by Church @ 434 | Apr 17, 2026 | Bridge to Truth, Sacred Space, Sacred Wonderings, The Grind and the Glory
Join us for “Sacred Wondering” as we delve into the often-misunderstood world of Tabernacle worship, specifically the outer courtyard and the altar of sacrifice. Forget your assumptions about ancient religious practices – this wasn’t a “drop-off” service where priests did all the work.
In this powerful session, we explore Leviticus chapter 1 and uncover the shocking, personal, and graphic details of what it truly meant for an Israelite to bring an offering to God. From personally choosing a spotless animal, to laying hands on its head, to slaughtering it yourself and then skinning and preparing it – worship was an immersive, bloody, and visceral experience.
Jeff challenges us to understand that this intense, hands-on process wasn’t just ritual; it was a profound act of identification and transfer, where the worshipper literally felt the weight and cost of atonement. Just as ancient Israelites couldn’t outsource their sacrifice, we cannot outsource our worship today.
This session is a vivid reminder of the holiness of God, the brutal cost of sin, and the immense, personal sacrifice of Jesus on the cross that ultimately made a permanent way for us to enter God’s presence. Prepare to be challenged, deeply moved, and gain a profound new appreciation for the Passion of the Christ and what it truly means to engage in worship.
#Tabernacle #OldTestament #Leviticus #Sacrifice #Atonement #Worship #PersonalWorship #BloodyTruth #CostOfSin #HolinessOfGod #SpiritualGrowth #Engagement #FaithJourney
by Church @ 434 | Apr 16, 2026 | A Walk Through the Carpenter Shop
That famous Grammy-winning song told us to just “be happy.” It’s catchy, simple, and completely wrong. From a biblical perspective, the advice to chase personal happiness is a trap—a “lie from the pit of hell that smells of smoke.”
In this message from The Carpenter’s Shop, we dismantle this popular worldly wisdom and uncover a profound truth: Happiness is not a goal to be pursued; it’s a byproduct of a life lived with purpose. Discover the crucial difference between the fleeting feeling of happiness and the deep, unshakeable security of joy that comes from seeking God first. If you’re tired of chasing a feeling that never lasts, it’s time to learn how to build your life on something more real.
#DontWorryBeHappy #ChristianLiving #FindingJoy #SpiritualGrowth #TheLieOfHappiness #FaithOverFeelings #SeekFirstTheKingdom
by Church @ 434 | Apr 15, 2026 | The Clash
You’ve prayed. You’ve pleaded. But the problems are still there, and God feels distant. In this powerful episode of The Clash, Jeff Dixon and Dr. Chris Whaley address the raw reality of navigating life’s storms. They remind us that God never promised a problem-free life, but He did promise a presence-filled life.
Learn how to lean on the community of the church, how to give your problems to God without taking them back, and what to do when His silence feels deafening. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and questioning where God is in the middle of your mess, this conversation will offer you biblical hope, practical wisdom, and the strength to face your challenges with renewed faith.
#GodsSilence #FindingHope #StrugglingChristian #DontTapOut #ChristianEncouragement #PeaceInTheStorm #FaithJourney #YouAreNotAlone
by Church @ 434 | Apr 14, 2026 | Found in the Shadows
Are you in a season of waiting? Feeling stuck in the shadows, praying for a breakthrough? In this episode, Jeff Dixon explores one of the most profound lessons on enduring hardship by looking at Jesus’s final moments on the cross. Discover the counterintuitive secret He taught while in unimaginable agony: the power of serving others even when you are suffering yourself. Learn how to transform your waiting into a time of divine purpose and find the light that never fades, even in the darkest moments.
#WaitingOnGod #PurposeInPain #TheCross #ChristianInspiration #Faith #Hope #Suffering #Jesus
by Church @ 434 | Apr 13, 2026 | Future Shock
Turn on the news, and it’s easy to believe we’re living in the worst of times. The moral decay and chaos feel eerily similar to the days of Noah, Nineveh, or Capernaum. But what if this perspective is incomplete? In this episode of “Future Shock,” we explore the stunning biblical paradox that the very things causing fear are actually signs pointing to a glorious hope. Discover how to shift your perspective from fear to faith and understand why, for a believer, the darkest days are merely the prelude to the greatest day in history.
#BestOfTimes #LastDays #BiblicalProphecy #FindingHope #EndOfTimes #ChristianEncouragement #Rapture #JesusIsComing
by Church @ 434 | Apr 11, 2026 | Faith in Action, Word Up
Legend has it that Ernest Hemingway was once challenged to write a complete story in only six words. His response was devastatingly brilliant. What if we applied the same challenge to our spiritual lives?
This video kicks off a new series, “Word Up,” where we learn to boil down the complexities of our lives and faith into a single, powerful focus. Tonight, we start with six words. You’ll be guided through a simple but profound exercise to craft a “six-word memoir” that captures where you are right now.
Discover how this practice can ignite your “actual imagination,” bring clarity to your spiritual condition, and prepare you to find the one word that will define your growth for the year ahead.
#SixWordStory #HemingwayChallenge #SpiritualFormation #CreativeFaith #KnowYourself #PersonalGrowth #Christianity
