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This Sunday we launched a new series called Anchored. Aaron Ninaber taught from 2 Peter, preaching that the goal isn’t perfection but steady progress by staying anchored to Christ. Peter writes from Rome knowing his death is near, urging the church to remember that in Christ we already have everything we need. More from Catch The Fire Raleigh Messages: https://ctfr.me/messages Music: https://ctfr.me/music Worship Moments: https://ctfr.me/worship Connect with us: Website: https://ctfraleigh.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/ctfraleigh Instagram: https://instagram.com/catchthefireraleigh Spotify: https://ctfr.me/spotify Apple Music: https://ctfr.me...

What if work wasn't a curse to escape or a ladder to climb? What if it was a form of worship we can offer? In this message, Jonathan Schunker explores the future of work. From Genesis to Ephesians/Colossians, we explore God’s design for work, how the Fall distorted it, and how Jesus redeems it so we can serve wholeheartedly unto the Lord.

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In this final week of “This Is Us,” Jess Ninaber shared on what it means to be a House of Generosity. God’s heart is full of abundance, not lack. Generosity isn’t about pressure—it’s about trust, worship, and freedom. When we give joyfully and live open-handed with our time, gifts, and finances, we break the fear of not having enough and walk in God’s blessing.

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In this week’s message Aaron Ninaber preached on what it means to be a House of Purity—holding both holiness and grace together. Purity isn’t perfection or ignoring sin; it’s walking in the Spirit, turning quickly back to Jesus when we stumble, and letting His love make us new.

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On our 17th anniversary, Duncan Smith reminded us that the heart of Catch the Fire is God’s presence with His people. From our living-room beginnings to today, we’ve been called to be a dwelling place for His love. We put worship first, listen for His voice, pray, and go on mission. Together we said “yes” again to carrying His presence into our families, city, and the nations for the next 17 years.

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This week, Jess Ninaber shared on what it means to be a House of Rest as part of our This Is Us series. From creation to Christ, Sabbath was revealed as God’s gift of holy time and an invitation to freedom. Jess reminded us that true rest is found in Jesus—not just a day off, but freedom from striving and endless hustle. As we practice Sabbath, we trust God, delight in His presence, and live from our identity as sons and daughters.

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In week five of the This Is Us series, Aaron Ninaber spoke about what it means to be a house that serves. He reminded us that Jesus redefines greatness through humility and true leadership is found in serving. While it’s good to take time to rest and heal, we’re also called to move forward into serving with joy. As we each do our part, our church family becomes stronger and the love of Jesus is shown more clearly through one another.

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This Sunday, Duncan Smith continued the This Is Us series by teaching on how to be a house of worship. He reminded us that worship is for God, not for us, and that He is irresistibly drawn to hearts fully devoted to Him. True worship goes beyond our personalities or preferences—it must be in Spirit and in truth.

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This week we continue our This Is Us series by looking at Galatians 6 and what it means to be a family that carries one another’s burdens. Paul reminds us that it’s not rules or comparison that save us, but the love of Christ. As the church, we are called to restore with gentleness, walk in humility, and show up for each other with real love. Together, we become a house that truly looks like Jesus.

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This Sunday Aaron Ninaber launched the new series "This Is Us" by looking at what it means to be a House of Honor. Romans 12 calls us to live with sincere love, not just in words but in action—preferring others above ourselves, refusing gossip, choosing generosity, and making room for genuine connection. Church is meant to be more than a gathering; it’s a family where everyone belongs and no one is left unseen. This message reminds us that when we walk in honor and love, even the simplest act of kindness can carry eternal impact.

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This week, we heard from four powerful GenZ preachers. We know that God is moving within GenZ and bringing unity amongst all generations. Be encouraged, challenged, and witness the Spirit of God in the next generation. More from Catch The Fire Raleigh Messages: https://ctfr.me/messages Music: https://ctfr.me/music Worship Moments: https://ctfr.me/worship Connect with us: Website: https://ctfraleigh.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/ctfraleigh Instagram: https://instagram.com/catchthefireraleigh Spotify: https://ctfr.me/spotify Apple Music: https://ctfr.me/applemusic Thank you for watching this video from Catch The Fire Raleigh. To support this...

In this passionate and deeply personal message, Pastor Hal Linhardt spoke on the foundational truth that God is still speaking to us—through Scripture, prophecy, and countless creative means. He calls the church to live with open ears, tender hearts, and bold obedience. Pastor Hal also issues a powerful call to evangelists, inviting those who feel a specific burden for the lost to boldly step into their God-given assignment. Reminding us that evangelists don’t belong in closets. Their lives are meant to model the gospel, lead others to Christ, and stir up the church with passion for the Grea...

