XP Church Sermons

JESUS HEALS! 🙌 But what happens when the healing we're praying for doesn't come?In Matthew 8:14–17, Jesus heals Peter's mother-in-law, drives out evil spirits, and heals the sick. These miracles reveal something incredible about our Savior: Jesus sees our pain, knows our struggles, and draws near to us.In this powerful Communion Saturday message at XP Church, Pastor Nfluence shares a deeply personal testimony about living with cerebral palsy, continuing to pray for physical healing, and trusting God even when the answer hasn't come.As gamers, we know how important healing is. Whether you're running a dungeon in World of Warcraft, raiding in Final Fantasy XIV, or trying to survive in Minecraft, everybody needs a healer. But do we recognize how much we need the healing power of Jesus in our everyday lives?In this message, we'll explore:Why we should never stop praying for healingHow Jesus sees our suffering before we even askWhy Jesus is still worthy of praise even when healing doesn't comeWhat Peter's mother-in-law teaches us about serving GodThe difference between spiritual oppression and possessionWhy we should bring our friends and family to JesusHow Isaiah 53 points to the ultimate healing found in Christ“By His wounds we are healed.” — Isaiah 53:5Healing isn't always immediate. Sometimes the struggle continues. But through Jesus Christ, we have forgiveness, new life, and the promise of eternity with Him.And even when we don't receive physical healing on this side of heaven, we can hold on to the hope of being made whole in His presence.Jesus doesn't keep His distance from you. He is close, even now.

What kind of faith actually amazes Jesus? And when life feels impossible, will you respond with faith or fear?In Matthew 8:5–13, Jesus encounters a Roman centurion whose unexpected faith reveals something powerful about humility, authority, and trusting God when circumstances seem hopeless.In this message from The Life and Lore of Jesus, Pastor Souzy of XP Church breaks down the faith of the Roman centurion, explains the differences between Matthew 8 and Luke 7, and equips believers to better understand and defend the reliability of Scripture.God doesn't always answer our requests the way we expect, but His authority and goodness remain unchanged.⏱️ Chapters00:00 The Unexpected Faith That Amazed Jesus00:47 Matthew 8:5–13 | The Roman Centurion02:36 A Bible Study Tool Every Christian Needs03:38 Matthew vs. Luke | Are There Contradictions?05:09 Understanding the Synoptic Gospels09:07 Compressed Narration Explained13:20 How to Defend the Reliability of Scripture14:43 Who Was the Roman Centurion?16:58 Trusting Jesus With Impossible Situations17:37 Humility and the Authority of Jesus21:29 The Power of Jesus' Word23:42 Does the Bible Endorse Everything It Describes?25:13 The Faith That Amazed Jesus28:24 Why Jesus Welcomes Outsiders29:13 Isaiah's Prophecy of the Heavenly Feast32:23 Salvation Is Not Based on Your Background37:38 Jesus Heals the Centurion's Servant38:06 How to Grow Your Faith39:16 Does Desperation Produce Faith or Fear?41:24 Choosing Faith Over Your Feelings43:11 Trusting God When the Answer Is No44:01 Closing PrayerWelcome to XP Church, the world's first church for gamers! Whether you are looking to explore faith for the first time or grow in your faith, you are welcome here!Tired of toxicity or gaming alone? We've got a Minecraft server and a retail WoW guild where you can explore faith and experience a positive gaming community! Join our Discord to get plugged into either one: https://discord.gg/xpchurchIf you are looking to connect with our church or if you made a decision to follow Christ, let us know by clicking the link below. We would love to connect and see how we can pray for you, serve you and get you connected with our church!https://xpchurch.com/connect/To financially support this ministry and help us reach gamers around the world, click here: Through our Website: https://xpchurch.com/give/Through Paypal: https://streamlabs.com/xpchurchforgamers/tip_____________Get Connected!Website: https://xpchurch.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/xpchurchTwitch: https://twitch.tv/xpchurchforgamersX: https://x.com/xpgamerchurchFacebook: https://facebook.com/gaming/xpchurchforgamersInstagram: https://instagram.com/xpchurchforgamersTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@xpchurchforgamers

Have you ever wondered if you've messed up so badly that even Jesus wouldn't want you anymore?Maybe you've failed. Maybe you're carrying addiction, shame, broken relationships, rejection, or mistakes you can't undo.In Matthew 8:1–4, Jesus encounters a man with leprosy—someone society considered unclean, isolated, and untouchable.The man comes to Jesus and says:“Lord, if you are willing, you can make me clean.”Jesus doesn't back away.He reaches out.He touches him.And says:“I am willing. Be clean.”In this message, Pastor AJ Valdez uses the infamous Corrupted Blood incident from World of Warcraft to illustrate what it can feel like to carry a debuff that keeps spreading and destroying everything around you

