Living Hope Seventh-day Adventist Community Church

06/11/2026

06/10/2026

Pastor Christian, Heidi, Michele, Lorraine and friends visited Berea from Acts 17 this morning. The people here literally fact-checked Paul with Scripture every day and conviction followed because they opened their minds. And they were converted because they opened their hearts. Pastor Christian had the unique opportunity to speak to some fair-minded people himself in the very same town.

06/08/2026

Latest from Pastor Christian: “We arrived to Athens with Heidi’s luggage, but not with mine. My clothes, shoes, and even my toiletry bag are currently missing.

Yet the apostle Paul wrote nearly 2,000 years ago, to “give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18

And now, a couple of millennia later, we’re departing to….Thessaloniki. Yes, that’s the very same place, His will is the same and it’s the same Christ. And any and all circumstances continue to be opportunities to find reasons to give thanks. I’m thankful that the plane landed safely. I’m thankful that my wife’s luggage arrived (hallelujah!) And I’m thankful for the chance to go shopping for new clothes where Paul may have shopped too… well, maybe.

Now you know the rest of the story. To be continued. 🙏🏼”

06/06/2026

"The God Who Returns" /Elder Cody Francis.

06/02/2026

In a world driven by deadlines, distractions, and constant noise, why did God create the Sabbath before sin ever entered the world?

This message entitled, “God’s Gift to a Restless World,” explores a powerful truth from Genesis: before humanity needed salvation, God gave humanity rest.

Join us as we discover why Jesus said, “The Sabbath was made for mankind,” and how God's gift of rest still speaks to our restless hearts today.

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Teaching by Christian Martin

05/30/2026

"The Pursuing Heart of God" /Pastor Christian Martin

05/30/2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYarDqXjH58

"The Pursuing Heart of God" /Pastor Christian Martin

05/29/2026

Matthew 6:6
“But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.”

This emphasizes personal, sincere prayer rather than performance or appearance.

Philippians 4:6–7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God…”

A reminder that prayer is meant to replace anxiety with peace.

James 5:16
“The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.”

A simple but strong encouragement that prayer has real impact.

Matthew 6:16–18
“When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do… but when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face…”

Jesus teaches that fasting is between you and God—not for attention or approval.

Isaiah 58:6–9
“Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice… to share your food with the hungry…”

This passage reframes fasting as something that leads to transformation and compassion, not just abstaining from food.

Joel 2:12–13
“Even now… return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning…”

A call to wholehearted repentance and returning to God.

Acts 13:2–3
“While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said… So after they had fasted and prayed, they placed their hands on them and sent them off.”

Shows fasting and prayer as a way believers sought guidance and direction.

Luke 18:1
“Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.”

A clear encouragement toward persistence in prayer.