Momentum Church Podcast (2024)

Jesus was a Master Storyteller. He told fictional stories to drive home powerful spiritual lessons. Let’s sit at his feet and ask, “What spiritual ‘next step’ is Jesus asking me to take?” #MoStoryteller

worship = “worth shape” (old English)

to be shaped by the worth of something

#MoChurch

Have you ever sang “carpool karaoke” on a long trip with friends or family? Psalm 127 & 128 are back-to-back “songs” in the Bible that were sung by ancient families as they traveled together. They’re both packed with lyrics about God, mamas, daddies, children, & grandchildren. #MoFamilySong

Have you ever sang “carpool karaoke” on a long trip with friends or family? Psalm 127 & 128 are back-to-back “songs” in the Bible that were sung by ancient families as they traveled together. They’re both packed with lyrics about God, mamas, daddies, children, & grandchildren. #MoFamilySong

Jason Lu speaks on Hearing God and Moving from Religion to Relationship with our creator and savior.

Does God really change lives? Followers of Jesus claim that He does. They say, in the words of the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, “My life got flip turn’d upside-down!” #MoFlip

Does God really change lives? Followers of Jesus claim that He does. They say, in the words of the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, “My life got flip turn’d upside-down!” #MoFlip

Does God really change lives? Followers of Jesus claim that He does. They say, in the words of the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, “My life got flip turn’d upside-down!” #MoFlip

Does God really change lives? Followers of Jesus claim that He does. They say, in the words of the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, “My life got flip turn’d upside-down!” #MoFlip

Throughout history, countless artists have depicted the last week of Jesus’ life, the crucifixion, and the resurrection. Each week, we will examine one thought-provoking painting, along with the corresponding scriptures, to contemplate God’s epic story of sacrifice and victory. #MoArtOfEaster

Throughout history, countless artists have depicted the last week of Jesus’ life, the crucifixion, and the resurrection. Each week, we will examine one thought-provoking painting, along with the corresponding scriptures, to contemplate God’s epic story of sacrifice and victory. #MoArtOfEaster

Throughout history, countless artists have depicted the last week of Jesus’ life, the crucifixion, and the resurrection. Each week, we will examine one thought-provoking painting, along with the corresponding scriptures, to contemplate God’s epic story of sacrifice and victory. #MoArtOfEaster

Are you just in it for the free chalupas, or are you ready to become a true disciple of Jesus? #MoChurch

Our Lead Minister, Dan Smith, leads us up the Stepladder to Happiness based on the Sermon on the Mount where Jesus introduced his followers to a life of a authentic Christian discipleship and the attainment of true happiness.

Jesus said, “Store up for yourselves treasures in heaven” (Matthew 6:20). But how? #GiveItUpForGod

Jesus said, “Store up for yourselves treasures in heaven” (Matthew 6:20). But how? #GiveItUpForGod

Jesus said, “Store up for yourselves treasures in heaven” (Matthew 6:20). But how? #GiveItUpForGod

Brian Baldwin, Dean of Students at Great Lakes Christian College is our Guest Speaker

“I like big Bibles, and I cannot lie!” This is the opening line from a viral comedy song / music video created by our Lead Minister, Dan Smith (Google “Baby Got Book X”). This internet banger is all about a dude who loves the Scriptures and is searching for a godly lady who feels the same way.

Psalm 119 was also written by a poet who absolutely “delighted” in God’s Word. It’s the longest psalm (and chapter) in the entire Bible, and it’s jam-packed with spiritual nuggets about developing a growing relationship with God. From basics to advanced tips, these messages are a great way to start the New Year! #ILikeBigBibles

“I like big Bibles, and I cannot lie!” This is the opening line from a viral comedy song / music video created by our Lead Minister, Dan Smith (Google “Baby Got Book X”). This internet banger is all about a dude who loves the Scriptures and is searching for a godly lady who feels the same way.

Psalm 119 was also written by a poet who absolutely “delighted” in God’s Word. It’s the longest psalm (and chapter) in the entire Bible, and it’s jam-packed with spiritual nuggets about developing a growing relationship with God. From basics to advanced tips, these messages are a great way to start the New Year! #ILikeBigBibles

“I like big Bibles, and I cannot lie!” This is the opening line from a viral comedy song / music video created by our Lead Minister, Dan Smith (Google “Baby Got Book X”). This internet banger is all about a dude who loves the Scriptures and is searching for a godly lady who feels the same way.

Psalm 119 was also written by a poet who absolutely “delighted” in God’s Word. It’s the longest psalm (and chapter) in the entire Bible, and it’s jam-packed with spiritual nuggets about developing a growing relationship with God. From basics to advanced tips, these messages are a great way to start the New Year! #ILikeBigBibles

“I like big Bibles, and I cannot lie!” This is the opening line from a viral comedy song / music video created by our Lead Minister, Dan Smith (Google “Baby Got Book X”). This internet banger is all about a dude who loves the Scriptures and is searching for a godly lady who feels the same way.

Psalm 119 was also written by a poet who absolutely “delighted” in God’s Word. It’s the longest psalm (and chapter) in the entire Bible, and it’s jam-packed with spiritual nuggets about developing a growing relationship with God. From basics to advanced tips, these messages are a great way to start the New Year! #ILikeBigBibles

Christmas is about the incarnation -- God becoming a human baby. John 1:1-14 says God (a.k.a., The Word) became flesh. Christmas is also about Jesus being the personification of some divine metaphors & attributes. #MoChurchChristmas

Christmas is about the incarnation -- God becoming a human baby. John 1:1-14 says God (a.k.a., The Word) became flesh. Christmas is also about Jesus being the personification of some divine metaphors & attributes. #MoChurchChristmas

Mousa Saliba's Story, Jamie Steele's Story, Amplify HS Boys Panel

Enemies relentlessly plotted, conspired, slandered, pursued, surrounded, and attacked a man named David. If your world is filled with drama, strife, and opposition, David’s prayer journal (The Book of Psalms) will provide you with a boatload of counsel and comfort. #MoNMEs

Enemies relentlessly plotted, conspired, slandered, pursued, surrounded, and attacked a man named David. If your world is filled with drama, strife, and opposition, David’s prayer journal (The Book of Psalms) will provide you with a boatload of counsel and comfort. #MoNMEs

Enemies relentlessly plotted, conspired, slandered, pursued, surrounded, and attacked a man named David. If your world is filled with drama, strife, and opposition, David’s prayer journal (The Book of Psalms) will provide you with a boatload of counsel and comfort. #MoNMEs

Enemies relentlessly plotted, conspired, slandered, pursued, surrounded, and attacked a man named David. If your world is filled with drama, strife, and opposition, David’s prayer journal (The Book of Psalms) will provide you with a boatload of counsel and comfort. #MoNMEs

Some people avoid certain uncomfortable topics—topics like monsters. Not only will we talk about monsters, but we’ll dig into the scriptures to prove they exist. Well…kinda. Metaphorically speaking. #MoMonsters

Some people avoid certain uncomfortable topics—topics like monsters. Not only will we talk about monsters, but we’ll dig into the scriptures to prove they exist. Well…kinda. Metaphorically speaking. #MoMonsters

Some people avoid certain uncomfortable topics—topics like monsters. Not only will we talk about monsters, but we’ll dig into the scriptures to prove they exist. Well…kinda. Metaphorically speaking. #MoMonsters

Some people avoid certain uncomfortable topics—topics like monsters. Not only will we talk about monsters, but we’ll dig into the scriptures to prove they exist. Well…kinda. Metaphorically speaking. #MoMonsters

Jesus often used stories and common cultural images to teach people about faith. In that vein, every year Momentum asks, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

Jesus often used stories and common cultural images to teach people about faith. In that vein, every year Momentum asks, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

Jesus often used stories and common cultural images to teach people about faith. In that vein, every year Momentum asks, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

Jesus often used stories and common cultural images to teach people about faith. In that vein, every year Momentum asks, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

When you get some bad news. When you get some awesome news. When you feel disconnected and alone. When you suddenly have a crisis on your hands and need to ask someone, “Will you please take my kids? I’m not sure when I’ll be back.” These are the moments when we question: “Who cares?”

#MoChurchCares

When you get some bad news. When you get some awesome news. When you feel disconnected and alone. When you suddenly have a crisis on your hands and need to ask someone, “Will you please take my kids? I’m not sure when I’ll be back.” These are the moments when we question: “Who cares?”

#MoChurchCares

When you get some bad news. When you get some awesome news. When you feel disconnected and alone. When you suddenly have a crisis on your hands and need to ask someone, “Will you please take my kids? I’m not sure when I’ll be back.” These are the moments when we question: “Who cares?”

#MoChurchCares

Most people want to relate to Jesus on their own terms, but a “fake Jesus” that we create to meet our needs can’t really change or challenge us. If you want a Jesus that can actually transform you, you have to search for the real Jesus. In the earliest gospel account in existence, a writer named Mark introduces us to “The Real Jesus.” #MoRealJesus

Most people want to relate to Jesus on their own terms, but a “fake Jesus” that we create to meet our needs can’t really change or challenge us. If you want a Jesus that can actually transform you, you have to search for the real Jesus. In the earliest gospel account in existence, a writer named Mark introduces us to “The Real Jesus.” #MoRealJesus

Here are some of the epic meltdowns of the Bible. Take a look at how God responds when we totally lose it. #MoMeltdown

Here are some of the epic meltdowns of the Bible. Take a look at how God responds when we totally lose it. #MoMeltdown

Here are some of the epic meltdowns of the Bible. Take a look at how God responds when we totally lose it. #MoMeltdown

Here are some of the epic meltdowns of the Bible. Take a look at how God responds when we totally lose it. #MoMeltdown

Here are some of the epic meltdowns of the Bible. Take a look at how God responds when we totally lose it. #MoMeltdown

In Mark’s Gospel account, he shares a chain of stories about people (especially religious people) who clash with Christ over a handful of topics. Btw, that’s ill-advised. #MoCLASH

In Mark’s Gospel account, he shares a chain of stories about people (especially religious people) who clash with Christ over a handful of topics. Btw, that’s ill-advised. #MoCLASH

In Mark’s Gospel account, he shares a chain of stories about people (especially religious people) who clash with Christ over a handful of topics. Btw, that’s ill-advised. #MoCLASH

In Mark’s Gospel account, he shares a chain of stories about people (especially religious people) who clash with Christ over a handful of topics. Btw, that’s ill-advised. #MoCLASH

Most people want to relate to Jesus on their own terms. But a “fake Jesus” that we create to meet our needs can’t really change or challenge us. If you want a Jesus that can actually transform you, you have to search for the real Jesus. In the earliest Gospel account in existence, a writer named Mark introduces us to “The Real Jesus.” #MoRealJesus

Most people want to relate to Jesus on their own terms. But a “fake Jesus” that we create to meet our needs can’t really change or challenge us. If you want a Jesus that can actually transform you, you have to search for the real Jesus. In the earliest Gospel account in existence, a writer named Mark introduces us to “The Real Jesus.” #MoRealJesus

Jeremy Speth, an Elder here at Momentum, shares his story about his spiritual journey and service.

Jesus used parables and familiar images to teach people about God “in plain English.” That’s why, every once in a while, we break out some old comic books and talk about how they connect to the Bible. #MoSuperhero

Parable = a story with a spiritual point

Jesus used parables and familiar images to teach people about God “in plain English.” That’s why, every once in a while, we break out some old comic books and talk about how they connect to the Bible. #MoSuperhero

Parable = a story with a spiritual point

Jesus used parables and familiar images to teach people about God “in plain English.” That’s why, every once in a while, we break out some old comic books and talk about how they connect to the Bible. #MoSuperhero

Parable = a story with a spiritual point

NOTE: In this series, our Lead Minister will be using The Action Bible (a highly visual, comic-book style version of the Scriptures) as one of his teaching tools. Check it out! Many kids and adults will love it!

Jesus used parables and familiar images to teach people about God “in plain English.” That’s why, every once in a while, we break out some old comic books and talk about how they connect to the Bible. #MoSuperhero

Parable = a story with a spiritual point

Easter Sunday 2023

Around 700 BC, the great prophet Isaiah predicted a mysterious figure called the Servant of the LORD. In four fascinating prophecies, nicknamed “The Servant Songs,” Isaiah presents God’s gospel (“good news”) for humankind. #MoServant

Around 700 BC, the great prophet Isaiah predicted a mysterious figure called the Servant of the LORD. In four fascinating prophecies, nicknamed “The Servant Songs,” Isaiah presents God’s gospel (“good news”) for humankind. #MoServant

Around 700 BC, the great prophet Isaiah predicted a mysterious figure called the Servant of the LORD. In four fascinating prophecies, nicknamed “The Servant Songs,” Isaiah presents God’s gospel (“good news”) for humankind. #MoServant

Around 700 BC, the great prophet Isaiah predicted a mysterious figure called the Servant of the LORD. In four fascinating prophecies, nicknamed “The Servant Songs,” Isaiah presents God’s gospel (“good news”) for humankind. #MoServant

The Scriptures teach us that -- in a sacrificial, lifelong commitment -- true love cleaves, or clings, to one another. So, practically speaking, what does “Love in Cleave-Land” really look like? #MoCleave

Panel of Singles at Momentum Church

The Scriptures teach us that -- in a sacrificial, lifelong commitment -- true love cleaves, or clings, to one another. So, practically speaking, what does “Love in Cleave-Land” really look like? #MoCleave

The Scriptures teach us that -- in a sacrificial, lifelong commitment -- true love cleaves, or clings, to one another. So, practically speaking, what does “Love in Cleave-Land” really look like? #MoCleave

The Scriptures teach us that -- in a sacrificial, lifelong commitment -- true love cleaves, or clings, to one another. So, practically speaking, what does “Love in Cleave-Land” really look like? #MoCleave

The Scriptures teach us that -- in a sacrificial, lifelong commitment -- true love cleaves, or clings, to one another. So, practically speaking, what does “Love in Cleave-Land” really look like? #MoCleave

The Scriptures teach us that -- in a sacrificial, lifelong commitment -- true love cleaves, or clings, to one another. So, practically speaking, what does “Love in Cleave-Land” really look like? #MoCleave

Mike Love, a member of our Preaching Team brings us a message on storing up our treaures in Heaven.

