Lifeway Church - First Friday: Recent Episodes
Lifeway Young Adults
We're all about encouraging single young adults post-high to age 29 in their pursuit of Jesus Christ. We meet corporately each month for First Friday to engage in worship, teaching, and fellowship.
Our heart is to see a generation of young adults INCREASING in their walk with the Lord, INFLUENCED by God’s Word for personal transformation, IDENTIFYING their unique purpose and calling, and IMPACTING the lives of others.
Social media can be a helpful tool, but we need to make sure that our social media presence is as saturated in the Holy Spirit's presence as every other area of our lives. Scripture tells us that we will be held accountable for every word we say ... or post! This teaching poses 5 questions to ask yourself before posting or commenting so that you can impact those around you in a positive way.
We will never run out of opportunities to be anxious. God's Word promises us a better way. This teaching will equip you to avoid being shaken by remaining steadfast and keeping spiritual traction. You will be encouraged that God has you positioned for protection and provision, and that you can truly be okay when there is no earthly reason to be okay, thanks to His gift of supernatural peace.
Anger is often a warning light for other unresolved issues, such as insecurity or anxiety. You always have a choice in how you respond. This teaching will encourage you to stay connected to Jesus so His life and love flow through you as you learn to respond to situations in a healthy way.
The enemy uses shame to try to shut us up and shut us down. Problem is … we often let him. It's important to understand the difference between guilt, which moves us to repentance, and shame, which is based on a lie. God's Word says we can be free from shame and that our source of shame can, in fact, become a platform for ministry to others.
Pastor Steve Sabol kicks off 2020 and our MOOD series about trading up loneliness for connection. The five most powerful words to speak to loneliness? YOU ARE COMPLETE WITH HIM (Colossians 2:10). We need to keep working on and perfect finding our completeness in Christ!
First comes love ... then comes marriage. But what happens in between? In this panel discussion, three couples share their stories of engagement successes and failures, offering honest wisdom and advice for those who desire to honor God and each other as they navigate the engagement period of their relationship.
Falling in love with someone is more of an art than a science. That's why formulas don't work. There may not be a Biblical perspective for dating, but there is a Biblical perspective for living. Be encouraged to focus on the truth of God's Word as you navigate the journey of dating, embracing God's call on your life, listening carefully for the Holy Spirit's guidance, and trusting God to write your own story.
A dynamic prayer life is an essential part of the Christian walk. Prayer and time in the scriptures show us God's blueprint for our lives and open our minds to the possibilities that are ours in Christ. This teaching will encourage you to "think big" when it comes to believing what God can do with a life consecrated to the Lord and connected to the heart and power of God through prayer.
When you know who you are in Christ, it changes everything! When you're clear on your identity, purpose, and focus, you count throw aside everything else because of the surpassing value of knowing Christ. Learn more in this message by JC Alzamora!
God takes us through a process to prepare us for places of influence. Sometimes we feel we have nothing to give, but the truth is, what God has for us transcends our current reality. God is always working in us, but He need us to work with Him. This teaching will encourage you to allow God to complete the work He has begun in you and trust that He has it all mapped out.
We kick off this series looking at one of the most powerful transformations in the Bible - from Saul to Paul. Transformation is an invitation straight from the heart of God for us all. When we accept the invitation, we will encounter God and He will redeem us to be used for His glory and His purposes. We hope this message on Paul encourages you in your own transformation. The invitation is always open!
We all struggle with pride at times, even though it may manifest differently in each person. This teaching will encourage you to pursue humility, which is attractive to God. Learn practical steps to cultivate humility in your life as you work to eliminate pride.
Our weakness presents a prime opportunity for God to showcase His strength. One biblical definition of weakness is "lack of strength to restrain corrupt desires." This teaching will encourage you to rely on God as a source of strength to "turn back the battle at the gate" (Is. 28:6) in order to find victory over temptation.
Wisdom and folly are ultimately discerned by our response to a situation. How do you respond when truth comes to you? We get to choose whether to adjust ourselves or adjust the truth. This message will encourage you to make wise choices that have long term impact in both the internal and external areas of life.
We all need a healthy balance of faith and common sense in order to navigate life well. Understanding the difference helps you approach situations and decisions with boldness and confidence. In this message, we talk about how to grow in both areas, how to learn from your mistakes, and how to trust God to have your back as you learn and grow.