Mission Hills Church Messages

We exist to help people become like Jesus and join Him on mission. We are ONE church that meets in multiple locations. We believe that a full life in Jesus begins with transformation, a life fully committed to Him. Whether it’s freedom from depression and anger, a broken relationship restored, a commitment to prayer and generosity, or overcoming an addiction, transformation is the natural result of encountering the living God and of obedience to Jesus.

Find Your People | It's Complicated | Craig Smith 08/18/2026

Continuing the Conversation | Find Your Fear | It's Complicated 08/12/2026

Continuing the Conversation | Find Your Fear | It's Complicated What if the key to real rest isn't less fear — it's the right one? In this episode of Continuing the Conversation, Lead Pastor Craig Smith and Life Center Director Micah Harrison dig into Sunday's message on the fear of the Lord and what Proverbs means when it says that fear leads to life — and rest. Spoiler: it's not the kind of fear that tightens your chest. It's the kind that lets you finally exhale. They wrestle with the honest tension most of us feel: if I'm really walking with God, why does my life still hurt? Craig offers a distinction that sticks — the difference between being unaffected by pain and being unscarred by it. And then both of them do something rare: they get specific about the fears that are actually driving their own lives right now. Craig's fear of disappointing people. Micah's jealousy. Neither one is dressed up or explained away. There's also a childhood backseat analogy that might be the clearest picture of spiritual rest you've heard in a while. If you've ever laid awake at 1 AM wondering why your brain won't stop — this one's for you. The fear of the Lord and genuine contentment aren't opposites. They might be the same road. 👉 Listen now and discover why God’s grace is often working long before we recognize it. 🎧 Listen to this weekend's full sermon first, then come back here to go deeper. New episodes drop midweek. Subscribe so you never miss a conversation. Like, share, and comment if this episode hit home. As always, shoot us your questions at and enjoy today's episode. Also, check out our and the Playlist titled "Questions with Craig" for more resources. Or submit your for our care team. ============================= Continuing The Conversation: Feed Credits ============================= HOST:: Micah Harrison, Craig Smith PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Zac Anderson, Laina Ludwig CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland VIDEO + SEO DIRECTORS:: Zac Anderson, Colin McFarland A Product of The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO. © Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved /episode/index/show/missionhillsco/id/42412380

It's Complicated | Find Your Fear | Craig Smith 08/09/2026

Bad Blood | Ambassadors of Grace | Robert Watson 08/02/2026

Bad Blood | The Cost of Compromise | Tanner Lowe 07/26/2026

Bad Blood | Road to Reconciliation | Scott Ridout 07/19/2026

Bad Blood | The Blessings of Brokenness | Craig Smith 07/13/2026

Bad Blood | Leaving What Limits You | Craig Smith 07/06/2026

Continuing the Conversation | The Fastest Road To Blessing | Bad Blood 07/01/2026

Continuing the Conversation | The Fastest Road To Blessing | Bad Blood Sometimes the greatest blessing doesn't come from escaping a difficult situation—it comes from changing how you respond to it. In this episode of Continuing the Conversation, Craig Smith and Colin McFarland dive deeper into one of the most unusual stories in Genesis and unpack the sermon, "The Fastest Road to Blessing." Craig shares what it was like preparing one of the hardest passages he's ever preached, why Bible translation often involves interpretation, and how a fresh understanding of Jacob and Laban completely changed the message. Along the way, they explore practical questions we all wrestle with: How do you become a blessing in difficult relationships? When should you stay in a hard situation—and when is it time to leave? Why do we keep fighting for control instead of trusting God's faithfulness? How can wise community help us hear God's direction more clearly? Whether you're navigating conflict at work, tension in your family, or simply trying to trust God with what's next, this conversation offers practical wisdom you can apply today. If Sunday's message challenged you, this episode takes the conversation even further. 👉 Listen now and discover why God’s grace is often working long before we recognize it. 🎧 Listen to this weekend's full sermon first, then come back here to go deeper. New episodes drop midweek. Subscribe so you never miss a conversation. Like, share, and comment if this episode hit home. As always, shoot us your questions at and enjoy today's episode. Also, check out our and the Playlist titled "Questions with Craig" for more resources. Or submit your for our care team. ============================= Continuing The Conversation: Feed Credits ============================= HOST:: Colin McFarland, Craig Smith PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Zac Anderson CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland VIDEO + SEO DIRECTORS:: Zac Anderson, Colin McFarland A Product of The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO. © Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved /episode/index/show/missionhillsco/id/41920925

