Every day, voices compete for our attention and trust. Politicians, business leaders, influencers, and even our own desires promise to lead us toward the good life. But Psalm 146 reminds us that every human leader is temporary. Their plans perish, and none of them can ultimately save us.

God is different. He created all things, keeps His promises, cares for the vulnerable, and reigns forever. Through Jesus, the King of Kings came close to us, conquered sin and death, and invited us into a Kingdom that will never end.

In this message from Psalm 146, discover what it means to stop carrying the weight of saving yourself and begin following the King who reigns forever.

Phoenix Bible Church is a church in the heart of the city of Phoenix, Arizona. We desire to engage culture, uphold truth and love people. In a world where life can be heavy and confusing, we want to cover the hard truths - with grace. This is difficulty and messy - and so are we - but the love of Jesus meets us in our mess.

Our rhythm is to gather to worship on Sunday and then scatter during the week to love, live and lead together.

We are imperfect people moved by the perfect love of Jesus.

Come as you are. Experience His love.

#PhoenixBibleChurch #Psalm146 #JesusIsKing #TrustGod #soulcare

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Chapters:

00:00 Who Shapes Your Life?

02:21 Who Is Worthy of Trust?

02:30 Psalm 146

03:35 Princes Will Perish

06:10 Human Power Cannot Save

09:20 The Burden of Self-Rule

11:13 God Reigns in Glory

12:29 God Keeps His Promises

13:52 The Lord Who Rescues

16:14 True Salvation Is in God

17:25 Jesus, King of Kings

18:43 Why No Person Can Save

21:10 Three Ways to Follow Jesus

21:18 Begin Now

22:06 Build Consistency

24:01 Bring the Kingdom Everywhere

25:08 Princes Perish, God Reigns

25:31 Communion and Reflection

One moment, life can feel like a sturdy bridge—safe, predictable, and secure. The next, it can feel like an uncontrollable river carrying us toward the unknown.

In Psalm 27, David shows us how to respond in both seasons. We do not find courage by gaining control, ignoring our pain, or pretending we have no questions. Courage grows when we remember that the Lord is our light, our salvation, and our stronghold. He is present on the bridge, in the river, and everywhere in between.

In this message, we discover how intimacy with God confronts fear, why honest petitions deepen our relationship with Him, and what it means to wait for the Lord with strength and courage.

Phoenix Bible Church is a church in the heart of the city of Phoenix, Arizona. We desire to engage culture, uphold truth and love people. In a world where life can be heavy and confusing, we want to cover the hard truths - with grace. This is difficulty and messy - and so are we - but the love of Jesus meets us in our mess.

Our rhythm is to gather to worship on Sunday and then scatter during the week to love, live and lead together.

We are imperfect people moved by the perfect love of Jesus.

Come as you are. Experience His love.

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Chapters:

00:00 Psalm 27

02:07 Bridges, Rivers, and the Human Condition

05:15 What You Fear, You Follow

07:16 The Lord Is Your Light

09:13 The Lord Is Your Salvation

10:34 The Lord Is Your Stronghold

13:25 Confidence in God’s Presence

18:08 Intimacy as Artillery

23:17 Lift Your Head

26:09 When Confidence Suddenly Cracks

28:17 Permission to Petition God

32:00 Remember the Goodness of God

34:04 Wait for the Lord

37:39 Trusting God Through Grief

39:41 Living Out Psalm 27

We often look to success, relationships, experiences, and changing circumstances to satisfy the deepest longings of our souls. But even the best things in life eventually leave us wanting more.

In Psalm 63, David is fleeing for his life, yet his greatest desire is not simply for his circumstances to change. He thirsts for God. Through passionate prayer, public and private praise, and persistent trust, David shows us where lasting satisfaction is truly found.

Lasting satisfaction is not found in our circumstances, but in our Savior.

Phoenix Bible Church is a church in the heart of the city of Phoenix, Arizona. We desire to engage culture, uphold truth and love people. In a world where life can be heavy and confusing, we want to cover the hard truths - with grace. This is difficulty and messy - and so are we - but the love of Jesus meets us in our mess.

