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December 21, 2025
Christmas reminds us that God doesn’t wait for us to find our way to Him—He came to us first. In this powerful message from Big Valley Grace Community Church, Pastor Joel walks through John 3, revealing how Jesus descended from heaven to bring us eternal life and why every person must be born again through faith in Christ.Whether you’re celebrating a mountaintop season or walking through grief, loneliness, addiction, uncertainty, or spiritual questions, this biblical message offers hope. Through the conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus, you’ll discover what it truly means to receive new life, experience God’s grace, and respond to His invitation to salvation. Along the way, you’ll hear inspiring testimonies of lives transformed by Jesus, reminding us that the gospel still changes hearts today.If you’ve been searching for how to grow in faith, what it means to be born again, Christian encouragement for difficult seasons, how to receive eternal life, or understanding John 3 and God’s plan of salvation, this message will encourage, challenge, and point you to the life-changing hope found only in Jesus Christ.Watch, share, and invite someone who needs to hear that God meets us exactly where we are and offers new life through His Son.#BornAgain #John3 #EternalLife #FaithInJesus #BigValleyGrace
December 14, 2025
Christmas is more than a season of preparation—it’s an invitation to prepare your heart for Jesus. In this powerful message from Big Valley Grace, we explore the humility of Christ in Philippians 2 and discover how His descent from heaven to earth transforms the way we live, love, and lead.Through Jesus’ example of selfless humility, you’ll learn why true greatness is found in serving others, how humility brings unity, and what it looks like to glorify God in everyday life. Whether you’re seeking Christian encouragement for difficult seasons, wondering how to grow in faith, learning how to become more like Jesus, or looking for practical biblical principles for living with humility, this message offers timeless truth and practical application.As we prepare our hearts during the Christmas season, we’re challenged to move beyond holiday traditions and make room for God’s transforming work. Discover how living to lift others up, surrendering pride, and following Christ’s example can deepen your relationship with God and impact those around you.If you’re longing to experience spiritual growth, strengthen your walk with Christ, and embrace the heart of Christmas, this message will encourage and equip you to take your next step of faith.#ChristmasDevotional #BiblicalHumility #Philippians2 #PrepareHimRoom #ChristianGrowth
December 7, 2025
Who are you—really? In the opening message of The Descent series, Pastor Joel from Big Valley Grace Community Church explores one of life’s deepest questions by revealing that our identity doesn’t begin with us—it begins with Jesus Christ. Drawing from John 1, Genesis 1, Colossians 1, and Revelation 21, this message shows that Jesus is the eternal Word, the Light of the World, and the One through whom all things were created.If you’ve been searching for purpose, struggling with insecurity, or wondering how to find your identity in Christ, this biblical teaching offers lasting hope. Discover how to grow in faith, understand what the Bible says about identity, and experience the peace that comes from knowing Jesus as your beginning and your end. Pastor Joel explains why true life, lasting purpose, and reconciliation with God are found only through Christ, challenging us to stop defining ourselves by the world and instead anchor our lives in Him.Whether you’re exploring Christianity, walking through a difficult season, or seeking Christian encouragement for finding purpose, this message will strengthen your faith and point you to the One who gives life, light, and lasting identity.#IdentityInChrist #John1 #PurposeInChrist #BiblicalIdentity #BigValleyGrace
July 19, 2026
When suffering is the result of our own choices, where do we turn? In this powerful message from Ben at Big Valley Grace, we journey through Psalm 39 to discover that even when sin leads us into painful valleys, God’s grace still leads us toward hope, healing, and transformation.David’s honest prayer reminds us that suffering isn’t the end of the story. As we cry out to God, gain His perspective, take responsibility for our sin, and embrace genuine repentance, we find that our hope is found in the Lord alone. This biblical message offers practical encouragement for anyone seeking how to overcome guilt and shame, finding hope after failure, biblical repentance, Christian encouragement for difficult seasons, or how to grow in faith through suffering.Through relatable stories, biblical truth, and the hope of the gospel, Ben points us to Jesus—the One who suffered for our sins so we could experience forgiveness, restoration, and new life. No matter how far you’ve wandered or how heavy your circumstances feel, God is still able to redeem what seems broken and build something beautiful through surrendered hearts.If this message encourages you, share it with someone who needs hope today, and subscribe for more biblical teaching from Big Valley Grace.#Psalm39 #BiblicalRepentance #HopeAfterFailure #ChristianEncouragement #FaithThroughSuffering