Will your faith survive the storm? Everyone is building their life on something. But when trials hit, will your foundation stand?In this powerful sermon, “Will It Stand?”, Pastor AJ Valdez of XP Church breaks down Matthew 7:24–29, where Jesus teaches about the wise and foolish builders.Both builders heard the Word. Both built houses. Both faced storms. But only one house stood.The difference wasn't what they heard. It was what they did with it.Through personal testimony, biblical teaching, and gaming analogies from World of Warcraft raids, Pastor AJ challenges us to stop being spectators of God's Word and start putting it into practice.You'll discover:Why hearing God's Word isn't the same as obeying itHow life's storms expose cracks in our spiritual foundationWhy spiritual maturity requires digging deeper into ScriptureHow to build your life on Jesus Christ, the solid rockWhy obedience, consistency, and faith matter when trials comeHow God can strengthen and restore us through difficult seasons🎮 YOUR NEXT QUEST: BUILD A FOUNDATION THAT LASTS.Don't just watch another sermon. Take what you've learned and put it into practice.⏱️ YouTube Chapters 00:00 Welcome to XP Church | Pastor AJ Valdez02:48 Will It Stand? | Matthew 7:24–2904:14 Raid Mechanics and Spiritual Foundations05:52 What Are You Building Your Life On?07:28 Point 1: Similarities of the Two Builders09:38 Knowing God's Word vs. Living It11:57 Point 2: The Difference Between the Builders13:42 James 1:22 | Be Doers of the Word15:11 Point 3: The Results of the Storm15:37 Dig Deep | Building on the Rock20:49 Point 4: The Storm Reveals the Foundation23:23 Examining Your Spiritual Foundation25:14 Finding Strength Through Christian Community26:05 Point 5: Jesus Is the Foundation That Stands27:43 Restoring Marriage and Putting God First30:23 Point 6: One House Stood, One House Fell32:47 Stop Listening and Start Obeying34:43 Choosing to Build on Jesus38:49 The Power of Your Testimony40:12 The Challenge: Hear, Obey, Act40:34 Closing PrayerWelcome to XP Church, the world's first church for gamers! Whether you are looking to explore faith for the first time or grow in your faith, you are welcome here!Tired of toxicity or gaming alone? We've got a Minecraft server and a retail WoW guild where you can explore faith and experience a positive gaming community! Join our Discord to get plugged into either one: https://discord.gg/xpchurchIf you are looking to connect with our church or if you made a decision to follow Christ, let us know by clicking the link below. We would love to connect and see how we can pray for you, serve you and get you connected with our church!https://xpchurch.com/connect/To financially support this ministry and help us reach gamers around the world, click here: Through our Website: https://xpchurch.com/give/Through Paypal: https://streamlabs.com/xpchurchforgamers/tip_____________Get Connected!Website: https://xpchurch.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/xpchurchTwitch: https://twitch.tv/xpchurchforgamersX: https://x.com/xpgamerchurchFacebook: https://facebook.com/gaming/xpchurchforgamersInstagram: https://instagram.com/xpchurchforgamersTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@xpchurchforgamers

Not everyone who calls themselves a Christian is actually following Jesus.Those are difficult words—but in Matthew 7:21–23, Jesus gives one of the most serious warnings in the Sermon on the Mount:“Not everyone who calls out to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the Kingdom of Heaven…”So how can you know if you're actually a true disciple of Jesus?In this message, Pastor Souzy walks through Matthew 7:21–23 and challenges us to look beyond our outward appearance, religious activity, church attendance, serving, giving, or simply saying the right things.Because it's possible to look the part without actually surrendering your heart.  31.Thereisanincredi🎮 Using World of Warcraft transmog as an illustration, Pastor Souzy explains how we can spend so long presenting one appearance on the outside that we forget what's actually underneath.And Jesus' warning isn't simply that other people might deceive us.We can deceive ourselves.You can attend church.You can read your Bible.You can pray.You can serve.You can give.You can call Jesus “Lord.”And yet Jesus says religious activity alone isn't what saves us.  31.ThereisanincrediThe question is whether there has been true repentance and surrender.When Jesus becomes Lord, there is a supernatural change of heart. Scripture calls it being born again. Your desires begin to change. You're not instantly perfect, but your heart increasingly wants God's will instead of your own.

