You are a living stone—chosen, called, and placed by God.
In this episode of our Living Hope series, Pastor Mark Groen preaches from 1 Peter 2:1–12, showing how believers are built together into a spiritual house with Christ as the cornerstone. This passage reminds us that we’ve been called out of darkness and into light—not just individually, but as a people, united in purpose to proclaim God's glory.

Watch and reflect on what it means to live out your calling with holiness, humility, and hope.

In this message from 1 Peter 1:13–25, Pastor Mark unpacks what it means to live a life that’s truly set apart—marked by holiness, reverent fear, and deep, sacrificial love. Drawing from the imperishable Word of God and the hope of the gospel, this sermon invites you to consider what story defines your life. Listen to this sermon and be encouraged to walk in faith, grounded in grace.

Find five days of short devotions on this sermon here.

This sermon from 1 Peter 1:1–12 explores the identity and confidence believers have as elect exiles in a broken world. Pastor Mark Groen unpacks what it means to be born into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The message highlights God's sovereign grace, the security of our inheritance, and the refining purpose of trials for those who belong to Christ.