July 12, 2026
Join Big Valley Grace as we dive deep into Psalm 23, one of the most beloved and powerful passages in Scripture. In this faith-filled message, we explore three transformative pictures: the peace of green pastures, the presence of God in life’s darkest valleys, and the overflowing blessing of His table—even in the presence of enemies. Whether you’re seeking how to grow in faith, overcoming spiritual battles, or hearing God’s voice with clarity, this sermon will remind you that Jesus, the Good Shepherd, is with you every step of the way.Perfect for anyone longing for Christian encouragement in difficult seasons or desiring a fresh perspective on biblical leadership principles, this message will equip you to trust God’s guidance, find rest in His care, and embrace His purpose for your life. Let Psalm 23 renew your heart and strengthen your walk with Christ.#Psalm23 #GoodShepherd #FaithInHardTimes #SpiritualBreakthrough #BiblicalEncouragement
July 5, 2026
This Fourth of July weekend, join Pastor Ben Kelly as he unpacks Psalm 33 and reveals how true freedom and lasting hope are found not in national pride alone, but in the unchanging character of God. Discover why the psalmist calls us to shout for joy in the Lord, trust in His sovereignty, and place our hope in His steadfast love—especially in seasons of uncertainty or personal struggle.In this powerful message, Ben shares his own journey from fear and secrecy to freedom, illustrating how God’s Word and community can transform our lives. Learn how to look up beyond circumstances, celebrate God’s creation and control, and experience the peace that comes from trusting in His promises. Perfect for anyone seeking biblical encouragement for difficult seasons, how to grow in faith, or overcoming spiritual battles.At Big Valley Grace Church, we believe in a faith that’s bold, hope-driven, and Spirit-led. Whether you’re a new believer or a seasoned Christian, this message will inspire you to praise God with your whole heart and find your ultimate hope in Him.#HopeInGod #Psalm33 #FaithOverFear #BigValleyGrace #TrueFreedom
June 28, 2026
Will the next generation know the Lord? In this special message from Big Valley Grace Community Church, recorded during America’s 250th anniversary week, Pastor Joel opens Psalm 145 to explore one of the most urgent questions any believer can ask: how is faith passed from one generation to the next?Through three guiding questions — who is the Lord and what has he done, how will I know the Lord, and how will I influence the next generation to know the Lord — this message unpacks the character of God using vivid generational themes, from AI and shrinking attention spans to social media’s hunger for affirmation. And it doesn’t stop there. Big Valley Grace member Shelley Lamar shares a deeply personal testimony of job loss, a cancer diagnosis, and God’s faithfulness in the middle of it all — a powerful, real-life picture of generational testimony in action.If you’ve ever wondered what it actually looks like to know God, worship him, and serve him in a way that shapes the people coming after you, this message will challenge and equip you to be generation one for your family’s faith legacy.📖 One generation shall commend your works to another, and shall declare your mighty acts. — Psalm 145:4#Psalm145 #NextGeneration #KnowTheLord #BookOfPsalms #BigValleyGrace
June 21, 2026
What to Do When You’re Afraid — Finding Peace in God’s Presence | Psalm 34Fear is normal. Every one of us deals with it — fear of trouble, fear of not having enough, fear of danger, fear of what tomorrow holds. But you don’t have to stay there. In this powerful message from Big Valley Grace Community Church, we walk through Psalm 34, where King David — a man on the run for his life, hiding in enemy territory, afraid and desperate — shows us exactly what to do with fear.David was in the city of Gath, Goliath’s hometown, recognized and in danger, with nowhere left to turn. And yet Psalm 34 opens with worship. How? Because David knew the secret: fear leads to prayer, and prayer leads to the presence of God — and in his presence, everything changes.This message addresses the fears we all carry but rarely say out loud: financial fears, fear of losing what matters most, fear of real danger, and the deep fear that we’re not going to be okay. Whether your fear came on slowly or hit you all at once, God has a solution — and it’s not a strategy or a self-help plan. It’s a person. It’s Jesus.Discover what it means to seek the Lord, look to him, cry out to him, and find that he is near to the brokenhearted — and that his perfect love casts out fear.#Psalm34 #FearNotBibleVerse #BigValleyGrace #TrustingGod #OvercomingFear