Our rhythm is to gather to worship on Sunday and then scatter during the week to love, live and lead together.

We are imperfect people moved by the perfect love of Jesus.

Come as you are. Experience His love.

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https://phoenixbiblechurch.com

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Chapters:

00:00 The Best Meal You’ve Ever Had

01:01 Soul Care and Psalm 63

01:59 A Trip to the Phoenix Art Museum

03:44 Temporary Pleasures and Eternal Longings

05:17 Lasting Satisfaction Is Found in Our Savior

05:32 David’s Difficult Circumstances

07:29 Reading Psalm 63

08:38 Passion in Prayer

10:59 When Prayer Becomes Bargaining

12:07 A Soul That Thirsts for God

14:46 Jesus’ Prayer in Gethsemane

16:21 Prayer Brings Us Home

18:13 Purpose in Praise

18:24 The Importance of Public Praise

20:47 Building Community Beyond Sunday

21:41 The Practice of Private Praise

22:54 Remembering God’s Faithfulness

25:11 Persistence in Peril

26:35 Hope in Real-Life Circumstances

27:43 Baptism and Satisfaction in Jesus

28:25 Praising God Despite Our Circumstances

29:48 Closing Prayer

Worship is not something I turn on and off.Psalm 95 reminds me that I am always pouring myself out somewhere. My time, attention, energy, preferences, and heart are always aimed at something.The invitation is simple and searching: come before the King. Not with perfect worship, but with a surrendered heart.

Want to listen to our new song, Come Be For The King: https://youtu.be/4iubVfoHnvoPhoenix Bible Church is a church in the heart of the city of Phoenix, Arizona. We desire to engage culture, uphold truth and love people. In a world where life can be heavy and confusing, we want to cover the hard truths - with grace. This is difficulty and messy - and so are we - but the love of Jesus meets us in our mess.Our rhythm is to gather to worship on Sunday and then scatter during the week to love, live and lead together.We are imperfect people moved by the perfect love of Jesus.Come as you are. Experience His love.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Websitehttps://phoenixbiblechurch.comConnect with Phoenix Bible Churchhttps://phoenixbiblechurch.com/connectSocial Mediahttps://instagram.com/phxbiblechurchhttps://www.facebook.com/phxbiblechurchChapters:0:00 Running, Training, and Worship2:34 Reading Psalm 954:05 Worship Is Continuous5:25 What Are You Worshiping?7:19 Why Corporate Worship Matters8:33 Worship Requires Sacrifice10:31 Worship Requires Preparation12:51 Celebrating the Worship Team14:22 Engaging Culture and Upholding Truth16:02 Preference vs. Biblical Truth16:46 Do Not Harden Your Heart18:38 Worship in Spirit and Body20:30 Why Physical Worship Matters22:26 Moving Beyond Comfortable Worship23:50 Expecting to Meet With God24:28 Introducing “Come Before the King”25:07 Come Before the King28:10 Worship Response

How is your soul?

In Psalm 46, God does not call us to ignore the chaos around us or pretend everything is fine. He calls us to be still and know that He is God. True soul care is not simply slowing down, taking a break, or escaping the noise. It is surrendering our whole soul to the God who is our refuge, strength, fortress, and present help in trouble.

This week, Pastor Tim walks through Psalm 46 and reminds us that the war within our soul is not too much for the God who makes wars cease. In the middle of chaos, God is powerful. God is present. God is with us.

Phoenix Bible Church is a church in the heart of the city of Phoenix, Arizona. We desire to engage culture, uphold truth and love people. In a world where life can be heavy and confusing, we want to cover the hard truths - with grace. This is difficulty and messy - and so are we - but the love of Jesus meets us in our mess.

Our rhythm is to gather to worship on Sunday and then scatter during the week to love, live and lead together.

We are imperfect people moved by the perfect love of Jesus.

Come as you are. Experience His love.

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Chapters:

00:00 - How Is Your Soul?

01:05 - The Condition of Your Soul Shapes Your Life

02:59 - Be Still and Know That I Am God

04:10 - Psalm 46 Is Surrounded by Chaos

06:06 - The Battle Behind Psalm 46

08:46 - What War Is Raging in Your Soul?

