean to be a Christian? Pastor Chris reminds us that following Jesus isn’t just about believing the right things—it’s about becoming a people who belong to each other. Drawing from Acts 2 and Acts 4, this sermon is a call to live out the Nicene Creed through hospitality, shared rhythms, and courageous community. Pastor Chris invites us to jump off the proverbial high dive and take one small step into a deeper life of connection, generosity, and grace.

What if resurrection wasn’t a one-time event, but a continual journey—messy, real, and full of grace? In this final sermon on the Nicene Creed, Ericka Graham reflects on interdependence, the Holy Spirit, and the kind of strength that only comes through struggle.