From Burnt Out to On Fire | Amy Nicholsom | 25 October 2026 Sunday Message: YouTube | iTunes | Spotify Sometimes the most holy thing you can do is have a snack and a nap. The end of October can feel like the start of a sprint: deadlines, exams, school events, year-end functions, and holiday plans... We can often push past our own limits, ignoring the signals, by overworking, filling every hour, doomscrolling, comfort eating, or self-medicating. Ask: How am I really doing?! Elijah’s story: from fire to fire. Elijah lives through drought, trauma, a public showdown with the prophets of Baal - calling down fire from heaven. Then there is a threat to his life from Jezebel. He flees, then leaves his servant behind, walks into the wilderness, and collapses under a broom tree - burnt out and wanting to die. God meets him where he is at, and then takes him on a long journey of restoration into community and purpose, until eventually he is caught up in a chariot of fire. God takes Elijah to be with Him; he doesn't die! Elijah went through Trauma Spiritual Battles Physical Exhaustion Believing lies Isolation Elijah was restored through Physical Rest and Food Moving toward God on a long journey Lament - being honest before God Breaking the lies and replacing with truth Community NOTICE what your body and life are telling you. Notice changes in our sleep, energy, irritation, apathy, sense of connection, spiritual life and relationships. Are we withdrawing from people? Feeling numb? Ignoring the signals our body is sending? What stories do we tell ourselves: “I don’t deserve rest”; “I can’t ask for help”; “I’m the only one.” Elijah believes he is alone, but God reminds him that there are 7,000 others who have remained faithful! Naming an isolating thought can make room to seek another perspective from someone trustworthy. To be able to notice what is going on, you have to have margin! BRING what is happening into the light Elijah walks to Horeb and tells God what he has experienced. God asks him, “What are you doing here?”nd gives him room to speak honestly. We don't need to pray perfect prayers, just honest ones. Lament is a biblical practice. God can handle your honesty! Choose one safe person and let them know what is happening. RENEW your thinking and rhythms Elijah encounters God not in the wind, earthquake or fire, but in a quiet voice. Make room to hear God over time, rather than demanding an instant answer. Get the basics right: healthy habits like enough sleep, healthy food, enough water, exercise, Sabbath, prayer, less doomscrolling and saying no to prevent over-scheduling. LIVE at a more sustainable pace God gives Elijah a next step and a companion in Elisha. The lie that Elijah is the only one is challenged; his work will not continue in isolation. For us, a more sustainable pace may mean sharing responsibility, setting a boundary, allowing unstructured time, or saying no to one demand so we can say yes to what matters. Purpose and service can be meaningful, but our worth is not measured by how much we produce. Recovery is not a demand to get “back on fire” as quickly as possible or to return to the same pace. Choose one change you can make this week. Scriptures • 1 Kings 17–19 • 2 Kings 2:1–12 • John 16:33 Life Group Discussion Questions 1. Which part of Elijah’s story stands out to you the most? 2. At the broom tree, Elijah receives food, water, and rest before he is given a next step What does this suggest about responding to someone who is exhausted? What practical help can you offer? 3. Do a P I E S check-in - how are you doing physically, intellectually, emotionally, spiritually, and what might God be calling you to pay attention to? 4. Elijah believes he is alone. What lies might you be believing that are flowing into your behaviour? For example, you might believe that you have to say yes to every invitation and thus end up overextending yourself. Margin is the difference between your capacity and a catastrophe. What do you think about this statement? Where might you need to create some margin? 5. What is one “yes” and one “no” that might help create a more sustainable pace? Helpful Resources Steve Robinson— Soul Leadership This book offers a revolutionary framework called the Soul-Leadership Cycle that transforms unprocessed trauma into leadership strength. It’s not just about surviving—it’s about emerging stronger and wiser through adversity. https://steverobinson.com/soulleadership/ Carey Nieuwhof — Leadership Podcast Leadership expert and author Carey Nieuwhof defines burnout as a state where your passion and motivation suddenly vanish, leaving you feeling emotionally numb, exhausted, and unable to refuel even with rest. He experienced severe burnout 20 years ago after leading a fast-growing church for over a decade using an unsustainable formula of "more people equals more hours". He has written extensively about