Vertical Church Sermons

Living with the Attitude of Christ

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:24:58 GMT

Let’s live in a way that says that our citizenship is in Heaven. Let’s give the Lord all areas of our lives, not some, amen? Let’s live glorifying God, honoring those around us, and showing the attitude of Christ. It’s worth it. Lord, go before us!🙏

He Turns It All for the Good of Those Who Love Him

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:38:12 GMT

This week, we continue in week 2 of the Philippians summer series. In Philippians 1:12-14, while the Apostle Paul was imprisoned for His faith, he focused on how God was working behind the scenes, saving souls through this situation. Romans 8:28 says that God makes all things work together for the good of those who love Him. So when the world is hard and when people are difficult, we can trust that God will make it all work together for His glory and our good. We live in a broken world, but will we submit to the world or submit to God who can turn all things for good? Check out this message to hear more on this!

It's Not Easy, But It's Worth It

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:10:24 GMT

This week, we launched a series on the book of Philippians, and Pastor Phil walked us through the topics of God continuing to work in our hearts and the importance of praying for other churches.

Lord, help us to stay humble and willing to be taught by You. Philippians 1:6 says “I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.” So Lord help us to be willing to be worked on from now until Your return, always praying for other churches and believers along the way. Amen.💚

God's Presence In the Waiting

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:43:21 GMT

This week, one of our elders Morris Gurr reminds us that the Lord is ALWAYS present and working in the waiting. Check out this message where he walks us through a few ways we can be present with the Lord and press in in the waiting as well.

Bible Stories of Great Maturity

Sun, 31 May 2026 16:23:20 GMT

As we wrap up this message series, Lord help us to keep Your teachings on our minds. You are worth it. Help us to be consistent in prioritizing You in all seasons, and help us to keep a humble heart before You. Help us to love You and those around us well this week. Amen.

Choosing to Live In the Light

Sun, 24 May 2026 19:43:09 GMT

In this series we are talking about spiritual maturity, and this week we discuss the importance of choosing to live in the light. Scripture tells us that God is light and in Him is no darkness at all. We as humans often think it would be uncomfortable to come into community, be real, and bring things we have struggled with into the light. But bringing things into the light brings healing and forgiveness. Pastor Phil encouraged us to have a moment with the Lord, and maybe call on someone we trust to pray with us. What are we being called to bring into the light this week?

Strength and Endurance in Our Faith

Sun, 17 May 2026 19:31:58 GMT

This Sunday we discuss endurance and how important it is to endure in our faith. Endurance is remaining under pressure, and it’s formed deeply in difficult situations and seasons. We need the Lord's strength to remain. This week Pastor Phil leads us in a message where we call on the Lord's strength to endure. Lord, give us strength to endure the hardships and know you more closely. We trust that it’s all worth it. Amen.

“I would rather get to embrace Jesus with scars and bruises and hear well done good and faithful servant than give up.” - Pastor Phil

Living as Healthy Men & Women of God

Sun, 10 May 2026 19:57:16 GMT

This Mother's Day Sunday we're walking through what it looks like to operate in our God-given callings as men and women of God. Pastor Phil walks us through what the Bible says about living in our God-given callings, and what it looks like to have a healthy view of the opposite gender. He reminds us that when we love God, we love His design and creation, even if it is different from our preferences.

We apologize for the sound issues this week. This will be fixed for next week's livestream. Thank you for understanding!

Church Hurt: How We're Called to Respond

Sun, 03 May 2026 20:55:52 GMT

This week we discussed how difficult it can be when we are hurt by someone in the Church, but also how important it is to respond in the way God calls us to respond. Vertical Church Elder Chad Vance led us to reflect on ways we have been judgmental or sinful ourselves, and led us to have a moment with the Lord to invite Him into those areas. If it's time for you to start operating out of a place of healing instead of a wound, this message is for you. Lord, help us to love You and love our neighbor.

Knowing & Using Your Spiritual Gifts Well

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:03:13 GMT

This week we continued in the "Spiritual Maturity" series, talking about how scripture teaches that our spiritual gifts are from God and for God. Pastor Phil walks us through ways to wisely and humbly use the gifts God has given us to bring God glory and encourage those around us. We are called to use what we have been entrusted with well, so let's look at how we can do that.

Jesus, Be Our Only Source

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:43:38 GMT

This week, we reflect on what we've been running to as our "source" in day-to-day life. Jesus is the only well that never runs dry. He will never let us down. Our God will never leave us. So are we running to Him and running to Him regularly? Pastor Phil walks us through what it means to have Jesus as our 'source' and how this transforms everything in such a good way.

You Don't Have to Live In Turmoil

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 20:46:01 GMT

Why Should We Live Differently? (Easter Sunday)

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:18:11 GMT

Happy Easter! This Resurrection Day, we're talking about living differently. When Jesus was crucified, the veil in the temple, which was four inches thick, was torn from top to bottom. The veil in the temple originally separated people from the direct presence of God because of His immense holiness. They would enter the temple to pray but wouldn't go past the veil. BUT that veil became torn, meaning we have direct access to the Lord! This means that we should live differently because Christ died for our sins. So let's live differently, remembering what Jesus did. Let's stop living behind a veil. Let's live differently with Jesus!

Letting God Clean Out What's Been Lingering

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:39:08 GMT

This week Pastor Phil led us in a message about giving area single area of our life over to the Lord. We had a moment to reflect on whether anything has been lingering in our life that has no right to be there. This week, we can pray-- Lord, clean out the old from our lives. Purify every part of our lives and help us fill the space with the things of You.

What Is Our Place In God's Kingdom?

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 20:40:27 GMT

Good news… The Lord has a plan and a purpose for all of us! Let’s be willing to step out in faith to operate in our role, our gifting, and our calling from God.

When God Gives A New Perspective

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT

This week we talk about healthy "vantage points," also knows as healthy perspectives. We serve a God who not only has ways much higher than ours, but he also sees us and understands us. May His ways shape the way we view the world around us-- in our conversations, in grief, and in making difficult decisions. Lord, help us to see things the way You see them. Give us new hope, new faith, and new viewpoint. Help us see things from a healthy and faithful point of view💚

Leaving No Doubt that Jesus is of the Greatest Value

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 15:11:53 GMT

A prayer to pray for this week: Lord, help our choices and time management reflect that You are what we value most. May we leave no doubt that Jesus is of the greatest value— with our time, energy, rest, finances, & so on. He is truly of the greatest value🙏🙏

Humility & Asking God for Help

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:56:22 GMT

This week we walk through why humility is so important in our walk with the Lord. We need humility if we are going to treat God as the good Father that He is. If we are going to be obedient to the Lord and be honest about how much we need him, we need to confess our shortcomings, pray, fast, worship, seek unity, and remember that our personal preferences aren't more important than honoring the Lord. Let’s ask the Lord to help us keep humility a priority. This week, Pastor Phil walks us through allowing the Lord to remove the unhealthy things in our foundation.

The Value of A 'Yes'

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 19:34:40 GMT

This week Pastor Phil speaks on the value of a "yes" to the Lord. Don’t overcomplicate serving, as far as what specific area to serve in, etc. We are called to read the Bible, respond to God, and serve God. Our God is alive and active, and the Lord will lead us as we seek to serve Him and glorify Him. He is our Good Shepherd, and He will go before us. Pastor Phil shows us the Truths about the Lord that show this.

Be of Good Courage & Stay Focused

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 19:37:28 GMT

Following God isn’t linear lines, which means there are journeys along the way. Have you been discouraged? Are there ways the enemy has tried to distract you and pull away your focus? Are there ways the enemy is trying to intimidate you? This week, Pastor Phil walks us through bringing those things before the Lord, staying focused on His promises, and being of good courage.

What is God's Plan for Your Life?

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 07:54:42 GMT

Here's a message for you to watch at home on your snow day! Praying for y'all! Love y'all, and be safe! -- Let's talk about God's plans for us.

Stay Focused On What God Is Doing

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 18:22:34 GMT

Let's stay focused on what God is doing rather than what's going on around us or where we fall short. Many people think that the most ineffective people are the ones with "no talent," but in reality it's those who lack focus on what matters most. Will we lay our lives down for God to build something, or will we just focus on ourselves? What do we care most about and what are we most focused on? The past couple weeks, we have talked about how we must have self-denial in our faith walk with Jesus-- and that includes our thoughts and focus. This Sunday we discuss focusing on what God has done and what He is building, rather than what we don't know and where we fall short.

In Nehemiah 2, Nehemiah had faced great opposition, but he trusted that God's hand was upon him and focused on what God had called him to do-- to rebuild the wall of Jerusalem. This week, we discuss how to focus on God and His hand.

There is Strength in What God Builds

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 14:51:03 GMT

Who will get low and be humble? God desires to move, but He calls us to be humble before Him. One of the fruits of the Spirit is self-control (or self-discipline). God has given us not a spirit of fear, but one of self-discipline.

Maturity is not built in a moment, and we will face opposition. The Bible says that person without self-control is like a city with broken down walls, but we are called to be a city built on a firm foundation.

This week we walk through 3 things we are called to do to keep a Kingdom-focus, staying humble and leaning on the Lord's strength.

God Takes Ashes to Victory

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 13:01:40 GMT

“He has sent me to proclaim that captives will be released, that the blind will see, that the oppressed will be set free” (Luke 4:18)💚 //That's the heart of Jesus and the heart of our message this week. Jesus didn’t come so that we would be somewhat spiritually free. He came to set us completely free. Does it feel like brokenness or oppression has become part of you? Jesus proclaims Good News. There is fullness and beauty from ashes. Pastor Phil prays the Lord uses this message to speak to you today.

For the One Needing Strength This Year

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 11:39:06 GMT

Feeling like you're lacking the strength and energy you need to enter into the New Year? This week, we walk through how God's grace fills in the gaps. Pastor Phil shows us three things the Lord offers us so that we can have His strength for things ahead. Thank You Lord that we don't have to operate out of our human weakness🙌

What Not to Bring with You Into 2026

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 13:19:09 GMT

This year, let’s live like Jesus really is our top priority. This Sunday we set the tone for 2026 by thanking Him for what’s He’s done and by praying for a move of Him. Pastor Phil shows us why it's important to leave certain things in 2026, and he highlights 5 things that are vital to bring into 2026.

New Hope & A New Way of Thinking

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 19:57:24 GMT

This Christmas, let’s live humbly in the work that’s Jesus has already completed. In His power, let’s operate in His forgiveness, asking Him to continually renew us, clean out the old things and make room for new life! This Sunday, we explore the new hope and New Covenant that came along when Jesus was born.

Why is Christmas so important?

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 17:15:54 GMT

We celebrate Christmas every year, but do we know why Jesus' birth was so game-changing for us? This Sunday, we talk about the world's desire for a Mediator between us and God before Jesus was born. Do we regularly think about how we have free access to Jesus today? How incredible! Let's talk about this, and how Jesus gives us true hope and freedom that we can live in.

How to Keep Jesus at the Center

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:02:53 GMT

This week, one of the Vertical elders Morris Gurr spoke on the beauty of keeping Jesus at the center of our lives, marriages, relationships, etc, and he elaborates on practical ways to do so.

God's Strength for You in Spiritual Warfare

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 19:49:01 GMT

You don’t have to fight on your own this week, in your own strength. Let’s be strong in the Lord’s mighty power. (Eph. 6:10) //The Bible teaches us to put on the full armor of God so we can fight: the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the readiness of the gospel of peace for your feet, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

God's Best for Men & Women

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 14:40:43 GMT

This week, Pastor Phil dives into what God calls men and women to Biblically. Let’s operate in the ways the Lord intended, in our God-given callings. Let’s glorify the Lord in all that we do, not ourself. Lord, help us to walk in these callings spiritually.

What's holding you back from what God is calling you to?

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 12:55:29 GMT

Description: Lord, help us to have hunger and humility for the things of you. Help us to let go of those old shackles so that we can walk in the fullness you have for each of us. Thank You Jesus.

What to do when your old ways try to sneak back in

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 21:32:40 GMT

So thankful today that with the Lord's strength we can push back the darkness when our old ways try to creep back in. Jesus, help us remember that no matter how familiar and comfortable our old self is, it’s not our friend and doesn’t want the best for us. You do.

