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Join Saddleback Church's Doable Discipleship podcast in a series on Navigating the Bible. Have you ever wondered how to read the Bible? What do you need to know about different sections of the Bible that would help you read it better? This series seeks to give you a primer on the different major sections of the Bible. Each week, host Jason Wieland is joined by a different Bible expert to talk through the major details, authors, cultural context, and other important information on the major sections of the Bible. This episode focuses on Revelation. Jason is joined by Pastor Tom Holladay, former teaching pastor at Saddleback Church. The conversation looks at how we are to read Revelation, the nature of apocalyptic literature, and much more.Doable Discipleship is a Saddleback Church podcast produced and hosted by the Saddleback Spiritual Growth Team. It premiered in 2017 and now offers more than 350 episodes. Episodes release every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app and on the Saddleback Church YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/saddleback). Doable Discipleship is a proud part of the Saddleback Family of Podcasts. To learn more about the Saddleback Family of Podcasts, visit saddleback.com/podcasts. Resources by Tom HolladayFoundations: The Second Coming (Part 1) - https://saddleback.com/watch/foundations-on-demand/the-second-coming-part-1?autoplay=trueFoundations: The Second Coming (Part 2) - https://saddleback.com/watch/foundations-on-demand/the-second-coming-part-2?autoplay=trueDrivetime Devotions - Revelationhttps://drivetimedevotions.com/devotions/revelationOther Related Doable Discipleship Episodes: Navigating the Bible: Wisdom Literature - https://youtu.be/doqrkbUjSfENavigating the Bible: The Prophets - https://youtu.be/uaGKGEgT6zANavigating the Bible: The Historical Books - https://youtu.be/_PQNI7rNlPUNavigating the Bible: The Pentateuch - https://youtu.be/mmChxhfsLq0Navigating the Bible: The Epistles - https://youtu.be/mcdECIOmegI Navigating the Bible: The Gospels - https://youtu.be/fkfJKrgauC4 4 Tips for Reading Your Bible - https://youtu.be/QwCvKslWXrI How Does the History of the Bible Affect How We Read It Today - https://youtu.be/l9I2WlvEeA8 Why Are There So Many Bible Translations? - https://youtu.be/BqeAS2HQljg

For many of us, the Christmas season can bring up stressful family situations. We know that Jesus wants to give us peace in every circumstance, so how do we have peace in the midst of family issues? This week, Pastor Tom Holladay shares four truths from God's Word that tell us how we can have inner peace no matter what we're facing in our family.

For many of us, the Christmas season can bring up stressful family situations. We know that Jesus wants to give us peace in every circumstance, so how do we have peace in the midst of family issues? This week, Pastor Tom Holladay shares four truths from God's Word that tell us how we can have inner peace no matter what we're facing in our family.

For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.ROMANS 8:38–39 (NIV) SERIES OVERVIEW Take a journey together with your small group to greater faith! If you've ever had feelings like, “I'm not good enough,” “I'm never going to change,” or “Life is too hard,” Romans eight is the chapter for you! Pastor Tom Holladay taught this series beginning at the bottom and moving to the top of Saddleback Mountain through each of the four sessions to help us see clearly the journey from doubt to faith—from discouragement to hope—that God has for us. DISCUSSION QUESTIONS  What verses about hope did you found during this last week?  Verse 31: Do you feel that God is on your side?  Verse 32: What do you think are some of the reasons many believers struggle with seeing God as miserly instead of as abundantly giving?  Verses 33–34: When in your life did you trust Jesus to forgive you and to no longer condemn you? If it was during this session, be sure to tell the group so they can pray for you!  Verses 35–39: What do you think might help you to be as convinced as Paul was that nothing can separate you from the love of God?  PUTTING IT INTO PRACTICE Since God has given so much to us in Jesus, we are now set free to give to others. Who do you know that needs this week to experience God's personal, liberal, merciful, unconditional, and eternal love. Spend some time on the mountaintop of God's assurance this week. Take 10 minutes each morning or evening to read over these assurances once again. Look at your life and circumstances in light of these promises! PRAYER DIRECTION As you pray for one another's needs, also take time to specifically thank God for the truth of some of the verses in Romans 8. (For instance, “Thank you that you groan for us...thank you that you are using all things to work together for good in our lives...Thank you that nothing can separate us from your love...) 

