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Made to Flourish #5 - Spirituality
In this message from Genesis 1:26-28, Pastor Bryce Vaught reveals how we can truly flourish spiritually in three essential ways: by grounding our lives in God's truth, growing in unwavering trust, and cultivating authentic community with others. Discover how to break free from the lies that hold you back and step into the abundant spiritual life God designed you to live.
Made to Flourish #4 - Money
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund explores Jesus' teaching in Matthew 6:19-24 about money's spiritual power, revealing how our treasure leads our heart rather than the reverse. Discover how to avoid the seven spiritual dangers of money and unlock God's blessing through faithful stewardship that creates opportunity rather than bondage.
Made to Flourish #3 - Family
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund examines Ephesians 6:1-4 to reveal God's design for family, emphasizing that parents are called primarily to nurture their children's spiritual well-being rather than merely pursuing worldly success. This message reminds us that while we should balance encouragement with admonishment in raising children, God offers abundant mercy and peace even when—like the perfect Father whose children sometimes rebel—we don't get everything right.
Made to Flourish #2 - Marriage
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund explores Genesis 1-2 and Jesus' teaching in Mark 10 to reveal how God designed marriage as a picture of Christ's relationship with the church, showing that even imperfect relationships can flourish when we understand this profound mystery. Whether you're single, married, or struggling in your relationship, discover how God's perfect love through Jesus transforms our ability to love others and gives us hope that transcends our earthly circumstances.
Made to Flourish #1 - Work
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund begins a new message series called Made to Flourish. He explores Genesis 1-2 to reveal God's original design for work as a pre-fall mandate, showing that our value comes from being created in God's image rather than from our productivity. This powerful message challenges our culture's tendency to define ourselves by our careers, inviting us to embrace both meaningful work and sacred rest as God intended, finding true flourishing in the balance He established from creation.