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Whenever we meet someone new, one of the first pieces of information we share is what we do. While it may be a subtle idol, our achievements can become an idol that affects how we view ourselves and others. Join Pastor Jared as he explores the example Paul and Jesus set for us in how to respond to our earthly success.

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Our family can be a place of great joy and pain. It also can take an improper place in our hearts and souls. It is often said “family first”, but join Pastor Jared this week as we explore how our family can become an idol in our life of faith. 

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There is no worse feeling in the world than feeling unsafe and in danger. Yet, can the pursuit of safety and security drive us too far? When does security and safety become an idol instead of a useful tool. Join Pastor Jared for this week’s “The Idol of Today”.

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How many times do you look at your phone in a day? In what ways can the devices and the media we consume become an idol in our hearts and lives? Join Pastor Jared as we explore the way our digital lives have become distractions to our lives of faith.

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Groceries delivered to our front door. Dishes washed by a machine in 3 hours. An answer to all our questions in seconds. We live in a world with unlimited convenience, but how is it shaping our lives of faith and how is it an idol that can lead us away from healthy practices of the faith. Join us for the next in our series “The Idols of Today." 

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Using analogies like "boxes on shelves" for men's brains and "a bowl of spaghetti" for women's brains, this week’s sermon opens with an illustration of the differences in their thought processes. In premarital counseling sessions, Pastor Ben explained that he has the joy of meeting with couples in love but has found that the sessions often involve helping the couple navigate the challenges faced in understanding each other's unique perspectives.

Transitioning to the topic of stewardship of time, he reflects on the Ascension of Jesus and its significance in relation to time and eternity, stressing the finite nature of time and the importance of prioritizing values and faith in time management. Pastor Ben highlights the need to recognize the limitations of time while acknowledging God's abundance and the eternal life already won through Jesus.

However, rather than viewing time as a scarce resource to be squeezed for more religious activities, Pastor Ben advocates for an abundant perspective where every moment is an opportunity to live out one's faith. We are encouraged to use our individual gifts and talents to serve others, glorifying God in every aspect of life. Ultimately, stewardship of time is a balance between self-reflection and action, grounded in the assurance of God's grace and presence.

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