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Have you ever felt like you didn't belong? Like you were too broken, too loud, or just too "different" to fit in at church? In this kickoff to our At The Movies series, we look at the animated classic Ice Age to discover the secret of true community. We explore how a Mammoth (with a dark past), a Sloth (with no social awareness), and a Tiger (with a hidden agenda) formed an unlikely family—not by...

We often talk about "seeing" others, but the most life-changing truth is that God sees you. In this series finale of Love in Action, we recap the incredible stories of the last 6 weeks—from broken master's degrees to prison gift deliveries—and land on the ultimate theology: Predestination. We dive into Ephesians 1 and 1 Peter 1 to discover that you are not an accident. God had a blueprint for your...

We all love seeing our name on a gift, but what about the other labels we carry? "Worthless." "Disappointment." "Unloved." In this episode, Meagan explores the "Labels" that imprison us and how the Christmas story was God's radical plan to rename humanity. She breaks down the "scandalous" cast of the first Christmas (a pregnant teen, a tradie, and some shepherds called 'sinners') and shares a hear...

Can a single conversation change your eternity? In this episode, Pauline takes us back to the days of dial-up internet and ICQ to share how a random message from a stranger named "Lad of Destiny" led her to Jesus (and marriage). We also dive into the book of Acts to see how God uses "ordinary threads"—simple conversations and acts of kindness—to weave His story. Plus, we hear the incredible testim...

Episode Title: I Woke Up in a Stranger’s House (From Orphan to Heir) Episode Description: Have you ever felt like you didn't belong? Like you were on the outside looking in? In this moving message, Len shares his personal story of waking up at 5 years old in a blended family he didn't recognize. He explores the deep "Orphan Spirit" many of us carry—even as adults—and how the Christmas story is act...

Are you exhausted from trying to earn your worth? In a world that demands we have the right degrees, the right job, and the right "image," it’s easy to feel invisible when we don't measure up. But what if God isn't looking for your credentials? In this episode, we strip away the religious expectations and get real about what actually matters. Ps. Michael shares a vulnerable story about the time an...

This episode explores beyond superficial gaze to seeing that ignites action—echo God's Christmas love. Stories of kindness, bias barriers, and practical steps (hampers, kids' market) inspire multiplying small acts. See, lean in, change everything! Timestamps/Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro: Lovely City Hamper - Being Seen 00:01:25 - Small Acts' Impact: Texts, Meals, Kindness Marks 00:02:07 - Looking vs...

Series finale: Transform via self-laughter—God's joy as strength (Neh 8:10)! Laugh at mishaps, with others, in faith to defy despair. Elevator fails to victory dances: Don't focus on hills; trust the punchline. Red challenge: Spot red, tap joy. Worship through chuckles—He's good now! Timestamps/Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro: Laugh to Live - Self-Laughter Confession 00:00:53 - Embarrassment Struggles:...

Week 2 of "Hilarious": Discover God's wit in chaos! From Halloween dilemmas to bungled church visits, explore how laughter honors holiness, defies despair, and affirms divine control. Personal stories, Bible sarcasm (Gal 5:12), and imagined heavenly chats prove God laughs with us. Embrace absurdity for growth—trust Him in the funny! Timestamps/Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro: Holiness & Humor; Life...

Proof God's got jokes? Enter the "Hilarious" series with Megs spotlighting divine whimsy via Balaam's chatty donkey (Num 22). From angel roadblocks to arguing animals, see how God hilariously redirects the stubborn. Life's absurdities (wrong doors, stair tumbles) mirror His creative interventions—embrace the mess for growth, faith, and fun. Who's laughing with the Lord? Timestamps/Chapters: 00:00:...

Unlock freedom by releasing what's blocking God's flow in your life. Through stories of stalled growth, biblical calls to maturity, and practical surrender steps, discover how letting go of control, hurts, and the past invites Holy Spirit renewal. It's not loss—it's the start of true purpose. Tune in, reflect, and pray along. Timestamps/Chapters:00:00:00 - Story: The Boy Who Never Grew Up 00:01:30...

Dive into the powerful finale of our "Spill Over" series! Discover how sacrificial, unseen serving refines your heart, dethrones pride, and lights faith in others—like Jesus washing feet or Mizoram's "Handful of Rice" turning 1% Christians into 95%. It's not about applause; it's about resembling Christ and ransoming lives. Be filled, listen, speak, forgive, and now SERVE to let God's love overflow...

Forgiveness Is Freedom | Spill Over Week 4 Struggling with unforgiveness? In Week 4 of Spill Over: Live from God’s Heart, uncover how forgiveness is your path to true freedom. The speaker shares a raw story of betrayal and the choice to forgive, drawing from Jesus’ teachings and the Lord’s Prayer. Learn practical steps to release pain, pray for those who hurt you, and let God’s love fill the void....

