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9. Defending Ourselves From Ourselves

<p>This weekend, we look at the challenges of self-hatred and discover the transformative power of self-compassion in relation to our bodies. Learn what we can reshape our self-perception and free us from destructive patterns.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us next weekend at The Branch Church and invite your friends and family!</p>

Aug 6, 202336 min

9. Defending Ourselves From Ourselves

Aug 6, 202336 min

8. Regarding Gender & Transgender

<p>This weekend, we tackle a critical and sensitive topic in our Flesh and Bone series with a sermon titled "Regarding Gender & Transgender." Chris compassionately explores the truth about our bodies in the light of Jesus' teachings and Scripture, shedding light on the complexities and nuances of this matter. Discover the significance of your identity in Christ and how it shapes our understanding of gender, providing valuable insights for all!</p><p><br></p><p>Join us next weekend at The Branch Church and invite your friends and family for this important conversation!</p><p><br></p><p>Find out what’s going on at The Branch here: <a href="https://thebranch.org/events" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://thebranch.org/events</a></p>

Jul 30, 202349 min

8. Regarding Gender & Transgender

Jul 30, 202349 min

7. The Gospel, Sexual Brokenness, and a Way Forward

<p>This weekend we'll explore the often sensitive topic of sexual brokenness, the transformative power of Jesus' teachings, and the good news of hope and healing no matter your past or difficulties.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us next weekend at The Branch Church and invite your friends and family for this important conversation!</p><p><br></p><p>Find out what’s going on at The Branch here: <a href="https://thebranch.org/events" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://thebranch.org/events</a></p>

Jul 23, 202341 min

7. The Gospel, Sexual Brokenness, and a Way Forward

Jul 23, 202341 min

6. Design & Desire

<p>This weekend, we dive back into Matthew 19:1-12, tackle some cultural misconceptions, and look at how Jesus' teachings on sex, marriage, and gender offer a path to wholeness and redemption as we explore the powerful connection between our design and desires.</p><p><br></p><p>Find out what’s going on at The Branch here: <a href="https://thebranch.org/events" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://thebranch.org/events</a></p>

Jul 16, 202343 min

6. Design & Desire

Jul 16, 202343 min

5. Aim High

<p>This weekend we delve into the counter-cultural teachings of Jesus and discover the power of embracing God's intended design for our lives. We explore the radical nature of His view of relationships, sexuality, and the purpose of our bodies and gain a fresh perspective on living according to God's will.</p><p><br></p><p>Find out what’s going on at The Branch here: <a href="https://thebranch.org/events" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://thebranch.org/events</a></p>

Jul 9, 202340 min

5. Aim High

Jul 9, 202340 min

4. A Beacon of Healing

<p>This weekend, our Farmers Branch Campus Minister, Hunter Wheatcraft, shares his personal lessons from a recent silent retreat and explores the importance of presence and grace in our lives. He also unpacks the transformative story of the Good Samaritan and how we can become beacons of healing in a world that desperately needs it.</p><p><br></p><p>Find out what’s going on at The Branch here: <a href="https://thebranch.org/events" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://thebranch.org/events</a></p>

Jul 2, 202338 min

4. A Beacon of Healing

Jul 2, 202338 min

3. Moves Like Jagger

<p>This weekend we are exploring the tension of grace and truth when we consider matters associated with our bodies.</p><p><br></p><p>Find out what’s going on at The Branch here: <a href="https://thebranch.org/events" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://thebranch.org/events</a></p>

Jun 18, 202341 min

3. Moves Like Jagger

Jun 18, 202341 min

2. His Mind Over Our Matter

Jun 11, 202340 min

2. His Mind Over Our Matter

<p>The human body is a marvel that, when studied, has brought many to faith. Our design confesses a Designer. Then there’s the moment in history when the Designer was revealed through a human body. Jesus made the invisible God visible like never before. (<a href="https://thebranch.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=948ea3b48de8430a650c44100&id=9ce3333132&e=8b79f54844" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">John 1:18</a>)</p><p> </p><p>This weekend, we discuss how the wonder of our bodies can bring us to faith, but it’s our faith in Jesus that shapes how we relate to our bodies and what we do with them. “The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” (<a href="https://thebranch.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=948ea3b48de8430a650c44100&id=0e6e4bba47&e=8b79f54844" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Galatians 2:20</a>)</p><p><br></p><p>Find out what’s going on at The Branch here: <a href="https://thebranch.org/events" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://thebranch.org/events</a></p>

Jun 11, 202340 min

1. A Body You Prepared For Me

<p>This weekend we begin a new series. There’s a lot of talk about our bodies in the world today. There is a lot of confusion, too. How we think about our bodies matters; what we do with them matters, and how we relate to others in regard to these things matters.</p><p><br></p><p>Find out what’s going on at The Branch here: <a href="https://thebranch.org/events" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://thebranch.org/events</a></p>

Jun 4, 202340 min

1. A Body You Prepared For Me

Jun 4, 202340 min

9. Earth, Wind, and Fire

May 28, 202336 min

9. Earth, Wind, and Fire

<p>There are “learning curves” that we all experience when it comes to learning new things. There are also “believing curves.” If you’re a disciple of Jesus, you’ll find yourself on one from time to time where you might ask yourself, “Is this for real?”</p><p><br></p><p>Find out what’s going on at The Branch here: <a href="https://thebranch.org/events" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://thebranch.org/events</a></p>

