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“Growing in Knowing” Series, part 4 — Colossians 1:10“…that you may walk worthy of the Lord… and increase in the knowledge of God.”In Part 4 of our series, Pastor Andrew brings a deeply encouraging and prophetic message titled “The God Who Is Faithful.”From Deuteronomy 7:9, we are reminded that God is not just loving or holy—He is the faithful God, the covenant-keeping God, the God who stays when others walk away, the God who renews when life has drained you, and the God who finishes what He starts.This message is specifically for the broken, the weary, the rejected, and those who feel like they are running on fumes. If you have felt abandoned, overlooked, unsupported, or spiritually exhausted… God sees you. And He is faithful.🔥 Highlights from this message:• God’s faithfulness in your pain and pressure• Why Shady Grove Church is called to be a refuge for the broken• The potter who restores what life has shattered• A prophetic vision of believers running through the storm—and the promise that the clouds are breaking• How God’s faithfulness produces renewal, strength, and endurance• Why true spiritual renewal comes only through His presence• God’s promise to finish the work He began in you (Phil. 1:6)📖 Key Scriptures:• Deuteronomy 7:9 — God is the faithful God• Lamentations 3:22-23 — His mercies are new every morning• Isaiah 40:28-31 — He renews the strength of the weary• Psalm 23 — He restores the soul• 2 Corinthians 4:16 — The inward man is renewed day by day• Psalm 16:11 — Renewal in His presence• Philippians 1:6 — He completes what He begins• 1 Thessalonians 5:24 — He who calls you is faithful💬 What You Will Feel in This Message:• Encouragement• Strength• Conviction• Hope• Renewal• The Father’s love• The Holy Spirit’s prophetic urgencyIf you are tired…If you are hurting…If you feel alone…If you wonder whether God still has His hand on your life—This word is for you.God is faithful.God renews.God finishes what He starts.Be strengthened. Be encouraged. Be revived.And grow deeper in knowing the God who has never failed you.

Freedom Fighters | John 8:31–36 | Walking in the Liberty Christ PurchasedIn this powerful message, “Freedom Fighters,” Pastor Andrew Eldridge takes us deep into John 8:31–36, revealing Jesus’ call for believers to walk in true spiritual liberty—not someday in heaven, but here and now.Many Christians quote “the truth shall make you free,” but Jesus teaches that freedom begins with continuing in His Word (v.31). Before truth sets us free, we must first abide—remain in, dwell in, and live by the Word of God. Freedom is not accidental; it is the fruit of discipleship.Using the powerful illustration of the American Revolution freedom fighters, Pastor Andrew reminds us that liberty is never won by passivity. Freedom must be pursued. Jesus—the ultimate Freedom Fighter—organized, strategized, sacrificed, and secured our victory on the cross. Now He calls us to stand fast in the liberty He purchased (Galatians 5:1).Throughout this message, we explore:🔥 VERSE-BY-VERSE THROUGH JOHN 8:31–36v31 — Continue in the WordFreedom begins with abiding in Scripture. Disciples aren’t just believers—they are followers, learners, and doers.v32 — Knowing & Applying the TruthTruth must be walked out. It’s not enough to know it intellectually; it must transform our lives.v33 — The Deception of DenialThe Pharisees claimed they were never in bondage—despite a long history of bondage in Scripture. Many Christians today fall into the same trap.v34–35 — Sin Enslaves, Grace EmpowersSin is a cruel master, but grace is the power to live free—not a license to remain bound.v36 — Free IndeedWhom the Son sets free is free in reality, experience, identity, and daily life.⸻🏹 A CALL TO RISE UPToo many believers live bruised, defeated, and waiting for heaven to finally be free. But Jesus declared in Luke 4:18 that freedom begins today. Bondage is not always the “big sins.” It hides in jealousy, anger, insecurity, depression, anxiety, tradition, and self-deception. But Christ has already broken the chains.This message calls God’s people to rise up as Freedom Fighters—refusing the lies of the enemy and embracing the victory Jesus purchased.⸻📖 KEY SCRIPTURESJohn 8:31–36 (KJV)Galatians 5:1Luke 4:18–212 Corinthians 10:3Romans 7:14–15Psalm 1; Joshua 1:8; Titus 2:11–12; Romans 6:1–2⸻🙏 If this message blessed you…Please like, share, and subscribe to help spread the Gospel.Drop a comment below—we’d love to connect and pray with you!Freedom is not just a destination.In Christ, freedom is your inheritance—today.