Center Point Assembly
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- Moving on to Maturity
Based on Acts 2:42-47, Pastor Justin’s message “Moving on to Maturity” encourages the congregation to emulate the early church by studying together, building community, honoring communion, and praying together.
- The Anchor Behind the Veil
Pastor Justin delivered a message on March 1, 2026, titled “The Anchor Behind the Veil.” The sermon discusses relying on God's promises and faithfulness during difficult times, advocating for a life built on Jesus rather than worldly secur…
- Stop Riding the Fence
Pastor Justin
- Fasting: Discipleship DNA
Pastor Justin’s message, “Fasting: Discipleship DNA,” explores fasting not as a means to earn grace, but as a response to it. It highlights fasting as a practice of the early church that helps quiet worldly distractions to better hear God,…
- Being Made for More
Pastor Justin’s message “Being Made for More” sets the theme for Center Point Assembly this year, emphasizing growth in Christ’s image, purpose, and work. This sermon serves as a foundation for steady, lifelong transformation as the Body o…
- Taking Rocks to a Knife Fight
Sunday, February 1, 2026 – Pastor Justin brings a message titled “Taking Rocks to a Knife Fight.” In it, he encourages us to embrace the power we have when we face spiritual battles in our lives. Too many Christians allow the enemy to dict…
- Living in God's Generosity
Sunday, January 25, 2026 – Pastor Justin brings a message titled “Living in God’s Generosity.” We find that God’s intention is for each of us to live not a life of fear and scarcity, but a life built for more of God’s abundance in every ar…
- Three Parts to Pastoral Leadership
This is a special morning at Center Point Church as we welcome Michigan Ministry Network Superintendent Aaron Hlavin, who will bring a powerful message titled, “Three Parts to Pastoral Leadership.” He will share how every pastor serves in…
- Even Though... God is Faithful
Sunday, January 11, 2026 – Pastor Justin titles his message, “Even Though... God is Faithful.” You fill in the blank for yourself. Even though what? God is always faithful to Himself and to all who call Him Father. Even in the most difficu…
- Built for More: Redeemed & Transformed
Sunday, January 5, 2026 – Not only is it the first Sunday of 2026, but it’s also the first Sunday Pastor Justin and Kari Brown are at Center Point Assembly, along with their three children, Sophie, Malcom, and Simon. We are so pleased to h…
- The Miracle of the Virgin Birth
Sunday, December 21, 2025 — Join us as Pastor Ryp Hankins shares a special Christmas message titled “The Miracle of the Virgin Birth.” In this message, we are reminded of the deep joy, wonder, and comfort found in the truth that Jesus is E…
- Different Seasons Bring Different Roles
Sunday, December 14, 2025 – Guest speaker Pastor Nate Boven delivered a timely message titled “Different Seasons Bring Different Roles.” As Center Point Assembly prepares to invite their new pastor in a few weeks, Pastor Nate encourages us…
- The Challenges of a New Season
Sunday, November 30, 2025 – This weekend marked the first time Pastor Justin and Kari Brown attended CPA as candidates for the new pastor position. Kari shared a part of her testimony, and together they performed a special song. Pastor Jus…
- Navigating Change
Sunday, November 23, 2025 – Guest Speaker Pastor Carey Waldie delivers a timely message at Center Point titled, “Navigating Change.” In this message, Pastor Carey challenges both personally and corporately that the true mark of a Christian…
- Encouragement From The 23rd Psalm
Sunday, November 16, 2025 – Guest Speaker David Cooley presents an encouraging message from the 23rd Psalm. He highlights God’s grace and love in every situation we face in life. Sometimes life is good, and other times not so good, but in…
- WIthout the Cross There Would be No Pentecost
Sunday, November 2, 2025 – Special Speaker Pastor Barringer delivers a message titled “Without the Cross There Would Be No Pentecost.” In this timely message, Pastor Hal reminds us that Pentecost is the power given by God after Jesus is cr…
- Perspectives in Transition
Sunday, October 12, 2025 – Secretary/Treasurer Pastor Brooks McElihenny is with us at Center Point to help us understand the “Perspectives of a Transition.” All churches go through times and seasons of transition when pastors sense a chang…
- This Is It - The Final Message
Sunday, September 28, 2025, marks a very special day at Center Point Assembly. Pastor Mike will share his final message as Lead Pastor, wrapping up 16 years of faithful ministry. It is a powerful service filled with worship, testimonies, a…
- How to Evaluate a Sermon
Sunday, September 21, 2025 – Today, Pastor Mike is bringing a unique message—something a little different from what we might be used to on a Sunday morning. His sermon is titled “How to Evaluate a Sermon.” Now, you might wonder why we’re t…
- Identity Determines Activity
Sunday, September 14, 2025 - Today, Pastor Mike titles the message: “Identity Determines Activity.” We live in a culture where identity has become one of the most confusing and contested issues of our time. People are searching—often despe…
- What does Center Point Assembly Mean?
