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Hot Topics Part 7 "Gen Z and the Church"

May 28, 2023 • Michael Wright

Everything that we’ve talked about in this Hot Topics series so far is being worked through and lived out by the next generation. So, who is Gen Z? What are they like? And what can we, as the church, do to support and guide them as they become the next leaders of our world? Join us as we wrap up Hot Topics by talking about all things Gen Z.

Hot Topics Part 6 Good God?

May 21, 2023 • Jason Ewart

If God is good, why does he allow bad things to happen, especially to good people? For many people, this question is the beginning of the end of faith. Or, it’s a question that never allows faith to begin at all. If God were good, wouldn’t bad things only happen to bad people and good things would only happen to good people? So why do bad things happen? And more importantly, how can you believe in a God who lets bad things happen?

Hot Topics Part 5 Depression

May 14, 2023 • Jason Ewart

Discover valuable insights to navigate the multifaceted struggle of depression, encompassing chemical, spiritual, and emotional aspects. This video is tailored for anyone, regardless of their religious identification, who is grappling with depression. Explore a new tool to incorporate into your life, complementing existing efforts to alleviate depression and find joy. For Christians, navigating depression may pose unique challenges due to expectations of constant rejoicing. Rest assured that even faithful believers experience dark valleys. Find hope in the Bible's guidance, which offers solace and principles to cope with and overcome depression. Join us to explore these valuable resources and embark on a path towards healing.

Hot Topics Part 4 "Trans"

May 7, 2023 • Jason Ewart

Embark on a transformative journey as we tackle the challenges surrounding conversations about the Trans community within the church. In this insightful video, we address the common issue of miscommunication due to different definitions and linguistic complexities. Discover the basics of Transgender identity and delve into relevant Bible verses that shed light on this topic. Gain valuable insights from the perspectives of the Biblical authors, enabling a deeper understanding of their teachings. We also explore the relationship between the Trans community and the church, fostering open dialogue and promoting inclusivity.

Hot Topics Part 3 LGB

April 30, 2023 • Jason Ewart

Jesus wanted his church to be known by love, but love is often the last thing that a gay person experiences in the church. It takes incredible courage for a gay person to attend a conservative, Bible-based church. In this message, we’ll explore the relationship between

Hot Topics Part 2 How Did We Get Here

April 23, 2023 • Jason Ewart

Every culture has an identity formation process. It’s how we get a sense of who we are and what we value. What’s peculiar about the modern identity is how deeply it is tied to a person’s sexuality. We can trace the roots of this modern thinking back to Freud, and follow it through the sexual revolution of the 1960s through to the LGBTQIA movement today. What’s alarming is that while all cultures in history have had sexual minorities, no culture in history used sexual identity as a primary foundation in building a sense of personal identity. As a culture, we haven’t carefully considered this approach's implications. In this message, we’ll discover that although God cares deeply about your sexuality, it was never meant to be the foundation of your identity. A gospel based creates a platform that makes it safe to address the taboo topics in our lives.

Hot Topics Part 1 "A Tale of Two Kingdoms

April 16, 2023 • Jason Ewart

We’re all shaped by our culture. But Christians are to live within a counterculture. This video is the start of a 7-week series where we are going to cover topics from LGBTQ+, to same-sex marriage to why Gen Z wants nothing to do with the church. This video is to show Christians how to respond to culture and is going to show us if we are firmly rooted in our heavenly Kingdom culture, that means that the church is THE place to talk about anything. Even the stuff that makes you sweat.