What if the most powerful prayer you could pray is also the hardest? Let's walk through the Lord's Prayer from Matthew 6:9-13, focusing on one line that changes everything: "May your will be done on earth as it is in heaven."

Surrendering our will to God's is not a one-time decision. It is a daily choice. When we start each morning by praying for God's will, return to Him throughout the day, and stay rooted in His Word, we begin to experience the life He designed for us. As Jeremiah 29:11 reminds us, God's plans for us are always for our good.

If you missed this message, watch it above now and take the challenge: begin each day this week by praying, "Father, may your will be done in my life today." It will change the way you live.

What if the most transformative rule you could live by was also the simplest? Jesus gave us the Golden Rule in Matthew 7:12, not just as a nice idea, but as the foundation for every relationship in your life. And the standard is not how others treat you. It is how Jesus treats you.

In this week's message, we unpacked what it really looks like to live the Golden Rule: praying for others consistently, serving selflessly, comforting compassionately, challenging those around you to grow, encouraging enthusiastically, and sharing your faith boldly. As Jesus said in John 13:34-35, the way we love one another is how the world knows we belong to Him.

This is not about being polite. It is about a way of life that reflects the very heart of God. It is about treating others the way Jesus has already treated you: with grace, forgiveness, and patience you did not earn.

What is your biggest worry right now? Jesus had something powerful to say about that very thing in the Sermon on the Mount, and this week's message from The Jesus Way series digs right into it.

In Matthew 6:25-34, Jesus reminds us that worry is unreasonable, unnatural, unhelpful, and unnecessary. God cares for the birds and the wildflowers. How much more does He care for you? As 1 Peter 5:7 tells us, we can cast every one of our cares on Him because He genuinely cares for us.

The Jesus Way means choosing prayer over anxiety. Talk to God about your specific worries. Thank Him for His blessings. Trust Him to provide what you need: not for forever, but just for today. And above all, seek Him first (Matthew 6:33).

What foundation is your life built on? In our brand new series, The Jesus Way: The Path to a Blessed Life, we kicked off by looking at the closing words of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount: a powerful reminder that a life built on His teaching is a life that can withstand any storm (Matthew 7:24-25).

Jesus did not just give us rules to follow. He gave us a foundation to build upon. Reading His Word, memorizing it, learning from it, and actually living it out — that is the Jesus way. And it is the path to a truly blessed life.

This week we are learning what it means to apply God's Word to our lives — not just reading it, but living it. Because the longest distance in the world is the distance between what we know and what we actually do.

What does it look like to truly care about people who are far from God? In our final message on Jonah, we discovered that Jonah's biggest failure was not running from God: it was losing his compassion for the very people God sent him to reach. And if we are honest, we can fall into the same trap.

Jesus reminds us in Luke 6:36 that we are called to be compassionate just as our Father is compassionate. That starts with remembering where we came from — the darkness God pulled us out of — and letting that fuel our urgency to share His grace with others.

The stakes are real. Eternity is real. And God is still opening doors every single day for you to tell someone about Jesus. Do not let those moments pass.

What if one simple invitation could change someone's eternity forever? That is exactly what happened in the book of Jonah. With just eight words, a reluctant prophet sparked a city-wide transformation in Nineveh, saving 120,000 lives. The power was never in Jonah's words. It was in God.

Remember: we are all missionaries. You do not need a perfect message or an eloquent delivery. You just need to be willing. As 1 Peter 3:15 reminds us, always be ready to explain the hope you have as a believer.

Who has God placed on your heart? A friend, a coworker, a family member? Do not wait. Invite them to join us at The Journey Church this Sunday!

Have you ever felt like giving up on someone you have been praying for? This week in our Jonah series, we explored what it means to be a persistent witness for Jesus, even when the people we love keep saying no.

God did not give up on Jonah. He did not give up on Nineveh. And He has not given up on the people in your life who do not yet know Him. Jesus reminds us in Matthew 7:7 to keep on asking, keep on seeking, keep on knocking. George Mueller prayed for five friends for 52 years, and every single one of them came to faith.