Most people want to relate to Jesus on their own terms. But a “fake Jesus” that we create to meet our needs can’t really change or challenge us. If you want a Jesus that can actually transform you, you have to search for the real Jesus. In the earliest Gospel account in existence, a writer named Mark introduces us to “The Real Jesus.” #MoRealJesus

Most people want to relate to Jesus on their own terms. But a “fake Jesus” that we create to meet our needs can’t really change or challenge us. If you want a Jesus that can actually transform you, you have to search for the real Jesus. In the earliest Gospel account in existence, a writer named Mark introduces us to “The Real Jesus.” #MoRealJesus

Most people want to relate to Jesus on their own terms. But a “fake Jesus” that we create to meet our needs can’t really change or challenge us. If you want a Jesus that can actually transform you, you have to search for the real Jesus. In the earliest Gospel account in existence, a writer named Mark introduces us to “The Real Jesus.” #MoRealJesus

Most people want to relate to Jesus on their own terms. But a “fake Jesus” that we create to meet our needs can’t really change or challenge us. If you want a Jesus that can actually transform you, you have to search for the real Jesus. In the earliest Gospel account in existence, a writer named Mark introduces us to “The Real Jesus.” #MoRealJesus

The original Christmas story is about a gracious God and His gifts to any who will humbly accept them. As this awesome holiday approaches, let’s prepare to experience His presence and His presents. #MoChurchChristmas

The original Christmas story is about a gracious God and His gifts to any who will humbly accept them. As this awesome holiday approaches, let’s prepare to experience His presence and His presents. #MoChurchChristmas

The original Christmas story is about a gracious God and His gifts to any who will humbly accept them. As this awesome holiday approaches, let’s prepare to experience His presence and His presents. #MoChurchChristmas

This past Sunday, some of our Momentum Staff shared their powerful stories with us.

Back in the day, a mixtape was a compilation of songs, typically from a bunch of different sources, all recorded (a.k.a. “dubbed”) onto the same cassette. The Book of Psalms is the mixtape of the Bible. A compilation of “songs” from different writers, genres, & moods, all collected in one book. Let’s listen together. #MoMixtape

Back in the day, a mixtape was a compilation of songs, typically from a bunch of different sources, all recorded (a.k.a. “dubbed”) onto the same cassette. The Book of Psalms is the mixtape of the Bible. A compilation of “songs” from different writers, genres, & moods, all collected in one book. Let’s listen together. #MoMixtape

Back in the day, a mixtape was a compilation of songs, typically from a bunch of different sources, all recorded (a.k.a., “dubbed”) onto the same cassette. The Book of Psalms is the mixtape of the Bible. A compilation of “songs” from different writers, genres, & moods, all collected in one book. Let’s listen together. #MoMixtape

Have you ever been haunted by something? Not a poltergeist or the Blair Witch but something even scarier. The late philosopher/theologian Paul Tillich once said that modern man is disturbed by three anxieties that nothing in this world can satisfy: meaninglessness, guilt, & death. On a brighter note, God tells us that He is the only one big enough to chase those specters away. #MoHaunted

Have you ever been haunted by something? Not a poltergeist or the Blair Witch but something even scarier. The late philosopher/theologian Paul Tillich once said that modern man is disturbed by three anxieties that nothing in this world can satisfy: meaninglessness, guilt, & death. On a brighter note, God tells us that He is the only one big enough to chase those specters away. #MoHaunted

Have you ever been haunted by something? Not a poltergeist or the Blair Witch but something even scarier. The late philosopher/theologian Paul Tillich once said that modern man is disturbed by three anxieties that nothing in this world can satisfy: meaninglessness, guilt, & death. On a brighter note, God tells us that He is the only one big enough to chase those specters away. #MoHaunted

Greg Nettle, our guest speaker is President of Stadia - New Church Planting Strategies. Brings us our message today on Matthew 7:3-5

Jesus often used stories and common cultural images to teach people about faith. In that vein, every year, Momentum asks, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

Jesus often used stories and common cultural images to teach people about faith. In that vein, every year, Momentum asks, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

Jesus often used stories and common cultural images to teach people about faith. In that vein, every year, Momentum asks, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

Jesus often used stories and common cultural images to teach people about faith. In that vein, every year, Momentum asks, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

These first-century stories from the Book of Acts underscore one message: Jesus is for everyone. #MoGoodNews

These first-century stories from the Book of Acts underscore one message: Jesus is for everyone. #MoGoodNews

These first-century stories from the Book of Acts underscore one message: Jesus is for everyone. #MoGoodNews

These first-century stories from the Book of Acts underscore one message: Jesus is for everyone. #MoGoodNews

Jesus is the most influential and controversial figure in history. However, a lot of people don't really know much about his story, other than maybe his birth, death, and resurrection. So for the first-time church attender or the life-long Christian, here are some “Jesus Stories.” #MoJesusStories

Jesus is the most influential and controversial figure in history. However, a lot of people don't really know much about his story, other than maybe his birth, death, and resurrection. So for the first-time church attender or the life-long Christian, here are some “Jesus Stories.” #MoJesusStories

Jesus is the most influential and controversial figure in history. However, a lot of people don't really know much about his story, other than maybe his birth, death, and resurrection. So for the first-time church attender or the life-long Christian, here are some “Jesus Stories.” #MoJesusStories

Jesus is the most influential and controversial figure in history. However, a lot of people don't really know much about his story, other than maybe his birth, death, and resurrection. So for the first-time church attender or the life-long Christian, here are some “Jesus Stories.” #MoJesusStories

Jesus is the most influential and controversial figure in history. However, a lot of people don't really know much about his story, other than maybe his birth, death, and resurrection. So for the first-time church attender or the life-long Christian, here are some “Jesus Stories.” #MoJesusStories

Jesus is the most influential and controversial figure in history. However, a lot of people don't really know much about his story, other than maybe his birth, death, & resurrection. So for the first-time church attender or the life-long Christian, here are some “Jesus Stories.” #MoJesusStories

Back in 1980 Pac-Man was released in the U.S., and we were overtaken with something called “Pac-Man Fever.” What metaphorical lessons can we learn about God and faith from the hours upon hours some of us have spent in bean bag chairs with controllers in our hands? #MoPacMan

Back in 1980 Pac-Man was released in the U.S., and we were overtaken with something called “Pac-Man Fever.” What metaphorical lessons can we learn about God and faith from the hours upon hours some of us have spent in bean bag chairs with controllers in our hands? #MoPacMan

Back in 1980Pac Man was released in the U.S., and we were overtaken with something called "Pac-Man Fever." What metaphorical lessons can we learn about God and faith from the hours upon hours some of us have spent in bean bag chairs with controllers in our hands? #MoPacMan

Here are some valuable lessons we can learn from baseball about life, God and faith. #MoChurch

Everyone has priorities. You’ll love this message if these three are anywhere in your Top 10 — or if you want them to be. If football doesn’t make your list, we still think you’ll love this message. #MoChurch

These first-century stories from the Book of Acts underscore one message: Jesus is for everyone. #MoGoodNews

These first-century stories from the Book of Acts underscore one message: Jesus is for everyone. #MoGoodNews

These first-century stories from the Book of Acts underscore one message: Jesus is for everyone. #MoGoodNews

This Easter we're looking at the end of the Gospel of Mark to better understand the Cross and the Resurrection of Jesus #MoChurch

Our guest speaker, Bert Crabbe, from True North Community Church in Bohemia, NY, brings us a second message in his series on Home Improvement. What are our treasures and what does the Bible teach us about our hearts!

Guest Speaker, Bert Crabbe, lead pastor at True North Community Church in Bohemia, New York brings us a message on developing Spiritual Habits that bring us into a closer relationship the Lord.

Our Elder, Jason Lu, brings us a message on Worshipping our great and awesome God. Galations 2:20

The more you see the greatness of God, the more you'll see the greatness of the human individual. #MoChurch

Is happiness even possible? Psalm 1 says there are two different roads that people can travel. One of those roads leads to joy.#Mochurch

The Book of Proverbs describes Wisdom personified as a woman who gives incredible advice on many different topics. She “calls aloud” and “raises her voice in the public square” (Proverbs 1:20), but many foolishly “refuse to listen” (Proverbs 1:24). BUT for those who listen: “Wisdom will save you” (Proverbs 2:21). In this short series we will take a look at several power-packed little proverbs that tell us what Wisdom has to say about money. #MoMoneyWisdom

The Book of Proverbs describes Wisdom personified as a woman who gives incredible advice on many different topics. She “calls aloud” and “raises her voice in the public square” (Proverbs 1:20), but many foolishly “refuse to listen” (Proverbs 1:24). BUT for those who listen: “Wisdom will save you” (Proverbs 2:21). In this short series we will take a look at several power-packed little proverbs that tell us what Wisdom has to say about money. #MoMoneyWisdom

The Book of Proverbs describes Wisdom personified as a woman who gives incredible advice on many different topics. She “calls aloud” and “raises her voice in the public square” (Proverbs 1:20), but many foolishly “refuse to listen” (Proverbs 1:24). BUT for those who listen: “Wisdom will save you” (Proverbs 2:21). In this short series we will take a look at several power-packed little proverbs that tell us what Wisdom has to say about money. #MoMoneyWisdom

Bert Crabbe, Pastor of True North Community Church in Long Island, New York is our guess speaker. What's in your basem*nt that you don't want anyone to know about? Does it need to be cleaned out? Our God is in the transformation!

“Religious” people are typically uncomfortable with their feelings. Secular people often glorify the expression of their feelings, as if that’s an end in itself. The book of Psalms offers us a third option for dealing with our emotions: we pray them. The psalms show us how to share our negative emotions in raw, unfiltered prayers while simultaneously asking, “Lord, what do you want for me...instead?” #MoInstead

“Religious” people are typically uncomfortable with their feelings. Secular people often glorify the expression of their feelings, as if that’s an end in itself. The book of Psalms offers us a third option for dealing with our emotions: we pray them. The psalms show us how to share our negative emotions in raw, unfiltered prayers while simultaneously asking, “Lord, what do you want for me...instead?” #MoInstead

“Religious” people are typically uncomfortable with their feelings. Secular people often glorify the expression of their feelings, as if that’s an end in itself. The book of Psalms offers us a third option for dealing with our emotions: we pray them. The psalms show us how to share our negative emotions in raw, unfiltered prayers while simultaneously asking, “Lord, what do you want for me...instead?” #MoInstead

“Religious” people are typically uncomfortable with their feelings. Secular people often glorify the expression of their feelings, as if that’s an end in itself. The book of Psalms offers us a third option for dealing with our emotions: we pray them. The psalms show us how to share our negative emotions in raw, unfiltered prayers while simultaneously asking, “Lord, what do you want for me...instead?” #MoInstead

This Christmas we will reflect on, and possibly marvel at, Isaiah’s prophecies (c. 700 B.C.) about the coming God-Child. This is the gospel (“good news”) according to Isaiah. #MoChurchChristmas

This Christmas we will reflect on, and possibly marvel at, Isaiah’s prophecies (c. 700 B.C.) about the coming God-Child. This is the gospel (“good news”) according to Isaiah. #MoChurchChristmas

Our Elder, Jason Peterson brings a message about the Great Commission and Chain Reactions!

Whenever someone hurts or mistreats you, Jesus says you should drop the F-bomb on ‘em. Wait. Not that F-bomb, though. This is a powerful series about dropping the F-bomb of “forgiveness” on your family, your friends, and even your enemies. BOOM!! #MoFBomb

Whenever someone hurts or mistreats you, Jesus says you should drop the F-bomb on ‘em. Wait. Not that F-bomb, though. This is a powerful series about dropping the F-bomb of “forgiveness” on your family, your friends, and even your enemies. BOOM!! #MoFBomb

Whenever someone hurts or mistreats you, Jesus says you should drop the F-bomb on ‘em. Wait. Not that F-bomb, though. This is a powerful series about dropping the F-bomb of “forgiveness” on your family, your friends, and even your enemies. BOOM!! #MoFBomb

Whenever someone hurts or mistreats you, Jesus says you should drop the F-bomb on ‘em. Wait. Not that F-bomb, though. This is a powerful series about dropping the F-bomb of “forgiveness” on your family, your friends, and even your enemies. BOOM!! #MoFBomb

Some people avoid certain uncomfortable topics - topics like monsters. Not only will we talk about monsters, but we we'll dig into the scriptures to prove they exist. Metaphorically speaking. #MoMonsters

Some people avoid certain uncomfortable topics—topics like monsters. Not only will we talk about monsters, but we’ll dig into the scriptures to prove they exist. Well…kinda. Metaphorically speaking. #MoMonsters

Some people avoid certain uncomfortable topics—topics like monsters. Not only will we talk about monsters, but we’ll dig into the scriptures to prove they exist. Well…kinda. Metaphorically speaking. #MoMonsters

Damian Boyd, author of The Hope Challenge Devotional, a 50 Day Journey of Encouragement and Renewal, is our guest speaker. Damian brings us a message about hope in the midst of fear, loss and discouragement.

