Connexus Church Audio Podcast

Someone's talking about you. Maybe it's unfair. Perhaps it's even true. Either way, the criticism stings. So, what now? Defend yourself? Clap back? Let it ruin your week? Jesus was constantly criticized, but he never let it control him. How do you handle people who are against you? Let's talk about how Jesus would handle criticism.

You know you should say something. The issue is growing, and silence isn't fixing it. But the last time you confronted someone, it went south—fast! So what do you do? Stay quiet? Blow up? Avoid them forever? Jesus gives us some clear direction on hard conversations. If you're tired of conflict ruining relationships, this message is for you.

You know that moment—the one where things start getting heated. Your heart rate goes up, your mind races, and you're ready to explode or shut down. Some people fight to win, while others avoid conflict like the plague. But what if neither of those approaches works? Jesus shows us that conflict isn't something to fear—it's something to handle wisely. And when done right, it can make relationships stronger, not weaker.

When life doesn't turn out the way we hope, it can cause us to doubt God's goodness. But many‬ times, it's in the midst of our circumstances that we better understand God's presence.‬ The circle of God's grace, mercy, and‬‭ provision is large enough to encompass the‬ circumstances of your life.‬ ‭ ‭ Join Andy Stanley as he launches into our new series 'Under The Circumstances: Holding onto God When It Appears He Is No Longer Hanging Onto You.'

10 months ago our church kicked off a 20-month initiative called FOR Them. On this "halftime Sunday, Jeff will be reminding us of our calling in this, updating us on the progress and how God‬ is at work, and inspiring us to jump in for the sake of those who don't know Jesus yet.‬ ‭

We all want to "win" in multiple areas of our lives, but is that the way we should think about it?‬ And if you are honest, most of the time it feels like you try to change and make progress but you‬ don't. What does it look like to spiritually win in our lives? What if there was an alternative to‬ simply trying? Let's talk about it.‬ ‭

What do you do when you find yourself stuck in a pattern you want to stop? Why do we often end up in cycles of destructive behaviour, and how can we break the cycle? How do you position yourself to recognize and avoid circumstances that cue behaviours that move you backward?

God often does big things through small habits. Significant positive changes don't happen overnight—they start with small, intentional steps.‬ Planting the right habits today can grow into the life you've‬ always wanted tomorrow. Discover practical ways to build consistent, God-honouring‬ habits that lead to spiritual transformation.‬ ‭