For you did not receive a spirit that makes you a slave again to fear, but you received the Spirit of sonship. And by him we cry, “Abba, Father.”ROMANS 8:15 (NIV) SERIES OVERVIEW Take a journey together with your small group to greater faith! If you've ever had feelings like, “I'm not good enough,” “I'm never going to change,” or “Life is too hard,” Romans eight is the chapter for you! Pastor Tom Holladay taught this series beginning at the bottom and moving to the top of Saddleback Mountain through each of the four sessions to help us see clearly the journey from doubt to faith—from discouragement to hope—that God has for us. DISCUSSION QUESTIONS  Did you get a chance to share the message of “no condemnation” with someone this last week? How did they respond?  What items would you put on the top of a list of things that frustrate you because they take longer than they should?  Verses 4–7: What could you do to rely more on the Spirit and less on your own willpower in your battle to live as the Spirit desires?  Verses 4–7: What helps you to set your mind on what the Spirit desires for your life?  Verses 8–13: How does it impact you when you see the truth that living under your own control can never be pleasing to God?  Verses 14–17: What does it mean to you personally to call God Father? How about to call God Abba, or daddy?  PUTTING IT INTO PRACTICE From verses 14–17: Pray to God as your “Abba, Father” this week by addressing him as “Abba, Father” in your prayers, by talking to him about your simplest needs and your deepest hurts and by thanking him that because of Jesus you are his child and his heir. PRAYER DIRECTION Start the prayers to God as your Abba Father in your group prayer time. 

SERIES OVERVIEW Take a journey together with your small group to greater faith! If you've ever had feelings like, “I'm not good enough,” “I'm never going to change,” or “Life is too hard,” Romans eight is the chapter for you! Pastor Tom Holladay taught this  series beginning at the bottom and moving to the top of Saddleback Mountain through each of the four sessions to help us see clearly the journey from doubt to faith—from discouragement to hope—that God has for us. DISCUSSION QUESTIONS  Are there any verses in Romans 8 that have been especially meaningful to you in your Christian walk?  Verse 1: Which of these promises for the believer hits you at the deepest level ?  God is not angry  God does not punish  God does not reject  God does not remove his blessings  Verse 1: Do you ever feel like God is angry with you or out to punish you? Is it difficult in any way to accept the truth that there is no condemnation for us as believers in Jesus?  Verse 1: What does it mean to you to be “in Christ?”  Verses 2–4: Do you ever find yourself trying to do through some “law” or “rule” what can only be done through Jesus?  PUTTING IT INTO PRACTICE Who do you know that needs to be encouraged with the truth of “no condemnation” right now? It might be someone who has not yet trusted in Christ's forgiveness who needs to know they can live a life of no condemnation, or it might be a believer who has gotten caught up in condemning themselves. Pray that God will give you an opportunity to share this message with someone this next week. This is good news worth passing on! PRAYER DIRECTION Ask for prayer requests from each person in the group that you can pray for during this study. As you pray, remember to thank God for the gift of “no condemnation” that he gives us through Christ. 

CHECKING IN 1. If your group is new, or if there are any new people, introduce yourselves. 2. Share something you are grateful for today. 3. How do you hope to grow through this study? KEY VERSE Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. Ephesians 6:10–11 (NIV)  DISCUSSION QUESTIONS  “For most of us, our spiritual battlefield looks a lot likeour living room—it's where we do life. Spiritual warfare happens in our day-to-day living, loving, and relating, and in the daily decisions and challenges we face.” How does this resonate with you?  Which of the pieces of the armor of God do you feel you wear most comfortably? Why?  Which of the pieces of the armor of God do you feel you wear least comfortably? Why?  There is a huge difference between being in a war and being at war. In your spiritual battles, have you felt more like a refugee or a warrior?  PUTTING IT INTO PRACTICE Would you say you currently approach the armor of God as a wish list or a checklist? What would you have to do differently to be sure all the pieces are in place? Make a plan for yourself to enact what you discussed. Think about how you have started new habits in your life and use those lessons to devise a plan here. PRAYER DIRECTION Share your prayer requests and pray for each other before you finish your meeting. Ask someone in the group to write them all down and then email them to all your group members. Commit to pray for each other throughout the week. DIVING DEEPER Dive deeper into Ephesians this week by listening to Pastor Tom Holladay's DriveTime Devotions series going through the book of Ephesians. This series was created for Saddleback Church's small group curriculum series. For more great Bible studies and small group curriculum, visit pastors.comAnd for more great podcasts, visit Lumivoz.com

Whether it's an invitation to coffee that makes a lifelong friendship, or an invitation to a date or that leads to finding the love of your life, a simple invitation can have a lasting impact. This week, as we prepare for Easter, Pastor Tom Holladay shows us how God uses invitations to change our lives and the lives of others.

