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The Discipline of Fellowship

July 20, 2025

Fellowship is the intentional practice of walking closely with other believers so we can give and receive the care, encouragement, and accountability we need to become more like Christ. In a culture that idolizes individualism, biblical fellowship reminds us that we are called not just to Jesus—but also to one another.…

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Sharing Burdens

July 20, 2025

Galatians 6:1-5 – Being part of the Body of Christ means helping one another when we make mistakes or experience challenges. Sharing burdens reveals that we understand the importance of caring for others in the Church.…

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Don’t Pour Gas on the Fire: Communicating Through Conflict in Marriage

July 18, 2025

When conflict enters a marriage, your response can either heal or harm. Don’t pour gasoline on the fire—let the Spirit guide your words toward grace, not escalation.…

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Designing with Purpose

July 17, 2025

Designing a church building isn’t just about style—it’s about purpose. As we prepare for our sanctuary and campus expansion, we’re asking how every square foot can help people encounter Jesus and connect with others.…

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Displaying Patience

July 16, 2025

Few things test us like waiting. Whether it’s delays, disappointments, or difficult people, impatience sneaks in fast. But biblical patience isn’t passive—it’s choosing peace when life doesn’t move at your pace.…

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More Than a Moment: Why Discipleship Takes a Lifetime

July 14, 2025

Discipleship is the lifelong journey between the moment God declares us holy and the day He makes us fully holy. While justification and glorification are entirely God’s work, sanctification is where He invites us to join Him in the daily pursuit of becoming more like Christ.…

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Spirit Alignment

July 13, 2025

Galatians 5:24-26 – When the Spirit fills your life, others will begin to notice. Spirit alignment requires a surrendered identity, crucified desires, steady obedience, and humble relationships.…

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Why I Go (And Why I Take Others)

July 11, 2025

We just returned from a week of gospel ministry in Central America, and the impact was undeniable. When you go—and bring others with you—you don’t just reach people there; you raise up disciples here.…

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The Psalm That Determines the Other 149

July 10, 2025

Psalm 1 isn’t just the first psalm—it’s the gatekeeper to every other one. If you don’t surround yourself with people who love God, you’ll stop worshiping Him long before you stop showing up to sing.…

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Displaying Peace

July 9, 2025

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

July 8, 2025

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

July 7, 2025

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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