SERMONS
That You May Know Pt. 4 – Marks of a True Believer - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco walks through 1 John 3–4 to reveal the marks of a true believer—someone who doesn’t make a practice of sin, lives with generosity, obeys God with joy, and is marked by genuine love for others. He challenges listeners to examine the evidence of their faith and reminds them that real transformation flows from this unshakable truth: God is love.
Easter Sunday 2026 - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco speaks on seven reasons why we can believe in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ and why it matters to each of us today.
That You May Know Pt. 3 – Recognizing False Teaching - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco continues our series in 1 John as he unpacks how to identify false teaching. He then concludes the message by comparing five world religions and how they may speak of Jesus but teach a Jesus that is very different from the One in Scripture.
That You May Know Pt. 1 – Jesus, the Foundation of Our Faith - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco begins a new series through the book of 1 John entitled That You May Know. Looking at 1 John 1:1–4, he explores how the Christian faith is grounded in the real, historical person of Jesus Christ and that faith in Christ is not based on speculation, but on the reality of the One who was heard, seen, and touched.
Ruth Pt. 6 – How God Finishes the Story - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco concludes the book of Ruth by showing how God finishes the story through Naomi, Ruth, and Obed. God heals what pain has marked, honors quiet faithfulness, and brings redemption that reaches beyond one generation. Ultimately, Ruth’s story points us to Jesus—the greater Redeemer, reminding us that even when God feels silent, He is still faithfully at work.
Ruth Pt. 5 – The Cost of Redemption - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco teaches from Ruth 4:1–12 and highlights the cost of redemption through Boaz’s faithful obedience at the city gate. The message shows how God’s will is revealed through decisive, responsible steps and how true redemption always requires sacrifice. Ultimately, the story of Ruth points to Jesus—the true Redeemer—who paid the full price at the cross and secured our future by grace.
Ruth Pt. 3 – When God is Quiet – but Not Absent - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco continues the Ruth series by showing how God works quietly through ordinary obedience. Through Ruth’s faithfulness, we see that God’s providence is often hidden in everyday moments, His kindness is experienced through people, and His grace humbles us before it lifts us up. Even when God feels quiet, He is actively at work, guiding our steps and caring for His people.
Ruth Pt. 2 – The Cost of Covenant - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco continues the Ruth series by examining the cost of covenant faith. Through Ruth’s decision to remain with Naomi, we see how pain reveals what we cling to, faith calls us to bind our lives to God, and true discipleship often requires sacrifice. Ultimately, this message points us to Jesus, whose covenant love invites us to remain faithful even when the future is uncertain.
Ruth Pt. 1 – When God Feels Absent - Marco Salazar
Pastor Marco begins a new series in the book of Ruth by examining its opening tragedy. As Naomi experiences deep loss and growing bitterness, she does not abandon God but remains. This message encourages us to stay with God and trust Him even when He feels distant and life doesn’t make sense.
SEEK Pt. 3 – Praying through Fear and Life’s Storms - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco explores how we can approach God in prayer when we face fear and the storms of life. Drawing from Mark 4:35–41, we are reminded that prayer doesn’t always remove the storm immediately, but it anchors us to Jesus—the One who has authority over every storm we face.
SEEK Pt. 1 – Praying through Disappointment and Loss - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco explores how we can approach God in prayer when we face disappointment or loss. Disappointment is not a sign of God’s absence; rather, it may be evidence that He is at work in ways we cannot yet see. Even in our brokenness, we can find strength and comfort in knowing that God is still at work.
Desperate for God - Drawing Near to God Through Fasting - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco concludes the year with an overview of biblical fasting—explaining what it is and how we can use it to open ourselves to God's work and deepen our devotion to Him.
O Come Emmanuel P. 4 - The Advent of Joy Love - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco teaches on the love of God in Jesus Christ. Love compels us to do extraordinary things and loved compelled Jesus to come as a baby and later go a wooden cross in our place to forgive us of our sins and redeem the world. Today, His love is available to everyone who calls upon His name.
O Come Emmanuel P. 2 - The Advent of Peace - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco invites us to find peace by looking again at Isaiah’s prophetic vision of the coming Messiah. As we rest in the truth that God is ruling and reigning even now, faithful to every promise, and as we surrender our lives to Him, we discover a steady peace that holds us firm in a dark and turbulent world.
O Come Emmanuel P. 1 - The Advent of Hope - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco invites us to examine four common idols where we often place our hope: comfort, control, approval, and power. These things promise life and security, but they can never deliver what our hearts truly long for. Only the hope we have in our coming Savior can give real life, joy, and fulfillment as we look forward to Jesus making all things new.
The Good Steward – Pt. 3 Stewarding the Money God Gives Me - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco talks about how we can begin to steward the money God has given us. God has called us to enjoy every blessing He’s given us but we should also save diligently, spend wisely, and give generously. When we follow God’s blueprint for stewarding our money, not only will we experience the blessing of what He gives but we’ll also experience the joy of living generously.
The Good Steward – Pt. 1 Honoring God with My Work - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco lays out a basic theology of work. We see that work is God’s idea—He designed it to give us purpose and to allow us to serve others with the gifts He’s given us. Because of that, our work becomes an act of worship to God and a way to bless the people around us.
“The Reality of Hell” – Pt. 3 Mercy in the Shadow of Hell - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco concludes the series on Hell by revealing that God’s mercy is the only reason any of us escape judgment. He reminds us that Hell is chosen, not imposed—and that while the door of grace is open now, it won’t stay open forever, calling us to gratitude for salvation and urgency for God’s mission.
“The Reality of Hell” – Pt. 2 When all Hell Breaks Loose - Marco Salazar
In this message, Pastor Marco explores how Jesus used the word Gehenna—a real place outside Jerusalem to reveal how Hell can break loose in our lives today. Through teachings on anger, lust, and the tongue, we discover that sin doesn’t start on the outside but in the heart.