Jesus often used stories and common cultural images to teach people about faith. In that vein, every year, Momentum asks, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” This year we dip into some classics that we have never used in the movies series! #MoMovies

Jesus often used stories and common cultural images to teach people about faith. In that vein, every year, Momentum asks, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” This year we dip into some classics that we have never used in the movies series! #MoMovies

Jesus often used stories and common cultural images to teach people about faith. In that vein, every year, Momentum asks, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” This year we dip into some classics that we have never used in the movies series! #MoMovies

Jesus often used stories and common cultural images to teach people about faith. In that vein, every year, Momentum asks, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” This year we dip into some classics that we have never used in the movies series! #MoMovies

With all that’s been going on, don’t you feel the need to hit the “Refresh” button? #MomentumRefresh

With all that’s been going on, don’t you feel the need to hit the “Refresh” button? #MomentumRefresh

With all that’s been going on, don’t you feel the need to hit the “Refresh” button? #MomentumRefresh

With all that’s been going on, don’t you feel the need to hit the “Refresh” button? #MomentumRefresh

Jesus was a Master Storyteller. He told fictional stories to drive home powerful spiritual lessons. Let’s sit at his feet and ask, “What ‘next step’ is Jesus asking me to take?” #MoStoryteller

Jesus was a Master Storyteller. He told fictional stories to drive home powerful spiritual lessons. Let’s sit at his feet and ask, “What ‘next step’ is Jesus asking me to take?” #MoStoryteller

Jesus was a Master Storyteller. He told fictional stories to drive home powerful spiritual lessons. Let’s sit at his feet and ask, “What ‘next step’ is Jesus asking me to take?” #MoStoryteller

Jesus was a Master Storyteller. He told fictional stories to drive home powerful spiritual lessons. Let’s sit at his feet and ask, “What ‘next step’ is Jesus asking me to take?” #MoStoryteller

Jesus was a Master Storyteller. He told fictional stories to drive home powerful spiritual lessons. Let’s sit at his feet and ask, “What ‘next step’ is Jesus asking me to take?” #MoStoryteller

Jesus was a Master Storyteller. He told fictional stories to drive home powerful spiritual lessons. Let’s sit at his feet and ask, “What ‘next step’ is Jesus asking me to take?” #MoStoryteller

God loves music and singing! He enjoys soft, pretty worship AND rowdy, celebratory praise. Some Psalm 100 says, "Make a joyful noise!"

God loves music and singing. He enjoys soft, pretty worship AND rowdy, celebratory praise. Psalm 100 says, “Make a joyful noise!” #MoChurchNoise

God loves music and singing. He enjoys soft, pretty worship AND rowdy, celebratory praise. Psalm 100 says, “Make a joyful noise!” #MoChurchNoise

God loves music and singing. He enjoys soft, pretty worship AND rowdy, celebratory praise. Psalm 100 says, “Make a joyful noise!” #MoChurchNoise

God loves music and singing. He enjoys soft, pretty worship AND rowdy, celebratory praise. Psalm 100 says, “Make a joyful noise!” #MoChurchNoise

Footholds (A series on faith, doubt, & reason) Everyone has doubts. Theists and Christians have doubts about whatever they believe. But so do agnostics and atheists. Everyone is looking for footholds.

Everyone has doubts. Theists and Christians have doubts about what they believe. But so do agnostics and atheists. Everyone is looking for footholds. #MoFootholds

Everyone has doubts. Theists and Christians have doubts about what they believe. But so do agnostics and atheists. Everyone is looking for footholds. #MoFootholds

Everyone has doubts. Theists and Christians have doubts about what they believe. But so do agnostics and atheists. Everyone is looking for footholds. #MoFootholds

Everyone has doubts. Theists and Christians have doubts about what they believe. But so do agnostics and atheists. Everyone is looking for footholds. #MoFootholds

Throughout history, countless artists have depicted the last week of Jesus’ life, the crucifixion, and the resurrection. Each week, we will examine one thought-provoking painting, along with the corresponding scriptures, to contemplate God’s epic story of sacrifice and victory. #MoEaster

Throughout history, countless artists have depicted the last week of Jesus’ life, the crucifixion, and the resurrection. Each week, we will examine one thought-provoking painting, along with the corresponding scriptures, to contemplate God’s epic story of sacrifice and victory. #MoEaster

Throughout history, countless artists have depicted the last week of Jesus’ life, the crucifixion, and the resurrection. Each week, we will examine one thought-provoking painting, along with the corresponding scriptures, to contemplate God’s epic story of sacrifice and victory. #MoEaster

Throughout history, countless artists have depicted the last week of Jesus’ life, the crucifixion, and the resurrection. Each week, we will examine one thought-provoking painting, along with the corresponding scriptures, to contemplate God’s epic story of sacrifice and victory. #MoEaster

Momentum is in the business of moving people forward spiritually. We challenge people to take individual next steps on a regular basis. As a church, we also have next steps to take. This morning we hear about one of our exiting next steps as a church of Good News.

Whether you’re grasping at straws or have a pretty good grip on your relationships, here is some godly wisdom that you can hold on to. #MoLoveHandles

Whether you’re grasping at straws or have a pretty good grip on your relationships, here is some godly wisdom that you can hold on to. #MoLoveHandles

Whether you're grasping at straws or have a pretty good grip on your relationships, here is some godly wisdom that you can hold on to. #MoLoveHandles

How does love handle love? Listen as Dan shares 3 views and the mystery found in the Book of Ephesians. #MoLoveHandles

Our Momentum Students, AMPLIFY, lead our Worship Service this morning through sharing their talents in the Worship Band, reading scriptures and sharing their stories. Our Student Leader volunteers also share why they love working with our students!

You want to make changes in 2021, but what's your WHY? Where does your incentive come from? This entire inspiring series will show how we can be motivated by the Gospel itself. That is, "the 'good news"story about Jesus' birth, life, death and resurrection.

#MoMotivated2021

You want to make changes in 2021, but what's your WHY? Where does your incentive come from? This inspiring series will show us how we can be motivated by the Gospel itself. That is, the "Good News" about Jesus' birth, life, death and resurrection! #MoMotivated2021

You want to make changes in 2021, but what's your WHY? Where does your incentive come from? This inspiring series will show us how we can be motivated by the Gospel itself. That is, the "good news" story about Jesus' birth, life, death, and resurrection. #MoMotivated2021

Throughout history, countless artists have depicted the events surrounding the birth of Christ. Each week during this holiday season we will look at one painting, along with the Scriptures, to celebrate the first Christmas.

Our Guest speaker, Greg Nettle from Stadia.

Throughout history, countless artists have depicted the events surrounding the birth of Christ. Each week during this holiday season we will look at one painting, along with the Scriptures, to celebrate the first Christmas #MoChristmas

It turns out, giving up your "right" to be offended can be one of the most freeing, healthy, simplifying, relaxing, refreshing, stress-relieving, encouraging things you can do. #MoOffense

It turns out, giving up your "right" to be offended can be one of the most freeing, healthy, simplifying, relaxing, refreshing, stress-relieving, encouraging things you can do. #MoOffense

It turns out, giving up your “right” to be offended can be one of the most freeing, healthy, simplifying, relaxing, refreshing, stress-relieving, encouraging things you can do.

#MoOffense

It turns out, giving up your “right” to be offended can be one of the most freeing, healthy, simplifying, relaxing, refreshing, stress-relieving, encouraging things you can do.

#MoOffense

It turns out, giving up your “right” to be offended can be one of the most freeing, healthy, simplifying, relaxing, refreshing, stress-relieving, encouraging things you can do.

#MoOffense

Some people avoid certain topics—topics like monsters. Not only are we talking about monsters, but we’re digging into the scriptures to prove they exist. Well…kinda. Metaphorically. #MoMonsters

Some people avoid certain topics—topics like monsters. Not only do we talk about monsters, but we dig into the scriptures to prove they exist. Well…kinda. Metaphorically. #MoMonsters

While some churches altogether avoid the topics of monsters, we fly in the face of the system. Not only will we talk about them, but we’ll dig into the scriptures to prove they exist. Well…kinda. Metaphorically. #MoMonsters

Jesus often used stories and common cultural images to teach people about faith. In that vein, every year, Momentum talks about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asks, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

Jesus often used stories and common cultural images to teach people about faith. In that vein, every year, Momentum talks about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asks, "What can these movies - plus the Bible - teach us about loving God and loving people?"

Our lead minister, Dan Smith, shares the story of David and Jonathan, friends for life in the Old Testament in the Bible.

Jesus often used stories and common cultural images to teach people about faith. In that vein, every year, Momentum talks about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asks, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

Everyone needs a Batman (spiritual mentor). And everyone needs at least one Robin (spiritual apprentice). Jesus had twelve. How valuable are these “Batman & Robin relationships” within Jesus’ church?

#mochurch

With all the changes going on in the world and in our church, where is God calling Momentum next? This is an important message from Dan Smith with an update on Momentum's next steps as a church family.

Event + Response = Outcome

How do you take steps of faith when you are stepping into the unknown? Dan shows us how our obedient steps of faith always lead to God showing up!

Jesus was amazed only twice in the Scriptures. Both instances revolved around issues of faith. One time Jesus marveled at big faith. Another time he was blown away by a lack of faith. How are you “amazing” (verb) Jesus? #MoAmazingJesus

*MoChurch.tv is now live streaming Sundays at 9:30 a.m. & on demand until midnight.

Jesus was amazed only twice in the Scriptures. Both instances revolved around issues of faith. One time Jesus marveled at big faith. Another time he was blown away by a lack of faith. How are you “amazing” (verb) Jesus? #MoAmazingJesus

*MoChurch.tv is now live streaming Sundays at 9:30 a.m. & on demand until midnight.

Our guest speaker, Alex Poindexter, is the Lead Pastor at Polaris Christian Church in Brunswick, Ohio.

Our Lead Pastor, Dan Smith, interviews his friend Damian Boyd, Pastor of Vertical Church in Atlanta. Damian is a speaker,leader, author and lover of God and people.

Guest Speaker Al Dangelo from Rivertree Christian Church

Serving God & people (a.k.a., “ministry”) isn’t something for a special elite class of people.

Church family teamwork makes the dream work! #MoChurch

Serving God & people (a.k.a., “ministry”) isn’t something for a special elite class of people.

Church family teamwork makes the dream work! #MoChurch

Alex Absalom is based at Grace Church in Long Beach, California. He great passion is to see people become disciples of Jesus, and churches become communities that GO and transform their culture.

Serving God & people (a.k.a., “ministry”) isn’t something for a special elite class of people.

Church family teamwork makes the dream work! #MoChurch

Serving God & people (a.k.a., “ministry”) isn’t something for a special elite class of people.

Church family teamwork makes the dream work! #MoChurch

I Thessalonians

Real talk about the fragility of life and the hope of an afterlife. #MoVincible

Real talk about the fragility of life and the hope of an afterlife. #MoVincible

Real talk about the fragility of life and the hope of heaven #MoVincible

God likes noise. He loves to hear His people worship and make music for Him. He enjoys soft, pretty worship accompanied by strings and reverent voices. He also likes rowdy, celebratory praise backed by trumpets and resounding cymbals. So as Psalm 100 says, “Make a joyful noise!” Or as Chuck D. from Public Enemy says, “Bring the noise!”

God likes noise. He loves to hear His people worship and make music for Him. He enjoys soft, pretty worship accompanied by strings and reverent voices. He also likes rowdy, celebratory praise backed by trumpets and resounding cymbals. So as Psalm 100 says, “Make a joyful noise!” Or as Chuck D. from Public Enemy says, “Bring the noise!”

#MoNoise

Primarily we want to help people as they try to succeed spiritually. But we also want to help people win at parenting, at friendship, at dating, at marriage, over addiction, over depression, over bitterness. Help us as we help people!

#HelpingPeopleWin

Primarily we want to help people as they try to succeed spiritually. But we also want to help people win at parenting, at friendship, at dating, at marriage, over addiction, over depression, over bitterness. Help us as we help people!

#HelpingPeopleWin

Primarily we want to help people as they try to succeed spiritually. But we also want to help people win at parenting, at friendship, at dating, at marriage, over addiction, over depression, over bitterness. Help us as we help people!

#HelpingPeopleWin

Primarily we want to help people as they try to succeed spiritually. But we also want to help people win at parenting, at friendship, at dating, at marriage, over addiction, over depression, over bitterness. Help us as we help people!

#HelpingPeopleWin

Sharing wisdom and uncovering myths vs truth on what it means to "help people win" by being Disciples (of Jesus) who make disciples. #mochurch

Have you ever seen the 2009 animated Pixar/Disney movie Up? There are several dogs in the film who are easily distracted whenever they see a bushy-tailed little rodent and (in mid-sentence) yell out, “SQUIRREL!” What’s yoursquirrel?

#MoSquirrel

Have you ever seen the 2009 animated Pixar/Disney movie Up? There are several dogs in the film who are easily distracted whenever they see a bushy-tailed little rodent and (in mid-sentence) yell out, “SQUIRREL!” What’s yoursquirrel?

