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We all say we don’t have enough time, but what if the problem isn’t time? What if it’s what we’re giving our time to? This Sunday, we’re getting brutally honest about what matters, what doesn’t, and what the Bible tells us about how we should use it.

Sometimes we put our hope in things that look like the real thing, but only one source can truly save us. In this powerful message from Numbers 21, discover why the answer isn’t found in the symbol, but in the Savior.

What happens when fear becomes louder than faith? In this message from Numbers 13–14, we explore the story of the twelve spies and the radically different perspective of Caleb and Joshua. The obstacles were real, but so was God’s promise. Discover how our posture shapes our perspective, why fear can distort reality, and what it means to stay faithful, persevere, and boldly say, “Give me this mountain!”

In this message from Desert Stories, we follow Moses and the Israelites to Mount Sinai, where God establishes His covenant and gives His people the law. But the law was never meant to be a path to salvation; it revealed humanity’s sin and pointed toward the need for something greater. This message explores the difference between living under the law and living under God’s grace, and how Jesus brings us into a new covenant marked by freedom, love, and transformed hearts.

Moses had a lot on his plate, and Jethro saw something he couldn’t see for himself. In this episode, we explore the wisdom of receiving correction, choosing the right voices to speak into our lives, and knowing when it’s time to put something down.

In this message from Deuteronomy 8 we explore the purpose of the “Manna Season”; those seasons when life feels lean, uncertain, and dependent on God. We discover how wilderness seasons build character, humility, and trust, while seasons of abundance challenge us to remain grateful and remember the One who provided it all.

In Exodus 17, we discover how to change the landscape of our lives by cultivating gratitude and making prayer our first response. As Israel faced hardship in the wilderness, their grumbling revealed a deeper struggle with trust and faith. This message challenges us to replace grumbling with gratitude and desperation with prayer, trusting that when we pray, God works.

The wilderness isn’t wasted; it’s where God teaches us to walk by faith. In Exodus 17, Israel discovers that following God doesn’t eliminate the battles; it changes how we fight them. As they face Amalek, we see the partnership of obedience and God’s sovereignty, the importance of carrying one another, and ultimately a picture pointing to Jesus—the victory we could never achieve on our own. Our rescue didn’t stop at the Red Sea.

This Sunday we dig into 1 John 5 and how Jesus fulfills the meaning of Passover as the true Lamb of God. We unpack how the witnesses of the Spirit, the water, and the blood confirm who Jesus is and testify that eternal life is found in Him. Join us as we see how these powerful witnesses strengthen our confidence that Jesus is the Son of God.

This Sunday we explore 1 John chapter 4 and what it means to live in authentic love. Because God is love, those who truly know Him will reflect His love in the way they treat others. Join us as we unpack how abiding in God frees us from fear and empowers us to love one another genuinely.

1 John 1–2 uncovers the powerful truth about who Jesus really is—eternal, not created, fully God and fully human. John reminds us that our faith is rooted in a real, historical Savior who stepped into our world. But this isn’t just theology—it’s deeply personal. As we walk in the light and get honest about our sin, we discover the freedom and forgiveness found in Him. Real confession leads to real transformation.

Money reveals more about our hearts than we often realize. In this episode, we explore the wisdom of Proverbs and what it teaches about handling money in a way that honors God. From diligence and generosity to avoiding the traps of debt and greed, Proverbs gives practical guidance for stewarding our finances with wisdom, integrity, and trust in the Lord. Discover how godly financial habits shape both our lives and our faith.

Anger is a natural human emotion - but what does it look like to handle it in a way that honors God? In this episode, we turn to the wisdom of Proverbs to explore how Scripture helps us understand anger, slow our reactions, and respond with wisdom instead of regret. Discover practical, biblical insights for recognizing what’s beneath our anger and learning how God shapes our hearts to respond with patience, humility, and self-control.

We dive into Romans 10 and unpack God’s heart for the nations—how can they believe unless they hear, and how can they hear unless someone is sent? We explore the dual calling every believer carries: to go boldly with the Gospel where Christ is not known, and to faithfully send, support, and sustain those who do. Discover the beauty of “beautiful feet,” the urgency of the message we carry, and the practical ways our obedience—whether across the street or across the ocean—participates in God’s redemptive plan for the world.

Jesus didn’t call us just to believe—He called us to follow and multiply. In this episode, we explore what it truly means to be a disciple maker, moving beyond decisions to intentional relationships that help others grow in Christ. Discover practical, everyday ways you can invest in people and live out the mission of making disciples where you are.