We’re kicking off our Minor Prophets series by diving into Hosea—a powerful picture of God’s relentless love in a culture that treats relationships as disposable. Hosea shows us that sin isn’t just rule-breaking, it’s relational betrayal, yet God’s love keeps pursuing us even when we walk away. This is a story of warning and hope, inviting us to stop minimizing sin and step back into a faithful, life-giving relationship with God.

Speaker: Zach Miller

Date: January 11, 2026

Every few months, we pause to hear from different people who are part of SLC share about what God is teaching them in this season of life!

This Christmas Eve, we celebrate the good news that Jesus came for everyone—especially those who feel overlooked, unworthy, or not enough. We are reminded that just like the shepherds, God meets us right where we are and invites us into His story. Christmas declares this powerful truth: we don’t have to be enough, because Jesus is. Through Him, we find our worth, purpose, and unfailing love.

Speaker: Allison Miller

Date: December 24, 2025

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In a world full of pressure to please people, we are reminded that following God often means facing criticism and choosing obedience over approval. Through Joseph’s story in Matthew 1, we see that doing the right thing isn’t always easy, but God calls us to trust Him even when others don’t understand. When we live for an audience of One, fear loses its grip and faith leads the way.

Speaker: Allison Miller

Date: December 21, 2025

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In a world full of worry, this message reminds us that God’s words to Mary—“Fear not”—are still spoken to us today. Mary’s story shows that what feels like an interruption to our plans may actually be God’s invitation into something greater. When we trust Him, even the most unexpected moments can become part of His good and beautiful purpose for our lives.

Speaker: Allison Miller

Date: December 7, 2025

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Fear feels louder than ever, but God keeps reminding us we don’t have to live controlled by it. In Zechariah’s story, we see a God who steps into our deepest worries and can do what seems completely impossible. This message invites us to pray boldly, trust fully, and shift our faith from worst-case scenarios to the God who makes all things possible.

Speaker: Allison Miller

Date: November 30, 2025

In our final week of “Untangle Your Emotions,” we learn that emotions are God-given indicators—but they only lead to growth when we choose to bring them to Him. By asking God what He wants us to know and do, we replace the enemy’s lies with God’s truth and let our emotions move us toward action, not paralysis.

Speaker: Zachary Miller

Date: November 23, 2025

Emotions are like ocean waves—we can either watch them from a distance or step in and truly experience them. Instead of letting our feelings become the engine that drives our lives, we’re invited to let God’s wisdom lead while our emotions follow. Looking at Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, we learn to pause, give ourselves permission to feel, and then ponder and pray through what we’re experiencing. When we choose to feel our emotions in healthy, intentional ways, God leads us toward healing, growth, and a life that’s more than just “fine.

Speaker: Allison Miller

Date: November 16, 2025

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Ever feel like you can’t quite find the words to express what’s going on inside? This week in our Untangle Your Emotions series, we talked about the power of naming our emotions — speaking them out loud so we can begin to heal and grow. Just like Jesus invited people to name what was happening in their hearts, God invites us to be honest about what we feel. When we name our emotions, we tame them — bringing them into the light so they no longer control us.

Speaker: Allison Miller

Date: November 9, 2025

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This week’s message in our Untangle Your Emotions series reminds us that the first step toward emotional and spiritual healing is to notice what we’re feeling. Just like the woman who reached out to touch Jesus in Mark 5, when we recognize our emotions and bring them to Him, we discover that He truly sees us and cares for us. Noticing our emotions isn’t weakness—it’s the beginning of deeper connection, healing, and wholeness with God and others.

Speaker: Allison Miller

Date: November 2, 2025

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