The call of John 15 is to abide in Jesus….to be connected to the true vine. However, with that connection comes exposure to the same worldly hatred and persecution that Jesus received in his time on earth. As Jesus continues to teach his disciples in this chapter, he instructs them (and us!) that while a life of following him can be hard, he will not abandon us to navigate that life on our own. In fact, he will give us the gift of the Holy Spirit so that even as we follow him through difficulty, he can use our challenges to strengthen others and encourage them to follow him as well.

Do you ever feel stuck—like no matter how hard you try, you're not growing or moving
forward? Jesus gives us a simple but powerful truth: real growth only happens when we stay
connected to him. Without him, we wither, but with him, we thrive. What would it look like to stop
striving on your own and start abiding in the life he offers?

Life can feel uncertain, lonely, and confusing, but what if God has already given us everything we need to walk in truth and confidence? Jesus’ words in John 14 reveal a powerful promise—one that changes how we experience His presence, hear His voice, and follow His way. If you’ve ever struggled to understand what it really means to love and obey Jesus, or if you feel like you’re doing it all on your own, this is for you.

How do you feel about the future? When life feels uncertain, it’s easy to get caught up in fear or worry about what comes next. But what if you didn’t have to face those fears alone? Today, Jesus invites you to receive his peace, direction, and lasting purpose—three things that can change your perspective from anxiety to hope.

When’s the last time you were betrayed or hurt by someone close to you? Jesus faced this with Judas and Peter—one betrayed him, the other denied him—but he still chose to love. Jesus was deeply hurt, but he didn’t let pain define him. Instead, he chose to love, and he calls us to do the same.

Ever feel like you're the one always doing the work, while others seem to slack off? Or maybe you're in charge and can’t understand why people don’t follow through? In this talk, we take a closer look at Jesus washing His disciples' feet, an act of love and humility that flips our expectations upside down. Discover how this powerful moment not only reveals God's heart for us, but also shows us how to find joy and freedom through serving others.

Life is full of threshold moments—big transitions that can shape us in powerful ways. Some bring joy, others bring challenge, but all require wisdom and courage. How do we navigate these turning points well? In this talk, we’ll uncover six essentials for stepping into life’s next chapter with trust, hope, and a steady confidence in God’s good plans.

Please note, Discussion Guides will be paused for Christmas and resume January 5th. Thanks!