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God’s Design for Friendship | Mo Huggins | Twin Rivers Church

Friendship is one of God's greatest gifts—but it was never meant to be casual or self-centered. From the beginning, God designed relationships to encourage us, challenge us, and help us become more like Christ. In John 15:12–17, Jesus redefines friendship by calling His followers friends and commanding us to love one another as He has loved us. Philippians 2:3 teaches us to value others above ourselves with humility. 1 John 3:16 reveals that true love is demonstrated through sacrifice, just as Christ laid down His life for us. And Proverbs 27:17 reminds us that "as iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." This message, “God's Design for Friendship,” explores what biblical friendship looks like and how God uses healthy relationships to shape our character, strengthen our faith, and encourage us through every season of life.

It's Time to Hide | Joe Dobbins | Twin Rivers Church

In a world filled with noise, distractions, and constant demands for our attention, God is calling His people back to a place that many have forgotten—the secret place. In 1 Samuel 24:1, David finds himself hidden in a cave, not realizing that God was preparing him in private for what would be revealed in public. In Psalm 143:9, David cries out, "I hide myself in You," revealing that true safety is found in God's presence. And in Matthew 6:6, Jesus teaches us to enter our room, close the door, and meet with our Father in secret, where intimacy with God is cultivated and faith is strengthened. This message, “It's Time to Hide,” is a call to step away from the crowd, silence the noise, and rediscover the life-changing power of spending time alone with God.

Preached Word | Practice Makes Perfect | Twin Rivers Church

The preached Word of God is more than information—it is transformation. When God's Word is proclaimed, lives are changed, hearts are challenged, and faith is strengthened. The power isn't found in human wisdom or eloquent speech, but in the truth and authority of God's Spirit. In 1 Corinthians 2:13, Paul reminds us that spiritual truths are communicated through words taught by the Holy Spirit. In Isaiah 55:11, God promises that His Word will never return void but will accomplish everything He intends. And in James 1:22, we are challenged not just to hear the Word, but to put it into practice. This message, “Preached Word,” explores why the preaching of Scripture remains one of God's primary ways of revealing truth, building faith, and transforming lives.

Practicing Charity | Practice Makes Perfect | Twin Rivers Church

Charity is more than giving—it’s a lifestyle of compassion, generosity, and seeing people the way Jesus sees them. In a world that often focuses on what we can get, God calls His people to focus on what we can give. In Matthew 25:37, Jesus teaches that when we serve those in need, we are serving Him. In Hebrews 13:2, we're reminded to show hospitality and kindness, never knowing how God may be working through those encounters. And in Matthew 19:27, Peter reminds Jesus of the sacrifices made to follow Him, revealing that a life devoted to Christ is one marked by selflessness and eternal purpose. This message, “Practicing Charity,” explores how generosity isn't just something we do occasionally—it's a spiritual practice that shapes our hearts to become more like Jesus.

Practice of Laying on Hands | Practice Makes Perfect | Twin Rivers Church

Throughout Scripture, we see God working through ordinary people in extraordinary ways. One of the most powerful and often misunderstood practices in the Bible is the laying on of hands. It was used to bring healing, impart blessing, commission leaders, and demonstrate faith in God's power. In Luke 6:6, Jesus encounters a man with a withered hand and demonstrates His authority to heal and restore. In Matthew 18:18, Jesus teaches His followers about the authority that has been entrusted to them in His name. Together, these passages reveal that God desires His people to be active participants in His work of healing, restoration, and ministry. This message, “The Practice of Laying on Hands,” explores the biblical foundation of this practice and why it remains an important expression of faith, prayer, and spiritual authority toda