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Unshakeable #6 - Purpose
Join Pastor Dan Irvin as he explores 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5 to discover how Jesus Christ is the ultimate Logos—the divine purpose and meaning we're all searching for. Learn how finding your true purpose in Christ transforms ordinary moments into part of God's greater mission, sustaining you through life's challenges.
Why Living for the Weekend is No Way to Live
Will Stevens challenges the common trap of "living for the weekend" that leaves us valuing only 48 out of 168 hours each week. Discover how reframing work as meaningful co-creation with God can transform your entire approach to daily life and help you find joy in every moment.
Unshakeable #5 - Comfort
Jake Williams explores 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17 to reveal how God's election doctrine shows we're not chosen because we believe, but we believe because we're chosen—a truth that humbles our pride while offering unshakeable comfort. This powerful message challenges our achievement mindset and invites both seekers and believers to rest in God's overwhelming grace rather than their own efforts.
Does It Really Matter How the World Ends?
In this thought-provoking post, Brady Randall tackles the age-old question that keeps many believers awake at night: what will the end of the world actually look like? Through biblical insights from 2 Peter and Revelation, he reveals why the specific details of Christ's return matter far less than the urgent reality that Jesus wins—and so can you.
Unshakeable #4 - Restraint
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund unpacks 2 Thessalonians 2:5-12 to reveal how we're living in a divine "time of restraint" before ultimate deception is unleashed. Discover why God invites you to join His resistance by living with radically different values, status, and timeline than the world around you.
The Torn Veil: A Moment That Changed Everything
What was the true significance of that earth-shaking moment when Jesus died on the cross? In this powerful retelling, Dan Shields takes you inside the temple as priests witnessed the massive veil tear in two, revealing how Christ's sacrifice opened direct access to God for every believer.
Unshakeable #3 - Future
In this message from 2 Thessalonians 2:1-4, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund reveals three essential truths about Jesus' second coming that can transform your perspective on current world events and personal struggles. Discover how understanding the "day of the Lord" can give you unshakeable confidence and purposeful direction in an uncertain world.
Can I Be Sure I’m Saved?
Many Christians wrestle with the question, can I be sure I’m saved? In Can I Be Sure I’m Saved?, R.C. Sproul offers biblical guidance and practical insight for gaining confidence in your salvation. In this post, Devin Kelly shares how this short but powerful read addresses common doubts, explores the heart of true faith, and reminds us that assurance is found in Christ alone.
Unshakeable #2 - Justice
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund explores 2 Thessalonians 1:6-12 to reveal how God's unshakeable justice isn't just a future promise but a present calling for believers today. Discover how you can be an instrument of God's justice right now by living worthy of your calling and bringing His glory to your everyday situations.
Weeping in the Garden
A garden can’t grow on sunshine and rain alone. It needs a gardener—someone to pull weeds, chase pests, and water roots in dry spells. In the same way, our souls need the attentive care of the Good Gardener. In her reflective blog, Emily DeAngelo draws us through the biblical gardens of Eden, Gethsemane, and the garden tomb to show how God meets us in our weeping and tends to our weary hearts. Whether you're wrestling with sorrow or simply battling weeds, this piece is a reminder that Jesus is always at work—restoring, pruning, and preparing us for the day we walk with Him in the garden where every tear will be wiped away.
Unshakeable #1 - Confidence
In this message from 2 Thessalonians 1:1-5, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund reveals how to distinguish between false confidence based on heritage, past decisions, or religious experiences and true unshakable confidence rooted in Christ's worthiness alone. Discover the three biblical evidences of genuine faith that can give you rock-solid assurance in an uncertain world.
How We Respond to Sin: The Difference Between Godly Sorrow and Worldly Grief
Nick Hettinger explores how believers should respond to conviction and guilt over sin, distinguishing between godly sorrow that leads to repentance and worldly grief that produces spiritual death. Learn to embrace God's conviction as a gift and find freedom from shame through His faithful forgiveness.
Broken Heroes #3 - Solomon: The Trap of Happiness
In this compelling message from 1 Kings 11:1-8, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund reveals how even good things like career success, relationships, and respect become dangerous traps when they replace God as our ultimate source of satisfaction. Discover how to enjoy life's blessings without being enslaved by them, finding true freedom through worshiping the Creator rather than His gifts.
From Distance to Intimacy: Acknowledging God Daily
Bryce Vaught tackles one of faith's biggest challenges: how do we grow closer to someone we can't see? Discover three practical ways to acknowledge God in your daily life and develop the intimate relationship with Christ you were designed for.
Broken Heroes #2 - David: The Trap of Sensuality
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund explores David's devastating failure with Bathsheba in 2 Samuel 11, revealing how even those "after God's own heart" can fall into the sensuality trap that trades temporary pleasure for lasting consequences. This powerful message shows how God redeems our broken stories and offers practical steps to recognize and overcome the destructive patterns that ensnare us all.
How Discipleship Can Energize Your Spiritual Life (Part 1)
Jonathan Thiede tackles the spiritual boredom that comes from knowing about faith without truly living it, like a tennis fan who's never picked up a racket. Discover how discipleship can transform your spiritual life from passive observation to active growth through relational, goal-oriented, and transformative connections with others.
Broken Heroes #1 - Saul: The Trap of Comparison
In this message from 1 Samuel 18:5-12, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund exposes how comparison traps us in jealousy and envy—sins that Scripture warns can separate us from God's kingdom. Discover how embracing what Christ has done for us frees us from the toxic thoughts "they have it better" and "I deserve better," enabling us to receive life with joy and trust in God's provision.
True Fantasy Stories are Inherently Christian Stories
Ever wonder why fantasy stories like Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings resonate so deeply with readers across all cultures and beliefs? Tyler Thomas explores how true fantasy inherently reflects Christian themes of sacrifice, redemption, and hope, revealing that our favorite fictional worlds point us toward the greatest true story ever told.
In Jesus, There is Freedom for All
In this message from John 4:1-45, Mike Chilcoat reveals how Jesus offers the ultimate freedom through "living water" to people from all backgrounds—whether you're respected like Nicodemus or broken like the Samaritan woman. Discover how God's unearned gift of salvation is available to you right now, regardless of your past or present circumstances.
Dual Roads to Darkness: Two Ways to Death and the Single Path to Life
Jake Williams explores why the popular "two ways to live" framework might miss a crucial third path that leads people away from God—religious performance that masquerades as righteousness. Discover how the gospel offers a transformative alternative that transcends both moral rebellion and legalistic religion.