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The War Within: Part 6, Discomfort & Indifference

Discomfort & Indifference. When we see someone we care about making bad decisions, we can confront them or hope someone else does. We often say nothing, but we should ask ourselves: are we really being kind, or are we letting fear, discomfort, or indifference keep us from what love requires?

The War Within: Part 5, Fear

Fear is a byproduct of our ability to think about what might happen in the future, and it can protect us from harm. However, living with too much fear can cause us to be self-absorbed, distracted, and overly protective. But the good news is: You don’t have to be afraid even when there’s something to be afraid of. Fear does not have to control us!

The War Within: Part 4, Anger

Anger. Could something deep inside us be the source of both war and peace? Through James, the brother of Jesus, we see a connection between wisdom and peace. How we view, handle, and channel our emotions, particularly anger, is crucial.

The War Within: Part 3, Envy

Envy causes us to compare and compete with others in an unhealthy way. It brings arrogance when we're winning and discouragement when we're not. It's like chasing after the wind. How do we stop envy from controlling us?

The War Within: Part 2, Guilt

When it comes to guilt, many of us either wallow in it by reliving the past or deny it by making excuses. Guilt causes us to be out of balance. How do we stop guilt from controlling us?

The War Within: Part 1

Fear. Anxiety. Guilt. Anger. What is the primary emotion that competes for control of your life? Today, we begin a brand new message series that deals with the emotions and voices within us that compete for control. First, let's look at the heart. 

Quit Being a Jerk in the Name of Jesus: Part 6

What do you think Jesus believes is the biggest threat to us today? It's easy to believe that the church's greatest threat comes from outside the church. Unfortunately, the church's greatest threat is from within. The good news is that Jesus never intended it to be this way. In this message, you'll discover what it means to be the church of Jesus. You'll learn that it's a movement of Jesus in our community, for our community, and for the world.   

Quit Being a Jerk in the Name of Jesus: Part 5

Have you ever felt the wonder and awe connected to what God has done in the world? Towards God's love and grace towards you? Have you lost that sense of wonder and awe? It's time to get it back. It matters!

Quit Being a Jerk in the Name of Jesus: Part 4

What we call "church" didn't begin as a place or a building. It started as a movement envisioned and launched by Jesus. Those who accepted his message were bold, confident, and courageous but were never rude. We should take note and continue to follow their example! In this message, we explore more! 

Quit Being a Jerk in the Name of Jesus: Part 3

For us as Christians, sometimes, the easiest thing to do is nothing. But we have the honor and responsibility to provide for the next generation what we wish the previous generation had provided for us. This may require us to inconvenience ourselves for something greater than ourselves because what God wants to do in and through us is a big deal!