#MoSquirrel

Have you ever seen the 2009 animated Pixar/Disney movie Up? There are several dogs in the film who are easily distracted whenever they see a bushy-tailed little rodent and (in mid-sentence) yell out, “SQUIRREL!” What’s yoursquirrel?

#MoSquirrel

The Christmas story is a mind-blowing mystery about a King, born in first-century Israel, who had two sides: fully God and fully human. #MoChristmas

The Christmas story is a mind-blowing mystery about a King, born in first-century Israel, who had two sides: fully God and fully human. #MoChristmas

We all carry baggage with us on our journeys. Baggage is anything that separates us from God and others. Some of us are carrying some REALLY heavy stuff. So…how can we deal with the emotional, relational, and spiritual baggage that comes from our negative experiences in the past? #MoBaggage

We all carry baggage with us on our journeys. Baggage is anything that separates us from God and others. Some of us are carrying someREALLYheavy stuff. So…how can we deal with the emotional, relational, and spiritual baggage that comes from our negative experiences in the past? #MoBaggage

We all carry baggage with us on our journeys. Baggage is anything that separates us from God and others. Some of us are carrying someREALLYheavy stuff. So…how can we deal with the emotional, relational, and spiritual baggage that comes from our negative experiences in the past? #MoBaggage

We all carry baggage with us on our journeys. Baggage is anything that separates us from God and others. Some of us are carrying someREALLY heavy stuff. So…how can we deal with the emotional, relational, and spiritual baggage that comes from our negative experiences in the past? #MoBaggage

Thank you Jerry Lowrey, Kirsten Williams, Lew Meadows and Rachel Gregory for sharing your stories. #MoChurch

The Book of Acts(in the Bible) recounts the story of Saul – a borderline maniac who struck fear into the hearts of First-Century Christians. He hated and violently persecutedfollowers of Jesus. And then…(wait for it)…hebecameone. #MoTales

The Book of Acts (in the Bible) recounts the story of Saul – a borderline maniac who struck fear into the hearts of First-Century Christians. He hated and violently persecuted followers of Jesus. And then…(wait for it)…he became one. #MoTales

The Book of Acts (in the Bible) recounts the story of Saul – a borderline maniac who struck fear into the hearts of First-Century Christians. He hated and violently persecuted followers of Jesus. And then…(wait for it)…he became one. #MoTales

The Book of Acts (in the Bible) recounts the story of Saul – a borderline maniac who struck fear into the hearts of First-Century Christians. He hated and violently persecuted followers of Jesus. And then…(wait for it)…he became one. #MoTales

The Book of Acts (in the Bible) recounts the story of Saul – a borderline maniac who struck fear into the hearts of First-Century Christians. He hated and violently persecuted followers of Jesus. And then…(wait for it)…he became one. #MoTales

Momentum is talking about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asking, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

Momentum is talking about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asking, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

Momentum is talking about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asking, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

Momentum is talking about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asking, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

We have a choice. We can play it safe or we can seize the life God has in mind for us. What’s it going to be? Come explore what can happen when we become BOLD. #MoBOLD

We have a choice. We can play it safe or we can seize the life God has in mind for us. What’s it going to be? Come explore what can happen when we become BOLD. #MoBOLD

We have a choice. We can play it safe or we can seize the life God has in mind for us. What’s it going to be? Come explore what can happen when we become BOLD. #MoBOLD

We have a choice. We can play it safe or we can seize the life God has in mind for us. What’s it going to be? Come explore what can happen when we become BOLD. #MoBOLD

I can’t…I won’t…I’ll never… The incessant chattering of the mind has the ability to batter us into immobility. But what if we were meant to listen to something else? What if we were meant to listen to SOMEONE else? If you’ve ever struggled with that voice inside your head that says you are not good enough, this series is for you.

#MoCrashTheBox

I can’t…I won’t…I’ll never… The incessant chattering of the mind has the ability to batter us into immobility. But what if we were meant to listen to something else? What if we were meant to listen to SOMEONE else? If you’ve ever struggled with that voice inside your head that says you are not good enough, this series is for you.

#MoCrashTheBox

I can’t…I won’t…I’ll never… The incessant chattering of the mind has the ability to batter us into immobility. But what if we were meant to listen to something else? What if we were meant to listen to SOMEONE else? If you’ve ever struggled with that voice inside your head that says you are not good enough, this series is for you. #MoCrashTheBox

I can’t…I won’t…I’ll never… The incessant chattering of the mind has the ability to batter us into immobility. But what if we were meant to listen to something else? What if we were meant to listen to SOMEONE else? If you’ve ever struggled with that voice inside your head that says you are not good enough, this series is for you. #MoCrashTheBox

I can’t…I won’t…I’ll never… The incessant chattering of the mind has the ability to batter us into immobility. But what if we were meant to listen to something else? What if we were meant to listen to SOMEONE else? If you’ve ever struggled with that voice inside your head that says you are not good enough, this series is for you. #MoCrashTheBox

God (still) uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. #MoOrdinary

God (still) uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. #MoOrdinary

God (still) uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. #MoOrdinary

God (still) uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. #MoOrdinary

God (still) uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. #MoOrdinar

God (still) uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. #MoOrdinary

Jesus used parables and familiar images to teach people about God “in plain English.” That’s why, every once in a while, we break out the comic books, superhero movies, and the Bible to clearly explain how to “love God” and “love people.” #MoSuperhero

Parable = a story with a spiritual point.

Jesus used parables and familiar images to teach people about God “in plain English.” That’s why, every once in a while, we break out the comic books, superhero movies, and the Bible to clearly explain how to “love God” and “love people.” #MoSuperhero

Parable = a story with a spiritual point.

Jesus used parables and familiar images to teach people about God “in plain English.” That’s why, every once in a while, we break out the comic books, superhero movies, and the Bible to clearly explain how to “love God” and “love people.” #MoSuperhero

Parable = a story with a spiritual point.

Jesus used parables and familiar images to teach people about God “in plain English.” That’s why, every once in a while, we break out the comic books, superhero movies, and the Bible to clearly explain how to “love God” and “love people.” #MoSuperhero

Parable = a story with a spiritual point.

Leading up to the crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus crossed paths with some really interesting characters. Each of them refused to abandon his own quest for control. How can we avoid making the same mistakes they made?

#MoBadBoys

Leading up to the crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus crossed paths with some really interesting characters. Each of them refused to abandon his own quest for control. How can we avoid making the same mistakes they made?

#MoBadBoys

Leading up to the crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus crossed paths with some really interesting characters. Each of them refused to abandon his own quest for control. How can we avoid making the same mistakes they made?

#MoBadBoys

Leading up to the crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus crossed paths with some really interesting characters. Each of them refused to abandon his own quest for control. How can we avoid making the same mistakes they made?

#MoBadBoys

Back in 1980 Pac-Man was released in the U.S., and we were overtaken with something called “Pac-Man Fever.” What metaphorical lessons can we learn about God and faith from the hours upon hours some of us have spent in bean bag chairs with controllers in our hands? #MoPacMan

Back in 1980 Pac-Man was released in the U.S., and we were overtaken with something called “Pac-Man Fever.” What metaphorical lessons can we learn about God and faith from the hours upon hours some of us have spent in bean bag chairs with controllers in our hands? #MoPacMan

Back in 1980 Pac-Man was released in the U.S., and we were overtaken with something called “Pac-Man Fever.” What metaphorical lessons can we learn about God and faith from the hours upon hours some of us have spent in bean bag chairs with controllers in our hands? #MoPacMan

Back in 1980 Pac-Man was released in the U.S., and we were overtaken with something called “Pac-Man Fever.” What metaphorical lessons can we learn about God and faith from the hours upon hours some of us have spent in bean bag chairs with controllers in our hands? #MoPacMan

Guest Speaker, Tim Jones NOTE: We lost power for a short time at 37 minutes.

#MoCnurch

Excitement. Secrecy. Love. Obligation. Connection. Obsession. Shame. Marriage. p*rn. Gift. Abuse. Anticipation. Insecurity. Intimacy. Boredom. Accomplishment. But one word most people can agree on is this: powerful. That’s not an accident. God created sex to be powerful, and He has tons of life-changing wisdom to share with us so that it can be great. So why would it be taboo to talk about “Great Sex” in church?

#MoGreatSex

Excitement. Secrecy. Love. Obligation. Connection. Obsession. Shame. Marriage. p*rn. Gift. Abuse. Anticipation. Insecurity. Intimacy. Boredom. Accomplishment. But one word most people can agree on is this: powerful. That’s not an accident. God created sex to be powerful, and He has tons of life-changing wisdom to share with us so that it can be great. So why would it be taboo to talk about “Great Sex” in church?

#MoGreatSex

Cody Sabol is a speed painter who has used his creative talents to raise thousands of dollars for various charities benefitting people in Pittsburgh and beyond. Cody is a 2017 graduate of Kentucky Christian University where he studied preaching ministry and biblical studies. It was there, he said, where he felt God's presence while covering a canvas with paint, or more accurately, tossing paint onto the canvas. Cody wants to show through his speed painting that Jesus Christ is still here and still working.

#MoChurch

The air conditioner in your minivan stops working. Your toilet won’t flush. Your snow blower is jammed after you ran over a newspaper. Luckily there’s a YouTube video on how to do everything! Wouldn’t it be great if those same easy-to-comprehend DIY tutorials existed for spiritual growth?

#MoCrashCourse

The air conditioner in your minivan stops working. Your toilet won’t flush. Your snow blower is jammed after you ran over a newspaper. Luckily there’s a YouTube video on how to do everything! Wouldn’t it be great if those same easy-to-comprehend DIY tutorials existed for spiritual growth?

#MoCrashCourse

The air conditioner in your minivan stops working. Your toilet won’t flush. Your snow blower is jammed after you ran over a newspaper. Luckily there’s a YouTube video on how to do everything! Wouldn’t it be great if those same easy-to-comprehend DIY tutorials existed for spiritual growth?

#MoCrashCourse

This holiday season Momentum is looking at the intriguing stories of individuals who were there for the very first Christmas – the epic event when God became flesh.

#MoJourneys

This holiday season Momentum is looking at the intriguing stories of individuals who were there for the very first Christmas – the epic event when God became flesh.

#MoJourneys

A special message from our Lead Minister, Dan Smith

This holiday season Momentum is looking at the intriguing stories of individuals who were there for the very first Christmas – the epic event when God became flesh.

#MoJourneys

Seeing a generous God and a generous church in action may be exactly what It takes to help a well-meaning individual become generous.

#MoGeneroUS

Seeing a generous God and a generous church in action may be exactly what It takes to help a well-meaning individual become generous.

#MoGeneroUS

Seeing a generous God and a generous church in action may be exactly what It takes to help a well-meaning individual become generous.

#MoGeneroUS

Seeing a generous God and a generous church in action may be exactly what It takes to help a well-meaning individual become generous.

#MoGeneroUS

While some churches altogether avoid the topics of monsters and Halloween, we fly in the face of the system. Not only will we talk about them, we’ll prove they exist. Well…kinda.

#MoMonsters

While some churches altogether avoid the topics of monsters and Halloween, we fly in the face of the system. Not only will we talk about them, we’ll prove they exist. Well…kinda.

#MoMonsters

While some churches altogether avoid the topics of monsters and Halloween, we fly in the face of the system. Not only will we talk about them, we’ll prove they exist. Well…kinda.

#MoMonsters

While some churches altogether avoid the topics of monsters and Halloween, we fly in the face of the system. Not only will we talk about them, we’ll prove they exist. Well…kinda.

#MoMonsters

Momentum is talking about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asking, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?”

#MoMovies

Momentum is talking about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asking, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

Momentum is talking about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asking, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

Momentum is talking about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asking, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?”

#MoMovies

An “elephant in the room” is an obvious question, problem, or controversial issue that no one wants to discuss. When there are elephants in churches, they can stand between people and Jesus. Enough said. Let’s talk about the elephants. #MoElephant

An “elephant in the room” is an obvious question, problem, or controversial issue that no one wants to discuss. When there are elephants in churches, they can stand between people and Jesus. Enough said. Let’s talk about the elephants. #MoElephant

SPECIAL NOTE: This message deals with the "Me Too" movement and is rated "PG-12".

An “elephant in the room” is an obvious question, problem, or controversial issue that no one wants to discuss. When there are elephants in churches, they can stand between people and Jesus. Enough said. Let’s talk about the elephants. #MoElephant

An “elephant in the room” is an obvious question, problem, or controversial issue that no one wants to discuss. When there are elephants in churches, they can stand between people and Jesus. Enough said. Let’s talk about the elephants. #MoElephant

How is it that so many stories in the Bible seem to center on finding joy in difficult times? How can we find that? A guy named Paul gives us some key principles of how we can be ‘bailed out’ when we feel stuck in the prison of discontent. #MoBail

How is it that so many stories in the Bible seem to center on finding joy in difficult times? How can we find that? A guy named Paul gives us some key principles of how we can be ‘bailed out’ when we feel stuck in the prison of discontent. #MoBail

How is it that so many stories in the Bible seem to center on finding joy in difficult times? How can we find that? A guy named Paul gives us some key principles of how we can be ‘bailed out’ when we feel stuck in the prison of discontent. #MoBail

How is it that so many stories in the Bible seem to center on finding joy in difficult times? How can we find that? A guy named Paul gives us some key principles of how we can be ‘bailed out’ when we feel stuck in the prison of discontent. #MoBail

How is it that so many stories in the Bible seem to center on finding joy in difficult times? How can we find that? A guy named Paul gives us some key principles of how we can be ‘bailed out’ when we feel stuck in the prison of discontent. #MoBail

Our Campus Minister Apprentice, Chad Johnson, shares how change happens when you let Jesus into your life.

