Hope Church LV Sermons

In this sermon, Pastor Scott Worthington preaches from Mark 15:1–15, where Jesus is delivered to Pilate, Barabbas is released, and Jesus is handed over to be crucified.   Barabbas was a wicked, guilty, and condemned man—yet the crowd chose to set him free and crucify Jesus, the innocent and righteous one, in his place. As followers of Jesus, we must recognize that Barabbas is a reflection of us. We were the guilty ones, and Jesus, the righteous one, became our substitute. That’s the good news of the gospel. May we take the time to sit and reflect upon what Jesus has done for us.   Watch this sermon to learn more! 

In this sermon, Pastor Trenton Dorner preaches from Matthew 7:7–11. At Hope Church, we believe that we don’t pray before we work, prayer is the work, and then God works. In Week 1 of Marked by Prayer, we learned that prayer is our part. This week, we explored several ways God works in response to our prayers. We also tackled questions like: • Why haven’t I received what I’ve been praying for? • Why doesn’t God always respond quickly? • Do I even need to pray if God already knows what I need? Check out this sermon to learn more!

We kicked off a brand new two-week sermon series called, Marked by Prayer. In this sermon, Pastor Scott Worthington preached from 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. At Hope, we believe that we don’t pray before we work - prayer is the work, then God works. Prayer is our part and we were taught what prayer is and given a vision for what happens when we engage in the work of prayer. Check out this sermon to learn more!

In this sermon, Pastor Scott Worthington preaches from Mark 14:66–72, where Peter denies Jesus. The Jesus that Peter was experiencing was different than the Jesus that Peter wanted, and that led him to deny knowing Him. Unfortunately, we see this still happening today where many follow a version of Jesus they hope will bring success or fulfill their dreams, but when He doesn’t, they, like Peter, may say, “I don’t know that man.” Peter’s story invites us to ask: Am I following Jesus for who He truly is, or for who I want Him to be? Watch the full sermon to dive deeper.

This weekend, we were honored to have Pastor Eric Shelner, our Congregation Pastor of Hope Church Boulder City, with us. He preached from Mark 14:53–65, where Jesus stands before the council. As we studied the scriptures, we learned that even when life doesn’t go the way we hoped, God’s plan for our lives is still perfect. If you’re in a hard season, this message is for you - give it a listen.

Dive into the gripping moments of Jesus' arrest as betrayal unfolds with Judas' kiss. Explore themes of abandonment that resonate in our own lives. Witness the striking authority of Jesus as he declares 'I am,' impacting those around him. Reflect on the contrasting responses of Judas and Peter, prompting personal faith examinations. This journey emphasizes grace, redemption, and the transformative relationship we can cultivate with God, encouraging community engagement and spiritual growth.

In this sermon, Pastor Trenton Dorner preached from Mark 14:32-42 - the story of Jesus praying in Gethsemane. In the garden, Jesus was in a place of crushing as He faced the decision to either remain obedient to the Father’s will or do what was comfortable. As Christians, we will have our own ‘garden moments’ and if we’re honest, obedience to God doesn’t feel peaceful or rewarding, but painful. So, what do we do when the weight of obedience feels heavy? Check out this sermon to learn more!

We are back in our Gospel of Mark sermon series, and in this sermon, Pastor Tom McCormick preached from Mark 14:26-31. As humans, we have the capacity to sin and until Jesus returns, in our flesh, we will struggle with sin. The good news is, Jesus’ grace, mercy, and forgiveness is greater than the sum of all our prideful sin! Check out this sermon to learn more.

This Mother's Day sermon delves into the life of Mary, highlighting both the joys and challenges of motherhood. It offers encouragement by exploring biblical examples that emphasize the nurturing role of mothers. The discussion also tackles the pressures of social media comparison, urging moms to embrace their vulnerabilities and find strength in faith. Ultimately, it's a heartfelt call to transform everyday moments with children into meaningful spiritual opportunities.

In this sermon, Pastor Scott preaches from 2 Peter 1:3-8, and we talked about how as Jesus followers, we are to put effort in taking steps to grow in our relationship with Jesus, but fully rely on God to do His work in and through us. What are those steps and how can you begin taking your next step? Check out this sermon to learn more!