Pastor Ryan Deaton delivers a message, "The Prequel" Part 3 to our previous series "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, November 24th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFM…

Big Dreams. Big Plans. It’s hard not to think that big equates to success. But success looks different to everybody. So, what if there’s actually strength in smallness. In this bottle episode, Pastor Nicole reminds us that smallness isn’t a… Read More Acts of the Spirit // Bottle Episode: The post Acts of the Spirit // Bottle Episode: appeared firs…

Gentleness can often be misunderstood. Many think it’s about weakness or avoiding confrontation. But true gentleness is far more powerful. Gentleness is strength under control. In her sermon on gentleness, Pastor Nicole teaches about this Christlike quality that doesn’t demand… Read More Acts of the Spirit // Gentleness The post Acts of the Spirit …

In this sermon from our Acts of the Spirit series, Pastor Nicole turns our focus to our Acts of Patience. More Than Waiting The biblical patience from Galatians is more than waiting in line or staying calm when your coffee… Read More Acts of the Spirit // Patience The post Acts of the Spirit // Patience appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Mateusz Godawa delivers a message, "Dare To Believe the Impossible" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, November 17th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechurchfmy…

Pastor Ryan Deaton delivers a message, "The Prequel Part 2" to our previous series "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, November 10th, 2024 - 9:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY…

Pastor Ryan Deaton delivers a message, "The Prequel" to our previous series "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, November 3rd, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo:…

Caleb Deaton delivers a message, "When Was the Last Time It Cost You?" from our series "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, October 27th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurc…

What is Real Peace? When you think of peace, what comes to mind? A quiet moment? The absence of conflict? Maybe even a personal sense of calm? These are all great pictures of peace, but when we look at the… Read More Acts of the Spirit // Peacemaker The post Acts of the Spirit // Peacemaker appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Feeling Joyless? You’re Not Alone Have you ever wondered why your life sometimes feels like its missing joy, even when you’re trying to live out your faith? In this week’s sermon, Pastor Brian tackles this question head-on. Diving into Romans… Read More Acts of the Spirit // Restore Joy The post Acts of the Spirit // Restore Joy appeared first on R…

Caleb Deaton delivers a message, "Am I A Good Neighbor?" from our series "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, October 20th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: ht…

Alvin Key delivers a message, "Noticing the Need" from our series "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, October 13th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://ww…

Pastor Ryan Deaton delivers a message, "The Communion Connection" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, October 6th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechurchfmy…

Doctor Duane White delivers a message, "Trust. The. Story." at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, September 29th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechurchfmy…

Pastor Ryan Deaton delivers a message, "Simplify" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, September 15th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechurchfmy…

This week Pastor Nicole started our NEW SERIES. We’ll be diving into the FRUITS of the Spirit in the book of Acts. Pastor Nicole started us of with the core FRUIT; LOVE! Love. It’s more important that a good feeling… Read More Acts of the Spirit // Love The post Acts of the Spirit // Love appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Doctor Leonard Sweet delivers a message, "Who's Got Your Back?" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, September 8th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechurchfmy…

We end our Y’all Means All series by answering this quesiton: Can faith and critical thinking coexist? If we read our bible through a critical lens, doesn’t that mean we’re criticizing the bible? In this weeks sermon Pastor Nicole takes… Read More Y’all Means All // From the Head to the Heart The post Y’all Means All // From the Head to the Heart a…

Conflict is inevitable. No matter where we are, we all encounter disagreements. But how do we, as a community of believers, hand conflict in a way that reflects Jesus. This is the question Pastor David tackles as he takes us… Read More Y’all Means All // Conflict The post Y’all Means All // Conflict appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Pastor Ryan Deaton delivers a message, "Sent To Heal The Broken-hearted" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, August 18th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechurch…

Have you ever found yourself in a strange place you never expected to be? Maybe you’ve looked back at your life and though: how did I get here? Was it coincidence, was it fate, or was it something bigger and… Read More Y’all Means All // Stranger things The post Y’all Means All // Stranger things appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

We are moving right along in our summer of series! This week Pastor Nicole kicked off our new series: “Y’all Means All!“ Over the next few weeks we’re going to be looking at the apostles’ ACTS of inclusivity. So, to… Read More Y’all Means All // Tolerance vs. Inclusion The post Y’all Means All // Tolerance vs. Inclusion appeared first on Refuge.Chu…

Pastor Ryan Deaton delivers a message, "The Kingdom, The Church, And America" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, August 4th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifech…

Pastor Ryan Deaton delivers a message, "The Kingdom, The Church, And America" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, July 28th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechu…

This we Pastor David wrapped up our Upstart Apostles Series! David looks at the transformation of one of the most pivotal upstart apostles of the early church; SAUL! Saul’s story stands as a reminder that no one is beyond the… Read More Upstart Apostles // Transforming Together The post Upstart Apostles // Transforming Together appeared first on Re…

Pastor Ryan Deaton delivers a message, "The Kingdom, The Church, And America" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, July 21st, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechu…

We continue to explore how the Apostles of Acts upstarted the church. The followed the bold vision through adversity and persecution, using innovation and creativity to meet people where the were. They were men and women filled with the Holy… Read More Upstart Apostles // Innovation The post Upstart Apostles // Innovation appeared first on Refuge.C…

