Hey Guys,This past Sunday, we opened our Bibles to one of the most theologically rich and spiritually urgent passages in all of Scripture—John 5:19–24. In a culture filled with religious confusion and moral compromise, we heard something crystal clear: Jesus Christ is not just a teacher or healer—He is the divine Son of God.The message was titled “From Death to Life,” and that’s exactly what Jesus...  Read More

Hey Guys,There are some passages of Scripture that shake the soul. John 5:19–24 is one of them.In these few verses, Jesus speaks with unmistakable authority—not as a teacher of truth, but as the source of truth. Not as a prophet pointing to life, but as the giver of life itself. And not as a witness to judgment, but as the righteous Judge of all mankind.That’s why this Sunday at New Hope Baptist C...  Read More

Hey Guys,What a powerful Sunday we shared together! As we kicked off our Wonder Junction Vacation Bible School, the Lord reminded us through Psalm 118:8 that life’s safest, wisest, and most fulfilling track is found in trusting Him alone.“It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in man.”Whether you're a long-time believer or someone just beginning to ask spiritual questions, "The Righ...  Read More

Hey Guys,As news breaks across the world of U.S. military strikes in Iran, hearts are heavy and minds are stirred. These moments remind us that we live in a fallen world marked by conflict, rebellion, and the ever-present tension between peace and justice. I feel compelled to speak—not from a place of political reaction, but from a biblical conviction that we are called to truth, to prayer, and to...  Read More

Hey Guys,The 2025 Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting in Dallas, Texas, is now behind us. Like many others who love this convention, I left with a heavy heart — not just because of how certain votes turned out, but because of the tone, the laughter, and the moments that revealed something deeper and more troubling than mere disagreement. They revealed a spiritual sickness that can’t be fixe...  Read More

Hey Guys,As the trains roll into “Wonder Junction” for an exciting week of Vacation Bible School, we’re inviting you to join us this Sunday for a powerful message that will get our hearts on the right track—both spiritually and eternally.Our theme verse this year is Psalm 118:8:“It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in man.”With so many voices competing for our trust—culture, peers...  Read More

Hey Guys,What kind of man are you becoming?That question echoed in our sanctuary this past Sunday—and for good reason. As we gathered for a special Father’s Day message, we weren’t just celebrating dads; we were challenging every man to step into his God-given identity with boldness and humility.In the sermon, “Man on a Mission: Called, Confronted, and Commissioned,” we saw that biblical manhood i...  Read More

Hey Guys,What does it really mean to be a man of God?It’s a question that cuts deeper than the world’s empty definitions of manhood. It's more than having a strong handshake, a full schedule, or a packed toolbox. Being a man of God is about leading with conviction, fighting through real struggles, and loving like Christ—no matter the cost.And the truth is: many men are silently wrestling with thes...  Read More

Hey Guys,This past Sunday, we looked at one of the most personal and powerful encounters in the Gospel of John—a man who had suffered for 38 years, lying by the pool of Bethesda, hoping for a miracle that never seemed to come.Then Jesus arrived.And everything changed.But before the healing… came the question:“Do you want to be made well?” (John 5:6)What Jesus RevealedThrough this passage, we were ...  Read More

Hey Guys,“Do you want to be made well?”That’s the question Jesus asked a man who had been sick, lame, and lying by a pool for thirty-eight years.Thirty-eight years of waiting.Thirty-eight years of disappointment.Thirty-eight years of brokenness with no relief in sight.This man had been near the pool of Bethesda—a place where healing was rumored, where people waited for something miraculous to stir...  Read More

Hey Guys,Have you ever obeyed God without having all the answers—just holding onto His Word?That’s exactly what we saw in Sunday’s message “When Faith Hears and Obeys,” part of our ongoing series Believe: A Study of John. We explored John 4:39–54 and the story of a royal official who found himself at a crossroads of desperation, decision, and divine transformation.He came to Jesus seeking healing ...  Read More

Hey Guys,Have you ever found yourself standing at the edge of uncertainty—needing to make a decision, take a step, or trust God without knowing what the outcome will be?That’s exactly where we find a desperate father in John 4:46–54. His son is dying. Time is running out. And his only hope lies with a man named Jesus.This Sunday at New Hope Baptist Church, we’ll continue our sermon series “Believe...  Read More