Aug 24 2025 Freedom From Envy Pastor Stacey Sampson by The Father's House Church Morinville

Lust is one of those battles we don’t often talk about—but most people fight it. It’s sneaky, destructive, and everywhere. The good news? It doesn’t have to win. Jesus came to break chains and set you free. There’s hope, healing, and a future worth running toward.

Wrath is more than getting angry—it’s anger that’s been left to grow, harden, and seek revenge. This week, we’ll look at the difference between healthy, God-given anger and the destructive pull of wrath, and how Scripture calls us to trade it for the fruit of the Spirit—learning to forgive, let go, and respond with patience, peace, and self-control.

Ever feel spiritually stuck—like your faith is on the couch while God is calling you to move? This Sunday, we’re talking about sloth—not just laziness, but the quiet apathy that can pull us away from God’s best. Pastor Skylar will share simple, practical ways to trade sloth for Spirit-led diligence, so we can find purpose in our work, joy in our rest, and fresh passion in our walk with Christ.

Gluttony isn’t just about food—it’s about anything we turn to for comfort, satisfaction, or escape. From bingeing media to shopping sprees, we live in a culture of overindulgence. But the answer isn’t just more willpower—it’s a heart re-centered on Christ.

Why is it so hard to feel like we have enough? In today's message, Pastor Hayward talks about the pull of greed, how it shows up in our lives, and what Jesus teaches about living with contentment and generosity. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the cycle of always wanting more, this message is for you.

Pride has a way of getting in the way—of our relationships, our peace, and even our walk with God. But Jesus shows us a better way. This Sunday, we’re talking about humility: what it really looks like, how it brings us closer to God, and how it changes the way we see others (and ourselves).

We all face the pull of sin—pride, anger, envy, and more. But the good news is, we don’t have to stay stuck there. Through Christ, we can move from struggle to strength. This summer at TFH, we’re diving into the seven deadly sins and how God gives us the power to overcome.

As we celebrate Canada this week, we’re also reminded that the greatest nation we belong to is God’s joyful nation — the Church. Despite the hardships of life, we’ve been chosen, called out of darkness, and invited into His wonderful light. As citizens of His Kingdom, we get to live with purpose, offer our lives in worship, and let the joy of knowing God shine for the world to see. If you’re longing for that joy, we’d love to help you find your way home.

Joy isn’t just for the good days — it’s meant to be part of the whole journey. You were created in joy by a God who delights in you, carried by His joy through all of life’s ups and downs, and destined for a future full of joy with Him. No matter where life finds you right now, there’s joy woven into your story