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What if the seasons when we feel we have nothing left are also the seasons that prepare us for what’s next? Drawing from Elijah’s story in 1 Kings 17, Ps Dev shares how God can use seasons of emptiness to develop our character, renew our hope, and teach us to trust Him with what we have.

Faithfulness is revealed in how we respond to what God has entrusted to us. In The Tests of Faithfulness, Ps Dev shares five tests that challenge us to remain faithful through life’s demands, difficulties, and uncertainties.

Lasting change isn’t something we sustain through willpower alone, but something we pursue in partnership with God. In Part 2 of Embracing Lasting Change, Ps Dev shares how we can sustain transformation by relying on the Holy Spirit and living from our new identity in Christ.

We all want change, but lasting change requires more than simply wanting things to be different. In Part 1 of Embracing Lasting Change, Ps Dev explores why we so often return to old patterns, and what it looks like to willingly embrace the changes God is calling us to make.

Forgiveness is one of the most difficult things we’re called to do. In Part 4 of Love Like Jesus, Ps Dev explores what Jesus teaches us about forgiveness, and how recognising the grace we’ve received through Him can change the way we respond to those who have hurt us.

Healthy relationships require healthy boundaries. In Part 3 of Love Like Jesus, Ps Dev explores how Jesus modelled the wisdom of knowing when to say yes, when to say no, and what His example teaches us about setting boundaries.

Conflict is an unavoidable part of relationships, but how we face it can make all the difference. In Part 2 of Love Like Jesus, Ps Dev explores what we can learn from how Jesus handled conflict—and how humility, wisdom, and a heart surrendered to God can reshape the way we respond.

In Part 1 of Love Like Jesus, Ps Dev shares from John 13:1–13, exploring Jesus’ remarkable act of love and service towards His disciples, what it reveals about the nature of Christlike love, and how His example can reshape the way we love others.

Growing in discernment requires more than judging what feels right. In this message, Ps Dev explores how we can grow in our understanding of God's truth and recognise His wisdom, so that we can navigate life with greater clarity.

Faith in Jesus is more than something we believe—it should shape the way we live. In this message, Ps Dev explores the evidence of discipleship and how a life transformed by Jesus is reflected in our growth, obedience, and willingness to follow Him.