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You are becoming what you behold. In Philippians 4:8–9, we’re called to a life shaped by truth, excellence, and Christ-centered focus. This message reveals the transformative power of imitating Jesus, as seen in Philippians 2:5–8—His humility, His obedience, and His sacrifice. Step into a deeper faith where the gospel reshapes your heart, forms your character, and leads you into lasting spiritual maturity.

God has the power to do what He promises, and that changes everything.

This message looks at Romans 4:13-25

As a result of how great Jesus is, what will we do about it? The apostle Paul finishes Colossians 1 addressing this very thing.

How should we remain grounded in life? This passage in Colossians helps, and it's the center of today's message.

Colossians 1:15–20 reveals a breathtaking vision of Jesus Christ—preeminent over all creation, fully God, and the one in whom all things hold together. This message calls us to lift our eyes beyond a small view of faith and behold the majesty of Christ in His fullness. When we truly see Him as He is, our hearts are awakened, our priorities are realigned, and our lives begin to reflect His glory.

This is more than theology—it is an invitation into transformation. Through the gospel, Jesus reconciles all things to Himself, making peace through His sacrifice on the cross. As we embrace this truth, we are drawn into deeper spiritual maturity, living with purpose, surrender, and devotion. When Christ takes first place in our lives, everything changes—our faith grows, our community strengthens, and our lives begin to reflect the beauty of who He is.

What keeps your faith steady when life feels uncertain? In this message from Colossians 1, we explore how staying rooted in Christ leads to real spiritual growth and lasting strength. Discover how to remain grounded in truth, grow in maturity, and live out a faith that isn’t easily shaken.

The strength of your faith is revealed in how you love others. In this Colossians 1 message, we’re equipped to live out the “one another” commands—pursuing unity, extending grace, and building each other up. Step into a deeper, more connected Christian life that reflects Jesus and impacts those around you.

What are you doing, and what can you do, to help God’s kingdom grow?

Have you ever felt the pressure to "make" things happen in your spiritual life or your ministry? In this third installment of our Colossians 1 study, we look at the beautiful economy of spiritual growth. Using the analogy of a leaning tree in a backyard, we explore our role as "co-workers" with God. 

We dive into the "Word of Truth"—the Gospel—and discover that its power doesn't depend on our perfection or professional training. Just like Epaphras, an ordinary guy who changed his community by simply sharing what he heard, we are all called to be "preachers" in our own mission fields. 

Key Takeaways:

The Role of the Arborist: Why we are called to plant and water, but must leave the growth to God. 

The Gospel Defined: A clear look at the "Good News"—that Jesus lived, died, and rose again to make us right with God. 

Ordinary People, Extraordinary Message: How "unschooled" fishermen and ordinary servants like Epaphras became the catalysts for the Gospel flourishing. 

Your Daily Mission Field: Identifying the "captive audiences" in your workplace, school, and home that are waiting for a message of hope. 

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-9, 1 Corinthians 3:3-9, Matthew 24:14

We live in a world driven by "word of mouth." From Netflix shows to 90s fads like Furbies, we trust the recommendations of people we know far more than paid advertisements. But how does this translate to our faith? 

In this second part of our journey through Colossians 1, we explore the power of "hearing" the gospel. Paul celebrates the church in Colossae not because of a marketing campaign, but because their faith and love were so evident that people couldn't stop talking about them. Join us as we discuss our shared calling to be "preachers"—not just from a pulpit, but through our lives, attitudes, and love for one another. 

Key Takeaways:

The Power of Invitation: Why 88% of people would attend a gathering if simply invited by a friend, yet so few of us make the ask. 

Identity Beyond the Slur: How the term "Christian" started as a slang insult and what it means to truly live as a "Little Christ" today. 

Beautiful Feet: Moving beyond physical appearances to see the beauty of those who carry hope, peace, and grace into broken places. 

Mining the Depths: Why "cherry-picking" verses isn't enough and why we are committed to diving deep into the full context of Scripture. 

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-9, Romans 10:14-15

Does God only use "perfect" people, or is there room for the rest of us? In this episode, we begin a new eight-week journey through the book of Colossians, starting with the powerful greeting in chapter one.

We dive into what it truly means to be a "holy one" (a saint) and a "faithful" brother or sister in Christ. Even in a city like Colossae—which was shrinking in importance and size compared to its neighbors—God was doing something eternal. Join us as we explore how the grace and peace of Jesus can transform your identity and your daily walk.

Key Takeaways:

The Identity of a Saint: Discover why "holy" doesn't mean "sinless," but rather "set apart" for God’s specific purposes.

Faithfulness in the Quiet Places: Why the small, often-overlooked church in Colossae serves as a powerful reminder that God works in the mundane and the "shrinking" areas of our lives.

Grace vs. Mercy: A breakdown of why grace is the gift we don't deserve, while mercy is the judgment God withholds.