When life’s storms rise, anxiety follows—but Jesus offers a peace that “guards your heart and mind.” This episode shares a practical rhythm anyone can try: be still, look up, and open your hands—a daily way to move from “oh no” to “oh God.” Reflection questions:
Feeling forgotten or stuck at a crossroads? This episode unpacks Joseph’s long road from pit to palace and points to a God who is working even when we can’t see it—so you can take the next faithful step today. You’ll hear why we “don’t confuse God’s silence with His absence,” and four responses that shape … Continue reading "Under The Circumstances, part 4 – God Is With You"
When life feels unfair or overwhelming, it’s easy to wonder if God has forgotten you. This week, we look at the story of John the Baptist and discover that doubt is part of faith—and that God’s silence is never His absence.
Why do bad things happen even when we’re doing everything “right”? In this message, we explore how many people sign God’s name to promises He never made—and how Jesus gives us something far better than circumstances could ever provide. Learn how to fix your eyes on Jesus and run your race with perseverance.
This episode begins our series Under the Circumstances, where we explore what it means to hold on to God when life feels overwhelming. Looking at the raising of Lazarus, we see how Jesus meets us in our pain, weeps with us, and invites us to trust Him more deeply.
This week’s message challenges us to examine what our reactions say about our confidence in God’s goodness and greatness. Learn why surrendering control and trusting Him can free us from worry, reshape our responses, and bring lasting peace.
How do your reactions shape the way others see your faith? In this episode of Reactions Speak Louder, we explore what it means to trust God in the moments that test us most. Listen in and be encouraged to live in a way that reflects something greater than yourself.
Our reactions reveal more about us than we might think. In this message, we begin a new series exploring what it means to respond in unexpected ways—underreacting with grace instead of overreacting in frustration. Jesus shows us that even the smallest reaction can become an opportunity to point others toward Him. Tune in and be … Continue reading "Reactions Speak Louder Than Words, part 1 – Cause and Defect"
We all long to belong. God designed us for community, and both Scripture and modernresearch affirm that the people we walk with shape the people we become. Solomonwrote, “Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools su8ers harm” (Proverbs 13:20). Science now echoes this truth: our proximity to others directly influences … Continue reading "Friendology, part 3 – Find Where the Nathans Hang Out"
Prioritizing the needs of a community of people above ourselves moves us toward the interdependence we need.
In the beginning, there was a problem mentioned even before the first sin was committed. And it’s a problem that still gets in the way of developing thriving friendships.
Even when our words are accidental, they can still hurt someone.
The source of words determines the weight of them. Remember who you are and what you represent to the person on the other side of you.
We’ve all heard the adage that actions speak louder than words. But the words we’ve heard have shaped us and the words we speak have the power to shape others. And some words weigh more than others.
One of two powerful forces helps guide us. For you, which one is it?
We all need help, and there is a way to get access to the same helper Jesus relied on.
In the beginning, the spirit of God moved things from chaos to order. He continued and continues to do that.
In part seven of The Fundamental List, we explore the foundational calling for every follower of Jesus: to share the good news. With personal stories and challenging questions, this message reminds us that inviting others into the story of Jesus isn’t about church attendance — it’s about love, purpose, and transformation. Are you building your own … Continue reading "The Fundamental List – Fundamental 7"
Is the local church still essential today? In this week’s episode, we unpack the biblical picture of the church as a body—alive, connected, and on mission. We dive into the cultural trends around church engagement, the encouraging signs of revival in Gen Z, and five practical ways you can take your next step in living … Continue reading "The Fundamental List – Fundamental 6"
This episode wrestles with the tension between our craving for justice and our reluctance to be judged. Through personal stories, Genesis 4, and the teachings of Jesus, we’re reminded that real freedom comes not from taking revenge but from trusting Jesus with the final verdict—and living differently in the meantime.