A Bible study on Acts 25:13–22 exploring influence, Paul’s trial, and what it means to bear witness to Jesus in a culture unfamiliar with Him.  Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: Luke 2:25–27, Romans 8:14–16Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your phone. Be attentive...  Read More

A reflection on Simeon’s story in Luke 2 and how walking with God, trusting His promises, and waiting faithfully leads to lasting peace.  Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: Luke 2:29–32, Isaiah 49:6Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your phone. Be attentive to...  Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: Luke 2:25–32, Psalm 27:13–14Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your phone. Be attentive...  Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: James 4 and Genesis 5Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your phone. Be attentive to bot...  Read More

A thoughtful conversation on the prosperity gospel and why it falls short of biblical Christianity. Pastors Anthony, Matthew, and Chris explore faith, suffering, blessing, and the true meaning of prosperity rooted in God’s presence rather than wealth or comfort.   Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: Luke 1:46–55 (ESV); Psalm 37:4 (ESV)Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your phone. Be a...  Read More

In this episode of The Branch Podcast, Pastor Chris, Matthew, and Anthony explore the good and bad of modern technology, especially artificial intelligence. They discuss where tech can genuinely help us and where it may quietly reshape our relationships, creativity, and spiritual lives. Their conversation offers practical wisdom and a grounded Christian perspective on using new tools without losing the values God calls us to hold.  Read More

This message opens the Christmas series Patchwork Christmas by looking at the calling God placed on Mary. Pastor Matthew shows how God takes ordinary people with ordinary stories and uses their willing yes to accomplish His purpose. Through Mary’s questions, her surrender, and her sacrifice, we learn how God works through those who trust Him. Her story reminds us that God does not wait for qualifications before calling someone. Instead, He invites every believer to offer their life in faith and allow Him to shape something meaningful from it.  Read More

Paul appeals to Caesar for protection and direction, showing how believers can trust God and live faithfully under imperfect authority.   Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: 2 Timothy 1:3–7 (ESV); Proverbs 27:17 (ESV)Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your phon...  Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: Luke 2:1–7 (ESV); Philippians 2:5–8 (ESV)Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your phone....  Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: Luke 1:34–37 (ESV); Jeremiah 32:17 (ESV), 27 (ESV)Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in yo...  Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: Luke 1:26–38Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your phone. Be attentive to both what yo...  Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: Luke 3:7–9 (ESV); James 2:14–17 (ESV)Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your phone. Be ...  Read More

Paul faces new accusations under Festus while God protects his mission. The pastors explore conviction, pride, conflict, and choosing Christlike love.   Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: Matthew 23:39 (ESV); Psalm 118:19–26 (ESV)Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your phone...  Read More

Jesus wept over a people who missed His peace, yet He still offered another chance for anyone willing to surrender and trust Him fully.  Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: Matthew 23:38 (ESV); 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 (ESV)Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your...  Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: Matthew 23:37 (ESV); John 14:27 (ESV)Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your phone. Be ...  Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: Luke 19:41–44 Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your phone. Be attentive to both what ...  Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: James 1:22–27; Matthew 7:21–23  Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your phone. Be atten...  Read More

Take 2-3 minutes to quiet yourself and ask God to speak to you today through your devotional time.  Reading: Matthew 23:29–36; 2 Corinthians 13:5 Be sure to highlight or note anything that stands out to you while you read.  After reading the passage, take the next 5-10 minutes and spend time reflecting on what you read. You can write these things down in a journal or record them in your phone. Be ...  Read More