Hearing God is something most people think is not possible or we think we're not trying hard enough to hear him. But in reality, we hear God in many different ways that aren't a loud, booming voice from heaven – we're just listening in the wrong place.

For I know the plans I have for you – it's such an uplifting verse, but the context behind it isn't as uplifting as you'd hope. Joel takes a look at the context and how we can still get a powerful, yet different, message from this verse.

Examine Yourself before communion – this verse often causes fear and makes us feel like we have to repent and be "holy" in order to take communion. The actual meaning of this verse is so much more meaningful! Join us for another week of dissecting these misunderstood verses.

Do not judge – we often take this verse as a way to tell others not to judge us. But Christians are often seen as some of the most judgemental people. We should be working on not being judgemental and instead loving everyone despite differences and disagreements.

Where two or more are gathered – it's a popular verse used for small gatherings of Christians, but that verse has more to it than what we're used to hearing. Jesus is talking about His powerful presence when we engage in restoring and building relationships. We can learn so much when looking at the context of these popular verses!

There are hundreds and hundreds of verses taken out of context in the Bible and given a new meaning than was originally intended. In this series, we're looking at the most common verses that are misunderstood. We're excited to learn a lot and look at the bible through a new lense in this series.

Loving others is so much more important than any rules or traditions. Pastor Matt Dilley brings us this powerful message about sin and changing how we engage with others and God.

Doubting is natural, but many Christians feel like it's wrong to doubt your faith and God. You're not less of a Christian because of your doubts. Many religious leaders have confessed to having doubts. It's how we handle those doubts that really matters.

We're called to live open-handed. If you move towards generosity to those in need, it will change your heart and view on the world. Generosity is more than just giving money because you feel obligated to. It's rooted in love and a desire to help those around us.

Being counter cultural looks like serving others. Jesus didn't see himself as better or more important than others. He served those around him and we're called to do the same.