Life Church St Louis Podcast: Recent Episodes
Pastor Dan Walker
What is Judgement Day? Judgement Day is the most important day in every human being's existence. It will determine where and how you will spend eternity. Jesus taught extensively on Judgement Day and we're going to study one of His parables in this message. Learn how you can prepare for Judgement Day.
Many people wonder about the purpose of life. They ask, why am I here on this planet? Without purpose, life is meaningless. Everyone is looking for purpose in their lives. In this message, we're going to look at two foundational purposes from the teaching of Jesus that God has for every person.
Many people have the question of what they need to give up to follow Jesus. Some think that all you need to do is pray a simple prayer. Others think that you need to give up certain sins. While yet others believe you must give up everything to follow Jesus. Who is right? In this message, we look at what Jesus Himself taught on what it means to follow Him.
Almost everyone prays when they are in trouble, even if they do not pray at other times. Yet, for many people, their prayers go unanswered. This causes some people to become angry at God and others to give up praying completely. God wants to answer your prayers. In this message, we look at Jesus' teaching on how to see more of your prayers answered.
Many people think of heaven as simply the place that believers go to when they die. Heaven is the place where God's will is being done, which is the kingdom of God. Jesus taught that the kingdom of heaven is breaking into our world in many different ways. The kingdom of God is already in our midst. However, the fullness of the kingdom is not yet here. Heaven will fully come to earth at Jesus' return. Learn the impact of Jesus' teaching on the kingdom in this mind expanding message.
This is the first message in our You Have to Fight series about the power of prayer. God's Word for His people in 2023 is that You Have to Fight. Too long have many believers been passive in spiritual warfare. In order for Satan to be defeated and revival to come to our city, we have to fight in prayer. Start your New Year off right with God's encouragement and direction.
Christmas is the time when we celebrate God Himself taking on human form. Jesus, the Son of God, chose to leave heaven and His divine attributes to come to this earth on a rescue mission. Jesus came to destroy the works of Satan and to bring manyi children into God's family. This message on the familiar Christmas story will help you see the miracle of Christmas in an entirely new light.
The Lord's will is that no person should perish in hell. Yet , the default destination for every person is to perish and most will according to Jesus. God calls on those who are followers of Jesus to prepare people to believe in Jesus. In this message, we learn lessons from God's preparation of John the Baptist that can help us fulfill our mission in life.
The supernatural is something that happens beyond scientific understanding, that is a miracle. God has always been a supernatural God who continually does miracles in our world. God does His supernatural work through angels and the Holy Spirit in our world. God desires for you and me to be involved in His supernatural work through the power of the Holy Spirit.
You may feel insignificant as only one of the world's eight billion people. Yet, God loves to bless those who are the unlikely. He chooses those who look to Him rather than to their own strength. He chooses those deemed insignificant by the world to be world and eternity changers.
Luke 1:5-25 - As we enter the Christmas season, we are reminded of God's amazing plan to send Jesus to save the world. Just as God had an amazing plan for Jesus, so He has an amazing plan for your life.
Not only does He have a plan, but He desires to show you that plan and help you accomplish it. Learn how you can cooperate with God's amazing plan.
Luke 17:1-19 - Everyone is a slave or servant of one of two things. Either you are a slave of sin or you are a slave of righteousness. Those who are servants of sin are in bondage to sin. Those who are servants of righteousness, that is Jesus, are free and joyful. Learn the three secrets that Jesus taught about living as His joyful servant.
Luke 16:19-31 - What happens when you die is a very important question. There are many different answers given by different religions and churches. The Bible, however, gives a very clear answer to this question. And the Bible's answer is not the one that most people think.
In this message we look at the teaching of Jesus on what happens when you die and enter into eternity. Your destination in eternity is dependent on the choices you make in this life.
Luke 16:1-18 - Many people desire to be blessed financially, but they follow their own plans for their money. God's Word teaches us that God is the one who gives finances and owns your finances.
God has made you a manager of His money that is in your bank account. When you manage money according to God's plan, He will bless you and meet all your needs. Learn from the teaching of Jesus about God's plan for your finances.
Luke 15:1-32 - Most people are pursuing happiness in their lives. However, happiness is a feeling dependent on outward circumstances which go up and down. God's Word tells us about the possibility of having a joy that is not dependent on external circumstances, it is a joy that comes through a relationship with Jesus Christ.
This joy can enable you to rejoice no matter what trials you may be going through in life. Once you have this joy, you will desire to spread it to others who are lost, but are longing to be found and have a joyful life.
Luke 14:16-35 - In this message, we learn what Jesus taught about following him. Most people's ideas of what following Jesus means are completely wrong. Most people who think they are following Jesus aren't.
Jesus taught that in order to be His disciple, a person must renounce or give up everything they have. To have the blessing of the Kingdom in this life and the next requires 100% commitment to Jesus. Are you ready to make that commitment? Count the cost.
Luke 14:1-14 - Your values in life will determine your thoughts, actions and priorities. Good values lead to a fulfilling life of carrying out God's purposes. Bad values lead to a self-defeating life that often leads to disaster. In this message, you will learn from Jesus about some of the things He values. As you discover how to have the same values as Jesus in your life, you will grow in living out the dream God has for you.
Luke 13:18-35 - Repentance is one of the most important words in the Bible. Without repentance a person cannot be saved. Without continual repentance, a believer cannot continue to grow spiritually. Repentance is not just saying sorry to God for your sins, it is much deeper. True repentance is the key to beginning a relationship with God and growing in the relationship.
Repentance in the Bible means to change one's thinking and to turn around. To repent is first of all to recognize that what you have done is sin. Then you make the choice to turn away from that sin and follow God's ways for your life. True repentance is turning away from idols and choosing to worship God alone with your life.
Luke 13:1-16 - Repentance is one of the most important words in the Bible. Without repentance a person cannot be saved. Without continual repentance, a believer cannot continue to grow spiritually. Repentance is not just saying sorry to God for your sins, it is much deeper. True repentance is the key to beginning a relationship with God and growing in the relationship.
Repentance in the Bible means to change one's thinking and to turn around. To repent is first of all to recognize that what you have done is sin. Then you make the choice to turn away from that sin and follow God's ways for your life. True repentance is turning away from idols and choosing to worship God alone with your life.
Luke 12:42-58 - The times in which we are living present unprecedented dangers and opportunities. This message looks at Jesus' teaching on how to understand our times. We are living in the last days, 2000 years closer to Jesus' return than the disciples' time.
Are things going to get better or worse? Jesus clearly teaches that things are going to get both better and worse before He returns. There will be increasing division between people according to Jesus. We must live in such a way to be ready for Jesus' return, which could be at any moment.
Luke 12:22-40 - Worry and stress are at all-time high levels in America at this time. The compounded stress of two years of COVID interrupting our lives has taken a toll. Then we have the added stress of the Ukraine war with Russia, inflation, border security, rising crime and political divisions.
In this message, we look at Jesus' teaching on worry. Worry comes from having the wrong priorities in life. Learn the secret of having the right priorities in life and you will have no need to worry. Imagine what life would be like if you eliminated all worry and anxiety. This message will give you keys to a worry-free life of joy.
Luke 12:1-21 - Fear and worry plague the lives of many people. Jesus teaches that when you fear God, you need not fear anything else. When you fear only God, He promises to take care of every need you may have.
In this message, you will learn the secret to living fearlessly as a child of God. The key is to focus on the eternal rather than the temporal that you see around you. A focus on eternity will change your life here and now, as well as prepare you for eternal life.
Luke 11:37-54 - Our world is a battle between God's truth and Satan's lies. The church of Jesus Christ teaches the truth about God's Word and Jesus, who is the truth. Unfortunately, there are many false teachers and prophets in our time.
The Scripture warns us to beware the lies of false teachers. In this message, we look at the Bible to help us identify and avoid false teaching of all kinds. False teachers have infiltrated the church, our education system and our government. We must learn to expose the lies of the enemy with the truth of God.
Luke 11:14-36 - Everyone person is involved in a battle between God and Satan and you are the target. In the message, we will study Jesus' most extensive teaching on the operation of demons in the world. Learn how to win in the battle with demonic forces, human opposition and the battle within. You can win the battles of life with God's help.
Luke 10:38-11:13 - Spiritual growth is an essential part of your relationship with God. In this message, we look at three secrets that Jesus reveals in Luke 10-11. Discover the connection between three sections in this passage. Jesus' startling conclusion gives us the ultimate secret for spiritual growth.
Luke 10:25-37 - God has placed in the heart of every person the desire to live forever. Each person's spirit will exist forever in one of two eternal states, eternal life or eternal death. Your decision in this life will determine your eternal destiny.
While most people think they have eternal life and are going to heaven, Jesus taught otherwise. He taught that most people do not have eternal life and are headed for eternity without God in hell. Learn how you can receive eternal life and be assured of your eternal destiny.
Luke 10:13-24 - Jesus said that He was the only way to God, the only way to be saved, the only way to heaven. Yet, many people believe that all religions are ways to God. In fact, the majority of people who claim to be Christians wrongly believe there are many ways to God.
In this message, we look at what Jesus had to say about why He was the only way. To believe in Jesus and truly be a Christian, one must believe in the Jesus of the Bible. One must believe in the Gospel of the kingdom in order to be saved. One cannot believe there are many ways to God and be a Christian.
Luke 9:57-10:12 - In our world today, we have a lot of confused people, confused about who they are. We have men thinking that they are women and vice versa. We have the majority of Americans thinking they're Christians, but many do not even know how to become one according to the Bible.
In this message, we look at what Jesus himself said about becoming his disciple or follower. It was not as easy as what some of the people thought. Learn some of the shocking statements Jesus made about being His disciple, a Christian.
Luke 9:37-56 - The values of the Kingdom of God are opposite the values of the world. All of us have a strong tendency to follow worldly values. The problem is that when we follow worldly values, it robs us of blessing and brings judgement into our lives.
In this message, we look at Jesus' disciples following worldly values and failing multiple times. You can learn from Jesus' training of His disciples how you can avoid their mistakes and live in God's blessing and power.
Luke 9:18-35 - The Old Testament prophesied that a Messiah was coming to save the world, but nothing happened for thousands of years. Then a man named Jesus came and His followers became convinced that He was the prophesied Messiah. The Jews today are still looking for the Messiah to come.
However, the followers of Jesus worshipped Him as the Messiah. In this message, we will study God's Word to answer the question "Is Jesus the Messiah?" Having the right answer to that question will change your life forever.
- This message begins a new series called Doing What Jesus Did. Jesus did three main things in His ministry, teaching the gospel of the kingdom, healing the sick and casting out demons.
Many people believe that we can't do what Jesus did. However, Jesus not only promised that all His followers could do the same things, He commanded us to do the same things. Build your faith with this encouraging message.
Luke 8:40-56 - Being a father in today's world is a great privilege and a great responsibility. In this Father's Day message we study the story of a father who was in a tragic and seemingly hopeless situation with his daughter. Yet, we'll learn that with Jesus, nothing is impossible. Discover how you can replace fear and worry with faith in Jesus in your difficult or hopeless situations.
Luke 8:21-39 - Each person lives in two world, the seen and the unseen. Within the unseen world there is a cosmic battle between the kingdom of God and Satan's domain of darkness that affects everyone. In this message, you will learn how Jesus defeated the enemy. By following His example, you also can gain the victory over the enemy in your life.
Luke 8:1-18 - Everyone would like to see changes in their lives, and that's not a bad desire. God desires to see your life change for the better. In order for that to happen, we need to understand the secrets of life change. In this message, we look at the most profound parable that Jesus taught. As the Holy Spirit reveals to you the secrets in this parable, you will understand the four kinds of people in the world. And more importantly, you will discover how to be the kind of person that is blessed with a changed life from God.
Luke 7:18-35 - Wherever Jesus went, He told people to repent for the kingdom of heaven was near. Jesus' ministry began to bring heaven to earth. The evidence was people healed, delivered from demons, saved from their sins and raised from the dead. Jesus instructed His followers to do the same, to bring the power of heaven to the earth. Learn how you can combat the evil in our world by bringing the power of heaven down in this important message.
Luke 7:1-17 - In the Gospels we see Jesus healing many people of various sicknesses. How can we experience the healing of Jesus' today? In this message we discover the keys to healing today. The first key is to ask Jesus to bring healing for yourself or someone else. The second key is to have faith. First of all faith that God can heal today. Secondly, that God will heal those who ask in faith. Build your faith for healing through our learning from God's Word more about Jesus.
Luke 6:39-49 - Jesus has much to teach us about what it means to be His disciple. Many people claim to be Christians or disciples of Jesus. Yet, we must learn from Jesus how to answer the question "who is a disciple"? How does a disciple relate to others? How can you distinguish true from false disciples? How does a true disciple relate to Jesus? Discover how to discern whether yourself or others you know are true disciples of Jesus.
Luke 7:36-50 - In this special Mother's Day message we look at the way Jesus treated women. We see how Jesus forgave and restored a woman who was deeply lost in sin. Jesus sees your tears. He values your love and He forgives your sins. This message will encourage you and help you grow in your love for Jesus.
Luke 6:27-38 - One of the hard sayings of Jesus was His command to Love Your Enemies. Who is my enemy? How can I love my enemies? How does God the Father treat His enemies? Learn the answers to these questions and more from the teaching of Jesus on how to Love Your Enemies. In order to be blessed in life, we must understand and put into practice the instructions of God's Word. The principle of sowing and reaping is of vital importance. You will reap what your sow, both in this life and in eternity. Don't miss out on this important message.
Luke 6:17-26 - Many think that blessing in life happens by random chance. Jesus teaches us that blessing comes through choice not chance. God gives every person a choice in life to choose a blessing and not a curse, to choose life and not death. Everyone on the planet is either living a blessed life or a cursed life. The good news is that even if you're not living in blessing now, you can choose to move from curse to blessing by believing in Jesus. Discover more in this Sunday's message How to Live a Blessed Life.
Luke 23:50-24:12 - The resurrection of Jesus is the most important event in the history of the universe. The resurrection completed the mission of Jesus to bring salvation to all those who put their faith in Him. The resurrection proves that Jesus is who He said He was, the Son of God, who lives forever more. Learn how the resurrection impacts your life in this special Easter 2022 service.
Luke 6:1-16 - What does it mean that Jesus is Lord of all? God's Word teaches that a person must confess that Jesus is Lord in order to be saved. But it's not enough to just say that Jesus is Lord. Jesus taught that a person must who acknowledges Jesus as Lord must also obey Him in everything. This message will help you better understand how to follow Jesus as Lord.
Luke 5:27-39 - In the past 100 years, the new move of the Spirit has exploded around the world with an estimated 645 million Spirit-baptized followers of Jesus. Yet, there are still billions of people entrapped in rule-based religions, thinking that being a good person is the key to heaven. In this message we learn from Jesus about the difference between rule-based lives and lives that embrace the Spirit's new move.
Luke 5:12-26 - In this message, we address the question, Does God Heal Today? As we study the healing ministry of Jesus, we see that He healed physical diseases and set people free from demons. The stories of Jesus healing people are not just records of past events. They are examples that Jesus taught His disciples to follow as well. We as current day disciples of Jesus are to earnestly desire spiritual gifts, including gifts of healing. As we seek to be used by God in healing, He will answer our prayers and glorify His name.
Luke 5:1-11 - What does it mean to be a Christian? A Christian is a follower or disciple of Jesus Christ. In this message, we learn how Jesus called His first disciples and how He calls us today. A disciple of Jesus listens to Jesus' voice and obeys it. A disciple of Jesus leaves everything to follow Jesus and make more disciples. A disciple of Jesus fulfills the eternal purpose that God created him for and is blessed.
Luke 4:33-44 - To follow Jesus is to think, speak and act as He did. In this message we look at the three main activities of Jesus' ministry. Jesus trained His disciples to do the same three things. As followers of Jesus, we are to do the same today. The three activities of Jesus were all empowered by the Holy Spirit. Through the same power of the Spirit, we can carry on Jesus' ministry today. Watch this message to discover what three things we must carry out to follow Jesus.
