When life gets confusing or a little too heavy, it is normal to start asking quiet questions. Where can I find peace? Who really understands what I am going through? As we move through February, winter still hangs on, but little signs of spring are starting to show. This shift brings space to slow down and think deeply. In Week 4 of our “The Jesus I Need” series, Richie Brown reminded us that the help we really need does not always look the way we expect. Sometimes we look for a rescue, but what we find is someone who chooses to stay, no matter what. That is where Jesus comes in. That is what this week has been about at Amarillo Fellowship Church, seeing Jesus not as we imagine Him, but as He really is.
Wanting a Savior Who Understands
When we are hurting, scared, or unsure what to do next, we do not want cold answers or quick fixes. We want someone who understands us. That is why it matters so much that Jesus did not stay far away. He chose to come near.
Jesus lived through the rough stuff that we go through. He knew what it felt like to be tired, to be left out, to feel pressure building up around Him. That is not just a nice idea, it is something we can hold close. He is not distant. He is familiar with what real life feels like. Because of that, He is able to be patient with us in our hurt, not irritated by our struggle. When we picture a Savior who truly sees us, that is the Jesus we are talking about.
This kind of love changes how we respond to hard days. We do not need to fix everything. We can simply show up, bringing our real feelings and real lives to someone who has already been where we are.
Looking for Strength When We Are Weak
Some seasons are just tough. Things break, people let us down, and life does not follow the plan. Sometimes the weight of it all makes us feel like we cannot keep going, not on our own anyway.
That is where Jesus steps in again. He does not promise to take away every problem or fix it all in a moment. But He does promise to walk through it with us. He does not leave us alone in it, and we do not have to pretend to be strong when we are not.
We need a steady hand when ours are shaking. We need peace when everything else feels loud and messy. Jesus brings strength that holds us up, not by pushing us harder, but by leaning in and helping us breathe through the pressure. When we stop trying to carry everything by ourselves and let Him carry it with us, something shifts inside. Things might still be hard, but we do not have to be hopeless.
Needing Purpose in the Middle of Everyday Life
It is easy to think Jesus only fits into big spiritual moments, like on Sundays or during holidays. When we stop and look around, we find that He actually shows up more often in the quiet, regular parts of the week.
Jesus cares about all of it. The morning routines, the school drop-offs, the quiet workdays, and ordinary dinners, He is there. He is not just someone watching from the side. He gives meaning to what feels small. He teaches us how to love when no one is watching, how to listen better, and how to serve even when we are tired.
We offer Sunday services both on campus and live online, making it possible for our church family to connect in different ways. Whether people are able to attend in person or need to join from home, they can be part of community worship and experience the message together, no matter the season.
When we let Him be part of our everyday life, something changes. Even the little things start to matter more. When our plans feel out of place or we are not sure what comes next, Jesus shows us that faith is not about having everything figured out. It is about walking with Him one step at a time.
Trusting the Right Version of Jesus
Sometimes, we picture Jesus in ways that do not match up with who He really is. Maybe we were taught to see Him as strict or only interested in rule-following. Maybe we have been told He only helps people who have it all together.
But when we set aside those ideas and open up the Bible, we find someone completely different, a Jesus full of grace, full of truth, and full of kindness. He was never afraid of messy people or complicated stories. He welcomed them.
It helps to notice where our view of Jesus might have gotten off track. When we expect Him to be cold or distant, we miss out. When we think we have to earn His love or prove ourselves, we stay exhausted. When we return to who He really is, we find someone steady and trustworthy.
Reading His words, paying attention to how He treated people, and listening closely during quiet moments can help us build a clearer picture. It helps us trust Him more deeply when life is not going the way we hoped.
The Jesus Who Stays with Us
We do not have to be perfect to stay close to Jesus. We do not have to hide our mess or clean up before we talk to Him. He is not scared off by our questions or our doubts. He is the kind of Savior who stays.
No matter what season we are in, whether it is a bright season or one that feels slow and gray, Jesus is with us. He is not waiting at the finish line, not standing off to the side, but walking right beside us.
We value creating real connection, offering small groups and Bible study for all ages throughout the week. These groups help people deepen their faith and share life with others who are walking through similar seasons.
There is comfort in knowing we do not have to go searching for someone who understands or beg for enough strength to get through the day or wonder whether our regular life matters. Jesus is already all of those things.
Walking Forward Together
This week, as winter begins to shift and the days slowly grow lighter, we are holding onto that truth. The Jesus we need is not far away. He is close, with open hands and a steady heart, walking with us wherever we are.
No matter where you are in your faith or what kind of week you have had, Jesus meets you right there. At Amarillo Fellowship Church, we are continuing to grow as a place where real life and real faith come together in meaningful ways. If you are looking for a deeper connection or a place to feel seen and heard, we would love to walk alongside you. You can get involved at Amarillo Fellowship Church and reach out to us anytime.