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In this message, Pastor Chad Veach concludes the series on trusting God with our finances by teaching the importance of putting God first in every area of life. Speaking from Malachi 3, he reminds us that God's faithfulness comes before our response: even when we are unfaithful, He remains faithful and continually invites us back into relationship with Him. Tithing, therefore, is not simply a financial practice; it is an expression of surrender and a reflection of our relationship with God. Pastor Chad explains that honoring God with our first fruits means giving Him the first and best, rather than whatever is left over after everything else has been paid. Pastor Chad shares four key principles of the God-first life: we honor God with our first, tithing is an act of trust, Jesus teaches us to put God first, and Jesus is our redeeming sacrifice. He emphasizes that tithing is about trusting God's wisdom and provision, not trying to manipulate Him into giving us more money. It is an act of obedience that reflects our gratitude for everything God has already provided. But putting God first goes far beyond finances. Our time, relationships, words, decisions, priorities, and actions should all honor Him. Through Jesus' teaching about the Pharisees and the rich young ruler, Chad challenges us to recognize that outward religious actions mean little if our hearts are not fully surrendered to God. The message ultimately points to Jesus as God's first and greatest gift—the Lamb of God who gave His life so that we could be made right with Him. Because God gave His very best for us, our response should be a life of wholehearted surrender: not simply giving God a portion of what we have, but allowing Him to lead every part of who we are. Pastor Chad reminds us that following Jesus comes with a cost, but that cost is our whole life, not merely 10 percent. The invitation is to move from fear to faith, from self-reliance to trust, and from putting God somewhere in our lives to making Him first in everything.

In this message, Pastor Julia Veach teaches from 2 Corinthians 9:6–11 about living a life of generosity. She explains the difference between bread and seed: bread is what God provides to sustain us, while seed is what He entrusts to us for His purposes. Sometimes we focus so much on what God has given us that we miss what He wants to do through us. Like seed stored away, our resources have potential, but they cannot produce a harvest until they are released. God has given us more than we need simply to hold onto; He wants His blessings to flow through our lives and impact others. Pastor Julia shares four principles of generosity: God provides the seed, generosity begins in the heart, the seed is meant to be sown, and God brings the growth. Generosity is not just a financial decision; it is a heart decision rooted in gratitude, surrender, and trust. God may be asking us to give our finances, time, talents, encouragement, or willingness to serve. When our hearts are touched by God's goodness, our hands become open to share it with others. True generosity is not motivated by pressure or obligation, but by a cheerful heart that recognizes how much God has already given. The message concludes with the reminder that we are called to plant and water, but God is the one who makes things grow. We may never see the full harvest of the seeds we plant; our generosity today may impact someone else's life or even bless generations to come. Whether through serving, encouraging, giving, or meeting a practical need, every act of generosity can become part of God's greater purpose. Pastor Julia challenges us to move beyond simply receiving God's blessings and become vessels through which His goodness reaches others. The goal is not just to be blessed, but to be a blessing—and to see our seed become someone else's thanksgiving to God.

In this message, Pastor Chad Veach teaches “Managing What Belongs to God,” emphasizing that everything we have ultimately belongs to God and is entrusted to us to steward faithfully. Using Jesus’ parable of the talents in Matthew 25, he explains that the goal is not simply to become financially responsible, but to allow our relationship with Jesus to transform how we view and manage our resources. Our money, talents, relationships, and opportunities are gifts from God, and we are accountable for how we use them. Rather than burying what God has entrusted to us out of fear or neglect, we are called to manage it wisely and faithfully. As Pastor Chad explains, “Jesus doesn’t teach me how to manage my money as much as he changes my relationship with money.” Pastor Chad outlines four practical principles for biblical financial stewardship: know where your money is going, manage it wisely, grow it intentionally, and give generously. He encourages listeners to examine their finances honestly, create a budget, practice intentional work, and develop a long-term plan for stewardship. These practical habits are not simply about accumulating wealth; they are about aligning our finances with God’s purposes and developing a heart that reflects His generosity. He also challenges believers to recognize that their jobs, abilities, and opportunities are resources, but God is the ultimate source of everything they have. The central message is that faithful stewardship begins with surrender to Jesus. Instead of treating our possessions as entirely our own, we should recognize that we are managing what belongs to God and will one day give an account for how we handled it. Pastor Chad challenges the church to trust God with its financial future while taking practical steps toward financial freedom, wise management, and generous living. The ultimate goal is not merely to have more money, but to become more faithful with what God has already entrusted to us. When Jesus changes our hearts, He changes our relationship with money—and our resources become tools for His purposes rather than masters of our lives.