Whether it's an invitation to coffee that makes a lifelong friendship, or an invitation to a date or that leads to finding the love of your life, a simple invitation can have a lasting impact. This week, as we prepare for Easter, Pastor Tom Holladay shows us how God uses invitations to change our lives and the lives of others.

Jesus said, “Blessed are the gentle, for they shall inherit the earth.” According to him, there is power in gentleness! But how do gentleness and strength go together? In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay explains how you can strengthen your relationships by choosing gentleness over control.

Jesus said, “Blessed are the gentle, for they shall inherit the earth.” According to him, there is power in gentleness! But how do gentleness and strength go together? In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay explains how you can strengthen your relationships by choosing gentleness over control.

This has been a year of hardship and grief for most of us. How do you restart after a season of loss? In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay uses the example of Nehemiah to show the three-step journey of mourning, fasting, and praying to God for help, resulting in a renewed mind and restored soul.

This has been a year of hardship and grief for most of us. How do you restart after a season of loss? In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay uses the example of Nehemiah to show the three-step journey of mourning, fasting, and praying to God for help, resulting in a renewed mind and restored soul.

The world is an imperfect place, and we’re all imperfect people. At some point in your life, you’re going to be offended. But offense doesn’t need to become bitterness in your heart. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay provides a biblical model for taking offense and offering forgiveness without living in bitterness and resentment.

The world is an imperfect place, and we’re all imperfect people. At some point in your life, you’re going to be offended. But offense doesn’t need to become bitterness in your heart. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay provides a biblical model for taking offense and offering forgiveness without living in bitterness and resentment.

What happens when a “merry Christmas” becomes a “messy Christmas”? In other words, how do you look forward to Christmas this year when things are so messy? In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay gives us five reasons we can be excited about the birth of Jesus, no matter what we’re going through during the Christmas season.

What happens when a “merry Christmas” becomes a “messy Christmas”? In other words, how do you look forward to Christmas this year when things are so messy? In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay gives us five reasons we can be excited about the birth of Jesus, no matter what we’re going through during the Christmas season.

This fourth episode in Foundations or Theology Q & A with Pastor Tom Holladay focuses on the Holy Spirit recorded via Zoom from our Foundations class online. Questions regarding who the Holy Spirit is, gifts of the Spirit and fruit of the Spirit and how this shows in your life. We hope you find answers to these questions and more about the Holy Spirit as you listen to this week’s Episode 184. For complete show notes, click HERE

This third episode in Foundations or Theology Q & A with Pastor Tom Holladay focuses on Jesus. Previously recorded via Zoom from our Foundations class online, questions regarding who Jesus is, what does the son of God mean, the Angel of the Lord are explained. So many wonderful insights to Jesus, His mission, His ministry are discussed. We hope you might find an answer or two as you listen to Episode 183. For complete show notes, click HERE

Did you know God is greater than time? He’s in every moment and more. What does this mean for you and for me? Pastor Tom Holladay gives great insight as he and Brandon Robinson discuss God and time with this episode of Doable Discipleship. For complete show notes, click HERE

When you experience a loss in your life, the most natural response is grief. Right now, you might be grieving your own loss or the pain or loss of someone else. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay shows you what the Bible says about grieving, describing how to grieve in a way that brings hope and healing.

When you experience a loss in your life, the most natural response is grief. Right now, you might be grieving your own loss or the pain or loss of someone else. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay shows you what the Bible says about grieving, describing how to grieve in a way that brings hope and healing.

We’ve been collecting questions and now it’s time to dig in! Pastor Tom Holladay joins us for this special 2-part conversation. Join us as we cover a diverse set of questions from the Doable Discipleship audience as well from a live audience at a recent Saddleback Spiritual Maturity event. For complete show notes, click HERE

The peace that comes from God is a personal peace that you have in your heart and soul, regardless of your circumstances. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay will give you five ways to enjoy God’s promise of peace in your life.

The peace that comes from God is a personal peace that you have in your heart and soul, regardless of your circumstances. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay will give you five ways to enjoy God’s promise of peace in your life.

It would be nice if we could take a break from building character, but once we take a break, we start to go backwards in our progress. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay will talk about four things to look for in order to keep from drifting.

It would be nice if we could take a break from building character, but once we take a break, we start to go backwards in our progress. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay will talk about four things to look for in order to keep from drifting.