In this passionate and deeply personal message, Pastor Hal Linhardt spoke on the foundational truth that God is still speaking to us—through Scripture, prophecy, and countless creative means. He calls the church to live with open ears, tender hearts, and bold obedience. Pastor Hal also issues a powerful call to evangelists, inviting those who feel a specific burden for the lost to boldly step into their God-given assignment. Reminding us that evangelists don’t belong in closets. Their lives are meant to model the gospel, lead others to Christ, and stir up the church with passion for the Great Comm...

This Sunday Jess Ninaber closes out our Names of God series with a powerful message on Yahweh Nissi—“The Lord is My Banner.” In Exodus 17, we see God reveal this name during Israel’s battle with the Amalekites, showing that He is not only our defender but our identity, covering, and victory. Whether you're facing a battle or simply longing for deeper identity and covering, this message is a reminder that His banner over you is love. You are not alone—and the victory belongs to the Lord.

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This Sunday Pastor Duncan Smith shared a message on Abba – Father, showing how Jesus lived in intimate connection with the Father. At His baptism, God declared, “You are my beloved Son,” not for what Jesus did, but who He is. That same loving Father calls out to you today. The cross wasn’t just about forgiveness—it was about restoring our place as His beloved children.

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This week, Aaron Ninaber continues our Names of God series with a message on YHWH Rapha - the Lord who heals. Through the story of bitter waters made sweet in Exodus 15, we’re invited to see healing as more than just a physical miracle - it’s a prophetic

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This week, Jess Ninaber continues our Names of God series with a message on El Roi—the God who sees. Through the story of Hagar, we are reminded that God sees us fully, even in our most painful and overlooked moments. He is not passive or distant but the God who actively pursues, provides, and restores. El Roi meets us in the wilderness, calls us by name, and dignifies us with His love. As we begin to see the way He sees, we are empowered to see others with the same compassion and to recognize what He is doing in...

This Sunday, Justin Rife continued our Names of God series by teaching on Yahweh Jireh—The Lord Will Provide. In Genesis 22, we follow Abraham and Isaac up the mountain where God tests Abraham’s faith. This is not a moment of cruelty but a moment of revelation of God's character as a faithful provider. When our faith is tested, His faithfulness is revealed. Through this passage, we are invited to examine what we may be holding onto more tightly than we hold on to God and to trust that in Jesus, Yahweh Jireh provides us with everything we need.

This past Sunday, Aaron Ninaber continued our Names of God series with a powerful message on El Shaddai—God Almighty, the All-Sufficient One. In Genesis 17, God introduces Himself as El Shaddai to Abraham in a moment of delay and human limitation, reminding us that He is both our powerful provider and our nurturing sustainer. This name reveals God’s nature to meet us not only in ideal circumstances, but right in the middle of our mess, our doubts, and our hopelessness. Through stories from Abraham, Job, and a desperate widow in 2 Kings, we’re invited to trust God—not with per...

This past Sunday, Duncan Smith preached on the sacred and eternal name of God—Yahweh. Often mistranslated as “Jehovah,” this name reveals God’s self-existent nature and His desire for a personal relationship with His people. The name of Jesus, Yeshua, means “Yahweh is salvation,” pointing to the stunning truth that Jesus is Yahweh in the flesh. From the burning bush to the Gospel of John, Scripture reveals that the God who was, is, and is to come has made Himself known—not just as Lord, but as Father.

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This past Sunday, Jess Ninaber preached on Holy Dissatisfaction: Becoming a Spirit-Mobilized People—that God-given hunger for more of His presence and power. At Pentecost, ordinary believers were filled with the Holy Spirit and empowered to live with boldness and radical obedience. That same Spirit stirs us today to refuse a predictable, passionless faith and to bring God’s presence into every part of life. The early church’s unity, generosity, and unstoppable boldness call us to live as a Spirit-mobilized people, embracing the cost and power of obedience.  It’s a call to move beyond comfort and become a people...

This past Sunday, Jess Ninaber preached on Holy Dissatisfaction: Becoming a Spirit-Mobilized People—that God-given hunger for more of His presence and power. At Pentecost, ordinary believers were filled with the Holy Spirit and empowered to live with boldness and radical obedience. That same Spirit stirs us today to refuse a predictable, passionless faith and to bring God’s presence into every part of life. The early church’s unity, generosity, and unstoppable boldness call us to live as a Spirit-mobilized people, embracing the cost and power of obedience.  It’s a call to move beyond comfort and become a people tr...

