The Church: Defined focuses on Romans 12:1-8. Worship is living your life as an offering to God. What has God given you and how has God gifted you? Your gifts should be used, not withheld.

8-22-2021 "Missions Month--Our Role in Global Missions"

Aug 25th, 2021 53m 6s

Our God is a global God. The church needs to be a global church. Today you will hear several accounts from missionaries that this church supports both locally and internationally as we focus on Matthew 28:19.

8-15-2021 "Missions Month--Our Role in Local Missions"

Aug 17th, 2021 50m 21s

Missions should be a priority in all our lives. Missions is influenced by God's power and meeting needs. This sermon focuses on Acts 1:1-8. How are you being a witness for the Kingdom of Jesus?

8-1-2021 Missions Month

Aug 7th, 2021 40m 10s

August is Missions Month at Hillcrest Christian Church. Nathan Davenport, recruiter at Pioneer Bible Translators, shares from 1 Samuel 11-1-4. Jesus Christ is the hope of the world. He has the power to transform lives by bringing hope to a hop

7-25-2021 "Love is a Verb"

Jul 28th, 2021 36m 59s

Love must be sincere and without hypocrisy. It must be true. As a church family we are to be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Romans 12: 9-10 emphasizes these actions.

7-18-2021 "The Power of Praying God's Word"

Jul 21st, 2021 49m 20s

This is the third and final sermon in a series pertaining to the study of God's Word. The text is from John 15. The Christian faith is not an isolated faith. We are not meant to live life by ourselves. We have access to God and His power. Do no

07 - 11 - 21 "The Power of Studying God's Word"

Jul 21st, 2021 46m 19s

This is the second in a series of sermons pertaining to the study of God's Word. The text is taken from Psalm 8. We are to glorify God and to study Him. We can taste and see that the Lord is good as we study His Word.

7-4-2021 "The Power of the Word"

Jul 20th, 2021 55m 45s

This is the first of a 3 part series pertaining to the study of God's Word. We need to be a people that love the Bible and read and study it daily. Hiding the Word in our heart is a form of discipleship. The world is coming against the church.

6-27-2021 "Living in the Vine"

Jul 1st, 2021 52m 6s

This sermon series, "Living in the Vine," today pertains to John 16: 7-11 with a focus on the Holy Spirit. We need to model the life, ministry, and character of Jesus by loving one another. We must have the help of the Holy Spirit to do that.

6-13-2021 "Baptism"

Jun 17th, 2021 46m 34s

Baptism gives us new life in Jesus. Have you been crucified with Christ? Our lives are no longer our own; they have been bought with a price. Read Mark 1: 14 and the verses that follow...this Gospel saves us and sustains us.

6-6-2021 "Living in the Vine"

Jun 8th, 2021 58m 8s

"Living in the Vine," a new sermon series, draws from John 15:1-8. Bearing fruit means pruning is necessary. We need to abide in Jesus in order to bear fruit.

5-30-2021 "Generous Living"

Jun 2nd, 2021 55m 55s

This is the last in a series on "Generous Living," focusing on 2 Corinthians 9: 7-8. Generosity goes beyond our finances. There are many practical ways to serve as a body of Christ. He will give us everything we need to do these things.

5-23-2021 Generous Living

May 25th, 2021 39m 47s

This sermon is part of a series pertaining to giving. The text comes from Malachi 3:6-10.

2-7-2021 "Jesus Plus Nothing"

Feb 10th, 2021 42m 27s

Building community focuses on Philippians 3:1-11. What makes us a community of believers isn't religion, it's Jesus. The most valuable treasure we have is Jesus. We desire to know Christ more.

1-31-2021 "A Godly Community Cares for One Another"

Feb 2nd, 2021 46m 35s

The series "Building Community" focuses on Philippians 2:19-30 this week. A godly community carries a genuine concern for those around them and serves others well. God's mercy flows through each one of us as we serve and do life together...we

1-24-2021 "A Work Not Yet Completed"

Jan 24th, 2021 39m 2s

The series entitled "Building Community," a study of Philippians, focuses today on Chapter 2, verses 12-18. Salvation is only the beginning of a life committed to Jesus. We need to work out our faith to finish strong. This Gospel is worthy of s

1-17-2021 "The Humility of Jesus"

Jan 18th, 2021 37m 40s

The sermon series "Build Community" continues with a focus on Philippians 2:1-11. Unity flourishes when humility flourishes. When we grow in humility we are reflecting the cross of Christ. We need to become more like Jesus.

1-10-2021 "The Characteristics of Community"

Jan 11th, 2021 34m

A community is an example of Jesus Christ, is the light of Jesus, is courageous, perseveres, and stands together in hope. Follow along in Philippians 1:12-30 to learn how to share our everlasting hope in God.

1-3-2021 "Building Community Requires Gospel Partnership"

Jan 4th, 2021 46m 49s

A new sermon series from the book of Philippians begins today.The text centers on chapter 1:1-11. The purpose of Christian community is to walk side by side together. This requires a Christ-centered love for one another and a commitment to pray

12-27-2020 "Good News from 2020"

Dec 30th, 2020 35m 46s

Jesus is the Good News that the world needs today. Luke Chapter 2 describes the Good News of the birth of Jesus that has the power to transform our lives and to make us whole. We all have been given the breath of God for a purpose.

12-20-2020 "Advent--Those Who Are Wise Will Seek the Things of God"

Dec 22nd, 2020 41m 40s

The scripture text is taken from Matthew 2: 1-11. Those who are wise will seek the things of God, will search the Scriptures, and surrender their lives to Jesus. Will you?

12-13-2020 "Advent, the Anticipated Arrival of Jesus--Silent Night"

Dec 14th, 2020 48m 16s

Advent...the anticipated arrival of Jesus. Jesus offers a new beginning, a new identity, and He offers us His presence. Matthew 1:18-23 reminds us that God has come to us and will remain with us. The birth of Jesus brings to our world and cultu

11-29-2020 "Through the Valley"

Nov 30th, 2020 29m 46s

Rory Green, from Compass Christian Church, shares from Psalms 23. God promises to be with us when we are afraid. He is not afraid of our pain because He has chosen to experience it Himself. When you trust that God is in control, you have every

11-22-2020 "Sermon on the Mount--Live Like You Mean It"

Nov 24th, 2020 32m

The final message from the Sermon on the Mount series focuses on Matthew 7:24-8:1. If you desire to be an effective Christian, seek wisdom from God. Are you building your life on the rock or on the sand? When God speaks, will you follow?

11-15-2020 "Standing in the Gap"

Nov 23rd, 2020 41m 9s

It's easy to become distracted and lose sight of what's important--and that is to worship God. Deuteronomy 9:12-27 describes one of many instances where Israel was distracted. God spared Israel through the mediation of Moses. Jesus came down fr