Ever feel like you’re not strong enough, brave enough, or ready enough to be used by God? In this message, we walk through the story of Gideon in Judges 6-7—someone who doubted, hesitated, and felt small… but God chose him anyway.

Discover how God specializes in using ordinary people for extraordinary purposes, and how your faith—no matter how shaky—can open the door to victory.

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“Before There Were Kings – Make Room: When Obedience Opens Doors for Others”

From Judges 4–5, we see how Deborah’s faithfulness opened the way for Jael’s courage—and ultimately, for Israel’s freedom. We're reminded that we often enjoy shade from trees we didn’t plant. Your obedience might not be for you—it might be the open door someone else is waiting for.

🛠️ Topics Covered:

• What real obedience looks like
• Why legacy faith matters
• How God uses unexpected people in unexpected ways
• What it means to “make room” in your life, your church, and your story

💬 “You may not be the final act of God’s plan, but your obedience might open the curtain.”

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What if God does His greatest work through the people who stay in the shadows? In this message, we look at Othniel—Israel’s first judge—and how God used his quiet, consistent obedience to bring peace. When flash fades and trends shift, faithfulness still stands.

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In Luke 2, the Messiah is missing — but the moment becomes a turning point for understanding honor and obedience. This Mother’s Day, we explore what this unusual family moment teaches us about respecting those God placed in our lives — especially our mothers.

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📖 Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Graduation is a milestone — but it’s also the starting line for a new chapter. In this message from Hebrews 11–12, Matt Mangrum challenges us to stop comparing and start running the race God marked out for us. You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be faithful.

Whether you’re a graduate or simply stepping into a new season, this message will help you let go of distractions, fix your eyes on Jesus, and run your race with endurance.

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📖 Scripture: Hebrews 11:1–12:3
🎓 Graduation Sunday Message

Peter thought he had blown it for good. After denying Jesus, shame could’ve had the last word—but Jesus had a better plan. In this powerful message from Poplar Ridge Christian Church’s Last Week: Close Encounters series, we step into John 21 and see how Jesus meets us after our failures, not to shame us, but to restore us. Your story isn’t over.

🔥 Scripture: John 21:1-19

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Before the disciples, before the world even knew… Mary saw Him first. In this Easter message at Poplar Ridge Christian Church, we uncover the raw, emotional, and deeply personal encounter Mary Magdalene had outside the empty tomb. It wasn’t just history—it was healing. Her story still speaks to the forgotten, the faithful, and those searching for hope today.

🌅 Scripture: John 20:1-18

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On the night before the cross, Jesus thinking about you. In this message from Poplar Ridge Christian Church’s Last Week: Close Encounters series, we step into the sacred moment of John 17 where Jesus prays for His disciples—and all future believers. That means us. This wasn’t a goodbye—it was a call to unity, mission, and glory.

🙏 Scripture: John 17:1-26

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Peter wanted to fight for Jesus, but Jesus knelt to serve him. In this powerful message from Poplar Ridge Christian Church’s “Last Week: Close Encounters” series, we explore John 13 and Peter’s confusing yet life-altering moment with Jesus. What does foot washing have to do with love, leadership, and legacy? Find out why Jesus’ most shocking move in His final hours still calls us to humble service today.

👣 Scripture: John 13:1-17

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