There’s usually one weekend in between Christmas and New Year’s when we have the chance to relax and reflect on the ending of one year and the beginning of another. The truth is, we have no way of knowing what will happen in the future — but God does. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay will go through how to make the new year new by asking the questions: “What do we need to put off and put on?” “Where are the closed doors and the open doors?” and, “What seems important and what is truly important?”

There’s usually one weekend in between Christmas and New Year’s when we have the chance to relax and reflect on the ending of one year and the beginning of another. The truth is, we have no way of knowing what will happen in the future — but God does. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay will go through how to make the new year new by asking the questions: “What do we need to put off and put on?” “Where are the closed doors and the open doors?” and, “What seems important and what is truly important?”

Leadership is a big topic these days — how do you get to the top? How do you become successful? How do you become the greatest? According to Jesus, the secret to greatness is serving. In Matthew 23, he said, “The greatest among you will be your servant.” The greatest businesses serve their customers. The greatest bosses serve their employees. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay talks about the five qualities of a servant. Being a servant may sound like being weak or a pushover, but through this message you’ll find that serving will transform your life in great ways.

Leadership is a big topic these days — how do you get to the top? How do you become successful? How do you become the greatest? According to Jesus, the secret to greatness is serving. In Matthew 23, he said, “The greatest among you will be your servant.” The greatest businesses serve their customers. The greatest bosses serve their employees. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay talks about the five qualities of a servant. Being a servant may sound like being weak or a pushover, but through this message you’ll find that serving will transform your life in great ways.

When we think of impossible comebacks, our minds often go to a football game in which a team is down by two touchdowns in the final minutes. But for us, it’s never too late for a comeback when God is on our side. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay takes a look at the life of Moses as a powerful example of a comeback that can give us hope. You’ll learn God’s four answers to our questions about comebacks, including knowing who he is, finding comfort in his presence, examining what’s in your hand, and knowing that God is in control. Don’t miss this message that will give you strength to take that first step — even when a comeback feels impossible.

When we think of impossible comebacks, our minds often go to a football game in which a team is down by two touchdowns in the final minutes. But for us, it’s never too late for a comeback when God is on our side. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay takes a look at the life of Moses as a powerful example of a comeback that can give us hope. You’ll learn God’s four answers to our questions about comebacks, including knowing who he is, finding comfort in his presence, examining what’s in your hand, and knowing that God is in control. Don’t miss this message that will give you strength to take that first step — even when a comeback feels impossible.

We all have something that powers our families, businesses, and marriages. Sometimes it’s the right thing, and sometimes it’s the wrong thing. It might be fear, guilt, responsibility, or love. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay and his wife Chaundel tell us about love-powered parenting and practical ways to plug into God’s love. You’ll learn how to love like Jesus by following his example, by building a stronger foundation, by living to a higher purpose, and by loving with a greater power. Discover a new pattern for loving one another as Christ loves us. Find out how to stop trying so hard, and start trusting God’s model for a purpose driven family.

We all have something that powers our families, businesses, and marriages. Sometimes it’s the right thing, and sometimes it’s the wrong thing. It might be fear, guilt, responsibility, or love. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay and his wife Chaundel tell us about love-powered parenting and practical ways to plug into God’s love. You’ll learn how to love like Jesus by following his example, by building a stronger foundation, by living to a higher purpose, and by loving with a greater power. Discover a new pattern for loving one another as Christ loves us. Find out how to stop trying so hard, and start trusting God’s model for a purpose driven family.

Join us for week 2 of a series inspired by Pastor Tom Holladay's book The Relationship Principles of Jesus. In this episode, we’ll give you 5 steps toward a more loving relationship. For complete show notes, click HERE.

We’re kicking off a brand new series of episodes inspired by Pastor Tom Holladay’s book The Relationship Principles of Jesus. Today we’ll talk about why nothing is more important than relationships. For complete show notes, click HERE.

Over the past seven weeks, we’ve been looking at how to create margin to allow God to do his best and greatest work in our lives. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay shares how to expect the best and plan for the worst through faith and wisdom. You’ll find out how God wants to bring victory and the four steps to get you there. Learn how to stop pretending to be God, to let him take control, to base your planning on his wisdom, and to believe that he is working for your best. Discover how to ask God to take burdens off your shoulders and trust that everything is in his hands!

