Is self-forgiveness the hardest forgiveness of all? This week, we explore the struggle to accept God's grace when you're still wrestling with guilt and regret. Using David's story from Psalm 51 as a guide, we examine the barriers to self-forgiveness – closeness, compassion, consequences – and offer a practical path towards letting go and embracing the "finished" work of Christ. Are you ready to leave your rock at the foot of the cross?

Have you been hurt in a relationship? Do you struggle with forgiveness and the lasting scars that sin can leave? This week, we explore how to handle those "rocks" life throws at us – betrayal, broken promises, and deep wounds. We'll unpack Paul's powerful message in Romans, learning to drop the need for revenge, bless those who hurt us, and navigate the complexities of forgiveness. Discover how to deal with difficult people, establish healthy boundaries, and, most importantly, remember the boundless love and forgiveness that God offers us through Christ. Find freedom from the chains of bitterness and embrace the peace God wants for you.

Dive deep into the challenging yet glorious doctrine of forgiveness as we unpack a powerful parable illustrating its importance, beauty, and the comfort it offers. Explore the interconnectedness of forgiveness, pride, and humility, understanding why saying "I'm sorry" or "I forgive you" can be so difficult. Discover how holding onto resentment builds walls that isolate us, and why forgiveness is critical for flourishing relationships and communities. Learn how to look outward with eyes of forgiveness, mirroring the incredible grace and commitment God has shown us, and ultimately, how to forgive like Jesus.

Are you truly free? We explore the powerful message of freedom found in Galatians, examining not just the freedoms we cherish in our country, but the ultimate freedom from spiritual tyranny and sin. Discover how Christ has set us free and learn to stand firm against those who would try to enslave us again. But what does this freedom truly mean for how we live our lives? Discover how faith empowers us to live in service and love, guided by the Spirit, and claim the eternal freedom that is ours in Christ.

This week, delve into the profound and often misunderstood topic of forgiveness with a new multi-part series. We'll explore what forgiveness truly means from a Biblical perspective, distinguishing it from enabling sin or using it as a tool for manipulation. Using the analogy of sin as different sized rocks, we examine how God's forgiveness isn't about forgetting, but about choosing to "leave the rock alone," offering grace and compassion instead of retaliation or bitterness, and learn how we can emulate this divine forgiveness in our own relationships.

We see Joseph with a good plan that he works to good effect - many lives are saved during the terrible seven-year famine. Planning is a good and God-pleasing thing: it helps us be good stewards of his gifts and can even, as God blesses, give the opportunity to be a blessing to others. For our eternal comfort and joy, God worked a perfect plan over centuries and millenia - he sent his Son at the perfect time to save.

Key thought: Plan well.

Key thought: Work the plan.

Christians can confidently dream because we have a God who will unfailingly bless us in his good time. We may not see the fruit of our work right away, but don't give up! Even if we never see the fruit of our work on this side of heaven, never become weary of doing good and keep plugging away. The God who was faithful and sent his Son at the proper time will also, at the proper time, unfailingly grant his harvest.

Key thought: Don't give up! God will bless.

Key thought: Don't lose hope! God has blessed.

Often, people working toward good, God-pleasing dreams and goals find themselves experiencing turbulence. Why? Most simply, the old evil foe and his allies do not want Christians to succeed. They seek to tear down any good that that Christ's followers try to build. Don't fear! Don't despair! Our valiant one has already overcome the world!

Key thought: There will always be challenges.

Key thought: Our God is always bigger.

Torn between doing what's easy and what's right? Ever wonder what *really* drives your decisions? This week, we dive into the timeless story of Joseph and Potiphar's wife, exploring the profound wisdom of "knowing your why." Discover how Joseph's unwavering faith gave him the clarity to resist temptation and how this ancient story echoes in our lives today. We'll also unpack how understanding our core purpose, both individually and as a community, can guide us through life's toughest challenges, drawing inspiration from the story of Pentecost and the teachings of Jesus. Get ready to be inspired to live a life of purpose, guided by love and a deep understanding of whom you truly serve.

Joseph dreamed dreams, and those around him dreamed dreams. Dreams and dreaming can be a wonderful thing, and, through the lens of Joseph's story, we're going to see that it's good for us to dream... even if not everyone is going to like our dreams.