Our faith is not just for the dark times, and it's not just for the best of times: it is meant to form us, shape us, and fill all of our life. We are called to lives of presence, awe, and trust in God as we walk all our days with him; this is where purpose and joy are found.

As followers of Jesus, we are called the light of the world. What does this mean? How do we live as light? How do we let our light shine before others?

In a world obsessed with position and power, Jesus calls his followers to pursue a truer greatness through radical service to God and others. Not only is Jesus our example of sacrificial service, but the gospel allows us to serve not in our own strength, but with the motivation and power of the Spirit of God.

Generosity is not born out of guilt, coercion, or compulsion; it is born out of receiving and enjoying the incredible generosity of God himself.

If we desire to truly follow Jesus, our Savior tells us plainly what is required: we are called to deny ourselves, take up our crosses, and follow him. God does not require discipline and self-denial for its own sake; it is always a call to give up the lesser that we may gain the greater.

God's intent was always to dwell with his people. The veils have been lifted, the veils have been torn... how do we respond?

We all have a desire to grow, but what does this look like in relationship with Jesus Christ?