Transformation over Progress | Ben Stewart | Mountain Springs Church // SERVICE

We believe following Jesus should make us stronger… So why do so many of us still feel stuck? In Part 3 of The Expectation Gap series, Ben Stewart walks through the story of Peter stepping out onto the water and unpacks the quiet disappointment many Christians carry: “I thought I’d be further along by now.” This message is a powerful reminder that the Christian life was never meant to be driven by shame, comparison, pressure, or performance. It’s about transformation through Jesus — not trying harder to fix yourself. In this message, we unpack: Why comparison quietly kills spiritual transformation The danger of living under false expectations God never gave you How shame and self-condemnation keep your eyes off Jesus What Peter walking on water actually reveals about faith Why Jesus is more focused on transformation than performance How worship changes the way we experience spiritual growth What it means that Jesus is the author and perfecter of your faith If you’ve been discouraged, spiritually exhausted, struggling with anxiety, or wondering why growth feels slower than expected… this message is for you. 📍 Mountain Springs Church | Colorado Springs 📖 Key Scriptures: Matthew 14:22–33, Matthew 8:23–27, Hebrews 12:2 __ Want to learn more about Mountain Springs Church? Let’s connect. ► Website: http://mountainsprings.church ► Facebook:   / mountainspringschurch   ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mountainspr... ► New to MSC: http://mountainsprings.church/next-st... ► Submit a prayer request: https://mountainsprings.church/prayer... Mountain Springs Church is a nondenominational church in Colorado Springs, CO. We’re a community of Jesus followers passionate about transforming lives—from neighborhoods to the nations—by the power of God’s love. Our heart is to empower God’s people to restore the world, living lives marked by faith, freedom, and purpose. No matter where you’re at in your journey, you’re welcome here. #ColoradoSpringsChurch #Hope #FromNeighborhoodsToNations #EmpoweredToRestore