In this message, Pastor Chad Veach launches a new series titled In God I Trust with a message called “Jehovah Jireh: My Provider.” Using the story of Abraham and Isaac in Genesis 22, Pastor Chad teaches that God knows what we need before we know what we will face. Just as God provided a ram in place of Isaac, He remains faithful and trustworthy in every season of life. The message emphasizes that God is not against people having money, but He does not want money to become the thing they trust. As Pastor Chad explains, “God is not mad if you have money. He is mad if money has you.” Believers are called to trust in God’s character, faithfulness, and promises rather than relying solely on their own abilities, finances, or circumstances. today.txt Pastor Chad shares four questions to help people strengthen their trust in God: If God can take care of creation, how much more will He take care of me? If God took care of me in the past, why wouldn’t He take care of me right now? If God is in control, why am I so worried? And if God is my provider, why did I stop depending on Him? Through Scripture and personal stories, he encourages the church to replace worry with worship and remember God’s faithfulness through every season. He reminds listeners that their jobs, paychecks, and talents are resources, but God is the source. Rather than living in anxiety about finances, believers can depend on Jehovah Jireh, trusting that He knows their needs and remains a good and generous Father. today.txt The message concludes with a challenge to develop a healthier, more faithful relationship with money through prayer, budgeting, intentional work, practical steps toward financial freedom, and biblical stewardship. Pastor Chad encourages the church to manage money wisely, grow it intentionally, and give generously without allowing wealth to become a master. The central takeaway is that money should serve our lives, but God should lead them. When our trust is rooted in God rather than our financial circumstances, we can live with greater peace, generosity, and confidence in His provision. As Pastor Chad declares, “Money is a terrific servant. It is a terrible master.” today.txt

In this concluding message of the Joshua series, Pastor Chad Veach teaches that “The Season Changed, The Work Has Not.” Drawing from Joshua’s journey into the Promised Land, he reminds the congregation that every season of life brings new responsibilities, but our calling to serve God remains the same. Reaching a breakthrough, achieving success, or receiving what we have prayed for does not mean our work is finished. God still has more for our lives, families, businesses, and communities. As Pastor Chad emphasizes, “Anyone can conquer, not everyone can steward.” We must learn not only to receive God’s blessings but also to care for, grow, and faithfully manage what He entrusts to us. Pastor Chad highlights three key lessons: there is still more to do, remain faithful to God after success, and trust that not one word from God will fail. Gratitude helps us remember what God has already done, while faith keeps us believing that He is not finished. Through Joshua’s challenge to Israel to choose whom they would serve, the message warns against becoming complacent or turning toward idols after experiencing God’s goodness. Our faithfulness is not an attempt to earn God’s favor; it is a response to the grace and faithfulness He has already shown us. As Pastor Chad puts it, “I am not initiating faithfulness. I am responding to God’s faithfulness. The message closes by returning to Joshua’s identity as a servant of the Lord. Despite his age, leadership, and accomplishments, Joshua remained a servant until the end. Pastor Chad contrasts Joshua’s earthly life with Jesus’ eternal reign, reminding believers that the mission of God’s Kingdom continues beyond every personal season or achievement. The seasons may change, but our commitment to serve Jesus must remain. Rather than settling into comfort after a victory, believers are challenged to keep serving, reaching people, welcoming others, and pursuing all that God has called them to do.

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In this message, Pastor Chad Veach teaches from Joshua 1 about how God prepares us for the promises He has prepared for us. The promise for believers isn't simply a better house, career, or circumstance—the greater promise is Jesus, grace, and everlasting life. Pastor Chad explains that God develops, trains, shapes, and prepares us before bringing us into the next season. Joshua spent years serving under Moses before God called him to step into his own leadership, showing that preparation often happens long before the opportunity becomes visible. Pastor Chad challenges listeners to step into their grace, become strong and courageous, and stay rooted in God's Word. At some point, we have to stop living off someone else's faith and learn to hear God's voice for ourselves. Joshua's obedience wasn't an attempt to earn God's promise; it was a response to the promise God had already given. In the same way, our obedience flows from God's grace rather than earning His love or salvation. Ultimately, the message is a call to get ready for what God is preparing you for. You may not feel ready, qualified, or strong enough, but God sees where you're going—not just where you are today. As you remain faithful, stay in His Word, and learn to follow His voice, He can prepare you to step into your calling at the right time. The greater promise isn't a destination or possession; the promise is Jesus and the rest we find in Him.

