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In this episode of Upwards, we explore what it means to truly be thankful—and how thankfulness goes far beyond the words we say at the table. Paul reminds us in Colossians 3:15 that thankfulness is not just an action, but a posture of the heart.

Together, we’ll examine how thankfulness differs from entitlement, and how these heart postures shape everything we do—our relationships, our service, and our response to God’s grace. Through stories like the Parable of the Prodigal Sonand the woman who anointed Jesus’ feet, we see that gratitude grows out of recognizing God’s unmerited favor and the depth of His mercy in Christ.

As we grasp the grace we’ve received, our lives begin to reflect thankfulness in love, forgiveness, and sacrificial living—showing the world what it looks like to live upward, focused on Jesus.

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In this episode of Upwards, we explore how following Jesus transforms not only our hearts but also our speech. Paul urges us to “rid ourselves” of slander, filthy language, and lies—three destructive patterns that easily spill from our old nature. Our words carry immense power: they can tear down or bring life, destroy or heal.

Together, we’ll see how slander devalues those made in God’s image, how crude or careless words reveal a heart still ruled by self, and how lying grows out of self-interest. But in Christ, we’ve been given a new identity—and with it, a new way to speak.

As we set our hearts and minds on Him, our words become instruments of grace: to build, bless, and reflect the character of Jesus.

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In this episode of Upwards, we look at Paul’s call to “put to death” elevated, earthly emotional reactions: anger, rage, and malice (Col. 3:8). These intense patterns start in the heart, spill over in our responses, and often cause harm. But in Christ, our emotions are elevated in a new—and better—way. Paul points us to the things above: compassion, patience, and kindness (Col. 3:12–14). Together, we’ll explore how these virtues reflect our true identity in Christ and transform the way we react to offences and disagreements.

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