June 14, 2026
When the Wicked Seem to Win — Finding Contentment in God | Psalm 73Have you ever looked at people who seem to do everything wrong and still get everything they want — and wondered, what’s the point of living right? You’re not alone. In this honest and practical message from Big Valley Grace Community Church, Pastor Joel walks through Psalm 73, where a worship leader named Asaf confesses that envy, regret, and wrestling with God nearly caused him to stumble.Whether you’re struggling with comparison, discontentment, or the feeling that following God just isn’t paying off the way you expected — this psalm speaks directly to where you are. Asaf’s perspective shift, from obsessing over the wicked to fixing his eyes on God, is a roadmap for anyone in the middle of a faith struggle.Discover how observing the wicked leads to envy, regret, and spiritual wrestling — and how one word, “until,” changes everything. When Asaf enters the sanctuary of God, his perspective transforms completely. He sees the future of the wicked, recognizes his own sin, and is reminded of God’s faithfulness — that God holds him, guides him, and is bringing him to glory.The question this message leaves you with: who will control your perspective? The wicked — or God?#Psalm73 #ContentmentInGod #BigValleyGrace #FaithOverEnvy #Psalms
June 7, 2026
Who is really watching your life — and who are you living for? In this opening message of a new summer series through the Psalms, Pastor Joel opens Psalm 1 to show us the two routes every person is on, the two outcomes those routes lead to, and the one audience that actually matters.With vivid contrasts between the unrighteous life and the righteous life, between King Saul and King David, and between cultural acceptance and biblical righteousness, this message cuts straight to one of the most foundational questions you’ll ever face: who are you living for?Whether you’re someone who has drifted far from God, someone who feels unseen and exhausted, or someone who wants to go deeper in your walk with Jesus — Psalm 1 meets you right where you are. It’s short. It’s rich. And it describes two very different destinations.The Lord sees you right now. The question is: are you paying attention to him?📖 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.#Psalm1 #TwoWays #BookOfPsalms #RighteousLife #BigValleyGrace
May 31, 2026
Everyone has a story. But what makes a Christian testimony different from any other story? In this final message of the Love Made Known series from Big Valley Grace Community Church, Pastor Joel opens 1 John 5:1–13 to show us that a Christian testimony isn’t just a personal experience — it’s a witness of facts concerning Jesus Christ.From the baptism and crucifixion of Jesus, to the witness of the Holy Spirit, the Father, and our own spiritual rebirth, this message walks through six powerful, verifiable facts that form the foundation of every Christian testimony. And it doesn’t just stay in the pages of scripture — it comes alive in the story of two middle school students whose faith at Prescott Middle School sparked a prayer movement that’s still growing.Whether you’re eight years old or eighty, whether you’re brand new to faith or have been following Jesus for decades, this message will equip and inspire you to share your testimony with someone in your life this week.Every van is going somewhere. The best stories are about the best facts. And the best facts are in the word of God.📖 And this is the testimony: God gave us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. — 1 John 5:11#ChristianTestimony #FirstJohn #LoveMadeKnown #EternalLife #BigValleyGrace
May 26, 2026
What does it look like when the love of God radically transforms a person — even an enemy? In this powerful message from Big Valley Grace Community Church, guest speaker Pastor Tim Ginosa of Valley Grace Church opens 1 John 4:7–21 to show us the outrageous, confronting, sacrifice-driven love of God that doesn’t just change us — it compels us to go and love others the same way.From a former skinhead transformed by Jesus, to Brandt Jean forgiving the officer who killed his brother in one of the most unforgettable courtroom moments in recent memory, to an NFL player’s encounter with a linebacker who loved him enough to ask the hard question — this message is full of real stories of what God’s love actually does when it takes root in a human life.If you’ve been loved by God, you’ve been sent to love others. Even your enemies. Even at great cost. That’s not a suggestion — it’s the mark of everyone who has truly encountered the love of Christ.📖 We’ve been loved so that we would go love.#OutrageousLove #FirstJohn #GodIsLove #LoveMadeKnown #BigValleyGrace
