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Unnecessary: "The God Who Shames" • Part Two

In Part Two of Unnecessary, we look at a moment in the Gospel of John where Jesus meets a woman carrying deep shame. Instead of avoiding her or exposing her, He meets her with honesty and compassion — showing us something unexpected about who He really is. What if the God we assume brings shame is actually the one inviting us out of it?

Unnecessary: "The God Who Takes" • Part One

In Part One of Unnecessary, we’re exploring a question many people live with — is Jesus necessary, or just an optional addition to life? In the Gospel of John, Jesus describes Himself as the Good Shepherd — someone who knows His sheep, cares for them, and leads them toward life. Not as an extra or a “nice-to-have,” but as the one who actually guides and sustains us. Jesus isn’t meant to be the cherry on top of an already full life. He invites us into a real relationship with Him — one where we’re known, led, and cared through that relationship, He promises something deeper: life to the full, here and now.

The Good Life: Part Eight

In Part 8, Jesus describes two paths — one wide and easy, and one narrow that leads to life. Many choose the easy road, but Jesus invites us to something deeper. He challenges us to look beyond what we say we believe and consider how we’re actually living. A life shaped by His words is one that’s lived out, not just agreed with. The good life Jesus describes is built intentionally — choosing the path that leads to something real and lasting.

The Good Life: Part Seven

In Part 7, Jesus speaks directly to the way we judge others. It’s easy to compare, critique, and measure the people around us. But He invites us to look inward before pointing outward — to examine our own hearts first. This isn’t about perfection; it’s about humility. When we release judgment, we make room for grace — for others and for ourselves. The good life begins not with fixing everyone else, but with taking responsibility for what’s happening inside of us.

The Good Life: Part Six

In Part 6 of The Good Life series, we continue through Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount and step into one of His most challenging invitations — how we relate to money, security, and trust. We all feel the pull to hold tight, to protect, to make sure we’ll be okay. But what if the good life Jesus describes feels lighter than that? What if freedom from worry is connected to something we’ve been gripping too tightly? This isn’t just about finances. It’s about the heart — what we believe about God, about provision, and about where our security really comes from.