Are your choices building the life God has called you to live, or slowly tearing it apart? In this message, Youth Pastor Caleb Miles challenges us to examine how pride, fear, disobedience, and self-destructive habits can damage the very things God is building in our lives. Through the story of King Saul, we're reminded of the dangers of compromise, making excuses, and allowing our own desires to take the lead.

God isn't finished working in us, but we have to be willing to surrender, take responsibility, and allow Him to transform our hearts. Are you allowing God to build, or are you tearing it down with your own hands?

Scripture References: Galatians 5:19–21; 1 Samuel 15:13–15; 1 Peter 5:8; Proverbs 14:1; Jeremiah 29:11; Psalm 139:23; 1 Corinthians 10:23; Matthew 7:13.

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We made it to DAY 41! But what happens now?

For the past 40 days, we've committed to walking, listening, praying, and intentionally making room for Jesus. But the goal was never simply to complete 40 miles or listen to 40 devotionals. It was to build a relationship with Jesus and develop habits that carry into Day 41 and beyond.

In this final episode, Veronica Ratzlaff shares how the challenge has impacted her own daily routine and offers practical ways to continue growing in your walk with Jesus.

SO WHAT'S NEXT? HERE ARE 5 WAYS TO KEEP GOING!

1. START THE CHALLENGE AGAIN!

All 40 devotionals will remain available on the Cross Point Church app and podcast. Start over, revisit your favorites, or invite someone new to join you! God's Word can speak to us differently in different seasons.

2. KEEP LISTENING TO SERMONS.

Catch up on weekly Cross Point Church sermons or explore other Scripture-centered teaching.

Some recommendations:

• Cross Point Church Podcast

• Social Dallas

• Lakepointe Church

• Netcast Church

• Harris Creek Baptist Church

3. FIND BIBLICAL PODCASTS YOU ENJOY.

Whether you're walking, driving, getting ready, or doing chores, use that time to fill your mind with conversations that encourage spiritual growth.

Some favorites:

• Live Free with Josh Howerton

• WHOA That's Good

• The Jamie and Donna Winship Podcast

• The Jennie Allen Podcast

4. LISTEN TO GOD'S WORD.

Use the YouVersion Bible App to listen to Scripture, explore Bible reading plans, or find a faith-based book on Audible. And don't forget to make room for silence, prayer, and listening to God!

5. CREATE YOUR OWN CHALLENGE.

Keep walking, start journaling, memorize Scripture, set aside daily Bible reading time, pray with your family, or find someone to study Scripture with. Find a rhythm that helps you intentionally pursue Jesus every day.

SCRIPTURE TO CARRY FORWARD:

• Hebrews 12:1–2 — Run with endurance, keeping your eyes on Jesus.

• Isaiah 40:31 — Those who wait on the Lord will renew their strength.

• James 1:12 — Remain steadfast through trials.

• Romans 12:2 — Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.

Whether you completed every day, missed a few, or are just getting started, don't stop here.

The challenge may be ending, but your walk with Jesus is just getting started.

Keep walking. Keep praying. Keep reading. Keep listening. Keep drawing near.

40 DAYS WAS THE CHALLENGE. DAY 41 IS THE MISSION.

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Join us for Day 40 of the 40 Day Challenge as Wade Woods shares a devotional on Don’t Stop Here — The Beginning.

As you walk or run your mile today, allow God’s Word to encourage, challenge, and draw you closer to Him. Our prayer is that these daily devotionals have helped you build a lasting rhythm of spending time with Jesus every day and that Day 40 isn’t where that rhythm ends.

Speaker: Wade Woods

Day 40 Focus: KEEP GOING, The challenge is over. The lifestyle is just beginning.

Topic: Don’t Stop Here — The Beginning

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Join us for Day 39 of the 40 Day Challenge as Shari Cook shares a devotional on Being Led Every Day.

As you walk or run your mile today, allow God’s Word to encourage, challenge, and draw you closer to Him. Our prayer is that these daily devotionals help you build a lasting rhythm of spending time with Jesus every day.

Speaker: Shari Cook

Week 6 Focus: WALK BY THE SPIRIT, We don’t do this alone.

Topic: Being Led Every Day

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Join us for Day 38 of the 40 Day Challenge as Rod Corder shares a devotional on Bearing Spiritual Fruit.

As you walk or run your mile today, allow God’s Word to encourage, challenge, and draw you closer to Him. Our prayer is that these daily devotionals help you build a lasting rhythm of spending time with Jesus every day.

Speaker: Rod Corder

Week 6 Focus: WALK BY THE SPIRIT, We don’t do this alone.

Topic: Bearing Spiritual Fruit

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Join us for Day 37 of the 40 Day Challenge as Deevala Miles shares a devotional on Hearing His Voice.

As you walk or run your mile today, allow God’s Word to encourage, challenge, and draw you closer to Him. Our prayer is that these daily devotionals help you build a lasting rhythm of spending time with Jesus every day.

Speaker: Deevala Miles

Week 6 Focus: WALK BY THE SPIRIT, We don’t do this alone.

Topic: Hearing His Voice

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What does it truly mean to be born again? And what does it look like to live a life led by the Holy Spirit?

As we close out our 41 series, we're reminded that following Jesus is more than changing our habits or trying harder to be better. It's about being made new through Him.

Through John 3 and Galatians 5, we explore what it means to be born of the Spirit, turn away from the desires of the flesh, and allow the Holy Spirit to transform the way we think, live, and walk.

The 40 day challenge may be coming to an end, but a life transformed by Jesus is just beginning.

Don't stop at 40. Keep walking in the Spirit.

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Join us for Day 36 of the 40 Day Challenge as Wade Woods shares a devotional on Depending on the Holy Spirit.

As you walk or run your mile today, allow God’s Word to encourage, challenge, and draw you closer to Him. Our prayer is that these daily devotionals help you build a lasting rhythm of spending time with Jesus every day.

Speaker: Wade Woods

Week 6 Focus: WALK BY THE SPIRIT, We don’t do this alone.

Topic: Depending on the Holy Spirit

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