May 17, 2026
What kind of fruit is your life producing — and what root system is it coming from? In this rich and practical message from Big Valley Grace Community Church, Pastor Joel walks through 1 John 3:11–24 to show us what authentic, organic Christianity actually looks like. And it comes down to three simple words: love one another.From the story of Cain and Abel to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, this message traces two root systems — one rooted in the evil one, one rooted in righteousness — and shows how the fruit of your life reveals which one you belong to. Real love isn’t just words. It’s action. It’s sacrifice. It’s obedience. And it’s possible only because the Holy Spirit of God lives in every true believer.Whether you’re overwhelmed by what it means to follow Jesus, struggling with a guilty conscience, or simply wondering how to take your next step of faith, this message will help you break it down into something you can actually do: love one another.If people came to your farmers market today, what would they find?📖 Love is not a feeling. It’s a root system producing real fruit.#LoveMadeKnown #FirstJohn #LoveOneAnother #HolySpirit #BigValleyGrace
May 10, 2026
What does it mean to be called a child of God — and how does that identity actually change the way you live? In this warm and powerful Mother’s Day message from Big Valley Grace Community Church, Pastor Joel opens 1 John chapter 3 to show us the most important person we could ever look up to and become like: Jesus.Just as children naturally begin to reflect the parents they spend time with, followers of Jesus are being transformed — day by day, mirror by mirror — into his likeness. Through three clear truths from Scripture, you’ll discover what it looks like to grow as God’s child: knowing Jesus leads to becoming like Jesus, practicing sin less, and practicing righteousness more.Whether you’re brand new to faith or have been walking with Jesus for years, this message will challenge and encourage you to live like what you are — a child of God. Not through striving or performance, but through the daily, transforming relationship of knowing him.If you believe God is your Father, behave like you are his child.📖 You represent a name. Make sure it’s his.#ChildrenOfGod #FirstJohn #BecominLikeJesus #MothersDaySermon #BigValleyGrace
May 3, 2026
Don’t Be Deceived — How to Recognize Spiritual Deception and Stand Firm | 1 John 2:18–27The word “antichrist” can feel unsettling — even scary. But what if understanding it is actually one of the most practical things you can do for your faith? In this message from Big Valley Grace Community Church, Pastor Ben walks through 1 John 2:18–27 and brings clarity to a topic many Christians avoid, showing why you can’t afford to keep your eyes closed to spiritual deception.John warns believers that while a singular Antichrist is coming, many antichrists are already here — people and influences that deny who Jesus is and work to pull believers away from the truth. They abandon the church, deny the faith, and assault the people of God through subtle lies and outright deception. And if you’re living for Jesus, you will experience these attacks.So what do you do? You abide. This message unpacks what it practically looks like to abide in Christ — to stay anchored in the truth of the gospel so that when deception comes, and it will, you’re not caught off guard. From whispers that tell you to avoid hard conversations, to teaching that puts the focus on you instead of Jesus, Pastor Ben gets specific about the forms deception takes in everyday life.The turbulence is coming. But you already know the destination.#AbideInChrist #Antichrist #BigValleyGrace #TruthOverDeception #1John
April 26, 2026
What if the things you’re chasing for satisfaction were never meant to fully satisfy you — and what if that’s actually good news?In this message from 1 John 2:12–17, Pastor Ben Kelly unpacks one of the most honest and hopeful truths in Scripture: that everlasting satisfaction can only be found in Jesus Christ. Not because the good things of life are bad, but because they were never designed to be the final destination.Drawing from John’s letter to early believers — and from real-life moments like snowboarding gloves bought on a credit card and a mother’s words at the graveside of her husband — Pastor Ben shows three reasons we can find lasting contentment in Jesus: we are forgiven, we know the Father, and we are victors in the faith.He then turns to the world’s counterfeit offers — the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life — and shows why they always leave us wanting more. But the message doesn’t end in defeat. The good things of life, held with the right posture of heart, become foretastes of heaven.Watch, be encouraged, and take your next step.#1John #SatisfactionInJesus #BigValleyGrace #EverlastingSatisfaction #ChristianLiving
