Healthy relationships aren’t built on simply telling people what they want to hear. Sometimes, loving someone means telling them what they need to hear.

In Week 2 of People Problems, Pastor Jacob Dickerson looks at what Proverbs teaches us about honest friendships, godly correction, and why the right people in our lives are willing to tell us the truth—even when it hurts.

📖 “Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses.” — Proverbs 27:6

The people closest to you influence the person you're becoming.

In Week 1 of People Problems, Pastor Jacob Dickerson unpacks Proverbs 12:26 and explores how the relationships we choose shape the direction of our lives. You'll discover the difference between your Crowd, Community, and Core, and learn how to intentionally surround yourself with people who help you follow Jesus.

What are you building your life on?

In the final week of our You Have Heard It Said series, Pastor Jacob Dickerson closes with Jesus' unforgettable parable of the wise and foolish builders in Matthew 7:24-27.

Storms are inevitable. Every life will face difficulty, disappointment, and hardship. The question isn't if the storm will come—it's whether your foundation will hold when it does.

Jesus makes it clear that following Him isn't about how much you know—it's about what you do with what you know. A life built on obedience to Christ can withstand the storms that inevitably come.

Big Idea: Following Jesus isn't about what you know; it's about what you do with what you know.

Whether you're just beginning your faith journey or have followed Jesus for years, this message will challenge you to build your life on the only foundation that will never fail.

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Why is it so easy to see the faults in others but so difficult to recognize our own?

In Week 7 of our You Have Heard It Said series, Pastor Jacob Dickerson unpacks Jesus' powerful teaching in Matthew 7:1-6, where He calls us to examine our own hearts before pointing out the failures of someone else.

In a world quick to criticize, condemn, and cancel, Jesus invites us to something different: humility. Before we focus on someone else's sin, we must allow God to reveal what's happening in our own lives.

This message will challenge you to identify your blind spots, pursue personal transformation, and extend the same grace to others that Christ has shown to you.

Big Idea: Before you look at someone else's sin, take an honest look at your own.

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

What are you chasing?

In Week 6 of our You Have Heard It Said series, Pastor Jacob Dickerson explores Jesus' words in Matthew 6:19-34, where He calls us to stop living for temporary things and start pursuing what matters most.

Our priorities shape our lives. What we treasure captures our hearts. What we seek ultimately determines who we become. Jesus invites us to trade worry for trust, anxiety for peace, and earthly pursuits for an eternal purpose.

No matter what you're facing today, you'll discover that when you put God first, He faithfully provides everything you truly need.

Big Idea: What you seek shapes who you become.

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

What does genuine faith really look like?

In Week 5 of our You Have Heard It Said series, Pastor Lee Boyd challenges us to examine the motives behind our relationship with God through Jesus' teaching in Matthew 6.

It's possible to do all the right things for all the wrong reasons. Whether it's giving, praying, or serving, Jesus reminds us that God isn't impressed by outward performance—He's after a heart that seeks Him sincerely.

This message will encourage you to move beyond appearances and discover the joy of an authentic, growing relationship with Christ.

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

How do you respond when someone hurts you?

In Week 4 of our You Have Heard It Said series, Pastor Jacob Dickerson unpacks one of Jesus' most challenging commands in Matthew 5:38-48: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.

Our natural response is to get even. But Jesus invites us to something greater. Forgiveness. Grace. Love that reflects the heart of God.

The world says revenge brings satisfaction. Jesus says freedom is found in forgiveness. When we choose to love those who have wronged us, we don't just change the relationship—we become more like Christ.

Big Idea: You can't get ahead when you're trying to get even.

If you've been carrying hurt, bitterness, or resentment, this message will encourage you to take your next step toward healing and freedom.

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

What if the biggest battles in your life aren't happening around you—but inside of you?

In Week 3 of our You Have Heard It Said series, Pastor Jacob Dickerson explores Jesus' powerful teaching in Matthew 5:21-30. While the religious leaders focused on outward behavior, Jesus exposed the condition of the heart.

Anger. Lust. Bitterness. Pride. These aren't just actions to avoid—they're symptoms of something deeper. Jesus reminds us that true transformation doesn't begin with changing our behavior; it begins with surrendering our hearts to Him.

If you've ever struggled with hidden sin, internal battles, or wondered what real spiritual growth looks like, this message is for you.

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-30

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📍 Destination Community Church

Prestonsburg, Kentucky

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⏰ 9:30 AM & 11:15 AM

🌐 https://destinationcommunity.church

In a culture that measures influence by followers, platforms, and popularity, Jesus offers a radically different perspective: your influence isn't determined by your platform—it's determined by your presence.

Whether you're at home, at work, at school, or in your community, God has placed you where you are for a purpose. This message will challenge you to live a life that points others to Christ through your everyday faithfulness.

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16.

For the last eight weeks, we've discovered what God says about our identity through the book of Ephesians. We've learned:

✅ I Am Blessed

✅ I Am In Christ

✅ I Am Forgiven

✅ I Am Adopted

✅ I Am Empowered

✅ I Am Gifted

But this week, we finish with one of the most life-changing truths of all:

I AM NEW.

Following Jesus isn't just about believing differently—it's about living differently. Through Christ, God doesn't simply improve our old life; He gives us a brand-new identity and a brand-new future.

In this message, we'll discover how the Gospel transforms us from the inside out and what it looks like to leave the old life behind and step into the new life Jesus offers.