If you’ve ever felt like something was off in the modern church—like you were going through the motions but not growing—you’re not alone. This space was created for believers who love Jesus but are ready to return to what the Bible actually says about faith, discipleship, worship, and community. Whether you’re currently in a traditional church, in transition, or quietly walking this out with Jesus on your own, this blog exists to remind you: God is still moving. He still speaks. And He always preserves a remnant. What You'll Find Here This blog is built around two main types of content: Weekly Gathering Posts Simple, Scripture-based guides for worshiping at home with your spouse, your family, or even on your own. These are released every Sunday morning and include: A weekly Scripture theme Worship suggestions Prayer prompts Reflection questions A challenge to live out your faith If you're looking for a way to stay grounded each week without needing...
After you begin questioning and testing your beliefs, it helps to have a repeatable framework to guide you. Sometimes we hold onto things because they’re familiar, not because they’re biblical. This post is a tool to help you evaluate any teaching, tradition, or idea in light of God’s truth. Step 1: Ask for God’s Guidance Before diving into the process, stop and pray: “Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” —Psalm 139:23-24 Invite the Holy Spirit to be your guide, not just your emotions, logic, or background. Step 2: Ask Honest Questions Use these questions to examine a belief or practice: Can I clearly find this in Scripture? Is this taught by Jesus or the apostles? Is this part of the new covenant, or an old tradition carried forward? Does this point me to Christ or distract me from Him? Is this bearing good fruit? (Galatians 5:22-23) Would I...
Theme Verse: “He is not here; He has risen, just as He said.” — Matthew 28:6 (NIV) Welcome & Intentional Start Let’s enter this time with hearts full of joy and gratitude for the resurrection of Jesus! Opening Prayer: Risen Savior, thank You for defeating death and rising in victory! Today, we celebrate the hope that is alive because You are alive. Fill our hearts with resurrection joy and remind us that nothing is impossible with You. In Your powerful name, amen. Worship Celebrate the resurrection with these powerful songs and Scripture: “Glorious Day” – Passion / Kristian Stanfill “Because He Lives (Amen)” – Matt Maher Psalm 118:24 – "This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." Let the truth of Easter breathe fresh life into your worship. Scripture Reading Begin with the theme verse , Matthew 28:6. Read the full resurrection account in Matthew 28:1–10 to experience the joy and wonder of that first Easter morning. Discussion ...