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In this series “The Mix,” we are focusing on how followers of Jesus are called to get the mix right in how they live and treat others. Last week centered on the Golden Rule. Treating others the way we want to be treated can transform everything from our neighborhood to the world.... Read More →

The greatest battles you will ever face are not around you – they are within you. Scripture reveals in 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 that the weapons God has given us are not natural but spiritual, powerful enough to tear down strongholds. These strongholds are not physical barriers but... Read More →

We’re concluding our series “Doubt”—a complex topic we all wrestle with from time to time. Today we’re looking at one of the biggest reasons people doubt God, or specifically Christianity. When you think about it, most don’t have a problem with the way Jesus lived or loved; but... Read More →

Today we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, our Savior! Because of His death and resurrection, we are forgiven, sin has lost its power, and we are invited into a relationship with God. We have the promise of heaven and a living hope grounded in His presence. God is with... Read More →

We’re continuing this series on doubt, and today we consider how we sometimes create doubt ourselves—even as followers of JC. One of the biggest criticisms of the church and Christians is that they can be narrow minded, judgmental, and hypocritical, and that critique isn’t always... Read More →

Spiritual doubt is a complex topic. It’s something we all deal with from time to time. Sometimes I doubt God, but something else I struggle with is self-doubt. We doubt because we know the person others don’t see, and we hear the voices in our heads that are not always kind or... Read More →

We’re living in a time where many are coming to faith in Jesus Christ, and we celebrate that. But at the same time, some who once followed Him are stepping away. I’ve pastored long enough to walk with people through deep pain, hard questions, and real spiritual doubts. What... Read More →

“Hard Fought Hallelujah” by Brandon Lake and Jelly Roll calls us to pursue God in the midst of uncertainty, pain, and personal battles. It declares that resilient faith is developed when we choose to praise while broken, weary, and unsure. In times of trial praise does not come... Read More →

Shame is toxic, it is difficult to overcome. It is different than embarrassment which fades and makes for funny stories, but no one tells funny stories about their shame. Shame is different. It doesn’t just say, “I did something wrong.” It whispers, “There’s something wrong with... Read More →