Over the past seven weeks, we’ve been looking at how to create margin to allow God to do his best and greatest work in our lives. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay shares how to expect the best and plan for the worst through faith and wisdom. You’ll find out how God wants to bring victory and the four steps to get you there. Learn how to stop pretending to be God, to let him take control, to base your planning on his wisdom, and to believe that he is working for your best. Discover how to ask God to take burdens off your shoulders and trust that everything is in his hands!

We’ve been collecting questions and now it’s time to dig in! Pastor Tom Holladay joins us for this special 2-part conversation. Join us as we cover a diverse set of questions from the Doable Discipleship audience as well from a live audience at a recent Saddleback Spiritual Maturity event. For complete show notes, click HERE.

We’ve been collecting questions and now it’s time to dig in! Pastor Tom Holladay joins us for this special 2-part conversation. Join us as we cover a diverse set of questions from the Doable Discipleship audience as well from a live audience at a recent Saddleback Spiritual Maturity event. For complete show notes, click HERE.

Do you ever wonder about what’s next in your life? On Easter weekend, thousands of people walked through the door to salvation, and are now ready to take their next steps in following Christ. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay shares about the three things Jesus’s disciples did after the resurrection. You’ll learn what it means to cast your net on the other side, feed his sheep, and follow him. Don’t miss this message on the resurrection of purpose and what steps you need to take to make Christ the center of your life.

Do you ever wonder about what’s next in your life? On Easter weekend, thousands of people walked through the door to salvation, and are now ready to take their next steps in following Christ. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay shares about the three things Jesus’s disciples did after the resurrection. You’ll learn what it means to cast your net on the other side, feed his sheep, and follow him. Don’t miss this message on the resurrection of purpose and what steps you need to take to make Christ the center of your life.

We live in a world where things fall apart. It may be our faith, confidence, relationships, business, or even our home after a natural disaster. The good news is that we have a God who is in the business of putting things back together again. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay tells us how to rebuild by expressing our hurt, focusing our heart, and asking for help from God. You’ll learn how to keep going by taking time to give thanks and celebrate Christ’s faithfulness — for all he has done and all he continues do through a new beginning.

We live in a world where things fall apart. It may be our faith, confidence, relationships, business, or even our home after a natural disaster. The good news is that we have a God who is in the business of putting things back together again. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay tells us how to rebuild by expressing our hurt, focusing our heart, and asking for help from God. You’ll learn how to keep going by taking time to give thanks and celebrate Christ’s faithfulness — for all he has done and all he continues do through a new beginning.

Pastor Tom Holladay, Senior Teaching Pastor at Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, California joined Kevin for this episode. He's got a new book called “Putting It Together Again When It's All Fallen Apart: 7 Principles for Rebuilding Your Life”. If you are interested in rebuilding some area of your life check out what Pastor Tom has to offer.

Did you know that the tradition of gift-giving started at the very first Christmas? After the birth of Jesus, the wise men came bearing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. While these gifts were significant, they pale in comparison to what God has given us. In fact, the best gift-exchange program in the world comes from him. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay shares five gifts that God gives us when we come to him with worry, hurt, grief, fear, and sin. You’ll learn how Christ transforms our brokenness into peace, healing, joy, love, and forgiveness. Discover how the greatest gift this Christmas outshines everything else under the tree.

Did you know that the tradition of gift-giving started at the very first Christmas? After the birth of Jesus, the wise men came bearing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. While these gifts were significant, they pale in comparison to what God has given us. In fact, the best gift-exchange program in the world comes from him. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay shares five gifts that God gives us when we come to him with worry, hurt, grief, fear, and sin. You’ll learn how Christ transforms our brokenness into peace, healing, joy, love, and forgiveness. Discover how the greatest gift this Christmas outshines everything else under the tree.

Last weekend, Pastor Tom Holladay gave a message that examined lessons from the apostle Paul about prayer. In this episode, Rob and Doug talk about their personal takeaways from that message. During 40 Days of Prayer, Doable Discipleship is partnering with the Message Action Plan. To sign up for the Message Action Plan, visit saddleback.com/map. For complete show notes, click HERE.

Have you ever invested hours, or even days on a project that never panned out? Maybe you even threw in the towel on a failed repair job despite changing the batteries, reading the instructions, and getting a second opinion. Sometimes our prayer life can feel just like that—with a lot of time on our knees and nothing quite working. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay teaches us about prayers that work and shares how to pray frequently, earnestly, and specifically. You’ll learn how to boldly ask God to act, and five directions for specific prayers. Discover how to align your prayers with God’s will, and pray with his ultimate plan in mind.

