This Sunday, we heard from 9 unique voices across 3 services each reminding us what it looks like to encourage one another, love one another, and serve one another well.

Different stories. Different perspectives. One Church family.

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You will spend roughly 100,000 hours at work over your lifetime. That's a third of your life. So why does it feel so disconnected from God?

In this message from The Dash Between series, we tackle one of the most overlooked questions in the church: what does following Jesus have to do with Monday through Friday?

In this message, you'll discover: ✓ Why work was never meant to be a grind — and what God actually intended it to be ✓ How the fall broke work, and why Jesus came to redeem it — not just rescue you from it ✓ Why every legitimate job is part of what God is doing in the world ✓ What it means to work for an audience of one ✓ Why you don't need a more impressive job for your work to matter

Whether you love your job or dread Monday mornings, this message will change the way you see your work.

SCRIPTURES Genesis 2:2 | Genesis 2:15 | Genesis 3:17-19 | Colossians 1:20 | Colossians 3:23-24 | Psalm 145:15-16 | Ephesians 2:10

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Have you ever asked, "What am I actually doing with my life?" You're not alone and you were never meant to figure this out on your own. In this first message of our new series, The Dash Between, we explore four biblical reasons why you exist, rooted in Genesis 1:26-28 and why your purpose is far bigger than a career, a personality test, or a life milestone. In this message, you'll discover: ✓ Why you were made to KNOW God, not just work for Him ✓ How God's image and likeness reveal your identity and your calling ✓ Why building without character leads to a distorted world ✓ The connection between the Genesis mandate and the Great Commission ✓ What it means to leave a legacy worth reproducing Whether you're in a season of transition, questioning your purpose, or just going through the motions, this message is for you. SCRIPTURES Genesis 1:26-28 | Psalm 139:13-14 | Romans 8:29 | Galatians 5:22-23 | Matthew 28:18-20 KEYWORDS Filmore Bouldes, Onechurch, 4 reasons you exist sermon, The Dash Between series, Genesis 1 explained, what is my purpose Bible, biblical identity, image of God meaning, why do I exist Christianity, purpose and meaning, church online, discipleship life, find your purpose, the Great Commission, Romans 8:29 meaning JOIN US THIS SUNDAY Plan a Visit (Seattle, WA) → https://www.onechurchnw.co/visit Next Steps → https://www.onechurchnw.co/pathway Give → https://www.onechurchnw.co/give FOLLOW ALONG Instagram → / onechurchnw TikTok → / onechurchnw

CONFRONTATIONAL JESUS: The Freedom of Truth

What is truth—and can we actually know it?

In this message, we unpack one of the most common beliefs in our culture today: "There is no absolute truth." Looking at John 8:31–32, Jesus makes a bold claim—not that truth is personal or flexible—but that it is knowable, and it has the power to set you free.

"Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." — John 8:32

Perception VS Truth

The viral dress debate showed us something powerful: Perception feels real—but it isn't always true.

Our culture has taken that idea and applied it to everything: "If we see things differently, there must be no absolute truth."

That belief is called relativism—and even thinkers like Émile Durkheim supported the idea that truth shifts with culture.

But in reality? We don't actually live that way.

1. You Can Know the Truth

Jesus doesn't say "find your truth"—He says you will know the truth.

Truth isn't personal—it's real. And it's found in listening to Jesus (John 18).

2. Your Source Shapes Your Truth

Most of us didn't choose our beliefs—we inherited them.

But culture changes. Studies from Pew Research Center show beliefs shift across regions and generations.

If your source moves, your truth will too.

3. Freedom Comes from Submission

Real freedom isn't doing whatever you want.

It's living how you were designed to live.

When you follow God's truth, you don't lose freedom— you find it.

Final Thought

If truth is just opinion, sharing it is arrogant. But if it's real—keeping it to yourself isn't love.

Jesus said in Gospel of John 14:6: "I am the way, the truth, and the life."

So the question is:

Do you believe it's true?

Because when you live like it is— people will notice.

And when they ask why…

You'll be ready to say:

"I've been set free by the Truth."

Scripture References:

John 8:31–32 John 18:37–38 John 14:6 Colossians 1:15–17 Colossians 2:6–8 Isaiah 40:8 1 Peter 3:15–16

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CONFRONTATIONAL JESUS: Confrontational Grace

In this message, we continue the Confrontational Jesus series with a truth that both confronts and frees us: grace is a gift—but it's not always easy to receive. Looking at Ephesians 2:1–10, we're reminded that our lives are not built on our effort, but on God's grace.