All for One

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 16:50:16 GMT

A great day in the House of the Lord!// Each day let’s pray to become more like Christ, to see things through the lens of Christ, love others like Jesus, and treat others the way Jesus has treated us. Lead us, Lord

Knowing Your Purpose Gives You Healthy Perspective

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 13:37:17 GMT

Understanding purpose gives perspective. Your purpose is in Christ, and you don’t have to strive to be good enough for it. Just live for Him. Don’t go by what the world tells you. Show the world that there’s always hope because our God is still just as strong today as ever.

How to Stay Spiritually Healthy

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 13:55:44 GMT

Today’s message reminded us that because of what Jesus has done and who He is, we don’t have to stay far from God! In Christ alone, we can go from being discouraged to being filled with HOPE.

Alive and Free in Jesus

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 13:26:32 GMT

This week, Pastor Craig Tippie was in town to bring the Word! Pastor Craig and his wife Daisy are missionaries in Peru who faithfully serve the Lord, honestly teach His Word, and love people well. This Sunday, we walked through Ephesians 2 together, and he showed us what scripture says about our past, present, and future, when we give God our whole heart. Give this message a listen to hear more on this topic on freedom in Christ!

1. Past: We were dead in the ways in which we once walked.

2. Present: But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ—by grace you have been saved and raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus

3. Future: So that in the coming ages He might show the immeasurable riches of His grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus. For by grace you have been saved through faith. (Ephesians 2:2-10)

We Have A Craving for Clarity

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:18:53 GMT

Struggling for clarity? Today we explored how we can all wrestle through emotions, circumstances, and things going on in the world. Ephesians 1 reminds us that God has a plan and has always had a plan, greater than we can fathom. He works all things together for the good of those who love Him. Let’s trust His heart, even when we don’t understand His hand. When we fix our eyes on the truth in His Word, we’re filled with faith and supernatural vision!

Living Like Church Is More Than a Building

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 05:17:56 GMT

This week, let’s remember that the Church isn’t just within the four walls of where we go on Sundays, and that our mission is everywhere we go.

You Have the Gift, but Are You Loving?

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 20:22:37 GMT

This week we talked about living on mission through using our spiritual gifts and loving others well. Pastor Phil gave us some interesting scriptures to think on this week. Let's use our gifts in a way that loves others and honors the Lord, rather than self, amen?

What it means to be on mission

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 11:52:51 GMT

Do we make impact or excuses?

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 11:38:25 GMT

Living Parables

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 20:45:50 GMT

This week, Pastor Armando Doblado from Northlands Church brought a word about being bold to share our stories of what Jesus has done.

//John 20:21 says, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, I also send you.” Jesus calls us to go outside the walls of the church and show the world around us the love of Christ. We are called to tell of what He’s done, and He gives us the strength to do so. Do we tend to treat this Great Commission as just a great suggestion? May our lives be letters that tell of who You are, Jesus.

Fruit Can Tell Us Things?

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 20:18:25 GMT

Galatians 5 says, "the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control." As we follow Jesus, we will bear His fruit. Pastor Phil speaks on the fruit of the Spirit and the fruit of the flesh this week. Are we submitting to the Holy Spirit or to our fleshly desires? What does the fruit we are producing say about what we honor most in our hearts?

The Goal Is Ongoing Transformation, Not Perfection

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 13:38:22 GMT

We aren’t called to be perfect, we are called to ongoing transformation in the Holy Spirit through healthy accountability, healthy relationships, and helpful conversations. This week, Pastor Phil gives us three helpful questions to ask if we want to have healthy and helpful conversations.

How to Share Your Faith

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 12:14:29 GMT

Let’s be faithful to share the Gospel.Lord, help us to not be afraid, and help us remember that You’re with us all the way. We want to be obedient to You and share your Good News with the world around us. This week, one of our elders, Christian Cook, brought a word on how to share the Gospel and the importance of doing so.

Time with Jesus Transforms You

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 11:41:59 GMT

We are called to listen & follow God above all else. Lukewarmness and indifference doesn’t speak to those around us, but a life passionate about Jesus and His teachings is compelling! Trust that Jesus really is who He says He is, and let’s never stop telling people what we’ve seen & heard… just like Peter (Acts 4:18-20)🙌

Transformation by the Holy Spirit

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 13:08:29 GMT

We don’t have to be “good enough” to live for the Lord. We don’t have to be perfect. Thank goodness! Peter denied Jesus and fled from Him when He was arrested. He then thought he was too far gone to be used by God, but even after everything Peter did, God reminded Peter of his calling— that he was a fisher of men. God just wants our humility & openness to His Holy Spirit.

Pastor Phil walks us through 4 ways to be open and willing this week (Acts 2)

1. Be devoted to His teachings
2. Fellowship & Community
3. Give sacrificially financially
4. Praise God

In Jesus' Name, No More Shame

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 21:29:57 GMT

Lord, help us to walk with You in humility. Humility makes way for heart transformation. And the beauty of the Gospel is that God wants to meet us right where we are and transform us. He doesn’t want to leave us where we are, and He doesn’t want us to continue to operate in our old ways. What good news! Lord, be our foundation for transformation, and help us to not trade spiritual blessing for temporary comfort.

Do We Need Our Perspective Transformed?

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 20:20:01 GMT

Is what is holding us back from our biggest impact our own earthly perspective? Do We Need Our Perspective Transformed? Are we convinced we are right and close-minded to God doing more? This week, let's remember that God can do more than we ask, think, or imagine. He tells us who we are-- children of God. And He gets the final word.

Transformation from Temptation

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Trials can build our faith, and can also build bridges with other people. We aren’t meant to do life alone! So when temptation arises, share with a trusted believer who can help you in a healthy way. Let’s remain awake in Jesus’ presence and strength. This week, Pastor Phil walks us through a message on temptation and how we can look to God through it. After all, He is the one that always provides a way out of temptation.

Can Time & Trials Transform You

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 21:10:33 GMT

This week Pastor Phil walked us through a look at the life of Peter through the lens of trials. We can all wrestle with fear when facing difficulty, but we saw that God even reveals himself to us in the hard times and can even use them to transform us. So be encouraged, brother or sister!

Transformation Comes from a Relationship with Jesus

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 18:55:13 GMT

Transformation takes place in relationship with the Lord. Let’s focus on that relationship this week. When Peter thought about the ways he had sinned in his life, He thought Jesus could never use him… but Jesus told him not to be afraid! Jesus doesn’t speak to who we used to be. He speaks to who He calls us to be. Who else is so thankful for that?!

Is It Time to Step It up in Our Faith?

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 18:54:14 GMT

This week, we thought through what a lukewarm and indifferent faith looks like, compared to an all-in faith like Esther & Mordecai had in the Book of Esther. Let’s be hungry for more of Him and less of ourselves, more of Him and His awesome plans and less of the ones we have for our own lives. Let's pursue a relationship with Him with great faith, and let's compel the world around us to follow Jesus passionately.

Announcing Jubilee: Freedom from All Forms of Trauma

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 19:39:57 GMT

Today we had a special message from Pastor Greg Haswell that reminded us that God wants us to operate in freedom. He doesn’t want you to be captive to the things of this world or the traumatic experiences you’ve had. We can find healing from the Lord when we forgive, repent, replace lies with truth, and invite Jesus into our entire life.

Pride Feels Powerful, But It's Poisonous

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 23:23:45 GMT

Thankful for today’s word on the importance of the Lord increasing and our selves decreasing in our lives. Such a good reminder that pride may feel powerful to us as humans, but it's truly poisonous. Pride leads to a cycle of constantly craving fulfillment from the things of the world, not of God. This week Pastor Phil shows us what to look out for in our hearts to guard against pride. Lord, be glorified. Less of our earthly desires and more of things that will glorify You.

You Are Here for Such A Time As This

Sun, 25 May 2025 18:23:07 GMT

There is a plan after the pain & there is more left in your story. God wants to use you to love and reach people around you. Lord help us to not get comfortable, but to operate in our calling. We were made for such a time as this. (Esther 4:14)

God Knows Your Name & Loves You

Sun, 18 May 2025 19:41:34 GMT

You mean a great deal to the Lord. He’s calling you by name, calling you closer and closer to Him. He is a God who is faithful to come when we ask Him to save us from ourselves, so let’s respond to Him when He calls us. To hear Him— be in His presence, seek Him, and learn to recognize His voice (the voice of a Good Shepherd). God has called each of us by name for a purpose here and now.

Will We Pretend to Love Others or Really Love Them?

Sun, 11 May 2025 00:17:27 GMT

In today’s message we talk through the importance of respect and honor in relationships, according to scripture. Let's walk through Esther 1, 2, & 3, and let's look at the ways in which King Xerxes' disrespect and dishonor of his wife (Queen Vashti) negatively affected their relationship. Let's also look at Esther's decision to use what God had given her to honor the Lord and those around her. Let's use our gifts as a way to show respect and lift others up, not to make others feel negatively and to lift up ourselves. Lord, be at the center of our relationships, and make them healthy.

Discipleship &Living Like Jesus

Sun, 04 May 2025 23:40:21 GMT

This week, Josh Stroud (an elder at Vertical Church) encouraged us to pursue discipleship and a life that looks like Jesus. There are broken people around us that need to know the Jesus that has a hope, plan, purpose, and future for them. So let’s not shy away from being intentional in relationships this week, encouraging one another in walking with the Lord. We’re called to it.💚🙌

A Message for the One Feeling Broken

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 19:16:53 GMT

To the one feeling broken. Be encouraged. Your brokenness is not too much for God. The problem would be if you accept that is all you will ever be. Give your brokenness to God and allow him to heal you. To restore you. To change you into the masterpiece He created you to be for His Glory. This week Pastor Phil walks us through the story of Gideon, showing how God develops us so that we'll have the strength to walk out the calling He has for us. We aren’t enough without Him, but good news… we never have to do it without Him.

You Don't Have to Hide. You Can Heal

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 18:05:00 GMT

Do you ever struggle with the thought that God is angry with you? Maybe that fear has led you to run and hide? The reason Easter is such a big deal for Christians is that we are celebrating Romans 3-- that God in His grace had the collision course of the cross. Yes, the wrath of God does exist but the cross is where it was poured out. The grace collided there. And we get to heal in that truth.

It's Not Good to Lead Alone

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 20:31:56 GMT

Don't Settle for Less Than the Best

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 19:10:22 GMT

Emotions Don't Deserve to Run Your Life

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 19:12:00 GMT

Remember this week that even when the things around us lead to anger, frustration, heartache, and hurt, when we have Jesus, we won’t be crushed. Lord, help us not to let emotions dictate the way we live. This week, Pastor Phil teaches on how to operate as the "more than conqueror" we are with Jesus.

We Are Called to Be Willing Disciples

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 05:42:25 GMT

This week, three of our Vertical Church elders led us in a panel discussing Mark 1:16-20 and Matthew 19:16-22! They talked about what it looks like for us to live as willing disciples of Jesus. Lord, help us to have childlike dependency on You as Your children. Help us to remember that true spiritual wealth is to follow You and follow You closely. Help us to desire to obey you without delay when You call us to something. You are the One worth following and obeying because You’ll never let us down. Excited for y'all to check out this panel with elders Christian Cook, Josh Stroud, and Chad Vance.

What's God's Calling for Your Life

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 03:00:16 GMT

Forgiveness Isn't A Feeling. It's A Calling.

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 02:40:55 GMT

Run Your Race and Don't Look Back

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 20:43:09 GMT

God's Design for Men & Women

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 18:55:53 GMT

This week we walk through what the Bible says about God's Design for men & women. As men and women of God, we are to operate in our Biblical identity and to step up and do what God has called us to. Pastor Phil reminds us of the difference between "spine issues" and "rib issues." Spine topics are all topics that are critical to faith and salvation (Jesus is the Way, Truth, Life), but rib topics are the ones about which different Christians have different interpretations of scripture and may disagree with one another. Today's message includes some rib tropics, so we encourage you to remember that disagreement doesn't have to lead to division. Love y'all!

How to Be A Leader Who Cares

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 01:55:01 GMT

Pastor Jeremy Pearson (McConnell Baptist Church in Hiawassee, GA) brought a good word on who Jethro was in Moses' life. Jethro was Moses' father in law who pointed out that he was trying to handle everyone else's problems on his own, so he then gave Moses pointers for how he could not only share the load, but also raise up other leaders. Pastor Jeremy encourages on the importance of discipleship, being a leader who cares about people and their situations, and getting in the mess with people rather than pointing out their problems and not helping them find a way out.

