Grace Abounds
...the good news is that all we have to do is trust Jesus to forgive us and He will make us into a completely new creation! ...
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How Community Transformed Isolation into Friendship
"The amount of growth I’ve experienced from being terrified to go to a group where I didn’t know anyone, to having group be the highlight of my week, is not something I could’ve comprehended a year ago."...
How Feeling Known Led to Trusting God Deeper
“I know God is not done with me yet and I need to trust in His plan. The love he has for His children will never end and it is so strong.”-London White...
Remembering Sacrifice: The 800-Mile March of Lester Schrenk and the True Meaning of Memorial Day
“As we remember Lester and countless others who endured so much, we’re reminded that the greatest acts of love often come through sacrifice.”...
How Genuine Connection Deepened Kyleigh’s Faith
"God knew I needed a deeper relationship with Him, and He graciously led me here through my fiancé. I’ve never felt more seen, known, and connected."...
How Compassionate Community Brings Lasting Connection
“What we think makes North Valley so special is how much the staff cares for the congregation. From the first moment that we came, we felt seen and welcomed.”...
How Worship Arts Impacts a Secure Foundation
"Becoming a part of the worship team really saved me from who I am as a person. It’s held me accountable given me a purpose; it’s helped me feel fulfilled in my faith.“...
How Giving God Control Impacts Fruitful Leadership
“If fear is holding you back, it is not of the Holy Spirit. Don’t be scared to do what God has called you to do—He will reward it!”...
How Intentional Relationships Impact Internal Transformation
“I am constantly reminded of how good God is and how many beautiful people there are in life who don’t judge me. I cannot believe the joy I get from serving… It reminds me that ‘it’s Jesus, others, and you.’”...
How a Family-Friendly Environment Impacts Lasting Connections
“Being part of the community has been such a huge part of our journey. It’s brought us closer as a family and made us so much bolder in our faith.”...
How Generational Serving Impacts Purpose
"It’s incredible how the messages resonate and stay with you throughout the week, and seeing my family members run towards service with God-given talents is powerful."...
All People Sin
It is important to admit that we have all sinned and that our punishment for sinning is death. But the best news of all is that if we admit our need for help, then all we have to do is receive the medicine...
Keep ReadingLight is Truth
Have you ever heard the phrase, “She talks the talk but doesn’t walk the walk”? This means that someone’s actions aren’t lining up with what she claims to believe. This is very similar to how John refers to the illustration of light in vs. 7. ...
Keep ReadingFellowship in Light
Have you ever been “it” for the pool game Marco Polo? Isn’t it odd to be so separated from everyone else who can see when you are supposed to tag them with your eyes closed? It can easily feel discouraging, like you will never be able find anyone else to tag. ...
Keep ReadingGod is Light
Have you ever noticed how different light and darkness are from each other? At night when you lie down in the darkness to fall asleep, even the smallest of nightlights can seem bright!...
Keep ReadingJoy
Can you remember a time you got to hold a newborn baby in your arms? Can you remember or imagine the moment you will get to hold your very own baby in your arms for the first time? It might make you wonder what that precious new child will be like when they grow up or what all they will get to do in their lives. ...
Keep ReadingFellowship
Yesterday we talked about the importance of sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others. What is John’s reason for sharing the good news? In verse 3, John explains that it is “so that you too may have fellowship with us.”...
Keep ReadingResponse
Are there moments in your life that are just too amazing to keep to yourself? Maybe you find sunsets to be the most beautiful sight in the world! Maybe you think nothing is more precious than a newborn baby’s laugh. Maybe roller coasters give you the biggest thrill ever! ...
Keep ReadingThe Author’s Authority
Has a friend ever told you a story that was so outrageous you questioned whether it could be true? Maybe before you believed the story you needed to ask, “Did you really see this with your own eyes?” This is probably how people felt about the gospel, or the good news, of Jesus Christ, which we talked about yesterday. This good news sounds too good to be true!...
Keep ReadingThe Word of Life
Have you ever received news that was so good that you could feel excitement spread through your entire body? Maybe you were so happy that you wanted to jump up and down or do a somersault. It is especially easy to feel this kind of intense excitement if this good news affects not only the rest of your day or your week, but also your entire life into eternity! ...
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