Sermons

Jon brings us our message for our last Sunday on campus for the semester on Acts 3. We explore why silver and gold are often just cover-ups for our true brokenness and how the relentless cycle of chasing status leaves us more exhausted and lonelier than ever. Drawing from the story of the lame beggar and Jon's own testimony of hitting rock bottom, we discuss the power of Jesus-driven ministry—the simple yet profound act of making eye contact, extending a hand, and offering th

This week, Jordan brings us a message on the Great Commission and its role as our defining purpose for life after Easter. Jordan argues that salvation in Christ is inextricably linked to a calling, asserting that every believer is qualified to share the gospel regardless of our perceived inadequacies. By contrasting our small personal ambitions with God's grander mission of making disciples in all nations, Jordan encourages us to view ourselves as essential links in a histori

We finish our John message series as Jon brings us a message on John 21, the story of Peter's reinstatement after his denial of Jesus. Jon explores why we often run back to the "familiar" when we feel discouraged or disqualified, how Jesus handles our shame not with condemnation, but by inviting us into a deeper relationship, and the shift from an immature, self-serving life to a mature, sacrificial life marked by the call to "tend my sheep".

This week, following Easter, Nick continues in our sermon series through the book of John. This time, the focus is on the spiritual transformation of the apostle Thomas from a doubter into a devoted apostle as highlighted in John 20. Nick highlights how Thomas’s demand for physical evidence was met with Jesus' patience and grace rather than condemnation. Jesus’s tender response to Thomas' doubt served as a catalyst for Thomas to recognize his own need for forgiveness and reco

Happy Easter! This Sunday, Jon brings us a message focused on hope amidst the painful storms of life by diving into the biblical story of Mary Magdalene at the empty tomb after Jesus has been crucified and resurrected. Jon reminds us that the resurrection of Jesus serves as the ultimate victory over the finality of death. We all have a story or know someone who has gone through grief, and Jon expands on the idea that human tears reveal a deep longing for eternity and a home w

As we prepare for Passion Week, Xunkai brings us a message this Sunday exploring the biblical narrative of Jesus’s arrest and Peter’s denial to illustrate the tension between human frailty and divine grace. Xunkai describes how Peter transitioned from an all-in follower of Jesus to a fearful bystander who prioritized personal safety over his commitment to Christ. The message highlights that spiritual failure often begins with a gradual drift toward comfort and worldly securit

Welcome back from Spring Break! In our first sermon back, Jordan brings us a message on Jesus’ final prayer in John 17, otherwise known as the high priestly prayer. The prayer highlights Jesus' prayer priorities shortly before His crucifixion, and Jordan explores three primary themes: the expression of divine glory, the pursuit of holiness in a secular world, and the challenge of Christian unity. Rather than praying for personal comfort in light of His upcoming suffering, Jes

Jon continues our series through John and explores the relationship between Christ and his followers by unpacking the metaphor of the true vine found in John 15. Jon reminds us that central to the passage is the command to abide in Christ , which is presented not as a call to religious performance, but as an invitation to a consistent, intimate connection through prayer and Scripture. True spiritual fruitfulness —characterized by inward virtues like joy and outward witn

This week's message was brought to us by Nick who explores the biblical definition of glory through the lens of John 12. He contrasts the worldly pursuits for power, status, and recognition with the true glory demonstrated by Jesus Christ, which is defined by descending and dying to oneself. Using the metaphor of a grain of wheat, Nick explains how spiritual fruitfulness only occurs when one surrenders self-preservation to serve others and God, just as Jesus exemplifies for u

Our message series on John continues as Xunkai brings us a message on Mary anointing Jesus. He contrasts the indignant reaction of the disciples, who viewed Mary’s expensive gift as a waste, with Jesus’ perspective that she performed a beautiful act of devotion. Xunkai shares about how genuine love is inherently extravagant and often appears impractical by worldly standards. He emphasizes that the gospel is the ultimate example of "wasteful" love, as Jesus sacrificed himself

To kick us off on our first Sunday service of February, we continue in the book of John with the story of the man born blind in John 9. During his message, Jon highlights how suffering and non-ideal situations provide opportunities for the works of God to be displayed. Jon also identifies three major obstacles to belief: the status quo of the man's neighbors, the prejudice of the Pharisees, and the fear exhibited by the man’s parents. Thirdly, Jon shares how, through these tr

Happy New Years! In our first sermon of 2026, Jon continues our series in the book of John by exploring the first part of John 10. As the chapter discusses, Jon expands on the imagery of a Good Shepherd to contrast the selfless protection offered by Christ with the destructive nature of modern-day "hired hands" and "wolves." Jon argues that humans are inherently vulnerable like sheep, requiring a leader who knows them personally and provides vigilant care. Central to the mess

Why did the Creator God choose an "absurd humble arrival," laid in a manger by peasant parents, rather than a magnificent entrance? To kick off our Christmas series, Pastor Jon examines the shocking claim of Christmas, revealing two fundamental truths about God through his unexpectedly peculiar arrival: His love and His immense power.

This week at our Thanksgiving service, Jon brings us a message from 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18: "Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances." Jon addresses the difficulty of obeying these commands, especially the call to give thanks in all circumstances, due to the inherent negativity bias of human nature. Jon presents three main ways Christians can give thanks during hardship: recognizing that bad circumstances can reveal hidden goodness, that good o

This week, Jordan brings a message based on John 6:1-14, the story of Jesus feeding the 5000. Jordan starts by prompting us to think about our default mindset: optimism versus pessimism. Jesus then dives into Jesus's compassion for the crowd and the principle that "something is better than nothing," emphasizing how Jesus multiplies even meager offerings when placed in His hands, such as the boy's five loaves and two fish. Jordan challenges us to offer their small resources, l

Continuing our series through the Gospel of John, Jon explores the story of Jesus healing the invalid man at the Pool of Bethesda from John 5:1-9. Jon analyzes the pool as a location crowded with a multitude of invalids, the blind, lame, and paralyzed, all gathered due to a myth that an angel would occasionally stir the water, healing the first person to step in. Jon frames this ancient superstition as a "cruel lie", drawing a parallel between the pool and the "many pools" in

This past week we hosted Apologetics Sunday — a time to get tough questions about belief in God answered. Our resident chemical engineering PhD, Xunkai, uses principles of apologetics — the defense of faith using logic and reasoning — to demonstrate that science and faith are not contradictory but mutually supportive. He talks about the limits of science, how faith helps science, and how science supports faith.

This week, continuing our series in the book of John, we move from Jesus’s encounter with Nicodemus to his revolutionary conversation with the Samaritan woman at the well in John 4. Pastor Jon explores four core truths from this encounter: 1) Jesus meets us in our shame, 2) Jesus reveals our soul thirst, 3) Jesus satisfies with truth and love, and 4) Jesus transforms our shame into joy. We also hear powerful testimonies from Campus Light mentors, Xunkai and Lily, on finding s

Guest preacher, Will Sam, pastor of Anchor College Church at University of Michigan, shares a powerful truth: ministry is the primary way God transforms and ennobles your life. Will Sam explains that serving is the vehicle God uses to change you and make you the best version of yourself. He dives into his own story and testifies that choosing ministry ennobled and protected him.

Continuing in our series in the book of John this week, Jon highlights the first verses of John 3 where Jesus has a conversation with...