SMCC Messages

SMCC and the Christian | Summer Tour Pt. 3

In this message from The Summer Tour Series, Pastor Alec Alvarado explores how church is not just for Christians, but also for those still exploring faith. Using a gym training analogy, Alec challenges believers to keep growing and to create space for others to begin their journey. Whether you’re new to faith or ready for your next step, this message helps clarify the church’s purpose and your role in it.

What Exactly is the Gospel? | Summer Tour Pt. 2

In this message, Pastor Mike Bell unpacks the Gospel as the royal declaration of Jesus’ reign, a call to discipleship, and the blueprint for spiritual and societal transformation. Discover how the Kingdom of God touches every part of life, from our hearts to our communities and beyond.

Contending for Truth in an Age of Hype | Summer Tour Pt. 1

In this sermon, Pastor Paul Robie offers a biblical critique of the New Apostolic Reformation, a global movement gaining influence through music, teaching, and modern-day “apostles.” He challenges its core doctrines, including fresh revelation, dominion theology, and the normalization of miracles, by grounding truth in Scripture alone. Pastor Paul reminds us that God’s faithfulness is measured not by answered prayers, but by the finished work of Christ on the Cross and His power shown in the Resurrection.

Screwtape Scroll: Why The Enemy Loves Your Phone | Digital Detox Pt. 3

Pastor Eric Nelson explores how the enemy uses our phones to distract, numb, and pull us away from God’s truth. Through biblical insight, real-life testimonies, and seven diabolical digital schemes, this message challenges listeners to fight back with intentional habits and a gospel-shaped rule of life. Discover how digital detox can lead to deeper peace, stronger relationships, and renewed focus on Jesus.

Reclaim Your Soul from the Scroll | Digital Detox Pt. 2

In a world where our devices increasingly distract, exploit, and define us, Pastor Trevor Lovell calls us to reclaim our soul from the scroll. This message explores how we can turn down digital noise and rediscover devotion, identity, and peace through Jesus. It’s a bold invitation to stop being the product—and start living with purpose, presence, and freedom.

Who’s Your Master: Jesus or the Algorithm? | Digital Detox Pt. 1

Is your phone just a tool, or has it become your master? In this message, Pastor Eric Nelson kicks off Digital Detox by exploring how digital media doesn’t just distract us, it disciples us, shaping our minds and habits in subtle but powerful ways. Rooted in Scripture and modern research, this talk challenges us to reclaim our attention and take a bold step toward freedom with a 12-day digital fast.

God is First and Best | Standalone Sunday

Everyone has a money story, but the best ones start with God. In this message, Pastor Eric unpacks how seeing God as first and best reshapes the way we think about our finances, generosity, and purpose. Before you can get money right, you have to get God right.

Trusting the Authors | Authority Issues Pt. 4

What if the authors of the New Testament weren’t telling the truth, or weren’t even trying to? In the final episode of our Authority Issues series, Pastor Mike explores the Bible's historical reliability and examines its writers' motivations, memories, and methods. Discover why the most plausible explanation is that the Bible is trustworthy and life-giving.

Who Chose the Books In The Bible? | Authority Issues Pt. 3

In this message in the Authority Issues series, Pastor Eric explores the historical formation of the New Testament and why we can trust it today. Discover the four key tests passed by the 27 New Testament documents, and why no one chose them; they revealed themselves.

Hang Up The Telephone | Authority Issues Pt. 2

In this message from our Authority Issues series, Pastor Dave Nelsen tackles the transmission of the Bible and whether we can trust the words we have today. Through manuscript evidence, historical context, and deductive reasoning, we’ll see how God faithfully preserved His Word across centuries. If the Bible is reliable, it’s not just a book—it’s the foundation for knowing who God is and how we are called to live.