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Welcome to the first message in our new series, **Past. Present. Future.**! In this powerful opening sermon titled "**Moving Passed the Past**," Pastor Chris Lodriguss explores how we can break free from the grip of our past and step into the fullness of what God has for us.

Have you ever felt held back by past mistakes or experiences? Using the profound transformation of **Saul (who became the Apostle Paul)** as an example, this message delves into the crucial steps for moving forward. Before his conversion, Saul was a fervent persecutor of Christians, even breathing threats and murder against them. Yet, he became a pivotal figure in Christianity, demonstrating a radical change that wouldn't have been possible without moving past his past.

Pastor Chris highlights three key actions to move beyond our past:

* **Acknowledge your past**: Whether it's filled with things you're proud of or ashamed of, it's a part of your story that needs to be acknowledged.
* **Accept your new identity in Christ**: When we come to Jesus, we become a new creation. It's vital to embrace this new identity and not be defined by who we used to be.
* **Advance in faith**: Just as Paul immediately began proclaiming Jesus after his encounter, we need to take steps forward in our faith.

Discover how God can use your story, no matter how messy or shameful it might seem. Just like the old violin transformed by the touch of the master's hand, your past can become invaluable in God's hands.

Don't let the enemy keep you bound by yesterday. Learn how to let God move you past your past and into the incredible future He has planned for you.

**Watch now to be encouraged and equipped to move past your past!**

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Hey everyone! 👋

This week's message from Pastor Chris is a powerful Easter Sunday talk called "**Jesus is Real**". If you've ever wondered if Jesus is actually present in your life, or if you're going through some tough stuff, this one's for you.

Pastor Chris dives into how **Jesus shows up in the realest ways, especially when we're dealing with doubt, failure, pain, and even when we feel distant from God**. He even shares a funny story about a box of keys to illustrate finding the right solution in Jesus.

We explore five key areas where Jesus is real:
* **In Doubt:** It's okay to have questions! Jesus met Thomas right in the middle of his doubt.
* **In Failure:** We all mess up, but Jesus meets us in our failures, just like he did with Peter.
* **In Pain:** Even in deep pain, Jesus calls our name, like he did with Mary.
* **In Distance:** Sometimes we drift away, but Jesus is closer than we think, like on the road to Emmaus.
* **When We're Utterly Helpless:** We can't save ourselves, and that's where Jesus steps in.

Pastor Chris talks about finding the "**key**" in each of these situations. Whether you're wrestling with questions, feeling like you've messed up too badly, hurting in ways you can't explain, or just feel distant from God, there's a message of hope here for you.

So, grab a coffee, kick back, and let's explore how real Jesus truly is! 🙏

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Ready to go from feeling lost to finding your purpose? Join Pastor Chris Lodriguss in part two of the "**Cast Your Nets**" series, "**Disciples to Apostles**"! Discover how Jesus meets us exactly where we are, even when we feel like we've gone back to our old ways. Ever feel like life has knocked you off balance? As Pastor Chris says, you might be "panicking. You're thrashing around. You're drowning. You don't know what you're doing. And and Jesus is standing on the side saying, 'Stand up. Stand up.'".

This powerful message explores the pivotal moment when Jesus encounters his disciples after his resurrection and restores Peter after his denial. Hear how Jesus asked Peter three times, "**Simon, son of Jonah, do you love me more than these?**". Learn how this act of restoration, reversing Peter's greatest failure, highlights the crucial role of purpose in overcoming shame. Pastor Chris emphasizes, "The reason that you're having such a hard time getting out of the funk that you've been in is not because God's not faithful... It's because you're not letting him give you purpose".

Discover how ordinary fishermen became world-changing apostles through the empowerment of the Holy Spirit. Remember, Jesus said, "**You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you. And you shall be witnesses to me in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria and to the ends of the earth**". Just like the simple invitation that brought someone's mother to ministry, you never know the impact you can have. As Pastor Chris powerfully states, "**If he can do it with them, he can do it with you**". If you're feeling discouraged and unsure of your next step, this message will inspire you to "**Stand up. Stand up.**".

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