Displaying Peace
Peace isn’t found in a quiet room or a perfect plan—it’s found in a person. Jesus doesn’t just offer peace; He is peace. And when everything around you falls apart, His peace can hold you together.…
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Why You Should Preach Through Galatians
Preaching through Galatians has stretched me as a pastor and deepened our church’s grasp of the gospel. It’s a bold, Spirit-filled letter that repeats the same truth in different ways—and the challenge has been keeping that message clear, compelling, and fresh each week.…
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What God Knows vs. What People See
Worship leaders must align their public reputation with their private character, striving for holiness beyond the stage. If who people think you are doesn’t match who God knows you are, you’re not leading with integrity—you’re just performing.…
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Some Things Aren’t Meant to Be Tied Down
One Fourth of July at a friend’s house, I tied a rope to a bottle rocket and staked it to the ground—just to see what would happen. It turns out, trying to control something meant to launch is a great way to get burned.…
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Margin (Not a Monument)
Rocky Creek isn’t building for comfort—we’re making room for people to encounter Jesus. As we launch the M2 initiative, we’re choosing to move forward with faith that is cautious but not timid.…
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Displaying Joy
Joy isn’t the same as happiness. It doesn’t depend on how your day is going or how people treat you. It’s deeper than that. Jesus had joy even as He faced the cross—and He offers that same kind of joy to us.…
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Don’t Settle for a Mint When You Need a Meal
You’re growing up—but are you growing deeper? Discover the one habit that could change your life more than any growth spurt ever could.…
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Patience, Kindness, and Goodness
Galatians 5:22 – A life transformed by the Spirit ought to be noticeable. Christians should interact with others by portraying patience, kindness, and goodness.…
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Ridgecrest Fuge 2025 (Into the Light)
This week at FUGE Ridgecrest, we witnessed students encounter Jesus in real, personal ways. From deep conversations to bold decisions, God moved—and we’re not going home the same.…
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Waiting Well
Waiting on God isn’t passive; it’s an act of faith. If you’re stuck in a season of delay or uncertainty, you’re not alone. Scripture is full of people who waited—and saw God's faithfulness on the other side.…
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Displaying Love
Real love isn’t just about feelings—it’s about sacrifice. In a world that often chooses self over others, Jesus showed us a better way. He loved by serving, by giving, and by laying down His life. That’s the kind of love we’re called to show every day.…
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Both/And (Our Vision to Mobilize & Maximize)
Our church's Mobilize and Maximize vision is not about choosing between expanding our campus or planting churches—it’s about doing both. As we grow at home and help plant and replant other churches, we’re committed to reaching more people through a unified, multiplying effort.…
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