Posts Tagged ‘discipleship’
How to Access God’s Strength
Real talk—life isn’t easy. We all face days when the weight of our circumstances feels like too much to carry. But here’s the good news: God’s strength is not just a vague hope or a distant possibility. It’s a promise—one that’s meant to be received, not just admired from afar. Throughout Scripture, God’s reputation is…
Read MoreMeditation is the Key to a Flourishing Life
The Secret to a Flourishing Life is Meditating on Scripture If you could choose one daily habit that would transform the direction of your life, what would it be? Psalm 1 offers a surprising answer: meditate on God’s Word, day and night. In a world obsessed with quick fixes and instant results, this ancient wisdom…
Read MoreWomen’s Leadership in the Church Isn’t Optional
Why Women’s Leadership in the Church Isn’t Optional—It’s Biblical: Lessons from Romans 16 When we talk about the future of the Church, we often dream big: reaching new people, transforming communities, and seeing lives changed by the gospel. But if we want to see the Church thrive as God intended, we must look back to…
Read MoreModeling Christ for the Next Generation
Why Discipleship Starts at Home One of the biggest challenges facing families and churches today is the misconception that discipling children is primarily the church’s responsibility. Many parents think, “If I just get my kids to church, the pastors will take care of their spiritual growth.” However, the reality shows that the church’s time with…
Read MoreHow to Honor God and Government
If you’ve ever felt the tension between respecting governing authorities and living out your allegiance to King Jesus, you’re not alone. We live in some of the most politically charged and polarizing environments. As Christ-followers, we’re called to uniquely be of two worlds simultaneously. Like a spiritual amphibian, we are both citizens of earth and…
Read MoreSlow Down to Hear Christ’s Voice: God Still Speaks!
Nothing is worse in a conversation than talking to someone who gives you the silent treatment in return. If you’ve ever felt like God is silent, you’re not alone. I get it. Life is loud, our schedules are packed, and the world has a way of crowding out the quiet. What if we are crowding…
Read MoreThe Fruit of the Holy Spirit
Sermon Notes The Fruit of the Holy Spirit Many of us get excited by the notion of the Holy Spirit bringing more of the presence and character of Jesus into our lives, and yet, we sense the disconnect and the conflict. Listen in as we talk about how to live in the Spirit and experience…
Read MoreThe Gifts of the Holy Spirit
Sermon Notes The Gifts of the Holy Spirit It’s easy to recognize the ways in which we all have innate talents, but did you know that you are not just talented, you are spiritually gifted? Lean in as we talk about the Holy Spirit-empowered gifts we are given to benefit the communities around us! Tierrasanta…
Read MoreThe Power of the Holy Spirit
Sermon Notes The Power of the Holy Spirit Have you ever had a time when you had to live with a roommate? Maybe it was during college or during a part of your early adulthood or some other circumstances. When you live with a roommate it is like living with a stranger. Many of us…
Read More“God, Just Tell Me What to Do Next!”
“When the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all the truth.” – Jesus (John 16:13, CSB) In the midst of giving his disciples some final words of encouragement before the events of the cross, Jesus spent some time talking about the coming of the Holy Spirit (see John chapters 14 through 16).…
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