A commitment to sexual purity can be a challenge. We need filters to protect three places of vulnerability in our lives: the eyes, the mind, and the heart. Unwise decisions in the area of sexuality often begin with "the eyes."

We all have different views when it comes to issues of sexuality. Yet, many of us agree that we've made decisions in the area of sexuality that we regret. We may have shared intimate moments with someone who proved to be untrustworthy. We may have compromised our values or ignored our conscience. We may have made decisions in the moment without thinking about the long-term ramifications.

Achan's confession in Joshua 7:20-21 helps us identify the five steps of sin and sets the stage to a series we hope will help you discover how you can filter out impurities and experience intimacy the way God intended.

The Missions team share testimonies and experiences from 2012 Jamaica Missions Trip

We are committed to creating a culture where people are loved and unconditionally accepted, feel safe to explore faith, and find it is easy to know Christ. God takes us "as-is" and then transforms us into His likeness through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. God desires us to be authentic, not pretentious. The church is not to be condemning, but loving.

RELEVANCE TO CULTURE IS ESSENTIAL

We are committed to engaging our culture for Jesus Christ. As missionaries to our culture and community, we must minister intentionally to make an impact. The "language" and style in which we minister is determined by our context. This requires a relentless commitment to change, innovation, creativity, and spiritual transformation. The church is not to be marginalized, but influential.

GOD HAS A HEART FOR LOST PEOPLE AND SO SHOULD WE.

God closes doors to redirect us. Therefore, we must trust His sovereignty.

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(This message was delivered at a joint New Year's Eve Celebration between The Bridge and Triumphant church in Hyattsville, MD.

As we approach the New Year, we are all focused on becoming transformed.

We all want to improve. Each year people commit to making resolutions for

transformation. Some people try to quit smoking, many people will return to the

gym or buy yet another piece of home-gym equipment. People will pursue their

education, others will pursue generosity and charity. No matter who you are, it is

natural at a time of the New Year to focus on the concept of Transformation.

Today we will look at a place of BIBLICAL TRANSFORMATION.

Be generous with what you have.