
What happens when faith doesn't look like a miracle?Hebrews 11 is known as the “Hall of Faith”—a chapter filled with men and women who trusted God, stepped out in faith, saw miracles, conquered kingdoms, received promises, and experienced God's power.But Hebrews 11 also tells the story of people who were tortured, mocked, imprisoned, stoned, and sawn in two.And Scripture calls them faithful too.In this message, Pastor Nathan Bentley challenges us to examine what our faith is really built on. Is our faith dependent on God giving us the outcome we want—or is our faith rooted in who God is and what He has already done?Faith isn't just believing God can do something.Faith is trusting Him even when He doesn't do what we expected.Pastor Nathan walks through Hebrews 11 and challenges us to develop the kind of faith that can withstand disappointment, suffering, uncertainty, and sacrifice—and still say:He is worthy.This message challenges us to stop resisting the Holy Spirit, pursue God's presence, and develop a faith that isn't built around comfort but around conviction.“He is worthy to be praised, He is worthy to live for, He is worthy to die for, He is worthy to worship.”If you've ever struggled with disappointment, unanswered prayer, suffering, or wondering where God is in the middle of a difficult season, this message is for you.For more on LifePoint Church go to lifepointaz.com Check out our merch store https://lifepointaz-shop.fourthwall.comFind all our links in one easy spot https://linktr.ee/lifepointaz Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifepointaz Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifepointchurchaz/
Sep 20
41 min

How do you know when God is speaking to you? And what keeps you from hearing His voice?In this message, Pastor Nathan Bentley continues through Hebrews 10 and into the themes of faith and the better covenant, exploring what it means to have confidence before God, draw near to His presence, hold fast to our confession, and live by faith.Because of the sacrifice of Jesus, we don't approach God from a place of condemnation or distance. We have confidence to enter the presence of God through the blood of Jesus.But learning to walk with God also means learning to recognize His voice.Pastor Nathan walks through practical ways to develop that relationship with the Holy Spirit and identifies several obstacles that can interfere with hearing and responding to God—including fear, unforgiveness, lack of surrender, distrust, and idols.You'll also learn why hearing God's voice isn't simply about receiving information. It's about relationship, surrender, obedience, and learning to recognize the One who is speaking.“You have heard the voice of God before. You just didn't know it.”This message challenges us to stop treating God like a genie we only approach when we need something and instead develop a relationship with the Holy Spirit where we continually listen, respond, and obey.For more on LifePoint Church go to lifepointaz.com Check out our merch store https://lifepointaz-shop.fourthwall.comFind all our links in one easy spot https://linktr.ee/lifepointaz Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifepointaz Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifepointchurchaz/
Sep 13
1 hr

What does your fruit reveal about the source of your life?Jesus said, “For each tree is known by its own fruit.” But what did He actually mean?In this message, Pastor Christy Bentley takes a deeper look at Jesus' teaching about fruit, the vine and the branches, and what it really means to abide in Christ.It's easy to mistake outward appearance for spiritual fruit. We can serve, know Scripture, teach, attend church, and do all the things that look like Christianity—yet still be operating from our own strength rather than remaining connected to Jesus. Pastor Christy explores the difference between dead works and the fruit of the Spirit, explaining why the source matters more than the appearance.For more on LifePoint Church go to lifepointaz.com Check out our merch store https://lifepointaz-shop.fourthwall.comFind all our links in one easy spot https://linktr.ee/lifepointaz Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifepointaz Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifepointchurchaz/
Sep 6
48 min

