The love of Christ urges believers to live with purpose, remembering that true faith is never without compassion. Every human need finds its fulfillment in Him: He is Living Water, the Bread of Life, our Refuge, our Value, and our Hope. To live in light of this truth is to embody mercy and goodness, meeting needs around us while pointing to the deeper hope found only in Jesus.

True leadership begins with leading ourselves under Christ’s lordship, so that we can serve others with humility. Spiritual leadership resonates with culture by living out the gospel with readiness for good, reminds us of our desperate need for grace, and refocuses us on God’s call to do good works because of the good done for us. Salvation is never random or earned—it flows from God’s love, kindness, and mercy. In Christ, our desires are not erased but redeemed and redirected toward Him. The world is hungry for this kind of leadership, and God is calling us to step into it.

God has called every Christ-follower to be a spiritual leader. Spiritual leaders lead by example. Our “walk” should equal our “talk.” If we say we are a Christian, then people should see it in our lives. As spiritual leaders we have a responsibility to pass our faith in Jesus on to the next generation. Let’s be the spiritual leaders God has called us to be and lead with confidence in the Lord. Our God is with us and He is for us. Leaders lead. Now is your time, so lead.

What matters most in your life? In Philippians 3, Paul reminds us that true joy isn’t found in achievements, comparisons, or “good Christian” behavior — it’s found in Christ alone. We are called to rejoice in the Lord with a joy that defies circumstances. Paul warns against empty confidence, built on résumés, activity, or self-comparison. Instead, he points us to the greatest treasure: knowing Christ. Life with God isn’t about what we get from Him or do for Him — it’s about being with Him. When we slow down, tune in, ask honestly, and yield to His Spirit, we discover the deep, lasting joy that comes only from treasuring Christ above all.

God wants us to experience joy in this life. God created the world, and He created us. Jesus said, “I have come that you might have life and have it to the full.” John 10:10. True joy is only found in Jesus. Every day we have the opportunity to live for ourselves or to live for Christ. Every day, we face challenges, but with Jesus, we can choose joy. By the power of the Holy Spirit, we can experience real joy in all our relationships as we put Jesus and others before ourselves. God loves you. Will you live for Jesus, and will you choose joy today?

The apostle Paul wrote the book of Philippians from - of all places - prison. He was in prison for being a Christ-follower. Yet, the entire book of Philippians is all about Joy. Paul wrote to the church in Philippi - a church he planted in Acts 16 - and the church had always supported him. Nineteen times, Paul uses the word “joy” in these four chapters. Paul did not plan to be in prison, but He trusted in God and exuded faith in the challenges. Because of Paul’s obedience to Christ, countless people were impacted for eternity. Life will not always go as planned for any of us, and we will all have decisions to make about how we respond - Choose Joy.

God’s vision for your life is to know Jesus personally, to be a part of His Church and to live in the Spirit. This is where we experience the full life God desires for us. We are God’s Church today. God has a vision for us to be devoted disciples. Our God is doing something truly special at Rolling Hills. This is our time to be His devoted disciples reaching out, growing up and giving all for His glory. What if the greatest era of God’s Church is not behind us but ahead of us? Let’s not miss it. Let’s live out God’s vision for our lives and for His Church today.

God is building a legacy through you—right where you are. Like Paul in Acts 28, you’re called to boldly live out the Kingdom of God in your everyday life. The Kingdom moves through your words, your actions, and your obedience. Your next chapter could be your most impactful one. Step into your Kingdom legacy today.