Preston Trail Blog

The call to be all in is a personal one. It requires each of us to examine our hearts, to consider what we’re holding back, and to trust God with every area of our lives. As you reflect on this call, ...  Read More

To be "all-in" is not a halfway commitment; it demands our whole selves. It’s a call to live empowered by the Spirit, to bring courage to our convictions, and to embody our faith. The mission calls no...  Read More

Take time to consider your place in God’s epic narrative. Like Mary and Joseph, God calls us to roles that align with our unique gifts and circumstances. Whether big or small, each role has the potent...  Read More

At its core, gratitude is "our heartfelt response when someone does something good for us that we didn't deserve or expect." This definition highlights the elements of surprise and unmerited favor tha...  Read More

For many, life is marked by moments of sickness, loss, and heartache. Broken relationships strain our hearts; illnesses test our faith. It’s in these moments that we can feel most distant from God, wo...  Read More

God's justice is not an abstract concept, but a passionate concern for the vulnerable. He consistently calls out injustice against widows, orphans, immigrants, and the poor. Jesus continues this focus...  Read More

The world doesn't need more Christians defined primarily by their politics, their denomination, or their cultural preferences. It needs believers who find their primary identity in Christ and demonstr...  Read More

When we begin to grasp the height, depth, width, and breadth of Christ's love, it changes everything. It creates space in our hearts for God's presence and blessings. It leads to the full, free, and f...  Read More

So let us learn from Paul's example. Let us boast in our weaknesses, knowing that in them, Christ's power is made perfect. Let us trust that God's grace is sufficient for every thorn we face, every pr...  Read More

The purpose of the church—and by extension, our individual purpose—is twofold: to worship God and to serve others. This dual focus keeps us vertically aligned with God and horizontally connected with ...  Read More

Jesus intended the church to be a safe place for people to grow in grace. Grace, the unmerited and unconditional love of God, is demonstrated through Christ's life, death, and resurrection. It's withi...  Read More

Despite our imperfections, God chooses to use his people as vehicles for healing. If you've experienced healing through this or any church, give thanks. If you're still struggling with church hurt, br...  Read More