Holiness isn’t a suggestion—it’s the standard. God calls His people to live set apart, not to confuse the world but to reveal Christ clearly. This week we’ll unpack what it really means to be holy: separated from worldliness, dedicated to service, and wholly fixated on Jesus.

Be Holy.

Jesus says, “I am the vine; you are the branches.” This isn’t a slogan—it’s a survival plan. In John 15, we learn the branch has one job: abide. Connection produces fruit, pruning multiplies it, and apart from Jesus we accomplish nothing of eternal value. This week, move from contact to connection, trade independence for dependence, and let your life grow heavy with fruit to the Father’s glory.

Built To Be a Branch

Feeling stuck in your walk with Jesus? This week in John 15 we’ll talk about the Vine, the Vinedresser, and why God’s painful pruning is the path to deeper growth—and more fruit than you ever imagined.

Growing Pains

When evil feels overwhelming, remember this: Jesus wins. From John 16:33, we’ll face the reality of persecution, watch courage rise in the church, see the gospel advance, and cling to the peace of our Overcoming Savior.

Overwhelming Evil, Overcoming Savior

“Vine Life” returns to John 15, where Jesus calls us to abide, endure pruning, and bear fruit—the visible evidence of real discipleship. We unpack why fruit matters: it glorifies the Father, draws people to the kingdom, and proves we belong to Christ. Expect practical, heart-level questions about your own growth and an invitation to let the Vinedresser form you for “fruit → more fruit → much fruit.” Ready to taste and see that the Lord is good? 🍇🌱

Fruit

God expects fruit from lives He’s planted, and Jesus—our gracious gardener—advocates, cultivates, and gives us space to repent and grow. But the window isn’t endless; opportunity to respond and to bear fruit is limited. Let’s examine our roots, embrace repentance, and live fruitfully for His glory—now.

Lessons From a Pearable Tree

A powerful finale to the Vine Life series from Psalm 1: the truly “fine life” is the one rooted in Christ. When we abide in Him, our lives are rooted in everlasting life, filled with divine purpose, and prosper in spiritual fruitfulness. Like a tree planted by streams of water, the believer thrives—not because of circumstances, but because of the life of Christ within. It’s not about success the world defines, but about flourishing in the will of God. The vine life really is the fine life.

VINE LIFE = FINE LIFE

What does kindness look like in the kingdom of God?
This week’s message, Kingdom Kindness, looks at David’s compassion toward Mephibosheth in 2 Samuel 9—a powerful picture of God’s grace toward us. When we were broken and undeserving, Jesus sought us out, spared our lives, and gave us a seat at His table. Now, we’re called to show that same kindness to a world that’s hurting.

Kingdom Kindness

Feeling like your trust has been shaken? 💔

This week’s message walks through David’s story in Psalm 56 and shows how to heal from trust trauma. When people fail you or life feels unstable, you can still anchor your heart in God’s character, strength, and Word—because He’s faithful, He’s near, and He’s for you.

Healing Your Trust Trauma

Let's explore one of Scripture’s strangest moments—when King Saul, desperate to hear from God, turns to a medium to summon the prophet Samuel from the dead. What follows is a sobering reminder of how disobedience and desperation can lead us into dangerous territory. This message confronts the lure of darkness, the reality of spiritual warfare, and the importance of trusting God even when He seems silent—because while the enemy’s power is real, our God reigns supreme over every realm.

Built To Be a Branch

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