The Loyalty Test: Following Christ Without Denial

In this week’s At The Well with Curtis, we continue the Jesus Said What? series by unpacking one of Jesus’ toughest teachings — the loyalty test. From Nicodemus’ late-night encounter with Jesus to Peter’s public denial, Pastor Curtis and Caleb talk through what it really means to be “born again” and how denying Christ is often more subtle than we think.Whether you’ve been walking with Jesus for decades or grew up in church without a “radical” conversion moment, this conversation will help you understand spiritual transformation as God’s work — and what faithful obedience looks like in everyday life.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:- Why being “born again” is a total work of God, not our effort.- How Nicodemus’ story reveals the difference between religion and regeneration.- The everyday ways we deny Christ — not just with words, but with choices.- The danger of mistaking good behavior for true transformation.- Encouragement for parents raising kids in the faith.- Why testimonies of lifelong faith are just as powerful as dramatic conversions.Memorable Quotes:“You can deny Christ every day by how you live.” – shared by Pastor Curtis“Being born again is 100% the work of God — not us.”“God hasn’t called everyone to be a pastor. But He has called everyone to be faithful where they are.”Resources & References:John 3:1–8 (Jesus and Nicodemus)Ezekiel 36:25–27 (God’s promise of spiritual renewal)Luke 18:9–14 (The Pharisee and the tax collector)Deuteronomy 6:4–9 (Teaching children God’s Word)Luke 15 (The lost sheep, coin, and son)Next Steps:- Subscribe to At The Well with Curtis wherever you listen to podcasts.- Share this episode with someone wrestling with what it means to be “born again.”- Join us in person: Bible study Sundays at 9:45 AM, worship at 11:00 AM, and Wednesdays at 6:00 PM.