Ephesians: The Gospel Oct 3rd 2024

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Ephesians: The Gospel Oct 3rd 2024

October 2, 2024 • Tucker McKee • Ephesians 2:1–10

Have you ever felt like you're missing the mark, like something's holding you back from truly connecting with God? In this insightful message, Tucker explores the concept of being "dead in our transgressions," explaining what that means and why it's the natural state of every human being. He doesn't sugarcoat things; he dives right into the reality of our sin nature, inherited from Adam and Eve, and how even small acts of disobedience separate us from a holy God. But don't worry, it's not all doom and gloom! This message is packed with hope, reminding us of God's immeasurable love and mercy. Discover how God, in his incredible grace, offers us a way out of our "deadness" through the free gift of salvation through Jesus Christ. This gift isn't something we can earn, it's not a reward for good behavior – it's offered to everyone, regardless of what they've done. Learn what it means to truly accept this gift, to make Jesus Lord of your life, and experience the freedom and joy of a life transformed by Christ. This episode is a powerful reminder that no matter how far from God we might feel, His grace is always within reach.

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Fighting Fair: Week 3 Confrontation November 6th 2024

November 6, 2024 • Justin Smart • Matthew 18:15–17

In a world where disagreements and misunderstandings are everywhere, Fighting Fair offers practical, biblically grounded advice for handling conflict in a way that honors God and brings peace. Each episode dives into real-life situations, exploring Jesus' teachings from Matthew 18:15-17 and beyond to give you clear steps for navigating tough conversations, managing emotions, and building stronger relationships.

Fighting Fair: Week 2 Live in Peace October 30th 2024

October 30, 2024 • Justin Smart • Romans 12

In this episode, we dive into what it means to pursue peace in a complicated world. Inspired by Romans 12:18, we explore why living in peace isn’t always easy—and why it’s still the goal. From childhood lessons on kindness to real-life struggles with forgiveness, we’ll look at how these timeless principles apply today. Whether it's with friends, family, or even strangers, discover practical steps to create peace in your relationships and reflect God’s love, even when it’s challenging. Tune in and learn how peace truly starts with one person—you!

Fighting Fair: Week 1 Reconciliation October 23rd 2024

October 23, 2024 • Justin Smart • 1 Thessalonians 2:4, 2 Corinthians 5:17–21, Colossians 1:19–20

In our latest series, Fighting Fair, we dive deep into the heart of conflict and explore how to resolve it in a way that honors God. Whether it’s a broken friendship or family tension, we all face moments when we need to make the choice to forgive. But what does real forgiveness look like? How do we work toward healing, and why is reconciliation so important? Join us as we unpack biblical truths from 2 Corinthians, Colossians, and 1 Thessalonians, learning how to navigate the challenges of relationships and experience the freedom that comes from letting go of grudges. If you’ve ever wondered how to deal with conflict in a healthy way or struggled with forgiving someone, this series is for you. Tune in to find practical steps, personal stories, and encouragement to live out God’s calling as ambassadors of reconciliation. Let’s learn how to Fight Fair.