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We may be naturally gifted at something or have great ideas to serve the people around us, but what is God's purpose for our lives? As a part of the body, we all play a role in the health, growth and…

There are moments in life where we find ourselves asking, "What's the point?" in angst and frustration. Rather than staying in this place, scripture leads us to a simple answer: his presence. We are …

In the early church, it was evident that the Holy Spirit was active and moving through Jesus' disciples with miracles, signs and wonders wherever they went. Why aren't we seeing this type of life tod…

In God, we are chosen by him, no matter who we are, to be a witness and play a role in his redemption of this world. However, we often ask "How do we find our purpose?" Contrary to the world, God's d…

In church culture, purity has been confined to sexual purity. However, a greater definition of purity is to be authentically oneself. As followers of Christ, it means walking in our true identities a…

As people, we prefer what is convenient, comfortable, and what can be controlled. But God’s Spirit will not be conformed to our limits, but rather the boundaries of his own nature. He is transforming…

While Jesus was on earth, he performed miracle after miracle through signs and wonders and revealed the mysteries of God. Yet, his ministry on earth was only the beginning of all he intended to accom…

Looking back on the past seven years in our church, it is evident that God has done great things amongst us. Throughout the journey, he has led us through seasons of exile and slavery into the freedo…

In the face of our fears, we are given the choice to either trust in who we know God to be or submit to an experience lesser than what he intends for us. Choosing him isn’t always easy and our decisi…

The way we perceive the world is the world we will create around us, and as human beings, our perceptions are naturally shaped by our life experiences. Although we are each entitled to our own experi…

How can we worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth? Worship isn’t just about singing songs together on a Sunday. Jesus’ invitation to worship the Father is to submit our minds to the truth of G…

How do we live like we know Jesus? James says, "Consider it pure joy whenever you face trials of many kinds...". This is only possible when we truly know Jesus, not just in concept but through first …

True fellowship with one another and with God comes when we "walk in the light". One of the ways we live in the light is through confessing the sin that is keeping us in the dark. Though daunting, it…

In John 13, Jesus gives his disciples a new command: “Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” As the groom to his church, Jesus shows us his standard by going to the cro…

Throughout Scripture, Jesus is referred to as the groom and his Church as his bride. But in today's culture, our vision of marriage is slowly eroding and it can be difficult to understand the weight …

In our modern day, churches can be known for many things: worship, preaching, production, hospitality, etc. As a church, we want to be known for our faith. God has shown us his faithfulness and he is…

When God shows us his faithfulness, we are accountable to let these experiences develop our trust and faith in him. However, our vision can often become clouded through the throws of fear, control an…

As we follow God, it can be tempting to strategize or figure out 'how' God will fulfill the promises he has given us. However, in reality, this is a burden we put on ourselves that leads to striving …

God has a heart for the lost in our city, and as his followers, we are called to be faithful witnesses to the work he has done in us. But in the face of apathy, rejection and fear, it can be tempting…

In our self-focused culture, it is tempting to indulge and overcomplicate the lies, thoughts and feelings inside of us. However, Jesus urges us to approach his Kingdom like little children — with fai…