Blessing carries responsibility, and without intentional obedience it can quietly turn our hearts away from the One who gave it. Real freedom is discovered not in endless choices, but in choosing what leads us toward life and faithfulness. Instead of testing the limits of sin, we’re invited to pursue closeness with Jesus and walk in holiness.

Freedom always comes with choices. Every yes inevitably means a no to something else. A person shaped by Jesus learns to say no to self in the present, not as loss, but as a delayed yes that for the sake of the gospel and eternal reward. The real question isn’t what we’re free to do, but whether our understanding of eternity is strong enough to reshape how we live right now.

Jesus offers real freedom from sin, shame, and fear, but Scripture teaches that freedom must be stewarded with love and wisdom. In 1 Corinthians 8, we see that Christian freedom is not just about what is permissible for us, but about how our choices affect and build up others in the faith. True freedom finds its focus when knowledge is guided by love, so our lives don’t simply gratify ourselves but actively strengthen the people God has placed around us.

Hearing God’s voice isn’t reserved for dramatic moments or audible experiences—it’s something God desires for everyday life. We learn to recognize His voice by intentionally making time with Him, listening through His Word, and responding to the guidance of the Holy Spirit. As we grow in faith and obedience, God shapes our decisions, directs our steps, and invites us into a life led by His truth rather than our instincts.

Breakthrough prayer flows from a heart that approaches God with reverence, surrender, and obedience. Scripture teaches that prayers gain power when we deal honestly with sin and align our lives with God’s will, allowing nothing to block our communion with Him. As we commit to praying constantly, instead of occasionally or reactively, we stay connected to God’s power and position ourselves to see Him move in ways that transform our lives and advance His purposes.

Jesus willingly lived without a place to call home so that we could find lasting riches in Him. Though He became poor, forsaken, and fully devoted to the Father, His sacrifice invites us into a richer way of life marked by intimacy with God, compassion for others, and awakened devotion. In a world chasing comfort and security, Jesus shows us that true home is found in belonging to Him.

Singleness isn’t a problem to solve or a season to rush through—it’s a greenhouse for unique growth and faithfulness to God. Learning to walk faithfully with Him now prepares us to remain faithful in every future season, including marriage. Thriving in singleness isn’t about finding the right person, but about resting in the all-sufficiency of God.

In this powerful teaching from our Trigger Warning series, Pastor Brian dives into one of the most honest and transformative passages in Scripture — 1 Corinthians 7. We’re talking about sex, marriage, temptation, divorce, spiritual warfare, and God’s design for intimacy.