Sonrise Church Messages
Sonrise Church exists to help people know and follow Jesus. This mission shapes every part of who we are—from our weekend gatherings and family ministries to our digital presence and local partnerships.
We are a church that values clarity, action, and spiritual growth. We prioritize biblical teaching, intentional discipleship, and an environment where people feel welcome, known, and challenged to take their next step.
We believe the Gospel is not just something to hear but something to live. At Sonrise, lives are changed not by programs, but by Jesus—through community, Scripture, and Spirit-led movement.
Sonrise Church Messages
Biscuits and the Holy Spirit
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Pastor Scott Smith- January 26, 2026
This message explores the theology of the Holy Spirit within the Trinity, explaining that while the concept of God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit can feel mysterious, it is central to Christian faith. It clarifies that the Holy Spirit is not an impersonal force or vague feeling, but a person—equal with the Father and the Son—who has intellect, emotion, and will. Using Scripture, this message shows that the Holy Spirit teaches, guides, speaks, comforts, convicts, and leads believers, revealing God’s truth and helping them understand and apply His Word. By unpacking the meaning of the biblical term *paracletos* (helper, counselor, advocate, comforter), the message emphasizes that the Holy Spirit is God’s gift to believers, actively involved in shaping their spiritual growth and relationship with Him.
This message then explains how the Holy Spirit works in everyday life as the “gentle leader” of the Christian—guiding thoughts, prayers, words, and actions toward God’s best. It stresses that the Spirit never contradicts Scripture and that knowing God’s Word is essential to recognizing His guidance. Rather than forcing or coercing, the Holy Spirit leads believers step by step, helping them grow in humility, obedience, and spiritual maturity through the process of sanctification. The message concludes with a practical invitation to surrender daily to the Spirit’s guidance through a simple prayer—asking the Holy Spirit to guide thoughts, prayers, words, and walk.