May 28, 202336 min

7. A ‘GO’ Kind of People

May 21, 202337 min

8. Why Do You Stand Looking Into the Sky?

<p>This weekend our Farmers Branch Campus Minister, Hunter Wheatcraft, brings us a message out of Acts 1:1-11.</p>

May 21, 202334 min

7. A ‘GO’ Kind of People

<p>This weekend our Vista Ridge Campus Minister, Jason Duke, brings us a message out of Acts 1:1-11.</p>

May 21, 202337 min

8. Why Do You Stand Looking Into the Sky?

May 21, 202334 min

Your Rudder

May 14, 202341 min

Your Rudder

<p>Tara Seidman joins Chris to share a heartfelt Mother's Day message, drawing from her own personal testimony and the inspiring words of 1 Thessalonians 2:7-8.</p>

May 14, 202341 min

6. Hope At Your Table, Again

May 7, 202335 min

6. Hope At Your Table, Again

<p>This weekend, Chris walks us through another one of Jesus’s post-resurrection appearances. We’ll be in <a href="https://thebranch.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=948ea3b48de8430a650c44100&id=1f6020885d&e=8b79f54844" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Luke 24</a>. One of the great challenges of life is walking through the death of a hope. And yet, Jesus can be found there.</p>

May 7, 202335 min

5. Remember Your Calling

<p>Have you ever had a vehicle recalled? “For Real” continues this weekend with Hunter Wheatcraft at our Farmers Branch campus, bringing the message from <a href="https://thebranch.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=948ea3b48de8430a650c44100&id=3e889cb8ac&e=3f950bb13e" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">John 21</a> and the “recall” of Peter. Hey, cars and appliances aren’t the only things that get “recalled.” We do, too!</p>

Apr 30, 202336 min

5. Remember Your Calling

Apr 30, 202336 min

4. Healing from the Pain of Past Regret

Apr 30, 202339 min

4. Healing from the Pain of Past Regret

<p>Have you ever had a vehicle recalled? “For Real” continues this weekend with Josh Brake at our Vista Ridge campus, bringing the message from <a href="https://thebranch.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=948ea3b48de8430a650c44100&id=3e889cb8ac&e=3f950bb13e" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">John 21</a> and the “recall” of Peter. Hey, cars and appliances aren’t the only things that get “recalled.” We do, too!</p>

Apr 30, 202339 min

3. The Show-Me State

<p>This weekend, we explore the story of Thomas in John 20:19-31 and discover how facing our doubts can deepen our belief and why a community of disciples is essential on the journey of faith.</p>

Apr 23, 202337 min

3. The Show-Me State

Apr 23, 202337 min

2. Mary Magdalene

Apr 16, 202335 min

2. Mary Magdalene

<p>This weekend, we're looking at the story of the first person to be an evangelist, sharing the good news of His rising. She actually had been spreading another message. But an encounter with Jesus changed her understanding of just about everything.</p>

Apr 16, 202335 min

1. For Real

Apr 9, 202339 min

1. For Real

<p>Happy Easter! Don't miss this thought-provoking sermon that challenges you to consider what you truly believe and why it matters. We're exploring the depths of our convictions and the significance of the resurrection of Jesus.</p>

Apr 9, 202339 min

8. Deeper Wider

Apr 2, 202338 min

8. Deeper Wider

<p>This weekend, we’re wrapping up our series in the book of Colossians. We’ll also be praying for open doors to reach out to people and open eyes to recognize these opportunities and take action.</p>

Apr 2, 202338 min

7. Reversing the Flow

Mar 26, 202339 min

7. Reversing the Flow

<p>This weekend, we’re talking about inner peace and outer obnoxiousness in Colossians 3:15-4:1.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>

Mar 26, 202339 min

6. Unraveled

Mar 19, 202335 min

6. Unraveled

<p>Are there things you used to wear that you wouldn’t be caught dead in today? This weekend we’re in <a href="https://thebranch.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=948ea3b48de8430a650c44100&id=3751022891&e=8b79f54844" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Colossians 3:1-14</a> talking about mindsets, the “fashion” of the kingdom of God, getting rid of old wardrobes, and why “the devil wears Prada.”</p>

Mar 19, 202335 min

5. Canceled

Mar 12, 202337 min

5. Canceled

<p>This weekend we touch on the relationship between maturity and security, food labels, baptism, Henry Ford, and how the cross made Satan history’s biggest loser.</p>

Mar 12, 202337 min

4. A Mystery Revealed

<p>We cannot grasp all of God. And we do not know all that God knows. But there is a mystery of God that has been revealed to us. This weekend, Hunter Wheatcraft teaches Colossians 1:24-2:5, and the riches of this mystery revealed.</p>

Mar 5, 202332 min

4. A Mystery Revealed

Mar 5, 202332 min

3. Christ In You

Mar 5, 202337 min

3. Christ In You

<p>What does maturity in Christ mean? This weekend, Josh Brake brings us a word out of Colossians 1:24-2:5.</p>

Mar 5, 202337 min