The Plan for the Provision

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 19:54:27 GMT

Sometimes we don’t notice God’s provision in our lives because it looks differently from what we thought would be best. Lord, help us to trust in You the Provider rather than the provision, knowing that You provide with a plan. Help us to be expectant and not stuck in the past, trusting in You, and looking to You and Bible-believing leaders for guidance.

Staying Focused in the Battle

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 20:13:52 GMT

Fear keeps us from operating in faith. Lord help us to remember that even when something seems like a dead end to us, You see where are going to make a way for us. Lord help us to stand firm where You call us to be. And also remind us that the battle isn't about us! It's about you and how our story can help someone else!

Do We Want God to Transform Our Heart or Just Our Situation?

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 20:08:47 GMT

You Can Stop Running

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 20:34:38 GMT

What's The Purpose In The Waiting

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 16:10:44 GMT

In this first message of the new series, "Story Time," we discuss how God is always working behind the scenes. There’s always more to the story than we can see. He’s been working on our story, AND there’s more to come. God, show us purpose and help us to worship in the waiting. Help us to see things & ourselves with a spiritual view, not just a physical view. We love You, Lord!!!

Our Response to God's Glory

Sun, 29 Dec 2024 17:34:56 GMT

Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty, the whole earth is filled with His glory.” Let’s not leave His presence unchanged. Just like Isaiah, let's realize God's glory and allow it to change our lives, the way we want to live, the way we see things around us. Remember that God's presence and glory never ever lead us to hate ourselves (He loves us!), but they do lead us to hate the sin that has resided in our hearts. Lord, help us to be more like You and less like us. More of You, less of us. Here we are, send us. (Isaiah 6:3)

Christmas Message: Patience, Perspective, & Trust

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 13:31:26 GMT

2024 Christmas Message

How to Love God With All Your Soul

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 18:12:26 GMT

We've spent so much time living like we belong to the world and like we owe it something, but Jesus paid the price we couldn't pay in order to allow us to live spiritually debt-free lives. He wants you to know that your soul is worth much more than what this world has to offer. Pastor Phil walks us through what we may be holding onto, giving the world part of our heart, which it doesn't deserve to own. "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord." "God paid a high price for you, so don’t be enslaved by the world."

Using Your Time, Talents, & Treasures in the Lord's Strength

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 20:42:32 GMT

We've been walking through what it looks like to love the Lord with all your heart, soul, mind, & strength. So what does it mean to love God with all your STRENGTH? It means offering Him your time, talents, and treasures. This week, Pastor Phil walks us through what it looks like to trust God with our time, talents, and treasures, believing that He has created us and our gifts for this exact time in history.

Anxiety Is Not Stronger Than Faith

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 19:50:46 GMT

It can be hard to love the Lord with all our heart, soul, and MIND when anxiety, confusion, and the things of the world fight for our attention. But let’s spend time in prayer and in the Word, re-wiring our thought patterns and shifting our focus to the One who brings hope! We love You, Lord.

Giving Jesus All of Our Heart

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 19:21:34 GMT

In this series, we are diving into how we can give the Lord our all-- every part of us. This week, Pastor Phil walks us through what the Bible says it looks like to give God your whole heart, asking Him to give you a whole new pure heart in His name. He deserves our whole heart.

A Citizen of the Kingdom of Light

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 15:07:00 GMT

Guest Speaker Morris Gurr reminds and encourages that as believers, we are now citizens of the Kingdom of Light-- God's Kingdom. Thank You Jesus! And because we are now citizens, we have the power of God living in us, and we carry it with us everywhere we go! When we were saved, Jesus brought us from the darkness into His glorious light, and we are called to operate in that identity and light. It gives us authority to fight and conquer in the Lord's strength, knowing that when the "kingdoms clash," no weapon of the enemy will prosper against us. We have victory over every battle we face, because of the work done on the cross. So thankful!

How to Win A Spiritual Battle

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 21:02:26 GMT

Focusing on the Father's Business

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 10:58:59 GMT

We are called to be Ambassadors for Christ. When Jesus was a child, He told His earthly parents He was all about the Father's business. Let's be that way! This week, we talk about what it looks like to live "about the Father's business."

Why the Holy Spirit Matters

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 12:58:12 GMT

Many of us would love help in accomplishing what God has called us to because it's easy to feel unqualified, unequipped, incapable. The good the is... we don't have to do it on our own! This week, we talk about the importance of the Holy Spirit, and how He's our helper and advocate. Our purposes are of great value. No wonder the enemy tries to get us to quit, and thank goodness for our Helper!

The World Brings Numbness. Jesus Brings Fullness.

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 20:12:16 GMT

Jesus tells us in His Word that He came to give us FULL life. He wants us to have a rich and satisfying life and not live life numb. There’s fullness and wholeness in Jesus. There’s identity, purpose, and meaning in Jesus. The things of the world bring numbness that permeates into all areas of our life. Jesus brings fullness that permeates into all areas.

One King and His Kingdom

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 00:56:51 GMT

In today's message, we discuss how we all serve something or someone, whether it’s family, social media, our job, etc. But let’s live our lives first for Jesus, the only one worth it and the only one who gives true purpose! Let’s offer every season of our lives to Him.

Jesus & Jesus' People Group

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 21:22:55 GMT

Guest Speaker Murray Tilles shares his testimony of how he was raised in a Jewish home yet came to declare Jesus as his savior while in college. He explains the importance of sharing the name and love of Jesus with Jesus' own people group, and how that very thing changed his life!

Living in the Past or Praying About the Present

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 19:49:55 GMT

Pastor Phil walks us through the story of Saul becoming Paul. God called out to Saul when he was still persecuting Christians. He wanted to save him and use him. Saul's name became Paul, and he went on to write much of the Bible, "forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead." God uses the most unlikely of people, but we can't be most effective if we are stuck in the shame of our past. Pastor Phil walks us through the importance of freedom from our past and praying for our present.

Bringing Jesus to the World

Sun, 22 Sep 2024 12:12:03 GMT

This Sunday, Guest Speaker Bryon Ethington brought a good word on the importance of bringing the name of Jesus to the Jewish people in Israel. Jesus brings hope, light, and salvation, right? So let's make it our mission to share that Good news with everyone we can, including God's chosen people across the world who don't know the Jesus we know.

Can you be too humble?

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 20:01:22 GMT

Sifting, Shifting, & Purpose in the Process

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 18:44:13 GMT

Feel like you're pretending in your faith?

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 19:13:57 GMT

This week, we began a new series, "Imposter Syndrome." Do you ever feel like you're faking it 'til you make it when you're around other Christians? Do you ever feel like you'll never be "as good of a Christian" as those around you? Ever feel like you can't "live up to" the life God has called you to and the freedom He has brought you into? This message is for you.

The Key to A Strong Relationship

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 18:57:05 GMT

This week we discussed the 4 keys to maturity in relationships. Pastor Phil reminded us the importance of willingness to grow and offer grace, and he encouraged us to stay outward-focused. Let's always think about what shows the love of Jesus in out relationships and conversations, always seeking to grow and look more like Jesus!

Living A Forgiving, Peaceful, Others-Focused Life

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 19:26:46 GMT

As believers, we are called to do be mature in our relationships in the workplace, home, school, and elsewhere. One way to be mature relationally is to live sacrificially, putting others and Jesus before ourselves and doing everything we can (in the Lord's strength) to live at peace with everyone. This week, Pastor Phil teaches us practical ways to live a forgiving, peaceful, others-focused life.

Why Being Self Aware Matters in Relationships

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 18:54:10 GMT

This week, Pastor Phil walks us through why self awareness is important for healthy relationships and effective ministry. Check out this first message from the new series "Mature Relationships" today!

Looking in the Right Mirror

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 20:37:44 GMT

Guest Pastor Jeremy Pearson brings the word this week on mirrors, identity, and how living for Jesus is not about behavior modification but instead about heart transformation. Who and what are we looking to for our identity? Jesus transforms our whole heart and tells us who we are in Him.

Coming Back to Thank Jesus

Sun, 14 Jul 2024 20:57:13 GMT

This week, Pastor Phil walked us through the John 17 scripture, where Jesus healed ten men but only one came back to thank Him. He encouraged us spend time reflecting on whether we come back to Jesus in gratitude and worship after He moves in our life. Do we want Jesus to transform our hearts, or do we just want Him to help us acquire what we want?

Living in the Light

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 19:21:31 GMT

This week, Pastor Phil continued in the "Summer Shift" series by focusing on bringing the hidden parts of our lives into the light of Jesus. The Lord wants all of us, including the parts we aren't proud of, and he wants to bring us out of the dark entirely. We talked about the power of our testimony, opening up to trusted healthy believers, and prayer tools.

Let Someone Fight for You

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 17:14:56 GMT

Despite all the horrible things He went through… David believed there was always more strength to be found in the Lord. The Lord doesn't want us to fight battles on our own. Pastor Phil dives into the things the Lord gives us, things we have access to today, things that allow us not to fight in our own strength: Holy Spirit, Words from the Father, Peace, Promise to Return, His light burden and easy yoke, Community.

The Truth About F.O.M.O

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 17:20:33 GMT

Do you have a fear of missing out? Afraid life is going to pass you buy if you don't have the next big thing? But the Word tells us that a healthy life has purpose and a pause... even God took a Sabbath Day. He didn't need to rest, but He wanted us to see how important rest was to Him. Jesus teaches a Way that's different and lighter that that of the world. A purpose and a pause to balance the beam. Have we been chasing the pace of the world, worried about missing out?

Seasons, Church Hurt, & Healing

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 20:44:01 GMT

The Bible tells us, "For everything there is a season." Sometimes we feel trapped in a negative season, and other times we try to rush a good season. This week, Pastor Phil walks us through how to view seasons in a healthy way, and how to move forward with Jesus out of trauma.

What A Productive Pace Looks Like

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 20:20:18 GMT

Jesus says, "Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy burdened and I will give you rest." Jesus wants us to rest, but we have to slow down long enough to meet with Him, and we have to be humble enough to know that we can't do this without Him. This week, Pastor Phil walks us through how we can get so distracted and busy that we settle for a mediocre version of faith, and he helps us learn how we can get out of that rut and experience refreshment in Jesus.

I Want Fresh Fruit

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 21:11:28 GMT

This week, Pastor Phil invited us to participate in a "Summer Shift." Throughout June and July, do you maybe need to shift your schedule and change how you're spending your time? How should we spend our time to show that Jesus is of the greatest value and to bear good fruit?

What Is the Will of God?

Sun, 26 May 2024 06:06:43 GMT

This Sunday, we discuss the will and voice of God. Many times, we think the will of God is found in a specific action... what if the will of God has more to do with our posture toward God? To love Him with all our heart, soul, mind, and life.

You Can Thrive in the Mundane

Sun, 19 May 2024 19:21:15 GMT

God Sees Value In Your Life

Thu, 16 May 2024 17:46:38 GMT

God I Need A Breakthrough

Thu, 16 May 2024 17:45:17 GMT

How Do I Live in the Blessings of God

Thu, 16 May 2024 17:39:28 GMT

Worthy of Your Worship

Sun, 12 May 2024 21:08:09 GMT

To often worship is either humans chasing emotions or avoiding them. Worship isn’t about either. This week, Pastor teaches on how worship is about the amazing character and works of God and that He is always worthy of praise. Regardless of circumstance and emotions.

Talk to Jesus About It

Sun, 05 May 2024 16:11:38 GMT

We aren't called to a timid prayer life. This week, in the "Practical Tools for Building Faith Habits," Pastor Phil teaches on the power of prayer. It's important that we have conviction in our prayer life, knowing that we have access to the King who cares. Keep seeking, asking, and knocking.

How Do You Read the Bible?

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 21:21:52 GMT

This new series focuses on practical tools to grow in one's faith. If we want to read the Bible more, where do we start? This week, Pastor Phil provides some practical tools for Bible engagement. With points such as checking out Biblically sound commentaries and starting your day with scripture, Pastor Phil encourages us that reading the Bible doesn't have to be intimidating, but that knowing scripture is extremely helpful in fighting the enemy.