Luke 4:16-30 - Why were you created? What is your purpose in life? In this message, we study what Jesus' mission in life was. Then we will discover that Jesus delegated His mission to His followers. You can find fulfillment in life and impact eternity by learning to carry out your part of Jesus' mission. That's what you were created to do and how you will live in God's blessing.
Luke 4:1-13 - Temptations are desires or thoughts injected into our minds that are contrary to God's will. They originate with the devil and when given in to have many negative consequences. How can you overcome persistent temptations of all kinds? In this message, we look at how Jesus overcame temptations in His battle with Satan. You will discover how to use the truth of God's Word to overcome your besetting temptations. You will grow stronger in you relationship with God and be able to help others overcome temptations.
Luke 3:1-22 - From the life of John the Baptist, we will learn what biblical repentance is all about. Repentance is the first key to begin a relationship with Jesus and to grow closer to God throughout life. Be prepared to be challenged in you thinking from the Gospel of Luke.
Psalms 74:1-23 - God intends prayer to be a conversation between friends. In this message, learn the importance of being honest with God when talking to Him. We learn principles of being honest in a difficult situation from the psalmist prayer in Psalm 74. God has the answers for your situation, no matter how difficult it may seem.
Genesis 15:1-18 - God intends prayer to be a conversation between friends. In this message, we look at a conversation that Abram had with God to learn how we can talk with God. When you build a relationship with God through prayer conversation, you learn His will. When you know God's will, you can pray for that will and so see your prayers answered over and over again.
2 Samuel 11:1-12:23 - Have you ever wondered why more of your prayers aren't answered? In our series Prayer That God Answers, you'll learn from God's Word how to Overcome Prayer Barriers. Sin in your life can short-circuit your prayers so that God doesn't listen to or answer them. Discover how to restore your relationship with God so that you can once again enjoy prayer answers.
Topical - Have you ever wondered why more of your prayers aren't answered? In our series Prayer That God Answers, you'll learn from God's Word How to Get More of Your Prayers Answered. God is not up in heaven folding His arms and refusing to answer the prayers of His children. No, He is a loving Father who wants to bless you by answering your prayers. Jesus taught the principles of how to pray so that more of your prayers will be answered. Join us this Sunday to learn how to transform your prayer life to see more prayers answered.
Topical - Discover how to pray for others to be saved. Learn how to build your faith to believe God to save your loved ones. Pray for God to reveal Himself and His truth to them. Pray against the spiritual strongholds keeping people in bondage.
2 Chronicles 14:9-17 - Join us for our message series Prayer That God Answers with the message Hear God Speak. Learn how to hear God speak to you, as you communicate with Him in prayer. Prayer is meant to be two-way communication, not just presenting God with a wish list. God desires to show you His plan for your life, so that you can follow it and be blessed.
Matthew 6:9-18 - Join us for our New Year's message series Prayer That God Answers with the message How to Pray. Learn how to pray prayers that God answers and brings joy into your life. Many people simply pray for things that they want. God only answers prayers that are for the things He desires. That's what it means to pray in Jesus' name. Discover how to pray powerful and effective prayers in this series.
Matthew 1:18-25 - In this message about Joseph, we learn how Jesus comes to interrupt our lives. Jesus comes to replace your plans with His plans for your life. We must decide to welcome Jesus as our King and follow His plan. Then we will peace, joy and fulfillment in our lives.
Matthew 2:1-11 - Learn important principles about seeking King Jesus from the story of the wise men in Matthew 2. They gave of their time and resources to come and worship the new born King. Many others were troubled by Jesus' birth. God will bless those who seek Him with all their hearts.
Luke 2:8-20 - In this message, we learn lessons from the shepherds about worshiping King Jesus. He came to save us, to bring us peace and to fill our lives with awe. For all of that and more, we owe King Jesus our obedience and our worship.
Jude 1:1-23 - In this message, we study Jude's in-depth warnings against false teaching, which is so rampant in the church today. Jude gives concrete instructions on how to identify false teachers. Then he gives practical instructions on how to respond positively to this danger and move forward with the truth of God's Word.
2 Peter 3:3-18 - In this Thanksgiving message, you will discover that you can always be thankful that Jesus is coming back. When He does, everything will be made new. All sin and evil will be removed from His kingdom and you will live in God's presence forever. Therefore, we should live today keeping Jesus' return in mind and seeking to hasten His coming.
2 Peter 1:3-2:20 - In this message from 2 Peter, you will learn the importance of confirming God's calling on your life. God instructs you to remain rooted in the truth of God's Word in every aspect of your life. Be on your guard against false teachers who seek to lead you astray from God's purpose.
Topical - Missionary Raymond shares on planting a church for Iranians in St. Louis. Learn about God's call on him and his wife Edit, taking them from Iran to the United States. Here they are ministering to thousands of Iranians that make their home in St. Louis. You will be inspired and encouraged by this message.
1 Peter 3:8-15 - Hope comes when you are following someone who is leading you to a good future. The only person who will always lead you in the best direction is Jesus. In this message, you will learn how to follow Jesus no matter what is going on around you.
1 Peter 2:1-25 - Join us for the message Living in Victory from our message series "Hope Restored." You have been chosen by God to be a citizen of the kingdom of God. God has set you free to serve Him as part of His church. Learn how you can follow Jesus' example to live a lifestyle of victory in every situation.
1 Peter 1:3-21 - Discover how you can have hope, no matter what circumstance you may find yourself in. God's Word shows us how faith in Jesus Christ can give us hope, both for this life and for eternity. Learn how your hope for eternity can help you fulfill God's purpose in this life.
Acts 18:1-26 - God has given every person unique abilities and gifts to serve Him and other people. Sometimes we use our gifts for the wrong purposes. Other times, we don't even realize the gifts that God has given us. In this message, we learn from a couple in the Bible, who grew in using their gifts in amazing ways. Discover how to take your life to the next level with your gifting.
Acts 6:1-10 - Where does courage come from in the midst of danger? How can you stand up for the truth when it may cost you much? In this message, we look at the life of a simple man of faith named Stephen. Discover how he prepared for a conflict that he didn't know was coming. Yet, he faced it with courage and he serves as an example to us today.
John 3:1-18 - Learn how to share your faith without fear to those closest to you. Discover how to overcome the internal hurdles that hinder you from talking to others about Jesus. Would you love to have your relatives and friends have their lives transformed by Jesus? Learn the principles of sharing your faith from this study of Jesus and Nicodemus.
2 Chronicles 29:1-32:21 - Join us for the message Go Against the Flow from our message series "Jumping Hurdles." In the message we give you the insight to stand your ground for God in an ungodly culture. Learn how the young King Hezekiah turned a nation around with a powerful spiritual renewal. Discover how you can see God's power released in and through your life.
Exodus 4:1-30 - Have you ever been uncertain or reluctant to follow God's plans for your life? In this message, we will learn how God encouraged a reluctant Moses to lead the people of Israel out of Egypt. God wants to help you overcome the roadblocks in your life that keep you from God's best.
Genesis 12:1-4 - In this message, we learn about the Faith Factor from the life of Abram. God called Abram to radically alter his life and where he lived. God called Abram to be the father of nations when he had no children at all. Discover how God helped Abraham to believe His promises. And how you can receive the blessings of God's promises.
Genesis 6:1-8:21 - How can we overcome the hurdles that we encounter in the race of life? In this message, we study the story of Noah and the ark to learn from his example of faith in God. Discover how you can trust God and obey Him, even when it's difficult.
Topical - Learn how to Finish Well in this last live stage. Discover how you can ensure that you have eternal life. Gain victory over all fear, including the fear of death. God is with you throughout life and will bring you to Himself in His time.
Topical - Learn principles from God's Word to guide seniors. God has a plan for seniors to carry out and He will always be there to strengthen them.
Topical - Growing Up looks at the first stage of life through the teens in our series "Stages of Life." In this series, we'll look at the five stages of life that we all pass through. Learn important principles that will help you with life's transitions and enable you to encourage others. God has promised to be with you through each of these five life stages. Discover His instructions that will empower you to fulfill your purpose throughout life.
Topical - Young Adult Challenges looks at the second stage of life through the twenties in our series "Stages of Life." In this series, we'll look at the five stages of life that we all pass through. Learn important principles that will help you with life's transitions and enable you to encourage others. God has promised to be with you through each of these five life stages. Discover His instructions that will empower you to fulfill your purpose throughout life.
Topical - Growing Up looks at the first stage of life through the teens in our series "Stages of Life." In this series, we'll look at the five stages of life that we all pass through. Learn important principles that will help you with life's transitions and enable you to encourage others. God has promised to be with you through each of these five life stages. Discover His instructions that will empower you to fulfill your purpose throughout life.
2 Samuel 11:1-12:14 - Temptation is a part of life for everyone. How can you resist temptation? How can you recover if you succumb to temptation? In this message, we look at the life of David to learn the answers to these questions.
2 Samuel 5:1-7:13 - Would you like to experience more of God's blessing in your life? The Bible says that obedience to God's Word brings blessings and disobedience brings curses. In this message, we discover how obedience in David's life brought blessing. Learn how to apply these principles to your life.
1 Samuel 18:1-24:9 - When you face trials and adversity in life, how should you respond? In this message, we look at the trials that David faced to learn principles that can help us in our own lives.
1 Samuel 16:1-18:16 - Learn from the life of David how you can defeat the giants in your life. These giants or obstacles are keeping you from fulfilling God's calling on your life. God will empower you to carry out His plan.
Daniel 3:16-18 - How can your trust in God grow, even though He may not answer every prayer the way you wish? How could the three friends facing a fiery furnace believe God would deliver them, but trust Him even if He did not? Learn what trusting God is all about in this challenging message.
Jeremiah 26:2-9 - Deception is wide-spread in our world. Learn how to avoid being self-deceived or being deceived by others. As you learn the truth of God's Word, you will be better able to discern false messages. Discover principles from the prophet Jeremiah in dealing with falsehood for your life.
Jeremiah 19:15-20:11 - Learn how you can find hope in difficult times in life from the prophet Jeremiah. Jeremiah learned to find hope in God even though facing intense opposition throughout his life. As you grow in hope in your life, you will be able to help others find hope in God as well.
Topical - Missionary Peter Dell teaches on a new mission outreach to use technology to equip oral learner pastors to reach their people for Jesus. Be motivated to use creative way to spread the Gospel in your own life.
Jeremiah 18:1-17 - Oftentimes, the world situation or our lives seem to be out of control. We never know what's going to happen next. Yet, God's Word teaches us that God has all authority and is in control Learn how to trust that God is working out His plan for your life as you submit to Him.
Genesis 21:8-20 - Mothers have an awesome responsibility and privilege of raising children for God. In this message, we look at how God gave His promises to a mother named Hagar in a difficult situation. Learn the promises of God that will give you hope and strength in your role as a mother.
Jeremiah 2:1-4:18 - Everyone wants positive change in their lives, but that change doesn't come easily. In this message from the prophet Jeremiah, we learn an important principle about change. Change begins as we cooperate with God's work in our lives.
Jeremiah 1:1-19 - Are you looking for direction from God in difficult and dark times? In this message, we will look at the call of God for the prophet Jeremiah to learn how God guides us in life. Jeremiah lived in a dark period in his nation, yet he served God faithfully in the midst of much persecution.
1 Corinthians 14:1-33 - Spiritual gifts are a wonderful blessing created by God to be used to minister to people and build up the church. In this message, you will discover that God's Word commands every believer to earnestly desire spiritual gifts. God freely gives His gifts to those who ask Him in faith. Learn how to be a blessing to others with the spiritual gifts of the Holy Spirit.
1 Corinthians 7:1-40 - The biblical standard for marriage is under great attack in our time. Learn from God's Word how to build a godly marriage that will survive these attacks and thrive. God's plan for marriage will bless your family as you follow His instructions.
1 Corinthians 15:1-57 - Celebrate Easter with Life Church with our message Death Defeated focusing on the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Learn how to find new hope for your life and get rid of fear and anxiety.
1 Corinthians 1:18-2:16 - Join us for our Palm Sunday service with the encouraging message Power of the Cross. Discover the power and wisdom in the cross of Jesus Christ for your life and family.
Topical - Carry the Love Team of Youth with a Mission evangelism training. Learn how to share the Gospel, teach about repentance and determine your next step with Jesus.
1 Corinthians 9:24-10:22 - What is an idol? What idols are people serving in America? Learn the answers to these questions. Discover how to identify and reject the temptations of cultural idols by relying on God's Word.
1 Corinthians 1:1-17 - Learn about the incredible unity that God desires us to have with other believers in His family. Divisions among believers are often caused by immaturity. God has called us to be peacemakers as we build our lives and church on the foundation of Jesus Christ.
Ephesians 6:10-20 - Whether they know it or not, each person is in the midst of a spiritual battle between God's kingdom of light and Satan's domain of darkness. In order to survive and be victorious, you must put on spiritual armor and fight with spiritual weapons. Learn about the most important offensive weapon, the sword of the Spirit, activated by praying in the Spirit.
Ephesians 5:8-33 - Our world is in a battle between darkness and ligiht. Learn how you can overcome the darkness with the light of Christ in your life. Those who walk in the Spirit will walk in the light. Light shines the brightest in the darkest places.
Ephesians 4:1-16 - This week's message "Spiritual Gifts in Action" will help you understand the benefits of being part of a church family. God has given each believer spiritual gifts to help others with. In a church family, you receive the benefits of those gifts and have the opportunity to give to others in return. Learn more about how to discover your spiritual gifts and grow in unity with other believers.
Ephesians 2:5-22 - The essence of Christianity is based on God's grace. Through faith sinners can be made spiritually alive by grace. Believers are united together in God's family, the church, by grace. Grace enables followers of Jesus to embrace godly lifestyles, becoming more and more like Jesus. Learn how you can be transformed by grace in this message.
Ephesians 1:16-19 - Learn how to pray for spiritual growth in your life and the lives of others. God's purpose for your life is to spiritually grow more and more like Jesus. A greater revelation of God's power and love will enable you to both receive and give God's blessing to others.
Acts 19:1-10 - In this message, we study the three-fold foundation for believers and churches laid at the founding of the church at Ephesus. Learn how you can find and walk in blessing in your life as you build on God's foundation.
Acts 1:4-2:39 - Do you want more of God's power in your life? In this message, we look at the promise of the Father, the Holy Spirit, that Jesus began to pour out on the Day of Pentecost. Learn how you can be Spirit baptized and receive the power of the Spirit in your life.
Psalms 22:1-23 - Learn lessons from Psalm 22's description of Jesus' death that will help you face the trials in your life. Discover how to trust God always, to believe in God's plan and to pray for God's help. As you follow Jesus in the New Year, He will give you hope and courage to follow His plan.
Isaiah 52:13-53:12 - Jesus showed us that the path to victory and joy includes suffering. In this message, we learn more about Jesus' great sacrifice for us through the prophet Isaiah. Discover how to prepare for the New Year of 2021 by focusing on following Jesus.
Topical - Only God knows what the New Year of 2021 holds for you. So how can you prepare for the New Year? In this New Year's message, we look at images of Jesus, the Messiah. God desires for you to focus your eyes and life on Jesus in 2021 as never before. These images will encourage and motivate you to run the race that Jesus has laid out for you next year.
John 1:0-18 - In this Christmas message from John 1, we learn about Jesus the unique God-man born on Christmas day. Jesus is the eternal Word who created the universe. He is the true light and the Word made human. Discover how Jesus can give you hope in a world filled with hopelessness.
Topical - This Christmas season, we're looking at amazing prophecies about Jesus the Messiah. These prophecies help us understand more about Jesus and what He means to us. In a world filled with chaos and stress, God wants us to find peace with Jesus, the Prince of Peace.
Topical - In this message we look at the earliest prophecies about Jesus the Messiah in the book of Genesis. These amazing prophecies were fulfilled in the coming of Jesus who brings His blessings into our lives today.
Mark 15:1-16:18 - Learn the astounding implications of Jesus' trial, crucifixion, burial and resurrection. As Jesus is alive forevermore, so those who believe in Him have eternal life. Discover how Jesus can resurrect the visions He's given you that seem dead. Experience hope for the future in this life and for eternity.
