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Spiritual warfare is one of the most misunderstood topics in the Christian life. In Part 1 of Understanding Spiritual Warfare, Ps Dev unpacks what the Bible really teaches, helping us stand with confidence in Christ's victory rather than fear or confusion.

The longer shame remains hidden, the stronger its hold can become. In Part 2 of Facing Shame, Ps Dev shares how bringing our shame into the light, taking ownership, and finding belonging help us break free from shame and walk in restoration.

Shame has a way of distorting how we see ourselves, our past, and our future. In Part 1 of Facing Shame, Ps Dev explores the difference between conviction and condemnation, and how God's mercy brings restoration where shame once held us captive.

We often focus on where we are going, but rarely stop to consider where we are coming from. In this message, Ps Dev explores how the beliefs, habits, and influences that shape us can either help or hinder our growth, and why fixing our "from" is essential to moving forward well.

Saying no is rarely easy, but not every opportunity, desire, or distraction deserves a yes. In Part 2 of this series, Ps Dev explores how the right no may bring temporary pain, but ultimately leads to greater gain.

The direction of our lives is often determined by the things we say yes to. In Part 1 of this series, Ps Dev shares the power of intentional choices and how the right 'yes' can lead to greater purpose, growth, and a deeper walk with God.

In Part 3 of Above All Else, Ps Dev unpacks the danger of a divided heart through the parable of the sower and the soil among the thorns. This message challenges us to recognise the distractions and competing priorities that can slowly choke what God is trying to grow in our lives.

In Part 2 of Above All Else, Ps Dev continues unpacking the parable of the sower, focusing on the shallow soil and what it reveals about a heart that struggles to take root. This message challenges us to move beyond surface-level response and develop a depth that remains steady through every season.

In Part 1 of the Above All Else series, Ps Dev begins unpacking the parable of the sower, starting with the soil of the path — a picture of a hard heart. This message challenges us to recognise the ways our hearts can become resistant and how to guard against it so God’s Word can truly take root.

Jesus is risen — and everything has changed.In this Resurrection Sunday message, Ps Dev unpacks the power of the risen Christ to transform the painful areas of our lives, giving us real hope and a faith-filled future.

How does someone with no claim to freedom walk out free? In this Good Friday message, Ps Dev unpacks a powerful picture of grace and the life-changing reality of Jesus taking our place.

Fear shows up in all of our lives, but it is never meant to rule us. In this message, Ps Dev encourages us on how to respond to fear so we can move forward in faith.

Growing in maturity requires consistency in the small, everyday choices we make. In this message, Ps Dev unpacks five things that lead to lasting growth.

There are some things that we need to grow out of if we’re going to move forward in our faith and in our life. In this message, Ps Dev unpacks how to take ownership of growing in spiritual maturity.

Divine Favour is on the righteous, this is a free gift from God because there's nothing that we can do to earn it. However, there is also a part that we play in living in Divine Favour. In this message, Ps Dev explores two heart postures that release God's favour as we submit to Him.

Living in divine favour isn’t something we've earned — it’s made possible through Jesus. In this message, Ps Dev explores how Christ made a way for us to live under God’s grace and divine favour.

Divine favour is God’s grace at work in our lives. In this message, Ps Dev unpacks what divine favour is — and what it isn’t — helping us understand it rightly so we can walk humbly, trust God deeply, and live aligned with His purposes.

Vision brings clarity and direction to our lives. Speaking from Habakkuk 2, Ps Dev lays the foundation for why vision matters and how it empowers us to live with purpose and to move forward with confidence.

God-opportunities strengthen what we’re building, while the wrong opportunities distract us from it. As the series concludes, Ps Dev shares how to discern the difference and make the most of every opportunity.

Every day holds opportunities and in this message, Ps Dev teaches us how to recognise a God-opportunity and then make the most of it by responding with faith, divine wisdom, and obedience.

Life gets busy quickly, and without intentional space we can lose sight of what matters most. In this message, Ps Dev challenges us to intentionally create margin so that we can hear God clearly and avoid being driven by hurry.

Time is one of the greatest gifts we’ve been given — and how we use it shapes the life we live. In this message, Ps Dev lays the foundation for learning how to live with intention, wisdom and purpose.