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Habits: Week 3 | Scripture over Scrolling 📱

How many miles does your thumb travel every day? 📱
We spend hours scrolling through feeds that leave us feeling empty, yet we struggle to find five minutes for the Book that offers life.
In this third installment of our Habits series we offer a challenge: Scripture over Scrolling. It’s not about legalism; it’s about choosing a better rhythm for your soul.
Join us as we learn how to:
Swap digital noise for God's peace.
Make Bible study a "sticky" habit that actually lasts.
Hear God’s voice over the "ping" of notifications.
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HABITS:Week 2 | 🏈 You Weren’t Meant to Run the Race Alone!

Lean On Me: Why Even the Pros Need Accountability | H.A.B.I.T.S. (Week 2)
Description: "I run with purpose in every step." — 1 Corinthians 9:26
Welcome to Week 2 of our series, H.A.B.I.T.S.
This week we dive into the power of Accountability. We often think of accountability as a "policing" tool, but the Bible shows us it's actually a "healing" tool. In this message, we explore: How NFL stars use the YouVersion Bible App (along with its 1 billion+ global users) to stay disciplined.
Why "sharing our burdens" is the only way to build a foundation that lasts (1 Corinthians 3:11-15).
Practical ways to start a "Plan with Friends" and use the "Talk It Over" feature to grow together.
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HABITS: Hanging Out With God | Week 1

Most New Year’s resolutions fail by next Friday—a day known as "Quitter’s Day."
📉 But following Jesus isn't about a one-time wish; it's about a daily habit. In this kickoff to our new series, we explore why "Hanging Out with God" is the essential first step in running the race of faith. Learn the "Jesus Pattern" of prayer and how to turn your spiritual life from manual to automatic. 🏃‍♂️💨
Let's tackle a few thoughts:
Why gyms get empty by week two.
The incredible story of champion swimmer Jessica Long.
5 practical ways to build a prayer habit that sticks.
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Did the Grinch Get the Gospel Right? - Lights, Camera, CHRISTmas! Week 5

The wrapping paper is in the bin, the "new" has worn off the gifts, and the holiday hype is behind us. But what if the story isn't over? 🎁
In our final message of the year, we’re looking at why the Grinch didn't just stay on the mountain—he turned the sleigh around. From the "Who-ville" return trip to the story of a charred Stradivarius violin, we explore God not as a "scrap metal dealer," but as a Master Restorer.
Watch to discover:
Why the "Sunday After" is the start of the Long Game.
The difference between coping with a mess and total restoration.
Don't just "cope" with the post-holiday slump. Join us to see how the Master is making all things new.
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Is Love Enough to Stop the Chaos? - Lights, Camera, CHRISTmas! Week 4

Welcome to "Lights, Camera, Christmas!"
In this series, we step out of the holiday rush to examine the core themes of Advent through the eyes of the Christmas story characters.
A Surprise for Week 4... 🕯️
Today we will light the 4th candle of Advent—the candle of Love and unpack the faithfulness of Mary as a model for how we can live our lives in this crazy time.
If you feel 'entangled' in the mess of the news or the stress of the season, this message is for you. We’re mapping our fears to a Love that is stronger than the shadows. Don’t let the darkness extinguish your light. The King is on the move.
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Why Is It So Hard to Find Joy at Christmas? Lights, Camera CHRISTmas! Week 3

Week 3: Joy – The Astonished Messenger
The holidays are supposed to be about joy, but for many of us, they just become a stressful chase for happiness—the perfect gift, the perfect party, the perfect moment. We spend so much energy pursuing that "peak experience," only to find that happiness is fragile and often leads to disappointment or exhaustion (think of the chaos of a traffic jam on Mount Everest! ).
But what if the greatest joy isn't something you chase?
Big Idea: Jesus offers joy in the midst of pain.
In Week 3 of Lights, Camera, CHRISTmas, we look at the Shepherds, the unlikeliest recipients of the greatest news ever announced. They were terrified when the sky opened up, proving that the announcement of great joy often happens in the middle of chaos and fear, not after it's gone.
Join us as we explore the Shepherds' story and learn how to claim the indestructible joy that Jesus provides—a joy rooted in the truth of Romans 8:1 (NLT): "So now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus." This Christmas, stop chasing the peak and step into the stable. Find the "great joy" that is available to all people, no matter what you're dealing with.
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🤯 How Can You Find True Peace Amidst the Chaos of CHRISTmas?

Forget the silent night. The very first Christmas was messy, tense, and incredibly chaotic—especially for Joseph and Mary!
In this message, we unpack the dramatic, stressful, real-life events of Jesus's birth and discover the powerful antidote to holiday anxiety: Jesus offers peace in the midst of chaos.
We look at Joseph’s journey and find a blueprint for maintaining peace when life falls apart:
Why he chose not to let fear decide his actions.
How he protected his relationships despite incredible tension.
The key to not letting chaos ruin your moment.
➡️ Click to discover the 3 critical actions you can take this week to stop adding to the chaos and start finding real, lasting peace.
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Is Hope Just Wishing, or Is It a Certainty?

Welcome to "Lights, Camera, Christmas!"
In this series, we step out of the holiday rush to examine the core themes of Advent through the eyes of the Christmas story characters.
This week focuses on HOPE. We dive into the prophecy of Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 to understand why Christian hope is a confident certainty—not a fragile wish—because it's anchored in the promised King.
Big Idea: Jesus is the promised King who brings certain and confident hope to a world in darkness.
The Four Guarantees: We unpack the names of the Messiah—Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace—as guarantees of God's plan.
Local Connection: Pastor Tom shares reflections and a clip from his final broadcast with Mark Zimmerman of Heartfelt Radio, illustrating how hope endures through change. 
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