Magnify Church - Rockford

Have you ever tripped in the dark and suddenly realized how dangerous it can be when you cannot see what is right in front of you? Stu Quackenbush opens the next section of our One Hope series, where Paul uses that same imagery to show the danger of spiritual darkness and the freedom that comes from walking in the light of Christ. This passage calls us to wake up, see clearly, and let His light change every part of our lives.

Have you ever struggled to forgive someone, even when you knew it was the right thing to do? Stu Quackenbush continues our One Hope series and unpacks two verses that can change everything! These verses call us to release bitterness and anger that can weigh down our hearts, and instead look to Christ and His example that will transform our relationships and help us extend grace even when it feels impossible.

*This week, our One Hope, The Gospel Changes Everything series may be a sensitive topic for some as we dive deep into sexual sin in Chapter 5 of Ephesians. This teaching is not intended for young children and we invite parents to decide for their families what is best for their kids, but we feel like it is an important message for our church. Have you ever felt like you're fighting the same fight again and again? Ben Phebus continues our One Hope, The Gospel Changes Everything series and reminds us that we aren't fighting alone. Jesus not only calls us to walk in the light, He gives us the power to leave old patterns behind. In Him, we find real strength, real change, and real victory, from even the most destructive sins.

How often do you stop and really look back to see how God has been faithful in your life? As we head into Thanksgiving, Steve Welch opens Deuteronomy 6:4–12 with a call to remember all God has done in the past, and let that fuel trust for the future. When we reflect on His goodness, our hearts naturally overflow with thanksgiving and confidence in all He will do next.

Ever notice how easy it is to hang on to frustration instead of showing grace? Stu Quackenbush continues our series in Ephesians and invites use into something radically different: a life marked by kindness, forgiveness, and love. When we follow Christ's example of self-giving love, it changes the way we speak, respond, and care for the people around us. It truly changes everything!