The Words That You Speak Matter | Spill Over Week 3 Words have power—they can build or break lives. In Week 3 of Spill Over: Live from God’s Heart, a hilarious bath overflow story ([00:00:23]) shows how your heart’s contents spill through your words. Drawing from Proverbs 18:21, learn to choose encouragement over criticism to transform relationships ([00:32:14]). Fill your heart with God’s love an...

Why Active Listening Is Important | Listen to Love Better | Spill Over Week 2 Ever feel like you're talking but not connecting? In Week 2 of Spill Over: Live from God’s Heart, explore why active listening is key to showing love and unlocking deeper connections. The speaker shares real struggles with distraction and self-focus, offering practical tips to listen without planning replies or jumping t...

How to Let God’s Love Overflow in Your Life In this episode, we explore the profound relationship between what fills our lives and how it spills over to impact others. Using tangible examples and personal testimonies, the discussion delves into the concept that nothing ever remains empty and that our connections, especially with Christ, deeply influence what we can pour out into the world. The scr...

Legacy of a Godly Father | Father’s Day 2025 Celebrate Father’s Day with this powerful message on godly fatherhood! Learn how fathers, granddads, uncles, spiritual fathers, and solo-parenting moms leave a legacy through presence and love, not perfection ([00:00:00]). God chose you to lead with faith ([00:00:59]). Small acts like praying or encouraging ([00:10:46]) spread Jesus’ hope ([00:11:30])....

How to Hear God’s Voice with SOAP Devotions | Unpacking SOAP 2025 Join Kevin to learn how SOAP devotions (Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer) help you hear God’s voice and transform your faith ([00:00:00]). Through surrender and the Holy Spirit, grow closer to God’s design in community ([00:36:16]). Echoing the “Unusual” series’ call to live differently with character, love, peace, and jo...

How to Live a Christian Life According to the Bible | Unusual – A Peculiar People In the final “Unusual” series episode, Anita joins Kev, Pauline, Phil, and Meagan to share how to live a Christian life rooted in the Bible (1 Peter 2:9). From character and unconditional love to peace and joy, discover kingdom values that set Jesus followers apart. Learn to apply these through community and servanth...

Joy vs Happiness in the Bible: What's the Difference? | Unusual – A Peculiar People In this “Unusual” series episode, Meagan Greenway unpacks the difference between joy and happiness as God’s “peculiar people” (1 Peter 2:9). Unlike fleeting happiness, biblical joy—rooted in Jesus’ sacrifice ([00:42:03])—shines in chaos ([00:01:58]). Through Meagan’s love for laughter ([00:02:23]) and calls to prai...

Finding Peace and Purpose | Unusual – A Peculiar People In this “Unusual” series episode, Phil Rourke reveals how peace and purpose make us God’s “peculiar people” (1 Peter 2:9). From peacemaking as a concreter ([00:02:48]) to Jesus’ call to shine (Matthew 5:13-16 [00:25:26]), discover how God’s peace transforms chaos. Take one step, like prayer ([00:25:02]), to build character and love like Jesus...

What Does Unconditional Love Mean? Be Peculiar! | Unusual – A Peculiar People In this “Unusual” series episode, Pauline Hatch explores what unconditional love means as God’s “peculiar people” (1 Peter 2:9). Jesus’ compassion for the woman caught in adultery (John 8:1-11 [00:07:24]) and a Christian’s hug to a Satanic church leader ([00:19:58]) reveal love’s power to transform (1 Corinthians 13 [00:...

Build Your Character on These Foundations | Unusual – A Peculiar People In the “Unusual” series kickoff, Kevin Thomas shows how to build character on God’s foundations, making us His “peculiar people” (1 Peter 2:9 [00:07:06]). Through David’s humility, Daniel’s integrity, and Joseph’s faithfulness ([00:11:51 - 00:18:31]), learn to live, love, and serve differently with love, joy, and patience ([00...

In this powerful clip from the "For" series, Michelle shares how anyone can serve Jesus by discovering their God-given gifts ([00:26:04]). Feeling you have nothing to offer? Ask God, “What have I got?” ([00:26:43]) and see how small acts, like Jesus washing the disciples’ feet (John 13:4-5 [00:00:19]), transform lives. Start serving today! Perfect for anyone seeking practical faith. Chapters 00:00...

Welcome to the second episode of our "For" series with Kevin Thomas. Kevin challenges us to live Spirit-led, loving others through action, not excuses ([00:05:21]). Through John 13:34 ([00:02:22]), Luke 14 ([00:06:44]), and Zacchaeus’ story in Luke 19 ([00:13:46]), he shows how Jesus prioritized people over convenience ([00:18:07]). Anita’s outreach to a dying woman ([00:20:41]) and a mother’s org...