burnout and recovery and you can find more on his website, here are two links to get you started. https://careynieuwhof.com/how-to-burn-out-in-6-easy-steps-any-chance-youre-burning-out-right-now/ https://careynieuwhof.libsyn.com/cnlp-806-i-was-almost-ministry-road-kill-burn-out-20-years-later-part-1 Madz Deyzel— Edify EDIFY is an organization established by Madz Deyzel in 2019, founder of Grace Counselling, that partners with local churches to offer hope to communities struggling with mental health needs. Check out these links below for more from Madz: https://edify-buildingthesoul.com https://edify-buildingthesoul.com/resources/ https://edify-buildingthesoul.com/courses/the-wholeness-course/ Dr Andy Yarborough — The Well Clinic Dr Andy’s free resources include practical tools for emotional awareness, self-leadership and wholistic self-care. Particularly helpful are the Awareness Journal, Emotion and Parts Mapping, Holy Listening, and Rhythms of Wholistic Self-Care and Leadership. Explore Dr Andy Yarborough’s free resources Craig Groeschel Winning the War in Your Mind — practical help for identifying destructive thought patterns and renewing the mind. Heal Your Hurting Mind: Biblical Hope for Anxiety, Depression, Burnout, and the Emotions No One Talks About - with Dr Wayne Chappelle — Groeschel shares his own experience of anxiety and burnout alongside practical psychological tools and biblical hope. It is especially relevant to this series because it brings together faith, mental health, and professional wisdom. Explore Craig Groeschel’s books Brené Brown Atlas of the Heart — a helpful guide to understanding and naming our emotions, developing emotional language, and building deeper connections. Learn more about Atlas of the Heart Peter Scazzero Emotionally Healthy Spirituality - A helpful guide to integrating emotional maturity with Christian discipleship. The Emotionally Healthy Leader - Particularly useful for leaders navigating stress, boundaries and sustainable service. Emotionally Healthy resources These resources are intended for reflection, growth, and conversation. They are not substitutes for professional counselling, medical care, or crisis support when you need them.

Why Do I Always Worry? | David Molver | 18 October 2026 Sunday Message: YouTube | iTunes | Spotify Scripture: Matthew 6:19–34; Philippians 4:6–8 Sometimes we spend so much time worrying about tomorrow that we forget to live today. For many of us, bedtime can feel like a boardroom meeting: unfinished tasks, family needs, money, work and uncertain plans all demand attention at once. Not every worry has such a simple answer. Still, one question can help us notice what is happening: Am I addressing the problem, or am I just rehearsing it? Worry can sometimes alert us to a useful action. Rehearsing the same fear without moving towards action, support, or acceptance can keep us stuck. Worry is not a failure of faith Worry is a human experience; it doesn't mean someone is a bad Christian or doesn't trust God. Worry is concern about what might happen; Anxiety includes fear or unease; Rumination is going over the same concern repeatedly without finding a way forward. NOTICE what has your attention Uncertainty can make us reach for control. We may even begin to believe that worrying is how we protect the people and things we love. What has my attention? What is occupying my heart? In Matthew 6, Jesus speaks about what we treasure and what fills our hearts before he addresses worry. He points to birds and wildflowers as reminders of God’s care. Jesus is not mocking practical needs or telling people that hardship will never come. He is inviting his followers to trust God with what they cannot secure by worry, and to give their attention to what is in front of them today. BRING your worries to God honestly Philippians 4:6–7 invites us to bring our requests to God in prayer, with thanksgiving. That is not pretending everything is fine. We can tell God when we are angry, afraid, unsure how to provide, or worried about someone we love. Thanksgiving helps us remember God’s faithfulness even while the situation is unresolved. RENEW the way you respond A worry may return after we have prayed about it. A swallow that flew into the church office and circled for hours, even though the doors were open. When it changed its flight path, it noticed the exit and flew to freedom. When a thought keeps circling, we can ask whether there is a different route: a practical action, an honest conversation, a boundary, support from someone we trust, or help from a qualified professional. Not every obstacle can be walked around, and some concerns require more than one kind of support. Counselling or medication, when appropriate, is not evidence of weak faith; it can be part of a wise next step. LIVE one faithful next step Three questions to ask: • What can I control? • What can I influence? • What do I need to release to God? Life Group discussion questions 1. When does your mind tend to hold its “boardroom meeting”? 