In the middle of Advent—with Christmas just days away—we pause instead of rushing on. This contemplative service invites you to be still and make space for God to minister to your heart. Through silence, prayer, and the ancient practice of Lectio Divina, we reflect on Isaiah 9:6–7 and open ourselves to the presence of Christ: our Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.

A gentle, guided time of reflection to slow down, listen deeply, and prepare our hearts—not just for Christmas Day, but for Christ’s work within us here and now.

Antioch SheffieldDecember 14, 2025Antioch SheffieldLauren Roberts

God's Process of Joy

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been diving into the Practice of Celebration— but what if joy doesn’t come easily? What if you want to celebrate but feel emotionally disconnected - or simply tired? On Sunday, Lauren shared her journey of learning to feel joy again—how God brought healing, restored joy, and taught her to laugh again.

New Years Service 2025

On Sunday, we acknowledged the transition into the new year by giving God an opportunity to speak into our lives as we looked back at 2024 and sought His guidance and counsel for 2025.

New YearAntioch SheffieldJanuary 12, 2025Antioch SheffieldTodd Roberts, Lauren Roberts

Finding God's Will in the Waiting

Sometimes finding God’s will can involve a lot of waiting. This is difficult for us because nobody likes to wait. So what can we do — and what is God doing in us while we are waiting for Him to reveal His will for our lives?

Encountering God in Solitude

The ultimate goal of solitude is encountering God. Sometimes that happens easily. But sometimes our encounter looks more like a wrestling match, where we bring to Him the questions, doubts, and painful disappointments with Him that hide in the shadows of our hearts. But the story of Jacob shows us that if we are willing to wrestle through these painful places, we will discover a renewed trust and a deeper intimacy with God than ever before.

The Practice of SolitudeAntioch SheffieldNovember 19, 2023Antioch SheffieldLauren Roberts

Isaiah: Encountering God in the Throne Room

Our culture encourages us to pursue our dreams and follow our heart. But when Isaiah encountered God, he was given the opportunity to set aside his own agenda in order to respond to God’s invitation for his life. On Sunday, Lauren explored what it means to surrender our own agenda for our lives and follow God into His calling for our lives.

God EncountersAntioch SheffieldAugust 6, 2023Antioch SheffieldLauren Roberts

Diving Deep Into The Holy Spirit

The gift of the Spirit means that God has come to dwell in our hearts permanently. But if God dwells in us, why isn’t it more of a tangible reality in our lives? Lauren shares with us some practical tools for learning to connect with the Holy Spirit in day-to-day life.

Why on earth should I fast?

As we begin the season of Lent, it’s not uncommon to hear someone talk about some indulgence they’re “giving up for Lent.” But why is fasting a part of Lent? What is it meant to accomplish in our hearts? Lauren shares how God uses the practice of fasting to draw us closer to Himself.

FastingAntioch SheffieldFebruary 26, 2023Antioch SheffieldLauren Roberts

An Interview with Todd and Lauren Roberts

The Roberts are back! Yesterday, our Lead Pastors Todd and Lauren shared their experiences from their Sabbatical — how they experienced Jesus in fresh ways through the practice of solitude, as well as receiving the peace of God in places of anxiety. If you need a greater experience of God’s rest and peace, be sure to give this a listen!

Antioch SheffieldFebruary 12, 2023Antioch SheffieldTodd Roberts, Lauren Roberts

Being Filled with God's Love

Deep down, we're all looking for love. That's because our souls were created to be filled with the love of God. It is the fuel our hearts need. But how do we experience and receive God's love? Lauren continues our "Storing Up Oil" Series.

Storing Up OilAntioch SheffieldMay 22, 2022Antioch SheffieldLauren Roberts

Defying our Expectations: Welcoming Jesus with Fresh Eyes

What happens when Jesus shows up in our lives in a different way than we were expecting? When He intentionally defies our expectations and invites us into a different journey? Lauren looks at Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem in our fun-filled Palm Sunday service.

Palm SundayAntioch SheffieldApril 14, 2022Antioch SheffieldLauren Roberts

The Practice of Prayer

As disciples of Jesus, we’re learning to live the way Jesus lived. Since prayer was one of Jesus’ daily habits, it should become one of our habits as well. But learning how to pray can be a struggle, so Lauren highlights 5 different approaches to help strengthen your prayer life.

DiscipleGuest SpeakerOctober 17, 2021Antioch SheffieldLauren Roberts

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