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Faith, Family & Depression — Loving Jesus. Getting Help. Walking Together. Two chairs by a window represent listening and companionship.

November 8, 2026

Loving Jesus Doesn’t Mean Your Family Won’t Struggle With Depression

How do we keep trusting God when someone we love is struggling with depression? Josh shares practical next steps for listening, seeking help, and walking together.

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Parent Toolkit: My Child Seems Depressed. Where Do I Start? A parent listens attentively to a teenager.

November 8, 2026

My Child Seems Depressed. Where Do I Start?

A practical, faith-filled starting point for parents who are worried about their child: how to begin a conversation, listen well, and seek appropriate help.

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October 15, 2026

How to Get Started With the Bible App

A simple guide to creating your account, adding trusted friends, choosing a Bible-centered Plan, and building a daily Scripture rhythm.

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September 18, 2026

I Don't Feel Seen At Church

What does it mean to feel seen at church—and how can we build the relationships we’re looking for?

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September 18, 2026

Who Is Jesus Really?

Jesus was full of grace and truth. What does that mean for how we know Him, follow Him, and love the people around us?

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September 16, 2026

Why Should I Serve In Church?

Serving is more than filling a spot. It’s a way to care for people, build relationships, and take part in the life of the church.

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September 15, 2026

Selfishness Is One Of The Biggest Love Killers

A reflection on selfishness, marriage, and learning to love others with humility.

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July 21, 2026

Does Baptism Save You?

What does the Bible say about baptism, salvation, and the next step of following Jesus?

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June 12, 2026

Passion Church Is Moving To Walkertown, NC — But Our Mission Is Staying The Same

An archived announcement about Passion’s move. Our current location is 4368 Stokesdale Avenue, Winston-Salem.

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May 26, 2026

Why Are So Many People Leaving The Church?

People leave churches for many reasons. How can we listen, care, and build a healthier church family?

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May 26, 2026

Good Sex???

A candid look at sex, relationships, and how faith shapes the way we live.

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May 22, 2026

Passion Church's God Sized Vision...

A look at Passion’s vision and the steps of faith we’re taking together.

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April 15, 2026

When You Mess Up...

People are watching how we lead—and how we respond when we get it wrong.

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March 11, 2026

How do we affect real change?

When the world’s problems feel overwhelming, three practical questions can help us focus our limited influence on what is important, immediate, and actually within reach.

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Grace and Truth... Which one actually matters more? article graphic

February 9, 2026

Grace and Truth... Which one actually matters more?

Grace and truth are not competing ideas. Jesus embodied both, showing us how to love people patiently while still leading them faithfully toward what is true.

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December 17, 2025

Who Is God?

A biblical introduction to God as Creator, Father, eternal, triune, sovereign, good, and present—and why our view of God shapes the way we live.

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Why So Many Churches in Kernersville & the Triad Are a Good Thing | Passion Church article graphic

December 17, 2025

Why So Many Churches in Kernersville & the Triad Are a Good Thing | Passion Church

Why churches of different sizes and styles are not competitors, but partners in reaching Kernersville and the greater Triad with the gospel.

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What Does Submission Really Mean? article graphic

December 10, 2025

What Does Submission Really Mean?

A careful biblical look at submission, mutual service, marriage, leadership, abuse, and what Christlike authority should—and should not—look like.

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November 28, 2025

Is the Bible reliable?

Why Passion Church trusts the Bible as God’s Word, how Scripture was preserved, and why our source of truth shapes the way we live.

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November 11, 2025

What does it mean to stand on Scripture?

Standing on Scripture requires more than quoting verses. It means knowing the Bible, living it faithfully, and leading with grace before speaking truth.

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November 6, 2025

Passion DNA

The biblical foundation, culture, mission, and relationships that define Passion Church—and how we live them beyond a Sunday service.

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August 30, 2025

How I prep my sermons

Pastor Josh shares his weekly sermon-preparation process: deep study, learning from others, prayer, worship, reflection, writing, and final review.

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Pre-Decide | Your Choices Shape Your Life | Passion Church Kernersville article graphic

July 14, 2025

Pre-Decide | Your Choices Shape Your Life | Passion Church Kernersville

How deciding your values and boundaries before pressure arrives can help you make wiser, more faithful choices when the moment comes.

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June 18, 2025

Made New: The Power and Purpose of Baptism

A biblical look at baptism as a commanded, faith-filled response to Jesus and a celebration of new life in Christ.

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April 30, 2025

Grace & Truth: The Heartbeat of Passion Church

Why Passion Church seeks to lead with grace, speak truth with love, and build relationships that help people experience lasting transformation.

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April 21, 2025

When Heaven Meets the Ordinary: The Power of Daily Prayer

Pastor Josh shares how daily prayer became an anchor through grief, change, and pressure—and offers a practical way to begin.

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April 21, 2025

UNshakable

Lessons from Daniel about trusting God, resisting compromise, and remaining faithful when culture and circumstances pressure us to bend.

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From the Park to a Packed House: 8 Months of God’s Faithfulness at Passion Church article graphic

April 12, 2025

From the Park to a Packed House: 8 Months of God’s Faithfulness at Passion Church

A look back at Passion Church’s first eight months—from meeting in a park to two services, baptisms, growth, and stories of changed lives.

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October 7, 2024

Live Your Passion?

What truly drives your life—and how Passion Church’s mission to reach people far from God gives purpose to everything we do.

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