ot everyone who talks about God is actually speaking for God. So how can you tell the difference?In Matthew 7:15–20, Jesus gives His followers a serious warning:“Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves.”But Jesus doesn't only tell us to watch out—He tells us what to look for:“By their fruit you will recognize them.”In this message, Pastor Nfluence breaks down Jesus' warning about false prophets and why discernment matters more than ever, especially in a world where anyone can pick up a phone, open TikTok, Twitch, YouTube, or social media and claim to speak for God.  25.Amen.Amen.Pastor🎮 Using examples from League of Legends and World of Warcraft, Pastor Nfluence explains how someone can appear to have the right rank on the outside while their actions reveal something completely different.The same principle applies spiritually.Someone can have “Pastor” in their name, quote Scripture, preach online, or appear righteous—but Jesus tells us to look deeper.What fruit are they producing?Pastor Nfluence gives two practical steps for developing discernment:1. Ask the Lord for wisdom.2. When possible, have it confirmed by trusted spiritual leaders.  25.Amen.Amen.PastorAnd this message isn't just about identifying other people's fruit.It challenges us to examine our own.Are our words and actions rooted in Jesus?Are we sharing the Gospel to glorify Christ—or ourselves?There's also an important distinction between good deeds and good fruit. Someone can perform a good action for the wrong reason. Biblical fruit comes from a life rooted in Christ.  25.Amen.Amen.PastorSo before you automatically believe the next Christian TikTok, YouTube video, Twitch stream, sermon, or preacher you hear:Stop. Pray. Open your Bible. Ask questions. Discern.And remember:Don't take someone's word for it. Open Scripture for yourself.🌐 XP Church — Church for GamersA community where gamers can know God, grow together, and follow Jesus.If this message helped you, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE it with someone who needs to hear it.

It’s Time to Choose | Matthew 7:13-14 | Church for GamersAn alternate, slightly more curiosity-driven version would be:It’s Time to Choose — Which Road Are You On? | Matthew 7:13-14📖 YouTube DescriptionSome choices change your game. Others change your life. But there is one choice that affects eternity.In Matthew 7:13–14, Jesus brings us to one of the most challenging moments in the Sermon on the Mount:“Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction… For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life.”After walking through Matthew 5, 6, and 7, Jesus brings His listeners to a decision. We've heard His words—but what are we going to do with them?  23.Whatup,churchfriIn this message, we look at the two roads Jesus describes: one that is wide, easy, and comfortable, and another that is narrow, difficult, and leads to life.Just like choices in games can completely change your character, faction, or story, our choices have consequences. But Jesus isn't talking about a temporary decision that can simply be reset.He's talking about which road we're choosing to walk.Jesus begins with one powerful word:ENTER.It's an invitation. You don't earn your way through the narrow gate with money, accomplishments, status, or good works. Jesus extends the invitation to come to Him.  23.Whatup,churchfriFollowing Jesus doesn't mean life suddenly becomes easy. Jesus is upfront that the narrow way can involve difficulty, hardship, sacrifice, and opposition. But the destination is different:It leads to LIFE.  23.Whatup,churchfriAnd this message isn't only for someone who has never believed in Jesus.It's also a challenge for those of us who call ourselves Christians.Have we simply heard the words of Jesus—or have we actually surrendered our lives to Him?Have we given Jesus certain parts of our lives while holding onto others?Have we been sitting in church, watching services, or hanging out in Christian communities without actually walking the road Jesus calls us to walk?Jesus calls us to more than simply hearing.He calls us to follow.Maybe you've been exploring faith for a long time. Maybe you've been telling yourself, “I'll make that decision later.”The challenge of this message is simple:IT'S TIME TO CHOOSE.Which road are you on?🎮 Welcome to XP Church — Church for Gamers.We're a community of gamers helping gamers know God, grow in their faith, and follow Jesus together.If this message encouraged or challenged you, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE it with someone who needs to hear it.

What did Jesus really mean by the Golden Rule?In Matthew 7:12, Jesus says:“So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.”We often live by a different rule: I'll see how they treat me first.If they're kind, I'll be kind. If they respect me, I'll respect them. If they're toxic... I'll give them that same energy back.But Jesus calls us to something different:DO GOOD FIRST.In this message, Pastor AJ Valdez breaks down the Golden Rule and what it looks like to actually live it out—in our families, communities, workplaces, Twitch chats, Discord servers, and even inside games like World of Warcraft and Marvel Rivals.Instead of simply saying, “I didn't do anything bad,” Jesus challenges us to actively look for opportunities to do good. Don't just avoid insulting someone—encourage them. Don't just avoid excluding someone—invite them. Don't just notice someone struggling—help them.