Have you ever invested hours, or even days on a project that never panned out? Maybe you even threw in the towel on a failed repair job despite changing the batteries, reading the instructions, and getting a second opinion. Sometimes our prayer life can feel just like that—with a lot of time on our knees and nothing quite working. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay teaches us about prayers that work and shares how to pray frequently, earnestly, and specifically. You’ll learn how to boldly ask God to act, and five directions for specific prayers. Discover how to align your prayers with God’s will, and pray with his ultimate plan in mind.

Before Martin Luther started the Reformation in the church 500 years ago, he experienced a personal reformation that changed the world. In today’s fast-paced culture, it’s tough to imagine leaving that sort of imprint on history. But you can! In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay and Pastor Buddy Owens share how you can experience renewal in your own life through five keys to a personal reformation. You’ll learn how you were saved by God’s grace, and why the Bible still remains the living, active standard of truth. Discover how to walk by faith, find hope in Christ, and live for God’s glory. Don’t miss this powerful message on how to find fullness in life.

Before Martin Luther started the Reformation in the church 500 years ago, he experienced a personal reformation that changed the world. In today’s fast-paced culture, it’s tough to imagine leaving that sort of imprint on history. But you can! In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay and Pastor Buddy Owens share how you can experience renewal in your own life through five keys to a personal reformation. You’ll learn how you were saved by God’s grace, and why the Bible still remains the living, active standard of truth. Discover how to walk by faith, find hope in Christ, and live for God’s glory. Don’t miss this powerful message on how to find fullness in life.

Today, Pastor Tom Holladay shares insights to help you love God with your intellectual life. He’ll explain some of his personal spiritual journey and help you take some concrete steps to renew and strengthen your mind. Listen and learn why studying theology is not just for theologians. Every believer is called to love God by building their lives on sound doctrine. To hear more great teaching from Tom Holladay, check out drivetimedevotifons.com. To learn more about Spiritual Maturity at Saddleback, visit http://saddleback.com/learn. You can also get in touch by emailing maturity@saddleback.com.

Between juggling work, family, and everyday obligations, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and defeated at times. That’s why the Bible tells us to find strength in the Lord and not in ourselves. In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay shares five things you can do to find everyday strength. You’ll learn what it takes to be a strong person through healthy motives, dependence on others, discipling your desires, trusting in God, and never giving up. Discover how to become an everyday hero by finding strength through sacrifice.

Between juggling work, family, and everyday obligations, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and defeated at times. That’s why the Bible tells us to find strength in the Lord and not in ourselves. In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay shares five things you can do to find everyday strength. You’ll learn what it takes to be a strong person through healthy motives, dependence on others, discipling your desires, trusting in God, and never giving up. Discover how to become an everyday hero by finding strength through sacrifice.

Have you ever faced a problem in your life that seemed too big to overcome? Did you feel like you were destined to live with the outcome no matter how much you believed? The Bible tells us that faith can move mountains and that God faithfully keeps his promises. In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay shares the importance of putting our faith in the promises of God and how to move mountains in our lives. Learn how to see with eyes of faith instead of eyes of fear by thinking big, starting small, and trusting God for miracles.

Have you ever faced a problem in your life that seemed too big to overcome? Did you feel like you were destined to live with the outcome no matter how much you believed? The Bible tells us that faith can move mountains and that God faithfully keeps his promises. In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay shares the importance of putting our faith in the promises of God and how to move mountains in our lives. Learn how to see with eyes of faith instead of eyes of fear by thinking big, starting small, and trusting God for miracles.

Romans 8 is thought by many to be the greatest chapter in the Bible. The teaching in Romans 8 inspires in us a confident faith that is characterized by freedom, victory, expectancy, and assurance. Drawing from the teaching of Pastor Tom Holladay, the goal of this sermon series is to foster a more confident faith in the promises of God made through Jesus Christ. Most of us struggle at times with the frustration of thinking that we are never going to change. In Christ, we now have victory over the frustration we have in trying to change. We receive this victory because we have a new nature, a new power, and a new Father. Lessons: Romans 8:4b-17, Luke 15:11-32 Sermon Outline