Bring It All to Peace

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 16:31:22 GMT

This week's message, "Bring It All to Peace" focuses on the importance of actively working towards peace in our lives and relationships. Pastor Phil emphasizes the need for Christians to be peacemakers, even in the face of opposition. After all, the Beatitudes tell us that God blesses those who embody the teachings of Jesus by promoting reconciliation and forgiveness in their daily interactions, and also those who are persecuted for following Jesus and living in His ways.

The Ripple Effect

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 19:13:04 GMT

Welcome to our new series "Decisive Battles!" In this sermon, Pastor Drew unpacks the importance of our decisions. We often forget that the decisive battles in our lives can have incredible or devistating impacts on those around us, depending on how we choose to fight. In his message, Drew lays out a game plan on how to prepare for the battle, and how to come back from tough losses. We hope this sermon inspires you to know that you can win the battle through the strength of the Lord."In just one day, everything can change."Battle:Achan pillaged gold from BabylonScriptures: Joshua 7James 1:13-151 Timothy 1:12-17Romans 6:15-23To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

The Worst Sales Pitch Ever

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 19:11:29 GMT

Part of the "Leave No Doubt" series!To rewatch or catch up on this series or other messages go to our app or website:Website: verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)Facebook: Vertical Church Blairsville

Living Water

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 19:11:17 GMT

Part of the "Wells" series!To rewatch or catch up on this series or other messages go to our app or website:Website: verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)Facebook: Vertical Church Blairsville

How to Have a Burning Bush Moment

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 19:04:13 GMT

In this message, Pastor Phil taught on how to hear the voice of God. It's so important to ask God what He wants us to see, what He wants us to know, and what He wants us to do. He is the Good Shepherd, and He wants to speak to us; it just may not be exactly how we expect Him to. Sometimes, like in the story of Moses, he uses an event to get our attention! Sometimes we need to see the event before we will hear the Voice.

A Fruitful Life

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 19:04:09 GMT

This week, Pastor David Loehr from Hope Church in Woodstock, GA, brought the Word! He walked us through what it looks like to live a fruitful life, sharing God's glory everywhere we go. What kind of fruit are we bearing?

Is love tolerant or patient?

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 19:03:26 GMT

Has the world built its own kingdom of what's right and what's wrong? Has it built its own religionthat has no patience? Is Holy Spirit leading you today to become aligned with what the Bibleteaches rather than what people teach through world views or religion?

Chad Vance Forgiveness Message

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 10:00:00 GMT

Chad Vance's sermon, "I Need the Fullness of God," focuses on seeking God to the fullest and the hindrances caused by sin. He shares the powerful testimony of Ty Bateman's transformation through encountering Jesus and forgiveness. Chad emphasizes the importance of forgiveness in believers' lives, urging them to mirror Christ's image and take sin seriously. He highlights the impact of gossip as a sin often overlooked, encouraging believers to speak life over others and be mindful of their words.

Are We Giving God Our Best?

Sun, 03 Mar 2024 10:00:00 GMT

God deserves our best, doesn't He? This week, Pastor Phil focuses on why Vertical Church values living with a "maximized mindset" and seeking to "leave no doubt" that Jesus is of the greatest value. Referencing scriptures from Matthew 25 and Luke 14, we wrap of this series on our church values. Check out this week's message, and let's walk through how we can practically maximize everything we've been given and compel others to follow Jesus!

Yes, Your Life Has Purpose

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 10:00:00 GMT

This week, Pastor Phil focuses on the purpose and value in empowering all generations to intentionally follow Jesus. Phil also talks through how at Vertical, we want everyone who comes in to feel at home. We get excited weekly for lives to change as they encounter God! What are practical ways that YOU can serve? Check out this message.

How to Hear the Good Shepherd

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 10:00:00 GMT

How Can I Stay Focused?

Sun, 11 Feb 2024 10:00:00 GMT

This week, we continue the series on Vertical Values. We discuss what it means to be "Kingdom-focused," locking eyes with Jesus despite what life throws our way. We also highlight what it means to be "body-builders," people who constantly seek to build up one another in the faith, not just at Vertical, but at all Bible-believing churches. Why is all this important? Pastor Phil dives into the Word of God to explain why.

What do we believe as a church?

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 10:00:00 GMT

In this series, we are covering who we are and what we believe at Vertical. When it comes to church, are you trying to preserve what is familiar to you? Or are you believing in faith that God is going to do a new thing in His Church? God brings new people through the doors of the church that may look differently, dress differently, bring hurt and brokenness. And we believe He is going to move in and through their lives.

Let's Be Emotionally Healthy

Sun, 21 Jan 2024 10:00:00 GMT

Emotional health is not the same thing as spiritual health. You can be fervent and strong in your relationship and connection with the Lord, but be drained emotionally. This week, Pastor Phil shows us warning signs for poor emotional health and gives us ways to strengthen our emotional health. To show Christ in all capacities of our lives, we need to be emotionally ready, and we need to be able to identify Truth.

Is there hope for my mental health?

Sun, 14 Jan 2024 10:00:00 GMT

Is there hope for your mental health? YES. In this sermon series we’re discussing the importance of having Living Hope in all areas of life, including mentally. Pastor Toby encouraged us that things like Christian counseling, medication, etc. are things created by God for you to be healthy to hear and receive Truth. Freedom isn't the absence of struggle. Freedom is the presence of God and the reliance on God in the midst of the struggle.

The Physical Feeds the Spiritual

Sun, 07 Jan 2024 10:00:00 GMT

In this sermon series we’re discussing the importance of having Living Hope in all areas of life. This week we talked about keeping our focus on Jesus in regard to physical health. We often turn to food for comfort or celebration, when He is the only One who offers true hope and comfort!

God Does Not Forget

Sun, 31 Dec 2023 10:00:00 GMT

GOD HAS NOT FORGOTTEN YOU OR HIS PROMISES TO YOU. This past year, have you been feeling forgotten or unseen? God may not do things in the time we want Him to, but He is always on time with His actions and promises. God will use everything you have walked through in a much greater purpose than you can imagine. Check out Guest Speaker Caleb John's message to hear how to practically walk in this Truth in 2024.

Maximized Mindset

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Are you maximizing the gifts God has given you? This week, Pastor Phil talks through why it is vital that we dig up those gifts we buried and use them to glorify the Lord. Yes, use your gift even when you're feeling unworthy. Yes, use your gift even when you know someone is better at it than you are. And YES, you do have a gift. Phil teaches on how it's important for us to use our gifts and to point out the gifts of others when they can't see them.

Is the King Unfair or Generous?

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Is God fair? This week we discussed whether God's character is fair. When we look at what others have, we often get jealous. When we stay focused on the Father, we see more of His generosity toward us. The Lord isn't fair in human terms, and thank goodness. Check out this week's message to learn more about the generous heart of the king.

Forgiving Like the King

Sun, 03 Dec 2023 10:00:00 GMT

How do you view forgiveness? Do you see it as a must, an option, a feeling? This week we define forgiveness according to the Bible. Jesus teaches us that we are to forgive every. single. time. It's a choice, not a feeling. Check out Pastor Phil's "Forgiving Like a King" message to see how we can choose to view forgiveness through the lens of Jesus.

For others

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 10:00:00 GMT

"There is no greater love than to lay down one's life for his friends." John 15:13. This week, Pastor Phil taught on this verse, and how we are called to lead by serving others in love. Are you guarding all that the Lord has entrusted you with in your leadership and your relationships?

Identity in Christ

Sun, 19 Nov 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Is what you find identity in bringing wholeness your life? Once we truly understand our identity given to us in grace by Jesus, it’ll change the way we operate. But if we let our identity rest in anything other than Jesus, it will lead to brokenness. But YOU can live wholeheartedly in Jesus today. What do you find identity in today, and does that need to change?

Drug of Choice

Sun, 12 Nov 2023 10:00:00 GMT

This Sunday, we talked about how the enemy wants us to be distracted by outrage, chaos, and confusion, but we are called to stay focused on Jesus and the full life He has offered us. When we meet chaos with chaos, we aren't sharing the love of Jesus, so let's meet outrage with the Gospel!

Gratitude

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Scripture says to rejoice always, but who actually does this? This week we talked about how we can practically put gratitude into practice, and the ways that can shift the way we see things, even in the worst of times. These tools help us to fully experience the peace of God that GUARDS our minds and hearts.

Do Not Panic

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 10:00:00 GMT

These days, it seems like everyone is talking about the end times. Whether we are in the end times or not, when Jesus is coming back, all of it. But don't panic! The question we should be asking ourselves is not whether we are in the end times, it is whether we will be found faithful to Jesus whenever He does return.

Dangerous Independence

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 10:00:00 GMT

The world tends to view dependence as negative, but the Kingdom of Heaven views it as a must. Do we need to get back to a place of true dependence on God, trusting that He will take care of us like a father to His child?

No Take Backs Partner

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Words matter. We talked this week about how kind words are like honey, meaning we are called to use kind words toward and about others, and in self-talk. Let’s not act out of emotion, but out of love! Kind words are sweet to the soul and healthy to the body, so this means that unkind words have the opposite effect. (Proverbs 16:24)

Blessing or Grace?

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 10:00:00 GMT

This week, we started a series called "Companion Caliber." We all want healthy relationships with our friends, family, spouse, significant other, coworkers, etc.But…. That's easier said than done sometimes. What does the Bible tell us is the standard to be companion caliber? Who we surround ourselves with matters, and are we someone who is healthy for others to spend their time with? Is the way we are living looking for God's blessing or, rather, counting on the grace of God to forgive us?

Overflow

Sun, 24 Sep 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Do we remember often enough that the power of God lives is us as believers by the power of the Holy Spirit? Morris Gurr encouraged us that this is a huge weight off our shoulders, knowing that we don't have to go through this life in our own strength! God gave us the Holy Spirit as a freely flowing Helper in the ups and downs, and a reminder that we have specific gifts given by God for good purpose.

The DNA of A True Believer

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 10:00:00 GMT

DNA is defined as the genetic makeup inside the body's cells that helps make people who they are. This Sunday, we talk about the makeup of a follower of Jesus. 1 Corinthians 13 tells us, "But now faith, hope, love, abide these three; but the greatest of these is love." We talk about faith, hope, and love often in the Church, but what does it look like to practically walk in faith, hope, and love?

From Death to Life

Sun, 10 Sep 2023 10:00:00 GMT

This Sunday, Pastor Craig Tippie (Peru Missionary) encouraged us with Ephesians 2:8-10, "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— 9 not by works, so that no one can boast. 10 For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." If you feel like you need a manual for life, check out this message!

The Heart of It All

Sun, 03 Sep 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Have you ever been overcome by emotions? This week, we talk about how we can't always trust our emotions and feelings, but we can always trust Hod to bring health to our hearts if we humble ourselves.

Rut to Revival

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 10:00:00 GMT

God created us to be in relationship and alignment with Him. When He finds us out of alignment with how He created us to be, he will do anything to bring us back. That often includes Him calling us to humble ourselves, pray, fast, and turn from our ways. This Sunday, we discuss the story of Job, and how the city of Ninevah did each of these things before the Father.

Is Your Faith Seasonal?

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 10:00:00 GMT

This Sunday, Chad Vance brought us the truth that we do not have to stay subject to the seasons we find ourselves in. What great news! But are we living in it? Is our faith seasonal, or do we lock eyes with the One who remains constant through it all, acting out of faith in the fact that good things ARE coming. Are we living life with big faith with Jesus as our Firm Foundation?

Revival Time

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 10:00:00 GMT

This week, we begin the "Revival Time" series. Pastor Phil reminds us that while revival is often talked about as a future event, it can really be something we step into today. Scripture shows us that what we are devoted to we sacrifice for. Are we devoted to what's comfortable, or to seeing a move of God? The moment you will see revival is when you are willing to sacrifice certain things to see God move in your life and others'. What do you belief in enough to step into sacrifice?

Make It Count

Sun, 06 Aug 2023 10:00:00 GMT

This Sunday, Pastor Phil asks whether what we are building in our lives in something that will last. What are you building and who are you building it for? We can build things our whole lives, working hard, being kind, doing all kinds of good deeds and good works, but if we don't do it all for Jesus with Him as our foundation, none of it will last.

Take It By Force: Don't Look Back

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 10:00:00 GMT

In this message, Guest Speaker Ron Guess asked if we have been living for what used to be or if we are living with hope in Jesus for today and for the days ahead. How are we supposed to respond when we see darkness in the world? Do we focus on what's happening around us? Do we look back at "the good ol' days" and grieve them? Or do we lock eyes with the One who gives us hope for today, Jesus? We won't lose heart if we focus on Him. In what does your hope for your life, family, country, and future lie today?