What do you do when your build isn’t working — and you don’t know what needs to change?In this XP Church message, Beezoosh takes us into Matthew 7:7–11 and Jesus’ invitation to ask, seek, and knock. Using Monster Hunter, theory crafting, and the struggle of hitting a wall in-game, we explore what it looks like to trust God when our own understanding isn’t enough.Sometimes we come to God already convinced we know the upgrade we need: a better opportunity, a changed circumstance, an open door, or a problem removed.But our Heavenly Father sees the whole build.He knows what we can see and what we can’t. He knows the path, the timing, what needs to change around us — and what needs to change within us.📚 ASK PERSISTENTLYPrayer isn’t an emergency button. Keep returning to the Father because you know who you’re asking.🔎 SEEK EXPECTANTLYSeeking God isn’t about getting everything we want. It’s trusting that there is something good to discover as we follow Him — and ultimately discovering more of God Himself.🚪 KNOCK CONFIDENTLYOur confidence isn’t based on having the perfect prayer, earning access, or reaching a high enough spiritual level. We approach God confidently because He is our Father, He loves us, and He gives good gifts.You may not understand your current build.But you can trust the One who knows the build.⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Welcome to XP Church01:02 Getting Stuck in Games Before YouTube03:49 What Is a Theory Crafter?05:15 Monster Hunter and Hitting a Wall07:07 Trusting Someone Who Knows the Build08:25 What Do You Do When Life Gets Stuck?10:00 Matthew 7:7–11 — Ask, Seek, Knock12:41 Three Ways to Approach God13:00 Ask Persistently15:38 Prayer Isn’t an Emergency Button17:29 Seek Expectantly20:23 Stop Telling God What Your Build Needs21:29 Seeking God, Not Just the Upgrade23:04 Knock Confidently24:51 The Father Gives Good Gifts25:33 More Than a Theory Crafter — A Father27:51 What Does Your Build Say About the Builder?29:25 Your Changed Life Becomes a Testimony31:39 Ask, Seek, Knock31:58 What Would a Different Church Look Like?32:57 Are You Stuck Right Now?34:17 Would You Trust God With Your Build?34:36 Closing Prayer36:05 OutroWelcome to XP Church, the world's first church for gamers! Whether you are looking to explore faith for the first time or grow in your faith, you are welcome here!If you are looking to connect with our church or if you made a decision to follow Christ, let us know by clicking the link below. We would love to connect and see how we can pray for you, serve you and get you connected with our church!https://xpchurch.com/connect/To financially support this ministry and help us reach gamers around the world, click here: Through our Website: https://xpchurch.com/give/Through Paypal: https://streamlabs.com/xpchurchforgamers/tipYou can also listen to an audio version of this message on any podcast platforms!Check out our Level Up Podcast helping gamers level up in life, faith and leadership:https://xpchurch.com/podcast/ ——————Get Connected!Website: https://xpchurch.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/xpchurchTwitch: https://twitch.tv/xpchurchforgamersX: https://twitter.com/xpgamerchurchFacebook: https://facebook.com/gaming/xpchurchforgamersInstagram: https://instagram.com/xpchurchforgamersTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@xpchurchforgamers

Do not judge, or you too will be judged.” — Matthew 7:1But what did Jesus actually mean when He said “Do not judge”?In this message, Pastor Nfluence continues our journey through the Sermon on the Mount as we enter Matthew 7:1–6 and unpack one of Jesus’ most recognized—and sometimes misunderstood—teachings.Jesus paints an unforgettable picture: someone trying to remove a tiny speck of sawdust from another person's eye while completely ignoring the massive plank sticking out of their own.For gamers, this can hit especially close to home.Someone misses a mechanic. Your teammate makes a bad play. Your raid wipes. Someone doesn't know the dungeon. Suddenly, it becomes incredibly easy to forget that there's a real person behind that screen and begin judging them instead. Pastor Nfluence challenges us to ask a different question:Before I point out what's wrong with someone else, have I allowed God to examine what's happening in me?Jesus doesn't simply tell us to ignore our brothers and sisters. Pastor Nfluence explains that we should care enough to help—but first remove the plank from our own eye. Our correction should come from a heart that genuinely wants to help, not from anger, frustration, pride, or hypocrisy. The message also tackles the difficult words of Jesus:“Do not throw your pearls to pigs.”What does that actually mean? Pastor Nfluence connects this teaching with Jesus sending out His disciples in Luke 10 and challenges Christians to share the good news faithfully without allowing rejection to turn into anger and judgment. Our responsibility is obedience; we can't control how another person responds. Whether you're in a raid, competitive match, Discord server, comment section, workplace, church, or home:Remove the plank. Show grace. Be the light of Jesus.