Join us as we explore a thought-provoking question: what if, at any point in his ministry, Jesus had said, "I won't take up my cross?" And, as we explore our own thoughts, what happens when we say that we will not follow his example.

Join us for Part 3 of our Series: Take Up Your Cross. Today we talk about losing a life to find it.

What do you fear the most? An even better question: "what is more important to you than your fear?" Jesus wants us to fear ONLY God. We shouldn't concern ourselves with the things that could harm our body, knowing our attention and focus should be on the only one who can do anything about our soul.

Join us as Stephen Pattison discusses another facet of the phrase: "take up your cross?" When one is faced with suffering, he or she may respond with incredulity. "That's not what I signed up for, is it?"

Whoa! Let's not talk about mothers. Well, we did it. We don't REALLY want you to hate your mom. Jesus said in order to be his disciple you have to put Him first. In fact, in comparison with your love for Him, it should look like everything else is worthless. It should look like you hate your mom, dad, family, even yourself when you put it up against your love for God.

Jesus asked one of his followers, Peter, a question more than once. He said, "Do you love me more than THESE?" Join us this week as Vern Huber discusses what "THESE" could mean. Are you putting Jesus Christ first in your life?

We are continuing our "Will You?" series. Join Doc as he discusses Jesus and the rich young ruler. This pious man came to Jesus seeking his next steps. Jesus gave him a task that the man didn't feel he could accomplish. Sell all he had? Give it to the poor and follow? The price was just too steep.

We want to be followers of Jesus. Jesus tells us to prioritize Him above all. Get rid of the excuses. Put Jesus FIRST. Join Doc as he speaks about what it takes to follow Jesus - denying ourselves.

Dr. Stephen Pattison speaks about taking up your cross and following Jesus. He was a Messiah that defied the expectations of the people in his day. And following him may require something different that you might expect. Listen as Doc lays out a vision for our messages that will extend over the next four months.

This is the final message of the Practical Atheist series. Doc speaks on believing in God, but not really trusting him.