This week, Murray Smith shared a powerful message on Depending Upon the Holy Spirit. Drawing from Romans 8 and John 7:37-39, he reminded us that we are not just sinners with a ticket to heaven—we are brand new creations, born again by the Spirit. Through Jesus, we receive an unlimited supply of the Holy Spirit who empowers us to become more like Him. This transformation isn’t about self-effort; it’s about surrender. As we come to Jesus in our thirst, the Spirit fills us, bears fruit in us, and equips us with everything we need to live out the life H...

This week, Aaron Ninaber shared a powerful message titled The Leadership of the Lord, reminding us that God's discipline is not punishment, but a loving invitation into deeper intimacy with Him (Hebrews 12:1–11). As sons and daughters, we can trust that His correction comes from a heart of love, not condemnation. While the enemy uses shame to isolate and confuse us, God’s discipline brings conviction that leads to peace, holiness, and lasting fruit. His leadership is trustworthy, and even in our stumbles, He is there to lift us up and walk us forward in freedom.

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This week, Jess Ninaber brought a timely and powerful word from Hebrews 12 about running the race of faith with endurance. Drawing from the context of early Christians facing persecution, we’re reminded that the call to follow Jesus is not a casual stroll—it’s a costly, all-in commitment that requires laying aside every weight and sin that entangles us. The Christian life is not a sprint but a pilgrimage, one that demands focus, perseverance, and a heart fixed on Jesus. Endurance isn’t glamorous, but it’s essential. This is a race worth finishing strong. More from Catch The Fire Ralei...

This week, Jess Ninaber brought a timely and powerful word from Hebrews 12 about running the race of faith with endurance. Drawing from the context of early Christians facing persecution, we’re reminded that the call to follow Jesus is not a casual stroll—it’s a costly, all-in commitment that requires laying aside every weight and sin that entangles us. The Christian life is not a sprint but a pilgrimage, one that demands focus, perseverance, and a heart fixed on Jesus. Endurance isn’t glamorous, but it’s essential. This is a race worth finishing strong. More from Catch The Fire Ralei...

This week, Jess Ninaber brought a timely and powerful word from Hebrews 12 about running the race of faith with endurance. Drawing from the context of early Christians facing persecution, we’re reminded that the call to follow Jesus is not a casual stroll—it’s a costly, all-in commitment that requires laying aside every weight and sin that entangles us. The Christian life is not a sprint but a pilgrimage, one that demands focus, perseverance, and a heart fixed on Jesus. Endurance isn’t glamorous, but it’s essential. This is a race worth finishing strong. More from Catch The Fire Ralei...

This Sunday, Dr. Heidi Baker shared a powerful word centered on John 6 and Jesus as the Bread of Life. Drawing from her life among the poor in Mozambique, Heidi reminded us that the gospel is not just something we preach—it’s something we become. As she recounted encounters with extreme hunger, both physical and spiritual, she brought us back to Jesus’ call to receive fresh bread daily through communion and intimacy with Him. We can’t give what we haven’t first received. In a world full of need, Jesus invites us not to burn out trying harder, but to abide d...

This Sunday, Justin Rife took us through John 21, where the resurrected Jesus appears to His disciples once again. After a night of disappointment, Jesus meets them on the shore, prepares a meal, and welcomes them with compassion. For Peter, this moment is not just another encounter but a deeply personal restoration. Around a charcoal fire, the very setting where he once denied Jesus, Peter is given three invitations to reaffirm his love and receive a renewed calling. The resurrection was never just about the empty tomb, but Jesus stepping into our shame, restoring our identity, and commissioning us again. When...

This past Sunday, Jess Ninaber shared a powerful word from John 20, reminding us that while we celebrate the resurrection with joy, the disciples' first Easter evening was filled with fear, shame, and uncertainty. Behind locked doors, Jesus appeared and spoke peace — not as the absence of conflict, but as the presence of wholeness, restoration, and reconciliation. The resurrection was not only about Jesus rising from the grave but about breathing new life into His followers, commissioning them to live boldly on mission through the power of the Holy Spirit. Even in moments of doubt, like Thomas experienced, Jesus meets us wi...

