Calming The Storm

How To Be Yourself

The Art of Being Unordinary: Part 1 - July 12, 2026 God created each of us to be original, yet the pressure to fit in can cause us to lose sight of who He made us to be. Moses faced his own identity crisis when he had to choose between the privileges of Egypt and identifying with God’s people. His life teaches us the importance of being ourselves, taking responsibility for our choices, and establishing values based on God’s Word. Moses chose God’s purpose over popularity, people over pleasure, and God’s peace over possessions. Even when the journey became difficult, he continued moving forward because he kept his eyes on God. His example challenges us to stop following the crowd and become the people God created us to be.

A Different Kind of Revolution

The Book of Mark: Part 12 - July 5, 2026 We conclude our journey through Mark by exploring the surprising nature of God's Kingdom. While the world pursues power, success, and recognition, Jesus invites us into a revolution marked by humility, sacrifice, and love. His arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane demonstrates that God's greatest victories are often accomplished through surrender rather than force. This message challenges us to examine which kingdom shapes our daily choices and values. As followers of Christ, we're called to live differently, trusting the Holy Spirit to help us reflect the character of our King in every area of life.

Pray, Obey, and Away We Go!

The Book of Mark: Part 12 - July 5, 2026 Rich Nye takes us to the Garden of Gethsemane, where we see both the humanity and perfect obedience of Jesus. As He faced the cross, Jesus responded with honest prayer, complete surrender to the Father's will, and unwavering faith. This message reminds us that prayer isn't an escape from hardship—it prepares us to walk through it. We're challenged to stay spiritually awake, trust God's plan, and depend on His strength rather than our own. When life becomes difficult, Jesus gives us the pattern to follow: pray, obey, and then move forward in faith.

Flipping The Script

The Book of Mark: Part 10 - June 21, 2026 We see Jesus enter Jerusalem as King, but not in the way the crowds expected. While the people hoped for political victory and immediate change, Jesus came to bring a deeper salvation. His cleansing of the temple revealed God's desire for a place where all people could encounter Him without barriers. The message challenges us to examine the narratives we create about Jesus and whether they truly align with who He is. Following Christ often means allowing Him to overturn assumptions, priorities, and attitudes in our own lives. Ultimately, discipleship begins when we embrace His story instead of insisting on our own.

A Shocking Encounter

The Book of Mark: Part 9 - June 14, 2026 We explore Jesus' conversation with the rich young ruler—a man who seemed to have everything, yet still felt something was missing. His sincere question about eternal life reveals a common misunderstanding that salvation can be earned through good behavior. Jesus lovingly exposes the one thing standing between the man and true freedom: his misplaced trust in wealth and security. Through this encounter, we learn that following Jesus requires surrender, not just morality. The message reminds us that salvation is only possible through God's grace, not our achievements. Ultimately, it challenges us to consider whether anything in our lives is competing with Jesus for first place.