Common Questions Regarding Faith

Faith is a deeply personal and often complex aspect of human existence. It's a topic that has ignited countless discussions, debates, and journeys throughout history. Whether you're a steadfast believer, a curious seeker, or someone who simply wonders about the role of faith in our lives, you're in the right place.

Embracing Our Scars: The Journey from Pain to Healing

Scars tell the story of our journey through pain and healing. This article explores the significance of both physical and emotional scars, emphasizing the power of grace and community in the healing process. Discover practical steps to embrace your scars and redefine your identity.

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Discovering True Contentment: The Secret to Lasting Joy

In our pursuit of happiness and well-being, many of us find ourselves caught in a cycle of wanting more. We often believe that acquiring new possessions, achieving higher status, or gaining more wealth will lead us to joy. However, this "more strategy" can leave us feeling unfulfilled and perpetually dissatisfied. Instead, a more sustainable approach to happiness lies in the concept of contentment—learning to appreciate what we already have.

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Finding Joy in Life's Journey

Life often feels like a chaotic road trip, filled with unexpected detours and challenges that can leave us questioning if joy is even possible. Yet, amidst the struggles, there is hope. Drawing from the wisdom of the Apostle Paul in his letter to the Philippians, we learn that true joy is not found in our circumstances but in our relationship with God.

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Embracing Our Mess: Finding Hope in Failure

Life can often feel overwhelming, especially when we find ourselves grappling with failure and messiness. Whether it's a mistake at work, a broken relationship, or a personal struggle, we all have moments where we feel like we’ve fallen short. The good news is that these experiences are not just obstacles; they can be opportunities for growth and transformation.

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Beyond Belief: What Jesus Really Asked of His Followers

Believing in Jesus is just the beginning—following Him is where transformation happens. When Jesus called His first disciples, He didn’t ask them to simply believe; He invited them to step into a life of action, change, and radical love. What does it look like to truly follow Jesus today? Discover how faith becomes a journey, not just a belief.

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The Power of Influence: How to Be a Neighbor in Today’s World

Discover the transformative power of love and compassion in our latest article, where we explore the profound teachings of Jesus and the timeless parable of the Good Samaritan. Learn how redefining what it means to be a neighbor can challenge your perspectives and inspire you to take action in your community. Whether you're grappling with faith or simply seeking to make a positive impact, this article invites you to embrace a higher standard of love that transcends boundaries and fosters genuine connections. Join us on this journey to understand how you can embody the spirit of kindness and become a beacon of hope in a divided world.

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The Gift of Opportunity: Making the Most of What You've Been Given

Have you ever been given a gift you weren’t sure how to use? Opportunities in life can feel the same way—seen but often overlooked. Drawing from Jesus’ parable in Matthew 25, we’ll explore how recognizing and stewarding your unique gifts can transform both your life and the lives of others. Whether it’s time, talent, or resources, discover how shifting your perspective from burden to possibility can unlock the joy of meaningful impact.

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The Power of Showing Up: Finding Family in an Age of Disconnect

We're more connected than ever, yet loneliness is at an all-time high. We have hundreds of friends online but few people we can call at 2 AM when life falls apart. We're craving real connection, authentic community, and genuine relationships – but we're often too afraid, too busy, or too comfortable in our isolation to do anything about it. It doesn’t have to be this way, though.


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Small Choices, Big Impact: How Today's Decisions Shape Tomorrow's Reality

Have you ever looked at your life and wondered, "How did I get here?" Maybe it's a relationship that's drifted far from where you hoped it would be. Or a financial situation that snuck up on you. Or even just daily habits that somehow became your normal without you really choosing them. Life has this interesting way of reflecting back to us the sum of our choices – both big and small.


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The Freedom of Owning Your Story: Breaking Free from the Blame Game

It's natural to want to avoid taking responsibility. After all, owning up to our mistakes or shortcomings can feel vulnerable, even scary. What if people think less of us? What if we have to change? What if we face consequences we'd rather avoid?

But here's the plot twist: the very thing we're avoiding – taking responsibility – might be the key to the freedom we're looking for.


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When Words Aren't Enough: A Different Way to Show Love

Have you ever had one of those moments when your reaction to something totally caught you off guard? Maybe it was a snippy comment that flew out of your mouth during a stressful meeting, or the way you tensed up when someone cut you off in traffic. Sometimes our most unfiltered moments tell us more about what's really going on in our hearts than all our carefully planned actions ever could.

Here's the thing – we all spend a lot of time thinking about how we present ourselves to the world. We curate our social media, carefully choose our words, and try to put our best foot forward. But it's those unscripted moments, those split-second reactions, that often speak the loudest about who we really are and what we truly believe.

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How to Survive the Holidays When Your Family Doesn't Share Your Beliefs.

The holiday season is often seen as a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. For Christians, it is also a season rich with meaning, as we remember the birth of Christ and His coming to bring peace and hope to the world. Yet, gathering with family during the holidays brings challenges when family members have differing beliefs and values. Conversations can turn tense, creating an atmosphere far removed from the peace that Christmas promises. How can you honor God, love your family well, and stay true to your beliefs without compromising or causing unnecessary conflict? Here are some practical, biblical insights for navigating the holiday season with grace and love.

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Breaking Free from the Reaction Trap: A Different Kind of Story

Ever notice how life seems to have a script? Someone cuts you off in traffic – you honk. A coworker takes credit for your work – you call them out. Your teenager rolls their eyes – you lecture. It's like we're all following some unwritten rulebook of how we're "supposed" to react.

But what if there was a different way to tell this story?

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Becoming a Force for Good in Our Community

Have you ever considered what it truly means for the Church to be a force for good in the world? It’s easy to think of church as just a Sunday gathering or a place to hear a message, but Jesus envisioned something far greater. Over two thousand years ago, He made a bold promise to build His Church—a living, breathing movement that would transform lives and communities. Today, that promise is still alive and well, and as Centerpoint Church, we have a unique opportunity to reimagine our impact and continue the mission Jesus set in motion.

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Stepping Into Your Purpose with Boldness

In every season of life, we are faced with choices that shape who we are and where we’re headed. Some choices are simple, like what to eat for breakfast or what show to binge-watch next. But others carry far more weight—they challenge us to consider our purpose, our calling, and how we will contribute to something much larger than ourselves. As followers of Jesus, one of the most significant choices we make is how we engage with the mission of the church.

This isn’t just about attending services or being part of a small group. It’s about reimagining our calling and stepping boldly into our purpose. And yes, there’s a cost to this. But there’s also a greater cost if we don’t step into it. So, the question is: Are we ready to reimagine our calling and take our place in the mission of the church?

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How to Have Confidence and Unoffendable Faith 

Today, it feels like we're more divided than ever, doesn't it? Everywhere we look, there's conflict and disagreement, whether cultural, political, or personal. But as followers of Jesus, we're called to rise above this division. We're invited to stand confidently in our faith and to love unconditionally, no matter the differences we face. This might sound challenging, but it's exactly what our world needs right now—believers who are unoffendable, who can disagree yet still love deeply. 

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Church: More Than Just a Sunday Hangout

When you think of church, what comes to mind? Is it a place you drag yourself to on Sunday mornings? Or maybe it’s something you check off your weekly to-do list so your mom will stop asking if you’ve been to church. Well, I’ve got some news for you—church is so much more than that. It’s not just a place you go; it’s a family you belong to. And guess what? You are the church.

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