This week, Pastor John's sermon, "What Do You Want?", explores Jesus's opening question in John's Gospel, prompting reflection on our deepest desires and highlighting Jesus as the Lamb of God who takes away sin. Pastor John also introduced "Vision Sunday" as an annual tradition at MCN to discern the church's future steps. Pastor John encourages us to build our lives on Jesus and be a light in the world, ready for new ministries and community engagement.
2026 January 11 - J. Nielson - His Name Is Jesus: Identity
This week, Pastor John explores the baptism of Jesus in Matthew 3:13–17, a moment rich with meaning and revelation. He reflects on how Jesus’ baptism reveals identity at multiple levels: who God is, shown through the presence of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and who we are as God’s children. The message highlights Jesus’ obedience in fulfilling all righteousness and how His baptism serves as a model for believers today. At its heart, the sermon invites us to consider questions of identity, grounding our understanding of ourselves in the nature and character of God.
2026 January 4 - J. Nielson - His Name Is Jesus: The Word
This week, Pastor John kicks off a new series titled "His Name Is Jesus," delving into John chapter 1 to explore the profound identity of Jesus. He emphasizes that Jesus is the eternal Word of God, fully divine, and the very creator and sustainer of all things. Pastor John encourages listeners to stay connected to Jesus as their divine power source through the Holy Spirit as they navigate the new year.
2025 December 28 - C. Ezeigbo - When Hope Is Threatenend
This week, Pastor Chima dives into the often-overlooked realities of the first Christmas, exploring how it was far from a simple, joyful event for Jesus and his family. Drawing from Matthew 2:13-23, he reveals three powerful truths: God's unwavering protection, His comforting presence in suffering, and His unfailing plan, even through the most challenging circumstances. We discover how God sees our pain and works through unexpected places to fulfill His purpose.
2025 December 21 - J. Nielson - The Name That Changed It All
This week we explore the disruptive yet divine arrival of Jesus, focusing on Joseph's faithful obedience to God's unexpected plan. We delve into the significance of the names "Jesus," meaning "Yahweh saves," and "Emmanuel," meaning "God with us," highlighting how these names embody Jesus's mission to save humanity and God's constant presence in our lives. We're reminded that God often works through disruptions, calling us to immediate obedience and trust in His salvation plan.
2025 December 14 - J. Nielson - Is This The One?
This week, Pastor John's message focuses on John the Baptist's doubts while in prison and Jesus' response, highlighting that faith and doubt can coexist. He emphasizes that Jesus answers doubts with evidence of his faithfulness rather than anger, encouraging believers to look for signs of God's presence even in difficult times. Finally, the sermon stresses that Jesus honors those who wait faithfully, asserting that true greatness in the kingdom comes from perseverance and serving others, and that Jesus is the ultimate answer to all questions and needs.
2025 December 7 - J. Ezeigbo - A Repentant Heart
In this weeks message, Pastor Julia emphasizes that Advent is a season of internal preparation, not just outward decoration. She challenges us to examine their hearts for clutter and sin, highlighting that true readiness for Christ's arrival comes through repentance and a longing for cleansing and peace, making space for the Savior within..
2025 November 30 J. Nielson - Ready For His Coming
In this sermon, Pastor John discusses the Advent season, emphasizing that it functions in three tenses: past, present, and future. He challenges listeners to prepare not just for Christmas, but for Christ's return, highlighting the importance of watchfulness, faithfulness, and relationship with God. The sermon underscores that Jesus is always present and encourages leaning into faith, especially during difficult times.
2025 November 23 J. Nielson - A Hymn To Christ The King
In this sermon, Pastor John explores the unique Christian calendar, highlighting that this Sunday is Christ the King Sunday, marking the end of the church year and anticipating Advent. He challenges listeners to consider what it truly means to proclaim Jesus as King and how that belief should transform their daily lives. Drawing from Colossians 1:11-20, the message reminds believers of their identity as a people strengthened and provided for by God. It emphasizes living with thankful joy, being a light in a dark world, and remembering their redemption and forgiveness in Christ.
2025 November 16 J. Nielson - Living With Loss
Today's message focuses on dealing with loss and finding strength in God during difficult times. Pastor John uses the biblical story of Haggai and Zerubbabel rebuilding the temple to illustrate how God encourages His people to persevere despite discouragement and significant loss. The core message is to be strong in the Lord's strength as God is always present and faithful, even when the path ahead seems overwhelming.
2025 November 9 J. Nielson
In this sermon, Pastor John explores the Book of Habakkuk, focusing on the prophet's laments and God's responses. He emphasizes that faith often begins in confusion and complaint, and that God invites us to bring our questions, sorrows, and doubts into His presence as an act of trust and worship. The sermon highlights that even when life is chaotic and uncertain, God's timing is perfect, and the righteous will live by faith.
2025 November 2 J. Nielson
This All Saints Day message celebrates God's enduring faithfulness through generations, honoring believers who have faithfully lived their lives and become part of the "great cloud of witnesses." It encourages the congregation to remember and be inspired by these examples.