Lead Minister, Dan Smith, interviews Brian "Head" Welch, lead guitarist of KoRn, on music, addiction and faith. #MoWelch

Battling destructive little habits that wreck our lives. #MoPests

Battling destructive little habits that wreck our lives. #MoPests

Battling destructive little habits that wreck our lives. #MoPests

Social media can be pretty awesome. Friends. Likes. Memes. Selfies.

Social media can also be pretty awful. Rants. Subtweets. Trolls. Unfriending.

Here are some Jesus-like skills we can put into practice that just might decrease our pain and increase our reach on social media and in the real world. #MoSkills

Social media can be pretty awesome. Friends. Likes. Memes. Selfies.

Social media can also be pretty awful. Rants. Subtweets. Trolls. Unfriending.

Here are some Jesus-like skills we can put into practice that just might decrease our pain and increase our reach on social media and in the real world. #MoSkills

Social media can be pretty awesome. Friends. Likes. Memes. Selfies.

Social media can also be pretty awful. Rants. Subtweets. Trolls. Unfriending.

Here are some Jesus-like skills we can put into practice that just might decrease our pain and increase our reach on social media and in the real world. #MoSkills

Social media can be pretty awesome. Friends. Likes. Memes. Selfies.

Social media can also be pretty awful. Rants. Subtweets. Trolls. Unfriending.

Here are some Jesus-like skills we can put into practice that just might decrease our pain and increase our reach on social media and in the real world. #MoSkills

Q: God is supposed to be all-powerful, right?

A: Yeppers.

Q: So how are there things God CAN’T do?

A: Totally reasonable question. Come and find out. #MoThings

Q: God is supposed to be all-powerful, right?

A: Yeppers.

Q: So how are there things God CAN’T do?

A: Totally reasonable question. Come and find out. #MoThings

Q: God is supposed to be all-powerful, right?

A: Yeppers.

Q: So how are there things God CAN’T do?

A: Totally reasonable question. Come and find out. #MoThings

Q: God is supposed to be all-powerful, right?

A: Yeppers.

Q: So how are there things God CAN’T do?

A: Totally reasonable question. Come and find out. #MoThings

Easter is when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. (And, secondarily, the awesomeness of sugar). Easter is often the catalyst for “unchurched” people to say, “Man, I have to start working on my relationship with God.” Strangely enough this reaction has reverberated through the centuries since the very first Easter. These are the stories of some people whose lives intersected with Jesus during the weekend of his death, burial, and resurrection.

Easter is when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. (And, secondarily, the awesomeness of sugar). Easter is often the catalyst for “unchurched” people to say, “Man, I have to start working on my relationship with God.” Strangely enough this reaction has reverberated through the centuries since the very first Easter. These are the stories of some people whose lives intersected with Jesus during the weekend of his death, burial, and resurrection.

Easter is when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. (And, secondarily, the awesomeness of sugar). Easter is often the catalyst for “unchurched” people to say, “Man, I have to start working on my relationship with God.” Strangely enough this reaction has reverberated through the centuries since the very first Easter. These are the stories of some people whose lives intersected with Jesus during the weekend of his death, burial, and resurrection.

Easter is when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. (And, secondarily, the awesomeness of sugar). Easter is often the catalyst for “unchurched” people to say, “Man, I have to start working on my relationship with God.” Strangely enough this reaction has reverberated through the centuries since the very first Easter. These are the stories of some people whose lives intersected with Jesus during the weekend of his death, burial, and resurrection.

Whether you know it or not, you have a “box of expectations.” Whenever you enter into a relationship, you carry that box into it with you. “I want him to be trustworthy.” “I want her to admire me.” “I don’t want to compete with her family.” “He has to be faithful…even if that means cheering for a winless team.” The stuff in this box makes any current — or future — relationship very difficult to navigate. So let’s unpack it…

Whether you know it or not, you have a “box of expectations.” Whenever you enter into a relationship, you carry that box into it with you. “I want him to be trustworthy.” “I want her to admire me.” “I don’t want to compete with her family.” “He has to be faithful…even if that means cheering for a winless team.” The stuff in this box makes any current — or future — relationship very difficult to navigate. So let’s unpack it…

Whether you know it or not, you have a “box of expectations.” Whenever you enter into a relationship, you carry that box into it with you. “I want him to be trustworthy.” “I want her to admire me.” “I don’t want to compete with her family.” “He has to be faithful…even if that means cheering for a winless team.” The stuff in this box makes any current — or future — relationship very difficult to navigate. So let’s unpack it…

Greg Nettle and his daughter, Tabitha, share stories of how Compassion International has impacted their life.

“Hey God. My New Year’s resolution is to pray more. Where do I start? Wow. I’m not sure why it’s so difficult to talk to you. Some of this stuff feels too petty to mention. Are you even listening right now? Ahh, forget it. I have no idea what I’m doing. I’m going to the gym. Is this where I say, ‘Amen’?” #MoPray

“Hey God. My New Year’s resolution is to pray more. Where do I start? Wow. I’m not sure why it’s so difficult to talk to you. Some of this stuff feels too petty to mention. Are you even listening right now? Ahh, forget it. I have no idea what I’m doing. I’m going to the gym. Is this where I say, ‘Amen’?” #MoPray

“Hey God. My New Year’s resolution is to pray more. Where do I start? Wow. I’m not sure why it’s so difficult to talk to you. Some of this stuff feels too petty to mention. Are you even listening right now? Ahh, forget it. I have no idea what I’m doing. I’m going to the gym. Is this where I say, ‘Amen’?” #MoPray

“Hey God. My New Year’s resolution is to pray more. Where do I start? Wow. I’m not sure why it’s so difficult to talk to you. Some of this stuff feels too petty to mention. Are you even listening right now? Ahh, forget it. I have no idea what I’m doing. I’m going to the gym. Is this where I say, ‘Amen’?” #MoPray

Christmas Eve Momentum Style. Merry Christmas from all of us at Mo.

Buddy the Elf once said, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is by singing loud for all to hear.” This season is known for its music! And some of the most joyful carols are focused on the birth of Jesus. So why not learn the lyrics and the stories behind the songs, right? #MoCarols

Buddy the Elf once said, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is by singing loud for all to hear.” This season is known for its music! And some of the most joyful carols are focused on the birth of Jesus. So why not learn the lyrics and the stories behind the songs, right? #MoCarols

Buddy the Elf once said, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is by singing loud for all to hear.” This season is known for its music! And some of the most joyful carols are focused on the birth of Jesus. So why not learn the lyrics and the stories behind the songs, right? #MoCarols

A few years ago our lead teachers, Curtis & Dan, preached a powerful sermon series about droppin’ the F-bomb. This is a follow-up series with brand new messages about the F-bomb (forgiveness) and how to drop it on people when ya need to drop it. BOOM!!

A few years ago our lead teachers, Curtis & Dan, preached a powerful sermon series about droppin’ the F-bomb. This is a follow-up series with brand new messages about the F-bomb (forgiveness) and how to drop it on people when ya need to drop it. BOOM!!

A few years ago our lead teachers, Curtis & Dan, preached a powerful sermon series about droppin’ the F-bomb. This is a follow-up series with brand new messages about the F-bomb (forgiveness) and how to drop it on people when ya need to drop it. BOOM!!

While some churches avoid the topics of monsters and Halloween altogether, we fly in the face of the system. Not only we will talk about them, we'll prove that they exist. Well...kinda.

While some churches avoid the topics of monsters and Halloween altogether, we fly in the face of the system. Not only will we talk about them, we’ll prove they exist. Well…kinda.

#MoMonsters WARNING PG11

While some churches avoid the topics of monsters and Halloween altogether, we fly in the face of the system. Not only will we talk about them, we’ll prove they exist. Well…kinda.

#MoMonsters

While some churches avoid the topics of monsters and Halloween altogether, we fly in the face of the system. Not only will we talk about them, we’ll prove they exist. Well…kinda.

#MoMonsters

Momentum is talking about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asking, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” This year’s movies are Hidden Figures, Arrival, Lion, & Dunkirk!

Momentum is talking about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asking, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” This year’s movies are Hidden Figures, Arrival, Lion, & Dunkirk!

Momentum is talking about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asking, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” This year’s movies are Hidden Figures, Arrival, Lion, & Dunkirk!

#MoMovies

Momentum is talking about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asking, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” This year’s movies are Hidden Figures, Arrival, Lion, & Dunkirk!

#MoMovies

Many people constantly live under the misconception that – when we stand before God on Judgment Day – he will weigh our good deeds against our bad deeds. God makes it clear: That’s not the case. This is pretty relieving, because it frees us from living underneath the incredible pressure of blindly wondering, “Have I been good enough?!”

A First Century skeptic-turned-Christian named Paul depicted himself as a man with an awful past, but he described God as a Heavenly Father of incredible grace. (“Grace” = an undeserved, unearned gift of love and forgiveness). What does that mean? How much of my past, present, and future will God’s grace actually cover? How do I receive this gift of grace? Can I trick God and abuse His grace?

Sounds like you’ve got some great questions. Let’s look at Romans 6-8 in the Bible and talk it out…

Many people constantly live under the misconception that – when we stand before God on Judgment Day – he will weigh our good deeds against our bad deeds. God makes it clear: That’s not the case. This is pretty relieving, because it frees us from living underneath the incredible pressure of blindly wondering, “Have I been good enough?!”

A First Century skeptic-turned-Christian named Paul depicted himself as a man with an awful past, but he described God as a Heavenly Father of incredible grace. (“Grace” = an undeserved, unearned gift of love and forgiveness). What does that mean? How much of my past, present, and future will God’s grace actually cover? How do I receive this gift of grace? Can I trick God and abuse His grace?

Sounds like you’ve got some great questions. Let’s look at Romans 6-8 in the Bible and talk it out…

Many people constantly live under the misconception that – when we stand before God on Judgment Day – he will weigh our good deeds against our bad deeds. God makes it clear: That’s not the case. This is pretty relieving, because it frees us from living underneath the incredible pressure of blindly wondering, “Have I been good enough?!”

A First Century skeptic-turned-Christian named Paul depicted himself as a man with an awful past, but he described God as a Heavenly Father of incredible grace. (“Grace” = an undeserved, unearned gift of love and forgiveness). What does that mean? How much of my past, present, and future will God’s grace actually cover? How do I receive this gift of grace? Can I trick God and abuse His grace?

Sounds like you’ve got some great questions. Let’s look at Romans 6-8 in the Bible and talk it out…

#MoGrace

Mike Love from our Preaching Team reminds us that Prayer can lead to Miracles!

Traditions have a way of being done so regularly that they lose their meaning and therefore their purpose. That is something we never want to do with the Sacred Symbols that Jesus passed on to us. In this series we are going to look at the who, what, when, where, why…and maybe even the how…of baptism and communion. Two sacred acts that Jesus established to help move us forward at loving God.

#MoSacred

9 people accepted Jesus this morning as their Lord and Savior and were baptized.

Traditions have a way of being done so regularly that they lose their meaning and therefore their purpose. That is something we never want to do with the Sacred Symbols that Jesus passed on to us. In this series we are going to look at the who, what, when, where, and why....and maybe even the how....of baptism and communion. Two sacred acts that Jesus established to help move us forward at loving God.

History is full of people who have done their best to understand some of the trickiest passages in the Bible. In many cases this has led to parts of the Bible getting twisted out of its original meaning and disconnected from the larger story of what God is doing. Through this series we will look at a couple of these passages, and do our best to learn from them without giving them a purple-nurple…

#MoTwistedScripture

History is full of people who have done their best to understand some of the trickiest passages in the Bible. In many cases this has led to parts of the Bible getting twisted out of its original meaning and disconnected from the larger story of what God is doing. Through this series we will look at a couple of these passages, and do our best to learn from them without giving them a purple-nurple…

#MoTwistedScripture

History is full of people who have done their best to understand some of the trickiest passages in the Bible. In many cases this has led to parts of the Bible getting twisted out of its original meaning and disconnected from the larger story of what God is doing. Through this series we will look at a couple of these passages, and do our best to learn from them without giving them a purple-nurple…

#MoTwistedScripture

History is full of people who have done their best to understand some of the trickiest passages in the Bible. In many cases this has led to parts of the Bible getting twisted out of its original meaning and disconnected from the larger story of what God is doing. Through this series we will look at a couple of these passages, and do our best to learn from them without giving them a purple-nurple…

#MoTwistedScripture

History is full of people who have done their best to understand some of the trickiest passages in the Bible. In many cases this has led to parts of the Bible getting twisted out of its original meaning and disconnected from the larger story of what God is doing. Through this series we will look at a couple of these passages, and do our best to learn from them without giving them a purple-nurple…

#MoTwistedScripture

Samuel was the prophet God sent to select and anoint (ceremonially pour oil on the head of) the first and second kings of Israel. The first king = royal fail. The second king = Israel’s beloved equivalent to our Abe Lincoln. Samuel’s story is jam-packed with interesting narratives that are really practical for us right here, right now.

