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 18, 2026 | Faith in Action, Word Up
Are you tired of feeling like you’re spinning your wheels in your faith? The Bible tells us to strain forward to what lies ahead (Philippians 3:13-14), but that requires a clear direction. This message will challenge you to go beyond good intentions and establish a spiritual heading.
We’ll guide you through a practical, thought-provoking exercise to distill your current life journey into three essential words. This crucial step is about radical honesty—the key that unlocks genuine change. Join us as we narrow our focus and prepare to discover the one word that will define your purpose for the year ahead.
#SpiritualDirection #ChristianMotivation #GoalSetting #WordUpSeries #BibleStudy #PersonalGrowth #Reset
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 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
by Church @ 434 | Apr 10, 2026 | Bridge to Truth, Questions from the Carpenter, Questions from the Carpenter B2T, The Grind and the Glory
Many of us come to faith looking for a rulebook or an answer key. But what if spiritual transformation begins not with what we know, but with what we’re willing to ask? Jesus’s ministry was built on this very idea. He consistently met people’s inquiries with questions of his own, designed to reveal the true state of their hearts.
In this candid follow-up message, we go behind the scenes of our recent series to explore the questions Jesus asks that force us to be honest: What do you truly want? Are you more comfortable being sick than getting well? Who is Jesus to you?
If you feel stuck in your spiritual journey, this message is a powerful reminder that doubt can be healthy, struggle is normal, and the path to a deeper intimacy with God is paved with honest questions.
#SpiritualJourney #DeeperFaith #Christianity #HonestFaith #Doubt #Jesus #Discipleship