Romans 8 is thought by many to be the greatest chapter in the Bible. The teaching in Romans 8 inspires in us a confident faith that is characterized by freedom, victory, expectancy, and assurance. Drawing from the teaching of Pastor Tom Holladay, the goal of this sermon series is to foster a more confident faith in the promises of God made through Jesus Christ. For every one of us there comes times in life where we become desperate because life becomes too hard. We may be overwhelmed with suffering, loss, discouragement, disappointment, or despair. With all of creation that has been broken by sin, we suffer and groan. The great promise of God is that in all things he is working for our good. Because of Jesus, we KNOW this great promise and therefore we live now expectantly and without desperation. Lessons: Psalm 13, Romans 8:17-30, John 10:1-10   Sermon Outline

Happy Mother's Day! Romans 8 is thought by many to be the greatest chapter in the Bible. The teaching in Romans 8 inspires in us a confident faith that is characterized by freedom, victory, expectancy, and assurance. Drawing from the teaching of Pastor Tom Holladay, the goal of this sermon series is to foster a more confident faith in the promises of God made through Jesus Christ. We may sometimes fall into a pit of despair because we think that no one truly cares for us. This thinking is often driven by fears of opposition, scarcity, accusation, condemnation, and separation. In some of the greatest verses in the Bible, we learn that God is for us, God gives to us, God forgives us, God will not condemn us, and God will never leave us. In Christ, we now have security (assurance) that nothing can separate us from God. Lessons: Acts 7:55-60, Romans 8:31-39, John 14:1-6 Sermon Outline

Romans 8 is thought by many to be the greatest chapter in the Bible. The teaching in Romans 8 inspires in us a confident faith that is characterized by freedom, victory, expectancy, and assurance. Drawing from the teaching of Pastor Tom Holladay, the goal of this sermon series is to foster a more confident faith in the promises of God made through Jesus Christ.   Most all of us struggle at times with feelings of not being good enough. Feelings of condemnation can overwhelm us. The great news is that In Christ we now have freedom from condemnation as we understand that God is not angry with us, does not punish us, does not reject us, and does not remove his blessing from us.   Lessons: Psalm 103:8-14, Romans 8:1-4a, Luke 24:36-49   Sermon Outline

It’s easy to interpret the cross as an image of death and sacrifice, but actually it’s a symbol of hope and life. In fact, it’s because of what happened on the cross that we have a risen Savior and hope that is alive today! In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay prepares our hearts for Easter Sunday by celebrating Palm Sunday and the anticipation of Christ’s arrival. Get ready to experience living hope and learn how to share it with friends.

It’s easy to interpret the cross as an image of death and sacrifice, but actually it’s a symbol of hope and life. In fact, it’s because of what happened on the cross that we have a risen Savior and hope that is alive today! In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay prepares our hearts for Easter Sunday by celebrating Palm Sunday and the anticipation of Christ’s arrival. Get ready to experience living hope and learn how to share it with friends.

When we’re in a valley, it’s tough to see the light in the midst of the shadows. We often feel alone and even lost at times, but there’s comfort in knowing that God walks with us through the temporary darkness. In fact, there’s a divine purpose in us being in the valley, whether it’s to learn patience, grow in our spiritual journey, or experience God’s power. In this message at Saddleback Church, Lee Strobel joins Pastor Tom Holladay in talking about lessons in the valley and how trials can ultimately strengthen our faith.

Want to live an extraordinary life? Turns out, what you accomplish isn’t nearly as important as the quality of your relationships. In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay shares valuable insight on how to live your best life. You’ll learn how to prioritize the right things and fill your life with what’s most important — love.

Want to live an extraordinary life? Turns out, what you accomplish isn’t nearly as important as the quality of your relationships. In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay shares valuable insight on how to live your best life. You’ll learn how to prioritize the right things and fill your life with what’s most important — love.

Let’s face it — the holidays are busy. Christmas is supposed to be a celebration, but it’s easy to get lost in the seasonal craziness. How can you make sure Christmas doesn’t pass you by? In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay shares four truths about Christmas to help you reflect on its true significance. You’ll experience deep, lasting joy, even in the midst of holiday busyness.

Let’s face it — the holidays are busy. Christmas is supposed to be a celebration, but it’s easy to get lost in the seasonal craziness. How can you make sure Christmas doesn’t pass you by? In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay shares four truths about Christmas to help you reflect on its true significance. You’ll experience deep, lasting joy, even in the midst of holiday busyness.

Have you ever felt more tired after a vacation than before it began? Getting the rest you need doesn’t have to feel like a chore. God wants us all to be refreshed to enjoy each new day to its fullest. In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay shares a message called The Rest You Need. You’ll learn six steps you can take to find rest in the midst of your busy life.