As A.W. Tozer once said, "What comes to your mind when you think about God is the most important thing about you." Because what you believe about God shapes how you live.

We live in a culture that tells us to earn it, prove it, and fix ourselves. But Jesus offers something completely different. In this series, we've been exposing ancient lies that still show up today—and this week, we confront one at the core of our faith: the belief that our effort matters more than God's grace.

This is the root of Pelagianism—the idea that grace may help, but ultimately, we save ourselves.

It sounds responsible. But it's not the truth.

Here's what happens when we struggle to receive grace—and the truths Jesus uses to set us free:

1. We Minimize Our Need We convince ourselves we're not that bad—we're just a little off, a little behind, a little broken.

Uncomfortable Truth: You were dead Ephesians 2:1–3 makes it clear—we weren't weak, we were dead in our sin. Disconnected from God, unable to fix ourselves, powerless to make ourselves new.

But God, rich in mercy, stepped in. Mercy means we don't get what we deserve. Grace means we receive what we don't deserve.

1. We Maximize Ourselves If we believe we can fix ourselves, we start to center everything around our effort—our discipline, our performance, our ability.

Uncomfortable Truth: You can't take credit Ephesians 2:8–9 reminds us salvation is a gift—not a reward. It's not earned, achieved, or deserved.

Pride says, "I don't need grace." Shame says, "I can't receive grace." Religion says, "I'll earn grace." But humility says, "I need grace."

1. We Miss Our God When we make life about our effort, we shrink God down to what we can achieve.

Uncomfortable Truth: God already did what you couldn't While we were dead, He moved. While we were running, He pursued. While we were broken, He came near.

Our God is different. He doesn't wait for us to reach Him—He comes to us. Through Jesus, we are made alive, raised up, and given new life—not because of what we've done, but because of who He is.

Grace doesn't just save you—it transforms you. It doesn't make you passive—it gives you purpose.

Ephesians 2:10 says we are God's masterpiece, created anew in Christ Jesus to do good works He prepared in advance for us.

Here's the tension: Grace is free—but it will confront everything in you that wants to earn it.

And that's the invitation:

Stop striving. Stop trying to prove yourself. Stop trying to earn what has already been given.

Receive it.

Because the uncomfortable truth is better than a comfortable lie. And the truth is—grace is enough.

The question is: Will you receive it?

Scripture References: Ephesians 2:1–10 John 8:32 Romans 3:23 James 4:6 1 Corinthians 15:10

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CONFRONTATIONAL JESUS: You Need Help

In this message, we continue the Confrontational Jesus series with a truth many of us resist—but desperately need: you need help. Looking at Ephesians 2:1–10, we're reminded that our lives are not built on our effort, but on God's grace.

As A. W. Tozer once said, "What comes to your mind when you think about God is the most important thing about you." Because what you believe about God shapes how you live.

We live in a culture full of confusion—but God is not a God of confusion, but of peace (1 Corinthians 14:33). And in this series, we're exposing old lies—heresies—that still show up today in modern forms.

This week, we confront a major one: Pelagianism—the belief that you are good, you can fix yourself, and you're in control.

It sounds empowering. But it's not the truth.

Here are the three lies—and the three uncomfortable truths Jesus uses to set us free:

1. Lie: "You are a good person" Culture says your good outweighs your bad. But Scripture teaches something deeper: sin has affected all of us.

Uncomfortable Truth: You are not good Romans 5:12 and Psalm 51:5 remind us that sin is not just something we do—it's part of our nature. And if we build our identity on our performance, we'll always live in comparison, shame, or pride.

But the gospel says your identity isn't based on your performance—it's based on Jesus' performance.

2. Lie: "You can make yourself better" This is the belief that with enough effort, discipline, or self-improvement—you can fix your life.

Uncomfortable Truth: You can't make yourself better Ephesians 2 says we were dead in our sin—not struggling, not weak—dead. And dead people don't fix themselves.

In John 15, Jesus says apart from Him, we can do nothing. Real transformation doesn't come from striving—it comes from remaining in Him.

As Dallas Willard said, "Grace is not opposed to effort, it is opposed to earning."

3. Lie: "You are in control" We like to believe our future is in our hands—that we can shape our destiny through effort and decisions.