Do not quit. Keep praying. Keep inviting. Keep showing up. As Galatians 6:9 reminds us, at just the right time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.

Have you ever felt reluctant to share your faith? Jonah did too, and his story teaches us that running from God's call always comes at a cost, not just to ourselves, but to the people around us who need to hear the good news.

God's love has no limits. Just as He looked at a city of 120,000 people living in darkness and refused to give up on them, He looks at the people in your life the same way. You may be the only person who can reach them.

This week we kicked off our new series, Jonah: Lessons from a Reluctant Witness. We are learning how to move from reluctance to obedience, starting with the people closest to us. As Acts 1:8 reminds us, the power to be a witness is already within you. The question is, will you say yes?

The answer might surprise you. While church attendance does not save you, Jesus made clear in Matthew 16:18 that the church matters deeply to him, so much so that he gave his life for it.

The church is not a building or a club. It is a family. And just like a coal removed from a fire grows cold, a Christian disconnected from a church family will wither spiritually. God designed us to grow together, use our gifts together, and belong to something far bigger than ourselves.

As Hebrews 10:25 reminds us, we are not to neglect meeting together, especially now. If you have been going it alone, today is the day to find your church family. We would love for that to be The Journey.

Where do you stand on the morality ladder? Most of us think we're "good enough" for heaven because we're not as bad as others. But here's the truth: God's standard isn't comparison - it's perfection. And that gap between where we are and where we need to be? Only Jesus can bridge it.

This week we tackled one of Satan's most dangerous lies: "At least you're not as bad as them." The reality is, we can't earn our way to heaven through good works or by being better than others. Romans 5:8 reminds us that "God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners."

You're not saved because you're impressive. You're saved because God is love, and He loves YOU. Pride blinds us, but humility opens the door to salvation. Heaven isn't for the self-righteous: it's for those humble enough to admit they need a Savior.

This week we kicked off our new series "Lies Satan Tells" by exposing one of the biggest deceptions, that the focus of life is to be happy. The truth? You were created for something far greater: to know and love God. When you pursue Him first, happiness becomes the natural overflow of that relationship.

Jesus said, "You will know the truth and the truth will set you free" (John 8:32). Stop chasing temporary pleasures that leave you empty. God's purpose isn't your comfort; it's your character. And His plan for you is always better than anything you could plan for yourself.

Satan is a liar, a corrupter, and an accuser, but he's already defeated. Join us as for this series as we learn to detect his lies and walk in the victory Jesus won for you on the cross.

In Matthew 28, Jesus gives us the Great Commission: not just A mission, but THE mission. He has ALL authority. He's calling us to reach ALL nations with ALL truth. And here's the game-changer: He promises to be with us ALWAYS. Even when we feel unqualified, even when we hesitate like those first disciples, Jesus says "I'm with you."

You're not just living for a paycheck or going through the motions. God has strategically placed you in your workplace, neighborhood, school, and relationships for a purpose. Your platform isn't random; it's intentional. Prayer, care, share. That's how we make eternal impact right where we are.

The disciples worshiped, but some doubted. Sound familiar? Yet Jesus still chose them. He's choosing you too. There's been no funeral for God, only resurrection. So let's get in the huddle and run the play He's calling.

Are you drowning in financial stress? You're not alone. Eight out of ten Americans are feeling the weight of money worries right now, but God has a better plan for your life.

This week we revisited our Financial Peace series, discovering that God wants to replace your financial stress with His peace. Jesus said it clearly: "Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be" (Matthew 6:21). How you manage your money isn't just about finances. It's about your spiritual health and your relationship with God.

We also explored the 70% principle of lasting wealth: tithe the first 10%, tackle debt or save the second 10%, invest the third 10%, and learn to live on 70%. It starts with determining your priorities, deciding to get out of debt, disciplining yourself in small ways, discovering the joy of generosity, and doing it TODAY.

