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Blessed?

8/10/2025 -

Blessed? is a series on the Beatitudes that challenges our culture’s definition of blessing. Instead of success, comfort, and status, Jesus calls the humble, broken, and faithful blessed. Through His upside-down teachings, this series invites you to reflect deeply, grow in Christlike character, and discover that true blessing is about transformation—not having more, but becoming more.

In This Series

Week 1

A Declaration Of Dependence

John Hansen, Lead Pastor - 8/11/2025

What if true blessing isn’t about being strong, but about surrender? In this message, inspired by Lecrae’s journey from burnout to restoration, we explore Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:3-4 and discover how admitting “God, I can’t do this” can be the start of real life. Learn six powerful ways we depend on God for our physical, emotional, and spiritual flourishing — and how weakness becomes strength in Him.

Week 2

The Mighty & The Meek

John Hansen, Lead Pastor - 8/17/2025

This message reminds us that true strength is not found in worldly power, but in humility and dependence on God. Drawing from Matthew 5:5-6, we see that Jesus calls us to release our grip on earthly might and rekindle an appetite for righteousness. When we hunger for what is right, God promises to fill us with His presence and peace.

Week 3

Merciful & Pure

Ann Hansen, Freedom Pastor - 8/25/2025

In Blessed Part 3: Merciful & Pure, we explore Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:7-8 and what it truly means to live with mercy and purity of heart. Mercy is forgiveness, compassion in action, and love that flows from God’s own mercy toward us. When our hearts are purified by Him, we not only reflect His character but also see God more clearly in our lives.

Week 4

Peaceful & Persecuted

Aaron Russ, Associate Pastor - 8/31/2025

In this message, we continue through the Beatitudes by exploring what it means to be a peacemaker and how to stand firm when facing persecution. Jesus calls us to reflect His heart by extending forgiveness, having brave conversations, and pursuing real peace even when it’s hard. Discover how aligning with Kingdom values not only brings peace with God and others but also equips us to endure opposition with joy and confidence in Christ.

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