April 19, 2026
Do you have doubts about your faith? Doubts about God’s forgiveness, about whether you’re truly saved, about whether love and acceptance are really available to you?You’re not alone — and you’re not disqualified. In this honest and encouraging message from Big Valley Grace Community Church, Pastor Joel opens 1 John 2:1–11 to show us exactly what to do with our doubts about faith in Jesus Christ.Through two powerful faith tests from the Apostle John, you’ll discover that assurance of salvation isn’t found by having all the answers — it’s found by knowing, loving, and obeying Jesus. When you obey his commands, you’ll know that you know him. When you love one another, you’ll walk in the light.Whether you’re brand new to faith, quietly struggling in the middle of your walk with God, or carrying the weight of broken relationships and unresolved sin, this message will meet you right where you are — with truth, compassion, and a clear path forward.Doubt isn’t the opposite of faith. It’s an invitation to put your faith to the test.📖 True followers of Jesus have assurance — because they know, love, and obey him.#OvercomingDoubt #FirstJohn #AssuranceOfSalvation #LoveMadeKnown #BigValleyGrace
April 12, 2026
A Life Like No Other — Why Jesus Is the Most Important Person in History | 1 John 1:1–4Why does Jesus of Nazareth matter more than any other person who has ever lived? In a culture full of confusion, distortion, and apathy toward Jesus, this question has never been more important to answer correctly. In this opening message of the Love Made Known series from Big Valley Grace Community Church, Pastor Joel digs into 1 John 1:1–4 and unpacks why Jesus Christ — the God man — is the one and only basis for true Christian fellowship and eternal life.This message is for anyone who’s been curious about Jesus but never fully explored who he really is, for longtime believers who want to go deeper, and for anyone who knows something is missing but can’t quite identify what.Discover what it means that Jesus is both fully divine and fully human, why the early disciples couldn’t stop talking about him, and how knowing this life changes everything. Pastor Joel also walks through four keys from the letter of 1 John — promoting full joy, pressing on in holiness, pursuing correct doctrine, and having assurance of salvation — that are the foundation for a complete and flourishing life in Christ.Don’t be apathetic toward Jesus. Have a passion to know him, share him, and enjoy the life he offers.#LoveMadeKnown #1John #BigValleyGrace #WhoIsJesus #EternalLife
April 5, 2026
What if the peace you’ve been looking for has already been made available to you?In this Easter message from Luke 24:36–53, Pastor Joel unpacks the moment Jesus appeared to his disciples on the very day he rose from the dead — and shows why that moment changes everything for us today. Before that encounter, the disciples were crushed, grieving, and full of despair. After it, they were worshipping with great joy. The difference? God showed up and revealed himself.Drawing from the resurrection account and key passages in Ephesians and Colossians, Pastor Joel traces four reasons why the peace of Jesus is available to every person: the bodily resurrection of Jesus, the fulfilled prophecies of Scripture, the death of Jesus on the cross, and the ascension of Jesus into heaven.Whether you’ve never believed, have walked away, or have followed Jesus for years — this message is an invitation to let God do for you what you cannot do for yourself: give you peace that actually holds.He is risen. And because he is, peace is available to you right now.Watch, be encouraged, and take your next step.#Easter #HeIsRisen #ResurrectionSunday #BigValleyGrace #PeaceInJesus
March 29, 2026
What if the most ancient Jewish feast was always pointing to Jesus? In this fascinating and eye-opening presentation at Big Valley Grace Community Church, David Brickner of Jews for Jesus walks us through the Passover Seder — and reveals how every element of this 3,500-year-old celebration is woven with breathtaking pictures of Jesus the Messiah.From the unleavened bread that is striped, pierced, broken, and buried — to the four cups, the bitter herbs, the afikoman, and the blood on the doorpost — the Passover isn’t just Jewish history. It’s a detailed portrait of the gospel, painted centuries before Christ ever walked the earth.
