You Don't Have to Be Enough

• Proverbs 3:5-8
• Jeff Coleman

The world tells us that we are enough, that we only need to trust ourselves and follow our own path. Scripture offers a different kind of wisdom. In the opening message of the Fool's Gold series, Pastor Jeff explores Proverbs 3 and shows how cultural messages can sound convincing while leading us away from the truth. Real freedom is not found in self sufficiency but in surrendering to Christ, whose grace is enough to transform us into who God created us to be.

Open Hands, Full Heart

• Exodus 36:1-7
• Jeff Coleman

Fear tells us there will never be enough, but worship teaches us to trust the God who always provides. Looking at Exodus 35 and 36, we see how God transformed a people shaped by slavery and scarcity into willing worshipers whose generosity overflowed. This message reminds us that true generosity begins in the heart and extends into every part of our lives, including our time, relationships, resources, compassion, and service. As we trust God's goodness, we become open handed people who reflect His heart to the world.

Pray for One Another

• 1 Samuel 12:23
• Jeff Coleman

Prayer is more than a kind gesture. It is a sacred responsibility for every follower of Jesus. Looking at the example of Samuel and the teaching of Jesus, this message challenges us to pray not only for the people we love, but also for those who are difficult to love. As we faithfully bring others before God, he transforms our hearts, expands our compassion, and reminds us that every person carries both brokenness and dignity. Sometimes the greatest expression of faith is simply hearing someone pray your name.

A Seat at the Table

• 2 Samuel 9:1-13
• Brian Butcher

King David’s surprising invitation transformed a life. By gathering around a table with Mephibosheth, who could have been a threat to his throne, David became a living demonstration of the Gospel. Today, the hospitality of the church is intended to have the same impact: remarkable welcome that leads to transformed lives. David shows us a key truth: that our abundance is not material, it is eternal.

What Grace Looks Like

• 1 Kings 17:8-16
• Janet Whittaker

God's grace is never meant to stop with us. It changes our hearts and moves us to serve others. Through the story of the widow of Zarephath and a powerful illustration from a mission trip, this message reminds us that God can use whatever we place in His hands, no matter how small it seems. As we trust Him and care for the people around us, His grace becomes visible through our everyday actions. Grace is not just something we receive. It is something we live.

When You Can't Stand Alone

• Exodus 17:8-13
• Jeff Coleman

We were never meant to follow Jesus alone. In Exodus 17, Moses grows weary in the middle of the battle, and Aaron and Hur step in to hold up his arms. Their simple act of support becomes a powerful picture of the kind of community God desires for His people. This message reminds us that faithful people grow tired, but fatigue is not failure. God often strengthens us through the people He places around us. As followers of Christ, we are called to share one another's burdens, show up in practical ways, and reflect the love of Jesus through everyday acts of presence and care. When our strength runs out, God often works through community to help us keep going.

The Way of Honor

• Genesis Gen. 13:8-17
• Dan Thurmon

In a world that constantly pushes us to chase our preferences and make all the right choices, God invites us into something different. Through the story of Abram and Lot, we discover the freedom that comes from trusting God's leading, honoring others, and surrendering control. When we choose discipleship over self determination, our desires begin to change and we learn that God's plans are always better than anything we could arrange on our own.

Love is the Mark of the Church

• Ruth 1:6-18
• Phillip Markert

Love is more than a feeling reserved for the people who are easiest to care for. In Ruth's commitment to Naomi and in the example of Jesus, we see that real love is sacrificial, patient, and steadfast. It shows up in extraordinary moments of courage and in ordinary moments of inconvenience. As followers of Christ, love is not an optional part of our faith. It is the evidence of a life transformed by the love we have first received from Him. In this message, we are challenged to ask whether the love of Jesus is overflowing into our relationships and shaping the way we treat the people around us.

Faith on Fire

• Nehemiah 2:17-3:12
• Jeff Coleman

What happens when your faith feels more like cold ashes than living fire? This message explores how spiritual renewal rarely begins in isolation, but in the shared presence of people who encourage one another, worship wholeheartedly, and make room for God to awaken what has grown weary. If you have ever longed for a faith that feels more alive, more real, and more connected, this is an invitation to discover how that fire can begin again.

