Have you ever wondered how ancient words could speak so powerfully to modern hearts? In week five of our Taste & See series, Pastor Jon focuses on Hunger for the Word as he unpacks 2 Timothy 3, revealing how Scripture remains our vital connection to God's truth in turbulent times. Drawing from fascinating historical details—from Tyndale's martyrdom to the Dead Sea Scrolls—we learn how the Bible has miraculously endured, offering not just information but divine revelation. This week Pastor Jon challenges us to move beyond casual reading to transformative engagement with God's Word, where it becomes alive and active, speaking directly to our daily struggles and deepest needs. Whether you're seeking spiritual growth or wrestling with life's challenges, this message inspires fresh hunger for Scripture's life-changing power.

In Week 4 of our series "Taste and See: Developing Spiritual Hunger", Pastor Jon explores Philippians 3 and Paul's radical transformation from zealous persecutor to passionate follower of Christ. Through Paul's dramatic conversion story, we see how one encounter with Jesus completely shifted his perspective—from finding identity in religious achievements to counting everything as loss compared to knowing Christ. Pastor Jon challenges us to examine our own spiritual appetites: Are we hungering after temporary things that will fade, or pursuing what truly matters? We learn that authentic Christianity isn't about perfection but perspective—seeing everything through the lens of knowing Jesus. The message culminates in a stirring call to evaluate what we're truly pursuing, align our hearts with God's purposes, and press on toward the ultimate prize of intimately knowing Christ. This isn't just about belief—it's about allowing Jesus to completely transform what we value and chase after.

Have you ever wondered what it means to truly know God, beyond surface-level religion? Join us for week three of our Taste & See series as Pastor Jon explores how spiritual hunger attracts God's attention and transforms our relationship with Him. Through compelling examples from Scripture—like blind Bartimaeus's persistent cry and the Syrophoenician woman's humble determination—we discover that God deeply desires to be pursued and known personally. This isn't about religious routine, but about experiencing God's presence in every area of life. Whether you're seeking deeper faith or just starting your spiritual journey, this message reveals practical steps to move from merely believing in God to truly knowing Him. Don't miss this opportunity to discover how to create a lasting, transformative connection with God.

Join us for week two of our Taste and See series as we focus on developing spiritual hunger and perseverance. Through the compelling stories of blind Bartimaeus and the Canaanite woman, we learn what it means to refuse to be silenced or denied when seeking God. Discover how spiritual hunger attracts God's attention and why endurance matters more than instant results in our microwave culture. Pastor John offers practical insights on building lasting spiritual hunger through prayer, fasting, and community while addressing the tension between God's sovereignty and our personal responsibility. He challenges us to push past comfortable, status quo Christianity with a sobering reminder: "Popular Christianity is not biblical, and Biblical Christianity is not popular." If you've ever felt spiritually complacent or wondered why breakthrough seems delayed, this message will reignite your passion to seek God with everything you have—not as domesticated believers content with comfort, but as the wild, hungry followers we're called to be.

Join us for the launch of our powerful new series, Taste and See: A Divine Invitation, as we kick off our annual SEEK season! Pastor Jon challenges us to move beyond secondhand knowledge of God and experience His goodness for ourselves. Drawing from Psalm 34 and Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, this message confronts one of the greatest dangers facing the American church: spiritual complacency and domestication.

Discover what it means to cultivate genuine spiritual hunger—a constant awareness of your need for God that transforms every area of your life. Learn five practical ways to develop and maintain this hunger, including the power of prayer and fasting, feeding on God's Word, and seeking to truly know God, not just know about Him.

This isn't about earning salvation—it's about hungering for God's righteousness to manifest in your thoughts, emotions, words, and actions. As we enter this six-week SEEK season with corporate prayer meetings, fasting, and small groups, now is the time to ask God to make you hungry again for His presence and power. Don't settle for being spiritually domesticated—rediscover your wild pursuit of God!

Join us at Radiant Church Lakeshore as we celebrate and hear inspiring updates from the missionaries and ministries we partner with both locally and globally. Our church is committed to being mission motivated, and we are excited to share the incredible work being done. From local initiatives like Love in Action and Positive Options to international missions in Zambia and Asia, you'll hear firsthand testimonies of lives being transformed by the gospel. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with our mission partners, learn more about their impactful work, and discover how you can be involved through prayer and support. Don't miss this chance to see how God is moving through our collective efforts to spread His love and message around the world.

