Previous Messages

Pastor Nick Decker | Lamentations 3:22-23 In today’s episode, Pastor Nick Decker turns to Lamentations 3:22–23 for hope when life brings us down. Against the backdrop of Jerusalem’s devastation, Jeremiah remembers that God’s steadfast love never fails, His compassion is renewed every morning, and His faithfulness never falters. Through Scripture and personal stories of grief, hardship, and trust, Pastor Nick reminds us that we can bring our pain honestly to God, rely on His promises when we don’t understand our circumstances, and keep taking the next step of obedience. We may be down, but because of who God is, we are not out.

Pastor Nick Decker | Matthew 5:10-12 In this message, Pastor Nick Decker explores Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:10–12: “Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness.” Following Jesus doesn’t promise an easy life; it means staying faithful when our convictions bring opposition. Pastor Nick explains that persecution comes because of our allegiance to Christ—not simply because people disagree with us—and challenges us not to retaliate, retreat, or grow resentful, but to rejoice. We can face persecution with hope because it affirms our place in God’s kingdom, associates us with generations of faithful believers, and points us toward the eternal reward Jesus promises. Following Jesus is worth the cost.

Pastor Nick Decker | Matthew 5:9 In this episode, Pastor Nick Decker explores Matthew 5:9 and Jesus’ words, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” He distinguishes peacemaking from keeping the peace at any cost, pretending conflict doesn’t exist, or making matters worse—and shows how biblical peacemaking seeks reconciliation. With five practical principles—pray, purge, prioritize, pursue, and pardon—Pastor Nick challenges us to address our part in conflict, take steps toward peace, and forgive as God has forgiven us. Peacemaking can be difficult, but it reflects the heart of our Father and points others to the peace we have through Christ.