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We all carry something in our relationship to time. Regret, confusion, and fear can shape how we see where we’ve been, where we are, and where we’re headed. But in Philippians 3, Paul invites us to press on—not by rewriting our past or perfecting our future, but by fixing our eyes on Christ. In him, we find healing for what’s behind, purpose for what’s now, and confidence for what’s ahead. 

From Phil. 3:12–4:1.

Paul reminds us that obedience isn’t about striving harder, but about responding to the God already at work in us. As we grow in hunger for him, we take on the yoke of Jesus—becoming a people marked by obedience, innocence, and joy in a world bent toward cynicism. From Phil. 2:12–18. | Guest: Vernon Naron, Associate Director of Prayer & Mission at The Summit

We all long for assurance—for security, worth, and control. We feel the pull to earn it through success, trying to move beyond any pain or loss. Culture even celebrates this. But in Philippians 3, Paul points us to a better way: to lose our self-made worth and gain Christ. Through the cross, we are reconciled to God, and in him, we receive the only assurance that endures. | From Phil. 3:1–11. Guest Teacher: Drew Anderholm

Jesus chose the downward way. Paul calls this the path to joy, where humility and unity in the way of Christ—not ambition—become the starting point of every good thing in life. From Phil. 2:1-11. 

Suffering is part of life, but Paul invites us to see it not as defeat, but as a place of surrender—to God. When we stop avoiding pain and learn to walk worthy of the gospel, hardship becomes holy ground. Joy becomes our covering, and perseverance our path to maturity. From Phil. 1:27-30.

Paul is in chains, and the fear that comes with it is real. However, he doesn't see his suffering as defeat, but as holy ground—and he genuinely experiences it that way, as the gospel takes root and courage in him and the church catches fire. For him, to live is Christ. From Phil 1:12–26.

Paul is in prison, unable to do the very thing he was called to—yet his thoughts are soaked in joy. Writing to the church in Philippi, he shows that joy begins not in circumstances but in the mind—with gratitude—deepening in the heart and maturing through prayer as we see that the God who began a good work will carry it through. From Phil. 1:1-11. 

As the early church grows, so do the needs—and the Apostles can’t meet them alone. In Acts 6, the community responds with Spirit-led service. And what begins as a practical solution becomes a powerful picture of the church: each person serving with purpose, growing in humility and faith—as the body of Christ. 

In Acts 8, one faithful step leads Philip into a gospel moment that crosses continents, as the Spirit moves through Scripture to meet someone right where they are. This week, we explore what it means to be a Bible-saturated people—shaped by the Word and led by the Spirit.

The early church lived with radical generosity, openhanded and awe-filled. This week, we explore how awe, honesty, and stewardship shape a Spirit-filled life. From Acts 4.

In the face of opposition, the early church prays for boldness—and the gospel spreads like wildfire. We explore what it means to pray with that same courage today. From Acts 4. 

Acts begins with a small, devoted group convinced Jesus is worth everything. This week, we look at the gift of the Holy Spirit—God’s empowering, uniting, and sending presence.

In the final chapter of John’s Gospel, Jesus’ last recorded conversation is with Peter. Here, we see a God who meets us in our greatest failure, restores us in live, and entrusts us again with His mission. From John 21.

Jesus doesn’t hand us a checklist—He offers Himself. “I am the way,” He says, inviting us into a relationship, not a formula. From beginning to end, the gospel is about personally knowing the living God—marked by trust, obedience, and joy. From John 14. 

In washing his disciples’ feet, we see Jesus’ heart in the face of deep anguish—caring more for his people than his position. He invites us into the same way of humility and love. From John 13.

Mary and Judas both sit at the table with Jesus—but their postures couldn’t be more different. One offers costly love; the other masks self-interest with self-righteousness. We reflect on what it means to treasure Jesus for who he is. From John 12:1–11.

The story of Lazarus shows us a Savior who is deeply moved, greatly troubled, and present in our pain. But it doesn’t end there—Jesus calls life out of death, revealing the glory of God in the midst of suffering. From John 11.

We live in a culture where we expect authority figures to fail us — so it’s hard to trust. But in John 10, Jesus says "I am the Good Shepherd." The one who knows us, calls us by name, and lays down his life for us. What if the authority we’re longing for is actually good? Whose voice are you following? 

As we keep exploring one-on-one encounters Jesus has in John’s gospel, we meet a man born blind — and through their interaction, we see three powerful elements of discipleship: faith, sight, and worship. From John 9.