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Dynamic Duos: Ruth and Naomi (Loyalty)

Sneak Peek: What Are You Truly Loyal To? 🏈

We all have something we pledge allegiance to, maybe it's a favorite sports team or brand. But what happens when life throws an unexpected curveball and your loyalty is truly tested?

Next week, we're diving into the powerful, emotional story of Ruth and Naomi (Ruth 1:1-18) to discover what real, life-altering loyalty looks like when everything falls apart. It's a story that reveals the heart of God's provision.

Plus, we'll give you a simple challenge to put this lesson into practice by supporting a local business or organization this week.

Ready to see how Ruth's devotion changes everything? Click in to prepare for the sermon!

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Faith Like A Child: Dependency

n a world that never stops, we often find ourselves clinging to crutches that get us through the day. We're talking about those things we just can't seem to live without. Think about it: could you go a whole day without a cup of coffee (or three)? How about a day without your phone, a tool that keeps you connected, entertained, and organized all at once? Or what about the one we all lean on for answers—Google?

The truth is, we’ve all become dependent on something. But what if we were asked to give one of them up for a year? Which one would be the hardest for you to lose? And what does that dependency say about where we find our true nourishment? CLICK FOR THIS WEEKS QUESTION

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Faith Like A Child: Saying Sorry

Join us next week as we dive into the art (or lack thereof) of the apology. We'll look at John the Baptist's message of repentance in Mark 1:4-5 and reflect on what it means to truly turn away from our wrongs. This week's practice challenges us to offer our own sincere apology, whether it's for a major transgression or a minor misstep. And we'll conclude with a powerful prayer of confession, acknowledging our need for God's mercy and forgiveness.

Come ready to share your thoughts on the worst apologies you've witnessed, and leave with a renewed sense of the power of a genuine "I'm sorry."

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Faith Like A Child: Play

Are you feeling the pressure to do more, be more, and have more? We’re so focused on the next big thing that we often forget about the simple joys right in front of us. Next week, we’re challenging that mindset and exploring an ancient truth that might surprise you. Get ready to discover the one thing you can do to find true contentment in a world that never stops chasing—find out what it is by clicking here.

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Beloved Community: Freedom of Justice

We often think of love as a feeling, but what if it's actually an action? This next week's sermon explores the powerful concept of Agape love, which Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. called the "Beloved Community in action." As we examine the essential components of building a strong community, we'll see that none of them can stand without the "mortar" of justice. This is a call to not only love our neighbors, but to actively work to eliminate the barriers that separate us.

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Beloved Community: Inclusivity & Reconciliation

In a world that often feels disconnected, how do we build a community that feels like home? This past Sunday, we looked at the early church in Acts 2:37-42 and saw a picture of what's possible when people come together to learn, grow, and give. This week, let's go deeper into the call to create spaces where everyone belongs. Read on for some reflection questions and two practices to help you get started.

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