Jesus Archives - Refuge.Church https://refuge.church/tag/jesus/ Open and Affirming Wed, 21 Jan 2026 19:34:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://refuge.church/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/title-image.png Jesus Archives - Refuge.Church https://refuge.church/tag/jesus/ 32 32 244110223 Myth Busters // Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin https://refuge.church/2026/01/21/myth-busters-love-the-sinner-hate-the-sin/ Wed, 21 Jan 2026 19:34:01 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=13066 The phrase “love the sinner hate the sin” is familiar in many churches.However, it has also caused deep harm—especially to LGBTQ+ people, single parents, and anyone who has ever felt judged by Christians. In this message, Pastor David explores where the phrase came from, why it’s not biblical, and how Jesus offers a better way—one rooted in […]

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]]> 13066 Myth Busters // Christian Nationalism https://refuge.church/2025/12/30/myth-busters-christian-nationalism/ Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:05:07 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=13069 Christian Nationalism is a phrase that carries weight. For some, it sounds like faithfulness. For others, it feels like fear. Either way, it demands clarity. Pastor Nicole starts with a simple commitment: to put Jesus Christ at the center. Not a party, a platform, or a nation. Just Jesus. Throughout Scripture, Jesus consistently refused to align Himself […]

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]]> 13069 Philippians // Living In the Middle https://refuge.church/2025/09/30/living-in-the-middle/ Tue, 30 Sep 2025 13:31:48 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=13017 Paul's message in Philippians emphasizes living joyfully in the middle of life, between beginnings and endings. True belonging comes from an intimate relationship with Jesus, surpassing status and accomplishments. He calls us to reject exclusionary systems, asserting that all belong. As citizens of heaven, we must actively bring love and hope to those in need.

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]]> 13017 Philippians // To Live as Christ Together https://refuge.church/2025/09/15/live-as-christ-together/ Mon, 15 Sep 2025 20:03:51 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=12950 Welcome to week 2 of our series through Philippians! Last week we looked at what Paul meant when he said, “to live is Christ.” It wasn’t about survival or success, or even suffering. It was about being anchored in Jesus. Living and love the way Jesus did! This week we look at what it means […]

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]]> 12950 Heroes // Shiphrah & Puah https://refuge.church/2025/09/10/shiphrah-and-puah/ Wed, 10 Sep 2025 18:20:16 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=12907 Two midwives, and their defiance that changed history, The story of Shiphrah and Pugh in Exodus 1 is one of the most powerful acts of resistance in the Bible. It begins with fear. Pharaoh feared the growing strength of the Hebrew people. Fear turning into oppression. Laws were written. Families enslaved. Lives were being crushed. […]

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]]> 12907 Heroes // Baptisms https://refuge.church/2025/09/02/heroes-baptism-as-protest/ Tue, 02 Sep 2025 20:54:17 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=12905 Let’s be honest… when you hear the word “baptism,” you probably think of white robes or tearful testimonies. You probably don’t think of baptism as protest. But the truth is; baptisms were never meant to be about performance or perfect. In this sermon, Pastor Nicole flips the script and dives deep (pun intended) into the […]

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]]> 12905 Holy Habits // The Work of Love https://refuge.church/2025/07/10/holy-habits-community/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 19:45:35 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=12835 At Refuge, we’ve spent the last several weeks working though Holy Habits; a series about the sanctity of self-care. But Self-care was never the final destination. It’s the foundation. We care for ourselves so that we can care for others and build community. Love God, Love Yourself, Love Others Jesus said: “Love the Lord God […]

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]]> 12835 Holy Habits // Deconstruction and Juneteenth https://refuge.church/2025/06/19/holy-habits-deconstruction-and-juneteenth/ Thu, 19 Jun 2025 16:02:30 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=12788 Jesus, Justice, and Flipping Tables Deconstruction & Juneteenth? Believe it or not deconstruction and Juneteenth are more connected than you might think. At Refuge, we follow Jesus into hard conversations, especially when it comes to justice, truth, and repentance. This week’s message starts to dig into what it means to deconstruct harmful beliefs, examine our […]

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]]> 12788 Holy Habits // Sabbath https://refuge.church/2025/06/18/holy-habits-sabbath/ Wed, 18 Jun 2025 16:55:07 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=12784 Sabbath as Self-Care And its our fourth Holy Habit that closes out Part 1 of our Holy Habits series is Sabbath. Pastor Nicole called it “part 1” because this is the last holy habit that looks inward at loving ourselves. Sabbath isn’t just about stopping. It’s about a rhythm of life, and listening. Sabbath is […]

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]]> 12784 Holy Habits // Silence & Solitude https://refuge.church/2025/06/18/holy-habits-silence-solitude/ Wed, 18 Jun 2025 14:55:41 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=12772 Silence & Solitude We live in a world constantly filled with noise. Scrolling, multitasking, and reacting. Silence and solitude often feel awkward – or even impossible! But the ancient practices of silence and solitude are vital for our mental, emotional, and spiritual health. At Refuge, we believe self-care is sacred. And this week we talk […]

