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BUILD Pt. 4: The God Gap — P. Josiah
In part 4 of this sermon series, Pastor Josiah poses the question, are we building our lives as genuine offerings to God, or are we constructing cheap imitations that merely look spiritual from a distance? We're challenged to examine the markers of our own spiritual construction, and reminded that unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain (Psalm 127:1).
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31:57
BUILD Pt 3: Get Up! — P. Josiah
In part three of this series, Pastor Josiah focuses on the account of blind Bartimaeus to illustrate how we must throw off false identities rooted in past hurts, failures, and limitations in order to build what God has called us to create. The core truth is that our identity is not found in our past, our failures, or our wounds, but in being the righteousness of God and children of God through Christ.
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Build Pt. 2: Built for Prayer — P. Josiah
In part two of this series, Pastor Josiah explains the critical importance of building our lives in partnership with God rather than simply managing daily responsibilities. The central message is that believers should not merely survive life but flourish according to God's elevated plans. The sermon distinguishes between working "in" our lives versus working "on" our lives with God's vision in mind.
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Build Pt. 1: The Blueprint for 2026: Palace or Temple? — P. Josiah
In part one of this series, Pastor Josiah challenges believers to examine what they are building with their lives in 2026. Using King Solomon's life as a cautionary tale, the message contrasts building a "palace" (focused on self-rule, personal ambitions, and individual desires) with building a "temple" (living as a living sacrifice wholly devoted to God). The core message emphasizes that as we delight in the Lord and seek Him first, He adds all other blessings to our lives, bringing true fulfillment, provision, and purpose.
A Peace of Christmas
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A Peace of Christmas Pt. 3: He Will be Our Peace — P. Josiah
In part three of this series, Pastor Josiah explores the true nature of peace that God offers through Jesus Christ. Rather than peace being a destination we arrive at when circumstances are perfect, the message reveals that peace is a person - Jesus himself. Despite imperfect circumstances in our lives, we can experience genuine peace because Jesus is present with us. This peace is not circumstantial but eternal, based on who Jesus is and what He has accomplished.
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34:53
A Peace of Christmas Pt. 2: Didn't See that Coming — P. Josiah
In part two of this series, Pastor Josiah explores how believers can experience genuine peace amid life's uncertainties and unexpected challenges through understanding Jesus as the Good Shepherd. Drawing from Micah's prophecy about the coming Messiah, the message emphasizes that while we may not see what's coming in life, our Shepherd does. Peace is not found in certainty about our circumstances, but in the certainty of who is leading us.
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A Peace of Christmas Pt 1: The Promise of Peace — P. Josiah
In part one of this series, Pastor Josiah guides us through the ancient prophecy of Micah, written 750 years before Jesus was born. We discover something profound: peace was prepared before our problems ever existed. God prepared peace for us before time, anticipating challenges like financial pressure and broken relationships. The prophecy indicated that from Bethlehem, meaning 'house of bread,' would come a ruler whose existence predates creation, revealing Jesus as the eternal 'bread of life.
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But God
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But God Pt. 5: From Prison to Praise — P. Josiah
In part five of this series, Pastor Josiah takes us into one of the most dramatic healing accounts in the Gospels—the story of four friends who literally tore through a roof to bring their paralyzed friend to Jesus. What unfolds in Mark 2 is more than just a miracle; it's a profound lesson about faith in action and the transformative power of community. The paralyzed man had been bound to his mat his entire life—it wasn't just a physical limitation, but had become his identity, his prison. Yet when Jesus speaks forgiveness and healing over him, everything changes.
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But God Pt. 4: One Touch of Faith — P. Josiah
In part four of this series, Pastor Josiah explores the intersection of impossibility and divine intervention through the lens of Mark 5, where we encounter a woman who had suffered with bleeding for twelve years. Her story becomes our story when we find ourselves exhausted from trying everything in our own strength. What impossibilities are you facing? What areas have you tried to fix in your own strength? The invitation is clear—reach forward by faith, even when we feel weak, even when circumstances say we shouldn't, even when we've exhausted every other option. That simple act of reaching changes everything.
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But God Pt. 3: Borrowing Room for God — P. Josiah
In part three of this series, Pastor Josiah explores the transformative truth that what appears impossible in our lives becomes possible with God. Through the story of the widow and Elisha in 2 Kings 4, we discover how desperate situations can become miraculous testimonies when we step out in faith on God's word. The message reminds us that God's instructions often don't align with human logic, but when we act on His word, we move from impossibility into His possibilities.
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37:38
But God Pt. 2: Forgiveness & Restoration — P. Josiah
In part two of this message series, Pastor Josiah takes deep into the story of Joseph, reminding us that what we see on the surface rarely tells the whole story. Joseph's journey from betrayed brother to Egypt's second-in-command isn't just an ancient tale of rags to riches. It's a profound exploration of what happens when God transforms our hearts in impossible places. The call is clear: forgiveness positions us for but God moments, and repentance allows us to fully experience what God has already given.
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But God Pt. 1: Stepping from Impossible to Possible — P. Josiah
In part one of this series, Pastor Josiah takes us to the Jordan River, where faith met the impossible. The waters didn’t part before the priests stepped in—they parted when they did. This message reminds us that God’s power moves when we do, turning impossible moments into “But God” breakthroughs.
Our Goal / My Role
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Our Goal / My Role Pt. 4: A Powerful Panel on Being Planted in God’s House — P. Josiah
What if the gift you think is too small is exactly what someone else needs today? This week at Thrive Church, we hosted a powerful panel on discovering your role in God’s greater plan. Your gift isn’t for you—it’s for others. When you’re planted in God’s house, comparison fades and purpose grows. You’re not here by mistake. Your presence matters. Your gift matters. Someone today needs what God has placed in you.
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Our Goal / My Role Pt.3: Living Out Your Role in God's Plan — P. Josiah
In part three of this series, Pastor Josiah reminds is that we are the light of the world, called to shine brightly for God's glory. The central scripture, Matthew 5:14-16, challenges us not to hide our light under a basket, but to let it shine for all to see. This imagery beautifully illustrates how our God-given gifts, talents, and abilities are meant to be used purposefully. This message encourages us to reflect on how we're using our unique gifts, both in the world and in the church, to fulfill our role in God's greater plan.
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Our Goal / My Role Pt. 2: Identifying Your Unique Role — Natalie Gurnsey
In part two of this series, Natalie explores the profound truth that God has uniquely gifted each of us for a purpose within His grand design. Just as in nature's ecosystems where every creature plays a crucial role, we too are part of God's ecosystem - the body of Christ. Our spiritual gifts, whether they be encouragement, leadership, or discernment, are not for our glory but for the strengthening of the church. We're challenged to embrace our God-given gifts without comparison or shame, understanding that these are strategic decisions made by our Creator.
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Our Goal / My Role Pt. 1: Understanding God's Purpose — P. Josiah
Are we living life in a small way, focused solely on ourselves? In part one of this series, pastor Josiah challenges us to shift our perspective from a self-centered 'Mona Lisa' view to seeing the grand masterpiece God is painting with our lives. We're reminded that our lives aren't small, but we might be living them in a small way. The apostle Paul's words to the Corinthians urge us to enter a 'wide open, spacious life' by recognizing our role in God's greater goal.
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