The Center Church

1st Love | Joshua Holtrop

Do you remember the passion and excitement you felt when you first encountered Jesus—and wonder where it went? You'll discover how easy it is to drift from that first love while still doing all the right things, and why serving God out of obligation rather than devotion leaves us empty. Through the warning Jesus gave to the church in Ephesus, you can expect to learn the practical steps to reignite your love for God and return to the works you did at first—not out of duty, but out of genuine passion for Him. Passages in this message: Revelation 2:1-5 Romans 12:10 Subscribe to stay updated with the latest content from The Center Church! TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP HERE: Explore Center church | centergr.com/core Join a group | centergr.com/group JOIN US IN PERSON: The Center Church 2149 84TH ST, BYRON CENTER, MI 49315 You can support the ministry happening at The Center Church at centergr.com/give #thecenterchurchgr #byroncentermi #centerchurchgr

Are We Living in the End Times? | JJ Mannschreck

Are you worried about the end of the world, or do you know someone who is? You'll discover why Jesus didn't give us a date for His return, but instead gave us something far more important—a way to live today with purpose and urgency. You can expect to learn how to become a "Christian doomsday prepper" by drawing closer to God and loving your neighbor well, rather than obsessing over timelines and predictions. This will challenge you to stop waiting for tomorrow and start living as if today is your last chance to love God and serve others. Passages in this message: Matthew 24:3-45 John 14:1-3 2 Peter 3:8-14 Matthew 25 Subscribe to stay updated with the latest content from The Center Church! TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP HERE: Explore Center church | centergr.com/core Join a group | centergr.com/group JOIN US IN PERSON: The Center Church 2149 84TH ST, BYRON CENTER, MI 49315 You can support the ministry happening at The Center Church at centergr.com/give #thecenterchurchgr #byroncentermi #centerchurchgr

If Jesus Promises Peace, WHY Am I So Anxious? | JJ Mannschreck

If Jesus promises peace, why do you still feel so anxious? You'll discover how anxiety is directly linked to remembering God's power and presence in your life, and why even faithful people struggle to trust Him in stressful moments. Through the story of Jesus comforting His anxious disciples before His death, you'll learn practical ways to train your eyes to see God's work around you and find genuine peace. You can expect to walk away with tangible challenges—both physical and spiritual—to help you remember who God is and whose you are when worry threatens to overwhelm you. Passages in this message: Matthew 7:9-11 John 14:1-27 John 16:7 Exodus 14:10-12 Numbers 14:3 Psalm 8:3-4 Galatians 4:7 Subscribe to stay updated with the latest content from The Center Church! TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP HERE: Explore Center church | centergr.com/core Join a group | centergr.com/group JOIN US IN PERSON: The Center Church 2149 84TH ST, BYRON CENTER, MI 49315 You can support the ministry happening at The Center Church at centergr.com/give #thecenterchurchgr #byroncentermi #centerchurchgr

Why Does God Care Who I Sleep With? | JJ Mannschreck

Why does God care who you sleep with—and what does your sexuality have to do with your value? You'll discover that God's design for sex isn't about restricting you, but about elevating you to live as the holy, redeemed person He created you to be. You can expect honest teaching about how sexual brokenness affects us all, why surrendering your desires to Jesus leads to wholeness, and how God meets you exactly where you are with compassion and redemption. No matter your story—single, grieving, wounded, or wrestling with unwanted desires—you'll find that Jesus knows your struggle intimately and offers a more excellent way. Passages in this message: 1 Corinthians 6:9-20 Subscribe to stay updated with the latest content from The Center Church! TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP HERE: Explore Center church | centergr.com/core Join a group | centergr.com/group JOIN US IN PERSON: The Center Church 2149 84TH ST, BYRON CENTER, MI 49315 You can support the ministry happening at The Center Church at centergr.com/give #thecenterchurchgr #byroncentermi #centerchurchgr

Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? | JJ Mannschreck

Why do bad things happen to good people—and does God even care when we suffer? You'll discover that while there are solid answers to explain evil and suffering in our world, there's an even deeper truth underneath: we worship a God who weeps with us in our pain. You can expect to understand why God allows free will and how He redeems every hurt, but more importantly, you'll encounter the heart of a God who doesn't just explain your suffering—He walks through it with you. This will challenge you to both bring your honest pain to God and to sit with others in their grief without trying to fix everything. Passages in this message: Genesis 2:15-17 James 1:2-4 Romans 5:3-5 Romans 8:28 Proverbs 25:20 John 11:17-44 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 Subscribe to stay updated with the latest content from The Center Church! TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP HERE: Explore Center church | centergr.com/core Join a group | centergr.com/group JOIN US IN PERSON: The Center Church 2149 84TH ST, BYRON CENTER, MI 49315 You can support the ministry happening at The Center Church at centergr.com/give #thecenterchurchgr #byroncentermi #centerchurchgr