"Learning From Jesus: Identity” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
Pastor Vicki Harrison opens Matthew 5:13-16 and shows us that being salt and light isn't something we do — it's who we already are as followers of Jesus.
"Learning From Jesus: The World According to Jesus” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
Jesus opens the most famous sermon in history by calling the poorest people in the room blessed. Pastor Vicki Harrison launches New Hope Church's fall series in Matthew 5, and the Beatitudes turn every rule about who counts upside down.
"We Are Family” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
Rev. Vicki Harrison opened Matthew 12 with a question that would have stunned the room in Jesus' day: "Who is my mother? Who are my brothers?" Jesus points to the people around him and redefines family for good. "The church is not like a family," Vicki said. "The church is a family." On Promotion Sunday and the day before school started back, she showed what that means at New Hope Church — a household of households, led by Jesus, where the mask comes off and we actually learn to love each other. Then the whole church gathered for a family photo and prayed over its teachers.
"At The Table: Holy Communion” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
On Communion Sunday, Rev. Vicki Harrison opens Matthew 26 — the night before the cross, where Jesus takes the oldest meal of God's people and fills it with new meaning. "This is my body… this is my blood of the covenant, poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins." The message walks through what actually happens when we come to the Lord's Table: we experience the grace of Jesus, we come together as one body, all people are welcome, and we return to it again and again. It is not a ritual to observe from a distance — it is grace we receive with open hands.
"Made New” Baptism Sunday | Rev. Vicki Harrison
The water was at the front of the room, and one by one people stepped in to say it out loud: I belong to Jesus. Here's what Pastor Vicki Harrison taught about baptism on Sunday — and why the old really is gone.
"Words Matter: Wise Speech” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
James 1:19 is one of those verses that's easy to memorize and hard to live: "Be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry." In this message from the Words Matter series, Rev. Vicki Harrison pairs that command with James 3:13-18 — where James contrasts earthly wisdom (bitter jealousy, selfish ambition, disorder) with wisdom from above (pure, peaceable, gentle, full of mercy). The result is a conviction not just about the tongue, but about the heart posture underneath it.
"Words Matter: Taming the Tongue” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
James 3 opens with one of the most arresting images in the New Testament: a small rudder steering a great ship. A tiny spark setting an entire forest ablaze. The tongue. In this message from the Words Matter series, Rev. Vicki Harrison opens James 3 to explore why the words we speak are not a minor issue — they reveal the state of our hearts, they wound or they heal, and they cannot be tamed by willpower alone. Only the gospel reaches deep enough.
"Let The Lion Roar: Reclaimed and Renewed” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
Amos 9 brings the Let the Lion Roar series to a close with a hard word and a hopeful one: judgment is real, but God is not finished. Next Sunday, Pastor Vicki Harrison opens the final chapter of Amos with a message about rebuilding, restoration, and the kind of renewal that reaches all the way into the future.
"Let The Lion Roar: Escape Plan” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
Amos 5 confronts a people who have drifted so far from God that their religious activity has become hollow noise. But the prophet doesn't leave them there — he holds out an Escape Plan. This Father's Day, Pastor Vicki Harrison unpacks what it means to seek the Lord and live.
"Let The Lion Roar: In Pursuit” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
New Hope opens its new series in the book of Amos with a message titled "In Pursuit." Amos begins with God roaring like a lion — not in delight, but in righteous anger over injustice. The big question driving the whole series: does God care about injustice? The answer this Sunday is a clear yes — God is not silent; He is in pursuit.
"God’s Love for Animals” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
What can a glass frog, a blobfish, a whale shark, and a platypus teach us about God? More than you'd expect. Pastor Vicki Harrison invited the kids to stay in the main service for a morning full of wild creatures — and three truths from Genesis, Psalms, and Matthew that touch every person in the room.
"Set Apart: Inner Holiness” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
It's easy to look holy on the outside. Jesus had sharp words for the people who had perfected it. Pastor Vicki Harrison opens Matthew 23 and asks the harder question: what's actually going on inside?
"Set Apart: Personal Holiness” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
Most of us have the wrong picture of holiness. Pastor Vicki Harrison opens 1 Peter 1:13-16 and shows that being set apart isn't about being religious — it's about looking like your Father.
"Journey of Stones: Upon This Rock” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
Who do you say Jesus is? Pastor Vicki challenges us to move beyond vague faith and make a bold, personal confession of who Jesus truly is.
"Falling in Love with Jesus: Go Where Jesus Goes” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
To fall in love with Jesus means going where He goes—across the street and to the ends of the earth. Pastor Vicki challenges us to see our neighborhoods, relationships, and the nations through the heart of Christ. Watch or listen now.
"Falling in Love with Jesus: Pray How He Prays” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
Prayer wasn’t optional for Jesus—and it shouldn’t be for us. Pastor Vicki Harrison walks through how Jesus prayed and why a life of prayer is essential for every follower. Watch or listen now.
"Falling in Love with Jesus: Love What He Loves” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
What does it mean to love what Jesus loves? In this sermon, Pastor Vicki Harrison challenges us to move beyond shallow love and embrace the sacrificial, giving love of Jesus. Watch the full message or listen now.
Where Are We Headed? Vision 2026 | Rev. Vicki Harrison
God has called New Hope to more. In this vision message, Pastor Vicki unpacks where we’re headed and how we’ll get there. Watch the full sermon video or listen to the podcast to catch the vision.
Angels, Sing Me The Story! Christmas Eve Worship Services
Celebrate Christmas Eve at New Hope with two worship experiences—a family-friendly 5 PM service and a traditional 7 PM service concluding the Sing Me The Story series. Join us as we celebrate the light of Christ.
"Sing Me The Story: Mary, Sing Me The Story” | Rev. Vicki Harrison
Mary’s song wasn’t soft—it was strong. Pastor Vicki invites us to choose joy, like Mary did, and boldly glorify God this Advent. Watch the video or listen to the audio message.