There Can Only Be One

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 10:00:00 GMT

This Sunday, Pastor Phil walks us through the ways scripture teaches that there can only be one master in our lives. Matthew 6 says, "Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be," and this is so true. We all submit to and worship something. Does what we are submitting to and worshiping compel others to follow Jesus or to worship something else? A singular focus brings maximum clarity and impact, so this week we discuss how we can humble ourselves and leave no doubt that Jesus is of the greatest value.

Take It By Force

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Pastor Phil teaches on Matthew 11, " And from the time John the Baptist began preaching until now, the Kingdom of Heaven has been forcefully advancing, and violent people are attacking it." When we experience the collision of light and darkness, we are called to advance the Kingdom by force, but not the kind of force the world teaches of. The Bible tells us exactly how to push back darkness by the power of the Holy Spirit!

Preparing for the Charge

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 10:00:00 GMT

This week, Pastor Phil teaches how in order to truly take the hill and be the light on a hill, it must start with an ability to have the faith to live for Jesus and not ourselves. Living for Jesus is vital, regardless of if it brings great miracles and victories or great persecution or sacrifice. You may be facing a season of life that has included great sorrows, trial, or cost. Be encouraged in the Lord, friend. In His strength, you can take the hill rather than the way of the world, and He will turn it all for your good and for His glory!Want to learn more, though, about how peace can still exist in the midst of pain? Check out this week's message, "Preparing for the Charge."

Overwhelming Victory

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Pastor Phil walks us through how when the world seems dark and chaotic, we must remember that OVERWHELMING victory is ours in Christ who loves us. Are we focusing on fear and the things of this world, or are we taking the hill, being light to the darkness, and fixing our eyes on the One who brings us hope? The battle has already been won, and there is victory coming in Jesus. We can live in victory today! Why be overwhelmed by the things the enemy is trying to accomplish, when we can be beautifully overwhelmed with VICTORY?

Take the Hill

Sun, 25 Jun 2023 10:00:00 GMT

We are called to be a light on a hill for all to see the work God is doing in our life so that people will praise our Father in Heaven. So let's take the hill! In this message, Pastor Phil walks us through that process. There are ways to show and tell the world about the love of Christ, and that means that we can't look like the world. Check out the ways in which the following steps are important in taking the hill and being the light to a world of darkness.- Confess our sin to Jesus- Ask for His grace and mercy to guide and lead us- Remove places of darkness in our life- Find others who will take the hill with us.(Matthew 5 tells us, “You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.")

Give Me Back My Sheep

Sun, 18 Jun 2023 10:00:00 GMT

It can be easy to start to fall into the trap of thinking that God is who we project him to be. Our lives, and our circumstances can get us confused that He is something opposite of His character. Maybe you think he is absent, or even authoritarian. But the truth is that God is a GOOD FATHER. When we see God this way we are secure in our walk with God. Even when we mess up we know we rest in His grace and love and not in our own strength, talent, or failure. It isn’t based on us but based on God. In this sermon, Pastor Phil walks us through how bringing our perspective back to God as a good father can help us to lead better lives as believers.

God, I Trust You

Sun, 11 Jun 2023 10:00:00 GMT

It's easy to trust God when everything is going well, but do we trust Him when life gets chaotic? This week's guest speaker Pastor Darryl Bellar brought such a good word that reminded us that if we don't invite God into the chaos of our lives, we will be controlled by fear. Have you found yourself in a series of events that don't make sense and, quite frankly, stress you out? It's so important that we trust God in the space between "I sought the Lord" and "He answered me." What if what you're praying for is found in the process of stretching out your hands in faith? Whatever it takes (running, walking, limping), keep going. The Lord's presence will surround you.

What is love? What is beneficial?

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Fear of missing out was born in Genesis 3. "FOMO" has been around since the birth of sin. Ever since then, humanity has been seeking to find the answer to the question, “what am I ALLOWED to do?” The enemy will always try to convince you that you do not have enough with what God gave you.But we shouldn't spend our days asking what we are allowed to do. We should always ask what is beneficial to our walk with Jesus. The love of self asks what is allowed. The love of God is what is beneficial. Our freedom in Jesus is much larger than we think. Because the space God gives us to move isall healthy land.

Is love self-serving or sacrifice?

Sun, 28 May 2023 10:00:00 GMT

The love of God has an invitation out to every person. An invitation to experience the love of God. But we often stand in our own way of that. What is it that you love so much that you are holding onto? Because God loved His creation to not hold on to the life of Jesus, who laid down His life for us to experience relationship with Him.What do you want? The love of self… or the love of God? To experience fully the love of God, we must give up ourselves.

God Sees You

Sun, 14 May 2023 10:00:00 GMT

GOD SEES YOU. Because God sees you, you always have hope. You are not left alone. You are not abandoned. There is such a pain that can exist from feeling unseen, unappreciated, or even unloved. We may have to wait for things to change. We may have to be patient. But we never have to wait to be seen by God. He ALWAYS SEES US. I invite you today to talk to the God who sees you. Maybe you are grateful, maybe you are hopeful, maybe you are angry, maybe you are hurt. I encourage you to take it all to the God who sees you today. He wants to hear from you and help you wherever you are in life.Psalm 27: 14 says "Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the Lord."

What is love?

Sun, 07 May 2023 10:00:00 GMT

This week, David Cho brought the Word at Vertical's Blairsville/Morganton Campus! He spoke about what real love is, using the Biblical story of Hosea as the example. Hosea was instructed by God to marry and love a prostitute woman named Gomer. They married, but Gomer struggled with returning to her former life of sin. BUT! Hosea continued to pursue her, showing her love and grace in the middle of her mess. He loved in a selfless way. This story foreshadowed what was to come through the love of Jesus exemplified in His life, death, and resurrection. Jesus tells us that no one is excluded from His family- not even society’s "irredeemable," and the story of Hosea and Gomer is a beautiful example given by God to help us to somewhat fathom the immeasurably selfless love God has for us and has shown for us through His Son, Jesus.

Purpose in the Process

Sun, 23 Apr 2023 10:00:00 GMT

When you walk with the Lord, there is a purpose in the process. The question is are you going to finish the process to see all that God is doing in you? Sometimes we give up on the process because of our own sin. Maybe you struggle with the same sin over and over. BUT, Paul tells us that because of our faith Christ brought us to a place of undeserved privilege, and we can joyfully look forward to sharing in God's glory. It isn’t on our “good enough” basis, but our faith in Jesus alone that gives us that opportunity. Paul would say not to give up on the work Jesus is doing in your life because know you messed up again. Paul would say to stay around Jesus and the work He is doing in your life BECAUSE you, and all other Christians, are not perfect. We can rejoice, too, when we face trials because we know that they help us develop endurance, which produces strength of character, which strengthens our confident hope of salvation.

Power in the Process

Sun, 16 Apr 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Things that have happened since we talked last: Peter and disciples were unable to cast out a demon. Peter denied Jesus after his arrest. Peter and disciples go into hiding, confusion, disappoint after the death of Jesus. Jesus raised from the dead and spends time with Peter to encourage him in the calling for his life. Jesus has gone back to Heaven. We struggle so much to finish the process of walking out this life with God, but God is always at work. He is growing us, expanding us, and taking disappointments, hurts, pains, and still working them together for our good. Through the process, there is refining and testing happening in our lives. There is purpose in it all as our faith is purified. Let's offer Him what we have. He can work with that and finish the process.

Finish the Process

Sun, 09 Apr 2023 10:00:00 GMT

As humans, we pick up wounds over the course of our life. People hurt us with their words and actions. Sometimes we even feel let down by God. When we get hurt, we can be tempted to shut down or stop. Pastor Phil teaches on Mark 9 to encourage us to finish the process. To let wounds be healed into scars. Don't give up on the process of what God is doing in your life. Emotional wounds, mental health, spiritual bondage, and sins, there is healing to be found, we just have to make sure to finish the process with Jesus.

Colts Can Talk

Sun, 02 Apr 2023 10:00:00 GMT

This week, we had guest speaker Caleb John bring the Word! Caleb spoke on Jesus' Triumphant Entry in Zechariah 9:9-10 and Matthew 21:1-5. He explained that studies show that a car gives subtle clues about its driver, and that what someone drives gives subtle insight into their personality. Jesus chose a donkey as his means of transportation for the Triumphant Entry, and Jesus is King. What kind of king would do something like this? What does this choice reveal about the character of Christ? Check out this awesome message today!

Spare Change

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 10:00:00 GMT

This week, we talked about what it looks like to have spare change to offer others we come in contact with. When Jesus was grieving the loss of John the Baptist, he still had spare change to offer the crowd around Him. He had enough to give others because He drew from His relationship with the Father. Do we? Or do we try to do things in our own strength?

Feed the Beast

Sun, 05 Mar 2023 10:00:00 GMT

In this message, Pastor Phil highlighted the importance of "feeding the beast," AKA the Holy Spirit inside us. Watch to learn more about how to feed the Holy Spirit in you.

Making Muscles in the Mundane

Sun, 26 Feb 2023 10:00:00 GMT

In this message, Pastor Phil talked about how we can be trained for battle. How do we train ourselves so that we are armed when the enemy attacks? 1) Read the Bible consistently 2) Pray often, giving God room to speak to you 3) Worship God every day of the week 4) Live in community with fellow believersThe Vertical Summit was also held at the end of the service, so check that out!

Bring In the Rapscallions

Sun, 19 Feb 2023 10:00:00 GMT

In this sermon, Pastor Phil emphasized God's great ability the write comeback stories! When it comes to sin, we tend to fall into self-pity, thinking we are too far gone for God to use us. BUT! He is the greatest comeback story author to ever exist. Self-pity is really just us thinking that our sin is greater than the grace of God. Let's give God the credit He deserves.

Milk and Meat; Steak and Shake

Sun, 12 Feb 2023 10:00:00 GMT

In this week of the series "Set the Tone," Pastor Jeremy Pearson from McConnell Baptist Church talked us through the importance of moving from spiritual milk to spiritual meat. Both are incredibly important, but at different points in our walk.

Leave No Doubt

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 10:00:00 GMT

In this week of the series, "Set the Tone," Pastor Phil preached on what it looks like to be a living sacrifice to God, leaving no doubt that Jesus Christ is of the greatest value."Each day, some part of us does not want to be a living sacrifice to Jesus. To leave no doubt that Jesus is of the greatest value, we must die to our wants and desires and come alive in what God plans."Scripture: Romans 12Matthew 27Galatians 2

Marriage or Me

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 10:00:00 GMT

In this week of our series "Set the Tone," Pastor Phil walks us through the idea of God's standards. What are our roles as men and women in the house of God? "We should ask ourselves, is the tone I set for this year… I submit my life to Christ, to the Bible, to the ways of God, even if it pushes against what I want?" Scripture: Ephesians 5Proverbs 1

Burden or Blessing

Sun, 22 Jan 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Week 3 of our series "Set the Tone"In this sermon Pastor Phil walks us through how we have power to view things in our lives as a burden or a blessing. From the words we speak, to serving in church, to tithing. All of these things lead up to how effective we are for God. Join us as we learn the power of viewing things as a blessing, or as a burden."With the tone you are setting in life are you trying to get God to align with money or are youtrying to have money align with God."Scripture:James 3Matthew 23

What Does Our Soul Look Like?

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Join us for week 2 of our Series "Set the Tone." In this message, Pastor Phil walks us through the importance of our soul. We were designed to put Jesus at the center of our lives. Yet sometimes we think people's souls are worthy enough for Jesus. They have messed up too much, or run too far from Him. Instead we see in the gospel of John that no one is too far gone to be redeemed. "The biggest impact we will ever make in this life is when we let God lead. Being me focused is the smallest impact possible. God focused is the biggest impact possible."Scripture:John 4

Rebuilding is Refreshing

Sun, 08 Jan 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Join us for our new series, "Set the Tone." What does it look like to set a plan for your life? What does it look like to have vision? Even though these are associated with exciting things, vision and planning can be paralyzing for people. The good news is that God gave us His word to lead and guide us in this life. In this message, Pastor Phil walks us through the importance of building our lives on His word. "It is worthless to have a good resolution built on a faulty foundation."Scripture: Matthew 7Isaiah 58

Click-baited

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 10:00:00 GMT

Join us Anthony Zammetti shared his testimony and how God has worked in his life.

