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Grounded in Love

May 21, 2023 • Rev. Brandon Blacksten • Mark 1:9–11

We live in a world of anxiety and despair. How do we become resilient and holy (set apart) in a throw-away world of mass production? In a performance-driven world of grades and evaluations, it is possible to leave the chaos and burnout of a performance-based life and embrace the peace and freedom of a grace-based life.

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Prepare to Die

June 18, 2023 • Dr. Mark Foster • Luke 6:27–31

When we face challenges in the world, what we want is a pain-free solution, ease of life, certainty, and security. What we need, though, is meaningful work, community, and faith that God will take care of us in the ambiguity. When we trust God, love our enemies, and set aside selfish desires, we can be part of the world-changing work that Jesus is dong in the world.

Resilience Training

June 11, 2023 • Rev. Brandon Blacksten • John 15:1, John 15:4

We like to hope that in the crucial moments of our lives, we'll rise to the occasion. Unfortunately, what actually happens is that we fall to the level of our training and preparation. If we want to become more resilient, we have to train. An ancient Christian practice helps us as we train to become more resilient and more like Jesus.

Hardship + Relationship = Resilience

June 4, 2023 • Dr. Mark Foster • Acts 4:8–13

It’s tempting to think of resilience as an individual matter, but we cannot become resilient without relationships. The greater the challenges we face, the more accountability and life-giving relationships we need.