Tribe Church

Just as a natural seed requires the right environment to sprout and flourish, our thoughts, like seeds, land in the soil of our minds. We actually possess the control over that environment. If a negative thought is allowed to grow, if we continually meditate on that thought, we provide the ideal conditions for it to establish an anchor root of doubt and fear deep into our heart, our inner man, and everything we do will flow from it.

We have been given simple tools to uproot that anchor root in our heart and hold those thoughts captive by intentionally cultivating a lifestyle of choosing to rejoice, pray continuously and give thanks in everything. The environment is made right for an anchor root of peace to be established deep in our heart, and we know that we will see the goodness of the Lord, no matter the situation. 

Holy Spirit teaches us that we don’t have a lot of battlefields, for the battle is the Lord’s. But one unconquered battlefield that we are responsible for is our mind. Our mind is where our spiritual warfare takes place, in the form of blame, worry, and the continual rehearsing of negative thoughts that become strongholds in our hearts. The Lord has equipped us with three spiritual, powerful, incredible weapons in the battlefield of our mind. The Bible tells us to rejoice always, pray without ceasing, and in everything give thanks. By focusing on these three tools we exchange our burdens for His peace, take every thought captive, and allow the renewing of our minds to transform us, which ultimately enables us to shine as the radiant light we were purposed to be in this world.

The question must be asked regarding the nature of the modern church: what is it truly all about? There has to be more, beyond the standard vehicles that define our Sunday mornings. What if the essential purpose of gathering is more about embracing genuine fellowship with our brothers and sisters, a fellowship that is built on the foundation of communion with our Father?

An awakening is stirring within the hearts of Believers. Like a lion arising, with a bold faith never seen before, ordinary people are leading a move of God, shifting the culture around them, simply by spending time with Him. Even in the face of adversity, Believers with bold faith are unwavering in their belief that Jesus is Lord, and that He is the answer to everything.

Our Father’s handiwork is interwoven into the very fabric of creation. We can see Him everywhere and in everything. Most importantly, He is seen in us. We are His treasures in earthen vessels, designed to be a living testament of His goodness and unwavering love. So, tell your own story of His goodness, which will always point back to Him.

In this life, valleys and mountaintops will surely come. When we view those times through the lens of love and the perspective of purpose, we are extracting everything we need in those places that will position us for glory and breakthrough. When we see the purpose, we will no longer just endure the circumstances, we will develop an endurance of spirit that will allow us see the goodness of the Lord woven through it all. 

There is so much more to the love of God than the watered down, simplistic message we’ve all heard. His love is a boundless depth that defines His very being; God is love, it’s who He is. When we truly grasp this amazing love, our response will bring a shift in our perspective, compelling us to extend that same love to everyone in the culture around us. This revelation enables us to view others through God's perfect lens of love. It’s time for us to step into the true design of the church where perfect love reigns supreme, where we know the love of God and in turn, love with that same love.

In today’s culture, worship has become correlated to music. But true, authentic worship of the Lord extends far beyond music or singing; it is about the connection between us and the Father. True worship also manifests as a sacrifice of thanks in every situation, even challenging ones. Fellowshipping with one another is also a high form of worship and honoring the Lord. Ultimately, the essence of all true worship is honoring the Father, and that is the point.

Our lives become a mirror of what we focus on. If our attention is captured by the noise of the world and the culture of its political and religious systems—we will only reflect that turmoil. But when we fix our eyes singularly on the Father, our lives will begin to reflect His image and His light. As image-bearers with our focus set firmly on Him, we are designed to awaken others and redeem this earth. Creation itself is crying out for the sons and daughters of God to be revealed—and that is us. The earth has been standing on tiptoe, and this is the moment it has been waiting for.

As we step into this new day, we must have a new mindset and perspective, understanding that this shift is meant to be sensed by the Spirit before it is fully perceived by our natural eyes. The flesh is prone to seek visible signs but our spirit is designed to always look for Him alone. Therefore, it becomes imperative to diligently guard both our minds and our eyes in this emerging glory. This means consciously setting aside our preconceived notions and our need to have everything figured out, allowing the Holy Spirit to profoundly wash us clean of any lingering baggage or past frameworks that might hinder our entry into this new reformation. He is actively imparting into us new eyes to truly see this day, infusing us with a fresh confidence and an unshakeable inner "knowing" that remains steadfast, no matter what challenges or uncertainties we may face in our lives.