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What does it mean to truly abide in Christ? Pastor Wes opens our new fall series, Becoming Mature: Five Marks of a Healthy Disciple, by taking us deep into John 15 and the powerful imagery of the vine and the branches.One of the most striking truths from the message: not every season of life is a harvest. Sometimes God prunes what is bearing fruit so it can bear even more. Those dry, difficult seasons are not signs of failure. They may be the very work of a loving Father shaping you for greater fruitfulness.The heart of abiding is this -- we do not obey God to earn His love. We obey as a response to it. When the love of Christ takes root in us, it changes our desires, our prayers, and our lives from the inside out. We would love to have you join us next Sunday as this series continues. Discussion Questions: 1. We started our “Becoming Mature” series this fall on discipleship and we looked at the first aspect of abiding - what was Standing out to you from Sundays message and why? 2. We looked at the idea of being in seasons of pruning as well as seasons of fruitfulness; can you talk about a season of pruning that you have experienced and what God taught you in that?  3. We also looked at how God’s word abiding in us changes our desires and how we pray; how have you read John 15:7 that we looked at on Sunday?  4. What is one step of obedience you can take with you from this weekends message?

Have you ever felt unseen, unheard, or forgotten? This past Sunday, we closed our "What God Did" series with a powerful testimony that reminded us of a profound truth: even in our deepest pain, Jesus sees us, hears us, and loves us. Ashley Bucknell shared her remarkable story of growing up deaf, navigating rejection, abandonment, and isolation, and how Jesus met her in the middle of it all. Like Bartimaeus in Mark 10:46-52 and the woman healed after years of suffering in Mark 5:24-34, Ashley discovered that Jesus pauses for the people others overlook. Her story is also a reminder that God does not waste our pain. He uses it to reach others who are walking the same road. Whatever season you are in, do not lose heart. He hears your prayers. He has not forgotten you.

What happens when a church opens its doors to a punk kid with tattoos who just wants to stop being alone? Vince grew up a stone's throw from Ebenezer, never knowing Jesus. After loss, depression, and a moment that nearly took his life, he walked through those doors on a random Wednesday night and found something he never expected: grace.His story is a picture of what 2 Timothy 2:1-2 calls us to -- a faith passed down from one generation to the next, multiplying through relationships, prayer, and radical welcome.The gospel has not changed. The same grace that transformed lives 2,000 years ago is still transforming lives in Saskatoon today. Who is your Timothy? Who are you pouring into?Come be part of what God is doing.

What God did for one Syrian family is a reminder that He works all things together for good -- even war, persecution, and impossible odds. Romans 8:28 was not just a verse this Sunday. It was a testimony lived out in real life.Gabi and her family fled violence in Maaloula, Syria -- a village that still speaks the language of Jesus -- and spent years as refugees before God opened a door to Canada in a miraculous way. Through their daughter Rita, a young woman with complex disabilities, the Canadian embassy was moved, and within 15 days the family had visas in hand.God does not waste suffering. He uses it to shape us, move us, and bring us closer to the image of His Son. Do not be surprised by the fiery trial, as 1 Peter 4 reminds us -- it is part of the journey.Come hear what God is doing in the lives of real people around the world.

What if the darkest place in your life was exactly where God planned to find you? This Sunday, we heard the powerful testimony of Norman Douglas -- a man who spent nearly 25 years behind bars -- and witnessed firsthand what happens when the love of God reaches someone the world had written off as a hopeless cause.Through one faithful chaplain, one small DVD player, and one note slipped onto a desk, a revival broke out inside prison walls. Norman's life was transformed, and he immediately began sharing that same hope with everyone around him -- proving that no one is ever too far gone.As Romans 8:38-39 reminds us, nothing in all creation can separate us from the love of God revealed in Christ Jesus. Not our past. Not our darkest moments. Not the walls we find ourselves behind.God has a plan for your life too. He has had one since before you were born.

What if the hardest seasons of your life were actually proof of God's faithfulness, not His absence?This week, Jeff and Heidi Friesen shared their remarkable story of back surgeries, job loss, miscarriage, and a house fire -- and through every single trial, God provided. Groceries at the door when they had nothing. A job starting the day EI ran out. An icy patch on the sidewalk that kept Heidi from the flames.As James 1 reminds us, the testing of our faith produces endurance. Trials push us toward trust, and trust deepens our love for God. Psalm 23 says it beautifully -- even in the darkest valley, the Shepherd is with us.God's faithfulness is not found in the absence of hardship. It is found in His presence through it.

What good is a light that never guides anyone home? The Statue of Liberty was once commissioned as a lighthouse — but its torch was too dim to lead a single ship to harbor. Jesus calls us to something different in Matthew 5:13-16, where he describes his followers as salt and light — not monuments, but active, purposeful, world-changing presences.Nathan and Judy Hildebrandt took one small step of faith — a simple text message — and watched God move in the lives of people around them. That is what it looks like to let your light shine.Where is God already at work in your life? A coworker, a neighbor, a friend? The call is simple: look, step, and invite. Fear wants to put a basket over your light. Faith steps out of the boat.