Waiting seasons can feel endless, whether it's a relationship, career, health, or finances. But what if these seasons aren't roadblocks, but opportunities for growth?

This week, special guest Adam Bishop reminds us that God is GOOD to those who wait for Him (Lamentations 3:25). We serve a God who acts on our behalf, even when we can't see what He's doing. The key isn't avoiding seasons of waiting: it's learning to wait WELL.

Don't let waiting rob you of your worship, joy, or contentment. Choose faith over feelings. Remember: progress is happening even when you can't see it, because God is working behind the scenes in ways you could never orchestrate yourself.

True faith is "confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see" (Hebrews 11:1). Your breakthrough is coming. Keep moving forward with God.

This Sunday, we wrapped up our God on Film series by exploring Spider-Man's famous mantra: "With great power comes great responsibility." But here's the truth: you are God's masterpiece (Ephesians 2:10), and the Holy Spirit has already equipped you with supernatural gifts. The question isn't whether you have power. It's whether you're using it.

Too many Christians sit on the sidelines, never releasing what God placed within them. Your greatest superpower isn't your ability: it's your availability. When you step into serving others, everything changes. You discover joy, purpose, and the life you were created for.

Ready to find your place to serve? There's a ministry team with your name on it. Let's get you plugged in and watch God do infinitely more than you could ask or think!

Men, are you winning the battles that matter most? This Father's Day, we explored the spiritual fights every man faces, and how to claim victory through Christ.

From sexual purity to pride, from anger to apathy, these battles are real. But here's the truth: you don't have to fight alone. Through Jesus, you are complete. Your identity isn't found in what you do or what you have: it's found in what Christ did for you on the cross.

"Thank God! He gives us victory over sin and death through our Lord Jesus Christ," says 1 Corinthians 15:57. Whether you're struggling with temptation, isolation, or comparison, God offers you a fresh start today. Stop fighting FOR victory and start fighting FROM the victory Jesus already won.

What defines a strong woman of God? It's not found in relationships, roles, or reflections in the mirror, but in your relationship with your Heavenly Father.

This Sunday, we explored Proverbs 31 and discovered five powerful practices: integrity, resilience, compassion, wisdom, and faith. These aren't about trying harder: they're about trusting God to transform you from the inside out. "Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last, but a woman who fears the Lord will be greatly praised." (Proverbs 31:10)

Whether you're holding your family together, carrying hidden burdens, or wondering if you have what it takes, God is saying: "I love you. I created you. And I'm not done working on you yet." Your value isn't based on worldly standards but on being uniquely made, personally known, and specially loved by God.

Life is a journey filled with obstacles that can knock us off course: spiritual apathy, unrelenting problems, instant gratification, worldly lies, difficult decisions, and anxious souls. But God hasn't left us to navigate alone.

Just like Odysseus faced challenges on his journey home, we face obstacles that threaten to shipwreck our faith. The good news? God provides solutions for every struggle: spiritual disciplines to awaken us, unshakable faith through prayer, self-control over temptation, biblical truth to counter lies, surrendering to God's will, and the promise of eternal joy.

Hebrews 12:1-2 reminds us to "strip off every weight that slows us down" and "run with endurance the race God has set before us" by keeping our eyes on Jesus. This world isn't our permanent home. We're journeying toward something far greater than we can imagine.

Feeling digitally drained? You're not alone. Recent studies show we receive over 200 notifications daily, and our attention span has dropped to just 8 seconds. No wonder our souls are exhausted!

Jesus offers something different: "Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest" (Matthew 11:28). True rest doesn't come from unplugging alone. It comes from surrendering our lives to God. When we shift from constant scrolling to Scripture, from anxiety to prayer, we discover the peace our hearts have been craving.

