BridgeChurch Messages

In this week during our series in Acts called "Now What?" Jeff Loven teaches on truth and now to to communicate the truth to those don't know it or have a different version of "their" truth.

Every person responds to Jesus in one of three ways.We either resist Him, twist His authority, or worship Him.In this message from the Gospel of Matthew, we look at two powerful examples: King Herod and the wise men. Herod resisted Jesus because he refused to surrender control. The wise men responded by worshiping Him as the true King.The question isn’t whether Jesus is King.The question is how we respond to Him.In this message you'll discover:• Why people resist Jesus• How religion can twist God's authority• What true worship actually looks like• Why Jesus came as the promised KingMatthew reminds us that Jesus is the fulfillment of God’s promises—and the King whose kingdom is coming.So the real question becomes:Will we resist Him, twist Him… or worship Him?

Why does suffering exist?Why does life sometimes feel so broken?In the final message of our Bear Hunt series, we confront one of the deepest fears every human faces: suffering and hardship.From the very beginning in Genesis 3, the Bible shows us where pain entered the world and why we feel deep inside that life wasn't supposed to be this way.But Scripture also gives us hope.In this message you'll discover:• Why suffering exists in the world• Why we struggle emotionally with hardship• The truth Jesus gives us about pain• How God grows us through trials• Why suffering does not mean God is punishing youJesus said in John 16:33:“In this world you will have trouble. But take heart—I have overcome the world.”If you're facing fear, uncertainty, loss, or hardship right now, this message will remind you that God doesn’t promise we’ll avoid suffering—but He promises to walk us through it.Step by step.

What do you do when the future feels uncertain? When you don’t know what’s next, and fear starts to creep in? In this message from our “Bear Hunt” series, we talk about one of the most common fears we all face: the fear of the unknown.Just like the childhood game where you can’t go over it, under it, or around it — you have to go through it — many of life’s challenges can’t be avoided. Whether it’s a new season, a relationship, a diagnosis, a job change, or a step of faith, uncertainty can paralyze us.In this teaching, we look at how God meets us in the unknown and why we can trust Him when we don’t know what’s coming next. You’ll be encouraged by:Why “familiar pain” often feels safer than “unfamiliar freedom”How God’s presence means you’re never stepping into the unknown aloneThe attributes, promises, and faithfulness of God when life feels uncertainWhat Scripture says about trusting God in seasons of fearIf you’re feeling anxious about the future or overwhelmed by what you can’t control, this message will help you take your next step of faith with confidence.👉 If this encouraged you, consider sharing it with someone who’s facing an uncertain season right now.

What do you do when you’re afraid God won’t come through? In Part 2 of our Bear Hunt series on fear, we tackle one of the most common and personal fears we face: the fear of provision.From the story of manna in the wilderness to Jesus’ words about daily bread, this message reminds us that God is faithful to provide—often one day at a time. If you’re walking through a season of uncertainty, loss, or financial stress, this message will encourage you to trust God in the wilderness and believe that He sees your needs.Join us as we learn why you can’t go around fear—you have to go through it—with faith.📍 Bridge Church Fresno 🙏 New here? We’d love to meet you. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly messages and encouragement.

Fear is part of the human experience—but it doesn’t have to define us. In this sermon series, Bear Hunt, we explore some of the most common fears we all face: fear of being alone, fear of the unknown, fear of provision, and fear of suffering. Drawing from Scripture and real-life stories, this series reminds us that courage isn’t the absence of fear—it’s choosing to walk through fear with faith.Just like the children in the story who couldn’t go over it, under it, or around it, we learn that the way forward is through—and God meets us in the middle of what we’re facing. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or unsure about what’s next, this series will encourage you to trust God’s presence, listen for His still small voice, and take your next step with confidence.📍 Bridge Church Fresno📖 New message every week🙏 Helping people discover and follow Jesus

