Phoenix Bible Church

Isolation isn’t strength; it’s a warning sign. Jeff Gokee the executive director of Phoenix/one (https://www.phx1.org/), reminds us that two are better than one because we were never designed to carry life alone. God formed us for community, mutual care, and shared burdens. When we resist isolation and choose to be known, we step back into God’s design for healing, warmth, and strength. 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 00:00 – Two Are Better Than One Why Scripture confronts isolation head-on. 04:35

What if slowing down isn’t falling behind… but the very place Jesus wants to meet you? Hurry promises productivity but steals our soul. Remember that rest isn’t a reward—it’s a starting place. God designed us to rest with Him before we ever get to work. Jesus invites the weary, not the impressive. And in Him, we find real rest. “Come to me… and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28) ✝️ 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.

What if you succeeded at every goal this year—and still missed what mattered most? In Luke 18, Jesus shows us a better way forward. A way marked by dependence, persistence, and trust in a faithful Father. In this message, we talk about: • Why posture before God matters • How consistent practices shape real faith • Why God’s faithfulness is the foundation for everything If you’re stepping into a new year with hope, questions, or weariness—this message is for you.

In 1 John 5, we’re reminded of a better hope. Our faith in Jesus doesn’t remove us from the world, but it overcomes it. Through His life, death, and resurrection, Jesus offers a victory that reaches into our everyday lives and even beyond the grave. Whether you’re carrying the weight of responsibility, fear, suffering, or uncertainty, this message points us back to the truth. Faith isn’t just something we hold. It’s Someone we trust. 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.

All of us feel the pressure to perform — to create the perfect moment, the perfect gift, the perfect memory. But in 1 John 4, we see a better story. Love doesn’t start with us; Love Moves because God moved toward us first. Love costs because Jesus paid the ultimate price. And love frees because perfect love casts out fear. If you’ve ever wondered what God’s love really does in an everyday life like yours, this message is for you. Let’s slow down, breathe deep, and remember the love that changes 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

Every day your heart speaks and the world speaks, but God’s voice is greater. In 1 John 3–4, we discover how to silence condemnation, discern counterfeits, and walk in confidence because “He who is in you is greater.” 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.

This week we opened 1 John 3 and looked at the vital signs of a life changed by Jesus — loving God’s family, clearing out what clouds love, and giving our lives away. When we witness His love, ours begins to move. 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

Jesus came not just to comfort, but to conquer. From 1 John 2:28-3:10, Pastor Tim unpacks how Christ destroys the works of the devil and invites us to live from victory, not for it. Abide in Jesus. Purify your heart. Practice righteousness. 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 Time Title 0:00 Intro Story – The Scorpion and Protection Through Love 2:50 Main Idea – God Destroys What Harms Those He Loves 3:11 Text Reading – 1 John 2:28 – 3:10 6:06 Point 1 – How the Devil Works 10:02 The Enemy’s Strategy – Th

Are we living in the last days? John says yes, but not how you might think. In 1 John 2, we’re reminded that these days began when Jesus came and will end when He returns. The question isn’t when the last days are, but how we live in them. In a world filled with fear, deception, and distraction, you don’t have to be anxious; you can be anchored. Be aware of the battle, Be secure in Christ, Be with Jesus and abide in Him daily. Because in the end… Jesus wins. 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.

You were never meant to follow Jesus alone. Real discipleship happens in community—when we walk with others who point us to Christ. Move toward relationship, truth, and purpose. Move to One. 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.

Pastor Tim walks through 1 John 2:7–11, reminding us that the mark of truly knowing God isn’t knowledge, it’s love. From eternity past, God has been love. Jesus embodied that love and now empowers us to walk in it. When we love one another, we don’t just reflect God, we drive out darkness.

Love One Another - Walk Advocates, Liars, and Sons - 1 John 2:1-6 | A.C. Caswell | Week 3 by Phoenix Bible Church

God’s very nature is light; He reveals truth, gives direction, and embodies perfect righteousness. In contrast, darkness represents distortion, deception, and the dominion of sin. We are often drawn to darkness, sometimes even mistaking it for light, because our hearts are so easily deceived. But when God’s light shines, it exposes reality, brings hope, and dispels the power of darkness. Walking in the light means living honestly before God and others, refusing to pretend or hide, and instead confessing our sins so that we can be cleansed and restored. 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 m

When we accept Jesus, we accept his church! True fellowship is more than being in the same room; it’s a shared life rooted in Christ that can withstand the storms of life, grief, and cultural chaos. The church is not an optional add-on to faith; it is the very family of God, a package deal with Jesus Himself. We are called to love one another, to lock arms in mission, and to be a light in a fractured world. The invitation is open: take your next step, pursue the real Jesus, and experience the complete joy and unity that only He can give. 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 per

Jesus tells us in Acts 1:6 -11 that we are His witnesses to the ends of the earth. In a world marked by sin and brokenness, we get to carry His light into our city, our families, and beyond. Love moves when we live as His witnesses. 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.

Lead Pastor Tim Birdwell preaches on Denying self, mentioned in Luke 9:21-26, which is about surrendering your life to Jesus. When we let go of self, we gain Christ. And He is our greatest treasure. 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.

This Sunday, we got to hear from Pastor Nolan Tjaden from The Garden Church. He shared from John 18:17–18, reminding us that Jesus’ call to “feed His sheep” wasn’t just for Peter—it’s a call for us too, as His church and His disciples today. 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.

Today’s focus is on what it truly means to be a disciple of Jesus, not just in name but in the way we live and relate to others. At the heart of discipleship is the call to love one another as Jesus has loved us. This love is not abstract; it is made visible in the quality of our relationships, and one of the most powerful tools we have to shape those relationships is our words. 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.

With the start of a new sermon series, lead pastor Tim Birdwell preaches on what Jesus truly means when he tells the disciples to "Follow me". This sermon challenges the church attender to become the true meaning of a disciple of Christ. 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

Jeff Gokee from Phoenix/One, an organization that unifies the local church through care and connection, preaches on Matthew 28:19-20 and the great commission of going and sharing the gospel to our neighbors near and far.