Have you ever felt more tired after a vacation than before it began? Getting the rest you need doesn’t have to feel like a chore. God wants us all to be refreshed to enjoy each new day to its fullest. In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay shares a message called The Rest You Need. You’ll learn six steps you can take to find rest in the midst of your busy life.

Mercy is undeserved forgiveness and unearned kindness. Jesus spoke about it in the Lord’s prayer, stressing that you not only need to receive God’s mercy, but also give it to others. Through God’s mercy, you receive freedom. When you extend mercy to others, you are helping them experience that same freedom. In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay continues The Miracle of Mercy series with a message called Mercy Forgives. You will learn what mercy means to you and how you can show forgiveness to others.

Mercy is undeserved forgiveness and unearned kindness. Jesus spoke about it in the Lord’s prayer, stressing that you not only need to receive God’s mercy, but also give it to others. Through God’s mercy, you receive freedom. When you extend mercy to others, you are helping them experience that same freedom. In this message at Saddleback Church, Pastor Tom Holladay continues The Miracle of Mercy series with a message called Mercy Forgives. You will learn what mercy means to you and how you can show forgiveness to others.

God wants to do miracles in and through your life. Usually, the place God is looking to challenge and stretch you is where your next miracle will arrive. This message from Saddleback Church will focus on miracles. Pastor Tom Holladay wraps up the Great Lessons from the Less Known series by examining the life of Elisha and teaching us how we can live in between the miracles in your life. Watch this message and learn how you can patiently wait for God to do his next miracle.

God wants to do miracles in and through your life. Usually, the place God is looking to challenge and stretch you is where your next miracle will arrive. This message from Saddleback Church will focus on miracles. Pastor Tom Holladay wraps up the Great Lessons from the Less Known series by examining the life of Elisha and teaching us how we can live in between the miracles in your life. Watch this message and learn how you can patiently wait for God to do his next miracle.

What can the short, hidden stories and characters throughout the Bible teach us about life? Surprisingly, some of the best lessons we have to learn about living wisely come from some of these stories. This week, in the Great Lessons from the Less Known series, we will focus on the character of Gideon. Pastor Tom Holladay will teach us How to Live a Significant Life based on his story. Throughout this message, you’ll learn how to focus your daily priorities on God’s plan and purpose for your life.

What can the short, hidden stories and characters throughout the Bible teach us about life? Surprisingly, some of the best lessons we have to learn about living wisely come from some of these stories. This week, in the Great Lessons from the Less Known series, we will focus on the character of Gideon. Pastor Tom Holladay will teach us How to Live a Significant Life based on his story. Throughout this message, you’ll learn how to focus your daily priorities on God’s plan and purpose for your life.

What is the Good News, and what can I do about it? The message of Christmas doesn’t have to be complicated; it’s a simple, powerful story. One of the key ways to experience God’s peace in your life is sharing the story with others. Pastor Tom Holladay continues the Peace on Earth series by bringing us a simple, practical message on sharing the Good News this Christmas. You will learn what the Good News is and how sharing this simple message can change someone’s life.

What is the Good News, and what can I do about it? The message of Christmas doesn’t have to be complicated; it’s a simple, powerful story. One of the key ways to experience God’s peace in your life is sharing the story with others. Pastor Tom Holladay continues the Peace on Earth series by bringing us a simple, practical message on sharing the Good News this Christmas. You will learn what the Good News is and how sharing this simple message can change someone’s life.

Where you think you are going after this life directly affects your behavior and attitude while you are still on earth. Despite all the “near death experience” stories out there, only one man really knows what heaven's actually like—Jesus Christ. Jesus talked a lot about heaven because he wanted us to be with him for eternity and reward us. He even laid down his life to make that possible. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay explores four things Jesus taught about destiny and presents two important decisions for us to make today about heaven.

Where you think you are going after this life directly affects your behavior and attitude while you are still on earth. Despite all the “near death experience” stories out there, only one man really knows what heaven's actually like—Jesus Christ. Jesus talked a lot about heaven because he wanted us to be with him for eternity and reward us. He even laid down his life to make that possible. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay explores four things Jesus taught about destiny and presents two important decisions for us to make today about heaven.

Pastor Tom Holladay takes an honest look at what real faith is. Using the life of Peter as an illustration, you’ll gain new perspective and learn eight different ways God helps you to build, demonstrate, and live a real life of faith.

Pastor Tom Holladay takes an honest look at what real faith is. Using the life of Peter as an illustration, you’ll gain new perspective and learn eight different ways God helps you to build, demonstrate, and live a real life of faith.