Authentic Church with Pastor Bobby Chandler

There are moments in life that change everything — if you don’t miss them.In this message, we look at the story of Zacchaeus, a broken and rejected man who was willing to do whatever it took to see Jesus. He pushed through the crowd, climbed a tree, and ignored what people thought — because he refused to miss the moment.When Jesus stopped and called him by name, everything changed.The same is true for you.No matter your past, your mistakes, or your shame — Jesus sees you, knows you, and wants you. The question is: will you respond, or will you miss your moment?
Key Scripture:Luke 19:1–10

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ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

Sometimes the hardest moments in life are when God feels distant. When prayers seem unanswered, when pain lingers, and when silence fills the space — it can feel like God has abandoned you.In this Resurrection Sunday message, we look at the journey of Jesus and how He experienced betrayal, loneliness, and suffering. Through the story of the Last Supper, the Garden of Gethsemane, and the cross, we discover that feeling abandoned does not mean God has left you.Jesus understands your pain. He was forsaken by people, but never abandoned by the Father. And because of the resurrection, we can trust that even in silence, God is still working.If you’re walking through a difficult season, this message will remind you that God is near — even when He feels far.Key Scriptures:
Matthew 27:45–46, 
Luke 22:39–46
, Psalm 22
, Hebrews 13:5

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Palm Sunday started with praise… but ended with pressure.In this message, we look at the moment Jesus rode into Jerusalem and the crowd shouted “Hosanna,” only to reject Him days later. The same voices that praised Him also carried expectations. Jesus faced the pressure of approval, yet chose obedience to God over pleasing people.Many of us live the same way today — chasing likes, approval, and validation. But when we live for people, we become trapped by their opinions. True peace comes when we stop living for the praise of people and start living for the praise of God.This message will help you break free from comparison, social pressure, and fear of what others think — and learn to walk confidently in God’s purpose for your life.Key Scriptures:
Luke 19:39–44, 
John 12:17–18
, Galatians 1:10 GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.

Anxiety isn’t always the problem — sometimes it’s a signal.In this message, we close out the Unfollow Fear series by looking at how anxiety forms when we carry things God never asked us to carry. Through the story of the rich young ruler and the life of Paul, we learn that anxiety often grows when our security is misplaced, our hearts are divided, or we refuse to release control.God’s peace doesn’t always remove the weight — sometimes He gives grace to carry it.If you’ve been battling anxiety, overthinking, or feeling overwhelmed, this message will help you learn how to release the weight and trust God with what you can’t control.Key Scriptures:
Philippians 4:6-7
, Matthew 19:16-2
2, Corinthians 12:7-10 GIVING To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://authenticchurch.com/give GET CONNECTED Ready to check out Authentic Church in person? We can't wait to meet you in person. Simply fill out the form below and we'll make sure to give you the VIP treatment upon your first visit. https://authenticchurch.com/plan-a-visit ABOUT AUTHENTIC CHURCH Authentic Church exists so that people will have an authentic encounter with God, be set free, and grow in Christ. Our mission is to help each person at Authentic believe in Jesus, belong to family, inspire true worship, walk in God's Spirit, and build the kingdom of God.0:00 Intro1:45 Series Recap (Fear & Worry)3:10 Philippians 4 Peace Explained6:30 God’s Peace in Problems8:20 Fighting Anxiety Introduction10:30 Anxiety Rooted in Fear of Loss15:40 Rich Young Ruler Breakdown22:10 Misplaced Security26:20 Divided Heart30:30 Refusing to Release Control34:10 Paul’s Thorn Explained39:00 The Weight Illustration42:00 Letting God Carry the Weight45:00 Invitation & Prayer

Worry whispers lies about a future that hasn’t even happened yet.
In this message from the Unfollow Fear series, Pastor Bobby Chandler explains how worry quietly steals your peace, distracts you from what matters most, and keeps you trapped in fear.
Jesus told His followers not to worry about tomorrow because our Heavenly Father already knows what we need. Instead of letting worry control our thoughts, the Bible teaches us to bring everything to God in prayer and trust Him with the future.
If you’ve been struggling with anxiety, stress, or fear about what’s ahead, this message will help you break free from the worry trap and experience the peace that only God can give.
Key Scriptures:
Luke 12:22-32
Philippians 4:6-7
Matthew 11:28
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