One - The Transformed Life - Part 4

Think of ways that a small group of people banded together to change the condition of our world. Now imagine a small group driven by compassion, kindness, love, and patience committed to practically living it out in our community, neighborhood, schools, jobs, and around the world. This is the identity God has created in us and now is our chance to be His masterpiece to our world.

Message Notes

Risen - The Transformed Life - Part 3

If Jesus came to give us life, then why do I feel like the walking dead? You can shake off the cobwebs of your old life and start out something completely new. Jesus Christ has truly se you free.

Your Journey Has Just Begun - The Transformed Life - Part 2

Change take time. But, in the meantime, what should you look for? This week, Daniel encourages us to begin to live out the identity that God has given us.

In - The Transformed Life - Part 1

Why is change so stinkin' hard? Why can't we just make our resolutions and boom, it's done? This week, Ken hits on a key point to understand. True change happens when we know whose we are.

State of the Church Address and 2019 Vision

This week, Ken shares some highlights of what happened in 2018 and the vision for Encounter for 2019. This is the year that we go all in!!!

God's Doing a New Thing

What are you expecting for 2019? This is the last year of the decade of the teens. How will you allow this year to set up what happens the next decade and more? God is looking to do a new thing in your life. As you consider your resolutions for the New Year, open the door for God to do His work in you.

The Unexpected Victory - The Wonder of Christmas - Part 3

Who doesn't love a comeback story? Take a moment to think about some of your favorite comebacks that you have witnessed. What if you knew beforehand that it was going to happen? What kind of confidence would you have? One reason to celebrate Christmas is because it is the fulfillment and forecasting of the ultimate comeback story.

The Unexpected Place - The Wonder of Christmas - Part 1

When the Savior of the world was born, it was not accompanied by a ton of fanfare. He was born in a small, insignificant town. Bethlerhem's story is similar to many of us. It started out with so much promise and potential. However, that potential was lost due to the actions of others. How many of us identify? What was discarded and counted as obscure became a place where redemption was born? And if God can do that to Bethlehem, surely He can do it for us.

Awakening to Life - Finding Your Way Back to God - Part 5

This week, Stan concludes the series by looking at the invitation given to us by God to join Him. God wants you to take a seat at His table. background does not matter. Perfect or not so perfect...all are invited!

Awakening to Love - Finding Your Way Back to God - Part 4

This week, Stan continues to talk about this wonderful love that God has for us. Not only does God forgive us for our failures, He restores us in our relationship with Him. Stan looks at how God sees you and this perspective may surprise and release healing in your life.

Awakening to Help - Finding Your Way Back to God - Part 3

For some reason, we can get into a mess all by ourselves but we need others to help get us out. This week, we see how a father stepped in to show his son incredible love and stepped in when society would have rejected him. If you have ever thought that you are never good enough for God, then let us reintroduce you to a God who not only welcomes you but runs to you to show His love.

Awakening to Regret - Finding Your Way Back to God - Part 2

Regret can be debilitating. However, it can be the beginning of healing. The idea of starting over is seen throughout the Bible. Today, we look into the story of a son who started his journey back to healing when he came to face to face with regret.

Awakening to Longing - Finding Your Way Back to God - Part 1

Our universal longing for love, purpose, and meaning in life can only be fulfilled inside a relationship with God; regardless of where you are on your journey, you can find your way back to God and awaken to living a life that matters!

Follow Me - I Love My Church - Part 6

Today, we explore the two most powerful words spoken by Jesus. They may not be what you are thinking. However, it we do get and apply them, it could revolutionize the way that we exercise and live out our faith.

Over the Top - I Love My Church - Part 5

What's the secret to true change? How do we get past our old habits, struggles, mindsets, and challenges? Many times, we have tried harder only to see ourselves falling back into our old ways. What if the solution is not effort but identity?

The One Thing - I Love My Church - Part 4

What if Encounter became the largest church in the South Bay? What if Encounter was doing tremendous things all over our city and community? What if Encounter was stuffed to the gills with people coming to know Jesus and every seat being filled? What if all of those things and more were happening but we missed "the one thing?" Then, we would have totally missed the point. This week, we talk about "the one thing" and why it is vital that we get this both individually and collectively.

Why I Love My Church More - I Love My Church - Part 3

We all have things that compete for attention in our lives. This week, we look at why church should be first. We will see why God has chosen the church to make a difference in this world.

Who Is Encounter? - I Love My Church - Part 2

What is it that makes a church great? Simple. The actions match its beliefs. This week, we dig into the beliefs of Encounter to see how we can become the church that God has called us to do.

I Love My Church - Part 1

Today, we celebrate the historic anniversary of both Crenshaw and Impact, two churches who became one. We are kicking off a brand new series called, "I Love My Church." Let's create a church that is not just tolerated but celebrated. We will be a church that shows the love of Jesus.

Gracefully Broken - Songs - Part 5

Today, we wrap up our "Songs" series. What should our response be to having such a wonderful God? Since he went all in for us, maybe it's time we go all in for Him. We have included the YouTube link for this song so that you can have a chance to truly reflect on and take in the words.