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Not every storm means the same thing. In the latest message from Eye of the Storm: Navigating What You Didn’t See Coming, Pastor Keith looks at four different kinds of storms we see in Scripture: storms that correct, protect, oppose, and perfect.Jonah’s storm came from disobedience. The disciples faced a storm while following Jesus. Job endured a storm he could not explain. And in every situation, God was still present and still at work.Sometimes the question isn’t just, “How do I get out of this storm?” It’s, “What is God doing in the middle of it?”When you learn to read the radar, you stop fighting the wind and start cooperating with God.

In Mark 6:45–53, the disciples were exactly where Jesus told them to be, yet they found themselves in the middle of the sea, fighting against the wind and struggling to move forward. Jesus saw them in the storm and came to them. This message reminds us that the storm does not always mean we are out of God’s will. Sometimes God is teaching us to trust Him when we cannot see what He is doing.

What keeps you from taking the next step of faith?In Matthew 14, Peter stepped out of the boat because Jesus called him. He didn't have all the answers or know exactly what would happen next, but he trusted the One who said, "Come."This message reminds us that faith isn't just believing. It's responding in obedience, even when the path feels uncertain. As James 2:26 teaches, faith is made visible through action.📖 Scriptures: Matthew 14:22-34, James 2:26Main Idea: It takes faith and obedience to please God. Sometimes the miracle begins when we're willing to get out of the boat.

What comes first in your life? In Matthew 6, Jesus teaches us to seek God's kingdom above everything else. When He is at the center of our lives, our priorities begin to fall into place, and we learn to trust Him with everything else. In this message, Patrick Grach reminds us that our priorities reveal what we value most. As we seek God's kingdom first and pursue His will, we discover the life He intended for us.

In this message, we're reminded that God calls us to intentionally humble ourselves, following the example of Jesus, who willingly laid aside His advantage to serve and save us (Philippians 2:3-11). As we clothe ourselves with humility, God shapes our hearts, gives grace to the humble, and lifts us up in His perfect timing (1 Peter 5:5-6).

In Luke 17, Jesus healed ten men with leprosy, but only one came back to give thanks.The question Jesus asked still speaks to us today:“Where are the other nine?”Gratitude begins when we remember not only what Jesus has done, but who He is.It’s easy to seek God’s hand for what He can give us, but true worship comes when we seek His heart.Don’t let familiarity cause you to lose your awe of the cross. Take time today to remember His grace, His mercy, and the life we have because of Him.

In 2 Kings 6, Elisha prayed a simple prayer: "Open his eyes, Lord, so that he may see." When God answered, the servant realized he wasn't surrounded by defeat. He was surrounded by the presence and power of God.This message reminds us that God wants to open our spiritual eyes so we can see what He is doing around us. When He changes the way we see, He changes the way we live. We become people who trust His presence, share the gospel, and respond with obedience.Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-17When God opens our eyes, we stop seeing only the problems around us and begin seeing the opportunities He has placed before us.

In Acts 8, God sent Philip away from a thriving revival meeting to reach one person on a desert road. This message reminds us that God is still pursuing the one. He uses ordinary people who are willing to say "yes," and He calls us to live with urgency, obedience, and a passion for sharing the gospel. The message of the church has never changed. Our message is Jesus. As we follow His leading, we can trust that God will use our obedience to impact lives for eternity. 📖 Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

How do we live a faith that lasts? In James 4:13–5:11, we're reminded that life is short, but what we do for Christ has eternal significance. Pastor Keith Cross challenges us to surrender our plans to God's will, invest in what truly matters, and remain faithful as we wait on the Lord. While the world encourages us to trust in our own control, our possessions, or our circumstances, James points us back to a faith that is anchored in Jesus. Only what's done for Christ will last. 📖 Scripture: James 4:13–5:11 Main Idea: Your life is short, but your legacy is eternal when it is lived entirely for Jesus Christ.

In this message, Faith Submits, Pastor Keith Cross walks through James 4:1–12 and shows us that many of the battles we face begin with a struggle for control. Whether it's the pull of our flesh, the pressure of the world, or the attacks of the enemy, God invites us to stop striving in our own strength and surrender to Him.James reminds us that God gives more grace to the humble. As we draw near to Him, He draws near to us. As we humble ourselves before Him, He lifts us up.The pathway to victory isn't found in self-sufficiency. It's found in submission to God.📖 Scripture: James 4:1–12Main Idea:Surrender isn't the path to defeat; it's the only pathway to victory.