NEXT Move - Dr. Anita

About this sermon

Next Move by Dr. Anita Phillips explores the biblical narrative of the barren fig tree cursed by Jesus, drawing parallels between the tree's inability to bear fruit and humanity's struggles with fear, anxiety, and a transactional relationship with God. She explains how stress arises from external demands exceeding internal capacity and connects the fig tree's problem to the first fig tree in Genesis, representing humanity's fall from grace through not adhering to God's word and refusing accountability. The sermon then outlines three "next moves" for believers: returning to God's purpose, embracing vulnerability covered by Jesus's sacrifice, and trusting the process of spiritual growth—likened to composting—which transforms past experiences into hope. Ultimately, "Next Move"encourages a shift from "what if" to "even if" faith, emphasizing that true fruitfulness stems from internal transformation and unwavering trust in God's goodness, regardless of life's challenges. Don’t forget to share with a friend, and be sure to subscribe to our ONE channel for ongoing inspiration and encouragement. ------------------------- We’d love to connect with you! To learn more about our movement, visit one.online ------------------------- To learn more about the organizations we have partnered with or if you are need of resources visit: https://www.one.online/outreach Want to support this ministry? Text ONE to (833) 313-4483 or visit https://www.one.online/give FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL: https://oneonline.link/instagram https://oneonline.link/facebook https://oneonline.link/TikTok https://oneonline.link/twitter