When we choose to fight our battles on our knees, we surrender control and invite God to do what only he can do.

Whatever picture we have of God isn’t enough.

When we see God for who he is, we’re able to trust him even deeper.

Our trials, temptations, and tension shape us—and they have a way of revealing who or what we’re truly depending on.

James opens his letter to suffering believers with a bold challenge: “Consider it pure joy when you face trials.” In a comfort-obsessed world, that sounds outrageous—but James insists that trials grow perseverance, and perseverance matures us. Instead of seeking escape, we’re called to let the tension shape us and ask God for wisdom, not just relief. Real wisdom leads to peace, humility, and growth, even when life feels unfair. Often, the breakthrough we want around us starts with a change within us. Discomfort may be painful—but it’s also where God does His deepest and most transformative work.

In a world that constantly pushes us toward comfort, convenience, and the path of least resistance, Jesus invites us into something deeper—something harder. But what if the hard path is actually the best one? What if growth, purpose, and true joy are found not in avoiding struggle, but in embracing it?

In this message, we’ll explore what it means to choose hard—to intentionally walk the narrow road of faith, obedience, and sacrifice. Joel Thomas presents a message to help us discover that choosing hard isn't about being reckless—it's about being courageous. And it’s often the very place where God does His greatest work in us.

In Do Not Disturb: Part 3, we continue our exploration of spiritual practices that cultivate sustainable life rhythms. In this message, Matt Noblitt delves into the transformative power of pursuing and embodying healthy community—highlighting the deep richness that emerges when we allow ourselves to be supported by others and, in turn, offer ourselves in support of those around us.

We often operate under the assumption that more is always better. However, through the practice of fasting, we can begin to retrain our desires, create the necessary margin to appreciate the value of space, and slow down enough to realize that true abundance often comes from placing our trust in God—especially through rest.

Drawing from the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10:38–42, Matt Noblitt explores the vital role of spiritual practices in our lives and demonstrates how they can be meaningfully integrated into even the busiest of schedules, despite the many distractions we face.

God doesn’t size you up and write you off—and neither should you. In God's eyes, you're invited to move forward, not remain stuck in the past.