In this thought-provoking sermon, we explore Jesus’ final prayer before his departure to the Garden of Gethsemane, found in the Gospel of John. As we reflect on the Seventh Sunday of Easter, we dive deep into Jesus’ unwavering confidence in His followers—past, present, and future—and His fervent prayer for unity among us all.This sermon calls us to embrace our calling as the Body of Christ, not bound by perfect agreement, but by a deeper, loving unity that reflects the relationship between God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. *What would Jesus pray for in these times?* His prayer for us remains powerful and relevant today.Key themes:* Jesus’ prayer for Himself, His disciples, and all believers.* The significance of unity in the Body of Christ—despite our differences.* Embracing the love of God that connects us all, even in a world full of division.* Our role as the hands and feet of Christ in the world.This message is especially meaningful as we approach Pentecost, the day of renewal by the Holy Spirit, and celebrate baptisms, confirmations, and new believers entering into the faith.💬 *Let us know how this sermon spoke to you! What does "unity in love" mean for your faith journey?*📅 *Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring messages each week!*🙏 *Hallelujah, Christ is risen—The Lord has risen indeed!*

In this moving Memorial Day sermon, Dr. Brad Devore—an active-duty Navy officer and neuropsychologist—shares powerful reflections on community, sacrifice, and mental health. Drawing from personal experience aboard the USS *Harry S. Truman* and his clinical work at UC San Diego, Brad explores how connection and belonging are not only crucial for our spiritual lives, but also for our emotional and physical wellbeing.With honesty and humility, Brad speaks about the challenges of military life, the loneliness of frequent moves, and the life-giving power of finding a church home. Anchoring his message in John 15 and Matthew 22, he reminds us of Christ’s command to love one another—and how building community is both a spiritual calling and a practical necessity.Whether you're a veteran, a churchgoer, or someone seeking connection, this sermon offers hope, insight, and a gentle call to action: *What small thing can you do to grow community today?*🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to help us spread messages of hope and connection.

In this heartfelt sermon, we celebrate the baptism of baby Owen—a joyful moment that brings the church family together across generations. But more than just a special occasion, Owen’s baptism reminds us of something deeper: that God doesn’t love us from a distance. God loves us up close.Drawing from the stunning vision in Revelation and the tender words of Jesus in John’s Gospel, we’re reminded that the presence of God isn’t confined to a temple—it’s within us. Eternal life isn’t just a future hope—it’s something we begin living now, as we come to know God and walk in the love of Christ. And in the midst of a complicated, often broken world, Jesus speaks peace into our lives—the kind of peace the world cannot give and cannot take away.As we renew our baptismal promises and come to the table once again, this sermon invites us to remember who we are: people filled with the Spirit, people called to live with courage, with compassion, and with deep, abiding love.Join us in this celebration and reflection, and be reminded that wherever you are, God is already there—dwelling with you, working through you, and calling you into a life of peace and promise.Watch now and let your heart be lifted.