Psalm 8

• The Psalms Psalm 8:1-9
• Brian Butcher

In this powerful message from Psalm 8, Pastor Brian explores what happens when the majesty of God meets the meekness of humanity. Set during Serve Week at Church on the Hill, this sermon reminds us that God often chooses ordinary, humble people to display His extraordinary power and love in the world. Psalm 8 begins and ends with the declaration, “O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth,” centering the entire passage on the greatness of God. Yet in the middle of that majesty, David marvels that God would care for humanity at all. Why would the Creator of the universe choose to work through weak and ordinary people—even children—to accomplish His purposes? This message highlights a consistent theme throughout Scripture: God uses the humble, the overlooked, and the meek to advance His Kingdom. From David to the disciples to Jesus Himself, God’s power is most clearly displayed through surrendered lives. When we surrender our pride and step into compassionate service, the Kingdom of God becomes visible to the world.

Pursuing the More

• Acts 10:34-48
• Bishop Carolyn Moore

What happens when the Holy Spirit falls on ordinary people? In this Pentecost message, Bishop Carolyn Moore shares how God’s love reaches farther than we imagine and invites every person into His family. Through Peter’s encounter in Acts 10, we see a God who pursues people, breaks barriers, and fills hearts with the Holy Spirit. This message is an invitation to stop resisting God’s work, receive His embrace, and be swallowed up in the will and love of God.

Blessed to Be Sent

• Luke 24:44-53
• Jeff Coleman

Jesus’ ascension was not the end of the story. It was the beginning of the church stepping fully into the mission of God. In this message, Pastor Jeff reminds us that Jesus is still ruling, still reigning, and still sending His people into the world with purpose. The ascension is not about Jesus leaving us behind. It is about Jesus empowering His church to live on mission through everyday acts of faithfulness, service, and obedience. When we say yes to God’s invitations, we never know how He might use our lives to impact eternity.

Prayer: Being With God

• Psalms Psalm 131:1-3
• Jeff Coleman

What if the deepest form of prayer is not about saying more, but simply being with God? In this message, we explore the invitation to move from striving and performance into rest, trust, and communion with Jesus. Through the picture of a weaned child resting with its mother in Psalm 131, we are reminded that God is not asking us to impress Him. He is inviting us to enjoy His presence. As we learn to slow down, quiet our souls, and become aware of God throughout everyday life, we discover the peace, intimacy, and transformation that come from abiding with Him.

Prayer: Listening to God

• 1 Samuel 3:1-10
• Brian Butcher

What does it look like to truly hear the voice of God? In this message, we explore the story of Samuel and the invitation God gives each of us to move beyond one sided prayer into real conversation with Him. As we learn to slow down, rest in God’s presence, and listen with open hearts, we discover that God is still speaking today. Once you hear the call, continue the conversation.

Prayer: Talking With God

• Psalms Psalm 62:1-8
• Steve Wood

Prayer is more than words. It is a relationship. In this message, we explore how learning to listen to God transforms prayer from a routine into a real, ongoing conversation. When we slow down, create space, and become attentive to His voice, we begin to experience the depth of connection we were created for. God is ready to meet with us anytime, and through prayer, we grow in intimacy, trust, and awareness of His presence in our daily lives.

Prayer: Talking to God

• Luke 11:2-4
• Cortney Whiting

What if prayer is less about getting the words right and more about getting your heart aligned? In this message, we walk through the Lord’s Prayer and discover a simple but powerful truth: prayer is an invitation into a real relationship with God. Not a performance. Not a script. Just honest connection with a loving Father. Through Jesus’ words, we learn how to approach God with closeness, center our lives on His purpose, trust Him for what we need today, release forgiveness, and walk in His protection. If prayer has ever felt intimidating or distant, this message will help you see it differently and step into it with confidence and peace.

Prayer... Why Bother?

• Philippians Phil. 4:6-7
• Jeff Coleman

Why do we pray if God already knows what we need? This sermon explores how prayer is not about informing God but about building a deeper relationship with Him. As we learn to trust Him, depend on Him, and align our hearts with His will, we discover that prayer becomes a place of peace, presence, and transformation.