Have you ever thought that fear is the opposite of faith? Healthy fear alerts us to danger and keeps us safe. However, fear can also be damaging when it causes us to override morality and ethics. Even when we want to do the right thing, fear gets in the way. Faith, on the other hand, isn’t believing in God’s existence. It’s trusting in God’s capacity and power. Once we understand that God is the Lord of this universe, fear changes to faith. When we move our source of safety from our limited strength and power to our trust in God, doors open. In this week’s message, Pastor Mia shows what you’ll find on the other side.

David and Goliath have a lot to teach us about fear and anxiety and faith. Learn from their example and the testimony of others on how to approach anxiety, letting it serve you but not overwhelm you. Guest preacher: Rev. Lura Kidner-Miesen.

Jesus gave us the mission to go out and make disciples in the world. With that said, who is our mission for and who is the neighbor? Who is Jesus telling us to love? If those questions make you uncomfortable, there’s a reason. Throughout the history of the Church, we’ve wanted to know who to exclude. This week, Pastor Mia reminds us that how we live out our mission matters. Basing church membership on who isn’t welcome is not faithful.