Mark 9:33-50 - Jesus calls His followers to be servants of Him and of others. In this message, we learn what it means to serve Jesus, how to serve with right motives and to serve without sin. Jesus instructs us about being servants with a wonderful illustration of receiving a child in His name. Discover how to live a fulfilling life serving Jesus.
Mark 8:27-9:13 - The question Who is Jesus? is the most important question to answer in life. Your answer to this question will determine both your life on this earth, as well as your eternity. The answer given to this question by the majority of Americans is wrong and this message will tell you why. Learn why there is only one possible and correct answer according to Jesus Himself.
Mark 8:1-26 - The Bible teaches that every person has spiritual eyes, the ability to see in the Spirit realm. However, Satan has blinded these spiritual eyes in many people so that they do not believe in Jesus. Learn how Jesus can open blinded spiritual eyes so that people can see Jesus for who He really is.
Mark 5:1-43 - People today are in bondage to sin, sickness and fear. Jesus came to set people free from Satan to serve God. In this message, we see Jesus setting people free and He will do the same today for everyone who asks. Learn how to find true freedom in Jesus Christ.
Mark 2:1-28 - We face a storm, so to speak, in our nation at this time. There is conflict, chaos and danger on many levels. Yet, the Bible teaches us that Jesus has all authority. In this message, we learn how Jesus' authority over sin, sickness and storms can bring peace and hope into our lives.
Mark 1:8-39 - We learn what it means to follow Jesus from His actions in Mark 1. We must follow Jesus in obedience, in outreach and in power. Jesus promised that through the Holy Spirit His disciples could do the same things that He did. Experience more of the power of Jesus in and through your life.
Joshua 23:1-24:31 - in this message, we look at Joshua's final instructions to learn how to live in challenging times. God today is the same as He was in Joshua's time. People must make a commitment to obey God and walk in His ways in order to be blessed.
Joshua 9:1-10:15 - The Bible warns that in the last days, there will be an explosion of deception. We are in the midst of the diseemination of more falsehoods then ever before. In this message, we learn how to avoid deception by understanding how Joshua was deceived by the Gibeonites. As believers, we must learn to speak to truth in love to those who are deceived about Jesus and God's Word.
Joshua 7:1-26 - In this message, we learn that hidden sin was the cause of Israel's tragic defeat at Ai. Achan stole some of the war plunder that was to be devoted for destruction and so brought judgement on himself and Israel. In the same way, sin in our lives and in our nation brings God's judgement on the sinner and on the nation. The hidden sin of abortion has led to the murder of 60 million babies since the passage of Roe v Wade in 1973. The resultant moral decay in our nation since that time is part of God's judgment on America. Only repentance and the election of godly leaders who will remove that sin will allow this nation to be blessed again.
Joshua 5:13-15 - The Bible gives principles on how we are to navigate the inevitable conflicts that happen in life. In this message, we look at how God guided Joshua in the conquest of Jericho. The victory, though impossible by human means, was achieved by following God's battle plan. Learn how to hear from God and be an overcomer in the conflicts in your life.
Joshua 2:1-5:12 - Learn from the example of Joshua how to prepare to lead and influence others in your life. In this message, we explore the necessity of hearing God's guidance as a leader. God's Word serves as an important safeguard in discarding voices that are not from God. Finally, we look at the importance of faith in taking actions on the new things that God is calling us to do in each season of life.
Joshua 1:1-18 - Leadership Qualities is our first message in the series Courageous Leadership. In this message, we look at the qualities that God requires in godly leaders from the story of Joshua. Learn the importance of being a leader who is strong and courageous.
James 5:0-20 - In this message, we look at three ways that God instructs us to adjust our attitudes. Oftentimes, we think that we can't change our attitudes. But with God's help, wrong attitudes can be changed to right attitudes. Wrong attitudes lead to wrong actions and right attitudes lead to right actions. Your attitudes determine your life's direction. Don't miss this important message from James 5.
James 4:1-17 - The devil is a real spiritual being, not simply a symbol of evil as most people think. The Bible teaches us that he is the deceiver of the whole world. Learn how you can avoid being deceived by resisting the devil with the power of God. A very important message for the season that America is presently in.
James 3:1-18 - In this message from the book of James, we learn of the incredible power of our words, both for good or for evil. Discover the secret to taming your tongue so that it brings peace and healing to others. With God's help, we can speak the truth in love in all areas of our lives.
James 2:1-26 - In this message from James 2, we learn how true faith avoids discrimination or racism of any kind. When you learn to unconditionally love others as yourself, you will treat others as God does. True faith always expresses itself in actions of obedience to God.
James 1:1-27 - In our new message series Life Lessons, we learn how to deal with trials that we face in life. We are facing unprecedented trials in America in the season we are now living in. Discover how to replace anxiety and fear with joy and peace as we follow God's wisdom in the message Dealing with Trials.
Psalms 2:1-12 - In this message, we look at prophetic Messianic psalms about Jesus. They speak of Jesus as the Anointed One, the coming Messiah. There are detailed descriptions of the crucifixion of Jesus, written thousands of years before it happened. We also see the Jesus the Messiah depicted as ruling the nations after His second coming. There psalms will encourage you in your confidence in God's Word and in God's sovereign control over history.
Psalms 35:1-10 - There is a lot of talk about justice these days. Who determines what justice is? Justice is determined by God and His Word. The Lord is the judge of the entire earth and everything He does is just.
In this message we learn how to pray and appeal to God for justice. We pray for justice for ourselves, for others who are suffering injustice and for our nation. Learn how to pray forgotten psalms that will destroy the kingdom of darkness and injustice and expand the kingdom of God with His justice.
Psalms 121:1-8 - In this message, we study three psalms of ascent to learn how to prepare for worship. Worship is entering into the presence of the creator of the universe. God created us to worship. As we make worship a priority in our lives, the blessings of the Lord increase. Learn about the Lord's protection, anticipating worship with joy and finding hope in the Lord through forgiveness. Don't miss this encouraging and life-changing word from the Lord.
Psalms 81:8-16 - In important aspect of prayer is committing yourself to God. In this message, we look at three psalms to encourage our commitment. We must commit to serve God only, to celebrate God's faithfulness and teach truth to the next generation. Learn how these commitments can enhance God's blessing on your life.
Psalms 33:1-18 - Praising God is to celebrate or boast about God's characters and actions. In this message from the book of Psalms, we learn more about how to praise God and the benefits of praising Him. We praise the Lord for His sovereignty, for answered prayer and for all His works. Focusing on praising God rather than grumbling releases the joy of the Lord into our lives.
Psalms 1:1-6 - In this special Father's Day message, we learn how to seek God's wisdom from the book of Psalms. Fathers need to choose righteousness for themselves and their families. As you learn to walk in God's way you will avoid sinful living. Finally, God will empower you to establish a God-centered home. Godly fathers leading God-centered homes is the key to turning our nation back to God.
Psalms 32:1-11 - Learn how to pray prayers of thanks as we study several Psalms of thanksgiving. In this message, we explore giving thanks for God's forgiveness, compassion and love. No matter what you're going through in life, theses are always things that we can be thankful for. As you balance your prayers for God's help with thanksgiving, you will see greater joy and peace.
Psalms 4:1-8 - This message begins our new message series Praying the Psalms. In the message Prayers for Help we look at three types of prayers for help. Prayers for grace, for protection and for restoration. In the current crises that we have in America involving COVID and racial tension, we need God's help. Learn how you can be part of the solution to show God's love and experience His help in our time of need.
Acts 1:4-8 - Jesus taught about Spirit baptism and instructed His followers to pray and wait for it. The primary purpose of Spirit baptism was power to be Jesus' witnesses. On the day of Pentecost, Jesus began to pour out Spirit baptism on thousands of believers. Learn how you can experience Spirit baptism and receive the power for life that God has for you.
Acts 12:1-24 - Discover the power of united prayer for releasing blessing into the church. In this message Prevailing Prayer, we look at how the early church faced an impossible crisis with courage and faith. We can have hope that God is sovereign and in control of every situation, even when we can't predict the future. You'll be encouraged by this message based on the story of Acts 12.
Acts 10:1-48 - A beautiful story in Acts 10 shows us how God reveals Himself to seekers. We will also learn how God prepares His followers to lead seekers to Jesus. Jesus is the only way to be saved and have a relationship with God the Father. If you are a seeker, you will find what you are looking for in this message. If you are a believer, God will encourage you to reach out to the seekers all around us in this crisis.
Acts 9:1-31 - In our May 10 Mother's Day message, we will be looking at how mothers can be prayer warriors for their children. This message will explore how God worked in Saul's life to bring him to Jesus. Mothers will learn from that example how to pray for three stages in your children's life.
Acts 6:1-7:60 - In this message, we learn some lessons from the life of Stephen, the first Christian martyr. How did Stephen live in preparation for the crisis he would face? What can we learn from his life that will encourage us in the present crisis? Discover how God is preparing us for the future today.
Acts 3:1-26 - Discover principles about God's power in this message of our series Church Without Walls. The more that you recognize and live in the power of God, them less anxiety, fear and worry you will have. Learn how to rely on God to care for and provide for your every need as you follow Jesus.
Acts 2:42-47 - In our new message series Church Without Walls, we're looking at how the early church in the book of Acts experienced explosive growth without the benefit of church buildings. In the message Healthy Church we look at the characteristics of the church in Acts that can be applied to our season of crisis.
John 20:1-23 - This Easter Sunday, experience the story of Mary discovering the empty tomb. Learn why the resurrection of Jesus Christ is both a historical fact and an essential aspect of faith. Discover hope for today, tomorrow and eternity through the resurrection.
1 Samuel 15:35-16:22 - In this message, we learn principles about God's plan for your life. We discover how Saul failed to follow God's plan and how the prophet Samuel grew in understanding of God's voice. God has everything under His control, past, present and future. As you follow His plan, God will open and close doors to guide you on His path.
1 Samuel 13:1-14 - In this message, we look at someone (King Saul) who faced a crisis and didn't follow God in it. Things didn't go well with him. We're going to learn how to find joy when we face trials in our lives. Discover how you can overcome fear and anxiety by depending on God's wisdom.
1 Samuel 12:1-25 - In this time of national crisis, we need the instruction and comfort of God's Word. In this message, we look at how God used the prophet Samuel in a time of crisis in Israel. We see how God gave direction and showed His great power and love, which is available to us today.
Psalms 91:1-16 - Coronavirus (COVID-19) has taken the world by surprise, but God is not surprised. God's Word tells us that we do not need to fear, even when faced with a dangerous disease. God desires for us to use wisdom that He will give us and trust in the Lord. In this message, we look at the promises of Psalm 91 of deliverance and protection from danger, including pestilence and plagues like coronavirus. Learn how to defeat fear and worry in your life and live in God's peace in this time of crisis.
1 Samuel 7:1-16 - In this message, we learn from the prophet Samuel's life, how to face new challenges in life and ministry. We must serve God alone as we step out in new ways of ministry. Even though the enemy will attack, God will defeat the enemy and bring blessing into our lives and churches.
1 Samuel 1:5-28 - In this message, we look at God's call of one of the most important prophets in the Bible, Samuel. We study the influence of Samuel's prophetic mother, Hannah, on his life. Learn principles from Hannah and Samuel's lives that will help you live prophetically in a culture that is spiralling away from God.
Exodus 20:15 - This message is about respecting others, made in God's image, no matter whether you agree with them or not. In fact, Jesus taught that we must love our enemies and do good to them. To do otherwise, is to violate the eighth commandment which prohibits stealing from others. Learn more about how God's commands guide us to follow the way of love.
Exodus 20:14 - Ever wondered if our society has lost its way regarding sexuality? How many genders do we recognize today? Seems like things are getting crazy aren't they. And people, relationships and our country are being hurt in the process.
In this message, Embrace Purity, we look at the timeless principles of God's Word about sexualitiy, which are validated by true science. Discover how you can be set free from sexual bondage. Learn how your marriage can be blessed by following God's instructions.
Exodus 20:16 - In this message, we look at how God's Word lays out a hierarchical legal system that applies to governments and many other types of organizations. The essential part of the system is truthfulness by leaders as stated in the ninth commandment. Learn why it is the responsibility of every believer and every church to be involved in bringing justice to our country through involvement in the political system.
Exodus 20:7 - In this message, we look at the third command regarding not misusing God's name. As God's name represents Him, we are to honor, respect and fear His name in our speech, actions and life. In our culture today, God's name is often misused, even though the sin of blasphemy carried the death penalty in the Old Testament. Learn how you as a believer can honor God's name and receive His promised blessing on you and your family.
Exodus 20:1-6 - In this message, we look at the first two of the ten commandments. These commands reveal much about God's nature, His love for us and what our response should be to Him. God created mankind to be worshippers and everyone worships either the Lord God, the uncreated creator of the universe or they worship created idols. While many do not worship carved images today, those who do not worship the Lord God worship other gods in place of the one true God. An idol is anything that is worshipped instead of or alongside of the worship of God. God blesses those who worship Him and brings curses on those who worship idols. Learn how to enter God's blessing for yourself and your children down through the generations by worshipping God alone.
Exodus 20:13 - God gives great value to human life, for God made man in His own image. As life begins at conception, it must be protected from the womb until the end of life. In the Old Testament, children were sacrificed to the idol Molech and God condemned the practice. Today, children are sacrificed to the idol of convenience through abortion. In the US over 61 million babies have been aborted since the Roe v Wade decision in 1973. As believers, we must do what we can to rescue unborn children, through speaking out in every area of life to those who do not yet understand the value of life. The way of love is to value and protect every life.
Romans 6:6-18 - The grace of God is able to set you free from bondage to sin. Once you are saved by grace, you are no longer a slave to sin. You are dead to sin, but alive to God. As you present yourself to God as a living sacrifice, you can live in freedom as a slave to God. Everyone is a slave to either sin or God. Learn how to walk in God's freedom everyday.
Topical - The best resolution you could make for 2020 is to grow in your prayer life. In this message, we look at seven ways that you can pray more effectively and powerfully in this New Year. Prayer is cooperation with the creator of the universe. Prayer can change lives, countries and impact the trajectory of history. Learn how you can see more answers to your prayers in 2020.
Topical - The majority of people in the world believe that you are saved by doing good works. The Bible teaches that no one can be saved by being good enough. Salvation comes only through faith in Jesus Christ to forgive our sins. When a person is saved through faith, Jesus comes to live inside of them through the Holy Spirit. God then transforms the believer from the inside out into the person God created them to be.
Luke 2:1-38 - A look at the Christmas story through fresh eyes to see God's grace at work. The birth of Jesus brought God's grace into our world. God's grace is offered freely to every person, but only those who accept it receive its benefits. Grace not only saves people from their sins, it gives them the power to live out God's plan for their lives. We see these characteristics of grace powerfully demonstrated in the Christmas story.
Matthew 15:1-39 - Learn about what God is doing in Mexico through the Assemblies of God and how God can use you right where you are at. We can all be involved in missions by praying, giving and going to wherever God calls us.
Topical - The majority of people believe the lie that doing good things will get you to heaven. The Bible teaches that nobody is good enough to go to heaven. That's why we need God's grace, revealed in Jesus, to save us from our sin. In this message, we explore why we need grace and the blessings that grace brings into our lives. Faith in Christ releases God's saving grac
Matthew 20:1-14 - In this message, we look at two stories that Jesus told about answering God's call. God calls people at different stages of life to work for His kingdom. All are invited, but not all respond to God's invitation. Those who respond are rewarded with eternal life and those who don't answer the call spend eternity without God.
Luke 15:1-24 - Every person is either lost or found according to Jesus. In this message, we look at three stories Jesus told about finding lost people. Everyone is lost until they repent of their sin and put their faith in God. Learn how you can have a relationship with God and work with Jesus to find other lost people.
Luke 12:16-21 - How do we keep free of the love of money, which is the root of all kinds of evil? In this message, we look at two profound stories that Jesus taught which address that question. We unpack the principles of being rich toward God, preparing for eternity and being faithful managers. All that we have is God's, we simply are called to manage those blessings.
