The Necessity of the Negative | Javon Ruff | 7 Hills Church

Sometimes the darkest seasons are the most necessary for our growth.Guest Pastor Javon Ruff brought a powerful word at 7 Hills Church about how God uses the negatives — the heartbreaks, the betrayals, the pressures — to refine us, strengthen us, and prepare us for purpose.It’s not a burial. It’s a planting.Watch now to hear how your struggles are not setbacks, but setups for what God has ahead.Key Scriptures: Luke 9:18, Luke 24:7, John 12:24, James 1, 2 Kings 6, Proverbs 24:10

Experience Easter like never before. With stunning visuals, powerful songs, live animals, and a cinematic telling of the resurrection story—this live production brings Mark 16 to life.Pastor Marcus Mecum shares a bold Easter message reminding us that the stone wasn’t the end—it was just the beginning.You may be looking at a stone of sin, shame, or struggle that feels too heavy to move. But the same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead can live in you.Don’t just celebrate Easter. Experience it.Jesus is still in the stone-moving business.📖 Key Scriptures: Mark 16, Jeremiah 46:17

No matter what you’ve gone through — heartbreak, rejection, failure, or shame — there’s one answer: Put Jesus on it.In this powerful Palm Sunday message, Pastor Marcus Mecum breaks down the meaning behind Luke 19, where Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a donkey — not just any donkey, but one that was tied up, overlooked, and unproven.🔑 When you put Jesus on your identity, your history doesn’t get the final word.🛑 You may feel tied up, trapped, or not good enough… but God chooses the lowly, the broken, and the overlooked to carry His glory.💬 “If it’s good enough for Heaven to put Jesus on it, it’s good enough for you.”

What if salvation wasn’t something you earn—but something already done?In this powerful message, Pastor Marcus Mecum breaks down the final word Jesus spoke on the cross: Tetelestai—“It is finished.”Dive into the truth that Jesus didn’t just die on purpose, but for a purpose. The debt of sin has been paid in full, and grace is either all or nothing. If you’ve ever wrestled with guilt, shame, or feeling like you have to earn your way back to God—this message is for you.📖 Scripture:John 19:28-30John 17:4John 10:18Matthew 27:50Ephesians 2:10Colossians 2:14John 12:31Psalms 69:21Psalms 88:15🙌 Victory isn’t pending. It’s already accomplished. Salvation isn’t spelled “try harder”—it’s spelled TETELESTAI.

Are you still carrying the weight of your past?In this powerful message, Pastor Marcus Mecum brings hope to those feeling strangled by shame, stuck in ordinary living, or caught in a cycle of sin. Learn how grace is not only enough—it’s KING.📖 Scriptures:2 Samuel 21:8-14 | Matthew 9:36 | Luke 22:64 | Ephesians 3:10 | Ephesians 1:22 | Proverbs 3:22🔥 In this message you'll learn:    •    How to break the noose of shame    •    Why living a “normal” life is a lie from the enemy    •    The danger of leaving your past unburied    •    How grace gives you the power to live uncommon and free📍Need a church family? There’s a fire at 7 Hills Church, and it’s burning for YOU. You’re not alone. You’re not beyond grace. You’re just one decision away from freedom.🕊 Grace is King—and it's coming for your noose.

Everyone faces heartbreak. Even King David — a man after God’s own heart — was crushed by loss.In this message Pastor Luke DiBenedetto, we dive into 2 Samuel 18:33 and what to do when grief hits hard. From pain that feels unbearable to a purpose that still remains, we explore how God doesn’t just patch up your heart… He brings resurrection.🔥 You’ll learn:    •    Why grief is a journey, not a destination    •    How to process pain without pulling away from God    •    Why serving others is part of your healing    •    What kind of relationships help you walk through heartbreak    •    And how to find purpose even when you still feel brokenIf you’re hurting right now, this message is for you. You are not alone. There is hope. There is healing. And there is purpose in your broken heart.📖 Scriptures: 2 Samuel 18:33, Romans 5, Ecclesiastes 4:10, Psalm 51:17, Romans 12:12, 2 Samuel 22:2–3

In “The goose and the golden eggs”, Pastor Kevin Gerald unpacks the truth about the Church’s role in our lives and the world. What is your relationship with the Church—are you renting the vision or owning it? 📖 Key Scriptures: Acts 20:22-28, Ephesians 1:23💡 The Church is a life-giving force, producing golden eggs of great value—but it has to be cared for to stay healthy. Many criticize the Church, but God’s Church has never hurt people—people hurt people.⚠️ It’s time to move past offense and take responsibility for building God’s Church. Are you just attending, consuming, or truly investing?

It’s easy to think life is about choosing one or the other—tithing or justice, wealth or righteousness, giving or forgiving. But Jesus teaches it’s both!🔥 In this message, Pastor Marcus Mecum unpacks Luke 11:42, Mark 12:17, and 2 Corinthians 9:7 to show how God blesses not just what we give, but how we live.💡 Key Takeaways:✔️ Tithing without love is meaningless✔️ God looks at the heart, not just the amount✔️ Generosity is about your standard of giving, not living✔️ Forgiveness & giving go hand in hand🙌 Don't miss this! Learn how to walk in the full blessing of both—because God wants ALL of you, not just part.

It’s easy to quit when things feel unfinished—but God has an appointed time for the completion of His work in your life. In Picture It Finished, we dive into Zechariah 4:6-10 and discover the four types of grace that empower us to move forward:✅ Saving Grace – It’s not about what you do, but what Jesus has done.✅ Justifying Grace – God doesn’t hold your past against you.✅ Teaching Grace – He shows you the difference between right and wrong.✅ Finishing Grace – By God’s power, what He started in you will be completed!There’s a great mountain standing in your way—but who are you, great mountain? The same Spirit that has moved before can move again! Speak to your situation, take hold of the finishing stone, and picture it finished in Jesus’ name.

Are you aware of the influences surrounding you? In this powerful message, Pastor Marcus Mecum dives into Deuteronomy 6:12-14 to reveal the spiritual battle happening all around us.Every generation faces unique challenges, and the enemy is constantly presenting himself in new ways. In a world where the “gods” of our culture seem normal and attractive, it's crucial to guard your mind and protect your heart from the influences that can pull you away from God.In this sermon, you'll learn:• How to recognize the spiritual battle surrounding you• Why every generation faces new temptations• The importance of guarding your mind and protecting your thoughtsDon’t let your guard down. Discover how to stand firm in your faith and protect your mind from the gods of this generation.