What do I do when I'm actually triggered? How do I choose my response instead of defaulting to my reaction?

In this message, we dive into Romans 12:2, where Paul isn't just suggesting behavior modification. He's inviting us into complete transformation through the power of Jesus' death and resurrection.

We discover that between every stimulus and response, there's a space. And in that space is your freedom. Your response-ability — the ability to choose your response.

We explore how the our natural pattern keeps us stuck: react immediately, protect yourself, get even, hold grudges, let emotions control you. But transformation offers something radically different: the power to pause, think, observe God's truth, and proceed with wisdom.

Through the STOP method, we learn practical steps for choosing our response in real-time. We see how Jesus modeled this perfectly at the cross—facing ultimate triggers without losing His identity because He was secure in the Father.

The gospel connection is powerful: The cross breaks the pattern's power over you. The resurrection gives you NEW power to change. You're not trying to transform through willpower—you're accessing resurrection power that's already yours through the Holy Spirit.