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The Benefits of a Relationship with God ✨
When you have a relationship with God, everything changes. 💭
It puts your problems in perspective—because even your suffering has purpose. God uses it to build endurance, character, and hope that never disappoints. 🙌
Our relationship with God is rooted in His love—undeserved, unearned, and unshakable. ❤️ Through Jesus, we’ve been justified, reconciled, and given access to peace that the world can’t offer.
The best thing about Christianity isn’t what we get, but who we get. 🤍
https://www.bible.com/events/49513484
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
This week we looked at Romans 4 and the incredible truth that we are saved by faith, not by our own works. Salvation isn’t something we can earn—it’s something that’s credited to us through Jesus. 💥
Before we ever do anything, our identity in Christ comes first. And when doubts creep in, we can rest in this: faith over feelings, focus over distractions, and trust over fear. ✝️
Missed last night’s message? Each week, Paradigm sermons are posted on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts! 📱
https://www.bible.com/events/49510265
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
“Dying for Access” 🔑Pastor Jon dives into Romans 3 where we are reminded that righteousness isn’t earned—it’s accessed. Through Jesus, we’ve been given direct access to God, not because of what we’ve done, but because of what He’s already done.
💡 The Promise of Access: It’s for everyone who believes.
💰 The Price of Access: Jesus paid it all—justified, redeemed, and set free.
⚡ The Power of Access: Nothing we do earns it, but everything changes when we believe it.
We don’t have to fight for access—it’s already been given. Will you have the courage to believe it?
Missed last night’s message? Each week, Paradigm sermons are posted on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts! 📱
https://www.bible.com/events/49503666
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
Pastor Chad digs deep into Romans 3 and reminds us of the weight of sin and the beauty of the gospel. ✨
Paul shows us that we all fall short—none of us are righteous on our own. Sin isn’t just something we stumble into; it’s what we naturally choose. But the good news is that God, in His justice, doesn’t leave us there. 🙌
The law reveals our brokenness, but it also points us to our desperate need for a Savior. True righteousness doesn’t come from what we do—it comes through faith in Jesus Christ. 💜
Once we understand the depth of our need, we can fully embrace the hope and freedom found in Him. 🕊️
Missed last night’s message? Each week, Paradigm sermons are posted on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts! 📱
https://www.bible.com/events/49500183
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
Good Lies We Believe 👀
Pastor Jon continued through Romans at the Crossroads and discussed 3 lies that keep us from truly depending on Christ:
1️⃣ “I’m not that person.”➡️ Comparing yourself to others won’t make you right with God (Romans 2:1-5)
2️⃣ “I’m not that lost.”➡️ It’s not about how far you’ve strayed—it’s about trusting in Jesus’ finished work (Romans 2:16-20)
3️⃣ “I’m not that bad.”➡️ Even our best efforts fall short. Rely on Christ, not your own goodness (Romans 2:21-29)
We don’t need to try harder—we need to depend deeper. 💯
Missed last night’s message? Each week, Paradigm sermons are posted on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts! 📱
https://www.bible.com/events/49496721
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
Good Lies We Believe 👀
We continue our Romans series where Pastor Chad tackled 3 lies that keep us from truly depending on Christ:
1️⃣ “I’m not that person.”➡️ Comparing yourself to others won’t make you right with God (Romans 2:1-5)
2️⃣ “I’m not that lost.”➡️ It’s not about how far you’ve strayed—it’s about trusting in Jesus’ finished work (Romans 2:16-20)
3️⃣ “I’m not that bad.”➡️ Even our best efforts fall short. Rely on Christ, not your own goodness (Romans 2:21-29)
We don’t need to try harder—we need to depend deeper. 💯
Missed last night’s message? Each week, Paradigm sermons are posted on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts! 📱
https://www.bible.com/events/49496721
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
Pastor Chad continued our Romans series by talking about the wrath of God. In times like these, it’s not always easy or comfortable to think about God’s wrath. But Pastor Chad reminded us that despite those feelings, we actually need God’s wrath. If grace is God’s love, His wrath is a reflection of His perfect justice. 🙏
Romans 1:18 says: “For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who suppress the truth in unrighteousness.” (NKJV)
God’s wrath isn’t impulsive—it’s deliberate. It’s against those who reject good and embrace evil. We’re living in a time where we’re witnessing His passive wrath on a society that has lost respect for life and morality. In these times, we need to fall to our knees and repent. 🙌
Let His wrath help us look within, identify the wickedness in our own hearts, and recognize the brokenness in the world so we can bring God’s hope and grace to others. ✝️
Missed last night’s message? Each week, Paradigm sermons are posted on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts! 📱
https://www.bible.com/events/49493303
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
What a night in Johnson County! 🙌
We officially opened our doors, and it was an incredible turnout! So many new faces came to hear God’s Word, and countless new connections and friendships were formed. 🤝
Pastor Chad kicked off our new Romans series preaching live from the Johnson County location — and it was a powerful reminder of the transformation the Gospel brings to everyone.
