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What is fasting? And how does practicing it bring us closer to God? Drawing from Isaiah 58, we unpack the transformative power of fasting to reset our hearts, amplify our prayers, and align us with God’s promises. Whether it may look like a Daniel fast, a partial fast, or simply skipping a meal to seek Him, join us in discovering how fasting fuels a deeper hunger for His presence and unlocks the spiritual breakthrough we need to start the year strong!

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As we step into 2025, what changes are you dreaming of for your life? As we reflect on the fresh opportunities a new year brings, Matthew 28:18-20 helps us learn that Knowing Jesus, Growing in a relationship with Him, and sharing the Good News of Jesus can guide us into deeper relationships, intentional growth, and purposeful mission. Let’s embrace the reset into this new year ahead and allow the Lord to lead us into something new this year!

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What is the meaning of Christmas? Is it receiving presents? Pastor Joel Varty tells the Christmas story as it unfolds the true hope and meaning of this time of the year. Wherever you may find yourself this Christmas season, find hope in knowing the arrival of Jesus at its core is about Him coming to help bring meaning and purpose to the world! 

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What’s the true meaning behind Christmas? The arrival and birth of Jesus demonstrate the heart of God's love towards humanity. Pastor Dennis unpacks how God’s love isn’t just a feeling but a powerful action demonstrated through serving and giving. Discover how the story of the Good Samaritan and the heart of Christmas can transform the way you love, give, and grow this holiday season.

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True joy is found beyond what happens externally around us; it is found in Jesus! In this episode, we explore how joy is a choice and a gift, filling the void in our hearts that nothing else can satisfy. Discover how staying connected to God produces lasting joy, even in life’s toughest moments, and why the joy of the Lord truly is our strength!

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Christmas promises peace, but how do we live amidst life's challenges? Pastor Dennis Varty helps us explore the peace announced at Jesus' birth, contrasting the world's pursuit of peace with the unshakable peace Jesus offers. Discover practical, biblical insights to embrace peace that surpasses understanding, even when life feels like an endless game of "Whack-a-Mole"!

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What does it mean to have a Biblical hope? While the world often ties hope to achievements, possessions, or personal efforts, we’ll see how lasting hope is found in Jesus. As we go through the weeks of Advent, Pastor Joel Varty helps us understand what this can look like in our lives as we reflect on God’s grace, authority, and faithfulness, and discover how to place our trust in Him for a hope that never fails!

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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by a task that seemed beyond your capacity? Whether at work, in relationships, or even in faith—there are opportunities to grow our capacity and align with God's greater purpose. Through personal stories, biblical insights, and practical steps, discover how to embrace the process of growth, steward what you’ve been given, and rise to the potential God sees in you!

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How do we fight through our suffering? As we wrap up our series 'Where Is god In Our Suffering?', we uncover profound truths about perseverance, humility, and trusting God's wisdom during trials. Tune in as we discuss how to embrace honesty in prayer, build strength through struggle, and find peace in the One who has overcome the world. 

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Who is surrounding you when you are going through hard times?? In the book of Job, we see Job's journey of suffering and explore the importance of having the right friends during tough times. Through Elihu’s wise intervention and God’s ultimate response, we see how suffering can deepen our faith and draw us closer to God’s goodness, reminding us to choose friends who lift us up!

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