Encounter Community Church

Why is it that we struggle so much with keeping resolutions? Maybe the problem is not the resolution but the motivation behind it. This week, Ken examines the not so hidden secret that may help us to make our resolutions a reality. Correction: Acts 5:22-23 is actually Galatians 5:22-23.

As we say goodbye and maybe even good riddance to 2020, can we make the mistake going into 2021? Is there more to a better life than the flip of the calendar? How do we become a better us in 2021?

Have things been so hard that you decided to give up or walk away? A popular Christmas carol is, "Mary, did you know?" It is a powerful reminder of the person Jesus would go on to become. However, Jesus did have a stepdad...Joseph. Joseph serves as a symbol of hope restored to someone who has given up.

Has Christmas lost its wonder? 2020 has been a challenging year to say the least. We have been confronted by so many hardships, trials, and difficulties that we can lose sight of the possibilities. Langston Hughes once asked, "What happens to a dream deferred?" Let's end 2020 by taking back the dream of what could be.

It's one thing to be grateful when you reflect on what you have. It's another thing to be grateful when you can see the solution coming. But, how do you keep your gratitude when there is no solution? How do stay thankful when everything seems to be falling apart and the world's turned against you?

The numbers for Covid are off the charts and getting worse. We're looking at more restrictions and shutdowns coming back. What is the secret to get through these worsening times and still holding on to your sanity?

Thanksgiving 2020 will not be what we wanted it to be. How do we hold on to the heart of the season and not let Covid steal our joy?

Ken invites you to listen in on his personal journey of self-forgiveness. Sometimes, we have the most difficult time forgiving ourselves. Ken shares key concepts that helped him.

Have you ever had a prayer go unanswered? Depending on the weight of the unanswered prayer, you can develop an anger towards God, maybe even a grudge. How do we process that pain and start to heal?

Our special guest,Stan Simmons, shares his forgiveness journey. We tackle topics like: Is it possible to forgive and forget? How do you know when you have forgiven someone?