Why would God crown a priest as king? In this powerful message, Pastor Randy Spacht unpacks one of the most revolutionary prophecies in the Old Testament—a vision in Zechariah 6 where a high priest is crowned as king, something that was strictly forbidden in Israel.

Since the fall, God designed three distinct roles to bridge the gap between Him and humanity: Prophets carried God's word to the people, Priests presented the people to God through sacrifice, and Kings ruled according to God's will. These roles were never meant to overlap.

But in Zechariah 6, God does something unprecedented: He crowns Joshua the high priest as king and calls him "the Branch"—a messianic title pointing directly to Jesus Christ.

This wasn't really about Joshua. This was an object lesson—a living prophecy of the coming Messiah who would perfectly combine all three roles:
- PROPHET: Bringing God's word to us
- PRIEST: Removing our sin and presenting us to God
- KING: Ruling over our lives with perfect wisdom

In this episode, you'll discover:
- The great chasm between God and man caused by the fall
- How prophets, priests, and kings each played a unique role in God's plan
- Why combining these roles was strictly forbidden (and what happened when kings tried)
- The historical context of the Maccabees and priestly kings - How Jesus fulfills all three roles perfectly
- Why Jesus being Prophet, Priest, and King means He's all you need

The question isn't "What do you need?" The question is "Where do you need Jesus in your life?"

Scripture References: Zechariah 6:9-15, Isaiah 11:1, Hebrews 1:1-2, Hebrews 4:14-16, John 18:33-37
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In this message from Pastor Randy at New Hope Church, we begin our series through the book of Zechariah, one of the clearest prophetic books pointing to the coming Messiah.

Zechariah’s opening chapter reminds us that before rebuilding the temple—or any great work—God calls His people to repent and return to Him. Repentance isn’t just turning away from sin; it’s turning toward God and chasing after Him with a renewed heart.

Watch as Pastor Randy walks through Zechariah 1:1-6, shares the powerful story of actor Danny Trejo’s transformation, and closes with a beautiful prayer of repentance from Lewis Bailey.

Main Scripture: Zechariah 1:1-6
Theme: Turning from sin, turning to God, rebuilding our hearts.

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God’s design has always been partnership. From the Garden of Eden to the early church in Acts, His plan has been to work through His people, not just a few leaders, but every believer.

In this message, Pastor Zack Killey reminds us that the body of Christ isn’t built on one person’s strength. It thrives when every part of the body functions together, when teachers teach, encouragers encourage, and servants serve.

The apostles couldn’t do it all, so they raised up others. In the same way, God has wired you with unique gifts, passions, and abilities that the Church needs right now. Whether you’re leading, organizing, mentoring, or simply showing kindness, it all matters.

When every believer steps into their role, the Church reflects Christ to the world.

“It takes everyone. Every believer. Every gift. Every act of love.”

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In this message from the Church Ignited series, we explore what it truly means to care for one another the way the early church did. From the Old Testament commands in Deuteronomy to the example of believers in Acts, we see that generosity, kindness, and forgiveness are at the heart of Christian community.

Discover the five ministries of care every believer can live out:
The Ministry of Presence
The Ministry of Encouragement
The Ministry of Acceptance
The Ministry of Forgiveness
The Ministry of Kindness

Through real-life stories of faith and generosity, including the inspiring legacy of Osceola McCarty you’ll be reminded that true care isn’t about wealth or status it’s about love in action.

As you listen, ask:
Who in my life needs care today?
How can I show kindness, acceptance, or generosity to them this week?

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0:00 – Introduction
1:00 – The Purpose and Power of the Church
4:30 – How the Church Cares for Its Members
5:45 – Caring for the Poor: Lessons from Deuteronomy
8:00 – The Ministry of Presence
10:00 – The Ministry of Encouragement
13:00 – The Ministry of Acceptance
16:00 – The Ministry of Forgiveness
18:15 – The Ministry of Kindness
21:00 – Generosity: Giving Like the Early Church
22:45 – The Story of Osceola McCarty
26:30 – The Blessing of Generosity
30:00 – Caring for Others Like Jesus
33:00 – Communion and Closing Prayer

Ever wondered how poetry shapes our understanding of the Bible? This week we dive into the poetic nature of scripture and discover how the Hebrew use of poetry, like parallelism and chiasm, reveals deeper meanings and connections. From the creation story in Genesis to the powerful events of Pentecost, we'll explore how these literary devices help us grasp God's plan and our role as His image bearers. Get ready to see the Bible in a whole new light and learn how its poetic structure guides us to live out our faith with purpose and intent.

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This week in our Church Ignited series, we turn to Acts 2 and the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. What looked like wind and fire to the early church was more than a dramatic sign, it was the presence of God filling His people. From the pillar of fire in Exodus to the Spirit guiding Paul on his missionary journeys, we see how God has always directed, protected, and empowered His people.

The message reminds us that the safest place to be is in God’s presence. The Holy Spirit is not just a distant helper, but God with us, guiding our steps, protecting us even in danger, and filling us with power to live as faithful witnesses of Jesus. The question is not whether you have the Spirit, but to what extent the Spirit has you.

Comment below: How have you experienced the Spirit’s leading in your own life?

This week’s message takes a heavy but necessary look at the current moment. In light of recent events, we’re reminded how quickly fear and hate are used as weapons to divide us. Scripture is clear, our battle is not against flesh and blood.

Through examples from Stephen in Acts, Paul’s words in Romans, and the call to put on the full armor of God, we’re reminded that no person is our enemy. The Christian response isn’t violence or hate it’s love, forgiveness, and boldly sharing the gospel, even when it costs us.

Now is the time to pray and to equip ourselves in truth and faith, and to let Jesus—not the voices of culture, politics, or media—shape the way we see the world.

Drop a comment: How are you keeping your eyes on Jesus in a world filled with fear and division?

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The early church in Acts was called to be witnesses—messengers of Jesus’ resurrection—empowered by the Holy Spirit. Yet they hesitated to move beyond Jerusalem until persecution scattered them. Why? They were comfortable. This message explores how “comfortable Christianity” remains one of our greatest obstacles today. From the story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer to the barriers faced by the apostles, we are reminded that Jesus never promised us comfort—He promised His presence. True faith means embracing discomfort for the sake of the gospel.

Don’t settle for comfortable Christianity. Ask God where He may be calling you into discomfort to grow, serve, and share the good news.

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