Devotional written by Aaron GreenVerse: For though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have di...  Read More

Devotional written by Eric NidifferVerse:  “Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin, to see the plumb line in Zerubbabel’s hand.” Zechariah 4:10Thoughts: For...  Read More

Sermon Notes from Pastor Pete Keirstead's Message: “The Secret.”    Verse: Phil 4:12 (NIV) I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned “the secret” of being c...  Read More

Contentment – Devotional by Steve GriggVerse:  Ecclesiastes 6:9 Enjoy what you have rather than desiring what you don’t have.  Just dreaming about nice things is meaningless – like chasing the wind.Th...  Read More

Devotional by Tony TolvoFor where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. [Mat 6:21 KJV]Since we have been a part of the Thrive family for the past 5 years or so, I can always count on being ...  Read More

Fan or Follower of Jesus…by Rick McCotterVerse: 1 Samuel 15:22“What is more pleasing to the Lord; your burnt offerings and sacrifices or your obedience to His voice?  Listen!  Obedience is better than...  Read More

Devotional by Raquel Simmons“Better Together”There is a song by Jack Johnson called “Better Together,” and there’s a part in the song that I’ve always loved. It goes, “Love is the answer, at least for...  Read More

Praying the Scriptures : Pastor Pete KeirsteadResponsive Reading and Prayer for Spiritual Wisdom and Understanding:Verse: Proverbs 4:7 (MSG) Above all and before all, do this: Get Wisdom! Write this a...  Read More

Devotional by Samantha MoscaJesus said, “I am the light of the world he who follows me should not walk in darkness, but have the light of life” John 8:12 Jesus said, “Sit here while I go over there an...  Read More

Praying the Scriptures - The Lord's Prayer - Matthew 6: 9-13Verse: Our Father in heaven…Prayer:  You are our source, our confidant and ever constant companion. You are the breath in our lungs, our eve...  Read More

Praying the Beatitudes by Pete KeirsteadThe Beatitudes are meant to facilitate “introspective prayers”.  These are prayers that typically lead with questions. We are praying & asking God to test our h...  Read More

Vulnerability in Prayer by Marissa LeeWhen it comes to prayer, this can be a truly vulnerable moment for you with God. Sometimes it has this pressure that you put on yourself revolving around it. Some...  Read More