This message focuses on Jesus’ bold statement in John 15: “I am the vine; you are the branches,” teaching that true life and purpose come only from staying connected to Him. To “abide” means to remain close and surrendered to Jesus, letting His way shape our character and actions. It reminds us that God’s pruning—removing selfishness, bitterness, and other spiritual disease—is not punishment but preparation for greater fruitfulness. We are called to trust the pruning process, stay with Jesus, and let His life flow through us so we can grow stronger in faith.
Community & Fellowship
God designed us to grow together, not alone. The church is a family where we support each other, pray for each other, and walk through life side by side. In community, we discover belonging, accountability, and a place to be known and loved.
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Messages (12)
The Service Effect | John 13:1-20
This message reminds us that Jesus calls His followers to humble, sacrificial service—loving others just as He loved us. By washing even Judas’ feet, Jesus shows that true discipleship means serving without conditions. When we pick up the towel in our daily lives, we reflect His heart to the world around us.
The Good Shepherd | John 10
In John 10, Jesus reveals Himself as the Good Shepherd who fulfills God’s promise to care for His people, guiding, protecting, correcting, and ultimately laying down His life so that His sheep may know His voice and live abundantly in Him.
Bring your Happy Meal | John 6:1-14
In John 6:1–15, while Philip focused on the impossibility of feeding the crowd, Andrew simply brought a boy’s small meal to Jesus, showing the power of bringing what we have to him. The message teaches that God can multiply even our smallest offerings when surrendered with gratitude, turning them into blessings that impact others and advance his kingdom.
On Mission Together
This message serves as a heartfelt call to return to the foundational mission of the church: helping people know and follow Jesus…
Gathering
The Church should be united under shared values to achieve a collective vision, particularly within a church community. Drawing from Acts 2, the author explain how early Christians devoted themselves to timeless values like gathering, worship, generosity, and prayer despite facing societal challenges…
John 4:27-38
This message continues the story of the Samaritan woman at the well, focusing on the radical transformation that occurs when someone encounters Jesus…
John 2:1-11
This message focuses on the first miracle of Jesus at the wedding in Cana, where He turns water into wine, revealing His glory and strengthening His disciples’ belief in Him…
United
This message is the culmination of an eight-week journey through the church’s core values and vision…
People
This message is a passionate call to action centered on the timeless value of “people reaching people.” It reflects on the mission of the early church and how their devotion to the gospel has carried through generations to today…
Generosity
Pastor Scott emphasizes the importance of the church’s vision to help families and individuals grow in their faith, accept salvation, and publicly declare it through baptism…
Values and Vision
Watch Life Change – Sonrise Church” dives into the transformative power of intentionally living out your faith. This message encourages believers to step beyond passive belief and embrace a lifestyle of love, action, and courage in everyday situations. With heartfelt storytelling and practical wisdom, it challenges the audience to live in a way that reflects Christ’s presence—inviting others into that life-changing journey. Let this sermon inspire you to move from faith on the inside to faith in action.