This message is a reminder that believers carry the image of God and are never alone. Through the gift of the Holy Spirit, there’s a down payment on eternity—God’s promise of presence and purpose. Let this truth bring peace and courage to live faithfully, no matter the challenge.

This message kicks off the Renewed series with a deep dive into 2 Corinthians. It unpacks the tense relationship between Paul and the Corinthian church, explores the pain behind his “severe letter,” and highlights how Paul becomes a model of reconciliation and spiritual maturity.

A powerful real-life story—surviving a death threat while serving as a missionary in Colombia during the Pablo Escobar era—helps illustrate the need for a clear calling and the steady presence of the Holy Spirit when life feels dangerous or divided.

Whether the challenge is church conflict, broken relationships, or simply staying faithful to Jesus' mission, this teaching offers encouragement to:
- Bear God’s image in every conversation
- Stand firm in your calling, even when it costs you
- Actively share the good news of Christ’s victory

When life pushes us to the edge, Jesus steps in. Time and again, He meets us with mercy we didn’t earn, strength when we’re at our weakest, and promises that remain steady even when the world around us is falling apart. Sharing how He’s shown up in our lives is one of the most powerful ways we bring Him glory.