Sunday, September 7, 2025 – Pastor Mike discusses the importance of a name in his message titled “What does Center Point Assembly Mean?” God often changes the names of some people in Scripture. Why does He do this? Probably because God see…
- Western Michigan Adult & Teen Challenge Service
Sunday, August 31, 2025 - Welcome to our Labor Day Weekend service at Center Point Assembly! This weekend is always special as we invite Western Michigan Adult & Teen Challenge to share powerful testimonies of God’s faithfulness. Even when…
- The Assemblies of God - Fundamental Truth 16
Sunday, August 24, 2025 – This sermon serves as a fitting conclusion to our exploration of the 16 Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God. We will examine one of the most inspiring promises in Scripture: “The New Heavens and New Earth.…
- The Assemblies of God - Fundamental Truth 15
Sunday, August 17, 2025 – We continue our study of the 16 Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God, focusing on Truth 15 – The Final Judgment. The last four truths are prophetic, and all but this one are very encouraging and exciting to…
- The Assemblies of God - Fundamental Truth 14
Sunday, August 10, 2025 – We’re continuing our study of the 16 Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God, and today we’re speaking on the 14th truth – The Millennial Reign. If you ask many people in the church how much they know about th…
- The Assemblies of God - Fundamental Truth 13
Sunday, August 3, 2025 – Pastor Mike continues the study of the Assemblies of God 16 Fundamental Truths, focusing on Truth 13 – “The Blessed Hope.” The last four Tenets of the Assemblies' 16 Fundamentals all deal with future events yet to…
- Do the Right Thing
Sunday, July 27, 2025 – Pastor Leland Hart, a retired pastor from Texas, delivers the word of God during the morning service with a message titled “Do the Right Thing.” Pastor Leland shares an inspiring and challenging message from 2 Kings…
- The Assemblies of God - Fundamental Truth 12
Sunday, July 13, 2025 – Pastor Mike continues the series on the 16 Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God Fellowship. Today, we are exploring Fundamental 12 – which is “Divine Healing.” Earlier, it was mentioned that there are a coupl…
- The Assemblies of God - Fundamental Truth 11
Sunday, July 6, 2025 – Pastor Mike continues our study of the 16 Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God, focusing on Truth #11 – The Ministry. Last week, we discussed “The Church and Its Mission,” which is both the macro global Church…
- The Assemblies of God - Fundamental Truth 10
Sunday, June 29, 2025 – Pastor Mike is continuing our study on the 16 Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God, focusing today on Truth #10, “The Church and Its Mission.” We discussed the biblical identity of the Church—not as a buildin…
- The Assemblies of God - Fundamental Truth 9
On Sunday, June 22, 2025, Pastor Mike continues the series on the Assemblies of God 16 Fundamental Truths by teaching on Sanctification, which is the 9th tenant. This message centers on the essential doctrines of Justification, Sanctificat…
- The Assemblies of God - 16 Fundamental truth 8
Sunday, June 15, 2025 – We continue our study of the 16 Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God by reviewing the 7th truth and studying the 8th truth. The 7th truth is that we believe in the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, and the 8th trut…
- Walking Through Weariness
Sunday, June 8, 2025 – Pastor Ryp Hankins delivers a timely message that is sure to meet you right where you are. It’s titled, “Walking Through Weariness.” Everyone will experience a period or periods of weariness in this life. It’s a guar…
- The AG Fundamental Truth 7
Sunday, June 1, 2025 – As we continue our series on the 16 Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God, we are focusing on Tenant #7: The Baptism of the Holy Spirit. Today, we will learn that this belief, along with the Initial Evidence of…
- The AG Fundamental Truth 6
Sunday, May 25, 2025 – Today, we delve into Fundamental 6 of the AG 16 Fundamental Truths we uphold, which is “The Ordinances of the Church: Water Baptism and Holy Communion.” Both ordinances should take place after an individual experienc…