Born for Battle

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Welcome to week 3 of our series "What's Next?" as we dive into the prophecies and promises we find in the Bible. This week pastor Phil walks us through the story of Jesus coming to earth. We look at why he was born on earth and why we celebrate the birth of Him. Ultimately we see how Jesus coming to earth was really Him calling us into battle. "If God is going to do mighty works in this next season… are we ready to be sent?" Scripture: Luke 1John 141 John 4

GPS: Godly Positioning System

Sun, 11 Dec 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us for week 2 of our series: What's Next? This week we look at the Prophecy we find in Hosea 11 and how it came into fulfillment in Matthew 2. As we dig into God's word we learn the importance of trusting Him with the direction of our lives. "Take the pressure off yourself. We are the sheep. Not the shepherd."Scripture:Hosea 11Matthew 2Psalms 23

Is Your Time Well Spent?

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us for our series, "What is Next?" as Pastor Phil walks us through three different prophecies and see how they actually mean something for us today. In this week we look at the prophecy in Genesis 17 for Sarah and Abraham. No matter the season we are in God is good on his promise. "God’s promise may not happen in the timing we think or want. But that doesn’t mean he is slow or missing his promise."Scripture:Genesis 17

Who is the GOAT?

Sun, 27 Nov 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us as Caleb John walks us through the question who is the greatest of all time?Scripture:Luke 24Proverbs 4Galatians 1

Shipwrecks, Snakebites, Slander. Oh my!

Sun, 20 Nov 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Week 7 of our series "Where is God" In this message Pastor Phil walks us through the story of Paul and the hardships he experienced when he was shipwrecked. Here we learn the importance of staying faithful even in the darkest of circumstances. "Determine the success if you were faithful. Did you endure through the shipwreck, the snakebite, the slander."Scripture:Acts 28

Is Comfort Killing Me?

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 10:00:00 GMT

It can be easy to think that God wants us to be comfortable right? I mean if he wants what's best for us wouldn't that be comfort? In this message, Pastor Phil challenges this notion that the Christian life should be comfortable. Instead God is calling us to more. Stretching us so that we can grow and accomplish more for His kingdom. Maybe the very thing you are struggling with is what God wants to use for your breakthrough. "When is the last time you got excited about who God is making you to be?"Psalms 66James 1

Get Ready: You're A Leader

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Have you ever said "I am not a leader"? What if I told you that is a lie? What if God is calling you higher? What if leadership is exactly the thing God is calling you toward in your life. Join us as Pastor Phil walks us through how God wants to use you as a leader in your job, in your family and in your life. "If God has anointed us, set his seal of ownership on us, and deposited Holy Spirit in us… has it led to usbeing complacent or compelling?"Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1Ephesians 2Matthew 28Luke 14:23

Can I Sin Too Much For God to Care About Me?

Sun, 30 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In this message we look at the parable of the Prodigal son. What can we learn from the prodigal? And what can we learn from the older brother? In the end we find an incredible Grace our God has for us. Scripture:Hebrews 4Luke 15"Has it sunk in. God wants you to come home. He doesn’t want you to stay away. That is what is so mind blowing about the grace of God. God is capable of loving us… in spite of us."

God Gets The Final Word

Sun, 23 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Life can be difficult and the enemy would love nothing more than to convince us that God doesn't have control over everything. In this message Pastor Phil walks us though how God ALWAYS has the final word. We hope this message encourages you no matter what season you are in. Scripture:Mark 5Luke 22John 11

Is There Somebody On My Side?

Sun, 16 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us for week 2 of our new series. In this message Ps Phil walks us through how we can find God even in the circumstances where it seems like he isn't present. This is your reminder that God is always with you even in the midst of your toughest times. "You are not alone when you follow Jesus." Scripture: Matthew 26-28

Is There Purpose In My Pain?

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Welcome to week one of our new series, "Where is God?"In this sermon Pastor Phil talks about something that we have all experienced pain. What is it? What is the purpose of it? Join us as we learn why we have to go through painful things in our lives and how God wants to use these very things to deepen our faith and activate our conviction. "We ask, “Where is God!?” …. but do we even truly know where to look?"Scripture:1 Kings 17

Are We in the End Times?

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us. for week six of our series, "Elephant in the Room," where Pastor Phil walks us through the question: Are We in the End Times? “What must I be doing to be found faithful when you return?” is the right question."Scripture:Matthew 24 1 Corinthians 9

Let's Talk About Sin

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 10:00:00 GMT

There's so many things in the church that we let go under the rug or not talked about. This series is about bringing those things out in the open so we can discuss them. In this week's sermon Pastor Phil unpacks the idea of sin. The enemy would love nothing more than for us to not talk about sin. Why? Because living holy lives builds God's kingdom and that's the last thing the enemy wants. So join us as we learn more about sin and how we can avoid it to live better lives and build His kingdom bigger. "The sins of humanity are grave enough to make us worthy of hell.The grace of God is great enough to make us worthy of Heaven."Scripture:Genesis 3Romans 5Luke 16Colossians 2

How to Have Hope Even in the Toughest Times

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 10:00:00 GMT

We are called to have hope as believers but the reality is life can be hard. Join us as Ps Drew Grubbs reminds us where to find hope despite our circumstances. Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Who is Holy Spirit

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us for Week 4 of our series "The Elephant in the Room," as Pastor Phil walks us through the importance of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is an advocate, consoler, comforter, helper, intercessor but also a teacher. We need the Holy Spirit, to lead us to guide us and to strengthen us as we pursue Jesus."To try to live your life following Christ without relying on Holy Spirit is to tell Jesus you don’t need his help and won’t listen to his advice."Scripture: John 14Acts 11 Corinthians 12-13Galatians 5Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Guard and Grow

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 10:00:00 GMT

God has given us some incredible things in this life, but we are also responsible to guard them. In 2 Timothy we are called to "guard the good deposit." But how do we balance guarding and growth? And what else are we called to guard. Join us this week as Pastor Phil walks us through how to Guard and Grow. “Does the Bible submit to you? Or do you submit to the Bible?”Scripture:2 Timothy 1:13-14Matthew 251 Corinthians 6:12-20Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Hard Things Happen - How to Follow Jesus Even When They Do

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Disease. Financial Hardships. Death. Loss. Life is hard. We go through so much in our lives. It can be easy to start to question, if I'm following Jesus why is all this happening to me? In this message we have a panel of people who open up about hard things they have been through, and talk about how they were able to follow Jesus through it all. We pray this message encourages you to keep going, and put your faith in Jesus. No matter what season you are in you can find hope, joy and peace in His presence. Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Pastor Craig Tippie Testimony

Sun, 21 Aug 2022 10:00:00 GMT

We had the blessing to host Pastor Craig Tippie at our church! Pastor Craig runs an incredible ministry in Peru centered around incredible sports like surfing and skating. In this sermon he shares his powerful testimony and the way God has moved and continues to move in his life. Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

What Does the Bible Say About Gender Identity and Homosexuality?

Sun, 14 Aug 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In our new series "The Elephant in the Room," Pastor Phil will walk us through some of the controversial things we encounter in the world and bring us back to what the Bible says. In this week's message we discuss the biblical standpoint on gender identity and homosexuality. "Culture wants to tell you that sin is your identity. The Bible tells you it can be a relationship with Jesus."Scripture: Genesis 1John 3:16-17John 8 Romans 1Romans 6 Matthew 4

Better Together

Sun, 31 Jul 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In this week's sermon Pastor Phil walks us through the three types of relationships you need. Someone who can pour into you, Someone you can pour into and someone who can come beside you."Who do you have both posture and proximity before to learn and grow?"Scripture: ‭‭2 Timothy 11 Kings 19Acts 14Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Take Back the Tombstone

Sun, 24 Jul 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In this week's sermon Pastor Phil walks us through how the enemy will try to use the trials and tribulations in our lives to steal our hope. He reminds us that God is for us and that no matter what situation we find ourselves in that the act of praising our God is a weapon to push back the schemes of the enemy. "Who is offering the praise to the Lord in your life? You? Or a stone with your name on it because you have gone silent?"Scripture: ‭‭Deuteronomy‬ ‭7:21-22‬ ‭‭Luke‬ ‭19:39-40‬Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Posture of Prayer

Sun, 17 Jul 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Welcome to week seven of our series, "House of Hope." In this message Pastor Phil unpacks the power of prayer and the hope that can be found in the presence of God. "Go pray in your household a prayer of hope. Let your Kingdom come. May your will be done in my house as it is in heaven!"Scripture:Mark 2Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Armor Up

Sun, 10 Jul 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us for week 6 of House of Hope where Ron Guess walks us through the reality of spiritual warfare in our lives and the importance of putting on the armor of God! Verses:Ephesians 6Daniel 6Luke 10Hebrews 11Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Higher Hope

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us for week 5 of "House of Hope," as Pastor Phil walks us through the story of David. In 2 Samuel we see a beautiful picture of what it looks like to trust in God over ourselves. "Hope in ourselves will always return void. Hope in the Lord will always return without void."Verses:2 Samuel 11 & 12Psalms 19Philippians 1Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Believin’ in the Seigin'

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Sometimes the enemy will attack us and try to create a siege in our life. One day things may be going great, and the next day could be a total battlefield. In this week of our series, "House of Hope," Pastor Phil walks us through the imporatance of keeping hopeful even in the midst of a siege. God can turn around any situation!"Have hope that God is always ready in times of trouble."Verses:2 Kings 7Psalm 46:1-3Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Don't Barak Down

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us as Pastor Phil takes us through Judges 4 and the story of Barak. In the midst of trials and hard circumstances it can be hard to find hope. But this story shows us the importance of trusting in God and finding our strength in him. When we find our strength in God we are able to find hope in any season. "If we want to be a house of hope, we have to believe God has given us what is needed to face today." Scripture:Judges 42 Peter 1Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Light It Up

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In this week's sermon Pastor Phil walks us through the importance of light in our faith, and its power to overcome darkness in our lives. As believers we have the power to carry the light of Jesus with us everywhere we go. "If you want to see darkness flee, bring love to the scene."Scripture:Genesis 1John 1Matthew 5John 8Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Take Heart

Sun, 05 Jun 2022 10:00:00 GMT

This week marks the beginning of a new series, "House of Hope." In this message Pastor Phil talks about the importance of finding hope in hard times. We can look to Jesus in the midst of every circumstance to find hope."We don't face the darkness with pride, we face the darkness with hope." Scripture: Luke 182 Chronicles 7Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Drop it Likes it's Heavy

Sun, 29 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In this week's sermon Pastor Phil talks about the importance of laying down unnecessary weights and burdens in our lives. An how those burdens can hold us back from following Jesus. "What are you carrying today that you're not supposed to be carrying?" Scripture: Matthew 11John 14Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Get Your Booty to the Water

Sun, 22 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In this week's sermon Pastor Phil walks through the importance of coming to the water and also what you do when you get there. Through the story of Jesus and John the Baptist we learn how showing up and being a part of what God is doing can change our lives."Are you just showing up to watch what's happening? Or did you come to get in the water?" Scripture: John 3Romans 12Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Why Did Jesus Live in Community?

Sun, 15 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Jesus made it a point to surround himself with a community. Why should our lives be any different? In this message, Pastor Phil and a panel of our community group leaders talk about their stories and why community is so important in our walk with Jesus. "Inside of Community we can grow Spiritually." Join one of our community groups! https://verticalchurchblairsville.org/groups

Why Jesus and Zacchaeus

Sun, 08 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us as Morris Gurr walks us through the story of Zacchaeus and what we can learn from his story. Scripture:Luke 19 Hebrews 12 1 Corinthians 6John 5Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Why Jesus is Elite, Not Weak

Sun, 01 May 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us for another sermon in our series "Why Jesus." Because of how meek Jesus is, sometimes people interpret Jesus as weak. But it is actually the very thing that separates him. Jesus is calling us into that same meekness. In this message Pastor Phil walks us through how Jesus is elite not weak.Scripture: Matthew 5Luke 22Revelation 19

Why Jesus Can Still Change any Nation

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In week four of "Why Jesus," Pastor Phil walks us through Luke 14 and the story of the banquet. Phil reminds us that there is always room at the table, and that it is up to us to invite them to come and sit with Jesus. As Christians if we are going to see things change in humanity it can’t be from a perspective of despair, it comes from a hope. A hope that things can change. "You don’t exist for this moment in history, you are called for this moment in history. " Scripture: Luke 14Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

A Change of Heart

Sun, 17 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In week three of "Why Jesus," Pastor Phil walks us through Luke 6 and the story of a foolish builders. This story brings us to a point where we have to ask ourselves: are we doing what Jesus has called us to or not? "Jesus didn't die on a cross and rise from the tomb for you to be a good person. He died on the cross and rose from the dead for you to be transformed by the love of God." Scripture: Luke 6Download our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Let's Be Honest... Why Jesus?