#MoKingMaker

Samuel was the prophet God sent to select and anoint (ceremonially pour oil on the head of) the first and second kings of Israel. The first king = royal fail. The second king = Israel’s beloved equivalent to our Abe Lincoln. Samuel’s story is jam-packed with interesting narratives that are really practical for us right here, right now.

#MoKingMaker

Samuel was the prophet God sent to select and anoint (ceremonially pour oil on the head of) the first and second kings of Israel. The first king = royal fail. The second king = Israel’s beloved equivalent to our Abe Lincoln. Samuel’s story is jam-packed with interesting narratives that are really practical for us right here, right now.

#MoKingMaker

Samuel was the prophet God sent to select and anoint (ceremonially pour oil on the head of) the first and second kings of Israel. The first king = royal fail. The second king = Israel’s beloved equivalent to our Abe Lincoln. Samuel’s story is jam-packed with interesting narratives that are really practical for us right here, right now.

#MoKingMaker

Springtime is that time of year when people often begin to envision what they will look like - or want to - look like in summer clothes or swimsuits. Based on their vision for the future, they often develop a fitness and nutrition plan that includes training their core muscles.

This spring we’re looking at some of the God-honoring “core values” that push Momentum toward the vision God has for us, as a faith-community and individually. #MoValues

Springtime is that time of year when people often begin to envision what they will look like - or want to - look like in summer clothes or swimsuits. Based on their vision for the future, they often develop a fitness and nutrition plan that includes training their core muscles.

This spring we’re looking at some of the God-honoring “core values” that push Momentum toward the vision God has for us, as a faith-community and individually. #MoValues

Springtime is that time of year when people often begin to envision what they will look like - or want to - look like in summer clothes or swimsuits. Based on their vision for the future, they often develop a fitness and nutrition plan that includes training their core muscles.

This spring we’re looking at some of the God-honoring “core values” that push Momentum toward the vision God has for us, as a faith-community and individually. #MoValues

Springtime is that time of year when people often begin to envision what they will look like - or want to - look like in summer clothes or swimsuits. Based on their vision for the future, they often develop a fitness and nutrition plan that includes training their core muscles.

This spring we’re looking at some of the God-honoring “core values” that push Momentum toward the vision God has for us, as a faith-community and individually. #MoValues

Springtime is that time of year when people often begin to envision what they will look like - or want to - look like in summer clothes or swimsuits. Based on their vision for the future, they often develop a fitness and nutrition plan that includes training their core muscles.

This spring we’re looking at some of the God-honoring “core values” that push Momentum toward the vision God has for us, as a faith-community and individually. #MoValues

Back in 1980 Pac-Man was released in the U.S., and we were overtaken with something called “Pac-Man Fever.” What metaphorical lessons can we learn about God and faith from the hours upon hours some of us have spent in beanbag chairs with controllers in our hands? Prepare to be challenged by four down-to-earth messages on one of America’s favorite pastimes.

Back in 1980 Pac-Man was released in the U.S., and we were overtaken with something called “Pac-Man Fever.” What metaphorical lessons can we learn about God and faith from the hours upon hours some of us have spent in beanbag chairs with controllers in our hands? Prepare to be challenged by four down-to-earth messages on one of America’s favorite pastimes.

Back in 1980 Pac-Man was released in the U.S., and we were overtaken with something called “Pac-Man Fever.” What metaphorical lessons can we learn about God and faith from the hours upon hours some of us have spent in beanbag chairs with controllers in our hands? Prepare to be challenged by four down-to-earth messages on one of America’s favorite pastimes. #MoPacMan

As a follower of Jesus, you may have asked yourself, "What does Jesus have to say about Tithing? Do I HAVE to do that? The better question we may want to ask ourselves is, "What is the difference between giving and generosity?"

God created us for friendships. With Him and with other people. So it shouldn’t surprise us that Jesus offers extremely practical advice on how to be an incredible friend, sibling, boo, parent, and/or spouse. There are practical teachings from a “down-to-earth God” who became human (Jesus) to show and tell us how it’s done.

God created us for friendships. With Him and with other people. So it shouldn’t surprise us that Jesus offers extremely practical advice on how to be an incredible friend, sibling, boo, parent, and/or spouse. There are practical teachings from a “down-to-earth God” who became human (Jesus) to show and tell us how it’s done.

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God created us for friendships. With Him and with other people. So it shouldn’t surprise us that Jesus offers extremely practical advice on how to be an incredible friend, sibling, boo, parent, and/or spouse. There are practical teachings from a “down-to-earth God” who became human (Jesus) to show and tell us how it’s done.

God created us for friendships. With Him and with other people. So it shouldn’t surprise us that Jesus offers extremely practical advice on how to be an incredible friend, sibling, boo, parent, and/or spouse. There are practical teachings from a “down-to-earth God” who became human (Jesus) to show and tell us how it’s done.

Our lead guy, Dan Smith, talks about Jesus' warning to the religious people of His day...who practiced the law of tithing right down to the leaves of their herb gardens, but totally missed the important things of the Law...justice, mercy and faithfulness towards people. (Matthew 23:23

Three of the most important and profound questions that human beings ask are: Who am I created to be? What am I created to do? Where am I to be best positioned to do it?

A fourth critical question may be, “Lord, why have I committed to being a lifelong Browns fan?” But we’ll revisit that question in September.

“More” is about finding your “calling” or “callings.” The integrated answers to these three key questions – the BE, DO, GO of a person’s life – represent the core dimensions of your personal, God-given calling.

NOTE: “More” is based on a recent book (by the same title) written by a godly leader, and friend of Momentum, named Todd Wilson. You definitely won’t need the book to understand or follow our sermon series, but it is an excellent resource for discovering your God-given calling(s).

More, Todd Wilson [Amazon]

https://www.amazon.com/More-Personal-Calling-Fullest-Measure/dp/1511370483

Three of the most important and profound questions that human beings ask are: Who am I created to be? What am I created to do? Where am I to be best positioned to do it?

A fourth critical question may be, “Lord, why have I committed to being a lifelong Browns fan?” But we’ll revisit that question in September.

“More” is about finding your “calling” or “callings.” The integrated answers to these three key questions – the BE, DO, GO of a person’s life – represent the core dimensions of your personal, God-given calling.

NOTE: “More” is based on a recent book (by the same title) written by a godly leader, and friend of Momentum, named Todd Wilson. You definitely won’t need the book to understand or follow our sermon series, but it is an excellent resource for discovering your God-given calling(s).

More, Todd Wilson [Amazon]

https://www.amazon.com/More-Personal-Calling-Fullest-Measure/dp/1511370483

Three of the most important and profound questions that human beings ask are: Who am I created to be? What am I created to do? Where am I to be best positioned to do it?

A fourth critical question may be, “Lord, why have I committed to being a lifelong Browns fan?” But we’ll revisit that question in September.

“More” is about finding your “calling” or “callings.” The integrated answers to these three key questions – the BE, DO, GO of a person’s life – represent the core dimensions of your personal, God-given calling.

NOTE: “More” is based on a recent book (by the same title) written by a godly leader, and friend of Momentum, named Todd Wilson. You definitely won’t need the book to understand or follow our sermon series, but it is an excellent resource for discovering your God-given calling(s).

More, Todd Wilson [Amazon] https://www.amazon.com/More-Personal-Calling-F…/…/1511370483

Join us this week as we explore the question, Who am I created to be?

Three of the most important and profound questions that human beings ask are: Who am I created to be? What am I created to do? Where am I to be best positioned to do it?

A fourth critical question may be, “Lord, why have I committed to being a lifelong Browns fan?” But we’ll revisit that question in September.

“More” is about finding your “calling” or “callings.” The integrated answers to these three key questions – the BE, DO, GO of a person’s life – represent the core dimensions of your personal, God-given calling.

NOTE: “More” is based on a recent book (by the same title) written by a godly leader, and friend of Momentum, named Todd Wilson. You definitely won’t need the book to understand or follow our sermon series, but it is an excellent resource for discovering your God-given calling(s).

More, Todd Wilson [Amazon]

https://www.amazon.com/More-Personal-Calling-Fullest-Measure/dp/1511370483

Our Christmas Eve Service at Momentum Church in Garfield Hts. May His love and peace fill your home and hearts this Christmas!

Check out our live stream of the entire service at http://www.mochurch.tv

Buddy the Elf once said, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is by singing loud for all to hear.” Although, the ‘loud for all to hear’ part might be a little over the top.

Christmas is known for some of the best & worst songs of all time. However, the classic Christmas songs are one of the most anticipated parts of the Christmas season. In this series we are going to look at two Christmas Carol classics, and the stories behind the music that tell about God sending His Son Jesus to live among us.

This is Momentum, so we’ll have our own style and we will be loud, but not nearly as obnoxious as Buddy the Elf…maybe.

Buddy the Elf once said, “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is by singing loud for all to hear.” Although, the ‘loud for all to hear’ part might be a little over the top.

Christmas is known for some of the best & worst songs of all time. However, the classic Christmas songs are one of the most anticipated parts of the Christmas season. In this series we are going to look at two Christmas Carol classics, and the stories behind the music that tell about God sending His Son Jesus to live among us.

This is Momentum, so we’ll have our own style and we will be loud, but not nearly as obnoxious as Buddy the Elf…maybe.

“Christian” essentially means “little Christ”; a student or disciple of Jesus who is trying – albeit imperfectly – to be like him in the ways that they love God and love people.

In order for someone – over time – to become more like Jesus, they have to know what he said and what he taught. Stories about the life and teachings of Jesus need to be in our mental hard drives, IF we want to find them in a moment’s notice when we’re at work, on a date, punishing our kids, or on the basketball court.

For this reason, we give you “Jesus Stories.”

“Christian” essentially means “little Christ”; a student or disciple of Jesus who is trying – albeit imperfectly – to be like him in the ways that they love God and love people.

In order for someone – over time – to become more like Jesus, they have to know what he said and what he taught. Stories about the life and teachings of Jesus need to be in our mental hard drives, IF we want to find them in a moment’s notice when we’re at work, on a date, punishing our kids, or on the basketball court.

For this reason, we give you “Jesus Stories.”

“Christian” essentially means “little Christ”; a student or disciple of Jesus who is trying – albeit imperfectly – to be like him in the ways that they love God and love people.

In order for someone – over time – to become more like Jesus, they have to know what he said and what he taught. Stories about the life and teachings of Jesus need to be in our mental hard drives, IF we want to find them in a moment’s notice when we’re at work, on a date, punishing our kids, or on the basketball court.

For this reason, we give you “Jesus Stories.”

“Christian” essentially means “little Christ”; a student or disciple of Jesus who is trying – albeit imperfectly – to be like him in the ways that they love God and love people.

In order for someone – over time – to become more like Jesus, they have to know what he said and what he taught. Stories about the life and teachings of Jesus need to be in our mental hard drives, IF we want to find them in a moment’s notice when we’re at work, on a date, punishing our kids, or on the basketball court.

For this reason, we give you “Jesus Stories.”

While some churches avoid the topics of monsters and Halloween altogether, we fly in the face of the system. Not only will we talk about them, we will give proof that they exist. Well…kinda.

While some churches avoid the topics of monsters and Halloween altogether, we fly in the face of the system. Not only will we talk about them, we will give proof that they exist. Well…kinda.

While some churches avoid the topics of monsters and Halloween altogether, we fly in the face of the system. Not only will we talk about them, we will give proof that they exist. Well…kinda.

Momentum is talking about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asking, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

Momentum is talking about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and asking, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?” #MoMovies

Celebrating Momentum Christian Church Garfield Hts. campus on our 10th anniversary and Twinsburg Macedonia campus on our 2nd anniversary, our lead guy, Dan Smith, talks about ipod faith - Love God, Love People and make disciples who make disciples

Mike Love, from our Preaching Team, challenges us to ask the question, "Who is carrying your mat, and whose mat are you carrying?"

This August, Momentum is going back to basics! We’re using the timeless educational songs from “Schoolhouse Rock!” (‘70s & ‘80s) to apply basic spiritual principles to the lives of adults, pre-teens, and teens. We’ll check out animated songs/videos like “Conjunction Junction” and “Lolly, Lolly, Lolly, Get Your Adverbs Here” – and then ask, “What basic spiritual lesson can we learn from this song?” As always, there will be some laughs and at least one “Aha!” along the way.

This August, Momentum is going back to basics! We’re using the timeless educational songs from “Schoolhouse Rock!” (‘70s & ‘80s) to apply basic spiritual principles to the lives of adults, pre-teens, and teens. We’ll check out animated songs/videos like “Conjunction Junction” and “Lolly, Lolly, Lolly, Get Your Adverbs Here” – and then ask, “What basic spiritual lesson can we learn from this song?” As always, there will be some laughs and at least one “Aha!” along the way.

This August, Momentum is going back to basics! We’re using the timeless educational songs from “Schoolhouse Rock!” (‘70s & ‘80s) to apply basic spiritual principles to the lives of adults, pre-teens, and teens. We’ll check out animated songs/videos like “Conjunction Junction” and “Lolly, Lolly, Lolly, Get Your Adverbs Here” – and then ask, “What basic spiritual lesson can we learn from this song?” As always, there will be some laughs and at least one “Aha!” along the way.

This August, Momentum is going back to basics! We’re using the timeless educational songs from “Schoolhouse Rock!” (‘70s & ‘80s) to apply basic spiritual principles to the lives of adults, pre-teens, and teens. We’ll check out animated songs/videos like “Conjunction Junction” and “Lolly, Lolly, Lolly, Get Your Adverbs Here” – and then ask, “What basic spiritual lesson can we learn from this song?” As always, there will be some laughs and at least one “Aha!” along the way.