13:20 - How Do We Surrender Our Soul to God?

14:51 - Behold God’s Power

16:15 - What You Behold Shapes You

19:13 - Stare at God, Not the Problem

22:51 - Surrender to God’s Presence

24:14 - Self Care vs. Soul Care

25:54 - Who God Is in Psalm 46

27:05 - Name the Battle in Your Soul

28:29 - Create Space with God

30:22 - Exalt God This Week

33:12 - Selah: Stop, Reflect, Release

34:52 - Communion Response

What transforms an unlikely group of people into an uncommon church?In Philippians 4:10–23, Paul reveals the answer: enduring, sacrificial gospel partnership. This message challenges us to move beyond observing ministry and begin using our time, gifts, and resources for kingdom impact. It also uncovers the true meaning of Philippians 4:13: Christ strengthens His people to endure every circumstance as they pursue His mission together.Phoenix Bible Church is a church in the heart of the city of Phoenix, Arizona. We desire to engage culture, uphold truth and love people. In a world where life can be heavy and confusing, we want to cover the hard truths - with grace. This is difficulty and messy - and so are we - but the love of Jesus meets us in our mess.Our rhythm is to gather to worship on Sunday and then scatter during the week to love, live and lead together.We are imperfect people moved by the perfect love of Jesus.Come as you are. Experience His love.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Websitehttps://phoenixbiblechurch.comConnect with Phoenix Bible Churchhttps://phoenixbiblechurch.com/connectSocial Mediahttps://instagram.com/phxbiblechurchhttps://www.facebook.com/phxbiblechurchChapters:00:00 The Unlikely Church in Philippi03:16 An Uncommon Kingdom Impact05:31 The Blueprint for an Uncommon Church05:56 Philippians 4:10–2307:25 Gospel Partnership08:01 The Sacrifices of Many11:57 Are You Partnering or Observing?15:11 A Partnership That Endures17:59 What Philippians 4:13 Really Means20:02 Contentment Frees Us for the Mission24:09 Sacrificial Gospel Partnership27:24 God Wants More Than Your Money32:04 We Sacrifice for What We Value33:07 Taking a Practical Step36:34 The Impact of One Volunteer38:30 Closing Prayer

What is stealing your peace?

In Philippians 4:1–9, Paul shows us that biblical peace is not pretending everything is fine or waiting for every problem to disappear. Peace is found in the presence of Christ; and it meets us in real life, with real conflict, real anxiety, and real thoughts that need to be brought under the truth of God.

This message looks at three peace killers: unaddressed conflict, unreleased anxiety, and unguarded thoughts. Through Jesus, I don’t have to numb, suppress, or control what is weighing on my soul. I can bring it to God, pursue peace with others, and let Scripture reshape my mind.

Phoenix Bible Church is a church in the heart of the city of Phoenix, Arizona. We desire to engage culture, uphold truth and love people. In a world where life can be heavy and confusing, we want to cover the hard truths - with grace. This is difficulty and messy - and so are we - but the love of Jesus meets us in our mess.

Our rhythm is to gather to worship on Sunday and then scatter during the week to love, live and lead together.

We are imperfect people moved by the perfect love of Jesus.

Come as you are. Experience His love.

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https://phoenixbiblechurch.com

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Chapters:00:00 — The One Thing: Knowing Jesus and Making Him Known

00:49 — Peace Is Not Just Circumstantial

01:35 — Peace Is a Person

01:56 — When Monday Steals Your Peace

04:29 — How Do I Focus on the One Thing?

05:48 — Peace Killers in Real Life

06:13 — Reading Philippians 4:1–9

07:59 — Peace Killer #1: Unaddressed Conflict

10:40 — Peace With God and Peace With Others

12:48 — The Danger of Avoiding Reconciliation

15:25 — The Person You Need to Text

16:09 — Peace Killer #2: Unreleased Anxiety

17:44 — Anxiety Does Not Mean God Is Absent

19:00 — Scripture Gives More Than “Stop It”

21:23 — How We Numb Anxiety

24:55 — Let Your Requests Be Made Known

25:24 — Nothing Is Too Heavy for the Father

28:47 — How’s Your Way Working?