The Gospel brings:✨ Promise – Prophetic words fulfilled👤 Person – Jesus, the image of the invisible God🎁 Provision – Grace delivered into our lives🎯 Purpose – It’s for you, but not about you. It’s all for His name’s sake
“…concerning His Son Jesus Christ our Lord… declared to be the Son of God with power… Through Him we have received grace and apostleship for obedience to the faith among all nations”— Romans 1:2–6 (NKJV)
We’re just getting started, and we can’t wait to see what God continues to do through this new community! 🕊️🔥
Missed last night’s message? Each week, Paradigm sermons are posted on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts! 📱
https://www.bible.com/events/49489784
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
What if revival isn’t an event, but a new normal?
In this Revive Week message, guest speaker Drew Worsham (pastor, church planter, and Christian illusionist) opens Acts 4 to show how the early church lived with a clear message, were marked by Jesus, and were motivated by the cross, and why we can’t “come have revival and then go back to normal.”
Drew shares a memorable Rubik’s Cube illustration, powerful gospel clarity, and a call to move from performance to proximity to Jesus. If you’ve ever felt spiritually “scrambled,” this message will help you place your life in the hands of the One who can truly transform it.
Key Scriptures: Acts 4:1–22; Ephesians 2:1–5; John 15:1–5; Romans 1:16
Big Idea: The gospel isn’t about making bad people good; it’s about making dead people alive in Christ.
3 Anchors from Acts 4
Message Was Clear — “There is salvation in no one else…” (Acts 4:12)
Marked by Jesus — People could tell they had been with Jesus (Acts 4:13).
Motivated by the Cross — “We cannot help but speak…” (Acts 4:20).
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About Drew Worsham
Drew is a pastor and church planter (San Antonio, TX) who’s spent two decades proclaiming the gospel around the world, often integrating illusions/mentalism as a bridge to the message of Jesus.
Pastor Phil wrapped up our Multipliers series with such a powerful reminder: God’s plan has always been to build Himself a family and a kingdom without end (Gen. 1:26–28). 🌎
From the very beginning, God called us to:➡️ Be fruitful → Evangelism➡️ Multiply → Discipleship➡️ Fill the earth → World Missions
But here’s the truth: multiplication starts with fruitfulness!! The mark of maturity isn’t just growing for ourselves, but reproducing—raising up spiritual sons and daughters who can multiply too! ✖️
We are the bride of Christ, and intimacy with Him is what produces fruit. Will we be a barren bride, or a fruitful one?
Jesus said, “By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit” (John 15:8). 🙏🏾
So we have to ask ourselves: What will you live for, and what will you give your life to?
Missed the message? Each week, Paradigm sermons are posted on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts! 📲
https://www.bible.com/events/49483167
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
In this powerful message, guest speaker Andy Kampman unpacks The Map of a Multiplier. A call for every believer to live out the Great Commission both locally and globally. From small-town Iowa stories to the reality of reaching the nations, Andy challenges us to confront the lies we believe about missions and embrace God’s bigger vision.
Through Acts 1:6–8, discover how Jesus’ heart has always been for all people and how you can be part of His mission today, whether as a goer or a sender. This message is a reminder that God doesn’t just use “superstar Christians”, He uses ordinary people who put their “yes” on the table.
📖 Key Themes:
The lies we believe about missions (and the truth from God’s Word)
What it means to get a bigger map and vision for the nations
How every believer is called to be part of God’s global mission
Living Spirit-empowered lives that multiply the Gospel
🙌 Whether you’re called to stay, send, or go, this message will encourage you to see your life as part of God’s global story.
