Dwelling Richly

12/09/2025

Welcome to "Philippians: Joyful & Steady" - First teaching session in this Bible study series! This is part 1 of "How to Study the Bible." First, some general principles, and then in part 2, specifics for studying and dwelling well through Philippians.
Do you ever feel stuck in your Bible study, unsure how to connect with God's Word in a meaningful way? Or perhaps you find yourself struggling to truly experience the freedom that Christ offers in your daily life? This message addresses those very challenges by diving into the book of Philippians, offering practical solutions for approaching scripture with intention and enthusiasm. You'll learn how grow spiritually by engaging with God's Word in a way that transforms you inside out. If you’re longing for a deeper connection with God and His truth, this message will guide you toward that freedom and understanding.

05/09/2025

This episode digs into a tough but real question: does God fight for us when we feel attacked or misrepresented? We walk through Scripture to understand God’s character, how to check our hearts, and why godly friendships and humility matter more than instant vindication. I share practical steps, key verses to meditate on, and encouragement to trust God’s timing while pursuing holiness. Let’s think it through together, pray, and keep seeking to live with the word of Christ dwelling in us richly.
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30/08/2025

Instead of simply telling a discouraged friend to "buck up" or "hang in there," remind them of God's past faithfulness. Open Psalm 103 and remember all of His benefits. Live out your faith now, empowered by the Holy Spirit. Have you felt this?

29/08/2025

Confidence should be rooted in the certainty of belonging to God through Christ. It's about approaching the throne of grace with boldness to receive mercy and find help when it's needed most. Don't lose that confidence.

28/08/2025

Life's best truly begins after death with Jesus. God allows the chance of evil for true love, giving humans the capacity to choose a real relationship with Him. Choosing Him brings radical assurance and confidence in His faithfulness. Watch the full message: https://youtu.be/XTRze469WMw?si=HZyszPnD5yA-unQ0

28/08/2025

This week’s message from Hebrews 10:32–39 carries a deeply personal note. Before the sermon, we sang “Walk by Calvary”—a song written by my dad, Dave Garrett. He wasn’t just a pastor; he was a songwriter who lived out Colossians 3:16, letting the Word of Christ dwell richly through hymns and spiritual songs. For me, his words are a heritage of faith, pointing me (and now all of us) back to the cross. He was about centering everything on Christ. I can’t think of a better way to step into Hebrews’ call to remember and endure than by remembering the faithfulness of God through the song of a man who lived it. This sermon is from the "Greater Than" series through Hebrews at La Mirada Christian Church. Listen to the complete series ‪‬
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The Dwelling Richly podcast and Bible study is for all to know and love God with heart, soul, mind, and strength. We enthusiastically and intentionally dwell in the Word and let the Word of Christ dwell in us richly. =========================================== MY CHURCH: La Mirada Church, https://www.lamiradachurch.com/
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28/08/2025

When anxious thoughts creep in at night, turn to faith instead of dwelling on worries. Recalling God's faithfulness can be a lifeline. Just as the tzitzit reminded Israel of God's commandments, tangible reminders can help in remembering, as forgetting is our default. Have you felt this?

20/08/2025

What if the scariest words in Hebrews are actually an act of mercy? “If we go on sinning deliberately…” (Hebrews 10:26–31) can sound like doom, but this passage is a loving shout of “Stop!” to hearts drifting toward an eyes-wide-open rejection of Jesus. In this message, we unpack what “sinning deliberately” really means (and what it doesn’t), why phrases like “trampled the Son of God” and “outraged the Spirit of grace” are so strong, and how this warning comforts the worried, confronts the casual, and equips the faithful. You’ll see the difference between a weak struggler who stumbles yet repents and a willful heart that treats the cross as common. You’ll also hear why this is not about losing salvation, but about refusing the only sacrifice that saves and why the “hands of the living God” are fierce with justice and fierce with grace. Come be sobered, steadied, and invited back to Jesus, His people, and a holy, hopeful life.
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08/08/2025

God's Word gives us the words to help when a friend is hurting 💕

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25/07/2025

What if life's biggest need isn't a quick fix? It’s easy to get caught up in wanting things *now*. But what if the deepest longing is for something more? What if it is a sense of peace that comes from within? Feeling like you're never enough? Like no matter how hard you try, you just can’t outrun guilt or find peace with God? In this message from Hebrews 10, we explore why all the sacrifices in the world - not bulls, goats, rituals, or even good deeds - could never do what Jesus did. This isn’t just theology; it’s the answer to your deepest need: to be fully justified, fully clean, and fully free.
Let’s talk about shadows, sacrifices, and the Savior who stretched out His arms to cover it all.
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24/07/2025

Sacrifices and rituals? They could never fully erase what Jesus did. It wasn't a subtle detail, but the *whole point*. Anything short of Christ is just a temporary fix. “Behold the lamb of God that takes away the sin of the world.” What a relief. He is worthy.

24/07/2025

What's the *one thing* standing between you and peace? Is it finances, relationships, or health? While those matter, there's something deeper. The greatest need isn't a quick fix, but being made right with God. That's the heart of the story. 🙏