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Maturity Is Not Optional: Hold Fast To The Gospel | Pastor Will Hawk | February 1st, 2026
Sunday, 1 February, 2026
What if the point of pain wasn’t punishment but participation? We open Colossians 1:21–23 and hold the phrase “for your sake” up to the light, letting communion re-teach us who we were, who we are, and what we’re becoming. Christ didn’t hand us a map; he stepped into our alienation and reconciled us by his own body and blood so we could be presented holy, blameless, and above reproach. That purpose pulls us beyond a “get out of trouble” faith and into a life that matures, serves, and sacrifices with joy.We talk candidly about continuing in the faith—stable, steadfast, and not shifting—and how the real anchor isn’t our perfect track record but our stubborn grip on the hope of the gospel. Expect spills. The bike isn’t the problem; the rider is learning balance. From confession without hiding to correction without shame, we explore a rhythm of growth that trades coasting for courage. Suffering becomes a classroom where God builds breadth in our love and depth in our character.Along the way, we widen the lens: Paul rejoices in his sufferings “for your sake” and for the sake of the church he may never meet. That’s our call too. We reveal the riches of Jesus to neighbors and nations not with spectacle but with steady, sacrificial presence. We also share how we’re approaching a capital campaign through prayer, not pressure—inviting everyone to move from convenience to discipline to delight in generosity so we can pay down debt, make room to grow, and serve the community with open hands. The window for sacrifice is brief; glory closes it forever. So let’s redeem the moment, hold fast to the gospel, and ride together. If you want to learn more about the MidTree story or connect with us, go to our website HERE or text us at 812-MID-TREE.
