Who are you following?Every one of us is being led by something — our desires, our fears, our culture, our circumstances, or our own understanding. But Psalm 23 begins with a simple declaration that changes everything: “The Lord is my shepherd.”In this message, we begin our journey through Psalm 23 by discovering what it really means to have God as our Shepherd. Like sheep, we are vulnerable, easily distracted, and in desperate need of direction. But we have a Shepherd who knows us, provides for us, guides us, protects us, and loves us personally.David doesn’t promise that life will always be easy. He reminds us that when the Lord is our Shepherd, we never have to walk through life alone.And when the Shepherd is truly leading us, we can say with confidence: “I shall not want.”The question is simple: Do you know the Shepherd, or do you just know the Psalm?

Speaking in tongues is one of the most misunderstood topics in the Christian faith, yet the Bible commands believers to earnestly desire spiritual gifts. There are two distinct forms of tongues described in Scripture: a public gift given to certain believers that requires interpretation, and a private spiritual language available to all believers for personal prayer and growth. Praying in tongues offers four powerful biblical benefits: speaking directly to God, receiving spiritual insight, building up your faith, and expanding the potential of your prayers beyond the limits of human language. You do not need a special setting or dramatic experience to receive this gift. Simply come to God with hunger and ask. Whether you have never prayed in tongues, have drifted away from it, or have no words at all, God meets you exactly where you are.

What would it look like to live for and from communion with the Father?Guest speaker Jeremy Robertson from Vertical Life Church takes us to Exodus 33 and the moment Moses refuses to move forward without the presence of God. Moses understood that God’s presence wasn’t simply something to experience—it was the foundation for everything God had called him to do.A presence-driven life isn’t about doing more for God. It’s about learning to live with God — and allowing everything we do to flow from that communion."A presence-driven life is to live for and from communion with the Father.” — Jeremy RobertsonIf you’ve been striving, distracted, or trying to accomplish God’s purposes in your own strength, this message is an invitation to slow down, draw near, and rediscover the power of God’s presence.

Everyone has an opinion about Jesus—but the Jesus of Scripture is far more than a therapist, life coach, mascot, or moral teacher.In Hebrews 1:1–4, we see Jesus revealed as Prophet, Priest, and King. He is the Prophet who speaks the truth of God, the Priest who bears our guilt and shame, and the King who reigns with complete authority. You don't get to pick and choose which parts of Jesus you want—He is the whole Christ.Jesus is Prophet — so listen.Jesus is Priest — so draw near.Jesus is King — so submit.In this message, we look at what each of these roles means and why seeing Jesus clearly changes the way we follow Him.

Failure is inevitable. But what if failure doesn't have to be final?Every one of us will experience failure. Even the people God used most throughout Scripture—Jacob, Moses, David, Jonah, Manasseh, and Peter—had moments when they fell short, made terrible decisions, or walked away from what God had called them to do. But their failures weren't the end of their stories.God's grace doesn't minimize our failures; it overcomes them. In this message, we'll discover what it means to fail forward, learn from our mistakes, embrace repentance, and trust that God can still use our lives after we've fallen short.What failure are you allowing to define you? Your past may be part of your story, but it doesn't have to be the final chapter. Through Jesus, there is always the possibility of redemption, restoration, and a new beginning.

The people closest to you will either strengthen your calling—or slowly pull you away from it.Samson's downfall didn't begin with a battle. It began with a relationship. In Judges 16, we see how one compromised relationship led one of Israel's strongest men to trade his God-given purpose for temporary pleasure. This message explores how to recognize the different kinds of people in your life, why seeking the approval of others can cost you your calling, and how compromise rarely happens all at once.No matter how far you've drifted or what you've surrendered along the way, your story doesn't have to end in failure. Discover how God's grace meets us even in our weakest moments and why your identity is too valuable to trade for anyone's approval.

What chains are keeping you from becoming the person God created you to be?Samson was a man of incredible strength, but his greatest battles weren't against the Philistines—they were against anger, revenge, betrayal, and the chains of his own choices. In Judges 15, we discover how unresolved pain can fuel destructive cycles, why revenge never delivers what it promises, and how Jesus came to set captives free.No matter what has held you back—addiction, shame, fear, unforgiveness, guilt, or the weight of past mistakes—there is freedom available through Christ. This message reveals how Samson's story ultimately points to Jesus, the One who breaks every chain and offers grace that is greater than our failures.If this message encouraged or challenged you:💬 Join the conversation in the comments📤 Share it with someone wrestling with this topic🔔 Subscribe for more biblical teaching that tackles difficult questions with both truth and grace.#Samson #Judges15 #FreedomInChrist #JesusBreaksChains #Grace #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #Faith #Church #Hope

What if you're not struggling to find your purpose—but to understand your identity?Samson had incredible strength, a divine calling, and the potential to be a hero. But Judges 13 reveals a deeper truth: purpose flows from identity. When you don't know who you are, you'll look for identity in what you own, what you accomplish, who loves you, what you hope for, or even what you've been through.In this message, we'll look at Samson's story and discover why we often chase purpose before settling the more important question: *Who am I?* Your purpose isn't something you have to manufacture. When your identity is rooted in Christ, purpose begins to grow naturally from who God has made you to be.You are chosen. Redeemed. Adopted. A new creation. God's workmanship. And in Christ, your identity is settled before your performance ever begins.Subscribe for more messages and content from Christ Chapel, and share this message with someone who needs to be reminded of who they are in Christ.

Everyone has a story—but what if your story is one of God's greatest tools?In Ephesians 2, Paul gives us a simple framework for every testimony: *I Was... But God... I Am.* Before Christ, we were spiritually dead. But God, rich in mercy, stepped into our story with grace. Now, because of Jesus, we are forgiven, redeemed, and made new.In this message, you'll discover why your testimony matters, how God uses ordinary people to display His extraordinary grace, and why the chapter you're living today may become someone else's reason to hope tomorrow.If you've ever wondered whether your story is worth telling, this message will remind you that your testimony isn't ultimately about your past—it's about God's faithfulness.If this message encouraged or challenged you:👍 Like the video💬 Join the conversation in the comments📤 Share it with someone wrestling with this topic🔔 Subscribe for more biblical teaching that tackles difficult questions with both truth and grace.#ChristChapel #Testimony #Ephesians2 #Grace #Gospel #Faith #Jesus #ChristianSermon #Hope

What if the greatest obstacle to your calling isn't a lack of ability—but fear?In 2 Timothy 1, the Apostle Paul writes to Timothy from a prison cell with one final challenge: *"Fan into flame the gift of God."* Timothy didn't need a new gift. He needed the courage to use the one God had already given him.In this message, we explore three life-changing truths:

• God has already given you what you need.
• God has already done what you could never do.
• God has entrusted you with something worth protecting.

Whether you've felt disqualified, discouraged, or distracted, this message is a reminder that your confidence isn't found in yourself—it's found in Christ. The same Holy Spirit who placed God's calling in your life is the One who empowers you to live it out.If you've ever wondered whether God can still use you, or if fear has kept you from taking your next step of faith, this message is for you.👇 We'd love to hear from you:*What gift has God placed in your life that you need to "fan into flame" again?* Share it in the comments below.If this message encouraged you:👍 Like the video💬 Join the conversation📤 Share it with someone who needs this reminder🔔 Subscribe for more biblical teaching each week.#2Timothy #FanIntoFlame #FaithOverFear #ChristianLiving #BibleTeaching #SpiritualGrowth #HolySpirit #Calling #Faith #JesusChrist #Encouragement #Discipleship