Sunday Morning Messages

Sunday Morning Messages

by Thrive Vineyard Church
ChristianitySpirituality
Season 10

Everybody Gets to Play - John Elmer

Join us this week with a new message from our special guest speaker John Elmer, from the Syracuse Vineyard! What if church wasn’t a stage for a few, but a place where everyone has a part to play? What if the Spirit of God is inviting you—right now—to get off the sidelines and into the story? This week, discover the deep joy of knowing you’re not just invited to watch, but empowered to participate. Because the Kingdom isn’t built by professionals—it’s built by people like you, showing up, saying yes, and stepping into the game. Through honest stories and gentle challenge, we’re reminded that following Jesus was never meant to be passive. It’s personal, it’s practical, and it’s meant to be shared. You don’t need a platform to make an impact—you just need a heart willing to play.
S10 · E3
May 22, 2025
37:15

Parenting on Empty: From Breakdown to Breakthrough - Molly Kiefer & Patti Velotta

Moms are often the glue that holds everything together—the chef, the counselor, the nurse, the coach, the cheerleader, and the spiritual guide. But what happens when a mother can’t fix it? What happens when you’re out of answers, out of options, and your child is in pain? There’s a story in the Bible that speaks directly to that kind of moment.
S10 · E2
May 20, 2025
37:15

Think Again: Living New Creation Life From the Inside Out - Molly Kiefer

What if the most powerful transformation you could ever experience doesn’t require a new job, a change of scenery, or a miraculous breakthrough? What if peace, freedom, and deep joy are already available right where you are—right now—in your ordinary, unchanged life? This week, come hear the process of quiet revolution. A kind of resurrection that doesn't make headlines, but rewires your mind, reshapes your emotions, and restores your soul from the inside out.
S10 · E1
May 19, 2025
37:19
Season 9

Easter Sunday: Resurrected and Rewritten - Kevin Kiefer

In this powerful and personal Easter message, Pastor Kevin shares his own resurrection story—one marked by failure, hopelessness, and unexpected redemption. From flunking out of high school to doing pushups in the mud at bootcamp, he opens up about a life that felt beyond repair. But God wasn’t finished. Through the lens of Jesus’ death and resurrection, discover how even our darkest Fridays and silent Saturdays can lead to stunning Sundays of new life. This message will remind you that the story isn’t over—and that resurrection is closer than you think.
S9 · E1
Apr 24, 2025
38:53
Season 8

Jesus' Identity, Our Courage: Embracing All That He Is - Luke Chandler

What do astronauts and unicycling have to do with Jesus' Palm Sunday triumphal procession? How did Jesus manage, that day He rode the donkey into Jerusalem, to express his identity as Prophet, as King, as Messiah, and as God Himself? And what can this tell us about His heart for His Father, His people, and all mankind? Take a 30-minute deep dive into the Gospel of Luke's account of this momentous Day One of Holy Week, marked by Jesus' symbol-laden mode of transport, the crowds reactions, and the telling words only the Lord could have spoken—beneath all of which runs a river of outrageous, scandalous courage that is a challenging invitation so us all.
S8 · E1
Apr 21, 2025
33:05
Season 7

Following Jesus: Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze? - Kevin Kiefer

Jesus never sugarcoated the cost of discipleship. He told His followers to count the cost before picking up the cross. But in today’s world, we often want the reward without the sacrifice—the crown without the cross. What if following Jesus means being misunderstood? What if it means paying for burdens that aren’t even yours? What if obedience takes you places you never wanted to go? In this message, we’ll uncover the hidden costs of truly following Jesus… And the one cost most people never see coming.
S7 · E8
Apr 15, 2025
32:48

This is Church: Calling All Giftings! - Carley LaPointe

Throughout Scripture, women like Deborah, Priscilla, Phoebe, and Junia exemplify God's call to lead, teach, and serve, showing that leadership in His Kingdom is about calling and gifting, not gender. Join Thrive as we dive into the journey of discovering that women can—and are—powerfully leading in ministry and envision a Church body that flourishes through collaboration, service, and mutual respect.
S7 · E7
Mar 29, 2025
35:31

This is Church: Recognizing and Resisting the Enemy - Kevin Kiefer

Life can feel like a battle — fear, anxiety, addiction, and unseen struggles weigh people down more than they realize. But Jesus didn’t just come to inspire us; He came to set people free from everything that keeps them stuck. And here’s the good news: He’s still doing it today! The church is called to be a place of healing and restoration, where strongholds are broken, freedom is released, and lives are transformed. Join us this Sunday as we dive into the reality of spiritual oppression, the authority we have in Christ, and how we can step into true freedom. If you or someone you love is feeling stuck, don’t miss this message — it could change everything!
S7 · E6
Mar 18, 2025
37:46

This is Church: Healing the Sick, Binding the Broken, Restoring the World - Kevin Kiefer

The Church was never meant to be a museum for saints but a hospital for the hurting. Jesus calls us to be a place of healing—where the sick find restoration, the broken-hearted are bound up, and the world encounters His redeeming love. Join us this Sunday as we explore how the Church is meant to bring hope, wholeness, and the power of God's Kingdom to a world in need.
S7 · E5
Mar 18, 2025
30:50

This is Church: When Life Requires Backup - Molly Kiefer

What happens when life backs you into a corner? When the chains of fear, doubt, or circumstances seem unbreakable? In this message, we dive into Acts 12 and see how Peter’s miraculous escape from prison was set in motion—not by his own strength, but by the power of a praying church. Life requires backup. We all need people who will stand in the gap, intercede for us, and remind us of God’s truth when we can't see a way out. Tune in and be encouraged—you are never alone!
S7 · E4
Mar 12, 2025
38:41
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