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Before we start moving into a new year, let's be sure we start properly. Before filling our schedules and getting back into old routines or starting new ones, let's make room to hear from God about what HE dreams for your year.

An illusion is something that is believed to be true or real but is actually false or unreal — a crafty construction or fantasy. 

Illusions color our perspective on finances, morality, relationships, and how we do business. In other words, illusions are nothing more than lies we believe. And who is the father of lies? The devil.  

The devil’s strategy behind illusions is simple: Take what’s true and twist it. Take what’s evident and distort it. Change it just enough to lead people astray because it’s not always what you think. 

We’ve all heard this phrase before: “As long as you live under my roof...” Right? Maybe you heard it one too many times as a kid growing up.  

The home should be the most influential place on planet Earth. And the person who potentially has the greatest influence on a child is a parent. A parent’s behavior (not advice) determines if their child wants to be like them or with them once they are older. But the fact is none of us have perfect parents or families.

Parenting is a great privilege and responsibility, and like the old saying goes, “More is caught than taught.” So, what does it look like to raise a godly family, a godly home? What does it look like to live... under my roof? 

You are engaged in a battle for your mind, a warfare per se. Most of life’s battles are won or lost in your mind, and your life is always moving in the direction of your strongest thoughts. The life you have is often a reflection of this. So, what are you to do with these unwanted thoughts or occupants that live in your mind? How can you have a positive life when you have a negative mind? Can you evict them? Can you give them a 30-day notice? How do you overcome those unwanted thoughts that live in your head … rent free?

Sometimes the idea of sharing the gospel with everyone can feel overwhelming. But what if we simplified it? What if we narrowed this seemingly impossible task to just one. One person to connect with, talk with, and invest in. One person in your life whom you can lead to Christ. Doesn't seem too overwhelming and scary, right? So... who's that one person you can begin to introduce Jesus to? Everyone has a plus one, who's yours?

Our view of Jesus will impact every area of our life. Our faith in Jesus should transform the relationships we have. Christ is greater than it all. This means we should make Him greater in our homes, our churches, and the world. Choosing to make Jesus a priority causes us to have greater hope, greater wholeness, greater freedom, and greater purpose. Join us as we talk about how to make Jesus greater in and through our lives.