This Easter Sunday, Aaron Ninaber took us on a journey through The Four Gardens—from Eden to the resurrection. In Eden, intimacy was lost through disobedience, but in Gethsemane, Jesus chose obedience in the face of anguish. At the cross, He willingly gave Himself to reverse the curse, and in the garden tomb, He rose again, restoring what was lost. Mistaken as a gardener by Mary, Jesus was, in fact, tending to a new creation—one that begins at the empty tomb. Through His resurrection, death is defeated, and life begins anew. More from Catch The Fire Raleigh Messages: https://ctfr...

This week, Jess Ninaber preached a powerful Palm Sunday message as we step into Holy Week. As Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey, the crowds shouted “Hosanna!”—praising and pleading for salvation. They expected a conquering king, but Jesus came in peace, fulfilling prophecy and revealing a different kind of Kingdom. There’s a tension between expectation and reality—and we often miss Jesus when He doesn’t show up the way we imagined. May we be a people who recognize our King and carry His presence, even in unexpected ways. More from Catch The Fire Raleigh Messages: https://ctfr.me/mess...

This week, Pastor Aaron Ninaber closed out our Joy Full series with Philippians 4, urging us to stand fast in the Lord and be a people marked by love, gentleness, and unity. Paul pleads with the church to reconcile for the sake of the gospel—and then to rejoice! What are you known for? Are you someone who believes the best and walks in love, or are you easily pulled into division and drama? As followers of Christ, we are called to die to self, renew our minds, and live in a way that reflects His heart to the world. Through th...

Duncan Smith continued in our Philippians series with a message on Lose It All to Win the Prize. Life isn’t built on status, spirituality, or achievements—everything is loss compared to knowing Jesus, who is our true prize. The call is to let go of the past and hold tightly to the future because our future isn’t just a destination—it’s a person, Jesus Himself. As we press on, we look ahead with hope, knowing our future is gloriously epic. The challenge is to surrender everything, run toward Jesus, and embrace the eternal prize He has for us.

This week, Kate Smith took us through Philippians 2, where Paul calls the church to embrace humility, unity, and the mindset of Christ. Writing from prison, Paul speaks of the deep joy he found in Christ despite suffering, reminding us that Jesus, though fully God, humbled Himself as a servant and gave His life in obedience to the Father. True humility isn’t thinking less of ourselves, but fully depending on Jesus—serving others, renewing our minds, and living without grumbling. Instead of complaining, we are invited to hold fast to the word of life, walk in supernatural joy, and invest in o...

This week, Justin Rife continued our Joy Full series through Philippians, exploring redemptive suffering—finding joy even in the midst of hardship. Paul, writing from prison, declares that his suffering has actually advanced the gospel, challenging us to see trials through a kingdom perspective. Scripture reveals three key principles for walking in joy: engaging in kingdom community, choosing to rejoice, and not letting shame tell our story. True victory isn’t about avoiding pain but about encountering Christ in the middle of it. The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead empowers us to endure, filling us with His joy...

Aaron Ninaber kicked off our Joy Full series with an introduction to the book of Philippians, a letter overflowing with gratitude, unity, and unshakable joy. Writing from prison, Paul reminds the church that they are not just recipients of the gospel but partakers in it—partners in faith, generosity, and mission. His prayer for them is that their love would abound in knowledge and discernment, leading them to live with sincerity and fruitfulness. As we step into this series, the question is—will we embrace the joy of true partnership in the gospel?

In the final message of our Kingdom Come series, Jess Ninaber challenged us to step into our role as kingdom carriers. The kingdom of God does not advance passively—it requires boldness, faith, and obedience. Jesus has entrusted us with His mission, calling us to fix our eyes on Him, walk in our authority, and take the gospel to the world. The Great Commission is not just a suggestion; it is a mandate to make disciples and advance His kingdom. The question is—are we moving with the kingdom?

This week, Aaron Ninaber continues our Kingdom Come series with a powerful message on living as God’s dwelling place. The Holy Spirit has been given to us—not just to change our afterlife itinerary, but to empower us to bring the kingdom wherever we go. As joint heirs with Christ, we are called to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do like Jesus. The kingdom of heaven is at hand, and we are the light of the world, a city on a hill. How are we walking this out in our daily lives?

This week, Jess Ninaber continued our Kingdom Come series, diving into what it means to live as Kingdom people. Jesus taught us to pray, “Your kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven” (Matthew 6:10), calling us to actively participate in bringing heaven to earth. Eden was a prototype of heaven on earth, and through Jesus, the bridge has been restored—we now carry His presence and are called to boldly proclaim His kingdom. As we live in the tension of the now and not yet, we resist earthly culture, walk in unity, and expect to see Hi...