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This is my Bible. It’s God speaking to me. I am what it says I am. I have what it says I have. I can do what it says I can do. I believe it. 🙌The Bible is God’s letter to us, revealing Jesus — the Word made flesh. There is no greater authority in heaven, on earth, or under the earth than Jesus the Word, and He has given us access to that authority.In this powerful message, Pastor Jason Shirley unpacks the unstoppable power of God’s Word to transform lives, remove shame, overcome sin, and release faith that moves mountains. From the faith of the centurion in Matthew 8 to the authority in Philippians 2 and Mark 11, discover how hiding God’s Word in your heart keeps you from sin and aligns every area of your life with His finished work.We’re casting vision for Word of Life Church — a place of hope, not shame. A hub of creativity. A catalyst for the glory of God in Carlsbad, NM, where living water flows in the midst of spiritual famine. The world is getting darker, but we have THE Word for the season!Key Scriptures:Matthew 28:18-19Philippians 2:5-11Matthew 8:5-13Psalm 119:11 & 105Romans 10:6-11Mark 11:22-24If you’re hungry for hope, ready to walk in the authority of Jesus, and believe that the same power that raised Christ lives in you — this message is for you.🔥 What’s one word from God that’s changing your situation right now? Drop it in the comments!👉 Subscribe for more messages on faith, the Word, and living out the resurrection power of Jesus. 📲 Share this with someone who needs encouragement today.#GodsWord #Faith #Jesus #CenturionsFaith #PowerOfTheWord #WordOfLifeChurch #CarlsbadNM #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #ResurrectionPower #OvercomeSin #LastDays

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This week in the Produce series, we’re asking one powerful question: Who gets to tell you who you are?Social media is buzzing with the “Who am I?” trend—people asking ChatGPT to define them based on their digital footprint. It’s fun, it’s harmless… but is it the best source of truth? What if we asked the One who wrote every one of our days before a single one of them came to be?In this message, we discover that God is not in the business of labeling us by our past, our failures, or the world’s standards. He gives new names, new identities, and new purpose.Abram becomes Abraham — “father of many nations”Sarai becomes SarahJacob wrestles and becomes IsraelHoshea becomes Joshua — “Yahweh is salvation”Simon becomes Peter — the rockAnd now, because of Jesus, we have a new name written in glory: sons and daughters of the Most High God. “In Christ.”We unpack the beautiful picture of grafting—how we, the scion, are joined to Jesus, the true Vine and perfect Rootstock. When we are grafted into Him, we receive:Disease resistance (freedom from the cancer of sin)Soil adaptability (sealed in Him, unshaken by contaminated surroundings)Cold hardiness (storms may rage, but they will not overtake us)Vigor (a consuming-fire life that burns bright and takes ground)Drawing from Galatians 5:22–26, John 15:1–12, Romans 6, and the rich New Testament truth of being “in Christ” (mentioned over 100 times!), this episode reminds us:“I am grafted into the Vine.” “I produce produce.”Our old identity died with Christ. Our new life flows from Him. The New Covenant sealed in His blood declares: no condemnation, new creation, every spiritual blessing, righteousness, redemption, inheritance, and unbreakable union with God.This is not about trying harder to bear fruit—it’s about abiding in the Vine who is the source of all true fruit.Join us as we worship, declare our new name, and rest in the finished work of Jesus.Key phrase to carry with you this week: “I am grafted into the Vine.”Scripture focus: John 15:1–12 | Galatians 5:22–26 | Romans 6:1–11 | Jeremiah 31:31–34 | Matthew 26:27–28 | Hebrews 10:19–23Perfect for: Anyone tired of letting their past, social media, or the world define themLet’s stop asking artificial intelligence who we are… and start declaring what the living God has already said.You are in Christ. And in Him, you produce produce.#InChrist #GraftedIn #AbideInTheVine #ProduceSeries #NewIdentity