Uncomfortable Truth: You are not in control Ephesians 2 shows us the reality:

• God initiates (He gave us life)
• God saves (by grace through faith)
• God prepares (good works in advance)

Even Jesus makes it clear in Matthew 19:26—what feels impossible for us is only possible with God.

Here's the tension: God calls us to do things that are impossible—so we realize how much we need Him.

And that's the invitation:

Not to try harder. Not to be better. But to surrender.

Because the uncomfortable truth is better than a comfortable lie. And the truth is—you need help.

The good news? Jesus doesn't just point out the problem—He is the solution.

As seen in Philippians 2:5–11, Jesus didn't partially obey or halfway sacrifice—He fully gave Himself so we could have life.

So the question is: Where are you still striving instead of surrendering? Where are you trying to do what only Jesus can do?

Today is your opportunity to stop building your life on yourself… and start building it on Him.

Scripture References: Ephesians 2:1–10 1 Corinthians 14:33 Romans 5:12 Psalm 51:5 John 15:1–5 Matthew 19:26 Philippians 2:5–11

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CONFRONTATIONAL JESUS: DIY Jesus & B.Y.O.B. "Build Your Own Bible"

In this message, we confront a subtle but dangerous lie: you can follow Jesus while editing His Word. Looking at 2 Timothy 3:16–17, we're reminded that all Scripture is God-breathed—not just the parts we like.

A.W. Tozer once said, "What comes to your mind when you think about God is the most important thing about you." That raises a real question: who is shaping your view of God? Because your thinking shapes your living.

We live in a world built on customization—your feed, your preferences, your identity. And if we're not careful, we bring that same mindset into our faith. We start choosing the parts of God we like—love, grace, peace—and ignoring the parts that challenge us—holiness, justice, and truth.

But this isn't new. In the early church, a man named Marcion did the same thing—cutting out parts of Scripture that didn't fit his view of God. It was called heresy then, and it's still dangerous now.

Jesus never gave us permission to edit Scripture. In Luke 24:27, He shows that all of Scripture points to Him. From Genesis to Revelation, it's one unified story. And in Matthew 4, even Jesus submitted Himself to Scripture, responding to temptation with "It is written."

So if we follow Jesus, we don't get to hold a lower view of the Bible than He did.

Here's the tension: God is not just loving—He is also just. He is not just merciful—He is also holy.

In Exodus 34:6–7, we see both His compassion and His justice. In Revelation 5:5–6, Jesus is both Lion and Lamb—powerful and sacrificial. Not either/or—both/and.

And here's the truth: Anytime you feel tension in Scripture, you're not discovering a flaw in God—you're discovering a limit in yourself.

So what happens when we stop editing Scripture and start submitting to it?

1. A God-Inspired Life Scripture is the very breath of God. When we pick and choose what we follow, we limit how God transforms us. Selective reading leads to selective growth.

2. A More Useful Life Scripture teaches, rebukes, corrects, and trains us. But God can't use what we won't give Him access to. Many of us give God visibility—but not full authority.

3. A More Prepared Life God's Word equips us—for obedience, suffering, and purpose. The strongest foundation isn't hearing the Word—it's living it (Matthew 7:24–27).

The question is simple: Where are you editing God's Word instead of obeying it?

Because a DIY faith leads to a shaky foundation. But a surrendered life—built on the full truth of Scripture—stands firm.

Scripture References: 2 Timothy 3:16–17 Luke 24:27 Matthew 4:1–11 Exodus 34:6–7 Revelation 5:5–6 Matthew 7:24–27 Philippians 2:5–11

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Confrontational Jesus

In this message, we begin the Confrontational Jesus series by looking at John 1:1–14 and how Jesus doesn't just comfort us—He confronts us. Because He loves us, He challenges the lies we believe and calls us into truth.

What you believe shapes how you live. And many of the ideas we think are "new" today are actually ancient distortions of who Jesus is. The early church called these distortions heresies—redefining Jesus to fit culture instead of receiving Him as He is.

In Jude 1:3, we're called to "contend for the faith"—to hold onto and protect the truth of the gospel. Because the gospel isn't something we create or edit—it's something we've received and must guard.

This message confronts three common lies:

First, truth is not found within you—it's revealed in Christ. Culture says to look inward for meaning, but John 1:14 shows us that truth entered the world in Jesus. We don't discover truth by searching ourselves—we receive it by following Him in community.

Second, Jesus didn't come to pull you out of life, but to transform how you live it. The lie says the physical world is bad and should be escaped. But Scripture shows that God created the world good. Jesus entered real life—work, relationships, celebration—to redeem it, not remove us from it.

