In Galatians 5, Paul reminds us that our identity in Christ is received, not earned, and true freedom comes from surrendering control to God. When we try to manage everything ourselves, it leads to harmful behaviors and divisions. In contrast, living by the Spirit fills us with God’s transformative qualities—bringing a sense of peace, joy, patience, and a heart inclined towards goodness and kindness. These are not things we can achieve through effort but are gifts from God that flow naturally when we trust and surrender to Him. By letting go of our need for control, we allow God’s love to shape us and flow through us, guiding our lives in a more fulfilling way.
Pastor Andy Rock is the Senior Pastor of Coastal Community Church. It’s located in Grover Beach, CA, and serves communities across the central coast.
Join us online each week on Sunday morning at 9am for our weekly live stream. We also have two in-person services at 9am and 10:40am in our sanctuary.
Coastal Community Church is located at 1830 Farroll Road, Grover Beach, CA 93420.
For more information, visit our website: https://www.mycoastal.org
Online giving and tithe: https://www.mycoastal.org/give