by Church @ 434 | Apr 28, 2026 | A Walk Through the Carpenter Shop
From the Carpenter’s Shop, Jeff Dixon issues a simple but profound challenge: Try living out God’s will for you today. It’s found in three simple commands: “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks.” Focusing on gratitude, Jeff explains how we can be thankful in our trials—not for them—by trusting in a God who works all things for our good. This isn’t just a nice idea; it’s a guaranteed way to see your day get a little bit better. Dare to try it.
#GodsWill #DailyDevotion #FaithChallenge #Gratitude #TrustGod #ChristianEncouragement #SpiritualDiscipline #FindingJoy #Perspective
by Church @ 434 | Apr 27, 2026 | This is So Heavy
When life’s pressure builds, our first instinct is to push harder and carry everything in silence. But what if the path to feeling lighter isn’t about gaining more strength, but about gaining more honesty?
This video challenges the “just keep going” mindset and offers a different invitation, inspired by scripture. If you’re caught in a loop of worry, disappointment, or fatigue, learn the surprisingly simple practice that can change everything: acknowledging the weight. This isn’t about solving every problem today; it’s about taking the first bold step to stop carrying them all by yourself.
#Overwhelmed #AnxietyRelief #TrustGod #Burnout #FindingHope #SpiritualGrowth #MentalWellness #YouAreNotAlone #Prayer
by Church @ 434 | Apr 25, 2026 | Faith in Action, Word Up
Imagine a faith so focused that every day becomes an opportunity for growth. That’s the power of finding your one word for the year. It’s more than a goal; it’s a theme, a prayer, and a declaration of where you believe God is leading you.
In this powerful conclusion to our series, we explore how to distill your spiritual hopes, struggles, and dreams into a single concept. From a desire to be “Unoffendable” one year to “Tenacious” the next, see how this simple practice builds on itself to create a legacy of faith. You were created to be more, to go deeper, and to live a life of purpose. It might just start with one word.
#ThePowerOfOneWord #IgniteYourFaith #SpiritualChallenge #ChristianInspiration #FaithOverFear #DeeperFaith #PurposeDriven #GritAndGrace
by Church @ 434 | Apr 24, 2026 | Bridge to Truth, Sacred Space, Sacred Wonderings, The Grind and the Glory
We’ve sanitized worship. We’ve made it clean, comfortable, and convenient. But the Bible presents a different picture. Step into the outer court of the tabernacle and stand before the altar of burnt offering—a place of blood, fire, and smoke. A place where forgiveness wasn’t just a feeling; it was a messy, costly, and intentional act.
This message contrasts the visceral reality of Old Testament sacrifice with our often-casual approach to God. By understanding what it truly meant to approach a holy God, we expose a critical weakness in modern faith: our tendency to serve God only when it fits our schedule. This is a call to move beyond a “drive-thru” faith and rediscover the power and purpose that only comes through genuine, costly sacrifice.
#Tabernacle #Altar #OldTestament #Leviticus #Sacrifice #HolyGod #Worship #SacrificeVsConvenience #CostOfDiscipleship
by Church @ 434 | Apr 23, 2026 | A Walk Through the Carpenter Shop
Life can feel overwhelming, a constant stream of choices with unknown consequences. But what if all those decisions could be simplified and clarified by making just one choice first?
In this session from The Carpenter Shop, we learn that like a parent guiding a child, God has laid out two clear paths for us: one that leads to life, and one that leads to destruction. Drawing from the wisdom of Deuteronomy and Joshua, we uncover how the single act of choosing to follow Him brings clarity, purpose, and blessing to every other area of your life. It’s time to stop being overwhelmed by your choices and start making the one that truly matters.
#Purpose #Christianity #PowerOfChoice #Faith #Jesus #BuildYourLife #SpiritualGrowth #FaithJourney #DecisionMaking
by Church @ 434 | Apr 22, 2026 | The Clash
Do you ever feel like the Christian life is a call to the impossible? To stand firm when everything is shaking, to keep serving when you’re hurting, and to believe your work matters when you see no results? You’re not alone. In this special episode of The Clash, pastors Jeff Dixon and Dr. Chris Whaley tackle this very feeling by dedicating the entire show to unpacking the powerhouse verse of 1 Corinthians 15:58. Join them as they explore the true meaning of what it means to “stand firm,” revealing how Jesus’ resurrection is the power source for your impossible calling. Discover how to shift your mindset from being a “volunteer” to a “vessel” for God’s work, understand the crucial difference between faithfulness and feelings, and hold onto the encouraging truth that your labor in the Lord is NEVER in vain. If you’re tired, discouraged, or wondering if you can keep going, this conversation will give you the spiritual fuel to embrace your “impossible” purpose with renewed confidence.
#Encouragement #Purpose #Jesus #StandFirm #UnmovableFaith #CallToTheImpossible #ResurrectionPower #NeverGiveUp #DontTapOut
