Challenge Accepted

Part 1: Choosing Hard

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Joel Thomas - Jun 01, 2025
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In a world that constantly pushes us toward comfort, convenience, and the path of least resistance, Jesus invites us into something deeper—something harder. But what if the hard path is actually the best one? What if growth, purpose, and true joy are found not in avoiding struggle, but in embracing it? In this message, we’ll explore what it means to choose hard—to intentionally walk the narrow road of faith, obedience, and sacrifice. Joel Thomas presents a message to help us discover that choosing hard isn't about being reckless—it's about being courageous. And it’s often the very place where God does His greatest work in us.

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