00:00 – Introduction & stories from Iowa
06:45 – Lies we believe about missions
15:30 – Acts 1:6–8 explained
25:10 – Getting a bigger vision
39:00 – Including yourself in the story
54:15 – Spirit-empowered going
1:10:00 – Testimonies & next steps
https://www.bible.com/events/49479896
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
Discover why you were created and how to live with eternal purpose. In this powerful young adult sermon from Paradigm KC, Pastor Chad teaches what it means to glorify God in everything you do—whether at work, school, or in your relationships. Learn how to stop chasing empty idols, live with Kingdom impact, and multiply your faith into the lives of others. 
A sunflower lives for just 60 days, yet in its death comes its purpose: multiplication. In the same way, followers of Jesus are called to live for something far greater than themselves. In this message, Pastor Chad unpacks the ultimate “why” behind our calling—the glory of God.
Whether you’re in Kansas City, Lee’s Summit, Johnson County, or joining online, this message will challenge you to see your life through an eternal lens. Learn why God’s glory is the centerpiece of the Bible, why we so often miss it, and how to practically live every moment—from work to worship—for His name’s sake.
📖 Key Scriptures: John 12:24-26, Isaiah 48:11, Psalm 19:1, Ephesians 1:4-6, Revelation 21:23, 1 Corinthians 10:31
🎯 You’ll Learn:
1️⃣ What God’s glory really means (Hebrew kabod, Greek doxa)
2️⃣ Why we’re prone to be “glory thieves”
3️⃣ How to give God glory in every area of life
The connection between glorifying God and enjoying Him fully
🔗 Next Steps:
1️⃣ Subscribe for more messages from Paradigm KC: [YouTube Subscribe Link]
2️⃣ Join us in-person Tuesday nights at 7PM at the Crossroads Campus
3️⃣ Follow us on Instagram @ParadigmKC for updates & encouragement
Ananias said, “Here I am, Lord.” And everything changed. 🙌
This Tuesday, Pastor Jon talked about what it really means to be a disciple — not just someone who believes, but someone who follows. 👣
A disciple gives Jesus attention, availability, and authority. And when God calls, disciples say YES — even when it’s uncomfortable.
We make the choice to:💬 Confess our fears🔥 Fight apathy🤝 Reject self-reliance🌱 Embrace the quiet work of multiplying the Gospel
The proof? Transformation. Saul went from blind to bold — from feared to faithful.
Discipleship isn’t just about knowing Jesus. It’s about becoming like Him.
Let’s be people who say, “Here I am, Lord.” 🙏
Missed last night’s message? Each week, Paradigm sermons are posted on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts! 📱
https://www.bible.com/events/49473466
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
Sacrifice isn’t something we grow out of as Christians—it’s the foundation of our faith. 🙏🏽
Last night, Pastor Chad continued our Multipliers series with a message on The Method of the Multiplier — and it all comes down to this:
1. Worship Jesus
2. Lay down your life for Him
3. Follow Him wholeheartedly
You can’t make Jesus known while trying to stay in control or clinging to things that are holding you back from the purpose God has placed inside you.
Jesus said in John 12:24 “Unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain…” 🌾
https://www.bible.com/events/49470193
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
Just like sunflowers naturally turn toward the light for life, our hearts were made to turn toward Jesus for abundant life🌻
Lastnight Pastor Chad broke down Romans 6:23 which reminds us that sin brings death—but God offers a free gift: eternal life through Jesus. No amount of good works or religion can bridge the gap… only the cross can!
You can’t earn God’s love. You can only receive it. Are you in a right relationship with God or looking for ways to earn his love? 💭
Last night we also had the opportunity to pray with our Johnson County campus leaders as they prepare to allow God to use them in new ways!
Missed last night’s message? Each week, Paradigm sermons are posted on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts! 📱
https://www.bible.com/events/49466976
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations…” (Matthew 28:19–20) 🌍
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Last night Pastor Chad kicked off a powerful new series called Multipliers, reminding us that our true purpose isn’t hidden in the world — it’s found in the Word.
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As young adults, it’s easy to chase purpose through success, image, or comfort. But Jesus has already given us our purpose: make disciples. That’s it. That’s the mission.
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🗣 Multiply wherever you go
👥 Multiply disciples of Jesus
📖 Multiply God’s Word
🔥 Multiply with God
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You were made for so much more than what the world offers. We can rest knowing that our true purpose is to spread the Word of God and make Him known to those around us, wherever God has called us!
