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More Than Words | Experiencing God Is More Than Knowing About Him
Knowing about God isn’t the same as experiencing Him. Faith was never meant to be studied from a manual—it’s meant to be lived.
Pastor Brandon
Jul 17, 20253 min read


Runaway Train: When Loyalty Goes Off the Rails in the American Church
Runaway Train isn’t just a '90s song—it’s a spiritual reality for too many people. They’re not rebelling. They’re not faithless. They’re exhausted, overlooked, and wondering if anyone even notices they’re missing. This blog isn’t about fixing them—it’s about finding them. It’s about reminding them (and the Church) that Jesus never stops chasing runaway trains. Even when the Church does.
Pastor Brandon
Jul 13, 20254 min read


The Policy of Truth: How the Evangelical Right Traded Truth For Power
When the Church starts defending lies instead of calling them out, it loses its witness. This post takes a hard look at how Evangelicals have abandoned truth in exchange for political power—and why that betrayal costs more than we realize.
Pastor Brandon
May 10, 20253 min read


No Doubt About It: Certainty is Killing Our Faith
Real faith isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about trusting the God who holds the mysteries. In a culture obsessed with certainty, we’ve forgotten that questions, wrestling, and doubt are signs of a living, breathing faith. Explore why certainty is killing the American Church—and how trusting Jesus over easy answers can revive it.
Pastor Brandon
Apr 28, 20253 min read


The Tide Is High (But I'm Holdin' On) - Trusting God in During Uncertain Times
Ever feel like God gave you just enough information to get started—but left out some pretty important details?
Like, “Okay, Lord, I’m building the boat… but you forgot the rudder. How am I supposed to steer this thing?”
Welcome to the holy tension of trusting God in rudderless seasons.
Pastor Brandon
Apr 2, 20254 min read


Do You Really Want to Hurt Me? Overcoming the Pain of Church Hurt
Church hurt cuts deep because it comes from people who were supposed to love you. In this blog, discover how to overcome the pain of church hurt with biblical wisdom, personal stories, and practical steps toward healing. Learn how to navigate disappointment in the Church without losing your faith in Jesus — and why sometimes God uses rejection to lead us to something better. You’re not alone. Jesus sees you, heals you, and still has a purpose for you.
Pastor Brandon
Mar 27, 20255 min read


I Want It That Way: Letting Go Of Our Customized Jesus
"Tell me why..."Why do we keep trying to make Jesus into something He never claimed to be?
Pastor Brandon
Feb 16, 20255 min read


Shiny, Happy People: Being a Light in Dark Times
We’re living in turbulent times—no doubt about it. Everywhere we turn, there’s more division, more negativity, and more fear. It’s exhausting. Some days, it’s hard enough just to stay positive, let alone be a beacon of light. But that’s exactly what God calls us to do—to be people who radiate His hope, love, and joy, even when the world feels dark and uncertain.
So how do we live out that calling? How do we shine when everything around us feels dim? Let’s talk about what it
Pastor Brandon
Jan 2, 20255 min read
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