This week in our "To the Churches" series, we looked at Jesus' final letter in Revelation—his words to the church in Laodicea. This passage holds one of the most well-known and often misunderstood metaphors in Scripture: being "lukewarm." Charlie unpacks how Jesus’ words would have hit this specific church and why it matters that we rightly understand the difference between spiritual mediocrity and spiritual usefulness. Rather than rebuking emotional indifference, Jesus is calling believers to be spiritually impactful—whether refreshing or refining. We’re challenged to honestly assess where we’ve become self-reliant or apathetic, and we’re reminded that even strong correction from Jesus always comes with an invitation to return to relationship. The end goal isn’t shame—it’s dinner with Jesus.

Discussion questions:
1. Which one of these descriptions of Jesus in the letters is most inspiring to you? What do you like about this one, in the letter to Philadelphia?
2. Is it encouraging or scary to you that Jesus keeps repeating that "He Knows" what is going on? Why?
3. Is it surprising to you that the smallest of the churches here is the most applauded by Jesus? Why or Why not?
4. Jesus expressly confesses His love in this letter. How would that make you feel if you were in this church?
5. Jesus says He is "coming soon" and yet what seems to be a long time has passed. How do you reconcile this statement from the One who is truth?
6. How does the vision of eternity given at the end of each letter impact your perspective on life?

This week on Cultivate… we wrapped up our deep dive into soteriology with one final round of big questions—covering predestination, free will, foreknowledge, and the nature of salvation. Abigail and Charlie explore what it really means to be chosen by God, whether we can lose our salvation, and how to reconcile God's sovereignty with our experience of human choice. It's a theologically rich but deeply practical conversation for anyone who has wrestled with doubt or wondered if they’ve “sinned their way out” of God's grace. You’ll walk away challenged, comforted, and maybe with more questions—because that’s kind of the point.

This week in our 'To the Churches' series, we looked at Jesus’ letter to the church in Philadelphia—a smaller church with big faith. Unlike the sharp corrections given to some other churches, this message is full of affirmation and encouragement. In a city rocked by instability and persecution, the believers in Philadelphia held fast. Jesus calls them faithful, not because they were big or influential, but because they endured with patience and trusted His authority. In this sermon, Mark explores how Jesus—holy, true, and the one with the keys—opens doors no one can shut. We’re reminded that life may feel overwhelming, but Jesus is coming soon, and He sees those who remain faithful. It’s a hope-filled word for anyone wondering if their small acts of faith are making a difference. Spoiler: they are.

Discussion questions:

1. Which one of these descriptions of Jesus in the letters is most inspiring to you? What do you like about this one, in the letter to Philadelphia?

2. Is it encouraging or scary to you that Jesus keeps repeating that "He Knows" what is going on? Why?

3. Is it surprising to you that the smallest of the churches here is the most applauded by Jesus? Why or Why not?

4. Jesus expressly confesses His love in this letter. How would that make you feel if you were in this church?

5. Jesus says He is "coming soon" and yet what seems to be a long time has passed. How do you reconcile this statement from the One who is truth?

6. How does the vision of eternity given at the end of each letter impact your perspective on life?