What do you do when life feels confusing, disappointing, or just plain strange?
As we step into a brand-new year, this message is all about encouragement—the kind that doesn’t just make you feel better, but actually strengthens your soul.

Message from Pastor Josh Thomas | Sunday December 28, 2025.

Drawing from powerful moments in film, the psychology of encouragement, and the life of Daniel, we’re reminded that encouragement has real weight, real power, and eternal impact.

 Just like Simba hearing, “Remember who you are,” God’s Word calls us to remember who He is—especially when nothing around us seems to change.

In this message, we walk through three defining seasons in Daniel’s life and uncover three truths you can carry into the new year:
God Will Sustain You – When obedience is costly and compromise is close
God Will Keep You – When faith leads you into the fire, not away from it
God Will Protect You – When long-term faithfulness puts a target on your back

From Babylonian captivity to fiery furnaces to the lions’ den, Daniel’s story isn’t just about a faithful man—it’s about a faithful God who walks with His people through every season of life.

Thanks for listening!

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