iDols || The Illusion of Power

Power is something we all want—whether we admit it or not—but not all power leads to life. In this message from the iDols series, Pastor TJ invites us to examine one of the most dangerous idols to take root in the church and in our hearts: the pursuit of human power over kingdom power. Through the story of King Saul and the contrast between earthly authority and God’s way, this message exposes how power rooted in the flesh distorts our hearts and fractures our faith. As you listen, you’ll encounter: How human power corrupts — discovering how pride, jealousy, anger, fear, and instability are often the byproducts of power disconnected from God’s Spirit. Why kingdom power is different — learning how Jesus models a power shaped by love, sacrifice, and surrender rather than control and intimidation. What the Holy Spirit empowers us to do — seeing how God’s power saves, transforms us to be like Christ, strengthens us to endure, overcomes fear, equips us to witness, and moves through miracles according to His will. With humor, honesty, and deeply personal stories, Pastor TJ challenges us to lay down our grip on control and trust the Spirit’s work even when outcomes don’t make sense. This message reminds us that the church does not advance through force or fear, but through faithfulness, obedience, and the power of God at work within His people. Listen now and consider where power has taken a seat in your life—and what it looks like to surrender the throne so God’s Kingdom can fully reign.