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In the Father

June 23, 2024 • Tyler Gorsline • John 17

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“The Father’s love is an all-encompassing embrace that creates unity amid diversity and draws us into the one family of God.” - Brennan Manning

We must seek healing of our relational wounds, if we want to be as spiritually united “as we are” in the One Body of Christ.

If we don't let God work on our inner life and trust structures, then our outer life will be one of defensive combativeness and disunity.

In Our Worship

August 4, 2024 • Chris Griffith

Pastor Chris Griffith explores the theme of unity within the church, particularly in the face of societal divisions and diverse opinions. It starts by highlighting the current climate of division and contrasts it with the idea of the church as a place of unity, as envisioned by God. His message emphasizes that true unity goes beyond superficial slogans or labels; it involves genuine connection and harmony. The text uses the metaphor of musical harmony—different notes coming together to create a pleasing chord—to illustrate this concept. It concludes by underscoring that unity in worship should transcend differences and be rooted in a shared faith in Christ, rather than external distinctions.

In the Battle

July 28, 2024 • Brice Herrick • John 17:20–21, Ephesians 6:10–13

Brice dives into spiritual warfare, emphasizing the reality of a spiritual battle that Christians face, highlighting the importance of unity and the need to "put on the full armor of God" to stand against evil forces. This message explores various reactions people have towards spiritual warfare, ranging from excitement and skepticism to fear and anger. It stresses the importance of understanding biblical spiritual warfare, the enemy's strategies to divide and deceive, and how Christ helps believers overcome these challenges. The message concludes by encouraging believers to strengthen their commitment to truth, allegiance to Christ, and reliance on His power.

In the Body

July 21, 2024 • Shane Krumm • Ephesians 4:1–3

In the church, we often divide via our pleasures. We live in spite of one another because our lives are often defined by trying to “live the dream” in the eyes of others. Self-protective fears of not being happy enough lead us to chose ourselves over others. Instead, we are called to re-unite in the body of Christ. In needing and giving ourselves to one another to grow. Bearing with one another to remember that we only have true faith when it is shared. That we can unite with others under a shared mission, telos, and humility. Being restored a life worthy of th calling we have received. Becoming defined by our shared glorious identity in the Body more than simply our personalities as individuals seeking pleasure at all costs to community.