Signs & Wonders | Testing & Tuning
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In Week 2 of our Signs & Wonders series, Pastor Stephen Mizell explores how we can pursue the miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit while also practicing biblical discernment. Paul's instruction is clear: we shouldn't quench the Spirit, but we also shouldn't accept everything we hear without testing it. Spiritual gifts are meant to strengthen, encourage, and comfort people—but they must always be measured against Scripture, the character of Jesus, and the fruit they produce. In this message, Pastor Stephen talks about the tension between being open to the supernatural work of God and...
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Signs & Wonders | The Purpose of Power
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Are spiritual gifts still active today? What are they for, and how should they be used? In the first message of our Signs & Wonders series, Pastor Stephen Mizell opens 1 Corinthians 12 to explore the purpose of spiritual gifts and why they still matter for the Church today. Rather than focusing on controversy, this message centers on what Scripture teaches: every spiritual gift is meant to glorify Jesus, strengthen believers, and build up the Body of Christ. In this episode, you'll discover: • Why spiritual gifts should always point people to Jesus • The difference between spiritual...
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The Invisible King and His Court | Our Seat at the Table
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What does it really mean to have a "seat at the table" with God? In this episode, Pastor Stephen Mizell concludes our series, The Invisible King and His Court, by exploring one of the most encouraging truths in Scripture: through Jesus, believers aren't just forgiven—they've been given access to the King. Drawing from Ephesians, Hebrews, Luke, Revelation, and other key passages, Pastor Stephen unpacks what it means to approach God's throne with confidence, live as Christ's ambassador, and represent His Kingdom in everyday life. You'll discover that Kingdom authority isn't about power for...
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The Invisible King and His Court | The Courtroom Protocol
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Have you ever felt like your past keeps accusing you? Like your failures, guilt, and shame are replayed over and over again? In Week 2 of The Invisible King and His Court, Pastor Stephen Mizell takes us into Zechariah 3 for a powerful look inside the courtroom of heaven. While Satan is called the accuser, Jesus stands as our Advocate. The enemy may know your past, but he doesn't determine your future. Through Christ, the verdict has already been declared. This message will help you understand the spiritual reality behind guilt, grace, and why followers of Jesus can live in freedom instead of...
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The Invisible King & His Court | Council in Session
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What if there's more happening than what you can see? In Week 1 of our series The Invisible King, Lead Pastor Stephen Mizell explores one of the Bible's most fascinating and often-overlooked topics: the Divine Council. From Job to Psalms to Ephesians, Scripture reveals that there is a spiritual reality at work behind the scenes—and understanding it changes how we view prayer, spiritual warfare, God's Kingdom, and the victory of Jesus. This message isn't about becoming fascinated with the supernatural. It's about seeing Scripture through the worldview of its original writers and finding...
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The Impact of Your Growth | Stories Jesus Told
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What if the biggest changes in your life started with the smallest acts of obedience? In the final message of our "Stories Jesus Told" series, Pastor Stephen Mizell explores two of Jesus' shortest parables—the mustard seed and the yeast—and reveals a powerful truth: God's Kingdom often grows through small, consistent acts of faithfulness rather than spectacular moments. Whether you're struggling with forgiveness, prayer, anxiety, purpose, family relationships, or spiritual growth, this message will encourage you to trust God with the small beginnings that lead to lasting transformation....
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The Power of Remembering | Stories Jesus Told
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What foundation are you building your life on? In this message from our "Stories Jesus Told" series, John Lassiter explores Jesus' parable of the wise and foolish builders from Matthew 7:24-27. Through personal stories, practical application, and biblical truth, this sermon challenges us to move beyond simply hearing God's Word and begin living it through obedience, spiritual disciplines, and faithful action. Storms are inevitable in life—but when your foundation is built on Christ, you can stand firm no matter what comes your way. Key Takeaways: • Storms are certain, but God remains...
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Who Is My Neighbor? | Stories Jesus Told
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In this message from our “Stories Jesus Told” series, Keven Daughety explores Jesus’ story of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10 and challenges us to rethink what it truly means to love our neighbor. Through this parable, Jesus pushes beyond the idea of doing the bare minimum and calls His followers to live with compassion that costs something. This sermon examines how easy it is to avoid getting involved in the struggles of others — and how Jesus invites us instead to walk alongside hurting people with grace, sacrifice, and love. Whether you feel called to help someone in need or feel like...
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The Power of Persistence | Stories Jesus Told
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The Power of Persistence | Stories Jesus Told | Pastor Stephen Mizell What do you do when heaven feels silent? In this episode of the Stories Jesus Told series, Pastor Stephen Mizell explores the Parable of the Persistent Widow in Luke 18 and challenges us to stay faithful in prayer even when answers feel delayed. This conversation-centered teaching dives into spiritual disciplines, perseverance, and the character of God. Prayer is not about convincing a reluctant God to respond — it’s about learning to trust a good Father through every season. In this message: • Why we often feel...
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Family Dynamics | Stories Jesus Told
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In this message from our series The Parables of Jesus, Pastor Stephen Mizell walks through the Parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15 and explores the realities of family tension, rebellion, resentment, grace, and forgiveness. Whether you’re waiting on a prodigal, carrying pain from fractured relationships, or trying to hold your family together through difficult seasons, this message offers hope and reminds us that healthy families are not built on perfection, but on grace-filled hearts surrendered to God. In this message: • The difference between rebellion and resentment • Why healthy...
info_outlineIn Week 2 of our Signs & Wonders series, Pastor Stephen Mizell explores how we can pursue the miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit while also practicing biblical discernment.
Paul's instruction is clear: we shouldn't quench the Spirit, but we also shouldn't accept everything we hear without testing it. Spiritual gifts are meant to strengthen, encourage, and comfort people—but they must always be measured against Scripture, the character of Jesus, and the fruit they produce.
In this message, Pastor Stephen talks about the tension between being open to the supernatural work of God and remaining discerning. He addresses spiritual gifts, prophecy, cessationism and continuationism, and the dangers of both rejecting everything supernatural and accepting everything uncritically.
The goal isn't to chase experiences or fear them. It's to passionately pursue Jesus while submitting everything to His Word.
In this episode:
• Why we shouldn't let fear cause us to reject the work of the Holy Spirit
• Why spiritual gifts should be tested rather than blindly accepted or rejected
• Three biblical guardrails for testing spiritual impressions and prophecy
• Why Scripture must remain our highest authority
• How humility leaves room for testing and discernment
• Why spiritual gifts must value people over platforms
• How gifts without love can become performances
• Why the goal of spiritual gifts is for people to see Jesus—not the gifted person
• How to avoid the two extremes of rejecting everything supernatural or accepting everything uncritically
Scripture mentioned:
• 1 Corinthians 12 - 14
• Romans 12
• Ephesians 4
• 1 Thessalonians 5