Pastor Jordan Dunlap
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Feb 22, 2026 7:00 AM America/New_York
The Power of Fasting | Spiritual Disciplines
What does the Bible really say about fasting? Is fasting required for Christians? And can fasting truly bring spiritual breakthrough? In this powerful message from our Spiritual Disciplines series, we explore the biblical foundation of fasting and why Jes
Feb 8, 2026 7:00 AM America/New_York
This Is Why You Don’t Feel Close to God | Spiritual Disciplines
Have you ever wondered why God feels distant—even when you believe, pray, and want to grow spiritually? In this message, we kick off a new series on Spiritual Disciplines by addressing a tension many Christians quietly wrestle with: the gap between disc
Jan 25, 2026 7:00 AM America/New_York
Bearing Fruit | Abide in Christ & Live a Spirit-Filled Life
What does it really mean to bear fruit as a follower of Jesus?In this message from our Growth series, we explore Jesus’ teaching in John 15, where He calls us to remain (abide) in Him as the true vine. Spiritual fruit isn’t produced by striving harder
Dec 28, 2025 7:00 AM America/New_York
Mental Health Isn’t a Lack of Faith | A Christian Perspective on Anxiety & Healing
Mental health struggles are more common than many of us realize — even in the Church. In this powerful and deeply honest message, “Unmasking Mental Health in the Church,” we confront the harmful myth that strong faith means never struggling with anx
Aug 17, 2025 8:00 AM America/New_York
Don’t Hide Your Light: How to Shine for Jesus in a Dark World
Darkness tries to keep us silent, hidden, and afraid… but Jesus calls us to be the light of the world. In this message, Pastor Jordan unpacks the Parable of the Lampstand (Matthew 5:14–16 & Mark 4:21–25) and reminds us why we can’t hide our faith.
Jul 6, 2025 8:00 AM America/New_York
Why Your Faith Isn’t Growing | The Parable of the Sower
Jesus often spoke in parables—simple stories with powerful spiritual truths hidden inside. In Week 1 of our summer series Hidden Treasures, we explore the Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13 and ask a crucial question: What kind of soil is your heart?
May 25, 2025 8:00 AM America/New_York
Worship Isn’t Just for Sundays | How to Live a Life of Worship
Experience doesn't end when the Sunday service does. In this message, Pastor Jordan Dunlap reminds us that worship is more than a moment—it’s a lifestyle. From music and prayer to generosity and community, discover six everyday ways you can carry the
Mar 30, 2025 8:00 AM America/New_York
Receiving real truth from God | Becoming the Church
Seeking absolute truth in this complicated world can leave us looking in places that aren't the best for us. Where can we find our real identity, purpose, and guidance for what matters most? How can we hear from the God who created us and know that it's r
Feb 2, 2025 7:00 AM America/New_York
Finding the courage to share your faith | Elevate Your Faith
The word "evangelism" often brings about feelings of fear and intimidation. Sharing our faith with others means we could be rejected, judged, or even mocked. Are we all called to be evangelists?How can we overcome these obstacles and learn to be bold with
Dec 22, 2024 7:00 AM America/New_York
Did Jesus come at the right time in history? | Questions of Christmas
Timing is very important. The specific time things happen in our lives can change the entire trajectory of our future. How does God decide when the time is right? Why did Jesus come to earth when He did - not sooner or later? In part four of "Questions of
Dec 1, 2024 7:00 AM America/New_York
What set the stage for a Savior of the world? | Questions of Christmas
Christmas is the time of year where we as Christians celebrate Jesus coming to earth as God in the flesh - a tiny baby born in Bethlehem to a virgin mother. But what events led up to the coming of our Savior? What is the significance of His supernatural b
Oct 20, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
7 Truths About Prayer | How to Talk with God
Connecting with God on a personal level is vital for our Christian walk. He wants a deep, loving relationship with us - but many people don't know where to get started when it comes to having two-way conversation with Him. What exactly is prayer and how d
Aug 5, 2024 6:01 AM America/New_York
Hungering for righteousness may not be what you think | #BLESSED
Righteousness isn't a word we use very often in everyday conversation - but it's something Jesus tells us we will be blessed by if we whole-heartedly desire it. What exactly is righteousness, and how can pursuing it impact our lives? Can human beings real
Jun 30, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
Intentionally loving God and others | Relationships
We were made for relationships - and they can be a great blessing in life. But they can also bring with them many complications and challenges. Relational health and growth takes time, effort, and intentionally uprooting anything that holds us back from p
May 26, 2024 8:00 AM America/New_York
Can women be pastors and leaders in the church? | Yes, Women Can
If God and Jesus created and treated women as equals with men, then why are there certain verses in the Bible that say women must be silent in the church and not have authority over men? Are these verses meant to limit all women from speaking or teaching
May 3, 2024 3:00 PM America/New_York
How to find hope through any circumstance | Night of Hope
In this unpredictable life many of us will face situations where hopelessness can overtake our heart and mind. Depression, anxiety, grief, broken relationships, addiction, health problems, abuse, unexpected changes... there are so many struggles that can
Feb 11, 2024 7:00 AM America/New_York
Temptation is not a sin. | Tempted
Temptation may not be a topic we think about regularly, but when we take time to look around, it's absolutely everywhere! Physically, mentally, emotionally, and relationally, we will always be tempted by the things of this world. But is temptation in of i
Nov 26, 2023 7:00 AM America/New_York
Bible Basics: Answers to 7 Common Questions about the Bible.
The Bible is an extremely powerful and helpful book of history, wisdom, love, and guidance, yet many of us rarely engage with it long enough for it to create an impact in our lives. What is holding us back from exploring this book from God more often? Per
Oct 15, 2023 8:00 AM America/New_York
Can the devil influence my thoughts? | Scary Church
Your thoughts are your own, but there are two outside "voices" that can offer help or harm in our head. How is that possible? And how do we know when the voices in our head aren't our own? In part three of "Scary Church", Pastor Jordan teaches us who else
Aug 13, 2023 8:00 AM America/New_York
Gentleness is not what you think | THRIVE
When you think of the terms "gentle" and "meek" do you naturally view them as a weakness, or a strength? Although we may have our own opinions of those definitions, what is SPIRITUAL gentleness, and why does God ask us to live in it? In part nine of "THRI
Jul 16, 2023 8:00 AM America/New_York
How can I be more patient? | THRIVE
Every day is filled with opportunities for us to lose our patience when things don't go our way - including our relationships. Depending on how our heart, mind, and spirit are in each moment, we may respond in MANY different ways to frustrations and hurts
Mar 19, 2023 8:00 AM America/New_York
What will we DO for eternity? | Heaven
Forever is a very long time - and it can be intimidating to think about what we'll spend all that time DOING in Heaven. The good news is, people will NOT spend it floating around on clouds with no purpose! So what will Christians actually do for eternity?
Nov 27, 2022 7:00 AM America/New_York
Who is the devil? What does he do? | Spiritual Warfare
Whether people are aware of it or not, there is a spiritual war going on in this world - and we are all a part of it. The battle between good and evil started long ago, but the good news is - it has already been won! In this standalone message, Pastor Jor