Thrive Church

The Remedy to Rest

Dave Liuzzo, Lead Pastor
Exodus 20:8-11
 

PARABLES: The Prodigal Son

Dave Liuzzo, Lead Pastor
Luke 15:11-32
Do you remember when you wanted to get out of the house? I'm talking about leaving and doing life on your own. That would not be a bad thing unless you were leaving for the wrong reasons or living life carelessly. Too often that happens as Christians, we choose to leave the comforts of the heavenly father for our own will and desires. 
The beautiful story of the prodigal son not only shows the love of the father but the redemption of the son. And it reminds us that It's never too late to come home. 

PARABLES: The Rich Fool

GUEST SPEAKER: Chris Andrews | Discipleship + Missions Pastor, Fellowship Baptist Church, OH
Luke 12:13-21
There is so much more to life than just getting more stuff and making more money! Jesus knew that humans struggle with wanting more and more of everything. In the parable of the rich fool, Jesus teaches us how to live according to God's value system not our own. 

PARABLES: The Two Builders

Dave Liuzzo, Lead Pastor
Matthew 7: 24-27
We all dream of having a life that is successful. We want a successful marriage, family, and job. So did the two builders in Matthew 7. Jesus gives the parable of two men who desired to have a life/home that was successful. But there was a problem - the foundation! One built his home on a rock and the other on sand. For one, he saw his dream become a reality, for the other his dream was shattered. The parable of Jesus was simple - your foundation determines your future. What is your life built on? 

The Cross of Christ

Dave Liuzzo, Lead Pastor
I Corinthians 1:17-18 | Matthew 27: 15-31 | Matthew 28:5-7
For centuries the symbol of the cross has been used as a means of identification in a powerful way. Sometimes political or religious extremists have used it to claim power, like the KKK. Yet others have used it to represent good, like the Red Cross or church steeples. There is no instrument of death that is so universally popular in these ways.
But what is the purpose of the cross? Why did God choose the cross to bring forth the death of Jesus? The answer may surprise you. The cross was a symbol of three important elements, each of which applies to us today. 

Don’t Listen to the Waves

GUEST SPEAKER: Scott Cramer | Lead Pastor, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, GA
Matthew 14:22-33
Feeling overwhelmed by the happenings all around you? Distracted by the worries and fears that seem to be so loud and present in your life? Find help and hope in the Words that Jesus spoke to the waves. 

BOLD STEPS FOR A BIG GOD (Part 2)

Dave Liuzzo, Lead Pastor
Matthew 14:26-32
With everything there are rules. When taking bold steps for a big God there are rules of engagement that every christian needs to know. Before you step out of the boat you better understand what the Bible says about walking on water! Peter took a bold step of faith to walk on water and there are some key things we can learn about this miraculous step of faith. Listen here to learn more!

BOLD STEPS FOR A BIG GOD (Part 1)

Dave Liuzzo, Lead Pastor
Matthew 14:22-33
Taking bold steps for a big God is not always easy. Why? Because it takes faith. But if we can just take that first step. like Peter did when stepped out of the boat, we will see amazing things happen. There are some things you need to know if you are ready to take bold steps for God. Listen to learn how.