BETTER TOGETHER MESSAGES

The book of Ephesians reminds us that following Jesus was never meant to be a solo journey. In this series, Better Together, we discover that God has called us into a family where we belong, grow, serve, and stand together through every season of life. As we explore Paul's letter, we'll see that spiritual maturity happens best in authentic community and that every believer has an important place in God's Church. Whether you're looking for encouragement, a deeper understanding of your identity in Christ, or practical ways to strengthen your faith, these messages will challenge and inspire you. We truly are better together because God designed us to experience His grace, His purpose, and His mission side by side.
We Belong Together
Aug 2, 2026  •  Mike Hurt
We Build Each Other Up
Aug 9, 2026  •  Mike Hurt
We Grow Together
Aug 16, 2026  •  Mike Hurt
We Choose We Over Me
Aug 23, 2026  •  Russell McCarson
We Stand Together
Aug 30, 2026  •  Mike Hurt

BETTER TOGETHER BLOGS

Enjoy these blogs from Pastor Mike.  Deepen your learning and take your next steps.
Better Together: We Stand Together
August 31st, 2026
Better Together: We Chose We Over Me
August 24th, 2026
Built Together: We Grow Together
August 17th, 2026
Better Together: We Build Each Other Up
August 10th, 2026
Better Together: We Belong to Each Other
August 3rd, 2026

BETTER TOGETHER READING PLANS

Start or end your day in Scripture.  Discover how to live deeply in Biblical community through this five week Bible reading plan.

WEEK 1:  We Belong

Main Passage: Ephesians 1:3-14

Monday
Read: Ephesians 1:3-6
  • What does it mean that God chose and adopted you?
  • How does your identity change when you see yourself as God's child?

Tuesday
Read: Ephesians 1:7-10
  • What blessings have you received because of Christ's redemption?
  • Which of those blessings do you need to remember today?

Wednesday
Read: Ephesians 1:11-14
  • What does it mean that the Holy Spirit is your guarantee?
  • How does that give you confidence for the future?

Thursday
Read: Psalm 139:13-18
  • What do these verses teach about your value to God?
  • Where do you tend to look for identity besides Christ?

Friday
Read: Colossians 3:1-17
  • Which part of your new identity stands out most?
  • How should your identity affect the way you live this weekend?

Application
Spend five minutes each morning thanking God for one truth about your identity in Christ before beginning your day.

WEEK 2:  WE ARE BUILT TOGETHER

Main Passage: Ephesians 2:11-22

Monday
Read: Ephesians 2:11-18
  • What walls has Jesus already torn down?
  • Is there anyone you've kept at a distance that Christ is inviting you to love?

Tuesday
Read: Ephesians 2:19-22
  • What does it mean to be part of God's household?
  • How are you helping build God's Church?

Wednesday
Read: 1 Peter 2:4-10
  • What does Peter teach about being "living stones"?
  • What unique role has God given you?

Thursday
Read: Romans 12:3-8
  • Which spiritual gifts resonate with you?
  • How could you use those gifts to strengthen someone else?

Friday
Read: Hebrews 10:19-25
  • Why is meeting together so important?
  • Who encourages your faith?

Application
Encourage someone in your church this week with a handwritten note, text, or phone call.

WEEK 3:  WE GROW TOGETHER

Main Passage: Ephesians 3:14-21; 4:11-16

Monday
Read: Ephesians 3:14-21
  • What does Paul pray believers would experience?
  • Which part of this prayer do you need most today?

Tuesday
Read: Ephesians 4:11-13
  • Why has Christ given leaders to His Church?
  • How have others helped you grow spiritually?

Wednesday
Read: Ephesians 4:14-16
  • What does spiritual maturity look like?
  • Where is God inviting you to grow?

Thursday
Read: Proverbs 27:17
  • Who sharpens your faith?
  • Who are you helping grow?

Friday
Read: John 15:1-8
  • What does it mean to remain in Christ?
  • What fruit is God producing in your life?

Application
Invite another believer to coffee or lunch this week and intentionally encourage each other's spiritual growth.

WEEK 4:  WE LIVE TOGETHER

Main Passage: Ephesians 4:17-5:21

Monday
Read: Ephesians 4:17-24
  • What old patterns does Paul tell us to leave behind?
  • What new attitudes should define your life?

Tuesday
Read: Ephesians 4:25-32
  • Which relationship needs more forgiveness or grace?
  • How can your words build someone up today?

Wednesday
Read: Ephesians 5:1-7
  • What does it mean to imitate God?
  • Where do you need to love more sacrificially?

Thursday
Read: Philippians 2:1-11
  • How does Jesus model humility?
  • What would choosing "we" over "me" look like today?

Friday
Read: Colossians 3:12-17
  • Which Christlike quality do you most need this week?
  • How can you intentionally practice it?

Application
Choose one difficult relationship and intentionally serve that person through encouragement, kindness, or forgiveness.

WEEK 5:  WE STAND TOGETHER

Main Passage: Ephesians 6:10-20

Monday
Read: Ephesians 6:10-13
  • Where do you see spiritual opposition in your life?
  • Why is God's strength greater than your own?

Tuesday
Read: Ephesians 6:14-17
  • Which piece of God's armor do you need to rely on most today?
  • How does each piece point you back to Christ?

Wednesday
Read: Ephesians 6:18-20
  • Why does Paul end with prayer?
  • Who can you pray for today?

Thursday
Read: 1 Peter 5:6-11
  • What strategies does the enemy use against believers?
  • How does God promise to strengthen His people?

Friday
Read: Romans 8:31-39
  • What confidence do you have because of Christ's victory?
  • How can you stand firm this week?

Application
Ask one or two believers to pray specifically with you this week, and commit to praying daily for someone else's spiritual battle.