29:15 — Prayer, Supplication, and Thanksgiving

31:14 — A Simple Journal Practice

33:10 — Peace Killer #3: Unguarded Thoughts

33:58 — Your Mind Is a Garden

35:51 — Scripture as a Biblical Framework

38:02 — The Peace of God Will Guard You

38:53 — Finding Peace in Grief and Real Life

41:13 — Responding to the God of Peace

42:26 — Closing Prayer

What if the greatest danger is not failure, but succeeding at the wrong things?In Philippians 3:12–4:1, Paul gives a clear picture of the Christian life: press on toward Christ. Not toward comfort. Not toward comparison. Not toward past success or shame. Toward Jesus.This sermon walks through five ways we can waste our lives: choosing the wrong finish line, thinking we’ve already arrived, staying stuck in the past, running without God’s people, and quitting too soon. But there is good news; Jesus has already secured the finish line.Phoenix Bible Church is a church in the heart of the city of Phoenix, Arizona. We desire to engage culture, uphold truth and love people. In a world where life can be heavy and confusing, we want to cover the hard truths - with grace. This is difficulty and messy - and so are we - but the love of Jesus meets us in our mess.Our rhythm is to gather to worship on Sunday and then scatter during the week to love, live and lead together.We are imperfect people moved by the perfect love of Jesus.Come as you are. Experience His love.#PhoenixBibleChurch #Philippians #LoveMoves #FollowJesus #ChristianLifePhilippians 3, How to Waste Your Life, Christian Endurance, Knowing Jesus, Press On Toward Christ----------------------------------------------------------------------Websitehttps://phoenixbiblechurch.comConnect with Phoenix Bible Churchhttps://phoenixbiblechurch.com/connectSocial Media  / phxbiblechurch    / phxbiblechurch  Chapters:00:00 Aiming at the Wrong Target02:39 How to Waste Your Life03:09 Philippians 3:12–4:104:34 1. Pick the Wrong Finish Line07:21 Knowing Jesus and Making Him Known09:43 Jesus Is the Paper16:20 2. Think You’ve Already Arrived20:21 3. Stay Stuck in the Past26:09 Press On Toward Christ28:04 4. Run Without God’s People31:07 Running With the Wrong People32:54 5. Quit Too Soon34:17 Christ Has Secured the Finish Line36:23 Don’t Give Up Too Soon40:18 Lock Arms and Keep Going41:13 Prayer

What if the things you are holding onto are keeping you from the One who is infinitely better?

In Philippians 3, Paul looks at his religious resume, his success, his status, and his righteousness, and counts it all as loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ. This sermon reminds us that joy is not found in perfect circumstances, salvation is not found in religious performance, and righteousness is not something we earn.

Jesus plus nothing equals everything.

Phoenix Bible Church is a church in the heart of the city of Phoenix, Arizona. We desire to engage culture, uphold truth and love people. In a world where life can be heavy and confusing, we want to cover the hard truths - with grace. This is difficulty and messy - and so are we - but the love of Jesus meets us in our mess.

Our rhythm is to gather to worship on Sunday and then scatter during the week to love, live and lead together.

We are imperfect people moved by the perfect love of Jesus.

Come as you are. Experience His love.

#PhoenixBibleChurch

#Philippians3

#ChooseToLose

#JesusIsBetter

#LoveMoves

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Chapters

00:00 Comeback Stories

01:27 Paul Was Winning

02:22 Choose to Lose

03:26 What Do You Choose to Lose?

04:04 Joy in the Lord

06:23 Losing Dependence on Circumstances

07:24 Don’t Move On From the Gospel

10:23 Losing Self-Righteousness

12:22 Jesus Plus Nothing Equals Everything

13:31 Paul’s Religious Resume

15:20 Jesus Is Greater

19:29 Knowing Christ

22:22 What Is God Doing in You?

