Devoted Through The Difficult

What keeps us committed to one another in Christian fellowship—even when it’s hard? In this message from Romans 12:12, Pastor Steven Pettis walks us through two powerful truths at the heart of a Spirit-filled community: rejoicing in hope and persevering in tribulation. These are not private virtues—they are public evidence of our devotion to Christ and one another.

Hope is not wishful thinking. It is spiritual confidence in the promises of God. And in the messiness of church life, that hope must anchor our joy and fuel our endurance. Whether you’ve been overlooked, hurt, or stretched in fellowship, this sermon reminds us that our devotion to each other is rooted in something greater than convenience—it is sustained by Christ Himself.

Discover how a rejoicing hope and a persevering spirit mark the true evidence of a life surrendered to God, empowered by the Spirit, and devoted to His people—even through the difficult