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]]> 12772 Y’all Means All // Conflict https://refuge.church/2024/09/03/yall-means-all-conflict/ Tue, 03 Sep 2024 13:32:13 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=12047 Conflict is inevitable. No matter where we are, we all encounter disagreements. But how do we, as a community of believers, hand conflict in a way that reflects Jesus. This is the question Pastor David tackles as he takes us through Acts 15. Conflict in the Early Church What was the big conflict in Acts […]

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]]> 12047 Y’all Means All // I Would Walk 500-Miles… https://refuge.church/2024/08/12/journey-500-miles/ Mon, 12 Aug 2024 18:34:23 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=12032 Our new series “Y’all Means All,” its all about embracing the call to inclusive love, and taking our journey beyond mere tolerance to a place where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and loved! Last Week The challenge from last week was to ask ourselves: am I tolerant or am I inclusive? We looked at how profoundly […]

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]]> 12032 Upstart Apostles // Innovation https://refuge.church/2024/07/22/innovation/ Mon, 22 Jul 2024 13:50:29 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=12013 We continue to explore how the Apostles of Acts upstarted the church. The followed the bold vision through adversity and persecution, using innovation and creativity to meet people where the were. They were men and women filled with the Holy Spirit, spreading the good news of Jesus’ love, mercy, and justice. Recap Two weeks ago […]

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]]> 12013 Act B.C. // Meetings, Prison Breaks, & Fads! Oh My! https://refuge.church/2024/07/01/fad/ Mon, 01 Jul 2024 14:44:55 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=11995 Pastor David wraps up our Acts B.C. series with a powerful message about the strength of the early church. Pastor David takes a trip down memory lane reminding us of some terrible fads we suffered through. Remember water beds, planking, blond tips for guys? Well your favorite pastor does! Fads come and go, with the […]

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]]> 11995 Acts B.C. // Act Like Jesus https://refuge.church/2024/06/11/humanity-actlikejesus/ Tue, 11 Jun 2024 15:13:17 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=11966 Pastor Nicole keeps our summer of series moving forward as she dives into Acts 4. The story of the church moves forward with the aftermath of the apostles healing the paralyzed man. Last week, we learned how Peter and John healed a man paralyzed from birth. Beyond the miraculous, we see the impact of being […]

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]]> 11966 The Barbie Movie // Advocate Barbie https://refuge.church/2024/04/22/advocatebarbie/ Mon, 22 Apr 2024 16:53:18 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=11877 Welcome to week two of our FUN-conventional series centered around The Barbie Movie. Yes, yes, I know! You’ve heard all the things about Barbie! But stick with us, because this journey is about so much more than what meets the eye! We started to peel back the layers last week, finding the bigger theme of […]

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]]> 11877 The Barbie Movie // Deconstruction Barbie https://refuge.church/2024/04/15/barbie/ Mon, 15 Apr 2024 15:39:35 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=11870 The Barbie Movie Follows stereotypical Barbie, who lives a seemingly perfect life alongside other Barbies and Kens in Barbie Land. In this world the Barbies have to prestigious careers, like doctors, lawyers, professors, teachers, and politicians… and the Kens they mostly hang out on the beach, considering beaching their profession. One night at a dance […]

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]]> 11870 Losing My Religion // Part 2 https://refuge.church/2024/03/25/losingmyreligion2/ Mon, 25 Mar 2024 14:26:10 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=11845 We live in a world where the darkest chapters of history and even our personal lives have shaped or worsened by religion. And so, Pastor Brian wraps up our “Losing My Religion“ series with a BOGO sermon! Time and time again Jesus challenges religious norms and offers a way with genuine faith, love, and inclusion. […]

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]]> 11845 Losing My Religion // Part 1 https://refuge.church/2024/03/18/losingmyreligion1/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:52:33 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=11839 So often in the middle of our spiritual journeys a pivotal moment that calls us to sift through to relics of tradition and find the essence of truth faith. As we get closer to Easter, Pastor Brian is taking us on a reflective journey in a series he’s calling “Losing My Religion.” According to Pastor […]

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]]> 11839 Refocus // Relationships https://refuge.church/2024/01/31/relationships-refocus/ Wed, 31 Jan 2024 22:20:41 +0000 https://refuge.church/?p=11758 This week we explored the significance of relationships in our latest sermon in our Refocus series! Pastor Nicole dives into the important role of relationships in our lives. And how fixing our eyes on Jesus can guide us in building meaningful and healthy connections. PIVOT!!! Are you fan of “Friends?” No? That’s okay! Do you […]

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]]> 11758 Ex-Mormon Turned Pastor Responds to Letter from the Mormon Church to be Truthful about What Church He Actually Belongs To https://refuge.church/2019/01/27/ex-mormon-turned-pastor-responds-to-letter-from-the-mormon-church-to-be-truthful-about-what-church-he-actually-belongs-to/ Sun, 27 Jan 2019 18:59:37 +0000 https://refugechurcdev.wpengine.com/?p=5667 I grew up Mormon, and left the church while in college. Many years later I found Jesus (or Jesus found me) and today I pastor a small church my family helped start in SWFL. Recently I received a letter from the Mormon Church instructing me to “be truthful by telling others that I am a […]

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