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.
Read MoreOur 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreAs 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.
Read MoreThe 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!
Read MoreDeep 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.
Read MoreWhat 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.
Read MoreAs 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.
Read MoreSometimes the presence of God can look very different than what we’re used to. But just because it might make us uncomfortable at times, doesn’t mean it’s not good.
Read MoreThe Christian life often requires us to believe before we see. But how do we do that when we’re so accustomed to basing our decisions on the evidence we can see and measure? Thomas’ encounter with the risen Jesus helps us learn to believe before we see.
Read MoreWhen life is overwhelming, and we feel like we’re sinking instead of swimming, we need to get up to higher ground and get God’s perspective. Lauren takes a look at a passage in Isaiah that speaks about God’s redemptive work in our lives in this season.
Read MoreThe Bible instructs us to pray at all times, but what does that really look like? Is a lifestyle of prayer actually possible for all believers? There are some practical tools that can help us grow in our ability to pray with confidence and consistency.
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