Name & Identity
Life’s journey often brings seasons of uncertainty – times when our sense of identity and purpose feel lost. Does God truly love me? What is my purpose in life? If...
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Doubt & Faith
Life’s journey often brings seasons of waiting – times when God’s promises seem delayed. The way forward feels shrouded, His timing unclear. But we can take heart from Abraham’s example....
Catch & Release
When life unravels, faith is tested. Our prayers seem to hit ceilings of stone when calamity strikes. It’s tempting to cry out “Unfair!” into the void, but that doesn’t bring...
Lies & Plagues
The biblical character, Abram, once pretended his wife was his sister to get out of a jam with the Pharaoh of Eygpt. Not his best moment (for him, for his...
Blessings & Land
Life brings forked roads. Whose voice do you listen to when faced with a big decision? Friends and family offer well-meaning but contradictory advice. Your head says one thing, your...
Pride & Divide
Our world feels increasingly fractured. Screens separate us from each other. Politics divide us into warring camps. Pride erects walls between people. How do we break through all this to...
Every[where]
Value Every[one] we meet, Influence Every[where] we go, and live Generously with Every[thing] we have. At Shepherd’s Gate, these are not just words, they are the battle plan for a...
Every[one]
At Shepherd’s Gate, we value every[one]. It’s part of our DNA and it’s the first part of our vision statement. We are all stewards of the life God has given...
Psalm 138
When someone does something nice for you it’s automatic to say, “Thank You!” How about the amazing blessings we receive from God? What does God do for us, how can...
Psalm 1
Water is often used in the Bible as a metaphor for God’s presence and provision. When it comes to God being involved in your life, are you like a tree...
Mind, Body & Spirit Makeover
When you think of a healthy lifestyle, you probably think of exercising and eating nutritious foods. Living a truly healthy life includes much more than that. It’s maintaining a healthy...
Outdoor Worship – Father’s Day
Celebrating Father’s Day.