Michael Bartlett, Church Planter and Lead Guy for The Frederick Project and former Momentum intern. brings the message from the book of Matthew on Jesus' lesson on sheep vs goats. Michael and his wife Rae and their 13 month daughter live in Frederick, Mary;and where they will be planting a church in the near future.

Our Twinsburg Macedonia Campus Minister, Curtis Teel, talks about Having Difficult Conversations

In 2016 we have it pretty great! We have cellphones, fitbits, cars that brake on their own. But no matter how cool some stuff gets, we love to take a trip down memory lane into the world of Old School: boomboxes, Atari, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Parachute pants (we’ll see these again!), and Pogs!! How could we not mention Pogs?!

God will lead us to situations in life where we can demonstrate faith–being willing to take action while trusting God’s wisdom. This isn’t easy, but God gives us some great examples of people who have done this in the Bible. In the second half of the Bible, a writer points back to some old school examples of guys who demonstrated great faith to encourage us to take great action as well! This series is going to be a great mix of old school faith meeting new school action!

In 2016 we have it pretty great! We have cellphones, fitbits, cars that brake on their own. But no matter how cool some stuff gets, we love to take a trip down memory lane into the world of Old School: boomboxes, Atari, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Parachute pants (we’ll see these again!), and Pogs!! How could we not mention Pogs?!

God will lead us to situations in life where we can demonstrate faith–being willing to take action while trusting God’s wisdom. This isn’t easy, but God gives us some great examples of people who have done this in the Bible. In the second half of the Bible, a writer points back to some old school examples of guys who demonstrated great faith to encourage us to take great action as well! This series is going to be a great mix of old school faith meeting new school action!

In 2016 we have it pretty great! We have cellphones, fitbits, cars that brake on their own. But no matter how cool some stuff gets, we love to take a trip down memory lane into the world of Old School: boomboxes, Atari, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Parachute pants (we’ll see these again!), and Pogs!! How could we not mention Pogs?!

God will lead us to situations in life where we can demonstrate faith–being willing to take action while trusting God’s wisdom. This isn’t easy, but God gives us some great examples of people who have done this in the Bible. In the second half of the Bible, a writer points back to some old school examples of guys who demonstrated great faith to encourage us to take great action as well! This series is going to be a great mix of old school faith meeting new school action!

In 2016 we have it pretty great! We have cellphones, fitbits, cars that brake on their own. But no matter how cool some stuff gets, we love to take a trip down memory lane into the world of Old School: boomboxes, Atari, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Parachute pants (we’ll see these again!), and Pogs!! How could we not mention Pogs?!

God will lead us to situations in life where we can demonstrate faith–being willing to take action while trusting God’s wisdom. This isn’t easy, but God gives us some great examples of people who have done this in the Bible. In the second half of the Bible, a writer points back to some old school examples of guys who demonstrated great faith to encourage us to take great action as well! This series is going to be a great mix of old school faith meeting new school action!

In 2016 we have it pretty great! We have cellphones, fitbits, cars that brake on their own. But no matter how cool some stuff gets, we love to take a trip down memory lane into the world of Old School: boomboxes, Atari, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Parachute pants (we’ll see these again!), and Pogs!! How could we not mention Pogs?!

God will lead us to situations in life where we can demonstrate faith–being willing to take action while trusting God’s wisdom. This isn’t easy, but God gives us some great examples of people who have done this in the Bible. In the second half of the Bible, a writer points back to some old school examples of guys who demonstrated great faith to encourage us to take great action as well! This series is going to be a great mix of old school faith meeting new school action!

In 2016 we have it pretty great! We have cellphones, fitbits, cars that brake on their own. But no matter how cool some stuff gets, we love to take a trip down memory lane into the world of Old School: boomboxes, Atari, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Parachute pants (we’ll see these again!), and Pogs!! How could we not mention Pogs?!

God will lead us to situations in life where we can demonstrate faith–being willing to take action while trusting God’s wisdom. This isn’t easy, but God gives us some great examples of people who have done this in the Bible. In the second half of the Bible, a writer points back to some old school examples of guys who demonstrated great faith to encourage us to take great action as well! This series is going to be a great mix of old school faith meeting new school action!

In 2016 we have it pretty great! We have cellphones, fitbits, cars that brake on their own. But no matter how cool some stuff gets, we love to take a trip down memory lane into the world of Old School: boomboxes, Atari, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Parachute pants (we’ll see these again!), and Pogs!! How could we not mention Pogs?!

God will lead us to situations in life where we can demonstrate faith–being willing to take action while trusting God’s wisdom. This isn’t easy, but God gives us some great examples of people who have done this in the Bible. In the second half of the Bible, a writer points back to some old school examples of guys who demonstrated great faith to encourage us to take great action as well! This series is going to be a great mix of old school faith meeting new school action!

In 2016 we have it pretty great! We have cellphones, fitbits, cars that brake on their own. But no matter how cool some stuff gets, we love to take a trip down memory lane into the world of Old School: boomboxes, Atari, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Parachute pants (we’ll see these again!), and Pogs!! How could we not mention Pogs?!

God will lead us to situations in life where we can demonstrate faith–being willing to take action while trusting God’s wisdom. This isn’t easy, but God gives us some great examples of people who have done this in the Bible. In the second half of the Bible, a writer points back to some old school examples of guys who demonstrated great faith to encourage us to take great action as well! This series is going to be a great mix of old school faith meeting new school action!

Back in 1980, Pac-Man was released in the U.S., and we were overtaken with something called “Pac-Man Fever.” What metaphorical lessons can we learn about God and faith from the hours, days, and perhaps weeks we have spent in beanbag chairs in front of the TV with controllers in our hands? You’d be surprised. Prepare to be challenged by four down-to-earth messages on one of America’s favorite pastimes

In the poem The Present Crisis, James Russell Lowell wrote this gripping line: "Standeth God within the shadow keeping watch over His own".

The short Book of Ester, within the Bible, is the incredible history of a beautiful and courageous young lady, and especially scandalous party, a tyrannical king, a beauty contest, an assassination plot, a diabolical antagonist, the threat of genocide, a opportunity for heroism and an ironic twist. But most importantly, throughout all of that crazy drama - eve when seemed like He was absent - God was standing in the shadows watching over His own.

In the poem The Present Crisis, James Russell Lowell wrote this gripping line: "Standeth God within the shadow keeping watch over His own".

The short Book of Ester, within the Bible, is the incredible history of a beautiful and courageous young lady, and especially scandalous party, a tyrannical king, a beauty contest, an assassination plot, a diabolical antagonist, the threat of genocide, a opportunity for heroism and an ironic twist. But most importantly, throughout all of that crazy drama - eve when seemed like He was absent - God was standing in the shadows watching over His own.

In the poem The Present Crisis, James Russell Lowellwrote this gripping line: "Standeth God within the shadowkeeping watch over His own".

The short Book of Ester, within the Bible, is the incrediblehistory of a beautiful and courageous young lady, and especiallyscandalous party, a tyrannical king, a beauty contest, anassassination plot, a diabolical antagonist, the threat ofgenocide, a opportunity for heroism and an ironic twist. But mostimportantly, throughout all of that crazy drama - eve whenseemed like He was absent - God was standing in theshadows watching over His own.

Back in 1980, Pac-Man was released in the U.S., and we were overtaken with something called “Pac-Man Fever.” What metaphorical lessons can we learn about God and faith from the hours, days, and perhaps weeks we have spent in beanbag chairs in front of the TV with controllers in our hands? You’d be surprised. Prepare to be challenged by four down-to-earth messages on one of America’s favorite pastimes.

Back in 1980, Pac-Man was released in the U.S., and we were overtaken with something called “Pac-Man Fever.” What metaphorical lessons can we learn about God and faith from the hours, days, and perhaps weeks we have spent in beanbag chairs in front of the TV with controllers in our hands? You’d be surprised. Prepare to be challenged by four down-to-earth messages on one of America’s favorite pastimes.

Back in 1980, Pac-Man was released in the U.S., and we were overtaken with something called “Pac-Man Fever.” What metaphorical lessons can we learn about God and faith from the hours, days, and perhaps weeks we have spent in beanbag chairs in front of the TV with controllers in our hands? You’d be surprised. Prepare to be challenged by four down-to-earth messages on one of America’s favorite pastimes.

Back in 1980, Pac-Man was released in the U.S., and we were overtaken with something called “Pac-Man Fever.” What metaphorical lessons can we learn about God and faith from the hours, days, and perhaps weeks we have spent in beanbag chairs in front of the TV with controllers in our hands? You’d be surprised. Prepare to be challenged by four down-to-earth messages on one of America’s favorite pastimes.

Simon wasn’t anyone special. He was just a regular blue-collar dude. That is – until he met Jesus, who gave him the nickname “Rock” (which we translate “Peter”). Eventually people started calling him “Simon Peter.” And, yes, I’m sure there were some wisecrackers who called him “Dwayne Johnson.”

People tend to love stories from the life of Simon Peter, because he was extremely imperfect. It’s easy to see ourselves in him. Frankly “Rock” didn’t fit him at all when the nickname was given. But when he started following and learning from Jesus, his life slowly transformed into someone deserving of that name. Rock.

Simon wasn’t anyone special. He was just a regular blue-collar dude. That is – until he met Jesus, who gave him the nickname “Rock” (which we translate “Peter”). Eventually people started calling him “Simon Peter.” And, yes, I’m sure there were some wisecrackers who called him “Dwayne Johnson.”

People tend to love stories from the life of Simon Peter, because he was extremely imperfect. It’s easy to see ourselves in him. Frankly “Rock” didn’t fit him at all when the nickname was given. But when he started following and learning from Jesus, his life slowly transformed into someone deserving of that name. Rock.

Rock

Simon wasn’t anyone special. He was just a regular blue-collar dude. That is – until he met Jesus, who gave him the nickname “Rock” (which we translate “Peter”). Eventually people started calling him “Simon Peter.” And, yes, I’m sure there were some wisecrackers who called him “Dwayne Johnson.”

People tend to love stories from the life of Simon Peter, because he was extremely imperfect. It’s easy to see ourselves in him. Frankly “Rock” didn’t fit him at all when the nickname was given. But when he started following and learning from Jesus, his life slowly transformed into someone deserving of that name. Rock.

Simon wasn’t anyone special. He was just a regular blue-collar dude. That is – until he met Jesus, who gave him the nickname “Rock” (which we translate “Peter”). Eventually people started calling him “Simon Peter.” And, yes, I’m sure there were some wisecrackers who called him “Dwayne Johnson.”

People tend to love stories from the life of Simon Peter, because he was extremely imperfect. It’s easy to see ourselves in him. Frankly “Rock” didn’t fit him at all when the nickname was given. But when he started following and learning from Jesus, his life slowly transformed into someone deserving of that name. Rock.

All About the Benjamins

In a famous 1997-song, rapper Sean Combs* said, “It’s all about the Benjamins.” Benjamins = $100 bills. The song wasn’t very good, but the motto became iconic.

Obviously that’s not a unique message for a rapper. The same could be said of many human beings. We constantly battle problems like overspending, greed, consumerism, tightfistedness, and living paycheck to paycheck.

In this 3-week series, we’re going to take a look at what God’s wisdom on how to handle our Benjamins through budgeting, generosity, and getting out of debt. But we’ll do it Momentum-style…graciously, authentically, and creatively.

* “100” is a key number for Sean Combs, because he also has about 100 rapper names: Puff Daddy, Puffy, P. Diddy, Diddy…

All About the Benjamins

In a famous 1997-song, rapper Sean Combs* said, “It’s all about the Benjamins.” Benjamins = $100 bills. The song wasn’t very good, but the motto became iconic.

Obviously that’s not a unique message for a rapper. The same could be said of many human beings. We constantly battle problems like overspending, greed, consumerism, tightfistedness, and living paycheck to paycheck.

In this 3-week series, we’re going to take a look at what God’s wisdom on how to handle our Benjamins through budgeting, generosity, and getting out of debt. But we’ll do it Momentum-style…graciously, authentically, and creatively.

* “100” is a key number for Sean Combs, because he also has about 100 rapper names: Puff Daddy, Puffy, P. Diddy, Diddy…

All About the Benjamins

In a famous 1997-song, rapper Sean Combs* said, “It’s all about the Benjamins.” Benjamins = $100 bills. The song wasn’t very good, but the motto became iconic.

Obviously that’s not a unique message for a rapper. The same could be said of many human beings. We constantly battle problems like overspending, greed, consumerism, tightfistedness, and living paycheck to paycheck.

In this 3-week series, we’re going to take a look at what God’s wisdom on how to handle our Benjamins through budgeting, generosity, and getting out of debt. But we’ll do it Momentum-style…graciously, authentically, and creatively.

* “100” is a key number for Sean Combs, because he also has about 100 rapper names: Puff Daddy, Puffy, P. Diddy, Diddy…

“God, if you’re real, make yourself real to me.”

Each of us spends our lives on a journey toward, or away from, God. Often our most deeply felt longings—for meaning, for love, for significance—end up leading us away from, instead of toward, our Creator and the person he made us to be.

“Find Your Way Back to God” – based on Jesus’ story about the Lost/Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32) is about waking up to who you really are, and daring to believe that God wants to be found even more than you want to find him. It’s about making the biggest wager of your life as you ask God to make himself known to you. And it’s about watching what happens next.

