Grow In Faith

In today's devotional, we continue our study of Galatians 1:13-24 , where Paul defends his apostolic authority and the divine origin of his gospel message. His dramatic transformation from persecutor to preacher reveals a powerful truth: Salvation comes not through human effort, but by God's grace alone. Key insights from today's passage: Paul's radical conversion - From zealou...

In today’s devotional, we continue our journey through Galatians, moving into chapters 1 and 2 where Paul makes a bold claim: The gospel he preaches isn’t human in origin—it came by direct revelation from Jesus Christ. Paul’s story is remarkable—a former persecutor of Christians, radically transformed by an encounter with the risen Christ. His testimony challenges both the religious legalism of hi...

In today’s devotional, we continue exploring Paul’s letter to the Galatians by unpacking six key truths about the gospel: 1️⃣ The gospel starts with bad news —we are deeply broken and unable to save ourselves. 2️⃣ We contribute nothing to our rescue —Jesus doesn’t just teach or inspire; He saves. 3️⃣ Salvation is an instant work of grace —not a process we earn, but a gift we receive. 4️⃣ Grace doe...

What is the true gospel? In today’s devotional, we dive deeper into Paul’s letter to the Galatians, where he passionately defends the core message of salvation—God’s grace alone through faith in Christ. The gospel isn’t just advice or moral improvement; it’s the good news that Jesus took our sin and gave us His righteousness (2 Corinthians 5:21). We explore key passages like Romans 1:16, Ephesians...

In today’s devotional, we continue our journey through the Book of Galatians, focusing on the heart of the gospel—God’s free gift of grace, not something we can earn through rules or rituals. The Apostle Paul writes with urgency, warning the Galatians (and us) against turning away from the true gospel and falling into empty religion. Whether in the first century or today, the temptation to add our...

In 1738, a simple book reading sparked a spiritual revolution— turning religious people into true believers . The book? Martin Luther’s commentary on Galatians . The message? "You don’t have to earn God’s love—it’s already yours." This same explosive truth is what Paul fought for in his letter to the Galatians— and it’s just as radical today . 🔍 In This Devotional, You’ll Discover: The...

Paul doesn’t hold back. In this firestorm of a letter, he confronts a dangerous lie corrupting the church—one that still threatens believers today. This isn’t just a sermon—it’s a rescue mission for the gospel itself. Dive into Galatians 1 as we unpack: Why Paul SKIPS the niceties —his shocking urgency in verses 1-5 The explosive claim that sets Paul’s apostleship apart (hint: it wasn’t from men)...

What if everything you thought about Christianity was backwards ? In today’s explosive Galatians devotional, we’re tearing down religious lies and uncovering the raw, unfiltered gospel that Paul fought to defend. When false teachers infiltrated the early church, twisting God’s grace into a list of rules, Paul didn’t hold back—and neither will we. This is the real gospel, stripped of religion’s cha...

What if everything you’ve been taught about religion is wrong ? In today’s Galatians devotional, we’re uncovering the shocking truth: Christianity isn’t about rules, rituals, or earning God’s love—it’s about grace. The Apostle Paul doesn’t hold back in his fiery letter to the Galatians. He exposes religion for what it really is—a human attempt to control God—and reveals the radical freedom of the...

Is religion about following rules to earn God’s love? Or is there something deeper? In today’s Galatians devotional, we’re tackling the big question: What does it really mean to be religious? From Jeff Foxworthy’s famous “You might be a redneck” jokes to the Apostle Paul’s fiery letter to the Galatians, we’re exploring how religion can become a way of trying to control God—instead of trusting His...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the "Rhythms of Faith" devotional series! This week, Pastor Brad Coleman from Christ Church Highland Park dives into the heart of corporate worship —the act of singing together. Why do we sing? What makes lifting our voices in unison so powerful? In this video, Brad explores how singing engages us physically, emotionally, and spiritually, creating...

Welcome to another episode of the "Rhythms of Faith" devotional series! This week, Pastor Brad Coleman from Christ Church Highland Park explores the transformative power of corporate worship —specifically, the act of singing together on Sunday mornings. Using a vivid analogy of marinating meat, Brad explains how worship allows us to soak in God’s presence, tenderizing our hearts and infu...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the "Rhythms of Faith" devotional series! This week, Pastor Brad Coleman from Christ Church Highland Park dives into the transformative power of corporate worship —specifically, the act of singing together on Sunday mornings. Discover how this spiritual practice goes beyond mere words and melodies to reshape your heart, desires, and relationship wi...

