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Jesus is God - 1 John 1:1-4

Welcome to week 1 of our sermon series on 1st John. This week, we dive deep into the powerful opening of 1 John 1:1-4, where the Apostle John introduces the core of our Christian faith—the Incarnation: God became flesh in the person of Jesus Christ.

In a world full of differing opinions, religious divides, and cultural confusion, John’s letter calls us to return to the essential truth that defines Christianity: Jesus is God, in the flesh. We explore the significance of Jesus' divinity, His role in creation, and how His life, death, and resurrection offer us the gift of eternal life.

As we navigate the divisions within the church and the world, we answer three vital questions:

1. What is doctrinally essential for Christian faith and identity?
2. Does Christian faith require Christian conduct to be valid?
3. Is love the most important value?

Join us as we unpack the Incarnation and its implications for how we live out our faith. Whether you're exploring Christianity or seeking to deepen your understanding, this series will guide you in strengthening your relationship with Jesus and navigating the complexities of the modern world with His truth.

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The Shadow of Apathy - Fighting Shadows

Too many men have chosen apathy. They refuse to fight, and they are doing nothing. In the meantime, their marriages and family are starving, their relationships are falling apart, and this evil world is more than willing to fill your silence with their destructive voices to lead your families astray while you sit back and do nothing.

You’re not a man…

Because you declare yourself to be.

Because of your biology.

You’re a man because you boldly stand up against the enemy and declare loudly, “As for me and my house we will serve the Lord!”

Join us for the final sermon in our series, Fighting Shadows, as we learn to fight apathy with boldness.

The Shadow of Futility - Fighting Shadows

Fighting Shadows: Overcoming Futility and Finding Purpose

In this powerful and personal reflection, I share the struggle of feeling like what we do is meaningless, even after hard work and success. In the midst of the rat race, we can lose sight of our true calling and fall into the trap of futility—feeling empty and wondering if anything we do really matters.

But there's hope! In this video, I discuss how I’ve battled feelings of worthlessness and came to realize that success isn't the ultimate goal. Instead, it’s about finding significance through purpose. It’s about chasing a deeper calling that brings lasting impact, not just short-term achievement. I dive into the difference between success and significance and challenge you to ask yourself: Are you living for success or for something greater?

Join me as I explore:

- How to break free from feelings of futility

- The importance of understanding your true calling

- Why significance, not success, leads to fulfillment

- The importance of finishing well and living with purpose

This video is for anyone who feels stuck, questioning their purpose, or seeking to find deeper meaning in their work and life. It’s never too late to live for significance, not success.

The Shadow of Ambition - Fighting Shadows

When does Godly ambition turn into selfish ambition? How do you know when you are being driven by selfish desires or by His will?

Pastor Bob tackles what it means to fight the shadow of ambition as men of God!

The Shadow of Shame - Fighting Shadows

The experience of shame is universal.  We have all felt it. We all struggle with it in some way. Shame is one of the most painful emotions we can experience. Shame takes you backward when God is trying to move you forward.

Join us as we learn what it takes to combat shame in week 4 of our series, Fighting Shadows!

The Shadow of Loneliness - Fighting Shadows

Overtime, men get busy, distracted, and even focused on our responsibilities or jobs. And because of this, we get disconnected from the life-giving connections we need as men – deep friendships and accountability that are necessary. This leads to the shadow of loneliness.

And how do we fight loneliness? With community.

The Shadow of Despair - Fighting Shadows

This week, we tackle the first lie that keeps men from being fully alive - the shadow of despair. Pastor J tells us that in order to understand hope, the way to defeat despair, we must understand the true story of the Gospel.

The Eclipse - Fighting Shadows

Too many men today feel frustrated, adrift, paralyzed, and confused. Challenges abound. We are confused on how to define manhood in our culture today and many men are accused of toxic masculinity or propagating the patriarchy. How can Christian men find a healthy and purpose-filled vision of what it means to be a man?

Join us as we uncover the seven lies that keep men from becoming fully alive: despair, shame, lust, ambition, futility, and apathy. These are struggles many women wrestle with as well so there is something for everyone. Invite your neighbors and friends. This is a series we all need to hear.

Where to Draw the Line - Love Misguided

In the conclusion of our series, Love Misguided, Pastor Bob asks the question: what is essential in helping our loved ones fight their life-controlling problem?

The answer: tell the truth.

What is Enabling? - Love Misguided

Pastor Bob helps us define enabling, and how we can avoid it when trying to help our loved ones fight a life-controlling problem!