What does the blood of Jesus actually do for you?Hebrews 9 points us to one of the central truths of the Gospel: Jesus didn't simply offer another sacrifice—He offered Himself once and for all, securing eternal redemption through His own blood.In this message, Pastor Nathan Bentley continues our journey through Hebrews and explores the power of the blood of Jesus, the new covenant, direct access to God's presence, and what Christ's sacrifice means for believers today.The Old Testament tabernacle was a picture of something greater to come. The high priest could enter the Holy of Holies only once a year, but Jesus entered the true heavenly holy place once and for all through His own blood. And because of Jesus, we don't have to wait for someone else to approach God on our behalf.The way is open.The blood of Jesus gives us access to the presence of God now—not merely someday when we die. But the message goes even deeper.What does it mean for our conscience to be cleansed from “dead works”? What happens when we stop approaching God through religion and begin pursuing relationship with Him? And what does it look like to actually worship God in spirit and truth?Pastor Nathan challenges us to move beyond simply knowing about God and learn to encounter Him through the Holy Spirit. He explores what it means to quiet our minds, surrender our time, listen to God, and allow the Spirit within us to take the lead. The blood of Jesus didn't merely make you a better person.It made you a new creation.You don't have to wait until eternity to know God.The door is open.The curtain has been torn.The blood has been shed.Come into His presence.For more on LifePoint Church go to lifepointaz.com Check out our merch store https://lifepointaz-shop.fourthwall.comFind all our links in one easy spot https://linktr.ee/lifepointaz Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifepointaz Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifepointchurchaz/
Aug 30
45 min

What if you're so focused on your past or worried about your future that you're missing what God wants to do in your life right now?In this powerful message, Elder Tom Rakoczy challenges us to live in the present and recognize the presence of God in the ordinary moments of our lives.Our past is real, but it doesn't have to paralyze us. Our future matters, but fear and anxiety about what is coming can keep us from hearing what God is saying today.Tom reminds us that biblical Christianity isn't simply about waiting for eternity—it is about living with God here and now.The question isn't simply, “What has God done?” or “What is God going to do?”What is God doing right now?Throughout the message, Elder Tom shares personal stories from decades of ministry, including how God taught him to recognize the Holy Spirit's voice in seemingly insignificant moments, how God used his wife as a spiritual mentor, and how the Lord gave him a new understanding of painful experiences from his childhood. He also shares a powerful testimony from surviving a heart attack and experiencing the peace of God in the middle of intense physical pain—a reminder that God's presence doesn't mean we won't walk through difficult circumstances; it means we don't walk through them alone.And perhaps the greatest challenge of the message:What would happen if we stopped waiting for someday and started responding to God today?God is not merely the God of your past or your future.He is here.He is present.And He wants to speak to you today.“When we live in the present and we move and have our being, no day is just another ordinary day, because we are his offspring.”For more on LifePoint Church go to lifepointaz.com Check out our merch store https://lifepointaz-shop.fourthwall.comFind all our links in one easy spot https://linktr.ee/lifepointaz Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifepointaz Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifepointchurchaz/
Aug 24
48 min

Why does God's discipline sometimes feel like punishment when the Bible says it is an expression of His love?In Hebrews 12, we're challenged to lay aside every weight and sin that holds us back, run with endurance, and keep our eyes fixed on Jesus. But what does it actually look like to live a disciplined Christian life?In this message, Pastor Mike Shamburg explores God's discipline, spiritual growth, Christian discipleship, and the things that can keep us from moving forward in our walk with Christ.Hebrews teaches that God's discipline is not rejection or punishment—it is training and education from a Father who loves His children. Although discipline may not feel good in the moment, it produces the peaceful fruit of righteousness in those who allow themselves to be trained by it.But discipline isn't only about what God is doing to us. It's also about how we intentionally choose to walk with Christ.Work. Family. Sports. Responsibilities. Social media. Exhaustion. Even good things can become distractions when they take Jesus out of first place.How often do we tell Jesus, “You must wait”?For more on LifePoint Church go to lifepointaz.com Check out our merch store https://lifepointaz-shop.fourthwall.comFind all our links in one easy spot https://linktr.ee/lifepointaz Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifepointaz Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifepointchurchaz/
Aug 17
51 min

