by Church @ 434 | Oct 18, 2025 | Faith in Action, Spilling the Holy Beans
From jokes about GoFundMe and nosy neighbors to a serious discussion on the “absence of truth” in our world, this gathering was anything but predictable. We asked our community tough questions and got refreshingly honest answers.
But the most powerful moment came from a man named John, who has spent years battling an “incurable” illness. Using the analogy of restoring an old car that never existed, he shares how God takes our broken pieces and makes something new and better. His update on a new medical trial will leave you inspired.
If you’ve ever felt broken, this raw, funny, and deeply moving conversation is for you.
#BrokenAndBeautiful #Restoration #PotterAndClay #Faith #HopeAndHealing #ChristianTestimony #Inspiration #RealPeopleRealStories #GodIsGood
by Church @ 434 | Oct 18, 2025 | Connect @ 434 Series
One seat, one story, all for God’s glory
A series of authentic, heartfelt, storytelling with a purpose
This isn’t just a teaching—it’s a storytelling experience.
Each week, someone “spills the holy beans” by sharing an authentic story of
how God has worked in their life.
These stories connect the congregation to God and to one another, building
a culture of authenticity and encouragement.
by Church @ 434 | Oct 17, 2025 | 3 Rings of Crazy, Bridge to Truth, Thought Tamer
It’s easy to overestimate the importance of one defining moment and underestimate the power of making small improvements every single day. Getting just 1% better daily can make you over 37 times better in a year, while getting 1% worse can almost wipe you out. This message is about harnessing that power. We explore how to forget your goals and focus on your systems, engage your “Goldilocks Engine” to avoid burnout, and build identity-based habits. This isn’t about “stinking thinking” or self-improvement; it’s about the daily process of becoming a new creation.
#ThoughtTamer #OnePercentBetter #ChristianMotivation #DailyHabits #Consistency #MindsetMatters #SpiritualDiscipline
by Church @ 434 | Oct 17, 2025 | Connect @ 434 Series
That gap between the results you want and the slow progress you’re actually making? We call that the “Valley of Discouragement,” and it’s where “stinking thinking” thrives.
by Church @ 434 | Oct 16, 2025 | LED Talks
What if the secret to becoming a great leader isn’t about climbing the ladder, but about understanding what it means to be a follower? In this powerful Lead Talk, Jeff Dixon challenges the conventional wisdom that leadership is about titles and being in charge. He argues that true influence comes not from a position, but from becoming someone worth following.
Discover why leaders with impressive titles often fail to make an impact, and how embracing the role of a learner and a follower can transform you into the kind of leader who changes lives, inspires teams, and maybe even changes the world.
#Leadership #LEDTalk #HowToLead #LeadershipTips #Motivation #Success #ChristianLeader #ServantLeader #WorthFollowing