2. What's the difference between addressing a problem and rehearsing it? 3. In Matthew 6:25–34, what do Jesus’ words about the birds, wildflowers, and tomorrow invite us to trust? 4. Which is hardest for you: identifying what you can control, what you can influence, or what you need to release to God? Why? 5. How does prayer with thanksgiving (Philippians 4:6–8) help when a situation has not yet changed? 6. If a worry keeps returning, what different path/action step might help? Helpful Resources Madz Deyzel— Edify EDIFY is an organization established by Madz Deyzel in 2019, founder of Grace Counselling, that partners with local churches to offer hope to communities struggling with mental health needs. Check out these links below for more from Madz: https://edify-buildingthesoul.com https://edify-buildingthesoul.com/resources/ https://edify-buildingthesoul.com/courses/the-wholeness-course/ Dr Andy Yarborough — The Well Clinic Dr Andy’s free resources include practical tools for emotional awareness, self-leadership and wholistic self-care. Particularly helpful are the Awareness Journal, Emotion and Parts Mapping, Holy Listening, and Rhythms of Wholistic Self-Care and Leadership. Explore Dr Andy Yarborough’s free resources Craig Groeschel Winning the War in Your Mind — practical help for identifying destructive thought patterns and renewing the mind. Heal Your Hurting Mind: Biblical Hope for Anxiety, Depression, Burnout, and the Emotions No One Talks About - with Dr Wayne Chappelle — Groeschel shares his own experience of anxiety and burnout alongside practical psychological tools and biblical hope. It is especially relevant to this series because it brings together faith, mental health, and professional wisdom. Explore Craig Groeschel’s books Brené Brown Atlas of the Heart — a helpful guide to understanding and naming our emotions, developing emotional language, and building deeper connections. Learn more about Atlas of the Heart Peter Scazzero Emotionally Healthy Spirituality - A helpful guide to integrating emotional maturity with Christian discipleship. The Emotionally Healthy Leader - Particularly useful for leaders navigating stress, boundaries and sustainable service. Emotionally Healthy resources These resources are intended for reflection, growth, and conversation. They are not substitutes for professional counselling, medical care, or crisis support when you need them.

Prepare Your Minds For Action | Madz Deyzel | 11 October 2026 Sunday Message: YouTube | iTunes | Spotify 1 Peter 1:13 ‘So prepare your minds for action and exercise self-control. Put all your hope in the gracious salvation that will come to you when Jesus Christ is revealed to the world.” The KJV says, “Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind.” To gird – to be unimpeded in movement by binding a flowing garment to your body with a belt. WHY...? • Prepare yourself for a fight or an enormous task. • Prepare to go into battle • Prepare to be mindful of this battleground. In biblical times, they knew this phrase = as the phrase means to tie up their tunic when going into battle = to avoid tripping up. The Scripture is relevant for today = we need to be consciously engaged with what happens in our minds. First, I want to share some mental health concepts, give you some practical tools for understanding your mind, apply it to Scripture, and show you practically what it means to engage in the mental fight! FIRST CONCEPT: “Whenever the needs for Security, Significance or Self-worth are threatened, it triggers emotions such as anger, anxiety or fear. Fear can cause rigidity – lack of flexibility Think about those spaces in your life being threatened?? SECOND CONCEPT: Is a great tool in psychology called the ABCDE model A. Activating Event – any trigger / threat / circumstances B. Belief – the story you tell yourself C. Consequent Emotion – the emotion – by-product of belief D. Dictated Behaviour – chosen self-protecting behaviour E. Effect THIRD - CONCEPT: MIND THE GAP WHY QUESTIONS: Vulnerable space for attack Eph 6:16 “In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.” 2 Corinthians 10:5 “We destroy every proud obstacle that keeps people from knowing God. We capture their rebellious thoughts (Neoma) and teach them to obey Christ.” 2 Corinthians 2:11 “..in order that Satan might not outwit us. For we are not unaware of his schemes.” (Neoma) 2 Corinthians 4:4 “Satan, who is the god of this world, has blinded the minds (Neoma) of those who don’t believe.” 