What if Christians can believe in the power of God—but still live powerless lives?In this message from the Misunderstood series, Pastor Douglas tackles one of the most debated questions in Christianity: Are the gifts of the Holy Spirit still for today?What is cessationism? What is continuationism? And more importantly, what does Scripture actually teach about the supernatural power of God?Pastor Douglas shares his own journey from what he describes as “practical cessationism” toward a hunger for everything God has made available through the Holy Spirit. He examines Scripture, the return of Christ, the gifts of the Spirit, healing, prophecy, visions, miracles, and what it means for believers to live with genuine spiritual power.But this message isn't simply about winning a theological debate.It's about hunger.Are we willing to believe God for more? Are we allowing disappointment, fear, tradition, or past experiences to determine what we believe God can do today?And then Pastor Douglas shares an extraordinary personal testimony of what happened when his newborn daughter stopped breathing—and God answered prayer.The question isn't simply whether you believe God can move.Do you believe He still wants to move through His people?For more on LifePoint Church go to lifepointaz.com Check out our merch store https://lifepointaz-shop.fourthwall.comFind all our links in one easy spot https://linktr.ee/lifepointaz Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifepointaz Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifepointchurchaz/
Aug 9
44 min

Can women preach?Did Paul really command women to remain silent in church?Few topics have created more discussion—and more division—within Christianity than the role of women in ministry.In this message from the Misunderstood series, Pastor Nathan Bentley carefully examines 1 Timothy 2, 1 Corinthians 11, and 1 Corinthians 14, exploring the historical context, Greek language, and the broader witness of Scripture.Rather than asking what tradition says, this message asks:What does the Bible actually teach?Whether you agree or disagree, this sermon will challenge you to study Scripture deeply and allow God's Word—not culture or tradition—to shape your convictions.For more on LifePoint Church go to lifepointaz.com Check out our merch store https://lifepointaz-shop.fourthwall.comFind all our links in one easy spot https://linktr.ee/lifepointaz Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifepointaz Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifepointchurchaz/
Aug 2
1 hr 3 min

One of the most quoted verses in the Bible is also one of the most misunderstood.Did Jesus really teach that Christians should never judge anyone? Or was He warning against a different kind of judgment altogether?In this message, Pastor Jamie Ferrara walks through Luke 6 and other key passages to explain the difference between condemnation and righteous judgment. You'll discover why Jesus calls believers to examine themselves first, restore others with gentleness, and extend the same mercy we've received through Christ.This message explores how mercy and truth work together, why discernment is essential in today's culture, and how understanding God's heart changes the way we respond to others.Whether you've been hurt by judgment, struggled to receive correction, or wondered what Jesus really meant when He said, "Judge not," this sermon will challenge and encourage you.For more on LifePoint Church go to lifepointaz.com Check out our merch store https://lifepointaz-shop.fourthwall.comFind all our links in one easy spot https://linktr.ee/lifepointaz Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifepointaz Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifepointchurchaz/
Jul 26
51 min

Are aliens real? Could UFOs be demonic? What should Christians believe if the world experiences "disclosure?"In this message from the Misunderstood series, Pastor Tim explores one of the most talked-about subjects in today's culture through the lens of Scripture.Rather than building a theology around headlines or conspiracy theories, this message challenges believers to develop a biblical worldview rooted in Jesus Christ.Beginning in Genesis and tracing the unseen realm throughout Scripture, this sermon explores topics such as the Nephilim, spiritual warfare, angelic beings, the Tower of Babel, deception in the last days, and why Christians don't need to fear whatever tomorrow brings.Whether you're curious about UFOs, wondering if aliens exist, or simply wanting to understand what the Bible teaches about the supernatural, this message points to the One who reigns over every power and authority.The goal isn't to understand every mystery of the unseen realm.It's to know the King who rules over it all.For more on LifePoint Church go to lifepointaz.com Check out our merch store https://lifepointaz-shop.fourthwall.comFind all our links in one easy spot https://linktr.ee/lifepointaz Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifepointaz Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifepointchurchaz/
Jul 19
47 min
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