Paul Karsten - August 2, 2026
More Than Happy (Week 3)
While happiness is good, it’s not God’s ultimate goal for our lives. He wants us to be holy, transformed, and rooted in Him. Sometimes the pursuit of holiness leads us through trials, sacrifice, and adversity which can result in a joy far deeper than any temporary happiness can offer.
Scripture References: John 15:9-11, Philippians 1:6, 1 Peter 1:15-16
From Series: "God Never Said That"
We’ve all heard phrases like “God will never give you more than you can handle” or “Forgive and forget.” They sound comforting, but here’s the problem: God never actually said them. In this 4-week series, “God Never Said That,” we’ll uncover some of the most common cultural myths about God, compare them with the truth of Scripture, and discover the hope and freedom found in what God really does say. Each week helps your congregation trade half-truths for whole truth and build their lives on the solid foundation of God’s Word.
