Did you know that the most successful people have quit trying? It's not about trying to hard, or not trying hard enough; it's that trying is the problem! In trying, we give ourselves a minimal commitment. Real change occurs with real commitment. Come and see what that looks like in the spiritual sense!

Habits, Change, good habits, bad habits, transformation, power, fruit, discipleship, godliness

How are big changes made? You might be surprised to learn that the biggest and most lasting changes start with the smallest of things. One small, holy habit is more likely to make a lasting change than a big 30 day challenge. Don't believe us? Tune in and find out the power of Holy Habits!

Who we think we are often determines what we do, and the enemy is a good liar determined to derail our God-given identities! Let's learn how to form a healthy identity that will keep us on track during life's challenges.

Ever felt stuck? You're in good company. Paul hits the nail on the head: why do I do what I don't want to do and not do what I should do? Why do willpower and behavior modification have limited success? Is there a better way to change? The Bible says there is a better way!

God tells his people to forget the former things and not dwell on the past. But is there a balance in looking back while planning ahead? What does it mean to forget the former things? And more importantly, how can we position ourselves to see what new things God is doing?

Jesus is the only one who lacks nothing but becomes nothing to to save those who have lost their way. What can we learn by watching the one who had everything become nothing, so that we who had nothing might become children of God? How might we live differently and invite others to do the same?

The Shepherds knew their place, and were probably as comfortable as Shepherds could be. However, their lives changed in a moment with news of great joy for all people. Had the angels picked the right people to announce this great news? Why does this matter to us today?

Mary's discomfort and confusion didn't get in her way of being the Lord's servant. Her answer to the angel, "May it be to me according to your word," set her course against incredible odds and risks (i.e., not comfortable), yet also paved the way for the salvation of the world through Jesus. God often asks us to do the uncomfortable to provide more lasting comfort in the long term. The question is, will we have the same courage as Mary?

Today we're covering the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, who were righteous in God's sight, but also childless. Where was their joy? Their joy would come much later than expected, but also much greater than expected. Sometimes joy comes in the most unexpected ways and in the most unexpected timeline.