Whether you’re exploring the Jewish roots of your Christian faith, curious about how the Old and New Testaments connect, or simply want to understand communion and the Last Supper on a deeper level, this message will transform the way you read Scripture.Discover why Jesus is the ultimate Passover Lamb — and why a feast celebrated in Jewish homes around the world every year still carries the greatest news humanity has ever heard.📖 Christ in the Passover — the story was always his.#ChristInThePassover #JewishRootsOfFaith #JesusTheMessiah #PassoverAndGospel #JewsForJesus
March 22, 2026
Stop Procrastinating on God — Three Things You Cannot Put Off Any Longer | Hosea 14We all procrastinate. But what happens when we kick the can down the road on the most important things in life — our faith, our relationship with God, our response to his call? In this closing message of the Hosea series from Big Valley Grace Community Church, the challenge is simple and urgent: don’t wait.Walking through Hosea chapter 14, this message unpacks three things you cannot afford to postpone. Turn to God — because sin is a universal problem and God is the only solution. Take the gift — because Jesus has already purchased forgiveness, eternal life, and a flourishing life for you, and it’s just sitting there unclaimed. And respond in obedience — because God’s ways are right and walking in them is where real life is found.Whether you’ve never surrendered your life to Jesus, or you’re a longtime believer who’s been putting off a next step in your faith — this message speaks directly to where you are. God is not done pursuing you. The time is now.Featuring a powerful gospel invitation and a look at how Hosea points forward to Romans 10 and the good news of Jesus Christ.#DontWait #Hosea #BigValleyGrace #TurnToGod #GospelMessage
March 15, 2026
What if the thing standing between you and God isn’t your sin — but your misunderstanding of his heart?In this message from Hosea 11, Pastor Joel unpacks one of the most intimate and surprising portraits of God in all of Scripture. Through the story of Israel’s repeated unfaithfulness and God’s stunning refusal to give up on them, we discover that God the Father doesn’t just tolerate us — he cares for us, has compassion on us, and conquers on our behalf.Drawing from the rare Hebrew concept of “hesed” — steadfast love — Pastor Joel shows that God’s heart toward you is not one of animosity, indifference, or disappointment. It is a heart of a caring father who taught you to walk, a compassionate father who chose restraint over wrath, and a conquering father whose record is undefeated.Whether you’ve been burned by broken trust, carrying animosity toward God, or simply wondering what God actually thinks of you — this message will change the way you see him.God always tells the truth. And he loves you.Watch, be encouraged, and take your next step.#Hosea #GodsHeart #SteadfastLove #BigValleyGrace #WhoIsGod
March 8, 2026
What happens when life falls apart — when your marriage, your family, your home, or your trust in leadership has cracked or crumbled? In this raw and honest message from Big Valley Grace Community Church, Pastor Joel walks through one of the most difficult chapters in all of Scripture — Hosea chapter 4 — and delivers a word that is hard to hear but impossible to ignore.God has a controversy with his people. And through five areas of failure — a failed marriage, a failed family, a failed home, failed leadership, and failed religion — he exposes the brokenness we all carry. But the controversy isn’t the end of the story. It’s an invitation back.If you’ve been wandering in failure, carrying wounds from broken relationships, spiritual abuse, or your own sin, this message offers a clear and compassionate path forward: get help to know God, get help to know God’s ways, and get help to understand God’s consequences.Whether you’re in the middle of a crisis or quietly disconnecting from God, this message will meet you where you are — and point you toward healing in Jesus Christ.📖 Stop wandering in failure. Start walking in faithfulness.#BookOfHosea #LoveNeverFails #BiblicalHealing #BrokenAndRestored #BigValleyGrace
March 1, 2026
