Trials reveal whether we trust God’s power or rely on ourselves. Do we recognize Him as the true provider? Will we draw near to encounter the Holy in the hard?

God’s tests refine and grow us, offering opportunities for faithfulness. The enemy schemes to make us stumble. How can we pass the test?

Strong community is built on forgiveness and a desire to resolve conflict rather than let resentment fester. Jesus tells us how to restore relationships.

God calls believers to forgive which isn’t easy. When hurt, we instinctually hold resentment. Forgiveness breaks the cycle of pain and restores peace.

Humans desire belonging. God fulfills our longing by adopting us as His children. Ancient adoption practices shed light on our identity in God’s family.

Truth: God forgave us long before we forgave ourselves. Live free from guilt and shame—Jesus carried that on the cross. Christ doesn’t condemn; He forgives.

Christians are like pumpkins, full of slimy seeds to clean out so God’s light can shine through our smiling faces. We’re transformed and filled w/ the Spirit.

Do you wish God would speak to you? He will, but His voice might not ‘sound’ like what you expect. Let’s learn to recognize God’s voice.

Repentance once caused fear, seeming like a threat: Repent or else! But Rosh Hashanah presents repentance as an invitation to return home to God’s loving arms.

Our decisions are based on what will make us happy. But true joy and fulfillment is only found in Jesus. We’re freed from guilt & shame and find joy in love.