To intentionally end the life of any image-bearer, including yourself, is a heinous sin against God and others. Even so, we must not elevate suicide to an unforgivable status. We must help the suicidal and those grieving the loss of someone find the light of the hope of Jesus Christ.

The root of all addiction is the pursuit of pleasure of relief. However, all addictive behaviors provide a temporary high that only creates a greater dependency on something g that cannot satisfy us.

Despite the feelings of emptiness and sadness that often accompany depression, God offers guidance, stability, and hope through the real and practical presence of His Spirit.

Anxiety is a common component of life. The root of anxiety is fear or a lack of trust in God above all else. God has graciously equipped us with invaluable tools to battle against anxiety.

We can have hope that our battle for mental health does not hinge solely on our own efforts because we have been made brothers and sisters of the Wonderful Counselor and been given the permanent presence of the Great Comforter.

Biblical authenticity requires that disciples make themselves known to other believers for mutual encouragement and correction.

Biblical authenticity requires Spirit-empowered changes that turn your heart and life away from yourself and toward God so that you might experience salvation and life in being continually conformed to the image of Jesus Christ.

Biblical authenticity requires that we align with God's standards for faith and practice through confession -- the acknowledgment of and agreement with His truths.

Biblical Authenticity requires us to understand our identity in Christ while also fighting against our old nature through the practice of measuring ourselves against the Word of God.

In blessing God, we celebrate his goodness, kindness, and faithfulness by diligently redeeming our work for His glory and responding in reverent, Spirit-filled acts of worship.