What does it really mean to live a great life?Our culture tells us greatness looks like visibility, power, wealth, and recognition—but Jesus tells a very different story. In Matthew 20:24–28, Jesus radically redefines greatness, turning the world’s values upside down and calling His followers to a life of service, humility, and purpose.In this message, we explore:Why our desire for greatness isn’t wrong—just often misdirectedHow Jesus dismantles the idea that greatness equals powerWhat it truly means to serve in the Kingdom of GodWhy service is not weakness, but the pathway to a meaningful, impactful lifeHow our everyday actions can act as a “go-between” for others and the gospelIf you’ve ever wondered whether your life really matters, or how to live with purpose without chasing status or recognition, this message is for you.📖 Scripture Focus: Matthew 20:24–28🙏 Series: Dust – Following Jesus CloselySubscribe for weekly messages and teachings.Share this with someone who needs encouragement today.

What does “For I know the plans I have for you” really mean?Jeremiah 29:11 is one of the most quoted verses in Scripture—but it’s often misunderstood. In this message from Bridge Church Fresno, we explore the full context behind the promise, discovering that God’s good plans don’t always mean immediate comfort or escape from hardship.Through the stories of Israel’s exile in Babylon and Peter’s reminder that we are “elect exiles” today, we learn that God’s faithfulness remains steady—even when life feels uncertain. Sometimes God changes our circumstances. Other times, He grows us within them.This message invites us to:Trust God’s character when life doesn’t go as plannedUnderstand hope beyond material blessing or easeLive faithfully as temporary residents in a broken worldPray for and influence the place God has planted usIf you’re walking through a difficult season or wrestling with unmet expectations, this message will help reframe what biblical hope really looks like.📖 Key Scriptures: Jeremiah 29, 1 Peter 1 📍 Bridge Church Fresno 🙏 Subscribe for weekly messages and teaching

This message explores the often-overlooked truth that following Jesus comes with a cost—just like anything meaningful in life.Walking through Matthew 8, we see Jesus display His authority in widening circles:Authority over the physical (healing the centurion’s servant)Authority over the elements (calming the storm)Authority over the supernatural (casting out demons)Authority over the eternal (forgiving sins)These moments reveal a powerful reality: Jesus has authority over every area of life, including the very things we want most—safety, security, and stability.But discipleship isn’t passive. Just as getting healthy, growing, or pursuing meaningful goals requires sacrifice and re-prioritization, following Jesus requires surrender. It demands trust, obedience, and a willingness to let go of comfort and control.This message challenges us to ask an honest question:What are we really willing to pay to follow Jesus—and is He worth it?

In this week's message, Pastor Andrew teaches about what it means to actually follow Jesus and what we need to sacrifice to do so... our own ambitions and fears.

In our first message series titled: Dust, Pastor Andrew Smith teaches on what we are following into the new year and how Jesus is the only thing that can bring fulfillment in your life.

In this Christmas message, we’re reminded that Jesus didn’t arrive the way the world expected. He came humbly, quietly, and personally—bringing hope, peace, and salvation to a broken world. This message invites us to slow down, make room for Christ, and reflect on what it truly means to follow a King who came not to be served, but to serve.

In this week's message in the series titled "Casting Christmas," Pastor Andrew Smith teaches on how we must overcome our fears to be obedient to trusting God and His calling for our lives, just like Joseph and Mary with the birth of Jesus.

In this weeks message in our new Christmas series title Casting Christmas, Pastor Andrew talks about how throughout history and even today, we are all searching for something to save us.

In this final week in the Book of Mark, Pastor Jacob Lozano teaches on how the wages of sin are death, and unique action that God chose to take in order to pay our debt from sin.

In this final message on the Book of Mark, Pastor Andrew Smith teaches on the meaning of Jesus being the true and only God, and reveals that all the other "gods" and idols we worship are false and hollow.

In this week's message in Mark, Jen Drake teaches on our desires to become great and to be powerful, and the realities of how Jesus actually teaches us how to achieve greatness and true power.

TBDIn this week's message from the Book of Mark, Pastor Andrew Smith teaches on how to navigate tradition without compromising the doctrine given in the Bible. Jesus taught much about this separation and how each is to be used and valued.

In this week's message, Pastor Andrew teaches about how God interacts with us during the storms and challenges of our lives and how we're called to trust God during these periods.