Listen this week as Justin Cunningham, one of our 13|30 Student Directors, shares his testimony in overcoming addiction. We all have struggles, but according to Hebrews 4:15, we do not have a High Priest who is unable to sympathize with us. He reminds us that freedom doesn't come from focusing on sin or striving, but simply by choosing Him, surrendering, and setting our eyes on Him. Whatever area you find yourself longing for freedom in, it's available for you, and He is ready to take you by the hand! 

Don't miss the last episode in the Brotherly Kindness series with Candy and her daughter Madi. One of the most quickly and easy identifying characteristics of a believer is that of true kindness. It's being empathetic, celebrating others, not comparing difficulties, listening, and being kind in all circumstances. Madi challenges us to remember that if one of the last things Jesus prayed was for unity amongst believers, expressed through brotherly kindness ... then it should be a big deal to us! Listen and be encouraged and challenged to look beyond the distractions and refocus on our ultimate goal and purpose - to make Jesus known! 

Join my good friend, Meagan Brown, and I as we talk about the difference between being "nice" and being "kind" and how that plays out in our day to day lives! True Biblical kindness leads to us to action, which ultimately allows for the demonstration of the Gospel!!

This month, we begin a series on "Brotherly Kindness!" My dear friend, Chonda Brent and I discuss the difference between being "nice" and being "kind" and how that plays out in our relationships. Hear how Chonda's application of kindness through honest, yet sometimes difficult conversations, has resulted in some of her greatest friendships.

Have you ever found yourself stuck feeling offended at people or at God? The word "offense," actually means, "bait-stick." It's a trap of the enemy that leads to un-forgiveness and bitterness. In a culture that is offended about anything and everything, it's vital as believers that we guard our heart diligently. This week, Jake challenges us to release offenses and walk in forgiveness with others, ourselves, and toward God to ultimately walk in complete freedom! 

Candy wraps up this series talking about the Apostle Paul. There are few found in the Word with such a radical transformation than that of Paul! From being blinded spiritually, physically, and bound to a religious spirit; to leading the charge as one of the most profound leaders and evangelists in the New Testament. There is truly not one outside the reach of Christ and His transformative power!

Let these truths sink deep and run free into all Christ made you to be! Whom the Son sets free is free indeed!! 

In part 3 of the series, Candy addresses the issue of shame and its attempt to keep us trapped in isolation and bondage. His Word says, "confess your sins one to another so that you may be healed." He has already forgiven us, but our sinful choices result in wounds requiring His healing touch. According to scripture, that healing is found in confessing in the company of trusted believers. 

The enemy preys on those who are isolated and he uses shame as his sheepdog. Don't fall in his trap! His Word says the accuser of the brethren has been cast down! We overcome when we take hold of the authority found in His sacrificial blood and testify of what He has delivered us from! Rise up today and come out of the shadows of shame into the light of His freedom!

This week, we look at the life of Jonah as we continue the, "No Longer Bound" series. When we don’t quickly obey we force the lord to turn the heat up and put the pressure on. Could it be our discomfort is the result of His grace to draw us into freedom? He is in it to restore and see us free, to see us to accomplish what he’s called us to! Don't resist Him, when He asks, "do you want to be well?" be ready to respond with an emphatic, "yes!" 

This week, my dear friends, Brian and Julie Sims share the ins and outs of raising Godly children, learning to truly love people, and establishing the standard of "Godliness" as a family in both the big and small. Their story is one of true faith!

This month we are focusing on the topic of Freedom. The truth is, as believers, we have already been set free by the blood of Jesus! We have the choice of whether we receive it and walk in it! Are you battling depression, anxiety, feeling paralyzed by fear? Then this is for you! There is freedom for you today, the opportunity to truly walk and live, "no longer bound!"