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Jesus chose the downward way. Paul calls this the path to joy, where humility and unity in the way of Christ—not ambition—become the starting point of every good thing in life. From Phil. 2:1-11. 

Suffering is part of life, but Paul invites us to see it not as defeat, but as a place of surrender—to God. When we stop avoiding pain and learn to walk worthy of the gospel, hardship becomes holy ground. Joy becomes our covering, and perseverance our path to maturity. From Phil. 1:27-30.

Paul is in chains, and the fear that comes with it is real. But he sees his suffering not as defeat, but as holy ground—and he genuinely experiences it that way, as the gospel takes root and courage in him and the church catches fire. For him, to live is Christ. From Phil 1:12–26.

Paul is in prison, unable to do the very thing he was called to—yet his thoughts are soaked in joy. Writing to the church in Philippi, he shows that joy begins not in circumstances but in the mind—with gratitude—deepening in the heart and maturing through prayer as we see that the God who began a good work will carry it through. From Phil. 1:1-11. 

As the early church grows, so do the needs—and the Apostles can't meet them alone. In Acts 6, the community responds with Spirit-led service. And what begins as a practical solution becomes a powerful picture of the church: each person serving with purpose, growing in humility and faith—as the body of Christ. 

In Acts 8, one faithful step leads Philip into a gospel moment that crosses continents, as the Spirit moves through Scripture to meet someone right where they are. This week, we explore what it means to be a Bible-saturated people—shaped by the Word and led by the Spirit.

The early church lived with radical generosity, openhanded and awe-filled. This week, we explore how awe, honesty, and stewardship shape a Spirit-filled life. From Acts 4.

Early in Acts, the church prays one of the most powerful prayers in Scripture—asking God for boldness to speak His word in the face of opposition. From there, the church spreads across the world. We explore what bold prayers look like for us today and how God's kingdom can break forth to transform Denver. From Acts 4.

Text: Acts 1-2Main Idea: Today we see how God uses a small but devoted group of men and women to change the world, all because they were convinced that Jesus is worth everything.

Text: John 21Main Idea: Today we see how Jesus takes our greatest failures and redeems them in the greatest way.

Text: John 14Main Idea: Jesus shows us today that the essence of Christianity is personally knowing God.

In washing his disciples' feet, we see Jesus' heart in the face of deep anguish—caring more for his people than his position. He invites us into the same way of humility and love. From John 13.

John 11Main Idea: Jesus not only shows us how he reacts, but also feels, when we experience great suffering and tragedy.

Text: John 10Main Idea: Jesus shows us today that he is the authority we actually long for.

Text: John 8 Main Idea: Jesus does not just ignore our sin, but covers every dimension of it for our ultimate healing, freedom and forgiveness.

Jesus was the most controversial person who ever lived—not for what He did, but for what He said. His words divided people then, and they still do today. Why do they provoke such strong reactions? And what does that mean for us now? From John 7.

Text: John 6Main Idea: Jesus tells us today that our souls need him like our bodies need bread.

Text: John 3Main Idea: Jesus makes one of the most startling claims in all of his ministry here: if you want to enter the Kingdom of God, you must be born again.

Text: John 1Main Idea: John's Gospel was written so that we may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that by believing we may have life in his name. 

Text: Deuteronomy 30Main Idea: A new year means new potential and God delights in prospering us when we listen to his voice and obey his commands.

Text: Luke 2:1-21Main Idea: Today we're seeing how God often interrupts our plans and preparations for the sake of accomplishing His will in our lives.

Text: Luke 1:26-38Main Idea: Today we're trying to answer the question: "What does it meant to live a surrendered life unto God?"

Text: Matthew 1:18-25Main Idea: As we begin the Advent season, we're asking the question: "what might God might do in and through me because of one moment of obedience?"

Text: Deuteronomy 1Main Idea: Today we explore what it means to "live out our expectations" and trust in God's good provision.

Main Idea: Today we explore what it means to "live out our expectations" and trust in God's good provision.

Text: Revelation 21-22Main Idea: We conclude this series in Revelation by seeing what our forever home with Christ will be like.

At close of the letter of Revelation we see Jesus on his heavenly throne, the faithful witness and Son of God who will return and make all things right. From Revelation 19 & 20. 

Text: Revelation 17-19:10Main Idea: Babylon the Prostitute is powerful and seductive. But the Lamb will triumph. 

In Revelation 15-16, we are confronted with the fullness of God's character—His love, wrath, patience, and justice—all converging at the cross and challenging us to move beyond a one-dimensional view and see Him as both just and merciful. 

In Revelation 14, we're shown how both God's grace and wrath invite us to find and make our home in him.

Text: Revelation 12-13Main Idea: Continuing through the book of Revelation, we see today how — as followers of Jesus — we are called to filter our politics through our Christianity, not our Christianity through our politics.

Text: Revelation 10-11Main Idea: As the story of Revelation continues, we see how followers of Jesus will all experience a mixture of empowering, suffering and victory over the course of their lives.

Text: Revelation 8-9Main Idea: How God Responds to A World Filled with Injustice (He listens, acts, protects, and restores)

Text: Revelation 6-7Main Idea: In these chapters, we're given a description of the world we're currently living in...and a future reality to look forward to.Support the Show.

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Text: Revelation 3Main Idea: Jesus continues his personal address to 3 different 1st Century churches, with implications for all of us today.Support the Show.

Text: 2 Peter 1:12-21Main Idea: Peter shows us how spiritual growth happens in the believer's life.Support the Show.

Text: 2 Peter 1:1-11Main Idea: Today we look at the words of Peter, who tells us that when we receive Christ, we have received everything we actually need in this life.Support the Show.

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Through John's writings, Jesus offers His personal reflections on four first-century churches, highlighting the behaviors and commitments He loves and those He detests. From Revelation 2.Support the Show.

Text: Revelation 1Main Idea: As we open the book of Revelation today, we see that one of its primary goals is to cultivate a huge, heavenly vision of Jesus for us.Support the Show.

Text: Genesis 45-50Main Idea: Today we see how God is our only hope in this life and how his presence goes with us through every season. Support the Show.

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