Finding Peace: Battling Intrusive Thoughts

Conrad Hilario

In a time when happiness is on the decline, studies have found that a large factor in happiness depends on our thoughts and actions. Research supports the ancient wisdom found in the Bible, that people are happier when they take charge of their thoughts and focus on the good, express gratitude, and have strong and real social connections.

Living in Unity

Chris Hearty

Romans 15:1-13

Living in unity requires the encouragement of Scripture in order to have the endurance needed to place our hope in God's promises. God's plan has always been for those who believe in him to demonstrate outwardly what is true about them inwardly. The world is going to judge the validity of Christianity by what they observe in the behavior of Christians.

Restoring Others to Faithful Servanthood

Liz Sweet

Romans 15:1-13

It can be difficult to know how to help fellow Christians be restored to a healthy spiritual walk when something goes wrong. Regardless of the circumstances, Liz Sweet discusses how we can help others to regain their vision for serving both by helping them walk through suffering and regain a proper perspective of who God is.

The Call to Unity in a Divided Culture

Mike Woods

Romans 15:1-13

We live in a time where our culture is deeply divided. Politically, ethnically, and economically our culture is in constant conflict - even at a deep interpersonal level, close relationships and community are in a sharp decline. How can the Church find unity in such a divided landscape? We will look at what insight the Bible provides into how the Body of Christ can remain unified and interdependent even in this cultural climate.

Persuasion vs. Pressure

John Ross

Romans 15:1-13

Being persuasive is a key factor in convincing others to give their lives to God. Using pressure can be counter-productive or ineffective in making our case. This teaching highlights what it looks like to be persuasive for God and how to avoid pressuring people. The teacher explains the effects of pressuring people and what it means about us. With the correct understanding we can create a healthy tension where we work with people, not against them.

Making the Most of the Early Stages of Marriage

Joey Francisco

Lauren Francisco

Romans 15:1-13

Marriage is about oneness and life long commitment, but what we see in our culture is marriage in a deep decline while divorce rates are rising. How do we fight against this cultural trend and have a successful, Christ-centered marriage? We will look at what habits are good to form in the early stages of marriage to lead to success.

The Confluence of Character and Competence in Leadership (Part 1)

Josh Benadum

1 Timothy 3:1-15

Being an effective spiritual leader requires more than charisma or influence. Good character, with the proper equipping is more important. 4 different qualities of this character include: hospitality, not being self-willed, gentleness, and enthusiasm. Josh breaks down the impact of neglecting growth in these areas and how to grow in them also.

Parenting and Hospitality

Liz Sweet

1 Timothy 3:1-15

Hospitality is a way to represent the great love God has for people. It is inviting people into not just your home but into your lives and hearts. Hospitality is authentic, genuine interaction including the laughter, as well as the messiness of life. It is a kind heart and a helping hand. Hospitality models for our children the value of people over stuff. Opening our homes to friends and strangers teaches our children how to treat people with courtesy and warmth.

Suffering - Pastoral Care or Apologetics?

Pat Reeder

1 Peter 3:15

Unfortunately some of us have been perpetrators or victims of apologetics used during sensitive and difficult times that are cringe-worthy. How do we balance providing truth and biblical answers in times of suffering with being a caring and sensitive friend? This workshop helps practically break down scenarios and address appropriate responses to others' suffering based on timing and relationship, amongst other factors. As we learn some practical steps in both pastoral cases and apologetical cases, we become better equipped to provide thoughtful responses to others around us.