2 Corinthians 11:3 “But I am afraid that just as Eve was deceived by the serpent’s cunning, your minds (Neoma) may somehow be led astray from your sincere and pure devotion to Christ.” The space the enemy wants to attack us is our Minds That is why we need to prepare our minds for action. In Genesis 37, we read about a large family with a threat in their lives that created destructive cycles that impacted them for many years. A threat to their security, significance or self-worth • Father = Jacob, who had twelve sons. • Ten of whom were very “threatened” by the second youngest, Joseph • Due 2 favouritism, Jacob “unwisely” showed him • This triggered huge anger in his brothers Gen 37:4 “But his brothers hated Joseph because their father loved him more than the rest of them. They couldn’t say a kind word to him.” On top of that, Joseph adds fuel to the fire… • He shares these dreams: he would rise to a position of king; how they would “bow” before him• The text goes on to say how this triggered a deep “hatred” in them. A. Activating Event = favouritism B. Belief – consider their WHY story… • There is something wrong with me – I’m not enough • That’s why I’m not loved; no favour shown to me. C. Consequent Emotion – hatred, resentment D. Dictated Behaviour – nasty speech, murder, slavery E. Effect = negative effect on the desire of heart… When we feel powerless, we often choose things that make us feel powerful. The brothers sold Joseph into slavery They lied to their father, showing him his blood-soaked cloak. Jacob goes into a deep depression The effect of their behaviour never made it better – it made it worse Genesis 37:35 “All his sons and daughters came to comfort him, but he refused to be comforted. “No," he said, “I will continue to mourn until I join my son in the grave.” So his father wept for him.” Note: What did the brothers focus on? …. The problem. Joseph three betrayals/threats / triggers / activating events 1. Joseph’s brothers - throw him in a pit and then sell him to some traders, who in turn sold him to a guy named Potiphar (a senior officer of Pharaoh - the king of Egypt), a victim of human trafficking. 2. Joseph has now worked his way up into a senior position in Potiphar’s house; Potiphar’s wife tries to seduce him numerous times, and Joseph denies her every time. She is angry and so accuses him of raping her, so he ends up back in prison – for years. 3. While in prison, he helps Pharaoh’s chief cupbearer, who was also in prison for a time, by interpreting a dream that comes true; Joseph asks him to remember him when he is released, but the cupbearer forgets him for two more years. (These three events happened over a 13-year time period.) A. = Activating Event Sold into slavery Falsely accused of rape Used and forgotten… B = THIS IS THE SPACE WHEN THOUGHT ATTACKS WILL COME AT YOU • This is your fault = bragged about your dreams • You are too young to be bowed down to = not good enough • People don’t care about you = you are nothing in prison • God is on your side – never leave nor forsake • He has a plan for you • God is sovereign & will work all things out Þ some thoughts bring = blame, insecurity & fear - DEATH Þ Some thoughts bring = peace, hope and comfort - LIFE We need to know the SOURCE of our thoughts… I do this by asking myself a simple question… Is it bringing me Life or Death? • Peace or Fear? • Reconciliation or Revenge? • Love or Hatred? • Forgiveness or Animosity? • Expanding or shrinking? • Humility or Pride? Here is the KEY moment… WHAT I CHOOSE TO AGREE WITH BRINGS LIFE OR DEATH The biggest scheme of the enemy to get you to believe that… Your value is based on behaviour… yours and or others. • Joseph’s brothers experienced rejection from their dad, Jacob Þ Death thoughts… I’m not enough, something wrong with me Þ Death emotions, of bitterness and revenge Þ Death behaviours: murderous ideas, selling brother into slavery & lies to their father (Which keeps them stuck in destructive cycles of behaviour.)• I failed = becomes I AM a failure…. • They divorced me = becomes I AM unlovable… • I got retrenched = I AM dispensable… If the enemy can get you to believe YOU ARE what you or others do then it sets you up to So the question is this – Why did Joseph not find himself hooked up in bitterness and revenge…??? The brothers focus on the Problem. Joseph focuses on the Promise Genesis 39:2 “The LORD was with Joseph…” Genesis 39:3 “His master saw that the LORD was with him...” Genesis 39:21 “But the LORD was with Joseph ....” Genesis 39:23 “Because the LORD was with Joseph....” The word LORD is written in capitals…“YEHOVA” This is the covenant-keeping God. The same God who had made a promise to Joseph’s great-grandfather… Abraham …that he and his descendants would be made into a great nation… God of Abraham, Issac & Jacob... Joseph focused on promises, not the problems or the prison (both victims, but what we focus on = victor) What LENSES are you looking at your THREATS through? THREE STEPS TO ‘AID’ A HEALTHY MINDSET 1. A = ACKNOWLEDGE YOUR EMOTIONS In any situation you find yourself in, accept and allow yourself to express what you are feeling in a healthy, constructive way. 2. I = IDENTIFY YOUR REALITY Understand the reality of the situation you're in. See it for what it is, HOWEVER, don’t allow this reality to define who you are. Question the source of your thoughts. 