Join Cyle, Carver, Matt, and Mark as they explore what it means to truly treat others the way you want to be treated. From navigating middle school friendships to honoring people in their final moments, this conversation dives into the heart of...

Pastor Cyle explores the timeless Golden Rule established 3,500 years ago and how it's the foundation for every relationship in our lives. From family and friends to enemies and strangers, discover why treating others the way you want to be tre...

Join Cyle, Cody, Ryan, and Mark for a candid conversation about marriage, community, and the power of influence in our daily lives. From newlywed wisdom to middle school ministry moments, the hosts explore how the people we surround ourselves w...

Drawing from 1 Corinthians 15:33, Pastor Cyle unpacks his life verse to reveal how the people, media, and ideas we surround ourselves with slowly reshape our character from the inside out. Through personal stories from his college years and pra...

Join Cyle, Matt, Ryan, and Mark as they discuss the heart behind Heart of the Lakes Church—from their United Brethren roots to exciting growth initiatives. This conversation explores discipleship, the Three 30 campaign, and what it means to cre...

Pastor Cyle walks through the United Brethren Church's historic Confession of Faith, explaining the seven core beliefs that have remained unchanged since 1841. Rooted in Scripture, this confession covers the Trinity, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spir...

Join the HOTL cast team as they explore what it means to multiply through discipleship at Heart of the Lakes Church. From intentional mentorship programs to unexpected connections over Taco Bell, this conversation unpacks how authentic relation...

Pastor Cyle unpacks Heart O' The Lakes Church's vision of "multiply through discipleship," tracing God's call to make disciples from Genesis through the Great Commission. Using John 3:30 as the foundation ("He must become greater, I must become...

Cyle, Ryan, and Cody dive into the heart of what makes authentic Christian community work—moving beyond surface-level niceness to genuine, sacrificial love. Through personal stories and real-life examples, they explore how caring about what mat...

Pastor Cyle challenges Heart O' The Lakes Church to embody their vision of loving like Jesus by genuinely caring about what matters to others. Drawing from Galatians 6:2, Philippians 2:3-4, and the example of Christ, he teaches that biblical lo...

In this heartfelt sermon delivered at Heart O’ The Lakes Church, Pastor Morehead shares his personal journey through a life-threatening illness, drawing profound spiritual lessons from the biblical concept of "breath" as both physical and spiri...

This sermon explores the moment in Luke 2 when the angel appears to the shepherds, delivering a message that forever changes their lives and the world. Pastor Cyle unpacks the significance of God’s glory moving from the temple to ordinary peopl...

Join Cyle, Matt, and Ryan as they explore the power of authentic community and recognizing God's active presence in daily life. From coffee shop connections to small group dynamics, the hosts share personal stories about building meaningful rel...

This message, delivered at Heart O’ The Lakes Church, explores the story of Mary’s encounter with the angel Gabriel in Luke 1. The sermon highlights Mary’s confusion, faith, and willingness to accept God’s plan with joy, even amid uncertainty a...

Join the HOTLCast crew as they share laughs, stories, and heartfelt reflections on what truly matters during the Christmas season. From parade adventures in New Orleans (and the quest for free stuff!) to the joy of church Christmas parties and ...

This message explores the story of Joseph and the role of angels in the Christmas narrative, focusing on how God brings clarity and direction in the midst of confusion and chaos. Drawing from Matthew 1–2 and Old Testament prophecies, the sermon...

In this heartfelt and humorous episode of HOTLCast, the hosts celebrate Mark’s last week as a single man and reflect on the journey of faith, friendship, and life’s big transitions. Drawing inspiration from the Book of Joshua’s call to “be stro...

In this message, Pastor Cyle explores the biblical command to "be strong and courageous" (Rak Chazak Amats), drawing from Joshua 1 and Deuteronomy 31. Through scripture, modern examples, and interactive moments, he challenges listeners to embra...

In this message, Pastor Cyle explores the profound biblical meaning of "shalom"—not just as peace, but as wholeness, harmony, and restoration found in God. Drawing from personal loss, scripture, and real-life stories, he shows how true shalom i...

Join hosts Cody Morehead and Mark Mellinger as they dive into the heart of youth and family ministry at Heart of the Lakes. Discover how intentional relationships, authentic community, and a little bit of awkwardness are transforming lives and ...

This sermon explores the profound meaning of the Hebrew word “hesed”—God’s steadfast, covenant love—through the lens of Hebrews 3 and related scriptures. Pastor Cyle unpacks how God’s love is not just an action but His very nature, invit...

Join the HOTL Cast as Cyle, Matt, Jared, and Mark dive into the meaning of Hebrew words, the beauty of faith, and the importance of community accountability. With humor, real-life stories, and deep insights, this episode unpacks how language sh...

This week’s sermon dives into the meaning and power of the Holy Spirit—“Ruach Elohim”—and how God’s breath gives us life, comfort, and transformation. Drawing from both the Old and New Testaments, we explore how the Spirit of God was present at...

Dive into a lively, insightful conversation as the HOTLCast team explores the meaning of God’s name, the nuances of Bible translations, and the real-life challenges of faith and church leadership. With warmth, humor, and practical wisdom, this ...

Discover the power and meaning behind the name of God in this inspiring sermon, the first in our new “Hebrew” series. Pastor Cyle unpacks the significance of names in the Bible, focusing on “Yahweh”—the covenant name of God—and how it shapes ou...