How to Keep Pursuing the Lost When You Feel Like Giving Up | Hosea 3What do you do when loving someone feels impossible? When the person you’re pursuing — a prodigal child, a wayward friend, a lost family member — just keeps pulling away? In this powerful message from Big Valley Grace Community Church, Pastor Joel walks through Hosea chapter 3 and reveals how God’s relentless pursuit of an unfaithful people is the model for how we love the difficult people in our lives.Using the image of a marathon runner hitting the wall, this message asks the question we all eventually face: why are we still running? When loving the lost feels costly, when forgiving the wayward feels impossible, when the results seem nowhere in sight — God’s word speaks directly into that place of discouragement and calls us back to the goal.Discover three anchors that keep you from giving up: the command to love even enemies, the costly example of Christ’s sacrificial love, and the freeing truth that the results belong to God — not you. Whether you’re praying for a prodigal son or daughter, a lost friend, or a wayward loved one, this message will renew your hope and remind you who you’re running for.Jesus is the why. Don’t give up.#NeverGiveUp #PrayingForTheProdigal #BigValleyGrace #HopeInJesus #PursuingTheLost
February 22, 2026
Have you ever wished you could go back and make a different decision — and wondered if it’s too late for a fresh start?In this message from Hosea 2, Pastor Joel unpacks one of the most tender and searching passages in all of Scripture: God’s relentless pursuit of a people who have turned away from him. Through the layered story of the prophet Hosea, his unfaithful wife, and the nation of Israel, we see a picture of a God who doesn’t give up — a heavenly Father standing with arms open wide saying, “It’s so good to see you. How have you been?”Drawing from his own experiences of receiving mercy and walking through Celebrate Recovery, Pastor Joel shows three practical steps for how to get a fresh start with God: surrendering what you can’t control, setting boundaries that protect you from returning to sin, and starting over with the God who restores everything.Whether you’ve walked away from God, a relationship, or yourself — this message is for you. God’s mercies are new every morning, and it’s not too late.Watch, be encouraged, and take your next step.#Hosea #FreshStart #BigValleyGrace #GodsMercy #CelebrateRecovery
February 15, 2026
Have you ever felt like you’ve gone too far to be forgiven? Like the distance between you and God is too great? In this compelling message from Big Valley Grace Community Church, we open the book of Hosea — and what we find is one of the most raw, shocking, and beautiful pictures of God’s love and mercy in all of Scripture.Through the unlikely story of a prophet commanded to marry an unfaithful woman, God delivers an unmistakable message to his people: I have not given up on you. When hardships reveal what’s really in our hearts, when sin shapes and damages our relationships, God’s promises still give us hope.If you’ve been carrying shame, guilt, or the fear that you’ve gone too far — this message is for you. Discover how God’s mercy meets us in our worst moments, why love that never fails isn’t just a saying but a biblical promise, and what it looks like to receive grace you didn’t earn and don’t deserve.
This is week one of our series Love Never Fails, exploring the book of Hosea.📖 God isn’t done with you. His mercy is still available.#LoveNeverFails #BookOfHosea #GodsLoveAndMercy #BiblicalHope #ChristianFaith
February 8, 2026
Do Not Be Afraid — How to Keep Serving God When Fear Stops You | Acts 18Fear is real — and God knows exactly what you’re afraid of.In this powerful message from Big Valley Grace Community Church, Pastor Joel walks through Acts 18, where the Apostle Paul finds himself in one of the most difficult seasons of his life, surrounded by opposition, rejection, and very real threats. And yet, in the middle of that fear, God shows up.If you’ve ever felt too afraid to take the next step in your faith — too overwhelmed to keep going, too beaten down by rejection to try again — this message speaks directly to where you are. God’s word to Paul is the same word he has for you today: Do not be afraid, but go on.Discover three practical, biblical reasons you can keep serving God even when you’re afraid: his presence, his plan, and his power. Learn how to move past fear and rejection in sharing your faith, what it looks like when God shows up in the darkest moments, and why you are never as alone as the enemy wants you to believe.Whatever fear you’re carrying right now — God sees it, God knows it, and God has a word for you.#DoNotBeAfraid #OvercomingFear #BigValleyGrace #FaithOverFear #ActsOfFaith
February 1, 2026