Join Pastor Brad Coleman from Christ Church Highland Park in this powerful installment of the "Rhythms of Faith" devotional series as we explore the transformative power of worship. Have you ever wondered how to make living like Jesus second nature? Just like learning a language or mastering a skill, worship immerses us in God’s presence, reshaping our hearts, desires, and character over...

Welcome to the Rhythms of Faith devotional series! In this final installment on the spiritual discipline of silence, Pastor Brad Coleman from Christ Church Highland Park guides us into a powerful practice of trust. Discover how sitting in stillness and releasing control can strengthen your faith and deepen your connection with God. 🌟 What You’ll Learn: How to adopt a posture of trust, letting go...

Welcome to the Rhythms of Faith devotional series! In this episode, Pastor Brad Coleman from Christ Church Highland Park introduces the transformative practice of Centering Prayer —a powerful way to quiet your heart, soak in God’s presence, and experience His peace. Join us as we explore how silence and stillness can deepen your relationship with God and align your spirit with His. 🌟 What You’ll...

Welcome to the Rhythms of Faith devotional series! In this episode, Pastor Brad Coleman from Christ Church Highland Park explores the transformative spiritual discipline of silence. Discover how slowing down, releasing busyness, and simply sitting at the feet of Jesus can deepen your relationship with God and align your heart with His. 🌟 What You’ll Learn: Why silence is a powerful practice for s...

In a world filled with constant noise, how often do we truly sit in silence before God? Join Brad Coleman, Campus Pastor at Christchurch Highland Park, as he explores the transformative spiritual practice of silence in this week’s installment of our Rhythms of Faith devotional series. In this video, Brad shares personal insights on how silence can dismantle our dependence on accomplishment and hel...

Welcome to the final installment of our Rhythms of Faith series on Sabbath ! In this episode, Pastor Aaron from Christ Church Crossroads in Grayslake shares the four essential principles of Sabbath that can transform your life: Stop, Rest, Delight, and Worship. These principles aren’t about legalistic rules but about creating a rhythm that refreshes your soul and deepens your connection with God....

Welcome to Day 3 of our Rhythms of Faith devotional series, where we dive deeper into the transformative practice of Sabbath . In this episode, Pastor Aaron from Christ Church Crossroads explores what it truly means to embrace Sabbath—not as a day of doing nothing, but as a disciplined, intentional rhythm of rest designed to refresh our souls and realign our lives with God’s purposes. From the cha...

Welcome to Day 2 of our Rhythms of Faith devotional series, where we continue exploring the life-giving practice of Sabbath . In this episode, Pastor Aaron from Christ Church Crossroads unpacks the deeper why behind Sabbath—why we need it, why it’s so hard to embrace, and why it’s essential for our restless souls. Drawing from John Mark Comer’s The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry and timeless wisdom...

Welcome to Rhythms of Faith , a devotional series designed to help you reconnect with the spiritual rhythms that bring us closer to God. In this episode, Pastor Aaron from Christ Church Crossroads in Grayslake dives into the transformative practice of Sabbath —a commandment that often feels challenging yet holds profound wisdom for our busy lives. Starting with Exodus 20:9-11, we explore the bibli...

Welcome to the final installment of our Rhythms of Faith series on fasting! In this powerful conclusion, Pastor Aaron from Crossroads Campus dives into the heart of fasting as a spiritual discipline that draws us closer to God. Whether you’re a seasoned faster or just starting out, this episode will equip you with practical tips, biblical insights, and the inspiration you need to make fasting a tr...

Welcome to the third installment of our Rhythms of Faith series on fasting! In this episode, Pastor Aaron shares a powerful story of two lumberjacks to illustrate how fasting can help you “sharpen your axe” and regain your spiritual edge. Discover how this ancient practice can deepen your intimacy with God, revive your faith, and transform your life. 🌟 What You’ll Learn: Why fasting is not just f...

Welcome back to the Rhythms of Faith devotional series! In this episode, Pastor Aaron from Crossroads Campus dives deeper into the spiritual discipline of fasting, exploring Jesus’ powerful teachings in Matthew 6. Discover why fasting is not just an ancient practice but a transformative way to draw closer to God in your everyday life. 🌟 What You’ll Learn: Why Jesus says “when you fast” —not “if”...