What if the restlessness you feel is not a problem to fix, but a longing placed there by God? Ecclesiastes 3:11 tells us that God has set eternity in the human heart -- a deep hunger that no achievement, relationship, or success can ever fully satisfy.This Sunday, we heard Xulin's remarkable story -- raised in atheist China, chasing peace through academic success and career milestones, only to find that nothing filled the emptiness. It was not until she cried out to Jesus, desperate and undone, that she finally found what she had been searching for all along.Her story is a powerful reminder that God pursues hearts across every culture, every background, and every barrier. If something feels missing in your life, that longing is pointing you somewhere -- and Someone -- worth finding.

What does it look like to truly trust God with every part of your life? This Sunday, we explored Proverbs 3:5-6 and the three calls Solomon gives us: trust in the Lord with all your heart, lean not on your own understanding, and submit to Him in all your ways.We also had the privilege of hearing Graham Tyson share his remarkable story -- from a young man searching for purpose and worth, to decades of faithful obedience as a forest officer, pastor, and counselor. His journey is a powerful reminder that God's providence is His sent-from-heaven blessing, often unrealized until we look back.As Philippians 1:6 reminds us, He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion. Whatever path you are on, God is faithful to lead those who trust Him.

What if the healing you needed was bigger than you imagined? In Mark 5, a woman who had suffered for 12 years reached out to Jesus in desperation — and he did not just restore her body. He called her "daughter" and healed her soul.This Sunday, Jacquelyn shared her own story of years of chronic pain, surrendered control, and a vision she was too afraid to hope in — until God brought it to life on a hillside at Cypress Hills.Her story is a reminder that our identity is not found in what we can do or provide. It is found in Christ alone. As Isaiah 53 tells us, by his wounds we are healed — body, soul, and spirit.

What if you caught a glimpse of heaven and had to come back? That is exactly what happened to Kim Long on November 7th, 2024. Her story is raw, real, and impossible to ignore.Kim's experience reminds us of something we can easily forget in the busyness of life: this world is not our home. As Hebrews 11 describes, we are foreigners and strangers on earth, longing for something greater. Heaven is real, God is real, and if you are still breathing, He is not finished with you yet.This summer we are diving into our series "What God Did," hearing stories of transformation from our own church family. These are not polished performances. They are honest accounts of what happens when God steps into a life and changes everything.Join us as we fix our eyes on eternity and discover what it means to truly run the race set before us (Hebrews 12:1).

Every single one of us has a testimony worth sharing. Whether you've walked with Jesus for days or decades, your story matters and has the power to strengthen faith, encourage others, and bring glory to God. In John 9, we see a powerful example of this truth. A man born blind receives his sight from Jesus, and despite opposition from religious leaders, he boldly declares: "One thing I do know. I was blind but now I see." The more he shared his story, the stronger his faith became. His testimony didn't just transform him—it challenged wrong beliefs and pointed others to Jesus. Your story isn't ultimately about you—it's about the One your story points to. When you share what God has done in your life, you're not making it about yourself; you're giving glory to Him. Be ready. Be willing. Your testimony could be exactly what someone needs to hear today.

Are you willing to share your faith? More importantly, would you actually do it?Jesus appeared to His fearful disciples hiding in a locked room and said, "Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, I am sending you." Then He breathed on them, giving them the Holy Spirit. This wasn't just comfort—it was commissioning.The gospel message is one of peace, life, and restoration. But here's the challenge: 59% of churchgoers have shared their faith two times or less in six months. Jesus calls us to go out relationally, incarnationally, with both grace and truth. He didn't send a textbook—He sent Himself. Now He sends us.Don't hold your breath. Just as we breathe in the Holy Spirit, we must breathe Him out to others. Who has God placed on your heart today? Growing as a disciple means growing OUT into the world around us.

Today, we're continuing our "Engaged" series by exploring a crucial aspect of discipleship: the inward relationship we share within the body of Christ.How do we grow together as believers? Peter gives us the blueprint in 1 Peter 4:8-10: love deeply, show hospitality without complaint, and use our gifts to serve one another. These aren't just suggestions—they're essential practices for spiritual maturity.We'll dive into the powerful concept of "paraclete"—a word describing the Holy Spirit who comes alongside us. But here's the exciting part: as the Spirit fills us, we're called to paraclete one another, stirring each other on to good works. This is the heart of authentic Christian community.Join us as we discover what it means to truly engage with our brothers and sisters in Christ and become faithful stewards of God's grace in all its forms.

In our distracted, worried, and upset world, Jesus offers a surprisingly simple solution: sit at His feet and listen. When Martha was overwhelmed with preparations and responsibilities, Jesus didn't give her a better organizational system. Instead, He pointed to Mary, who chose to sit at His feet and listen to His word. "Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her" (Luke 10:42). We're busy. We wear it like a badge of honor. But how is that actually working for our relationship with God? The most important things in life won't happen by accident—they happen because we choose to prioritize them. Jesus invites you to meet with Him daily, but He won't force you. Will you choose, like Mary, to sit at His feet? Above all the noise and demands, one thing is needed. Dwell in the house of the Lord, gaze on His beauty, and seek Him (Psalm 27:4).