3. D = DEFINE YOURSELF BY TRUTH All truth is God’s truth. Make sure that His truth defines who you are. His truth becomes the basis for your new belief. Know the author of your beliefs. Put on truth lenses. We began by looking at 1 Peter 1:13, which told us to prepare our minds for action… to gird our loins… Eph 6:14 “Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armour of God’s righteousness.” “Stand therefore, having girded your loins with truth.” KJV Loins – was the place the Hebrews thought the generative power resided – new life – reproduction. The way we prepare (gird our loins) is by putting on the BELT OF TRUTH... produces NEW LIFE Phil 4:6-7 “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done. 7 Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus." Phil 4:8 “And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honourable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise.” A Closing Prayer based on Truth Scriptures: [Psalm 27:11; 139:23 and Ephesians 1:16-18] Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out lie in me that offends You. I long to live a life that pleases You, where my hope & trust is placed in You! Teach me how to live, O Lord. Lead me along the right path, the path of everlasting life, a path of truth, and show me what that looks like day by day. Lord, I pray for Your spiritual wisdom and insight so that I can continue to grow in the knowledge of You. May my heart be flooded with Your light and truth, so that I can have a confident hope in knowing that I am called and that I have a rich and glorious inheritance in You. Amen. Life Group Discussion Questions Peter says to “prepare your minds for action” (1 Peter 1:13). What might it look like to be more intentional about noticing and engaging with our thoughts this week? Madz described how threats to security, significance, or self-worth can trigger strong emotions. Think of a manageable everyday example: what was the activating event, what story or belief followed, and how did it affect your consequent emotions and behaviour? Joseph faced betrayal, false accusation, and being forgotten, yet Genesis repeatedly says, “The Lord was with Joseph.” How can we acknowledge pain or injustice without letting it define who we are? The AID tool is: Acknowledge your emotions, Identify your reality, Define yourself by truth. Which of these steps is most natural for you—and which might help you most when you feel threatened or overwhelmed? Madz invites us to notice whether our thoughts lead towards “life or death”—for example, peace or fear, reconciliation or revenge. How might Philippians 4:6–8 help us respond to difficult thoughts, and how can our group support one another without rushing to fix things? Helpful Resources Madz Deyzel— Edify EDIFY is an organization established by Madz Deyzel in 2019, founder of Grace Counselling, that partners with local churches to offer hope to communities struggling with mental health needs. Check out these links below for more from Madz: https://edify-buildingthesoul.com https://edify-buildingthesoul.com/resources/ https://edify-buildingthesoul.com/courses/the-wholeness-course/ Dr Andy Yarborough — The Well Clinic Dr Andy’s free resources include practical tools for emotional awareness, self-leadership and wholistic self-care. Particularly helpful are the Awareness Journal, Emotion and Parts Mapping, Holy Listening, and Rhythms of Wholistic Self-Care and Leadership. Explore Dr Andy Yarborough’s free resources Craig Groeschel Winning the War in Your Mind — practical help for identifying destructive thought patterns and renewing the mind. Heal Your Hurting Mind: Biblical Hope for Anxiety, Depression, Burnout, and the Emotions No One Talks About - with Dr Wayne Chappelle — Groeschel shares his own experience of anxiety and burnout alongside practical psychological tools and biblical hope. It is especially relevant to this series because it brings together faith, mental health, and professional wisdom. Explore Craig Groeschel’s books Brené Brown Atlas of the Heart — a helpful guide to understanding and naming our emotions, developing emotional language, and building deeper connections. Learn more about Atlas of the Heart Peter Scazzero Emotionally Healthy Spirituality - A helpful guide to integrating emotional maturity with Christian discipleship. The Emotionally Healthy Leader - Particularly useful for leaders navigating stress, boundaries and sustainable service. Emotionally Healthy resources These resources are intended for reflection, growth, and conversation. They are not substitutes for professional counselling, medical care, or crisis support when you need them.