Join us for an inspiring sermon on the profound theme of love, as we conclude our Advent series with the lighting of the candle of love. This message delves into the true nature of God's love, as described in 1 John 4:9-10, emphasizing that God's love is unconditional, unfailing, and transformative. Discover how our hope, peace, and joy are rooted in this divine love, which is vastly different from the fleeting and conditional love often portrayed in our culture. Through the lens of Romans 8 and the teachings of Jesus, we explore how nothing can separate us from God's love and how this love empowers us to love others. As we reflect on the greatest love story ever told—God's sacrificial love through Jesus Christ—we are challenged to let this love shape our relationships and interactions with others.

Join us as we continue our Advent series, focusing on the profound theme of joy. In this week's sermon, we delve into the true essence of biblical joy, exploring how it differs from mere happiness and how it is deeply rooted in the character and promises of God. Drawing from Luke 2:10 and the inspiring narratives of Job and Paul, we will uncover how joy can be sustained even amidst trials and suffering. Discover practical ways to cultivate joy in your life by remembering God's faithfulness, maintaining a gospel perspective, and keeping your eyes fixed on Jesus. Don't miss this opportunity to reflect on the miracle of Christmas and embrace the joy that comes from knowing Christ, our Savior.

Have you ever wondered what true peace looks like in a world of chaos? In week two of our Advent series Pastor Jeff shares a powerful reminder that while the world offers fragile substitutes, lasting peace comes through surrendering to Jesus as King. Through vivid examples from his own life and Scripture, Pastor Jeff shows how peace isn't just about receiving - it's about submitting to Christ's authority and becoming carriers of His presence. Whether you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or simply seeking deeper spiritual rest, this message reveals how the Prince of Peace wants to transform your heart. Don't miss this timely encouragement on finding unshakeable peace in an uncertain world.

What if discovering unshakeable hope seems unattainable at this moment? In the first week of our Advent series, "Prepare The Way," Pastor Jon delves into the theme of Hope, illustrating that biblical hope transcends mere wishful thinking—it's a confident expectation anchored in God's faithfulness. Drawing from Hebrews 10, Pastor Jon shares how even when hope seems distant, it has a name: Jesus. In times of waiting and uncertainty, this hope reminds us that God is still working even when we can't see it. Don't miss this timely message about discovering renewed hope in life's challenging seasons.

Have you ever wondered what happens when the supernatural becomes wonderfully normal? In week 4 of our Supernaturally Normal series, Pastor Caleb Culver unpacks how healthy prophetic ministry strengthens and builds up the church. Drawing from Scripture and years of pastoral experience, he reveals how prophecy isn't about predicting the future, but declaring Jesus' testimony through his people. Through practical wisdom and compelling examples, Pastor Caleb shows how prophetic gifts, when grounded in Scripture and practiced with accountability, produce a spiritually vibrant community equipped for tomorrow's battles. Whether you're curious about spiritual gifts or hungry to grow deeper, this message offers fresh insights into hearing God's voice in community.

Join us for week 3 of our enlightening sermon series, "Supernaturally Normal," where we explore the extraordinary aspects of the Christian life that should be a natural part of our journey with Jesus. This week, we delve into 1 Corinthians 12, focusing on the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Discover how these gifts, often misunderstood or overlooked, are essential for building up the body of Christ and living a vibrant, faith-filled life. Learn about the power of wisdom, knowledge, faith, healing, miracles, prophecy, discerning spirits, tongues, and interpretation of tongues. Pastor Jon emphasizes the importance of not just seeking these gifts, but deepening our relationship with the Holy Spirit, the giver of these gifts. Whether you're new to the faith or seeking to grow deeper, this series will inspire you to embrace the supernatural work of the Holy Spirit in your everyday life.

Join us for the latest installment of our sermon series, "Supernaturally Normal," where we delve into the often misunderstood yet vital role of the Holy Spirit in our lives. This week, we explore John 14 and the profound promise Jesus made about the Holy Spirit as our Advocate and Helper. Discover how the Holy Spirit empowers us to live overcoming Christian lives, providing strength in our weaknesses, boldness in our witness, and hope for the future. Whether you're new to the faith or seeking a deeper understanding, this sermon will illuminate the transformative power of the Holy Spirit and how embracing His presence can lead to a life filled with purpose and divine guidance.