What if the God you’ve been searching for has already been searching for you?In this message from Acts 17:22–31, Pastor Scott unpacks Paul’s bold address to the philosophers and idol worshippers of Athens — and shows why it’s just as relevant today. Whether you’ve been spiritually curious your whole life, walked away from faith, or quietly wondered if God is even real, this message speaks directly to where you are.Pastor Scott walks through three powerful truths from this passage: that we are all searching for something to worship, that God is the creator — not a created thing we can manage or tame — and that God is sovereign and intentionally near, closer than you think and pursuing you long before you started looking for him.Drawing from personal stories and honest humor, Pastor Scott challenges us to examine what we’re really worshipping, confront the idols we’ve built — money, status, family, comfort — and respond to the God who doesn’t just tolerate our searching but invites us into relationship through Jesus Christ.The unknown God of Athens has a name. And today, he is calling you to respond.Watch, be encouraged, and take your next step.#ActsOfTheApostles #TheGodYoureLookingFor #BigValleyGrace #WhoIsGod #Repentance
January 25, 2026
What city are you building your life on? In this powerful message from Big Valley Grace Community Church, Pastor Joel takes us through Acts 17:1–15 to reveal three cities — and three very different ways people respond to the Word of God.From Thessalonica’s dangerous resistance to Berea’s noble eagerness, and ultimately to the eternal city of New Jerusalem, this message challenges you to examine the foundation your life is built on. Are you resisting King Jesus, or are you ready and waiting for Him?If you’ve been struggling to find stability, peace, or purpose, the answer isn’t a new strategy — it’s a firmer foundation. This message will show you how daily engagement with Scripture transforms your life from the ground up, and why receiving, examining, and believing God’s Word is the most powerful thing you can do.
Whether you’re new to faith or looking to go deeper, this message offers practical biblical truth on building an unshakeable life, eagerly waiting on Jesus, and finding your eternal home in Him.📖 Open your Bible. Move the ribbon. Build on the Rock.#BiblicalFoundation #ActsChapter17 #ChristianLiving #WordOfGod #BigValleyGrace
January 18, 2026
Are You Truly Available to God? | Being Used by God in Your Everyday LifeWhat does it really mean to make yourself available to God — not just in theory, but in the middle of your busy, ordinary life? In this message, Pastor Ben unpacks the powerful story of Paul and Silas in Acts 16, where two men — wrongfully beaten and thrown in prison — chose worship over self-pity at midnight. What happened next changed not just their circumstances, but an entire household.This message from Big Valley Grace Community Church will challenge you to examine what (or who) is truly the goal and prize of your life. Whether it’s your career, your comfort, your family, or even football — whatever holds the highest place shapes your availability to God.
You’ll discover why being available to God doesn’t require a perfect schedule, why God consistently works through busy people, and how speaking up in someone’s darkest moment can change their eternity. If you’ve ever felt too busy, too ordinary, or too unqualified to be used by God, this message is for you.God doesn’t wait for the convenient moment. He calls us to be ready for the whatever and the whenever.#AvailableToGod #ActsOfFaith #BigValleyGrace #BeingUsedByGod #ChristianEncouragement
January 11, 2026
What has God uniquely called you to — and how does that calling connect to something so much bigger than yourself?In this message from Acts 15:30–16:10, Pastor Joel unpacks one of the most practical and encouraging truths in Scripture: that God calls each one of us individually and together for his glory. Whether you’ve been following Jesus for decades or you’re just beginning to ask what your life is supposed to be about, this message will give you five clear, actionable ways to live out your calling right now.Drawing from the early church’s second missionary journey — and from his own story of raising a family of nine children — Pastor Joel shows how God works through our unique backgrounds, our imperfect teams, and even our failures to advance his purpose. If you’ve ever wondered how to find your place in the church, how to serve where God has gifted you, or how to hear God’s direction when the path isn’t clear, this message will encourage and challenge you to take your next step.You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to be willing.Watch, be encouraged, and take your next step.#BookOfActs #CalledByGod #BigValleyGrace #ChristianPurpose #FollowingJesus