Words Can Build Or Tear Down. There is a reason we have a library of words that either built us up or tore us down. Our words have the superpower of either bringing life or death.

Because of the power of words, we have a responsibility to be aware and proactive with this dangerous superpower.

Works are not something added as extra to faith - they go together. The real contrast is not faith vs. works. One cannot exist without the other. Faith without action is a faith that hasn’t yet been activated.

James 1:9-10 NLT “ Believers who are poor have something to boast about, for God has honored them. And those who are rich should boast that God has humbled them.”

The brother of James had words for the suffering of the early church. It doesn't take the pain away, but these words are a gift to us today.

As followers of Jesus we realize we are not righteous people called to correct the unrighteous. We are people who know His love for Us and are compelled to invite others to this freedom. Make sure you stay in you lane.

Pete fills in this Sunday morning to expand on the beauty of the gospel.

The Bible is a library and not a book. For that reason, we can allow the Word to more easily transform us when we have understanding and a plan on how to approach it.

Jesus gives many descriptions of what it looks like to be 'successful.' Spoiler Alert: It probably isn't what you think it is.