In this message, Pastor Chad Veach continues the series on Joshua with a message titled “No Chance.” He teaches that God has already prepared a promise for His people, and He also prepares them for the promise. The promise for believers is ultimately not a piece of property or earthly success, but Jesus, grace, and everlasting life. Joshua’s journey shows that God develops, trains, and shapes people before bringing them into what He has prepared for them. Pastor Chad highlights three responses God calls Joshua to embrace: step into your grace, be strong and courageous, and stay in the Book. Joshua had spent years serving and learning under Moses before God called him to lead, reminding us that preparation often happens before the opportunity becomes visible. Eventually, we must stop depending solely on the faith or voice of our mentors and learn to hear God for ourselves. God sees where we are going, not merely where we are now, and His hand can be on our lives before He moves us into a new season. The message also emphasizes that strength produces courage. Strength comes from spending time in God's presence, while courage enables us to have difficult conversations, repent, step into responsibility, give, connect with others, and follow God when we feel unprepared. Finally, Pastor Chad stresses the importance of staying in God's Word: “This book is alive and active.” The Bible is not simply something we study; God uses it to speak, shape, strengthen, and prepare us. The message closes with the recognition that we have no chance without God's grace and no shot without His power, but through Jesus we have true rest, victory over sin and death, and an eternal inheritance.

In this message, Pastor Chad Veach teaches from Mark 4:35–41 about what it means to follow Jesus when life gets difficult. The disciples entered a storm after obeying Jesus, reminding us that doing the right thing and being in God's will does not mean we will never face storms. Storms can come when we are tired, overwhelmed, or already dealing with other challenges, and they often arrive without warning. Pastor Chad encourages us not to allow what is happening on the outside to get on the inside, but to keep putting our faith in God even when we cannot understand what He is doing. Pastor Chad emphasizes the importance of having godly community during difficult seasons—people in the boat with us who will encourage us not to panic, but to trust God. He reminds us that there is purpose and destiny on the other side of the storm, so we cannot afford to quit or throw in the towel. The storm may be preparing and strengthening us for what God has ahead. Ultimately, the story reveals who Jesus is: He is Lord, He is in control, He is our Good Shepherd, our provider, and our healer. The message closes with a powerful reminder: Jesus is not surprised by your storm, and He is not absent from it. Just as He calmed the wind and waves for the disciples, He has authority over whatever we are facing. Whether we are believing for restoration in our marriage, provision, healing, breakthrough, or something new, the call remains the same: keep putting your faith in Jesus. His presence in the boat is greater than the storm around it.

In this message, Pastor Chad Veach teaches from Mark 4:35–41 about the wind and waves of life. The disciples were in a storm not because they had done something wrong, but because they had obeyed Jesus and followed Him into the boat. Pastor Chad reminds us that we can do everything right and still find ourselves in a storm. Storms often arrive without warning and when we are already tired, but they don't mean God has abandoned us. In fact, the storm can be part of the path God is using to strengthen, prepare, and reveal us. Pastor Chad encourages us not to allow what is happening on the outside to get on the inside. We may not be able to control the wind and waves around us, but we can choose where we place our faith. He emphasizes the importance of godly community and being careful who we “panic with,” because we need people who will remind us to trust God when fear takes over. The message ultimately points us back to Jesus: He is Lord, He is in control, He is our Good Shepherd, our provider, our healer, and He is with us in the boat. The central encouragement is to keep putting your faith in Jesus and don't quit. There is purpose and destiny on the other side of the storm, and God can use difficult seasons to prepare us for what comes next. Most importantly, Pastor Chad reminds us that Jesus' presence matters more than His power—if His presence is with us, so is His power. Even when it feels like God is sleeping through our storm, He was there the whole time.