Zarephath Christian Church

Catch the message '12 Steps To A Transformed Life: Stay Present' by Pastor Scott Jones.

Transformation isn’t a series of linear steps. It’s the ongoing practice of being mindful of God and of the way we are living. We are called to a “with God” life where our constant awareness of his presence helps us keep short accounts and live honestly with him and others.

Catch the message '12 Steps To A Transformed Life: Be Vigilant' by Pastor Scott Jones.

We never arrive. Sometimes spiritual growth feels like 2 steps forward and 3 steps back. We have to stay vigilant in our pursuit of transformation, and that means you don’t take a day off. It is the “one day at a time” mindset that keeps us from living in guilt and frees us to stay focused on the change we want to see.

Catch the message '12 Steps To A Transformed Life: Make Amends' by Pastor Scott Jones.

When it comes to making amends, first there is the willingness and then there is the follow-through. This action is a necessary step. We can’t always reconcile a relationship, but we can admit to others what we have done to hurt them and seek to make it right in whatever way God provides.

Catch the message "12 Steps To A Transformed Life: Write Your List" by Pastor Scott Jones.

None of us sin in a vacuum. When we sin, we often sin against people. We’ve all hurt people in our past. We can ignore it, or we can record it. Naming people we have wounded and being willing to address that is what it means to be like Jesus.

Catch the message "12 Steps To A Transformed Life: Humble Yourself" by Pastor Scott Jones.

Humility is the primary posture of one who wants transformation. God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. In humility, we invite God to remove everything that we have used to prop up our lives and replace it with a renewed mind and character.

Catch the message "12 Steps To A Transformed Life: Prepare For Change" by Pastor Scott Jones.

We have two choices when it comes to seeing God transform us. We can resist or we can yield. Our willingness to let God do his work is the key. He will not force us. Lasting change is a result of a partnership with God.

Catch the message "12 Steps To A Transformed Life: Come Clean" by Pastor Ben Stapley.

It’s one thing to see things clearly. We can still keep it to ourselves. But true freedom comes from saying it out loud. This external confession is an act of trust in God and others and gives us the courage and power to move forward in our journey.

Catch the message 12 Steps To A Transformed Life: Face The Music by Pastor Scott Jones.

It’s hard to look in the mirror and see what is wrong with us. Most of us prefer to live in denial. But when we invite God to shine the light of his truth into our lives, though painful, it will lead to clarity and freedom.

Catch the message 12 Steps To A Transformed Life: Turn It Over by Pastor Scott Jones.

We all love control. We want to be God. But that job is taken. As long as we try to be in control of our lives, we will fail miserably. But when we surrender to him, our good God will lead and guide us toward health and change.

Catch the message 12 Steps To A Transformed Life: Reach Up by Pastor Mark Avery.

We need something, Someone who is able to do what we cannot do. That Power, that Someone is Jesus. He alone can free us from sin and make us whole. Calling on him to save and deliver us is the only way to be changed.

Catch the message 12 Steps To A Transformed Life: Admit It by Pastor Scott Jones.

We have a problem. It’s called sin. It’s the root of our brokenness. We have to come to a point where we admit that we can’t fix things on our own. We’ve tried and failed.

Catch the message Rescue Story by Pastor Scott Jones.

We were once living in darkness and under the control of Satan. But when we say “Yes” to Jesus, he rescues us and transfers us from the Kingdom of Darkness into the Kingdom of Light.

Catch the message Sharpened: An Apprentice To Invest In by Pastor Ben Stapley!

A Timothy is someone behind you who needs your guidance. Someone you can encourage, teach and disciple as they grow. God shapes your faith not only through who mentors you, but also through who you mentor. Pouring into others keeps your faith alive and growing.

Catch the message Sharpened: A Friend To Journey With by Pastor Ben Stapley!

A Barnabas is someone God places beside you to walk through life. These are the friends who speak courage into our calling and hold us up when life gets heavy. These are the friends that support and believe in you even when others don’t.

Catch the message Sharpened: A Mentor To Learn From by Pastor Ben Stapley!

A Paul is someone who’s ahead of you spiritually. Someone who challenges you, teaches you and helps you grow. God sharpens your life through the wisdom, challenge, and example of a mentor. These types of friendships help you see what’s possible and guides you through growth.