It’s been said that we are all God’s children. But Jesus gave a qualification for being called a child of God. In Matthew 5:9 – Jesus said, “blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called children of God.” During this unprecedented time, our prayer has … Read More
Sermons
Promise of Holy Spirit
This weekend is significant to all followers of Jesus Christ because it is time that we look back at the birth of The Church through the out pouring of God’s Promise – The Holy Spirit – On the day we call Pentecost. In this message, … Read More
Taking next steps
After 2 months of COVID-19 quarantine, The Church has been given the green light to take steps to reconvene in person gatherings. In this session, Pastor Kelly outlines the rollout plan for re-gathering public services at the REFINERY Church campus. In addition, he encourages each … Read More
Walking into the unknown
When Jesus calls us into the unknown, the only thing we know is that Jesus is in it, and that alone is enough. The unknown can be a scary and confusing place in life. How can we respond in these difficult and/or unfamiliar seasons? It’s … Read More
Power of Influence
On Mother’s Day we have the opportunity to reflect on how we have been influenced by our mothers and others. There is also the realization that we are a people of influence. Influence is like the thermostat in your house – it sets the temperature … Read More
Healthy Home
After 6 weeks of quarantine, it is easy lose our patience and tempers with those in our homes. Dr. Jim Burns shares thoughts on how to keep our home relationships healthy. This has been a time when we are confined with family members for an … Read More
Daily Bread
During this challenging time we have discovered that God promises He WILL provide “daily bread” for His people. We have access to God each day and the ability to get “daily bread”. He provides bread for our Spirits, our Emotions and our Bodies. Scripture says … Read More
Blessings in a crisis
An inspiring story from The Bible, and personal testimony from Nicole Suydam, CEO of Goodwill OC, on how to be a blessing during a crisis. God wants to do something incredible in and through each person during this unique moment in history. It’s during these … Read More
This Changes Everything: Easter Service
Livestream Resurrection service for 2020 We live in a time and a moment in history when things that we thought might happen have changed. Life is full of “this changes everything” moments. When Jesus Christ rose from the dead, it was the greatest “this changes … Read More
Triumphal Entry: Palm Sunday
A conversation and special message around the significance and relevance of the beginning of Passion Week called “Palm Sunday”. Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem was a declaration of peace to face our troubled times. Each day we face uncertainty and concern. We need peace to face … Read More