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BAPTISM Water Baptism Water Baptism is a public, outward declaration that reflects a personal, inward faith. The word ‘baptise; comes from a Greek word baptise which means to ‘immerse or dip under water’. (Romans 6:1-8; Colossians 2:12,2 ; 2 Corinthians 5:17) Why Get Baptized? Every person who has decided to believe in Christ is encouraged to be baptised. In the New Testament as soon as people decided to put their faith in Jesus, they were baptised, and often baptism with the Holy Spirit followed. Jesus modeled baptism and taught it so this is an act of faith and obedience. What if...? The only pre-requisite to baptism is salvation by grace through faith in Jesus. Remember you don’t try to get better before seeking a doctor’s help. You seek help to get better. It’s the same with this journey. Don’t delay this significant, powerful moment. What to Expect If you are ready to take this step, click the button to sign up for our next baptism Sunday. We will get in touch with you and ask for a short voice note about what your decision means to you and a picture of you to share on screen On the day, plan to arrive at 08:00 | 09:45 at the Welcome Desk. We will give you your Raised to Life T-Shirt and talk about what it means to get baptised. Please get changed before the Service begins so that you are ready to come to the front when your voice note is played (Towards the end of the service). Afterward, we will spend some time praying for Jesus to baptise you with the Holy Spirit, and you will receive a certificate. What to wear/bring with: Dark shorts/long pants, Raised to Life T-shirt. A change of clothes Please bring a towel! Please invite your friends and family to celebrate this significant day with you! Sign Up

MISSIONS & OUTREACH We believe that following Jesus means living beyond ourselves. The Church isn't called to simply gather—it's called to go. That's why missions and outreach are at the heart of who we are at Free Church. One of the core pillars of our mission is to Go Live With Purpose . We want every person to discover that God has uniquely gifted them to make a difference in their community, their nation, and the world. Whether it's serving a neighbour, caring for the vulnerable, planting churches, or taking the Gospel across borders, every act of love points people to Jesus. Serve Days Throughout the year, we host Serve Days, where our church family comes together to meet practical needs and demonstrate God's love in our city. From community projects to supporting local organisations, Serve Days are an opportunity for everyone to roll up their sleeves and make a tangible difference. Check the Events page for the next Serve Day. Local Outreach Loving our city starts with meeting real needs. Through practical acts of generosity and compassion, we're committed to bringing hope to people in our community. Food Pantry Our Food Pantry provides food parcels to individuals and families facing difficult seasons. Through the generosity of our church, we're able to offer practical support, encouragement, and hope to those who need it most. Every donation and every volunteer helps make a difference in someone's life. Ditshego Our partnership with Ditshego allows us to support families and individuals through practical care, empowerment, and community development initiatives that bring hope where it's needed most. Basadi Ba Moshito Foundation We are proud to partner with the Basadi Ba Moshito Foundation, supporting their work of restoring dignity, creating opportunities, and bringing hope to women and communities through meaningful outreach and development. Zambia Mission Trips Teams from Free Church travel to Zambia to partner with the Zambia Project to preach the Gospel. These mission trips are an opportunity to share the love of Jesus through practical service, leadership development, children's ministry, evangelism, and encouragement. Whether you're travelling for the first time or have been on many mission trips, we believe God uses these experiences to transform both the communities we serve and the people who go. Church Planting Healthy churches change communities, and we believe every person should have access to a life-giving local church. That's why Free Church partners with ARC (Association of Related Churches) to help plant life-giving, Bible-centred churches around the world. Through prayer, generosity, leadership development, and practical support, we're investing in seeing more churches established so that more people can encounter the hope of Jesus. Live Beyond Yourself Following Jesus isn't just about what God wants to do in you—it's about what He wants to do through you. Whether you're serving at the Food Pantry, participating in a Serve Day, joining a mission trip to Zambia, partnering with one of our local outreach initiatives, or helping plant churches around the world, there's a place for you to make a difference. Together, let's Go Live With Purpose and bring the hope of Jesus to our community, our nation, and the nations.