Luke 11:5-13 - In this message we look at three profound stories that Jesus uses to teach us about prayer. Why are so many prayers unanswered? Jesus gives us the answer to unanswered prayers. This message will help you to pray with confidence that God hears and will answer your prayers.
Matthew 13:24-43 - The Kingdom of God was a major topic of Jesus and the New Testament writers, yet is not talked about much in many churches. In this message, we look at several parables that Jesus told about the Kingdom. Learn how to enter the Kingdom, how the Kingdom grow and what is the future of the Kingdom. Understanding and entering the Kingdom will help you understand the world, your life and the future. Jesus is King of the Kingdom.
Matthew 18:21-35 - Jesus' teaching on forgiveness is hard hitting. He told us that if we don't forgive others, than God won't forgive us. In this message, we look at parable on this principle of forgiveness that illustrates it in graphic detail. Learn why forgiveness is required and how to give it.
Acts 8:4-40 - The life of Philip the evangelist teaches us some important principles on how to share our faith. Learn how to develop an outreach lifestyle that will impact your circle of influence for eternity. Discover the power that will make you an effective witness in a hostile world.
Matthew 3:1-12 - Our faith hero in this message is John the Baptist. God knew John before his birth. His prophetic call was given to him through his parents. In the same way, God knew you before birth and He has a call upon your life. Discover your call, live it out and leave an eternal legacy. Be inspired by this thought provoking message from the life of John the Baptist.
2 Kings 2:1-25 - The calling of Elisha to serve God prophetically illustrates some important principles of God's calling in our lives. God calls every believer and gives them the power to carry out their calling. Learn how you can discern and walk in your supernatural calling.
1 Samuel 25:1-42 - The Bible teaches us that there are two types of people, those who are wise and those who are fools. In this message, we look at a story in the Bible about a wise woman and a foolish man. We learn the dire consequences of a foolish lifestyle and the rewards of wise living. Wisdom comes from God and His Word and we apply it to our lives through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Numbers 13:2-14:24 - In this message, we look at the story of the courage of Caleb. Courage comes when you believe in God's promise, no matter what others are saying. Learn how you can have courage to face life's difficulties through faith in God.
Genesis 39:1-41:46 - God prepares His children to be leaders through trials and temptations. In this message, we learn from the life of Joseph how God was with him in difficult circumstances. In God's time, Joseph became the leader he had dreamed about and so can each one of us.
Genesis 37:1-36 - From the story of Joseph, we learn how God prepares us for our life's purpose. God reveals His dreams for our lives. He protects us through attacks on our lives and dreams. As we follow Him, He will ultimately bring those dreams to fulfillment.
Topical - The world we live in is full of evil, disasters and bad news. In this message, you'll learn how to replace worry and stress with lasting peace and joy. Discover what God has planned for those who love Him.
Topical - In this message, we look at some of the most important benefits of salvation in this life. Those who are saved are made the children of God and enjoy a relationship with their heavenly Father. The Holy Spirit seals and indwells every believer.
Topical - Jesus taught that most people think they are saved and going to heaven, but they have been deceived. In this message, we investigate what the Bible teaches about salvation, as well as common misconceptions about salvation. Learn the truth about how to be saved.
Topical - God had a plan for salvation before the first sin, before the creation of the world. He began to reveal His plan in Genesis, continuing throughout the prophets and culminating in Jesus Christ. Be amazed at God's plan for the free gift of salvation.
Topical - This message explores the question of why everyone needs salvation. We unpack the issue of sin and how it affects our relationship with God, with others and our eternal destiny. Discover the good news of salvation that Jesus brings.
Exodus 28:1-37 - In the Old Testament, God set apart priests to offer sacrifices and minister in the temple. In the New Testament, there is no special order of priests, as every true believer is a priest with direct access to God. There is no need to confess your sins to another person, as everyone can confess directly to God. Learn the truth about access to God from God's Word.
Exodus 20:1-18 - Life is complex and full of unknowns. God has graciously given us His directions to guide our lives. In this message, we look at God's ten timeless directions first given to Israel. With God's help, these directions will guide us to live a life pleasing to and blessed by God.
Exodus 14:1-31 - Even when there seems to be no hope, God has a plan. God is able to work miracles to bring His plan to pass. In this message, we look at a hopeless situation for the nation of Israel. They were caught between the Red Sea and Pharaoh's army and were very afraid. God's plan involved the miracle of dividing the Red Sea so that they could escape. Learn how to replace the fear in your life with faith in a miracle-working God.
Exodus 12:21-13:3 - Are there things in your life that you’d like to be free from? You can learn how to live in freedom in this message "Deliverance." Be encouraged by God's protection of His people from the Destroyer. See how He set them free from slavery to enter into His blessings.
Exodus 7:8-11:10 - In this message, we study how God brings judgement on the gods of Egypt through the plagues. The Lord demonstrates that His power is greater than any other. Not only are the Egyptians judged for their cruel slavery of Israel, but the Israelites are protected and blessed. God is the same today, judging evil and protecting those who trust in Him.
Exodus 5:1-7:7 - Following God's plan often means confronting evil. Learn how to be prepared for opposition and adversity. God's power will always be sufficient to enable you to fulfill God's plan in His time.
Exodus 2:1-4:17 - This message begins our series on Exodus: God's Plan, the story of Moses. Learn how God prepared Moses to be the answer to the Israelites' prayer. Although Moses was reluctant to carry out God's plan, he chose to believe in God's timing and plan. Learn how the story applies to your life.
1 John 3:19-4:7 - God desires for us to know and live in the truth. Learn how to detect false teaching and deception. As you walk in the truth, you can have confidence that God will answer your prayers.
1 John 3:1-18 - In this Mother's Day message, we look at what the Bible has to say about mothers as children of God. As mothers reflect the character of their heavenly Father to their children, their children will desire to know and grow in God as well.
1 John 2:3-1:29 - Many people claim to know God, but what is the evidence that a person really knows God? In this message, we look at 1 John 2 to learn the biblical proofs that a person truly knows God. The teaching in this chapter will also help you to discern true from false teaching about knowing God.
1 John 1:1-2:1 - Learn how your relationship with God can improve your relationships with people. Those who have fellowship with God walk in the light and have fellowship with other believers. Those who say that are believers, but walk in darkness are deceived.
John 20:1-18 - The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the most important event in human history. Not only does the resurrection mean that Jesus is alive , but He offers His power to you today. In our encouraging Easter message Resurrection Power you will learn how Jesus can touch your life with His power. We will be looking at three stories of people who encountered Jesus after the resurrection to learn how to experience His power ourselves.
Isaiah 61:1-9 - The prophet Isaiah looks ahead hundreds of years to the first coming of Jesus. Jesus began the mission to set mankind free from the curse of sin. However, we will not be completely free until Jesus returns again. At that time, God will create a new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells. Death, suffering and pain will be defeated, never to be remembered. This ultimate hope encourages us when we face difficult times in life.
Isaiah 59:2-60:20 - Learn about the spiritual concepts of darkness and light from the prophet Isaiah. Every person is either in God's light or separated from God in darkness. Those in darkness stumble and cause harm to themselves and others. God offers His light to those who choose to believe in Jesus, who is the light of the world.
Isaiah - Have you ever felt like your life lacks direction? You are always busy, but not really fulfilled in life? God’s Word has an answer for your questions.
God has a highway charted out for your life. A highway that shows you what is right and wrong. A highway that will lead you to success in life. A highway that will bring restoration and healing to the broken parts of your life.
God cares about you and has created a unique highway just for you. Learn how to discover and follow God’s Highway in this message.
Isaiah 25:1-26:4 - Learn how to have perfect peace in your life as you focus on and trust the Lord. Your trust in God can grow as you remember God's awesome deeds, praise Him for His faithfulness and rely on God's strength.
Isaiah 6:1-13 - In this message we take a take a close look at Isaiah's vision of the Lord calling him into service. This encounter with God gave Isaiah hope to face the troubled times he lived in. These Scriptures can give you hope in the plan that God has for your life and your eternity.
Topical - Learn how a person becomes part of the family of God. In the family of God every kind of person is made one in Christ. Divisions between people are removed. In God's family, the walls between races, gender, age and social class are broken down.
Deuteronomy 6:1-24 - In this message from Deuteronomy 6, we learn the importance of God's Word as a foundation for the family. Parents are responsible to diligently train their children with God's Word to fear and obey God. Children learn both from their parent's example and their teaching. You can raise godly children who love God and follow His ways.
Topical - Discover forms of prayer that are part of your prayer arsenal for spiritual warfare. In this message, we discuss in depth how praise prepares you for battle. Prayer with fasting is important in strengthening prayer. Corporate prayer with other believers has the power to destroy strongholds.
Topical - The Bible teaches that there are a number of obstacles that can prevent your prayers from being answered. In this practical message, we look at the top three hindrances to your prayers. As you learn to remove these obstacles in your life, you will see more answers to prayer.
Topical - Listen to the January 20 message "Prayer Variety" from Life Church St. Louis. Learn what the Bible has to say about different kinds of prayer. To have the most effective prayer life, you need to learn and practice a variety of prayer types. In this message, we explore prayers of confession, supplication and intercession. Discover how prayer can be an adventure.
Topical - God intends our prayer life to be an ongoing conversation. As you talk to God and listen to what He has to say, your relationship with Him grows stronger. Learn some of the important principles of conversational prayer in this important message.
Topical - In this Christmas story, we focus on God's guidance of Joseph. God supernaturally guides Joseph to protect and raise Jesus. Learn how you can hear and follow God's direction for your life.
Luke 2:8-20 - A new look at the familiar story of the angelic announcement of Jesus' birth to the shepherds. Discover how God speaks to you today and what your response should be. The good news of Jesus is still news of great joy today.
Matthew 2:1-11 - In the Christmas journey of the wise men, we learn how to seek Christ the King in our own lives. There will be opposition, but God will supernaturally guide you to find Jesus. As we give our lives in worship of King Jesus, God will bless us.
Luke 1:26-38 - Learn from the story of Mary and the angel how to trust God for the impossible. God's plans for your life are impossible for you to achieve in your own strength. But with God, all things are possible.
Topical - God wants us to expand our understanding of prayer. Although we tend to focus our prayers on ourselves, God desires for us to pray for others. In this message, we look at what God's Word has to say about praying for both unbelievers and believers. As we grow in praying for blessing on others, God will bless us as well.
1 John 1:5-2:6 - Confession of sin is the way for God to change your life. Learn to walk in God's light and forgiveness. God desires to bring cleansing, removal of guilt and healing into your life. Don't miss this encouraging message.
Philippians 4:4-13 - Learning to give thanks is the key to overcoming worry, anxiety and fear. God desires for your life and prayers to be filled with thanksgiving. Only then will you learn to be content in each and every situation.
Luke 8:40-56 - When your life feels hopeless, when all else fails, come to Jesus for hope. In Luke 8, we learn how Jesus brought hope and healing to a woman with a lengthy illness. Not only did Jesus heal, he brought the daughter of a Jewish leader back to life. Jesus is the Lord over sickness and death. Build your faith and put your hope in Him for your situation.
Mark 5:1-20 - In this message, we see Jesus set a man free from thousands of demons. Learn about the reality of evil and spiritual warfare today. Rely on the power of Jesus, realizing that Jesus can set anyone free.
John 9:1-40 - In John 9, Jesus brings hope to a blind beggar. Jesus as the light of the world, brings physical, emotional and spiritual healing. Learn how the light of Jesus can bring you out of darkness into the light of His kingdom.
John 21:3-19 - Every person will face failure in their lives from time to time. In this message, we see how Jesus encourages His disciples to trust Him when they fail. Jesus offers hope to Peter, who denied Him three denies. Learn how to recover from failure or fear of failure in this insightful message.
Luke 7:36-50 - In this message, we are are introduced to two people who encounter Jesus, a Pharisee and a sinful woman. The sinful woman responds to Jesus' forgiveness with an extravagant display of love. The Pharisee is caught up in prideful arrogance toward the woman and Jesus. Be challenged to live a life of extravagant love for Jesus.
John 7:53-8:11 - In this message, we examine Jesus' encounter with a woman caught in the act of adultery. Rather than joining in the call for judgment of the Pharisees, Jesus extended grace and forgiveness to the woman. Learn how to follow Jesus' example in your own interactions with people.
John 3:1-21 - Jesus engages a truth seeker named Nicodemus with the concept of being born again. He exposes the radical nature of the Kingdom of God and how it can be entered. A profound message for those seeking truth and those presenting truth.
John 4:1-35 - Amazing conversation of Jesus with a woman of ill repute. He offers her a new life, a life that will satisfy her God-given thirst for relationship. Discover the living water of the Spirit, that Jesus offers to every person. Answer the all-important question of who Jesus really is.
Genesis 22:1-18 - In this incredible story, Abraham faces the ultimate test of his faith. God directs Abraham to offer up his only son, Isaac, as a burnt offering. Abraham has such great faith in God that he believed God would raise Isaac from the dead. Learn what happens and how it can strengthen your faith.
Genesis 21:1-18 - After waiting 25 years, Abraham and Sarah's promised son is born. You also can receive God's promises, through faith and patience. God cares about you and has a wonderful plan for your life that can only happen through His promises.
Genesis 19:1-29 - The depravity of Sodom is uncovered by Lot's two angelic guests. The judgement of Sodom by God is a warning of the wrath of God at the final judgement. Yet, we also see God's mercy as Abraham's prayer resulted in the saving of Lot and his family. Learn how we should react to the sin of our culture in this challenging message.
Topical - Listen to incredible stories as Assembly of God missionaries Sam & Lisa Paris reach out to unreached tribes on the remote island of Tanna. Hear stories of God preparing the way years ahead of their arrival on the island. Be encouraged to believe God to guide your life as well.
Genesis 18:1-33 - God wants to be your friend. In this message, we learn from the example of Abraham, how God interacts with His friends. We discover that God desires to share secrets with His friends. We must learn to talk to God, as we talk to a friend. Abraham's intercession for Sodom is a model for our prayers for others in need.
Genesis 17:1-27 - Learn how God progressively reveals His plans to us. God progressively revealed His covenant plans for Abraham and Sarah. God progressively has revealed His truth to us in the Bible, from Genesis through Revelation. Discover how to understand and follow God's wonderful plan for your life.
Genesis 16:1-16 - Growing impatient with God's promise of children, Abram and Sarai decide to go it alone. Sarai tempts Abram with her servant Hagar, who becomes pregnant with Ishmael. The results of their foolish plan bring chaos to their home, as well as trouble to our world today. Learn about the violent roots of Islam coming from Ishmael, the son of the flesh. Discover how you can follow God's plans for your life and not your own plans.
Genesis 15:1-18 - From the life of Abraham, we learn how to hear God's promises and put our faith in them. As you stand firm in your faith, God will fulfill His promises in your life. Discover how to live in the blessings of God's promises.
Genesis 14:1-24 - In this chapter, we learn of the bad example of Lot, who chose to live near the wicked city of Sodom. Abram chose to rescue Lot in the face of overwhelming odds and God gave the victory. Abram was blessed and chose to honor God by giving back a tithe. Learn how these examples have direct relevance to our lives today in this challenging message.
Genesis 13:1-18 - As we follow the life of Abraham, we see God giving him an increasingly clear vision of the promise. However, God's blessing leads to conflict between Abram and Lot. Abram trusts God by being a peacemaker. Learn how you can trust God in your relationships as you see God's vision.
Genesis 12:1-20 - This message begins a new series on Abraham. We learn principles from Abraham's call by God that help us recognize God's call on our lives. In particular, as Abraham is our father in the faith, we discover God's call for fathers.
Ruth 4:13-17 - In this final message, we see the great significance of the faithfulness of Ruth and Boaz. Not only did God bless Naomi, but the son of Ruth and Boaz was the grandfather of King David. And King David was in the lineage of Jesus Christ. Following God's plan for your life has eternal significance. As believers in the last days, we look forward to and hasten the second coming of the Lord as we follow His plan.
