Sanctification & Growth

From the series: Unshaken

1 Thessalonians 4 reveals that God’s will for our lives is not just about what we do, but who we are—set apart for Him. True purpose flows from surrender to Christ, leading to a life that glorifies God, blesses others, and reflects holiness in every area, especially in love and purity.

From the series: Unveiled: A Study in Revelation

Revelation 3 highlights the way spiritual complacency and reliance on worldly comforts hinder true faith. We should be seeking humility, renewed passion for Christ, and reliance on His transformative power to align with God’s greater kingdom, beyond earthly distractions.

From the series: Romans: More than Conquerors

We get to the heart of Romans 12 and examine how we, as Christians, should respond to people and the circumstances of life. God calls us to respond differently than the world would, and through that, we bless those around us. And what is up with heaping burning coals ...?

From the series: Romans: More than Conquerors

In Romans 6, the Apostle Paul talks about the newness of life that we have through Jesus. Through His sacrifice, we have been brought from death to life and made new in Him.

From the series: Standalone Messages

As we look forward to a new year, we take some time to examine our hearts to see if there is one thing we could do to grow closer to Jesus in 2022.

From the series: Light the Dark

Delves into the significance of Jesus' prayers for believers, particularly in John 17. It emphasizes the importance of prayer in Jesus' life and teachings, highlighting how Jesus' prayers demonstrate his care and concern for his followers. Explores how Jesus, even in his final moments before his crucifixion, prioritized praying for others, showing his enduring love and commitment to his disciples.

From the series: Kingdom Come

We examine John 14 and the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. And what does it mean to be filled with the Spirit?

From the series: Kingdom Come

We look at the purpose of the law in the Old Testament.

From the series: 1 John

We continue our series on 1 John, looking at righteousness and morality.

From the series: 1 John

Join us as we continue our study in 1 John and learning how to grow as disciples of Christ.

From the series: Greater

Focuses on the theme of discipline in the Christian life. Drawing from Hebrews 12, it discusses how God's discipline is not about punishment but about nurturing and training for spiritual growth and maturity. Emphasizes the importance of seeing discipline as a positive force, shaping believers to live in accordance with God's will. It also highlights the distinction between punishment and discipline, stressing the fatherly nature of God's guidance.

From the series: Greater

Focuses on Christian maturity and the balance required in faith. It discusses how believers should not be passive ("pushovers") nor overly aggressive ("bulldozers") in their spiritual lives. Emphasizes the importance of growing in faith, understanding God's word, and applying it in a balanced way in daily life. It encourages believers to develop maturity that leads to godly living, reflecting Christ's teachings both in personal conduct and in interactions with others.

From the series: The Core

Discusses the concept of discipleship in Christianity, emphasizing its importance and roots in worship. It highlights the interconnectedness of worship, discipleship, and relationships, and how these aspects are integral to a believer's journey. It draws from biblical narratives to explain the role of discipleship in understanding and practicing faith, and underscores the need for genuine, transformational relationships with Christ.

From the series: Jesus Is Greater

Focuses on the transformation in believers' lives through Christ. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and embracing a new identity found in Christ, which leads to a life that reflects His teachings and values. Encourages a shift from old patterns to new, Christ-centered ways of living, highlighting the significant change in one's thoughts, actions, and interactions with others as a result of this new identity in Jesus.

From the series: 4 things I wish you knew about God

Discusses the transformation of identity through Christ. It emphasizes the concept of losing one's old identity and embracing a new one in God. Explores themes like discipleship, the journey of faith, and the importance of living in alignment with God's plan. It highlights the significance of Jesus's teachings and how they shape believers' lives, encouraging a deeper understanding of God's desires and the pursuit of a Christ-centered life.

From the series: FAQs

Emphasizes confidence in salvation through understanding the finished and ongoing work of Christ. It discusses the importance of a personal, relational faith over mere religious observance, stressing that true security in Christ comes from intimate, personal knowledge of Jesus and the transformation He brings into our lives.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Explores the significance of maintaining a relationship with Jesus, emphasizing the importance of repentance, walking in the light, and living a life that aligns with God's holiness. It highlights the transformative power of repentance and the necessity of continual spiritual renewal to enjoy a deep, meaningful relationship with God.

From the series: Live Free

Focuses on living out the freedom Christ offers, as discussed in Galatians. It emphasizes that believers act from God's acceptance, not for it, highlighting the Holy Spirit's role in transforming lives to reflect Christ's glory. Practical aspects include bearing one another's burdens, giving generously, and exhibiting the fruits of the Spirit in relationships and responsibilities.

From the series: Live Free

Emphasizes the importance of living by the Spirit, which produces spiritual fruit such as love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. It highlights that these qualities are evidence of the Spirit's work in believers' lives, and they cannot be produced through human effort alone.

From the series: Six Hours with Jesus

In John 15, Jesus emphasizes the importance of abiding in Him to bear fruit and thrive spiritually. Using the metaphor of the vine and branches, He illustrates that without Him, believers can do nothing. Encourages consistent, daily dependence on Jesus, like a fish living in water, to maintain spiritual vitality and produce lasting fruit. This abiding relationship leads to answered prayers, as believers' desires align with God's will.

From the series: Believe

Emphasizing that understanding God's truth leads to true worship. Explains that worship is not just a Sunday activity but a daily practice of recognizing God's glory in all aspects of life. It highlights that worship involves surrendering our entire being to God, living as a "living sacrifice," and allowing God to transform our lives.

From the series: Be Complete

Emphasizes the importance of maintaining and growing in one's relationship with Christ, likening it to a personal relationship that requires constant nourishment. It highlights the dangers of false beliefs and diluted truths infiltrating the church, using Paul's letter to the Colossians as a basis for encouraging believers to stand firm in the truth of Christ. Stresses the significance of understanding correct beliefs about Jesus and encourages the church to live out their faith in unity, love, and truth.

Isolation has been hard, yet not all of it is bad. How the practices of silence and solitude can become unexpected places of growth with God.

Forgiveness heals; unforgiveness poisons the soul. Why forgiving others is such a battle, and how Scripture helps us actually fight it.

Life can feel relentlessly busy. Ever wonder what God actually says about all that chaos? A look at the rest he wants for tired hearts.

Baptized into his death, raised to walk in new life. A devotion on Romans 6 and what it means that the old you was buried with Christ.

Holiness is not something we white-knuckle on our own. A devotion on 2 Corinthians 7:1 and partnering with the Spirit to become like Christ.

Conviction draws us back to God; condemnation drives us into hiding. Knowing the difference between them can change your whole walk with Jesus.

Paul packs Ephesians 1 into one breathless sentence about the greatness of God. A message worth preaching to yourself every single day.

What does it mean to offer yourself as a living sacrifice? A devotion on Romans 12 and being transformed by the renewing of the mind.

Fasting can feel both intriguing and confusing. A plain look at why Christians fast and how it can deepen your relationship with God.