Gratitude is contagious, yet sadly, it has become rare to encounter truly grateful people. But gratitude is a choice, so what happens when we choose not to be thankful?

Why is it that no matter who we are or what our role is, we are constantly trying to find ways to be something "more"? This is not a struggle new to humanity. People are often surprised to learn that one of the wisest men to ever live wrote how meaningless life is, and those famous words are found in the Bible, of all places.

Have you ever stopped to people-watch? One thing you'll likely notice is that very few people seem happy, smiles are rare. Looks of frustration and an overall depression appear prominent. Could we have become so jaded that nothing impresses, satisfies, or moves us? This week, we look at the topic of gratitude.

This week, the teaching team has a candid conversation about the last few weeks and what we have personally learned. We discuss where we go from here, and how to make an impact in a divided nation.

Panel: Pastor Keith Thornton, Pastor Mike Newsom, Pastor Matt Samler & Pastor Tommy Bellamy

Certain subjects are too divisive, so we avoid discussing them because we live in a divided world. In Matthew, we find a moment in which two opposing groups unite together for a shared purpose, to trap Jesus.

Chess players know the term "checkmate." It's the signal that the game is over, and no moves are left on the board. Have you ever felt like your life is in checkmate? This week a famous painting reminds us reality is not always what it seems.

This week, the Peace Corps manual offers a valuable lesson in jungle survival that applies to our everyday life.

Ten years ago a series of messages called "storms", helped all of us learn to prepare and respond to the challenges in life. This week in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and the events in the Middle East, we revisit the key truth from that series.

Joseph had many highs and lows throughout His life. He experienced everything from favoritism, power, and authority to slavery, false accusations, and prison. As we come toward the end of Joseph's story, we see an incredible demonstration of God's love and divine providence.

Sometimes we find ourselves at the receiving end of others' bad choices, facing hardship and pain that we didn't invite into our lives. One of the toughest pills to swallow in life is the fact that we aren’t always in control.