Ruth 4:1-12 - In this message, our story continues with Boaz redeemed Naomi's land and Ruth in marriage. We see God sovereignly moving on behalf of faithful believers who are following His plan. Learn how God desires to rescue you and to use you to rescue others according to His plan.
Ruth 3:1-18 - In Ruth 3, we learn of a bold plan by Naomi to match-make between Ruth and Boaz. Despite the danger of the plan, God is at work behind the scenes. Boaz recognizes God in Ruth's proposal and decides to take action. Learn how you can follow God's plans with courage.
Ruth 2:1-23 - In this message based on Ruth 2, we discover how God has been working behind the scenes on behalf of Ruth and Naomi. Learn how God's providence, protection and plan are at work in your life. Discover how to help others find hope in discouraging situations.
Ruth 1:1-22 - In this Mother's Day message, we take a look at the life of a mother in the book of Ruth, Naomi. She faced many difficulties and tragedies in life. Yet, God was with her and had a wonderful plan for her life. Be encouraged by this message, no matter what you are facing.
Judges 2:7-3:6 - This message sets the background for this series on the book of Ruth. The preceding book of Judges, during which time Ruth lived, was a violent, immoral and idolatrous period in history. The time of the judges was where everyone did what was right in their own eyes. That time of relative truth has much in common with our current decadent American culture. Learn how God desires for you to live against culture, rather than following culture.
Matthew 18:21-35 - God has made it possible for our sins to be forgiven through Jesus' death. Once forgiven, we must choose to forgive others who sin against us. In this message, we look at a story told by Jesus that illustrates how those forgiven must forgive. Forgiveness frees us from bondage and helps to restore relationships.
Topical - Jesus commanded His followers to love God and their neighbor as themselves. The only way that we can obey that command is by accepted God's unconditional love for us through Jesus. Only then can we learn to unconditionally love all those God brings into our lives.
Topical - The Bible teaches that a patient person is wise in being slow to anger. This message tackles the topic of learning to be patient with other people. We can learn to see problems with people as opportunities to grow in patience.
Joshua 1:1-9 - God created you for relationships. Learn how to grow in your relationship with other people in your life by following God's Word.
Topical - The grand adventure that God has for every believer is bringing heaven to earth by introducing people to the Lord Jesus. In this message we look at the benefits of a becoming a follower of Jesus. Then we go through a simple Scripture based outline of how to lead another person to believe in Jesus.
Topical - Adventure in life is found by joining with Jesus in seeking and saving the lost. In this message, we explore the teaching of Jesus to discover how He motivates us to prioritize this adventure.
Topical - God created you to live a life of adventure. Learn how to escape boredom by following God's plan and priorities. When you seek His kingdom first, everything else will fall into place in your life.
Topical - God's desire for you is that you have enough finances to meet your own needs and a surplus to give generously. In this message,we unpack the biblical principles that will help you fulfill God's purpose.
Topical - Believers are God's servants, managers of God's resources and children of their heavenly Father. When you understand those biblical principles, you will have faith to believe God to bless your giving.
Topical - One of the key biblical principles regarding financial blessing is the giving of the firstfruits or tithe of your income to your local church. In this message, we look at some of the 50 plus Scriptures dealing with giving. Learn how obedience to God's Word with faith brings blessing.
Topical - Jesus said that it's more blessed to give than to receive. Yet, many people have difficulty giving to God. In this message, we unpack the biblical principles that will help you be a cheerful giver and receive God's blessing in your life.
Topical - In this final message of the series, Power for Life, we discover how Spirit baptism is the gateway into a supernatural life for the believer. The gift of tongues, given to every Spirit baptized believer, enables prayer according to the will of God that is always answered.
Acts 18:24-19:7 - In this message, we look to the examples of Apollos and the Ephesian disciples in Acts 18-19 to understand Spirit baptism. We learn that Spirit baptism is not automatic at salvation, but is a separate and distinct experience. Discover how to be filled with the power of the Spirit.
Topical - In this message, we trace the recovery in church history of the three essential experiences described in Acts 2:38. These experiences are salvation, water baptism and Spirit baptism. By looking at Spirit baptism in the life of Jesus, the apostles and the Samaritans, we can better understand how to experience it today.
Acts 1:1-2:47 - This message looks at Acts 1-2 to understand why Jesus commanded every believer to receive the Spirit's power. This power is not automatically received at salvation. Every person needs three experiences to live the life God created you to live: salvation, water baptism and Spirit baptism.
Matthew 2:1-11 - In this New Year's message, we look to the example of the Magi seeking Jesus the King. God's purpose in creating man was for us to seek and find a relationship with Him. May your goal for the new year be to seek the King and His Kingdom as you never have before.
Matthew 1:18-25 - In the Christmas story, the birth of Jesus interrupted Joseph's life and plans. In the same way, Jesus came to interrupt your life and plans. He came to call you to follow His plans, not your own.
Luke 2:1-20 - A fresh approach to understanding God's revelation to the shepherds on the night of Jesus' birth. Learn from Luke 2 the cosmic significance of the birth of Christ, the Savior 2000 years ago. Jesus was born as King, as Christ the Lord, whom we must acknowledge today.
Romans 10:8-17 - In this message, we look at Romans 10 to learn what the heart of the Gospel is. This Gospel is for every nation and for all people. Our responsibility is to do our part in reaching the nations by praying for and supporting our missionaries.
Revelation 7:9-17 - Heaven has an incredible diversity of believers of every nation, language, tongue and tribe worshipping Jesus. This is a model for each local church to reflect the diversity of their area. Life Church is committed to be a church family diverse in nationality, race and age.
Hebrews 11:1-12:2 - The object of true faith is the God who created the universe and His Son Jesus Christ. Hebrews 11 shows us forty examples of the actions of faith. Those examples should motivate us to keep our eyes on Jesus in the race of life.
Philippians 2:3-15 - Jesus humbled himself in order to enter into and save a lost world. Learn how to follow Jesus' example in reaching those who are not yet followers of Jesus.
2 Corinthians 5:10-20 - Believers are Christ's ambassadors, representing the Kingdom of God to a lost world. Learn how to persuade others to be reconciled to God and have an eternal relationship with Him.
Acts 1:1-11 - Understand the mission that Jesus gave to the church. The mission to reach the ends of the earth can only be fulfilled through the power of the Spirit, received by Spirit baptism. This mission is the highest priority for every disciple of Jesus. Jesus will return when the mission is accomplished.
Jonah 1:1-4:11 - Racism is a sin that divides people in America and around the world. All people are created in the image of God and are to be valued and loved. In this message, we look at the book of Jonah to discover how God dealt with Jonah's racism directed toward the brutal and evil Assyrian empire. You will find it a powerful lesson to adjust your own attitudes towards others different than yourself.
Psalms 96:1-13 - Psalm 96 teaches that God is great and is the only true God. This psalm instructs us to proclaim the greatness of God to every nation. The mission of the church is to tell the world that the Lord reigns. Learn how to be bold in your witness to our great God.
Genesis 12:1-7 - We look at the first missionary in the Bible to discover the secret to being blessed by God. Learn how to be a channel of God's blessing to a lost world.
Genesis 3:1-9 - Watch the first message "God the Seeker' of our new message series Beyond Borders. In this message, we discover in the first chapters of Genesis a God who seeks after those who have disobeyed Him to restore their relationship. Learn how you can respond to God's seeking and partner with Him in His grand mission.
Topical - God desires for parents to leave a spiritual legacy for their children that will be passed down the generations until Jesus returns. Learn the four essential legacies that every believing parent should instill in their children.
Luke 15:11-24 - Seventy percent of youth from Christian homes wander from their faith and church involvement by the time they are in their twenties. Learn how to pray and act to bring the wanderers back to God.
Psalms 145:1-21 - The Bible and experience shows that a child's view of God is shaped by their parents, for better or for worse. In this message, we look at Psalm 145 to learn how to train up our children with a biblical view of God.
Hebrews 12:3-11 - Hebrews 12 describes how God the Father disciplines His children. From this passage, we learn the basic principles of disciplining our children to walk in God's ways.
Topical - Biblical parenting adapts to the age seasons of a child's life. In this message, the biblical principles are discussed for the pre-school, pre-teen, teen and young adult seasons. Whatever ages your children are, this message will help you raise your children for God.
Deuteronomy 6:1-9 - God's Word instructs parents to teach their children about God through word and example. This message does an in-depth study of God's instructions along with practical examples. Learn how to teach your children at every stage of life.
1 Corinthians 12:31-14:1 - A new look at biblical parenting with God's agape love based on 1 Corinthians 13. Parents need to both experience and show God's love in order to raise children who walk with God.
Matthew 19:4-6 - In this message, we learn how a strong marriage is the foundation for parenting children by biblical principles. The 3 ingredients of a strong marriage are that the husband and wife are: believers, active together in a Bible-believing church and growing together in their faith. Ephesians 5 gives further instruction on the relationship of the wife and husband so that the marriage can continue to grow.
Psalms 127:3-5 - Children are a blessing, not a burden or a nuisance. God's Word teaches that God wants to use believers to birth many physical and spiritual children to advance His Kingdom. Learn how to raise children who will fulfill God's purpose for their lives.
1 John 4:7-12 - Learn the biblical definition of family as the foundation of society. In this message, we look at God's Word to discover how your family can grow in God's love.
Topical - Kindness is the quality of being caring, gentle and helpful. This message encourages the listener to grow in kindness in their family, their church and their world. Learn how kindness show God's love to those who need His touch.
Topical - God gives parents three resources to train their children: God's Word, God's Spirit and God's People. This message gives practical application of the principles of God's Word to training your children in godliness as disciples of Jesus Christ.
Topical - God has created fathers to follow His example as our heavenly Father. Fathers have the privilege and responsibility to lead their families in the ways of the Lord. Fathers are called to be warriors for God, rescuing those in the kingdom of darkness and bringing them into the kingdom of God.
Topical - Self- control is one of the fruit of the Spirit. Self-control is the ability to control your thoughts, actions and feelings through the Spirit's power. Learn how to practice self-control by winning the battle in your mind. Discover the keys to self-control found in the Word of God.
Topical - God gave us emotions and feelings. Yet, to live life according to your feelings will lead you far from God. In this message, we learn how to grow in the knowledge of God. As our thoughts become increasingly godly, our actions and feelings will follow.
Topical - The foundation of the Christian life is faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. This trust in Jesus is not a one-time event, but a life-long faith that must be built upon. Trust in God is the key that unlocks the chains that keep you from fulfilling God's purpose for your life.
1 Samuel 1:1-2:21 - From the life of Hannah, we learn how God answers the prayers of a praying mother for her children. Learn five traits of a praying mother that will help you pray powerful prayers for your children. These lessons will help everyone pray more effective prayers.
2 Samuel 11:1-12:18 - In this message, we tackle the fourth major impediment to answered prayer, sin. We follow the progression of sin in David's life, which led from laziness, to lust, to adultery and finally murder. That sin short-circuited David's relationship with God through prayer. Repentance brings forgiveness and a restoration of relationship, but sin's consequences remain.
Topical - Jesus taught that we ought to always pray and not give up. In this message, we look to God's Word for encouragement in praying for lost loved ones. As it is God's will for everyone to be saved, persistent prayer in faith will see the lost come to salvation as children of God.
Topical - The most important thing that you can pray for someone else is that they be saved. It is God's will that all should come to repentance, so we can pray for the lost, knowing that God will move to answer our prayers. This message will encourage and motivate you to pray for those you know who are not yet believers in Jesus Christ.
Luke 24:1-49 - The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the central theme of the Gospel. If the resurrection is not true, then Jesus is still dead, there is no forgiveness of sins and no hope of eternal life. A person must believe in the resurrection in order to be saved (Romans 10:9). Explore the undeniable evidence for the resurrection in this eye-opening Easter message.
1 Chronicles 14:8-17 - Effective prayer involves listening to God. Every decision that you make in life should be brought before the Lord in prayer. In this message, we look at examples from David's life in inquiring of God regarding important decisions. We conclude with a negative example from Saul's life where he did not obey what God told him to do. Learn how you can hear from God and carry out His plans for your life.
Matthew 6:1-18 - Prayer is something that must be learned and practiced. In this message, we look at Jesus' teaching on the topics of prayer and fasting. Learn how to pray powerful and effective prayers.
Psalms 74:1-23 - Rather than hiding our thoughts from God, He wants us to be honest with Him. From Psalm 74, we learn how to pray in times when God seems distant. When tragedy strikes, how should we pray? This passage in God's Word gives us a wonderful example of prayer in difficult times.
Genesis 15:1-18 - Prayer is not to be just a list of requests read off to God. The primary function of prayer is to build a relationship with God, to get to know Him and His will better. From an example of Abram, we learn principles of prayer as conversation, two-way communication. As you get to know God and His will better, you will see more and more of your requests answered.
Topical - Jesus said that His purpose was to seek and save the lost. Therefore the primary purpose of the church and each member thereof is also outreach. This message explores the spiritual warfare involved in outreach and the hindrances that must be overcome to be successful.
1 Corinthians 12:12-27 - The church is the body of Christ, with it's members serving one another with their God-given gifts. In this message, we contrast the common me-centered attitude with the attitude of a servant who cares about others. A serving church of brothers and sisters is what God desires and what will have an awesome impact on their world.
Topical - Jesus instructs His disciples to go and make disciples in the Great Commission. The discipling process begins with salvation and continues until the disciple is taught to obey everything God's Word commands. In this message, three basic discipleship practices for every believer are taught.
Topical - Jesus said that the love within a church should be it's defining characteristic to the world. In this message, we look at church unity, loving one another and being committed to one another in the church family. The importance of meeting together, not only in a large group, but in small groups is taught, based on the biblical text.
Topical - An essential purpose of the church is the worship of God. As we worship the uncreated God together, we become more and more like Him. Worship draws us closer to our creator and empowers us for life.
Topical - Church is not optional for the believer. Jesus died for His church and every believer must be part of a local church. In this message, we learn about God's plan to protect, provide for and guide believers through the church.
Revelation 19:1-16 - Jesus the Messiah has promised to return to earth to end human history and usher in the Kingdom of God. An understanding of Jesus' return is essential to rightly prioritize our lives. Learn the importance be always being prepared and alert for the Messiah's return.
Topical - This message examines what the Bible has to say about abortion, it's consequences and how we should respond to it. Learn how the shedding of innocent blood triggers God's judgement. Discover how you can be part of a movement that will end legal abortion soon.
Topical - Discover the connection between Jesus' last words before His ascension and His first action as the exalted Christ. Jesus is pouring out the Holy Spirit on all those who ask for His power. Receive the Spirit's power and change your world.
Acts 2:22-32 - David prophesied the Messiah's resurrection in Psalm 16. Learn the importance of the resurrection from Peter's message in Acts 2. The resurrection is the most important event in history. You must believe in the resurrection of Jesus Christ in order to be saved.
Isaiah 7:1-16 - The birth of Jesus Christ fulfilled the Old Testament prophecy of a virgin bearing a son. The son would be called Immanuel, God with us. Be encouraged this Christmas season by better understanding the significance of the birth of Christ.
Isaiah 52:13-53:10 - Jesus, the Messiah, came not as a King, but as a Suffering Servant. In this message, we are inspired by a remarkable prophesy about the Messiah in Isaiah 53. Keep your focus this Christmas season on the reason Jesus came to this earth.
Isaiah 35:3-6 - In this message, we look at a prophesy of Isaiah about the miracles of the coming Messiah. Then we see how Jesus proved to John the Baptist that He was the Messiah on account of His miracles. The Messiah's miracles continue through His church today.
Topical - The Bible records the work of the Holy Spirit from Genesis to Revelation. Yet the Spirit is little understood by many people and many churches. In this message, we look at ten important works of the Spirit to better understand and relate to Him in our lives.
1 Corinthians 14:1-40 - The gifts of the Spirit are very powerful, so they must be used in an orderly way. In this message, we look at the biblical standards for the use of spiritual gifts in a church service. These standards, particularly for tongues and prophecy, help us use the gifts properly for the strengthening of the church.
