Mind Full

In the 'Mind Full' series, we delve into the internal struggles and emotional burdens that weigh us down. This series explores how negative emotions and thoughts can drive our behaviors and impact every aspect of our lives. Through the wisdom found in scripture, we discover the importance of shifting from a mindset filled with shame and self-condemnation to one rooted in faith, identity in Christ, and the transformative power of Jesus' love and redemption. Join us as we journey together from hiding and feeling unworthy to embracing our true identity and finding the freedom and peace that Jesus provides.

Pastor Jason explains that our beliefs are a battleground in spiritual warfare, shaped by both personal and cultural influences. He encourages humility, a willingness to change, and submission to the Holy Spirit as essential steps for aligning our beliefs with God's truth, enabling personal growth and spiritual progress.

This sermon addresses depression through the lens of Lamentations, particularly focusing on Jeremiah's raw expressions of despair and eventual hope in God. Pastor Ryan outlines four key anchors for those struggling with depression: having permission to be real with God, recalling God's goodness even in dark times, understanding that our wounds can help heal others, and recognizing that God is the ultimate portion/inheritance beyond earthly struggles.

Pastor Ryan delves into the impact of shame on our lives, drawing from personal experiences and the story of the woman healed by Jesus. He elucidates how shame drives us to hide and overachieve, yet through faith in Jesus, we can be freed from shame's burden. Pastor Ryan encourages a shift towards desperate faith in Jesus, emphasizing that our identity is rooted in His love and sacrifice, not past actions or others' opinions. The sermon concludes with a prayer, reminding the congregation of their new identity as beloved children of God, free from shame and embraced in community.