Blaze Church

What Is The Bible? | HTSTB 1 | Pastor Keith Indovino

It’s the most popular book in human history, and yet so many people do not read it. What stops most people from reading the Bible? They don’t know how! Before we can learn how to read the Bible, let’s find motivation by understanding what the Bible is and why it matters in our lives today. Discover six amazing blessings of regular Bible reading. God has graciously revealed what we need to know in His Word. Do you know what’s been revealed?

Prayer and Fasting | Pastor Keith Indovino

Prayer and fasting are essential practices as we follow Jesus. Yet so many Christians struggle to be consistent in these disciplines. These are not simply commands by God, prayer and fasting are gifts to empower us to live an abundant life in Christ. On one particular occasion, Jesus’ own apostles were unable to see the miraculous. Why? Because they lacked prayer and fasting. As we begin a New Year, let us make a commitment to growing in our faith by choosing to be part of our annual 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting.

The Missing Peace | GC 4 | Pastor Keith Indovino

Many people go through life missing peace. We attempt to fix our unrest, but all solutions seem to only be temporary, leaving us feeling unwhole, broken, and longing for something more. When the birth of Christ was prophesied in the 8th century BC, Isaiah said that His name would be “Prince of Peace.” The peace that Jesus brings is complete, whole, lacking nothing; Shalom! This peace is given freely; we simply receive it! This peace is so great, it has no ending! This Christmas season, remember you were called out of darkness to live in God’s marvelous light! You don’t have to be missing peace any longer!

Drop The Blanket | GC 3 | Pastor Keith Indovino

We don’t hear too much “good” news today. Our world is filled with stories that do not produce joy. On the night that Jesus was born, the angel declared “Good news of great joy.” By declaring the birth announcement to shepherds, we discover that this good news is for everyone! We have a Savior, which means we don’t need to save ourselves. We have a Christ, which means we don’t need to be afraid. We have a Lord, which means we don’t need to be in control. This is what Christmas is all about. We can let go of whatever we are holding on to as a source of comfort and security, and we can put our hope in Jesus!

He Loves You Too | GC 2 | Pastor Keith Indovino

One of our basic survival needs is love; we are created with a need for love. So many of us struggle to experience love because of low self-esteem. In this Advent sermon, we explore the profound love of God using the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1. By including individuals with complex stories, Matthew emphasizes that Christmas means God loves us all. When we understand how much God loves us, we will respond by surrendering our lives to Him and choosing to love others freely and deeply. Jesus is not ashamed to call you His brother and sister! And that changes everything!

Get Your Hopes In | GC 1 | Pastor Keith Indovino

Hope is something that we all want, yet many people fail to experience it. Biblical hope is not attached to circumstances and outcomes; it is about a Person named Jesus. The Christmas season reminds us that God always keeps His promises. Simeon eagerly waited for the fulfillment of prophecies that were made about the Messiah. He did not wait in despair; he had hope. We can experience hope because we have the Holy Spirit in our lives. This Christmas season, whatever circumstances unfold, you don’t have to get your hopes up; you can get your hopes in Jesus!

What Do You Want? | ATM 80s 4 | Josh Palmeri

If you could ask for one thing right now, what would it be? Maybe it’s a gift — a new car, or a new iPhone. Maybe it’s something more — success in business, a restored relationship, physical health, healing from  a wound. We love when we get what we ask for in life. But what happens when it doesn’t happen, and we feel devastated? How do we cope? In this message, we hear how God knows what we truly need. We can ask Him, wait on Him, and trust His timing. To do this we’ll look at two stories: a woman who desperately wanted children, and a boy who desperately wanted a new toy for Christmas. Their responses will help point us to the best thing you can ask for - Jesus himself!

Overcoming Worry | ATM 80s 2 | Pastor Keith Indovino

Jesus gives us a profound command: "Do Not Worry.”There are two extreme worldviews of "Man Up" and "Give Up" when it comes to controlling outcomes. Drawing inspiration from the story of Esther, we learn that God is in control, and our choices matter. We are presented with four practical steps: "Pray First," "Rely on Others," "Trust God's Timing," and "Act in Faith." These steps empower us to face life's uncertainties with confidence, relying on the comforting knowledge of God's sovereignty and the significance of our choices.

Embracing God’s Authority | ATM 80s | Pastor Amy Indovino

Who likes to be told what to do by someone else all the time? Let’s be honest — we rarely welcome authority over our lives because we believe we know what is best!
This message kicks off our At The Movies 80's Edition, drawing parallels between "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" and the biblical story of Adam and Eve. Rebellion is resisting authority, often due to an unwillingness to submit to someone else.
Rebellion against God's authority leads to consequences such as shame and separation. Recognizing God as the ultimate authority is so important in our lives. "Fearing the Lord" means revering His greatness and power rather than fearing punishment.
Having a good excuse doesn’t mean it’s a good choice! True wisdom is found in having a healthy respect for God and obeying His commandments.
God clothed Adam and Eve after their rebellion, and He clothes us in His grace and forgiveness through Jesus! We can surrender to God's authority in every aspect of our lives, knowing that His boundaries are for our best.

Made For Connection | Pastor Keith Indovino

We are made for connection. We go through life trying to find the best source to connect our lives to in order to establish our identity and purpose. While many sources look good, in the end, they will overpromise and underdeliver the joy we are looking for. Jesus called Himself the True Vine. By doing so, He was claiming to be the truest place for humanity to connect to in order to discover identity and purpose. We are called to receive God’s Son and remain in Him. Faithfulness and fruitfulness make up the Christian life. Our motivation for remaining in Christ is His love for us. If friends determine our future, we are blessed to be called friends by Jesus.