Topical - In this message of our Living in the Spirit series, we look at the nine gifts of the Spirit listed in 1 Corinthians 12. God's Word tells us to eagerly desire these gifts. They were designed by God for the common good of the church. Learn more about spiritual gifts in this informative message.
Topical - In this message, we look at three important issues from a biblical perspective. The three main issues discussed are abortion, the Supreme Court and religious freedom. How the candidates stand on these issues will help you as a Christian decide how to vote.
Topical - In this message, we look at the biblical principle that every Christian citizen has the responsibility to vote. A Christian has a responsibility to vote for the best candidate that can win. The best candidate is the one who will implement policies that protect the church and allow it to continue it's mission of evangelism.
Topical - Missionary Jack Smart shares an introduction to the Christ-centered recovery program Living Free. Training for Living Free facilitators begins in January 2017 with Living Free small groups starting soon afterward. If you or a loved one struggles with addictions or life-controlling issues, sign up to get involved with Living Free.
John 15:5-10 - A fresh look at the fruit of the Spirit. Pastor Dan examines all nine fruit of the Spirit, in light of Jesus' teaching on bearing fruit in John 15. Learn how the Spirit's fruit can grow as we obey God's Word in our relationship with God, with others and in our battle with Satan.
Topical - Learn what it means to be continually filled with the Holy Spirit in this message. What attitudes and behaviors are fruit of the Spirit-filled life? What kind of power does being filled with the Spirit give the believer to witness? Discover the answer to these questions in this insightful message.
Topical - In this message, Pastor Dan tackles the controversial topic of speaking in tongues. A study of the Bible indicates that tongues is not a minor New Testament topic. Rather, tongues are the evidence of Spirit baptism. The New Testament writers assumed that all believers were water and Spirit baptized and therefore spoke in tongues as a private prayer language. The message concludes with a discussion of the many benefits of tongues.
Topical - In Acts 2:38, Peter describes the three essentials for a new believer: salvation, water baptism and Spirit baptism. In this message, Pastor Dan shows the biblical basis for Spirit baptism subsequent to salvation. We then look at how to receive Spirit baptism and the benefits of Spirit baptism.
Topical - This message begins a new message series called "Living in the Spirit." We will be talking about the vital importance of experiencing the presence of the Holy Spirit on a daily basis. In this first message, Pastor Dan refutes some common misconceptions about the Holy Spirit and teaches a biblical view.
Luke 5:17-26 - Jesus continues to work miracles today through the Spirit for those in need. Yet many people are not aware of this miracle-working power. They need to be brought to Jesus for salvation, deliverance and healing. In this message, we investigate how believers can bring their friends and relatives to Jesus.
2 Corinthians 12:1-10 - Watch the September 4 Sunday message "When God Says No (2 Corinthians 12)" from Life Church St. Louis (Chesterfield) current message series "Experience God's Power." What can we learn when God says "No" to our prayers? Learn a surprising insight from this passage on Paul's thorn in the flesh. Sometimes, God says "No" that His power may be perfected in our weakness. #lifechurchstlouis
Matthew 12:22-37 - In this message, we look at two responses to Jesus healing a demonized man. We still see these two responses to miracles in our day. Some recognize the work of God's Spirit, while others discount the idea of miracles at all. According to Jesus, those who speak against the Spirit's miracles commit the unforgivable sin, blasphemy against the Spirit. Learn how to respond to skeptics of the miraculous in our day.
Topical - Missionaries Peter & Rachel Dell speak on their internet ministry with Assemblies of God Network 211 that is reaching millions of people around the world with the Gospel. Be encouraged and inspired by this creative ministry using 21st century technology to communicate 1st century truths.
Matthew 7:13-25 - In this passage, Jesus warns believers to be on their guard against false prophets, pastors and teachers. Learn how to distinguish true miracles from counterfeit miracles. Discover Jesus' secret of discerning a true prophet or pastor from a false one.
Acts 5:17-32 - Learn how God protects His children through angels in the midst of spiritual warfare. In this message, Pastor Dan unveils the hidden conflict and unseen spiritual reality around us. Discover what is behind the increasing persecution the church is facing in America today.
Luke 8:40-56 - In this message, we investigate two intertwined miracles of Jesus. First the healing of a woman with a long-term bleeding illness, followed by the raising of a young girl from the dead. Just as Jesus taught His disciples to work miracles, so we can learn from Jesus' example how to have faith for miracles today.
Mark 9:14-29 - In this message, we learn how Jesus dealt with His disciples' failure to work a miracle. God's Word clearly teaches that miracles are not just for the pages of the Bible. God still can and does work miracles through those who have the faith and courage to obey Him.
Luke 8:26-39 - In this message on the 240th anniversary of Independence Day, Pastor Dan talks on the ongoing battle between the Kingdom of God and the kingdom of darkness. Jesus' deliverance of a demon-possessed man in Luke 8 is an example of how the church is to engage in spiritual warfare, setting people free in the kingdom of light.
John 6:1-15 - In this message, we look at a miracle of Jesus who took the small lunch of a boy and fed a crowd of thousands. Jesus is able to take what little we have to offer and multiply it to be more than enough. If you are facing an impossible situation, learn how Jesus can provide for you as you put your trust in Him.
John 5:1-15 - In this message, we look at a healing miracle of Jesus of a man whose hope was misdirected. We learn that Jesus' healing miracles are not just of historical value. They were recorded to teach us how to experience God's power today.
Luke 7:11-23 - Jesus' ministry primarily consisted of teaching God's truth and doing miracles through the power of the Spirit. In this message, we look at both Jesus' methods and reasons for performing miracles. With Jesus as our example, we can also learn to experience God's power in our lives today.
Exodus 14:7-31 - Many attempt to explain away the supernatural miracles recorded in the Bible. However, miracles cannot be explained by scientific laws. In this message, we study the great miracle of God's deliverance of Israel from the Egyptian army through the Red Sea. Learn how God's power can protect you today.
Topical - In this message, we see how Jesus' Great Commission commands every believer to both be disciples and to disciple others. The goal of discipleship is to obey everything that Jesus commanded. Every Life Church attender is encouraged to sign up for our Thrive Spiritual Growth Course.
Topical - In this message, you will learn the basics of sharing God's overall plan for people's lives as well as the details of His plan of salvation. Be prepared to be a witness for Jesus every day. Learn to live the exciting life that God created you to live. ‪#‎lifechurchstlouis‬
Topical - In this message, we look in detail at the baptism in the Holy Spirit. This gift of the Father provides the believer with the power to carry out their mission in life. It is one of the three essentials for an effective spiritual life: repentance and faith in Jesus, water baptism and Spirit baptism. Learn how to receive the baptism in the Spirit in this important message.
Topical - An encouraging message for mothers on the role of the Spirit in their lives. Learn how to keep in step with the Spirit and to grow in the fruit of the Spirit. God wants to equip you to walk with His Spirit each and every day.
Topical - This message looks at the past, present and future aspects of celebrating the ordinance of communion. Learn about the special presence of the Holy Spirit to bring wholeness and healing, as you remember Jesus and examine your life in His light.
Topical - In this message, we look at the fourth petition of the Lord's Prayer, "Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one." God's Word teaches us how to resist temptation and to resist the devil. Learn the secrets of gaining the victory over your enemy and living in God's protection and blessing.
Topical - In this message, we learn that Jesus taught that forgiving others is required for God to forgive us. Learn how to forgive those who have hurt you deeply and be released from the bondage of unforgiveness.
Topical - In our third message on the Lord's Prayer in the series Prayer Living, we look at the request "Give us today our daily bread." Your heavenly Father wants to meet your needs, as you make His Kingdom your priority in life. In this message, we learn how putting God first in your finances brings God's blessing into your life.
Topical - In this message, Pastor Dan discusses the second petition in the Lord's Prayer "your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." We learn that God's kingdom is present where His will is being done. In other words, God's kingdom advances with obedience.
Revelation 1:5-18 - In this Easter message, Pastor Dan establishes the historicity of the resurrection. Then he moves on to study the apostle John's description of Jesus Christ, The Living One. Learn how Jesus, The Living One, can impact your life today.
Topical - For many people, their view of their heavenly father is tainted by their experience with their natural father. In this message, we learn to see our heavenly father as He truly is. Furthermore, we learn to pray that His name would be honored as holy, both in our lives and the lives of those around us. As we do, we are able to receive all the good gifts our heavenly Father has for us to fulfill His purpose in our lives.
Topical - In this message, we teach the importance of water baptism by immersion for every believer, after they have believed. Learn the truth from God's Word, as opposed to the unbiblical tradition that many churches teach concerning baptism.
Topical - God has a plan and purpose for every believer's life. He has work for you to do. That work involves loving God and loving your neighbor. In this message, we unpack what involved in loving people with God's help. Learn how to meet people's practical and greatest needs.
Topical - Everyone worships something or someone. What you worship you become like. So, what you worship is incredibly important.
What is worship all about and why is it so important? Learn the essential truths of worship taught in the Bible. ‪#‎lifechurchstlouis‬
Topical - Learn three important aspects of walking with God. Experience God's continual presence, join with what God is doing and follow God's leading. God created you to walk with Him and enjoy life serving Him.
Topical - In this message, we focus on helping a new believer with an understanding of salvation and how they can begin to grow in their relationship with Jesus. It is the responsibility of every believer to obey Jesus' command to bring others to salvation and disciple them to obey everything Jesus commanded. Learn how to be a disciple and to make disciples.
Topical - Learn how to share the three main benefits of being a disciple of Jesus with those who are searching. Then learn the simple three step process in guiding someone to become a believer. This important message will empower you to be used by God in great ways.
Topical - Missionary Jim Hall presents practical principles of discipling new believers who will in turn make more disciples. Learn how every believer can follow Jesus' Great Commission and expand God's kingdom.
Matthew 9:36-38 - Compassion motivated Jesus to seek and save the lost. We must also begin to see those without Christ as harassed and helpless, sheep without a shepherd. Moved by compassion, we can participate in the adventure of expanding God's kingdom.
Topical - Jim Hall (Assemblies of God Missionary) shares principles of relational evangelism from his new book "Sent to Your Neighbors." These biblical principles will help you lead your friends and relatives to become disciples of Jesus Christ and be added to the church.
Matthew 28:18-20 - In this first message of the New Year, we are encouraged to put our priorities in order, with seeking God's kingdom at the top. Each believer is challenged to put the Great Commission into action in their own lives and see at least one believer added to the church. A plan for discipling every attender will also be implemented in 2016.
Luke 1:26-38 - In this message we learn some important lessons from Mary's interaction with the angel Gabriel. No matter what we may think of God's plans, nothing is impossible with God. A humble trust in God's power will allow us to receive all the blessings of living God's way.
Isaiah 9:1-7 - Isaiah prophesied 700 years before the birth of Jesus about a child that would be born of a virgin. This child would be God Himself and would be destined to rule the universe. Learn how the impact of this extraordinary birth changed our world forever.
Luke 1:5-25 - This message will encourage those who are waiting and hoping on a promise from God. Don't give up, for in due time, the answer will come, if you keep on praying and believing. Learn a lesson from the life of Zechariah and Elizabeth about hope.
Ephesians 4:1-16 - God never intended believers to live by themselves. Believers are designed by God to live in a church community. In this message, we learn that living in community includes, but is much more than simply attending Sunday worship services. Discover the blessing of living in community.
2 Chronicles 20:1-30 - In this message, we look at how King Jehoshaphat faces the biggest challenge of his life. We learn some basic principles on seeking and receiving God's guidance. Discover how to hear from God in every decision.
Matthew 25:14-40 - This message explores a hard-hitting parable of Jesus commonly called the "Parable of the Talents." We learn that everything we have is not ours to do with as we please. God has entrusted His resources to us to put to work for His kingdom. Therein is blessing in this life and great reward in the next.
Topical - Missionary Eric Spencer shares his call and vision for reaching the children of the Republic of Congo with the Gospel. Be encouraged and inspired by his choice to leave a comfortable life for the rigors of missionary work in Africa. Eric & Amy are part of Assemblies of God World Missions, one of the largest missionary teams in the world.
Acts 10:1-48 - In order for someone to become a believer, barriers must be broken, but in the unbeliever and in the believer seeking to reach them. In this message, we see how God orchestrated breaking the barriers to reach the Gentiles to learn how to be barrier breakers today.
1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 - According to Jesus, being a disciple involves believing in Him, being baptized and learning to obey everything in God's Word. In this message, we explore how disciples are built through discipleship. Every believer should be being discipled and/or discipling someone else.
1 Chronicles 29:1-14 - Everything in the universe belongs to God. He gives us everything good that we have. As we learn to give back to God, He can entrust us with more resources to build His kingdom. Learn the secrets of generous giving that results in God's blessing on your life.
Amos 5:4-24 - In this ancient prophecy of Amos to Israel, we find the keys to seeing change in our city of St. Louis. Learn how to be part of God's solution to the problems facing St. Louis in this encouraging and thought-provoking message.
Acts 17:16-32 - As believers, how do we reach out to those who are not yet believers? In this message, we look at the example of Paul who used different strategies to reach different kinds of people. Learn how you can make a difference in the lives of the people you know for Christ.
Revelation 4:1-5:14 - In this message, we look to the book of Revelation to discover what heaven is like. As a believer, our task is to bring heaven to earth. Worship is the principal activity of heaven. Worship of Jesus transforms us into becoming more and more like Him.
2 Kings 22:1-23:25 - The time that Josiah was born into has many parallels to our day, including the celebration of homosexuality and child sacrifice. In this message, we see how the discovery of the truth of God's Word turned a society around. Learn how God's Word can turn your life around.
Nehemiah 1:1-2:9 - In this message, we learn more about the power of prayer through the experience of Nehemiah. Nehemiah's prayer teaches us four basic prayer principles that are often overlooked. Discover how to make your prayers more powerful and effective.
Exodus 33:7-23 - Time with God should be our number one priority every day. In this message, we learn how and why to spend time with God, speaking to Him as one would a friend. Time with God is the first step in basic training for believers who desire to grow as soldiers of Jesus Christ.
2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 - In this final message of our Spiritual Warfare series, we look at how to stand firm in the face of false teaching in the last days. The lawlessness prophesied in this passage is increasing in our day. This lawlessness is exemplified in the Supreme Court decisions legalizing abortion and homosexual marriage.
Job 1:1-17 - This message explores the age-old question of why bad things happen to godly people. Understanding how God allows Satan to test believers, gives us the key to trusting God when under attack. Learn how to encourage others who are facing difficult times.
Revelation 12:1-12 - In this message, the book of Revelation unveils the spiritual warfare going on in the heavens. Learn the three keys to overcoming Satan, the accuser of believers.
Mark 5:1-20 - In this message, we look at an incredible story of Jesus freeing a madman from thousands of demons. Those demons and many more are still active in our world today. Learn how to stand against and defeat them in the power of Jesus Christ.
James 4:1-10 - Inside every believer there is a war within fought with selfish desires. In this message we learn how losing the war within negatively affects our relationships without. However, when we learn how to win the war within, God can use us powerfully in the war without.
Ephesians 6:10-19 - Our enemy, the devil, prowls about like a roaring lion, seeking to devour the unprotected. In this message, we learn to put on the full armor of God as we wage spiritual warfare against unseen forces of evil.
Genesis 3:1-7 - The first temptation of mankind by the serpent illustrates the three types of temptation that we all face. The serpent's strategy in the garden of Eden is at the heart of every temptation. Knowing his strategy will prepare you to resist temptation with God's help.
Matthew 4:1-11 - In this message, we learn how to face temptation through the example of Jesus. Discover how the three temptations that Jesus faced are the same kind of temptations that you face. Jesus overcame the tempter using God's Word and so can you.
2 Corinthians 11:2-15 - In the message, we learn how Satan works through false teachers to lead people astray. You will learn how to detect the deception that is increasingly prevalent in these last days.
Acts 10:1-48 - The promise of the Father is the baptism in the Holy Spirit, available to believers of every race, every nationality and every time. In this message, we look at how Cornelius sought after God and found Him, as God revealed Jesus and the power of the Spirit to Cornelius and his household. Discover how to receive the promise of the Father for yourself and your family.
