What do you want to be when you grow up?” Many of us heard this question in our childhood and probably had dreams of being a pro athlete, a firefighter, or a doctor. What did God create you to do? How can you fulfill that calling to benefit the expansion of God’s Kingdom? Let's explore these questions and the powerful ways that God empowers each person with the skills they need to glorify him as we seek to better understand what it means to be made in the image of a working God.

We all lie. Not only do we lie, but the vast majority of us also lie about being liars. How pervasive is lying in our society? On average, a typical 10-min. conversation 60% of people tell two to three lies. Robert S. Feldman, a psychologist at the University of Massachusetts, who is responsible for these findings, said, “People tell a considerable number of lies in everyday conversation. It was a very surprising result. We didn’t expect lying to be such a common part of daily life.” Lying – with our lips, by text, in a post – is something we do occasionally if not often. How do we live an honest life? Let's find out in this powerful episode of "Watch Ya Mouth" part 3! "No More Christian Pinocchio." 

“Love – Are you sure you know what that means?” It is very hard to follow an instruction that is unclear.  Some (or all) of us have a very hard time following instructions that were written in a foreign language and then translated into English by a person whose native language is not English.  Three different words are translated as “Love” in the Bible and they are not synonymous.  We will look at several passages that may have been misunderstood and apply them to how we treat one another.

The word “restless” in the original language paints the picture of a caged animal that is pacing back and forth just waiting for the opportunity to be let out so that it can go after some unsuspecting prey. James wants us to know our tongue is no different than that animal. Yes, it may be caged in at the moment, but don’t be lulled into thinking it won’t strike given the opportunity.

How we use our words is a matter of great interest to God. So, for the next few weeks, we are going to look at what The Word has to say about our words. Words have power and control in our life, Proverbs 18:21, "The tongue has the power of life and death." The words we choose and how we use them, however, will determine whether or not we actually reach the destination. Let's all find out how we can use our tongue to speak life and not death.

"You 've been canceled!" In our current cancel culture, people are stingy with second chances if they are willing to give them at all. Canceling people who have unpopular views has been going on for a long, long time, and the cost of it is so high. It can be the knock-out punch to a career, a reputation, or a relationship. If you think you can bounce back quickly from being canceled, think again. There is hope and there are second chances, but the question is: How can we make the most of it?

Have you ever been railroaded? Do you ever feel at the moment that God is in control? Most of the time we don't. Romans 8:28, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” How can good come out of a railroad job? Find out now!

This final prayer of Jesus reminds us that we have a purpose in this world. A purpose that is far greater than simply making money or a name for ourselves. What is that purpose?

What did the last final 7 days of Jesus look like here on earth before he came to the cross?

As hard as we strive to live a good life, there will be times when we fail. We will lose our cool, say something inappropriate, engage in sinful behavior. When that does occur we need to own our wrongdoings, ask for forgiveness, and commit to doing better. Whatever you do, don’t let Satan sell you on the lie that there is no hope. God is calling us to "Live On Mission" a mission to make disciples. Join us for the last episode of "The Game Plan."