Pastor Ryan Deaton delivers a message, "Sunday School" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, July 14th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechurchfmy…

This week Pastor David takes us through a familiar story with fresh eyes. Stephen’s name might ring a bell for some. Known as the first Christian martyr, is story often stops at his tragic death. However, there is so much… Read More Upstart Apostles // Resilience in Adversity The post Upstart Apostles // Resilience in Adversity appeared first on Re…

Pastor Colin Nanton delivers a message, "The Gospel comes to Thessalonica" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, July 17th 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechurchf…

We are continuing our SUMMER OF SERIES with our NEW SERIES: Upstart Apostles. We get our inspiration for this series from Acts 4:1 of the MSG translation where the early followers of Jesus are labeled “Upstart Apostles.” This term encapsulates… Read More Upstart Apostles // Visionary Leadership The post Upstart Apostles // Visionary Leadership appe…

Ryan Deaton delivers a message, "Sunday School: Baptism of the Holy Spirit" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, June 30th 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechurch…

Pastor David wraps up our Acts B.C. series with a powerful message about the strength of the early church. Pastor David takes a trip down memory lane reminding us of some terrible fads we suffered through. Remember water beds, planking,… Read More Act B.C. // Meetings, Prison Breaks, & Fads! Oh My! The post Act B.C. // Meetings, Prison Breaks, & Fa…

On Saturday, June 22nd, Refuge hosted out FIRST service in honor of Juneteenth. Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. This service is a significant step forward in truly being a safe place for ALL PEOPLE to be unapologetically… Read More Juneteenth // A Night Of Reflection The post Juneteenth // A Night Of Reflecti…

Acts 4 This week Pastor David tackles the theme of courage and boldness. In Acts 4:23-31 we read of profound courage within the early church. This is an encouragement we need today more than ever! Peter and John are once… Read More Acts B.C. // Boldness The post Acts B.C. // Boldness appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Caleb Deaton delivers a message, "Sunday School: The Church" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, June 16th 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechurchfmy…

Pastor Nicole keeps our summer of series moving forward as she dives into Acts 4. The story of the church moves forward with the aftermath of the apostles healing the paralyzed man. Last week, we learned how Peter and John… Read More Acts B.C. // Act Like Jesus The post Acts B.C. // Act Like Jesus appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

We continue to explore the beginnings of the early church and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit. So, this week Pastor Davide tells the moving story from Acts 3. The ACTS of Peter and John healing a man who… Read More Acts B.C. // You Are Seen The post Acts B.C. // You Are Seen appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

This week we learn about what to expect when we’re expecting! Pastor Nicole brings to life the Day of Pentecost from Acts 2. In this sermon on expectancy, pastor Nicole emphasizes the importance of living with a mindset rooted in… Read More Acts B.C. // What to Expect… The post Acts B.C. // What to Expect… appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Summer is right around the corner, an we’re kicking of a Summer of Series at Refuge. We will be journeying through the book of Acts from start to finish! One series at a time exploring it’s themes and telling its… Read More Acts B.C. // Previously On… The post Acts B.C. // Previously On… appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

In the conclusion of his CYS series, Pastor Brian takes us deeper into the idea of choosing our suffering. Will we take the path of growth and resilience over passive endurance? We are introduced to a talented young artist, Jacob… Read More CYS // Choose Your Suffering Part II The post CYS // Choose Your Suffering Part II appeared first on Refuge.C…

Alvin Key delivers a message, "Sunday School" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, May 5th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechurchfmy…

Are you feeling stuck in life’s struggles? Overwhelmed by challenges thrust upon you? Pastor Brian’s NEW mini-series; “Choose Your Suffering,” explores the idea of embracing hardships on our journey to find purpose and meaning. In this challenging message, Pastor Brian… Read More CYS // Choose Your Suffering Part I The post CYS // Choose Your Suffe…

This week Pastor Nicole wrapped up The Barbie Movie series by showing us how much Barbie and Nicodemus have in common! We’ve been diving deep into the realms of deconstruction and restoration. And how this never ending process is supposed… Read More The Barbie Movie // Finale The post The Barbie Movie // Finale appeared first on Refuge.Church.…

Pastor Zac Camp delivers a message, "Sunday School" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, April 28th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechurchfmy…

Pastor Ryan Deaton delivers a message, "Sunday School" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, April 21st, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechurchfmy…

Welcome to week two of our FUN-conventional series centered around The Barbie Movie. Yes, yes, I know! You’ve heard all the things about Barbie! But stick with us, because this journey is about so much more than what meets the… Read More The Barbie Movie // Advocate Barbie The post The Barbie Movie // Advocate Barbie appeared first on Refuge.Church…

Pastor Ryan Deaton delivers a message, "Sunday School" at Life Church in Fort Myers, Florida. (Sunday, April 14th, 2024 - 11:00​AM) For More information, visit our website at: http://www.lifechurch.net Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifechurchfmy Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeChurchFMY Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/lifechurchfmy…

The Barbie Movie Follows stereotypical Barbie, who lives a seemingly perfect life alongside other Barbies and Kens in Barbie Land. In this world the Barbies have to prestigious careers, like doctors, lawyers, professors, teachers, and politicians… and the Kens they… Read More The Barbie Movie // Deconstruction Barbie The post The Barbie Movie // De…