MONEY: Why LifePoint Doesn’t Teach Tithing (2 Corinthians 9:6)
LifePoint Church Longwood
Have you ever felt the weight of religious obligation crushing your spirit? In a powerful message challenging traditional views on tithing, Pastor Phil reveals why LifePoint Church takes a grace-centered approach to giving. Through fresh insights from Leviticus to Corinthians, he unpacks how Jesus transformed giving from a legal requirement into an expression of faith and trust. Breaking free from the rigid 10% rule, Pastor Phil shows how true generosity flows not from guilt or compulsion, but from hearts transformed by grace. Don't miss this liberating message that will revolutionize your...
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MONEY: Learn From The Ant (Proverbs 6:6-8)
LifePoint Church Longwood
Have you ever felt the tension between faith and financial planning? In this eye-opening message, Pastor Phil challenges the misconception that saving means lack of trust in God. Through biblical wisdom—from the diligent ant to Joseph's prudent grain storage—he reveals how planning actually demonstrates faith in action. Drawing from personal stories and Scripture, Pastor Phil shows how godly financial stewardship isn't about hoarding, but creating a legacy that impacts generations. Whether you're struggling with debt or seeking to build a God-honoring financial future, this message offers...
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MONEY: What Your Money Says About You (Matthew 6:19-21)
LifePoint Church Longwood
Have you ever wondered why Jesus talked about money more than heaven and hell combined? In a challenging yet enlightening message, Pastor Phil tackles the often-avoided topic of finances, revealing how our bank statements tell the truth about our hearts. Through practical wisdom and biblical insight, he unpacks three transformative truths about managing money God's way. Drawing from the compelling example of George Mueller's faith-filled financial stewardship of orphanages, Pastor Phil shows how our handling of money can make God visible to a watching world. Don't miss this encouraging message...
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I Love My Church: Because Jesus Matters (Colossians 1:15-20)
LifePoint Church Longwood
Have you ever wondered why some churches thrive while others fade? On the golf course, Pastor Phil Ayres encountered a sobering truth—someone who loved Jesus but felt betrayed by His church. Through Colossians 1:18, we discover three vital pillars of a church worth loving: making Jesus preeminent (not just present), embodying His perfect balance of grace and truth, and staying connected to Him as branches to the vine. Pastor Phil shares how these principles transform casual churchgoers into a vibrant family marked by love, patience, and genuine spiritual growth. Don't miss this powerful...
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I Love My Church: Love One Another (John 13:31-35)
LifePoint Church Longwood
Ever wonder what makes a church truly extraordinary? At LifePoint's start to 2026, Pastor Phil Ayres challenges us to redefine what "I love my church" really means—it's not about programs, music, or even the building. Through powerful insights from John 13 and 1 Corinthians, he reveals that authentic church love means actively caring for people, bearing burdens together, and creating genuine connections. Building on LifePoint's record-breaking 2025, filled with baptisms and growth, this kickoff message to the "I Love My Church" series provides practical steps for transforming superficial...
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What You Should Know About LifePoint( Matthew 16:18)
LifePoint Church Longwood
What makes a church truly grow? Pastor Phil Ayres challenges our assumptions, revealing how LifePoint prioritizes people over property and grace over guilt. Through engaging examples—from quirky church names to the tradition of saying "bless you"—he unpacks six core values that define authentic church growth. Whether you're questioning church traditions or seeking genuine spiritual community, this message offers fresh insight into how a church can stay focused on what matters most: growing in grace and knowledge of Jesus. Join us to discover how these timeless principles can transform your...
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DO YOU SEE WHAT I SEE?: A Child (Luke 2:1-7)
LifePoint Church Longwood
Have you ever felt trapped in complete darkness, desperately searching for a light switch? In this powerful message, we explore how Jesus enters our darkest moments—not waiting for us to find our way, but bringing his transformative light directly to us. Through vivid examples from spelunking adventures to ancient festivals, Pastor Phil Ayres shows how God's goodness isn't earned but freely given, and his light isn't produced but followed. Whether you're wrestling with fear, shame, or confusion, this eye-opening sermon reveals how Christmas flips our assumptions: we don't clean ourselves up...
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DO YOU SEE WHAT I SEE?: A Song ( Luke 2:8-14)
LifePoint Church Longwood
Have you ever felt like God has gone silent? In a world of constant noise, Pastor Phil Ayres reveals how heaven broke through 400 years of divine silence that first Christmas night, delivering extraordinary news to ordinary shepherds. Through vivid comparisons to modern phone notifications and noise-canceling headphones, he illuminates how God still "vibrates the table" of our lives to get our attention. This message unpacks the difference between mere advice and the transformative good news of the gospel—news that demands to be shared. Whether you're seeking hope or longing to reignite your...
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DO YOU SEE WHAT I SEE?: A Star (Matthew 2:1-12)
LifePoint Church Longwood
Have you ever felt Christmas becoming just another routine, driving on autopilot through familiar decorations and traditions? Pastor Phil Ayres challenges us to see the wonder anew through the story of the Christmas star—a celestial spotlight that guided wise men to Jesus. Drawing from his experience of delivering over 70 Christmas messages, he reveals how this ancient light wasn't just a miraculous marker, but a model for our own calling. Just as the star guided seekers to Christ, we're called to shine in our everyday lives, illuminating the way for others searching for meaning. Watch now...
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Overcoming Doubt (Psalm 77:1-9)
LifePoint Church Longwood
What if your deepest doubts could become stepping stones to unshakeable faith? In this powerful message, LifePoint Elder Bobby Johnson explores Psalm 77, where even a faithful worship leader wrestles with profound questions about God's goodness. Through personal stories and biblical wisdom, he reveals how doubt can actually drive us closer to God, deepen our faith, and lead to transformative spiritual growth. Whether you're facing uncertainty now or want to build resilience for future challenges, this message offers practical "doubt busters" grounded in God's unchanging character and track...
info_outlineHave you ever felt too ordinary to make a difference? In this powerful message, Pastor Phil Ayres shares how God transformed Gideon from a fearful farmer hiding in a wine press to a mighty warrior who led just 300 men to defeat an army of 135,000. Through this remarkable story, we discover that God doesn't need extraordinary people—He needs ordinary people with extraordinary trust. Drawing parallels to today's cultural challenges, Pastor reveals how God patiently builds our courage, emphasizing that it's not our abilities but His presence that matters most. Whether you're feeling hesitant to speak up at work or serve in ministry, this message will inspire you to step out of hiding and into your calling. Don't miss this timely reminder that God sees a hero where you see weakness.