Let’s be intentional this week: where are you going and who are you reaching?
Missed last night’s message? Each week, Paradigm sermons are posted on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts! 📱
https://www.bible.com/events/49463885
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
“Clarity of marriage brings precision in pursuit.”
Last night in our Soft Launch series, Pastor Jonathan broke down The Mission of Marriage 💍
Marriage isn’t just a milestone—it’s a mission.
✔️ God’s idea (Genesis 2)
✔️ A reflection of Christ & the Church (Ephesians 5)
✔️ A call to prepare with purpose, not pressure
So the question is: How are you preparing?
We’re praying that everyone not only learned Gods heart for marriage during the sermon, but also from the relationships panel as well 😌
See yall next week !
Missed last night’s message? Each week, Paradigm sermons are posted on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts! 📱
https://www.bible.com/events/49460643
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
Last night was a fun one — but Pastor Jonathan also got very real with us!
We continued in our dating series, Soft Launch, by identifying some of the dangers that can sneak into how we date:
💔 Dating at a distance from God – Are we dating powerlessly or power-filled?
👥 Dating without community – Who’s helping you see what you might miss?
🌍 Dating like the world – Are we compromising truth for convenience?
😶 Dating like it doesn’t matter – Because it does matter.
God has more for us — even in our relationships. Let’s date with purpose, power, and people around us.
See you next week!!
Missed last night’s message? Each week, Paradigm sermons are posted on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts! 📱
https://www.bible.com/events/49457587
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
Last night, Pastor Chad kicked off our new series “Soft Launch,” focused on dating in 2025.
He reminded us that preparing for relationships starts long before we meet someone. We need to be intentional about getting ourselves ready to date and eventually start a family.
Here’s how:
1. Grow biblically
2. Live sacrificially
3. Assume responsibility
We also need clarity on what we’re looking for—alignment in faith, family values, and a shared vision for the future.
The Bible gives us a framework for recognizing a godly spouse, especially through passages like John 29 and Proverbs 31.
We were encouraged not to rush into dating. Take time to really get to know someone—talk to their friends, observe their character, and seek God’s wisdom.
And most importantly, stay open to what the Lord may bring. Be willing to make or take the offer when the time is right.
This is about launching with purpose, not pressure.
Missed last night’s message? Each week, Paradigm sermons are posted on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts! 📱
https://www.bible.com/events/49454321
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.
Pastor Phil continued our “Rest on Us” series with a powerful and timely message on spiritual warfare.
As children of God, it’s essential that we recognize both who we are fighting against and how to prepare for the battle. Spiritual warfare is real—just as real as the physical world we live in. Every day, we are engaged in a battle that isn’t visible to the natural eye but has very real consequences.
If we don’t understand our adversary, we risk being overcome. That’s why awareness and preparation are vital. Ephesians 6:12 reminds us of the true nature of our struggle:
“For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.”
Satan is a master of deception. He knows how to plant seeds of doubt in our minds, twist the truth, and build arguments that subtly turn us away from God. His attacks often come in the form of mental and emotional warfare—aimed at discouraging us, confusing us, and making us question our identity in Christ.
But we are not powerless.
Through God’s Word, we learn to take every thought captive and make it obedient to Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5). Instead of being ruled by our feelings, we are called to stand on godly truth—truth that doesn’t shift with emotion or circumstance.
The blood of Jesus has broken the chains of sin and shame. We are no longer captives. Satan wants us to forget that—weakened, distracted, and bound by lies. But God calls us to remember who we are and to walk daily in the freedom He has already secured for us.
Missed last night’s message? Each week, Paradigm sermons are posted on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Pocket Casts! 📱
https://www.bible.com/events/49444565
Paradigm is a weekly gathering of Kansas City college and 20s-30s young adults who desire to see Jesus made known throughout the city! Want to come & see? Email us at paradigm@livingproof.co to give us a heads up so we can greet you, or just show up any Tuesday night at 7pm to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing environment, hear messages relevant to college and young professionals, and build relationships with other young adults. Subscribe to the ParadigmKC podcast and YouTube, follow us on Instagram & Facebook, find our location, and learn more at http://paradigmkc.com/.