Third, salvation is not found in what you discover, but in what Christ has done. Culture tells us we need better insight or self-improvement. But 2 Corinthians 5:21 reminds us that Jesus didn't come just to teach us—He came to save us. He is not just an example; He is our substitute.

The gospel is simple and unchanging: As written in 1 Corinthians 15, Jesus died for our sins, was buried, and rose again. That is the truth we hold onto.

So the question is: Will you redefine Jesus—or will you receive Him?

Scripture References: John 1:1–14 Jude 1:3 Ecclesiastes 1:9 Mark 10:45 2 Corinthians 5:21 1 Corinthians 15:1–4

Keywords: Filmore Bouldes, Onechurch, confrontational Jesus, John 1 explained, truth vs culture, biblical worldview, Christian thinking, heresy in Christianity, Gnosticism explained, gospel truth, Jesus vs culture, sound doctrine, knowing Jesus, Christian faith teaching

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Easter Sunday: 3 Reasons Why You Need to Give Your Life to Jesus

In this Easter message, we look at the resurrection of Jesus in Matthew 28:1–10 and why it's not just something to consider—it's something that changes everything. If Jesus truly rose from the dead, then this isn't moderately important… it's infinitely important.

The resurrection is the moment history hinges on. The stone wasn't rolled away so Jesus could get out—but so we could see in. And what we find is this: He is not here… He has risen, just as He said.

So why should you give your life to Jesus?

First, you can actually trust Him. Jesus didn't just make promises—He kept them. He said He would rise, and He did. The tomb was empty, His followers were transformed, and even skeptics believed. If Jesus has authority over death, then He is the most reliable person who has ever lived.

Second, He overcame the finality of death. Death is the deepest fear and the greatest separation we experience. But Romans 6:23 tells us that while sin leads to death, Jesus offers eternal life. Because of the resurrection, death is no longer the end. As Jesus said in John 11:25, "I am the resurrection and the life." If you belong to Him, death doesn't win—He does.

Third, He has the power to do what you can't do for yourself. We all want change—but we can't fix our own hearts. The same power that raised Jesus from the dead is the power that transforms lives. As written in Philippians 3:10, it's resurrection power that brings real, lasting change.

This leads to a real decision. Jesus didn't leave room to simply admire Him. If He didn't rise, then none of this matters. But if He did, then He's not just a good teacher—He's Lord.

And the invitation is simple: Give your life to Him.

Because of Jesus: You can trust Him. Death is not the end. And your life can truly change.

Scripture References: Matthew 28:1–10 Luke 24:3 Romans 6:23 John 11:25 Revelation 20:6 Philippians 3:10

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Good Friday: Why Do We Call It Good?

In this Good Friday message, we wrestle with a real question: what's so good about Good Friday? Jesus was beaten, humiliated, and executed in one of the most brutal and shameful ways imaginable. Crucifixion wasn't unique—thousands died this way. So why are we still talking about this death?

The answer is found in one powerful word: "for." As prophesied in Isaiah 53:5, Jesus was pierced for our transgressions and crushed for our iniquities. What makes Good Friday good isn't what was done to Him—it's what was done for us. His death is different not because of the method, but because of the meaning.

This creates a tension we can't ignore: we are not just observers of the cross—we are the reason for it. It wasn't just Rome or religious leaders—our sin put Jesus there. We often point at others, but Scripture flips the story: we are the problem, and Jesus is the answer.

So why is Good Friday good?

First, Jesus took your place. As written in 1 Peter 3:18, the righteous died for the unrighteous. Every sin, every failure, every hidden struggle—He carried it all. Not as an example, but as a substitute. He was treated like us so we could be treated like Him.

Second, Jesus solved your biggest problem. The greatest issue isn't temporary—it's eternal. Romans 6:23 tells us that sin leads to death, but Jesus fully paid that debt. When He said, "It is finished" (John 19:30), He meant it. There is nothing left to earn.

Third, Jesus brought you close. The cross didn't just forgive you—it restored you. Sin separated us from God, but through Jesus, we are brought near. You don't have to earn His presence or fix yourself first—you've been invited home.

Good Friday is good because: You have nothing left to earn. You have nothing left to owe. You have nothing left to fear.

The question now is simple: Will you live like that's true?

Scripture References: Matthew 27:26–50 Isaiah 53:5 1 Peter 3:18 Romans 5:7–8 Romans 6:23 John 19:30

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