In Episode 157, we explore one of the most overlooked, but deeply meaningful parts of Scripture: the genealogy of Jesus. Why does Luke trace Jesus’ lineage all the way back to Adam? What does it teach us about God’s faithfulness, human weakness, and the long seasons of waiting?

Join us as we discuss:

• Why Jesus’ genealogy matters more than we realize
•  How Luke’s backward genealogy reframes the story of Jesus
•  The 400 years of silence—and what they mean for our own seasons of waiting
•  How God works through the mundane, the unknown, and the in-between moments
•  The significance of Jesus’ baptism in breaking the cycle of human failure
•  Practical ways to lean into longing, hope, and the Advent season

Whether you’re new to Advent or have celebrated it for years, this conversation offers encouragement, perspective, and a reminder that God is always at work—even when He feels silent.

At the end of the episode, Pastor closes with a heartfelt prayer for anyone walking through darkness, dryness, or uncertainty during this season.

✨ God kept His promise then. He will keep it again.
 ✨ Emmanuel—God with us—remains our hope.

When we fail, struggle, or feel overtaken by life, why is our first instinct to hide from God and from others?

In this episode of Monday Moments, Travis and Pastor James dive deep into Galatians 6, exploring what real restoration looks like, how grace transforms us, and why true Christian community is essential to healing.

Together they unpack:

• Why we hide when we’re hurting
• Grace vs. the law, and the dangers of comparison
• How God restores us through gentleness, not shame
• What it really means to bear one another’s burdens
• Why humility and vulnerability are vital for spiritual growth
• The role of the Holy Spirit in transformation
• How the church can become a place of healing instead of hiding

This encouraging conversation reminds us that we weren’t designed to fight our battles alone.

Restoration is possible, not through trying harder, but through grace, community, and the work of the Holy Spirit.

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If the Christian life is supposed to be marked by joy, peace, unity, and purpose, why do so many believers still struggle with anger, division, comparison, and self-centered living? In this week’s episode, Travis and Pastor James take a deep dive into Galatians 5 and unpack Paul’s surprising claim that everyone is bound to something—so choose wisely. Together they explore why binding yourself to Christ is the only path to true freedom, how legalism still sneaks into modern Christianity, why our words can “bite and devour” others, and how the fruit of the Spirit grows naturally when we’re planted in grace rather than self-effort. This conversation is full of clarity, challenge, and hope as we learn how freedom for Christ transforms how we love others. 

Are you frustrated that the fruit of the Spirit, namely love, joy, peace, patience  feels missing in your life? You might be wrestling with one of the grace gatekeepers keeping you from experiencing God’s amazing grace in full.

In this week’s episode of Monday Moments, Pastor Dennis and Travis dive deep into Galatians 5, exploring:

•  The danger of transactional religion — and why it’s the new legalism.
•  The difference between common grace and tailor-made grace.
• Three hidden barriers that hinder grace: knowledge, self-pity, and trying to be the Holy Spirit.
• How to receive grace like a child and bear lasting fruit through the Spirit.

God’s grace isn’t something you earn, it’s something you receive. Discover how to live in His amazing, abundant grace today.

Key Scripture: Galatians 5:22–23
Hosts: Pastor Dennis & Travis
Series: Monday Moments Episode 154

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In this week’s episode of Monday Moments, Pastor James and Matt dive into Galatians 5 and the challenge of living out our faith with both grace and purpose.

They unpack Paul’s analogy of running the race of faith, contrasting casual Christianity with a fully surrendered life. Together, they discuss how grace and works are not at odds, but deeply connected: true grace produces real change.

You’ll learn about:

• The difference between legalism and love
• What it means when Paul says, “You were running so well”
• How small compromises can lead us off course
• Why faith without works is dead and how to live with grace-driven action
• Practical encouragement from 1 Thessalonians 5 on how to live a life marked by love, patience, and gratitude

Whether you’re running strong or feeling stuck, this episode will help you re-center your faith, stay the course, and reflect the grace of Jesus in every part of life.

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📖 Scripture references: Galatians 5, James 2, 1 Thessalonians 5

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Why do so many of us live our lives as if we’re just trying to keep God happy? In this episode of Monday Moments, Travis and Pastor James dive into Galatians 5 to explore Paul’s declaration: “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free.”

They discuss:

• The difference between American freedom and biblical freedom
• How misunderstanding grace can lead to legalism or pride
• Why surrender, not self-reliance, leads to lasting joy
• The role of humility and community in standing firm in freedom

If you’ve ever wrestled with performance-based faith or wondered how to live in true grace, this conversation will encourage and challenge you.

Scripture: Galatians 5:1

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We all long to be free—but too often we try to earn God’s love through our own effort. In this week’s Monday Moments, Pastor Charlie unpacks Galatians 4–5 and shows us that true freedom comes only through Jesus. Discover how God transforms striving into trust, and control into surrender, so we can live in His promises and overflow with His love.

In this week’s Monday Moments, Pastor James and Travis unpack what Paul teaches in Galatians about the purpose of the law — and how easily our preferences can turn into prejudices that divide the church.

From worship styles to parenting choices and politics, this conversation challenges us to walk in freedom through grace, not in the bondage of comparison or self-justification.

 🔹 What’s the difference between preference and prejudice?
 🔹 How does the law point us to our need for Jesus?
 🔹 What does true unity in the church look like today?

Join us as we explore how the gospel calls us to love, humility, and unity — even when we see things differently.

📖 Scripture Focus: Galatians 3–4
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If we are saved by grace through faith in Jesus, then what purpose does the law serve today? In this episode of Monday Moments, Travis and Pastor Dennis dive into Galatians 3 to unpack the difference between legalism and living in the freedom of the Spirit.

We discuss:

• Why legalism still sneaks into the church today
• The difference between serving God out of law vs. love
• How the Holy Spirit transforms our lives
• What it means to live in true freedom in Christ

We hope this conversation encourages you to draw closer to God and live out of His love, not out of fear or performance.

📖 Scripture Reference: Galatians 3, Romans 7, John 13–17

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Are you exhausted from trying to prove yourself to God—constantly doing more, yet never feeling like it’s enough? In this episode of Monday Moments, Pastor Dennis joins us to share the heart of his message “It’s All Grace.”

Together, we dive into:

• Why performance-driven religion leads to burnout
• The difference between serving God out of fear and serving Him out of love
• How Jesus’ perfect love sets us free from legalism
• Practical ways to live in rest, freedom, and joy through God’s grace

This conversation will encourage anyone who feels weary, burdened, or caught in the endless cycle of “trying harder.” The good news is simple but life-changing: God’s favor isn’t something you earn—it’s already yours in Christ.

Listen in, be refreshed, and find the freedom your soul longs for.