Acts 9:32-43 - Jesus said that His followers would do the same miracles that He did. In Acts 9, we see Peter bringing healing to a paralytic and raising a dead woman to life. The power to heal is released into the church through the Holy Spirit and continues to this day. In the message, Pastor Dan relates the story of John Smith being raised to life in St. Louis in 2015 after drowning and being without a pulse for over 45 minutes. Learn how you can be healed through prayer.
Acts 8:26-40 - How can you hear God speak to you? In this message, we answer that question from the example of Philip in Acts 8. Learn how the Spirit's voice guided Philip into an amazing encounter with an Ethiopian eunuch. The end result was a life changed for eternity and the Gospel continuing to spread.
Acts 9:1-22 - In this message, we look at the experience of two men, Saul and Ananias. Saul, the persecutor was transformed by God's power into a champion for Christ. Ananias was used by God as an instrument of transformation. Learn how God can transform your life and use you to transform others through His power.
Acts 8:4-25 - In this message, we study the methods of Philip, the evangelist, including the confrontation with Simon the sorcerer. We learn that the apostles made sure that all new believers followed the pattern of Pentecost: repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, water baptism and baptism in the Holy Spirit.
Acts 6:1-7:60 - In this Mother's Day message, we look at some lessons from the life of Stephen. Stephen was not an apostle, yet he was full of the Spirit and volunteered to serve the needy widows. As Stephen was faithful to serve, God used him mightily, even as he sacrificed his life for others.
Acts 5:12-42 - Discover the connection between Spirit-empowered signs and wonders and being a witness for Jesus. Why is the church in America not growing? Simply a lack of Acts 1:8 power in the church. Learn how you can receive God's power to witness.
Acts 3:1-4:31 - In this message, we learn how to demonstrate God's power, how to stand for God's power when opposed and how to pray for the increase of God's power in our lives and church.
Acts 2:1-39 - In this message, we look at what happened at Pentecost, the explanation of Pentecost and the implications of Pentecost for today. The prophet Joel prophesied that the outpouring of the Spirit at Pentecost was just the beginning and would last throughout the last days.
Acts 1:1-11 - Jesus instructed His disciples when He left to wait for the power of the Holy Spirit. In this message, we seek to understand the importance of Jesus' command to our lives today.
Matthew 28:1-20 - The message of Easter is that the power of the Holy Spirit raised Jesus from the dead. The mission of Easter is to go in that power and tell every nation about Jesus Christ.
John 13:1-17 - Learn how to grow as a servant through Jesus' example of washing his disciples' feet and teaching. Servanthood is the avenue for blessing and advancement in the kingdom of God.
Ephesians 6:10-19 - You are in the battle of spiritual warfare, whether you know it or not. Learn how to put God's armor on, engage the enemy and win the victory in this eye-opening message.
- Veteran missionaries to Mexico David & Kelly Godzwa share what God has been doing in their ministry and their vision for the future on the Yucatan peninsula. Be encouraged by their stories of life transformation and determine to be a missionary in your own city.
1 Corinthians 3:9-17 - This message encourages each believer to be involved in building the church as a major priority in their lives. The foundation of the church is Jesus Christ and our work on that foundation will be judged at the last day.
1 Corinthians 9:19-27 - In this message, you will learn how to get in the race, run well and persevere to finish the race and receive your eternal crown.
Galatians 5:16-25 - In this message, you will discover the secret of walking with the Spirit and having victory over the sinful nature. A disciple of Jesus Christ is controlled by the Holy Spirit in all that they do and are blessed.
1 Peter 1:13-2:3 - Learn how to grow to spiritual maturity with the principles revealed in this message. Spiritual growth is an essential requirement to fulfill God's plan for your life.
Luke 14:25-33 - Discover what Jesus says it takes to be His disciple in this first message of the Bondservant series.
Revelation 19:1-10 - Learn how history ends and eternity begins with the ultimate wedding. This wedding culminates the love story between God and man begun in creation. Discover how you can be part of that ultimate wedding and live happily ever after.
1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 - Learn what to expect and how to prepare for the day of the Lord. Invest your life in heaven by making your priorities eternal.
Luke 16:1-13 - Learn the secret of impacting eternity with the resources that God has entrusted to you. Multiplying forever friends is the purpose of every true believer.
2 Peter 3:3-13 - Discover why Jesus hasn't returned yet and how we can hasten His return through our lives. Your eyes will be opened to a new appreciation of God's ultimate plan with this message.
Matthew 25:1-13 - In this message, we do an in-depth study of Jesus' parable of the ten virgins. Learn the principles of living for God here and now in light of Jesus' prophetic teaching on the end times.
Revelation 22:12-16 - Expand your thinking this Christmas of who Jesus truly is. Jesus is the Alpha & Omega, the Beginning and the End, the First and the Last. Bow your knee and confess Him as Lord of all.
Ezekiel 43:1-12 - Learn how the vision of Ezekiel's temple relates to John's vision of the new heaven and earth. More importantly, how can we apply these truths to our lives today.
1 Corinthians 15:12-52 - God has an incredible future for every believer. A future involving the resurrection of our mortal bodies into eternal spiritual bodies. Learn how your future can help you live and prioritize your todays.
Malachi 3:1-4:6 - In this message, we look at the difficult situation in Ferguson in light of God's judgment. God's judgment purifies the righteous and punished the wicked. Learn how to respond righteously in today's divided society.
Joel 2:12-32 - In the Bible, the judgments of God on nations are called days of the Lord. In this message, we look at God's judgments, past, present and future. Are you ready for the climactic day of the Lord at the return of Jesus?
2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 - In the last days, God's Word tells us that we will face increasing radical evil. However, at the same time, God's kingdom will also be increasing in power. Be encouraged as this message builds your faith for the future.
Mark 13:1-37 - Jesus' prophetic teaching on the events leading up to the destruction of the temple is linked to the events of the last days. Learn how this teaching relates to your life here and now. Learn what to be on your guard about in this intriguing message.
John 14:1-14 - Learn from Jesus' own teaching what Jesus is doing in heaven now and why He will come back. Understanding the culmination of history is essential to living for Jesus in the present last days.
Acts 2:2-47:0 - The Bible speaks extensively about the last days. In this message, we discover when the last days are and what are their characteristics. Learn how to be prepared in this practical message.
Luke 12:16-34 - Jesus gave us the principles to defeat worry in our lives. Discover the hidden links between the parable of the rich fool and Jesus' teaching on worry in this insightful message.
Genesis 15-17 - In this message, we do a case study on a wrong decision from the life of Abram. This wrong decision had long-term consequences that have lasted to our day. Learn how to identify and recover from wrong decisions with God's help.
John 14:15-27 - Discover how to hear the Holy Spirit's whisper and receive God's guidance. In Jesus' teaching in John 14, He instructs believers on how to receive guidance from the Spirit as their Counselor.
Luke 11:1-13 - To receive God's guidance, we must learn to patiently pray until we receive God's wisdom. In this message, we take an in-depth look at Jesus' teaching on prayer in Luke 11.
2 Timothy 3:10-17 - In order to make wise decisions, you need to get good counsel. In this message, we learn how to discern good counsel from bad counsel. The end result is that we can grow in making God-pleasing decisions in our lives.
Proverbs 3:1-12 - How can you make wise decisions and avoid foolish decisions? In this message, we look at the ancient wisdom of Proverbs to discover God's keys to wisdom.
Romans 12:1-12 - God created both you and a unique plan for your life. In this message, we unpack how to discern God's will for your life. In addition, God has gifted you with everything you need to carry out your unique plan. Leave behind boring and live the adventure you were created for.
Acts 20:22-24 - Knowing and following God's will is not always easy. In this message, we learn some of the biblical principles to follow when making difficult decisions. What do you do when godly counsel and the guidance of the Holy Spirit conflict? Don't miss this helpful message.
Isaiah 58:1-9 - Ever wonder why God seems silent or doesn't seem to answer your prayers? In this message, The Silence of God, we look at a situation where God did not answer the prayers of His people. Discover what the problem was and God's solution.
Ephesians 1:3-14 - In this message, we look at God's great purposes for which He chose and predestined believers in Christ. People become included in Christ's purposes by hearing and believing the Gospel. Our lives are to be lived with the purpose of glorifying God and participating in bringing everything into submission to the Lordship of Christ. Expand your thinking and perspective as we study this incredible passage.
Jeremiah 29:1-14 - No matter what you're going through or have gone through in the past, God has purposes for your life. In this message, we look at the purposes that God had for the lives of the Babylonian exiles. These people were undergoing God's judgment, yet they were the recipients of one of the most encouraging promises in the Bible, Jeremiah 29:11. Learn to love the purposes that God has for your life through the principles in this message.
1 John 4:7-21 - Many people today think that they can find God outside of His church. In this study, we learn that a mark of a true believer is love for fellow believers in the context of a church family. The love of a believer for other believers is an expression of God's love.
Numbers 12:1-15 - All the people in the world came from one couple, Adam and Eve. The various people groups or races did not evolve separately. As all people are created in God's image, God desires for unity in His church with no discrimination by race, color or age. In this lesson, we learn of God's judgment on prejudice based on nationality and skin color. Although churches are the most segregated institutions in America, Life Church is a church for all nationalities, races and ages.
2 Timothy 3:1-17 - God's Word contains the truth that our creator has revealed to us. Although some ignore God's Word and others misuse it through false teaching, God has given us instruction to learn from His Word. In this message, you will learn to identify false teaching that is so prevalent in our society and grow through God's Word.
Psalms 119:113-120 - Do you love God's Word? Those who truly love God will love God's Word and make it a priority in their lives. God's Word is the revelation of the creator of the universe to His creatures of how to relate to their creator and live the life they were created to live. Learn how to be in awe of the Word of God through the principles in this message.
John 21:1-19 - In this message, we look at how Jesus restored Peter to a life of loving God and serving God's family. Love for God is not to be just emotion, but is demonstrated in actively showing love for Jesus' church through service. Learn how to grow in serving others and reap the blessing of God in your life.
Psalms 116:1-19 - Loving God with all that you have is one of life's top priorities. In this message, we look at worship as a lifestyle for expressing our love for God. Learn the blessing of growing closer in your relationship with Jesus Christ through worship.
Psalms 112:1-10 - In this message, we study God's Word to discover the keys to being a blessed father. A blessed father exemplifies a godly character in a variety of areas of life. Learn how to receive the blessing of God for your life and extend that blessing to others.
Mark 4:1-25 - Jesus teaches us that people respond to the Gospel in four different ways. Only one of these ways results in eternal life that bears fruit for God in this life. In this message, we learn to discern how people respond to God's Word and so be encouraged to respond rightly ourselves and to be His witnesses.
Acts 8:26-40 - In this message, we use the encounter of Philip with a stranger to learn some principles of witnessing to strangers. God still guides believers through His Spirit to impact both friends and strangers with the Good News of Jesus.
John 1:35-51 - One of the most important things in life for a believer is talking with others about Jesus. In this message, we learn some principles about talking with friends from the example of Jesus and His first disciples. Learn how to be bold and spread the good news of Jesus within your circle of influence.
Luke 15:25-35 - Many teachers and pastors proclaim how easy it is to follow Jesus. Yet, in this passage, we see that Jesus says it is very difficult to be His disciple. Jesus encourages each person to count the cost of following Him before they commit their entire lives to Him. Learn what it truly means to believe in Jesus and follow Him in this challenging message.
Matthew 15:21-28 - Two thousands years ago, Satan had a certain woman's daughter in his grip. This mother relentlessly pursued an answer from Jesus until her request was granted. Learn the principles from her quest that will help mothers of the 21st century protect and break Satan's hold on their children.
Luke 19:1-11 - Jesus came to seek and save the lost. In today's passage, Jesus reaches a wealthy, yet hated, tax collector named Zacchaeus and brings salvation to his home. Learn how to reach the unlikely people in your life by following Jesus' example.
Luke 9:18-23 - In this message, Dr. David Bailey examines Jesus' command to His disciples to deny themselves, take up their cross and follow Him. Learn how to follow Jesus as Lord of your life.
1 Corinthians 15:1-58 - The resurrection of Jesus Christ, a proven historical fact, changes your past, present and future if you put your trust in Him. Learn how the resurrection is an integral part of the Gospel and how the power of Christ's resurrection can change your life.
Luke 10:25-37 - Learn how to communicate God's truth creatively from following Jesus' example. Discover how Jesus used questions to engage an expert and turn his world upside down. In this message, you will learn that the lesson of the parable of the Good Samaritan is not what you think it is.
Acts 10:1-48 - Learn how to share the Good News with people very different than yourself. God prepares both the seeker and His witness so that the Good News can be communicated effectively through the power of the Holy Spirit.
John 4:4-42 - In this message, we look at an incredible story of how Jesus got a very unlikely person interested in spiritual truth. Learn from Jesus, the world changer, how you can change your world by engaging people in conversation about biblical truth.
Colossians 3:5-4:6 - A believer's life should be so different from the lives of unbelievers that they should stand out like a star in a black night. In this message, we look at behaviors that God commands us to cultivate and behaviors God commands us to rid ourselves of. As we grow more and more like Jesus, our influence with outsiders will increase. When we pray, God will give open doors to share God's truth.
Luke 15:11-24 - Jesus told the parable of the prodigal son to illustrate the attitude that believers should have toward the lost. In this message, we look at the examples that Jesus gave us as motivations to reach out to the lost with the love of Christ. Learn the importance and excitement about making a difference for eternity with your life.
Luke 11:1-1:13 - In His teaching on prayer in Luke 11, Jesus shows us what passionate prayer is all about. Learn about levels of prayer intensity and how not to miss out on the blessings that God has for you. In this conclusion to our series, Praying with Jesus, we learn to take our prayer life to a new level of power and effectiveness.
Revelation 4:1-11 - Effective prayers are prayers that are prayed for God's glory with a goal of seeing God's will done on earth as it is in heaven. In this message, we look into the worship going on in heaven, to learn better how to pray and worship here on earth.
John 17:6-19 - Jesus taught us to pray for protection from temptation and evil. In this message, we look more closely at how we should pray and live to take advantage of God's protection. Learn how to live in safety as you follow God's plan for your life.
Matthew 18:21-35 - In the Lord's prayer, Jesus instructs us to ask for forgiveness, as we have forgiven those who have sinned against us. Jesus further clarifies His teaching on forgiveness in the parable of the unmerciful servant. In this message, we look at this rarely preached on topic of the connection between God's forgiveness of our sins and our forgiving others. Learn how to break free from unforgiveness and experience God's forgiveness in your own life.
Luke 12:22-34 - In this message, we look at the phrase in the Lord's Prayer "Give us today our daily bread." We discover that prayer is the antidote for worry. Jesus teaches us that worry is not something that should trouble believers. In fact, to worry is to sin by not trusting God to meet your needs. Learn how to be set free from worry and anxiety with this powerful message.
Matthew 25:31-46 - What does it mean to pray "your kingdom come"? In this message, we look at Jesus' teaching on the culmination of the kingdom to better understand how what it means to pray kingdom prayers. Learn how an understanding of Christ's return can impact your prayer life and daily life as you walk with God.
Isaiah 6:1-8 - In this message, we study Isaiah's vision of the Lord being worshiped in heaven by fiery seraphs. The holiness of the Lord prompted an amazing response in Isaiah. Learn how we should respond to God's holiness and live out His purpose in our lives. This message explores in greater detail the phrase in the Lord's prayer, "Hallowed by your name."
Matthew 6:5-15 - In this message, Pastor Dan explores Jesus' teaching regarding praying to your Father in heaven. We learn that proper motives, proper respect and proper balance are essential ingredients of prayers that God answers. You are invited to join us on a journey to powerful and effective praying as we study God's Word in this series.
John 14:1-27 - In this passage, Jesus makes the bold claim to be the one and only way to God the Father. In this message, we look at the place that Jesus is preparing for each believer in the Father's house and His promise to take us there. Knowing our destination and being assured of Jesus getting us there, we can have peace in this life. Even though the world is full of trouble, Jesus brings peace to His followers.
