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This Sunday, as we gathered virtually due to the winter storm, Pastor Nate encouraged our church family with a timely message from Philippians 4:4–9. Even in disrupted circumstances, we were reminded that God's Word remains steady and speaks clearly into our everyday lives.Pastor Nate challenged us to build a pathway to gospel-centered thinking, a deliberate way of shaping our thoughts and responses as we navigate daily rhythms and unexpected trials. From this passage, he highlighted six guiding words that help anchor our hearts and minds in Christ:Joy – Choosing to rejoice in the Lord, not based on circumstances, but on who He is.Trust – Resting in God's faithfulness and sovereignty, even when situations feel uncertain.Prayer – Bringing every concern to God with gratitude, trusting Him to meet us there.Peace – Experiencing the guarding peace of God that surpasses understanding.Focus – Intentionally setting our minds on what is true, honorable, right, pure, and praiseworthy.Practice – Living out what we have learned and received, allowing our faith to be active and visible.This devotional reminded us that gospel-centered thinking does not happen by accident—it is formed through daily choices to rejoice, pray, think rightly, and faithfully walk with the Lord. Even while physically apart, we were encouraged to remain spiritually grounded, trusting God to guide us with His peace as we put these truths into practice.

In Week 3 of It's Time To Grow, Dr. Stan encouraged us to explore our spiritual gifts with humility and obedience, allowing the Spirit to guide how we serve and live on mission. When our desire is aligned with God's purpose, our lives become a testimony of His grace and power.As you reflect today, consider this question:Have you dedicated your life to the right purpose?

In Week 2 of It's Time To Grow, Pastor Nate walks us through Hebrews 10:19–25 and reminds us that spiritual growth was never meant to happen in isolation. God designed us to grow in faith within the context of community; encouraging one another, stirring one another toward love and good works, and faithfully gathering together as the body of Christ.“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together… but encouraging one another.”— Hebrews 10:24–25 (ESV)This message calls us to examine how we are engaging with the church family and challenges us to move from simply attending to actively belonging. As we draw near to God, hold fast to hope, and walk alongside one another, we experience the kind of growth God intends for His people.Listen to this full message and other past messages on our website and be encouraged to grow—together.https://littleflock.com/messages/

This Sunday, Pastor Nate encouraged us from Proverbs as we reflected on what God wants us to be in 2026. We were also encouraged to ask God, “What do You want me to become?” Wisdom is not simply knowing something, but knowing how to apply it in our lives.