Love is Worth Waiting For | Menlo Midweek | Jevon Washington, Mark Morinishi

This week, we continue our "I AM" series by stepping into one of the most iconic stories of the Old Testament: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. When life gets "seven times hotter" and the pressure to conform feels overwhelming, where is God? We’re looking at Daniel 3 to discover that God’s nearness isn't proven by the absence of the fire, but by His presence in it. Next Steps Looking to take your faith journey deeper? Here are some great next steps: Need Prayer or Have Questions? Text us at (650) 600-0402. Support Hope for Everyone Thank you for your generosity! Support Menlo Church’s mission to reach 3% of the Bay Area with the message of hope in Jesus. Learn more or give at: http://www.menlo.church/hope. Listen to Menlo Midweek Podcast Want a behind-the-scenes look at this week’s sermon? Tune into our Menlo Midweek Podcast where we break down the sermon, themes, and other personal insights not covered on Sunday. Listen at: http://menlo.church/podcasts. Get Connected We’d love to connect with you and help you get plugged into Menlo Church. Visit http://menlo.church/connect and fill out a quick form so we can reach out. Stay Connected with Menlo Church Kids (Preschool–Grade 5): https://menlo.church/kids Students (Grade 6–12): https://menlo.church/students Explore All Ministries: https://www.menlo.church/ministries Follow Us on Social Media Instagram: @menlo.church Facebook: Menlo Church Website: http://www.menlo.church Musicbed Sync ID: (MB014RCECFXJCWL) Musicbed Sync ID: (MB01EKBUICB4NLC)

Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego weren't delivered from the furnace—but in it. The fourth figure in the fire reminds us that God’s nearness isn’t proven by avoidance of pain, but by faithfulness through it. Text Us (650) 600-0402 | Connect With Us

This week on Menlo Midweek, we dive into the second installment of our "I AM" series, focusing on the powerful promise: I am with you in the fight. Whether you’re facing internal struggles or external challenges, we explore what it means to wrestle with God.   It was also a high-energy weekend across our campuses as we celebrated Baptism Weekend and Student Weekend! We witnessed incredible stories of transformation and welcomed the next generation into the heart of our church.   📍 In This Episode: The Fight: A deeper look into this week's message on God's presence in our battles. Celebration: Highlights from a powerful Baptism Weekend. The Next Generation: Matt sits down with Brett to discuss the state of our students. They explore the unique pressures students are facing in this current season and how we, as a church family, can show up for them.   How has knowing "God is with you" changed the way you approach your own "fights" this week? Let us know in the comments! Next Steps Looking to take your faith journey deeper? Here are some great next steps: Need Prayer or Have Questions? Text us at (650) 600-0402. Download this week’s sermon study guide: Support Hope for Everyone Thank you for your generosity! Support Menlo Church’s mission to reach 3% of the Bay Area with the message of hope in Jesus. Learn more or give at: http://www.menlo.church/hope. Listen to Menlo Midweek Podcast Want a behind-the-scenes look at this week’s sermon? Tune into our Menlo Midweek Podcast where we break down the sermon, themes, and other personal insights not covered on Sunday. Listen at: http://menlo.church/podcasts. Get Connected We’d love to connect with you and help you get plugged into Menlo Church. Visit http://menlo.church/connect and fill out a quick form so we can reach out. Stay Connected with Menlo Church Kids (Preschool–Grade 5): https://menlo.church/kids Students (Grade 6–12): https://menlo.church/students Explore All Ministries: https://www.menlo.church/ministries Follow Us on Social Media Instagram: @menlo.church Facebook: Menlo Church Website: http://www.menlo.church Musicbed Sync ID: (MB014RCECFXJCWL) Musicbed Sync ID: (MB01EKBUICB4NLC)

Jacob’s story at the riverbank is not about winning—it’s about being seen. God shows up in the form of a wrestling match, not a throne room. Sometimes closeness comes through confrontation—and God still blesses us in the limp. Text us (650) 600-0402 | Connect With Us

We start off our series I Am: The God Who Gets Close–a Lenten journey through the character of God as revealed in Scripture. From Moses' burning bush to Jesus' outstretched arms, we’ll explore how God's name isn’t a cold doctrine—it’s a living invitation. In this episode we talk about recognizing His nearness in the stories of the Bible and the quiet corners of your life. Connect with Us | Text Us: (650)600-0402

God calls Moses from a burning bush—not in Egypt, not in the promised land, but in the desert of exile and shame. God introduces Himself not with instructions, but with presence: “I Am.” The journey of closeness begins not in clarity, but in confusion. Text Us: (650) 600-0402 | Connect With Us

Our world treats sex like a product or a secret shame. But God created it as covenant glue, a powerful and sacred act that shapes souls, not just bodies. This week invites us to dismantle lies about sex and reclaim God’s design for intimacy, holiness, and flourishing. Connect with Us | Text Us: (650)600-0402

This week we dive further into the story of Ruth, and Jevon shares how our upbringing, culture and learned love can be at odds with or in step with a biblical picture of love. Want to love better? This is for you. Connect with Us | Text Us (650)600-0402

Many treat dating as trial-and-error shopping for “the one.” But Scripture frames it as a process of discernment, boundaries, and patience. Ruth and Boaz remind us that God honors faithfulness, integrity, and trust. Love is worth waiting for, and God uses waiting seasons to shape us. Connect with Us | Text Us: (650)600-0402

Christian from Mobilize Love swings by to chat through the amazing impact Mobilize Love is making in the city, and now on the peninsula. We get to support them through the For The Bay 5k happening on 3/28 at Shoreline Park! Connect with Us! | Text Us: (650)600-0402