John 11:3-44 - In this Christmas message, we look at the importance of Jesus' claim to be the resurrection and the life. The baby who was born that first Christmas brought eternity to our time-bound world. Those who choose to believe in Jesus Christ experience eternal life and will never die. Expand your mind about the significance of Christmas through this thought-provoking message.
John 10:1-21 - Jesus warns His followers about the thief who comes to steal, kill and destroy. In this message, we discover the security that Jesus, the good shepherd, brings to His flock. Learn how you conquer fear and anxiety and grow in your trust of Jesus' care.
John 8:12-30 - Jesus claimed to be "the light of the world." In this message, we look at the questions critics were asking of Jesus and His extraordinary answers. From this passage, we learn much more about who Jesus is and how He can guide our lives. Discover how the light of Jesus can shine in and through your life this Christmas.
John 6:25-57 - This first message in our Christmas series, The Child Who Changed the World Forever, is about Jesus' audacious claim to be the bread of life. Learn more about Jesus' teaching and how He can be your provision in this life and for eternity.
Philippians 4:4-9 - The Bible teaches that an attitude of thanksgiving pleases God and brings great blessing. In this message, we look at a passage in Philippians 4:4-9 that show us how to be filled with joy, thanksgiving and peace. Learn how to grow in thanksgiving with this practical message.
Matthew 28:18-20 - In this message, Dr. Dan Walker shares God's dream for Life Church St. Louis. We see how Jesus' Great Commission principles apply to the future of Life Church. In this message, you will learn how God is working through Life Church in preparation for even greater things in the future. Become part of God's dream at Life Church.
Genesis 49:22-26 - As we look over the life of Joseph, we see a life of persevering faith. In this message, we look at prophetic words over Joseph, as well as what the Bible has to say about Joseph's life, in order to learn how to persevere in our own faith.
Genesis 45:1-15 - Unforgiveness will undermine God's dream for your life and keep you in bondage. In this message, we learn principles of learning to forgive from the life of Joseph. We see how Joseph was able to forgive his brother's horrendous abuse and see his family reconciled.
Genesis 41:33-57 - A dream from God without a plan to implement it will never be fulfilled. In this message, we learn some principles from the life of Joseph on the necessity of planning to bring God's dreams for your life into reality.
Genesis 40:1-41:32 - God wants to speak to His children and guide them in His dream for their lives. God speaks through the Bible and God speaks directly through supernatural means. In this message, we learn how God communicated with dreams and interpretations in and through the life of Joseph. Learn how to hear from God about His dream for your life.
Genesis 39:1-6 - Life often is like a roller coaster ride, filled up ups and downs. From Joseph's life story, we can learn how the presence of God can help us through life's ups and downs. God wants to teach us how to live with integrity in all life's seasons.
Genesis 39:6-20 - Temptation is a challenge to God's dream for your life. Giving in to temptation will derail your dream, whereas resisting temptation will move your dream forward. In this message, we learn some principles from Joseph's life and how he handled temptation to enable us to grow stronger in resisting Satan's traps and false dreams.
Genesis 37:12-36 - When God give you a dream, there will always be challenges. In this message series, we look at the first major challenge to the fulfillment of Joseph's dreams. Learn how to trust God with your dream when all looks lost.
Genesis 37:5-11 - God is a supernatural God who directs His children. In this message, we look at the dreams that God gave Joseph and his father, Jacob. These God-given dreams were God's plans for their lives, which were ultimately fulfilled. Learn how to seek God for His dreams for your life and see them fulfilled in God's time.
Genesis 37:1-4 - The first message of our series "Keep Your Dream Alive" explores the background to Joseph's Story. We learn how God selected Joseph's family and used it to prepare Joseph for his God-given dream. In the same way, God uses your family background and past to prepare you for His dream for your life.
Colossians 3:18-4:6 - What is your motivation in life? In this concluding message from Colossians, Pastor Dan Walker teaches how doing everything in the name of the Lord Jesus can motivate our entire lives. In this very practical message, God's Word gives principles on family and job relationships, as well as reaching out to those who are not yet believers.
Colossians 3:2-17 - For the believer, Jesus is their life. In this practical message, learn the secrets of putting to death your old self and putting on the new self, created in Christ Jesus. Rather than running from difficulties in relationships, learn how to embrace them as a means to growing spiritually.
Colossians 2:6-23 - Jesus Christ lives in every believer and makes possible a life of freedom. Yet, many are being taken captive through hollow philosophy and human traditions. In this message, Dr. Dan Walker explores some of the common human traditions and worldly rules that have proliferated in the church and caused people to lose connection with Jesus.
Colossians 1:15-23 - Jesus is Lord of the universe and Lord of the church. For every believer, Jesus is Lord. In this message, we explore the implications of the Lordship of Jesus Christ in the life of a disciple of Jesus.
Colossians 1:3-14 - The first message in our series, Jesus Your Everything, explores an incredible apostolic prayer that can serve as a model and a guide to your future with Jesus. Learn more about the importance of thanksgiving and God's will for your life as we begin this intensive study of the book of Colossians.
Isaiah 55:1-13 - Jesus taught us that man does not live by bread alone, but by God's Word. In this message, we see how God's Word is essential spiritual food for life. Without it, our spiritual lives weaken, but with it, we grow strong. Learn how to be blessed and be a blessing through the Bible, God's Word.
Joshua 1:1-9 - God's Word gives the strength and courage you need to carry out God's purpose for your life. In this message, we learn the principles of living a successful and prosperous life, from God's direction to the leader Joshua. The importance of God's Word to provide encouragement and guidance are key.
Psalms 119:97-108 - God's Word has been given to us by God to provide guidance for our lives. In this message, Dr. Dan Walker, discusses why the Bible is essential to keeping our lives on track with God's plan. Learn how to use God's Word to inform and guide your decisions.
Matthew 13:1-23 - The Bible teaches that obedience to God's Word brings blessings, while disobedience brings curses. In this message, Dr. Dan Walker opens up the Jesus' parable of the sower to help you apply God's Word to your life. Learn the secrets of the kingdom that will help you both receive and sow the seed of the Word.
John 1:1-18 - In this message, Pastor Dan explores the relationship between Jesus and God's Word. Jesus is the Word, the exact representation of the invisible God. The whole of Scripture is focused on Jesus Christ. The more you love Jesus, the more you will love God's Word. Learn how to grow in your love for and understanding of God's Word through this message.
Deuteronomy 6:1-9 - In this message, Pastor Dan Walker, teaches how success as a father comes through God's Word. In this first message in the series "The Book of Life", the priority of the Bible as a guide for life is explained. Learn how the Bible can teach you about God and His plan for your life in this intriguing message.
Matthew 9:35-10:8 - Jesus' ministry involved two major activities, teaching God's truth and demonstrating God's power, primarily through healing. In this message, we look at how believers and the church today can follow Jesus' approach to ministry and outreach.
Mark 5:1-17 - Jesus' healing ministry teaches us many important principles. In this message, Pastor Dan looks at the relationship between demons and sickness. The Bible teaches that sometimes demons are involved in sickness and sometimes they are not. As we learn to recognize the characteristics of demonic involvement, we are better able to pray for healing and deliverance.
Matthew 8:5-17 - What is the role of faith in healing? What does Jesus have to say about the faith of the people He healed? In this message, we look at what the Bible has to say about faith and healing. This biblical teaching presents a balanced view of a controversial topic and will cause your faith to grow.
Matthew 8:1-4 - The ministry of Jesus consisted of two main activities, teaching and healing. In this message, we explore how the church and today's believers should follow Jesus in these ministries. Specifically, Pastor Dan Walker addresses the question of whether healing is God's will today.
Luke 19:29-48 - When Jesus entered into Jerusalem, different groups of people reacted very differently to Him. In this message, Dr. Dan Walker shows the path to hope in your life, by responding to Jesus' presence in your life.
Topical - In this message, Dr. David Bailey, Director of the StarBridge Counseling Center on the Life Church campus, shows how God's Word and Spirit can lead you into health in every area of your life.
Daniel 2:1-48 - In this message, we look at three incredible situations in Daniel's life, where certain defeat was turned into victory through God's power. Daniel and his three friends lived in the pagan nation of Babylon, yet remained true to their faith in God. The parallels to the post-Christian era we are entering into in America are clear, as are the timeless principles for living for God no matter the cost.
Joshua 2:1-21 - One of the unlikely heroes of faith in the Bible is the prostitute, Rahab. In her incredible journey from bondage to freedom, we learn principles that will help us experience true freedom in our lives in the 21st century.
Genesis 22:1-19 - God has a dream for your life, but perhaps that dream does not seem to be happening. Or perhaps, God's dream for your life may seem dead. In this message, based on the story of Abraham's sacrifice of Isaac, Pastor Dan Walker unlocks the biblical principles for making your dream live once more. We see that it is Jesus who gives life to us and our God-given dream.
John 20:1-29 - Jesus' resurrection from the dead brought a new day to the earth. In this message, Dr. Dan Walker looks at how the resurrection impacted three different kinds of people and brought them to a new day in their lives. Learn how that first Easter can impact your life in this thought-provoking message.
Ephesians 1:3-14 - God has incredible blessings for your life in Christ. When you understand that you have been greatly blessed, your heart will be filled with praise to God. A person who is continually praising God walks in joy as they follow God.
2 Corinthians 12:1-10 - God allows weaknesses into everyone's life for His purposes. Paul's thorn in the flesh was given by God to keep him from pride. Your weaknesses are opportunities for God to pour His grace and strength into your life. In this message by Pastor Dan Walker, learn how to turn your weakness into His strength.
Hebrews 10:1-18 - In this message, we learn how the sacrifices of the Old Testament pointed forward to the incredible sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Christ's once and for all sacrifice of Himself makes available complete forgiveness from everyone who believes. Discover how to walk with God without guilt and with a clean conscience in this message by Pastor Dan Walker.
Ephesians 4:17-32 - In this message by Pastor Dan Walker, we learn the secret of being transformed into the new creation that God made us to become. Discover how to put off your old self and put on the new self, that is wired by God for success.
Psalms 139:1-24 - In this message from Psalm 139, we learn about how God sees the people He has created. You have been wonderfully made, perfectly designed to carry out God's plan for your life. Every one of the days ordained for you by God has been pre-written in His book. Learn how to cooperate with God in fulfilling His plan. See also: Alexander Tsiaras: Conception to birth -- visualized
Romans 8:28-39 - God sees you as someone that He desires to love forever. In this message, learn how you can remain in God's love from which nothing can separate you. Understanding the enormity of God's love for you can release you to take risks for God's kingdom.
John 4:4-42 - In this message, we look at an incredible example from Jesus' ministry of sharing the truth. Jesus teaches us how to move from everyday conversation into conversations having eternal significance. Learn principles that will help you share God's truth with others.
Ephesians 4:1-16 - As members of the body of Christ, believers have the privilege and responsibility of serving one another. As you grow in serving others, you mature spiritually and the whole church body is built up. Learn from this important teaching from Ephesians 4 how you can grow spiritually.
James 1:19-25 - Many people think the Bible is outdated. Yet others believe that Bible knowledge is the key to success. In this message, we learn that putting God's Word into practice with His help is the way to blessing.
1 Corinthians 12:12-27 - What is a church all about? In this message, we see that God sees your church as Christ's body, made up of many different parts or believers. As we begin to see that commitment to a church body involves growth with other believers, our whole perspective changes. God seeks to place people in the church body of His choice to cause growth of each person and the entire church.
2 Chronicles 7:11-15 - The foundational goal for any believer in the New Year is to seek God's face. In this message, based on 2 Chronicles 7:14, we look at the conditions for effective prayer that releases God's blessing for His purposes.
Matthew 25:1-13 - Jesus has promised to return to this earth. At His second coming, all will be made right. In this message, we look at a parable of Jesus to understand how we are to live in light of His coming.
Topical - This message explores the biblical reasons for the importance of Christmas. Jesus's birth 2000 years ago changed our world forever. Learn how Christmas impacts you and your family.
Topical - In this world filled with evil and pain, Jesus is our only hope. In this message, we look at how Jesus brings hope, for with God, nothing is impossible.
Luke 18:35-43 - As you read the Gospels, you find that one of the most common ministries of Jesus was healing. The Bible is full of accounts of God's healing power, from Genesis to Revelation. In this message, learn how Jesus is still alive and able to heal today.
Acts 8:26-39 - In this message, we look at the story of how Philip shared his faith with a stranger. Philip asked and answered questions, leading to the stranger being saved. In this message, we learn principles from Acts 8 that can be applied to our lives.
Acts 3:1-12 - Many people struggle with sharing their faith. In this message, we look at a powerful and easy way to share your faith with others in your life through prayer.
Topical - The Bible teaches that life isn't fair. When trials and temptations come our way, we are tempted to grumble and complain. God's way of responding to trials is with rejoicing and thanksgiving. When we respond with thanksgiving to trials, it opens the door to share our faith with others.
Romans 13:1 - How should we as a church and as believers react to the election? In this message, Pastor David focuses us on the supreme task of the church that doesn't change based on an election. Our happiness and purpose in life remains constant when it is focused on God.
Matthew 28:18-20 - In this message, we look at God's reasons for believers to share their faith. Some of Jesus' last words in the Great Commission inform us of our purpose and privilege in impacting others for eternity. As we join Jesus in His mission to seek and save the lost, His presence and power bless us.
Romans 3:21-31 - The Bible teaches that everyone has sinned and that sin separates us from a relationship with God in this life and in eternity. In this message, we look at God's wonderful solution for sin in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Hebrews 11:8-12 - What can we do about those around us who are not yet believers? How can we believe God to save them? Learn what the Bible teaches you can do to lead others to the Lord.
Romans 3:1-20 - The Bible teaches that everyone has sinned and needs salvation from the penalty of their sin. In this message, we look at God's wonderful provision of salvation and eternal life for everyone who believes in Jesus Christ.
Romans 2:17-29 - We've all heard people say that it doesn't matter what you believe as long as you're sincere. What does the Bible say about people who sincerely believe in other religions?
Romans 2:1-16 - Half of American adults believe that good people go to heaven, regardless of their specific beliefs. In this message, we look at what the Bible has to say about good people and whether they need salvation. This is a key message in learning how to reach out in today's culture.
Romans 1:16-32 - The first message in our series "All About Salvation" is about what we need to be saved from, which is God's wrath. This is a topic you don't hear much about, but God is a God of wrath, as well as a God of love. A proper understanding of the wrath of God is essential to truly understanding salvation.
Daniel 10:1-21 - In this message, we look at an experience of Daniel to understand the spiritual warfare that goes on as we prayer. This message will open your eyes to a new understanding of the supernatural dynamic of prayer and motivate you to more effective and powerful prayers.
Matthew 9:35-10:9 - The teaching of Jesus about prayer is profoundly impacting. In this message, we look at how essential prayer is for reaching people with the Gospel. Learn how your prayers can have incredible impact.
Matthew 6:5-8 - The best teacher in the world, Jesus, gave us vital instructions for effective prayer. In this message, we learn important heart attitudes that are essential for powerful prayer that gets answered.
Joshua 1:1 - The example of Joshua gives us direction in beginning a new chapter in our lives and church. Although a new chapter is also a time of danger, by following God with strength and courage, we can find success.
Luke 11:5-13 - Jesus wants to teach you how to pray powerful and effective prayers. In this message, we continue to study Jesus' answer to His disciples request to teach them how to pray. A proper understanding of our heavenly Father and the three forms of pray will help you grow in your prayer life.
Luke 11:1-4 - In this message, we look at how Jesus answered His disciples' request to teach them how to pray. An in-depth analysis of Jesus' answer in the Lord's prayer shows us an incredible example to use in our prayers. Learn how to avoid common mistakes in prayer and increase the effectiveness of your prayer life.
Deuteronomy 5:32-6:7 - We don't hear much about the fear of the Lord these days. However, the Bible has a lot to say about the blessing that God has for those who fear Him. In this message, we unpack what fearing God is all about and how you and your family can grow in it