In this message Bishop Raul Ucab explored the biblical understanding of prosperity, emphasizing that true blessing comes not from pursuing material wealth, but from cultivating the fear of the Lord and maintaining intimate fellowship with Him. Drawing from Psalms 115:13-15 and Psalms 112:1-3, we learned that the "fruit of prosperity" (wealth, riches, and abundant blessings) is always connected to the "mark of prosperity" (fearing the Lord and walking with Him). The message challenged us to focus on our relationship with God rather than merely seeking His blessings, reminding us that when we prioritize holiness and intimacy with Christ, the fruits will naturally follow.

In this message Pastor Brent Powell builds off of last week's message on formation. Once you realized you are being formed the question becomes who or what gets to set the boundaries of your life? We live in a culture that equates freedom with no limits, no restrictions, no boundaries, and no one telling you what to do. But the irony is with more options than ever we are more anxious, exhausted, and distracted than ever. Galatians 5:1 tells us we have been set free by Christ and warns us to stand firm and not to be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. Take Christ yoke for it is easy and it is light.

This powerful message confronts us with an uncomfortable truth: we are being formed whether we realize it or not. Drawing from Romans 12:2's call to be transformed rather than conformed, we're challenged to examine the hidden habits and routines that shape 40% of our daily actions without conscious thought. The sermon unpacks the tension between drift and formation—how we can either passively allow the world's patterns to press us into its mold, or actively surrender to God's transformative work through spiritual disciplines. The key insight centers on understanding that habits aren't just behavioral patterns; they're acts of worship that form our hearts.