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We live in a society that is increasingly polarized. In fact, the world actively seeks to divide us. As a body of believers, we need to stand on the principles of God and fight against the spirit of division. Ephesians 4 speaks repeatedly about the oneness of believers and the characteristics of the believer that is seeking unity. Those focused on unity are:

Have you every felt like you have been dealing with something in your life that you just couldn’t get away from?

We have multiple holidays in the United States that directly celebrate or are tied to the concept of freedom (Juneteenth, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Veteran’s Day, etc.) Freedom is a distinctive value of the Western world, but it was not always so.

From the very foundations of creation, God had meticulously crafted a plan to redeem humanity from the grip of sin and shame. This divine plan, sealed with the death of an innocent animal, began unfolding as God Himself moved among His creation, revealing His boundless love and unfathomable grace.

As a representative of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), we stand on the front lines of ministry, embodying the principles of faith, integrity, and service. In 2 Corinthians 5:17-20, Paul's words resonate deeply, emphasizing our calling as ministers of reconciliation.

In this current climate of ever scrolling ‘BREAKING NEWS’, I have some news that I pray doesn’t get lost in the shuffle. In fact, I’m going to put it in a paragraph all its own so you can take a moment and breathe it in:

We are in a continuous spiritual battle. Though unseen, the spiritual realm impacts our physical reality. We must acknowledge that we are not alone in the fight; Satan is actively involved in the battle, plotting to destroy.

Chapel message by Christian Care Ministry staff member Derrick Fickling preached on August 30, 2023