Repetition has a way of making things sound true, but what's trending isn't always entirely true.

That's what Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson dive into as they give us a sneak peek of the new sermon series, Trends vs. Truth. This five-part series looks at these popular sayings: "God Told Me," "Be You," "Love Is Love," "Who Am I to Judge?" and "Self-Care."

As is often the case when Pastor Mike and Amber get together, we learn more than we bargained for! We see how idealistic young Amber was ("I had huge dreams and didn't do any of them."); Pastor Mike's eyebrow test; how it's a compliment to call Amber a potato (seriously!); and how, according to Pastor Mike, comparison is essential.

Trends vs. Truth kicks off this Sunday, April 30.

Starting May 5, you can also request a copy of  Amber's new book, "Soul Care: Nurturing Your Spiritual Wellness," with your gift to our $155,000 Challenge Grant! Make your gift go twice as far! Visit timeofgrace.org starting May 5 to give!

Pastor Mike and Amber also mention additional resources:
- Gifted for More by Dr. Bruce Becker: https://bit.ly/41TaJQo
- Gay & God by Pastor Mike. Get a free digital download: https://bit.ly/3ODCBBO

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