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In our second week of "Why Jesus," we bring up an incredible panel of people from our church. Together we address that very question. Who is Jesus and why is he so important to us? Why is it so essential that we drop everything from this world and chase after him? This is one you don't want to miss! Pannel:Pastor Phil KightChad VanceMakayla RogersRon GuessDownload our app to get connected!App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Well... Why?

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us as our awesome intern, Caleb John, walks us through his testimony and how God has worked in his life. Scripture:John 4:39Psalm 6Hosea 2:16Ephesians 5:32John 4:16-18

What Are You So Afraid Of?

Sun, 27 Mar 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us in the final week of "I Feel That." In this sermon, Pastor Phil walks us through how fear and faith can't coexist. Fear has consequences in our spiritual, physical and emotional heath. Through Jesus we can work against fear and towards the power of faith. "Does your belief help you see as God? Or as humans do?" Scripture:Hebrews 11Psalms 56App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Cast Your Cares

Sun, 20 Mar 2022 10:00:00 GMT

oin us for another week of our series "I feel that." In this sermon, Pastor Phil walks us through the hard topic of anxiety and depression and how it can effect the life of a believer. "Let’s encourage and help people find healing so they can be everything God created them to be."Scripture:1 Peter 5:7-8App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Where You Rushin' Off To?

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us for another week of our series "I feel that." In this sermon, Pastor Phil walks us through the dangers of rushing in our lives, and how taking time to slow down can help us both in our relationship with the people around us, and in our relationship with God. "Are you living a life that is considered a faithful servant? Or has slowly over time things crept onto your calendar that maybe don’t advance your God given calling and purpose?"Scripture:Luke 5Matthew 24App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

The Hand of Grace

Sun, 06 Mar 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us in another week of "I Feel That," as Morris Gurr walks us through his testimony and the importance of the grace of God.To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: verticalchurchblairsville.orgScripture:Psalm 25John 8 Pslam 103Ephesians 2App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Humble Don't Crumble

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 10:00:00 GMT

This is week two of our series, "I Feel That." Pastor Phil walks us through how much identity matters to our lives and how we serve the Lord. In this message, we learn how the enemy wants to use insecurity to rob our effectiveness. Join us as we learn to find our identity in Christ. "Pride is the shield of insecurity."Scripture:1 Samuel 81 Samuel 15To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

New Chair New Me

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 10:00:00 GMT

This is week one of our series, "I Feel That." Join us as we learn how our feelings and emotions can have a huge impact on how we live and follow Jesus. This week Pastor Phil walks us through 2 Samuel and the story of David and Nathan. "The difference between our savior and our sin is that our sin wants off the cross its crucified to while Jesus stayed on to be faithful in love."Scripture:2 Samuel 12Psalms 19To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

A Call to Identity

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us for the next installment of our series, "Call Me Out," as Ron Guess walks us through our identity in Christ and the value we can find in it.Scripture:Matthew 5 1 corinthians 12Ephesians 4To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Don't Quit in the Pit

Sun, 06 Feb 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Welcome to week five of our series, "Call Me Out!"Join us as we dive into the story of the Daniel in the Lion's Den, and how a. call out from God can be one of the most life giving things when you feel life has gone sour? In this story we learn how God can use the "pits" of our lives to build our faith and bring glory to himself. Don't give up!"The pit isn’t the end, meeting Jesus isn’t the end either… It is just the beginning."Scripture:Daniel 6To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

A Call Out Leads to a Clear Out

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Welcome to week four of our series, "Call Me Out!"Join us as we dive into the story of the woman at the well, and how Jesus changed everything for her with a call out. In this story we see, through Jesus' example the difference between conviction and condemnation. "God isn’t trying to call us out to stop us in life. He is trying to call us out to change, to grow, to be what he calls us to be in life."Scripture:John 4To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Exodus from Excuse

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Welcome to week three of our series, "Call Me Out!"Join us as we dive into the story of Moses, and what we can learn about our excuses. There is always a gap between who we are and who God is calling us to be, we hope this message encourages you to move past your excuse and into the calling God has for your life. "God doesn’t do just one thing. He continually calls things out of us, which requires us to be able to change, to adapt, to evolve over time to be everything God wants us to be."Scripture:Exodus 18To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Who, Me?

Sun, 09 Jan 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us as Pastor Phil walks us through the story of Gideon, and we address the question If God is still faithful or working why in the world are we having such awful things happen? In this story we will learn how God can use the worst situations to call the greatest things out of us."But there is this gap that exists. Between who we see ourselves as and who God knows we are."Scripture:Judges 6To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

A Call Out Let Paul Out

Sun, 02 Jan 2022 10:00:00 GMT

Join us as Pastor Phil walks us through the story of Paul/Saul and how God calls him out. Jesus calls a plan and a purpose out of his life. Which begs the thought…. If Jesus can do that in the life of Saul. What can he do in my life? What is there for him to call out that I am not even aware of?"What is inside of you that Jesus sees but you don’t?"Scripture:Acts 9

What Happens After Jesus

Sun, 26 Dec 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This is the final sermon in our series, "Available." In this message, Pastor Phil walks us through the power of the Holy Spirit. and reminds us how available the Holy Spirit is to us. "The Holy Spirit is absolutely available today. But are we available?" Scripture: John 16Galatians 5Acts 4 To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

O Holy Night

Sun, 19 Dec 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Join us for week 5 of our series "available." In this sermon Pastor Phil how Jesus coming to earth was the ultimate act of God making himself available to us. "Jesus loves you. He doesn’t want you to be under the weight of sin."Scripture:Luke 2Luke 23To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

How to Trust God

Sun, 12 Dec 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Week 4 of our new series "Available!" Gear up as Christian Cook takes us along on his journey and brings us a reminder on how we can trust God over our emotions. "We need to stop expecting the good, and start trusting the Lord."Scripture:Romans 8To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Wash Up

Sun, 05 Dec 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Week 3 of our new series "Available!" "Jesus says plainly that he has set the example for us to serve one another. To love one another. To be available for one another."Scripture:John 13To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Able & Available

Sun, 28 Nov 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Week 2 of our new series "Available!" Jesus is available to you. No matter your season or circumstance. He cares for you and wants to move in your life."Jesus wasn’t interested in crowds; he was interested in change."Scripture:Luke 8John 15To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Remain Thankful

Sun, 21 Nov 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Week 1 of our new series "Available!" Join us as we learn about the importance of being thankful."If we want to continue to grow, to bear fruit, to experience the life that Jesus for us and with us,then we have to remain."Scripture:Luke 17John 15To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Building a Gospel Partnership

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 10:00:00 GMT

How do we build a Gospel Partnership? Join us as Pastor Drew takes us through the latest part of our "Win the Day" series!Scripture:Philippians 1:1-11To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

The Heart of Cain & Abel

Sun, 07 Nov 2021 10:00:00 GMT

What are we giving to God? Are we offering Him our best? In this message, Pastor Phil walks us through the idea of how to give God our best. We will dive into the story of Cain and Abel to gather insight about how to live in faith. Join us as we try to follow Jesus better together!"If we want to win the day, we have to live the day out in faith, giving God the first and best ofwhatever we have."Scripture:Genesis 4Hebrews 11To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Taboo Becomes Tolerated

Sun, 31 Oct 2021 10:00:00 GMT

In this message, Pastor Phil walks us through the idea of the things we tolerate in our lives and their generational impact. What we tolerate can have huge implications. Join us as we learn about the taboo, the high places and how to win in our pursuit of Jesus.Scripture:2 Kings 15-16Romans 5To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

The Testimony of Jesus Faithfulness & Providence in my Life

Sun, 24 Oct 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Join us as our friend Ron Guess shares his story. This testimony serves to demonstrate how faithful Jesus is to us. This story is powerful, and we pray it encourages you to stop running from God. That it might help you understand how much He loves you.Scripture:Matthew 8Matthew 9Ecclesiastes 3Isaiah 1John 20Genesis 3To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Winning Wisdom

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This is week two of our series, "Win the Day?" In this sermon, Pastor Drew talks about how to build a legacy on tenants like faith, hope and love. Join us as we learn to follow Jesus more closely.Scripture:Joshua 9Proverbs 3To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Don't Let Yesterday Poison Today

Sun, 10 Oct 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This is week two of our series, "Win the Day?" In this sermon, Pastor Drew talks about how to build a legacy on tenants like faith, hope and love. Join us as we learn to follow Jesus more closely.Scripture:Matthew 18Ephesians 4To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Building a Legacy of Faith Hope & Love

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This is week five of our series, "What Would You Say?" In this sermon, Pastor Drew talks about how to build a legacy on tenants like faith, hope and love. Join us as we learn to follow Jesus more closely.Scripture:1 Corinthians 13To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

The Good Shepard

Sun, 19 Sep 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This is week four of our series, "What Would You Say?" In this sermon, Pastor Phil talks about how good of a Shepard Jesus is. Jesus reveals such an intense and deep love for his sheep. He looks you in the eye and says, “I will lay my life down for you.” The important question is how do we respond to this incredible love.Scripture:John 10To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Worry & Anxiety - We Need to Break Up

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This sermon marks week 3 of "What Would You Say?" In this message, Pastor Phil walks us through this idea of worry and anxiety, and the issues it causes us in our lives. When we focus on the worries of life, we can become overwhelmed. But when we seek first the Kingdom of Heaven that's when true peace comes. Scripture: Matthew 6To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

When Free Isn't Free

Sun, 05 Sep 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This sermon marks week 2 of "What Would You Say?" In this message, Pastor Phil walks us through this idea of freedom, and what it really costs. Through Jesus, christians have an incredible freedom. Do we live our life for Jesus like we got it for free? Or do we live it like Jesus paid it all?Scripture: Luke 9To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Compassion or Conviction?

Sun, 29 Aug 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Welcome to week 1 of our new series "What Would You Say."

Zoom Out

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This message is the second installment of our new series, "Vertical Values." We believe it so is important to hold to a set of values, because what you value dictates what you live for. Join us on this multi-week series as we do a deep dive on some of our value statements as a church. Value Statements:-Zoom Out-Comfort in our CallingTo rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

We Love Carbs

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This message is the second installment of our new series, "Vertical Values." We believe it so is important to hold to a set of values, because what you value dictates what you live for. Join us on this multi-week series as we do a deep dive on some of our value statements as a church. Value Statements:-Sharp Swords-Body Builders-We Love CarbsTo rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Inviting

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This message is the second installment of our new series, "Vertical Values." We believe it so is important to hold to a set of values, because what you value dictates what you live for. Join us on this multi-week series as we do a deep dive on some of our value statements as a church. Value Statements:-Invite, Train, Send.-1023 Leader-Marathon MentalityTo rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Compelling

Sun, 25 Jul 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Today marks the beginning of our new series, "Vertical Value." We believe it so is important to hold to a set of values, because what you value dictates what you live for. Join us on this multi-week series as we do a deep dive on some of our value statements as a church. To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

In Trouble, I Trust

Sun, 18 Jul 2021 10:00:00 GMT

It is so often difficult to trust, even in the good times. It is even harder to trust in times of trouble, yet this is what God calls us towards. We are to trust even in the middle of the storm. Join us as Pastor Phil walks us through how to place our trust in Jesus even in the midst of trouble and how doing that can bring about Perfect Peace. Scripture:Proverbs 3To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Restored Relationships

Sun, 11 Jul 2021 10:00:00 GMT

In this message, Pastor Phil walks us through the story of Peter. His fall and Jesus' response. Jesus takes the time to restore the relationship, even after his failure. Join us as we learn from this story, and see how God is calling us towards repentance and towards Himself. Scripture:Luke 22John 21To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Play the Long Game

