Spiritual formation is important work. So, is it OUR work or is it GOD'S work? In this message from Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., discover how the partnership between the Lord and his disciple works in the process of spiritual growth.

About the series. . .

Everyone wants to be happy. People all around us devote incredible amounts of energy, time and money to the pursuit of happiness. It’s been called the American obsession. One author recently called our culture’s fixation on happiness “almost religious.” Despite all the energy poured into the pursuit of happiness, the data says we are trending toward UNHAPPINESS.

Choose JOY... because happiness is overrated.

In Paul’s letter to the Philippians, we find wisdom and practical tips for choosing JOY... a joy based on a relationship with Jesus, rather than an empty, ill-defined, pursuit based on momentary moods and desires.

In this message series from Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., encounter spiritual truths to unleash the joy of the Lord in your everyday life.

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Spiritual formation is important work. So, is it OUR work or is it GOD'S work? In this message from Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., discover how the partnership between the Lord and his disciple works in the process of spiritual growth.

About the series. . .

Everyone wants to be happy. People all around us devote incredible amounts of energy, time and money to the pursuit of happiness. It’s been called the American obsession. One author recently called our culture’s fixation on happiness “almost religious.” Despite all the energy poured into the pursuit of happiness, the data says we are trending toward UNHAPPINESS.

Choose JOY... because happiness is overrated.

In Paul’s letter to the Philippians, we find wisdom and practical tips for choosing JOY... a joy based on a relationship with Jesus, rather than an empty, ill-defined, pursuit based on momentary moods and desires.

In this message series from Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., encounter spiritual truths to unleash the joy of the Lord in your everyday life.

Subscribe to PRESTONCREST - with Gordon Dabbs on Soundwise

Storytelling, specifically the use of parables, was the primary way that Jesus taught people. Mark’s Gospel notes that “He did not say anything without using a parable" (Mark 4:34). The stories Jesus told were so simple that even a child could understand, yet, so deep, we will never mine all of the meaning and wisdom from them. To those with “ears to hear,” those who could picture the message of these stories, Jesus revealed the beauty of the Gospel and the truth about the Kingdom of God. Join us on Sunday nights for the "Picture This!" series as Dr. Gordon Dabbs and Jacob Hawk walk us through the parables of Jesus.

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Christians believe that Jesus was both one of the most joyful people to ever live and, at the same time, one of the most giving and selfless people. Is there a connection between having a servant-heart and a joyful spirit? In this message from Philippians 2:1-11, Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., unpacks one of the most powerful texts of the New Testament about the radical servant nature of the Son of God and calls us to humbly serve those God places in our lives.

About the series. . .

Everyone wants to be happy. People all around us devote incredible amounts of energy, time and money to the pursuit of happiness. It’s been called the American obsession. One author recently called our culture’s fixation on happiness “almost religious.” Despite all the energy poured into the pursuit of happiness, the data says we are trending toward UNHAPPINESS.

Choose JOY... because happiness is overrated.

In Paul’s letter to the Philippians, we find wisdom and practical tips for choosing JOY... a joy based on a relationship with Jesus, rather than an empty, ill-defined, pursuit based on momentary moods and desires.

In this message series from Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., encounter spiritual truths to unleash the joy of the Lord in your everyday life.

Subscribe to PRESTONCREST - with Gordon Dabbs on Soundwise

Everyone wants to be happy. People all around us devote incredible amounts of energy, time and money to the pursuit of happiness. It’s been called the American obsession. One author recently called our culture’s fixation on happiness “almost religious.” Despite all the energy poured into the pursuit of happiness, the data says we are trending toward UNHAPPINESS.

Choose JOY... because happiness is overrated.

In Paul’s letter to the Philippians, we find wisdom and practical tips for choosing JOY... a joy based on a relationship with Jesus, rather than an empty, ill-defined, pursuit based on momentary moods and desires.

In this message series from Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., encounter spiritual truths to unleash the joy of the Lord in your everyday life.

Subscribe to PRESTONCREST - with Gordon Dabbs on Soundwise

Everyone wants to be happy. People all around us devote incredible amounts of energy, time and money to the pursuit of happiness. It’s been called the American obsession. One author recently called our culture’s fixation on happiness “almost religious.” Despite all the energy poured into the pursuit of happiness, the data says we are trending toward UNHAPPINESS.

Choose JOY... because happiness is overrated.

In Paul’s letter to the Philippians, we find wisdom and practical tips for choosing JOY... a joy based on a relationship with Jesus, rather than an empty, ill-defined, pursuit based on momentary moods and desires.

In this message series from Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., encounter spiritual truths to unleash the joy of the Lord in your everyday life.

Subscribe to PRESTONCREST - with Gordon Dabbs on Soundwise

Storytelling, specifically the use of parables, was the primary way that Jesus taught people. Mark’s Gospel notes that “He did not say anything without using a parable" (Mark 4:34). The stories Jesus told were so simple that even a child could understand, yet, so deep, we will never mine all of the meaning and wisdom from them. To those with “ears to hear,” those who could picture the message of these stories, Jesus revealed the beauty of the Gospel and the truth about the Kingdom of God. Join us on Sunday nights for the "Picture This!" series as Dr. Gordon Dabbs and Jacob Hawk walk us through the parables of Jesus.

Subscribe to PRESTONCREST - with Gordon Dabbs on Soundwise

Everyone wants to be happy. People all around us devote incredible amounts of energy, time and money to the pursuit of happiness. It’s been called the American obsession. One author recently called our culture’s fixation on happiness “almost religious.” Despite all the energy poured into the pursuit of happiness, the data says we are trending toward UNHAPPINESS.

Choose JOY... because happiness is overrated.

In Paul’s letter to the Philippians, we find wisdom and practical tips for choosing JOY... a joy based on a relationship with Jesus, rather than an empty, ill-defined, pursuit based on momentary moods and desires.

In this message series from Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., encounter spiritual truths to unleash the joy of the Lord in your everyday life.

Subscribe to PRESTONCREST - with Gordon Dabbs on Soundwise

Everyone wants to be happy. People all around us devote incredible amounts of energy, time and money to the pursuit of happiness. It’s been called the American obsession. One author recently called our culture’s fixation on happiness “almost religious.” Despite all the energy poured into the pursuit of happiness, the data says we are trending toward UNHAPPINESS.

Choose JOY... because happiness is overrated.

In Paul’s letter to the Philippians, we find wisdom and practical tips for choosing JOY... a joy based on a relationship with Jesus, rather than an empty, ill-defined, pursuit based on momentary moods and desires.

In this message series from Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., encounter spiritual truths to unleash the joy of the Lord in your everyday life.

Subscribe to PRESTONCREST - with Gordon Dabbs on Soundwise