24:33 Only Jesus Is Worthy

27:07 Righteousness Through Christ

28:11 Found in Him

30:39 Loved by the Father

32:26 What Are You Refusing to Lose?

32:53 Communion and Surrender

In Philippians 2, Paul gives the church two examples of faithful gospel living: Timothy and Epaphroditus. One becomes a trusted leader in the church; the other appears as an ordinary member willing to risk his life to serve Paul and strengthen the mission of the gospel.

This sermon looks at what life together actually requires: relationship and risk. Real discipleship takes time, teamwork, and patience. It cannot be rushed. As followers of Jesus, our lives are not centered on comfort, career, or reputation, but on Christ and His mission.

Love Moves when ordinary people are shaped by the gospel and sent into everyday life with eternal purpose.

Phoenix Bible Church is a church in the heart of the city of Phoenix, Arizona. We desire to engage culture, uphold truth and love people. In a world where life can be heavy and confusing, we want to cover the hard truths - with grace. This is difficulty and messy - and so are we - but the love of Jesus meets us in our mess.

Our rhythm is to gather to worship on Sunday and then scatter during the week to love, live and lead together.

We are imperfect people moved by the perfect love of Jesus.

Come as you are. Experience His love.

#LoveMoves #PhoenixBibleChurch #LoveMoves #LifeTogether #Philippians2 #GospelMission

Keywords: Philippians 2, Timothy and Epaphroditus, Life Together, Gospel Mission, Christian Community

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00:00 Randy’s Story and Ordinary Faithfulness

03:38 Timothy and Epaphroditus in Philippians 2

05:27 Paul’s Encouragement to Press On

06:41 The Gospel Brings Hope in Darkness

08:07 Life Together Requires Relationship and Risk

09:20 Timothy’s Discipleship and Leadership

12:04 Epaphroditus: Brother, Worker, Soldier, Messenger

16:51 What Do We Learn From Their Lives?

18:23 Time, Teamwork, and Time

21:05 Discipleship Cannot Be Microwaved

23:26 Building Relationships in the Church

25:18 Serving Together on Mission

27:20 Epaphroditus Risked His Life for the Gospel

29:10 Life in Christ Is Greater Than Temporary Success

30:36 Ordinary Vocations, Kingdom Impact

32:34 What Are You Willing to Risk for the Gospel?

33:32 Closing Prayer

The world is dark, but the church is called to shine.

In Philippians 2:12–16, Paul reminds followers of Jesus to work out their salvation, do all things without grumbling, hold fast to the word of life, and shine as lights in the world. This message challenges us to stop blending into the darkness, stop shouting at the darkness, and start carrying the light of Jesus into the places God has placed us.

At Phoenix Bible Church, we are imperfect people moved by the perfect love of Jesus. Love Moves when the people of God shine in their homes, neighborhoods, workplaces, and city.

Watch this sermon from our Life Together series through the book of Philippians.

Phoenix Bible Church is a church in the heart of the city of Phoenix, Arizona. We desire to engage culture, uphold truth and love people. In a world where life can be heavy and confusing, we want to cover the hard truths - with grace. This is difficulty and messy - and so are we - but the love of Jesus meets us in our mess.Our rhythm is to gather to worship on Sunday and then scatter during the week to love, live and lead together.We are imperfect people moved by the perfect love of Jesus.Come as you are. Experience His love.#LoveMoves----------------------------------------------------------------------Websitehttps://phoenixbiblechurch.comConnect with Phoenix Bible Churchhttps://phoenixbiblechurch.com/connectSocial Mediahttps://instagram.com/phxbiblechurchhttps://www.facebook.com/phxbiblechurch

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Life Together

02:00 The purpose of unity

03:00 A dark world

06:00 Light in the darkness

08:00 Stop blending into darkness

10:30 Stop shouting at darkness

12:40 Work out your salvation

15:20 Grace-driven effort

18:00 Five-pound faith

23:20 Do all things without grumbling

26:00 Grumbling vs. lament

31:30 Hold fast to the word of life

33:15 Jesus had every reason to complain

36:15 Pour your life out for others

43:15 Where are you called to shine?

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