Have you ever felt like reading the Bible was "boring"? Or that spending time in the Word was a chore, something you were "supposed to do" and then felt guilty for feeling that way? Phew, it's good to know I'm not alone in these experiences. I've thought to myself during different seasons, "why am I not passionate about reading the Bible and spending time with Jesus?" I've even prayed for a desire to spend time with him, but also realized I don't think any friend or spouse ever wants to hear "I've been praying for a desire to spend time with you!" 

I've thought passion for the Word of God should just BE, that it shouldn't have to be forced or developed, but how wrong I have been! Genuine passion cannot precede discipline. If I want to be passionate about the Word of God, I must first be disciplined, which births a hunger, resulting in passion and the cycle continues. When it comes to spending time with the Lord, it can be easy to feel that discipline is faking the relationship. 

Do you know the amount of times I've felt like I was just "doing my Christianly duty" by reading the Word and didn't feel some incredible emotional revelation? Too many to count. Although at times it can feel dry and boring and like a duty, when your heart is committed with perseverance and discipline to see the Lord through the eyes of Scripture, I promise you hunger and passion will come! And then reading the Word no longer is just text on thin paper, it becomes hearty bread and cool water that nourishes your soul and strengthens your bones! 

Local Outreaches in April

In April, we’re promoting several serve opportunities through the Kansas City Dream Center and Single Mom KC. See below for more info on how you can get involved and love on our city!

DREAM CENTER DESPENSA - Every Tuesday and Thursday from 1:30 - 5:30PM, Friday 10AM - 2PM 
Families in our community are struggling and need our help more than ever with food and clothing. The Despensa provides healthy food and quality clothes to children, youth, and families in need. You can make a difference!

Sign up HERE!

ADOPT-A-BLOCK - Saturday, May 8, 12:30 - 3PM 
The Adopt-A-Block program visits select under-resourced neighborhoods every month to clean up the neighborhood, distribute food and hygiene items, and simply find a need and fill it.

Sign up HERE!

SINGLE MOM KC - Wednesday, May 5, 5:15 - 7:45PM
The Single Mom KC will be hosting an event called Pursuit on the first Wednesday of every month at the KCK campus. The volunteer opportunities range from cooking and serving the meal, working with the kids, greeting and helping with registration. This is a great way for our church family to serve single moms in our community!

Sign up HERE!

Mission Monday

Join us for Mission Monday, a monthly gathering designed to develop missional community! This is for anyone who has a heart for missions or is interested in growing a deeper understanding of the world, cultivating God’s heart for all peoples, and discovering unique ways to be a part of God’s Mission! 

A guest speaker from All Nations will be joining us - you won't want to miss it!

7pm in the Barn on the 3rd Monday’s of the Month

Fall Outreaches

Get excited! We’re sending 2 teams on outreach this summer--and YOU can be a part!

Register online or text GO21 to 913-286-1040 for more info

UTAH - Cost $1000 - September 2021 (Specific Dates TBA)

Minister through Relational Evangelism, Worship & Prayer, Encouraging local believers.

Although the efforts of this trip will be focused primarily on reaching the religiously deceived, you will also learn how to share Jesus in a way that can be applied in your everyday life when you return home. Come and see what it’s like to live in America where less than 3% of your neighbors are Jesus followers! Mission is not just overseas or in the religiously saturated state of Utah. Mission is for you. Learn how it can become a practical and natural part of your life without all the hype! 

REGISTER HERE!

LA DREAM CENTER - Cost $1000 - October 2021 (Specific Dates TBA)

Minister through Adopt-a-block outreaches, serving food to the homeless, evangelism. Be the hands and feet of Jesus as we share God’s tangible love to those who have been rejected by society.

REGISTER HERE!