What if being challenged doesn't break us, but instead breaks open new possibilities within us? Join us as Pastor Derwin Gray share a story from high school and the coach's impact on his potential by giving him a second chance. This episode provides a powerful reminder to inspire others to achieve their best for God’s glory.

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What does God see when He looks at you? Pastor Derwin Gray shares how placing your trust in Jesus results in a powerful exchange, like receiving a new 'outfit' from God. This dynamic change leads to worship and freedom from shame. Tune in as Pastor Derwin shares an encouraging word out of Galatians 3:27.

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While we pick up stones to condemn, Jesus stoops down to offer compassion. None of us are sinless, and we are all in need of grace. Jesus wants us to understand how much He loves us so that we choose Him over our sin. In Him, we can walk in the newness of life.

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Join us today as we zoom in on a short story from the Gospel of John. Just as Jesus stooped down to care for a woman caught in adultery, He is with us in our sin and mess. He is not standing over us, like Pharisees, judging and shaming us. Jesus offers grace and lifts us out of the pit. Will you accept His grace today?

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King Xerxes released a second decree allowing the Jewish people to defend themselves and they soundly defeated their enemies. All throughout this story, God was working behind the scenes to place the right people in the right place at the right time. God is also at work in your life and is the ultimate Hero in your story. Where do you see Him working this week?

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Esther finally revealed her Jewish heritage to the king and begged for the life of her people. Haman’s true nature is also revealed, which leads him to being hung on the very gallows he built for Mordecai. As we reflect on this story, pray and ask the Lord to help keep you humble and honest so that you honor Him in all that you do.

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In the middle of a sleepless night, King Xerxes was reminded of when Mordecai saved his life. The king asked Haman what he should do to honor someone. Because of his pride, Haman assumed the king wanted to honor him. How do you think he felt when he found out it was Mordecai? Listen in to hear how Haman was humbled while Mordecai was honored.

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Courage isn’t the absence of fear but moving ahead in spite of the fear. Esther courageously approached the king to invite him and Haman to a series of strategically planned banquets. Haman’s pride continued to grow along with his hatred of Mordecai, so he built a gallows to hang him. Something would have to give. Will it be Haman’s pride or Esther’s courage?

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Esther asked her people to pray for her as she prepared to approach the king. She had kept her identity a secret but was willing to lay it all on the line, including her own life, for them. The enemy wants us to submit to our fear, but God is bigger than anything we might face in our lives. We can trust Him no matter what we are going through. What fears do you need to hand over to God this week?

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God will always accomplish His plan and He invites us to be a part of the story. Esther had a choice to make. Would she try to keep herself safe or be courageous and speak up on behalf of her people? God gives all of us opportunities where we must decide whether or not we are going to trust Him. Where is He asking you to be brave today?

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