Bad Blood | The Fastest Road to Blessing | Craig Smith 06/28/2026

Bad Blood | If You Love Them, Lead Them | Craig Smith 06/21/2026

Bad Blood | Stuck in the Loop | Craig Smith 06/14/2026

Continuing the Conversation | You're Not As Lost As You Think | Bad Blood 06/10/2026

Continuing the Conversation | You're Not As Lost As You Think | Bad Blood Have you ever found yourself somewhere you never planned to be and wondered, “How did I get here?” This week on Continuing the Conversation, Craig Smith and Abbey Davis dive deeper into the story of Jacob’s famous dream and explore one of the most powerful themes in Scripture: God’s grace comes to us long before we deserve it. As Jacob runs from the consequences of his own choices, God meets him in an unexpected place with an unexpected promise. Craig and Abby unpack the meaning behind Jacob’s ladder, why grace is always God-initiated, and what it means to trust God’s direction when life feels uncertain. In this episode, you'll discover: What Jacob’s ladder actually represents Why Christianity is different from every other “stairway to heaven” How God’s grace reaches us before we reach Him The subtle ways selfishness blocks our relationship with God Why Christians often struggle to celebrate grace in other people How spiritual growth changes the way we see others If you’ve ever wrestled with disappointment, consequences, comparison, or wondering where God is leading you, this conversation offers hope, perspective, and practical encouragement. 👉 Listen now and discover why God’s grace is often working long before we recognize it. 🎧 Listen to this weekend's full sermon first, then come back here to go deeper. New episodes drop midweek. Subscribe so you never miss a conversation. Like, share, and comment if this episode hit home. As always, shoot us your questions at and enjoy today's episode. Also, check out our and the Playlist titled "Questions with Craig" for more resources. Or submit your for our care team. ============================= Continuing The Conversation: Feed Credits ============================= HOST:: Abbey Davis, Craig Smith PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Zac Anderson CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland VIDEO + SEO DIRECTORS:: Zac Anderson, Colin McFarland A Product of The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO. © Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved /episode/index/show/missionhillsco/id/41604730

Bad Blood | You're Not as Lost as You Think (And God's Not as Far as He Feels) | Craig Smith 06/07/2026

Continuing the Conversation | You Don't Have To Be Someone Else To Be Blessed | Bad Blood 06/03/2026

Continuing the Conversation | You Don't Have To Be Someone Else To Be Blessed | Bad Blood What if one of the biggest obstacles to God’s blessing in your life is the belief that you need to become someone else first? In this episode of Continuing the Conversation, Craig Smith and Tanner Lowe dive deeper into the story of Isaac, Jacob, and Esau from the Bad Blood series. Together, they explore a surprising truth hidden within one of the Bible’s most dysfunctional family stories: God’s plan often conflicts with our preferences. Through a fascinating discussion on biblical interpretation, spiritual formation, and leadership, Craig unpacks why Isaac’s passivity created ripple effects that impacted generations—and what that means for us today. In this conversation, you'll discover: Why God’s plan and our preferences often collide The surprising role Isaac plays in the Jacob and Esau story How spiritual passivity affects the people around us Why following Jesus is about more than personal faith How God shapes our desires over time The difference between God’s plan and God’s purpose for your life If you've ever struggled to trust God's direction, wondered whether you're missing something He has for you, or felt pressure to become someone you're not, this episode offers practical wisdom and powerful encouragement. 👉 Listen now and discover why God’s blessing doesn’t require you to become someone else—it requires you to trust Him. 🎧 Listen to this weekend's full sermon first, then come back here to go deeper. New episodes drop midweek. Subscribe so you never miss a conversation. Like, share, and comment if this episode hit home. As always, shoot us your questions at and enjoy today's episode. Also, check out our and the Playlist titled "Questions with Craig" for more resources. Or submit your for our care team. ============================= Continuing The Conversation: Feed Credits ============================= HOST:: Tanner Lowe, Craig Smith PRODUCTION + MIXING:: Zac Anderson CREATIVE DIRECTOR:: Colin McFarland VIDEO + SEO DIRECTORS:: Zac Anderson, Colin McFarland A Product of The Mission Hills Podcast Network in Littleton, CO. © Mission Hills Church - All Rights Reserved /episode/index/show/missionhillsco/id/41516240