Reach Church - Everett

Youth Director Jon DeYonker continues our Becoming Bright City series as we explore the words of Jesus in John 15. In this message we hold the call to remain in the love of Jesus in parallel with Jesus' commandment to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. In doing so we discover that we have practices for the parts of ourselves that may have tension with one another to abide in Jesus with our whole-selves.

Many Christians spend years in church but never truly encounter God. Like Samuel in 1 Samuel 3, we can be surrounded by spiritual activity yet miss His voice. In this message, we’ll explore how we position ourselves to encounter God through Scripture, the Spirit, and the Saints.

What does it mean to be a city on a hill? How is God shaping us for the future? In this special Vision Sunday episode, Pastor Sean shares the story, heart, and BIG reveal of our new name!We’re stepping into to God’s vision for us with clarity, purpose, and excitement like never before. Listen to hear where we’ve been, where we’re going, and how you can be part of it.

In this sermon, Pastor Sean Gasperetti explores Matthew 17, focusing on the power of faith and where we place it. He highlights that true faith isn’t about the size of our belief but trusting in God’s sovereignty. Through the story of a desperate father and the disciples' struggle, Sean encourages us to focus their faith on Christ and trust Him above all else, even in moments of doubt and spiritual warfare.

Ever felt like you’re chasing after an experience with God but missing something deeper? We’re diving into Matthew 17—the incredible moment when Jesus revealed His glory on the mountain.God’s message to the disciples? "Listen to Him!"

In this message from Matthew 16, Pastor Sean explores Jesus’ warning against the dangers of false teachings and the importance of guarding our faith especially in the age of the internet. We also review Jesus revealing God’s plan to build His church, unshakable and unified in Himself, with a promise that even the gates of hell won’t overcome it. With this truth we find the path to true life in Jesus, through self-denial and embracing the cross.

In Matthew 15:21-31, the faith of a desperate Canaanite woman reveals that Jesus meets us in unexpected places, calls us to trust Him over people, and honors a posture of humility and persistence. Listen as Pastor Sean challenges us to seek God with faith-filled desperation and trust God in every circumstance.

As we continue in the gospel of Matthew, Pastor Sean explores the tension between religion and relationship, focusing on Jesus’ confrontation with the Pharisees in Matthew 15:1-20. He emphasizes that while religious traditions can be helpful, they must not overshadow the importance of a genuine, heart-centered relationship with God, as Jesus teaches that it is not external actions but the condition of the heart that matters.

Continuing through the gospel of Matthew in our Heaven Meets Earth series we come to the passage of Jesus and Peter walking on water. Youth Director Jon DeYonker, reflects on the tension Peter experienced being lost somewhere between both faith and fear. In this sermon Jon challenges and encourages believers to see past both and focusing on Christ alone, by rendering what faith we do have to him, to seek first his kingdom, and to worship Jesus, because it is in Jesus alone that heaven meets earth.

Pastor Sean kicks off our new series exploring the contrast between two types of passion: one that leads to destruction and another that leads to compassion and kingdom-building. Using the stories of Herod's sinful decisions and Jesus' miraculous feeding of the 5,000, he highlights how Herod's selfish passions lead to death, while Jesus' divine compassion brings life and healing. we are called to develop a "Heaven Meets Earth" mindset, where we tap into heavenly resources, rely on the Holy Spirit, and bring God's kingdom into every aspect of our lives.

In this Advent sermon, Jon DeYonker encourages us to lift our eyes above the cultures vision for Christmas to a ‘A Higher Joy’ found in the arrival of Jesus. He contrasts the fleeting happiness of material possessions and perfect moments with the "good news of great joy for all people", as announced at Christ's birth. With our joy set on Christ and His salvation we can be a people who live marked by joy even amidst the struggles and pains of life.

True peace is not obtained simply in the absence of conflict. Pastor Sean continues our advent series as we discover what Isaiahs prophetic words meant in chapter 9 verse 6 calling Jesus the "Prince of Peace"In this we explore three types of peace—upward (with God), inward (within ourselves), and outward (with others)—this message encourages us to actively pursue peace during the Advent season through prayer, reflection, and reconciliation.

Pastor Sean kicks off a four-week Advent series, focusing on the theme of hope as we prepare for the celebration of Christ's birth and anticipate His return. Drawing from Psalm 130, Sean explores how biblical hope isn't just wishful thinking but a deep, anchored trust in God's faithfulness, even in the darkest times. In this, we are challenged to reflect on where we place our hope, reminding us that true hope lies in Jesus—our savior and the promise of an eternal future.

Pastor Sean explored the altar as a symbol of sacrifice, worship, and trust in God. Through Genesis 22:1–19, we saw Abraham’s radical obedience in being willing to sacrifice Isaac, trusting in God’s provision. When we follow Him it will cost us something, but it’s an act of worship that deepens our faith and transforms us.

In this sermon, Pastor Andrew reflects on Caleb, King Jehoshaphat, and Jesus, carried out true boldness that comes from trust in God's promises and His presence, even in the face of fear of a culture of opposition. Christians should be encouraged to be faithful and courageous, remembering that enduring faith and obedience, not perfection, are what lead to victory and inheritance in God's kingdom.

This true peace really possible? In times of chaos and turmoil, what the world needs is a church that embodies the peace only Jesus can provide. We must first experience it so we can then give it away.

Pastor Andrew takes us through the book of Ephesians to uncover the truth of Spiritual warfare. We learn who our enemy is and isn't, we learn how to fight according to the scripture and how to win the spiritual battle in this life.

Can Christians engage in politics without compromising their faith? In this sermon, Pastor Sean tackles 5 myths about faith and politics, exploring how God’s sovereignty works through human governments and why believers are called to influence the world around them. Consider with us how the gospel shapes every part of life—including the public square.

In this sermon Pastor Sean starts a new sermon series focusing on how the church can stand resilient in a culture of chaos by being anchored in truth and freedom. Drawing from John 8:30-47, we discuss the importance of abiding in God's truth to experience true freedom from sin and false identities.