Sun, 04 Jul 2021 10:00:00 GMT

The hard reality is that peace and trouble can coexist. The upside is that even in our trouble we can find peace, but we need to position ourselves for it. One of the ways we can do this is through praise. In this message, Pastor Phil walks us through John 16 and Psalm 34 and how important it is to keep praising even in the midst of our trouble. Scripture:John 16Psalm 34Revelation 21To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Unearned

Sun, 27 Jun 2021 10:00:00 GMT

We can have such peace in knowing that we have access to salvation in Jesus. The crazy thing about it is that it is completely unearned. There is nothing we can do to to earn that salvation. Join us as Pastor Drew walks us through the grace and mercy of God and also what comes nextScripture:Ephesians 2:1-10To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Why you may need a Sabbath

Sun, 20 Jun 2021 10:00:00 GMT

One of the things that is hardest to achieve in our American culture is rest. The idea of trying to implement a Biblical Sabbath is so challenging when we feel like we have to fill every moment of our lives. Join us in this message from our "perfect peace" series as we learn how to slow down, and rest in the Father."The sabbath can help us heal and be whole."Scripture:Mark 2Genesis 2To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Peace is not the Absence of Trouble

Sun, 13 Jun 2021 10:00:00 GMT

We are constantly looking for peace in our lives. We continue to get more and more busy, and peace seems more and more unattainable. The Bible even promises us we will have peace in God, but it also promises we will have trouble. There is a tension in our lives between trouble and peace. Join us this week as Pastor Phil unpacks what it looks like to have peace in God."We can have peace in the midst of trouble."Scripture:John 16:33Galatians 5Jude 1To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Life to the Full

Sun, 06 Jun 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Often in our lives we are over-booked, over-worked and over-stimulated. With the best intentions, we will fill up our lives until they pour over. But what if a full schedule isn't the same as life to the full in Jesus? In this message, Pastor Phil walks us through of what life to the full in Jesus might actually look like. God wants us to have lives full of beauty, love and grace, but sometimes we have to limit ourselves to experience this abundance in Him. Join us as we learn about the grace in limitation, and how to lead better lives. "What if God created the earth and said you don’t need more, you just need me."Scripture:John 10 Job 38To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Rooting for You

Sun, 30 May 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Jesus didn't just save us He planted us. He has an incredible purpose and plan for us to advance His Kingdom. Join us as Pastor Phil walks us through the process of Photosynthesis and what it can teach us about the gospel. We pray this message will inspire you to go out and help people reconcile with Jesus, through the power of the Holy Spirit.Scripture:2 Corinthians 5To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

The Ride of a Lifetime

Sun, 23 May 2021 10:00:00 GMT

God wants to take you on the ride of a lifetime. When we follow the Lord he will take us on a beautiful Journey. Far better than we could ever achieve on our own. Join us as Pastor Drew takes us through this message, "The Ride of a Lifetime." We hope this message inspires you toward the things of God and to encourage those around you too do the sameScripture: Galatians 6:1-10To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Mmm... Salty.

Sun, 16 May 2021 10:00:00 GMT

We are supposed to be the salt of the earth. But what does that look like in our lives? What kind of salt are we? In this message, from our series "Flourish," Pastor Phil walks us through Mark 9 and Romans 5 and what it looks like to be "good salt." We hope this message will provide you hope in this time, and encourage you that the Lord wants to push you into a place where your soul will flourish."Left to our own sins and brokenness what value do we really have? But in the hands of the one who made us what value do we not have?"Scripture: Mark 9 Romans 5To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

God Made, God Called

Sun, 09 May 2021 10:00:00 GMT

In this message, from our series "Flourish," Pastor Phil highlights the story of Elijah from 1 King 19. In this message Phil walks us through the crazy ups and downs that lead Elijah to a difficult place in his life. Even though he wants to give up, God continues to push him forward towards what's next. We hope this message will provide you hope in this time, and encourage you that the Lord wants to push you into a place where your soul will flourish."Elijah had to go to gain"Scripture: 1 Kings 19Proverbs 13:12Romans 15:13To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

The Greatest Rescue Mission Ever

Mon, 03 May 2021 10:00:00 GMT

In this message, from our series Decisive Battles, Pastor Phil highlights the Raid at Cabanatuan, a daring rescue mission from the Second World War. Hearing a story like this can be exciting and inspiring... but when we look at our lives do they look like this? Are our lives a rescue mission? Jesus came on the greatest rescue mission of all time, to save us. Now it is our turn to go out and deliver life saving good news to the world. We pray this message would be a catalyst for you to make sure your life is a rescue mission for the kingdom of God."While we can not save anyone, we can invite everyone."Scripture: Luke 14John 6Romans 5:6-8To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Just Do It

Sun, 25 Apr 2021 10:00:00 GMT

In this message, from our series Decisive Battles, Pastor Drew showcases the importance of not just being a hearer of the word but a doer. It is so important that we allow the Word of God to penetrate into our lives and allow it to transform it. Join us as drew walks us through what it looks like to have a God honoring lifestyle. We hope the Lord uses this message to speak to your heart and call you closer to himself. Scripture: Ephesians 2Romans 12James 2To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Pick the Battlefield

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Welcome to our series "Decisive Battles!" In this sermon, Pastor Phil takes us through the battle of the Alamo and how it can be applied to our lives. We have to ask ourselves, in the end, does what we believe in cost us something? Join us to find out how all this connects and why you should get rid of your ugly pet too! We pray the Lord uses this message to speak into your lives!"There is no such thing as following Jesus without a cost."Battle:Battle of the AlamoScriptures: Matthew 161 Corinthians 6:18-20Galatians 5:24Matthew 5:27-30To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Why I Got Rid of My Ugly Pet

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 10:00:00 GMT

I Need a Medic

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Welcome to our series "Decisive Battles!" In this sermon, Pastor Phil takes us through the story of a WWII combat medic that changed everything for his battalion. One of the things that slows many of us down is we don’t really ask for help until we are desperate. Nobody calls for a medic or reinforcements until the situation doesn’t look good. The reality is we all need the ultimate medic, Jesus. Join us as we learn what the story of this combat medic can teach us about our lives and our need for Jesus."Even in his death Jesus raised people to life"Battle:Battle of Hacksaw RidgeScriptures: Romans 5Luke 5John 3 Matthew 27To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

How To Win The Battle of Relationships

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Welcome to our new series "Decisive Battles!" In this sermon, Pastor David unpacks the importance of relationships in our lives. Join us as we learn how to steward and protects the relationships God has blessed us with."If you want to win decisive battles you have to go to the right source for answers."Scriptures: John 17:20-23Galatians 5:14-21Romans 12:18To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville...App: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

What WWII can teach us about integrity

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Welcome to our new series "Decisive Battles!" In this first sermon, Pastor Phil utilizes a battle from WWII to illustrate the importance of integrity in our lives. Be sure check back here weekly for new messages!"If you want to win decisive battles in your life the first thing you must protect is your integrity before the Lord."Scriptures: Proverbs 21:3Proverbs 22:11Psalm 119:9-11Battle: 1940 Ardennes Offensive Surprises and Discombobulates the FrenchTo rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: https://www.verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

External Enemies

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 10:00:00 GMT

We all need to check the source of what is flowing in and out of our heart. It is in our human nature to try to find things to fill the voids in our hearts. So often we try to fill this void with external things. However, we can find internal peace in Jesus. This sermon unpacks the tension from our "external enemies." We pray God uses this message to remind you of the peace that is found only in him."God looks at the heart while we are looking at the external."Scripture:Proverbs 4:232 Corinthians 1Galatians 5To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: www.verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Braveheart

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This message is a continuation of our series, "Check the source." Join us as Pastor Drew Grubbs walks us through the life of David and why he was a man after God's own heart. From his great moments to his pitfalls Drew utilizes David's life as an example for how we are supposed to run the race. Scriptures used:1 Samuel 22: 1-22 Samuel 23: 20-23To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: www.verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Poisoned Promises

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This sermon continues us through our series, "Check the Source." Pastor Phil takes us through Genesis 3 and highlights the differences between what it looks like when the Lord speaks into our lives and the enemy. We pray this message inspires you to check the source in your life! Scriptures: Genesis 3:1-21"The enemy doesn’t have new tricks, just new tools."To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: www.verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Who Told You That?

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 10:00:00 GMT

Who told you that? It is so important that we look at our sources and ask ourselves this same question. In this week's sermon, Pastor Phil talks through the idea of knowing who your source is, and why it is so important that the source of your life is not yourself, but God. Join us in the first week of our new series "Check the Source.""Faith leads you to trust in God over yourself. Fear leads you to trust in only yourself."Scriptures: Numbers 13-14 To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: www.verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

1023 Leaders

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 10:00:00 GMT

What does it take to be a leader? In the last installment of our series, "Control," Pastor Phil unpacks the idea and importance of leadership within our church. You are a leader, and we believe God wants to use you in a mighty way. We pray that this message empowers you to take a step of faith towards whatever God is calling you towards next. Scriptures used: Mathew 4, Romans 12To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: www.verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Join the Mission

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This is the fifth part of our new series "Control."To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: www.verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Irresistible

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This is the fourth part of our new series "Control."To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: www.verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Faith vs. Flippant

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This is the third part of our new series "Control."To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: www.verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

All Consuming Christianity

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This is the first part of our new series "Control."To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: www.verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)

Rise Relentlessly

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 10:00:00 GMT

This is the first part of our new series "Control."To rewatch this or other messages go to our app or website:Website: verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)Facebook: Vertical Church Blairsville

Nebuchadnezzar Syndrome

Sun, 27 Dec 2020 10:00:00 GMT

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No Vacancy

Sun, 20 Dec 2020 10:00:00 GMT

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Make Room: The Good Samaritan

Sun, 06 Dec 2020 10:00:00 GMT

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A Portrait of Jesus

Sun, 29 Nov 2020 10:00:00 GMT

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The Deceitful Heart

Sun, 22 Nov 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Part of the "Politics of the Heart" series!To rewatch or catch up on this series or other messages go to our app or website:Website: verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)Facebook: Vertical Church Blairsville

The Agenda

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Politics of the Heart

Sun, 08 Nov 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Politics of the Heart

Sun, 01 Nov 2020 10:00:00 GMT

The Well of Worship

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

How to See Spiritually

Sun, 18 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

art of the "Wells" series! We are so thankful for our guest speaker Drew Grubbs! Join us as we dive into Genesis and the idea of the "Divine Detour." To rewatch or catch up on this series or other messages go to our app or website:Website: verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)Facebook: Vertical Church Blairsville

Bread of Life

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Part of the "Wells" series! We are so thankful for our guest speaker Drew Grubbs! Join us as we dive into Genesis and the idea of the "Divine Detour." To rewatch or catch up on this series or other messages go to our app or website:Website: verticalchurchblairsville.orgApp: Vertical Church OTM (Apple, Android, Roku, Apple TV)Facebook: Vertical Church Blairsville

Divine Detour

Sun, 04 Oct 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Never Settle For Less Spiritually

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 10:00:00 GMT

More Like Jesus

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Jesus Left No Doubt

Sun, 30 Aug 2020 10:00:00 GMT

How to Win Spiritually

Sun, 23 Aug 2020 10:00:00 GMT

The Resurrection & The Life

Sun, 16 Aug 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Spiritual Compound Interest

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Leave No Doubt

Sun, 12 Jul 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Borrowed Faith

Sun, 05 Jul 2020 10:00:00 GMT

A Man of Authority

Sun, 28 Jun 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Fervent in Spirit

Sun, 21 Jun 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Experiencing God

Sun, 14 Jun 2020 10:00:00 GMT

The Weight of Responsibility

Sun, 07 Jun 2020 10:00:00 GMT

The Why

Sun, 31 May 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Good Spiritual Roots in Prayer

Sun, 24 May 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Recovering Your Momentum

Sun, 17 May 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Chain Reactions

Sun, 10 May 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Tension in Transition

Sun, 03 May 2020 10:00:00 GMT

The White Hot Why

Sun, 09 Feb 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Identity From the Perspective of a Perfect Father

Sun, 02 Feb 2020 10:00:00 GMT

Identity From the Perspective of a Perfect Father

Sun, 26 Jan 2020 10:00:00 GMT

The Thrill of Obedience

Sun, 19 Jan 2020 10:00:00 GMT