Student Pastor Connor Alliston joins us today to wrap up our H.E.A.R series and discusses what it means to Respond to God's word. Connor illustrates how responding obediently to God's word will impact your walk, life, and foundation.

Key Verses: Matthew 7:24-27

Key Thought: The only way you can begin to experience the fullness of what God has for you, is by obediently responding when you hear from Him.

In his sermon based on James 1:22-25, Pastor PJ Noland emphasizes the importance of actively applying God’s Word to experience true life change. He argues that merely reading or discussing the Bible isn't sufficient; we must become doers of the Word. Citing James, he illustrates how one who only hears the Word deceives themselves, comparing it to someone who forgets their reflection after looking in a mirror. To effectively apply Scripture, he suggests focusing on four key areas:

1. Our thinking—transforming our mindset through Romans 12:1-2;
2. Our feelings—embracing joy and love as described in John 15:11;
3. Our living—making necessary changes in attitudes and actions according to James 1:22;
4. Our praying—engaging in heartfelt prayers influenced by Scripture, as highlighted in James 5:16.

By incorporating these practices, we can truly embody the teachings of the Bible in our daily lives.

Listen in as Lead Pastor PJ Noland addresses why people, including yourself, may not read the Bible. Ephesians 6:11, 17 shows us that we have the power of the Bible to be a spiritual weapon against the evil one. He emphasizes the transformative power of God's Holy Spirit and Scriptures, which can lead to a fulfilling and dynamic life.