Have you ever wondered what lies beyond what your eyes can see? In a compelling exploration of the supernatural, Pastor Jon unveils how modern skepticism has dulled our spiritual senses, particularly in Western Christianity. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 4, he challenges us to "fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen," revealing how prayer, faith, and spiritual awareness profoundly impact our daily lives. Whether you're wrestling with doubt or seeking deeper spiritual understanding, this eye-opening message will transform how you view reality. Don't miss this first installment of the "Supernaturally Normal" series as we discover how to live with eternal perspective in a temporary world.

Join us for our final message in our In This House series where we lean into what it means to truly pursue God's heart? Pastor Jon invites us on a transformative journey exploring what it means to be "people of pursuit" in today's distracted world. Through the compelling example of King David—a flawed yet faithful man after God's own heart—we discover that pursuing God isn't about perfection, but direction. Pastor Jon reveals practical ways to align our hearts with God's through transparency, absolute faith, and genuine repentance, while emphasizing God's passionate pursuit of the lost. Don't miss this powerful message that will challenge you to examine your own pursuit of God and His heart for others.

Have you ever wondered what makes a church truly come alive? Join us for week four of our series In This House as we hear a powerful message about becoming "people of presence," Pastor Jon challenges us to move beyond comfortable Christianity. Drawing from David's bold decision to bring the Ark of the Covenant into an open tent rather than a closed temple, he reveals how authentic worship and expectant faith create space for God's transformative presence. Through practical warnings about consumerism, comfort-seeking, and complacency in our faith walk, Pastor Jon invites us to pursue a deeper, more dynamic relationship with God where His presence is welcomed and anticipated.

Experience the heart of Radiant with our current sermon, "People of Prayer," week 3 of our impactful series "In This House." This message invites you to explore the transformative power of prayer as the key to intimacy with God. Discover how prayer is not just a ritual but a relational invitation to know the heart of the Father. Learn how praying Scripture can unlock God's promises and activate faith in your life. This sermon also emphasizes the role of prayer in sparking revival and maintaining a soft heart in a divided world. Join us as we delve into the profound truth that prayer is the language of heaven, offering us the power to change history, heal hearts, and draw closer to God. Whether you're seeking to deepen your prayer life or understand its significance, this message is a call to embrace prayer as a vital part of your spiritual journey.

Join us for week two in our sermon series "In This House," where we explore who God is calling us to be as a church and as individuals. In this week's message, "People of Praise," we delve into the significance of praise and worship in our lives. Drawing from 1 Timothy 3 and Psalm 150, we learn that praise is not just a component of worship but a powerful expression of our faith. Discover the biblical foundations of praise, its role in creating an atmosphere for God's presence, and how it serves as a weapon in spiritual battles. Whether you're on a mountaintop or in a valley, this sermon will encourage you to embrace praise as a vital part of your spiritual journey. Join us as we lift our voices and hearts in worship, celebrating the greatness of our God.

Join us for our new sermon series, "In This House," where we explore the foundational values and culture of Radiant Church. Over the next five weeks, we'll delve into what it means to be a people of potential, praise, prayer, presence, and pursuit. This series aims to define and revisit who God has called us to be, both as individuals and as a church community. In our first message, we focus on being a "People of Potential," understanding that each of us has inherent God-given abilities and purpose. Through faith, obedience, reliance on the Holy Spirit, and spiritual growth, we can reach the potential God has for us. Join us as we seek to steward the growth and opportunities God is providing, and learn how you can be a part of this exciting journey. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your faith and connect with our church family!

Join us for an inspiring sermon by Pastor Lee Cummings, titled "Flourishing in Your Identity," based on Ephesians Chapter 2. Discover how the church is not just a building but a spiritual ecosystem designed to help you thrive in your new identity in Christ. Pastor Lee shares his personal journey and emphasizes the importance of being rooted in the local church, where we find our true identity and grow stronger together. Learn how to embrace your new passport in Christ, leaving behind the old and stepping into the fullness of who God created you to be. This message will encourage you to invest in the church community and experience the transformative power of living out your God-given purpose. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of your identity in Christ and the vital role of the church in your spiritual growth.