In this powerful message, Pastor Jason dives deep into Galatians 5:16-26 (NKJV), exploring the battle between the works of the flesh and the fruit of the Spirit. He challenges the common mindset of sin-focused striving and invites believers to embrace their true identity in Christ: “I produce produce!”Key highlights include:The clear contrast between the works of the flesh (adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lewdness, idolatry, sorcery, hatred, contentions, jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions, dissensions, heresies, envy, murders, drunkenness, revelries — and the like) and the fruit of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, longsuffering/patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control).Why sin no longer has dominion over you — because Jesus has already overcome it, and you’ve been crucified with Him (Galatians 5:24).The liberating truth: These fruits aren’t things you strive to achieve; they’re part of your DNA as a child of God, produced naturally when you abide in the True Vine (John 15:1-12).A beautiful metaphor of spiritual transformation: Your “produce” (the fruit of the Spirit) is meant to be pressed, fermented, matured, and shared — just like wine from the vine. Without leaven (law mixed with grace), it brings healing, harmony, and balance to the world.From the Last Supper’s “fruit of the vine” to the promise of new wine in the Kingdom, discover how abiding in Christ turns your life into a testimony of redemption and outpouring.Whether you’re wrestling with the flesh, seeking freedom from sin consciousness, or ready to walk fully in the Spirit’s victory, this sermon reminds us: Sin couldn’t hold Him, so it can’t hold you. You’re not a product of your past — you produce from your redemption!Scriptures featured:Galatians 5:16-26 (NKJV)Hebrews 12:1-2John 15:1-12Luke 22:14-20 & Matthew 26:26-29Micah 4:1-4If this message stirs your heart, like, comment “I produce produce!” below, share it with someone who needs this reminder of grace, and subscribe for more life-changing teachings in this series!#FruitOfTheSpirit #WalkInTheSpirit #Galatians5 #AbideInChrist #VictoryOverSin #GraceNotLaw #ChristianSermon #ProduceProduce #JesusIsTheVine

The True Gift of Christmas: From Manger to Resurrection | Advent MessageIn this powerful Advent sermon, Pastor delivers a stirring message on the deeper meaning of Christmas—it’s not just about a baby in a manger, but about the King who conquered death and brings us perpetual joy, unity, and new life.Drawing from Isaiah 9:2-6, Luke 2:8-18, 1 John 1, and the timeless hymn “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing,” we explore how the light of Christ breaks through darkness, fear, division, and oppression—just as it did for Israel under Assyrian threat, and just as it does for us today.Key takeaways:The manger is incomplete without the cross and resurrection.God is increasing our joy even in hard times because victory is already won.We must reject division, offense, and fear in the church and nation, choosing forgiveness, unity, and fellowship instead.True joy is a calm delight rooted in Christ’s finished work—not fleeting happiness.Christmas isn’t just celebration; it’s personal: “Unto US a child is born.” The gift is planted, wrapped, buried… and resurrected for YOU.If you’re battling fear, division, or hopelessness this season, this message is for you. Jesus isn’t a hand-me-down Savior—He’s YOUR resurrected King, bringing fullness of joy in His presence!📖 Scriptures Covered:Isaiah 9:2-6 (NKJV)Luke 2:8-18 (NIV)1 John 1:1-9 (NKJV)Psalm 16:11And more🔔 Subscribe for more life-giving messages from Word of Life Church! 👍 Like if this spoke to your heart 💬 Comment: Where is God increasing YOUR joy this Christmas? 🔗 Share this with someone who needs hope today!#ChristmasSermon #Advent #ResurrectionPower #Isaiah9 #GreatJoy #ChristianMessage #OvercomeFear #ChurchUnity #JesusIsTheReasonMerry Christmas – He is risen, and YOUR joy is coming in the morning! ✝️🎄

In this powerful Christmas message, discover why every twinkling light, every ornament, every wrapped gift under the tree is quietly (or not so quietly) proclaiming the Gospel louder than we realize.The Christmas tree isn’t pagan… it’s a cross.The lights aren’t just pretty… they’re the Light of the World.The ornaments aren’t mere decorations… they carry our shame that was hung on that same cross.Every present opened is a picture of an empty tomb and a stone rolled away!In a weary, cynical world that’s lost its hope in politics, medicine, jobs, and relationships, Christmas shouts one undeniable message: HOPE HAS A NAME — and His name is Jesus.“The thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices…” But what is this “thrill” of hope? It’s not just warm feelings. It’s the sudden rush of excitement when God’s Word hits your spirit and starts rattling dead bones back to life — even while your body is aging and the world feels dark.This isn’t hope that “might” happen. This is hope anchored in what Jesus ALREADY finished at the cross and the empty tomb.If you’ve ever felt hopeless, discouraged, or wondered if that promise God gave you years ago is dead — this word is for you. God renewed Abraham’s hope again and again for 25 years… and He’s renewing yours today.Watch until the end for a life-giving prayer that will stir fresh hope in your heart this Christmas season.🔥 Key Scriptures: Hebrews 11:1 | 2 Corinthians 4:16 | Romans 5:5 | Romans 4:16-25 | Hebrews 6:13-20🔔 Hit that SUBSCRIBE button and turn on notifications so you never miss a message that can change your life! 💬 Comment “The thrill of hope” if this message stirred your faith today! 👉 Share this with someone who needs a fresh encounter with hope this Christmas.Receive Daily Advent texts by texting “WOLAdvent” to 97000Go to wolcarlsbad.com to download your free Advent Family Guide#ChristmasMessage #ThrillOfHope #JesusIsTheReason #ChristianSermon #HopeInChrist #EmptyTomb #LightOfTheWorld #OhHolyNight #ResurrectionPower