What if you replaced morning scrolling with Scripture? What if you set phone-free times during meals? Small shifts create space for God's peace. Remember: "Be still and know that I am God." (Psalm 46:10)

What monster are you facing today? A health crisis? Financial pressure? A broken relationship? Fear that keeps you awake at night?

Just like the disciples in the storm on the Sea of Galilee, we often panic when life feels out of control. But here's the truth: Jesus was in the boat with them the whole time. He's in your boat too.

In Matthew 8, Jesus asked His terrified disciples a powerful question: "Why are you afraid?" The real issue wasn't the storm: it was their lack of trust. When Jesus spoke, the winds and waves obeyed Him instantly. The same Jesus who calmed that storm can calm yours.

God's perfect love drives out fear. Whatever you're facing, you don't have to face it alone. Call out to God, trust Him with your fears, and let Him expand your faith through the storm.

We all carry secrets that weigh us down - things like hidden shame, past mistakes, and guilt we're afraid to expose. But here's the truth: God already knows every single one, and He loves you anyway.

This week at The Journey, we explored how our dark secrets lose their power when we bring them into the light before God. Romans 8:1 reminds us: "There is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus." Your identity isn't found in your biggest failure. It's found in Jesus.

When you confess your secrets to God, you experience real freedom. No more hiding. No more shame. Just grace, forgiveness, and a fresh start. If you've been carrying something heavy, today is your day to let it go.

Change is inevitable, but you don't have to face it alone. This week we kicked off our summer series God on Film by exploring how to manage life's unavoidable transitions. Whether you're starting a new job, facing an empty nest, or navigating loss, God promises to walk with you through every season.

The key? Trust Him with your whole heart. As Jeremiah 29:11 reminds us, God's plans for you are good: plans to give you hope and a future, not disaster. When you seek Him during times of change, you'll discover He's using every transition to grow your faith and draw you closer to Him.

Change is inevitable. New jobs, relationships, health challenges, spiritual growth -- we all face seasons of transition. But here's the truth: God uses ALL change for good when we trust Him. Place your trust in God, even when you can't see the outcome.

Ever wondered what Jesus would say about ghosts, demons, and the supernatural? This week we tackled one of culture's most confusing topics and discovered the truth that sets us free.

Here's what you need to know: ghosts don't exist, but demons do. You're in a real spiritual battle, but you don't fight alone. The Holy Spirit living in you is greater than any force in this world (1 John 4:4). And here's the best news: Jesus already won the battle on the cross. You don't fight FOR victory; you fight FROM His victory.

Stop looking for truth in horoscopes, TikTok, or Hollywood scripts. Ground yourself in God's Word. Know it. Apply it. Let it be your weapon against the enemy's lies. Because when you know the truth, the truth sets you free (John 8:32).

Your body is sacred real estate: a temple where the Holy Spirit dwells. But are you treating it with the honor it deserves? This Sunday, we tackled one of today's most challenging questions: What would Jesus say about vaping, drinking, and what we put into our bodies?

The truth is powerful: "You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body" (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). Every choice about what we consume is an act of worship. The substances that promise happiness often deliver addiction, health problems, and broken relationships instead.

Whether you're considering starting, struggling to stop, or already free, Jesus offers you wisdom, freedom, and abundant life. Don't let anything control you except the Holy Spirit. Choose life today, not just for yourself, but for generations to come.

How many times have you picked up your phone today without even thinking about it? The average person spends over two hours daily scrolling through social media, but what is it really costing us?

This Sunday, we tackled a tough question: What would Jesus say about social media, screen time, and endless scrolling? Jesus said in Matthew 5:8, "God blesses those whose hearts are pure, for they will see God." But it's hard to see God when our focus is constantly stolen by screens and notifications.

The truth? Many of us are already addicted, and it's robbing us of peace, joy, and real connection. Jesus offers us a "rich and satisfying life" (John 10:10) -- not a virtual one lived through a 5-inch screen. That's why we're challenging ourselves to a 45-day fast from social media to refocus on what truly matters: God, family, and genuine relationships.