- The AG Fundamental Truth 5
Sunday, May 18, 2025 – We are continuing our study of the Assemblies of God 16 Fundamental Truths by focusing on the 5th Fundamental – The Salvation of Man. The reason we are going back to the basics of our faith is that it’s vital to have…
- The AG Fundamental Truth 4
Sunday, May 4, 2025 – We are in the second week of our study on the 16 Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God, focusing today on our 4th Fundamental Tenet: “The Fall of Man.” We spend the entire message discussing something as basic a…
- The Assemblies of God Fundamental Truths 1-3
Sunday, April 27, 2025 – Today, we are beginning a short series discussing the Fellowship of the Assemblies of God. This will be more of a teaching series than a preaching series, just so you are aware if you are interested in watching. I…
- The Celebration of Creaster
Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025 – Happy and glorious Resurrection Sunday! This is the flagship day of our Christian faith. If Christ hadn’t risen, we would have no reason to celebrate. Amen? But do you also realize that Easter is more than a…
- Palm Sunday - Who is Jesus to You?
Sunday, April 13, 2025 – Palm Sunday! Also known as “The Triumphal Entry” this was the day when Jesus openly declared himself to be the King of the Jews and to be recognized as King of Kings for all men and for all eternity. This is certai…
- Living a Godly Life
Sunday, April 6, 2025 – Pastor Ryp Hankins is delivering the word today, and the title of his message is “Living a Godly Life.” This may seem easy or impossible, depending on your standing with the Lord. Regardless of how you feel about yo…
- 1 John - Understanding the End Time and Last Days
Sunday, March 23, 2025 – The title of today’s message as we continue our study of 1 John is, “Understanding the End Time and the Last Days.” Prophecy makes up a large percentage of Scripture, and it’s important for us to do our best to und…
- 1 John - Living in but Not Loving the World
Sunday, March 16, 2025 – We’re still studying 1 John 2:15-17, and the title of our message today is: “Living in but Not Loving the World.” There are many things in life that we can control and many more that we cannot. We have no say in th…
- 1 John - Abide & Grow
Sunday, March 9, 2025 – The title of today’s study on 1 John 2:12-24 is “Abide & Grow.” Here’s a question to consider as we begin: “What is the overall theme of Scripture?” There are various answers, but today's study highlights “Spiritual…
- 1 John - Light Reveals Love
Sunday, March 2, 2025 – Today’s message continues our study of 1 John and is titled “Light Reveals Love.” The Apostle John, known as the Apostle of Love, had a different disposition in his younger years. He and his brother James were nickn…
- 1 John - Living in Obedient Love
Sunday, February 23, 2025 – Today’s message is titled “Living in Obedient Love” as we continue our study on 1 John, focusing on 1 John 2:1-6. As the title suggests, the word “living” implies a daily exercise or progression. John teaches th…
- 1 John - Walk in the Light
Sunday, February 16, 2025 – We continue our study of 1 John, and Pastor Mike has titled the message “Walk in the Light.” In this discussion, we will see that God truly desires a relationship with us rather than just a form of religion conc…
- 1 John - Religion Vs Relationship
Sunday, February 9, 2025 – Pastor Mike is starting our study on 1 John today, titled “Religion vs Relationship.” The Apostle John uses the first few verses of this chapter to lay the foundation for the reality of who Jesus is, affirming th…
- Living Under the Fear of the Lord
Sunday, February 2, 2025, Pastor Ryp Hankins delivers an inspiring and thought-provoking message titled “Living Under the Fear of the Lord.” Before you watch, consider this question: Would you prefer to listen to a message that you WANT to…
- Learning to Minister in Weakness
Sunday, January 26, 2025, We’re privileged to have the Men’s Keryx in Community (KIC) join us for worship this morning. Pastor Ryp's message is titled "Learning to Minister in Weakness." God gifts everyone who chooses to follow Him with sp…