by Church @ 434 | Aug 22, 2025 | Bridge to Truth, Faith takes Flight, Shades
Have you ever felt like you were on the verge of a breakthrough, only to be pulled back by the past? You might be having a “Waterloo moment” without even realizing it.
In this message, we unpack the surprising truth behind Napoleon’s final defeat—a victory that turned into a devastating loss because of one forgotten detail. This story perfectly illustrates the wisdom of Philippians 3:13-14. The “one thing” the Apostle Paul says we must do is the very thing we often ignore, allowing our “cracked lenses” of regret and rubbish to define our future.
It’s time to identify the missing “nails” in your spiritual life and learn how to finally let your faith take flight.
#FaithTakesFlight #PersonalGrowth #Christianity #BibleStudy #MovingForward #LetGo
by Church @ 434 | Aug 17, 2025 | Shades
Today, we embark on a new series titled “Shades,” where we’ll explore how our perspectives shape our lives and faith.
We don’t see life as it is – we see it through the lenses we wear.
Some wear cracked, dirty, or distorted lenses and see everything through the fog of defeat, fear, or regret.
Healthy people wear lenses of promise, where they see everything with faith, hope and trust in God.
The difference isn’t the scenery – it is the clarity and the condition of the lenses.
What kind of SHADES are you wearing?
by Church @ 434 | Aug 15, 2025 | Bridge to Truth, Faith takes Flight, Shades
“Faith begins at the edge of fear.” It’s the step you take when you can’t control the outcome. But that step doesn’t have to be a giant one. Drawing from the incredible focus of athletes like Michael Phelps and the simple wisdom of a child who is a “tryer,” not a “quitter,” this message will reframe how you see your own potential.
You were built to do the impossible. Learn why the difference between an average achiever and an extraordinary one is often just one more decision, one new idea, or one extra minute of focus. If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or afraid, this is your guide to taking that first small step that allows your faith to finally take flight.
#FaceYourFear #LeapOfFaith #FaithOverFear #Motivation #PersonalGrowth #DontQuit #YouWereMadeForThis
by Church @ 434 | Aug 10, 2025 | The Leap
As we wrap up our series, “The Leap,” today we dive into a powerful conclusion “Heaven’s Freefall.”
Our passage comes from Hebrews 11:32-40, where we find a hall of fame for faith—heroes who leaped into the unknown, trusting God with their futures, even when they couldn’t see the landing.
Just like those heroes of faith, we are called to take daring leaps, embracing the unknown with trust and courage.
by Church @ 434 | Aug 3, 2025 | The Leap
Today, we are continuing our series called “The Leap,” and our focus is on “Chains and Great Escapes.” Our scripture comes from Acts 16:16-34, where we witness Paul and Silas in an incredible predicament, bound in chains but ultimately breaking free through faith. To further bring this story to life, we will visit with legendary escapologist, Harry Houdini—an expert at turning impossible situations into remarkable escapes. It will be a great day – get ready to break a few chains and make a great escape!
by Church @ 434 | Jul 27, 2025 | The Leap
Today, we continue our series called “The Leap,” and our second message is titled “Flames and Tightropes.” Last week we ‘revved the engines on faith’ and began to explore the importance of taking a leap of faith. This week, we start getting into the specifics of what to expect and what a leap of faith can look like. Each week we have featured a daredevil as a way to illustrate some faith lessons. Last week it was Evel Knievel and we learned that faith might seem crazy to some, until you stick the landing. This week we discover that there is always an element of risk involved and we slide out onto the high wire with Nik Wallenda. It will be fun, life changing, and practical – let’s get started!
