| Lots of people identify as Christians—about one-third of the world, in fact, but calling ourselves Christians and actually following Jesus can be two very different things. Without even realizing it, we can drift into a version of faith that’s more about appearances, routines, or cultural identity than about a life-changing relationship with Christ. It’s possible to know the language of Jesus, Christianity, attend church, and still miss the deep surrender and transformation Jesus calls us to. That’s the tension this series is designed to confront. |
| This series challenges us to honestly examine where we may be living a compromised version of Christianity—one where comfort, convenience, or culture has begun to overshadow true faith, obedience, and dependence on Jesus. Each week, we’ll look at different ways this can show up in our lives and explore what it means to move from shallow faith to a deeper, more authentic relationship with Christ. Because “Christian-ish” faith is not what Jesus died for. He didn’t call us to wear a label; He called us to follow Him fully. |
| “Christian-ish” describes a half-hearted faith—a lukewarm Christianity that looks the part on the outside but lacks surrender on the inside. But real faith grows when we actually step out and trust God. |
| Lots of people identify as Christians—about one-third of the world, in fact, but calling ourselves Christians and actually following Jesus can be two very different things. Without even realizing it, we can drift into a version of faith that’s more about appearances, routines, or cultural identity than about a life-changing relationship with Christ. It’s possible to know the language of Jesus, Christianity, attend church, and still miss the deep surrender and transformation Jesus calls us to. That’s the tension this series is designed to confront. |
| This series challenges us to honestly examine where we may be living a compromised version of Christianity—one where comfort, convenience, or culture has begun to overshadow true faith, obedience, and dependence on Jesus. Each week, we’ll look at different ways this can show up in our lives and explore what it means to move from shallow faith to a deeper, more authentic relationship with Christ. Because “Christian-ish” faith is not what Jesus died for. He didn’t call us to wear a label; He called us to follow Him fully. |
| “Christian-ish” describes a half-hearted faith—a lukewarm Christianity that looks the part on the outside but lacks surrender on the inside. But real faith grows when we actually step out and trust God. |
Life is filled with big decisions and uncertain moments. Should I take this job? Is this the right relationship? Should I move? What school should I choose? How do I know what God wants me to do? If we're honest, we've all had moments when we've wished God would simply speak out loud and tell us exactly what to do. We long for clear answers when life feels complicated. That's why this series, God, Just Tell Me, is so important. Together, we'll discover how to find clarity, confidence, and direction—even when the path ahead isn't perfectly clear.
One of the greatest truths we can learn is that knowing God's will begins with knowing God's heart. We often spend so much time trying to figure out God's specific plan that we neglect the relationship He wants to have with us. The closer we grow to Him, the more we begin to recognize His voice, trust His leading, and understand His character. The reality is that we frequently overcomplicate God's will while underestimating God's goodness. God is not trying to hide His plan from His children. He is a loving Father who delights in leading those who trust Him.
Throughout Scripture, we see four important aspects of God's will. First is TRUST God's Sovereign Will—His unstoppable and unchangeable plan that accomplishes His purposes regardless of human circumstances (Isaiah 46:10; Proverbs 19:21). Nothing catches God by surprise, and nothing can derail His ultimate plan. Second is OBEY God's Moral Will, the timeless truth revealed through His Word that teaches us how to live. Scripture reminds us that "this is God's will: your sanctification" (1 Thessalonians 4:3). The Greek word hagios means set apart, different, sacred, and dedicated to God. Before we ask God where He wants us to go, we must first ask whether we're becoming the kind of people He has called us to be. You can't expect to walk in God's will while knowingly disobeying God's Word.
Third, we learn to ACCEPT God's Permissive Will. In His love, God gives us freedom to make many choices. Not every decision has one perfect answer. Within the boundaries of His moral will, God often allows us the freedom to choose while trusting Him to guide our steps. As Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 10:23, "Everything is permissible, but not everything is beneficial." Wisdom helps us choose not simply what is allowed, but what is best.
Finally, we seek to WALK in God's Personal Will—His unique calling and purpose for each of our lives. Ephesians 2:10 reminds us that we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works that He prepared in advance for us to do. God has designed each of us with unique gifts, opportunities, and assignments that bring glory to Him. Psalm 32:8 offers this beautiful promise: "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you." God doesn't simply point us toward His will from a distance—He lovingly walks with us every step of the way.
When we stop obsessing over every unknown detail and instead pursue the heart of God, we discover that His will becomes much clearer. As we trust His sovereign plan, obey His Word, embrace the freedom He gives, and faithfully follow His personal calling, we can move forward with confidence. We don't have to live paralyzed by uncertainty because we serve a God who is always good, always faithful, and always leading His children toward His perfect purposes. Join us this Sunday as we kick off our new series: God, Just Tell Me! - Pastor Jason
| This series challenges us to honestly examine where we may be living a compromised version of Christianity—one where comfort, convenience, or culture has begun to overshadow true faith, obedience, and dependence on Jesus. Each week, we’ll look at different ways this can show up in our lives and explore what it means to move from shallow faith to a deeper, more authentic relationship with Christ. Because “Christian-ish” faith is not what Jesus died for. He didn’t call us to wear a label; He called us to follow Him fully. |
| “Christian-ish” describes a half-hearted faith—a lukewarm Christianity that looks the part on the outside but lacks surrender on the inside. But real faith grows when we actually step out and trust G |