“God, if you’re real, make yourself real to me.”

Each of us spends our lives on a journey toward, or away from, God. Often our most deeply felt longings—for meaning, for love, for significance—end up leading us away from, instead of toward, our Creator and the person he made us to be.

“Find Your Way Back to God” – based on Jesus’ story about the Lost/Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32) is about waking up to who you really are, and daring to believe that God wants to be found even more than you want to find him. It’s about making the biggest wager of your life as you ask God to make himself known to you. And it’s about watching what happens next.

“God, if you’re real, make yourself real to me.”

Each of us spends our lives on a journey toward, or away from, God. Often our most deeply felt longings—for meaning, for love, for significance—end up leading us away from, instead of toward, our Creator and the person he made us to be.

“Find Your Way Back to God” – based on Jesus’ story about the Lost/Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32) is about waking up to who you really are, and daring to believe that God wants to be found even more than you want to find him. It’s about making the biggest wager of your life as you ask God to make himself known to you. And it’s about watching what happens next.

“God, if you’re real, make yourself real to me.”

Each of us spends our lives on a journey toward, or away from, God. Often our most deeply felt longings—for meaning, for love, for significance—end up leading us away from, instead of toward, our Creator and the person he made us to be.

“Find Your Way Back to God” – based on Jesus’ story about the Lost/Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32) is about waking up to who you really are, and daring to believe that God wants to be found even more than you want to find him. It’s about making the biggest wager of your life as you ask God to make himself known to you. And it’s about watching what happens next.

“God, if you’re real, make yourself real to me.”

Each of us spends our lives on a journey toward, or away from, God. Often our most deeply felt longings—for meaning, for love, for significance—end up leading us away from, instead of toward, our Creator and the person he made us to be.

“Find Your Way Back to God” – based on Jesus’ story about the Lost/Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32) is about waking up to who you really are, and daring to believe that God wants to be found even more than you want to find him. It’s about making the biggest wager of your life as you ask God to make himself known to you. And it’s about watching what happens next.

Our lead minister, Dan Smith, shares some of the exciting things that God mayhave in store for Momentum Christian Church in 2016!

Many people feel like they were born for specific tasks, jobs, or activities. Our music and films reflect this.

Born to Run. Born to Dance. Born to be Wild.

The Christmas story is about a baby who was given a clear mission. It wasn’t simply to pursue what we’d call “the American dream.” It even went further than just developing his God-given abilities. His mission was to give of himself – relationally and sacrificially – until there was nothing left to give.

Here’s the tough question: Aren’t we born to accomplish the same God-given mission?

Many people feel like they were born for specific tasks, jobs, or activities. Our music and films reflect this.

Born to Run. Born to Dance. Born to be Wild.

The Christmas story is about a baby who was given a clear mission. It wasn’t simply to pursue what we’d call “the American dream.” It even went further than just developing his God-given abilities. His mission was to give of himself – relationally and sacrificially – until there was nothing left to give.

Here’s the tough question: Aren’t we born to accomplish the same God-given mission?

Almost everyone has a good scar story. “A ferocious dog attacked me.” “I fell off my bike.” “I cut myself chopping lettuce.” “I put my hand through the TV after a Browns game.”

Dang. Really?

On the other hand, most people don’t like to talk about their internal scars. Those scars are relatively unseen, so we can go through life without ever telling their stories. Sometimes we even hide them.

Enter: Job.

Job (pronounced jobe) was a good man who lost almost everything – his children, his property, and his health. Deep wounds. Massive scars. He struggles to understand God’s role in his suffering, and – with the “help” of his friends – he searches for answer. Sound familiar?

Almost everyone has a good scar story. “A ferocious dog attacked me.” “I fell off my bike.” “I cut myself chopping lettuce.” “I put my hand through the TV after a Browns game.”

Dang. Really?

On the other hand, most people don’t like to talk about their internal scars. Those scars are relatively unseen, so we can go through life without ever telling their stories. Sometimes we even hide them.

Enter: Job.

Job (pronounced jobe) was a good man who lost almost everything – his children, his property, and his health. Deep wounds. Massive scars. He struggles to understand God’s role in his suffering, and – with the “help” of his friends – he searches for answer. Sound familiar?

Almost everyone has a good scar story. “A ferocious dog attacked me.” “I fell off my bike.” “I cut myself chopping lettuce.” “I put my hand through the TV after a Browns game.”

Dang. Really?

On the other hand, most people don’t like to talk about their internal scars. Those scars are relatively unseen, so we can go through life without ever telling their stories. Sometimes we even hide them.

Enter: Job.

Job (pronounced jobe) was a good man who lost almost everything – his children, his property, and his health. Deep wounds. Massive scars. He struggles to understand God’s role in his suffering, and – with the “help” of his friends – he searches for answer. Sound familiar?

Almost everyone has a good scar story. “A ferocious dog attacked me.” “I fell off my bike.” “I cut myself chopping lettuce.” “I put my hand through the TV after a Browns game.”

Dang. Really?

On the other hand, most people don’t like to talk about their internal scars. Those scars are relatively unseen, so we can go through life without ever telling their stories. Sometimes we even hide them.

Enter: Job.

Job (pronounced jobe) was a good man who lost almost everything – his children, his property, and his health. Deep wounds. Massive scars. He struggles to understand God’s role in his suffering, and – with the “help” of his friends – he searches for answer. Sound familiar?

Almost everyone has a good scar story. “A ferocious dog attacked me.” “I fell off my bike.” “I cut myself chopping lettuce.” “I put my hand through the TV after a Browns game.”

Dang. Really?

On the other hand, most people don’t like to talk about their internal scars. Those scars are relatively unseen, so we can go through life without ever telling their stories. Sometimes we even hide them.

Enter: Job.

Job (pronounced jobe) was a good man who lost almost everything – his children, his property, and his health. Deep wounds. Massive scars. He struggles to understand God’s role in his suffering, and – with the “help” of his friends – he searches for answer. Sound familiar?

An “elephant in the room” is an extremely obvious question, problem, or controversial issue that no one wants to discuss. Luckily those don’t exist in our circles, families, or communities, right? They definitely couldn’t exist in God’s church, could they?

Snag a friend and join us, as we lovingly and graciously talk about the giant pachyderm that may be sitting in your living room, blocking your view of the television.

An “elephant in the room” is an extremely obvious question, problem, or controversial issue that no one wants to discuss. Luckily those don’t exist in our circles, families, or communities, right? They definitely couldn’t exist in God’s church, could they?

Snag a friend and join us, as we lovingly and graciously talk about the giant pachyderm that may be sitting in your living room, blocking your view of the television.

An “elephant in the room” is an extremely obvious question, problem, or controversial issue that no one wants to discuss. Luckily those don’t exist in our circles, families, or communities, right? They definitely couldn’t exist in God’s church, could they?

Snag a friend and join us, as we lovingly and graciously talk about the giant pachyderm that may be sitting in your living room, blocking your view of the television.

An “elephant in the room” is an extremely obvious question, problem, or controversial issue that no one wants to discuss. Luckily those don’t exist in our circles, families, or communities, right? They definitely couldn’t exist in God’s church, could they?

Snag a friend and join us, as we lovingly and graciously talk about the giant pachyderm that may be sitting in your living room, blocking your view of the television.

We’ll talk about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and ask, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?”

We’ll talk about some of the hottest flicks in the industry and ask, “What can these movies – plus the Bible – teach us about loving God and loving people?”

We'll talk about some of the hottest flicks in the industry, and ask, "What can these movies, plus the Bible, teach us about loving God and loving people?"

We'll talk about some of the hottest flicks in the industry, and ask, "What can these movies, plus the Bible, teach us about loving God and loving people?"

Join us as we bust many of the myths that the world -shoot, even many followers of Jesus – believes about the church. This is a great series for any of your friends who feel burned by “organized religion”.

Join us as we bust many of the myths that the world -shoot, even many followers of Jesus – believes about the church. This is a great series for any of your friends whofeelburned by “organized religion”.

Join us as we bust many of the myths that the world - shoot, even many followers of Jesus – believes about the church. This is a great series for any of your friends who feel burned by “organized religion”.

Momentum will bust many of the myths that the world – shoot, even many followers of Jesus – believes about the church. This is a great series for any of your buddies who feel burned by “organized religion",

Momentum will bust many myths that the world - shoot, even many followers of Jesus = believes about the church. This is a great series for any of your buddies who feel burned by "organized religion".

Momentum will bust many of the myths that the world - shoot, even many followers of Jesus - believes about the church. This is a great series for any of your buddies who feel burned by "organized religion."

There are big problems and then there are little problems. Often the big problems get taken care of because they are there staring us in the face and the small problems we are tempted to say, “It’s no big deal...I’ll take care of that later.” As we push little problems off they tend get bigger and cause more problems.

Things like lust, having difficult conversations, feelings of insecurity, worry, putting a fork in the microwave... Well, spiritually that one might not cause a problem. Physically though...

There are big problems and then there are little problems. Often the big problems get taken care of because they are there staring us in the face and the small problems we are tempted to say, “It’s no big deal...I’ll take care of that later.” As we push little problems off they tend get bigger and cause more problems.

Things like lust, having difficult conversations, feelings of insecurity, worry, putting a fork in the microwave... Well, spiritually that one might not cause a problem. Physically though...

There are big problems and then there are little problems. Often the big problems get taken care of because they are there staring us in the face and the small problems we are tempted to say, “It’s no big deal...I’ll take care of that later.” As we push little problems off they tend get bigger and cause more problems.

Things like lust, having difficult conversations, feelings of insecurity, worry, putting a fork in the microwave... Well, spiritually that one might not cause a problem. Physically though...

There are big problems and then there are little problems. Often the big problems get taken care of because they are there staring us in the face and the small problems we are tempted to say, “It’s no big deal...I’ll take care of that later.” As we push little problems off they tend get bigger and cause more problems.

Things like lust, having difficult conversations, feelings of insecurity, worry, putting a fork in the microwave... Well, spiritually that one might not cause a problem. Physically though...

Christians believe there is a constant, unseen battle being waged for the souls of mankind. People make choices, but forces of true good and pure evil try to influence us toward Jesus or away from Jesus – the central figure. Scripture teaches us that mankind’s main enemy is a predator, Satan, who wants to “take out us,” spiritually speaking.

How does he attack? What are his weapons? How do we defend ourselves, fight back, and pray? And are we playing into his hands when we cheer for the Steelers, Yankees, or Wolverines? Okay, that last one might not be quite as important.

Christians believe there is a constant, unseen battle being waged for the souls of mankind. People make choices, but forces of true good and pure evil try to influence us toward Jesus or away from Jesus – the central figure. Scripture teaches us that mankind’s main enemy is a predator, Satan, who wants to “take out us,” spiritually speaking.

How does he attack? What are his weapons? How do we defend ourselves, fight back, and pray? And are we playing into his hands when we cheer for the Steelers, Yankees, or Wolverines? Okay, that last one might not be quite as important.

Christians believe there is a constant, unseen battle being waged for the souls of mankind. People make choices, but forces of true good and pure evil try to influence us toward Jesus or away from Jesus – the central figure. Scripture teaches us that mankind’s main enemy is a predator, Satan, who wants to “take out us,” spiritually speaking.

How does he attack? What are his weapons? How do we defend ourselves, fight back, and pray? And are we playing into his hands when we cheer for the Steelers, Yankees, or Wolverines? Okay, that last one might not be quite as important.

Christians believe there is a constant, unseen battle being waged for the souls of mankind. People make choices, but forces of true good and pure evil try to influence us toward or away from Jesus – the central figure. Scripture teaches us that mankind’s main enemy is a predator, Satan, who wants to “take out us,” spiritually speaking.

How does he attack? What are his weapons? How do we defend ourselves, fight back, and pray? And are we playing into his hands when we cheer for the Steelers, Yankees, or Wolverines? Okay, that last one might not be quite as important.

Christians believe there is a constant, unseen battle being waged for the souls of mankind. People make choices, but forces of true good and pure evil try to influence us toward or away from Jesus – the central figure. Scripture teaches us that mankind’s main enemy is a predator, Satan, who wants to “take out us,” spiritually speaking.

How does he attack? What are his weapons? How do we defend ourselves, fight back, and pray? And are we playing into his hands when we cheer for the Steelers, Yankees, or Wolverines? Okay, that last one might not be quite as important.

Christians believe there is a constant, unseen battle being waged for the souls of mankind. People make choices, but forces of true good and pure evil try to influence us toward or away from Jesus – the central figure. Scripture teaches us that mankind’s main enemy is a predator, Satan, who wants to “take out us,” spiritually speaking.

How does he attack? What are his weapons? How do we defend ourselves, fight back, and pray? And are we playing into his hands when we cheer for the Steelers, Yankees, or Wolverines? Okay, that last one might not be quite as important.

Parable = a story with a spiritual point.

Jesus constantly used parables and familiar images to teach others – in plain English – about having a relationship with God. We try to do that at Mo, too. For example, every couple of years we break out some comic books and use their stories as parables to teach about “loving God” and “loving people.”

What are the origin stories of these heroes?

How did they acquire their powers?

What is their duty to mankind now that they have these powers?

Most importantly, what can we learn about God and the Bible from these fun stories?

Inside of these parables are deep spiritual truths and lessons that will challenge us as we seek a deeper relationship with God.

And for the real geeks – yes, we’ve given equal time to both Marvel and DC.