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  • Paul uses surprisingly harsh words

    May 5, 2015

    In his previous letter, Paul chose to use words like “love,” “hope,” and “peace.” But in his final letter, the apostle closed with some pretty shocking terms! On “Discover the Word” today, we’ll have an honest discussion about people who disappoint us, as we unpack Paul’s harsh words for a former friend.

  • Discover Paul’s surprising last words!

    May 4, 2015

    What would you expect the final words of the apostle Paul to be? A rousing sermon? Maybe an inspiring reflection? Join us today as we take a look at Paul’s final letter to his protege, Timothy.

  • Psalm 71, the prayer of an old man

    February 16, 2015

    When you come to the end of your life, what final message would you like to leave your children, grandchildren, or the people you leave behind? Join us as we study an old man’s prayer and the legacy he wanted to leave behind.

  • Learning to be content in who you are

    January 27, 2015

    Are you feeling a bit restless? Do you feel a lack of personal satisfaction and purpose in your life? Discover the personal satisfaction we can have when we realize our true identity.

  • What characteristics make us more like Christ?

    What characteristics make us more like Christ?

    January 23, 2015

    If you want to think, speak, and act more like Jesus, what qualities do you need to have? Galatians chapter 5 gives us the answer! Make it a point to listen to the conclusion of the fruit of the Spirit series.

  • Encouragement for when our hearts feel dormant

    Encouragement for when our hearts feel dormant

    January 22, 2015

    An experienced farmer knows there are seasons when crops flourish in the open air, and seasons when all growth happens underground. Even in our cold seasons, God is still at work, cultivating the fruits of Spirit.

  • How what is happening in our lives is evidence of the fruit of the Spirit!

    How what is happening in our lives is evidence of the fruit of the Spirit!

    January 21, 2015

    Even a bottle labeled “fruit juice” can contain a large amount of artificial fruit flavors. It proves we can be easily fooled by inferior imitations. Let’s play the part of produce inspectors and look for evidence that what is happening in our lives is 100 percent fruit of the Spirit!

  • Let’s allow God to cultivate godly restraint in our lives

    Let’s allow God to cultivate godly restraint in our lives

    January 20, 2015

    Whether it’s taking another slice of chocolate cake, or losing our temper when frustrated, self-control can be difficult to maintain. But it’s a virtue we all need! Our study of the fruit of the Spirit continues.

  • How biblical gentleness is the foundation of true strength

    How biblical gentleness is the foundation of true strength

    January 19, 2015

    By the world’s standards, gentleness is a weakness, not a virtue! We’ve been taught it’s imperative we stand up for ourselves. Discover that biblical gentleness is not a sign of being feeble—it’s the foundation of true strength! We’re talking about one of the fruits of the Spirit.

  • How can we mirror the faithfulness of God?

    How can we mirror the faithfulness of God?

    January 16, 2015

    The goal of a Christian is to act more like Jesus with every passing day. The qualities Christ exhibited, we want to exhibit as well! It’s another discussion about the fruits of the Spirit.